A Load of BS on Sport: The Behavioural Science Podcast
A Load of BS on Sport: The Behavioural Science Podcast
Ben Stookesberry on the Edge: Navigating the World's Wildest Waters
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Ben Stookesberry on the Edge: Navigating the World's Wildest Waters

A journey through the world's most challenging rivers and the lessons learned on the brink of nature's extremes

This week, we are joined by Ben Stookesberry, legendary white water expedition kayaker whose death defying exploits on some of the most extreme rapids in the world are nothing short of awe inspiring.

“In the last 4 years alone I’ve made dozens of first descents on six continents from the tropics to the Arctic with long time kayaking partners Chris Korbulic and Pedro Oliva,” says Ben. “In total I have over 130 first descents and counting.”

In this episode

  • Facing fear and adversity: what it feels like close to drowning

  • Preparation and mental strength to tackle extreme kayaking

  • The impact of tragedy: losing a friend to a crocodile attack

  • The thrill of exploring untouched environments

  • A philosophy on risk and mortality

  • Ben’s commitment to personal growth

Exclusive events

Liam and I are launching a sports and entertainment business network for which we are hosting exclusive, intimate events.

The first one is on June 17th in London when we will be joined for a panel discussion by Lord Ian Botham, Sir Andrew Strauss and Mo Bobat.

If you’d like to join us…

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Till next time,

Daniel and Liam

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A Load of BS on Sport: The Behavioural Science Podcast
A Load of BS on Sport: The Behavioural Science Podcast
A Load of BS on Sport: The Behavioural Science Podcast dives deep into the psychology of what makes elite performers tick; how they think about success and failure, how they find and maintain peak performance, how they manage fear and adversity, how they make decisions under pressure, how they deal with risk and uncertainty.