In this conversation, John Calabrese shares his journey from addiction to finding purpose through running. He discusses the challenges of sobriety, the supportive ultra running community, and the importance of adventure in life. John emphasises the lessons learned from failure and the joy of pushing limits, while also addressing the struggles of balancing family life with personal passions. His story is one of resilience, growth, and the pursuit of happiness through running and adventure.

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