Charlie is a broadcaster and writer who preceded Matt Groom as an IFSC commentator and EpicTV host. In this episode, we’ll learn about his rough start to IFSC commentating in 2016, ways that he thinks the IFSC could improve competitions, and get some insight into what it’s like traveling around with athletes. He also shares his unique story about traveling to North Korea!Guest links:WebsiteReference links:Learn more about the podcast at www.thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast.comFollow on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thatsnotrealclimbingpodcastJoin the FREE community in Discord! https://discord.gg/QTa668g8zpIf you're able to help support the podcast, you can "buy me a chalk refill" :) current proceeds are going toward a webcam! www.buymeacoffee.com/compclimbingTimestamps of discussion topics0:00 - Introduction/giving some love to North America8:59 - Kicking IFSC's door in for a job14:25 - Hardest year: 2016 commentary18:02 - A trip to North Korea26:21 - Improving IFSC Production31:42 - Charlie's biggest commentary mistakes37:51 - Repetitive Commentary43:42 - The handoff to Matt Groom46:23 - Why he left IFSC51:03 - Post-IFSC work52:50 - What it's like traveling around with climbers56:40 - Dirtbag vs serious pro climbers1:07:12 - Ideas to make competitions more entertaining to watch1:13:18 - Secret beef between climbers?!1:18:16 - Discord Q: What changes would you like to see for comps/broadcasting?1:20:47 - Discord Q: Get Rid of ISO?1:23:03 - Discord Q: How could IFSC grow the sport?1:30:44 - Where to find Charlie

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