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Most memorable journeysbecause life is a journey and not a guided tour and some stuff we just have to figure out ourselves; sometimes we win and sometimes we learn Author: Elisabeth Villiger Toufexis
Most Memorable Journeys is a travel and life journey focused podcast hosted by ElisabethVilligerToufexis. Drawing on her extensive background11 years as a tour guide and 15 years as a conference interpreterthe show brings guests from around the globe to share their most unforgettable travel experiences but also their life experience and wisdom. Each episode dives into fascinating stories and personal reflectionsfrom cultural heritage campaigns and aviation entrepreneurship to cosmic storytelling and life-changing journeysaimed at entertaining, inspiring wanderlust, and reminding listeners that life is too short to stay in the same place In short: its a weekly series of in-depth conversations with individuals whose travel experiences left a lasting impact, hosted by a multilingual globetrotter whos visited over 100 countries and now lives in Cyprus. Language: en Genres: Personal Journals, Places & Travel, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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#230 - Rand Timmerman - A Spiritual Passage - Journey Through War, Recovery & the Appalachian Trail
Episode 230
Monday, 24 November, 2025
In this powerful and profoundly human episode, Elisabeth welcomes Rand Timmerman, Marine Corps veteran, attorney, author, and living testament to resilience. Rand shares his extraordinary life journey, beginning with his decision to enlist in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, following a family tradition of service. He speaks openly about his years as a Mustang Lieutenant, his work in military legal roles, and the difficult transition home.Rand courageously reflects on overcoming PTSD and alcoholism, and how sobriety transformed the course of his life, allowing him to build a successful decades-long career as a self-employed attorney.One of the most inspiring chapters of Rand’s story is his unforgettable adventure hiking more than 1,800 miles of the Appalachian Trail at age 72, side-by-side with his brother. Rand paints a vivid picture of the funny, humbling, and deeply meaningful moments along the trail, a journey that became both physical challenge and spiritual renewal.In this episode, Elisabeth and Rand explore:✨ Why he chose to enlist & the legacy of service in his family✨ Life as a combat Marine in Vietnam and the emotional aftermath✨ Healing from trauma through recovery, purpose, and discipline✨ The life lessons found on the Appalachian Trail✨ Sibling bonds, trail humor & encounters with fellow adventurers✨ The inspiration behind his book A Spiritual PassageRand’s courage, honesty, and spirit remind us that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself, face your shadows, and set out on a new journey — even one stretching across mountains.📘 Rand’s book, A Spiritual Passage, is available on Amazon.🔗 Learn more about his work at randtimmerman.com.🎧 Tune in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite platform.#MostMemorableJourneys #RandTimmerman #VietnamVeteran #AppalachianTrail #Inspiration #Resilience #HealingJourney #AspirationalStories #ElisabethVilligerToufexis
