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Podcast • March 03, 2022

EP 32 - Jimmy Chin | Risk, Reward, and Storytelling

In this episode

This week's episode of Next With Novo features renowned adventure photographer and documentary filmmaker Jimmy Chin.

We begin by discussing Jimmy’s small-town Minnesota upbringing and the genesis of his passion for exploration and adventure. We delve into how Jimmy became a young climber at Yosemite National Park and how mental fortitude plays a role in the world of climbing. The conversation explores Jimmy's path in photography and filmmaking, including his work as a North Face photographer and the creation of the Oscar-winning documentary, Free Solo. Jimmy discusses how he uses opportunities to build on one another to avoid stagnation in his work. We wrap by discussing how Jimmy works side by side with his wife, their shared passion for storytelling, and their most recent project, The Rescue.

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