453 - Ward Coffey

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453 - Ward Coffey

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Mar 31, 2023

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In today’s show, Santa Cruz board builder Ward Coffey explains why small is beautiful, how COVID surfers are altering sacred lineups, how his dad’s Silicon Valley job altered surfboard manufacturing, and the outsized return of prioritizing lifestyle over work. Enjoy!
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Mar 31, 2023

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453 - Ward Coffey

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