Walking Barefoot Across the US with Anton Nootenboom

Anton Nootenboom is an endurance athlete, mental health advocate, and world record holder known as the Barefoot Dutchman. He has walked thousands of miles barefoot through some of the world's most challenging landscapes, including the Himalayas, the Australian coast, and across the United States. A former Dutch soldier, Anton uses his expeditions to raise awareness for men's mental health and inspire more open conversations around mental well-being. Connect with Anton:  Instagram Brave Men Talk website Check out REI’s 2026 Editors’ Choice Awards Thank you to our sponsor: Capital One and the REI Co-op® Mastercard® The North Face   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.