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Cool Conversations with Kenton Cool

Cool Conversations
Adventure
Mountaineering
Scottish Munros
Climbing
Aconcagua
Resilience
Winter Sports
Snowboarding
Travel
Women In Outdoor Activities
Everest
Mendoza
Mental Health
Carla Molinaro
Expedition
Argentina
Personal Growth
Outdoor Education
Passion For Nature
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

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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Latest Episodes

This week's guest is the unstoppable Lucy Gossage who is a master in the art of squeezing every minute out of life. She works full time as a senior oncologist in the NHS, she is heavily involved in her Move Against Cancer charity, and she runs ultra-... more

Our first guest in 2026 is Lee Donald, an award winning PT who summited Everest in 2024 and has found a love for the big mountains.

Becoming a PT in 2011 helped Lee to overcome an eating disorder, alcohol addiction and depression, and she describes... more

In this week's episode, Kenton speaks to para-athlete Jonny Huntington about his life-altering stroke, his rehab and the remarkable endurance challenges that he has embarked on.

Aged 28, Jonny experienced a brain bleed and stroke which left him par... more

This week, we welcome professional climber, Tim Emmett, onto the podcast. Kenton and Tim have been friends for over 30 years and their shared passion for climbing is infectious.

Tim loves all styles of climbing from alpine to sport, from ice to dee... more

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Recent Guests

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
Aldo Kane
A well-renowned adventurer and explorer, a former Royal Marine sniper, and an experienced film safety coordinator.
Episode: Aldo Kane: Adventuring with Purpose
Hannah Cox
Epic runner, director of a Sustainable Impact Agency, and host of Project Salt Run.
Episode: Conversation with Hannah Cox: Project Salt Run
Sev Garo Gossie
Artist and jeweler inspired by glaciers, advocating for climate change awareness through his artwork.
Episode: Sevan Garo: Starting the Conversation
Richard Pyne
Custodian of Paramo, leading the brand's sustainable initiatives and ethical manufacturing processes.
Paramo
Episode: Richard Pyne: Custodian of Páramo

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Kenton Cool
Host of Cool Conversations, a high-altitude climbing expert and an engaging motivational speaker. He has completed the 'Everest Triple Crown' and has over 19 summits of Mount Everest.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 158 ratings
  • 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 Kingdom2 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
  • Cool Conversations…

    Love this podcast. Kenton is one of the best at what he does and does great to give an insight into what happens on his expeditions. This is the best podcast I listen to and as soon as the next one is released it’s gets played immediately. Hero

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the intimate and inspiring conversations, which effectively blend adventure stories with personal growth themes.
The podcast is often recommended for those looking to overcome challenges and gain insights into resilience and adventure.
Fans value the high-quality content and authenticity shared by both the host and his guests, with many describing it as a source of motivation.
The host is praised for his engaging interviewing style, making guests feel comfortable and allowing for deep conversations.

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#245
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Talking Points

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

This podcast showcases compelling conversations centered around adventure, endurance, and personal growth, anchored by the experiences of its host, a leading high-altitude climber. The discussions cover diverse topics that include mountaineering, the challenges of extreme sports, and the rich life lessons drawn from both physical and mental exploration. Each episode features guests from various backgrounds, such as athletes, adventurers, and sustainability advocates, who share their unique stories, inspirations, and perspectives, fostering an environment that inspires listeners to push their boundaries.

What sets this podcast apart is its intimate storytelling, blending thrilling adventure narratives with themes of resilience and self-disc... more

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Recent guests on Cool Conversations include:

1. Lucy Gossage
2. Lee Donald
3. Jonny Huntington
4. Jenny Tough
5. Gwendolyn Bounds
6. Aldo Kane
7. Hannah Cox
8. Sev Garo Gossie

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