Episode 532: Perspective from a woman rafting guide; From covering conflicts to paddling kayaks; Bending Branches Lam-Lok Technology

About this episode

The episode explores the experiences of a woman rafting guide, a man's transition from conflict coverage to paddling, and innovative paddle technology.

Episode 532 ~ April 30, 2026 Podcast Info / Topics Have you thought about becoming a rafting guide? One woman rafter gives a behind the scenes glimpse on what you may want to know One man's transition from covering dangerous conflicts to paddling kayaks and starting a new canoe club Bending Branches Lam-Lok edge protection is changing composite canoe and kayak paddles

People in this episode

Guest: woman rafter

Topics covered

• rafting guide
• paddling kayaks
• conflict coverage
• canoe club
• paddle technology

Keywords

• rafting guide
• paddling
• kayaks
• Bending Branches
• Lam-Lok Technology
• canoe club
• conflict coverage

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Bending Branches

Products: Lam-Lok Technology

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