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by Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi, Jimmy Chin · 2018

Free Solo is a 2018 American documentary film that profiles rock climber Alex Honnold on his quest to perform the first-ever free solo climb of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. Directed by Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin, the film captures the intense physical and mental preparation required for this historic, rope-free ascent.

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The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Alex Honnold reveals how to systematically train the brain to manage fear
Understanding how elite athletes manage extreme risk offers a practical blueprint for overcoming everyday anxieties and public speaking fears through systematic exposure.
Aug 14, 2026 · 26 min

1 episode featuring Free Solo

Alex Honnold reveals how to systematically train the brain to manage fear