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Exit Point

Exit Point

Exit Point 68 episodes Jul 8, 2026

Exit Point is a podcast about BASE jumping, its culture, and the people who push the sport forward. Hosts Laurent Frat and Matt Blank talk with experienced jumpers and adventure athletes about risk assessment, best practices, and the mindset needed for progression. Episodes offer practical insights for newcomers and veteran jumpers alike, while exploring stories and perspectives from the BASE community.

Episodes

#71 Stane Krajnc: Old School to New Heights
#71 Stane Krajnc: Old School to New Heights Jul 8, 2026 46:35 In this episode, Sam Hardy hosts living legend Stane Krajnc. They discuss what Stane has observed and learned after decades of BASE jumping and the innovative process that he adopted to found Atair Canopies (one of the most prominent manufacturers of modern parachutes). They dive into what made Stane's career in air-sports uniquely sustainable as well as touch on advice for the next generation to
#70 Scott Paterson: Full Froth
#70 Scott Paterson: Full Froth Jul 2, 2026 52:52 Former guest Tim Howell hosts his longtime friend Scott Patterson, who is a professional wingsuit athlete, extreme sports media producer and demonstration jumper. Hailing originally from Australia, Scott lives full time in Switzerland and works full time as a sponsored athlete and professional skydiving and BASE jumping instructor. In this episode Tim and Scott discuss what it was like to be at
#69 Jimmy Peterson: Child's Play
#69 Jimmy Peterson: Child's Play May 28, 2026 1:17:57 In this episode Matt Blank hosts Jimmy Peterson as they examine the legal and ethical issues involved in tandem BASE jumping with minors.
#68 Lewis Jones: The Leader of Lemmings
#68 Lewis Jones: The Leader of Lemmings May 17, 2026 1:50:34 Hosted by Sam Hardy, this episode dives into the shadowed world of urban BASE jumping with Lewis Jones, one of the most infamous building jumpers in the history of BASE jumping.
#67 Feral the Good C#%t
#67 Feral the Good C#%t Feb 22, 2026 2:17:05 This installment of Exit Point was pulled from the archives, where it was never intended to end up. In this episode Laurent Frat sits down with the globally notorious BASE jumper and locally legendary Australian BASE Association leader known by his fitting moniker, Feral. 
#66 Jill Kuzman and the Mat Kenney Story Part 2
#66 Jill Kuzman and the Mat Kenney Story Part 2 Feb 18, 2026 1:03:25 This is the second part in a multi-part series examining the life and death of jumper Mathew Kenney. Part 1 can be found on episode #56 with Jeff Shapiro. In this installment, Matt Blank sits down with veteran BASE jumper Jill Kuzman to discuss her BASE jumping journey alongside Mat and how she views their adventure after his addition to the BASE fatality list. 
#65 Katelyn Escott Part 2: Straight out of Compton
#65 Katelyn Escott Part 2: Straight out of Compton Sep 17, 2025 44:59 This was supposed to be the second installment of a series following the career of Wingsuit BASE jumper Kate "Compton" Escott, but instead it has become the last in this series. This episode was recorded a month before she lost her life while wingsuit BASE jumping and aimed to cover her transition from up-and-coming amateur to true professional. You can listen to her first interview with us by scr
#64 Sara Pendlebury - mental health and high-risk sports
#64 Sara Pendlebury - mental health and high-risk sports Mar 28, 2025 1:45:43 In this episode, we explore the critical topic of mental health, particularly within the context of high-risk sports. Sara Pendlebury, a registered psychotherapist from Chamonix Therapy discusses with Laurent Frat the unique challenges faced by athletes in high risk-sports. They cover a range of topics including the impact of grief, the importance of self-regulation, and the role of community. Sar
#63 Dante Wardlaw: cross-training, learning, and the joys of flight
#63 Dante Wardlaw: cross-training, learning, and the joys of flight Feb 11, 2025 1:40:24 In this episode, Laurent sits down with Dante Wardlaw, a multidisciplinary air sports athlete. Their discussion covers Dante's journey from early exposure to skydiving and paragliding, to becoming a full-time professional. Dante shares insights into his rigorous but fun training schedule, his constant quest for improvement, and the delicate balance between humility and confidence. They also discus
#62 Peyton Malesovas: imposter syndrome, repression and next-gen progression
#62 Peyton Malesovas: imposter syndrome, repression and next-gen progression Jan 31, 2025 2:18:45 In this episode I’m Matt Blank speaks with Peyton Malesovas.  In an attempt to start bridging the gap between the gray hairs and the youngbloods, she’s agreed to come on and share her perspective about getting into BASE jumping and becoming an "intermediate".  They address imposter syndrome, early onset sendiness and she sheds light on the big-picture questions of how we keep the BASE jumping comm
#61 Jon Devore: triumph, tragedy and team work
#61 Jon Devore: triumph, tragedy and team work Jan 8, 2025 1:56:34 In this episode, Laurent sits down with Jon Devore.  Jon is a professional skydiving stuntman, aerial stunt coordinator, and captain of the Red Bull Air Force team. This episode is rich with insights and full of contrast. From his beginnings as an educator, to pioneering freeflying, to doubling as Johnny Utah in the Point Break remake - Jon shares how teamwork, and dedicated training were vital to
#60 Anne Helliwell: innovation, pioneering, BASE jumping legend
#60 Anne Helliwell: innovation, pioneering, BASE jumping legend Dec 27, 2024 1:34:56 In this episode, host Matt Blank pulls over with Anne Helliwell to get a look into the renaissance era of BASE jumping.  An integral part of creating BASE specific equipment, Anne pioneered and invented a substantial portion of the techniques and technology BASE jumpers use today. She’s been an active jumper for close to four decades, leading and participating in jumps all over the world. We touch

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