320 - Jeff Hakman

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320 - Jeff Hakman

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Apr 15, 2020

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Mr. Sunset and co-founder of Quiksilver USA Jeff Hakman talks about dressing in drag to avoid Vietnam, earning and losing a small fortune, conquering a 30 year substance addiction, and positioning himself to surf into 100 years of age. Enjoy!
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Apr 15, 2020

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