Show Notes
In this episode, Laurent speaks with Fred Fugen, a pioneer of modern parachuting and one of the most talented and innovative skydivers, wingsuit pilots, and BASE jumpers on the planet. Fred has won multiple world championships in freeflying, set several world records in BASE jumping and wingsuit flying, and has executed some of the most incredible aerial stunts ever performed. Laurent talks with Fred about how it all started, what motivates him to push the boundaries of human flight, and how he copes with the risks and losses that come with his passion. Please support this independent project by visiting: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/exitpoint We want to hear your thoughts about the podcast! [email protected] [email protected] Mark Stockwell is the man that makes this podcast sound the way it does. Please show him some love: https://www.instagram.com/mtstockwell/ https://www.exitpointpodcast.com
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