
A podcast produced/hosted by Ashley Saupe, sponsored by Rocky Talkie and supported by the American Alpine Institute. This podcast aims to minimize future outdoor accidents by way of story telling. Real people sharing real stories. "Play Hard and Be Smart" www.thesharpendpodcast.com
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 139 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Sports | |||

Ep 127 - Trapped by Wilderness Fires - Juliet and Amy Tune into this episode to hear Juliet Evans and Amy Lu recount their harrowing experience in the North Cascades, navigating a wildfire threat during a backpacking trip. Learn about their decision-... more
In this episode of the Sharp End Podcast, Zach Watson shares a gripping story of a mountain accident in the Bugaboos, highlighting the importance of preparation, communication, and mental resilience in mountain rescue scenarios. Learn key lessons on ... more
Ep 125 - The Way Out: A True Story of Survival in the Heart of the Rockies - Devon O'Neil In January 2017, three families set out on a backcountry ski trip to Uncle Bud's Cabin in the heart of the Rockies outside of Salida, Colorado. What was meant t... more
Ep 124 - Climbing Liberty Ridge: Lessons Learned from a Challenging Ascent - Andy & Eric Discover the insights from climbing Liberty Ridge on Mount Rainier, including key lessons, mistakes to avoid, and the importance of weather awareness for climber... more
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I disagree with those who say she interrupts guests. I feel like Ashley asks thoughtful questions and clarifies information. That's her job! She's empathetic and insightful.
I appreciate the folks who come on to share their experiences. It's not always easy to discuss traumatic experiences and/or mistakes made, but they do it to protect the rest of us.
Thanks to Ashley and her guests!
I rly appreciate that the speakers on this show have immense amounts of backcountry experience, make honest mistakes, & share their stories & newfound knowledge. I’ve spent most my adult life in the backcountry & worked as a NPS wilderness ranger for 8 summers. Now, as an emergency dept RN, I still spend all my free time backpacking & bikepacking & am well aware of the longterm ramifications of poor choices & human mortality. Still tho I knowingly make many choices outdoors that I’d never recomm... more
The injured persons can’t recall incidents and speculate on everything from rescue timeline, treatment and their actions or behaviours. Guests are ill informed and have no real medical or other knowledge, is a forum for complaining just like this review.. don’t waste your time it’s just a bunch of sprained knees that have called for SAR helicopter extraction what a joke
This podcast generally does a good job breaking down the objective and subjective risks of outdoor adventuring, but often loses the thread. The most recent episode felt like a full book promo instead of an accident report. I skipped through to find the actual details but never really got them. Felt like a waste of time to listen to this episode and has turned me off from listening in the future.
Awesome show, you have great content that is harder to find these days. But PLEASE. Stop interrupting the folks telling their story, especially when it doesn’t pertain to their specific event. It really makes it hard to follow their train of thought and it’s probably tough for them to get back on track
as well. It just kills the flow of the story.
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A storytelling-driven show focused on backcountry safety, risk assessment, and resilience in outdoor adventures. Episodes center on first-person accounts from climbers, skiers, and guides, interwoven with practical takeaways on preparation, decision-making under pressure, and gear choices. A standout is the emphasis on learning from near-misses and emergencies through candid narratives, field-tested safety practices, and an ongoing commitment to making outdoor activities safer for others. The format often features long-form storytelling with targeted, actionable lessons, plus occasional expert insights on gear and rescue workflows that are valuable for outdoor professionals and sponsors alike.
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Recent guests on the Sharp End Podcast include:
1. Juliet Evans
2. Zach Watson
3. Devon O'Neil
4. Andy Schriner
5. Eric Miller
6. Mark Smiley
7. Garrett Vinoski
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