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SEASON 2 | EPISODE 8

Australian surf culture meets punk rock rebellion as documentary filmmaker Justin Grover joins The Sunday SHITSHOW discussing his Hawaii surf documentary Liquid Lifestyles, Steve Irwin friendship, drone photography battles, and Channel 7's Just 2 Wheelz series. Episode features hardcore punk tracks from Five Finger Death Punch, PLAYLUNCH with AFL legend Barry Hall, CIVIC's garage punk, plus WSL surfing updates and 2025 SHITSHOW AWARDS tease – perfect for fans of Australian surf culture, skateboarding, street art, punk music, custom cars, and authentic alternative storytelling.

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The Sunday SHITSHOW | Season 2 Episode 8: Justin Grover Drops In - From Liquid Lifestyles to Real Estate Royalty

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Raw conversations, punk soundtracks, and surf culture collide as multi-faceted creative Justin Grover joins the chaos

Australian surf culture meets punk rock authenticity as The Sunday SHITSHOW delivers another unfiltered episode packed with skateboarding spirit, street art rebellion, and hardcore music that defines our alternative culture scene. This week's guest, Justin Grover – a multi-faceted documentary filmmaker, TV host, and photography creative – brings decades of experience capturing Australian street machines, custom car culture, and the raw energy of underground punk scenes across Australia. From his groundbreaking Liquid Lifestyles surf documentary in Hawaii to pioneering drone photography for high-end real estate, Justin's journey embodies the DIY ethos that drives skateboarding culture, street art movements, and hardcore punk music communities nationwide.

From News Cameras to Surf Dreams: The Liquid Lifestyles Journey

Justin's journey reads like a punk rock fever dream mixed with surf culture authenticity. Starting as a TV news cameraman and music video creator, this creative maverick had bigger visions than just capturing the daily grind. Enter Liquid Lifestyles – his documentary deep-dive into Hawaii's surf culture that became both triumph and tragedy."Getting smashed surfing Chuns Reef" wasn't just research for Justin – it was baptism by fire into the raw, uncompromising world of Hawaiian surf culture. But here's where the story gets wild: his friendship with Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin opened doors that most filmmakers only dream about. Irwin connected Justin with producer John Stanton, setting the stage for what should have been the expansion of Liquid Lifestyles across Hawaii and Fiji.Spoiler alert: it didn't happen. The collaboration fell flat, proving that even the most authentic projects can get chewed up by the industry machine. But true to punk rock spirit, Justin didn't let failure define him. A New Zealand series did make it to air on Fuel TV, keeping the dream alive in different waters.

Just 2 Wheelz: The One-Man Revolution

Embracing the DIY ethos that defines both punk culture and skateboarding, Justin launched Just 2 Wheelz – a motorcycle lifestyle series where he wore every hat: presenter, cameraman, and editor. This wasn't just content creation; it was a middle finger to traditional production models.The series landed on Channel 7 for several seasons, proving that authentic, grassroots storytelling could compete with big-budget productions. It's the same energy that drives underground punk scenes and skateboarding culture – real stories told by real people, no corporate filter required.

DRONES: The New Frontier (And Its Battles)

These days, Justin's pushing boundaries in premium videography and photography for high-end real estate. But innovation comes with a price – especially when you're pioneering drone technology in a world that's not ready for it.Picture this: police banging on your door, shotgun-wielding madmen chasing you across properties, threats upon threats for simply using the tools that define modern creative work. Justin's drone adventures read like a punk rock tour diary – constant confrontation with authority, creative vision under fire, and the relentless pursuit of that perfect shot.It's the same spirit that drives street artists to tag walls despite legal consequences, or skateboarders to session spots despite security guards. True creatives find a way, no matter the obstacles.

🎵 MUSIC PICKS: Episode 8 Soundtrack

Justin's Pick: FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH - "I Apologize"

Five Finger Death Punch brought their signature blend of heavy metal aggression and melodic accessibility to "I Apologize", a track that showcases the band's ability to balance brutal honesty with emotional vulnerability. Formed in Las Vegas in 2005, 5FDP has become one of modern metal's most polarizing yet successful acts, with their unapologetic approach to heavy music resonating with audiences worldwide. "I Apologize" demonstrates their knack for crafting anthemic choruses that hit as hard as their breakdowns, perfectly capturing the internal struggle between regret and defiance that defines much of their catalog.

Stu's Pick: PLAYLUNCH - "Keith" (featuring Barry Hall)

Melbourne's PLAYLUNCH delivered something special with "Keith," featuring AFL legend Barry Hall in their music video. This collaboration perfectly embodies the intersection of Australian sports culture and alternative music that defines so much of our underground scene. PLAYLUNCH represents the raw, unpolished energy of Melbourne's indie rock landscape – the kind of band that plays sweaty basement shows and creates music videos with football legends because, why the hell not? It's authentically Australian, unapologetically weird, and exactly the kind of creative collision that makes our music scene special.

Geltchy's Pick: CIVIC - "The Hogg"

Geltchy turned down the hardcore volume this episode, showcasing Melbourne's CIVIC and their track "The Hogg". This represents iconic Aussie garage punk at its finest – the kind of sound that influenced generations of Australian alternative music. CIVIC captures that raw, unfiltered energy that defined Melbourne's underground scene, delivering garage punk with the authenticity and grit that separates real bands from industry plants. "The Hogg" is pure Australian punk DNA – aggressive, honest, and completely uncompromising.

WSL SURFING UPDATE: Women's Surfing Revolution

Stu's WSL update brought some serious respect to the conversation around women's professional surfing. The consensus was clear: women have abandoned all fear, raising the bar and finally getting the recognition they deserve. This isn't just about equal pay or media coverage – it's about acknowledging that women's surfing has evolved into something genuinely revolutionary.The fearlessness displayed by today's female surfers mirrors the same energy found in punk rock and skateboarding – breaking barriers, challenging expectations, and proving that skill and courage don't recognize gender boundaries. It's the same spirit that drives female artists to dominate street art scenes and women to front hardcore bands.

COMING ATTRACTION: 2025 SHITSHOW AWARDS

Geltchy dropped a major tease for the 2025 SHITSHOW AWARDS, announcing the search for Australia's best brewery, burger joint, and coffee shop. The BEERS, BURGERS & BREW nominations are coming, and if you know The Sunday SHITSHOW, these won't be your typical mainstream picks.Expect authentic recommendations from people who actually know good beer, burgers that don't come from corporate chains, and coffee shops that serve the communities that matter. More details dropping next episode – stay tuned for what promises to be the most authentic awards show in Australian alternative culture.

The Authentic Alternative

Episode 8 perfectly captured what makes The Sunday SHITSHOW essential viewing for anyone connected to Australia's alternative culture scene. From Justin's battles with authority over drone usage to the celebration of fearless female surfers, this episode reinforced that authentic storytelling and creative freedom are worth fighting for. Whether you're into surfing, skateboarding, street art, punk music, or custom cars, this episode delivered the raw, unfiltered content that mainstream media won't touch. It's the same energy that drives underground scenes across Australia – real people telling real stories without corporate interference.

Subscribe to The Sunday SHITSHOW on YouTube for more outrageous moments, authentic conversations, and the punk rock spirit that defines Australian alternative culture. New episodes drop fortnightly (most of the time) – because good chaos can't be rushed.

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