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Policy Rx with the Rock Doc
by Access Fund
Policy Rx is a limited series from Access Fund, created by Dr. Erik Murdock, our Deputy Director of Programs, Policy, and Government Affairs. Each episode serves up a digestible dose of the policies shaping climbing, as Erik sits down with insiders, lawmakers, and pro climbers to break it all down.
Episodes
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Inside the Yosemite Land Transfer with Former Acting Deputy Superintendent Paul Stern
Hazel Green Ranch and Yosemite National Park have a relationship stretching back to the 1800s. Now, a potential land transfer involving the 83-acre private property on Yosemite’s western boundary is raising new questions about handing over America’s public lands to private companies, fair access…
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Climbers, Anglers, and the Fight for Roadless Areas with Trout Unlimited
Climbers and anglers have more in common than you might think, especially when it comes to protecting public lands. In this episode of Policy Rx, The Rock Doc sits down with Trout Unlimited President and CEO Chris Wood, who helped develop the Roadless Rule while working for the U.S. Forest…
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The Art of Climbing with Luke Mehall
Climbing is more than the routes we climb—it’s the stories, art, community, and experiences that shape its culture. In this episode of Policy Rx, The Rock Doc sits down with Luke Mehall, publisher of The Climbing Zine and host of the Dirtbag State of Mind podcast, to talk about the intersection…
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The Future of Climbing in Designated Wilderness with Jason Keith
When the Protecting America's Rock Climbing (PARC) Act became law in 2025, it marked a historic win for climbers. Now comes the next step: the draft climbing management guidance that will put the law into practice. In this episode of Policy Rx, The Rock Doc sits down with Access Fund's Senior...
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Reflections on Climbing’s Past and Future with Beth Rodden
Professional climber Beth Rodden joins the Rock Doc for a reflective conversation about her lifelong relationship with climbing, from serving on the Access Fund board early in her career to pushing the limits of traditional climbing with her first ascent of Meltdown (5.14c) in Yosemite. In this...
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Why Adaptive Athletes Belong in Wilderness with Quinn Brett
Professional climber and adaptive athlete Quinn Brett joins the Rock Doc for a candid conversation about how her life-altering injury reshaped her relationship with the outdoors—and ignited her advocacy for disability access in wild places. In this episode of Policy Rx, Quinn and Erik dig into…
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What It Means to Be a Dirtbag with Cedar Wright
Professional climber, filmmaker, and OG dirtbag Cedar Wright joins the Rock Doc to unpack what it really means to be a dirtbag—then and now—from sleeping in caves in Yosemite to building a fund that helps the next generation keep their climbing dreams alive. From dumpster-diving days on the road…
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Why Futuristic Climbing Requires Access with Connor Herson
Pro climber Connor Herson joins the Rock Doc to explore how access has shaped his career—from bold trad lines to recently becoming the third person in history to free The Nose in a day. Growing up on California’s iconic granite and pushing into some of the most visionary terrain in the sport,...
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Climber to Climbing Advocate with Timmy Kang
Pro climber Timmy Kang joins the Rock Doc to reflect on the season that reshaped his relationship with climbing by joining Access Fund in Washington, D.C. Fresh off sending some of the Buttermilks’ scariest blocs, Timmy stepped into the world of federal policy, gaining a front-row seat to Access...
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Risk and Reverence in Bears Ears with Kitty Calhoun
Legendary alpinist Kitty Calhoun joins the Rock Doc to discuss her recent Climbing Magazine op-ed on base jumping in Bears Ears. Drawn by world-class terrain and rooted in deep cultural and spiritual significance, Kitty explores how the very landscapes that captivate climbers and jumpers also...
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Why You Shouldn't Sleep on Oak Flat with Sierra Blair
What makes Oak Flat worth fighting for—and worth climbing at? Pro climber Sierra Blair joins the Rock Doc to share why this iconic Arizona destination is so special, from world-class boulders to its deep cultural and spiritual significance. As Sierra’s local haunt, Oak Flat is where she’s grown…
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From the Crag to the Capitol with Chris Schulte
In the latest episode of Policy Rx, the Rock Doc sits down with first ascensionist and bouldering extraordinaire: Chris Schulte. Listen as they dive deep into one of climbing's biggest legislative victories—the battle against a proposal that would have banned fixed anchors in Wilderness areas and...
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Climbing for Change with Kai Lightner
In the most recent episode of Policy Rx, the Rock Doc sits down with Kai Lightner to talk climbing advocacy—from his introduction to the political process to founding his nonprofit Climbing for Change. Listen to how Kai is breaking down barriers and creating opportunities to experience our sport,...
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Tariffs, Trade, and the Cost of Adventure with Black Diamond
In his most recent episode of Policy Rx, the Rock Doc sat down with VP of Operations, Fabian Garza and the Advocacy & Sustainability Manager, Jessica Powell at Black Diamond to talk about the current administration's impact on their day-to-day operations, covering everything from tariff...
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Stonemaster to Climbing Advocacy with Lynn Hill
Climbing legend Lynn Hill joins the Rock Doc on Policy Rx to reflect on her journey—from bold ascents since the '70s to decades of climbing advocacy—and what today’s climbers need to know.
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Protecting Public Lands with Tommy Caldwell
In this episode of Policy Rx, the Rock Doc sits down with Tommy Caldwell to talk climbing advocacy—from his decades-long fight to protect Bears Ears in Utah to defending Oak Flat in Arizona. These iconic landscapes share stunning beauty—and a looming threat: access is at risk.
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Taking Climate Action to the Summit with Caroline Gleich
In his latest Policy Rx, the Rock Doc sat down with professional ski mountaineer and environmental advocate Caroline Gleich to talk about Caroline's advocacy work, her recent run for the US Senate, and the state of our public lands today.
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Uniting the Outdoor Industry with Jessica Turner
The Rock Doc sat down with the president of Outdoor Recreation Roundtable, Jessica Turner, to break down what's happening at the policy level regarding government staff reductions, how the EXPLORE Act will be implemented, and what you need to know about the next steps in climbing advocacy.
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Inside the National Park Service with Bob Ratcliffe
The Rock Doc sits down with Bob Ratcliffe, who mostly recently served as the Division Chief of Conservation and Outdoor Recreation for the National Park Service, to talk about the recent firings of public servants and how this will affect the future of our national parks, services, and BLM lands.
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Decoding Public Lands Policy with Jason Keith
The Rock Doc sits down with Senior Policy Advisor Jason Keith to discuss what's next for the PARC Act and how we plan on working with the current administration.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Policy Rx is a limited series from Access Fund, created by Dr. Erik Murdock, our Deputy Director of Programs, Policy, and Government Affairs. Each episode serves up a digestible dose of the policies shaping climbing, as Erik sits down with insiders, lawmakers, and pro climbers to break it all down.
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Policy Rx is a limited series from Access Fund, created by Dr. Erik Murdock, our Deputy Director of Programs, Policy, and Government Affairs. Each episode serves up a digestible dose of the policies shaping climbing, as Erik sits down with insiders, lawmakers, and pro climbers to break it all down.
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