Jesse Grupper, 27-year-old Olympian, shares his unique climbing approach in a nomadic lifestyle. Topics include optimistic training, turning around bouldering, balancing work with Olympic prep, and soft robotics applications.

Natalia Grossman, a trailblazing competitive climber and 10-time World Cup gold medalist, joins Jesse Grupper, a professional climber and engineer, to share their insights on handling the immense pressure of expectations. They discuss the balance between personal growth and the competitive nature of their sport as they prepare for the Paris Olympics. Both guests reflect on their journeys from self-doubt to rediscovering the joy in climbing, emphasizing resilience and the importance of community support over mere competition results.

Jesse Grupper, a talented climber, shares his training regimen and positivity. Topics include injury recovery, balancing climbing with engineering, and advocating for change in the climbing community. He discusses mindset, training dynamics, and the importance of setting personal limits for success.