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South African Adventurer Peter van Kets - rowing the Atlantic (twice); racing to the South Pole. Why?

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Here's the extraordinary story of a 54 year old from East London who, decades back, gave up teaching to become a full-time adventurer. This conversation with BizNews founder Alec Hogg is very special. Not least because alongside insights into what makes this unique man tick, comes the best advice to achieve a well-lived life: follow your passion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
21 Jan 2022 8AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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