Welcome to this episode! Today, we dive into the extraordinary life and adventures of Wells Jones—an “adventurer with purpose,” A Pararescue veteran, world traveler, event producer, and author. We go from the icy extremes of Antarctica to the sun-scorched deserts of the Middle East, Wells has lived a life defined by curiosity, adaptability, and resilience. In this conversation, you’ll hear stories of skydiving at the South Pole, producing massive charity events around the world, and embarking on a daring trek across the Middle East in search of understanding and connection that resulted in a book. Wells shares fascinating stories of survival, the lessons learned from both triumph and near disaster, and moments of spiritual stillness in the world’s most remote places. We explore the power of being present, the importance of listening to others’ stories, and the value of following your inner voice—even when it leads you far from the familiar.If you’re ready for a journey that spans continents, cultures, and the depths of human experience, you’re in the right place. Chapters:00:00 Intro03:53 Introduction and Welcome04:54 Wells Jones's Early Background and Curiosity05:30 Wells Jones's Describes himself and his Early Years08:54 Journey to The Antarctica Parachute Rescue Team22:30 Story of Nearly Falling to Death on a Flight Show29:03 How Wells got into Acting30:37 Be in The Moment. Another Lesson from Acting Career38:23 Danger of Jumping at the South Pole43:56 Plane Crash Stories from Antarctica56:46 Meeting Miles. Everything Changed58:38 Adventure with Purpose: Origins and Philosophy01:02:45 Adventure With Purpose Through The Middle East01:06:47 Training for the Middle East, Climbing Mountains in the Middle of the Night01:10:17 Middle East Trek, Preparation and Cultural Understanding01:25:20 Moses and other Prophets shared by the 3 Abrahamic Religions01:29:14 Entering Israel, Jerusalem01:41:35 Beautiful and Surprising Moments.  Spiritual Experiences in the Desert01:45:26 Comparing Antarctica and Desert Environments01:50:00 More Antarctica Stories, Ice, Cold, Wind01:51:26 Evolution Through Different Career Experiences01:52:45 Current Work: Writing About Cuba01:55:02 Writing During the Israel-Hamas Conflict01:57:57 Global Citizenship and Cultural Understanding02:02:30 Writing A Line in the Sand02:04:42 Creative Process Behind writing 'A Line in the Sand'02:08:58 Saudi Arabia Festival Production Experience and more 02:15:18 Reflections on Life Purpose and Personal Growth02:16:30 ‌02:22:02 Advice for Life. Follow your inner voice02:26:32 Purpose of Life02:30:02  Closing conversation. How to reach Wells JonesReach Out:LinkedIn: Wells (Tad) JonesLinks. Persons, Locations mentioned:

• Kayak for a Cause
• John Wallach “Seeds of Peace” 1993. A summer camp for Israeli & Palestinian high school thought leaders to meet in Maine over summer / conflict resolution workshops etc.
• The Asir Sea Festival
• Sastrugi: The Windswept Snow Dunes Of Antarctica
• Damascus, Syria
• Jerusalem Garden of Gethsemane
• Mount Erebus Antarctica
• 14er Mountain Bierstadt
• F. Murray Abraham
• Lee Strasbourg. American acting coach & actor
• Book “Seven Pillars of Wisdom” T E Lawrence’ memoir.
• Documentary: Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman: Around the world on a motorcycle. “Long way around.” 2004

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