• Ridge of Madness I Part Two

  • Sep 17 2024
  • Length: 55 mins
  • Podcast

Ridge of Madness I Part Two

  • Summary

  • Following his grueling 145-day solo ascent of Mount Hunter's South East Spur in 1978, Johnny Waterman's life took a troubling turn. As his personal struggles intensified, a new team emerged to attempt the formidable route. Peter Metcalf, Glenn Randall, and Pete Athens set their sights on doing the climb in alpine style.

    Thanks to Jon Waterman and Glenn Randall for their help in creating this story. For more on the story of Johnny Waterman, check out Jon's book, In The Shadow of Denali.

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    Recorded and produced by Evan Phillips
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