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The Avalanche Hour Podcast

The Avalanche Hour
Avalanche Safety
Avalanches
Avalanche Education
Mental Health
Mountain Guiding
Backcountry Skiing
Veterans
Community Support
Skiing
Snow Science
Avalanche Forecasting
Outdoor Therapy
Guiding
Wallowas
Glacier National Park
Silverton Avalanche School
Snow Safety
Weather Patterns
Northwest Montana
Colorado Avalanche Information Center

Podcast by Caleb Merrill

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes236Founded9 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Be More Selective, Not More Careful: Hot Takes from the Avalanche Industry

Interview Highlights:

- A terrain-first avalanche education reset: clear language, fewer false certainties, better decision framing.

- Real-world mentorship you can actual... more

Interview Highlights:

- Coming home each day is always the goal, and debriefing seems to be a helpful tool in adding expertise to our experience.

- Debriefing can look many different ways. It can happen in real time during an outing, known as a r... more

Join us for our fourth installment of Slabs ‘n Sluff with Sara Boilen and guest co-host, Sean Zimmerman-Wall! Sara and Sean review January and take a look at what is coming up for February in the Avalanche Hour Podcast. We also hear an update from Do... more

Pascal Haegeli’s career path is anything but conventional. After completing his Master’s degree in Switzerland, he moved to Canada in the mid-1990s – where he found the opportunity of a lifetime. There he built an academic career and became a very in... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Sara Boilen
Licensed psychologist in Montana, specializing in clinical forensic and therapeutic assessment
Montana State Board of Psychologists
Episode: The Art of the Debrief: How to Add Expertise to Our Experiences: Sean Zimmerman- Wall x Sara Boilen x Ian McCammon
Dr. Ian McCammon
Expert on risk and outdoor adventure with an engineering background
Episode: The Art of the Debrief: How to Add Expertise to Our Experiences: Sean Zimmerman- Wall x Sara Boilen x Ian McCammon
Pascal Haegeli
A prominent figure in avalanche risk management and head of the Snow and Avalanche Research Group at Simon Fraser University, returning to Switzerland to lead research at SLF.
Simon Fraser University
Episode: Avalanche Science Beyond the Snowpack: An Interview with Pascal Haegeli
Luc Mehl
Alaska-based outdoor educator and author, known for his extensive outdoor exploration and knowledge of wilderness survival.
Author of the Packraft Handbook
Episode: Luc Mehl makes peace with Alaska's avalanche terrain
Jürg Schweizer
Prominent snow and avalanche scientist and head of the Swiss Federal Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research (SLF)
Swiss Federal Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research (SLF)
Episode: Snow, Science, and Surprises with Jürg Schweizer
Margaret Wheeler
Second woman in the US to achieve full AMGA, Ifmga Mountain Guide certification
Episode: After the Slide: Life, Loss, and Living in the Mountains
Jason Boone
Recreational mountain user and passionate panelist
Episode: After the Slide: Life, Loss, and Living in the Mountains
Kevin Grove
Educator and mentor in the Central Oregon area
Episode: After the Slide: Life, Loss, and Living in the Mountains
Alyssa Young
Calling in from Cascade Mountain Assents, a mountain guiding cooperative based in Bellingham, Washington
Cascade Mountain Assents
Episode: Slabs 'n Sluff - November in Review: Building Community

Host

Caleb Merrill
Host and producer, experienced in avalanche safety and education.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 350 ratings
  • Recreational BC skiers learn something new

    Thanks Caleb! I learn something new each episode about the physical and psychological challenges of BC skiing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thundersnowcrestedbutte
    United Statesa year ago
  • A staple for me

    Caleb and the crew do a great job keeping on my toes as a career avalanche professional. Thank you all for putting in the work. We are all lucky to have this production.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reeko99587
    United States2 years ago
  • Tremendous content and guests

    As someone just starting a career as an avalanche professional this my fave podcast. It’s highly educational from emotional well being, self-care, technical know how and best of all its entertaining. If you’re not in the mountains, listening to this podcast in the next best thing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WhistleTrout
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    As someone just beginning their time in the backcountry I appreciate all the informative and insightful conversations shared on this podcast. I look forward to the release of a new episode every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ListenNLearn13
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing, educational, life saving

    This podcast has connected me to the snow science industry on a level that goes beyond reading incident reports and recreational courses. It’s easy for recreational users to get complacent. This podcast got me plugged into ISSW, industry professionals, and what challenges different forecast centers are facing. From complex terrain choices to regularly checking the integrity of equipment, I take a little bit of each episode into the mountains with me. Thank you Caleb and the crew behind this podc... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pasta mike
    United States2 years ago

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The podcast is praised for its engaging hosts and the quality of guests, making complex topics accessible and relatable.
Many find the discussions to be thought-provoking, inspiring, and essential for community engagement in avalanche safety.
Listeners appreciate the informative and educational content, deeming it essential for anyone involved in snowy mountain activities.

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Talking Points

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The Art of the Debrief: How to Add Expertise to Our Experiences: Sean Zimmerman- Wall x Sara Boilen x Ian McCammon
Q: If we didn't write it down, did the debrief actually happen?
Ian highlights the importance of recording observations and learnings to ensure they are not forgotten and to learn from past mistakes effectively.
The Art of the Debrief: How to Add Expertise to Our Experiences: Sean Zimmerman- Wall x Sara Boilen x Ian McCammon
Q: What do you do if you're in a group that you just don't know each other that well?
Sara suggests asking impactful questions such as 'Where were we at our riskiest today' to facilitate deeper discussions and understanding.
The Art of the Debrief: How to Add Expertise to Our Experiences: Sean Zimmerman- Wall x Sara Boilen x Ian McCammon
Q: What kind of environment promotes a debrief, Ian?
Ian discusses the importance of recognizing deviations from the intended plan and creating an open dialogue to address these decisions for effective risk management.
The Art of the Debrief: How to Add Expertise to Our Experiences: Sean Zimmerman- Wall x Sara Boilen x Ian McCammon
Q: What do you all think leads to that?
Sara mentions fatigue and discomfort in initiating hard conversations as major barriers to effective debriefing.
The Art of the Debrief: How to Add Expertise to Our Experiences: Sean Zimmerman- Wall x Sara Boilen x Ian McCammon
Q: Sara, what are your thoughts on that? Anything come up to you while he was describing that to us?
Sara reflects on the recognition of the challenges in debriefing and emphasizes that her role involves frequent pauses to ensure feelings and feedback are processed.

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What is The Avalanche Hour Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast explores the intricacies of avalanche safety, education, and the mountain lifestyle, featuring a range of discussions that highlight the emotional and practical aspects of navigating snowy terrains. With episodes dedicated to topics like mentorship, community building, grief, and the psychological challenges faced in high-risk environments, it serves both recreational users and professionals in the field. Notably, the podcast pays tribute to influential figures in the avalanche community, emphasizing their contributions and the importance of emotional support among mountain enthusiasts. Each episode offers valuable insights and stories, making it a resourceful guide for those interested in backcountry skiing and avalanche aware... more

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3. Pascal Haegeli
4. Luc Mehl
5. Jürg Schweizer
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7. Jason Boone
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