American Alpine Club Podcast

Scott Richards: “Piste-Off Old Guys” Ski the Patrouille des Glaciers

Lynn Hill: Refusing to Be Alone on The Pedestal of Her Fame

Climbing legend Lynn Hill reflects on her career, the evolution of climbing tactics, and the enduring value of community. Moving beyond the rigid "no-fall" ethics of her early days, she now advocates for modern sport climbing practices like stick-clipping and hang-dogging to ensure physical longevity. She emphasizes th...

Dane Steadman: A Case for Slow and Heavy

Alpinist Dane Steadman explores the shift in his climbing philosophy from the traditional "fast and light" approach to a "slow and heavy" style that prioritizes objective safety and sustainable engagement. By selecting routes on stable, non-threatening features, climbers can carry more supplies, reduce unnecessary risk...

Dr. Alison Criscitiello, Ice Core Scientist, "Has A Drilling Problem"

Geoff Powter: Searching for the Voice of Canadian Climbing

New Ways of Thinking Through Climbing Accidents

All About Bolts: From Federal Policy, to A Day of Local Rebolting With Ryan Kuehn

Sasha DiGiulian: Slinging Cacti, 8b Big Walls, and Recognizing Your Spot in Climbing History

Belaytionship Therapy: Tools for Better Climbing Relationships

Gym Climber Behaviors and Attitudes: A Look at the Data

Undercover Crushers: Brother-Sister Duo Vasya and Nadya Vorotnikov

Introducing: The American Climbing Journal, with Editor Matt Samet

Mentorship for the Next Level, with Sam Hennessey and Anne Gilbert Chase

Austin Mallet's Secrets to Building Momentum

Ask Me Anything, Prescription Edition: Stacked Rappels and Old Cams

Denali Rescue, 1979: The Untold Full Story

A Team Sport: The Psychology of Caregiving After a Climbing Accident

(Not So) Undercover Crusher Evan Hau: On Showing Up and Trying Hard

Tales from Red Rock's Risk Mistress: Joanne Urioste

Local Hero Dave Hume, on Bringing 5.14 to the Red in the 90s