Emily Harrington
Five-time US National Champion in Sport Climbing. She has scaled some of the world's most formidable mountains and is the first woman to free climb El Capitan via Golden Gate in under 24 hours.
Top 3 podcasts with Emily Harrington
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Sep 27, 2024 • 46min
Lynn Hill: A Magician Needs A Stage
Lynn Hill, a trailblazer who redefined climbing limits, shares her incredible journey of free climbing El Capitan's Nose in a single day. Accomplished climbers Emily Harrington and Beth Rodden provide insights into the impact of this legendary feat. They discuss the emotional challenges and sacrifices involved in reaching such heights, the evolution of sponsorship, and the fight for gender equality in the sport. The conversation celebrates Lynn's pioneering 'Houdini move' and explores why overcoming fear is crucial for climbers looking to break barriers.
Feb 17, 2024 • 1h 16min
Pro athlete, Emily Harrington, on climbing, pregnancy and motherhood
Professional climber Emily Harrington shares her journey into motherhood while maintaining her adventurous career, including climbing Mount Everest and El Cap. She discusses her experiences during pregnancy, postpartum challenges, and balancing motherhood with training and sponsorship commitments. Topics include decision-making process, adapting climbing goals post-motherhood, and managing risk as a parent.
May 17, 2024 • 48min
Climbing With Kids
Paige Claassen and Emily Harrington share insights on balancing climbing and parenthood, managing climbing activities as parents to young children, adapting climbing styles while parenting, finding balance between climbing and family responsibilities, and the challenges of returning to climbing post-pregnancy. They discuss the unique experiences of parenting climbers and the joys of introducing children to new sports activities.
