PODCAST · society
Slow Climb
by Jacob Slaton
Jacob Slaton interviews interesting people about the slow climb of life and everything associated with it. slowclimb.substack.com
Episodes
-
#038 Jim Gibbons
Jacob and Jim talk about the 1972 Elvis Presley concert at Barton Coliseum in Little Rock, where Jim was lucky enough to score front row tickets. They discuss Jim’s early years of pursuing a career in theater, meeting his wife Callie, his eventual transition to becoming a hospital chaplain, and...
-
#037 Campbell Loibner
Jacob and Campbell discuss college life, dating, running, mountain climbing, artificial intelligence, and growing up with a semi-famous grandpa, plus lots more. Thanks for listening. Please take a minute to share, subscribe, and leave a rating. This is a public episode. If you would like to…
more -
#036 Michael Hall
Jacob and Michael talk about Michael’s brand new album Church Songs, which releases today on all streaming platforms under the name Richard Michael Hall. They also reminisce on their years of photoshoots together and, most importantly, their favorite chicken tender restaurants. This is a public...
-
#035 Greg Phillips
Jacob and Greg discuss the good and not-so-good aspects of growing up in the evangelical south in the 90s and early 2000s. They also dive into Greg’s self-described psychotic break during which he dove headlong into conspiracy theory chatrooms and the weird corners of the internet. They wrap up…
more -
#034 Brennan Abbey
Jacob and Brennan discuss their faith in Jesus, and the value of finding a worship experience where the holy spirit is welcome and alive. What does that mean? Listen to the episode to hear more. They also touch on fly fishing, music, and the Good Ol’ Grateful Dead. Here’s a couple of things the...
-
#033 Andrew Calaway
Jacob and Andrew talk about books, video games, kids, and yes - Dungeons & Dragons. They start the episode by discussing some of their favorite moments from the game where their characters are bound to become best buddies in whatever made up world they find themselves dropped into. Enjoy the...
-
#032 Jake Morris
You didn’t ask for it, but here it is anyway, another full hour of Dungeons & Dragons talk with everyone’s favorite dungeon master, Jake Morris. Jacob and Jake discuss their favorite character classes, map creation, session zeros, dice, dreams, and so much more. Thanks for listening. This is a...
-
#031 Dave Slaton
Jacob and his dad discuss memories of Dave’s parents and siblings, his faith as a Christ follower, and the value of being deeply known and loved by a group of men who have each other’s backs, no matter what. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get...
-
#030 Michelle Swope
Jacob and Michelle discuss her activism work on behalf of the people of Palestine. They also discuss the untimely death of her late husband, Marcus. And finally, they talk about some fun stuff, like her precious daughter Birdie and the video games she’s currently having fun with. Below are links…
more -
#029 Tony McGhee
Jacob and Tony discuss having an unexpected pregnancy at a young age, and trying to figure out how to be an adult when you’re still just a kid. They touch on faith, religion, depression, and parenting. They also hit on Tony’s music memories and favorite live concert moments. Please consider...
-
#028 Heriberto Marin
Jacob and Herb discuss immigration, growing up as a DACA kid from Mexico, and the current fears associated with living as a non-citizen in the USA. They also touch on the value of being known and loved within a trusted community of believers, and their shared loved of country music. This is a...
-
#027 Ryan Johnston
Jacob and Ryan discuss why he killed his oldest daughter’s hermit crab when she was only 9 years old, and how he’s going to redeem that devastating failure by taking great care of his first grandchild, due later this summer. They also discuss Jesus, marriage, music, and their all-time favorite...
-
#026 Ben Singleton
Jacob and Ben shamelessly indulge in nearly two hours of hot takes on bands and musical artists. They hit on Wilco, Kanye West, Garth Brooks, Mumford & Sons, Outkast, Eric Clapton, Nickelback, Iron & Wine, and so many more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other...
-
#025 Emily Gaiser
Jacob and Emily talk about hearing the voice of God in the drag queens, and in the wilderness, and within our very selves. They also discuss their own personal revelations about sexuality and who goes to hell, and unlearning wrong thinking, and the lifelong process of figuring out who we are in…
more -
#024 Stephen Ray
Jacob and Stephen discuss his origin story, his discovery of music and ministry, and the impact of race in America from the perspective of a Black man in the South. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...
-
#023 Scott "Padre" Eaton
Jacob and Padre discuss his origin story, military experience, what it means to be an Army Chaplain, the significance of knowing what your true name is, and the meaning and value of tattoos as a modern day monument to the big moments in life that shape us. This is a public episode. If you would...
-
#022 Dani White
Jacob and Dani talk about death, grief, oversharing, giving up control, and the vast community of people it takes to raise kids. Click here to watch the slideshow from Matt’s memorial service. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to…
more -
#021 Robert Tellez
Election Day Special! Jacob and Robert discuss the final days of Robert’s campaign leading up to election day, March 3rd, 2026. Robert is running for Pulaski County Circuit Court, 3rd Division. To learn more about Robert, visit his campaign website here. This is a public episode. If you would…
more -
#020 Peyton Land
Jacob and Peyton discuss their many adventures climbing mountains together in Colorado, their shared loved of Castle Bluff, and the people who had the biggest impact on their lives musically. To learn more about Castle Bluff, click here. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this...
-
#019 Maddy Barker
Jacob and Maddy discuss fun memories of her amazing wedding in Italy, and talk about what it’s like to have two kids in the hospital with major medical emergencies at the same time. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes,...
-
#018 Levin Aialik Slaton
In a very special episode, Jacob sits down with his eight-year-old nephew, Levin, to talk about life, school, family, books, video games, career plans, and (most importantly) Dungeons & Dragons. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to...
-
#017 Britton Wesson
Jacob and Britton start out by discussing their shared love of the music of James Taylor and Lyle Lovett. They talk about a specific prayer that’s very important to them, and the greater impact of a men’s retreat called Men of the Ozarks. They go on to discuss The Buffalo Way, Britton’s new…
more -
#016 Hannah Owens
Jacob and Hannah talk about life, friendship, church, music, the enneagram, and lots more. There’s also a surprise guest appearance from a cat named Murphy and a wonderful human named Aricka. Thanks for listening. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers…
more -
#015 Sarabeth Jones
Jacob and Sarabeth discuss the beautiful days of their former church family, the pain and poignancy of watching it all change, and the joys of being an enneagram four. To watch the “Jesus is King” video that Jacob and Sarabeth mention at the start of the episode, click here. This is a public...
-
#014 Linda Slaton
Jacob and his Mom discuss their personal journeys of faith, and share a few of the impactful moments that shaped them along the way. They also discuss the value of asking big questions in life whenever the moment presents itself. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with...
-
#013 Elizabeth McCormick
Jacob and Elizabeth share stories of vehicle breakdowns, and the lessons learned from that type of vulnerability and helplessness. Elizabeth confesses to illegally smuggling a dog across an African border. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get...
-
#012 Kayla Sherman
Jacob and Kayla discuss counseling, spirituality, vulnerability, creativity, self-love, big ideas, and what happens when life hands you an unwanted interruption. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...
-
#011 David McCormick
Jacob and David discuss the United Methodist Church and what it means to be a Methodist in today's culture, plus deeper conversations about faith, scripture, self-care, and big plans to go fly fishing in Alaska. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or...
-
#010 Erin Calaway
Jacob and Erin discuss the enormous impact of music on their lives. From the formative songs of their youth and young adult years, to the music they have enjoyed sharing with their own kids, to their favorite soundtracks, and that mystical magical thing that happens when you dance. Listen to Erin...
-
#009 Peter Smith
Peter and Jacob discuss the practice of meditation, freedom, worship, Bob Dylan, and memories of a close friend who passed away. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit slowclimb.substack.com
-
#008 John David Pittman
Jacob and John David discuss driving while FaceTiming, growing up in the 80s, shooting photos at a Bigfoot festival, their brief shared stint in reality television, and much more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes,...
-
#007 Michael Holmes
Jacob and Michael discuss the enneagram, the Grateful Dead, live Goose concerts, barfing up your old self in the middle of an ultramarathon, and just a smidge of Dungeons & Dragons. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes,...
-
#006 Katelyn Allen
Jacob and Katelyn discuss snow day vibes, video games, publishing, and the joys of s**t talking. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit slowclimb.substack.com
-
#005 Melanie Holmes
Jacob and Melanie discuss her 20 years as an educator, music, travel, the enneagram, and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit slowclimb.substack.com
-
#004 Braden Mitchell
Braden and Jacob discuss Pink Floyd, gas station snacks, patriotism, and three words of focus for the new year. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit slowclimb.substack.com
-
#003 Micaiah Slaton
Micaiah Slaton is not only my wife of 21 years, she also a travel enthusiast, adventuring partner, mom, and Realtor in Central Arkansas. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit slowclimb.substack.com
-
#002 Jake Morris
Jake Morris is a Dungeons & Dragons player, dungeon master, and overall D&D enthusiast. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit slowclimb.substack.com
-
#001 Robert Tellez
Jacob talks with Robert Tellez about life as an attorney and running for Judge. To learn more about Robert and his campaign, visit his website at www.tellez4judge.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...
-
Introducing Slow Climb
Join host Jacob Slaton as he interviews cool people about life, work, family, friends, and more. It's a ton of fun. Don't miss it! Subscribe to Slow Climb wherever you get your podcasts! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus...
We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.
No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.
No topics indexed yet for this podcast.
Loading reviews...
Loading similar podcasts...
Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does Slow Climb have?
Slow Climb currently has 39 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Slow Climb about?
Jacob Slaton interviews interesting people about the slow climb of life and everything associated with it. slowclimb.substack.com
How often does Slow Climb release new episodes?
Slow Climb has 39 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
Where can I listen to Slow Climb?
You can listen to Slow Climb on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.
Who hosts Slow Climb?
Slow Climb is created and hosted by Jacob Slaton.
URL copied to clipboard!