Episode 017

Climbing the Second Seven:

A Life-Changing Adventure with Jenn Drummond

In this episode, James Robbins interviews Jenn Drummond, the first woman to climb the second-highest peaks on each continent. Jenn shares how a car accident became a turning point in her life, leading her to take on some of the world’s toughest mountains. Her journey is full of adventure, resilience, and insights on risk management, personal growth, and inspiring others.

Show Notes

In this episode, Jenn Drummond shares her inspiring journey of becoming the first woman to climb the “Second Seven Summits”—the second-highest peaks on each continent. After surviving a life-changing car accident, Jenn reevaluated her life, setting out to conquer some of the world’s toughest mountains. Throughout her journey, she learned valuable lessons about resilience, managing risk, and balancing motherhood with her ambitious goals. Jenn opens up about the challenges she faced, societal biases as a female climber, and the importance of living authentically to inspire the next generation.

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Time Stamps

00:00 Introduction to Jenn Drummond and the Seven Summits

06:31 Lessons Learned from Climbing Mountains
17:06 Criticism and Gender in Climbing
26:26 Managing Risk in Life and Climbing
34:11 Inspiring the Next Generation

Recap & Takeaways

    • Facing death can lead to profound life changes.
    • Climbing the second summit is a unique challenge.
    • Mountains reveal new layers of self-awareness.
    • Every climb teaches valuable life lessons.
    • Criticism often reflects societal biases, especially towards women.
    • Creating a line in the sand can catalyze change.
    • Managing risk is crucial in both climbing and life.
    • Being present allows for greater productivity and fulfillment.
    • Inspiring children through personal passion is vital.
    • Self-kindness is a strength that empowers resilience.
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