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The Only Way Out Is Through

The Only Way Out Is Through

Natalie Brechtel leads a month-long traverse to the South Pole and redefines what it means to trust herself and feel safe in one of the world’s harshest environments.

The Dirtbag Diaries

March 22, 202445m 43s

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Show Notes

Natalie Brechtel joined the U.S. Antarctic Program at the South Pole for a supposed dream gig, but instead it was the start of a year marked by harassment, a toxic work environment and loss. Despite losing the ability to trust both her colleagues and herself, she kept going back, redefining what it means to feel safe. A decade later, she faced one final exit challenge: to lead her team on a 26-day traverse to the South Pole. 


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