The Wild Lab
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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2 days ago
2 days ago
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
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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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7 days ago
7 days ago
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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Monday Jun 23, 2025
Monday Jun 23, 2025
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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Sunday May 25, 2025
Sunday May 25, 2025
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: @stepintoyourwildFor 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/