theDIHEDRAL Podcast

UK paraclimber, Anoushé Husain, discusses her upbringing, health, civil service, and paraclimbing. Being born without her right arm below the elbow, Anoushé faced diverse challenges she was fervently determined to overcome. Spoiler alert: she did!

Anoushé's passion for inclusion and diversity inspired her to pursue a career in the field of civil service as a manager for the Department of Education in the UK. Her life experiences and commitment to the climbing community also are the reason behind co-founding paraclimbing London.

Anoushé  captivated us with her experiences and dedication to civil service.  This was such an inspiring and motivational chat, and we feel so happy to have the opportunity to share it with you!


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Hosts: Carrot and Gaia
Producers: Carrot and Gaia

Philosopher and Rock Climber Bill Ramsey works harder than most of us to accomplish goals that prove the payoff is worth the effort.  Conquering enormous feats both academically and physically, Bill takes us on a journey to where he's been and what it takes to get there.

Join us as Bill discusses some of his most prestigious accomplishments. 

Hosts: Carrot, Gaia
Producers: Carrot, Gaia

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Brittany was left paralyzed after falling forty feet from the top of a climbing wall, breaking her L1 vertebra, and snapping both the ulna and radius bones in her arm. However, her mental fortitude and arduous work propelled Brittany to the world championship stage of adaptive rock climbing.  Brittany's engagement and advocacy for adaptive athletes is inspirational beyond compare.

Join us as Brittany discusses her injury, adaptive climbing, and her favorite show... The Office!

Hosts: Carrot, Gaia
Producers: Carrot, Gaia

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Dr. Thomas was gracious enough to talk with us about her most recent book The Meaning of Travel: Philosophers Abroad.  If you have even the slightest inclination toward travel, then this book is a must read.  The overlap between philosophy, travel, and a deeper understanding of what travel amounts to, as well as where it originates, coalesce in this truly unique and spectacular book.  

Thomas articulates challenging ideas in a way that allows anyone to digest the breath and depth of a generally overlooked area of scholarship.

Hosts: Carrot, Gaia
Producers: Carrot, Gaia

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In addition to creating the most intricate maps of some of the most remarkable climbing destinations in the US, Rick and Stef founded the WTF 5.7 Tour, an innovative movement never seen before in the climbing community.

Stef is also the creator of the very popular Common Climber.  An on-line magazine that appeals not only to those who are proj-ing 15's but also those who are just learning what that means.

We hope you find their life stories as intriguing as we did!

Hosts: Carrot, Gaia
Producers: Carrot, Gaia

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Tessa received her BS from Michigan State University and did her graduate work at University of Alaska Fairbanks.  A marine biologist with a focus on fisheries and more specifically the growth and decline of the pacific salmon population.  Tessa has participated in field studies and research from Russia all the way to The Galapagos Islands.  She is currently the research and evaluation manager for the southern southeast regional aquaculture association better known as SSRAA.

Tessa joins us on theDIHDERAL Podcast to talk about life in wilderness Alaska as well as sustainable fishing and responsible consumerism concerning Alaskan Salmon.

Hosts: Carrot, Gaia
Producers: Carrot, Gaia

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Branndon Bargo and his brother Greg are two BEASTS who consistently push each other to great heights!  The next landing spot for these two is on PBS with their new show The Highpointers with the Bargo Brothers.

Join us as we talk to Branndon about the show, his upbringing, and his extremely adventurous spirit!


Hosts: Gaia and Carrot

Producers: Gaia, Carrot

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Arnie Kander, NBA physical trainer and consultant, goes over his physical therapy experience and its application on climbing and professional basketball.

Join us as Arnie teaches us some of the best ways to stay active and flourish during COVID-19 season.


Hosts: Gaia and Carrot

Producers: Gaia, Carrot

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We talk to Irene (She/Her) about the joy and struggle of climbing photography. As we visit Irene's journey through the discipline, she shares her secret to a fun and exciting climbing/life experience. 

Ladylockoff opens up about her drive to empower communities and her strategy to do so: challenge the status quo.

Join us as we look at life through Ladylockoff's lens.


Hosts: Gaia and Carrot

Producers: Gaia, Carrot

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Join the group for a talk about everything...what are our fears, how did we meet, what are our goals, why climbing?  Get to know the writers behind the words and interviews of your favorite climbing podcast.  A fun conversation where we bring the laughs and the sass!

An illuminating discussion with Texas A&M professor and climatologist Dr. Andrew Dessler. Dr. Dessler takes some time to dispel the myths related to climate change and explain the science in direct and understandable ways.  Dessler brings a fantastic mix of data and analogy to call attention to the preeminent issue of climate crisis.


Hosts: Gaia and Carrot

Producers: Gaia, Carrot

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Barclay Stockett joins us for an in-depth discussion on life, the process of discovering/rediscovering yourself, social justice, and her ninja warrior experience.  Barclay is a world renowned athlete and record holding Ninja Warrior. In this session, she opens up about the mind-set of competition at the highest levels and, more importantly, how anyone can use their voice to promote social change for a better world.  Barclay’s passion and drive inspires throughout the episode as she presents fantastic insight on what it takes to be a remarkable athlete and above all, an inspirational human being. 

Of course, it wouldn’t be Barclay if we didn’t talk about tacos, family, and the origin of @Sparklyninja!

To raise personal awareness on a particular cause Barclay is heavily involved in, please visit exileinternational.org and/or cajed.org

Hosts: Carrot and Casen

Producers: Carrot, Casen, Gaia

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CHRISTMAS SPECIAL:

theDIHEDRAL team sits down for a group chat on the pros and cons of celebrating Christmas.  In this special edition the team reveals where they stand on all things Christmas.  From Grinch to gifts, hallacas to pierogies, tinsel to tradition, we break down what we like and dislike about this festive holiday we have come to know and love/hate.  With a brief stint from the newly formed and recently dissolved DIHEDRAL choir, and an early Santa Clause spoiler we are sure to disappoint in the most undisappointing ways!


Hosts: Casen, Carrot, Gaia, and High-Clip

Producers: Casen, Carrot

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Mead McLean brings to life a history of rock climbing, discussing how his years of experience bleed together with all other aspects of life.  Having the right attitude in one arena leads to success and understanding in all others.  A master artist - Mead McLean touches on areas of life through rock climbing, art, family, and a "never give up" mentality.  Mead's impactful insight had us on the edge of our seats for the whole discussion.  With years of experience on rocks all over the US, Mead's glowing attention to detail brings the listener from Boone all the way to Hueco with vivid imagery and felt experience!


Hosts: Carrot and High-Clip

Producers: Gaia, Clay Burkhard, Casen

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Cody Amakali (aka Mama Dirtbag) discusses the challenges of life, climbing, family, business, and dealing with an autoimmune disease. Cody shares her struggles getting back into climbing shape after being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, as well as the role her family has played in the process. Cody joyfully opens up about her adventures and the role discipline and camaraderie have played throughout her climbing and personal experiences.

Hosts: Casen and Gaia

Producers: Clay Burkhard, Carrot, High-Clip

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Andrew Joyner - searcher, seeker, adventurer, and oh so much more - shares his personal story of growth, loss, love, life, and everything in between.  Listening to Andrew talk about his journey through the peaks and valley's of life's mountain is an emotional experience - traversing through despair and finding hope on the other side.  Andrew's life is a testament to the notion that sometimes we need to fall in order to reach new heights!


Hosts: Casen and Gaia

Producers: Clay Burkhard, Carrot, High-Clip

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Renowned route setter Morgan Young offers insight on the past, present, and future of rock climbing and route setting.  Morgan's experience on the wall exacts wisdom towards what it takes to engage in the mastery of craftsmanship.  Humor, humility, and excellence wrapped into one episode which appeals to all!

Hosts: Casen and Carrot

Producers: Clay Burkhard, Gaia, High-Clip

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Iconic rock-climber Aubrey Hodges joins us for a discussion about her exhilarating, limit pushing, and record-breaking experiences at the enduring annual classic "24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell".  Find out what it takes to compete, and feel what it takes to find your name at the top of the record book!

Hosts: Casen and Carrot

Producers: Clay Burkhard, Gaia, High-Clip

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