To that end, we thought we’d save you the trouble of having to do the hard work of figuring out which are the best podcasts to listen to if you want to catch up on the climbing world. Here’s our Top 20 climbing podcasts (in no particular order!), covering a wide range of topics from training to neat beta to epic stories and humour. These podcasts will entertain you on your way to the crag but also offer tips, insights, and motivation from leading voices in the climbing world.
1. The Enormocast
Host: Chris Kalous
Base: Colorado, USA
Since 2011, Kalous has created a cult favorite by sharing interviews with iconic climbers like Alex Honnold. This long-running podcast dives deep into climber lifestyles and philosophies.
Listen on:
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0reZMeCFdSHH3SM7HoEeCK?si=a100c0b258a647c9
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-enormocast-a-climbing-podcast/id490027390
2. The Nugget Climbing Podcast
Host: Steven Dimmit
Base: Oregon, USA
Dimmit’s show is geared toward climbers aiming to level up. He discusses training, technique, and mental game with top climbers and coaches.
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nugget-climbing-podcast/id1497082818
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0lvih5I7kELNS2NCs2Ab7r
3. TrainingBeta Podcast
Host: Neely Quinn
Base: Colorado, USA
With a focus on physical and mental training, Quinn’s podcast provides insights into diet, injury prevention, and strength-building to help climbers improve.
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-trainingbeta-podcast-a-climbing-training-podcast/id827233918
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7tx1NJfgmoHsUhY2tTIjd9
- Podbean: https://trainingbeta.podbean.com/
4. The Dirtbag Diaries
Host: Fitz Cahall
Base: Washington, USA
This podcast has been going since before podcasts were even a thing. Started in 2007, DirtBag Diaries is not exclusively for climbers – it explores a range of inspiring outdoor adventure stories and has amassed a large, loyal and global following.
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-dirtbag-diaries/id218290471
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7CzRhX5fsW2rmrLJxv9oUU
- Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/thedirtbagdiaries/
5. Climbing Gold
Hosts: Alex Honnold, Fitz Cahall
Base: USA
Hosted by legendary free climber Alex Honnold, Climbing Gold chronicles the evolution of climbing, blending stories and insights from the past and present.
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/climbing-gold/id1559139153
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/612nrvYLVeexAH4LzlxcpU
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ClimbingGold
6. Power Company Podcast
Host: Kris Hampton
Base: Kentucky, USA
Aimed at helping climbers achieve their potential, this show covers all aspects of training and the psychology of climbing.
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-power-company-climbing-podcast/id1071100620
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2d2YF0U7dg7b1RinB5AliD
- Youtube: https://m.youtube.com/@PowerCompanyPodcast
7. The Sharp End
Host: Ashley Saupe
Platform: Spotify, Apple Podcasts
Base: Alaska, USA
Stories from accidents and close calls in climbing, designed to help listeners learn valuable safety lessons from real incidents.
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-sharp-end-podcast/id1080036452
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7FkXUXRArsfnCUq29aMnep
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2tz7nGrJrlKl7JV91uKy2A
8. Bad Beta Podcast
Hosts: James Lucas, Lee Cujes
Platform: Spotify
Base: Canada and Australia
With a humorous approach, Bad Beta covers quirky climbing topics and provides entertaining discussions on climbing fails.
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bad-beta-a-climbing-podcast/id1232339273
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7dmMjb6migVRfWnV6tEhZH
- Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/thebadbetapodcast
9. The Careless Talk Climbing Podcast
Hosts: Aidan Roberts, Sam Prior
Platform: Spotify
Hosted by a couple of well-known Brits from the UK climbing scene, Careless Talk is known for unscripted, free-flowing conversations with elite climbers. Aidan and Sam provide an honest and spontaneous take on climbing life.
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-careless-talk-climbing-podcast/id1626857390
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4TmPWUyjeqtBIm9bNz2QhR
- Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-careless-talk-climbing-pod-4747577
10. The RunOut Podcast
Hosts: Chris Kalous, Andrew Bisharat
Platform: Spotify, Apple Podcasts
Base: Colorado, USA
The second in our list of podcasts hosted by Chris Kalous, The RunOut Podcast features timely discussions about the climbing world, blending industry news with insights from two seasoned climbers.
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-runout-podcast/id1343646999
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tx8mP9XQILhTo6YY7Rf9I
- Podbay: https://podbay.fm/p/the-runout-podcast
11. Jam Crack Podcast
Host: Niall Grimes
Platform: Apple Podcasts
Base: United Kingdom
A quirky podcast hosted by Grimes, a British climbing personality, who brings a good laugh to his interviews with some of the most famous names in the climbing world.
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/jam-crack-the-niall-grimes-climbing-podcast/id1065991509
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNcdC2Pe8IyNfKHFLe1U4
- Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Jam-Crack-Grimes-Climbing-Podcast/dp/B08JK2YB61
12. The Average Climber Podcast
Hosts: Lauren Abernathy, Caitlin Holmes
Platform: Spotify, Apple Podcasts
Base: USA
Hosted by the Founder of Good Spray Climbing, Lauren Abernathy, and Nutritionist Caitlin Holmes, The Average Climber focuses on really accessible climbing content, making training and technique relatable for climbers at all levels. In a world that can sometimes feel a little cliquey from the outside , this podcast is a really great gateway into the climbing scene.
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-average-climber-podcast/id1601067589
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/25SVaEoe7BC4UiwqcSdmfd
- Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/averageclimberpodcast
13. The Alpine Start
Hosts: Colin Haley, Kelly Cordes
Base: USA
For mountaineers and high-altitude climbers, this podcast explores climbing in extreme environments.
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alpine-start/id1578120536
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4sDsBpKxJz752Zpy3duBat
14. Circle Up! Podcast
Hosts: Allison Vest, Kyra Condie
Base: USA
With a focus on competitive climbing, hosts discuss mental strategies, body image, and motivation.
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/circle-up/id1657805627
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TFdG9rPd7pPs9fZwHpnTx
- Simplecast: https://circle-up.simplecast.com/
15. Out There
Host: Willow Belden
Base: Colorado, USA
Although not exclusive to climbing, Out There features some inspiring outdoor adventure stories and life lessons that we think climbing lovers will enjoy.
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-there/id975413460
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IbyFoyoYD0PknC7KeIqob
16. Curious Climber Podcast
Hosts: Hazel Findlay, Mina Leslie-Wujastyk
Base: UK Covering some of the more sensitive topics in climbing like body image and mental health, this brilliant podcast offers a thoughtful take on what it takes to make a climber.
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-curious-climber-podcast-chatting-with-hazel-and-mina/id1493298222
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08PZ5Xu2abUzKodo9hLruv
17. Basecamp Podcast
Hosts: Conrad Anker, Various Guests
Platform: Spotify
Base: USA
This show’s host, Conrad Anker, is one of the world’s most legendary climbers. In its episodes, with his guests he explores climbing philosophy, history, and recent climbing achievements.
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/basecamp-a-climbing-magazine-podcast/id1404501909
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7mrEe4JDVLv7YKxaWbQ3wS
18. Boulder Bros Podcast
Host: Julian Reiger
Base: Germany
This podcast shares insights into bouldering culture and climbing’s social side, with discussions on climbing lifestyle and technique.
Listen on:
- YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@boulderbros5534
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boulder-boys-show/id1728762148
19. ClimbSci Podcast
Host: Tom Randall
Base: UK
A data-driven podcast with renowned climber and route-setter Tom Randall. He delves into a lot of the science behind climbing, focusing on biomechanics and training. A fascinating listen for the geeks among us!
Listen on:
20. Erik Hörst’s Training for Climbing podcast
Host: Erik Hörst
Base: USA
Training & performance podcast by Eric Hörst, internationally renowned author, researcher, climbing coach, and veteran climber. Learn the best methods to improve strength, power, endurance, as well as mental and technical skills. Eric is one of the world’s most knowledge climbing coaches, and he will share the science & secrets for training more effectively and climbing harder!
Listen on:
- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eric-h%C3%B6rsts-training-for-climbing-podcast/id963297798
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1VOce9zQpi2B6rcx5owqPf
- Stitcher: https://trainingforclimbing.com/
- Podbean: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eric-h%C3%B6rsts-training-for-climbing-podcast/id963297798
You can also listen to the podcast directly on the website: https://trainingforclimbing.com/category/podcasts/
