In this episode, Ben speaks with one of the most formidable mountaineers of his generation, Kenton Cool, who has scaled Mount Everest an astonishing 18 times.
Kenton discusses how a traumatic brain injury led to acquired neurodivergence, the impact of altitude on cognitive function, and what drives him to conquer the world's highest peak.
0:00 Introduction
1:38 Kenton Cool's Neurodivergent Brain Today
2:48 Why Ben Climbed Ben Nevis Barefoot
6:52 Preparing To Climb Mount Everest
11:48 Kenton Cool's Childhood
16:03 The History & Future Of Mount Everest
19:51 Kenton Cool's Climbing Accident
23:23 Kenton Cool's Acquired Neurodivergent Disorder
30:45 Staying Focused On Mount Everest
38:40 Kenton Cool's Neurodivergent Brain
42:50 What Kenton Does When He's Not On Everest
46:24 How Kenton Cool Recognises His Acquired Neurodivergent Disorder
51:24 Kenton Cool's Neurodivergent Item
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On "The Hidden 20%," host Ben Branson chats with neurodivergent [ADHD, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tourette's etc.] creatives, entrepreneurs, and experts to see how great minds.. think differently.
Host: Ben Branson
Producer: Bella Neale
Video Editor: James Scriven
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Music: Jackson Greenberg
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