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!

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Timestamps of discussion topics

0:00 - Introduction/giving some love to North America

8:59 - Kicking IFSC's door in for a job

14:25 - Hardest year: 2016 commentary

18:02 - A trip to North Korea

26:21 - Improving IFSC Production

31:42 - Charlie's biggest commentary mistakes

37:51 - Repetitive Commentary

43:42 - The handoff to Matt Groom

46:23 - Why he left IFSC

51:03 - Post-IFSC work

52:50 - What it's like traveling around with climbers

56:40 - Dirtbag vs serious pro climbers

1:07:12 - Ideas to make competitions more entertaining to watch

1:13:18 - 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