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Episode 36: Sophia and David - The Battle of the Killer Birds

Sophia and her Dad David are much like any climbing family. Having wild adventures together and dad and daughter, enjoying something they love. However some of their adventures are a little more ambitious than most, and takes them on some wild adventures for an 10 year old.
We sit down for ScotRocks first international podcast with Sophia and her dad David to hear about her latest epic challenge. One of Scotlands most iconic routes.
Sophia is also using this challenge to help raise money to support more young people get access to climbing through her fundraiser: 
https://bagclub.akaraisin.com/ui/summercampaign/p/18ecf49f574e4c4492d07f9545d174e3?fbclid=IwAR0YZp90AuSrAY0nLA-aDfnTPv5W2JOMrP6KYCQY7Irk0S_YkLTE-mnRJlet
And here is the video of their mega adventure:
https://youtu.be/bJrah7fb56c

Episode 35: Jamie Lowther - E1＞E7 ”Runouts are interesting”

Jamie Lowther is one to watch over the next few years. A strong climber turning his attention to trad climbing and one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet, watch this space!
 
Jamie is one of Scotland's strongest up and coming climbing outdoor climbers, but although he is strong, he has actually been in the climbing scene for nearly 20 years. An accomplished competition climber, boulderer and sport climber, he is now turning his attention back to his routes and send some of Scotland's most iconic hard Trad routes. Including Dalriada E7 6b. 
 
If there was ever an episode to inspire you, this is it. Enjoy!
 
 

Episode 34: Duncan McCallum - Bolts, EICA Ratho, and now... The Ledge

Do you smell that? That smells like a new climbing! 
Duncan McCallum has always played a huge part in the climbing scene and the development of climbing in Scotland. From placing the first bolt in Scotland to opening Edinburgh international climbing arena in Ratho, I’m going to say every climber in Scotland has benefitted in some way from Duncans legacy, and he aims to continue having that impact with the Ledge.
So please relax for a bit of a history lesson and a look to the future, with Duncan McCallum

Episode 33.5 : Lanah Dunsmuir - The Professional Downclimber Part 2

As promised we are back with episode 2 with our resident Mental Health Professional, Lanah Dunsmuir.
After Lanah's awesome part one (go listen if you haven't), she is back to give you some helpful advice for how to deal with the stresses and anxiety that we often face while climbing. We talk about what we can do before we get on the project and what to do when it all becomes too much mid-send. 
As mentioned in the episode if you have had your own experiences of anxiety when climbing and you have used some of the methods Lanah talks about, or have found your own ways of coping, please let us know: robert@mountaineering.scot
Instragram: @Lanah.may

Episode 33: Lanah Dunsmuir - The Professional Downclimber

I've often get told I need professional help, so here we go... 
Yes today I am joined by Mental Health Professional Lanah Dunsmuir. 
Like all climbers she has gone through the rollercoaster mental gymnastics but all condensed into a fair shot period of time. Something she has battled with, but with her experience and skills as a mental health nurse she is coming out the other side a much better, and happier climber.
This episode is going to come as a two parter. Lanah wants a chance to tell her story but also recognises that many of us struggle with the same anxieties so she is also putting together an episode two, to give some helpful advice on how to manage the stresses we face as best as possible.
So sit back and enjoy the chat with Lanah and if empathise with her journey a little and want some guidance, then check out Episode 2 soon.

Episode 32: The Controversial Panel Show with Rebekah Drummond and Robbie Phillips

Better late then never eh!
 
Back once again with Robbie Phillips and Rebekah Drummond for our 3rd Controversial Panel show
 
This time we get deep and philosophical as we discuss
Short exciting video clips on social media and the impact these have on the sport.
If there's a hypocrisy in climbers advocating for protection of landscapes and climbing areas, while still wanting thew freedom to climb there unhindered?
What makes a good climbing coach and can these skills really be assessed?
 
Tune in, prepare to get fired up and if you have a strong opinion, let us know!
 

Episode 31: Kirsty Pallas - ”I’m immune to Hot Aches”

This month we are joined by the wonderful Kirsty Pallas. New to the Mountaineering Scotland team she couldn't escape an interview. 
 
Kirsty is one of the fresh faces coming up through the instructor qualifications, with her sights set firmly on getting her Winter Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor award by the time she's 30. She's fast tracked herself through working in the industry with pure passion and hard graft. 
 
In this episode we get to know a bit about Kirsty before diving into some ethical debates and the gender balance in the professional side of our sport. 
 
So grab a cuppa, and enjoy a chat with Kirsty Pallas.

Episode 30: Jamie White - Climb Free

Real feel good episode for you all this month, as Robert hides away in a dark cupboard with one of the nicest guys in climbing. 
 
Jamie White started ClimbFree a 'small' non-profit social enterprise down in Sussex to help  who’s aim is to help those with poor mental health climb back to mental fitness. Following his own personal experience and using climbing as a tool to help himself heal, he started ClimbFree to try and help others on a path back to mental wellness. Over the first 10 months they have seen over 350 people try climbing as a mental health tool. 
 
Jamies story and his journey to helping others is a roller coaster that will restore your faith that there are genuine good people in this world. So strap in and enjoy the chat, with Jamie White.