Yvon Chouinard: Founding Patagonia & Living Simply

[@bluecircleofsquares]

this is one of the most important Men

[@ivankinsman4829]

I would rate him one of the leading environmental activists on this planet who is showing other companies what they need to do to be environmentally and socially responsible.

[@aljazfilej]

what a brilliant man. sad that I only discover about this gentleman now, while I constantly read about useless politicians, influencers, pop stars, etc. in the media. why do not people like this get more media space so they could influence others to do better. this is how leaders should look like, not clowns in charge in most countries and corporations today.

[@kyvss]

politics make sure that people like this dont have the patience or know how to go about slithering in a political environment.

[@galagalago]

it's a great honor to be able to hear from the man himself and I really hope a lot of people are watching this

[@dannyhughes9874]

This should be essential viewing for everyone, especially those in or contemplating Business as a business.

[@rafasoria9144]

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[@stevenalmond4180]

So much repsect for this guy and his principles. I certainly try to follow his message.

[@MaxExpatr]

I met Yvon 3 times in the 70s when I a climber. He was one of the worlds top climbers yet he treated me as an equal. Class act in every way. Vaya con Dios.

[@AlbertoSalas]

I enjoyed this interview so much! @Yvon Chouinard you inspire me!! I found myself trying to become an entrepreneur and you inspire me to start doing the right thing right at the beginning of my process! Thanks! You're a great man with a great company!

[@TylerJLocke-be8zc]

Wow. Loved it. Of course he is a Bernie supporter, when you are this cool, you cant not be. Love this dude. A true American hero and totally inspiring.

[@frankblangeard8865]

He was giving advice to Hillary also 21:24.

[@deonfenbauercomments3990]

A shame is what he is ! Using the name of patagonia! You think we as patagonias are happy with all the fucking trash you american tourists leave all over Argentina and chile! Una verguenza es lo que so chouinard!

[@unboxmuseumm]

deonfenbauer comments please explain more? I'm from the UK

[@akapoka8732]

@@deonfenbauercomments3990 Really? Has his company caused this? Please let me know I’m interested in hearing more.

[@maywong3352]

We need more people like Yvon Chouinard . Thank you for preserving and saving our planet! We appreciate it soooo much! I formerly worked with Doug Tompkins back at Esprit de Corp and I feel so blessed to have known such an amazing person. :-)

[@fredlifsitz7411]

Phenomenal discussion. One of the most profoundly moving and inspiring you’ve presented. Thank you.

[@aytchdelacruz7332]

Wow! This is a businessman I will happily respect. I'm not into mountain climbing, surfing or any adventure, that's why I'm learning about him only now. I'm learning a lot from him. Love his wisdom, work philosophy and ethical business practices.

[@kyvss]

what about a romantical adventure?

[@junomaranan1101]

Mr Yvon Chouinard: The Golden Standard for entrepreneurship. In the midst of an ocean of suit-clad, limousined, manicured, rehearsed CEO's/entrepreneurs, this great man is as authentic as you can be. A product of industriousness who lives his life according to his own terms while paying tremendous respect to his fellowman/woman, earth, & nature. The epitome of true wealth!

[@marzialanfranchi8403]

I have a deep respect and admiration for you.

[@davidtate166]

I love Patagonia stuff..treat me well.fine clothing for the mountains trails ect .a wonderful full life ..live long .

[@Barrrt]

I'm only at 20 minutes but this is such a lovely video. There's a simplicity here that's nurturing. The consensus vs compromise concept is blowing my mind.

[@jennykirchner9989]

be a conscience consumer to change the supply chain, thanks for sharing such wisdom. wow

[@JordanLOL]

Jenny Kirchner I think he showed that you'll have more of an impact owning your own business and controlling the supply chain, than being a consumer.

[@tech_45]

He is such an inspiration and his book let my people go surfing is one of my top 5 favorite books of all time.

[@maxmoovin]

This is a hero to the environment, the coolest 'dirtbag' I've discovered. My closet is chock full of his products since the late 90s. America and the world knows this man was never motivated by money, only exploration, experiences. Blessed in the greatest of ways.

[@ikelewis678]

What a fantastic interview. Thank you!

[@michaelwoodsmccausland5633]

I have been following your thread since 1961

[@davidharris1562]

Brilliant, took me ages to get the book in the U.K. managed to get a used copy from the States a few year’s ago........the world needs more CEO’s like Mr Chournard

[@alansolomon5527]

Great video. Environmentally conscious and nature derived throughout. Definitely for me. I see exciting frontiers and great, green, positive things on their near horizon. Gives me the ability to think green and sustainable which is how I already think. I want to work for him.

[@bix3622]

He seems like such a nice genuine person

[@JacksonHonor]

Great man! I just enjoyed it to listen to him and his advices

[@daniadejonghe4980]

He is a model of what business SHOULD be.

[@robdel2058]

Beacons of light, Kris, Doug and Yvon

[@heatherchristiansen8149]

Rose Marcario and Yvone have stayed true to life, real life-" thats success"

[@danieletrombin]

So much respect for Yvon Chouinard and what he has generated with Patagonia. I believe that the world should have more people like you and Tom, instead of those frustrated Mc-Donald-Trump kinda of guys. Thank you very much for spreading your knowledge sir. Greetings from Italy

[@b.b.finsclara4656]

WOOOW i have bought Patagonia for several decades and wasn't aware of the degree of awesomeness of this company....i knew they had high environmental principles....yet not to this extent i am perplexed.....mesmerized....it is admirable....how proud he (Mr.Yvon Chouinard), must feel....what a person!!! I feel so sad i have not done much more effort to be an environmental consumer....at the very least.....it is inspiring

[@robynsutherland7020]

Really inspiring. Heard Corporate Rebels talking about Yvon and Patagonia 2 weeks ago.

[@DonateFootballKits]

To be truly radical is to make hope possible rather than despair convincing” ― Raymond Williams

[@mareikesommer2436]

♥️

[@ConanXin]

伊万·乔伊纳德（Yvon Chouinard ）: 创立巴塔哥尼亚（Patagonia）和简单生活 伊万·乔伊纳德（Yvon Chouinard ）是一位传奇的登山者、冲浪者和环保主义者。他也是一位不情愿的企业家，创立了巴塔哥尼亚（Patagonia），这是世界上最受尊敬的生态和社会意识的公司之一。

[@videogamesare1]

Love it. That dog food line was hilarious

[@TristynButler]

Very thought provoking!

[@linfongyu]

Just found this today. Truly inspiring.

[@benjamingabrie]

Falando em Forex, é o melhor negócio do mundo no momento, conheço alguns amigos que ganham muito dinheiro negociando no mercado financeiro.

[@juanjoseluca]

Nunca se esperava que o Forex / criptomoeda chegaria a esse ponto e ninguém pode prever seu valor até o ano de 2030.

[@sarahsandefur]

Não vou dizer que o Forex não é bom, mas meu medo é essa manipulação no gráfico de preços de mercado, como pode um único tweet de Elon almíscar abalar o mercado

[@Brendeeeee]

Excellent. Great man.

[@colbycalabrese8417]

Awesome interview! That Poor interviewer couldn't wait to get onto the next question

[@carovogel8676]

Would love to have a tea with Yvon! I keep coming back to this every time I am overwhelmed with what’s going on with the world

[@Hellishsly]

hope all is well

[@barkeater7867]

wow. that last question! love it.

[@stanleyokazaki7004]

12:00

[@larryhorton9534]

In the last few moments of this presentation, Yvon, states with certainty that climate change is our most formidable problem, and underlies all others. Has he noticed the skyrocketing number of individuals on the planet currently, and every since the two of us were born? To me, this is the issue that underlies all others.

[@jeffjacobson59]

Hard work and dumb luck make a billionaire. Man is a legend.

[@ericpabon2458]

he didnt have a silver spoon in his mouth like a lot of people who now buy his products.

[@nataliakobylinska2745]

A legend.

[@fk1386]

Are there any videos of him speaking French? I presume he speaks French as it’s the only language he spoke until the age of 7.

[@t.e.1189]

I thoroughly enjoyed this program, but the moderator constantly repeating "This is climate one with Yvon Chouinard" was quit annoying.

[@pr5pr]

very down to earth man

[@closethack4989]

What a badass. 👍🏼

[@whatthe6532]

Doesn't look like a man filled with much joy. He's got great values though.

[@jamison74]

Trip with Yvon?!? Did you hear about the the deaths on the avalanche trip or his close friend dying on a kayak trip?

[@bachequipment]

25:11 - 26:58

[@johnd.3936]

this is why ill spend the extra buck to get Patagonia

[@Saternoc]

I don't understand the nickname PataGucci. I don't find their clothes to be unreasonably expensive compared to their competitors.

[@pure5152]

To play devil's advocate, the same can be said for Gucci. I'm not too familiar with the phrase, but I think what people mean is it's expensive compared to budget rain jackets you can get elsewhere at stores like uniqlo, costco and walmart. You can also buy a decent rainjacket from those places and still adhere to yvon's philosophy by repairing it when it gets worn out. That said, it'll probably wear out faster than usually more well-made products from companies like patagonia (although some patagonia products are not without their durability concerns, read up on the stitching and pilling issues on the micro puff for example). So I can understand the "PataGucci" diminutive name-calling, though I don't agree with it myself. I also thought Yvon's response was pretty great at 50:30.

[@stuartjones1425]

Saddest moment is Yvon talking about helping Hilary with her environmental policy. What could have been.

Kox

[@haileycho6]

got the same last name as him

[@iamkman]

Not a single Black person in the audience! Says a lot about their diversity policy and marketing !

[@bloodorange6713]

Ok? There is no ban on black people attending, so how is that a knock on the company?

[@johndawhale3197]

Propagandist...

[@michaelwoodsmccausland5633]

Dog food is not bad either

[@BAlvn-yr6ej]

While I do have great respect for Yvon and his achievements and contributions to the world, I have to make the following comment and I hope he fucking reads it too: Mr. Chouinard, I've been a Patagonia (and both Chouinard Equipment and Black Diamond) customer since the mid-80s. I still am. But I have had some problems with your company and have written personal letters to your office, *addressed specifically to you* , at least 3 times (might have been 4 or 5). Each of those was about what I perceived as a serious problem. Not once did I receive a response of any kind, not even a form letter. While I would doubt the letters made it to you personally, they were still to your office, and about pretty serious matters. Whether you read them or not, this is something that reflects on you directly, there can be no doubt about it. It makes you and your organization seem monolithic and uncaring towards the very community that got you where you are today. I'm long time climber, alpinist, fisherman, and backpacker from California, just like you. I have climbed in many of the same places, and very likely even know two or three people who you know. You may be living in an ivory tower of sorts with your hundreds of millions or whatever, but to shit upon your core customer base by ignoring their serious complaints is fucked up, man. And if you cannot control your employees to respond decently to letters addressed to your own office, you are a bad businessman too. You are making a big mistake acting like that.

[@PlayMyMusicPlaylist]

Lol phony environmentalist still buy pantagonia jacket and iphone although u cant repair it on ur own

[@aaron___6014]

1% is pretty weak.

[@tonfiselier1818]

Of sales, not of profit. Also, that is only one of the few things Patagonia does. And unfortunately, Patagonia is one of the exceptions with those policies. Wanna complain? Go to the companies that do nothing or have money in or behind legislation that actually harms nature. Don't go barking at one of the few companies that actually does their best to have a positive impact. Especially if you don't really have a point.

[@tittiger]

Had to quit listening when the religion of global warming came up. Somebody do their damn due diligence please.

[@tonfiselier1818]

There is broad scientific consensus about the Climate Crisis. 91 to 97 percent of academic studies into climate change come up with the same conclusion; it is man made, and we are making it worse. If consensus that broad does not constitute due dilligence, I do not know what does.

[@alanbrooke144]

I know right? I mean what has science ever done for us?

[@alexlee8639]

Joe Tittiger links to support your position please?

[@fernandog.aguirre2791]

.......this guy stole the name of the real Patagonia on the southern part of Argentina and Chile! Sad to see all these people been BS by this guy! He never paid a penny for the rights using that name to his branding! He abused of his power of money to completely ignore others.

[@closethack4989]

He doesn’t need to pay rights for that name. Learn trademark laws before you leave false information. Also, if you are so perfect, why don’t you create your own billion dollar business that’s 100% perfect, and post a video of all the good you’ve done. I guarantee you there will be people leaving negative comments just like you, no matter how much good you try to do. There will always be negative haters that only look for imperfections and ignore any good someone has done. Smh.

[@martynalley3517]

I loved it when he mentioned HRC's inauguration. Intentional "slip of the tongue". It didn't work out though, did it? A roomful of smug, disappointed leftists.

[@escariotnah4872]

That's a stupid way to think. Keep in mind that we have a two party system, so a variety of views of funneled into a binary choice. It ignorant to conclude that non-supporters are "leftists".

[@JordanLOL]

I got the impression he's not a huge fan of politicians/politics.