The Wild Lab

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  • Tracking Bears, Dopamine, and Creating the Lives We Want

    In this solo episode, I emphasize the significance of celebrating small wins as a means to enhance mental health, foster personal growth, and create the lives we want. I share a personal anecdote about tracking a bear that illustrates the negative outcomes from not celebrating small wins. 

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    Instagram: @stepintoyourwild

    Primal Connected Coaching: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/coaching.html

    Walker School of the Wild: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/walker-school-of-the-wild.html

     

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    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wild-lab/id1816620068

    YouTube: www.youtube.com/@stepintoyourwild

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    19 min
  • Presence Over Performance: The Wildness of Sex with Ian Hawks

    In this conversation, Ian Hawks and I explore the concept of embodied sexuality, emphasizing the integration of primal and sacred energies. We discuss the importance of the heart in sexual experiences, the balance of masculine and feminine energies, and the connection with nature. We talk about the importance of breathwork and the nervous system's role in sexual function. 

    Connect with Ian on IG @hawksofferings

    Or visit his men's sexual mastery program: @mens.sexual.mastery

     

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    Instagram: @stepintoyourwild

    Primal Connected Coaching: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/coaching.html

    Walker School of the Wild: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/walker-school-of-the-wild.html

     

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    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wild-lab/id1816620068

    YouTube: www.youtube.com/@stepintoyourwild

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    1 hr 10 min
  • What Bear Hunting Can Teach Us about Relationships

    In this solo episode, I explore the theme of choice, particularly in the context of manhood and relationships. I reflect on the struggle many men face in making decisions, often driven by societal expectations rather than personal truth. Through a personal hunting story, I illustrate the importance of pausing to listen to one's inner voice before acting. I emphasize the need for integrity and reverence in both hunting and life, proposing a set of wild ethics that guide men towards living with purpose and connection.

     

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    Instagram: @stepintoyourwild

    1:1 Coaching: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/coaching.html

    Walker School of the Wild: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/walker-school-of-the-wild.html

    The Fly Fishing Academy: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/fly-fishing-academy.html

    Primal Hunt Academy: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/primal-hunt-academy.html

     

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    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wild-lab/id1816620068

    YouTube: www.youtube.com/@stepintoyourwild

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    13 min
  • Remembering Who We Are with Super G

    In this conversation, Graeme Ford (Super G) and I explore the themes of wildness, vulnerability, and the importance of connecting with our deeper selves. We discuss how societal expectations can suppress our true nature and the significance of embracing our wildness for personal growth. Graeme shares insights on intuition, the inner child, and the role of dreams in understanding ourselves. The conversation emphasizes the need for connection, both with ourselves and others, and the idea that life is a ceremony that requires us to remember who we truly are.

    Connect with Man Aligned and Super G on IG: @manaligned

    Or their website: Man Aligned

     

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    Instagram: @stepintoyourwild

    Website & offerings: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com

    1:1 Coaching: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/coaching.html

    Walker School of the Wild: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/walker-school-of-the-wild.html

    The Fly Fishing Academy: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/fly-fishing-academy.html

    Primal Hunt Academy: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/primal-hunt-academy.html

     

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    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wild-lab/id1816620068

    YouTube: www.youtube.com/@stepintoyourwild

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    54 min
  • What Horses Can Teach Us about Control

    In this solo episode, I explore the importance of not forcing outcomes in life and instead allowing things to come to us. Drawing from my extensive experience in horse training, I emphasize the significance of creating space, developing trust, and practicing deep listening. Through personal anecdotes and insights, I illustrate how these principles apply not only to working with horses but also to personal growth and achieving our dreams.

     

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    Instagram: @stepintoyourwild

    Website & offerings: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com

    1:1 Coaching: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/coaching.html

    Walker School of the Wild: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/walker-school-of-the-wild.html

    The Fly Fishing Academy: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/fly-fishing-academy.html

    Primal Hunt Academy: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/primal-hunt-academy.html

     

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6TzHzFi8lkaxIqyJDwoAet?si=33d247444d3d4042

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wild-lab/id1816620068

    YouTube: www.youtube.com/@stepintoyourwild

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    14 min
  • Wisdom of the Elders: A Conversation with Hunter Toran

    In this conversation, Hunter Toran and I explore the themes of somatics, attunement, identity, belonging, and the relationship with nature through plant allies. We discuss the importance of reinvigorating our perceptive abilities, the struggle with individualism and identity, and the essence of belonging as a reciprocal relationship with self and ecosystem. The conversation culminates in a discussion about the wisdom of Hawthorne as a plant ally and its role in personal and cultural healing.

     

    Connect with Hunter on IG: @hawthorn_clan13

    N.E.W. Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0lJZ2fLPdaWHKhPPCxwnGb?si=349b5e3efaa84a58

     

    Stay Connected


    Instagram: @stepintoyourwild

    Website & offerings: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com

    1:1 Coaching: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/coaching.html

    Walker School of the Wild: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/walker-school-of-the-wild.html

    The Fly Fishing Academy: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/fly-fishing-academy.html

    Primal Hunt Academy: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/primal-hunt-academy.html

     

    Subscribe to The Wild Lab

    
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6TzHzFi8lkaxIqyJDwoAet?si=33d247444d3d4042

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wild-lab/id1816620068

    YouTube: www.youtube.com/@stepintoyourwild

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    55 min
  • Exploring the Enduring Wild with Josh Jackson

    In this conversation, I talk with Josh Jackson, a writer and photographer, about the significance of America's public lands, particularly those managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). We discuss Jackson's new book, The Enduring Wild, which explores his personal journey and experiences in California's public lands. Our conversation delves into the importance of family connections to nature, the evolving definition of wildness, and the current threats facing BLM lands. Jackson emphasizes the need for community advocacy and practical tips for exploring these often-overlooked spaces.

    Connect with Josh on IG @forgottenlandsproject

    And purchase his book: https://www.forgottenlandsproject.com/the-book

    Stay Connected


    Instagram: @stepintoyourwild

    Website & offerings: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com

    1:1 Coaching: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/coaching.html

    Walker School of the Wild: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/walker-school-of-the-wild.html

    The Fly Fishing Academy: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/fly-fishing-academy.html

    Primal Hunt Academy: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/primal-hunt-academy.html

     

    Subscribe to The Wild Lab

    
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6TzHzFi8lkaxIqyJDwoAet?si=33d247444d3d4042

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wild-lab/id1816620068

    YouTube: www.youtube.com/@stepintoyourwild

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    1 hr 10 min
  • Wildness Within with Paul Rezendes

    In this conversation, Paul Rezendes and I explore the deep connections between humanity, nature, and the inner wilderness. We discuss the importance of gratitude in hunting, the divisions within humanity, and how fear influences human conflict. The dialogue emphasizes the need for compassion towards nature and the interconnectedness of all beings. We also delve into the concept of stalking as a form of meditation, the impact of identification on fear, and the intelligence of wildness that permeates all life.

    Connect with Paul on his website: https://www.paulrezendes.com/

    Or on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO0dHJqaQ7irSCKZSTBmSaQ

    Stay Connected


    Instagram: @stepintoyourwild

    Website & offerings: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com

    1:1 Coaching: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/coaching.html

    Walker School of the Wild: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/walker-school-of-the-wild.html

    The Fly Fishing Academy: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/fly-fishing-academy.html

    Primal Hunt Academy: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/primal-hunt-academy.html

     

    Subscribe to The Wild Lab

    
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6TzHzFi8lkaxIqyJDwoAet?si=33d247444d3d4042

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wild-lab/id1816620068

    YouTube: www.youtube.com/@stepintoyourwild

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    1 hr 2 min
  • Feral Wisdom and the Descent to Soul with Evan Meyer

    In this conversation, Evan Meyer and I explore the complex relationship between money and morality, the concept of feral wisdom, and the importance of connecting with nature to unlock creativity. We discuss how societal views on capitalism can be nuanced, emphasizing that money itself is neutral and can be used for good. The dialogue shifts to the idea of feral wisdom, which is about tapping into innate knowledge and creativity that often gets lost in modern life. We highlight the significance of nature in fostering creativity and the need to slow down and reconnect with the wildness within ourselves. The conversation concludes with a reflection on what it means to be wild and how to cultivate that sense of wildness in everyday life.

    Connect with Evan on IG: @iamevanmeyer

     

    Stay Connected


    Instagram: @stepintoyourwild

    Website & offerings: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com

    1:1 Coaching: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/coaching.html

    Walker School of the Wild: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/walker-school-of-the-wild.html

    The Fly Fishing Academy: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/fly-fishing-academy.html

    Primal Hunt Academy: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/primal-hunt-academy.html

     

    Subscribe to The Wild Lab

    
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6TzHzFi8lkaxIqyJDwoAet?si=33d247444d3d4042

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wild-lab/id1816620068

    YouTube: www.youtube.com/@stepintoyourwild

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    1 hr 10 min
  • Trailer: Welcome to the Wild Lab

    The Wild Lab is a podcast about the untamed self. Hosted by Ned Weidner, it explores how wildness still lives in our bodies, our relationships, and the natural world. Through story, conversation, and practice, we investigate how to reawaken what the modern world made us forget. Ned talks with trackers, horsemen, monks, plant shamans, coaches, hunters, and wild-hearted thinkers. And he goes solo too—digging into what it means to live closer to instinct, to let the wilderness shape us, and to walk the long road back to ourselves.

    Follow along on IG: @stepintoyourwild

    For more information about coaching, upcoming academies, and Walker School of the Wild: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/#/

    For more information about Ned Weidner and to read his work: https://www.nedweidner.com/



    3 min

About The Wild Lab

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The Wild Lab, explores how wildness still lives in our bodies, our relationships, and the natural world. Through story, conversation, and practice, we investigate how to reawaken what the modern…