In the seventh episode of Breaking Trails, renowned alpinists Maud Vanpoulle and Tom Lafaille reflect on their personal journeys to finding purpose in the mountains, and how they navigate the risk and reward of pushing their limits in extreme environments.
Maud Vanpoulle
One of the world’s most experienced alpinists, Maud feels most at home in the mountains —whether in Vallorcine, where she’s currently based, or on foreign expeditions. Maud is also a researcher in social sciences of sport, giving her a unique perspective on the human side of mountaineering.
Tom Lafaille
Descending from a long lineage of alpinists, Tom became the youngest mountain guide in history at the age of 21. He has received numerous awards and accolades for his extreme skiing exploits, including the first French ski descent of Broad Peak—a feat achieved without the use of supplementary oxygen.
