Moment 184: I Was Kidnapped Whilst Running The Entire Length Of Africa: Russ Cook
2024/10/25
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Key Insights
Why did Russ Cook decide to run the entire length of Africa?
To face his fears and break free from what was holding him back.
What challenges did Russ face during his run across Africa?
He encountered armed robberies, kidnappers, and harsh terrains.
Why did Russ Cook not release the YouTube video of his experience in the Democratic Republic of Congo?
It was a difficult time for the team, and he didn't feel the video told the story as he wanted.
What specific incident in the Democratic Republic of Congo made Russ Cook feel threatened?
A man threatened to smash his head in with a spiked rock if he didn't give money.
How did Russ Cook escape from the men with machetes in the Democratic Republic of Congo?
He gave them biscuits and then ran away.
What was Russ Cook's emotional state during the seven-hour motorbike ride in the jungle?
He was petrified, shaking, and trying to rationalize the situation.
How did Russ Cook's partner, Emily, react to his disappearance during the DRC incident?
She was very worried and thought he had died.
What was Russ Cook's mindset when he genuinely thought he was going to die in the DRC?
He accepted it as God's will and believed there was more for him elsewhere.
Chapters
Russ Cook recounts the terrifying events that unfolded during his run through the Democratic Republic of Congo, including threats of violence and kidnapping.
- Russ Cook became the first person to run the full length of Africa, covering 10,000 miles in 352 days.
- He faced numerous challenges, including armed robberies and the threat of kidnapping.
- In the DRC, he encountered hostility from locals, including a man threatening him with a spiked rock and a village chief who took him into the bush with machetes.
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