Cool Conversations with Kenton Cool

‘The Queen of Cool’

07 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Keeping it in the family. You won't want to miss this episode of Cool Conversations; Kenton talks to the queen of the cool family, Jazz Cool. Kenton...

Coolaboration - Everest, Lhotse, K2 and your questions answered

22 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

KC shares more stories from his 2021 big mountain adventures. Plus, he answers your questions. Follow the journey, @kentoncool on Instagram.

TFTT - Summiting K2

01 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What's it like to ascend and descend K2? In this episode of Tails from the Trails with Kenton Cool, you'll find out! Follow the journey on Instagra...

TFTT - K2 - The Acclimatisation & Rotation Episode

18 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tales from the Trails the acclimatisation begins on K2 with a rotation up to Camp 2. Follow the journey, @kentoncool on Instagram.

TFTT - The K2 Series

04 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Introducing a new series of Tales from the Trails - the K2 series. In this episode, join KC as he travels through the Karakoram and towards the base c...

TFTT - A Day Out On Lhotse

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's here(!) the final episode in the current series of Tales From The Trails. Join Kenton as he walks you through "doing the double"; with Everest ...

TFTT - South Col to the Top of the World

06 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's here! South Col to the summit of Everest. Join Kenton Cool as he climbs from the South Col to the summit of Everest.  Follow the journey, @ken...

TFTT - Camp 1 to Camp 4 - Everest

23 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what it's like to climb Everest? In this episode of Cool Conversations, you will find out. Join Kenton Cool as he climbs fro...

The Tables Are Turned - Alan Arnette Interviews Kenton Cool

10 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Cool Conversations, we re-share a recent interview Kenton did with Alan Arnette. Alan is a climbing coach, mountain climber, profe...

TFTT - The Kumbu Icefall

02 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tails from the Trails, come with Kenton as he takes his first trip into the Khumbu Icefall this year; listen first-hand as he witne...

Douglas Maclagan On Changing People’s Lives

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Cool Conversations, Kenton Cool sits down with social entrepreneur Douglas Maclagan.  For more than two decades, Douglas has focu...

TFTT - Finding Belonging

28 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"I really wish you were with me to experience all of this." Join Kenton for more mediative musings in the latest episode of Tales from the Trails. F...

TFTT - Tails from the Trails is Back!

22 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kenton's in Nepal and TFTT is back, what not to love? Follow the journey @kentoncool

Simone Moro On Flying High & Summiting The Highest Mountains In The World

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"A tenacious master of the winter ascent and a technically gifted specialist in fast and light alpine climbing, he is one of the most respected climbe...

Coolaboration - Has Everest got the "Greenlights"?

22 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Coolaboration, Kenton and "Injured Dave" sit down and talk about injuries (and who is to blame?!?), the 2021 climbing season...

Jon Gupta On His Passion For Expeditions & The Mountains

08 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jon is a high altitude expedition guide & UK mountaineering and climbing instructor; he has organised, climbed, guided and summited mountains on o...

Coolaboration - Going Green, K2, Poetry, Presidents & Planting Seeds

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

To say that @Kentoncool and Dave cover a variety of topics in this episode would be an understatement. From cool dudes and inspiring quotes to epic wi...

Saffron Cool On Living a Plant-based, Sustainable, Life

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"Adults are just outdated children” Back for 2021, in this week's episode of Cool Conversations, Kenton sits down with his daughter, Saffron. As p...

Coolaboration - Sustainability & Soul Searching

28 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With 2020 drawing to a close, @Kentoncool and Dave reflect on an unforgettable year and Kenton shares his learnings from a recent trip to Nepal. The ...

TFTT - Ama Dablam

21 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Come with @kentoncool as he and his client attempt to climb Ama Dablam in Nepal. Good times, high winds and moments of reflection, this episode of Coo...

TFTT - Sundown with Susie Thapa

13 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Charikot Panorama Resort is located 5 hrs from Kathmandu. At 2000 metres, the hotel offers breath-taking views and Swiss cuisine. In this episode...

TFTT - Dr Nima on Nepal

07 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kenton sits down with doctor, and expedition leader, Dr Nima to talk about the country they love, Nepal. In this episode of Cool Conversations, Dr N...

TFTT - Reflections & Finding Solitude

30 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest episode of 'Tales From The Trails', @kentoncool treks through the Khumbu and up to the village of Chukhung. On route, Kenton stops at a ...

TFTT - Come Fly With Me

23 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest episode of ‘Tails From The Trails, fly with Kenton from Kathmandu to the famous, Tenzing–Hillary Airport, also known as 'Lukla Airpo...

TFTT - Sunrises & Shrines

16 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Join Kenton Cool as he watches the sunrise high up in the mountains of the Himalayas, and follow the journey on Instagram. Kenton is @kentoncool.

TFTT - Afternoon Trail Trek Pt.1

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Introducing "Tales from the Trails" Escape and come on a journey with Kenton Cool as he takes you from the foothills of the Himalayas to the very top...

TFTT - Book Carrying Monks

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Come on a journey; from the foothills of the Himalayas to the top of the world's tallest mountains.  Join @kentoncool for "Tales from the Trails", a...

TFTT - Lady Shelling Beans

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

From the foothills of the Himalayas to the top of the world's tallest mountains. Escape, and come on a journey with @kentoncool. Meditative observati...

TFTT - Tea On Ridge & Medicine Negotiation

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Join @kentoncool for "Tales from the Trails", a collection of meditative observations and sounds from a country he loves; from the foothills of the Hi...

TFTT - Afternoon Trail Trek Pt.2

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Escape and come on a journey with Kenton Cool as he takes you from the foothills of the Himalayas to the very top of some of the world's tallest mount...

Coolaboration - Catch-ups, Covid-19 & Controlling The Controllable

02 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kenton's back in Kathmandu after a short expedition into the Khumbu region of Nepal. In this episode, Kenton tells Dave why it's great to be back in ...

Coolaboration - The Expedition Is On, The Land Rover Defender 90 & Your Questions Answered

19 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Expeditions, the first summit of a Nepalese 6000 metre peak this year, and the new Land Rover Defender 90. In this episode, Kenton and Dave catch up ...

Greg Nieuwenhuys On Family, Fitness and Feasting On Life

12 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Husband, father, businessman and athlete; Greg Nieuwenhuys is the only Dutchman to climb, and then ski down, the sixth highest mountain in the world, ...

Coolaboration - The 'Final Score', TransAmericana & Your Questions Answered

07 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kenton and Dave talk about their shared love for the new documentary, TransAmericana, from Rickey Gates and Salomon. TransAmericana documents those t...

23: Matt Helliker

10 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kenton Cool is joined by climber, alpinist and Patagonia athlete Matt Helliker for a cool conversation.

22: Dr Nathan Hudson-Peacock

28 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

21: Mostafa Salameh

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kenton Cool's guest this week on Cool Conversations grew up in a refugee camp in Jordan.....in 2008 he was knighted by the King of Jordan!! This is Mo...

20: Guy Ilott

16 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kenton Cool is joined this week by ultra trail runner Guy Ilott for another Cool Conversation!

19: Mark Fisher

06 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kenton Cool is joined by award-winning photographer and international mountain guide Mark Fisher for a Cool Conversation!

18: Jon Bracey

31 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kenton Cool is joined this week by IFMGA mountain guide and alpinist Jon Bracey

17: Charlie Mayhew MBE

26 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kenton is joined by CEO & founder of Tusk Trust, Charlie Mayhew MBE, for a Cool Conversation.

16: Lt Cdr Pete Reed OBE

19 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for Kenton Cool to have a Cool Conversation with three-time Olympic champion rower Lt Cdr Pete Reed OBE

15: Joby Ogwyn

10 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Joby Ogwyn is this week's special guest for Cool Conversations with Kenton Cool. He is world-renowned for his prowess as an adventurer, high-altitude ...

14: Alex Gregory MBE

02 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Double Olympic winning and multiple world champion rower Alex Gregory MBE about his epic record breaking Arctic Row on Cool Conversations with Kenton ...

13: Sophie Radcliffe (Challenge Sophie)

25 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kenton Cool is ready to hear some wisdom from Sophie Radcliffe (Challenge Sophie) and her work with her own start up project Trail Blazers.....only on...

12: Ben Saunders

21 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kenton Cool is joined by the incredible Ben Saunders for a Cool Conversation! He's one of the world’s leading polar explorers, and a record-breaking...

11: Martin Hartley

11 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week's guest is award-winning photographer Martin Hartley. He is the Director of Photography for Sidetracked Magazine, the co-author of Face to F...

10: Sean Conway

04 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kenton Cool is joined by extreme endurance adventurer Sean Conway for a Cool Conversation all about his career. Introducing Cool Conversations with K...

9: Conrad Anker

28 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kenton Cool is joined by American rock climber, mountaineer, and author Conrad Anker for a cool conversation about his career. Introducing Cool Conve...

8: David Millar

20 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for this week’s episode of Cool Conversations with Kenton Cool! Today Kenton's joined by David Millar, former pro cyclist, style icon and ...

7: Joe Simpson

14 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in THURSDAY at 6PM for another live streamed episode of Cool Conversations with Kenton Cool! This week Kenton will be joined by mountaineer and a...

6: Victoria Pendleton CBE

07 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Two-time Olympic gold medallist and former World, European and Commonwealth champion cyclist Victoria Pendleton CBE has a Cool Conversation with Kento...

5: Melissa Arnot Reid

30 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Melissa Arnot Reid, the first American woman to ascend and descend Everest without oxygen, joins Kenton Cool to talk all about Everest, her career and...

4: Ant Middleton

22 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ant Middleton, star of SAS: Who Dares Wins and Celebrity SAS, joins Kenton Cool to talk all about Everest, his career and what they find motivational....

3: Nirmal Purja MBE (Nimsdai)

15 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's Cool Conversations with Kenton Cool with special guest legendary Nepalese mountaineer Nirmal Purja MBE, also known as @Nims Dai (https://www.yout...

2: Kenton Cool

08 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Love climbing? Love the outdoors? Join British record holding mountaineer and adventurer Kenton Cool every Thursday at 6pm as he chats with Barn Theat...

1: Welcome to Cool Conversations

08 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Love climbing? Love the outdoors? Join British record holding mountaineer and adventurer Kenton Cool every Thursday at 6pm as he chats with Barn Theat...