"If You Mess Up You'll Die" | Alex Honnold Opens Up!

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Alex Honnold is history’s greatest ever climber in the free solo style, meaning he ascends without a rope or protective equipment of any kind.
In this episode, Alex shares the unique mindset he brings to some of the most incredible human feats ever accomplished. We chat about his family life, how he receives love, and what it was like for Free Solo to win an Oscar for Best Documentary Feature Film - you won’t want to miss this episode!
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0:00 Intro
00:04:32 - The Shift towards Athleticism in Climbing
00:08:40 - Overcoming Fear in Climbing
00:12:59 - Rock Climbing without Anchors
00:17:01 - Chimney Climbing and Technique Tips
00:21:16 - Overcoming the Fear of Failure and Taking Action
00:25:44 - The Seasons of Life
00:29:55 - The Risk Profile of Climbing
00:34:11 - Preparation and Training for Climbing Al Capitan
00:38:28 - Putting in the Work
00:42:42 - The Most Efficient Way to Work on a Route
00:46:54 - The Aftermath of Achieving a Goal
00:51:18 - Touring with Free Solo and Meeting Celebrities
00:55:14 - Loss and Grief in the Climbing Community
00:59:52 - The Hardship of Grief and Loss
01:04:19 - Memories and Love Language
01:08:24 - The Importance of Actions in Relationships
01:12:43 - Understanding Underperformance
01:16:57 - Long-term Vision and Parenting
01:21:09 - Climbing the Unclimbed Rock Wall
01:25:17 - Reflecting on Expeditions and Responsibility
01:29:40 - Living in a Van for 12 Years
01:34:05 - "Go Big"
01:38:39 - Definition of Greatness
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