35. Sacred Fire, Savanna Supernuts & Getting Down to Earth with Zac Efron with Darin Olien

New York Times bestselling author, conscious entrepreneur, and co-host of Emmy award-winning show “Down to Earth with Zac Efron,” Darin Olien takes us on a journey down the golden river of surrender, with sacred stops in the Amazon and the Savanna, as well as spiritual reflections on his birth story and his evolving self-awakening path. 

Darin's connection with the land runs deep. As a world-renowned superfood hunter, Darin recalls the moment he encountered the Barukas – the healthiest nut in the world – and the process of accrediting a wild food to be made readily available while protecting the Savanna and giving back to indigenous communities. 

He reveals how he first met Zac Efron and began journeying around the world with him in pursuit of finding a healthy, sustainable way to live that's truly aligned with Mother Nature. Tune in to find out more about the fascinating backstory of their Emmy-award winning docuseries Down to Earth.

Unearthing trauma, making peace with his birth story, and continuing to swim with life's currents have protected Darin during his darkest moments, from his father's passing to losing all of his earthly possessions in a forest fire. His ability to emerge like a phoenix and "let it all happen" is a soothing medicine for anyone navigating a personal burnout or painful loss. 

The Ceremonial Offering

Sink into a short but sweet musical moment with chants and the harmonium, an ancient instrument from West Bengal, India. 

Resources:

• Alyson on IG: @iamalysoncharles
• Instagram: @darinolien
• Website: barukas.com + darinolien.com
• Watch “Down to Earth with Zac Efron” Co-hosted by Darin Olien

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