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Barbara Hillary is a 75-year-old cancer survivor who believes in pushing the limits. Barbara recently became the first black woman to reach the North Pole. Why did she do it? How did she do it? Tune in now.

Barbara Hillary is a 75-year-old cancer survivor who recently became the first black woman to reach the North Pole.

Barbara Hillary is a 75-year-old cancer survivor who recently became the first black woman to reach the North Pole.

We've just learned that one of our favorite explorers is ready her next adventure! 79-year-old cancer survivor Barbara Hillary is heading to the South Pole in her quest to become the first African-American woman to reach both poles.

A cancer diagnosis can be devastating but beating cancer is becoming commonplace. Check out Growing Bolder's library of interviews with men and women who not only beat cancer but emerged from the battle better than ever.

Here's something you won't find anywhere else -- GB's exclusive collection of interviews with remarkable men and women who are the world's oldest in their activity. If you want inspiration and proof that it's never too late, here it is.

Earth Day is just one day out of the year -- how can you help save the Earth the other 364 days of the week? Check out these inspirational stories to get motivated, and get moving!