TFS#163 - Mario Rigby, Walked 2.5 Yrs Across South Africa, Sharing His Near Death Experiences!

THE FLIP SIDE with Andy Mai

Mario Rigby is a Canadian adventurer and explorer known for his long-distance expeditions.

Mario Rigby's notable expedition was the "Cape to Cairo" journey, during which he travelled across the African continent from Cape Town in South Africa to Cairo in Egypt. This ambitious expedition aimed to highlight Africa's diverse cultures, landscapes, and challenges. Rigby undertook the journey using various modes of human-powered transportation, including walking, kayaking, and cycling.

The expedition covered thousands of kilometers and took several months to complete. Mario Rigby documented his experiences and the people he encountered, sharing the journey through social media and other platforms.

Rigby is an adventurer and an advocate for environmental sustainability and cultural understanding. His expeditions often emphasize the importance of conservation and responsible travel.

Connect With Mario Rigby!

instagram.com/mariorigby

Visit His Website To Learn More!

mariorigby.com

CHAPTERS:

0:00 - Introduction

01:51 - Meet Mario Rigby

03:44 - How Does Mario Start His Interest In Adventure?

10:00 - Mario On Preparing His South African Adventure

13:31 - 14-Day Hike To Montreal

18:23 - Mario's Long Walk Strategies

21:26 - Mario Rigby's Perspective In Life

23:35 - Mario's Learning From His 2.5 Years Journey

26:59 - Andy Sharing His Experience On His Trip To New Caledonia

31:34 - Mario On Turning His Exploration To His Living

34:38 - Schedules Of An Explorer

36:08 - What Type Of Countries Does Mario Want To Explore?

37:53 - How Does Mario Restock His Food In The Desert?

39:58 - Mario's 5 Near-Death Experiences

41:16 - Mario On How He Faces Challenges During His Adventure

44:26 - Andy Sharing His Experience When He Got Lost In New Caledonia Mountain

48:43 - Mario On Crossing A River In South Africa

57:18 - Mario's Relationship With God

59:26 - Stages Of Dying

01:01:42 - How Does Mario Cope After Facing Near-Death Experiences

01:03:07 - Does Mario Crave For Challenges?

01:04:16 - Mario On Making Bets On His Adventure

01:05:12 - Mario On Encountering A Bull Elephant

01:11:34 - Mario Shares His Experience Of Nearly Being Shot By Racist People

01:16:08 - Connect With Mario Rigby!

01:16:44 - Outro