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[ Culture ]
The Japanese Art of Waterfall Climbing
When was the last time you had your breath taken away by the natural world? For Sawanobari climbers, these moments are all around them as they scale Japan’s magnificent waterfalls and experience the raw power of some of nature’s most beautiful features, in a whole new way!
15 minutes
Bringing Bangladesh to the Top of the World
By Erin Murphy
Climbing to the highest peak of every continent is no small feat. So what does it take for a person to conquer the Seven Summits? For Wasfia Nazreen, it began with a mission to put her country on the map and fight for the empowerment of women.
40 minutes
[ Saturdays Around the World ]
Life Lessons from Asia’s Forgotten Mountain
Trying to summit Hkakabo Razi, the tallest mountain in Southeast Asia, was a monumental adventure. Here’s the incredible story with a few life lessons for all of us along the way!
24 minutes
[ Culture ]
Everest: Still a Peak Experience?
By Dr. Lynda
Mt. Everest! Considered the pinnacle of physical achievement. It’s a breathtaking place, both literally and figuratively, but it can also teach us a thing or two about how we formulate our goals. Take a look…
9 minutes
[ Culture ]
Concrete Jungle Climbing, with Alex Honnold
Remember when you could imagine life as a superhero; Spiderman for instance? Alex Honnold, the world’s best solo free-climber, never let that dream fade, and now he lives it.
12 minutes
[ Business ]
Tower Climbing: Celebrating Safety
By Dr. Lynda
Is there such a thing as “safe” tower climbing? Well,.. there’s that and a lot more we never dreamed of! Take a look. That is,.. Look if you can!
34 minutes
[ Happiness & Hope ]
No Safety Net
By Dr. Lynda
Here’s a quiet young man and friends, with a passion you won’t believe! Today’s story will expand your idea of what’s possible for us too!