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The Happiness Quotient

Thom Dharma Pollard
Mount Everest
George Mallory
Everest
Sherpas
Nepal
Mountaineering
Youtube
High-Altitude Climbing
Nimsdai
Everest Guiding Industry
1999 Mallory and Irvin Research Expedition
Sandy Irvine
Mick Conefrey
Sherpa
2023 Climbing Season
Climbing Accidents
Adventure Filmmaking
Alan Arnett
Sexual Harassment
Altitude Physiology

Thom Dharma Pollard hosts inspirational, intimate and unfiltered Stories That Inspire with guests and drawing from his own adventures around the world. The Happiness Quotient: connected, engaged, passionate people who inspire us.

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Melissa Arnot Reid
A renowned mountaineer who summited Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen.
Episode: The Fight Within: No Oxygen on Everest - ENOUGH, Climbing Toward a True Self on Mount Everest w/Melissa Arnot Reid
Seth Walker
American blues guitarist, singer, songwriter, author, poet, and painter
Episode: Possibly My FAVORITE Interview EVER: Troubador & Musician Seth Walker - Life On the Road Devoted to His Muse
Jost Kobusch
A determined German alpinist and adventurer leading ambitious climbs on Mount Everest.
Professional Alpinist
Episode: George Mallory 2.0: Everest’s Most Obsessed Climber—Jost Kobusch’s Impossible Mission (FULL INTERVIEW!)
Mark Synnott
Esteemed mountain climber and historian
Episode: They Knew It All Along: New Evidence Supports Irvine’s 'Removal' from Everest in 1975 by a Chinese Team
Jamie McGuinness
Mountain climber and historian who provides insights into the discovery theories
Episode: They Knew It All Along: New Evidence Supports Irvine’s 'Removal' from Everest in 1975 by a Chinese Team
Tom Holzel
Historian who coined the phrase 'the mystery of Mallory and Irvine'
Episode: They Knew It All Along: New Evidence Supports Irvine’s 'Removal' from Everest in 1975 by a Chinese Team
Julie Summers
Biographer of Sandy Irvine, author of Fearless on Everest
Episode: Sandy Irvine's Family STUNNED by Discovery of His Remains on Everest after 100 Years with Biographer Julie Summers
Jochen Hemmleb
A renowned historian on Mount Everest and authority on the Mallory and Irvine mystery.
Episode: BREAKING NEWS: SANDY IRVINE'S Remains Have Been DISCOVERED! With Historian Jochen Hemmleb
Ryan Mitchell
19-year-old mountaineer and YouTuber
YouTube channel with over two million subscribers
Episode: Climbing Mount Everest at 19 Years of Age - Influencer Ryan Mitchell's Path to the Top

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Thom Pollard
Host of discussions focusing on inspiring stories and adventures, encouraging self-discovery and personal growth.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings
  • Just What I Needed

    As an armchair explorer and spiritual adventurer I am really happy someone shared this podcast with me. Thom is an awesome interviewer and also tells amazing stories about Mount Everest and his many wild adventures around the world. He’s also a learned person, sage like is a better way to put it. Have a listen and ‘be inspired’.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rosewood Heart
    United States4 years ago
  • Spiritual and inspiring.

    So many good things to say about the HQ. The explorers part, climbing, on the ocean, looking for both inside and outside recognition and learning.

    The music is fabulous, great blues and awesome players.

    The spiritual side offers such great insight, it’s a package of entertainment that resonates with me, that’s for Sure. Art, adventure and keeping the soul fed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Samantha Q.
    United States4 years ago
  • Fascinating and engaging

    What a fantastic podcast! Thanks Thom for your insights and for bringing such a great mix of guests to your show. The theme song is awesome too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bianchi in Jackson
    United States5 years ago
  • A great add to my day.

    Thom Pollard does a great job of bringing his guests to life. I always learn and laugh. Some times cry. And am often inspired to act.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tim Gillis
    United States5 years ago
  • TDP and the Zen of the podcast.

    I love listening to Thom Pollard. No matter the guest, no matter the content, TDP is an easygoing and engaging host. I first met Thom, along with Mark Synnott and Rick Wilcox, at a speaking event in North Conway, NH celebrating their respective expeditions to the top of Mt. Everest. I am a fan of all three men, and was super happy when Thom launched his podcast. It's great to have a steady stream of content from such an interesting and genuine person. I've also been fortunate enough to photograp... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    United States5 years ago

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The podcast is praised for its diverse range of guests, each bringing unique stories and perspectives that provoke reflection and inspiration.
The storytelling aspect is highlighted as a key factor, as it fulfills a desire for meaningful narratives and shared experiences.
Listeners appreciate the intimate and engaging style of the host, often describing him as a thoughtful and inspiring figure.
Many enjoy the combination of adventure with deep philosophical insights, expressing how it resonates with their own life journeys.

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George Mallory 2.0: Everest’s Most Obsessed Climber—Jost Kobusch’s Impossible Mission (FULL INTERVIEW!)
Q: Was there satisfaction in reaching the record altitude in winter without oxygen solo?
There was satisfaction, but reaching the high record held greater meaning due to the experience and skills built over the years.
George Mallory 2.0: Everest’s Most Obsessed Climber—Jost Kobusch’s Impossible Mission (FULL INTERVIEW!)
Q: Can you give us a sense of what it really is like?
Experiencing isolation on Everest is a mixture of focus on survival and appreciation for wilderness, free from distractions.
George Mallory 2.0: Everest’s Most Obsessed Climber—Jost Kobusch’s Impossible Mission (FULL INTERVIEW!)
Q: So how you emotionally prepare, to me, is almost more interesting than how you would physically prepare for something like that?
Emotional and psychological preparation is crucial and often done at home in the Alps, repeatedly exposing oneself to elements and building routines for stability.
Possibly My FAVORITE Interview EVER: Troubador & Musician Seth Walker - Life On the Road Devoted to His Muse
Q: What are your go-to things that go in the bag when you pack up for the road?
Seth shares he tries to travel light, packs essential items like books and toiletries, and aims for good food.
Possibly My FAVORITE Interview EVER: Troubador & Musician Seth Walker - Life On the Road Devoted to His Muse
Q: Do you think you're going to know when you're hitting that point and just go, okay, how do I pull back here?
He emphasizes mindfulness and maintaining balance as he navigates his touring life to avoid burnout.

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1. Melissa Arnot Reid
2. Seth Walker
3. Jost Kobusch
4. Mark Synnott
5. Jamie McGuinness
6. Tom Holzel
7. Julie Summers
8. Jochen Hemmleb

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