True Blue Conversations - Bonnie Hancock - World Record holder for Circumnavigation by Paddling around Australia

On this weeks podcast, I speak with Ironwoman and world record holder, Bonnie
Hancock. Bonnie spent 254 days, travelled 12,700 kilometres, battled sea sickness,
sharks, crocodiles, and the ocean. Bonnie broke numerous records on her fastest
ever circumnavigation by paddle around Australia, but that wasn't the achievement
she is most proud of. Testing the limits of her mental and physical toughness, she
learned what it means to overcome adversity and how important teamwork and
perspective truly are. What looks distressing from the rocky shore or storm-tossed
waves can be inspiring when you look to the heavens.
Bonnie is the author of “The Girl Who Touched the Stars”, which is a love story, a
travelogue, and an exhilarating exploration of human ambition coming face-to-face
with the beauty and power of nature. But most of all, it's a lesson in overcoming self-
doubt, trusting others and finding your true self. Bonnie demonstrates vividly and
honestly the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of reaching for the
stars. Bonnie talks about growing up as a young surf lifesaver and competing in the
Ironwoman series with her older sister Courtney, and what it takes to compete at the
elite level. This is a raw and honest, powerful chat about pushing your body to the
limit and discovering who you.
Bonnie set a target to raise $100,000 for the charity Gotcha4Life. Bonnie achieved
that goal as she paddled into the finish line on the Gold Coast after paddling for 254
days and 12,700 Kilometres.

Presenter: Adam Blum
Guest: Bonnie Hancock
Editor: Kyle Watkins