Note: it seems careless to share a thought like this when Covid has taken millions of lives. It was a thought nonetheless. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
When lockdown hit and travel was restricted, I felt okay having explored a dozen countries preceding the closures. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The first few months were tough in lockdown. I usually move to think, and I was stuck indoors, but I knew containing the virus was critical. Fortunately any travel urges were suppressed by Anthony Bourdain\u2019s Parts Unknown on Netflix. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Anyone who ventures off the beaten path would love the series. He\u2019s a chef but it\u2019s not only about food. He visits various countries but it\u2019s not only about attractions. I\u2019ve been educated by it. For example, I learnt that Laos had more bombs dropped on it than all bombs dropped in World War II (there are ~80m unexplored ones remaining). I learnt that the Quebecois tow tiny homes onto frozen lakes to fish and feast. I learnt what Basque Country is. It wasn\u2019t only that I saw new places, he helped sharpen my critical thinking skills, he made me constantly reevaluate what I want to give to the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here was a man with past demons uncovering much of the planet. The production value and his sincerity brought forth a visceral experience. After reaching the final season, I learned that he took his own life. It took me a few days to process that. I rewatched the series, but a new intensity stemmed from the warnings signs that were suddenly so clear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nonetheless, I\u2019d call Anthony Bourdain a role model. The legacy he left behind is invaluable and will educate folk well into the future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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