Mike Tobin's Journey to the Top Of The World
Senior FOX News Correspondent Mike Tobin is no stranger to danger, having reported from war zones and natural disasters. However, he recently faced his greatest challenge yet: climbing Mount Everest.
Tobin shares his journey with Kennedy, detailing each step of the climb and explaining what motivated him to risk his life in pursuit of the highest point on Earth.
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