Not Your Typical Climber
Not Your Typical Climber
Showcasing the diverse voices of climbers and exploring underrepresented voices in the world of climbing. From pro-climbers to amateurs, and everyone in between; every person who climbs has something that makes them unique, and that’s what we’re here to explore. Hosted by Mel Reeve.
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TikTok, Bouldering and the Outdoorsy Aesthetic with Jocelynne Flor
Not Your Typical Climber
08/21/24 • 31 min
Jocelynne Flor is a Toronto-based climber and content creator whose engaging videos make the world of climbing feel accessible to everyone. Through her educational and inspiring content, Jocelynne shares her climbing journey. Mel and Jocelynne explore the driving force behind her creativity, and why it feels important to make climbing approachable for all. Discover how Jocelynne’s authentic storytelling and educational approach are inspiring a new generation of climbers.
Links
https://beacons.ai/jocelynneflor
https://www.instagram.com/jocelynneflor/
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About your host:
Mel Reeve is an experienced writer, casual climber and enthusiast, bringing her knowledge and passion to the podcast. With a background in writing, copywriting and content creation, Mel is dedicated to sharing the diverse stories and perspectives that shape the climbing community.
Welcome to Not Your Typical Climber
Not Your Typical Climber
07/11/24 • 2 min
Not Your Typical Climber is a podcast that speaks to pro climbers, amateur climbers, hobby climbers, and anyone who finds joy in the sport. With a particular focus on the things that make us different and unique, the podcast uplifts the voices of those who have been underrepresented within climbing.
Every climber has a unique story to tell, and we're here to explore them.
Season 1 of the podcast coming soon, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss it!
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About your host:
Mel Reeve is an experienced writer, casual climber and enthusiast, bringing her knowledge and passion to the podcast. With a background in writing, copywriting and content creation, Mel is dedicated to sharing the diverse stories and perspectives that shape the climbing community.
Gender Bias and Climbing Grades with Kimbrough Moore
Not Your Typical Climber
08/28/24 • 36 min
Kimbrough Moore is a climbing enthusiast and philosophy professor, he joins us to share his perspective on climbing ethics. Find out how he got started in climbing, his competition experience, and his perspective on the issue of gender bias in climbing grades. Mel and Kimbrough discuss his ‘Brough code’, and how a more accurate and nuanced approach to grading can improve inclusivity in climbing.
Links:
https://linktr.ee/kimbroughclimbs
https://www.instagram.com/kimbroughclimbs
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About your host:
Mel Reeve is an experienced writer, casual climber and enthusiast, bringing her knowledge and passion to the podcast. With a background in writing, copywriting and content creation, Mel is dedicated to sharing the diverse stories and perspectives that shape the climbing community.
ClimbOut Festival: Creating Inclusive Climbing Spaces with Agus 'AJ' Guardiola
Not Your Typical Climber
08/14/24 • 29 min
Agus ‘AJ’ Guardiola, co-founder of ClimbOut Festival shares their experience creating an inclusive space for the LGBTQ+ community in outdoor climbing. Hear about their own climbing journey and the motivation behind starting ClimbOut Festival, as well as what it feels like to attend. Mel and AJ explore the work ClimbOut is doing to increase diversity and their advice on how to meet the needs of underrepresented communities to create more inclusive climbing events.
Links:
https://www.instagram.com/climboutfest/
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About your host:
Mel Reeve is an experienced writer, casual climber and enthusiast, bringing her knowledge and passion to the podcast. With a background in writing, copywriting and content creation, Mel is dedicated to sharing the diverse stories and perspectives that shape the climbing community.
Climbing with Compassion: Paraclimbing and Mental Resilience with Fallon Rowe
Not Your Typical Climber
08/07/24 • 49 min
Fallon Rowe is a climber with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (HEDS) and postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS). From competing in youth climbing competitions to trad and sport climbing as an adult, Fallon explores the importance of mental resilience and self-compassion in navigating the challenges of climbing with a health condition. Mel and Fallon consider the misconceptions and challenges faced by paraclimbers, and the importance of respect, community, and finding supportive environments in climbing.
Links:
https://www.instagram.com/fallonclimbs
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About your host:
Mel Reeve is an experienced writer, casual climber and enthusiast, bringing her knowledge and passion to the podcast. With a background in writing, copywriting and content creation, Mel is dedicated to sharing the diverse stories and perspectives that shape the climbing community.
Being A Climber in Palestine with Asia Zughaiar
Not Your Typical Climber
07/31/24 • 34 min
Palestinian climber Asia shares how she fell in love with sport and explains the challenges of accessing outdoor climbing in Palestine. She opens up about how climbing provides an escape from the restrictions and hardships of living under occupation. We discuss how Asia uses her creative skills to shed light on the reality of life in Palestine and to challenge misconceptions. And we get excited about her work on inclusive outdoor fashion.
Asia Zughaiar is a climber, writer, adventure enthusiast, and filmmaker. Asia creates content about climbing and her passion for the outdoors, as well as on the experiences of living in Palestine and witnessing the genocide in Gaza. She explores the experience of climbing in Palestine amidst occupation, and the complexity of how that feels, in honest and open videos on her Instagram page. She also works at a family-owned clothes factory alongside her father in Palestine. Asia is developing her own outdoor brand, which will be the first Palestinian outdoor brand of its kind.
Links
https://eveningsends.com/author/asiazughaier/
https://www.instagram.com/asia.zughaiar/
Donations:
Medical Aid for Palestinians - https://www.map.org.uk
Palestine Solidarity Campaign -donate.palestinecampaign.org
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About your host:
Mel Reeve is an experienced writer, casual climber and enthusiast, bringing her knowledge and passion to the podcast. With a background in writing, copywriting and content creation, Mel is dedicated to sharing the diverse stories and perspectives that shape the climbing community.
Mental Health and Breaking Barriers with Hannah Morris
Not Your Typical Climber
07/24/24 • 37 min
Hannah Morris started her YouTube channel as a way to share her love for climbing and as an outlet for anxiety. We discuss mental health, body image, and the pushback she has received as a woman with a prominent climbing platform. Mel and Hannah chat about inclusivity, her collaborations, and her aim to work with climbers pushing the sport in a positive direction. Hannah shares her most memorable experiences from her storied YouTube career.
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About your host:
Mel Reeve is an experienced writer, casual climber and enthusiast, bringing her knowledge and passion to the podcast. With a background in writing, copywriting and content creation, Mel is dedicated to sharing the diverse stories and perspectives that shape the climbing community.
The Art of Rock Climbing Photography with Irene Yee
Not Your Typical Climber
09/11/24 • 50 min
Rock climbing and adventure photographer Irene Yee shares how she became a successful photographer focusing on representation in outdoor activities, including climbing. Irene and Mel discuss the impact of her photography, why she’s committed to creating diverse content, and the transformative power of climbing. We cover developing the skill of self-reflection, how to handle mansplaining at the crag, taking up space on and off the wall, and falling in and out of love with climbing.
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About your host:
Mel Reeve is an experienced writer, casual climber and enthusiast, bringing her knowledge and passion to the podcast. With a background in writing, copywriting and content creation, Mel is dedicated to sharing the diverse stories and perspectives that shape the climbing community.
Climbing, Fear, and Redefining Success with Lor Sabourin
Not Your Typical Climber
09/18/24 • 49 min
Pro climber and mental training coach Lor Sabourin shares their journey into climbing and outdoor adventure. Lor reflects on the importance of defining success on their own terms, and their experience as a non-binary climber. They share insights into managing fear while climbing, drawing from their expertise in mental coaching. Mel and Lor interrogate how it felt to be the first openly non-binary climber to conquer a 5.14 route, and Lor offers their perspective on creating inclusive and accessible climbing spaces.
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About your host:
Mel Reeve is an experienced writer, casual climber and enthusiast, bringing her knowledge and passion to the podcast. With a background in writing, copywriting and content creation, Mel is dedicated to sharing the diverse stories and perspectives that shape the climbing community.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Not Your Typical Climber have?
Not Your Typical Climber currently has 9 episodes available.
What topics does Not Your Typical Climber cover?
The podcast is about Lgbt, Climbing, Inclusion, Podcasts, Sport, Disability, Sports and Diversity.
What is the most popular episode on Not Your Typical Climber?
The episode title 'Gender Bias and Climbing Grades with Kimbrough Moore' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Not Your Typical Climber?
The average episode length on Not Your Typical Climber is 36 minutes.
How often are episodes of Not Your Typical Climber released?
Episodes of Not Your Typical Climber are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Not Your Typical Climber?
The first episode of Not Your Typical Climber was released on Jul 11, 2024.
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