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Alana Blanchard: The Surfing Legend on Pipeline and Parenthood

Alana Blanchard: The Surfing Legend on Pipeline and Parenthood

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Alana Blanchard joins Leticia Bufoni for a relaxed conversation on the shores of O'ahu, Hawaii, with the iconic Pipeline break in the background.

Alana reflects on her early days growing up in Hawaii and learning to surf at one of the most famous spots in the world. She explains the significance of Pipeline and why surfers from around the globe are drawn to it, highlighting the risks not only from the massive waves but also from the sharks that inhabit Hawaii's waters.

As the conversation continues, Alana talks about raising a family as a professional athlete, discussing how she balances her career with family life and the decisions she makes for their well-being. Leticia relates to this, expressing her own desire to start a family someday.

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