Sends And Suffers

EP–70 Finding Balance and Joy in the Climbing Industry with Taylor Fragomeni

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.

EP–69 Alan Watts the Godfather of American sport climbing and his Journey

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/ 

EP – 68 Mario getting to Know Jacar: An Instant Friendship

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.

EP – 67 ”Extreme Sports and Adventure with Franky Morales”

Episode 67: Paradigm Shift in Rock Climbing and Rollerblading | Frankie Morales

In this episode, we dive into a paradigm shift in the world of rock climbing and rollerblading. Our guest, Frankie Morales, shares his personal journey and the moments that sparked his passion for these extreme sports.

First, Frankie recalls the moment he realized that rock climbing was more than just a hobby. He vividly describes the exact moment when he knew that rock climbing was what he truly wanted to pursue.

Similarly, Frankie shares a story about being introduced to rollerblading and witnessing a skater performing impressive tricks. This moment ignited his interest in the sport and set him on a path of rollerblading greatness.

One impactful quote from this episode comes from Frankie himself, as he reflects on the profound impact his friend Jason has had on his life. He says, "Nobody probably knows this. You do. But if it wasn't for Jason, there wouldn't be no Frankie Morales."

EP – 66 Mario and Chris Broaching Difficult Topics: Men Talking About Feelings

In this episode of Sends and Suffers podcast, host Mario Stanley welcomes Chris Mitchell as the guest. Chris, who started off as an Instagram friend and quickly became a close friend, joins Mario to discuss their time together in Denver and their experience participating in the GCI Climb Malawi fundraiser. They also share their adventures at a comedy club. Don't forget to check out the official sponsor of the podcast, Organic Climbing, for all your climbing gear needs. And if you enjoy the podcast, consider becoming a Patreon to support the show.

EP 65 – Daniel & Mario: The Three Kinds of Personal Capital: Physical, Mental, and Emotional

In this episode, Daniel Pellain, a climber from Tulsa, Oklahoma, shares his love for the outdoors and his passion for climbing. He talks about how reading "Into Thin Air" inspired him to start climbing and his journey from being a freshman in high school to finding a climbing gym in Edmond, Oklahoma. He also mentions the now-closed gym, Hold-Distic, and its unique features, like a foam pit bouldering area. Stay tuned to find out more about Daniel and I conversation.

EP 64 – Daniel & Mario breaking the Norm: Men Opening Up About Emotions

In this episode, Daniel Pellain, a climber from Tulsa, Oklahoma, shares his love for the outdoors and his passion for climbing. He talks about how reading "Into Thin Air" inspired him to start climbing and his journey from being a freshman in high school to finding a climbing gym in Edmond, Oklahoma. He also mentions the now-closed gym, Hold-Distic, and its unique features, like a foam pit bouldering area. Stay tuned to find out more about Daniel and I conversation.

EP 63— Part II of farewell tribute to Summit Dallas | Eddie Paige and Mario

We pay tribute to Summit Dallas, a gym that revolutionized rock climbing in the DFW area. The episode features Paige Martinez, who has worked for Summit Dallas since August 2020, and Eddie Funtanilla, who started climbing in 2017. The hosts discuss their love for rock climbing and their experiences at Summit Dallas. They also talk about the impact that Summit Dallas had on the climbing community and how it will be missed. This episode is a farewell tribute to Summit Dallas, which has closed its doors permanently.