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Climb The Ladder

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Climb The Ladder is presented by Washed Up Network! Washington natives, twins, and former teammates, Hunter and Duncan Robertson bring you the latest on all things baseball - news, updates, trades, rumors, life and more! Tune in and climb the ladder with us - one strike at a time. For more Washed Up Network content, follow @washedupnetwork on social media.
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Episodes

Ole Miss Rebels are College World Series Champs and Luke Combs Growin' Up Album Review

Today we have a PACKED episode for you! Definitely don't want to miss this one as we kick it off with baseball around the Major League. Then we highlight the incredible turn around season that Ole Miss had to fight their way to the top as 2022 College World Series Champions! We dedicated most of this episode to reviewing the brand new Luke Combs album, Growin' Up! Tune in to hear the twins thoughts and some of their favorites of the 12 track album! Tune in for episode 105! Visit our Facebook gro...

Jul 01, 20221 hr 1 min

Records Set Across the League and the Mariners Fight for a .500 Record

Highlights and records set across Major League Baseball! Unfortunately, a number of the records were set against the Mariners. What do the Mariners need to do to battle their way to a .500 record? Tune in for episode 104! Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for you! This episode is brought to you by Rugged Roots. We partnered up with Rugged Roots, the BEST in beard grooming products! Visit their website Ruggedroots.com and...

Jun 25, 202231 min

Former Sports Executive Mike McCall Joins CTL

Mike McCall, former sports executive for multiple minor league hockey and baseball teams, as well as VP of Marketing and Sales for the Dallas Stars and New Jersey Devils, joined CTL for episode 103 to break down his career in sports. Tune in for stories of coaches, players, championships and more with Mike as we recap his 30+ career. We also gained great insight to youth sports and the lessons kids can learn by being part of a team. You don't want to miss this interiew! Visit our Facebook group ...

Jun 15, 202244 min

Angels Ship Sinking, Mariners Fight and Semien Gets Hot

Joe Maddon is OUT as head coach of the Angels in the midst of a 14-game losing streak. They're even playing Nickleback to break the curse! What's next for Trout and Ohtani? The Mariners are climbing out of the AL West hole and chasing the first place Astros. Ty France, J Rod and Cal Raleigh are getting hot at the right time. What can the M's do before the All Star break? Segments include Beer League Softball, Fantasy Feats and Failures, and Weekend Recap. Tune into Episode 102! Visit our Faceboo...

Jun 10, 202237 min

Baseball 101 and The Kyle Lewis Effect

Episode 101 is here with a special baseball 101 dive! The twins talk about their favorite players, parts of the game, and what makes baseball special. The Mariners are struggling on the road but have a long home stand approaching to turn things around. Wake up with CTL this week! Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for you! This episode is brought to you by Rugged Roots. We partnered up with Rugged Roots, the BEST in beard...

Jun 04, 202232 min

EPISODE 100!! Featuring Some of CTL’s Favorite Guests

We made it, welcome to EPISODE 100! Today you'll hear from some of Climb The Ladder’s finest guests. We invited our friends and yours: Joey, Jim, Clayton, and Andrew to join us in interviews leading up to our big milestone to recount their favorite memories along the way, and of course talk some sports while we're at it. From the bottom of our hearts, we couldn't be more thankful for each listener throughout all 100 episodes. We truly couldn't have done this without YOU. Enjoy! Visit our Faceboo...

May 25, 20222 hr 14 min

Pujols Pitching, Mariners Hit A Slump, and Seahawks Schedule Predictions

We are just ONE episode away from episode 100! Join us to hear about Pujols taking the mound and the skid the Reds are on. The Mariners also aren't fairing too well as of late, but we are hopeful for the young ballclub! Finally, join us for segments Outside the Diamond where we predict Seahawks wins and losses, and Highlights and Bloopers from our Bye Week in Costa Rica! Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for you! This ep...

May 19, 202232 min

Logan Gilbert is AL Player of the Month and J Rod Hits First HR

Logan Gilbert achieved AL Player of the Month with a .4 ERA and rookie J Rod hits his first homer! Segments include Deep Cuts and Beer League Softball. Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for you! This episode is brought to you by Rugged Roots. We partnered up with Rugged Roots, the BEST in beard grooming products! Visit their website Ruggedroots.com and try our promo code, specifically made for our listeners LADDER20 for ...

May 05, 202235 min

Mariners Atop NL West and College Baseball Rankings

We're nearly 3 weeks into the 2022 season and the standings are taking shape. The Mariners are half a game up on the Angels and it's anyone's spot in the AL and NL Central. Tennessee is sitting at the top 25 of D1 college baseball and the SEC and Pac-12 have some solid representation. Hear Hunter's recap of live baseball last week and what hit the spot for the twins! Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for you! This episod...

Apr 27, 202235 min

First Week of the MLB Season, Beer League Softball in Full Swing and Live Baseball Games

We are one week in to the 2022 MLB Season and loving every moment of it! It's great to see baseball on the TV at almost all hours of the day. The twins both have their respective Beer League softball games going in full swing! Hunter has a couple of live baseball games to go to! It's that time of year and we can't get enough of the baseball season! Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for you! This episode is brought to you...

Apr 20, 202227 min

Mariners Season Underway and Rob Lewis Joins CTL

The 2022 MLB season is well underway and the Mariners are off to a good start on the road! The Nationals are up for sale and the twins are thinking about making a small investment. Finally, Robert Lewis, former Boise State and Sacramento State football player, joins CTL to talk his football career and what he's currently up to in Wisconsin. Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for you! This episode is brought to you by Rugg...

Apr 13, 202241 min

Opening Day In Full Swing and Kansas Jayhawks are National Champs

MLB Opening Day is finally here and we are officially underway with a full 162 game season. The power rankings look good for the Mariners, and they've got the 3rd most exciting opening day matchup against the Twins! Kansas won the National Championship in a thriller against UNC. Segments include ballpark eats and outside the diamond. Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for you! This episode is brought to you by Rugged Root...

Apr 07, 202235 min

Spring Training Is Underway, MLB Prospects, and Thoughts on Tom Brady's Return with Jim Bossert

While co-host Hunter has his toes in the sand in Puerta Vallarta, Duncan's soon-to-be brother in law, Jim Bossert, joins CTL for Episode 93! Duncan and Jim dive into 2022 Spring Training so far, and the promising prospects for both the Red Sox and Mariners. Who is going to the World Series this Fall? Tune in for a way too early BOLD take! Finally, we hear about Jim's perspective on Tom Brady returning to Tampa Bay and what that means for the future of football. Segments include Outside the Diamo...

Mar 30, 202247 min

March Madness is Real, NFL Free Agency and MLB Spring Training

The twins talk about how busted their brackets are as this is the craziest March Madness tourney to date! The QB carousel continues in the NFL as people are finding their new homes! Who is the answer going to be for the Seahawks? Segment of the day is Beer League Softball because it is BACK! Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for you! This episode is brought to you by our newest sponsor! We partnered up with Rugged Roots,...

Mar 24, 202235 min

Opening Day Preview 2022 and NFL Player Market Shaking Up

The twins are together in Boise for episode 91 and dive into a full preview of the 2022 MLB season! Listen for their thoughts on the new rules changes, the new DH market, and thoughts on the Mariners chances. The NFL is crazy and Tom Brady officially returns from his 40 day retirement. Segment of the day is Hit The Spot! Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for you! This episode is brought to you by our newest sponsor! We p...

Mar 16, 202225 min

Baseball Is Officially Back and Russell Wilson Gets Traded to the Denver Broncos

BASEBALL IS BACK! We are super excited that the MLB and the Player's Association agreed on a deal on March 10th, 2022 to officially end the lockout and start the 2022 MLB Season! Tune in for all of the updates. Also join us as we jump outside the diamond for some difficult NFL news. Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for you! This episode is brought to you by our newest sponsor! We partnered up with Rugged Roots, the BEST...

Mar 11, 202250 min

MLB Opening Day Officially Delayed and USFL Lawsuit

The MLB and the MLBPA couldn't come to an agreement by the beginning of the month which has officially delayed the start of the MLB season. The USFL is under fire as the original owners suit Fox Sports and the new Spring Football League. The Boise State Basketball team is closing in on the big dance and the twins are excited to see where they land! Finally, dive into college baseball with us as we get our baseball fix outside of the pros. Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a...

Mar 02, 202237 min

CBA Dims Light on Opening Day and Boise State Basketball Heats Up

This week the twins dive into Boise State basketball as March Madness rapidly approaches! Can the Broncos make the big dance? The BSU football schedule was released and we think the Broncos are destined for another stand-out season. Finally, the CBA discussions are not moving forward which is putting the dimmer on a March 31st MLB Opening Day. Wrap up with Deep Cuts and let us know what new music you're listening to! Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on...

Feb 28, 202229 min

Super Bowl 56 Recap and MLB Lockout Updates

Join the twins for episode 87 as we recap an electric Super Bowl in Los Angeles! We give a detailed update to the current status of the CBA between the MLB and the MLBPA. Pitchers & catchers were supposed to report this week, but so far we have no resolution. Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for you! This episode is brought to you by our newest sponsor! We partnered up with Rugged Roots, the BEST in beard grooming p...

Feb 16, 202242 min

Former Baseball Player and Podcast Host Brett Lorin Joins CTL

For episode 86, we’re joined by former MiLB player and current podcast host, Brett Lorin. Brett provides insight into life as a minor league player as well as life after baseball. Hear who Brett got to play alongside and who he knew would be a star the first time he played with them. Finally, hear about his new pursuit of sports broadcasting and his podcast, Too Tall Sports Podcast. Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for ...

Feb 09, 202253 min

Super Bowl LVI Preview with Kody Klenow

Friend of the show and lifelong Michigan sports fan, Kody Klenow, joins CTL to analyze Super Bowl LVI. Tune in for thoughts on Stafford's quick rise to the top and if Joe Burrow and the Bengals have what it takes to earn the first title in over 30 years. The MLB lockout continues as two months of negotiations have lead to just a sliver of progress. Finally, Tom Brady takes the sports world by storm by announcing his retirement from the NFL after 22 seasons. Visit our Facebook group called THE CL...

Feb 02, 20221 hr 1 min

Craziest NFL Divisional Round In History and Robot Umpires

Dive into episode 84 for updates from MiLB! The AAA division is considering testing robot umpires and the twins have some thoughts about automating baseball, as well as the replay process. Hear the deep dive and reflection on the craziest weekend of football in the history of the NFL (or at least in the lifetime of your cohosts!). The AFC and NFC championships are set to be incredible as we head towards Super Bowl LVI. There is just one week left to leave a RATING and REVIEW for your chance to w...

Jan 28, 202252 min

NFL Super Wild Card Weekend and MLB Lockout Remains in Effect

Tune in this week as the twins recap Super Wild Card weekend in the NFL! We got a brief MLB lockout update as they are working through the Collective Bargaining Agreement. One of our favorite segments is BACK this week, highlights and bloopers! Check out episode 83 for a jam packed episode! Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for you! This episode is brought to you by our BRAND NEW SPONSOR! We partnered up with Rugged Root...

Jan 19, 202222 min

National Championship Recap, Seahawks Offseason Outlook, and Seattle Kraken

This week the twins do a deep dive and fully recap a rugged National Championship. Georgia came out victorious, but what does the future hold for a stout Alabama team under Nick Saban? The Seahawks season is over, but all hope is not lost. Listen to a deep analysis of offseason needs as well as the future with Pete Carroll. Finally, your co-hosts wrap up with a quick check-in on the Seattle's NHL team, the Kraken! They're off to a poor start in their inaugural season but the excitement has taken...

Jan 12, 202241 min

MLB Lockout Continues, NFL Playoff Predictions and Way Too Early Bracketology

Thanks for tuning into Episode 81! The twins are back after bye week with a full episode of baseball, college basketball AND football and NFL. We dive into some bold predictions to start the year, and even have a GIVEAWAY available. Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for you! This episode is brought to you by our BRAND NEW SPONSOR! We partnered up with Rugged Roots, the BEST in beard grooming products! Visit their website...

Jan 06, 202238 min

Bye Week - Happy New Year!

This week we have a bye week with a quick Happy New Year from CTL! Join us next week for episode 81 as we head into 2022. Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for you! This episode is brought to you by our BRAND NEW SPONSOR! We partnered up with Rugged Roots, the BEST in beard grooming products! Visit their website http://Ruggedroots.com and try our promo code, specifically made for our listeners LADDER20 for 20% off! Also ...

Jan 01, 20222 min

Merry Christmas feat. Whitworth Basketball's Xavier Turner

We've hit episode 80 and over 3,000 downloads as we approach Christmas 2021! For this milestone episode, the twins are joined by longtime friend and former teammate, Xavier Turner! Xavier plays collegiate basketball for Whitworth University in Spokane, WA. Finally, the twins cap off the episode with a little Christmas preview! Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just for you! This episode is brought to you by our BRAND NEW SPON...

Dec 23, 202140 min

Seahawks Are Still In The Hunt, Fantasy Football Playoffs and Heisman Trophy Winner

Episode 79 is here and you don't want to miss it! The Twins talk about the Seahawks getting out of a slump and their slim chances of still getting to the playoffs. A full slate of great football over the past weekend, with a couple of overtime thrillers. Alabama's Bryce Young won the Heisman Trophy after an incredible season, leading the Crimson Tide to a #1 rank in the country. Catch the Deep Cuts at the end of the episode with some great songs that you won't hear on the radio! Visit our Facebo...

Dec 15, 202123 min

MLB Lockout, College Football Playoff is Set and Coultin Westcott Rolls Tide

Episode 78 is out of the bag! Major League Baseball has started a lockout between the league and the MLB Players Association for the first time in over 25 years! The boys discuss the implications of the lockout and what that could mean ahead of the 2022 season. The CFP is SET and the biggest Crimson Tide fan in Alaska weighs in on the Semi-Final matchup against the underdog, Cincinnati! Visit our Facebook group called THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a special Facebook page, just ...

Dec 08, 202155 min

Big MLB Moves, Seahawks Season is Over, and College Football Gets Shaken Up After Rivalry Week

Episode 77 is here! It's been a busy week of players moving around the league in Major League Baseball. The Rangers are stepping up to the plate using some huge cap space, the Mets threw their hat in the ring and some other big names are dawning new caps for the beginning of the 2022 season! The Seahawks are broken and their season is over. College Football had an eventful rivalry week with a NEW top 4 in the CFP. Huge shoutout to the best fans, THE CLIMBERS as we have a huge group of fans on a ...

Dec 01, 202138 min
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