The Wild Lab

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.   Stay Connected
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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   Stay Connected
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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.   Stay Connected
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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
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Join writer and photographer Josh Jackson, who champions America’s public lands, as he discusses his new book, The Enduring Wild. He shares personal anecdotes from family camping trips that highlight the beauty and significance of BLM lands in California. The conversation tackles threats to these areas and the essential role they play in mental health and community identity. Jackson advocates for community advocacy and offers practical tips for exploring nature, emphasizing the deep connections between wild spaces and our well-being.

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
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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
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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/