Lying and Cheating in Climbing

The podcast discusses the prevalence of lying or cheating in climbing, both at a professional and recreational level. While blatant lying is considered rare, there is a tendency for climbers to omit details or bend the truth about their ascents or accomplishments. Examples include omitting certain details about a climb or style, or failing to disclose minor deviations from traditional climbing practices. The podcast suggests that while some level of bending the truth may be relatively common, it is not perceived as a significant issue within the climbing community.