Conversations Across America

Conversations Across America chronicles a 73-day, 4,600-mile cross-country bike trip taken by Kari and his 75-year-old father, Merv, who was in the early stages of Alzheimer’s. The journey highlights themes of perseverance, adaptability, and discovery, including numerous brief conversations with people they met along the way that offer a glimpse into American life, especially in rural communities. Blending storytelling with reflections on family and health, the audiobook invites listeners to cherish their relationships and gain perspective on life’s precious moments.