Podcasts about Seven Summits

The sixth in our series on the Seven Summits, Carstensz Pyramid, is the tallest peak within Oceania. While some Seven Summits lists include Mount Kosciuszko in Australia, most modern lists acknowledge Carstensz Pyramid due to its higher altitude and increased technical challenge. Locally known as Puncak Jaya, the peak sits at 4,884m or 16,024 feet above sea level, on the island of New Guinea. Unlike all other peaks on the list of seven summits, Carstensz Pyramid is a true rock climb, where climbers ascend a limestone ridgeline with both vertical walls and exposed traverses. - Much of the climb has been fixed with ropes, including a span which now has a cable bridge, to accommodate the number of climbers looking to climb the mountain and prevent issues of overcrowding. - Due to it's relatively low altitude, as compared to it's counterparts, climbing Carstensz is generally quite quick, and much of the true adventure lies in the many-day trek through the jungle to reach the base of the peak. - Unfortunately, with a long history of unrest in the jungle, it has become standard to heli into basecamp for your climb. With ethnic tribal conflicts and civil disturbances, it's no longer feasible to trek through the jungle. Follow our podcast on Instagram @duffelshufflepodcast where you can learn more about our guests and us. Visit our website at www.duffelshufflepodcast.com and join our mailing list. The Duffel Shuffle Podcast is supported by Alpenglow Expeditions, an internationally renowned mountain guide service based in Lake Tahoe, California. Visit www.alpenglowexpeditions.com or follow @alpenglowexpeditions on Instagram to learn more.

GDP Script/ Top Stories for January 13th Publish Date: January 13th From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Tuesday, January 13th and Happy Birthday to Julia Louis Dreyfus I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia. Former Buford star Zach Smith conquers final peak to complete Seven Summits Man found shot to death at Snellville area home Children’s Museum of Atlanta to debut 'AIM HIGH: Soaring with the Tuskegee Airmen' All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: Kia Mall of Georgia - Sugar Hill Ice Skating Rink STORY 1: Former Buford star Zach Smith conquers final peak to complete Seven Summits In early December, Zach Smith—former Buford football standout turned mountaineer—wrapped up something most of us can only dream about: climbing the last of the Seven Summits. On Dec. 1, he stood atop Mount Vinson in Antarctica, completing a journey fewer than 500 people have ever achieved. And this wasn’t just any year for Smith. In 2025 alone, he also summited Carstensz Pyramid in February and Mount Everest in July. Three summits. One year. Getting to Antarctica was no small feat. After a whirlwind of flights, freezing temps and carrying double provisions, Smith and his team lucked out with good weather, summiting in a week. Others weren’t so lucky, stuck on the mountain for days. Why three summits in one year? “It was about timing,” Smith said. “I was already in peak shape, and my wife and I decided it made sense to go for it.” But now? He’s ready for a slower pace. STORY 2: Man found shot to death at Snellville area home Gwinnett police are digging into a homicide after a man was found dead early Sunday in unincorporated Snellville. It was around 3:10 a.m. when officers got a call about someone down on Saddle Ridge Drive. When they arrived, they found a man—already gone—apparently from a gunshot wound. Detectives are on it, interviewing witnesses, while the Crime Scene Unit combs through the area for evidence. Police say it looks like an isolated incident, so there’s no threat to the public. The victim’s name hasn’t been released yet. Got info? Call detectives at 770-513-5300 or Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS. STORY 3: Children’s Museum of Atlanta to debut 'AIM HIGH: Soaring with the Tuskegee Airmen' The Children’s Museum of Atlanta is kicking off 2026 with something special: “AIM HIGH: Soaring with the Tuskegee Airmen.” Opening Jan. 17, this hands-on exhibit dives into the history and legacy of the first Black military aviators, blending their groundbreaking story with the science and wonder of flight. Timed perfectly with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the exhibit celebrates resilience, courage, and the belief that opportunity shouldn’t be limited by race. From climbing into a life-size cockpit to designing their own wings, kids can explore aviation through play. There’s even a Smithsonian companion exhibit, “Black Wings,” spotlighting African Americans’ contributions to flight—from early pioneers to modern astronauts. Running through May 10, AIM HIGH invites kids to dream big, imagine themselves as pilots, engineers, and innovators—and maybe even take flight someday. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: Ingles Markets STORY 4: Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office employee arrested on child molestation charges A former probationary employee of the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office has been arrested after an investigation into crimes against children, police said. It started Jan. 5, when a parent reported finding explicit messages sent to her underage daughter. Detectives with the Special Victims Unit identified 21-year-old Rylee Willis of Stone Mountain as the suspect. At the time, Willis was employed by the Sheriff’s Office but still in his probationary period. Willis now faces two counts each of child molestation and enticing a child for indecent purposes. He’s being held without bond. STORY 5: Gwinnett County hosting 911 Communications Hiring Event on Jan. 31 Ever wondered what it’s like to be the calm voice on the other end of a 911 call? Gwinnett County’s E911 Communications Division is hosting a hiring event and open house on Jan. 31, giving you a rare, behind-the-scenes look at this critical public safety role. Held at the Police Annex (800 Hi Hope Rd, Lawrenceville), the event includes tours of the 911 Center, live call observations, and the chance to meet seasoned dispatchers. You’ll even complete Phase I of the hiring process—think skills assessments, interviews, and more. Space is tight, so appointments (8 a.m. or noon) are first-come, first-served. Apply online, submit your background booklet, and secure your spot. Perks? A $4,800 hiring bonus, educational incentives, shift differentials, and overtime opportunities. Must be 18+, a U.S. citizen, and have a high school diploma or GED. Details: Gwinnett911Careers.com or contact Investigator Raemie Fransen at 770.513.5565. We’ll be right back. Break 3: EAGLE THEATRE STORY 6: Jason Lane retiring after more than a decade as principal at Mill Creek High School For the last 13 years, Jason Lane has been the principal at Mill Creek High School, a role he never really saw coming. “I didn’t think I’d be a principal,” he said. “But as an assistant principal, I loved helping kids and teachers. Then some mentors saw something in me I didn’t see in myself.” Now, after 28 years in education—24 of them in Gwinnett County—Lane is retiring at the end of the 2025-26 school year. During his tenure, Mill Creek has thrived: academic achievements, 20+ state championships, and a focus on student leadership that Lane is especially proud of. “Our kids are incredible,” he said. “They mentor younger students, run a leadership summit for grades 1-8, and just show up every day ready to lead. I’ll miss them the most.” Lane and his wife, Lisa, have two sons—both Mill Creek grads. Dylan teaches special education in Pennsylvania, and Brady is a freshman football player at Grove City College. As for what’s next? Lane isn’t sure yet. “I don’t know what the next chapter holds,” he said. “But I know how lucky I’ve been—especially here at Mill Creek. This place is special.” STORY 7: Gwinnett senator running for Georgia insurance commissioner The race for Georgia insurance commissioner just got a shakeup—and a Gwinnett County connection. State Sen. Nabilah Islam Parkes announced last week she’s running for the statewide office instead of seeking re-election. 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Werner Berger is proof that age is no barrier when passion leads the way. A Guinness World Records holder for conquering the Seven Summits, Werner has spent over forty years guiding leaders beyond limits—on mountains and in life. His next adventure? Climbing Kilimanjaro at ninety to launch a global peace movement. In this episode, Werner shares the essence of being unstoppable. You'll hear why real strength comes from connection, how micro-choices build daily courage, and why adventure is the ultimate teacher. This is more than a conversation. It's a call to rise—to dismantle fear, rewrite old beliefs, and step boldly into the life you were meant to lead. Werner Berger doesn't just talk about possibility—he lives it. And now, he invites you to do the same. Werner Berger is a corporate leadership consultant, author, speaker, and Guinness World Records holder as the oldest person to climb the Seven Summits. For more than four decades, he has inspired leaders and teams worldwide, combining strategic insight with transformative adventure experiences. Through treks to Everest Base Camp,Kilimanjaro, and Machu Picchu, Werner guides participants on "Their Hero's Journey," where external challenge sparks deep personal growth. Featured in books, media, and film, he continues to push limits; now planning to summit Kilimanjaro at 90 to launch a Global Peace Initiative, titled The Global Ascent.

Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger & Chris Sanford talk with Caroline Pemberton, Co-Owner of Climbing the Seven Summits. Our focus: How to stay healthy when pursuing tall mountains on big expeditions. Questions we tackle include:How does the immune system work?What can people do to prevent infections before they leave home?What vaccines are useful?Should someone isolate from others in the month before departure?Is it possible to overtrain?What tricks can people use to stay healthy when approaching base camp?Is it advisable to take acetazolamide?What about stress and anxiety--how can these be managed?How about vitamins--helpful, or a scam?Macronutrients--how many calories do you need per day?How can you stimulate your appetite?What if you get sick on the upper mountain?We hope you enjoy this podcast! If so, please follow us on the socials @germ.and.worm, subscribe to our RSS feed and share with your friends! We would so appreciate your rating and review to help us grow our audience. And, please visit our website: germandworm.com where you can find all our content and send us your questions and travel health anecdotes. Or, just send us an email: germandworm@gmail.com.You can also catch this episode on our YouTube channel, or at the CTSS webinar page.Our Disclaimer: The Germ and Worm Podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. However, this podcast does NOT establish a doctor-patient relationship, and it should NOT replace your conversation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please see one before your next adventure. The opinions in this podcast are Dr. Sanford's & Dr. Pottinger's alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the University of Washington or UW Medicine.

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview entrepreneur, success coach, author and keynote speaker, Saahil Mehta, Brady Sticker from ChurchCandy Marketing and mortgage expert Tom Wragg. Mountaineer and executive coach Saahil Mehta challenges the hustle-at-all-costs mindset and explains why money, fame, and nonstop ambition often lead to burnout, regret, and broken relationships. Through his powerful “Seven Summits” framework, Sahil shows entrepreneurs how to redefine success on their own terms, protect what truly matters, and make smarter decisions without sacrificing health, family, or sanity. Read more at: https://www.saahilmehta.com/ Brady Sticker is an entrepreneur, marketing expert, podcaster, and the founder of ChurchCandy Marketing, a marketing agency specializing in getting churches new church guests and helping Pastors grow their ministries. He's also the bestselling author of Launch Big: The Complete Digital Marketing Guide for Church Planters. Read more at: https://bradysticker.com/ and at https://churchcandy.com/ Mortgage expert, Tom Wragg from loanDepot is a passionate mortgage originator with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Tom specializes in Jumbo loans and non-QM lending for self-employed clients, and he takes pride in presenting a full suite of mortgage options, including Conforming, FHA, VA, Reverse Mortgages, and Renovation Lending. Read more at: https://www.loandepot.com/loan-officers/twragg Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes. Chapters (00:00:00) - Podcast Review(00:00:48) - Passage to Profit(00:02:19) - What are the Common Mistakes First Time Entrepreneurs Make?(00:03:46) - STILL BUSY: The mistakes of entrepreneurs(00:05:05) - 3 Mistakes First-Time Entrepreneurs Should Avoid(00:07:44) - Sahil Mehta: Success(00:11:15) - 7 Summits to Success(00:13:06) - 7 Summits of Life(00:16:24) - 7 Summits of Important Things in Your Life(00:18:33) - 7 Summits(00:22:19) - Car Shield(00:23:29) - Better Health Insurance for You(00:24:29) - Clutter in Your Head(00:29:34) - In the Elevator With Rich People(00:30:23) - In the Elevator With Coaches: Accountability(00:32:58) - AI In Business(00:35:40) - ChatGPT and the Future of Legal Research(00:38:17) - Divorce and Credit Card Debt Relief(00:41:08) - Disney, OpenAI: Intellectual Property News(00:44:53) - Church Candy(00:47:37) - How to Get People to Attend Your Church(00:49:27) - How to start a new church with digital marketing(00:51:40) - How to Reach Out to People Through Social Media(00:53:16) - Marketing for Your Business(00:55:05) - How to Build a Facebook Ad With AI(00:57:21) - Church Plants: Behind the Scenes(00:59:02) - What Does a Mortgage Originator Do?(01:00:47) - Holding Yourself Accountable(01:02:45) - Mortgage market: Interest rates and availability of funds(01:04:51) - Homebuyers and Affordability(01:06:13) - Mortgage Underwriting: Building Trust With Prospects(01:08:45) - How to Help a Self-Employed Person Buy a Home(01:14:21) - Mortgage Depot(01:16:43) - Secrets of the Entrepreneurial Mind(01:17:58) - How to Get Stuck in Your Business(01:19:09) - Tom Rag(01:21:40) - Passage to Profit

On Episode 45 of the Duffel Shuffle Podcast, Sam and Adrian head to the bottom of the world and discuss the Vinson Massif. This is the 5th in the series covering each of the Seven Summits, and while Vinson lacks some of the culture of previous mountains discussed, it makes up for that in the uniqueness of the adventure. First climbed in 1966, Vinson is known by Seven Summit climbers as "The Last Great Challenge" as it was the final peak conquered by the first to complete the seven tallest summits on each continent. While not particularly challenging, Vinson is notable for its logistical complexity as well as incredibly cold temperatures. - While a Vinson expedition can be easily completed in just a matter of days, due to it's relatively low altitude of 4,892m (16,050'), most expeditions last 2-3 weeks to allow for the logistics to fall into place, which can be severely delayed by weather and other factors. - All Vinson logistics are managed by Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions (ALE). As such, their strict risk management practices have led to an incredibly high safety and success rate. - A Vinson expedition requires a high level of mountain independence, primarily to manage the challenges of cold. As such, it's a great peak to potentially follow Everest, or at the very least Denali, and can also be easily combined with climbing Aconcagua. Follow our podcast on Instagram @duffelshufflepodcast where you can learn more about us and our guests. Visit our website at www.duffelshufflepodcast.com and join our mailing list. The Duffel Shuffle Podcast is supported by Alpenglow Expeditions, an internationally renowned mountain guide service based in Lake Tahoe, California. Visit www.alpenglowexpeditions.com or follow @alpenglowexpeditions on Instagram to learn more.

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Wasfia Nazreen is a Bangladeshi mountaineer and human rights advocate known for blending adventure with activism. She is the first Bangladeshi to climb the Seven Summits and the only Bengali to summit K2, one of the world's most dangerous peaks. Her expeditions serve as spiritual practice and a platform for women's rights in Bangladesh, earning her National Geographic's Adventurer of the Year in 2014.Connect with Wasfia: WebsiteInstagramListen to: Camp MonstersFinding MasteryThank you to our sponsors: NikonCapital One and the REI Co-op® Mastercard®  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This is a special interview with Kit DesLauriers – the person to ski the Seven Summits – the highest mountains on each of the planet's seven continents. I read Kit's book ‘Higher Love' in the summer of 2025 and was blown away by her bravery, courage, determination and, quite frankly, by her incredible organisation. During our conversation Kit covers her background in skiing as a former Freeride World Tour champion, as well as explaining the logistical, physical and physiological challenges she faced while tackling the Seven Summits. This episode is the latest in a series of interviews with high-achieving women in the world of snowsports. Previous episodes in this series have included interviews with Vicky Gosling, CEO of GB Snowsport, BBC Ski Sunday's Chemmy Alcott and founder of YSE Ski Fiona Easdale, as well as the Team GB freestyle skiers Zoe Atkin and Kirsty Muir. SHOW NOTES Read Kit's book: ‘Higher Love: Climbing and Skiing the Seven Summits' Kit learned cross country skiing first (7:00) Skiing in Verbier (9:00) Chamonix and Alagna (13:00) Kit worked on the ski patrol at Telluride (14:00) Moving to Jackson Hole (16:15) Joining the World Freeski Tour (17:30) Being sponsored by The North Face (19:00) Dick Bass gifting his book (21:00) Mt Elbrus (27:00) Listen to Iain's interview with Dan Egan (28:00) Vinson Massif, Antarctica (29:00) Using neoprene over boots (30:00) Aconcagua (31:00) Mount Kilimanjaro (35:00) Was Everest always going to be last? (38:00) ‘Complete autonomy' contract with Dave Hahn (40:30) Buddhist blessings (44:00) A call from Megan Carney (47:30) Jimmy Chin (52:00) Skiing from the summit of Everest (53:00) Skiing the Lhotse Face (54:00) Becoming a parent (58:00) The Brooks Range of Alaska (59:00) Feedback You can leave a comment on Spotify, Instagram or Facebook – our handle is @theskipodcast – or drop me an email to theskipodcast@gmail.com You can also follow us on WhatsApp for exclusive material released ahead of the podcast.  Take part in our 2025 Listener Survey and you could win £400 worth of prizes. There are now 286 episodes of The Ski Podcast to catch up with. If you've enjoyed this episode, then go to theskipodcast.com, have a search around the tags and categories and you're bound to find plenty more to listen to. If you'd like to help the podcast, there are three things you can do:  -          you can follow us, or subscribe, so you never miss an episode -          you can give us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a comment on Spotify -          And, if you're booking ski hire this winter, don't forget that you save money on your ski hire with an additional discount by using the code ‘SKIPODCAST' when you book at intersportrent.com. Simply take this link in the show notes for your discount to be automatically applied. 

Our next episode in the Seven Summits series takes us to Africa, and we're talking about Mount Kilimanjaro. What is arguably the most culturally enriching experience of all of the Seven Summits, Kili is the most accessible of the tallest peaks on each continent. Sam and Adrian chat about Kilimanjaro and all of the ins and outs. While Kili's technical challenge is nonexistent, the specifics around how the mountain is climbed are quite particular. - All climbers on Kilimanjaro must climb with a local operator. This mandates that climbers support the local economy by hiring a fixed number of support staff. - While Kilimanjaro does have a rainy season in the spring, and a shorter period of rain in the fall, it can be climbed virtually year-round. That, combined with the lack of technical challenge, means that Kilimanjaro is far from a wilderness experience as we know it, and hundreds of climbers, guides, porters, and cooks will be on the mountain with you. - Climbing Kilimanjaro is still a feat and an incredible experience in itself, but if you go all the way to Africa and skip the Safari, you're just crazy. Adding a 3-5 day Safari is an incredible way to culminate your climbing trip. And if you're looking for even more, head on to Zanzibar!Follow our podcast on Instagram @duffelshufflepodcast where you can learn more about us and our guests. Visit our website at www.duffelshufflepodcast.com and join our mailing list. The Duffel Shuffle Podcast is supported by Alpenglow Expeditions, an internationally renowned mountain guide service based in Lake Tahoe, California. Visit www.alpenglowexpeditions.com or follow @alpenglowexpeditions on Instagram to learn more.

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Andy Nolan (@andy_everest2026)shares his incredible journey of climbing the Six of the Seven Summits, including his experiences with fear, training, and the challenges faced during his climbs. From starting as a sedentary individual to summiting some of the world's highest peaks, Andy discusses the mental and physical preparation required for such feats. He also highlights the importance of teamwork, the risks of mountaineering, and his commitment to raising money for charity through his climbs. As he prepares for his final summit, Everest, Andy reflects on the lessons learned and the adventures that lie ahead.09:00 Meet Andy Nolan11:56 From Sedentary to Summit: The Climb to Kilimanjaro14:57 The Thrill of the Summit: Euphoria and Relief17:47 Training for the Seven Summits: A New Challenge20:26 Planning the Ascent: Timing and Logistics23:26 Facing Nature: The Reality of High Altitude26:12 The Art of Climbing: Experiences and Insights30:08 The Challenges of High Altitude Climbing33:04 Denali: The Toughest Climb36:06 Team Dynamics and Mental Resilience38:07 Accidents and Setbacks41:00 Recovery and Reflection47:43 Momentum and Future Goals49:57 Experiencing Antarctica55:45 Preparing for Everest61:28 Charity and Community Engagement65:57 Training and Mindset for EverestYou can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkoutPerformNutrition.com This episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories and their Ultrapure Sports Recovery prducts. Ask for the ULTRAPURE Laboratories Muscle Recovery range in your local Pharmacy or Health Store or visit their new online storeUltrapurelabs.ie

Today's guest is Maxime Chaya, Lebanon's foremost adventurer and the first person from his country to stand atop Mount Everest, which he summited in 2006. That Everest climb was actually featured on Discovery Channel's reality series "Everest: Beyond the Limit," but it was just one chapter in an extraordinary career of exploration.Max went on to complete the Seven Summits—the highest peak on every continent—and then pushed further, adding ski expeditions to the North and South Poles to achieve what's known as the Three Poles or the Explorer's Grand Slam .In 2013, he took to the ocean, rowing across the Indian Ocean with two crew mates and setting a Guinness World speed record in the process—covering over 5,800 kilometers in just under 58 days.But one of Max's most remarkable adventures came on two wheels. He and British ultra-runner Steve Holyoak completed not one, but two bikepacking expeditions across the Rub' al Khali—the Empty Quarter, the world's largest sand desert. Their first crossing in 2016 took them 1,500 kilometers from Abu Dhabi to Salalah, Oman in 21 days. They loved it so much they went back for more, this time riding 2,500 kilometers from Jeddah to Muscat over 33 days.Back home in Lebanon, Max continues to promote adventure sports throughout the region. He's also a sought-after motivational speaker, sharing his philosophy that "There is an Everest for Everyone."Please welcome Maxime Chaya.

One of the most dangerous and exciting mountains I've ever been on. What makes this once in a lifetime experience is Papua New Guinea is definitely one of the most remote places in the world. There are dozens if not hundreds of individual tribes that still practice head hunting in these jungles surrounding Carstens. Combine the Primitive natives with a hostile political environment because of mining in the remote areas of this country and you have a recipe for disaster. We have armed guards we have a mountain that's been closed for years we have a mountain with old ropes, what else could you ask for in a high mountain Adventure. All I can say is I'm glad with the number one concessionaire here in Indonesia that is Indonesian expeditions. Combine all this with one of the highest peaks in the world and you have a real live seven Summit Adventure.Carstensz Pyramid (locally known as Puncak Jaya) is the highest summit of Mount Carstensz in the Sudirman Range of the western central highlands of Papua Province, Indonesia.​It is best known as one of the Seven Summits (the highest peak on each continent), representing the Oceania/Australasia continent.

Episode 3 of the Seven Summits Series takes us to the tallest point in Europe, Mount Elbrus. With first ascents on each of the two summits, both occurring in the 1800s, Elbrus' history is both lengthy and, at times, entertaining. Adrian and Sam dive into the details of a Mount Elbrus expedition, which includes so much more than just climbing. While Elbrus is well positioned for a strike mission type attempt due to its relatively low altitude (as far as high altitude goes) and significant on-mountain infrastructure, climbing Elbrus should most certainly include time exploring Russia. - Visiting both St. Petersburg and Moscow during your trip adds time, but they are crucial parts of the experience, and one city can be visited before and the other after you climb. - Elbrus is unique in the Seven Summits world in that it has significant infrastructure, including lift systems that are part of a ski area and snow cats that can take climbers as far as ~90% of the way to the top. Find the style of climb that suits you and gets you excited!- Like most of the Seven Summits, Elbrus can experience challenging weather, and while the route is often considered "straightforward" because Snowcats create a road,  hazards such as crevasses should not be underestimated. Follow our podcast on Instagram @duffelshufflepodcast where you can learn more about us and our guests. Visit our website at www.duffelshufflepodcast.com and join our mailing list. The Duffel Shuffle Podcast is supported by Alpenglow Expeditions, an internationally renowned mountain guide service based in Lake Tahoe, California. Visit www.alpenglowexpeditions.com or follow @alpenglowexpeditions on Instagram to learn more.

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we're joined by Gabe Vasquez, known on trail as "Wing It." Gabe is a U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran, long-distance kayaker and cyclist, and the first known Mexican-American to complete the Triple Crown.  Gabe opens up about his time in the Marines and the challenges that followed- PTSD, becoming addicted to prescription meds to manage the PTSD in addition to anxiety and depression, losing friends to suicide after their service, and night terrors. In his efforts to heal, Gabe turned to adventure. He began by paddling the Mississippi with a friend, then took on a PCT thru-hike, followed by eight consecutive years of long-distance backpacking, paddling, and cycling. Gabe shares how that time in nature helped him reclaim his peace, and why he's happier today than he's ever been. Worth noting- this episode includes graphic descriptions of PTSD and suicide. If these topics are sensitive or triggering for you, please take care while listening. We wrap the show with news of a pair of fatal bear attacks near the Ozark Highlands Trail, a partially blind grandmother who thru-hiked the PCT- averaging nearly 40 miles a day in the process, the definitive etiquette around holding doors for strangers, and the triple crown of the worst phrases and expressions. LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any order at drinklmnt.com/trek. Gossamer Gear: Check out the Type II collection at gossamergear.com.  [divider] Interview with Gabe "Wing It" Vasquez Gabe's Instagram Tommy Corey's Video with Gabe Semper Fi Fundraiser Time stamps & Questions 00:05:20 - Reminders: Apply to blog for the Trek, subscribe to our Youtube channel, and listen to our episodes ad-free on Patreon! 00:12:45 - Introducing Gabe 00:16:10 - What was it like to join the Marines? 00:22:45 - What was your specific job like in the Marines? 00:23:30 - Tell us about your deployments 00:29:20 - What was the vibe like in that sort of environment? 00:33:37 - Did you know you were actively pushing things down at the time? 00:35:06 - What was the comedown like when returning from a deployment? 00:36:40 - At what point did you seek professional help? 00:38:30 - How did the PTSD show up for you? 00:42:35 - How did you know you needed to get off the meds? 00:49:30 - How did you transition from experiencing these symptoms to advocating for others? 00:56:04 - How did you decide to kayak the Mississippi River? 00:59:20 - Did you feel a sense of accomplishment after the kayak trip? 01:09:20 - Did you go into the PCT excited to hike it? 01:13:20 - At what point did being in nature start to click for you? 01:14:45 - Knowing what you know now, would you still have joined the Marines? 01:17:22 - At what point did the nightmares subside or improve? 01:20:00 - Have you met other veterans on trail? 01:22:40 - Do you have a lot of people reaching out to you? 01:25:00 - Is the period between adventures extra tough for you? 01:26:30 - Are you trying to do all Seven Summits? 01:27:55 - Was it weird with the PCT being so white? 01:36:15 - Do you have favorite summit music? 01:37:26 - What are some of your favorite trail angel stories? 01:40:00 - What's a typical MRE meal like? 01:41:30 - What drew you to the bike after the PCT? 01:46:30 - What are the pros and cons of long distance cycling over thru-hiking? 01:50:50 - Fuck Marry Kill: cycling, paddling, and hiking 01:54:10 - What did it feel like to complete the Triple Crown? 01:58:00 - Discussion about LNT 01:59:20 - What other hot takes do you have? 02:05:20 - What other gear do you like? 02:10:16 - Tell us about almost getting arrested in Egypt 02:19:05 - Do you worry that drugs could trigger PTSD? 02:26:00 - What's your favorite trail or trail story? 02:28:35 - Do unrealistic war movies bother you? 02:30:55 - Stay Salty Question: What's one piece of advice you'd like to give? Segments Trek Propaganda 2 Fatal Bear Attacks in Past 6 Weeks Near Ozark Highlands Trail in Arkansas by JT Simmons Partially Blind Grandmother Thru-Hikes PCT in Under 70 Days by Katie Jackson QOTD: What's the proper distance to hold a door for someone? Triple Crown of the worst expressions/phrases Mail Bag [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/ and his coffee. Sign up for the Trek's newsletter Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. 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(NOTE regarding this episode: Ben and I both live in semi-remote areas with not the best internet connectivity, and this shows here-and-there in this episode with some audio-oddities. I am very sorry about that, but nevertheless, listeners can contextually understand Ben's points when the hiccup periodically occurs.) Dr. Ben Mattingly along with his wife, Jennifer Mattingly, PA-C, founded and own Wild Med Adventures. He is also the Founder and former Director of the Wilderness Medicine Fellowship Program at Baystate Medical Center, and former Assistant Professor at the University of Massachusetts Medical School's Department of Emergency Medicine.  Ben has a passion for the wilderness and has traveled throughout the world, including a year working in a small ER in New Zealand. With his father he's summited Mt. Ranier, Denali, and Vinson Massif in Antarctica. In 2023, he summited Everest, and completed his goal of tackling the Seven Summits. He has taught wilderness medicine while climbing the highest mountain in Mexico, and in Guatemala, he summited the highest peak in Central America. In addition to mountaineering, Ben rock climbs, scuba dives, backpacks, and is a triathlete, skier, and off-road and extreme sports enthusiast.  He served as the Team Doctor for an American Hockey League team, and has been active in wilderness medicine and medical education throughout his career. Ben was twice awarded the Outstanding Teacher of the Year by his emergency medicine residents, and he has taught wilderness medicine in over 10 countries. Boy, talk about living your life in full, Ben is the poster boy for doing so, and in service of others. We started things off with his origin story, what drew him to medicine, to specialize in emergency medicine, and then subspecialize in wilderness medicine. Don't miss this inspiring and engaging conversation with one of the greats. #wildernessmedicine #emergencymedicine #medicaleducation #entrepreneurship #mountaineering #adventuretravel #alpinism

The Duffel Shuffle podcast is kicking off a 7-episode series, covering all things Seven Summits. Popularized and first completed by Dick Bass, the 7 Summits List comprises the tallest mountain on each of the 7 continents of the world. These include, in order of height, Everest (Asia), Aconcagua (S. America), Denali (N. America), Kilimanjaro (Africa), Mount Elbrus (Europe), and Australia/Oceania (Mount Kosciuszko/Puncak Jaya). Adrian and Sam start with Aconcagua, the tallest mountain outside of the Himalaya, and the tallest peak in South America. Aconcagua, which was first climbed in 1897, sees approximately 3,000-4,000 attempts annually, with a success rate of roughly 30-40%. Considering the altitude, challenging weather, and incredibly short climbing season, Aconcagua is no walk in the park!- Nearing 23,000' or 7,000m in elevation, Aconcagua is an excellent place for climbers to test themselves at an altitude that isn't found anywhere else, outside of the Himalaya. - While the technical challenge on Aconcagua is quite low, each season brings many accidents and near misses due to unprepared climbers and challenging weather and wind. - Equipment choices on Aconcagua can be the difference between success and failure, and many cold-weather items are really only needed on the summit. Follow our podcast on Instagram @duffelshufflepodcast where you can learn more about us and our guests. Visit our website at www.duffelshufflepodcast.com and join our mailing list. The Duffel Shuffle Podcast is supported by Alpenglow Expeditions, an internationally renowned mountain guide service based in Lake Tahoe, California. Visit www.alpenglowexpeditions.com or follow @alpenglowexpeditions on Instagram to learn more.

Air Date - 14 October 2025What if the biggest summit you ever face isn't a mountain, but the life that unfolds when everything falls apart? Dianette Wells, elite mountaineer, adventure racer, and author, talks about embodying the power of passion-driven resilience and so much more.About the Guest:Dianette Wells is an elite mountaineer, adventure racer, and author who embodies the power of passion-driven resilience. One of fewer than 500 people to conquer the Seven Summits—including Everest, Kilimanjaro, and Denali—she's also raced 150+ miles across deserts, biked across America, and competed in multiple Eco-Challenges and ultra-marathons worldwide, many televised (Amazon Prime's World's Toughest Race, 48 Hours' Eco-Challenge Borneo, Discovery Channel's World Championship, and the documentary, American Daredevil).A mother of three, Dianette's journey took a profound turn in 2015 when her son Johnny, a record-setting adventurer, died in a wingsuit accident. Channeling grief into grit, Dianette continued pushing her boundaries, from summiting peaks to writing her memoir, Another Step Up the Mountain. Dianette is now on a mission, through her speaking and writing, to inspire others to chase their own “Everest”, whatever the odds. Learn more at: https://dianettewells.com/Social Media:Website: https://dianettewells.com/Facebook Fan/Biz: https://www.facebook.com/DianetteWellsEnduranceAthleteFacebook Personal: https://www.facebook.com/DianetteWellsEnduranceAthleteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianettewells/#DianetteWells #InspiredConversations #LindaJoy #Women #Lifestyle #InterviewsVisit the Inspired Conversations Show Page https://omtimes.com/iom/shows/inspired-conversationsConnect with Linda Joy https://linda-joy.com/ and her YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@linda-joySubscribe to our Newsletter https://omtimes.com/subscribe-omtimes-magazine/Connect with OMTimes on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Omtimes.Magazine/ and OMTimes Radio https://www.facebook.com/ConsciousRadiowebtv.OMTimes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmTimes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omtimes/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2798417/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/omtimes/

Dans ce 43ème épisode d'Aventure Épique, partez à la découverte d'une traversée hors du commun : la remontée Sud-Nord du Groenland en ski-kite, réalisée par Jérôme Brisebourg et Michael Charavin. 1700 kilomètres en autonomie totale, de Kangerlussuaq à Qaanaaq, sur l'une des calottes glaciaires les plus hostiles de la planète.À 53 ans, Jérôme Brisebourg mène une vie intense : dirigeant d'une société de formation en management et leadership la semaine, aventurier des extrêmes le reste du temps. Rien ne le prédestinait pourtant à cette trajectoire exceptionnelle. Ancien gardien de but au centre de formation des Girondins de Bordeaux, il a connu à 30 ans un "bored out" qui l'a poussé à tout remettre en question.Depuis, son palmarès force le respect : 15ème Français à avoir complété le challenge des Seven Summits (le sommet le plus haut de chaque continent, dont l'Everest en 2011), et surtout 2ème Français à réaliser l'Explorers' Grand Slam – ce défi incroyable qui combine les 7 sommets et les pôles Nord et Sud en ski-pulka. Sur les 70 personnes au monde à avoir accompli cet exploit, seuls 2 Français y sont parvenus.L'aventure groenlandaiseAprès des années à tirer des pulkas dans le froid polaire, Jérôme décide à 53 ans d'apprendre une nouvelle discipline : le ski-kite. "Marre de me faire virer par le vent", confie-t-il. Accompagné de Michael Charavin, guide spécialiste des régions polaires, il se lance dans cette traversée qui deviendra l'une de ses aventures les plus marquantes.Dans cet épisode, découvrez :Le parcours atypique de Jérôme, du football professionnel aux sommets du mondeComment on apprend le "polaire" et pourquoi si peu de personnes tentent l'Explorers' Grand SlamLes coulisses de la préparation d'une expédition de 1700 km en autonomieLes défis du ski-kite sur la calotte glaciaire : décor, dangers, journées typesLes moments d'extase et de découragement qui jalonnent 6 semaines d'isolementSa philosophie de l'aventure : "Jamais solo, toujours avec la capacité de renoncer"Ses prochains défis : le Cervin, l'Alpamayo, le Mera Peak, et le Pôle Nord depuis la côte canadienneUn témoignage rare et inspirant sur ce qui pousse un homme ordinaire à accomplir l'extraordinaire.Cet épisode d'Aventure Epique a été réalisé en collaboration avec Škoda.***Aventure Epique c'est le podcast qui vous fait vivre dans chaque épisode une aventure en pleine nature hors du commun.Explorateur illustre, sportif renommé ou encore simple amateur, aventurier du quotidien, Aventure Epique est une plongée en apnée le temps d'une aventure qui va vous tenir en haleine, vous émouvoir et vous inspirer.Les disciplines que vous pourrez retrouver dans Aventure Épique : l'alpinisme, l'exploration, l'escalade, le parapente, le vélo, la natation, la voile, le ski et bien d'autres encore…Aventure Épique c'est un nouvel épisode un jeudi sur 2, et le mardi qui précède un extrait de l'épisode à venir, pour bien démarrer la semaine ensemble. Si vous souhaitez suivre notre actualité au jour le jour, et découvrir les coulisses du podcast, rendez-vous dès maintenant sur notre compte Instagram @aventureepique.podcastAventure Epique, des aventures en plein air, à couper le souffle.Un podcast imaginé et animé par Guillaume Lalu et produit par Sportcast Studios Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Dans ce 43ème épisode d'Aventure Épique, partez à la découverte d'une traversée hors du commun : la remontée Sud-Nord du Groenland en ski-kite, réalisée par Jérôme Brisebourg et Michael Charavin. 1700 kilomètres en autonomie totale, de Kangerlussuaq à Qaanaaq, sur l'une des calottes glaciaires les plus hostiles de la planète.À 53 ans, Jérôme Brisebourg mène une vie intense : dirigeant d'une société de formation en management et leadership la semaine, aventurier des extrêmes le reste du temps. Rien ne le prédestinait pourtant à cette trajectoire exceptionnelle. Ancien gardien de but au centre de formation des Girondins de Bordeaux, il a connu à 30 ans un "bored out" qui l'a poussé à tout remettre en question.Depuis, son palmarès force le respect : 15ème Français à avoir complété le challenge des Seven Summits (le sommet le plus haut de chaque continent, dont l'Everest en 2011), et surtout 2ème Français à réaliser l'Explorers' Grand Slam – ce défi incroyable qui combine les 7 sommets et les pôles Nord et Sud en ski-pulka. Sur les 70 personnes au monde à avoir accompli cet exploit, seuls 2 Français y sont parvenus.L'aventure groenlandaiseAprès des années à tirer des pulkas dans le froid polaire, Jérôme décide à 53 ans d'apprendre une nouvelle discipline : le ski-kite. "Marre de me faire virer par le vent", confie-t-il. Accompagné de Michael Charavin, guide spécialiste des régions polaires, il se lance dans cette traversée qui deviendra l'une de ses aventures les plus marquantes.Dans cet épisode, découvrez :Le parcours atypique de Jérôme, du football professionnel aux sommets du mondeComment on apprend le "polaire" et pourquoi si peu de personnes tentent l'Explorers' Grand SlamLes coulisses de la préparation d'une expédition de 1700 km en autonomieLes défis du ski-kite sur la calotte glaciaire : décor, dangers, journées typesLes moments d'extase et de découragement qui jalonnent 6 semaines d'isolementSa philosophie de l'aventure : "Jamais solo, toujours avec la capacité de renoncer"Ses prochains défis : le Cervin, l'Alpamayo, le Mera Peak, et le Pôle Nord depuis la côte canadienneUn témoignage rare et inspirant sur ce qui pousse un homme ordinaire à accomplir l'extraordinaire.Episode intégral disponible le jeudi 9 octobre.Cet épisode d'Aventure Epique a été réalisé en collaboration avec Škoda.***Aventure Epique c'est le podcast qui vous fait vivre dans chaque épisode une aventure en pleine nature hors du commun.Explorateur illustre, sportif renommé ou encore simple amateur, aventurier du quotidien, Aventure Epique est une plongée en apnée le temps d'une aventure qui va vous tenir en haleine, vous émouvoir et vous inspirer.Les disciplines que vous pourrez retrouver dans Aventure Épique : l'alpinisme, l'exploration, l'escalade, le parapente, le vélo, la natation, la voile, le ski et bien d'autres encore…Aventure Épique c'est un nouvel épisode un jeudi sur 2, et le mardi qui précède un extrait de l'épisode à venir, pour bien démarrer la semaine ensemble. Si vous souhaitez suivre notre actualité au jour le jour, et découvrir les coulisses du podcast, rendez-vous dès maintenant sur notre compte Instagram @aventureepique.podcastAventure Epique, des aventures en plein air, à couper le souffle.Un podcast imaginé et animé par Guillaume Lalu et produit par Sportcast Studios Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

In Part 2 of our conversation with Eva Steinwald, we dive deeper into her mindset, habits, and the personal philosophy that carried her to the top of Everest at 63. In this Q&A, Eva answers questions about fear, discipline, grief, aging, and what it truly means to invest in yourself.-Eva's website: https://www.evasteinwald.com Climbing the Seven Summits:https://climbingthesevensummits.com/portrait-of-a-masters-mountaineer-eva-steinwalds-journey-to-everest-and-beyond/-HELP IS WITHIN YOUR REACH!Alopecia Angel is dedicated to those seeking a holistic, natural, and safe approach to healing Alopecia from the inside out! The main force behind Alopecia Angel is a deep desire to help individuals achieve what I achieved with a natural treatment option, a well-rounded approach to health, wellness, and reversing Alopecia naturally without antibiotics, pharmaceuticals, cortisone shots to the head, or embarrassing creams.After seeing results with my multi-tiered natural Alopecia treatment, targeting mind, body, nutrition, environment, and other elements, I decided I wanted to share my findings and let others know that a natural, safe, and holistic method does in fact exist to regrow hair from alopecia. -Website: https://www.alopeciaangel.comYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/alopeciaangelFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/alopeciaangelInstagram: http://instagram.com/alopecia_angel

What does it take to climb into the unknown — when you can't see the way forward?Erik Weihenmayer is one of the most accomplished adventure athletes of our time. The first blind person to summit Mount Everest, he has since climbed the Seven Summits, led expeditions around the world, and kayaked the full 277 miles of the Grand Canyon. Now 56, Erik continues to seek awe and discomfort — from the storm-battered granite towers of the Bugaboos to the whitewater chaos of the Colorado River.But this episode isn't about past headlines. It's about fire. About why Erik calls the outdoors “the greatest laboratory for learning.” About how aging reshapes goals without dimming curiosity. About the difference between fear that paralyzes and fear that sharpens. And about the daily experiments in trust, grit, and reinvention that make a life feel ageless.If you've ever felt like your best adventures are behind you, Erik's story is a reminder: the summit isn't a peak on a map. It's the choice to keep moving into uncertainty, one step, one breath at a time.In This Episode:What the Bugaboos taught Erik about patience, fire, and partnershipFrom hating hiking as a teen to discovering the outdoors as a lifelong teacherHow he climbs by feel and trust — and the most intense “unknown” he's faced on a wallThe reality of kayaking blind through Class V rapids in the Grand CanyonHow aging has shifted his goals and risk calculus at 56Life outside the mountains: family, home, and the small rituals that keep him groundedWhat fulfillment means now: summits vs. unlocking others' potentialWhy “No Barriers” is more than a slogan — it's a mindset for every season of lifeReferences & ResourcesErik's book: No Barriers: A Blind Man's Journey to Kayak the Grand Canyon — Amazon linkErik's organization: No Barriers USAErik's website: erikweihenmayer.com---

Honored to sit down with Jenn Drummond on my Beliefcast.   Jenn is a world record-setting mountaineer, former CEO, and single mother of seven. After surviving a near-fatal car crash in 2018, she made a life-changing decision: to stop playing it safe and start living with purpose. That choice led her to summit Mt. Everest—and ultimately become the first woman in history to climb the second-highest peak on each of the seven continents, earning a Guinness World Record.   Today, Jenn is a bestselling author of BreakProof, a sought-after speaker, and a high-performance coach to elite leaders and teams. Through her podcast Seek Your Summit and transformational keynotes, she helps others conquer the mental mountains holding them back and achieve what once felt impossible.   Jenn is living proof that you can do anything you set your mind to. We love you Jenn!   … #ToddInspires #Beliefcast #Leadership #HighPerformance #MentalFitness #Resilience #Courage #PeakPerformance #GrowthMindset #OvercomeChallenges #InspiringLeaders #BreakProof #SeekYourSummit   …. Follow Jenn's journey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejenndrummond/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenn-drummond/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jenndrummond/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thejenndrummond Website: https://jenndrummond.com/   ….. Special thanks to our Sponsor's: Craig Swapp & Associates @craigswappandassociates Wasatch Recovery @wasatchrecovery Minky Couture @minkycouture Music by Paul Cardall @paulcardall

In July 2024, Chris Bombardier leads a team of climbers with bleeding disorders on an attempt to summit Mont Blanc, the tallest peak in the Alps. Chris is older and wiser than he was when he climbed the Seven Summits–but now he has new responsibilities, like fatherhood.     This episode is brought to you by Genentech. Visit http://www.hemashort.com/ to watch the short film.   Guests:  Dr. Ryan Warner, clinical psychologist and speaker, founder of RC Warner Consulting    Joana Baquero, business strategist and resilience expert, author, Driven by Hope; Ted Talk: “Resilience: A Mindset for Everyday Life”    Patrick James Lynch, Founder and CEO of Believe Limited, (Instagram)  Joana Baquero, business strategist and resilience expert, author, Driven by Hope; Ted Talk: “Resilience: A Mindset for Everyday Life” 

James Allen is an Australian modern-day explorer, speaker, mentor, and storyteller who fuses adventure with deep wisdom. From high peaks to frozen poles, he's turned extreme environments into laboratories for leadership, resilience, and personal growth.By the age of 22 (in 1995), James became the youngest person to summit Mount Everest via the North side. Over his career he has completed the Seven Summits, skied to the South Pole, traversed remote jungles, deserts, oceans, and scuba dived in challenging locations around the world.James holds degrees in Exploration Geology, Economics, and Polar Studies, and has served in senior roles at global organizations including Shell International, Walmart, PA Consulting, Wilkinsons UK and Woolworths Australia. His life is a blend of expeditionary daring and corporate leadership — lessons from one inform the other.Through his expeditions and business endeavors, James has crafted a unique voice on pushing boundaries: be it physical, mental, or cultural. James inspires people to see that ordinary individuals can accomplish extraordinary things. He now lives in Avalon Beach, Sydney, Australia, yet continues to mount global expeditions, often inviting others to join in discovering more of what we are all capable of.Explore:%20https%3A//apps.apple.com/us/app/james-allen-explorer/id6449023665

In this episode, you'll hear the remarkable story of Eva Steinwald, who at 63, summited Mount Everest in May 2025. Eva shares her transformative journey following the loss of her husband, overcoming a fear of heights, and deciding to embrace life fully.-Eva's website: https://www.evasteinwald.com Climbing the Seven Summits: https://climbingthesevensummits.com/portrait-of-a-masters-mountaineer-eva-steinwalds-journey-to-everest-and-beyond/-HELP IS WITHIN YOUR REACH!Alopecia Angel is dedicated to those seeking a holistic, natural, and safe approach to healing Alopecia from the inside out! The main force behind Alopecia Angel is a deep desire to help individuals achieve what I achieved with a natural treatment option, a well-rounded approach to health, wellness, and reversing Alopecia naturally without antibiotics, pharmaceuticals, cortisone shots to the head, or embarrassing creams.After seeing results with my multi-tiered natural Alopecia treatment, targeting mind, body, nutrition, environment, and other elements, I decided I wanted to share my findings and let others know that a natural, safe, and holistic method does in fact exist to regrow hair from alopecia. -Website: https://www.alopeciaangel.comYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/alopeciaangelFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/alopeciaangelInstagram: http://instagram.com/alopecia_angel

After climbing the Seven Summits, Chris becomes executive director of Save One Life. It's a chance to help people with bleeding disorders. But it's also his first time in a leadership role.  This episode is brought to you by Genentech. Visit http://www.hemashort.com/ to watch the short film. Guests:  Amy Board, MNM, Believe Limited Senior Vice President of Engagement and Programs    Patrick James Lynch, Founder and CEO of Believe Limited, (Instagram)     Dr. Ryan Warner, clinical psychologist and speaker, founder of RC Warner Consulting    Joana Baquero, business strategist and resilience expert, author, Driven by Hope; Ted Talk: “Resilience: A Mindset for Everyday Life”    The Final Summit is produced by BloodStream Media. To get in touch, email mailbag@bloodstreammedia.com Connect with BloodStream Media: BloodStreamMedia.com BloodStream on Facebook  BloodStream on X/Twitter  BloodStream on Instagram BloodStream on LinkedIn BloodStream on TikTok  

Happy birthday, Lori! This week we celebrate our resident horse girl with three very Lori-centric stories. Lori shares the story of Hall of Fame barrel race horse Gills Bay Boy (aka Scamper), and Sheena covers Evelyn Estes, a young Memphis woman who traveled to California on her horse. Hannah covers mountaineer, author and teacher Junko Tabei, the first woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest and ascend the Seven Summits.

Chris looks back on his journey to climb the Seven Summits through a new lens: what it was like to become a role model in the international bleeding disorder community, and how it affected him.    This episode is brought to you by Genentech. Visit http://www.hemashort.com/ to watch the short film.   Guests:  Dr. Ryan Warner, clinical psychologist and speaker, founder of RC Warner Consulting    Patrick James Lynch, Founder and CEO of Believe Limited, (Instagram)     Joana Baquero, business strategist and resilience expert, author, Driven by Hope; Ted Talk: “Resilience: A Mindset for Everyday Life”  The Final Summit is produced by BloodStream Media. To get in touch, email mailbag@bloodstreammedia.com Connect with BloodStream Media: BloodStreamMedia.com BloodStream on Facebook  BloodStream on X/Twitter  BloodStream on Instagram BloodStream on LinkedIn BloodStream on TikTok  

What if the biggest summit you ever face isn't a mountain, but it's the life that unfolds when everything around you falls apart, you've hit rock bottom, and wonder if you have the strength to climb back up.My guest, Dianette Wells, has climbed Mount Everest not once, but twice. She's conquered the Seven Summits, crossed deserts on foot, raced across continents, and faced down physical extremes most of us can't imagine.  But her greatest feat?  Rebuilding a life after unimaginable personal loss of her son and finding the courage to keep going when standing still seemed easier.Today, in our gripping and deeply human conversation, Dianette will share how the same mindset that carried her up the world's tallest peaks helped her navigate the emotional terrain of heartbreak, reinvention, and healing after the tragic death of her son.Her memoir, Another Step Up the Mountain, chronicles her journey that will resonate with anyone who has ever hit rock bottom—and wondered if they had the strength to climb back up. Dianette is now on a mission, through her speaking and writing, to inspire others to chase their own “Everest”, whatever the odds.Connect with Dianette:Website: https://dianettewells.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianettewells/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DianetteWellsEnduranceAthleteLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianette-wells-32602110/CONNECT WITH DEBIDo you feel stuck?  Do you sense it's time for a change, but are unsure where to start or how to move forward? Schedule a clarity call!Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/debironca/free-clarity-callWebsite – https://www.debironca.comInstagram - @debironcaEmail – info@debironca.com Check out my online course!Your Story's Changing, Finding Purpose in Life's Transitionshttps://course.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/8-week-programThe Family Letter by Debi Ronca – International Best Sellerhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SSJFXBD

It's not every day you meet someone who has stood on the highest peak of every continent and now leads one of the world's most iconic endurance brands. In this episode of Without Compromise, we sit down with Scott DeRue, CEO of The IRONMAN Group, to talk about the journey that brought him from academia to the forefront of global endurance sport.Now, as CEO, Scott is steering IRONMAN into the future while honoring its rich legacy. He shares what he's learned from standing at finish lines around the world, how the IRONMAN ethos of “Anything is Possible” applies to both athletes and everyday people, and what excites him about the movement's next chapter. Outside of his role, Scott is an avid mountaineer, having completed the Seven Summits earlier this year. Athletic Brewing and IRONMAN have partnered for years, built on a shared belief that balance, resilience, and community matter as much as performance. Together, they're helping athletes celebrate their pursuits, without compromise.

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What happens when your first major expedition is one of the world's Seven Summits?In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, emergency medicine doctor Ffyon Smith is joined by Kacylia Roy Proulx, a medical student at McGill University and President of her university's Wilderness Medicine Society. Together, they explore Kacylia's experience of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, from early trail excitement to summit-day exhaustion, team dynamics, and the real-time challenge of acute mountain sickness.This is an honest, insightful conversation about why we climb, how we build mental resilience, and what expedition medicine means to someone just starting out.You'll hear about:The reality of altitude acclimatisation and AMS symptomsNavigating ethical dilemmas on the trailHow expedition teamwork makes or breaks the journeyFinding identity, purpose, and introspection at high altitudeAdvice for medical students looking to break into expedition medicine

Episode 123 of The Prakhar Gupta Xperience features Colonel Ranveer Singh Jamwal, a distinguished Indian Army officer and accomplished mountaineer. With three successful ascents of Mount Everest and completion of the Seven Summits challenge, he has led over 70 expeditions globally. As the Director of the National Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports (NIMAS), he successfully initiated the Har Shikhar Tiranga mission, which involved raising the national flag atop the highest peaks of all Indian states.Recording Date: June 5, 2025This is what we talked about:00:00 - Why Kanchenjunga is so deadly04:03 - Dead Bodies in the Himalayas06:14 - Facing Fear in the Mountains09:53 - Tough Decisions on Expeditions14:51 - Dangers of Rafting24:21 - What is NIMAS?27:07 - Adventure Sports & Nature33:05 - Losing a Finger to Frostbite41:57 - Climbing the Seven Summits45:25 - Nepal Earthquake Rescue59:31 - Spiritual Tales of Nanda Devi01:02:41 - Who was Malli Mastan Babu?01:14:32 - Spirituality in the Mountains

What happens when a veteran mountain climber with hemophilia returns to mountaineering after a six-year layoff? In 2018, Chris Bombardier became the first hemophiliac to climb the Seven Summits, including Mt. Everest. In 2024, Chris leads a group of climbers with bleeding disorders on a daring attempt to summit Mont Blanc, the highest peak in the French Alps. But is being older and wiser necessarily better? In Season 4 of The Final Summit, Chris and his guests re-tell his entire life story from a new perspective. They'll talk about finding your path, defining yourself as a role model and a leader, what it means to be a success, and how to change your definition of success.    This episode is brought to you by Genentech. Visit http://www.hemashort.com/ to watch the short film.   Guests:  Patrick James Lynch, Founder and CEO of Believe Limited, (Instagram)     Amy Board, MNM, Believe Limited Senior Vice President of Engagement and Programs    Joana Baquero, business strategist and resilience expert, author, Driven by Hope; Ted Talk: “Resilience: A Mindset for Everyday Life”  Dr. Ryan Warner, clinical psychologist and speaker, founder of RC Warner Consulting

Masha Gordon failed PE at school and admits that she “opted out” of sport from her pre-teen years until her mid-30s when she discovered hiking. Just 6 years later, the mother of 2 now holds the record for the fastest ascent by a woman of the Seven Summits as well as the women's record for the Adventurer's Grand Slam (the Seven Summits plus the North and South Pole).In this interview we discuss mothers (or parents) guilt, the challenges she faced during her epic adventure, why you need to surround yourself with people who celebrate your small wins and the importance of not letting what you couldn't do as a child shape your decisions as an adult

Meghan Buchanan (@ggrit on IG) is not interested in playing the victim. She's an aerospace engineer, a mountaineer on a mission to climb the Seven Summits, a dyslexia advocate, and someone who's been tested again and again by life. You may have seen her on Outlast Season 2 on Netflix, where survival gets messy fast. But this episode isn't about the show. It's about the real-life survival stories that came before and after.We talk about what it actually feels like to face trauma while keeping a goal in sight. What it takes to rebuild after being brought to your knees. And how to keep showing up when nobody's clapping for you.Meghan doesn't sugarcoat anything. She opens up about grief, betrayal, mountaineering disasters, and the invisible weight of always having to prove yourself. She also shares what she's learned from the mountains, from her body, and from walking through some dark seasons with her head up.This one is for anyone who's been through something and kept going.

As president and CEO of Freeman Companies, Rohan Freeman runs three successful engineering, construction, and real estate firms. He's also an accomplished mountain climber and the first African-American to climb the Seven Summits—the highest mountain on each of the seven continents. And he's completed the so-called “explorers grand slam” which includes treks to the North and South Pole. “Sometimes I pinch myself, I feel pretty fortunate to get here and for some of the things I've accomplished,” Freeman told the CBIA BizCast. Freeman grew up in Jamaica, moving to Hartford after high school and graduating from the University of Connecticut with a degree in civil engineering. He said he started his firm in Hartford because it was home and his mother and brother both worked for the city. “I started my firm, and then starting to get more into the fabric of Hartford and the community and understanding some of the major issues that were impacting the city and realized that maybe I could help in some small way,” he said. Since then, the Freeman Companies has been involved in major projects in the city including Dunkin' Park and a number school, housing, and redevelopment projects. He also founded Seven Summits Construction, which centers on nonprofits, schools, and community based work and Seven Summits Realty, which develops housing to provide access to those less fortunate. “I felt feel so connected to the city, and that's why I also want to give back,” Freman said. “I lived here, my mom lived here. So it's important to me to give back, especially with the way my career has been shaped by the city.” So how does someone who grew up on the island of Jamaica end up becoming a mountain climber? “Good question,” Freeman said. He said winter in Connecticut was a culture shock, but instead of moving somewhere warmer, he decided to embrace it and learn to snowboard. “I'm like, ‘okay, so this is how you enjoy winter,'” he said. “I'm like, ‘okay, I gotta do something else.' And then my friends got me into ice climbing, and cross-country skiing.” Eventually, one of his friends asked him if he wanted to climb Kilimanjaro. “When I was a kid, we would talk about Kilimanjaro as some mythical place,” he said. "I'm like, 'Yeah, I want to go.'" He said after doing his research and training, they successfully climbed the mountain. And that got him excited for more. “I wanted to replicate that challenge,” Freeman said. “My mind always goes to, ‘am I saying I can't do it because I'm afraid? And also physically, could I accomplish this?' “So I have to prove those things to myself.” Over the years he achieved the feat of climbing the Seven Summits. “It's knowing that I could break through these barriers,” he said. “Sometimes you find yourself in some really challenging situation where you feel like you have your last ounce of energy to give, but you really have more. “Going through these situations let me know that no matter how bad things are, there's always a little bit more to give.” Freeman said the lessons he's learned through mountain climbing have helped him as as a leader as he's grown Freeman Companies. “You may say, ‘physically climbing Denali, climbing Everest doesn't relate professionally,'” he said. “But I would disagree with you." “When we climb, we climb in a rope team,” he said. “So, when we move, we move together.” “It doesn't matter how strong you are as a leader. You cannot move faster than the weakest guy is capable of moving.” Freeman said that it's the same in business and everybody on the team has equal importance. “You need everybody to be contributing, and so you have to find that balance for your team," he said. Related Links: Freeman Companies Website: https://freemancos.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/freeman-companies-llc/ Rohan Freeman on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rohanfreeman/ CBIA Website: https://www.cbia.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cbia/

Episode 97 features 6x World Record Holder Adventure Athlete Matt Dawson! This episode is all about “Leaving Comfort & Finding Clarity: The Adventure of Surrender”."Matt “Dawson” Dawson is a former Wall Street investment banker turned world record holder endurance athlete, and author. After battling high-functioning depression and personal loss, he left the corporate grind to seek purpose through extreme adventure. Dawson has completed the Seven Summits, rowed across the Atlantic, skied to the South Pole, and holds the solo speed record across the Mojave Desert. Today, he leads the Dawson's Peak Foundation, helping others transform through challenge, service, and the philosophy he calls Strength in Surrender.Quick shot out to Stefano Bonzi for the connection, check out www.bonzirecording.com for all your recording needsDawson's' IG: @dawsonspeak https://www.instagram.com/dawsonspeak/?hl=enDawson's Website: https://dawsonspeak.com/Thank you to Sponsor Blenders Eyewear!Use Code “WCB20” for 20% off Blenders Sunglasses https://www.blenderseyewear.com

Luis Benitez: Conquering Everest and the Seven Summits, Life Advice from the Dalai Lama, and Outdoor Recreation Evangelism.Luis Benitez has worked as a high-end international mountain guide, with six Everest summits to his name, as well as having conquered the "Seven Summits" — the highest mountains on each of the world's continents. He's also an outdoor educator and a policy leader in the outdoor industry. In 2015, Benitez was appointed by Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper to lead the Outdoor Recreation Industry Office. He is currently the Vice President of Government Affairs for Lululemon.Benitez holds an executive MBA from the University of Denver, with an emphasis certification in behavioral sciences and public policy from Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government. He is also the author of Higher Ground.Notable Links:Luis Benitez WebsiteHigher Ground Book*****This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters.Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment.And now, my listeners can get 10% off the Kase Filters Amazon page when they visit. beyondthelens.fm/kase and use coupon code BERNABE10Kase Filters, Capture with Confidence.

Brendan Leonard is back for his third appearance on the podcast—this time recorded in person at his house in Missoula. Brendan's the creative mind behind Semi-Rad, and over the years, he's become a good friend and one of my most trusted advisors when it comes to creativity and building a life around the things you care about. He's a writer, illustrator, filmmaker, ultrarunner, teacher, and all-around creative machine—someone who's carved out a career by doing things his own way, with a healthy dose of humor and generosity. This episode is pretty much two friends sitting at a kitchen table having a laid-back chat about our long list of shared interests. We talk about everything from teaching writing and designing online courses, to the pros and cons of Substack, to how to market your work without feeling like a sellout. We dig into the practical side of creativity—how to make things, share them, and make a living—without losing the joy and weirdness that made you want to create in the first place. We also get into self-publishing vs. traditional publishing, why Brendan makes funny books like 15-Second Recipes, and why he believes that generosity, self-deprecation, and consistency matter more than flash or perfection. There's a lot here for anyone trying to make meaningful things in the margins of a busy life… or build a creative life from the ground up. If you're new to Brendan's work, be sure to check out his website, newsletter, and his earlier podcast episodes. I'd also specifically encourage you to check out his most recent book "Ultra-Something," his recent film "The Seven Summits of My Neighborhood," and the podcast he co-hosts, which is called "The Trailhead." There are links to everything in the episode notes. Brendan is one of the most thoughtful, practical, and humble voices out there when it comes to creative work, and I'm always better off after talking to him. Hope you enjoy. --- Brendan Leonard Semi-Rad Ultra-Something The Seven Summits of My Neighborhood The Trailhead podcast Full episode notes and links: https://mountainandprairie.com/brendan-leonard-3/ --- TOPICS DISCUSSED: 2:11 - Brendan blowing out the speakers 3:47 - How Brendan got into teaching and early days at Freeflow 8:06 - Brendan's teachers 11:09 - The Feynman technique 14:10 - Substack versus a website 17:54 - The necessity of marketing yourself 20:53 - Keeping the voice 25:00 - Moving Brendan's writing course online 27:23 - Keeping it low-key 29:40 - Abundance vs. scarcity mentality 33:56 - Publisher vs. self-publishing 38:39 - Nickels and dimes of self-publishing 42:31 - Talking The Seven Summits of My Neighborhood 50:23 - Digging into the niches 51:55 - Curing the male loneliness epidemic 55:44 - Helping people with humor 58:43 - Treating others with respect 1:00:07 - Book recs --- ABOUT MOUNTAIN & PRAIRIE: Mountain & Prairie - All Episodes Mountain & Prairie Shop Mountain & Prairie on Instagram Upcoming Events About Ed Roberson Support Mountain & Prairie Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts

In this heart-pounding and heart-opening episode, Wendy Valentine chats with elite mountaineer and adventure racer Dianette Wells, one of fewer than 500 people to climb the Seven Summits, including Mount Everest. But Dianette's most difficult climb wasn't on a mountain — it was through the devastating grief of losing her son, Johnny, a fellow adventurer. Together, they explore how to transform loss into purpose, why midlife is the perfect time to reinvent yourself, and how to take that first bold step toward your own personal Everest.   From competing in over 100 extreme races to discovering healing through movement, Dianette's story is packed with awe-inspiring adventures, laugh-out-loud moments, and life lessons on strength, surrender, and saying YES to life — even when it scares you. Whether you're climbing mountains or facing emotional valleys, this episode will remind you that courage isn't the absence of fear — it's doing it anyway.  

Today we welcome Tony Award Winning, Mountaineer, Cason Crane. Cason has traveled to over 100 countries on all seven continents. ​In 2013, Cason became the fifth youngest and first openly LGBT person to climb Mt. Everest and the Seven Summits - the highest mountain on each continent. He achieved this feat while raising over $135,000 for youth suicide prevention and crisis intervention. Cason is an entrepreneur who aims to inspire those to live a more fulfilled and adventurous life through his business ventures: he founded and runs an award-winning cold brew coffee company, Explorer Cold Brew, that sells specialty-grade cold brew super concentrate in 4 caffeine levels and contributes a percentage of each sale to fund access to clean water.  This episode is sponsored by ZBiotics. Visit www.zbiotics.com/CWPOD and use CWPOD at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. ZBiotics has a 100% money-back guarantee, so if you're unsatisfied for any reason they will refund your money, no questions asked. Thank you ZBiotics for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to Home Base Nation! This is our sixth episode in a series where we talk with some of the folks at Home Base who wake up every day with the same mission in mind, regardless of their role at the Center of Excellence in the Navy Yard and beyond. Over the next several weeks, we will share the staff conversations I had with some of the hardworking professionals at Home Base who help treat the invisible wounds of veterans and military families. We have published 120 episodes since 2019. For this new season, we thought it would be a good idea to look back on some of the highlights of our conversations and select 20 episodes that resonated with veterans, service members, military families, and the civilians who support them.But first up, you'll hear from some of the folks at Home Base who wake up every day with the same mission in mind, no matter what they do at the Center of Excellence in the Navy Yard and beyond. For this episode, you will hear a brief conversation with Grace O'Halloran, a Speech Language Pathologist on the Brain Health Team at Home Base. A University of New Hampshire graduate, Grace earned her Master's in Speech-Language Pathology in 2023 at the MGH Institute of Health Professions.Following my conversation with Grace, you'll hear one of our first episodes on the show featuring Marine Veteran Kirstie Ennis. In her second deployment to Afghanistan in June 2012, Kirstie sustained polytraumatic injuries from a helicopter crash, including traumatic brain injury, facial and spine injuries, and leg trauma that eventually left her with an amputation above the knee.After being injured overseas, Kirstie went on to become a Paralympian snowboarder, a proud contestant at Prince Harry's 2016 Invictus Games, a Pat Tillman Awardee for Service, and a member of a Veteran team on a 1,000-mile trek across Great Britain with the organization Walking With The Wounded.She continues to push herself every day while giving back to others through mountaineering and world travel. Since 2016, Kirstie set out to climb the Seven Summits (the highest peaks on every continent) and has so far climbed six of them.In Honor of National Women Veterans Recognition Day on June 12th, we are thrilled to re-run this Episode with Kirstie.

Solo in the Death Zone: Brian Dickinson's Blind Descent from Everest This week's Team Never Quit guest is no stranger to adversity. Brian Dickinson, a former U.S. Navy Special Operations Aviation Rescue Swimmer and elite mountaineer, joins us to share the harrowing true story of his solo summit and descent of Mount Everest after being left without a guide—and without sight. After his Sherpa fell ill near the South Col, Brian pushed onward alone to the top of the world, only to be struck by sudden snow blindness on the way down. What followed was a seven-hour descent with no vision, no oxygen, and no margin for error. Brian holds the record for the highest solo blind descent and has completed the Seven Summits, conquering the tallest peaks on each continent. Before his mountaineering feats, Brian served six years in the U.S. Navy with the elite NSO (Naval Special Operations) community, deploying on high-risk rescue and combat missions in the Persian Gulf. Now the host of Calm in the Chaos, a podcast that highlights raw, untold rescue stories from America's unsung heroes, Brian brings the same courage, insight, and humility to this conversation. Whether you're a fan of extreme adventure, military resilience, or human endurance—you won't want to miss this one. In This Episode You Will Hear: • {Marcus] I'm a Charlie Sheen SEAL. (8:19) • It's weird when you go from jumping put of helicopters to something less interesting. (14:11) • You can't really plan for giving up in the death zone – 26,00 feet. But you can train for the things in your control. (18:07) • You can't acclimate to 26 [thousand feet]. You're slowly dying. Like if you cut your finger, it won't heal. There's not enough air. (23:23) • At Camp 3, this is where you see a straight up ice wall. If you fall, you're falling for a mile. (24:32) • When I got about a thousand feet above Camp 3, I had to anchor off to get some water. I had an oxygen mask and goggles, and I took my goggles off to put them around my wrist, and as I was getting my mask off to drink water, my foot slipped, I went to grab the rope, and my goggles slid off and 4they're just like… down. And you don't bring extra gear. (25:35) • There're over 300 bodies still on the mountain. (30:38) • You live and die by the decisions you make in life. (31:34) • When you climb any mountain at night, the sun is your first indication of hope. (37:33) • According to the Himalayan Database, I'm one of two people to ever have the summit to myself on a given day. (39:07) • Everything just went completely white. I went Snowblind. And I remember at that moment, dropping down, grabbing the rope, and assessing the situation thinking: I'm at the highest point in the world, I'm completely blind; no one's coming to get me. (41:07) • I just witnessed a miracle. It was like someone reached down and picked me up. An unexplained energy. The first thing I did was try the extra oxygen bottle and it started working, and I got 5 full beaths – reeling it in – and it burned. It felt like fire going through my veins. (48:02) • Everyone loves a survival story. They could care less about the survivor. (53:43) • That whole time, Jesus was walking alongside me. I felt that presence. (47:05) Support Brian PERSONAL SITE: Https://briandickinson.net CALM IN THE CHAOS PODCAST: Https://calminthechaospodcast.com BLIND DESCENT: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1414391722 CALM IN THE CHAOS: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1493078534 INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/BrianCDickinson FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/BrianCDickinson YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCalmintheChaosPodcast X: https://x.com/BrianCDickinson Support TNQ   - IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13   -  https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors:   - armslist.com/TNQ   - partnersinbuilding.com   - cargurus.com/TNQ - Navyfederal.org        -    - You can find Cremo's new line of antiperspirants and deodorants at Target or Target.com    - WARFARE IN THEATERS APRIL 11th Watch Trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JER0Fkyy3tw First Look Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3DWuqiAUKg&t=3s    -   - PXGapparel.com/TNQ   - bruntworkwear.com/TNQ    - Selectquote.com/TNQ    - Groundnews.com/TNQ    - You can find Cremo's new line of antiperspirants and deodorants at Target or Target.com    - shipsticks.com/TNQ    - Robinhood.com/gold    - strawberry.me/TNQ    - stopboxusa.com {TNQ}    - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]   -  kalshi.com/TNQ   -  joinbilt.com/TNQ    - Tonal.com [TNQ]   - greenlight.com/TNQ   - PDSDebt.com/TNQ   - drinkAG1.com/TNQ   - Shadyrays.com [TNQ]   - qualialife.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Hims.com/TNQ   - Shopify.com/TNQ   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Policygenius.com   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]

En 2023, Aurélien Lardy et trois compagnons ont traversé 500 km en autonomie à travers l'Alaska. Pendant 50 jours, ils ont tiré des pulkas de 115 kg, gravi des sommets mythiques et skié des versants escarpés. Leur premier défi majeur ? L'ascension du Denali. Ce géant glacé d'Amérique du Nord (6190 m) offre la plus grande descente verticale au monde, mais l'atteindre demande vigilance, endurance et capacité à affronter l'imprévu…Abonnez-vous à notre newsletter pour ne louper aucun épisode ➡️Retrouvez Les Baladeurs sur :Les OthersSpotifyApple PodcastsDeezerYouTubeAushaEn RSS

Matt Dawson, is a highly sought-after public speaker, lifestyle performance mentor, and the founder of the Dawson's Peak Foundation. His mission is to help individuals lead more authentic and meaningful lives centered on purpose and service to others. He has completed expeditions on every continent, reaching the Seven Summits' highest peaks, skiing to the South Pole, traversing the Mojave Desert, and rowing across the Atlantic Ocean. Dawson is a graduate of the Wharton School of University of Pennsylvania and was skilled enough to train for professional football, receiving multiple contract offers. Known for his concept of strength in surrender, Dawson's philosophies are geared towards helping people face their fears and fulfill their potential.Episode Summary:Dawson discusses his upbringing, significant life changes, and how endurance sports have been pivotal in overcoming psychological barriers, teaching him to embrace fear rather than fight it, and to employ strength through surrender. Highlighting a transformative moment during a trek in the Himalayas, Dawson details his encounter with a profound spiritual reckoning that spurred a life of purpose centered around serving others. Throughout the discussion, Dawson and Myrna reflect on the importance of mentality in endurance sports, techniques for confronting fear, and the universal potential within everyone to lead a purpose-filled life guided by contribution and service.Key Takeaways:Strength Through Surrender: The Universal Challenge of Fear: Transformative Encounter: Everyday Application: Mindset's Role in Success: Resources:Dawson's Peak Foundation: dawsonspeak.comBook: "Strength and Surrender" by Matt Dawson Social Media: Instagram - @dawsonspeakDonation for Veterans: Text "Dawson" to 5355ShopifyShopify makes it simple to create your brand, open for business, and get your first sale. Go to Shopify.com/transformTo advertise on our podcast, visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/TransformyourMindor email kriti@youngandprofiting.com See this video on The Transform Your Mind YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@MyhelpsUs/videosTo see a transcripts of this audio as well as links to all the advertisers on the show page https://myhelps.us/Follow Transform Your Mind on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/myrnamyoung/Follow Transform Your mind on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063738390977Please leave a rating and review on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/transform-your-mind/id1144973094 https://podcast.feedspot.com/personal_development_podcasts/

Matt Walker MA, is a dedicated men's psychologist and international mountain guide based in Washington, USA. With a mission to help men navigate mid-life challenges, Matt empowers his clients to define success, align their values with actions, and live unapologetically. Through 1:1 coaching, group programs, immersive retreats, and transformative climbing expeditions, Matt creates opportunities for growth, adventure, and community. His work is rooted in fostering clarity, boldness, and a life lived in alignment with personal values. Matt lives in a mountain town in Washington State with his two children and balances parenting with a full workload which includes coaching individual and groups, leading climbing expeditions both professionally and personally Matt Walker Vroom Vroom Veer Show Summary Matt's Balancing Act and Life Shifts Matt discusses his work as both a mountain guide and a psychologist, supporting men through major life transitions. He is excited about the balance in his calendar between traditional coaching and field work in the mountains. Matt mentions he has a new book coming out after a 10-year publishing hiatus. He also reflects on how his values and priorities have shifted with age, emphasizing the importance of embracing these changes rather than judging oneself based on past expectations. Skepticism and the Shaping of Belief Matt and Jeffery discuss their approaches to knowledge and belief. Jeffery describes himself as highly skeptical, avoiding absolute certainty and viewing most things on a spectrum of probability. Matt agrees with this perspective, sharing an example from a memoir that acknowledged multiple viewpoints of the same experience. They discuss the unreliability of memory and the impact of mentors and teachers in shaping their worldviews. Matt reflects on how early influences expanded his understanding of career possibilities beyond his suburban upbringing. Mountain Climbing and Post-Military Life Matt shares his experience of moving from Northern New Jersey to Washington State after high school, motivated by his desire to be in the mountains following an Outward Bound course. He became involved in the climbing community, joining a group of experienced climbers and participating in significant expeditions. Matt later pursued a degree in philosophy but ultimately worked as a full-time mountain guide, leading international expeditions including the Seven Summits. Jeffery, in contrast, completed a bachelor's degree in psychology using his GI Bill after retiring from the Air Force, but chose not to pursue a career in that field. Matt's Approach to Existential Crises Matt discusses his approach to helping clients who are experiencing existential crises. He explains that he combines his background in psychology with outdoor experiences, particularly mountain climbing, to create a more effective therapeutic environment. Matt emphasizes the importance of having a guide during these experiences, comparing it to psychedelic journeys with proper set and setting. He notes that the most powerful moments for clarity and transformation occur during the descent from a summit, before transitioning back to everyday life. Matt sees his role as a supportive guide rather than actively doing the work for his clients. Challenging Experiences and Personal Growth Matt and Jeffery discuss the transformative power of challenging experiences, particularly in the context of personal growth and self-awareness. They explore how these experiences can lead to clarity, alignment between values and actions, and a sense of awakening. Jeffery shares his recent experience with a meditation app called "Way App," which he finds more effective than typical meditation apps due to its foundation in authentic Zen practices. They both agree that consistent, thoughtful practice can lead to gradual but meaningful increases in awareness and personal growth.

Erik Weihenmayer made history in 2001 as the first blind person to summit Mount Everest. By 2008, he had completed the Seven Summits, the tallest mountains on each continent. Since then, Erik has embraced a wide range of adventure sports from paragliding in the Rocky Mountains and ice climbing in Nepal to kayaking the length of the Grand Canyon.Connect with Erik: WebsiteInstagramNo Barriers website & Instagram Listen to the Camp Nowhere Podcast Thank you to our sponsors: Capital One and the REI Co-op® Mastercard® Honey Stinger

In todays episode, we had the incredible opportunity to speak with Cecilie Skog. Cecilie has cemented her place in the world of extreme adventure sports as being the first person in the world to have skied across both the North and the South Poles and to have climbed all of The Seven Summits. She also completed the first unassisted and unsupported trek across the continent of Antarctica and has made several treks across Greenland. Cecilie was also among the 31 climbers who were on K2 on its deadliest day in August 2008. She survived one of the worst tragedies in Himalayan history, witnessed her husband lose his life on the mountain - and has persevered. This isn't a conversation to miss. Listen to Extreme: Peak Danger HERE For the latest NPAD updates, group travel details, merch and more, follow us on npadpodcast.com and our socials at: Instagram: @nationalparkafterdark Twitter/X: @npadpodcast TikTok: @nationalparkafterdark Support the show by becoming an Outsider and receive ad free listening, bonus content and more on Patreon or Apple Podcasts. Want to see our faces? Catch full episodes on our YouTube Page! Thank you to the week's partners! BetterHelp: National Park After Dark is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off. Lume Deodorant: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code NPAD at LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod Quince: Use our link to get free shipping and 365-day returns.