From Typhoon to Tranquility: Peter Moore's Trek Through Nepal

In this episode, Andrew sits down with Peter Moore, writer, editor, illustrator, and former Men's Health editor, to talk about a work trip to Nepal that went off-script in all the best ways. Originally planning to trek to Everest Base Camp for a radio segment, Peter’s journey was rerouted by a typhoon, leading him instead on the Langtang-Gosainkunda trail. Along the way, he faced monsoons, illness, altitude, and moments of spiritual awe. From recording radio interviews in the rain to taking a ritual cleansing dip in a sacred lake, Peter reflects on transformation through travel and how getting lost—literally and figuratively—can be the greatest gift of all.

Guest: Peter Moore

• Former Editor at Men’s Health and host of Men’s Health Live
• Writer, illustrator, and editor at The Colorado Sun
• Creator of Road to Elsewhere, a Substack combining writing and original cartoons
• Author or ghostwriter of three New York Times bestsellers

Topics Covered:

1. Peter’s Early Love for Travel and National Geographic Memories
2. Leaving the Magazine World and Embracing the Unknown
3. The Plan to Hike to Everest Base Camp—and the Typhoon That Changed Everything
4. Trekking the Langtang Region in Monsoon Season
5. Cultural Insights: Hospitality, Porters, and Pink Pants
6. A Sacred Bath at Gosainkunda Lake and Its Lasting Impact
7. Getting Lost (and Found) in Kathmandu
8. Reflections on Flow, Aging, and Travel as Transformation

Resources and Links:

• Peter’s Substack: Road to Elsewhere
• Learn more about Gosainkunda Lake and Langtang Trekking.

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