Passion, Obsession & Addiction in Climbing - Ollie Stamper
When does a passion for climbing become something less healthy?In Episode 17 of A Climber’s Mind, Mat is joined by Ollie “Stamper” Stamper, a former addiction counsellor with a fascinating perspective...
9 Sep 1h 15min
Steve McClure: Rainman, Trying Well & Life at the Limit
In this episode of A Climber’s Mind, I’m joined by Steve McClure - one of Britain’s most accomplished and influential climbers.Steve takes us inside the long process behind the first ascent of Rainman...
19 Aug 1h 19min
When Obsession Stops Working
I’ve always believed that obsession can be one of the most powerful tools in hard climbing. Visualising daily, thinking deeply about a project, and keeping it alive in your mind can create clarity, di...
1 Juli 16min
Determination, Grades & Why We Choose Hard Things
In this solo episode, I reflect on the last few weeks of A Climber’s Mind - including why there’s been a short break from the podcast, what I took from my recent conversation with Conrad Caddy, and ho...
24 Juni 14min
Conrad Caddy: Obsession, Pressure and Climbing 8B in 3 Years
In this episode, I’m joined by Conrad Caddy to explore the deeper story behind his rapid progression in climbing, including his recent ascent of Superman 8B after only around three years in the sport....
17 Juni 1h 53min
I'm Not Anti-Training
In this episode, I reflect on my recent conversation with Mike Boyd and use it as a starting point to clarify something important about my coaching philosophy.I think some climbers may have interprete...
27 Maj 14min
Mike Boyd: Fatherhood, Stress & Climbing Performance
In this episode of A Climber’s Mind, I sit down with Mike Boyd for a very honest conversation about climbing, having a newborn baby, career pressure, identity, stress, relationships, money, and what p...
20 Maj 1h 52min
Climbing Feels Different Now
Over the last couple of months, a lot has changed in my life.I’ve been balancing the start of this podcast alongside a fairly structured training phase, whilst also trying to organise my life and coac...
13 Maj 30min
