Dean "Dingo" Morrison Talks Upbringing As A 'Cooly Kid', His Brand Youthh + More | The Lineup

Cooly Kid and 2003 Quicksilver Gold Coast Pro Champ, Dean “Dingo” Morrison, joins us on the pod. Dingo unwraps his celebrated heat with FISHER and friends at the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro Presented by GWM, what it’s like competing against high-level surfers and World Champs, and Snapper’s return to the Championship Tour. They unwind the clock, discussing Dingo’s upbringing and tumultuous childhood, how Wayne “Rabbit” Bartholomew took him under his wing and changed the course of his life, how he dealt with the limelight and imposter syndrome as an one of the ascending “Cooly Kids” alongside Mick Fanning and Joel Parkinson, and his own bout with addiction. He talks about his healing, how Mick was there for him during his time of need, and how he pays it forward with his own brand Youthh. Dingo discusses being the first Maori surfer on tour and reconnecting back to his roots before answering Instagram questions and closing out the pod with The Lightning Round.
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[@patriciaburke2401]

What an amazing man! He is such a gift to the people who are struggling with addiction as well as an inspiration to surfers. May God bless him & his family always. Wonderful interview!👏🏻

[@joseenriquevelazquez3143]

Dean was prepared to go so much deeper that Dave could handle. Great man!

[@NateN8V8]

some profound words Dingo! we're all learning and you're actually teaching in this instance.. Thanks legend.

[@jerrybow8779]

Such a cool dude, got to meet and surf with him a few times years ago. Real humble

[@davidpope7253]

I’ve always admired your surfing, but this is on a totally different level as to how much in touch you are with your emotions and I have the upmost respect, what an incredible individual you are Dean, I’m an old man and this made me so respectful at where you are at, this was such a surprising interview.

[@Strawman333]

Thanks for this. I’ve always been blown away by his surfing, and now his perspective on life. Hearing Dingo talk about his life will help people. I hope he understands the impact he has on people now, and throughout his life. It’s always a pleasure to see people grow out of the darkness.

[@graememichaelstephens4425]

Such an inspiration dingo . Absolute legend thankyou !

[@christiansimmons2518]

Wow, what an amazing guy! I feel like we all need a hug after that!

[@stephenfox4278]

Massive respect and quality interview lads.

[@johanantonioalcantarbenite5729]

Dean "dingo" morrison you are a living legend ! Momemtum under the influence surf movie bonus backside session dean morrison and andy irons big time surfing héroes!

[@wing7368]

This is so good Dean!! Proud of you mate - Aaron T

[@jamesc983]

Top guy, great interview 👌🏻

[@user-xg5vp1zi1f]

Met dingo recently really nice engaging man . Much aroha to him and his whanau ,Rabbit included .

[@chrisschwarzer5203]

Thanks for everything your a legend Dingo god bless

[@andrewcatto16]

Absolute Legend !

[@Joe-pc1ju]

thank you GOD FOR dingo and what he shared . GOD HAS BETTER THAN SURFING WE JUST ENJOY IT GOD BLESS DINGO !!!!!

[@shonofear]

legend

[@pedroesteves7884]

Balls & Compassion

[@scotchy88]

Drop in king

[@trentsurfsalot]

sick yarns. chedebo