TED: Why did I ski to the North Pole? | Ben Saunders

The speaker shares his experiences of polar expeditions, detailing the challenges faced during his first failed attempt and the subsequent successful solo journey to the North Pole. He discusses the planning, execution, and technological innovations involved, as well as the personal and psychological aspects of such extreme adventures. The narrative concludes with reflections on human potential and future plans for an Antarctic expedition.

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