📍 Location:Nouadhibou, Mauritania🗓️ Date:October 11📝 Episode Notes:It was Johan’s 73rd birthday, and what started as a simple mission to find coffee turned into a day of discovery in Nouadhibou — a gritty, bustling port city on the edge of Mauritania. I talk about how difficult it was to find even basic services, the serendipitous meeting with two young German travelers on motorbikes, and their daring plan to ride the legendary Mauritanian iron ore train.As we explored the peninsula, I got a feel for the rhythm of life in this place — raw, industrious, and full of contrasts. We eventually found a hidden gem for dinner, proving that good things here take patience and persistence. I also reflect on the harsh realities locals face, including the story of 35 people who risked everything to cross the sea in search of something better.It’s a day that reminded me how adventure isn’t always about the beautiful or the easy — sometimes it’s about witnessing how people live, survive, and still find moments of connection in the most unlikely places.⏱️ Key Moments:00:00 – Johan’s 73rd birthday: Searching for a morning coffee in a city without cafés.03:10 – Meeting Jonas and Pascal: Two German bikers on their way to South Africa.05:00 – The iron ore train: The world’s longest train — and their plan to ride it.07:30 – Exploring Nouadhibou: Industry, desolation, and glimpses of development.10:20 – Dinner discovery: Finding a high-quality bakery café after much searching.12:00 – The human story: Hearing about 35 migrants who made it safely across the sea.

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