Policy Rx with the Rock Doc
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Podcast Overview
<p>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.</p>
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August 11, 2026
The Art of Climbing with Luke Mehall
<p>Climbing is more than the routes we climb—it’s the stories, art, community, and experiences that shape its culture.</p><p></p><p>In this episode of <i>Policy Rx</i>, The Rock Doc sits down with Luke Mehall, publisher of <i>The Climbing Zine</i> and host of the <i>Dirtbag State of Mind</i> podcast, to talk about the intersection of climbing, art, and advocacy—from the importance of authentic storytelling and creating space for the next generation to how Luke’s own perspective has evolved over a lifetime of climbing.</p><p></p><p>Plus, hear why Luke sees stewardship as one of the most tangible ways climbers can make a positive impact—and how replacing bolts, building trails, and passing knowledge on to younger climbers are just as much a part of climbing culture as the climbing itself.</p>
July 2, 2026
The Future of Climbing in Designated Wilderness with Jason Keith
<p>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.</p><p></p><p>In this episode of <i>Policy Rx</i>, The Rock Doc sits down with Access Fund's Senior Policy Advisor, Jason Keith, to break down what these long-awaited proposals mean for climbers, why climbing management matters, and how you can help shape the final policies during the public comment period.</p><p></p><p>Plus, learn why it's important for climbers to know what type of land they’re climbing on—pro tip: roadside crags can be designated wilderness and remote alpine towers can be non-wilderness. </p>
March 13, 2026
Reflections on Climbing’s Past and Future with Beth Rodden
<p>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 episode of Policy Rx, Beth and Erik explore how climbing has changed over the past few decades, the policies and infrastructure that make modern climbing possible, and what today’s trends, including advanced training and evolving stewardship practices, might mean for the next generation of climbers.</p>
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- What is Policy Rx with the Rock Doc?
<p>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.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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