Mountain Mosaic

   This is the second of a two part series about mentorship. This episode features one of the Cher's of the Bow Valley (

   Knut is the first person I've recorded a conversation with that wasn't my close friend beforehand. The waters were totally uncharted, and the resulting conversation is one that I am excited to share. With an honesty that shines through in both his unrelenting goofiness as well as his humble wisdom, Knut talks about his experience and realizations regarding mentorship. 

   It was so much fun to spend time with Knut. I got my ass handed to me by his home climbing wall, and nursed the ass kicking with good whiskey and better conversation.

   As a young person in the climbing community. I have realized- largely due to conversations like the two in this series, that we all benefit blindly from the rampant and various forms of mentorship within the community, or at least I do. Learning opportunities can come from anyone and anywhere; it is imperative that we remain open to this.

Perhaps humble psyche is a facet of longevity in climbing. Knut Rokne walks the walk. 

Thanks to Knut and Colleen for their gracious hospitality, and for some damn good whiskey!!!!!!! 

Episode notes:

I didn't think about leaving my phone beside my glass of whiskey. Thus, you know quite loudly when I have a drink. 

Thanks to Luke Dean for the intro hilarity. 

Knut mentions the behemoth climb "Some Kind of Monster". More info can be found here.  

This is the first of a two part series about Mentorship. This episode features the sweet prince of the Bow Valley, Tyson Martino.

   Tyson and I talk about the road he is on, and those have picked him up when he's fallen, and inspire him to continue. As stated in the intro, I left these interviews largely unedited, as I found that the impact of mentorship was highlighted throughout the conversation as a whole. When compared to part two, it is evident that both Tyson and I are young and stoked, though our relationship with mentorship is one of partly blind benefit; we simply have not had the wealth of experience to understand the importance of mentorship in the community we love so much. 

I love my friends, and am so grateful for all that I've learned from them. Tyson has taught me so much. I am grateful for the adventures we've shared, and am excited for mas adventuras. 

Episodes notes:

I do not own the Cookie Monster content in the intro. But I do fuckin love it.  

Hello queens!
The puntcast returns with gusto thanks to Luke Dean!
On this episode Luke and I gorge on blueberries, crack a refreshing La Croix, and talk about the importance of boldly doing what you want in this life. Our conversation specifically is about climbing.

Luke dreams big, and acts bigger.
Thanks for the inspiration my friend.

The Puntcast left the harbour with a sail full of wind thanks to "BC Refugee" Kyle Smith, and his dog Chilko. This episode features tons of laughter, (headphone users beware) mounds of bullshit thanks to yours truly, and horrendous language. Our topics are vast. The first minute is a tidbit about Chilko trying to spread love and being greeted with a frightened tourist, and ultimately, the boys in blue.

A man, a dog, a sea of granite, a camera, and a beautiful landscape that despite being out of reach from the masses finds its grand natural beauty threatened by humanity. Kyle Smith is a great person, and I thank him for not letting me die in the North North Gully, and hopping on this rag tag podcast.

The cover photo for this episode is a beautiful shot by Kyle himself.