The Testpiece Podcast

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A podcast about high level climbing. How to go from Good to Great.Hosted by Joshua Horsley.

  1. 3D AGO

    #184 Connor Herson — The World’s Hardest (And Best?) Trad Climb, Proposing A New Grade, and Headlining The Mellow Tour

    Connor Herson is back after an insane 3 years. Last week he proposed the world’s first 5.15 trad climb, “Drifter’s Escape,” a beautiful single pitch in Squamish that revolves around one of the best moves you could ask for on gear. He also talks about balancing climbing professionally with completing his masters degree, lessons he’s learned from climbing with boulderers, and his philosophy of improving by climbing as much volume as he can without sacrificing difficulty. Patreon Bonus Content (join Patreon for extended cut):  A look into Connor’s approach to trainingWhat makes him so strong on jams and locks?Connor’s bouldering aspirationsConnor and the TB2 Join Patreon: HERE Follow us on Instagram: HERE Visit our podcast page: HERE

    1h 13m

  2. FEB 16

    Good Temps #10 — The World’s New Hardest Climb, 5.15 Trad, Sweet Yosemite Granite, and Is Climbing a Sport?

    This is a recurring podcast focused on the latest things happening in climbing and what it means for our sport from industry veterans: Carlo Traversi, Will Anglin, Austin Hoyt, and Joshua Horsley. Look at the Chapters for today's topics. Patreon Questions (join Patreon for extended cut with answers): What’s the best way to approach solo night climbing?More crazy skincare techniques from WillIs Font or Yosemite more technical?SHOW NOTES: Duality of Man (5.15d): https://www.instagram.com/p/DT-zNfBibXI/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Drifter's Escape (5.15a Trad): https://www.instagram.com/p/DUqlp18j6vL/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Nate Williams on ROTSW: https://www.instagram.com/p/DUMf_aCgdpd/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Join Patreon: HERE Follow us on Instagram: HERE Visit our podcast page: HERE

    1h 24m

  3. FEB 9

    #183 Adam Shahar – The World’s Hardest Move, A Year of Improvement, and Is ROTSW Really V17?

    Adam Shahar is back on the pod after the best year any climber could ask for. He’s been crushing hard boulders in Bishop, and Yosemite, and just climbed his first V17, Return of the Sleepwalker. He also talks about his recent banger V13 FA in the Valley, and his single-move Northeast megaproject. Patreon Bonus Content (join Patreon for extended cut):  Adam’s favorite crags in the NortheastOther projects Adam’s eyeingWhat motivates you as a climber?Why are there so many strong crimpers in the Northeast?SHOW NOTES: “La Dolce Vita” V13 FA: https://www.instagram.com/p/DT6XK3Zksaj/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==/ Join Patreon: HERE Follow us on Instagram: HERE Visit our podcast page: HERE

    1h 11m

  4. FEB 2

    Board Talk #8 — The Most Brutal Board, 8B’s On Different Boards, TB2 Mirror vs Spray, ROQ Talk, and Gamification Of Boards

    Boards have become a unique discipline and culture within climbing, so we created a recurring podcast focused on the latest things happening in board climbing and what it means for our sport from industry veterans and board lovers: Michael Rosato and Quinn Spadafora from Tension Climbing, and Joshua Horsley the host of Testpiece. Patreon Bonus Content (join Patreon for extended cut): Gamification of boards pro’s and con’s?Best ways to do Leaderboards?What separates Quinn from the actual Board Lords?SHOW NOTES: ROQ Climbing Gym: https://www.roqclimbing.com/ 8B On A Moonboard?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4hR75avQkU Wheel Rock “Crimpiest Board”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ggh3uhdTVm8 “ursula” V6 TB2 Spray by Alex Johnson Join Patreon: HERE Follow us on Instagram: HERE Visit our podcast page: HERE

    1h 38m

  5. JAN 26

    #182 Melina Costanza — A Fairy Tale Ending, 3rd Place World Championship Debut, The Underdog, Stronger After A Major Injury, and Her Outdoor Era Begins

    Melina Costanza is back on Testpiece for the 3rd time! That’s because Melina is absolutely outstanding in every way: competitions, outdoors, training, and especially mindset. Melina is able to articulate all of her thoughts on these things in a way that most can’t which is why we love having her on the podcast as often as possible. She also recently competed in her first ever World Championship where she podiumed!! Even more astounding is that she did this as her first comp back after having to sit out the entire World Cup series with a serious knee injury. Patreon Bonus Content (join Patreon for extended cut):  Are you gunning for the 2028 Olympics?What is the prime age for being a competition climber?The role of JOY in greatness.Arnold Schwarzenegger!Indoor skin management vs. Outdoor skin management? Join Patreon: HERE Follow us on Instagram: HERE Visit our podcast page: HERE

    1h 44m

  6. JAN 19

    Good Temps #9 — Live Streaming Free Soloing, Everyone Does V17 In RR, Wet Rock Common Sense, and 2025’s Winners / Losers / ’26 Predictions

    This is a recurring podcast focused on the latest things happening in climbing and what it means for our sport from industry veterans: Carlo Traversi, Will Anglin, Austin Hoyt, and Joshua Horsley. Look at the Chapters for today's topics. Patreon Bonus Content (join Patreon for extended cut): This Bonus content is SO GOOD. If you don’t have Patreon just sign up, get the 7-day Free Trial, and cancel immediately. You can’t miss this! I guarantee you will laugh out loud. -josh 2025 Top 3 Moments2025’s Biggest Winners2025’s Biggest Losers2026 Predictions & Wishes“Savage Downgrades”“Big Toe Condoms” Join Patreon: HERE Follow us on Instagram: HERE Visit our podcast page: HERE

    1h 19m

  7. JAN 12

    #181 Tim, My Dude — Chasing Mastery, The Challenge You Actually Want, V14 Highball FA, and Tim’s Approach To Coaching

    Tim, my dude, [aka Tim Kang] is back on the pod for another fun episode! Tim has rededicated himself to the mastery of climbing after a brief stint in a normal 9-5. And boy did he come back with a bang with the amazing FA of Borrowed Time, a stunning V14 highball in Tahoe. Patreon Bonus Content (join Patreon for extended cut): Mentally dealing with big injuries. How do you do it, and how did it shift your perspective on climbing?Biggest Moments for Climbing in 2025? Predictions for 2026?Would you be willing to change your proposed grade of Mandala Sit to V14?SHOW NOTES: timkangcoaching.comFocus: A Bishop Highball Project with Tim Kang Join Patreon: HERE Follow us on Instagram: HERE Visit our podcast page: HERE

    1h 53m

  8. JAN 5

    Board Talk #7 — New MoonBoard?!, Quantum Board, BL#9, and What’s Coming In 2026 with Benn Wheeler and Risotto Rhomboids

    Boards have become a unique discipline and culture within climbing, so we created a recurring podcast focused on the latest things happening in board climbing and what it means for our sport from industry veterans and board lovers: Michael Rosato (Director of Marketing at Tension), Benn Wheeler, and Joshua Horsley. Patreon Bonus Content (join Patreon for extended cut): Benn’s Favorite Shoes for Board ClimbingMost Iconic Board Climbs (and why climbs become iconic)Everyone's Favorite and Least Favorite TB2 Holds SHOW NOTES: StoneLine Podcast w/ Ben Moon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2W8P-tKM40 Quantum Board Session w/ Adam Ondra and Stefano Ghisolfi: https://youtu.be/j-PMLkanWCQ?si=MdNKzok20A6IBPeD Board Lords #9: https://youtu.be/xJcj99-_UVw?si=oiUbUzWUTXvFyAOL Lumo board: https://www.lumoclimbing.com/ Shiny Wall: https://shinywall.com/en/standard-max-full/ Join Patreon: HERE Follow us on Instagram: HERE Visit our podcast page: HERE

    1h 38m
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A podcast about high level climbing. How to go from Good to Great.Hosted by Joshua Horsley.

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  • Creator
    Testpiece
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    200
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 TESTPIECE Inc.
  • Show Website
    The Testpiece Podcast

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