#47 – Marshall Miller: Saying yes, importance of patience in high risk sports, and balancing family w/ adventure

#47 – Marshall Miller: Saying yes, importance of patience in high risk sports, and balancing family w/ adventure

Author: Exit Point February 15, 2024 Duration: 1:35:14
In this episode, Laurent welcomes Marshall Miller.  Marshall has inspired both jumpers and the public with his epic videos from his early days to his recent projects, including his appearance in Line of Sight (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcWMZq8-3wI), shout-out to the KAVU boys for producing what we believe is one of the most incredible wingsuit BASE jumping videos ever made.  Marshall, a pioneer in the world of professional BASE jumping, was one of GoPro's first sponsored athletes and has played a pivotal role in shaping the community. He candidly shares his experiences, including his brush with the law in Zion National Park and the absurdity of the National Park Services' enforcement. We delve into the crucial role of patience in high-risk sports, the potential pitfalls of group mentality, and the valuable lessons learned from walking down.Marshall's Zion episode with OutsidePlease support this independent project by visiting: support Exit Point For more info visit www.exitpopintpodcast.com

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