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5. Expeditioners' Perspectives: Voices from the Antarctic Base Camp at Union Glacier

5. Expeditioners' Perspectives: Voices from the Antarctic Base Camp at Union Glacier

FromUndaunted, with Robert Swan and NTT DATA


5. Expeditioners' Perspectives: Voices from the Antarctic Base Camp at Union Glacier

FromUndaunted, with Robert Swan and NTT DATA

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Length:
30 minutes
Released:
Jan 7, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Host Dan Smith speaks with three members of the Undaunted expedition team at their Antarctic base camp on Union Glacier. Conversations range from why adventurers do what they do, and what it's like walking on the Antarctic Plateau, to how it feels just before they board the plane to fly to Undaunted's starting point, just under 100 miles from the South Pole. The interviews were recorded at Union Glacier Camp in late December. The expedition formally began on Christmas Day. As of publication date, Robert Swan and team had 30 nautical miles left to reach the South Pole on foot.
Released:
Jan 7, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (8)

Antarctica. It's mysterious to many but familiar to polar pioneer Robert Swan. With the "Undaunted: South Pole 2023" expedition, Robert seeks to complete his long-time goal of crossing the Antarctic landmass on foot while advocating for sustainability and protecting the frozen continent. This podcast explores the experience of Antarctica ("It wants to kill you," Robert says) and considers practical and positive approaches on the journey toward sustainability. Along the way, you'll meet adventurers and experts -- and expert adventurers. NTT DATA is an expedition sponsor.