Ep. 1086: Jacob "Val" Myers - Antarctica and other Expeditions

Ep. 1086: Jacob "Val" Myers - Antarctica and other Expeditions

Skiing to the South Pole: Jacob Val Myers' Solo Antarctic Attempt – Backstory from Appalachia, Health Challenges, Mission Abort, Crazy Mountain 100 Ultra, Conservation, Community, and Advice for Adventurers.

Curt Linville interviews Jacob Val Myers, a remarkable athlete known for his extreme adventures, including an attempt to ski solo to the South Pole. Val shares his backstory, detailing his upbringing in Appalachia and his passion for outdoor activities and conservation. He recounts his challenging expedition in Antarctica, the tough decision to abort the mission due to health concerns, and his experiences running the Crazy Mountain 100 ultra marathon. Val emphasizes the importance of community and conservation efforts, discusses his upcoming book, and shares advice for aspiring adventurers.

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