Blister Speaker Series 1.2: Eric Larsen - Polar Adventurer, Expedition Guide, & Educator

Last week we held our 2nd Blister Speaker Series event at Western Colorado University with Eric Larsen , a North and South Pole adventurer, expedition guide, author of On Thin Ice , and climate educator. Here is that conversation, where we talk to Eric about the importance of doing difficult things, perseverance, leadership, and more. TOPICS & TIMES: Eric’s satellite phone update during his 2014 North Pole expedition (3:25) Why is it important to do difficult things? (5:40) The importance of remaining lighthearted (10:15) Leadership and decision making in life-threatening conditions (12:56) How have your expeditions informed your perspective on climate change? (18:00) Lessons from the minimalist lifestyle of expeditions (21:40) What advice would you give to your undergraduate self? (24:15) Which books were the most formative for you? (27:55) Western vs. Proust Q&A (31:38) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.