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Climbing Gold

Duct Tape Then Beer
Climbing
Olympics
Rock Climbing
Speed Climbing
The North Face
Mental Health
Bouldering
Competition Climbing
Yosemite
Taipei 101
Adam Ondra
Climbing Safety
El Capitan
Resilience
Chris Sharma
Yosemite National Park
Yanya Garnbret
Outdoor Climbing
Competition
Paris Olympics

When climbing was a fringe sport, the epic tales of achievement were told around the campfire. As the sport continues to grow, Alex Honnold and co-host Fitz Cahall grab the mic to share stories from the people who define climbing by pushing the boundaries and challenging the status quo of the previous generation. Watch full length episodes at dub.sh/CGYouTube

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Pete Whittaker may have captured climbing’s hearts through his and fellow Wide Boy Tom Randall’s quest to complete the hardest offwidth on the planet, but he’s also quietly become one of the best traditional climbers of his generation. After the offw... more

Offwidths – for most climbers they are a necessary evil, but for a fringe fraction, hard, often inverted offwidth climbing is the main attraction. We talk with offwidth climbers Sam MacIlwaine and Pete Whittaker to discuss the dark art of fists stack... more

Last year, Will Moss became the first person to onsight El Cap in a day. It might not have happened though if the food and coconut water in his haul bag hadn’t gone bad, forcing him to make a game time decision to go for it. Will possesses a preterna... more

Jon Krakauer’s Into Thin Air chronicled the 1996 Everest disaster and launched a generation of interest in climbing and the natural world, but for Jon the tragedy that unfolded around him left him struggling with PTSD and searching for peace. Now 30 ... more

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Recent Guests

Sam MacIlwaine
Off-width climber featured on the show
Off-Width master (Sam MacIlwaine)
Episode: Wide Ponies and Offwidths
Pete Whittaker
Off-width and crack climbing specialist
Whittaker, Sam, and Tom (Book author)
Episode: Wide Ponies and Offwidths
Will Moss
Semi-professional climber and college student; specializes in big-wall and trad climbing
Episode: Will Moss: Happy Little Accident
Jon Krakauer
Writer and climber; author of Into the Wild and Into Thin Air
Author / Journalist
Episode: Jon Krakauer: The Mountain's Shadow
Charlize Theron
Academy Award–winning actress, trained climber for the film Apex
Beats/Epic Films (Film: Apex)
Episode: Getting It Right: Charlize Theron and Beth Rodden
Beth Rodden
Climbing legend and mentor to Theron for the film Apex
Yosemite/North Face collaborations (as discussed)
Episode: Getting It Right: Charlize Theron and Beth Rodden
Connor Herson
Climber and student, Bay Area resident
Independent climber/Student
Episode: Connor Herson: Just Getting Started
Lincoln Knowles
Professional climber known as Lincoln Climbs on Instagram
Lincoln Climbs (Instagram)
Episode: Going Pro: Lincoln Knowles and Zander Waller
Zander Waller
Professional climber on US national team for bouldering
US National Team (Bouldering)
Episode: Going Pro: Lincoln Knowles and Zander Waller

Hosts

Alex Honnold
Host of Climbing Gold with a longstanding role as a climber and media personality; multiple affiliations noted across episodes.
Fitz Cahall
Co-host and creative director with a central role in shaping show direction and production.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
  • Fun stories from outdoor junkies

    This podcast is always sure to deliver a fun story from a niche corner of the climbing multiverse. Bonus point for Alex Honnold’s raw tell-it-like-it-is interviewing that ensures we are hearing the true story.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lazslo Panaflex
    Australiaa month ago
  • Episodes out of order

    I really like this podcast but the episode order is backwards. You have to scroll all the way down the list of podcasts to see the newest one. Fix that and I’m sure it will be more popular

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt73940552
    United Statesa month ago
  • Happy

    I love how chill this podcast is. I'm not a climber but it seems rlly fun, and now I'm begging my mom to take me rock climbing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ima jellyfish
    United Statesa month ago
  • Tuto Bené

    Super podcast man. We like-a the Alex Honnold. And the other guy is bene too

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barnaby Winters
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Not a climber but love the stories!

    Not a climber but love the stories! Jon Krakauer interview was so present and revealing. I’ll keep tuning in. Great stories cross and affect generations. Hard to believe it’s been 30 years since Into Thin Air was first published.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DBWVUSA
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Community and advocacy topics receive strong engagement.
Fans note high production value and insightful interviews with climbers and filmmakers.
Audience enjoys historical context and deep dives beyond technique.
Some listeners mention ads as a drawback but still rate content highly.
Listeners consistently praise storytelling quality and guest diversity.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#21
United States/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#7
Canada/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#7
United Kingdom/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#221
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#10
Italy/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#11
France/Sports/Wilderness

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Wide Ponies and Offwidths
Q: Is Century Crack still the hardest off-width in the world, and what makes it so challenging?
Whittaker and the guests discuss Century Crack's length, the continuous load on the same muscle groups, and the need to manage rest and restocking energy across multiple long sections to reach the top.
Wide Ponies and Offwidths
Q: So most climbers avoid off-widths as much as possible. Why have you guys sought them out to some degree?
Pete explains that past barriers were more about mindset and base skill, not inability; they needed to reinvent themselves as climbers, acknowledging starting at a lower level and gradually building endurance and technique to handle longer, more intricate sections.
Jon Krakauer: The Mountain's Shadow
Q: Why do you think Into Thin Air had such a wide impact, and what did you hope to convey?
I wanted to show the human and environmental complexities of Everest, invite readers to reflect on risk and responsibility, and understand that what happened was a confluence of many factors, not a single mistake.
Getting It Right: Charlize Theron and Beth Rodden
Q: How realistic did the filmmakers aim to be in depicting climbing sequences?
The team aimed for high realism, with Beth and the director of photography visiting Yosemite, researching gear handling, and scenes built around practical climbing and natural progression rather than purely choreographed stunts.
Getting It Right: Charlize Theron and Beth Rodden
Q: How did Charlize Theron prepare to look like a competent climber for the film Apex?
Charlize Theron trained with Beth Rodden, focusing on movement, footwork, and authenticity, while Beth tailored sessions to ensure she looked natural on real climbs and managed fear and weight on gear.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Climbing Gold

What is Climbing Gold about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show combines deep-dive conversations with influential climbers, filmmakers, writers, and activists to explore the broader culture, history, and future of climbing. Episodes often blend personal origin stories with reflections on risk, mentorship, media representation, and the evolving pro ecosystem, from historic routes to Olympic ambitions and access advocacy. Listeners can expect candid interviews, rich storytelling, and thoughtful commentary on how climbing intersects with film, conservation, and public lands, making it appealing to both hardcore climbers and curious outdoors enthusiasts. A standout is the mix of high-profile athletes and culture-shaping figures, delivered with a warm, insightful interviewing style that emphasizes ... more

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Recent guests on Climbing Gold include:

1. Sam MacIlwaine
2. Pete Whittaker
3. Will Moss
4. Jon Krakauer
5. Charlize Theron
6. Beth Rodden
7. Connor Herson
8. Lincoln Knowles

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