http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure.aspx Sat, 06 Feb 2010 02:51 +1100 umbraco v4Joel Stratte-McClure, author of "The Idiot and the Odyssey: Walking the Mediterranean," keeps his readers entertained as he pimps his current book and continues his MedTrek in Italy, Greece and Turkey to gather information and anecdotes for a sequel.en© FAST THINKING MAGAZINE | This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported License.http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/medtrekking-in-the-rain.aspxSat, 06 Feb 2010 02:51 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureInfrastructureMedTrekTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/medtrekking-in-the-rain.aspx <p><strong>My rainiest and wettest week of MedTrekking occurred last April when I slogged south of Naples along the Sorrentino Peninsula and the Amalfi Coast (after walking it, I think they s... <p><strong>My rainiest and wettest week of MedTrekking occurred last April when I slogged south of Naples along the Sorrentino Peninsula and the Amalfi Coast (after walking it, I think they s... http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/photographers-wanted-a-day-in-the-life-of-the-mediterranean.aspxThu, 04 Feb 2010 12:33 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureMedTrekTravelWaterhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/photographers-wanted-a-day-in-the-life-of-the-mediterranean.aspx <p><strong>I'm thinking of getting a number (50) of different photographers to shoot the Med based on different parts of, and anecdotes in, my book(s) -- the monkish monastery on Ile Saint Ho... <p><strong>I'm thinking of getting a number (50) of different photographers to shoot the Med based on different parts of, and anecdotes in, my book(s) -- the monkish monastery on Ile Saint Ho... http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/leaving-circe-in-the-dust.aspxWed, 03 Feb 2010 05:13 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureMedTrekTravelWaterhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/leaving-circe-in-the-dust.aspx <p>&nbsp; <p>&nbsp;http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/finding-odysseus-on-the-ulysses-riviera.aspxFri, 29 Jan 2010 01:30 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureMedTrekSocial InnovationTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/finding-odysseus-on-the-ulysses-riviera.aspx <p><strong>It's easy to get a scent of Odysseus and "The Odyssey" on Italy's aptly named Ulisse (Ulysses) Riviera between Rome and Naples.</strong> <p><strong>It's easy to get a scent of Odysseus and "The Odyssey" on Italy's aptly named Ulisse (Ulysses) Riviera between Rome and Naples.</strong>http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/read-a-sample-of-the-idiot-and-the-odyssey-for-free.aspxWed, 27 Jan 2010 03:28 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureHealthMedTrekTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/read-a-sample-of-the-idiot-and-the-odyssey-for-free.aspx<p><strong>Order a free sample chapter of "The Idiot and the Odyssey" for your Kindle, iPhone or computer @ </strong><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Idiot-Odyssey-Walking-Mediterranean-ebook/dp/B00... <p><strong>Order a free sample chapter of "The Idiot and the Odyssey" for your Kindle, iPhone or computer @ </strong><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Idiot-Odyssey-Walking-Mediterranean-ebook/dp/B00... http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/what's-really-happening-in-the-usa.aspxMon, 25 Jan 2010 02:44 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureBusiness EducationMedTrekTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/what's-really-happening-in-the-usa.aspx<p><strong>The author of "The Idiot and the Odyssey: Walking the Mediterranean," Australia's favourite US correspondent, discusses the latest events/news from America each Friday morning at 6 am i... <p><strong>The author of "The Idiot and the Odyssey: Walking the Mediterranean," Australia's favourite US correspondent, discusses the latest events/news from America each Friday morning at 6 am i... http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/finding-a-real-doll-on-the-ulysses-riviera.aspxFri, 22 Jan 2010 03:37 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureMedTrekSocial InnovationTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/finding-a-real-doll-on-the-ulysses-riviera.aspx<p><strong>My son Luke accompanied me on the MedTrek after I spent a year bantering with Circe, the sorceress/nymph/witch/enchantress/mini-goddess who gave me some key advice about how to proceed ... <p><strong>My son Luke accompanied me on the MedTrek after I spent a year bantering with Circe, the sorceress/nymph/witch/enchantress/mini-goddess who gave me some key advice about how to proceed ... http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/the-first-steps-beyond-the-idiot-and-the-odyssey.aspxWed, 20 Jan 2010 06:07 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureMedTrekTravelWaterhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/the-first-steps-beyond-the-idiot-and-the-odyssey.aspx<p>"The Idiot and the Odyssey: Walking the Mediterranean" ends in Rome where Athena, disguised as the guide on an "Angels and Demons" tour that I take in the Italian capital, tells me to hike sout... <p>"The Idiot and the Odyssey: Walking the Mediterranean" ends in Rome where Athena, disguised as the guide on an "Angels and Demons" tour that I take in the Italian capital, tells me to hike sout... http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/meeting-odysseus-on-the-med.aspxMon, 18 Jan 2010 07:09 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureMedTrekTransportTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/meeting-odysseus-on-the-med.aspx<div> <div> <p><strong> I'm constantly on the lookout for Odysseus as I trek through southern Italy and Greece on my walk around the Mediterranean.</strong><div> <div> <p><strong> I'm constantly on the lookout for Odysseus as I trek through southern Italy and Greece on my walk around the Mediterranean.</strong>http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/meeting-meandering-mediterranean-rivers-(and-my-tattoo).aspxSat, 16 Jan 2010 01:56 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureMedTrekTravelWaterhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/meeting-meandering-mediterranean-rivers-(and-my-tattoo).aspx <p>RIVERS and cliffs are the two most frequent obstacles encountered while walking around the Mediterranean Sea. Both can lead to lengthy detours and diversions that add many kilometers to my... <p>RIVERS and cliffs are the two most frequent obstacles encountered while walking around the Mediterranean Sea. Both can lead to lengthy detours and diversions that add many kilometers to my... http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/encountering-mediterranean-cliffhangers-.aspxFri, 15 Jan 2010 01:12 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureMedTrekTransportTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/encountering-mediterranean-cliffhangers-.aspx<p>CLIFFS and rivers are the two most frequent obstacles encountered while walking around the Mediterranean Sea. Both can lead to lengthy detours and diversions that add many kilometers to my ongo... <p>CLIFFS and rivers are the two most frequent obstacles encountered while walking around the Mediterranean Sea. Both can lead to lengthy detours and diversions that add many kilometers to my ongo... http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/one-for-all,-all-for-nun.aspxThu, 14 Jan 2010 08:51 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureCommunicationsMedTrekTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/one-for-all,-all-for-nun.aspx<p>I'm not the only one walking around the Mediterranean and dipping my feet in the water. I met this nun near Pizzo, Italy, last year and, after we discussed God and whether He was responsible fo... <p>I'm not the only one walking around the Mediterranean and dipping my feet in the water. I met this nun near Pizzo, Italy, last year and, after we discussed God and whether He was responsible fo... http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/the-next-step-in-walking-the-mediterranean.aspxTue, 12 Jan 2010 03:08 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureLogisticsMedTrekTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/the-next-step-in-walking-the-mediterranean.aspx<p>What does the outline to my sequel to "The Idiot and the Odyssey: Walking The Mediterranean" look like in early 2010?<p>What does the outline to my sequel to "The Idiot and the Odyssey: Walking The Mediterranean" look like in early 2010?http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/2010-medtrek-hint-ten-commonsense-tips….aspxFri, 08 Jan 2010 01:10 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureLogisticsMedTrekTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/2010-medtrek-hint-ten-commonsense-tips….aspx<p>One of the reasons that I have such a delightful time walking around the Mediterranean Sea is because I keep it simple. Here are ten commonsense tips that will enable you to have an equally ple... <p>One of the reasons that I have such a delightful time walking around the Mediterranean Sea is because I keep it simple. Here are ten commonsense tips that will enable you to have an equally ple... http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/2010-medtrek-hint-leave-no-traces-unless.aspxThu, 07 Jan 2010 01:23 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureMedTrekSocial InnovationTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/2010-medtrek-hint-leave-no-traces-unless.aspx<p>A respectable MedTrekker not only leaves no tracks or traces on the seaside path but also picks up litter during a stroll around the Mediterranean. Sometimes, though, it's necessary to leave so... <p>A respectable MedTrekker not only leaves no tracks or traces on the seaside path but also picks up litter during a stroll around the Mediterranean. Sometimes, though, it's necessary to leave so... http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/2010-medtrek-hint-stay-spot-on.aspxWed, 06 Jan 2010 04:13 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureMedTrekTechnologyTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/2010-medtrek-hint-stay-spot-on.aspx<p>My latest high-tech MedTrek hiking tool enables me to use the GEOS satellite network to send ten contacts a personal message with my precise GPS location. More importantly, it has a "Help" butt... <p>My latest high-tech MedTrek hiking tool enables me to use the GEOS satellite network to send ten contacts a personal message with my precise GPS location. More importantly, it has a "Help" butt... http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/2010-medtrek-hint-get-a-goddess.aspxTue, 05 Jan 2010 03:38 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureLeadershipMedTrekTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/2010-medtrek-hint-get-a-goddess.aspx <p>"All men have need of the gods," Homer wrote in "The Odyssey." And one delightful aspect of walking around the Mediterranean Sea is running into gods, goddesses, sea nymphs, warriors, villa... <p>"All men have need of the gods," Homer wrote in "The Odyssey." And one delightful aspect of walking around the Mediterranean Sea is running into gods, goddesses, sea nymphs, warriors, villa... http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/2010-medtrek-hint-a-vitamin-a-day.aspxMon, 04 Jan 2010 02:06 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureMedicineMedTrekTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/2010-medtrek-hint-a-vitamin-a-day.aspx<p>I’m not able to keep trekking around the Mediterranean Sea just because I frequently refuel on water, fruits, vegetables, pasta, pastries, olive bread, fish, veal, olive oil, bougatsa creme and... <p>I’m not able to keep trekking around the Mediterranean Sea just because I frequently refuel on water, fruits, vegetables, pasta, pastries, olive bread, fish, veal, olive oil, bougatsa creme and... http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/counting-steps-while-walking-the-mediterranean.aspxFri, 01 Jan 2010 12:04 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureLogisticsMedTrekTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/counting-steps-while-walking-the-mediterranean.aspx<div><strong> <div> <p> <p>I occasionally monitor progress on my walk around the Mediterranean Sea by making a list of both important and completely ridiculous statistics.<div><strong> <div> <p> <p>I occasionally monitor progress on my walk around the Mediterranean Sea by making a list of both important and completely ridiculous statistics.http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/odysseus's-sirens-sing-to-me.aspxWed, 30 Dec 2009 09:48 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureCommunicationsMEDTREKTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/odysseus's-sirens-sing-to-me.aspx <p>I was 4,801 kilometers into my walk around the Mediterranean Sea before I began hearing things. <p>I was 4,801 kilometers into my walk around the Mediterranean Sea before I began hearing things.http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/attacked-by-gypsies-near-naples.aspxTue, 29 Dec 2009 05:18 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureLeadershipMEDTREKTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/attacked-by-gypsies-near-naples.aspx <p>Sometimes I run into trouble during my trek around the Mediterranean Sea. <p>Sometimes I run into trouble during my trek around the Mediterranean Sea.http://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/the-idiot's-odyssey.aspxTue, 29 Dec 2009 03:48 +1100Joel Stratte-McClureHealthMEDTREKTravelhttp://www.fastthinking.com.au/bloggers/joel-stratte-mcclure/the-idiot's-odyssey.aspx <p>Isn't it time you joined me on my walk around the Mediterranean Sea? <p>Isn't it time you joined me on my walk around the Mediterranean Sea?