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Kings, Queens, and GOATS by Luke Mehall

2026/10/09

Luke Mehall reads his story, Dancing With The Queen, published in Volume 22 of The Climbing Zine. --------------- OG Dirtbag Is Dead tie dye shirts: https://shop.climbingzine.com/collections/new-dirtbag-clothing-lines Subscribe to The Climbing Zine: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ This Bonus Episode is sponsored by Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/ photo of Dave Marcinowski on SOGO, Cave Wall West, Indian Creek by Luke Mehall

Gravity Is A Law with Barry Blanchard

2026/09/25

Luke speaks with Barry Blanchard, a veteran climber, alpinist, and mountain guide. Blanchard's new book: The Echo, Stories From The Edge of Survival was just published. He kicks off his book tour at the Yosemite Facelift this week. ------------------------------------- Check out the auction of Zines for Zaz: Rare zines for sale on eBay OG Dirtbag Is Dead tie dye shirts: FRESH DIRTBAG SHIRTS Subscribe to The Climbing Zine: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ This Bonus Episode is sponsored by Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/ Photo of Barry Blanchard by Steve House

For The Love of Bears Ears by Luke Mehall

2026/09/11

Luke Mehall reads "For The Love of Bears Ears" from his book, The Desert, a dirtbag climbing book. Our season finale for Season 8. Shop Climbing Zine: Subscribe to The Climbing Zine: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Our sponsors for this episode: Patagonia: Check out the new Big Wall Kit http://www.patagonia.com/ Kilter: https://settercloset.com/ Use code “zine” at checkout for a discount on your Kilter board. Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/ Photo of the author on Softman Splitter, Cave Wall, Indian Creek by Dane Molinaro

Love Live The Dirtbag with Cedar Wright

2026/08/20

At long last Cedar Wright joins the Dirtbag State of Mind podcast! We discuss Yosemite, The Stone Monkeys, The Dirtbag Fund, and much, much more. Plus new music from Devin Dabney, a preview of our next mixtape. ----- Shop Climbing Zine: Subscribe to The Climbing Zine: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Our sponsors for this episode: Patagonia: Check out the new Big Wall Kit http://www.patagonia.com/ Kilter: https://settercloset.com/ Use code “zine” at checkout for a discount on your Kilter board. Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/

Turkey Shooter and The Legend of Creeksgiving

2026/08/07

Luke is joined by Shaun Matusewicz, Tim Foulkes, and Dave Marcinowski for a podcast on the rituals of Creeksgiving. Most notably the Turkey Shooter, half marathon race, which includes the South Six Shooter tower. Shop / Subscribe: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Our sponsors for this episode: Patagonia: Check out the new Big Wall Kit http://www.patagonia.com/ Kilter: https://settercloset.com/ Use code “zine” at checkout for a discount on your Kilter board. Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/

Climbing Stewardship: A Forever Project with Erik Murdock

2026/07/16

Erik Murdock, the Deputy Director, Programs, Policy & Government Affairs of the Access Fund, returns to the podcast. We discuss all things climbing advocacy: no climbing area too big, no area too small. Access Fund site: https://www.accessfund.org/ Shop Climbing Zine: Subscribe to The Climbing Zine and score 50% off: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/ZINEFIFTY

Surviving Abuse, and Thriving After with Fallon Rowe

2026/07/04

Luke has a conversation with Fallon Rowe, author of the new memoir Pay No Mind: a memoir of climbing, abuse, and Survival. Fallon also contributed to The Climbing Zine, Volume 20. Our sponsors for this episode: Patagonia: Check out the new Big Wall Kit http://www.patagonia.com/ Kilter: https://settercloset.com/ Use code “zine” at checkout for a discount on your Kilter board. Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/ Shop Climbing Zine: Subscribe to The Climbing Zine/ score Dirtbag State of Mind goods: https://shop.climbingzine.com/

ASCA: Keeping Our Bolts Safe with Nate Liles (Dirtbag Classic)

2026/06/13

The American Safe Climbing Association (ASCA) is the leading bolt replacement group in the United States. This conversation with Nate Liles, highlights the history and work of ASCA, and the nuance that goes along with all things bolts. Support ASCA / learn more about their work: https://safeclimbing.org/ Shop Climbing Zine: Subscribe to The Climbing Zine/ score Dirtbag State of Mind goods: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Our sponsors for this episode: Patagonia: Check out the new Big Wall Kit http://www.patagonia.com/ Kilter: https://settercloset.com/ Use code “zine” at checkout for a discount on your Kilter board. Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/

The Dirtbags Aren't Dead, They're Just in Mexico, Part 2

2026/05/30

Luke Mehall reads his essay from Volume 26 of The Climbing Zine. Our sponsors for this episode: Patagonia: Check out the new Big Wall Kit Kilter: https://settercloset.com/ Use code “zine” at checkout for a discount on your Kilter board. Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/ Shop Climbing Zine: Subscribe to The Climbing Zine/ score Dirtbag State of Mind goods: https://shop.climbingzine.com/

The Dark Wizard Whisperer with Jim Hurst

2026/05/10

Luke chats with Jim Hurst, a dear friend of Dean Potter's, from the new Dark Wizard film. Our sponsors for this episode: Patagonia: http://www.patagonia.com/ Kilter: https://settercloset.com/ Use code “zine” at checkout for a discount on your Kilter board. Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/ Shop Climbing Zine: Subscribe to The Climbing Zine/ score Dirtbag State of Mind goods: https://shop.climbingzine.com/

Pursuing The Struggle with Felipe Garcia (Dirtbag Classic)

2026/05/02

A Dirtbag Classic with Felipe Garcia Our sponsors for this episode: Patagonia: Check out the new Big Wall Kit Kilter: https://settercloset.com/ Use code “zine” at checkout for a discount on your Kilter board. Shop Climbing Zine: Subscribe to The Climbing Zine/ score Dirtbag State of Mind goods: https://shop.climbingzine.com/

10th anniversary of American Climber (Bonus)

2026/04/20

Luke Mehall shares some words on the 10th anniversary of his memoir, American Climber. Shop Climbing Zine: Subscribe to The Climbing Zine/ score Dirtbag State of Mind goods: https://shop.climbingzine.com/

Poetry in Motion with Karly Rager

2026/04/17

Luke has a conversation with Karly Rager, who contributed a feature essay, Permission Slip, to the latest Zine, Volume 26. Our sponsors for this episode: Patagonia: Check out the new Big Wall Kit Kilter: https://settercloset.com/ Use code “zine” at checkout for a discount on your Kilter board. Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/ Shop Climbing Zine: Subscribe to The…

Climbing with Multitudes with Ashima Shiraishi

2026/04/10

Ashima Shiraishi discusses their journey in climbing, art, meditation, writing, film, ecology, and more. Our sponsors for this episode: Patagonia: Check out the new Big Wall Kit Kilter: https://settercloset.com/ Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/ Use code “zine” at checkout for a discount on your Kilter board. Shop Climbing Zine: Subscribe to The Climbing Zine/ score Dirtbag State of…

From Prodigy to OG with Chris Sharma

2026/04/03

Luke Mehall has a conversation with his all time favorite climber: Chris Sharma. Our sponsors for this episode: Patagonia: Check out the new Big Wall Kit Kilter: https://settercloset.com/ Use code “zine” at checkout for a discount on your Kilter board. Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/ Shop Climbing Zine: Subscribe to The Climbing Zine/ score Dirtbag State of Mind…

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4.7 out of 5

63 reviews

★★★★★

Bob8727 2021/12/04

Free audiobooks!

I listen to a lot of audiobooks and a lot of podcasts. I’m not sure I would’ve gotten around to reading American Climber by Luke Mehall if he hadn’t r...

★★★☆☆

Toothpick Wilson 2021/10/26

I like your writing

I like your writing. You are a great writer with good insights. But this new format, where you are just interviewing people is less engaging and less ...

★★★★★

MTsnowsurf 2021/01/28

Sooo...Good

This is more than just a climbing podcast. The way Luke writes, he creates an appreciation of the smaller things in life and how climbing puts the th...

★★★★★

Elijah52 2020/10/05

If you’re a climber, listen!

This is a great podcast! Really enjoyed listening to Luke’s adventure stories. As a Colorado climber I can relate to a lot to what Luke discusses in h...

★★★★★

fredbill222 2020/09/24

Bomber

Luke is the poet laureate of our generation of climbers.This show is the perfect companion for climbing road trips. Highly recommended!

★★★★★

Donquixote17 2020/09/23

I can’t stop listening

Luke Mehall’s writing is so good I can’t stop listening. He brings a combination of depth of insight and approachability to his writing that is hard t...

★★★★★

J*Diva 2020/08/11

Wow

I’m relatively new to climbing but I can relate to so many major points on this journey so far. Thanks for sharing!

★★★★★

Char862 2020/04/02

Honest and compelling storytelling

Thanks for sharing you journey Luke! Looking forward to more. You're doing a lot of good for those who went thru similar struggles.

★★★★★

TimmyFoulkes 2020/03/27

Stoked for this!

I really enjoy Luke’s books and storytelling. This podcast is another great way to enjoy his work. Listening to his book American Climber and getting ...

★★★★★

heartrockyogi 2020/03/26

Luke is an impressive storyteller

I really enjoyed this and look forward to listening to more.

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