A Load of BS on Sport: The Behavioural Science Podcast with Daniel Ross and Liam Botham artwork

004: Ben Stookesberry on the Edge: Navigating the World's Wildest Waters

A Load of BS on Sport: The Behavioural Science Podcast with Daniel Ross and Liam Botham

English - March 27, 2024 04:00 - 47 minutes - 33 MB
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Previous Episode: 003: Pat Nevin on the beautiful game and far beyond
Next Episode: 005: Nick Compton on the mental game in cricket

This week, we are joined by Ben Stookesberry, legendary white water expedition kayaker whose death defying exploits on some of the most extreme rapids in the world are nothing short of awe inspiring.

“In the last 4 years alone I’ve made dozens of first descents on six continents from the tropics to the Arctic with long time kayaking partners Chris Korbulic and Pedro Oliva,” says Ben. “In total I have over 130 first descents and counting.”

SEE BEN IN ACTION!

Show notes:

Facing fear and adversity: what it feels like close to drowningPreparation and mental strength to tackle extreme kayakingThe impact of tragedy: losing a friend to a crocodile attackThe thrill of exploring untouched environmentsA philosophy on risk and mortalityBen’s commitment to personal growth

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