George Meegan talks about his journey during The Longest Walk in this radio interview
In this radio interview, George Meegan shares his experience during his unbroken walk from the southern tip of South America to the northern point of North America between 1977 and 1983. The expedition gained wide media coverage and grabbed the attention of continental America. The journey has since been documented in his book, The Longest Walk.
The author’s journey includes 41 million steps he has taken, 12 and a half pairs of hiking books expended, his crossing of the extremely impassable Darien Gap, and eight world records. But perhaps the most memorable part of his journey is marrying his Japanese sweetheart, Yoshiko. They eventually produced two children, Geoffrey and Ayumi.
After his journey, George was invited to appear on several television shows in the United States, including Larry King Live, CBS Morning News, and Good Morning America, among others. He was also featured on People Magazine.
In 1981, George was also invited by then U.S. President Jimmy Carter for a chat at his home in Plains, Georgia. Listen as George talks about the challenges he had to go through to complete his journey.
