On a remote peninsula in northern Greece lies one of the most mysterious places in Europe — Mount Athos, a self-governed monastic state where time, tradition, and devotion rule above all else. But there’s one thing that sets this mountain apart from every other pilgrimage site on Earth: for over a thousand years, women have been completely forbidden from entering. In this episode, we dive into the history, the legends, and the living traditions of the Holy Mountain. From its Byzantine roots t...
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On a remote peninsula in northern Greece lies one of the most mysterious places in Europe — Mount Athos, a self-governed monastic state where time, tradition, and devotion rule above all else. But there’s one thing that sets this mountain apart from every other pilgrimage site on Earth: for over a thousand years, women have been completely forbidden from entering. In this episode, we dive into the history, the legends, and the living traditions of the Holy Mountain. From its Byzantine roots t...
026: To the Top of the World: Mitch Hutchcraft and the Limitless Triathlon
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026: To the Top of the World: Mitch Hutchcraft and the Limitless Triathlon
What does it take to attempt the world’s longest triathlon — and finish it on the summit of Mount Everest? In this episode, we sit down with Mitch Hutchcraft, former Royal Marine Commando and the force behind Project Limitless, an unprecedented 12,000km journey of endurance, resilience, and purpose. From swimming the English Channel, cycling 10,000km across continents, and running through the punishing terrain of India and Nepal — all before even setting foot on the world’s tallest mountain —...
Strap Yer Boots
On a remote peninsula in northern Greece lies one of the most mysterious places in Europe — Mount Athos, a self-governed monastic state where time, tradition, and devotion rule above all else. But there’s one thing that sets this mountain apart from every other pilgrimage site on Earth: for over a thousand years, women have been completely forbidden from entering. In this episode, we dive into the history, the legends, and the living traditions of the Holy Mountain. From its Byzantine roots t...
