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Jul 2024
30m 17s

Scaling Skyscrapers in Snakeskin with Al...

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This week we're joined by Alain Robert, the world renowned climber, known for scaling the world's tallest skyscrapers while wearing cowboy boots. He shares his thoughts on jail cells around the world, how he overcomes vertigo, and the best way to wear leather pants. 
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