Alain Robert
French urban climber known as the 'French Spider-Man', famed for free soloing difficult rock routes and for illegally climbing many of the world's tallest skyscrapers, often resulting in arrests.
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Jan 9, 2026 • 43min
Alain Robert: The French Spiderman
Join Alain Robert, the 'French Spider-Man' and a legendary urban climber, as he shares exhilarating tales from his life of free soloing world-famous skyscrapers. Discover how he transitioned from climbing challenging rock routes to scaling buildings, often illegally, and the thrilling stories behind his 170+ arrests. Alain reflects on the mental focus needed while climbing, his battles with injuries, and the adrenaline rush of climbing in front of live crowds. His daring adventures continue to inspire climbers and thrill-seekers alike!
Jun 14, 2023 • 45min
#68 — La vie au bout des bras, avec Alain Robert
Alain Robert, le célèbre 'French Spiderman', parle de sa passion pour l'escalade en solo intégral, une discipline à haut risque. Il partage son parcours fascinant, de son enfance timide à ses ascensions historiques. Son accident en 1982 a failli lui coûter la vie, mais sa rééducation radicale a révélé sa résilience. Alain explique comment le risque lui permet de se sentir vivant et évoque des moments critiques, notamment sa conquête de la voie 'Pol Pot'. Une exploration palpitante de la liberté et de l'adrénaline!
