Alone, on Two Wheels: Ben Clark's Relentless Journey Around the World

Pedro Couto Lopes interviews Ben Clark, who shares his journey of cycling around the world. The discussion covers the inspiration behind the journey, the lessons learned on the road, cultural connections, and the importance of mental health. Ben reflects on the challenges of solitude, the intersection of business and adventure, and the significance of supporting mental health initiatives. The conversation also delves into the highlights and regrets of the journey, including experiences in Georgia and the decision not to cycle through Afghanistan. The discussion also touches on personal growth, mental health, and the evolving definition of success, emphasising the value of experiences over mere achievements.🎧 Listen to the Full EpisodeCatch the full conversation with Ben Clark on the Ride to Success podcast — available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.Topics discussed:• 🚴‍♂️ Cycling 35,000km Solo Around the World• 🧠 Mental Health, Resilience & Why He Almost Quit• 🌍 What Travel Taught Him About Humanity• 💬 Breaking the Stigma Around Men’s Mental Health• 🏕️ Life on the Road: Crashes, Cold, and Connection• 🔧 Startup Skills and the Business of Adventure• 🗺️ From Tech Industry to Global Explorer• 💡 Lessons from Solitude and Struggle• 📈 Redefining Success, One Pedal Stroke at a TimeListen to the podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2XhcMcW28Tuk7Vr4XK47TLApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ride-to-success/id1726829754YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtzjN9DhQi18kpAl-h6fuMA-Social Links to Ride to Success:Follow Pedro Couto Lopes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedro-couto-lopes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ridetosuccess/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ridetosuccess/-Thanks for listening#RideToSuccess