# Unbreakable Bonds: Chris Bingham and K-9 Tambo's Journey of Hope and Resilience Page: https://stenobird.com/podcast/label-free-to-live-your-best-life-live-label-free-18246/unbreakable-bonds-chris-bingham-and-k-9-tambo-s-journey-of-hope-and-resilience Text version: https://stenobird.com/podcast/label-free-to-live-your-best-life-live-label-free-18246/unbreakable-bonds-chris-bingham-and-k-9-tambo-s-journey-of-hope-and-resilience.md Podcast: [Label Free: ”To live your best life, live label free.”](https://stenobird.com/podcast/label-free-to-live-your-best-life-live-label-free-18246) Published: 2026-01-07T13:00:00+00:00 Episode link: https://labelfree.podbean.com/e/saved-by-a-hero-the-unbreakable-bond-of-canine-tambo/ Audio file: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/8seek4gqs37gu6rf/audio1734006638-n3idnp-Optimized.mp3 Processing state: not_requested JSON: https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/label-free-to-live-your-best-life-live-label-free-18246/episodes/unbreakable-bonds-chris-bingham-and-k-9-tambo-s-journey-of-hope-and-resilience Duration seconds: 1311 ## Resource In this episode of Label Free, host Deanna Radulescu welcomes Chris Bingham, the owner of the renowned working dog, K-9 Tambo. Chris shares his inspiring journey with Tambo, a German Shepherd who faced numerous challenges, including being labeled aloof and stubborn by previous handlers. Chris recounts how he formed a deep bond with Tambo, leading to a successful career in detection work that spanned over six years. The conversation takes a heartfelt turn as Chris discusses Tambo's battle with cancer, the support from Project Canine Hero, and the importance of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity. Chris emphasizes the unique connection between humans and animals, highlighting how Tambo has not only been a working partner but also a beloved family member, especially in the life of Chris's young son. Listeners are encouraged to follow Tambo's journey on Instagram at @k9_tambo and to support Project Canine Hero at projectk9hero.org. Chris's upcoming children's book, "Canine Tambo," and his adult book, "Saved by a Hero," will be available soon, offering messages of hope and resilience. For more information and updates, you can connect with Chris on Instagram and keep an eye out for his books in the new year. Don't forget to support Project k-9 Hero, which has provided significant assistance to Tambo and many other canine heroes in need. Contact Information: Instagram: @k9_tambo Project Canine Hero: projectk9hero.org ## Actions - request_transcript: `POST https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/label-free-to-live-your-best-life-live-label-free-18246/episodes/unbreakable-bonds-chris-bingham-and-k-9-tambo-s-journey-of-hope-and-resilience/transcription-requests` β€” Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode. - read_markdown: `GET https://stenobird.com/podcast/label-free-to-live-your-best-life-live-label-free-18246/unbreakable-bonds-chris-bingham-and-k-9-tambo-s-journey-of-hope-and-resilience.md` β€” Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource. A page view does not enqueue transcription. Agents should invoke `request_transcript` explicitly when they need this episode processed. ## Transcript Full transcripts are not published on public pages unless there is a clear rights basis.