Episode 121: Women In Climbing Live from the 2018 CWA Summit
While I like to think that all of our discussions here are important, some are just plain bigger picture than others. This one falls into the bigger picture category.
Recorded live at the 2018 CWA Summit, the Women in Climbing discussion brought up many great points and offered several learning opportunities for everyone present. Special thanks to all of the panelists and to the CWA, particularly Emily Moore and Laura Allured, for allowing me to broadcast this discussion.
The discussion was moderated by Renee DeAngelis, and included Lynn Hill, Shelma Jun, Halcy Webster, Sophia Danenberg, Stephanie Ko Pound, and Becca Droz.
NOTE: The url for the CWA Summit given in the episode is incorrect. You can find the the correct link below.
Juliet Hammer is no stranger to crushing double-digit boulders, and unfortunately, to dealing with internet haters, too.
Recorded live at the 2018 CWA Summit, a discussion about diversity and inclusion in the climbing industry.
Brown Girls Climb aims to promote and increase visibility of diversity in climbing by establishing community, encouraging leadership, and creating inclusive opportunities.
A recent film made about Heather's ascent of China Doll, which put her into a small group of women to have climbed 14a on gear, left a bad taste in my and others’ mouths.
"Flash Foxy" founder Shelma Jun is an unapologetic force to be reckoned with.
Joy Black is a strength and climbing coach specializing in working with pregnant and postpartum climbers.
Melissa Ruiz has been climbing and competing for six years and recently started climbing outside. To put it lightly, she is stoked.
This week we're watching In Sequence: Katie Lamb and the Craft of Hard Bouldering from Patagonia Films!
Allyson Gunsallus is a mom, climber, and director of an upcoming film series that will uncover the issues faced by climbers who are parents.
Lauren Abernathy, coach and owner of Good Spray Climbing, works hard to help her clients – and herself – become better climbers.
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.
Our good friend Lauren Abernathy talks about the challenges of being a female coach in a male-dominated industry.