This podcast features an interview with Dr. Jon Kedrowski, a mountaineer and adventure coach, focusing on his experiences climbing Mount Everest and his approach to coaching others. The interview covers his early mountaineering experiences in Colorado, his four Everest summits (including a near-lightning strike and witnessing a deadly earthquake), and his unique coaching methods, which involve extensive physical and mental training, including building custom training courses in clients' driveways. Kedrowski discusses the financial challenges of mountaineering and how he creatively funded his expeditions, including driving for Uber. The podcast concludes with advice for aspiring Everest climbers, emphasizing the importance of thorough preparation and commitment. A key takeaway is Kedrowski's "train mountains with mountains" philosophy, advocating for extensive hiking and mountain-specific training.
