Best Dave Baird Podcasts (2025)

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S5 Ep4: Adam Buxton: The ups and downs of memoir writing 57:45

2h ago57:45

57:45

First of all, thank you SCRIVENER for sponsoring Season 5! You can try Scrivener free for 30 days. And if you love it, (which you will) you can use the code FAILING and get 20% off, you lucky, lucky duckies. https://www.literatureandlatte.com/ OK... This week, be prepared to have your beautiful, unsullied little brain absolutely stuffed to the brim…

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Ep 1071: Chris Warner - Expedition Climbing Revisited 50:36

9h ago50:36

50:36

Motivational. Sensational. Big adventure. Humanity. Big mountain expeditions with Chris Warner. What amazing accounts of climbing the world's tallest peaks. This revisited episode from 2016 is always fresh. Thanks, Chris for sharing your world with us! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising In…

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Ep12: Boobs on the Run - Motion, Community & Meaning with Mel Warman 1:03:32

5d ago1:03:32

1:03:32

In this episode of The Cowbell, we sit down with the inspiring Mel Warman – founder and CEO of Boobs on the Run and NSW Chair of the Mother’s Day Classic. What started as a simple Facebook post has grown into a powerful movement that's helped over 5,000 women lace up, discover their strength, and find community through running. With a deeply person…

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Ep 1070: Zeb Smith _ Outdoor Business Success 52:37

3d ago52:37

52:37

In this episode of the Adventure Sports Podcast, Curt Linville speaks with Zeb Smith, a consultant specializing in helping adventure outfitters and guides succeed in the outdoor industry. They discuss the challenges faced by small businesses in this sector, particularly in the wake of COVID-19, including rising costs. Zeb shares his journey from CP…

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1069: Jim Baird flashback episode from 2015! 49:11

7d ago49:11

49:11

Jim is still at it! See his YouTube channel, Jim Baird - Adventurer. But in this historic episode, Jim shared what it was like ten years ago to build a platform in the adventure and social media industries. If you like far north adventure, canoeing, snowmobiling, winter camping, and summer whitewater, then this episode is for you. Support this podc…

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Ep11: You Can’t Break Me - Unstoppable Comeback with Rodney "Rocket" Cottam 1:09:23

11d ago1:09:23

1:09:23

Rodney “Rocket” Cottam served as an elite soldier in the Australian Army from 1999 to 2004, involved in high-level operations both at home and abroad. But his military career was cut short after a near-fatal motorbike accident left him with life-changing injuries and led to a medical discharge. After years of intensive rehab, Rodney pivoted into a …

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1068: Utah Canyons Moto Adventure - Curt & Travis 56:28

10d ago56:28

56:28

Adventure changes lives. It equips us to better manage life's challenges. This episode is one part a tribute to how motorcycles were a positive force in Curt's life and the other part a trip report from Curt's and Travis' five day motorcycle adventure offroad in the San Rafael Swell, Utah. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-s…

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S5 Ep3: Lyrical Waxings With Paul Armfield 59:17

15d ago59:17

59:17

We nattered and we caterwauled 'bout lyrics, punk and bands, and we shed a little light upon how melody can expand, and we talked of books and words and how they sometimes change a man, and by the end, our mate Paul Armfield had another couple o' fans. Lyrics. Are they different to poems? Are they an art form all of their very own? Is it best to wr…

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Ep. 1067: Solo Travel Through Asia - Oli France 59:17

15d ago59:17

59:17

In this revisited episode from 2017, Oli France shares stories of his somewhat risky adventures traveling the spine of Asia. Oli graduated in Outdoor Leadership (BA) from the University of Central Lancashire. At the time of this recording, he had traveled to 50 countries, and had climbed mountains in half of those, including the likes of Mont Blanc…

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Ep. 1066: Skiing your First 14er - Matt Leskanic 54:12

18d ago54:12

54:12

Curious about climbing 14ers? What about skiing Chamonix? What about AT skiing? Matt Leskanic, an experienced skier, shares climbing and skiing his first 14er. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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S5 Ep2: C.J. Tudor is back 57:17

22d ago57:17

57:17

Hello. Come here. A little closer. Closer. Don’t be afraid. There. That’s it. I’m going to tell you a story. A story about an author called C.J. Tudor. Who many years ago, waaay way back in season 1, episode 13, joined the Failing Writers Podcast for a harmless little natter. Back when they were just podcasting children, playing down in the basemen…

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Ep10: Running with Purpose, Living with Heart with Charlie Maher 1:18:10

25d ago1:18:10

1:18:10

In this deeply inspiring episode of The Cowbell, we sit down with Charlie Maher, proud Western Arrarnta man, 2010 Indigenous Marathon Project graduate, and now an IMF Ambassador. Charlie’s story isn’t just about running – it’s about resilience, identity, community, and the quiet power of leading by example. Back in 2010, Charlie made history as one…

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S5 Ep1: Jennie Godfrey 1:02:03

29d ago1:02:03

1:02:03

Aaaaaaand we're back. Bet you missed us. Ah come on. Just a little bit? Oh. Well we're here now, so let's make the best of it. Now... let's look at the menu. What's for starters? A delicious breakfast at Bettys Tea Rooms - a proper Yorkshire institution. Then... the very antithesis of failing... Jennie Godfrey and her bestselling debut book: A List…

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Ep. 1065: Ten Year Anniversary and Big Announcements 49:56

1M ago49:56

49:56

In this episode, Mason and Curt reflect on the past decade of the Adventure Sports Podcast, discussing the evolution of podcasting and their personal journeys. They share insights on the importance of adventure, the impact of family and life changes, and the transition to conservation work. Big plans discussed, bringing new energy and perspectives …

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Ep9: From Darkness to Mountains, Miles & Meaning with Thomas Dade 1:10:56

1M ago1:10:56

1:10:56

In this powerful episode of The Cowbell, we sit down with one of Australia's toughest and most authentic ultra-endurance athletes — Thomas Dade @tomdade11. From a young boy battling anorexia and self-doubt to summiting some of the world's highest mountains and conquering some of Australia's most gruelling ultra races, Tom’s story is one of grit, vu…

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Ep8: Running Toward the Light - Miah Noble 54:46

2M ago54:46

54:46

At just 20 years old, Miah Noble @miahrosenoble⁠ is already one of Australia's rising stars in the trail running world — but her journey to the start line has been anything but easy. In this raw and powerful episode, Miah opens up about how she discovered running during the COVID lockdowns and how it became her sanctuary as she navigated anorexia, …

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Anything 4 U - Ep6 - Finished 30:42

2M ago30:42

30:42

Hello Worldwrights, The Failing Writers are now on a little sabbatical, plotting, (or possibly pantsing) the next season of the podcast and maybe... maybe... even writing some stuff? I'd like to think so anyway. In absentia, they've decided to bring you all 6 episodes of Anything 4 U, which some of you may remember being occasionally mentioned on t…

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Ep7: 1,000 Days of Running & A Million-Dollar Mission with Jess Baird Walsh 49:09

2M ago49:09

49:09

In this special episode of The Cowbell Podcast, we celebrate International Women’s Day with an extraordinary guest - Jess Baird Walsh. A mother of three, entrepreneur, and ultra-runner, Jess has been running every single day for nearly 1,000 days. But what started as a personal challenge became something much bigger - a journey of resilience, self-…

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Anything 4 U - Ep5 - Tipped 31:18

2M ago31:18

31:18

Hello Worldwrights, The Failing Writers are now on a little sabbatical, plotting, (or possibly pantsing) the next season of the podcast and maybe... maybe... even writing some stuff? I'd like to think so anyway. In absentia, they've decided to bring you all 6 episodes of Anything 4 U, which some of you may remember being occasionally mentioned on t…

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Anything 4 U - Ep4 - Swabbed 26:40

3M ago26:40

26:40

Hello Worldwrights, The Failing Writers are now on a little sabbatical, plotting, (or possibly pantsing) the next season of the podcast and maybe... maybe... even writing some stuff? I'd like to think so anyway. In absentia, they've decided to bring you all 6 episodes of Anything 4 U, which some of you may remember being occasionally mentioned on t…

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Ep6: The Power of Motion with Emma Rose 55:20

3M ago55:20

55:20

In this episode of The Cowbell, we sit down with the electrifying Emma Rose – psychologist, ultra-runner, and mother – whose journey into running started as a way to heal and evolved into a movement for change. Emma shares how she went from avoiding cross-country races in school to running 180km in a tutu to raise funds for paediatric hospitals. We…

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Anything 4 U - Ep3 - Catered 26:41

3M ago26:41

26:41

Hello Worldwrights, The Failing Writers are now on a little sabbatical, plotting, (or possibly pantsing) the next season of the podcast and maybe... maybe... even writing some stuff? I'd like to think so anyway. In absentia, they've decided to bring you all 6 episodes of Anything 4 U, which some of you may remember being occasionally mentioned on t…

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Ep5: 100km in Scrubs on a Treadmill, Ultra Dogs & The Vet Who Won’t Quit 44:35

3M ago44:35

44:35

What kind of person runs 100km on a treadmill… in scrubs… for charity? Meet Amy Hewitt—a vet, ultra runner, and unstoppable force of nature. In this episode ofThe Cowbell Podcast, Amy shares how she turned endurance running into a mission, raising $12,000 for veterinary mental health and creatingBarking Mad Ultra, Australia’s first ultra where dogs…

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Ep4: Dale’s WTF? What You See Is Not What You Can Achieve – Running Beyond Sight 1:02:52

3M ago1:02:52

1:02:52

In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode of The Cowbell Podcast – Every Day Extraordinary, we sit down with Dale, a low-vision adaptive runner whose story redefines resilience, grit, and the true meaning of endurance. Dale spent 30 years as a [find out from the pod] , never imagining he would one day become a runner. But in January 2023, his w…

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Anything 4 U - Ep2 - Dumped 25:30

4M ago25:30

25:30

Hello Worldwrights, The Failing Writers are now on a little sabbatical, plotting, (or possibly pantsing) the next season of the podcast and maybe... maybe... even writing some stuff? I'd like to think so anyway. In absentia, they've decided to bring you all 6 episodes of Anything 4 U, which some of you may remember being occasionally mentioned on t…

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Ep3: The Cowbell Man: A Beacon of Hope and Achievement 30:08

4M ago30:08

30:08

In this special episode, we introduce our new co-host, Dave Stewart, a voice many of you might already recognise. From energising start lines to celebrating countless finish-line moments, Dave has been a key figure in Australia’s running scene. Join us as we dive into a great chat about his journey, his passion for connecting with runners, and the …

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Anything 4 U - Ep1 - Stripped 28:33

4M ago28:33

28:33

Hello Worldwrights, The Failing Writers are now on a little sabbatical, plotting, (or possibly pantsing) the next season of the podcast and maybe... maybe... even writing some stuff? I'd like to think so anyway. In absentia, they've decided to bring you all 6 episodes of Anything 4 U, which some of you may remember being occasionally mentioned on t…

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S4 Ep27 A Stroll Down Memory Lane 1:05:17

4M ago1:05:17

1:05:17

Hello and happy new year, you lovely lot. Please allow us a moment of self indulgence now, as all three of us bring you a bonus episode looking back on where we were 4 years ago, when we first began this lovely little writing / podcasting project. Because for some inexplicable reason, we've decided to take our first ever episode and provide a kind …

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Honks Postgame: UW Falls in Sun Bowl, Demond Shines 43:56

4M ago43:56

43:56

Dave Softy Mahler, Greg Lewis and Mario Bailey are on Husky Honks Postgame breaking down UW's loss to Louisville in the Sun Bowl but Demond Williams shining and giving lots of excitement for the future.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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S4 Ep26 Flash Fiction Competition Runners Up 2024 35:44

4M ago35:44

35:44

This week we have a look at the rest of our festive flash fiction competition shortlist. Warning: They’re upsettingly good. Any one of them, frankly, could have won. Which must rankle somewhat. Thankfully though, this is the moment they can shine. Here were the winners (Announced last week): Katie Holloway: https://loseyourselfbooks.wordpress.com/ …

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Ep2: From Tragedy to Triumph: Mick Marshall’s Fight Back to Endurance and Life 1:02:20

4M ago1:02:20

1:02:20

In this episode of The Cowbell, we talk to Mick Marshall @mickmarshall_ , an endurance athlete who shares his extraordinary journey of resilience and determination. After a life-altering fall from a wind turbine in 2021 left him with severe injuries, multiple surgeries, chronic pain, and a condition called Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), Mic…

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S4 Ep25 Festive Flash Fiction WINNER 43:08

5M ago43:08

43:08

Winners winners, turkey dinners! Thanks to the absolute legends at SCRIVENER - https://www.literatureandlatte.com/ You can get 20% off a copy by using the code 'failing' until the end of 2024. ORRRR maybe... just maybe... you've already won a copy, and you don’t know it? Well there's only one way to find out isn't there? by listening to this episod…

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Ep1: From WAFL Footballer to Ultramarathoner: A Journey of Resilience After Brain Injury 51:55

5M ago51:55

51:55

In our very first episode of "The Cowbell - Extraordinary Everyday" podcast, we’re honoured to share the remarkable journey of Brendan Verrier, an Endu1 athlete whose resilience and determination inspire us all. Brendan takes us through his transition from playing professional Western Australian Football at the highest level to finding a new passio…

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S4 Ep24 The Lost Art Of Letter Writing 1:18:02

5M ago1:18:02

1:18:02

Don't forget you can still get 20% off SCRIVENER using the code 'failing' until the new year - so do that first before you get side-tracked with all the less-important Christmas stuff. OK. Done that? Great. Now listen to this lovely episode featuring the wonderful Amy Daughters talking about how hand written letters can help bring people together. …

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S4 Ep23 Resuscitating The Subject of English (pt2) 1:03:53

5M ago1:03:53

1:03:53

Time to finish our letter to Bridget Phillipson, and once again thank the incredible teachers we spoke to, and the pupils for their fabulous creative writing. And hey, thank yourself too! Whether you like it or not, you're now part of our powerful army of activists, who are going to help bring about a U-turn in reading and writing! Let's start toda…

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Ep. 1064: Silk Road Mountain Race - Alden Roth 1:04:15

5M ago1:04:15

1:04:15

In August of 2024, Alden raced in the Silk Road Mountain Race, a 1,200-mile, unsupported bikepacking race in Kyrgyzstan. With nearly 100,000ft of elevation gain, it's often touted as the toughest bike race in the world. A crash on Alden's 14th day of racing put him out of the general classification, but he was able to fix his bike and complete the …

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Husky Honks on Loss to Oregon, Season Reflections, 2025 Season 15:19

5M ago15:19

15:19

The Husky Honks - Dave Softy Mahler, Mario Bailey, and Greg Lewis, get together to discuss the loss to Oregon last weekend, reflect on the 2024 season and Jedd Fisch’s first year on Montlake, looking ahead to the roster in 2025, and what’s ahead for Jedd.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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S4 Ep22 Resuscitating The Subject of English (pt1) 37:41

5M ago37:41

37:41

"Thank goodness for the Failing Writers." A phrase you've no doubt overheard people say quite a lot over the years. At bus stops. Maybe in libraries? At the off licence? No? Not even the off license? Oh. Anyway - not to worry - this week you're ALMOST CERTAIN to hear it, as Jon and Tom slip their pants on over their tights and become SAVIOURS OF TH…

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Honks Postgame , Huskies Lose to The Oregon Ducks 57:32

5M ago57:32

57:32

Softy and Greg Lewis give their instant reaction to the UW Huskies losing on the road to the Oregon Ducks. The fellas also answer phone calls from listeners, and talk about the future of the program, but at least the Huskies got a bowl game!By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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Ep. 1063: 99 Words: Building a Better Life - Curt Linville 1:10:20

6M ago1:10:20

1:10:20

Curt Linville is an adventure lover, backpacker, fly fisher, skier, proud co-founder of the Adventure Sports Podcast, and now a published author. Curt recently wrote and released 99 Words - Building a Better Life, a book about grabbing hold of life and to craft it into an adventure worth living. 99 Words is a tool kit meant to empower those who are…

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Husky Honks on Oregon and UW’s QB Decision: Softy & Dick 11-26 Hour 2 35:31

6M ago35:31

35:31

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Mario Bailey and Greg Lewis for The Husky Honks as the guys look ahead to this Saturday’s Oregon game, including the QB decision for UW, facing Jabbar Muhammad, the Dan Lanning effect, and route to a win.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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S4 Ep21: Henry Normal & Performing Poetry 43:53

6M ago43:53

43:53

If Tom & Jon wrote poems ‘spose it will be assumed They won’t be as good as Henry’s Normal service will be resumed. In this episode, we meet up with Henry Normal: poet, writer of famous sit-coms, TV producer and poetry festival founder, and have a blummin’ lovely natter. (After we did that - we watched him perform all his lovely poems, so effortles…

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Honks Postgame , Huskies Defeat UCLA 31:34

6M ago31:34

31:34

The Huskies handle business at home and punch their ticket to a bowl appearance! Softy, Greg Lewis and Mario Bailey react to the win and take a few callers!By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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Husky Honks on Penn St Loss, UCLA Next: Softy & Dick 11-12 Hour 2 36:34

6M ago36:34

36:34

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Mario Bailey and Greg Lewis for The Husky Honks as the guys discuss UW’s loss to Penn State, the state of NIL for UW and in college athletics, the starting quarterback situation and UCLA coming up on Saturday.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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Honks Postgame , Huskies Fall to Penn State 36:15

6M ago36:15

36:15

The Boys are back and break down a tough loss on the road to Penn State as the Huskies are looking to make a Bowl appearance.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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Husky Honks on USC Win, Penn State: Softy & Dick 11-5 Hour 2 35:21

6M ago35:21

35:21

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Mario Bailey and Greg Lewis for The Husky Honks as the guys discuss the win over USC last weekend and the tough road test this Saturday at Penn St.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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S4 Ep 20: The Failing Writers Festive Flash Fiction Competition 36:35

6M ago36:35

36:35

Sorry? Did you just say you'd love to enter an almost free* festive flash fiction competition to win £500? I thought you did! Well as coincidence would have it, that is exactly what we've got going on in this very episode. So step this way, my cheeky little word-purveyor, and cast your well oiled ears at our glorious 350 word Flash Fiction Competit…

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Honks Postgame USC 46:23

6M ago46:23

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Softy, Greg Lewis & Mario Bailey react to a thriller over on Montlake as the Huskies defeat the USC Trojans! The trio discuss the win, and open up the phone lines as the team improves to 5-4 as they near an opportunity to play in a Bowl game!By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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Ep. 1062: Backpacking Across the Country of Georgia - Revisited - Alexandre Bilodeau Desbiens 1:00:22

6M ago1:00:22

1:00:22

Originally published July 5, 2021 Oftentimes the best adventures are not in the most well-known places or in the most dramatic of sceneries. Hidden gems of adventure are all around us. In fact, as we say on this show, adventure is anywhere you are. Alexandre had his sights set on Turkey, a country he had longed to visit. Little did he know, the adj…

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Ep. 1061: Circumnavigate the US by Bike & Kayak - Revisited - Renata Chlumska 1:07:06

6M ago1:07:06

1:07:06

Originally published July 25, 2022 Renata is a legendary Czech-born adventurer and mountaineer. She was the first Swedish and Czech woman to climb Mount Everest and was listed in Outside Magazine as one of the world’s “25 adventure goddesses." In 2005, after the death of her partner, Göran Kropp (also a well-known adventurer), she embarked on what …

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