Best Alpinist Podcasts (2024)

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The Alpinist's Fate | Marc André Leclerc’s Story 24:14

19d ago24:14

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Marc André Leclerc was a fearless 23-year-old free solo climber that pursued extreme alpine challenges without safety equipment. Marc pushed the boundaries in the world of alpinism, despite warnings and near-death experiences. His passion for climbing remained unrivaled until the unexpected happened. To view the list of sources, visit: www.occurren…

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75 | My Path To Happiness Part I w/ Tyler Karow 1:10:37

3h ago1:10:37

1:10:37

I'm sure we've all been there—the dream of living a life solely dedicated to climbing: sponsorships, life on the road, making a living through our passion for the sport. For many, this represents the ultimate freedom. Often, this grand vision captures us in our early climbing years, yet it seldom holds much reality. Attracting sponsors and dedicati…

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The Deadliest Incidents at Jacob's Well | Texas' Most Dangerous Dive Site 29:10

2h ago29:10

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Jacob's Well, a picturesque but dangerous natural landmark in Texas' Hill Country, has claimed the lives of several divers over the years. Some incidents remain a mystery, but the common theme for what is known: don't dive in Jacob's Well. To view the list of sources, visit: www.occurrencepod.com Keep up with Occurrence! Instagram: @occurrencepod T…

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Ridge of Madness I Part Two 55:15

4h ago55:15

55:15

Following his grueling 145-day solo ascent of Mount Hunter's South East Spur in 1978, Johnny Waterman's life took a troubling turn. As his personal struggles intensified, a new team emerged to attempt the formidable route. Peter Metcalf, Glenn Randall, and Pete Athens set their sights on doing the climb in alpine style. Thanks to Jon Waterman and G…

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The Mysterious Disappearance of Eloise Lindsay 21:18

1d ago21:18

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In November 1989, 22-year-old Eloise Lindsay embarked on a solo hiking trip through South Carolina's Table Rock State Park, creating a baffling mystery about the details around her disappearance. To view the list of sources, visit: www.occurrencepod.com Keep up with Occurrence! Instagram: @occurrencepod TikTok: @occurrencepod Facebook: @occurrencep…

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What Really Caused The Grenfell Tower Fire | Decades of Negligence and Systemic Failures 29:37

10d ago29:37

29:37

What really caused the tragic Grenfell Tower fire in London, England? From government missteps to private sector greed, the extensive negligence that led to the disaster claimed 72 lives on June 14, 2017. With findings released in two phases due to the scale of information, this episode focuses on the systemic failures spanning decades that culmina…

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74 | I Am Gravity Lab Part II w/ Brant Hysell 1:06:27

4d ago1:06:27

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Welcome back to Part II of our conversation with Brant Hysell. Climber, olive mafia boss, and man behind The Gravity Lab YouTube channel. If you missed Part I, I highly recommend checking it out before continuing here. Today, it’s story time with Brant as we dive into three of his most memorable climbs: Freestone, Lurking Fear, and his recent solo …

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Christopher Blevins - the World Champion & Olympian on Mindfulness + the Transformative Power of Community & Bikes 51:37

7d ago51:37

51:37

Christopher Blevins is a mindfulness practitioner who builds community and a more inclusive and healthy world through bikes. He’s one of the best professional mountain bikers America has ever produced and one of the best in the world. He has won the Cape Epic and taken gold in the mountain bike world championships in the short track and cross-count…

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Concrete INFERNO: Grenfell Tower Revisit 1:03:32

9d ago1:03:32

1:03:32

On a quiet night in June 2017, Grenfell Tower in West London was engulfed in flames, leading to one of the deadliest residential fires in recent history.... This is a reuploaded episode before Tuesdays updated episode. To view the list of sources, visit: www.occurrencepod.com Keep up with Occurrence! Instagram: @occurrencepod TikTok: @occurrencepod…

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Ridge of Madness I Part One 57:48

17d ago57:48

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In 1978, an iconoclastic climber named Johnny Waterman spent 145 days soloing (and traversing) Mount Hunter. It was one of the boldest and strangest mountaineering feats of all time. But what could have been a launch pad into acclaim and prominence, turned into a descent of infamy and madness. Meanwhile, a group of 3 young gun alpinists prepared to…

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73 | I Am Gravity Lab Part I w/ Brant Hysell 57:00

19d ago57:00

57:00

In the age of social media and digital platforms like YouTube, creators often develop a "digital persona" that’s shaped by the content they produce. As viewers, it’s easy to make assumptions about who they are and how they live their lives. Today, we have the chance to peel back the layers and break down the digital persona behind The Gravity Lab Y…

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Cave Diver Vanished: The Roger Solari Mystery 15:43

25d ago15:43

15:43

Roger Solari and Martyn Farr went into Agen Allwedd together, but only one of them made it out alive. The two experienced cave divers were in one of the most dangerous cave systems in Wales and things went terribly wrong. One cave diver vanished, and mystery surrounds the circumstances of his disappearance to this day. To view the list of sources, …

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Caver Smothered in Rocks | William Coughlin Tragedy 17:55

1M ago17:55

17:55

When three friends went on caving trip to Cave City, Kentucky in May 1993, they would go home one friend short. And what happens reminds everyone of a tragic situation from the past. But thanks to the legal system, new laws holding business' accountable gave William Coughlin's family some semblance of justice. Floyd Collins Episode: Spotify:https:/…

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72 | Climbing North America's Most Iconic Route Part II w/ Bryce & Evan 1:02:48

1M ago1:02:48

1:02:48

Today, we continue our conversation with Bryce and Evan about their recent successful completion of The Nose on El Cap. If you missed episode 71, I recommend checking it out before continuing here. After listening to their account of what transpired on the wall during those 72 hours, I came to a realization. When we look up at a piece of rock like …

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Teacher's Fatal Mountain Hike Covered Up | English Calamity 34:50

2M ago34:50

34:50

A planned school trip turned into a fatal hike when a school teacher ignored several warnings. For over 80 years, the teacher was praised as a hero. Recently, a second look into the fatal hike that claimed the lives of several boys has uncovered shocking information. To view the list of sources, visit: www.occurrencepod.com Keep up with Occurrence!…

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Rewind: Olympic Gold Medalist Kristen Faulkner - The Power of Positive Risk Taking, Why She Walked Away from Her Dream Job & the Path to Pro Cycling Success 58:34

1M ago58:34

58:34

Kristen Faulkner is an American pro cyclist who won the gold medal in the women’s cycling road race at the Paris Olympics in truly stunning fashion, surpassing two of the most dominant racers in the sport with a bold attack that left them looking at each other while she drilled it to victory. It’s one of my favorite bike races I’ve ever watched. If…

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The Lost Tape: Roman Dial 1:20:15

1M ago1:20:15

1:20:15

While working on an upcoming 2-part series, I stumbled onto this interview with Alaskan author and adventurer, Roman Dial. We recorded this back in November 2017 and for some reason, I never got around to publishing it. Roman is a natural storyteller, so I’ve decided to leave this pretty raw with minimal editing. If you enjoy stories of adventure a…

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Poganica Bay: Diving Death or Murder Mystery? 16:19

2M ago16:19

16:19

What begins as an exploration dive by three crew members in Croatia's Poganica Bay, turns horrific when one diver, MK, doesn't surface. The search that follows reveals chilling discoveries leading to the arrest of two crew members and raises questions about the true nature of the incident. Was it a tragic accident, a desperate act of panic, or some…

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71 | Climbing North America's Most Iconic Route Part I w/ Bryce & Evan 56:37

2M ago56:37

56:37

I think you would agree that there is arguably no rock formation more infamous than El Cap . With its massive presence in the development of North American climbing, iconic size, and technical challenges, it stands as a beacon for climbers worldwide to test their abilities on a sea of stone. When we start climbing, El Cap is often at the forefront …

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Experienced Cavers Trapped in Flood | Binkley Cave 15:12

2M ago15:12

15:12

Seven experienced cavers entered Binkley Cave knowing rain was forecasted. When heavier rain than expected fell, the cavers didn't surface when they were supposed to. To view the list of sources, visit: www.occurrencepod.com Keep up with Occurrence! Instagram: @occurrencepod TikTok: @occurrencepod Facebook: @occurrencepod Twitter: @occurrencepod Oc…

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90 Pound Rucksack with Christian Beckwith 52:51

2M ago52:51

52:51

A few months ago I had a conversation with climber, historian, writer and podcast producer, Christian Beckwith. He’s been working on this really incredible project called 90 Pound Rucksack, which details the remarkable history of the 10th Mountain Division and it’s influence on outdoor recreation in America I have to admit, this chat was fun for me…

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70 | Ordinarily Extraordinary Part II w/ Evan Wisheropp 59:47

2M ago59:47

59:47

Today, we are continuing our conversation with Evan Wisheropp. If you missed part one, I highly recommend checking it out first. It provides a foundation for understanding who Evan is as a climber and how he achieved the objectives we’re discussing today. In this episode, we’ll dive into Evan’s two main passions: desert offwidth splitters and route…

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Great Molasses Flood: When Boston Drowned In Syrup 20:20

2M ago20:20

20:20

Harold Dorley, working at a Boston railway company's freight terminal, witnessed the unimaginable- the day molasses turned deadly. The catastrophic collapse of a molasses tank on January 15, 1919 unleashed a 40-foot wave of molasses that caused widespread devastation. The flood resulted in dozens of deaths and hundreds of injuries. To view the list…

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5 Traits of an Alpinist 22:00

2M ago22:00

22:00

A few weeks ago I interviewed North American alpinist, Clint Helander, for a deep-dive feature I'm working on for The Firn Line. At the end of the conversation, I wanted to have a little fun. So we did a quick-fire back and forth on what we think the top 5 traits of an alpinist are. It's a short conversation, but it's packed with knowledge and a go…

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Mt. Hood Ski Patrol with Dave Winterling 53:52

2M ago53:52

53:52

Dave Winterling is one of the biggest experts on the Mt. Hood Ski Patrol. He has been a patroller for 8 seasons, been the Chief Patroller, and is currently serving as the President of the Mt. Hood Ski Patrol. He joins us today for some skiing and a two part interview about the Mt. Hood Ski Patrol. Please donate to the Mt. Hood Ski Patrol at https:/…

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Frozen in Darkness | Ellison’s Cave Deadliest Incidents 28:57

3M ago28:57

28:57

Listen to the deadliest incidents in Ellison's Cave, the most dangerous cave in the state of Georgia. The four incidents involving adventurous but ill-prepared cavers, left everyone involved shocked at what happened. To listen to the Dyatlov Pass Episode: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-62gmn-1588396 To view the list of sources, visit: www.occurrenc…

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69 | Ordinarily Extraordinary Part I w/ Evan Wisheropp 41:11

3M ago41:11

41:11

Today, we are sitting down with Evan Wisheropp, a part-time professional photographer with a full-time passion for climbing. Evan's climbing journey began like many of ours—in a gym. From there, he explored various climbing disciplines until he found his true passions: desert offwidths and route development. Off-width climbing, takes Evan to Indian…

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Cory Richards pt. 2 - the Legendary Alpinist & Nat Geo Photographer on his new book 'The Color of Everything' - Rising, Falling & Beginning Again 49:31

3M ago49:31

49:31

A student struggling with his practice once asked the zen master Shunryu Suzuki to boil down Buddhism into a single phrase. Suzuki thought for a moment, then he responded: everything changes. This is part two of my conversation with Cory Richards about his memoir, The Color of Everything. Cory is bipolar and at different moments in his life he has …

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A Conversation with Will Stanhope 38:33

3M ago38:33

38:33

Will Stanhope is a Squamish-based rock climber, who is known for his free solos, big adventures, and witty sense of humor. All of those avenues are explored in this conversation. We talk about his inspirations as a kid, how he got into climbing, who inspired him as a young climber, his most memorable free solo climbs, his memories of the late Marc …

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Concrete INFERNO: Grenfell the DEATH Trap 1:05:31

3M ago1:05:31

1:05:31

On a quiet night in June 2017, Grenfell Tower in West London was engulfed in flames, leading to one of the deadliest residential fires in recent history. The concrete structure was a tragic death trap; and as the seventh anniversary of the Grenfell inferno passes, victims are still seeking justice. With the investigation still ongoing; shocking lev…

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68 | Seven Years of Silence Part II w/ Myles Moser 1:14:46

3M ago1:14:46

1:14:46

Hey everyone, thanks for tuning in and for being a part of The Climbing Majority. Today, we're diving into part two of our conversation with Myles Moser. If you missed part one, I highly recommend going back to the previous episode before continuing. This episode is PACKED with stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat. So I will keep thi…

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The Cassin Ridge 43:46

3M ago43:46

43:46

The Cassin Ridge is the ultimate classic line on Denali, rising almost 10,000 directly up the middle of the South Face. First climbed in 1961 by a large Italian expedition led by Riccardo Cassin, the route continues to be a testing ground for alpinists to this day. Recorded and produced by Evan Phillips Music curated using Artlist. SUBSCRIBE to The…

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The Seven Summits (plus Mt. Hood) with Scott Wazny 48:16

3M ago48:16

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Scott Wazny is a member of the elite Seven Summits Club. He’s climbed the highest peak on each continent. He also is a Mt. Hood regular and did a lot of his training and learning on the south side of Hood. I sit him down and chat about his experiences, what set his expeditions apart, and how Hood formed a foundation for his elite skills. Enjoy! As …

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67 | Seven Years of Silence Part I w/ Myles Moser 44:26

4M ago44:26

44:26

In today’s world, where social media, technology, and commercialism are at the forefront of our minds, the reasons why we climb can sometimes get a bit confusing. Professional climbers often need an “audience” for brands to market their products to, and climbers everywhere, myself included, share videos and photos of our recent ascents. It makes yo…

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A wolverine at Crater Rock? Flora and Fauna of Mt. Hood with Jeff Goldberg 37:34

4M ago37:34

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In today’s episode we have Jeff Goldberg. Jeff is a biologist with the National Forest Service for the West side of Mt. Hood. He answers my questions about critters in the Mt. Hood National Forest and talks about challenges facing them. We also talk mountaineering wolverines and how the Beaver protects the forest from forest fires. Find out more at…

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Rewind: 2nd at the Unbound 100 Gravel Race 2014 with @vontz x @blakeotoday - from the Archives 1:28:30

4M ago1:28:30

1:28:30

Doing hard things with friends is fun and even when you lose, you win. In 2014 I took second at Unbound 100 and superstar creator and now BJJ black belt @blakeoftoday took third. This episode originally dropped in 2019. I skipped the weddings of several close friends and trained 20+ hours many weeks for months to prepare for this event. When we did…

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Trip Report: The Moose's Tooth 39:53

4M ago39:53

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During a stretch of amazing weather and conditions in April, 2024, Suzanna Lourie and her partner, Olga Dobranowski, made an ascent of the ultra-classic Ham & Eggs route on The Moose's Tooth. The Moose's Tooth is a rock peak in the Central Alaska Range, 15 miles southeast of Denali. Despite its low elevation, it's a challenging climb due to its lar…

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66 | The Sandstone Alpinist Part II w/ James Barrow 1:49:57

4M ago1:49:57

1:49:57

Welcome back to part two of our chat with James Barrow! In our last episode, we heard about James' journey as a climber and what events ultimately lead to his most recent achievement: The Complete Towers of the Virgin Traverse. A link up that covers 20 distinct peaks, and 18.5k of elevation gain over 28 miles. The terrain involves runouts upon runo…

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Deep Sea Diving Gone Wrong | Waage Drill 2 17:46

4M ago17:46

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The Waage Drill 2 diving accident is a tragic case of deep sea diving gone wrong. When Peter Holmes and Roger Baldwin were saturation diving in the North Sea, something went wrong. A simple mistake by their supervisor lead to the divers boiling alive. To view the list of sources, visit: www.occurrencepod.com Keep up with Occurrence! Instagram: @occ…

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"Cabin in the Sky" and "Ranger, the Canine Alpinist." Short Mt. Hood documentaries with Ned Thanhouser and Jeff Thomas. 30:30

4M ago30:30

30:30

I'm honored to have a couple real historians and filmmakers with me this week. Ned Thanhouser and Jeff Thomas talk about their two Mt. Hood shorts: “Cabin in the Sky” and “Ranger, the Canine Alpinist.” Before you listen, go to https://oregonrockthepioneers.com/ and watch them both. I’ll wait. Glad you came back, enjoy my interview about the movies!…

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Land of The Forbidden 39:55

4M ago39:55

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When Fred Beckey and Ed Cooper climbed the Northwest Face on Forbidden Peak in 1959, they had to have known it was a classic route. It had all the features mountaineers look for in a North Cascades alpine climb: an arduous and long approach, tricky navigation over crevasse-laden glaciers, and steep exposed climbing to a sharp pointed summit. Since …

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Youth Ski Teams of Mt. Hood with Mike Greenslade, Shana Sweitzer, and John Rust 1:19:10

4M ago1:19:10

1:19:10

We talk to reps from three of the major ski teams on Mt. Hood. Mike Greenslade is the son of the founders of Mt. Hood Academy and Race Team. It is an accredited High School that focuses on preparing athletes for FIS level racing while providing a live in High School. Cooper Spur Race Team is represented by Shana Sweitzer and Mt. Hood Meadow’s Race …

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China's Death Marathon: What Really Happened? | Gansu Ultramarathon 37:14

5M ago37:14

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China's popular ultramarathon has hundreds of runners from all over the world participate in it. On the fourth Gansu Ultramarathon, a new course was used that left runners frozen on a mountain, and coined the name of China's Death Marathon. The disaster during the Marathon was something no one saw coming, but should have predicted would happen. Wha…

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65 | The Sandstone Alpinist Part I w/ James Barrow 1:00:05

4M ago1:00:05

1:00:05

When you hear "Zion National Park," what comes to mind? The Narrows, Moonlight Buttress, and some of the most stunning sandstone cliffs and peaks you’ll ever see, all packed into a canyon visited by over five million people each year. But what about the possibilities beyond the main canyon, beyond the classic hikes and climbs? Today, we’re chatting…

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Doctor Drowns Diving Against the Current | Enchanted River 15:46

5M ago15:46

15:46

Alfonso Amores was a retired doctor who loved diving. He was a trained cave diver, and adventurous spirit. After multiple trips to Enchanted river, he ends up in a situation where unique circumstances leads to tragedy. To view the list of sources, visit: www.occurrencepod.com Keep up with Occurrence! Instagram: @occurrencepod TikTok: @occurrencepod…

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First Ski Base Jump off Mississippi Head with Matthias Giraud 25:41

5M ago25:41

25:41

On February 28, 2008, Mt. Hood history was made. Matthias Giraud intentionally skied off Mississippi head for the first time in history. Seconds after getting airborne, he deployed his chute, glided gracefully down into the canyon, and skied into the history books as the first ski base jump on Mt. Hood. Today on the Mt Hood Podcast we are honored t…

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Tragedy in the Worlds Deepest Cave | Veryovkina Cave 21:32

5M ago21:32

21:32

Veryovkina cave is worlds deepest cave at over 7,000 feet deep. It's only natural that in the exploration of a cave that deep, accidents happened. What isn't natural, is the nature of accidents in the worlds deepest cave, because not all of them were from people who were supposed to be inside to begin with. Veryovkina cave may be even deeper than w…

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Joe Petrowski: Quitting Rocket Science to Be a Pro Cyclist in France 56:28

5M ago56:28

56:28

Joe Petrowski landed a great job as an aerospace engineer right out of college. Then he got the bike racing bug. People told him to stick with his demonstrably awesome, impressive and very high paying gig. Instead, he quit to go live in at times dismal conditions to be a pro cyclist, first in the UK then in France. And if you’re not familiar with d…

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A conversation with Lowell Skoog 38:58

5M ago38:58

38:58

Today, we’ll get to know Seattle-based author, climber, skier, and historian, Lowell Skoog. Lowell is a fixture in the Northwest outdoor scene, and has been exploring mountains in the Pacific Northwest for 60 years. In this conversation, we’ll talk about Lowell’s early years of exploration in the Cascades, some of the folks who’ve inspired him over…

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64 | Get Paid To Make 3D Climbing Maps w/ Martin Mora 59:09

5M ago59:09

59:09

What’s up everyone thanks for being here and for being a part of The Climbing Majority. Today we sit down with Martin Mora, co-founder and developer of Red- Point. Red-Point is a new app where you can use interactive 3d maps to explore and get detailed route information on boulders and crags. If you haven't already seen their social posts of their …

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