Episode 2: Solo Sailor Jack Trigger

Episode 2 May 18, 2020 00:23:58
Episode 2: Solo Sailor Jack Trigger
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Episode 2: Solo Sailor Jack Trigger

May 18 2020 | 00:23:58

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Show Notes

In this episode, we talk to Jack Trigger, an accomplished solo sailor with a number of amazing racing trophies under his belt. He was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 21 after a difficult journey out at sea, but it hasn’t stopped him – he’s even planning to compete in the Vendée Globe, which is a solo non-stop yacht race around the world with no assistance.

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