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“I’ve listened to all the climbing podcasts since the Chris Kalous Off belay days. Just tunning into this one with the Will Stanhope interview. I’ll listen to others to give it a chance but the hosts interview style is hard to get through. Not a fluid conversation. Pointed questions bouncing from...”Read full review »
Gary1056 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/18/24
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“Ridge of madness, was maybe the best climbing related podcast episode I’ve ever listened to! Love the story and all the many connections. A tragic story, no doubt, but masterfully told!”
Pattonclimber via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/20/24
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“I’m not a climber and it’s my favorite podcast. Incredible production quality, beautiful music, incredible storytelling.”
aqalmapplus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/14/24
“Exactly what the climbing community needs. A fantastic high quality history of the great mountaineering feats in the words of those who performed them. Music is great and production value excellent. Thanks Evan well worth the wait!!”
John C Spring via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/08/24
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“Hands down best outdoor podcast. Amazing guests, production values, great host. Can’t recommend highly enough.”
Asoloasoloasolo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/05/22
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“This podcasts really takes the listener on a journey with the guests and gets me so stoked for my own trips in the mountains.”
BBQ.Wingz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/22
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“Across the board excellent mountain climbing podcast. Great guests focused on alpine climbing in North American wildernesses. Likable host w/ good podcast voice and general après campfire vibes (including his original music).
Already really liked the podcast… then had a season sidelining injury...”Read full review »
disgruntled customer 223 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/22
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“Real excited for the new season ahead, Evan really has a talent for crafting a well sounding and engaging podcast. Keep doing what you are doing! Hopefully one day I will make it out to experience some of the unique landscapes Alaska has to offer.”
king bat via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/07/22
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“This more than a podcast about climbing. It’s about relationships, life, climbing and everything in between. Awesome interviews and stories intermixed with great music, this podcast touches at a level unlike others.”
Stu0422 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/03/22
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“This podcast has brought me many hours of joy. I love the way Evan mixes music with the interviews. The whole podcast seems well thought out and the way Evan asks questions really helps people open up and share the truth about their lives. I must say that this is my favorite podcast and I listen...”Read full review »
Susan little via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/28/21
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“My all time fav. Inspires me, makes me cry, super insightful, skillfully and beautifully done. The music is awesome too.”
Erik Pervin via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/07/21
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“As a woman living in Chicago who has never been climbing I love this podcast in so many ways.
Evan”s gift for music and storytelling are unparalleled. This has been my favorite podcast for the last few years. I am sad he has decided to stop but happy for him and whatever new endeavor he has...”Read full review »
Maxwell McGregor via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/23/21
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“Had a friend suggest this podcast and the more I listen, the more I enjoy the great stories and genuine interactions in every episode. Very much worth my time. Thanks for your work!!”
TheRealMarkEvans via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/08/21
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“As a fellow Alaskan, this podcast fills my soul in so many ways! I love the beautiful music, and all the wonderful guests. Thank you for putting together such a lovely podcast!”
GIRDWOODAKLOVER via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/14/20
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“I have been following the Firn Line since it’s inception. I used to listen in for stories of mountain adventures and stories from the athletes involved.
Recently, I have been left wondering what the point of many of these podcasts are. Evan seems to be booking no-name climbers (which is great)...”Read full review »
Alpine_Addict via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/09/20
“in depth conversation about climbing and personal experiences of climbers. well made and always interesting”
010100020010100 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
08/09/20
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“Podcast for climbers by an individual who truly cares about his passion.”
Cppoppin12 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/28/20
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“This podcast is outstanding. As someone that drives a lot for work, I consume a lot of podcasts. Every episode has a great interview with a fascinating person, and the soundtrack is beautiful and definitely sets a cool mood.
Evan is great at asking the right questions to have his guests speak...”Read full review »
thechase651 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/31/19
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“The Firnline does an awesome job of exploring a variety of perspectives related to climbing, adventure & creativity. These are discussions that traverse from interesting adventure trip stories to deeper life experiences, all from a guy with a lot of both.
Evans guests include some big...”Read full review »
tperelli via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/28/19
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“I am not very active in the world of climbing, in face my climbing experience in limited to a couple courses in high school. But even saying that, I love listening to Evan and his guests. I love listening to the stories and adventures of people making their way through the mountains and the world.”
nukeman553213 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/05/19
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“Our days and the mountains we explore are numbered. So too the hours we can fill listening to those who fill podcasts. Evan's casts are as soft, beautiful and memorably grand as an Alaskan peak emerging through the shoreline mist. Time well spent. Thanks, Evan.”Read full review »
Someprofessor via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/19
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“The Firm Line brings a mix of peace, adrenaline, and awe through amazing, yet understated, interviews of fascinating mountaineers. Evan Phillips is an accomplished alpinist, but his style is humble and honoring. This combination may be a key to getting incredible interviews.
At 55, and now...”Read full review »
JNolan311 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/10/19
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“Super and thoughtful conversations. Really enjoyable. I love this podcast and look forward to them, intimate conversation with fascinating and inspiring people. If you love Alaska, climbing, wilderness and its challenges , or, you’re like me, all three, here is your podcast.”
maxweber via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/13/19
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“I always end each podcast feeling inspired and ready to start my next adventure.
This truly is one of the best out together podcast I’ve ever listened to.
Thanks for inspiring!”
Mike4369 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/04/19
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“I’m a climber from the US east coast and these podcasts keeps my stoke up for the alpine! Great stories that give good insight and also great entertainment. Love the music too!”
Ray how via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/17/19
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“Can’t get enough of this fantastic podcast. Evan’s interviews get at the core of the adventurer’s spirit, and their stories illuminate all the possibilities that exist for those looking to expand their knowledge of Alaska, mountaineering/alpinism, skiing, and climbing. Thoughtful questions bring...”Read full review »
CloudmanA via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/19
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“This podcast combines beautiful melodic music with alpine mountaineering expeditions, and lots of laughs as though the host is catching up with old friends. I can’t always relate to the big expeditions, but I love hearing the stories and feeling inspired.
This podcast is so well put together,...”Read full review »
mloevenm via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/11/19
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“This is one of the best, if not the best, podcasts for mountain climbing enthusiasts. Evan is a great, thoughtful interviewer who assembles a top notch interview lineup. Plus you get his great music throughout the episodes.”
matt.oesterle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/25/19
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“I love this podcast’s music, stories, host, and overall great vibe. Check it out, you won’t regret it.”
RedinVT via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/05/19
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“The Firn Line is a game changer. The interviews extremely thought provoking, probing the deep underlying questions about climbing and life in the mountains. I’ve gained a huge amount of inspiration from season 1 and often think about how to learn from the stories told. The original music is also...”Read full review »
AlexShep01 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/29/19
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“I'm an avid podcast listener, and The Firn Line is absolutely top-notch, especially in such a niche topic.”Read full review »
GO4668 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/10/18
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“Great podcast! Evan is clearly a climber who loves the mountains and understands the passions of his guests. He does such a great job of drawing out the stories and experiences that entertain as well as help us understand “the why” behind people pushing it in the mountains. Keep up the great work!”
PowderProducer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/26/18
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“I listen to a lot of podcasts and this is one of the better ones out there. I’m always waiting with anticipation for the next episode. Oh, and check out his music too. It’s pretty good.”
MattDaddy56 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/23/18
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“Evan does an amazing job with this podcast! He combines powerful storytelling, artful music, compelling themes, and thoughtful narration. It goes far beyond the typical climbing podcast, which is why it’s my favorite!”
lilafelice via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/18
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“Yep. I listen to most of em, but this one is my favorite. Great interview skills, awesome stories, and great music.”
566731 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/12/18
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“As genuine and heartfelt as it gets. Incredible interviews, insightful conversation and a host who's actually been there. Coupled with phenomenal original music, this is the first podcast I go to when I'm stuck with no new episodes. A must-listen for any climber.”Read full review »
HaliWinterr via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/31/18
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“If you climb, give it a listen. You won’t regret it.”
Samwri via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/18
“I look forward to each new episode of this podcast. The stories are always so much more than just interviews about the routes that have been climbed. Evan really gets climbers to open up about personal stories, too. It’s inspiring hearing about the accomplishments of the climbers and the...”Read full review »
kemcauley via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/18
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“Simply the best mountain podcast there is. Great stories parred with great self composed music by Evan Phillips! Awesome to keep your eyes open on the long drives to and from the mountains!
Greetings from Norway,
Laurids”
LauridsNO via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
08/21/18
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“Best mountain sports and climbing podcast out there. Good vibe, honest interviews, clean editing. Recommended!”
KylePTarry via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/18
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“One of my favorite podcasts. Every episode is great. Listening to this keeps me stoked about the mountains, even though I live in a city thousands of miles away.”
Brianmon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/18
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“Not only the best podcast on this blue earth about mountain climbing, but the best podcast. Period. It’s about mountain climbing. But it’s also about the inexorable things that make us human.”
gentryaustin via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/18
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“Love The Firn Line, Evan! Keep up the good work.”
B_Fike via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/14/18
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“I couldn't be any further from Alaska. I call South Florida home. Warm, flat and the only ice is in my cooler keeping my beer cold. I share a love of the outdoors fishing, hiking and camping all over Florida.
These podcasts, the guests and Evan make you feel as if you were sitting on the...”Read full review »
Lag323 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/04/18
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“Love the entertainment, wisdom, and stoke gleaned from this show. Solid tunes as well. Heard about from the sharp end podcast. Groovy”
kpmcg1991 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/06/18
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“I found this podcast thanks to an Outside magazine article. Now I’m hooked and look forward to listening to episodes at work. Listening to stories of friendship and adventure are a needed reminder that I work so I can get outdoors and have my own adventure stories to tell.”
Nrichar1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/03/18
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