Best Thought Umbrella Podcasts (2024)

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#178 MAFS s17 e07 - A Honeymoon Rockier Than the Mountains 34:17

10h ago34:17

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Lauren & Orion are at odds with each other and also debate on who's "in it more" in terms of the relationship. Emily and Brennan get deeper and discuss religion and how they were raised and how they want their future kid(s) raised. On the flipside, Austin does NOT want to talk about religion or anything deep on the matter which makes Becca feel rej…

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Miss Me... 1:00:53

1h ago1:00:53

1:00:53

SEASON FINALE OF DEAR... When was the last time you attended a funeral or a celebration of life service? Over the years, I've found myself in those seats many times. I wish I could say it gets easier each time, but unfortunately, it doesn’t. During these moments, I often reflect on what I could have or should have said. I know I’m not alone in feel…

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E112: Alex Puccio - Talking rocks, comps and impending motherhood with one of the all time greats of the game 2:40:34

2h ago2:40:34

2:40:34

We were excited to be joined by one of the greats this week. Alex Puccio was a staple in world cup finals for many years, and has also climbed some incredibly hard outdoor boulders. Known to be one of the strongest people on the scene we had a bunch of questions for Alex and we covered a huge amount of ground so we hope you enjoy! If you're enjoyin…

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Dear Shelly, 51:45

1d ago51:45

51:45

Think about marriage for a moment. Who is a could that you know that has been married the longest. Three days ago my wife Elizabeth and I just celebrated our 23rd wedding anniversary. My guest today is Kyle Jetsel. Kyle shares losing his wife of 30 years felt like the world stopped spinning for Kyle—a void that seemed impossible to fill. The silenc…

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E111: Clem Lechap - Projecting tactics, team psyche and Smart Boards 2:02:46

36m ago2:02:46

2:02:46

This week we're joined by Clem Lechaptois! Clem is a phenomenally well accomplished boulderer with 8C+ ascents to his name. We chatted to him about his tactics when choosing projects, how he selects boulders with contrasting styles to supplement his training, the team environments that are most conducive to sending and much more. Clem has a company…

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Dear Mom, 48:02

8d ago48:02

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What is something that you absolutely, can't stand? I tried once making a list. If you were to make a list where would grief fall in the rankings? My guest today is Chelsea Ohlemiller. She wrote this brand new book called "Now That She's Gone". Chelsea is here to share her story about grief. Grief is profoundly challenging to cope with because it e…

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E110 - Aidan & Sam - The final Olympic wrap-up and ridiculous rambles 1:30:10

2d ago1:30:10

1:30:10

Just us this week with our reactions to the Boulder/Lead Olympic finals, if you're interested in our pre-comp predictions or our reactions to the semi-finals then those are both up as Patroon bonus episodes on the Patreon. We also end with 30 minutes of triple distilled idiocy for those who are sick of talking about the Olympics. If you're enjoying…

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Dear Memories, 45:35

6d ago45:35

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Where were you on July 20, 1984? That was the day The movie "The NeverEnding Story" was released in the United States. My guest today is Nancy Bruscher. Nancy believes wholeheartedly in the fact that there is power in your story. The power of remembering and sharing your story lies in the profound connection it fosters between individuals and gener…

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E109: Matt Fultz - Sending multiple 8C+s, coaching, tactics and self-doubt 2:24:18

15d ago2:24:18

2:24:18

Big hitter Matt Fultz joins us this week. Matt's climbing resume speaks for itself, he's near the very top of the list when it comes to sending 8C+ boulders. He's achieved a huge amount and yet still it was fascinating to hear that he is not immune to the same moments of self doubt that the rest of us experience. Matt's a great guy and it was a ple…

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Dupre: Ryan's Last Name, Enjoy Your Stay, Austin's Favorite, Rhyme and Reason, 1-800-Suede, Touring As Well 1:08:11

24d ago1:08:11

1:08:11

Blending harmonies of neo-soul music with distorted hip-hop drums and 808s, 25 year-old music producer Ryan Dupre has developed a unique sound that transcends genres, while ultimately finding its roots in hip-hop. Since moving to Austin, Texas in 2020, Dupre has grown a deep passion for bringing out the greatest in the ever-growing hip-hop communit…

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Dear Umbrella, 56:47

24d ago56:47

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Do you love the story of Winnie the Pooh? My favorite part is the image of Winnie the Pooh and Christopher Robin walking with an umbrella is a powerful depiction of companionship and support. My guest today is Noah Asher. Noah talks about how as they stroll together, the umbrella shields them from the unpredictable elements, symbolizing the protect…

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E108: Molly Thompson-Smith - Qualifying and preparing for The Olympics! 1:33:26

13d ago1:33:26

1:33:26

Molly has been through a hell of a lot since we last spoke! In that time she has successfully gone through the Olympic Qualifying Series and has booked her place at Paris 2024! We catch up about the hard work and mental pressure it took to get her there as well as what life is like for a member of Team GB. Really cool to be able to get a moment in …

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ShapeShift, Changing Form, Q Tip, Ominous, RapPad Legend, Meme Rap, Producer 1:09:42

20d ago1:09:42

1:09:42

This is the interview of a dream. He's 29. 14 years in the industry. RapPad legendary. Producer. Rapper. Antisocial. Makes underground Hip Hop songs and instrumentals. He's everything you'd love and more. He's ShapeShift. We are talking about how he started, topics he raps about, the processes of writing and mixing, future projects, year updates, 1…

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Dear Miscarriage, 43:01

21d ago43:01

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When was the last time you heard the phrase "I know how you feel" My guest today is Cate Purvis. Cate is here to share how she found the strength to get through her miscarriages. Miscarriage is a profoundly difficult experience for women to navigate alone due to the intense emotional, physical, and psychological toll it takes. The grief and sense o…

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E107: Kyra Condie - Olympics, mindset and the supremacy of dank board training 2:01:21

1M ago2:01:21

2:01:21

A fellow podcast host and forever an Olympian, Kyra joins us and gives insights into her rather British-board-style training roots, her rock trips amidst busy seasons, her preparations for the Olympic games and her process for managing the psychological repercussions. Note: We take no responsibility for any subsequent competition retirement announc…

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Dear Law Enforcement, 47:11

1M ago47:11

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Take a moment and think about your worst day. Perhaps it was the day you dumped coffee all over yourself right before you walked into work? Maybe it was the day your baby pooped all over your brand-new pants? Or maybe it was a very sad day when a loved one died? All these examples seem dire and even awful. Did your worst day involve your job? I bel…

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E106: Ben Bransby - Getting stronger in your 40s, ticking Stanage and making duct tape hold umbrellas 2:22:01

27d ago2:22:01

2:22:01

Legend of British Climbing Ben Bransby joins us on the pod this week! Ben is definitely not someone to blow his own trumpet but he has climbed very hard in trad, sport in boulder over the years. He's also put up some incredible first ascents, gone on winter expeditions and even competed! He's done it all so we thought we'd ramble on about some of i…

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Dreamrr, Martin Luther King Jr. Once Said and This Artist Carried 1:04:04

30d ago1:04:04

1:04:04

Dreamrr (El-Captain, Aloof) Is an artist from Los Angeles, CA. Known for his deep voice, instrumental versatility, comedic lines and smooth delivery. He strives to fuse the genre that he is captivated by (Trap) with his musical influences (Neo-Soul, Jazz & Blues). He calls this fusion “Neo-Trap” or “Trap-Blues”. Damaged Goods Inc Head honcho Member…

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Dear Ladies 40:03

1M ago40:03

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When is it okay to be angry at God? Is there ever a time you have found yourself in that spot? My guest today is Julie Sunne. You would like by Julie's name that never rains or Julie has never had a bad day. We all know that is completely preposterous. Recovering from five miscarriages and four live births involves a multifaceted approach addressin…

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E105: Sam & Aidan's Eras tour, genetics, asymmetrical edge controversies and grasshoppers 1:43:13

2M ago1:43:13

1:43:13

A true ramble pod this week bordering on the irreverent in the opening 20 minutes but we do calm down and have a proper discussion eventually! Amongst some wildly off-topic rambles we chat about climbing genetics and we eventually get to the main topic of the podcast which was to attempt to choose which decade of climbing we would have most liked t…

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Yung N.U.: Troublemaker, Musician, Podcaster, Sports Guy, Opposite of One-Trick Pony 1:13:54

1M ago1:13:54

1:13:54

Indio, CA. Co-host of Creative Collective. Host of 'End Zone Emcees' podcast. Yung N.U. has a lot on his plate. He embodies moving from sports to music. He's a college graduate as well. He's grown and developed within himself, his business, creations, and himself. This episode highlights his music journey, how it started, his artist-networking busi…

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Dear Dad, 49:14

2M ago49:14

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Who is the hardest person to believe and trust? My guest today is Tim Stearns. I am guessing his name isn't jumping out to you? Oh wait, wasn't he in that movie "My Blue Heaven" that great 1990 film? Fun fact he was. Sort of...Tim is here to read his letter to Bob his Step-Father that became so much more. Having an earthly father provides invaluabl…

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E104: Tom Herbert- Supplements, fueling and nutrition tips from an elite climbing nutritionist 2:38:32

1M ago2:38:32

2:38:32

Tom is back! Tom is a nutritionist that has worked extensively with climbers from all across the grade spectrum. He has a huge wealth of knowledge with all things nutrition but he also has a gift for cutting through the sciencey mumbo-jumbo and offering well simplified and usable advice. We cover a bunch of topics relating to body composition, how …

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Solokips, It's Solo Season and We Need An Umbrella 1:17:18

2M ago1:17:18

1:17:18

It's not soloskips. It's not solar eclipse. IT'S SOLOKIPS. Get it right. This interview is packed with the meaning of 'Solokips': the complete lore, ELEMENT - single, Anarchy - EP, year goals, collaborations, music production, personal and business life balance, past experiences, music update in regard to Ireland, rap culture, and his relationship …

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Dear Teenagers, 45:50

2M ago45:50

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How do you create a safe space for young people in your life? My guest today is Keri Cooper, LCSW NBCCH. Keri specializes in Holistic Therapy for Teens and Adolescents. Most of us know this right? Teenagers today often struggle to find a safe space to express their thoughts and feelings, a challenge exacerbated by societal pressures, social media s…

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E103: Sean Bailey - Cutting edge climbing, comps and grading 2:04:35

2M ago2:04:35

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This week we were really excited to be joined by Sean Bailey! Sean is one of the world's best climbers. He is right at the cutting edge in both bouldering and sport climbing. We didn't go much into any of that though! We had a general chat about the state of climbing, including comps, grading and media. Definitely one of our 'we do chats not interv…

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bADD KarmaL, Sol For Sale and He's Selling Cement As Well 1:01:45

2M ago1:01:45

1:01:45

He's been on this show 3 times. He lives in New York. He's done music and looking for featurs. We are talking about his new album, S0L 4 Sale, Hey Cement (2 Decades of Bullshit), year goals, thoughts on current music, point of view, and life updates. This is bADD KarmaL. Learn it, memorize it, love it. Link to music and socials: https://linktr.ee/b…

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Dear Sean, 37:23

2M ago37:23

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What do you think about having a brother? The great value in having a brother lies in the unique and irreplaceable bond that offers a blend of companionship, support and shared history. My guest today is David Hollenbach. David shares, a brother often serves as a lifelong friend, confidant, and ally, providing a sense of security and belonging. Thi…

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E102: Ethan Pringle - Projecting, motivation, passion and social media rambles 2:27:29

2M ago2:27:29

2:27:29

Could a guest be much better suited to our favourite topics and recurring themes throughout the pod history? Ethan enthusiastically joins us on our tangents and rambles into psychology, Newtonian physics and other topics we don't know enough about to be qualified to give an opinion on. But fear not, we get some questions in from time to time and Et…

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JBT-JD (JustBossTalkJD), Lost and Scared To Love But Then He Was Found In Thoughts 1:01:03

2M ago1:01:03

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HipHop, Trap and R&B Artist Joshua Desmond (JBT-JD), 23, Guysborough/Antigonish area. Joshua's presence in the music scene was apparent from a young age when he helped write and perform on his local church youth gospel album, “God Is Love”. His early inspirations along with gospel music, were RnB, and Hip-Hop. He began to emerge in the Hip-Hop musi…

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Dear Gina, 45:04

3M ago45:04

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What do you do when facing something hard? Do you run from it or charge after the challenge ahead of you? Today my guest is Erin Whalen. Erin shares a very vulnerable letter and the thought process behind writing it. Writing a letter to someone when it's tough can feel like navigating a maze of emotions, each turn laden with the weight of unspoken …

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E101: Aidan & Sam - Chalk, Nocturnal Climbing and Swiss Bats 1:15:16

2M ago1:15:16

1:15:16

We're going back in time to the halcyon days of a couple of months ago this week! An episode we recorded and then forgot about! Shockingly the climbing world hasn't moved on unrecognisably in two months so it's all still relevant. We chatted about climbing at night, Sam's time in Font and ideal chalk strategies. Hope you enjoy, there's a longer ver…

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jerrard, The Houston Native That Started It All And Still Did It 1:04:47

3M ago1:04:47

1:04:47

jerrard is a thought provoking artist raised outta Houston who's music is based on self awareness and growth. rooted in hip hop and soul, jerrard uses vulnerability mixed with wordplay to allow listeners to really connect with his spirit and personal growth. We are starting Season 4 right. Topics tonight include, Sittin Sideways - single, Here's wh…

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Dear Friends, 44:09

3M ago44:09

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What comes to mind when you hear or read Africa? Is it that great 80's classic by "Toto" It's gonna take a lot to drag me away from you There's nothing that a hundred men or more could ever do I bless the rains down in Africa. Or is it the people? My guest today is Aron Boesl, who has a calling to the people of Africa. Aron has a powerful reason wh…

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E100: Steven Dimmitt - Podcasting, training and changing perspectives 2:46:42

3M ago2:46:42

2:46:42

This week we're joined by a voice you'll probably recognise! Steven Dimmitt, the host of The Nugget joins us to chat about podcasting as well as his personal climbing and we all ramble on about our personal climbing philosophies and what motivates us. We get to hear how being the host of a successful climbing podcast has changed Steven's relationsh…

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Dear Next Generation, 45:29

3M ago45:29

45:29

Have you ever seen a US Flag draped over a coffin? Have you seen the Service personnel fold this flag? I believe this is still one of the most impactful moments of my life, watching this take place is powerful, and emotional. Who is this "next generation" to answer this call to defend and perhaps die for this country? My guest today is Don Mann. Do…

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E99: The Magic Wood Special with Thomas Saluz and James O'Neil 1:44:26

3M ago1:44:26

1:44:26

Something a little different this week as instead of focusing on a climber we're focusing on a crag! Magic Wood is one of the most famous climbing destinations in the world. It's seen development from too many icons to name over the years and has been incredibly popular for many years. With such popularity has come some challenges though. The crag …

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Dear Northern Light, 42:50

3M ago42:50

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When you think of the Northern Lights what comes to mind? My guest today is Amber Fuhriman. Amber writes a letter to her dad and shares why he made such an impact on her life. The Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis, paint the Arctic skies with a mesmerizing dance of vibrant colors. This celestial spectacle, resulting from charged pa…

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E98: Greg Chapman - Guidebook writing, boulder development, crag preservation and The Lake District 1:53:32

3M ago1:53:32

1:53:32

The author of the Lake District (Aidan's home area) boulder guide, Greg Chapman joins us this week. We have a wide ranging discussion covering lots of things that relate to the writing of guidebooks and developing boulders. This episode is a little more esoteric than most as a lot of the conversations pertain to the Lake District but I think it mos…

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Dear Grandpa, 45:34

4M ago45:34

45:34

Where were you in 1985? The Judds were singing about an amazing Grandpa. "Grandpa Tell me 'bout the good old days Sometimes it feels like This world's gone crazy". My guest today is Matthew Thomas. Matt is in law enforcement. Matt's bond with his grandfather, a veteran of World War II, was profound and enduring. Through stories of courage and sacri…

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E97: Aidan & Sam - Moral conundrums, building a Frankenstein climber and trip updates 1:54:01

3M ago1:54:01

1:54:01

Aidan and I this week chatting about a bunch of stuff. I'm in Magic Wood and Aidan is in Finland so we chat about that. If we could build the best climber in the world using attributes from existing climbers, who would we use? If you're enjoying the podcast and would like to hear the extended edition of this podcast then do check out our Patreon pa…

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Dear Dads & Moms, 46:08

4M ago46:08

46:08

What are the best two words in the English language? I believe the best two words are "next time". My guest today is Lee Ann Mancini. Lee Ann believes, that parents who choose not to raise their children in the Christian faith may miss out on its rich tapestry of values, traditions, and community. Christianity provides a moral compass and a purpose…

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E96: Sébastien Berthe - Big Walls, Boats and Bouldering Challenges 1:39:40

3M ago1:39:40

1:39:40

No pies are safe from Seb's fingers! Sébastien is an incredibly accomplished climber. He's climbed at an elite level across a range of climbing disciplines and he's doing it all in an eco friendly way. In the episode we talk about his recent mission to climb 100 font 7As in a day, sailing the Atlantic to climb the Dawn Wall, free climbing the nose …

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Dear Carter & Adia, 16:42

4M ago16:42

16:42

When was the last time you received a handwritten letter in the mail? The act of writing a letter holds a profound power, transcending the limitations of time and space to forge connections and express sentiments with unmatched sincerity. In a world inundated with fleeting digital communications, a handwritten or thoughtfully composed letter bears …

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E95: Sam & Aidan are talking CASH! 1:34:19

3M ago1:34:19

1:34:19

In this episode, amongst other things, we're pondering about the remuneration for top climbers. Are they being exploited? Are they underpaid? Should they just be grateful to be able to climb for a living and accept that they can't expect to be set up for the future? We dive in, in a roundabout sort of way... If you're enjoying the podcast and would…

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Season Finale | Trading Kryptonite For A Cape 42:42

4M ago42:42

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What is something you would never trade? My guest today is Trading Kryptonite for a cape is akin to exchanging weakness for strength, vulnerability for invincibility. Kryptonite, the infamous Achilles' heel of the legendary superhero, Superman, represents limitations and vulnerabilities. In contrast, a cape symbolizes power, freedom, and the abilit…

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E94: Ashima Shiraishi - Rediscovering passion in climbing 1:50:26

4M ago1:50:26

1:50:26

The great Ashima Shiraishi joined us for a chat this week! Ashima has been on the climbing scene in a big way for what feels like forever, but somehow she's still in her early twenties! Ashima broke many records on her way through the grading scale as a young climber which culminated in her climbing V15 at just 14 years old! She has also competed o…

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Red Eye Announcement 41:38

4M ago41:38

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Imagine just for a second that old familiar sound of the chime, announcing an announcement from the pilot you're just about to drift to sleep, and then all of a sudden you're welcome to an announcement. I have also heard it said change cannot happen overnight, but if I could? What if you could get on a plane go to sleep and wake up a new person in …

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E93: Emil Abrahamsson - Grappling with the Big Island, gripping with strongmen and grafting with YouTube 2:04:10

4M ago2:04:10

2:04:10

This week we were excited to be joined by Emil Abrahamsson! You probably know Emil from his exploits on YouTube, his sends of hard rock climbs and perhaps from his competition days as well. He's an accomplished climber both inside and outside but he's also a really lovely and super psyched guy with a nice optimistic take on lots of things around cl…

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2nd Seat 46:39

5M ago46:39

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There are no points for second place! Being the second seems to have a negative connotation. How does it feel to be in the second seat? Yet, within this role lies the invaluable lesson that failure is a remarkable teacher. Each attempt serves as a stepping stone towards mastery, with each setback offering a wealth of insight and experience. Embraci…

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