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Yosemite
Rock Climbing
Freerider
Bouldering
Women's Climbing Experience
El Cap
Alpine Climbing
Jacopo Larcher
Autonomy
Nameless Tower
Hansjörg Auer
El Capitan
Free Rider
Women In Sports
Ice Climbing
Alpinism
North Face Of Eiger
Mountains
Climate Change

Since 2002 Alpinist has striven to push creative boundaries with everything we do, from award-winning climbing journalism and creative writing to photography and art. Now, with the Alpinist podcast, we aim to extend our conversations with climbers and community members into interviews and oral histories that will entertain and educate our listeners with everything from dramatic and humorous advent... more

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In the film Guerreras, Alita Contreras is shown preparing for a long, traversing rock route on a cliff in Colombia. Her dog by her side, Contreras mimes the moves, headphones on, eyes closed, meditating on what she's about to climb.

Contreras was ... more

Climbing documentarians Peter Mortimer and Nick Rosen are known for films such as "The Alpinist" and "Valley Uprising." Now the directors are out with a four-part documentary series "The Dark Wizard," which premieres on HBO Max on April 14.

The doc... more

New York City might seem like an unlikely place for a climber of Will Moss's caliber to hail from. And yet, he managed to find his way from the climbing gym, to boulders in Central Park, to runout trad routes in the Gunks and big walls in Yosemite. I... more

When Sonnie Trotter was a teenager, he discovered a portal into another world. Entering the local climbing gym he found challenge, adventure and passion. By sixteen, he was all in, and he made it up his first 5.14 within just a few years.

The clim... more

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Recent Guests

Alita Contreras
Climber, translator, criminologist
Colombia/Venezuela-based climber featured in Guerreras
Episode: Alita Contreras - Woman Warrior
Peter Mortimer
Climbing documentarian, director of The Dark Wizard series
Mortimer Productions
Episode: Peter Mortimer & Nick Rosen - The Dark Wizard
Nick Rosen
Climbing documentarian, co-director of The Dark Wizard series
Rosen Pictures
Episode: Peter Mortimer & Nick Rosen - The Dark Wizard
Mary Catherine Eden
Professional climber and artist
Episode: Mary Catherine Eden: The Importance of Being Bored
Dawn Hollis
Author of 'Mountains Before Mountaineering'
Episode: Dawn Hollis: Flipping the Script on Mountain Relationships
Babsi Zangerl
Professional climber known for her significant achievements in climbing, including the first ascent of a route on El Cap in a flash.
Episode: Babsi Zangerl on Learning, Growing and Flashing El Cap
Len Necefer
Member of the Navajo Nation, CEO and founder of Native Outdoors, Chief Facet Officer of Sonoran Avalanche Center.
Natives Outdoors
Episode: The Many Facets of Len Necefer
Steve House
Professional mountaineer, author of Beyond the Mountain, founder of Uphill Athlete
Uphill Athlete
Episode: Training for the New Anything with Steve House
Sarah Pickman
Independent scholar, editor, writer, and content producer specializing in exploration history and gear.
Alpinist
Episode: Unpacking Packing with Sarah Pickman

Host

Abbey Collins
Host of the Alpinist Podcast, focusing on conversations with climbers and community members, bringing to light stories and issues within the climbing world.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 272 ratings
  • Great host

    This podcast is so rich in differing perspectives and stories. It is clear the host does her research to ask specific questions to get the best stories out of her guests. Every time I’m drawn in by the imagination and cultural differences the outdoors has for our coexistence.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    godiscgolf
    United States5 years ago
  • Sddz

    Yeeeseedf

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AVEmore
    Canada6 years ago
  • Great Interviews!

    Excellent, thoughtful and well edited interviews and more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ben-cha
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Garbage

    Episode about Karlo creating “safe spaces” in climbing is absolutely ridiculous. No one cares about your feeling. Shocking she was left behind on that big wall climb...

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    dhjdowodjdhd
    United States7 years ago
  • One of my favourite podcasts!

    The Alpinist is one of the best climbing podcasts. Paula Wright’s voice is hypnotizing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zObsidian
    Canada7 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of research and the diverse perspectives presented, highlighting the engaging storytelling as a strong point.
Overall, the podcast is recognized for its inspirational content that resonates well with both climbing enthusiasts and those new to the subject.
Many commend the quality of interviews, noting the thoughtfulness and editing that enhance the experience.
Some feedback suggests that there are moments where the host's delivery could be improved, particularly regarding vocal clarity during discussions.

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Peter Mortimer & Nick Rosen - The Dark Wizard
Q: How do you approach ethical storytelling when dealing with people's personal relationships and controversial moments?
We aim for a documentary that respects truth and provides multiple perspectives, even if it complicates the public memory of the subject and might be uncomfortable for some viewers.
Peter Mortimer & Nick Rosen - The Dark Wizard
Q: What was the role of Elizabeth Potter in shaping the documentary, and why was access to the journals important?
Elizabeth trusted us to handle the material ethically and believed the journals needed to be part of the story to portray the full spectrum of Dean's life, not just a curated legacy.
Peter Mortimer & Nick Rosen - The Dark Wizard
Q: Could you tell us about how this series came together and why you chose to focus on Dean Potter's complexity?
We wanted to tell a full, honest story that showed both the extraordinary feats and the human struggles, and to avoid a hero narrative by using journals and interviews to reveal vulnerabilities and contradictions.
Will Moss - One Step Further
Q: What does this achievement mean to you?
Moss expresses that it was a personal goal and he is mostly happy about achieving it as it represents a fun climbing day and challenge he pursued.
Will Moss - One Step Further
Q: How did you feel physically when it was over?
Moss felt very tired after topping out at 3 a.m. and described it as an amazing experience, achieving a climbing goal he had been working on for the last two years.

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The focus is on exploring the multifaceted world of climbing through engaging interviews and stories with prominent climbers and community figures. Topics often cover the history of the sport, personal journeys of climbers, and pressing social issues surrounding climbing, such as inclusivity and mental health. Unique angles, such as historical perspectives on mountains and the emotional aspects of climbing, are frequently highlighted, making the content both informative and thought-provoking for listeners. The format skillfully balances entertainment with deeper reflections on climbing culture and its broader impacts on society.

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Alpinist launched 9 years ago and published 73 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Alpinist include:

1. Alita Contreras
2. Peter Mortimer
3. Nick Rosen
4. Mary Catherine Eden
5. Dawn Hollis
6. Babsi Zangerl
7. Len Necefer
8. Steve House

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