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Oregon Man Sails Around the World with His Cat
Oliver Widger traded his corporate life for a life at sea, sailing around the world with his feline first mate, Phoenix. His journey, documented on TikTok, has quickly gone viral, captivating viewers as he and Phoenix make their first port of call in Hawaii. Widger recently spoke with NBC News’ Ellison Barber about his decision to leave the corporate world behind and embrace the open ocean.