On The Runs 138 - Ben Dixon - The Great World Race

We are wicked excited to welcome Ben Dixon to the PodFam. Ben shares his incredible experiences during the Great World Race, including his adventures in Antarctica, Cape Town, Colombia, and Miami. He discusses the challenges faced by the runners, the emotional connections formed, and the behind-the-scenes efforts that made the live stream a success. The conversation highlights the importance of community, support, and the joy of shared experiences in the face of adversity.During the Tros, Erika and Eric talk about how Erika is not the face of the Flying Pig Marathon, the Kinga Ka that is no more and holiday's prep. If you listen to the very very end, after the outro music, there is a special message for you in there. Have a great holiday everyone!TakeawaysThe importance of community and support during challenging events.Experiencing different cultures and environments can be both rewarding and challenging.Behind-the-scenes content adds depth to live streaming events.The emotional connections formed during the race were profound and impactful.Traveling can lead to unexpected friendships and connections.The thrill of roller coasters can be compared to the excitement of adventure.Preparation and adaptability are key in unpredictable situations.The significance of celebrating achievements with loved ones.The next Great World Race promises to be even bigger and better.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests09:51 Ben Dixon's Journey to the Great World Race13:28 The Concept of TLDR and Its Impact16:35 Preparation for the Race and Last-Minute Changes19:32 Experiences in Antarctica and Meeting the Runners22:15 Behind the Scenes of the Live Stream25:11 Goals and Expectations for the Live Stream27:13 Antarctica: The Race Experience36:55 Cape Town: Transition and Challenges38:57 The Fab Five: A Heartwarming Finish41:57 Australia: A Beautiful Reset47:09 Chaos in Istanbul: A Race Against Time53:17 Surviving the Heat: Challenges in Colombia58:28 Miami: A Celebration of Resilience01:02:59 Looking Ahead: Future Plans for the Great World Race01:05:02 The Great World Race and Its Impact01:05:02 Behind the Scenes with Ben Dixon01:15:39 Holiday Preparations and Personal Stories01:17:56 Video Outro.mp401:18:48 Special message for our core listenersMy Race Tatt's - Check out My Race Tatts and support the pod when you buy your next set by using our My Race Tatt's Link.Strava GroupLinktree - Find everything hereInstagram - Follow us on the gram YouTube - Subscribe to our channel Patreon - Support usThreadsEmail us at [email protected]'t Fear The Code Brown and Don't Forget To Stretch!