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The Mettleset PodcastAuthor: The Mettleset
The Mettleset Podcast is on a mission to bring you stories of tenacity, courage and mettle from athletes in the Middle East and beyond. From womens sports and motorsports to adventure, action- and ultra- endurance sports, and everything in between, listeners will get a dose of the regions most compelling - fun and funny - underreported sports stories every week. Hosts Dawn Barnable (Sports Communications Professional & Ultra Cyclist) is joined by friends who range from record - and boundary breaking athletes, world-class explorers, community sports leaders and pro athletes at every stage of their career. For more info, visit www.themettleset.com and find us on all major socials at @themettleset. Language: en Genres: Running, Sports, Wilderness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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81. 🪂 High On Life: EXIT 139 - BASE Jumping from the Burj Khalifa with Katie Hansen & Cornelia Mihai
Episode 81
Monday, 24 February, 2025
In this episode of The Mettleset Podcast, we take you into the world of BASE jumping with two of the sport’s top athletes, Katie Hansen and Cornelia Mihai. Fresh off their participation in EXIT 139—a historic two-day event where 31 jumpers from 15 countries completed an astonishing 437 jumps from the Burj Khalifa—they share what it means to take that leap, both physically and mentally.Beyond the spectacle, BASE jumping isn’t just about adrenaline—it’s about trust, presence, and embracing life at full intensity. In a short but sweet episode, Katie and Cornelia reflect on their experiences, the mindset behind the sport, and why it’s not about being reckless, but about truly living.Links: 🔗 Read the full Arab News article: https://www.arabnews.com/node/2591124/sport 🔗 Follow The Mettleset on Instagram: @themettleset 🔗 Follow Katie Hansen on Instagram: @flywithkatie 🔗 Follow Cornelia Mihai on Instagram: @cornelia_mihai 🔗 Sign up for The Mettleset newsletter: sign up here Support the Show: 💬 Love the episode? Leave us a 5-star review and share it with a friend!-Dawn
