# #56 Jeff Shapiro: recovering a fallen friend, reflecting on loss, and reshaping perspectives

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Podcast: [Exit Point](https://stenobird.com/podcast/exit-point-4488235)
Published: 2024-10-29T11:27:52+00:00
Episode link: https://exitpoint.podbean.com/e/56-jeff-shapiro-wingsuit-accident-recovery-reflecting-on-loss-and-reshaping-perspectives/
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## Resource

Laurent sits down with Jeff Shapiro to share the profoundly personal and emotional experience of leading a fatality recovery from a remote wingsuit accident. Jeff provides a vivid recount of the technical challenges and emotional weight faced bringing the body of Mat Kenney home, while reflecting on the deep bonds within the BASE jumping community. Their conversation explores the balance between ambition and caution, the importance of camaraderie, and how personal adversities reshape perspectives in high-risk sports. This episode offers a poignant insight into human resilience and the powerful connections formed through shared intense experiences. This independent project is only possible with the support of our listeners. You can contribute by visiting: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/exitpointsupport Exit Point For more info visit exitpointpodcast.comProducers: Laurent Frat, Mark Stockwell, Matt BlankHost: Laurent FratSound: Mark StockwellMusic credit: Staccato Strings by Andreas Beats

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