EP 291: Charlie Boscoe
January 26, 2026
Charlie Boscoe is a former IFSC commentator, writer, and co-founder of the Pro Climbing League, a bold new head-to-head bouldering series debuting on February 28. We talked about his first experience in the outdoors, why Janja Garnbret and Adam Ondra are the G.O.A.T.s, and why climbing competitions are about to get a lot more exciting. You can learn more at proclimbing.com
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Show Notes:
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Nuggets:
00:00:00 – Intro
00:02:48 – The perfect phrase
00:10:55 – Hooked on climbing
00:15:49 – The impermanence of achievements
00:22:56 – Commentating
00:26:01 – Janja Garnbret & Adam Ondra
00:30:39 – IFSC Broadcasting
00:34:11 – Pro Climbing League
00:45:50 – Adjustable comp walls
00:48:44 – Can two climbs be identical?
00:53:59 – The viewing experience
01:02:07 – Goals for PCL
01:06:22 – Logistical challenges
01:11:04 – The first comp (London, Feb 28)
01:13:06 – Broncos, Seahawks, Mariners
01:17:29 – Wrap up