What if pursuing your wildest dreams could transform your life? Dive into the inspiring journey of Ben Nemtin, co-creator of The Buried Life, as he sits down with journalist Rose Claverie on the Harvest Series! From battling anxiety to playing basketball with President Obama, Ben's story is a testament to chasing dreams fearlessly. Join us as Ben shares how pursuing his bucket list transformed his life and empowered countless others. Don’t miss this captivating episode!

Episode Highlights:

[2:45] Ben Nemtin shares his remarkable story. Over a decade, Ben and his friends followed their dreams on MTV's "The Buried Life," turning their bucket list into a way of life.

[5:00] Ben recounts the beginning of his journey. As a member of the national rugby team in Canada, missing a crucial kick during a final led to a deep depression. This pivotal moment inspired him to seek out inspiring people and experiences.

[14:00] Discover how Ben and his friends managed to play basketball with President Obama and the invaluable lessons he learned from this incredible experience.

[17:30] Ben delves into the importance of accountability and explains how sharing your goals with others can help you achieve your dreams.

[24:30] One of the biggest lessons Ben learned on his journey is the power of letting go of control.

[26:00] Ben opens up about his struggles with anxiety and discusses the importance of mental health.

[30:00] Was falling in love on Ben's bucket list? Hear about his arrival in Kaplankaya with his beautiful girlfriend, Vanessa.

[32:00] Learn how to start your own bucket list, focusing not just on travel and adventure but on all aspects of life.

[40:00] Harvest of the Day: Ben shares a cherished memory of a family moment where he felt profoundly connected.

If you want to know more about Ben's book you can order it here.

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Sound editing by @lesbellesfrequences

Technicians in Kaplankaya : Joel Moriasi, Hanan Yasir and team

Music by Chambord

Artwork : Davide d'Antonio

Harvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital Partners

The founders of Harvest Series are Burak Öymen and Roman Carel.