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December 4, 2023 41 mins

ENTER TO WIN A $250,000 CAMPER VAN: https://swee.ps/ZLknbAakx ______ LEARN MORE ABOUT A RACE AGAINST BLINDNESS: https://araceagainstblindness.org/ ______ Imagine embarking on a thrilling summer road trip from Arizona to Canada, all while combating a rare genetic condition.

Meet Steve Johnston, the founder of A Race Against Blindness, who did just that with his family. Steve shares his family's unforgettable van life adventure in 2023, a journey filled with hope, resilience, and a mission to create lasting memories for his son, Luke, who is slowly losing his vision due to a rare genetic condition. Their journey is not just about a summer of fun, it's also a mission to raise awareness about Luke's condition and to fundraise for a clinical trial that could potentially cure it. Steve, being a father and physician, offers a unique perspective into the world of clinical trials, philanthropy, and the need for a determined parent to fight against all odds for their child's well-being. Get ready to learn about their inspiring journey, the unforgettable places they visited, and the emotional roller-coaster they rode on their trip. But there's more to this story! The Johnston's are also running an incredible fundraiser - A VAN GIVEAWAY! Have you ever dreamt of owning a fully-equipped sprinter van? Here's your chance! By entering the giveaway, you can win a custom-built 2023 Mercedes Sprinter van and $70,000 cash, and the best part? You'll contribute to a noble cause. So, join us in this episode, learn more about their mission, and discover how you can support this inspiring family's cause. ➕ Follow A Race Against Blindness ➕ Steve Johnston IG: @dad.vs.blindness ➕ Kristina Johnston IG: @mom.vs.blindness ➕ A Race Against Blindness IG: @a.race.against.blindness ➕ YouTube:  @ARaceAgainstBlindness  ➕ Website: www.araceagainstblindness.org ⏰ Timecodes 0:00 - Intro 3:50 - Van Life with the Johnston Family 5:16 - 2023 Johnston Family Travels 12:10 - Luke's rare disease 16:30 - A Race Against Blindness 25:06 - Van Giveaway Information 33:55 - How can people get involved with A Race Against Blindness ➕ Follow Chris and Sara: Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/chrisandsara⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/chrisandsara_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.chrisandsara.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📞 Call or text us a question or comment: +1 (423) 825-9572 ______________________________ 🎙WHAT NO ONE TELLS YOU Get inspired by world travelers Chris and Sara with "What No One Tells You," their conversational podcast. Each episode is a fun chat with friends sharing personal experiences, insider tips, and riveting stories. The show is elevated by amazing guests from Youtubers, ultra marathoners, bloggers, and adventurers who bring their unique energy and perspectives to the table. With Chris and Sara, you're sure to feel a part of the group, ready to embark on a new adventure. Explore the world one story at a time and join the conversation today. ______________________________ 👫🏼 WHO ARE CHRIS AND SARA? Hey y'all! We're Chris + Sara (or as you know us, Let’s Be Us), a husband and wife digital nomad travel duo currently working and traveling full time with our pup, Kramer. We've always dreamed of traveling full time, and in May of 2018 we took the leap and made it happen! Today we're balancing work and fun everywhere between the Pacific and Atlantic. From hiking and cycling to tacos and coffee, we're trying to see and experience as much of this world as we can! While our home is currently on wheels in our DIY Sprinter van, our travels take us all around the world. Be sure to hit subscribe here on Youtube and follow along on Instagram for more daily fun! Oh, and be sure to say hi while you're here. :) #Travel #TravelPodcast #vanlife #inspiration #blindness

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