Cory Richards: From Everest to Enlightenment | The BASIC Show w/ Viktorija Pashuta

In this episode of The BASIC Show, host Viktorija Pashuta sits down with National Geographic photographer/filmmaker Cory Richards for a profound, no-BS conversation about purpose, polarity, and what it really takes to feel whole in a noisy world.

Cory opens up about:

🌋 Trading external validation for inner wholeness—and why fame never fills the void

🧭 “No accidents, only timing”: reframing setbacks and living from curiosity over certainty

🧠 Escaping the doom-scroll: nervous system hygiene, dopamine traps, and simple daily practices

📚 From Bipolar to The Color of Everything: organizing life by emotional polarities (hope/fear, pride/shame)

🌿 Nature as teacher: why we can’t be “outside” of nature and how to find silence anywhere

💗 Love > labels: purpose in one word, compassion in action, and myths about self-love & relationships

This episode blends expedition grit, philosophy, and grounded mental health wisdom. If you’re seeking calm under pressure—or a compass for a more intentional life—Cory’s insights will land deep.

🎧 Listen now and share: What one daily habit will you change to protect your peace?

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🎙️ The BASIC Show is hosted by Viktorija Pashuta — Editor-in-Chief of BASIC Magazine.

📍 Recorded at: 405 Motoring, Los Angeles @405motoring
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