Extreme Origins

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Extreme Origins is a conversation-driven podcast that dives beneath the surface of adventure. Beyond the splashy Instagram shots, we uncover the stories behind them, exploring how top athletes, guides, and adventurers got their start, the moments that defined their journeys, and the gear that made a difference along the way.

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  1. 12.12.2025

    Episode 4: Conrad Anker

    Legendary climber Conrad Anker joins host Kevin Bourque (Founder of OuterU) for a rare, deeply human conversation that goes beyond summits, records, and risk. Conrad reflects on three failed attempts on Meru, surviving a heart attack at 20,000 feet, why mentorship matters more than achievement, and how wisdom comes from turning back when the mountain says “not today.” He opens up about grief, leadership in the outdoors, environmental stewardship, the responsibility climbers hold when sharing sacred landscapes, and why courage is something we pass forward — not prove. Whether you ski, climb, or simply love wild places, this episode is a reminder that the goal isn’t the summit. It’s the life we get to keep climbing for.

  2. 15.11.2025

    Episode 3: Kimber Cross

    In this episode of Extreme Origins, Kevin sits down with Kimber Cross; adaptive alpinist, ice climber, educator, and advocate for inclusion in the outdoors. Kimber shares how she balances her dual life as a kindergarten teacher and elite climber, becoming the first adaptive lead climber for The Mountaineers. From navigating the challenges of climbing with a prosthetic to mentoring the next generation of outdoor athletes, Kimber’s story embodies grit, grace, and the mantra she lives by: “Can’t. Will. Did.” Hear how Kimber turned setbacks into innovation, how teaching five-year-olds informs her mountain mindset, and why perseverance, on the wall or in life, matters more than perfection.

  3. 19.10.2025

    Episode 2: Chris Davenport

    From the icy slopes of New Hampshire to the summit of Everest, legendary skier Chris Davenport shares how focus, curiosity, and pure stoke shaped his path from racer to world-class mountain guide. A candid conversation on risk, reinvention, and finding joy in every turn.

  4. 14.09.2025

    Episode 1: Monet Izabeth

    In this episode of Extreme Origins, Kevin, founder of OuterU, sits down with adventurer and filmmaker Monet Izabeth as she prepares for a solo expedition to the South Pole. Monet shares the unlikely beginning of her journey, a Facebook message about her great-uncle’s WWII plane crash in Kenya, and how that life-changing expedition sparked a passion for extreme challenges. From tire-pull training to crossing Greenland, she opens up about the physical and mental battles, the gear she depends on, and the awe that keeps her moving forward. Along the way, Monet reflects on solitude, resilience, alter egos, and why she’s willing to trade comfort for clarity in some of the harshest environments on Earth.

    Episode 1: Monet Izabeth
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Extreme Origins is a conversation-driven podcast that dives beneath the surface of adventure. Beyond the splashy Instagram shots, we uncover the stories behind them, exploring how top athletes, guides, and adventurers got their start, the moments that defined their journeys, and the gear that made a difference along the way.

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  • Erstellt von
    OuterU
  • Jahre aktiv
    2025
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    4
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