Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark Inside Bethany Hamilton’s Life: Modesty, Motherhood, and The Diet That Fuels a Champion
Nov 21, 2025
Bethany Hamilton, a professional surfer and motivational speaker known for her resilience following a shark attack, discusses her life beyond the waves. She tackles intentional parenting, sharing her thoughts on modesty and the challenges of raising kids in today's culture. Bethany also confronts fairness in women's sports and explains her stance on controversial topics like transgender policies in surfing. Additionally, she opens up about her health journey, diet choices, and the importance of faith in navigating life's challenges.
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Modesty As Intentional Parenting
- Bethany Hamilton balances surfing career needs with conscious modesty to protect children from sexualized culture.
- She adapts clothing choices by context and prioritizes how her daughter will perceive her as a role model.
Speaking Out Against WSL Policy
- Bethany learned the World Surf League planned to allow transgender males into the female category and decided to speak out.
- She publicly condemned the rule and prepared a note to read despite expecting backlash.
Ending A Lifelong Sponsorship
- Rip Curl informed Bethany about a campaign featuring a man in a bikini and she ended her longtime sponsorship.
- She felt she could not promote that image to young girls and parted ways with the brand.