57. Lucy Barnard - Connection, Adventure and The Courage To Be Who We Want To Be

Lucy Barnard is an Australian Adventurer and Ethnographic Writer/Storyteller who was recently named Adventurer Of The Year by the Australian Geographic Society.

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Experience Lucy like never before in this epic, laugh-a-minute episode, we dive into the bizarre, the beautiful, the soulful, essential and the downright bonkers during this long-awaited second episode, but this time IRL!!!

Filmed in Melbourne's vibrant Hosier Lane, Lucy spills the beans on her journey, her dog Wombat's attention thieving antics, and why her record-breaking walk isn't just an epic walk, but a beautiful reconnaissance mission in which she gets to be exactly who she wants to be and do exactly what she wants to do.

Episode Highlights:

Laneway Ambush - Lucy reveals her master plan of sneaking up on Lui in a Melbourne alley, proving she's not just good at long walks but also at giving podcast hosts a mini heart attack.

The Mental Marathon - Lucy gets real about the mental gymnastics involved in her trek and how sometimes, the biggest challenge is not even just the walk itself, but the constant and unpredictable dangers.

The Good, The Bad, and The Keyboard Warriors: We explore the rollercoaster of community support, from warm, fuzzy hugs to the icy grip of online naysayers. Lucy's secret weapon? Responding to haters with a single word, "Why?" – turning the tables faster than a penultimate breakfast.

Ethnography 101 - Lucy's dream isn't just to complete the record-breaking walk but to become the David Attenborough of human stories, explaining how she carefully translates cultures like she's got a PhD in human languages... or at least, in human vibes. Her passion for capturing the joy of unique communities is as infectious and her love for humanity, despite it’s challenges, is as great as it’s ever been.

Wombat: The Real MVP - Forget about canine companions; Wombat, the co-star of this adventure, isn’t only surviving but thriving through deserts, snow, and wild encounters. Their bond gives this unique adventure a twist that has them both capturing minds and hearts.

Question:

If you had to walk the Earth with one pet, would you choose a dog like Wombat, or would you opt for something wild like a liger? (Yes, Lucy made us Google that.)

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