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In this enthralling edition of the Sends and Suffers podcast, delight in a deep dive into the adventurous and exciting world of rock climbing. Our host, Mario Stanley, brings to life the spectrum of experiences and passions that constitute the climbing culture. In this episode, Mario brings our attention to the heart and soul of a unique indoor climbing gym, The Blök, in Fort Worth, Texas. He ventures into the lives of this gym's visionary owners, Skylar and Vanessa, who uprooted their life in California to pursue their passion in Texas.  

In this episode, host and guest Paula Horwitz discuss her role as the executive director of the Climbing Wall Association. Paula shares her background in business management and how she became involved with the organization. They also touch on the challenges and opportunities that the climbing industry faces, particularly in attracting and retaining talent in a post-pandemic world. Tune in to learn more about the behind-the-scenes of the climbing industry and the work being done by the Climbing Wall Association.   CWA Website: https://www.cwapro.org/ CWA Summit: https://www.cwasummit.org/ CWA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/climbingwallassociation/   [00:02:00] Climbing industry and passion. [00:04:19] Climbing in Pennsylvania [00:08:27] Supporting regulatory issues in the States. [00:12:41] Community Hub Launch [00:17:43] There's nothing amusing about that. [00:19:57] Rapid growth and risk management. [00:24:55] Gym participation at the event. [00:29:29] Route setting and coaching. [00:31:10] Lack of career coaches. [00:36:09] Coaching career paths. [00:39:03] Don't start a comp team. [00:43:17] Opportunity for growth in gyms. [00:46:08] The secret to making the mole good. [00:49:06] CWA supporting industry growth. [00:53:10] Motorcycles and family support. [00:57:32] Collecting motorcycles and cutlery. [01:00:27] Passionate CWA team and Portland.

In this podcast episode, Marcus Garcia, a longtime climber and mentor, discusses the importance of mentorship in the climbing community. He shares his own journey in climbing, starting in Texas and eventually settling in Durango, Colorado. Marcus emphasizes the need for mentorship, especially in the youth climbing community, and how it can help climbers develop their skills and find their own identity. He also explores the challenges of being a coach, mentor, and guide and the differences between these roles. Marcus highlights the importance of vulnerability and transparency in mentorship, as well as the need for climbers to detach from their egos and focus on making a difference rather than seeking recognition.    Marcus Garcia: https://www.instagram.com/mgclimber1/

In this episode of the Sons and Suffers podcast, host Joyce Hayter shares her journey of becoming a gym owner and her connection to CWA (Climbing Wall Association). Joyce talks about her experience taking over the New Jersey Rock Gym, a well-established rock climbing gym in Northern New Jersey. She discusses her motivations and the challenges she faced in this new role. Tune in to hear Joyce's inspiring story and learn about her passion for climbing.     CWA: https://www.cwapro.org/ Climbing Gym: https://njrockgym.com/

In this episode, host Mario sits down with Alex Bernstein, owner of Ascend Climbing Gym in Pittsburgh. They discuss the origins of climbing in the city, the unique urban climbing initiatives taking place, and the challenges and rewards of owning a climbing gym. Alex shares his personal journey in the climbing industry, the impact of the pandemic on his business, and his hopes for the future of climbing in Pittsburgh. Tune in to hear about the vibrant climbing community in the city and the exciting opportunities for growth and accessibility.   Alex: https://www.instagram.com/alexbpgh/ CWA: https://www.cwapro.org/ Climbing Gym: https://www.ascendclimbing.com/   [00:01:03] Pittsburgh climbing gym history. [00:04:53] Urban rock climbing initiative. [00:07:19] Revitalizing urban bridge piers. [00:10:00] Urban climbing in the city. [00:14:21] The biggest struggle in opening the gym. [00:18:59] Making climbing accessible. [00:20:02] Transportation and convenience. [00:23:44] Making climbing more accessible. [00:28:43] Quick shout out to mom.

In this episode, the host sits down with Karl, who has a long and illustrious connection to the outdoors and rock climbing. Karl shares his background, starting rock climbing at a young age and eventually starting their own company, Climb Tech. Karl discusses how he brought climbing equipment into the industrial safety market, revolutionizing the industry. I expressed my surprise that climbing equipment had a place in industrial safety. Karl invented the removable bolt led to collaborations with a large concrete company for use in the construction industry. Overall, this episode explores the intersection of rock climbing and industrial safety, highlighting Karl's innovative contributions to both fields.  

In this episode of Sends and Suffers podcast, host Mario Stanley welcomes Taylor Fragomeni, an online climbing coach and rock climber, to the show. Recorded at the International Climbers Festival, the two friends-turned-homies talk about Taylor's climbing industry experiences. The episode is sponsored by Organic Climbing, a company that offers a range of climbing gear and accessories. Listeners are encouraged to support the podcast by becoming a Patreon and leaving comments and reviews.

In this Sends and Suffers podcast episode, host Mario Stanley introduces Mr. Alan Watts, a legendary sports climbing community figure. Known as the godfather of sport climbing in America, Watts's love for rock climbing is evident as he shares his perspective on the joy it has brought him. We also discuss where climbing has come from and where it is going in our eyes in the coming years.   The episode is sponsored by Organic Climbing, a leading company in the climbing industry, and listeners are encouraged to support the podcast by using the code "sends and suffers" for a 10% discount on Organic Climbing products.    Alan Watts website: https://www.wattsrocks.xyz/ 

In this episode of Sends and Suffers podcast, host Mario Stanley welcomes guest Jakar. They discuss their friendship and spending time together in Dallas. Mario also shares information about the podcast's sponsor, Organic Climbing, and encourages listeners to support the show by leaving comments and becoming a Patreon. Tune in for a fun conversation and updates on the podcast's offerings.