Ageless Athlete - Stories and Secrets of Adventure Sports Icons Kush Khandelwal

“The mountain always show you how far you can go, and how far you are allowed to go, because biggest success will be always not to reach the summit, to come back alive from expedition.”🏔️ 🌟💪🏾Thomas Huber, a legendary alpinist and one half of the iconic Huber brothers is a prolific first ascensionist over of the world’s most formidable big walls, including the Ogre, Cerro Torre, and the elusive Latok 1. He’s also made his mark on Yosemite Valley, where he and his brother Alex became part of th...

I've been reading Matt Samet's climbing and adventure writing since I started climbing myself in 2004 and am thrilled to be able to bring Matt to the show! Matt shares his journey of nearly four decades in the climbing world, offering insights into his experiences and the lessons he's learned along the way. From his perspective on climbing journalism to his honest discussion about overcoming addiction, Matt's story is one of courage, passion, and balance. Whether you're a climber or simply so...

Fred Pompermayer is the visionary behind some of the most breathtaking big wave surfing photos you've ever seen. 🏄‍♂️From a landlocked town in Brazil to the world's most iconic waves, Fred's journey is as riveting as the images he captures. In this rare interview, Fred opens up about selling his bicycle at 12 to buy his first surfboard 🚲🏄‍♂️, sneaking university cameras for beach trips 🎓📷, leaving architecture school to chase his California dream 🏠➡️🌴, and transforming a childhood obsession i...

"I see something in you. Don't make a fool out of me." 👀💪 This powerful statement from Kris Hampton's probation officer had a profound impact on him, demonstrating the power of belief and accountability. From his home amidst the Rockies in Lander, WY, musician, artist, and climber Kris, shares his remarkable journey from a tough upbringing to finding solace and purpose in climbing, all while defying odds and setting impressive climbing goals. - Kris's inspiring path to climbi...

"Forget the "long slow rot" of aging! 🙅‍♀️ Juliet Starrett, a world-champion whitewater rafter turned fitness advocate, is on a mission to empower us all to build durable bodies that can handle life’s adventures – at any age!Juliet unpacks her powerful "Base Camp" philosophy: reminding us that even lifelong athletes need to remember to sheerproof the basics. I loved her wisdom on weaving in practices into our daily cycles without expensive gizmos, going to yoga classes, or making time for a f...

"It's not about being the star that day or catching the biggest wave. It's just, that's the one you remember and you carry all your life." 🏄🏽‍♂️🌊What does it take to live a life in pursuit of waves for over 6 decades? Today's guest, Gary Linden, has been doing just that - riding everything from 2-foot rollers to 50-foot behemoths around the globe since the age of 12.Gary was one of the first true surfing nomads, traveling to remote regions and living amongst local cultures from Brazil to Japa...