Joe Simpson Pt. 1: Into the Crevasse

Siula Grande is a 20,814 foot behemoth that sits along the Peruvian Andes, a challenging ascent for even the most experienced climber. In 1985, Joe Simpson and his climbing partner Simon Yates made the decision to be the first people to scale its West Face. During their descent, their plans went awry and Yates was faced with an impossible decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices