

The Wild Lab
Ned Weidner
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 world made us forget. We talk with trackers, horsemen, monks, plant shamans, hunters, coaches, and wild-hearted thinkers. And the host Ned Weidner 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.
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Aug 5, 2025 • 1h 8min
Exploring the Healing Power of Plants with Remi Delaune
In this enlightening conversation, I speak with Remi Delaune, a curandero and former Greek Orthodox monk, about his transformative journey from France to the Yucatan Peninsula. We explore themes of spirituality, the importance of rites of passage, and the healing power of plants. Remi shares insights from his time in the monastery, his experiences with psychedelics, and the significance of master plant diets. The discussion delves into the differences between religious practices and plant medicine, the nature of identity, and the importance of connecting with nature and the spirit world. Remi emphasizes the need for personal growth, facing fears, and integrating lessons from ceremonial experiences into everyday life.
To learn more about Remi, Ashley, and Kumankaya, you can check them out on IG @kumankaya or on their website https://www.kumankaya.com/
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Instagram: @stepintoyourwild
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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Jul 28, 2025 • 1h 1min
Grief and the Wildness of Being with Jane Edberg
In this conversation, Jane Edberg and I explore the profound themes of grief, healing, and creativity. Jane shares her personal journey through the loss of her son and how she utilized art, nature, and ritual to navigate her grief. We discuss the importance of embracing wildness in both art and life, the transformative power of grief, and the necessity of creating space for healing. The conversation emphasizes that grief is not a linear process but a unique journey that requires self-discovery and the courage to explore one's emotions fully.
Follow Jane at @thefineartofgrieving and @Janeedbergwriter
Buy her book: https://www.thefineartofgrieving.com
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Instagram: @stepintoyourwild
Walker School of the Wild: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/walker-school-of-the-wild.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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Jul 25, 2025 • 18min
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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Jul 22, 2025 • 1h 9min
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
Stay Connected
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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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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Jul 16, 2025 • 12min
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.
Stay Connected
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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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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Jul 14, 2025 • 54min
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
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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Jul 9, 2025 • 14min
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.
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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Jul 7, 2025 • 55min
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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Jun 30, 2025 • 1h 9min
Exploring the Enduring Wild with Josh Jackson
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.

Jun 25, 2025 • 1h 2min
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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