The HIMALI Podcast

The HIMALI Podcast Episode 4: Pushing Human Limits - NASA Astronaut Anil Menon and Tendi Sherpa

The HIMALI Podcast Episode 4: In this episode of the HIMALI Podcast, HIMALI CoFounder Tendi Sherpa sits down with NASA astronaut and former SpaceX medical director Anil Menon to explore the fascinating intersections between space, wilderness medicine, and high altitude mountaineering. Drawing on his background in emergency medicine and experience with the Himalayan Rescue Association, Menon shares his unique perspective on what it takes to stay alive in the extreme conditions of both space and high-altitude climbs. The two also reflect on their own harrowing experiences from their separate relief efforts in Nepal following the devastating 2015 earthquake. Menon, who’s preparing for the upcoming Expedition 75 to the International Space Station, discusses the vital role of teamwork and mental resilience in high-stress environments. Tendi, with his wealth of experience as a seasoned mountaineer, opens up about the worsening conditions on Everest, driven by the impacts of climate change, and the growing unpredictability climbers now face. Together, they explore how both space and mountain expeditions push human limits, challenging the mind and body in extreme ways, and the invaluable lessons learned in these high-stakes environments. The conversation also touches on the power of flexibility and helpfulness in crisis situations, the importance of mental preparation, and how both astronauts and mountaineers have learned to embrace discomfort to grow stronger. Menon also shares insights into space exploration’s expanding opportunities, and both discuss the deep connections formed through adversity and shared purpose - whether it’s in a space capsule, or at the top of the world. Look out for part two next year, where Anil Menon and Tendi Sherpa plan to exchange experiences from space to Everest, continuing their conversation on pushing boundaries and cultivating resilience in the most extreme environments.www.himali.com

The HIMALI Podcast Episode 3: Ed Viesturs and Tendi Sherpa

The HIMALI Podcast Episode 3: Ed Viesturs and HIMALI CoFounder, Tendi Sherpa talk about the development and progression of Himalayan High-Altitude MountaineeringIn this Episode, Ed Viesturs and Tendi Sherpa talk about how high altitude mountaineering in the Himalayas has changed over almost 50 years and the importance of humility, ego, and decision making when on Mount Everest and other 8,000ers.About the Guests:Ed Viesturs is an owner, athlete, and designer at HIMALI. He is best known for becoming the first (and to date the only) American to summit all 14 of the 8,000m peaks, without the use of supplemental oxygen - putting him in a stratospheric category of mountaineers. He calls this 18 year long project “Endeavor 8000”, coming up with the idea after becoming the first American to summit the 'Big Three' - Everest, K2, and Kangchenjunga.Tendi Sherpa is the CoFounder of HIMALI and has summited Mt. Everest a staggering 18 times - an exceptionally grounded man, driven not by fame or glory, his love affair with the world's tallest peaks was initially fueled by hopes of being well fed and properly clothed. He has continued to elevate his guiding to not only 18 summits of Everest (from a mix of the North and South sides), but impressive summits around the globe. Links:https://www.himali.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVBndmZGRmRfRlV3UGNLdUZWbVZxVlFoblM5UXxBQ3Jtc0trdGp5OUNXdndVdDJSLVJtSF9MUF9iWXhHbTd5bXVEcTExR0F4cHNXb2N6cGhDa1pDWl96VXg5R0N2Ym1PUW9XM05NOTFDZjZPZEdIaDlpajhWdkdzb2szb0tlT2hjYWlzMkRwUGs3XzJVdDJ5LUsySQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.himali.com%2F&v=aJ76gXnTBP0]https://www.edviesturs.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXZOUjBjY2t6NDlpN2NSTGhJYTZZYldTZnB0QXxBQ3Jtc0tsQktUTm56MWxjbWpULTZyU1BKeVJ4c3QtRDBWVHZaNzY3RE1SZGlQYXY1YkZFZndjV2RlTzhYR3NmTHlDTXhDSEd4M09nMkZTTkQtQ1c0ZHJ4ajhDbFljZEF6TlFkLUpaWjVpcWl3cEJDSjNIVlFsTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.edviesturs.com%2F&v=aJ76gXnTBP0] https://www.tendisherpafoundation.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFRYMjF4cXpNR1BFZTVQZTlueVV4OGZQRlpkZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttSzQ3RHlJZXNOelQxTW82QUExekZ3VUtLQmJoWVZVdnVaUHlScWgyS3c5VTdjSGVWb2Nic0lIN0ZrRnVRWHd4bk85cWl5RzdFVUk0SERLZkVmVmRXSmJQRGpBSkUweXJHRWROaWpQZlVKNGtsZlNxVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tendisherpafoundation.com%2F&v=aJ76gXnTBP0]Sign up for the HIMALI email newsletter for exclusive discounts, athlete stories, news from the Himalaya, and new product drops. We respect your privacy and your information is never shared.https://www.himali.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmhLcXB1Y25BajVmZmNvT0VKaWItSXdzSEk5UXxBQ3Jtc0trOHo4Wkw1MnVSSllwVDhTcDdKbVc0Yks4LVRrSDczaHBLNTlPUWItallHYmVvcm1FdE9hMl9aUW9uSXpOS1dNZGp5b0Y4T1JzQzEyUm1rV0Rvc3VjUURqZUhwZ0pmeG9VTWhPdG85QnNLMS1rbTI1Zw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.himali.com%2F&v=aJ76gXnTBP0]

Episode 2: Conrad Anker, Mingma G Sherpa, and Pasang Tendi Sherpa talk about the development and progression of Himalayan High-Altitude Mountaineering

In this Episode, Conrad Anker, Mingma G, and Pasang Tendi Sherpa talk about the development of high altitude mountaineering in the Himalayas, the importance of proper training and experience, and upcoming mountaineering goals.  About the Guests: Mingma G Sherpa is a HIMALI athlete and the owner of guiding company “Imagine Nepal”. He was apart of the historically winter K2 first ascent and he also opened the "Rolwaling diversion" to the main summit of Manaslu in 2021. Mingma is planning to become one of the very few people in the world to climb all 14 x 8,000m peaks without supplemental O2.  Conrad Anker is a North Face athlete that has a long and rich history within the Himalayan Mountaineering scene. Conrad is probably most well-known for his breakout film ‘Meru’ and is a veteran of the sport in all disciplines. Philanthropically, he works on a variety of initiatives, including work with the Khumbu Climbing Center & the Nepali climbing community.  Pasang Tendi Sherpa is a HIMALI athlete, an Instructor at the Khumbu Climbing Center, and is developing his own guiding company “Camp 2 Summit”. He has multiple 8000'er summits including Annapurna I, Everest, and Lhotse.  Links:  www.himali.com [http://www.himali.com]  www.imagine-nepal.com [http://www.imagine-nepal.com]  www.alexlowe.org/projects/kcc/ [http://www.alexlowe.org/projects/kcc/]

Episode 1: HIMALI CoFounder Tendi Sherpa & High Altitude Expert Alan Arnette

In this Episode, Tendi & Alan talk about Tendi’s upbringing in Khembalung, Nepal, how he became a mountaineer & guide, what lead to the creation of HIMALI, stories from 15+ years of guiding on Everest, and more! About the guests: Tendi Sherpa is the CoFounder of HIMALI™ & an incredible human being. He grew up in a remote village in Nepal, went to school to become a monk, and went on to become an IFMGA certifies guide with 15 summits of Mount Everest. He gives back to his community through the ‘Tendi Sherpa Foundation’, an organization that provides access to education & safe work environments in rural areas of Nepal. Alan Arnette is a Coach, Keynote Speaker, Mountaineer and Alzheimer's Advocate. His blog is cited as "one of the world’s most respected chroniclers of Everest" by Outside Magazine & is in the ‘top 5 outdoor blogs’ by gear junkie magazines. He is an  Everest summiteer in 2011 and he became the oldest American to summit K2 at 58 years old on his birthday July 27, 2014. You can find HIMALI™ at: Website: www.himali.com [www.himali.com] Instagram: @himali https://www.instagram.com/himali/ [https://www.instagram.com/himali/] Facebook: @himalilife https://www.facebook.com/himalilife [https://www.facebook.com/himalilife] Twitter: @himalilife Email: support@himali.com Phone: +1 (970) 445 4133 Get 10% Off your 1st order when you sign up for our email newsletter! https://www.himali.com/pages/subscribe [https://www.himali.com/pages/subscribe]