The Non-Obvious Show · Episode 81
The Curious Optimism of People Who Choose Impossible Quests
with Mark Medley
The Non-Obvious Show · Episode 81
with Mark Medley
Explore the fascinating world of individuals pursuing seemingly impossible goals, the long-term mindset, and the hope and resilience that drive human endeavors. Author Mark Medley shares insights from his book Live to See the Day and stories of explorers, scientists, and dreamers.
Mark Medley is a journalist at The Globe and Mail in Toronto and the author of Live to See the Day, published in 2026. The book draws on five years of reporting with people pursuing goals they may never live to see.
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