Briana Mazzolini-Blanchard and Devin Dabney | Doing the Work
Doing the work in a social media world can take it's toll. Today I sit down with my good friends Briana Mazzolini-Blanchard and Devin Dabney to discuss the hammers they wield, the way they interact with the work they do in public, and what that might mean for their well being.
Prerna’s biggest goal of all — and the one she’s certainly dedicating the most to — is to continue building an empowered community of female climbers in India.
Aman Anderson is opening doors to climbing with the BFL Combine.
Andy Leung believes in setting for growth of the community.
Juliet Hammer is no stranger to crushing double-digit boulders, and unfortunately, to dealing with internet haters, too.
Friends and activists Devin and Briana are doing the work in a social media world.
Coaching kids is more than just making stronger climbers.
Brandon Belcher loves cats, slopers, and choosing his words carefully, words which often carry an important impact that we need to better understand.
On race, mentorship, tough conversations, and making art.
Genevive Walker is unapologetic. She knows that it takes all types to make change, and she has the unique ability to be many of those types all at once.
Brittany Leavitt is an educator. By profession, by passion, and by choice.
Cancer survivor. Pathologist. Climber. Ninja Warrior. Favia Dubyk is a force.
Position Over Everything. Part 2 of a cult classic.
Building a gym is all about building a community.
While some climbers cultivate an image that is extremely shallow and limited, it's not so with Sam. He wears his heart on his sleeve, as well as his ruminations on that fact.
Recorded live at the 2018 CWA Summit, a discussion about diversity and inclusion in the climbing industry.
Researcher, coach, and climber Eva Lopez discusses the reactions to her research about finger strength as we try to find out once and for all: What is the best hangboard protocol?
Ayo Sopeju is a competitive climber, head setter at The Minneapolis Bouldering Project, and an artist who takes the utmost care with his work.
Shaper/setter Tonde Katiyo has put quite a bit of thought and care into his craft. He approaches it with both a pragmatism and creativity that often don't exist together.
Brown Girls Climb aims to promote and increase visibility of diversity in climbing by establishing community, encouraging leadership, and creating inclusive opportunities.
Ryan Gagnon brings data-driven research and infectious enthusiasm to his programs built to introduce and engage minority youth in climbing.
Continued from yesterday's Episode 81, Edwin and I come up with our Top 3 things we've learned from climbing with better climbers.
Climbing is unique in that we get to share the playing field with the best in the game. If we pay close attention to what the better climbers at the crag are doing, we can learn a lot.
Dr. Allen Lim, sports physiologist, author, and founder of Skratch Labs gives us a simplified breakdown of nutrition and hydration.
Justin Salas is a climber who just happens to be blind, just like you're a climber who just happens to have sight.
Marina Inoue is a 5'2" force to be reckoned with. She's the sweetest person you've ever met. Then she pulls onto the rock and crushes your project.
At a time when we're seeing a whole new generation of young crushers becoming adults, the role of the parent has become more and more important.
"Flash Foxy" founder Shelma Jun is an unapologetic force to be reckoned with.
McKenzie Long’s love of climbing – and dream of becoming a writer – led her to consider our relationships with public lands.
Don’t be fooled by Patty Law’s small frame and soft-spoken demeanor – she’s a fierce climber, mother, entrepreneur, and community cultivator.
Kris talks with Amy Skinner and Joan Chase about how the founding of Wild Iris Mountain Sports is inextricably linked to the rise of climbing in Lander, Wyoming.
During the 8th annual Joe’s Valley Festival, Kris sat down to talk to local legend and longtime crusher Steven Jeffery.
Prerna’s biggest goal of all — and the one she’s certainly dedicating the most to — is to continue building an empowered community of female climbers in India.
A climber since 1994, Kris was a traddie for 12 years before he discovered the gymnastic movement inherent in sport climbing and bouldering. Through dedicated training and practice, he eventually built to ascents of 5.14 and V11.
Kris started Power Company Climbing in 2006 as a place to share training info with his friends, and still specializes in working with full time "regular" folks. He's always available for coaching sessions and training workshops.
Don’t be fooled by Patty Law’s small frame and soft-spoken demeanor – she’s a fierce climber, mother, entrepreneur, and community cultivator.