EP-234 THE ROAD UNPAVED: Risa August’s Journey Across North America

What happens when life throws you its hardest challenges — and you decide to face them on a bicycle? In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, Richard talks with Risa August, author of The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike. Her memoir chronicles her ride from Canada to Mexico while navigating a rare pituitary disease and the collapse of her marriage. Risa shares how cycling became a vehicle for resilience, healing, and rediscovery. From the fatigue of post-surgery recovery to relentless rainstorms, from group dynamics on the road to finding unexpected strength in vulnerability, her story is a powerful reminder that adventure is not just about distance — it’s about courage. 👉 To learn more, visit: Amazon: Website: About Us 🌍 10Adventures 🌟 was founded with one goal in mind: to make active travel accessible, promoting mental and physical well-being. 🚶‍♀️🚴 Our mission is to eliminate the stress of holiday planning, allowing you to focus on the excitement of your journey. We offer seamless trip coordination, handling accommodations, meals, transfers, and guides 🗺️ through our network of vetted local tour operators in over 80 countries. For those who prefer a lighter load, we arrange luggage transfers, ensuring a stress-free biking or hiking experience. 🧳🌄 Specializing in private and personalized travel experiences, our team 🧑‍💼🌐 is dedicated to tailoring trips to your preferences. We understand that travel is more than just a trip; it's an opportunity to build stronger relationships and create lasting memories. As fellow active travelers, we provide genuine, human support to ensure your journey with 10Adventures is as unique and fulfilling as possible. 🤝✨ To learn more, visit 🌐 Or contact us at Also, you can check one of our local tours at:

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This episode is 35:07 long.

This episode was published on Oct 5, 2025.

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