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EPISODE · Feb 26, 2026 · 46 MIN

Ep 142 - He Retired. Then the Real Adventure Began – Everest, PTSD & Reinvention

from What Could Go Right? · host Erik Orton + Emily Orton

What happens when retirement finally arrives… and a perfect lawn isn’t enough? In this episode, Paul Fowler, soft-spoken, thoughtful, and nearing 70—reveals how he became an unlikely world adventurer. From a life-threatening evacuation on Mount Everest to walking the Camino for healing and connection, he shares how travel, courage, and conversations with strangers helped him rebuild confidence after trauma. If you’ve ever wondered whether big adventures still belong to you, this story will change what you believe is possible. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rate. Review. Subscribe.   Try Living on a Sailboat for a Week:  Perfect for rookies who want to test drive the live-aboard dream. Yes, we let you drive the boat. Relax, explore, and get as much/little sailing experience as you want with stunning 360-views. Sail with us. Erik + Emily Memoirs: Seven at Sea: Why a New York City Family Cast Off Convention For A Life-Changing Year On A Sailboat  Knock: The Spiritual Journey of a Door-to-Door Salesman Connect with Erik + Emily: Email Subscribe to Encouragement Youtube Like, Comment, Subscribe Instagram  Facebook

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