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Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineDirtbag Rich: Blake Boles and Luke MehallAnother conversation where Luke is the guest. This episode is from the “Dirtbag Rich” podcast, hosted by Blake Boles. Our sponsors for Season 7: Kilter: http://settercloset.com (email holds@kiltergrips.com for more information) Scarpa: www.scarpa.com Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/ Subscribe/ score some books/clothes/stickers: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ photo by Jake Burchmore…
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Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineLife Is A Beautiful Struggle: Ryan Devlin and Luke MehallThe tables are turned on our host, Luke Mehall, as we share this episode of his appearance on The Struggle Climbing Show, hosted by Ryan Devlin. Our sponsors for Season 7: Kilter: http://settercloset.com (email holds@kiltergrips.com for more information) Scarpa: www.scarpa.com Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/ Subscribe/ score some books/clothes/stickers: https://shop.climbingzine.com/
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Dirtbag RichLuke Mehall: climber, writer, publisher, podcasterLuke Mehall is a 46-year-old climber, writer, and self-described dirtbag who turned a one-time zine into a print publishing business and podcast. (climbingzine.com / @lukemehall_writer)After escaping a Midwest upbringing and mental health struggles in his early twenties, Luke found stability through poetry, climbing, and the encouragement of writing professors at a small liberal arts college. He spent a few years dirtbagging full-time—living under rocks, washing dishes, and following the ethos of Jack Kerouac and the Grateful Dead—before settling into a more balanced life.Today, Luke lives between Durango (Colorado) and Potrero Chic...2025-04-271h 01
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineA Letter And Poem for Kurt BlairA second preseason episode before we kick off Season 7. A letter and poem for our dear friend Kurt Blair, who passed away last year. Poem read by Marcus Garcia, and letter read by host Luke Mehall.
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Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe Dirtbags Aren't Dead, They're Just In MexicoLuke Mehall reads “The Dirtbags Aren’t Dead, They’re Just In Mexico” published in the new issue of The Climbing Zine, Volume 25, now available. Photo by Ivan Ioza https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Our sponsors for Season 6: Kilter: http://settercloset.com (email holds@kiltergrips.com for more information) Scarpa: www.scarpa.com Mountain Project / OnX: https://www.mountainproject.com/
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Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineUntroubled with Alex Honnold“I climb my best 4,000 feet off the ground” – Alex Honnold. Luke Mehall + Alex Honnold in a dirtbag state of mind. …
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Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe Microdose MixtapeIntroducing our first ever mixtape from The Climbing Zine. The Microdose Mixtape pairs Luke Mehall’s spoken word poetry, with the music of Devin Dabney. Enjoy. Merch is available here: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Tapes and vinyl will be available shortly2024-07-0417 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineFrom The Ice Rink To The Ice Climb with Taylor LuneauA conversation with Taylor Luneau. Taylor discovered climbing after an injury derailed his ice hockey career. Taylor and Luke have a wide ranging conversation from local climbing organizations to the relationship of climate change and ice climbing, and much more. Plus in the outro is the premiere of the poem 5.6+ from the upcoming Microdose…2024-06-1300 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineClimbs Fall ApartLuke Mehall reads his piece, “Climbs Fall Apart” which is published in Volume 24 of The Climbing Zine; the episode ends with his poem “A Climber Who Cries” from the upcoming Microdose Mixtape. Zine links: Support our podcast on Patreon KEEP THE ZINE ALIVE + Subscribe Score 15% off anything in our online store Our…2024-04-1320 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZinePursuing The Struggle with Felipe GarciaA conversation with Felipe Garcia. Felipe and Luke have a conversation about climbing in Guatemala, first ascents, living, working, and training on a boat for two months, and much more at the outdoor studio in El Potrero Chico, Mexico. Zine links: Support our podcast on Patreon KEEP THE ZINE ALIVE + Subscribe Score 15% off…2024-04-031h 08
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineA Love Letter To The FirebrandLuke reads his “Love Letter To The Firebrand” the final episode of Season 5. With a special guest surprise from Heidi Magnus. Subscribe + Keep The Zine Alive: https://shop.climbingzine.com/2023-12-1821 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineExploring The Lines of Climbing and Writing with Greg PettysA conversation with my brother from another, Greg Pettys. Greg is an original contributor to The Climbing Zine, and though he’s not an obsessive climber, he has the heart of a climber. Greg Pettys’s Substack Luke’s Substack Hip Hop and Climbing Vol. 1 Playlist curated by The Zine Zine links: Support our podcast on Patreon…2023-09-071h 04
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineTo Live and Die in YosemiteLuke Mehall reads his essay, “To Live and Die in Yosemite” published in The Climbing Zine Volume 23. Zine links: Support our podcast on Patreon KEEP THE ZINE ALIVE + Subscribe Score 15% off anything in our online store Our sponsors for Season 5: Kilter: http://settercloset.com (email holds@kiltergrips.com for more information) Scarpa: www.scarpa.com Edelrid: https://edelrid.com/us-en Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/2023-07-0231 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineOn Mole with Mark GrundonOur second episode recorded in El Potrero Chico, Mexico, is with Mark Grundon. Mark and Luke have been friends for over twenty years, and have experienced many highs and lows together. Mark is a prolific route developer in Mexico, and he’s the owner of El Potrero Chico Guides. El Potrero Chico Guides Zine links: Support…2023-06-2248 min
The Nugget Climbing PodcastEP 150: Luke Mehall — How Climbing Gave Him His Life, Creating The Climbing Zine, and Sustaining Creative WorkLuke Mehall is the creator of The Climbing Zine and The Dirtbag State of Mind podcast. In this episode, we take turns interviewing each other. I ask Luke why he started The Climbing Zine, what lessons climbing has taught him, what themes connect the stories he selects, and how to sustain creative work. He asks me about my origin story with The Nugget, what all of these interviews have brought to my life, and the difficulties I’ve faced along the way.Check out The Climbing Zine!climbingzine.comCheck out Grasshopper Climbing!...2023-01-021h 14
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineCreeksgivingMehall reads the essay “Creeksgiving”. A tale of the old school celebration in the Super Bowl campground. Check out some more stories/content: www.climbingzine.com Discount link for 15% off any product (except subscriptions) in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theclimbingzine Our sponsors: Kilter: http://settercloset.com (email holds@kiltergrips.com for more information) Scarpa: www.scarpa.com Patagonia: www.patagonia.com/cleanclimbing Sterling: www.sterlingrope.com (use the code DIRTBAG) for…2022-12-0216 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineAdventures With Two Tent TimmyAdventures With Two Tent Timmy is a zine classic, that will be republished in The Climbing Zine Book 2, now available to preorder. Read and written by Luke Mehall. Check out some more stories/content: www.climbingzine.com Discount link for 15% off any product (except subscriptions) in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theclimbingzine Our sponsors: Kilter: http://settercloset.com…2022-11-0740 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineWomen's Stories at the Heart of Yosemite Climbing, A Conversation with Lauren DeLaunay MillerOur second episode from the El Cap Meadow with Lauren DeLaunay Miller. Lauren was a contributor to Volume 12 of The Zine, and she’s the author of Valley of Giants: Stories from Women at the Heart of Yosemite Climbing Check out some more stories/content: www.climbingzine.com Discount link for 15% off any product (except subscriptions) in…2022-11-011h 09
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe GOAT, A Conversation with Beth RoddenLuke sits down with Beth Rodden in the El Cap Meadow, during the Yosemite Facelift. Beth contributed an essay called Meltdown that’s published in The Climbing Zine, Volume 22. Check out some more stories/content: www.climbingzine.com Discount link for 15% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theclimbingzine Our sponsors: Kilter: http://settercloset.com (email holds@kiltergrips.com…2022-10-0358 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineMicrodose Mixtape Teaser: Twenty Two 2sI’ve been working on my first ever “mixtape” – a collection of my poetry, paired with music from Devin Dabney. This is a poem from the tape called “Twenty Two Two’s”. I hope you enjoy it, and look for the Microdose Mixtape to drop later this year. And yes, we’ll be making real tapes! Peace,…2022-09-2705 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineHow To Cry on a Mountain with Jennaye Derge and Marcus GarciaJennaye Derge is our special guest host for this conversation with Marcus Garcia. In this episode they discuss Marcus’s passion in climbing, and his journey with grief and how it has shaped him. Big thanks to these two for sharing this conversation with our podcast. Check out some more stories/content: www.climbingzine.com Discount link for 15%…2022-09-0743 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe Vulnerable Warrior, A Conversation with Stacy BareStacy Bare is author of two popular Zine stories, including Climbing Past War, published in The Climbing Zine Book. Luke and Stacy met and bonded over the first sentence in the first zine, “without climbing I’d be dead or in jail” and have been friends and colleagues ever since. Discount link for 15% off anything…2022-08-211h 12
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineA Dirtbag with a Dream: A Conversation with Brittany GorisBrittany Goris has contributed to the last two issues of The Climbing Zine, and her spirit matches our mission. We discuss Yosemite, The Creek, and how she’s been able to channel her competitive spirit in climbing; plus much more. Discount link for 15% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theclimbingzine Our…2022-07-2759 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineDancing With The Queen by Luke Mehall, Part 2Part 2 of Dancing With The Queen read and written by Luke Mehall, published in Volume 22 of The Climbing Zine. Discount link for 15% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Check out our KEEP THE ZINE ALIVE campaign: www.climbingzine.com Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theclimbingzine Our Sponsors Kilter: http://settercloset.com (email holds@kiltergrips.com for more information) Osprey Packs: www.osprey.com Edelrid: www.climbgreen.com…2022-07-0318 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineDancing With The Queen PART 1Volume 22 of The Climbing Zine is off the printer, and into the mail. This story, Dancing With The Queen by Luke Mehall, will be read in two parts. This is part one. Check out our KEEP THE ZINE ALIVE campaign: www.climbingzine.com Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theclimbingzine Discount link for 15% off anything in our online…2022-06-2519 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe Low Key Legend: A Conversation with Jimmie DunnJimmie Dunn is a climbing legend. On El Capitan he succeeded with Cosmos where Royal Robbins, Yvon Chouinard, and Jim Bridwell failed. Solo. He was also under threat of violence by some California climbers, who bullied his attempt. Jim Donini promised to protect him. He dropped his sleeping bag and slept in canvas bag. He…2022-05-241h 16
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineAmerican Climber (Zine Classic)For this episode, we look back at a classic chapter from American Climber, Luke Mehall’s 2016 memoir, and the subject of Season 1 of the DSOM podcast. Check out our KEEP THE ZINE ALIVE campaign: www.climbingzine.com Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theclimbingzine Discount link for 15% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Photo of the North Six…2022-05-0621 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineFrom Dirtbag To Director of an MBA: A Conversation with Scott BordenLuke sits down with Scott Borden, a friend and climbing partner of 20 years. Scott is a prolific contributor to The Climbing Zine, and his writing first appeared way back in Volume 2. This conversation was recorded at Western Colorado University, where they both graduated from, and where Borden currently is the director of the…2022-04-191h 11
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineSpring Cracks“The same thing that makes you live, can kill you in the end” – Neil Young. Luke Mehall reads his essay Spring Cracks, published in Volume 21 of The Climbing Zine Keep The Zine Alive and subscribe (this link will get you 15% off) : https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Support our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theclimbingzine Our Sponsors Kilter: http://settercloset.com (email holds@kiltergrips.com for more…2022-03-2316 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe Art of The First AscentLuke Mehall reads his essay, “The Art of The First Ascent”, first published in Volume 15 of The Climbing Zine. Keep The Zine Alive and subscribe (this link will get you 15% off) : https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Support our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theclimbingzine Our Sponsors Kilter: http://settercloset.com (email holds@kiltergrips.com for more information) Osprey Packs: www.osprey.com Edelrid: www.climbgreen.com2022-03-0617 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineWorking Hard for Bears Ears National Monument, A Conversation with Erik MurdockErik Murdock is the Vice President of Policy and Government Affairs at the Access Fund and a key player in the establishment of Bears Ears National Monument. We geek out about how Bears Ears National Monument came to be, and get the story from his perspective. A very policy oriented, but fascinating conversation, and a…2022-02-2158 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineWho Came First The Dirtbag or The Van Lifer? A Conversation with Kaya LindseyThe second episode of Season 3 is a conversation with Kaya Lindsay, from One Chick Travels. Kaya is a contributor to The Climbing Zine, and the creator of the Girls Gone Wide film. We sat down on a winter evening in Moab, Utah, and have a conversation ranging from women living the van life, community,…2022-02-141h 07
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineTC the OG, A Conversation with Tommy CaldwellSeason 3 is here and we’re kicking it off with our conversation with Tommy Caldwell. Big thanks to Shaun Matusewicz as well for joining in on the conversation. You can now support the DSOM podcast on Patreon, starting at $3. Here’s the link: https://www.patreon.com/theclimbingzine This link will get you 15% off anything in our store:…2022-01-311h 07
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe Art of Being CrustyAnother bonus episode, Luke Mehall reads a story from Volume 21 of The Climbing Zine. (Photo of Hobo Greg by Emmie Snead) Support The Zine + the DSOM podcast by subscribing, picking up some zines, books, or other merch (this link is good for 15% off anything in the store): https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Become a Patreon Supporter…2022-01-1700 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineA Climber In The Winter of His ContentLuke Mehall reads a piece of his, about some winter climbing adventures and first ascents in Indian Creek. This piece was originally published in Volume 4 of The Climbing Zine. Support The Zine + the DSOM podcast by picking up some goodies in our store (this link is good for 15% off): https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Become a…2022-01-1022 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineOne More CreeksgivingA bonus episode to wrap up 2021, about Mehall’s experience at this year’s Creeksgiving, in Indian Creek, Bears Ears National Monument. Support The Zine + the DSOM podcast by picking up some goodies in our store (this link is good for 15% off): https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Become a Patreon Supporter of the show (and get hooked up…2021-12-2811 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineGet Sends and Keep Writing with Devin DabneyFor our final conversation in 2021, Luke chats with Devin Dabney, who is a Senior Contributor to The Climbing Zine. Devin is a poet, rapper, essayist, and host of the American Climbing Project podcast. In this conversation Devin and Luke “nerd out” on the intersection of hip-hop and climbing, as well as the writing process,…2021-12-201h 27
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe Climbing Advocate Podcast with Peter HorganThis fall I sat down with Peter Horgan, from The Climbing Advocate Podcast, in a camper in Indian Creek. We have a conversation ranging from poetic influences like Bob Dylan and The Grateful Dead, to first ascents in Indian Creek, to starting the Durango Climbers Coalition. Check out The Climbing Advocate Podcast: https://www.accessfund.org/learn/the-climbing-advocate-podcast The Access…2021-12-151h 15
The Climbing AdvocateEpisode #36- Luke MehallThe guest for today’s episode is writer, podcaster, and perhaps most notably, the creator of the Climbing Zine, Luke Mehall. Originally hailing from the midwest, Luke was first exposed to climbing in Southern Illinois and at first, he didn’t really take to it. Through the trials and tribulations of being a young adult, Luke truly found his way when he moved to Gunnison, Colorado and began putting pen to paper—and climbing a lot more.
Luke’s pursuits have led him to become a prominent figure in the climbing community. Whether it’s the Climbing Zine, his books, his podcas...2021-12-091h 18
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe Climber's Writer: Lucas RomanLucas Roman has emerged as one of the best climbing writers in the last couple years. Luke met up with Lucas in Moab, Utah and then the two headed out to Castle Valley for a great conversation; ranging from Brad Gobright to recovery to the climbing life. The second anniversary of Brad’s passing is this…2021-11-231h 16
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineFrom The Creek to The Capitol with Chris SchulteChris Schulte is one of the more prolific contributors to The Zine, and we sat down in Durango for a wide ranging conversation, from The Creek to The Capitol. Photos: by Andrew Burr Support The Zine + our podcast to picking up some goodies, This link will get you 15% off anything in our store:…2021-11-161h 11
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineLive From DurangoThe pandemic shut down live events for a long time, and it was terrible timing as we wanted to celebrate 10 years of The Zine in 2020. We also had limited events in 2021, but we did this one in Durango and we wanted to share it here. Hope you enjoy it. This link will…2021-11-0441 min
The EnormocastEnormocast 229.5: REBROADCAST of Luke Mehall’s Dirtbag State of Mind Podcast with Chris Kalous.On Episode 229.5 of the Enormocast, I rebroadcast an interview I did with Luke Mehall over at his podcast The Dirtbag State of Mind Podcast. In this interview, we spend time on the history of the Enormocast, its current state and its future. I get all mushy about what its meant to me and how … Continue reading "Enormocast 229.5: REBROADCAST of Luke Mehall’s Dirtbag State of Mind Podcast with Chris Kalous."2021-10-291h 04The Enormocast: the climbing podcastEnormocast 229.5: REBROADCAST of Luke Mehall’s Dirtbag State of Mind Podcast with Chris Kalous.On Episode 229.5 of the Enormocast, I rebroadcast an interview I did with Luke Mehall over at his podcast The Dirtbag State of Mind Podcast. In this interview, we spend time on the history of the Enormocast, its current state and its future. I get all mushy about what its meant to me and how … Continue reading "Enormocast 229.5: REBROADCAST of Luke Mehall’s Dirtbag State of Mind Podcast with Chris Kalous."2021-10-291h 04
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineAn interview with Mike "The Mayor" ShawA conversation from Indian Creek with my friend Mike “The Mayor” Shaw. Mike is a longtime contributor to The Zine, and a lifelong outdoor educator. Support The Zine + our podcast by picking up a book, zine, sub., merch. This link will get you 15% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Read more stories/watch videos/explore: www.climbingzine.com2021-10-1344 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe Dirtbag Dream Is Not EnoughA conversation with Chad Andrews of Clipping Chains. Luke Mehall reflects on the origin story of his writing and The Climbing Zine. Support The Zine + our podcast by picking up a book, zine, sub., merch. This link will get you 15% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Check out Clipping Chains: www.clippingchains.com Read…2021-09-291h 28
The Power Company Climbing PodcastDirtbag State of Mind | Luke Mehall Interviews Kris HamptonIn this episode Kris is in the hot seat, and Luke Mehall takes over the interview duties. They discuss entrepreneurship, hiphop, climbing, and how creativity filters down through all of it.
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Clipping Chains PodcastEP 7: Luke Mehall: The Dirtbag Dream is Not EnoughSupport this project: Buy Me a CoffeeSubscribe to the website: SUBSCRIBE ME! Get in Touch with Luke MehallThe Climbing Zine: The World’s Creative Climbing PublicationThe Dirtbag State of Mind PodcastClimbing Zine on InstagramLuke Mehall’s BooksLuke’s Enormocast Podcast Episode Housing LinksRelocation: A Guide to Moving and Housing AffordabilityHousing Affordability: This Isn’t Normal Previous Interviews MentionedKris Hampton: Popping Your Comfor...2021-09-201h 28
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineAn Interview with Chris KalousSeven years after Luke Mehall appeared on The Enormocast he turns the tables on Chris Kalous for an interview. The Climbing Zine and The Enormocast finally team up again! Support The Enormocast by throwing Chris a buck or two at the “Donate Now” tab at his site2021-09-141h 01
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineAn Interview with Kris HamptonWe are back, with our first in the interview series of Season 2. Luke sits down with Kris Hampton of Power Company Climbing at the International Climbers Festival in Lander, Wyoming. The discuss hip-hop + climbing, running your own independent business, creativity, and more. Power Company Climbing Support The Zine + our podcast by picking…2021-09-101h 06
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe Last Dance, a poemA little something while you wait on the rest of Season 2. A poem: The Last Dance Support The Zine + our podcast by picking up a book, zine, sub, merch. This link will get you 15% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com Photo of Luke Mehall by Greg Cairns2021-08-1007 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineEpilogueAn epilogue for Season 2. Producer Chad Reich brightens our spirits. Plus some words for our dear friend Dan Escalante that we lost last year. Support The Zine + our podcast by picking up a book, zine, sub, merch. This link will get you 15% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com …2021-07-0610 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe Big Block and The Big FallIn the final episode wrapping up The Desert, a big block, and a big fall. Plus the beauty of leaving. Support The Zine + our podcast by picking up a book, zine, sub, merch. This link will get you 15% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2021-07-0120 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineTraces of Blood and a Whack PresidentContemplating Bears Ears National Monument, and the whack president that tried to shrink it. Plus, traces of blood in Castle Valley. Support The Zine + our podcast by picking up a book, zine, sub, merch. This link will get you 15% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2021-06-2219 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe True Self and Bears EarsAs we continue on with The Desert, Mehall matches up with his project, The King, and he proclaims his love for Bears Ears National Monument. Support The Zine + our podcast by picking up a book, zine, sub, merch. This link will get you 15% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2021-06-1326 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineKing Lines and Love LettersAs Mehall continues on with reading The Desert he explores first ascents of king lines and onsight love letters. Support The Zine + our podcast by picking up a book, zine, sub, merch. This link will get you 15% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2021-06-0717 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing Zine8 – Season 2 – Once In A While You Get Shown The LightMehall and his friends navigate new routes such as The ODB and Purple Haze and end up finding the light; in a purplish sort of Prince-ish hue. Support The Zine + our podcast by picking up a book, zine, sub, merch. This link will get you 15% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Read more…2021-05-3019 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineSuperette Crack and The Last DirtbagMehall continues to work on new routes, finds some dead ends, and meets a new friend who becomes part of the film: Last Thoughts on The Dirtbag. Support The Zine + our podcast by picking up a book, zine, sub, merch. This link will get you 15% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Read more…2021-05-2423 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineBad Bolts and New LinesThe craft of replacing bad bolts leads to the adventure of opening new lines. Support The Zine + our podcast by picking up a book, zine, sub, merch. This link will get you 15% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com Check out the American Safe Climbing Association: https://safeclimbing.org2021-05-1623 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe Sound of SilenceMehall begins going down the rabbit hole of finding new routes with his best of friends. Support The Zine + our podcast by picking up a book, zine, sub, merch. This link will get you 25% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAG%2520PODCAST Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2021-05-1023 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineWrite On, Climb OnAs we continue on with The Desert, Mehall reflects on his writing heroes, and commits to the climbing and writing path, full on. Support The Zine + our podcast by picking up a book, zine, sub, merch. This link will get you 25% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAG%2520PODCAST Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2021-05-0333 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing Zine3 – Season 2 – Powders of PersuasionFight for your right! Powders of Persuasion and of course, the Shit Tent. Support The Zine + our podcast by picking up a book, zine, sub, merch. This link will get you 25% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAG%2520PODCAST Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2021-04-2623 minDirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing Zine2 - Season 2 - Fear and Climbing in Grand JunctionOur second episode for Season 2. We are continuing on with The Desert, as the author explores the climbing around Grand Junction. Support The Zine + our podcast by picking up a book, zine, sub, merch. This link will get you 25% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAG%2520PODCAST Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2021-04-1929 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe Desert and The DogWe’re back baby! Season 2 kicks off with “The Desert and The Dog” the beginning of The Desert. Support The Zine + our podcast by picking up a book, zine, sub, merch. This link will get you 25% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAG%2520PODCAST Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2021-04-1524 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineWalls (Season 2 Preview)We are hard at work getting Season 2 ready for your ears. In the meantime here’s a poem: Walls, by Luke Mehall This link will get you 25% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAG%2520PODCAST Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2021-04-0100 min
The Rock Behind the ClimbLuke Mehall Joshua Tree ConversationThis episode is the full, uncut conversation that I had with Luke Mehall about Joshua Tree and climbing in general. Luke talks about some of the crazy experiences he had while living in J-Tree for the winter of 2006. Snip bits of the conversation were presented in Episode 7: Joshua Tree.
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Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineGrateful Hussle SEASON FINALEOur final episode for Season 1. Shout outs for the climbing podcasts that inspired us, plus Mehall reads his poem Grateful Hussle. We will be back with Season 2 in late March, 2021. This link will get you 25% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAG%2520PODCAST Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com Photo: John Kurtz2021-01-2000 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineSilent PartnersA remembrance of our fallen comrades, as well as the long gone friendships. Originally published in The Climbing Zine Book. Pick up a copy at our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2021-01-1000 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineSomewhere in Between Dreams and Smog is LoveMehall gets a reminder of what life is like without climbing when he is suffering from some bad tendonitis. Stuck living in an unfurnished, basement without heat in Salt Lake City, Mehall pours all his energy into writing. He spends his days at the library with his nose in a book, or with a pen…2021-01-0113 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineLostFuck. Fuck. Fuck. How did this happen? Luke and his brother Clint, get lost in the Colorado wilderness. This story was originally published in The Great American Dirtbags, Mehall’s second book. This link will get you 25% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAG%2520PODCAST Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2020-12-2225 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineTwenty Four Hours of VegasMehall and his friends come up with a way to enjoy a long multi-pitch adventure in Red Rocks, near Las Vegas with some partying thrown in, on The Strip. This piece was originally published in Graduating From College Me, A Dirtbag Climber Grows Up, which is his third collection of short stories. This link will…2020-12-0715 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineAdventures in (Dirtbag) House SittingThree years of dirtbag house sitting adventures in Durango. All to keep the climbing and writing dreams alive. This story was originally published in Mehall’s second book: The Great American Dirtbags. This link will get you 25% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAG%2520PODCAST Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2020-11-3033 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineAdventures with Two Tent TimmyLuke takes us on some adventures with Two Tent Timmy, his best friend since high school, and climbing inspiration. This piece was originally published in The Climbing Zine Volume 3. This link will get you 15% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAGPODCAST15 Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2020-11-2338 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThis Is BuilderingA story about buildering. Originally published in Mehall’s first book: Climbing Out of Bed. Names changed to protect the guilty. This link will get you 25% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAG%2520PODCAST Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2020-11-1919 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineWide Eyes, High Times, and Hard Times, A Story of Climbing With Mark GrundonAdventures with Mark Grundon, a climber with an infinite amount of energy, who endures an avalanche and cancer all while going through his senior year of college. This link will get you 25% off anything in our online store: https://shop.climbingzine.com/discount/DIRTBAG%2520PODCAST Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2020-11-0847 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe Painted WallLuke and Dave cruise The Cruise in The Black Canyon, and then on the Painted Wall, Colorado’s tallest wall, well, let’s just say they don’t cruise that one. Benighted again. But this time there was room to spoon! Subscribe/ get a copy of The Zine here: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com2020-11-0220 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineEverybody Poops in Indian Creek with Tim FoulkesEverybody poops, including us in Indian Creek. Luke and Tim Foulkes discuss a variety of Indian Creek issues: first ascents, replacing anchors, good land use ethics, and of course, pooping in The Creek. (Poop in a toilet, or pack it out yo!) Oh, and pleeeeeaaase VOTE! Subscribe/ get a copy of The Zine here: https://shop.climbingzine.com/…2020-10-261h 01
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineClimbing, All The Way To The MoonSeason Finale. Mehall goes all in on new routes in Indian Creek, Bears Ears National Monument; following the adventure all the way “to the moon”…too good to think it would ever get any better. Subscribe/ get a copy of The Zine here: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=165834502020-10-0517 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineLove, Passion, and New Routes in Indian Creek / Bears EarsLuke Mehall explores Indian Creek, Utah for new routes; the land now part of Bears Ears National Monument. In the midst of the search he finds his passion expanding exponentially. Subscribe/ get a copy of The Zine here: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=165834502020-09-2919 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineRemembering Adam Lawton / Sending the Salathe Wall on El CapitanRemembering our friend Adam Lawton. Finally getting a job in Durango. Getting The Zine going, and eventually having success on the Salathe Wall on El Capitan in Yosemite. Subscribe/ get a copy of The Zine here: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=165834502020-09-2222 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineFighting to Write, The Creek, and The Big Wall BluesMehall moves to Durango, Colorado, and fights for his soul by writing and climbing. Big wall adventures take him back to Yosemite, where him, Two Tent Timmy, and Samson have some misadventures. The weed smoking incident that may have saved their lives. And, a legend, Adam Lawton, passes on to the next adventure. Subscribe/ get…2020-09-1436 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe Freedom Mobile Goes To YosemiteLuke and Gene take The Freedom Mobile to Yosemite, to get a taste of failure and success on big walls. Pooping in a poop tube, hauling, jumaring, lower-outs, and all the other random skills one needs to climb high. Subscribe/ get a copy of The Zine here: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Read more stories/watch videos/explore: https://climbingzine.com Support on…2020-09-0733 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineIn Love On A Stoner's Highway in YosemiteIn love for the first time at 30 years old. Venturing out onto Stoner’s Highway in Yosemite. And a dream job turns into a nightmare. The road leads to a lot of places, and eventually to Durango, Colorado. Subscribe/ get a copy of The Zine here: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=16583450 Read more stories/watch videos/explore:…2020-08-3135 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineWriting zines, Dish Diving, and Moonlight DreamchasingThe dirtbag climbing life has highs and lows. Eventually I got to a point where I was tired of it, and I wanted to pursue a career in writing. Thus, Moonlight Dreamchasers and The Climbing Zine were born. Subscribe/ get a copy of The Zine here: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=16583450 Read more stories/watch videos/explore:…2020-08-2422 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineLiving The Dream In J-Tree, CaliforniaA dollar and a dream in Joshua Tree, Califorinia. Easy solos and hard climbs. Living amongst the dirtbags and legend like Michael Reardon. Washing dishes for a living; somewhere between the 14 day camping limit and living the dream. Subscribe/ get a copy of The Zine here: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=16583450 Read more stories/watch…2020-08-1731 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineBenighted in Zion with Tim and DaveLuke and Dave’s first big walls in Zion. Benighted too. High on life and surviving in the vertical. Being a delivery boy for the Mountain Gazette. Traveling, climbing rocks, with my head in the clouds. Back to Potrero and then to J-Tree. Subscribe/ get a copy of The Zine here: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=16583450…2020-08-1128 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineAll I Wanted To Be Was A Climbing Bum“All I wanted to be after graduating college was a climbing bum”…Working in a paper factory in Illinois for dough to go to Mexico with. A rappelling encounter with baby rattlesnake in El Potrero Chico. The Cobra falls to the ground, but not Ancient Art, and name dropping “Jimmie Dunn” to a ranger in Yosemite…2020-08-0335 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineTwo Gringos in Nicaragua and Benighted in The Black CanyonA nibble from a fox of the Western Colorado University campus. Costa Rica and Nicaragua with Amber (Mom) and Greg. Benighted in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison with 5.14 Gene. And more… Subscribe / or buy zines/merch/books here: https://the-climbing-zine.myshopify.com/ Support us on Patreon starting at $1: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=16583450 Read some stories: https://climbingzine.com2020-07-2731 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineFor The Love of DirtbaggingContinuing on with American Climber, Luke Mehall’s memoir. To subscribe to The Zine visit our site: https://the-climbing-zine.myshopify.com/ To support us on Patreon visit here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=16583450&fan_landing=true Follow The Zine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theclimbingzine/?hl=en2020-07-1928 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe End Of The RopeEpisode 7 of the Dirtbag State of Mind podcast. Mehall and friends have misadventures from Indian Creek to Yosemite National Park and many places in between To subscribe to The Zine visit our site: https://the-climbing-zine.myshopify.com/ To support us on Patreon visit here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=16583450&fan_landing=true Listen to the Power Company interview with Brown Girls Climb on Spotify:…2020-07-1521 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineLiving In A Tent, and 9-11We are rolling along with Luke Mehall reading from his 2016 memoir American Climber. Here we get into yet another near death experience of his, and how it affected him. Plus, living in a tent at Hartman Rocks in Gunnison, Colorado for months on end. And, then 9/11 happens, and the world is forever changed.…2020-07-1429 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineIn Love With GunnyWe are back with episode 5 of our first season! This is our first episode that I’ve recorded from my home studio, and we are psyched to continue to bring you the podcast. Here we dive further into American Climber, my memoir. Subscribe/ get a copy of The Zine here: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Read more stories/watch videos/explore:…2020-06-2428 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineAn Interview with Shaun MatusewiczThis episode is our first interview with Shaun Matusewicz. We originally intended to have a series of interviews with characters in the book at the end of this season, but we’ve had to pivot a little bit with COVID. Enjoy this conversation between Shaun and Luke Mehall.2020-04-191h 00
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineRunaway, On The RoadWhile we originally planned to drop an episode a week, we are continuing to post these episodes as quickly as possible. Here Luke Mehall continues the adventure in American Climber, his memoir.2020-03-2927 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineThe Knot of EternityFriends of The Zine: we are continuing the expediting of this new podcast. We know everyone is looking for more stories and content and we are here for you. photo of myself (left) and Two Tent Timmy, circa 1999 In this episode I discuss my youth, and how I got into climbing during the most…2020-03-2434 min
Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, from The Climbing ZineA Story To Start Off WithThis first episode features a story I told at the Raven Narratives, a storytelling event held here in Durango. The story covers my deepest darkest depression, how climbing saved my life, and then almost took my life (twice). Subscribe/ get a copy of The Zine here: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=16583450 Read more stories/watch videos/explore:…2020-03-2300 min
Raven NarrativesCold Feet Story SLAM - Luke MehallLuke Mehall describes a foggy mountain climbing trip with his brother who is after some FitBit points. Told at the Raven Narratives "cold feet" story SLAM on January 13th, 2018, at the Durango Arts Center.2018-02-2709 min
Adventure Sports PodcastEp. 291: Rock Climbing and the Climbingzine - Luke MehallIt's rock climbing time with Luke Mehall. He's a long-time rock climber and publisher of the Climbingzine as well as four books. Luke and Curt talk about the adventure that is rock climbing as well as what it's like to be a publisher and author. Climbingzine: http://climbingzine.com Luke's Books: http://www.lukemehall.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/theclimbingzine Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/climbingzine The Adventure Sports Podcast is sponsored by Health IQ, an insurance company that helps health conscious people get special life insurance rat...2017-07-271h 00The Enormocast: the climbing podcastEpisode 42: Luke Mehall- Keeping the Dirtbag Faith.On Episode 42 of the Enormocast, I sit down with Midwestern refugee, Luke Mehall. Luke is an author, publisher, poet, and climber who is not afraid to bear and bare his soul on the written page. In Episode 42, we remember Zines, learn about when it is and isn’t appropriate to inundate a women with … Continue reading "Episode 42: Luke Mehall- Keeping the Dirtbag Faith."2013-09-101h 07The EnormocastEpisode 42: Luke Mehall- Keeping the Dirtbag Faith.On Episode 42 of the Enormocast, I sit down with Midwestern refugee, Luke Mehall. Luke is an author, publisher, poet, and climber who is not afraid to bear and bare his soul on the written page. In Episode 42, we remember Zines, learn about when it is and isn’t appropriate to inundate a women with … Continue reading "Episode 42: Luke Mehall- Keeping the Dirtbag Faith."2013-09-101h 07