Rephonic
Artwork for The Duffel Shuffle Podcast

The Duffel Shuffle Podcast

The Duffel Shuffle Podcast
Mount Everest
Climbing
Alpenglow Expeditions
Everest
Rock Climbing
Mountaineering
Tibet
Skiing
Himalayas
Sherpas
Alex Honnold
Aconcagua
Mental Health
Acclimatization
Trail Running
High Altitude Mountaineering
Speed Climbing
Kilimanjaro
Olympics
Denali

A new podcast covering the world of climbing and skiing in all its forms, through the eyes of mountain guides. In each episode we'll unpack exhilarating stories, share invaluable insights, and get up close and personal with some of the most experienced and passionate guides and athletes in the industry.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes57Founded2 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
SportsWilderness

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Duffel Shuffle Podcast

Latest Episodes

With the 2026 Everest season now officially in the books, Sam and Adrian are back for their fourth and final installment of Everest coverage, with Adrian calling in from Denver where the season's biggest stories have been the talk of the festival flo... more

With the 2026 Everest season hitting its most critical stretch, Sam and Adrian are back for their third installment of armchair mountaineering coverage. 

Before diving into Everest, Adrian recommends HBO's four-part series The Dark Wizard on the lif... more

With the 2026 Everest season now firmly underway and the icefall finally open, Sam and Adrian are back for their second installment of armchair mountaineering coverage. 

Sam opens with a somber news section, paying tribute to two losses that hit clo... more

With the 2026 Everest season officially underway, Sam and Adrian kick off what will be four consecutive episodes of armchair mountaineering — a first for Adrian, who for most of the last two decades has been on the mountain rather than watching from ... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Climbing Gold
Climbing GoldDuct Tape Then Beer
The Cutting Edge
The Cutting EdgeThe American Alpine Club
The RunOut Podcast
The RunOut PodcastAndrew Bisharat & Chris Kalous
Alpinist
AlpinistAlpinist Magazine

Recent Guests

David Goettler
German alpinist, North Face sponsored athlete
North Face
Episode: How David Goettler's Introduction to Alpine Climbing Defined His Style for Decades at the Top
Christina Lustenberger
Notable ski mountaineer and North Face athlete known for first ascents and steep skiing
The North Face
Episode: The Key to Successful First Descents with Christina Lustenberger and Guillaume Pierrel
Guillaume Pierrel
Acclaimed ski mountaineer and mountain guide
Episode: The Key to Successful First Descents with Christina Lustenberger and Guillaume Pierrel
Amie Engerbretson
Professional skier known for her hard work and advocacy in the ski community.
Episode: Amie Engerbretson: An Indirect Path to Professional Skiing
Connor Herson
Young climbing prodigy known for freeing the Nose on El Capitan at a young age.
Black Diamond
Episode: Connor Herson - The Future of Hard Trad Climbing
Billi Bierling
Mountaineer and keeper of the Himalayan Database
Himalayan Database
Episode: Billi Bierling: Mt. Everest's Record Keeper
Anja Blancha
German climber known for summiting Everest without supplemental oxygen
Episode: Is Xenon Gas the Future of Climbing Everest?
Lucas Furtenbach
Climbing guide and expert on mountaineering logistics
Furtenbach Adventures
Episode: Is Xenon Gas the Future of Climbing Everest?
Mike Pond
Alpenglow guide who climbed Mount Everest for the first time
Alpenglow Expeditions
Episode: Is Xenon Gas the Future of Climbing Everest?

Hosts

Adrian Ballinger
Host of The Duffel Shuffle; mountain guide advocate; affiliated with Alpenglow Expeditions; frequent guest and collaborative host.
Sam Kekeffer
Co-host of the show; frequent collaborator and guide with a focus on ethical and safety aspects in mountaineering.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 190 ratings
  • Good show.

    Interesting guests. Prefer to hear more from the guests and less prattle by the hosts. Also please either clean up the language a little. Too many F bombs and the S word. Or just add the E warning to the episode in Apple Podcasts. So it’s safe to listen with children.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sarita7981
    United States17 days ago
  • Interesting

    Interesting enough

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Your 16th listener
    Switzerland2 months ago
  • Good listen

    Really enjoying the seven summit series. Would love to listen in the future to additional series like this! Some sort of category where u discuss each week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CR185
    United States6 months ago
  • Great podcast!

    Love the variety of topics, stories and info. Definitely has become one of my favs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mshollyhock
    United States8 months ago
  • Love the insights & conversations. Sweet pod

    Not a huge mountaineer or alpinist myself, but a few episodes I’ve listened to really break it down to simple terms and it’s fascinating.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    c0nnery
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Fans value the balance between host banter and guest expertise, and the show's mountain-life storytelling.
Listeners appreciate grounded discussions about safety, ethics, and industry trends.
Some listeners call for more guest diversity and cleaner production quality across episodes.
Audience emphasizes authentic, experience-driven conversations and practical climbing and guiding insights.

Chart Rankings

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

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How David Goettler's Introduction to Alpine Climbing Defined His Style for Decades at the Top
Q: What is your view on the role of oxygen and the ethics of no-oxygen climbs in the sport today?
He argues oxygen is a form of 'doping' in professional circles and stresses transparency about what was done, while acknowledging some climbers can still have meaningful experiences without oxygen; calls for separating commercial and athlete aspects and improving accountability.
How David Goettler's Introduction to Alpine Climbing Defined His Style for Decades at the Top
Q: Have you ever guided an 8,000-meter peak with oxygen?
He says no, never, starting with Kanchenjunga north side and an Everest attempt; emphasizes a lifelong commitment to climbing without supplemental oxygen and to mentor-like guidance rather than oxygen-assisted ascents.
How David Goettler's Introduction to Alpine Climbing Defined His Style for Decades at the Top
Q: What was your introduction to the Himalaya and how did you get started on the big mountain path?
David describes early exploration with his family and a formal young alpinist program, leading to expeditions in the Himalaya, discovering a talent for high altitude, and a preference for expedition mountaineering with altitude challenges and cultural learning.
Connor Herson - The Future of Hard Trad Climbing
Q: How are you balancing your climbing and academic life at Stanford?
Connor explained that he schedules his classes around his climbing commitments, often taking time off in the fall for climbing, while successfully managing to keep pace with his academic responsibilities.
Connor Herson - The Future of Hard Trad Climbing
Q: What did that look like? Do you remember when it clicked for you and when you were like, oh, I actually really like this and I want to start pursuing it?
Connor reflected on a few memorable days at the gym when he suddenly felt motivated to attempt climbs and enjoyed the process, marking the beginning of his genuine interest in the sport.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The Duffel Shuffle Podcast

What is The Duffel Shuffle Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-salt, adventure-forward show that blends two veteran mountain guides sharing hard-won insights with guests from climbing and skiing. Episodes cover safety culture, ethics, and the evolving dynamics of guiding, with frequent discussions of Everest, no-oxygen ascents, certification, and industry changes, all anchored by personal experience and a grounded, conversation-first tone. Notable strengths include thoughtful debates about risk versus access, a balanced mix of news, storytelling, and interviews, and sponsors that align with mountaineering operations. The format frequently toggles between host-led reflections and deep dives with athletes and guides, offering practical takeaways for aspiring guides, climbers, and outdoor professio... more

Where can I find podcast stats for The Duffel Shuffle Podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Duffel Shuffle Podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The Duffel Shuffle Podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Duffel Shuffle Podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Duffel Shuffle Podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The Duffel Shuffle Podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Duffel Shuffle Podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The Duffel Shuffle Podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Duffel Shuffle Podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The Duffel Shuffle Podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Duffel Shuffle Podcast:

1. Uphill Athlete Podcast
2. Climbing Gold
3. The Cutting Edge
4. The RunOut Podcast
5. Alpinist

How many episodes of The Duffel Shuffle Podcast are there?

The Duffel Shuffle Podcast launched 2 years ago and published 57 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The Duffel Shuffle Podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The Duffel Shuffle Podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Duffel Shuffle Podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The Duffel Shuffle Podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Duffel Shuffle Podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on The Duffel Shuffle Podcast?

Recent guests on The Duffel Shuffle Podcast include:

1. David Goettler
2. Christina Lustenberger
3. Guillaume Pierrel
4. Amie Engerbretson
5. Connor Herson
6. Billi Bierling
7. Anja Blancha
8. Lucas Furtenbach

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days