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E153: Using danger for clicks, Aidan's hardest climb of the season and Sam forgets his shoes

The Careless Talk Climbing Podcast

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The Psychology of Risk in Climbing

This chapter explores the impactful role of media and peer dynamics on climbers' behavior and their approach to risk-taking. It examines the motivations behind climbers' decisions to engage in dangerous feats, weighing personal satisfaction against public spectacle. The discussion highlights the intricate relationship between risk, motivation, and achievement within the climbing community.

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