In case you missed the episode of Nuggets Climbing Podcast featuring free solo master Alex Honnold, here’s a 10 minute excerpt where he talks about two of his most epic solos that nobody heard about. The full episode covers a wide range of topics including lessons learned from his climbing idols, pooping while free soloing, and how the breakout success of his film Free Solo changed his life. Seriously worthwhile listen if you’re a climber or just fascinated with what makes this incredible man tick:

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