Sends And Suffers

EP 38 - Alexa & Nikki talk about what it’s like being trans women in the climbing community.

Nikki Smith (she/her) is a climber, photographer, athlete, and much more, all while being an inspiration to me and so many other trans climbers out there. I had this conversation with Nikki at the Flash Foxy Climbing festival in March 2022. We talk about: how she started climbing, the harms of gender norms, her photography, and her experiences as a trans climber.

Nikki’s Website: https://nikkismith.com/

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EP 37 - Cat & I discuss the importance of being vulnerable and showing up for underrepresented communities.

Cat Runner (he/him) is a climber, artist, photographer, and founder of the Climbers Network. I had this conversation with Cat at the Flash Foxy Climbing festival in March 2022. We talk about: transitioning as a teen in the south, our favorite types of climbing, and how being uncomfortable & vulnerable helps us grow as human beings.

Cat’s Website: https://itscatrunner.com/

Cat’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/catlikeacat/

Climbers Network’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/queerclimbersnetwork/

Alexa’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/alexafordproductions

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EP 36 - Alexa & Anaheed - Anaheed shares the importance of community and creating a safe space for people like them with Belay All.

Anaheed Saatchi (they/them) is a writer, climber, organizer of Belay All, and an incredible human being. I had this talk with Anaheed in April 2021. We laugh and talk about: being a late bloomer, the struggles of being in a straight world, and how the hardships people face in the climbing community extend to everywhere else in their lives. Nana Website:  https://anaheedsaatchi.com/ Nana IG:  https://www.instagram.com/nanaheed Belay All: https://www.belayall.com/ Alexa’s IG:  https://www.instagram.com/alexafordproductions Cool Cool Nice Nice: https://coolcoolnicenice.com - get your “Crush the Patriarchy” stickers & other cool art. Join the Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sendsandsuffers  Stay Connected at: https://mariostanley.com/  Proud Member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective: https://www.plugtoneaudio.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sendsandsuffers/message

EP 35 - Alexa and Claire talk about getting cool, Claire talks about ice climbing and what it’s like climbing while being trans.

Claire Larson (she/her) is a Mountain Athlete, Scarpa AMI Alumni & Peer Mentor, All In Ice Fest Participant Coordinator, who also happens to be a trans woman. I had this talk with Claire in April 2021. We talk about Ice Climbing, her passion for other mountain sports, trauma around being trans, finding yourself, and ways to make the climbing community more accepting.

Claire’s Website: https://clairejlarson.com

Claire’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/clairejlarson

Alexa’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/alexafordproductions

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EP 34 - Alexa & Sam - Samuel Crossley is one of the most talented filmmakers & photographers in the outdoor industry. Two creatives talk about climbin...

Samuel Crossley (he/they) is a talented filmmaker, photographer, and one of the first creatives I discovered when I started climbing. I had this conversation with Sam in March 2021. We talk about climbing, homophobia, being a creative, working on Free Solo, and much more.

Sam’s Website: samuelcrossley.media

Sam’s IG: instagram.com/samuelcrossley

Free As Can Be: vimeo.com/ondemand/freeascanbe

Alexa’s IG: instagram.com/alexafordproductions

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EP 33- Alexa & Mario - It’s pride month ladies and gentlemen and we are going to talk about the sending and suffering that the LBGTQ+ community has go...

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Ep 32 - Thea Wulff & Sienna Kopf - The struggles of being a female pro climber and balancing having a life too

Thea and Cece are some of the most notable climbers in the competitive circuit. Last year, in Salt Lake City, I had the privilege to talk with these two amazing ladies. We discussed the realities of being a high-level athlete and still trying to build a life for yourself outside of climbing. It was amazing to hear their thoughts about the sport and visions for their lives. I hope you guys enjoy! As always, please follow, like, and subscribe. Also, let me know in the comments your thoughts on the episode!

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Find Thea Wulff: https://www.instagram.com/thea_climbs/

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Ep 31 - Wild Bill - A Down hill ski coach and a climbing coach talk shop

When Wild Bill and I first met, it was bromance at first sight. I was lured in by his illustrious mustache, and then his personality sealed the deal once we got talking. Wild Bill is a downhill ski youth program coach in Salt Lake City. I love talking shop with coaches and discussing how they interact with and train their athletes. No one's got it all figured out, and everyone has a unique touch. Enjoy the episode and special edition duet! I'm now considering a professional singing career...what are your thoughts?

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