Michael went on many expeditions with Sir Edmund Hillary and was a friend of his for 50 years and has written an in-depth biography of his life. In this interview we find out about how they first met and what going on several expeditions with him all around the world was like. We also learn about his memories of Sir Ed and the key points in his life and how they influenced him and what his character was like. Michael has had a fascinating life so it was really interesting to hear about his adventures as well. If you enjoy this then check out some of the other episodes in the back catalogue as well as there are more than 235. www.theseeds.nz
The book with Michael wrote on Sir Edmund Hillary: https://www.pottonandburton.co.nz/product/edmund-hillary/
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