Podcasts
July 1, 2020
For the Love of Climbing (podcast)- Episode 18: Life Through a Sieve
“Going through a traumatic experience is kind of like putting your life through a sieve. In 2009, Kareemah was diagnosed with cancer and underwent an amputation on her left leg below the knee.”
2020
The Dirtbag Diaries - Ep. 153 What Unites Us
Today we hear stories from two people who’ve leaned in and worked directly with elected leaders to have a say in the future of the places we love. Canyon Woodward explains how trail running is a lot like running for office, and Kareemah Batts shares what it’s like to Climb The Hill on behalf of public lands and the outdoor community. We also hear from a broad set of voices across our country about why participation in the democratic process matters. We’re all in this together.
April 30, 2020
The Climbing Advocate - Episode #18
Today’s guest is Kareemah Batts. Kareemah is an adaptive climber based in New York City with one incredible story. She was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer back in 2009 and was forced to have one of her legs amputated to save her life.
2020
In this episode, we’re joined by Kareemah Batts on how to be an anti-racist and ally in the wake of the unnecessary deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, Nina Pop, Sean Reed and so many more.
June 2018
Safety Third Podcast - Diversity Is More Than Color
Kareemah Batts is many things. A woman. A climber. An African American. A cancer survivor. An amputee. A self-described “broke girl from Flatbush.” She’s not just one thing. After being overlooked for conversations about diversity in the outdoor world, Kareemah took it upon herself to jumpstart a new conversation — she wants to expand the outdoor community’s definition of diversity and to rethink how we approach inclusivity. Because, as it turns out, diversity is a pretty damn diverse subject.
June 25, 2018
Freedom to Focus w/ Kevin Jorgeson - Kareemah Batts - Defying the Odds
In her late twenties, Kareemah Batts was diagnosed with synovial sarcoma, a super rare cancer that strikes young adults. Rather than endure multiple surgeries to battle the illness, Kareemah opted for amputation of her left leg below the knee. In her recovery, the New York City native discovered a passion for climbing and uncovered a penchant for defying the odds. As founder of the Adaptive Climbing Group, she has provided inspirational pathways for fellow amputees and adaptive climbers to discover the sport and has worked tirelessly to help redefine athleticism in the climbing culture.
June 2018
She Explores - Episode 68: Perfectly Capable of Climbing
Kareemah Batts is a cancer survivor and the founder of Adaptive Climbing Group. After finding climbing after losing part of her leg to cancer, Kareemah wanted to share the feeling she has on the wall with others. She’s done with sympathy, she just wants to climb.