Russ Cook (Hardest Geezer): I Haven't Told The Whole Truth About Africa!

Russ is an absolute legend. I'm in my 40s and had never ran. Started following project Africa while they were in South Africa and haven't looked back, two half-marathons down and training for my first full marathon.

Weird saying this as a complete stranger to Russ, but I can't be the only one who is monumentally proud of him. It's hit a different level after watching this with relatable family struggles, questioning your purpose and falling into the same regime the vast majority of people in the UK do - living for the weekend, drinking and repeating. Breaking that cycle is a huge stepping stone and I know first hand it isn't easy. What he's gone on to achieve through pure grit and determination will inspire everyone. Young, vulnerable lads in particular. Russ, if you're reading this, you are a hero. A million for charity is nothing short of epic, but it's the effect you've had that doesn't show in the monetary donations, which is was has really struck a chord with people of our generation all over the world. I really do hope everything settles down to a manageable level, but take every single piece of praise you can, because you (and the team) have worked your bollocks off for it and it's thoroughly deserved. Top quality as always Mr Bartlett 👏

We are going to break the DOAC record of the most likes on a single video for RUSS! Hit the like button on the video above 👆🏽👊🏾❤️

This episode was worthy enough to be released on a Monday rather than mid-week. Unbelievable achievement by Russ! 🏃

I don’t think people including myself can actually conceptualise how long 7 hours on the back of a motorbike being unable to communicate with anyone apart from your inner thoughts is especially when those inner thoughts are purely telling you that you are most likely going to die

Going from being in very successful position work wise and financially since the age of 17 im now 45 and through unemployment and the complete lack of work in my industry over the past nearly 4 years now, I've lost absolutely everything and for a short period became homeless, I'm still struggling every single day to get back on my feet and rock-bottom feels like its got hold of me forever now, this podcast and Steven has genuinely brought hope and shined a light in what felt like absolute darkness, I really cannot thank him and his team enough for the podcast and how the content has inspired me to move forward no matter how slowly day by day. Thank you. ❤🙏🙏

My husband did 13 trips from London to Cape Town and back again in his Landrover along with 3 mates. Each trip a different route through Africa. From living with Bedouins in the Sahara to spending weeks in the Serengeti, to climbing Kilamanjaro and finally enjoying the breath taking beauty of South Africa. On the 13th trip, they hitched a ride on a cargo boat, along with the Landi, from Mombasa to India. From there, they traveled up into the Himalayas through Afghanistan across Europe and back to London. These were the days back in the late 60's when such adventures were possible and one could take 10 years of your life to experience the world. Today, he shares endless adventures with photos and old film footage ( no sound 😅) with the grandchildren. We live in a very different world today. An incredible story from today's guest. Thank you

Young British men, myself included, have been screaming out for a conversation like this. Utterly relatable.

I’m just blown away! I so wish that my brother would have seen this podcast😢😢😢😢😊😊😊😊He passed away 2 months ago at the age of 33, a wonderful soul❤❤❤❤Thank you guys! Thank you Ross. All the way from South Africa

I am a woman and as I get older I truly appreciate men more. I now know how hard they struggle and how in the past they have been treated so terribly and they suck it up and move on (but do they?) I love this podcast and as.a women I was young once and it helps me understand how the young men in my life (including my brothers) at the time were all struggling so much. Steven you are lovely and kind - thank you for your wonderful work. Russ you are an inspiration and I adore your hair colour and your vibe. Love from Oz xxxxx