Abhay shares a chat with pioneering polar explorer Preet Chandi. Born and raised in Derby in England, Preet is a British Army officer, a physiotherapist, and a record‑breaking adventure athlete who became the first woman of color to complete a solo expedition to the South Pole. She has since gone on to break multiple Guinness World Records for solo, unsupported Antarctic ski expeditions, using her journeys to challenge perceived norms about who belongs in extreme adventure environments and to inspire others to push their own boundaries. Preet shares her journey of adventure, the importance of discipline over motivation, and how her cultural heritage and community support fuel her expeditions. She discusses the challenges of preparation, facing fears, and the vulnerability that comes with pushing boundaries. Preet emphasizes the significance of learning from failures and the need for self-acceptance in achieving success. Preet encourages all of us to take our first steps in finding and realizing our own adventures, no matter how daunting they may seem.

(0:00 - 2:34) Introduction
(2:34) Part 1 - Everyday rituals and adventures, Training and resilience
(13:02) Sponsor break: Travelopod
(13:37) Part 2 - Dealing with miscues and fear, Ambition and humility, Identity and Fundraising
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(30:16) Part 3 - Fragility on a Polar Expedition, The meaning of Adventure and Exploring
(38:35) Conclusion

Please help support Preet on her next journey to become the first woman to travel solo to the North Pole: https://www.gofundme.com/f/next-expedition

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