Dr. Bill Rosenblatt, AKA “Dr. Bill” has been surfing for 50 years all over the world. He’s a licensed psychologist and Senior Fellow in Biofeedback. He holds a doctorate in Counseling from Lehigh University and did post-doctoral work in Clinical Behavioral Medicine at the Mind/Body Medical Institute at Harvard Medical School. He has taught at universities, directed programs at hospitals, He was the freaking Mayor of Loch Arbour in NJ for 10 years!!!! and has written extensively on surfing and life. 

On this episode of the Swell Season Surf Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Bill Rosenblatt, to discuss his 50-year journey in surfing along with his significant roles in academia, medical fields, and as the former mayor of Lock Arbor, New Jersey. We dive into New Jersey's rich and often overlooked surfing history, the therapeutic benefits of surfing supported by scientific research, and Dr. Bill's substantial environmental and community contributions. Our conversation highlights maintaining health through balanced living and social connections, the diverse insights from different generations, and the unique challenges faced by East Coast surfers. We are really stoked to have Dr. Bill Rosenblatt as our guest on this episode of The Swell Season Surf Podcast. 



To find Dr. Bill Rosenblatt you can check out his instagram @drviejo


The Swell Season Surf Podcast is recorded by The NewsStand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network.  For more information, you can follow @swellseasonsurfradio on Instagramor go to our website: www.swellseasonsurf.com 

Music:
Song: Changes in Latitude, Changes in Attitude 
Artist: Jimmy Buffett 
Album: Songs You Know By Heart: Jimmy Buffett's Greatest Hits



Show Notes:00:00 Introduction to Dr. Bill Rosenblatt
03:11 Surfing in New Jersey: A Rich History
06:58 Challenges and Triumphs in Surfing Regulations
18:16 Economic Impact of Surfing in Asbury Park
27:55 Personal Surfing Stories and Reflections
42:13 The Vietnam War's Impact on Surfing Careers
47:16 The Vietnam War Draft Lottery
48:28 Surfing Legends and Adventures
48:56 Traveling Through Europe in the 70s
50:45 Challenges of Modern Surf Travel