Dr. Jon Kedrowski, an adventure coach and expert mountaineer with a PhD in Environmental Geography, shares thrilling tales from his four Everest summits. He discusses the life-altering experiences of confronting nature's fury, including a near-miss with lightning and the chaos of the 2015 earthquake. Jon also dives into financing outdoor adventures creatively and emphasizes the importance of mental and physical training to succeed on climbs like Everest. His insights showcase resilience and preparation as essentials for adventurers.

Dr. Jon Kedrowski, mountaineer coach and founder of Dr. Jon's Adventures, joins the host to share the gripping tale of their training and expedition to the summit of Mt. Everest. They discuss braving storms, narrowly escaping an avalanche, and the physical and mental hurdles they confronted. They also explore topics like saving money, avoiding complacency, and picking the right ambitions. The podcast delves into the challenges of sleeping at high altitude, the dangers of mountain climbing, and the impact of video games on personal growth. Tune in for a journey of self-discovery and resilience.