Acquired Neurodivergence & Climbing Everest 18 Times

In this episode, Ben speaks with one of the most formidable
mountaineers of his generation, Kenton Cool, who has scaled Mount
Everest an astonishing 18 times.


Kenton discusses how a traumatic brain injury led to acquired
neurodivergence, the impact of altitude on cognitive function,
and what drives him to conquer the world's highest peak.


0:00 Introduction


1:38 Kenton Cool's Neurodivergent Brain Today


2:48 Why Ben Climbed Ben Nevis Barefoot


6:52 Preparing To Climb Mount Everest


11:48 Kenton Cool's Childhood


16:03 The History & Future Of Mount Everest


19:51 Kenton Cool's Climbing Accident


23:23 Kenton Cool's Acquired Neurodivergent Disorder


30:45 Staying Focused On Mount Everest


38:40 Kenton Cool's Neurodivergent Brain


42:50 What Kenton Does When He's Not On Everest


46:24 How Kenton Cool Recognises His Acquired Neurodivergent
Disorder


51:24 Kenton Cool's Neurodivergent Item


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On "The Hidden 20%," host Ben Branson chats with neurodivergent
[ADHD, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tourette's etc.]
creatives, entrepreneurs, and experts to see how great minds..
think differently.


 


Host: Ben Branson


Producer: Bella Neale


Video Editor: James Scriven


Social Media Manager & AP: Charlie Young


Music: Jackson Greenberg


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