
The Christian Surfers Podcast The Musician, the Surfer, the Disciple with Tim Foreman | The Christian Surfers Podcast
Jan 8, 2026
Tim Foreman, bassist of the Grammy-winning band Switchfoot and a lifelong surfer, shares his unique journey through faith and music. He reflects on growing up as a pastor’s kid and how that shaped his life and career. Tim discusses the origins of the beloved Bro-Am surf event, his experiences surfing with legends like Rob Machado and Tom Curren, and insights from the documentary 'Fading West.' He also dives into his latest solo project, 'Bongo Chico,' revealing its heartfelt themes and the balance between touring and surfing.
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How The Bro-Am Was Born
- The Bro-Am started after a world tour conversation about hometown love and launched unexpectedly well.
- Tim admits knowing what he knows now it probably should have failed, but youth and effort made it work.
Tour Rhythm Mirrors Pro Sports
- Tour life has seasons: some years are heavily travel-focused and others are home-focused.
- Tim compares touring rhythm to pro athletes, with intense travel tied to releasing new records.
Passion Powers Performance Endurance
- Tim says the performance energy comes naturally because they genuinely love playing music.
- Soundcheck and the show are the band's favorite parts, fueling endurance through the grind.

