Best Kyle Broxterman Podcasts (2025)

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100 | TCM Legacy: Accidents, Mentorship, and First Ascents w/ Joshua Reinig 2:33:24

6d ago2:33:24

2:33:24

Today, we’re doing something a little different. For the first time ever, I’m releasing a TCM Legacy Episode—diving back into one of the show’s earliest conversations, this one with Joshua Reinig. It’s been over three years since this episode first aired, and a lot has changed since then. For some of you, you’ll hear a familiar voice—my previous co…

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99 | Beyond Chasing Grades w/ Tal Wanish Part 2 1:29:46

13d ago1:29:46

1:29:46

We kick things off by diving into the nuances of Totems—what their limitations are, whether they’re as good as everyone says, and whether the mystical powers of the black Totem are fact or fiction. From there, we dig into climbing partnerships: what to look for, what to avoid, and how we can all be better partners. Tal shares two of his closest cal…

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98 | Beyond Chasing Grades w/ Tal Wanish Part 1 1:07:11

20d ago1:07:11

1:07:11

Today, I sit down with Tal Wanish—rock climber, mentor, prominent route developer in Colorado’s Front Range, and brother of our previous guest, Tanner Wanish. But Tal’s not just a rogue route developer. He’s a deeply involved member of his local climbing community—someone who chooses to play by the rules in order to help foster sustainable growth f…

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97 | The Mountain Angel: A Life of Search & Rescue in the High Sierra w/ Dean Rosnau Part 2 1:51:54

1M ago1:51:54

1:51:54

Today, we’re continuing our conversation with Dean Rosnau. If you haven’t listened to Part I yet, I highly recommend checking that out before diving into this episode. We pick up with one of the most personal and tragic stories in Dean’s life: the loss of his close friend, Pete Schoerner, in an ice climbing accident. This part of the conversation i…

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96 | The Mountain Angel: A Life of Search & Rescue in The High Sierra w/ Dean Rosnau Part 1 1:39:04

2M ago1:39:04

1:39:04

As we progress as climbers and inevitably turn our gaze toward higher peaks and more remote objectives, a common lesson begins to emerge: the mountains are a dangerous place to play. But early on, this remains a lesson heard, not truly learned. Inevitably, with enough time spent in remote places, something is bound to happen—either directly to us, …

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95 | Local Legend of Lover's Leap w/ Petch Pietrolungo Part II 1:24:54

2M ago1:24:54

1:24:54

Today, we’re picking up right where we left off with Petch Pietrolungo—climber, AMGA certified guide, free soloist, and the local legend of Lover’s Leap in California. If you missed part one of this conversation, I highly recommend heading back and starting there—it’ll give you a deeper appreciation for where we’re going today. In this second part,…

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94 | Local Legend of Lover's Leap w/ Petch Pietrolungo Part I 1:15:13

3M ago1:15:13

1:15:13

Today’s episode brings us to one of California’s most iconic granite crags: Lover’s Leap. If you’ve ever climbed here, you already know what makes it special—600 feet of mostly vertical granite laced with splitter cracks and wild horizontal dikes that jut out up to a foot. The featured nature of the rock makes the climbing feel surprisingly secure …

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93 | A Bouldering Gold Rush In Fraser Canyon w/ Denis Langlois 1:33:15

3M ago1:33:15

1:33:15

Today I sit down with Denis Langlois — father, climber, and dedicated route developer. Like many of us he balances climbing with a busy life of work and family. Denis found that bouldering gave him the most freedom. It let him climb on his own schedule — quick sessions, solo missions, and total flexibility. One day, while commuting to a job site, h…

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92 | An Untold Life w/ Bob Gaines 2:19:05

3M ago2:19:05

2:19:05

When you hear the phrase living legend, what comes to mind?....to me…this is someone who has lived a life to their fullest. A life that inspires us to be our best. Someone whose legacy will outlast them. Today, I have the pleasure of releasing my conversation with a true living legend…Bob Gaines. Bob began climbing in the mid-1970s—right in the thi…

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91 | Our Illusion Of Safety w/ IFMGA Silas Rossi 1:45:15

4M ago1:45:15

1:45:15

In a world flooded with climbing content, tech tips, and loud online opinions, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you’re educating yourself on safety systems. The truth? Learning how to climb safely and efficiently can be confusing—and quite honestly pretty dangerous. So what is the best way to learn? Books, YouTube, mentors, guides? Honestly, it’s…

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90 | No Hand, No Problem w/ Kimber Cross 1:29:00

4M ago1:29:00

1:29:00

Picture this: you’re ice climbing. Now picture doing it… without fingers on one of your hands. Sounds nearly impossible, right? Well today, I sit down with Kimber Cross, a kindergarten teacher, adaptive athlete, and living embodiment of her own personal motto: Can’t. Will. Did. Born without fingers on her right hand, Kimber grew up doing all the “n…

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89 | The Creek Freak w/ Devin Fin 1:50:52

5M ago1:50:52

1:50:52

If you’re a crack climber, chances are you’ve either made the pilgrimage to Indian Creek or have at least dreamed about it. Nestled in the Utah desert, this valley holds one of the highest concentrations of pure splitter cracks in the world. It’s quite literally a crack climber’s paradise. The remarkable uniformity of its cracks require upwards of …

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88 | The Para-Alpinist w/ Nathan Longhurst 2:52:52

5M ago2:52:52

2:52:52

Today I have a truly groundbreaking story from one of my previous show guests Nathan Longhurst. Last time I spoke with Nathan, he was fresh off his solo ascent of the Cassin Ridge on Denali and making waves in the climbing community. At the time, he had also just discovered his next passion—paragliding. I remember joking back then, hoping he wouldn…

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87 | Unforgotten Lives & Unseen Lines w/ Maximilian Barlerin 2:16:17

6M ago2:16:17

2:16:17

Today I sit down with Maximilian Barlerin. You might have first heard his name back in October when Corey Buhay wrote what Max humbly calls “a fluff piece” about his staggering 14-pitch, 5.13 big wall first ascent in the Wind River Range—Children of the Sun. The article described an "everyman" 5.14 climber balancing family, two jobs, a fledgling bu…

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86 | A Life Behind The Lens w/ Cody & Victoria 2:01:55

6M ago2:01:55

2:01:55

Today, we’re stepping behind the screens and into the lives of Cody and Victoria Blue, a climbing couple who have built a sustainable life around capturing and sharing their adventures in the mountains. Relatively new to climbing, their success lies not in the groundbreaking nature of their climbing achievements, but in their remarkable abilities a…

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85 | The Passionate Pioneer of Pacific Northwest Climbing w/ Wayne Wallace 1:58:07

7M ago1:58:07

1:58:07

Today, I am sharing a conversation with you that has truly left me inspired and honestly pretty humbled. Wayne Wallace—a name that might not immediately ring bells for some of you outside the Pacific Northwest, but one that should. Wayne is, without exaggeration, a living legend in the climbing world. His dedication to the craft spans decades, and …

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84 | Twins To The Tops Part II w/ Eric and Matthew Gilbertson 57:22

7M ago57:22

57:22

Welcome back, everyone. I’m your host, Kyle Broxterman, and today we’re continuing our conversation with Eric and Matthew Gilbertson. If you missed Part One, I highly recommend circling back to listen before continuing here, as we’ll be jumping right into the middle of our two-hour conversation. Just in the past two weeks, Eric returned from a trip…

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83 | Twins To The Tops Part I w/ Eric & Matthew Gilbertson 1:00:21

8M ago1:00:21

1:00:21

Have you ever heard of the Gilbertson twins? My guess is probably not, which is surprising given what these two have been up to for nearly 30 years. MIT graduates Eric and Matthew Gilbertson have made it their mission to summit and survey the highest mountain in every country on Earth. So far, they’ve successfully climbed 145 country highpoints, do…

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82 | The Silent Alpinist Part II w/ Paul Ramsden 1:15:40

8M ago1:15:40

1:15:40

Today, we continue our conversation with the legendary Paul Ramsden. If you missed Part 1, hit pause and go back to the last episode—it’s essential listening. In this episode, we pick up with the second of Paul’s FIVE Piolet d’Or-winning climbs: The Prow of Shiva. From there, we journey through each climb, exploring the lessons, challenges, and ref…

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81 | The Silent Alpinist Part I w/ Paul Ramsden 1:30:38

9M ago1:30:38

1:30:38

Today, I’m beyond excited to share a truly rare and special opportunity: a conversation with UK climbing legend Paul Ramsden. The Piolets d’Or—often called the Oscars of mountaineering—is the highest honor in alpine climbing, awarded to only those who demonstrate the pinnacle of style and commitment in the mountains. With past recipients like David…

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80 | The Yosemite Quadfathers w/ Michael & Tanner 1:16:23

9M ago1:16:23

1:16:23

Welcome back to the final episode of the TCM triple crown! Today we get the privilege to sit down with both Tanner Wanish and Micheal Vaill to discuss their most recent achievement, the Yosemite Quad. If for some reason you’ve made it here without listening to the two prior episodes I highly consider stopping and checking those out before you conti…

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79 | Stay Psyched w/ Michael Vaill 1:35:02

9M ago1:35:02

1:35:02

Today, we’re continuing The Climbing Majority’s ‘Triple Crown’ series with Michael Vaill, one of the two climbers who recently broke the Yosemite Triple Crown speed record and, just a week later, made history with the monumental Yosemite Quad. If you missed yesterday’s conversation with his partner, Tanner Wanish, I highly recommend giving it a lis…

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78 | Hey, It's Buttress! w/ Tanner Wanish 2:07:09

10M ago2:07:09

2:07:09

I first reached out to Tanner back in March, right after he and his climbing partner, Michael Vaill, had completed the Red Rock Triple in an impressive 12 hours and 35 minutes. I was stoked to share their story, but little did I know it would take six months to get the chance to sit down with them. Looking back, I couldn’t be happier it turned out …

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77 | My Last Episode w/ Max Carrier 43:59

10M ago43:59

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Today marks a significant turning point for The Climbing Majority. After three years and 76 episodes, my co-host and partner, Max Carrier, has made the difficult decision to step away from the show to dedicate more time to his educational pursuits, mountaineering, and his personal goals. This episode is dedicated to Max—both in celebration of every…

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76 | My Path To Happiness Part II w/ Tyler Karow 49:24

10M ago49:24

49:24

Welcome to Part II of our conversation with Tyler Karow. If you missed Part I, I highly recommend checking it out before continuing here. Tyler Karow has built a highly engaged following on YouTube and Instagram, to the point where many might label him as an influencer. While his impact on the climbing community is undeniable, Tyler is quick to dis…

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75 | My Path To Happiness Part I w/ Tyler Karow 1:10:37

11M ago1:10:37

1:10:37

I'm sure we've all been there—the dream of living a life solely dedicated to climbing: sponsorships, life on the road, making a living through our passion for the sport. For many, this represents the ultimate freedom. Often, this grand vision captures us in our early climbing years, yet it seldom holds much reality. Attracting sponsors and dedicati…

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74 | I Am Gravity Lab Part II w/ Brant Hysell 1:06:27

11M ago1:06:27

1:06:27

Welcome back to Part II of our conversation with Brant Hysell. Climber, olive mafia boss, and man behind The Gravity Lab YouTube channel. If you missed Part I, I highly recommend checking it out before continuing here. Today, it’s story time with Brant as we dive into three of his most memorable climbs: Freestone, Lurking Fear, and his recent solo …

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73 | I Am Gravity Lab Part I w/ Brant Hysell 57:00

12M ago57:00

57:00

In the age of social media and digital platforms like YouTube, creators often develop a "digital persona" that’s shaped by the content they produce. As viewers, it’s easy to make assumptions about who they are and how they live their lives. Today, we have the chance to peel back the layers and break down the digital persona behind The Gravity Lab Y…

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72 | Climbing North America's Most Iconic Route Part II w/ Bryce & Evan 1:02:48

1y ago1:02:48

1:02:48

Today, we continue our conversation with Bryce and Evan about their recent successful completion of The Nose on El Cap. If you missed episode 71, I recommend checking it out before continuing here. After listening to their account of what transpired on the wall during those 72 hours, I came to a realization. When we look up at a piece of rock like …

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71 | Climbing North America's Most Iconic Route Part I w/ Bryce & Evan 56:37

1y ago56:37

56:37

I think you would agree that there is arguably no rock formation more infamous than El Cap . With its massive presence in the development of North American climbing, iconic size, and technical challenges, it stands as a beacon for climbers worldwide to test their abilities on a sea of stone. When we start climbing, El Cap is often at the forefront …

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70 | Ordinarily Extraordinary Part II w/ Evan Wisheropp 59:47

1y ago59:47

59:47

Today, we are continuing our conversation with Evan Wisheropp. If you missed part one, I highly recommend checking it out first. It provides a foundation for understanding who Evan is as a climber and how he achieved the objectives we’re discussing today. In this episode, we’ll dive into Evan’s two main passions: desert offwidth splitters and route…

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69 | Ordinarily Extraordinary Part I w/ Evan Wisheropp 41:11

1y ago41:11

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Today, we are sitting down with Evan Wisheropp, a part-time professional photographer with a full-time passion for climbing. Evan's climbing journey began like many of ours—in a gym. From there, he explored various climbing disciplines until he found his true passions: desert offwidths and route development. Off-width climbing, takes Evan to Indian…

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68 | Seven Years of Silence Part II w/ Myles Moser 1:14:46

1y ago1:14:46

1:14:46

Hey everyone, thanks for tuning in and for being a part of The Climbing Majority. Today, we're diving into part two of our conversation with Myles Moser. If you missed part one, I highly recommend going back to the previous episode before continuing. This episode is PACKED with stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat. So I will keep thi…

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67 | Seven Years of Silence Part I w/ Myles Moser 44:26

1y ago44:26

44:26

In today’s world, where social media, technology, and commercialism are at the forefront of our minds, the reasons why we climb can sometimes get a bit confusing. Professional climbers often need an “audience” for brands to market their products to, and climbers everywhere, myself included, share videos and photos of our recent ascents. It makes yo…

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66 | The Sandstone Alpinist Part II w/ James Barrow 1:49:57

1y ago1:49:57

1:49:57

Welcome back to part two of our chat with James Barrow! In our last episode, we heard about James' journey as a climber and what events ultimately lead to his most recent achievement: The Complete Towers of the Virgin Traverse. A link up that covers 20 distinct peaks, and 18.5k of elevation gain over 28 miles. The terrain involves runouts upon runo…

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65 | The Sandstone Alpinist Part I w/ James Barrow 1:00:05

1+ y ago1:00:05

1:00:05

When you hear "Zion National Park," what comes to mind? The Narrows, Moonlight Buttress, and some of the most stunning sandstone cliffs and peaks you’ll ever see, all packed into a canyon visited by over five million people each year. But what about the possibilities beyond the main canyon, beyond the classic hikes and climbs? Today, we’re chatting…

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64 | Get Paid To Make 3D Climbing Maps w/ Martin Mora 59:09

1+ y ago59:09

59:09

What’s up everyone thanks for being here and for being a part of The Climbing Majority. Today we sit down with Martin Mora, co-founder and developer of Red- Point. Red-Point is a new app where you can use interactive 3d maps to explore and get detailed route information on boulders and crags. If you haven't already seen their social posts of their …

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63 | Climbing Isn't Just White People Sh*t w/ Eddie Taylor 1:11:02

1+ y ago1:11:02

1:11:02

In today's ever increasingly polarized world it can be difficult to have challenging conversations. Kyle and I are well aware that the issue of representation in sport is one that does not affect us personally. However we were lucky enough to sit down with all around rad dude, climber extraordinaire and recent new father Eddie Taylor to learn about…

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62 | Mountain Project vs. Open Beta | A Fight For Data Rights w/ Viet Nyguen 57:35

1+ y ago57:35

57:35

Today, we're diving into something that most of us are all familiar with - Mountain Project. It's the guidebook that's always at our fingertips, supported and enriched by our very own community. Yet, as revolutionary as it has been for sharing and discovering climbs, it brings up a few questions that we might easily overlook. Questions like, who ac…

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61 | Injured & Alone in Alaska, a Coach's Journey w/ Scott Johnston 1:17:19

1+ y ago1:17:19

1:17:19

The mountains will try to kill us and yet they have no malice. . They freeze us and yet warm our souls. . They fill our lives with joy and yet have nothing tangible to give. . The mountains deserve our respect. . They require meticulous preparation, mentally, spiritually and physically. Today we are sitting down with a master of preparation. Scott …

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60 | Beyond Climbing Hard w/ Jonathan Siegrist 1:05:14

1+ y ago1:05:14

1:05:14

Have you ever imagined what kinda person you have to be mentally and physically to climb some of the hardest routes in the world? Maybe how that person views themselves and their own accomplishment? Or even how they might view the everyday climber? In this conversation we wanted to move beyond what it's like to climb hard. What are the lessons of a…

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59 | The Timeless Nature of Climbing Partnerships w/ Bryce Ungersma 1:03:54

1+ y ago1:03:54

1:03:54

Today we are sitting down with my good friend Bryce. Funny enough, I met Bryce before either of us were climbers. We each found climbing separately, but inevitably we roped up and quickly became a great team. Recently, Bryce and I spent a weekend trad climbing in Red Rock Canyon. Despite not climbing together for several years, getting out on the r…

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58 | The Night Bryn Spejcher Fatally Stabbed Her Boyfriend 108 Times w/ Mike Tagg 51:51

1+ y ago51:51

51:51

Warning: this episode contains graphic descriptions of violence that might not be suitable for all audiences, especially children. If you're not in a space to listen to this content, please consider saving this episode for another time. On May 28th of 2018, Chad O’Melia was brutally stabbed to death in his own home by his girlfriend Bryn Spejcher a…

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57 | "Yer Gonna Die" - Elitism In Climbing w/ Landon McDowell 1:10:55

1+ y ago1:10:55

1:10:55

I would argue that our climbing community is mostly open, kind, and understanding. But I am sure we all have our own experiences with people who are not. The silent judgy squad that think they own the crag. The keyboard warrior that spreads hate, judgment, and negativity behind the protection of a screen. Today we sit down with Landon McDowell, a s…

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56 | TCM 2023 Recap 28:01

1+ y ago28:01

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We are celebrating two years of podcasting and taking a look back at the growth and development of the show. We've covered a wide range of topics in the past year including recreational climbers and professional athletes involved in tragic accidents, huge accomplishments, and much more. We are excited to continue exploring new conversations in the …

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55 | Achieving The Impossible..Climbing 5.14 On Gear w/ Mary Eden 1:05:59

1+ y ago1:05:59

1:05:59

Welcome to the last episode of 2023. Thank you so much for being a part of our growing community…It means a lot to Kyle and I that you are here. As climbers we've all seen videos and media depicting near impossible feats of physicality. You've probably seen these videos and thought “I could never accomplish something so hard”. But are these limitat…

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54 | The Seven Volcanic Summit Infinity Loops w/ Jason Hardrath 1:20:55

1+ y ago1:20:55

1:20:55

This podcast is no stranger to traumatic life altering accidents. It is easy to let these events cripple us, and hard to allow them to transform us. Jason Hardrath, PE teacher from Klamath Fall, OR and competitive endurance athlete who’d just qualified for the Ironman 70.3 World Championships. Found himself ejected from a moving vehicle. He suffere…

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53 | From Simul to Stranded at 14,000ft. w/ Ethan Morris and Evan Geller 1:16:10

1+ y ago1:16:10

1:16:10

Teamwork…Communication…and Trust…are all paramount characteristics of a successful climbing partnership. And our safety is based around our own humility, proficiency, and confidence in the mountains…. The perfect balance of all these attributes is a complicated equilibrium to achieve. Today’s story is about what can happen when these pillars start …

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52 | Alone On The Cassin Ridge w/ Nathan Longhurst 1:54:09

2y ago1:54:09

1:54:09

The Mountains test us, and shape us. We cannot lower the mountains. So we must elevate ourselves to their level. We should strive to choose goals in life that will challenge us, test us and that we think are impossible. Only through aiming at the highest peaks we can possibly envision will we truly transcend the suffering of the world to find meani…

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51 | From Battlefields to Mountain Peaks: A Veteran's Journey w/ Austin McCall 1:18:26

2y ago1:18:26

1:18:26

As climbers we are aware of the finality of our actions. The possibility of death is always looming. Paradoxically, knowing this, is what can make us feel so alive. We know our actions have consequences, and only through the mastery of body and emotions can those consequences be mitigated to avoid the finality of death. Our guest today is no strang…

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