About this episode

Monet Izabeth shares her experiences as the first American woman to ski solo and unsupported to the South Pole.

In January of 2026, Monet Izabeth completed a 57-day expedition in Antarctica, becoming the first American woman to ski solo, and unsupported, to the South Pole. In this episode, we interview her, and find out about her journey to not only reach the South Pole - but all the challenges leading up to expedition. Links: Website: https://www.monetizabeth.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monet.izabeth Support Monet Izabeth: https://gofund.me/e529e5e3a Image: by Sara Jenner courtesy of Monet Izabeth Sponsors: Quince. Get free shipping with your order by using code EXPLORERS at quince.com/explorers Factor. Go to factormeals.com/explorers50off and use code explorers50off for 50 percent off and free breakfast for a year. New subscribers only, varies by plan. 1 free breakfast item per box for 1 year while subscription is active. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.com Interested in advertising on the Explorers Podcast? Email us at advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Matt Breen

Guest: Monet Izabeth

Topics covered

• exploration
• Antarctica
• women in adventure
• expedition challenges
• skiing

Keywords

• Monet Izabeth
• South Pole
• skiing
• expedition
• Antarctica
• women adventurers
• challenges

Sponsors

Quince, Factor

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Explorers Podcast, Airwave Media Network

Places: South Pole

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