Psychovertical
Episodes
EP-65 Africaaaaa
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about climbing in Africa.Music: Daniel L.K. CaldwellSupport: patreon.com/cw/AndyKirkpatrick or andykirkpatrick.substack.comA...
EP-64 The Noble Art Of Self Destruction
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about old photos, writing and self destructionMusic: Daniel L.K. CaldwellSupport: patreon.com/cw/AndyKirkpatrick or andykirk...
EP-63 NIAD
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about self-talk and the NIADMusic: Daniel L.K. CaldwellSupport: patreon.com/cw/AndyKirkpatrick or andykirkpatrick.substack.c...
EP-62 Talking, talking, talking (for money)
24 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks talking for money · Music: Daniel L.K. CaldwellSupport: patreon.com/cw/AndyKirkpatrick or andykirkpatrick.substack.comAdvertis...
EP-61 Boring
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about something very, very boring.Prospect · Daniel L.K. CaldwellAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & ...
EP-60 Root Canal
10 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick is back! (again)Music: Prospect · Daniel L.K. CaldwellAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://...
EP-59 Mountain Claustrophobia
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Music: Dust Bowl III - Other LivesAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
EP-58 The Big Wind
22 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Music: Dust Bowl III - Other LivesAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
EP-57 Why We Fail
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about failure.Instagram: @andy_k_climbingMusic by PogoAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: ht...
EP-56 Salad
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about salad.Instagram: @andy_k_climbingMusic by PogoAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: http...
EP-55 Night Terrors
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks a load of old shite (again).Instagram: @andy_k_climbingMusic by PogoAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy...
EP-54 Personal Leadership
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks a load of old shite. Instagram: @andy_k_climbingMusic by Daniel L.K. Caldwell (Prospect)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcirc...
EP-54 First Aid
08 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about the boring subject of first aid kits for climbers.Instagram: @andy_k_climbingMusic by Daniel L.K. Caldwell (Prospect)Adv...
EP-53 Rappel problem solving
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick answers a question on a theoretical rappel problem.Instagram: @andy_k_climbingMusic by Daniel L.K. Caldwell (Prospect)Advertising In...
EP-52 Navigation
11 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick gives his thoughts on the subject of navigation.Instagram: @andy_k_climbingMusic by Daniel L.K. Caldwell (Prospect)Advertising Inqui...
EP-51 "You only fail if you quit"
19 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about an eclectic list of subjects. Instagram: @andy_k_climbingMusic by Daniel L.K. Caldwell (Prospect)Advertising Inquiries:...
EP-50 Parts
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick attempts to answer some questions.Instagram: @andy_k_climbingMusic by Daniel L.K. Caldwell (Prospect)Advertising Inquiries: https://...
EP-49 Winter Nonsense
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks winter stuff/Instagram: @andy_k_climbingMusic by Daniel L.K. Caldwell (Prospect)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b...
EP-48 Gram
05 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about being 'that guy'. Instagram: @andy_k_climbingMusic by Daniel L.K. Caldwell (Prospect)Advertising Inquiries: http...
EP-47 Corrections
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick makes some corrections.Instagram: @andy_k_climbingMusic by Daniel L.K. Caldwell (Prospect)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.c...
EP-46 Tax Credits
15 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about single skin tents, and stuff.Instagram: @andy_k_climbingMusic by Daniel L.K. Caldwell (Prospect)Advertising Inquiries: h...
EP - 45 Just Waffle
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Andy Kirkpatrick just waffles on.Instagram: @andy_k_climbingMusic by Daniel L.K. Caldwell (Prospect)Advertising Inquiries...
EP - 44 On the Beach
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Andy Kirkpatrick catches up, and talks about climbing holidays.Instagram: @andy_k_climbingMusic by Daniel L.K. Caldwell ...
EP-43 Denali Advice
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Andy Kirkpatrick gives his thoughts on climbing Denali and general expedition advice.Instagram: @andy_k_climbingSubstack: ...
EP - 42 Interview with Pete Kirkpatrick
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Andy Kirkpatrick talks to RAF mountain rescue legend Pete Kirkpatrick (his dad), about a charmed life.Music by PogoAdvertising ...
EP-41 Q&A, sweat, piss and glasses
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick takes some questions.Music by PogoAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
EP-40 Q&AB Thoughts on belaying
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about the ups and downs of belaying.Music by PogoSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/psychovertical)Advertising Inquiries: ...
EP - 39 Q&A Leeper hooks, bounce testing and shunt issues
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about using Leeper cams hooks for protection, bounce testing and issues around the shunt.Top Rope Solo with Petzl Shunt CAN Kil...
EP - 38 Q&A Skis and Winter Axes
26 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick takes two questions, one on skis, the other on winter axes.Music by PogoSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/psychovertical)Advert...
EP - 37 Driving Missed Crazy
20 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick takes you on a magical mystery tour of the South Coast of England.Music by PogoSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/psychovertical...
EP-36 Regrets
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Life from a couch. A brief ramble on regret.Music by PogoSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/psychovertical)Support the show (https://www.paypal.m...
EP-35.1 Addendum
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A brief follow-up to EP 35.Fact Check: https://factcheck.afp.comMusic by PogoSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/psychovertical)Advertising Inquir...
EP-35 COP-out
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks a little more about life on the road, his view on environmental realism, and how to achieve a greater level of freedom in your ...
EP-34 Driving Lessons
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about the trials of being on tour and the problems with dealing with an increasingly sensitive audience. Warning: this episode...
EP-33 Fear
23 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick reflects on the issue of fear. Warning: this episode contains strong language.Website: andy-kirkpatrick.comMusic by Pogo Support the...
EP-32 Melting Snow
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick goes through his latest Substack piece on melting water.Substack: Snow Melting NaziWarning: this episode contains strong language.Web...
EP-31 What is a climber?
08 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick asks the question, what is a climber?Youtube Video: Roraima, Lost World 1974Warning: this episode contains strong language.Website: a...
EP-30 "My Deepest Pain"
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick responds to AAC CEO Mitsu Iwasaki's piece in Climbing, “The Climbing Community Has Been the Source Of My Deepest Pain:” Warni...
EP 29 Doug Scott
24 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about his dealings with Doug Scott.Warning: this episode contains strong language.Website: andy-kirkpatrick.comMusic by Pogo S...
EP 28 Hooks
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about skyhooks, the buttplug of outdoor gear!LinksHonestly with Barri Weiss`Mnemosyne E9 6c by Dave MacleodWarning: this episod...
EP 27 - Strength Training
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about strength training, Steve House, Mark Rippetoe and Pavel Tsatsouline.Warning: this episode contains strong language. Websi...
EP 26 – Anxiety, Bad Belays and Dot Com Boom.
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick catches up.Warning: this episode contains adult content. Website: andy-kirkpatrick.comMusic by Pogo Support the show (https://www.pa...
Episode 25: Q&A
31 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick catches up with all his listener questions.Warning: this episode contains adult content. Website: andy-kirkpatrick.comInstagram: @psy...
Episode 24: Mind your Head
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks about the head.Warning: this episode contains adult content. Website: andy-kirkpatrick.comInstagram: @psychoverticalTwitter: @...
Episode 23: Noah's Ark
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick returns from the wilderness with Noah.Website: andy-kirkpatrick.comInstagram: @psychoverticalTwitter: @psychoverticalMusic by Pogo S...
Episode 22: Andy Kirkpatrick: Food
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick shares his thoughts on the subject of food. Website: andy-kirkpatrick.comInstagram: @psychoverticalTwitter: @psychoverticalMusic by P...
Episode 21: Andy Kirkpatrick: Resilience
09 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick shares his thoughts on the subject of resilience. Website: andy-kirkpatrick.comInstagram: @psychoverticalTwitter: @psychoverticalMus...
Episode 20: Andy Kirkpatrick: Catch Up
01 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick returns with more shite and waffle.Website: andy-kirkpatrick.comInstagram: @psychoverticalTwitter: @psychoverticalMusic by Pogo Supp...
Episode 19: Andy Kirkpatrick talks to Hazel Findlay
22 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks to climber and coach Hazel Findlay.Hazel's Website: https://www.hazel-findlay.com/Website: andy-kirkpatrick.comInstagram: @...
HE#11: Climbing in the rain, sewing machines and places to escape
09 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Climbing in the rain, sewing machines and places to escape If you'd like to ask a question then contact Andy through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram...
Episode 18: Andy Kirkpatrick talks to Pete Rhodes
03 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kirkpatrick talks to Pete Rhodes, big wall climber, runner and now ocean rower.Pete's Website: https://rownorthatlantic.com/journeyWebsite: a...
Episode 17: Andy Kirkpatrick: Time, Quentin Crisp and Queen Maud Land
25 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Climber, writer and monologist (Google it), Andy Kirkpatrick talks about time, Quentin Crisp and Queen Maud LandWebsite: andy-kirkpatrick.comInstagram...
HE#10: Hemorrhoids, being roped together and how to climb snow.
18 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, hemorrhoids, being roped together and how to climb snow.If you'd like to ask a question then contact Andy through Facebook, Twitt...
Episode 16: Andy Kirkpatrick: A Piece of Wood.
11 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Climber, writer and monologist (Google it), Andy Kirkpatrick talks about writing.Website: andy-kirkpatrick.comInstagram: @psychoverticalTwitter: @psyc...
HE#9: Climbing as a three, portaledges and learning.
08 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Andy talks about Climbing as a three, portaledges and learning.If you'd like to ask a question then contact Andy through Facebook...
Episode 15: Andy Kirkpatrick: the Sea.
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Climber, writer and monologist (Google it), Andy Kirkpatrick talks about writing.Audio from Kelly Cordes: https://kellycordes.comWebsite: andy-kirkpat...
Episode 14: Andy Kirkpatrick: Holy water, sucking teeth and sleeping mats
28 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Climber, writer and monologist (Google it), Andy Kirkpatrick talks about trash, partners and obsessions.Website: andy-kirkpatrick.comInstagram: @psych...
Episode 13: Andy Kirkpatrick: Partners, trash and obession
08 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Climber, writer and monologist (Google it), Andy Kirkpatrick talks about trash, partners and obsessions.Website: andy-kirkpatrick.comInstagram: @psych...
HE#8: Stoves, lockers and climbing partners
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Andy talks about stoves for travel, auto lockers and finding partners.If you'd like to ask a question then contact Andy through F...
HE#7: Warm Hands & Feet + Exped Communications
18 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Andy talks about keeping your hands and feet warm, as well as communication technology.If you'd like to ask a question then conta...
Episode 12: Andy Kirkpatrick: Failure
13 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Climber, writer and monologist (Google it), Andy Kirkpatrick talks about issues around failure.Website: andy-kirkpatrick.comInstagram: @psychovertical...
HE#6: VBL Socks & Anchors
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Andy talks about mountain tents, VBL socks and anchors.If you'd like to ask a question then contact Andy through Facebook, Twitte...
Episode 11: Andy Kirkpatrick: Mountain Molehill
05 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Climber, writer and monologist (Google it), Andy Kirkpatrick talks about access to the outdoors.Website: andy-kirkpatrick.comInstagram: @psychovertica...
HE#5: Unsexy Underwear, Pee bottles and Rope Twists
03 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Andy talks about unsexy underwear, pee bottles and not getting your ropes in a twist.If you'd like to ask a question then contact...
Episode 10: Andy Kirkpatrick: Fear
30 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Climber, writer and monologist (Google it), Andy Kirkpatrick talks about the fear of easy things.BBC FourThought: "Risky Play"BBC The Digital ...
HE#4: Gear for the Nose, Softshells and more Prusik stuff.
28 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Miniseries from climber and writer Andy Kirkpatrick where he answers questions and tries to make the climbing world a safer place.If you'd like to...
Episode 9: Andy Kirkpatrick: Love
26 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Climber, writer and monologist (Google it), Andy Kirkpatrick talks about the difficulties involved with loving a climber (or any obsessive). Website: ...
HE#3: Tips
21 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Miniseries from climber and writer Andy Kirkpatrick where he answers questions and tries to make the climbing world a safer place.If you'd like to...
Episode 8: Andy Kirkpatrick: The Flame
17 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Climber, writer and monologist (Google it), Andy Kirkpatrick talks about how to help motivate people who have passion and drive while also trying to h...
HE#2: Winter Camping tips
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Miniseries from climber and writer Andy Kirkpatrick where he answers questions and tries to make the climbing world a safer place.If you'd like to...
Episode 7: Andy Kirkpatrick: Me and Bear Grylls, a love story.
09 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Climber, writer and monologist (Google it), Andy Kirkpatrick talks about meeting his nemesis and alter ego Edward 'Bear' Grylls.Website: https...
HE#1: The Prusik back-up
07 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A new mini series from climber and writer Andy Kirkpatrick where he answers questions and tries to make the climbing world a safer place.If you'd ...
Episode 6: Andy Kirkpatrick : Happiness (or the absence of misery).
02 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Climber, writer and monologist (Google it), Andy Kirkpatrick talks about happiness in 2020.Website: https://andy-kirkpatrick.comInstagram: http://inst...
Episode 5: Andy Kirkpatrick: Cracks, post it notes and roadhouse, a chat with Pete Whittaker
26 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Climber, writer and monologist (Google it), Andy Kirkpatrick talks to climber Pete Whittaker about a wide range of subjects, including crack climbing,...
Episode 4: Andy Kirkpatrick: Climbing Culture & literature with Jon Barton
19 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Climber and writer Andy Kirkpatrick talks to publisher Jon Barton (Vertebrate Publishing) about the state of climbing and mountaineering literature, i...
Episode 3: Andy Kirkpatrick: Jim Herrington
12 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Climber, writer and monologist (Google it), Andy Kirkpatrick talks to climber and photographer Jim Herrington about a wide range of subjects, includin...
Episode 2: Andy Kirkpatrick: Staying Alive
06 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Climber, writer and monologist (Google it), Andy Kirkpatrick talks about his experiences on not dying in the mountains.Website: https://andy-kirkpatri...
Episode 1: Andy Kirkpatrick: All the world's a stage
27 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Climber, writer and monologist (Google it), Andy Kirkpatrick talks about his career as a performer.Music by PogoSupport the show (https://www.paypal.m...