What stories have been left out of climbing history?

In this episode, I sit down with Joanna Croston, director of the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival and author of a new book exploring the lives of pioneering women climbers.

We dive into the process of researching and writing these stories, uncovering the overlooked achievements of early female climbers, and the challenges of documenting a history that hasn’t always been fully told.

Joanna shares insights into the balance between well-known figures and lesser-known voices, the role of imagery and storytelling in shaping legacy, and how social media is influencing the way climbing stories are shared today.

This conversation explores themes of recognition, mentorship, access, and the evolution of climbing culture, highlighting the resilience and maverick spirit of women who pushed boundaries long before they were widely acknowledged.

It’s a thoughtful discussion about storytelling, legacy, and why the stories we choose to tell matter more than ever.

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Purchase the book - https://www.amazon.ca/Mountaineering-Women-Climbing-Through-History/dp/050002717X#:~:text=Mountaineering%20Women%20seeks%20to%20readdress,black%2Dand%2Dwhite%20photographs.

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