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Cool Conversations with Kenton Cool

Cool Conversations
Everest
Adventure
Mountaineering
Nepal
Mount Everest
Aconcagua
Climbing
Mental Health
Resilience
Ultra-Distance Running
Climate Change
Tour Des Glaciers
Ukraine
Ultra Running
Scottish Munros
Humanitarian Aid
Expedition
Nutrition
Paramo
Kenton Cool

Conversations had the right way. Welcome to 'Cool Conversations' hosted by Kenton Cool.

Kenton is one of the world’s leading high-altitude climbers, and a highly engaging and inspiring motivational speaker. He was the first person in history to complete the ‘Everest Triple Crown’, reaching the summit of Mount Everest, Nuptse and Lhotse in one continuous push from base camp and has stood on the ro... more

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Speed climber and mountaineer Karl Egloff returns to Everest this year, and Kenton catches up with him for a quick chat. Listeners may remember Karl joined the pod last year ahead of his FKT attempt, which was ultimately thwarted by poor weather.

A... more

This week, Kenton sits down with expedition doctor Jakob Muehlbacher and asks for his insights into working on Everest.

Jakob is back on Everest for the fourth time. He first took the role of expedition doctor in 2023, then combined the role with a... more

This week's insight into Everest comes from Benny Lieber, who is a lead guide for Furtenbach Adventures and finds himself at Everest Base Camp with Kenton.

Benny is no stranger to the podcast (check out episode 126), but this week he shares his vie... more

Whilst Kenton is in Nepal, he always bumps into a host of interesting people. This year, he is recording a series of 'Everest Shorts', in which he asks people about their take on Everest, rather than about themselves.

Kenton's first guest is Ben Ay... more

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Recent Guests

Karl Egloff
professional athlete, mountain guide, professional mountain biker
Episode: Everest short: Karl Egloff
Jakob Muehlbacher
Everest Expedition Doctor for Lukas Furtenbach
Lukas Furtenbach Adventures
Episode: Everest Short: Jakob Muehlbacher
Benny Lieber
A rising star of 8000-meter peak climbing
Episode: Everest Short: Benny Lieber
Ben Ayers
Journalist, filmmaker, philanthropist; runs Everest Live
Everest Live
Episode: Everest Short: Ben Ayers
Lucy Gossage
A full-time oncologist and professional ultra-marathon runner
NHS
Episode: Lucy Gossage: Entering the Adventure Era
Lee Donald
Personal trainer and high-altitude mountaineer
Episode: Lee Donald: Finding Euphoria
Jonny Huntington
Endurance athlete and stroke survivor
Episode: Jonny Huntington: Pushing Boundaries
Jenny Tough
Full-time adventure endurance athlete
Episode: Jenny Tough: Finding Growth Outside our Comfort Zones
Gwendolyn Bounds
An award-winning journalist and author who transitioned from desk work to competitive Spartan racing.
Wall Street Journal
Episode: Gwendolyn Bounds: Building Fitness for Life

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Kenton Cool
Host of Cool Conversations with Kenton Cool

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 161 ratings
  • Great bloke, great show

    Great show. Especially love tales from the trails, ideal listening when you can relax and imagine the journey through Kenton’s descriptive narration.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    .Jenno.
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Extremely good!

    Being someone who spends a lot of time in the outdoors, I don’t really listen to any other podcasts about mountaineering, climbing, skiing etc. as they get a bit monotonous, but Cool Conversations is one not to miss.

    It’s miraculous to hear Kenton’s continued enthusiasm after being a guide for so long.

    Had the pleasure of meeting him a few months ago when my MR team was fundraising at one of his events. Seems a great guy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NMES
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Inspirational

    Just been to Kenton’s Everest:The untold Story.

    Brilliant in the way he was able to bring together all those epic tales under one roof, so to speak, delivered with passion and humour it was a riveting couple of hours.

    I didn’t make base camp, only Tengboche monastery but am inspired to return.

    (I’ve now shaken hands of two Everest summiteers Fentons and Doug Scott.)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Teenoso@
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Brilliant!

    Wonderful guests and excellent interviews. I have been binge listening whilst shoveling the endless 2023 California snow - you make it easy to keep going - Merci!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bee Kimura
    United States3 years ago
  • Something to inspire on your commute

    I have been following Kenton for a while to feel inspired with all things involving mountains/mindset and adventure. Met him personally a few weeks back at a talk and he was gracious to give me a few minutes of his time. Have a listen be inspired and think about what you could achieve…. Whilst driving on the M4

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Steedman
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Fans highlight inspiring guest lineups and authentic, candid conversations.
Listeners praise the host's engaging style and deep knowledge of mountains.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Lucy Gossage: Entering the Adventure Era
Q: I'm not entirely sure that's good advice for anybody, is it?
You got to work further, faster and harder and say yes more. If there's one thing that's going to push you in the opposite direction, is that style of leisure probably?
Lucy Gossage: Entering the Adventure Era
Q: Lucy, you're quite hard to track down. You're a busy girl.
Burning the candle at both ends. Trying to say no to more stuff. But yeah, there's always a lot going on.
Conversation with Hannah Cox: Project Salt Run
Q: How does the Salt Tax play into your run?
Hannah shares that the Salt Tax was a significant economic burden, resulting in millions dying from famine, linking it to the history of colonialism.
Conversation with Hannah Cox: Project Salt Run
Q: Can you explain your journey from couch to running across India?
Hannah describes how she got inspired by her friend to take up running as a serious challenge after being obsessed with the Hedge story for years.
Richard Pyne: Custodian of Páramo
Q: What are you listening to?
We've been listening to a lot of records on a turntable.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cool Conversations

What is Cool Conversations about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on high-adventure, extreme-sport stories told with practical insight into preparation, risk management, and mindset. Episodes frequently explore Everest expeditions, high-altitude medicine, expedition logistics, and the human side of remote mountain work, weaving in personal resilience, ethical considerations, and community dynamics around base camps and guiding teams. Listeners get a front-row seat to tactical training, decision-making under pressure, and the evolving culture of modern exploration, with guests ranging from seasoned climbers and expedition leaders to doctors, journalists, and endurance athletes. A standout is the consistent emphasis on character, recovery, and the balance between family life and relentless ... more

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1. Karl Egloff
2. Jakob Muehlbacher
3. Benny Lieber
4. Ben Ayers
5. Lucy Gossage
6. Lee Donald
7. Jonny Huntington
8. Jenny Tough

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