Alex Honnold on Free Climbing in Guyana and Studying Frogs

Taken from JRE #1626 w/Alex Honnold:
open.spotify.com/episode/3Rpr...

[@mrbeans2425]

"Fear and Excitement are such similar emotions, if you can trick your brain into feeling Fear as Excitement, you will never be afraid of anything" Alex Honnold

[@davideruggiero8811]

That’s an amazing quote

[@nonedone2887]

Yea my brain keep doing the opposite

[@haleyridenour4098]

@@nonedone2887 😂😂

[@2sickjay]

Exactly what I did when I went skydiving. The day of my jump, I woke up with excitement and hype . I was blasting music while I went to pick up my friend . We kept that energy of “I’m ready, letssss goooooo!!” . So since I kept that excitement turned on , there was no room for fear to creep into me . When I we began flying up, and they opened the door, it got soooo loud and it intimidated me so I had to reintroduce the hyper energy to myself by screaming “Letsssss gooooo!!” Similar to a football game locker room before a championship ! And that gave me the courage to jump with complete excitement and confidence

[@mrbeans2425]

@@2sickjay yeah. It's so true too. If you can think ba k to a time when you've felt both. They are exactly the same initial feeling. The shock of excitement and the shock of fear are identical.

[@tclass99]

Everyone else in the world: “OMG this is crazy... I might actually die here!” Alex: “It wasn’t ideal”.

[@herlockholme7321]

LMAO 🤣🤣🤣

[@samking3875]

Hahahahahaha....his threshold for risk is insane hey

[@SlayNorway]

it litteraly just wasnt ideal. nothing more nothing less.

[@LlibertarianGalt]

I remember watching his documentary and a lot of people he knew have died doing what he's doing and he's one mistake away from dying everytime hes on these mountains with no safety ropes. Definitely someone here for a good time not a long time!

[@SLAYERSWINE1]

😂

[@thegroovetube3247]

Not just an exceptional climber, he's also an exceptional communicator

[@truesight91]

First one must find the god within to be exceptional in all ways. Once you find god/self all that you do becomes exceptional.

[@DeezNuts9813]

​@@R.S.G879that's like saying you don't exist

[@LDK447]

@@truesight91 "I think the religion thing is kinda retarded" - Alex Honnold

[@Kevs442]

I never realized Alex was so knowledgeable on geology, but it makes sense to be at his level of climbing!

[@DonovanHaumpy]

A rock climber that doesn't study rocks. Are you slow 😂

[@TheMrsomedude456]

@@DonovanHaumpy You can't even use punctuation correctly, ironic.

[@babyfood9537]

@@TheMrsomedude456 what was incorrect in his punctuation? Genuinely interested.

[@ItsNessaTho]

@@babyfood9537 He was only missing a question mark I'm pretty sure.

[@austinl5158]

I know more than him

[@raisedonAMradio]

Honnold is a truly extraordinary human being.

[@fabiansandoval6132]

Yeah but kinda dumb that he doenst know about the Olmecs 🤦

[@IAintTheDaddyMaury]

@@fabiansandoval6132 how is that dumb? It’s not common knowledge

[@willcherry4243]

@@fabiansandoval6132 Not dumb at all wtf you’re acting like it’s compulsory knowledge for everyone

[@shivambawa4118]

@@fabiansandoval6132 wtf are the olmecs is that an oatmeal?

[@masheda87]

@@fabiansandoval6132 can you free climb?

[@jayjones9225]

This kid’s thirst for adventure is inspiring. Courage+confidence without an ego is a great combination

[@Andrew20pp]

@@phillipoliverholtz9226 idk guy, maybe he's older than him. Ya never know.

[@beattrixkiddo2725]

@@phillipoliverholtz9226 eh, you’re just projecting.

[@joshv5376]

It's what growing up sucks out of you, somehow this man hasn't been jaded.. or maybe he has been so bad? Who knows.

[@joshv5376]

@@phillipoliverholtz9226 dana white calls everyone kid so maybe you got a point lulz.

[@cockoffgewgle4993]

Inspiring = idiotic. And the only reason to do it is ego.

[@davidbatey1932]

Credit to Joe for actually letting Alex talk and be himself, I’ve seen far too many interviews with him where the interviewer makes it all about them and clearly have no interest in Alex or his incredible feats ..He’s a legend

[@paulx873]

Thats true most of the interviewers i Saw just invented him to have a sensatiin on thier show with out having any clue of what he does or beeing interested in it

[@Ravenzero-oz7sf]

Like the Jimmy kimmel one!

[@andrewdavidson4595]

Joe is so good at letting interviews go "Long Form". It's such a breath of fresh air to see guests be allowed to speak and direct the conversation/story.

[@thezeek2745]

Not usually. He usually cuts people off and makes it about him. Here he was good though

[@cshepard09]

@@thezeek2745 he really doesn't tho... I haven't seen one example of Joe intentional interrupting someone. It's always out of innocent excitement or just trying to maintain a conversation. In my experience its only woke left-wingers who accuse him of this

[@quantumxfluxmd6821]

One of the baddest guys on the planet! I have an infinite amount of respect for him. I'm not particularly religious, but I'm praying for his safety in his future climbs.

[@nic8671]

Alex: Scientific explanation of how rocks form. Joe: It just looks so cool!

[@evannewman8381]

Well... It does!

[@starrlife]

I fucking love this dude. Such a cool guy!

[@SLAYERSWINE1]

Joe Rogan: "So these frogs, if I lick one, will I get a DMT high going on?"

[@lucasdesiqueira9528]

I was reading when he Said "so these frogs..." and laughed so hard xD

[@yosefmac3786]

That’s crazy cuz me too

[@yosefmac3786]

And as I as realizing that I glanced at your comment and laughed even harder .. wild sequence of events just now lol

[@Ccthomas-ks1hn]

This guy is incredibly well spoken and intelligent. I wouldn't imagine that he would be given he camps out in the wild and climbs most of his time. He's very interesting

[@tamie341]

Lol the people that do those things are MORE likely to be intelligent and well spoken than most city dwelling imbeciles 😂😂😂

[@dillon6280]

what? i dont think ive ever seen a person doing that stuff that was dumb and ill spoken

[@Ccthomas-ks1hn]

Because of what I said 2 years ago. He doesn’t spend his time being social and prefers to be climbing fucking mountains and living away from civilization. Very easy to comprehend where I was coming from.

[@DylanHarringtons]

LOL @@Ccthomas-ks1hn

[@EverTruu]

@@Ccthomas-ks1hnyou might not be too intelligent

[@dombond6515]

Dude Alex is an American Legend. Let's continue to send this guy showing off the best of what we have to offer

[@brimster-valorantaggressiv3419]

He's more pumped in here, still good Alex vibes, he was a little too mellow before

[@ThisMusicIsToogood]

I think of him more of a World Legend, or legend of the world if you will.

[@Pantheonslayer]

This guy performed the single greatest athletic human accomplishment in the history of our planet when he free soloed el cap, badass!!

[@rafox66]

@Forrest Mcgee Well if you're going to look at it like that he is actually a Sacramentan legend because he's from Sacramento. He is considered a legend world wide so why not call him that? it sounds more impressive than just American legend.

[@DoubleA73]

@@Pantheonslayer there are other impressive free solos, they just don't have a movie to showcase them

[@abhishekkunchikor8003]

There's no one like him, not one soul. Truly exceptional

[@djaysyn777]

He goes poopoo just like you relax 💩💩

[@duxvu9873]

Marc-André Leclerc

[@jason300c1]

I really love that he said that, 8 minutes in Alex just said, "it's just a cool part of earth".. its something really cool to step back and be able to look at the thousands of years that have past and be able to pick up and appreciate a few of the small little things that have changed or stood out.

[@elmoblatch9787]

That would be millions of years.

[@OriqinLCinema]

@@elmoblatch9787 literally some of the oldest rock formations on the Earth, Roraima is 2 billion years old

[@dunkelhaus]

Is that really such a big deal?

[@OriqinLCinema]

@@dunkelhaus what is?

[@collinharris4848]

​@@dunkelhaus yes, appreciating the little things that aren't super easy to pick up on is a skill and makes life more enjoyable. Give it a try first

[@billythedreamer]

Joe really held himself back on talking about ancient civilizations and super structures hahaha. Love him.

[@Clamynash51]

I knew it immediatly when jamie pulld out the picture hahaha Joe is a sweetheart

[@rlall473]

Born and raised in Guyana 🇬🇾, thanks for bringing this Kool stuff to the media.

[@TSP3NC3]

One of the greatest athletes to ever exist. Boggles the mind

[@nightlyboot4888]

“Climbing the bastard stepbrother next to it.” 😂😂😂

[@dprfail]

that's not funny, i'm a bastard stepbrother

[@rainbowGZUS7]

@@dprfail lmao same

[@herlockholme7321]

LMAO 🤣

[@herlockholme7321]

It's funny because I'm also a step brother lol

[@ashish_sunny]

That was a good one.

[@Football__Junkie]

I liked those 3 hour clips we used to have

[@trancejunky93no3heroin5]

I remember

[@tushargrover2010]

you can watch it on spotify for free

[@jmpayne333]

Alex is so matter of fact and enthusiastic at the same time. Even if you hate climbing, he still can make it interesting.

[@OutSkirtz]

Man, guess I gotta turn on Spotify once this year. Alex is incredible. Can’t miss that episode

[@240lifestyle]

It’s crazy that I went to the same high school as him. Graduated in 2014 from Mira Loma and I remember some of the teacher talking about him climbing. It’s so cool to see him on Rogan!

[@juanito3821]

Cool story

[@alexwitteried3893]

Alex Honnold is my favorite person to ever be on JRE

[@francescoschettino5726]

Joe is running out of ideas because he cant bring controversial guests on

[@2gay4u]

mine is David Choe

[@ARPat2000]

@@2gay4u same David Choe's stories were so great,I wanna hear more Congo stories

[@mariamartins367]

@@francescoschettino5726 i'm'surprised he didn't bring Graham effing Hancock, yet.

[@francescoschettino5726]

@@mariamartins367 hancock is a quack He was slaughtered in the debate they did years ago and he can’t come on again haha He kept screaming “ Not my Problem”

[@markrichardson4520]

This is the most Hansel thing ever, “I spent a month free climbing in Guyana looking for rare frogs”

[@davidrewit]

AHAHAH !!!!

[@mixmastermike1021]

That Hansel, he's so hot right now

[@christopherrocha6438]

Lmao

[@Dragonballzdeep1455]

Omg this comment made my day. Well done sir!

[@justuscoetzee8104]

"UP" is my 2nd favourite movie of all time. Heartfelt and courageous. Inspirational Alex!

[@dennispugh7368]

By far the most intense, nail biting documentary I've ever seen in my life!

[@pjnice]

Anyone else unconsciously removed jre from their routine when they went to spotify? The algorithm literally stopped recommending these to me

[@mattb6646]

I quit looking for them.

[@UncleRicoOSU]

What an incredible life he lives. Such a fascinating individual

[@pfvidz]

Most I’ve seen Alex talk 👏 gave Joe an ear full of life!

[@andrewl4018]

It’s so awesome when we get to watch JRE on KZbin

[@xcodydoe]

I'm a Guyanese and a huge Joe Rogan fan. Feels great seeing my country's name in the title of a vid on JRE ❤🇬🇾

[@adelishernandez1525]

And I’m Venezuelan and you can imagine how I felt wen I saw the Auyan Tepui with a Guyana title, it only exist in Venezuela, it’s not part of Brazil nor Guyana. But I guess no everybody knows that lol.

[@cgonzalezr]

Sadly for you, is only the name, because they are talking about Venezuela

[@alexbaum2204]

Just watched this film the other night. I’ve been fascinated with the Tepui of Venezuela, Brazil, Guyana, Suriname, and even some of their smaller cousins in Colombia for a really long time. Just a completely unique and beautiful part of the planet. Seen tons of photos, watched as many documentaries as I could find over the years. This film did not disappoint in the slightest (although I would have loved it were longer). The footage is perhaps the most beautiful I’ve ever seen caught on film. I think they brought an expert drone videographer with them specifically for getting the shots they did. Utterly superlative. It really sucks that it’s only on Disney +, but if you have the means, do yourself a favor and watch. It’s as beautiful as it gets.

[@IamDoge]

What's the name of the documentary?

[@protipskiptoendofvideoandr286]

@@IamDoge free solo

[@raynermeneses4802]

I went to angels falls as a child in Venezuela and if I can say it’s a different world in the world might sound odd but it’s the only way I could explain it I wish my country gets better so I can visit one more time!!!!

[@Snowonecares]

@@protipskiptoendofvideoandr286 the documentary he is referring to with the frogs is a Nat Geo documentary called “The Last Tepui” it’s a beautiful documentary that includes Alex Honnold in it. But it is primarily about this amazing biologist in the latter years of his life and research as he is being assisted by Alex and some of the crew from “Free Solo”, in order to complete one last trip to the Tepui’s before he passes. I found it deeply powerful.

[@Snowonecares]

@@IamDogethis interview is in reference to Nat Geo’s “The Last Tepui”. I left a mini description on a comment in this thread. I think it’s a must watch.

[@josefranciscorodriguezvall4954]

I’m pretty sure Alex got to climb the tepuy called Kukenán, which is just north of Roraima. It’s one of the most dangerous tepuys to climb since the route is not as defined as Roraima’s, concluding on a lot of casualties during climbing trips on it. On another note, the frogs he probably got to study are very tiny ones which are totally black. You get to see them once you’re on the summit of Roraima. They’re incredibly beautiful! Happy Venezuelan that got to meet such a mind blowing wonder. Proud of my country.

[@katjamlinar9500]

This I could listen to for hours!!!! So interesting! This is how to live a life, exploring, full senses on.

[@mave734]

Ahhh just watched Free Solo for the first time last week! Perfect timing for this interview i love this dude lmfaoo.

[@cosmicninja6924]

I’ll be sad if he falls one of these days. Super nice guy.

[@MrSladej]

Yeah not looking forward to the comments after something like that hopefully doesn’t happen.

[@jbclaytor]

David Llama would agree.

[@jbclaytor]

David Llama used safety ropes, and while he was a different kind of climber, on paper, he was a more accomplished climber imo. RIP David

[@zerker121]

@@SteveTheCanadian he is a free solo climber so he doesn’t use rope. Hence why I consider his free solo of el cap to be one of the greatest sports achievement of all time. The mental part of 4h or something constantly facing death is just beyond me.

[@kye4216]

@@SteveTheCanadian no free soloing is no ropes at all

[@jordanzdebski5132]

Joe wanted to hear so badly from Alex that these formations were of alien origin

[@MindBlown720]

😂😂

[@sergiocoutinho806]

Joe 10 seconds after Alex leaves the room: Jaime pull up alien connection to rock formations in South America

[@sebastianc2077]

@@sergiocoutinho806 lmao 🤣

[@user-ir8er1bh4q]

Does he actualy believ it? Alex explained well how this stone was formed. I mean, it literaly had millions years or even one billion year of time to be formed by wind and rain. Alex does not seem like the guy that would be invited to such a talk show btw He is this nature loving guy that likes to live a bit isolated, enjoying his life and freedom

[@stevenhorvath9921]

Alex is a climbing wonder to me! Just amazing what he can hold on to.

[@jopo7996]

Watching clips of Alex is like only getting the Cliffsnotes.

[@bravoechonovember1510]

Haha class

[@Awesometrousers]

And ending on a cliffhanger

[@SomethingFunny454]

Well, you already know he didn't fall

[@matthewsierra3404]

@@Awesometrousers you just couldn’t help yourself could you? Lol

[@ps2beck]

Well played.

[@LandoTech]

Plot twist, after climbing the mountain Alex found no frogs to Study, till David Blaine regurgitated one

[@Rippypoo]

Eew. That would be kool, actually!

[@loquatmuncher]

And the regurgitated frog was gay.

[@ireland11211]

why was this the funniest shit ive seen in months LMAOO

[@christopherjones3614]

😂😂😂🇨🇦

[@LandoTech]

@@christopherjones3614 🇨🇦

[@taylorbranson7790]

This is the most eye opening 12 minutes I’ve ever heard. Amazing story.

[@livingminimumwage6359]

About time Joe got Alex on the podcast! I love when they get outdoors sports people on here. They always have the craziest stories. I wish Joe would bring on long distance hikers too. Those dudes go pretty hard.

[@pkingsdead]

Alex Honnold has been on the podcast at least twice before.

[@jamestaylor7593]

This is his third time.

[@tclass99]

Alex, David Goggins and Courtney de Walter are 3 of my favourite Rogan eps. Just crazy stuff.

[@quinnrivera5075]

I just watched The Alpinist last night. This guy was in it. But it was about a guy named LeClerc. It made me nauseous just watching what these guys do. It’s incredible. They are all a different breed. They live incredible lives . Stay safe and good luck. It’s not for me but in a way I admire what you guys do. They live more in one day than most men live in a lifetime.

[@williambennett7033]

I just watched that what a show he's the same caliber as Alex for sure but didn't get the recognition he deserved when he was alive

[@Dmh1983]

Alex was so conversational this time. Much less nervous maybe? Whatever the case, fantastic listening to him.

[@justicegraves7472]

Joe - Please bring back full episodes on KZbin. I like the video aspect of the podcast. Sincerely, all of your fans.

[@rubenlibra2352]

Man this was amazing to watch and listen to. I love it.

[@viz]

life is beautiful

[@bowserhoudini5588]

My hands and feet are sweating just from listening to this

[@0vrhl]

Nothing will ever faze this man, he is molded by so much pressure

[@nia.d3356]

3:15 thats how you be a good interviewer right there , you see your guest get excited to talk about something and you postively confirm you wanna hear them expand on it!

[@gabesoto6280]

Mt Roraima and Angel Falls in Venezuela are my biggest bucket list items.

[@Plant_Parenthood]

I'd love to see a field of heliamphora in the wild!

[@bmphil3400]

I've been on the river in that area but not to the mountains.....I have been in the Rupununni .....it is where savannah and jungle meet. Did jungle survival there with an SAS guy and the Makushi Indians.....I love that place.

[@xtscarfacem8255]

This guy is unique, even amongst other climbers.

[@richbeck152]

Rogan, this is your best interview by far this guy is so amazing and humble he lives he's life to the fullest!!

[@kevinmatthew1050]

I could listen to Alex talk all day.

[@DukeofPanAfricanism]

As a Guyanese, I really loved this episode

[@alexandrabelloso2176]

But he was talking abut Venezuela tho..

[@nastycanastas1548]

@@alexandrabelloso2176 well that´s the Venezuelan esequibo not Guayana.

[@kirkjohnson9353]

Of course Joe would be an expert on a culture that revered gigantic sculpted heads.

[@greed136]

It's really amazing to watch alex climb he gives goosebumps with every step he takes

[@mattslev]

The tepuis are incredible. I summited and camped for a few days on top of Mt Roraima many years ago while traveling in Venezuela. Spectacular and surreal place, almost feels like you’re on another planet.

[@Kennyblankenshipp_]

Shouldve asked him why frogs are turning gay.

[@Rippypoo]

Are they? I’ll have to look that up. Maybe they’re in the process of changing sex to even things out more. I think I’ve heard of frogs doing that. I know that some fish do it. That’s just wild. Pun intended.

[@shadow.banned]

the chemicals in the water, man Sadly... he's got a point. We should be researching it.

[@Turk_2023]

It's not really gay, it is making them change sex's.... But it is pharmaceuticals in the water. Alex Jones was 100% right and was just quoting an article he read.

[@Killspec]

@@Turk_2023 naw its super gay dude.

[@Mr-E.]

@@Killspec Are they Frags instead of Frogs now?

[@jacklangley861]

This guy is fascinating on every level.

[@collinharris4848]

A phenomenal athlete but also a well-spoken scholar. This guy is great

[@RideBikes_Walkplaces]

What a brilliant conversation.

[@mickmack8999]

Alex can hold my attention just with the enthusiasm he has for the stuff he talks about , I just hope he doesn’t go early on some solo climb ,most people that push the limits do , that’s probably why i find him so interesting, his complete casual attitude to things that terrify me just watching it through the tv never mind actually doing it , I really hope he’s the exception to the rule, but then on the other hand I’m giving an opinion on KZbin and Alex is sat on a pod cast talking about another adventure 🤔

[@ScottDePanfilis]

Proof that the continents were once joined together is mind blowing

[@otisjacksonjunior9795]

Thanks for the clip. I don't use Spotify and never will. Alex is the man.

[@jasonck9635]

I admire Alex so much , it must take a certain level of focus and control to do what he does , im afraid of heights , I love watching mountain climbers , but I couldn’t do it personally !

[@macooza184]

Alex is one of the coolest dudes ever

[@ciaranfpv]

This guy is so inspiring.

[@gem-mint-cardscom]

this young man an extraordinary human being.

[@amccutcheon1988]

That's badass he is using his climbing skills to explore in the name of science.

[@willrichardson6680]

Wasn't expecting to hear these two discussing natural history and faunal distributions. I dig it

[@pepper508]

yes he’s back !

[@janbudin5900]

He is a mirror to our fears that he has on the lowest possible frequency. I used to free climb, ropes, couple of times on very easy spots without, but the level of calm and presence this guy have is watching the scariest wall straight in its eyes and bargaining the deal

[@mikeramahi9885]

Joes soo excited about the shape of those cliffs. Mike was like "so back to the story bro" omg love Joe

[@mikeramahi9885]

"Theyre just sooo beautifulll" "Okay ya so back to the story" "Hold on Al, jamie pull that up..." lmao

[@Rippypoo]

I could probably listen to Alex talk about nature and geology and wildlife all day long. Having some wine and a blunt at the same time would be nice, too.

[@dannielrb]

So much of this went over Rogan's head. "You know Gondwana?" "No? But are you sure that's not man made?"

[@Thingsdonechangd]

@Jake Goodnight perfect example of how they are the same thing

[@5days61]

@Jake Goodnight Joe is dumb

[@kiphood8145]

Man this guy is my hero. I couldn’t imagine climbing the shit he does. Bravo 👏 man. Totally crazy rock climbing

[@manofculture448]

This is exactly what I've been waiting for

[@kurtschaaf2165]

Literally starting watching free solo and stuff about Alex 2 days ago haha

[@grownmantravelstristanlowe6723]

I’m part Guyanese and every year I think about visiting my fathers home country....maybe 2022. In the meantime I’m attempting my first Himalayan summit - Island Peak at 20, 000 ft. October here we come ⏰🙏

[@alexbaum2204]

What’s remarkable about that peak is that it’s so much shorter than the rest of the mountains there. You literally start with the repel before you begin climbing.

[@rangv733]

Guyanese, your nationality is french then?

[@vaportrail226]

Good luck

[@Nick-un8zm]

@@rangv733 No their are like 3 different guyana's in south america the one he is talking about which I am currently at right now is inhabited by mostly east indian decent s and African decent s it's a really weird country because it's basically the only place in south america where they're indians and africans but they speak english and also the Amarindians

[@Bmrk349]

@@Nick-un8zm 6 ethic groups in total

[@milderaddiction8865]

What a unique guy. Crazy intelligent and just has zero nerves. Like he’s on a huge podcast and just completely relaxed and comfortable

[@Quivver77]

Alex never got to tell us the cool part of his story because Joe the Gorilla was fascinated by a wind and rain eroded mountain.

[@rico8089]

#Qivver and Rogen keeps cutting him off and disagreeing with Alex. Ungracious host this episode

[@jackstraw6880]

Alex handled this conversation very well, exactly how a great Elementry School teacher would handle the hyperactive kid in the stupid class…

[@me.1475]

Joe wouldnt stop competing to be the funny guy and the cooler guy it was shameful. he kept trying to teach Alex stuff that he clearly didnt have any business talking about and he wouldnt give Alex his credit due. Odd and bizarre ego failure on Joes part ...not shocked though

[@rhone81]

Joe kept trying to hawk his shitty vitamins and CBD. Alex wasn't interested and Joe was getting pissy as a result.

[@siambloom496]

Pay attention

[@arkhamknight6371]

His free climbing is insane,I'm almost shaking watching him

[@zu1582]

Do more people like this guy 🤟🏽

[@markoscar9634]

Respect from Guyana🇬🇾

[@HoosierHacker]

Wow this was mind blowing. Loved this.

[@davidhunternyc1]

I discovered Alex Honnold a couple of weeks ago so I watched "Free Solo." Like everyone else, I was stupefied. I couldn't stop getting him out of mind I hoped that he was still alive. I know, call me morbid, but free climbing seems like a glass half empty. It was great to find out that Alex is married to Sandi McCandless and living in Vegas too. I wonder if they still have that cheap refrigerator in their kitchen. That was funny. Then I found this video here. Not only is Alex Honnold a brilliant climber and a naturalist but I was also surprised by how brilliant he is. It's amazing that he spent 10 hours a day in a hammock up in the clouds reading books about Guyana. Alex is very articulate and curious about the world around him. People are just amazing. You've got Elon Musk on one hand and Alex Honnold on the other. Both men are so different from each other and yet both are from the same species? We are blessed.

[@MFKaradayiEnglish]

Alex identifies himself as autistic. Most likely Asperger. Ignorant people think he is awkward, weird or just crazy. But he just happens to be a very brilliant and determined person with a narrowed center of interests and this amazing ability to catch up on the theory and the knowledge very fast (comparing to the average man). All this coupled with the discipline needed to master the physical part of his interests. There are very few autistic athletes at this level. You'll most likely find aspergers in science and academia. One of them is the GOAT football player Leo Messi who also has many characteristics of an autistic person.

[@davidhunternyc1]

@@MFKaradayiEnglish Thank you for your reply. I did not know any of this about Alex. How do you describe someone who free solos El Capitan? Whenever I think about Alex's feat I can't feel the edge of my skin. I too would describe Alex as crazy but, like everyone else that was there on that day, crazy is defined as equal parts brilliance, terror, and awe. Asperger's helps to explain Alex's uniqueness but it fails to convey his angelic touch to the natural world around him.

[@petespencer-smith5059]

How the hell has Joe Rogan never heard of Angel Falls?

[@justynamaria0333]

He is so extremely knowledgeable

[@Coreysnightout]

Finally a good one, thanks to alex

[@mcm2366]

😂 Joe is literally an Olmec Head 😂

[@vaportrail226]

Steroids!

[@deepblueseeds5563]

There are incredible species of plants on top of the tepuis that have evolved to look almost as some sort of alien species after being isolated way up there for millions of years. They are literally massive cliffs rising into the clouds, they were once believed to be unexplored lost worlds and some were only accessible after helicopters were made.

[@jasonchin3924]

Yes!!! I’ve been waiting for honald to be on the podcast

[@vivekpetrolhead]

Going to watch the whole thing right now

[@dollebrobug629]

Look at Alex fingers thick af and hands like tennis rackets 😂 He got that grip grip

[@comfortablynumb9342]

Rock climber..

[@replynotificationsdisabled]

He probably only weighs like 130, so that helps.

[@comfortablynumb9342]

@@replynotificationsdisabled that definitely helps.

[@pnisdump3174]

You trynna see dat BH grip loll

[@inigomontoya8943]

Dude’s Jiu jitsu is insane

[@mrinal3281]

Alex's Friend: Hey you going on Rogan? can u plug my movie? Alex: You got it!!!!

[@rmtsdelight3773]

Alex is very interesting and I could listen to him for hours!

[@jorgeclarkson4639]

I can't stop looking at Alex like he's in Star Trek in this