Community recommendations: podcasts 🎧
Need inspiration for your training or entertainment for your commute? Maybe you're curious about what's happening in the climbing world right now? We asked you which podcasts you would recommend to other climbers and here are your answers:
1. The Careless Talk Climbing Podcast - Aidan Roberts and Sam Prior
Informal conversations - Stories - Personal experiences
As the name suggests, the podcast is based on climbing, although the conversation often goes off on a tangent. The show is often hosted by elite climbers who tend to get just as caught up in the conversation as the hosts. It's definitely a thought-provoking listen.
Find the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
2. Circular Economy Podcast - Catherine Weetman
Sustainability - Outdoor - Gear
Especially episode 130-134, which deals with recycling and upcycling climbing and outdoor gear, has been highly recommended. Catherine Weetman and guests provide insights into how we as climbers can reduce our environmental footprint. Overall, the podcast explores how circular, regenerative and equitable solutions are better for people, planet and prosperity.Â
Find the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
3. Climbing Gold - Alex Honnold and Fitz Cahall
Personal stories - Relevant right now - Campfire stories
Alex Honnold and co-host Fitz Cahall grab the mic to share stories from the people who define climbing by pushing the limits and challenging the status quo. An entertaining and informative podcast for those who are also obsessed with the legends of climbing.
Find the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
4. Lattice Training Podcast
Training - Tips - Climbing news
A podcast presented by Lattice Training - the world leader in climbing coaching and training. The podcast features some of the best climbers and coaches on the planet, exploring what works and what doesn't when it comes to training, performance and recovery. Whether you're a beginner or a professional athlete, you'll get a huge amount of new knowledge crammed into your head.
Find the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
5. The Struggle Climbing Show - Ryan Delvin
Tips - Training - Mentality
The world's best climbers share their challenges and breakthroughs in training, nutrition, tactics and mental strength. You'll get both practical tips to improve your performance and insights into the personal experiences of a wide range of elite climbers.
Find the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
6. The TrainingBeta Podcast: A Climbing Training Podcast - Neely Quinn
Training - Mentality - Personal stories
The TrainingBeta Podcast is a weekly conversation with some of the climbing world's best and most inspiring people. Professional climbers, climbing coaches and other insightful members of the climbing community share their experiences and personal climbing stories. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced climber, you'll learn something new.
Find the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
7. The Nugget Climbing Podcast - Steven Dimmitt
Tips - Training - Personal stories
If you enjoy in-depth conversations with climbers from around the world, this one might be for you. Through personal stories and anecdotes, listeners will gain insight into what drives some of the most dedicated climbers today, while getting practical tips to improve your own training.
Find the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
A huge shout-out to our brilliant community who have shared their recommendation with us! Do you have a recommendation that hasn't made the list yet? Write it in the comments section!