Tom Turcich - Walking Around the World for 7 Years

Tom left his home in New Jersey one day before his 26th birthday.  He walked.  Around the world.  For 7 years.  28,000 miles. 38 countries. 34 pairs of shoes. And one trusty companion (who was not part of the original plan).

I've been fascinated by Tom's journey for years now - and it's as epic as it sounds.  It's also, sometimes, as boring and mundane as it sounds. 

Tom dives into all that - why he started in the first place, how and why he kept going, what his favorite countries were, and how something like this changed him.

But also, how being "the guy who walked around the world" isn't his only identity, and how he's dealing with life after such an epic adventure while being "constrained" to Cincinnati.  

An open, honest, and insightful look at an accomplishment that very few people have ever achieved through the eyes of someone who has done it.  

 

00:00 The Journey Begins: Tom's World Walk Introduction

03:49 A Life-Changing Event: The Motivation Behind the Walk

10:55 Keeping the Vision Alive: Overcoming Doubts and Challenges

13:26 Reality vs. Expectation: Insights from the Walk

17:12 Gradual Change: Experiencing Cultures on Foot

21:35 The Beauty of Serendipity: Embracing Unexpected Moments

31:17 Rich Experiences: Countries That Left a Mark

33:05 Planning the Route: Balancing Flexibility and Structure

34:37 Navigating the World During COVID

35:11 Defining a World Walk

36:41 The Decision to Walk with a Dog

42:05 Challenges and Companionship on the Journey

47:31 Overcoming Physical and Mental Hurdles

53:49 Reintegration into Normal Life

56:38 Writing the Book: A Journey of Reflection

01:02:32 Embracing Constraints for Growth

01:04:37 Future Adventures and Projects