ReWild Yourself

How much of your movement are you outsourcing? Biomechanist and best-selling author Katy Bowman is back on ReWild Yourself podcast to share how we can transition to a more movement-rich lifestyle by outsourcing less of our daily needs and operations. Katy is passionate about Nutritious Movement, "a whole-body movement program that utilizes Movement Micronutrients, Movement Macronutrients, and habitat (lifestyle) changes to nourish all trillion of your body's parts." In this interview, we cover some of the valuable material in Katy's new book Movement Matters where she dissects our cultural sedentism and the issues with our convenience-fueled society. We discuss simple ways to enter the world of foraging, how to stack your life to make the most of your time and energy, the luxury of exercise, movement ecology and more. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel shares on: Upcoming SurThrival sale Hunting with hounds in North Carolina Squirrel hunting and processing Has the public spotlight made Daniel less likely to change his view on things? Daniel's thoughts on intermittent fasting Daniel and Katy catch up Outsourcing movement Stacking your life How to transition to foraging Speciesism, disconnection from ecology and the luxury of exercise Evidence-based living Broadening your palette What is movement ecology? Katy's prognosis for the future of the human species Where to find Katy's work

What is the mind? How does the mind differ from the brain? These are some of the questions Dr. Daniel Siegel explores in his second appearance on the ReWild Yourself podcast. Dr. Siegel is a noted neuropsychiatrist and New York Times best-selling author, and he has just released a new book that delves into consciousness, subjective experience and the self-organizational properties of the mind. In this episode, we go deeper into some of the topics we covered in our first conversation. We discuss how Dr. Siegel navigates the worlds of science and spirituality in his work, how brain activity differs from the mind, our perception of time and his hopes for his work in mindsight and personal transformation. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel Vitalis shares and answers your questions on: Hunter safety courses Processing of meat after a hunt Waiting until after the first freeze to hunt squirrel Balancing the modern hunting & gathering lifestyle with a day job Dr. Siegel's latest book Mind: A Journey to the Heart of Being Human Between two worlds Self organization and integration Science vs spirituality "Mind" vs "brain activity" Entanglement The directionality of change & access to the infinite Who are we, really? Breaking down the Wheel of Awareness Bridging the islands Dr. Siegel's hope for his work

Over the past year, I have fully immersed myself in the hunting side of the modern hunter gatherer lifestyle. From trout and deep sea fishing to hunting wild turkey, black bear and coyote, my experiences harvesting wild animals to put meat on my table have been profound and life-changing, and I'd like to share my story with you. As a conscientious omnivore, I'm always striving to develop a closer relationship with the food I consume. Through hunting and gathering bio-regionally, I'm able to participate with my local ecology and develop an intimate relationship with the place I call home. In this solo episode, I detail the reasons why I hunt and share a bit about how I got started and how you can too. Deep gratitude to my mentors, to the wild creatures who have become part of my body and to you for your support of my journey to deepen my connection to my local ecology and ancestral heritage. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Acorn harvesting & processed food A dedication to my hunting mentors Defining why I hunt Veganism isn't sustainable The cruelty of raising domestic livestock vs free-roaming wildlife Bioregionality — food as connection to place Yoking together the hunting and foraging worlds Popular criticisms of hunting Bringing reverence into hunting — the practical vs the spiritual Gender, hunting & classical male pursuits as "re-creation" of the hunt What I've hunted this year My diet evolution Participating in ecology and connection to place Mortality salience — hunting puts you in touch with your own mortality Access to nutrient dense foods Alternative high quality animal products Purpose-driven trips into nature vs recreation Cultivating a relationship with wild animals Getting started in hunting Primitive vs modern hunting tools Food sovereignty and becoming hunter gatherers The need for community

Are you eating what you think you are? As a modern hunter gatherer, I am quite conscious and meticulous about the foods I consume. I base my diet on a Four Kingdoms approach (eating from the animal, plant, fungal and bacterial kingdoms), and I strive to source the majority of my food bio-regionally. I still shop at Whole Foods and occasionally dine at farm to table-style restaurants, of course, and I was shocked to learn of the rampant food fraud that extends to seemingly reputable grocers and eateries. Award-winning food journalist and travel writer Larry Olmsted wrote a comprehensive exposé on fraud in the unregulated food industry, and he is here to reveal some of the industry's most adulterated foods. He teaches us how we can be more vigilant consumers as we navigate grocery store aisles, food labels and restaurant menus. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel answers your questions on: Cooking with fats Choosing between a Samina bed and Clearlight Sauna His thoughts on Asian/Oriental religions How Larry got into the world of Real Food The lowdown on Kobe beef Are your grocery store tomatoes actually ripe? Misleading wine labels Farmed vs wild caught seafood The history of seafood fraud What's in your sushi? Our society's most adulterated foods The most popular food fraud item General buying guidelines to ensure you're purchasing real food Larry's prognosis for the future of food

Julie Angel is a filmmaker, author and photographer who documents the current 'age of athletisiscm' with a focus on Parkour, MovNat, buildering and much more. What's buildering, you might be asking? I thought it was a typo at first, too, but Julie explains this small, but passionate, subculture as we get into the fascinating world of urban movement mavericks. In this interview, Julie takes us back to the early beginnings of Parkour. In researching her Parkour-themed PhD thesis, she spent time on the streets getting to know the Yamakasi — the original group of Parkour practitioners — and got an up-close and personal look into the lives of these interesting characters who shaped the modern Parkour movement. To me, Parkour represents human wildness breaking free in domesticated landscapes — the human animal in movement across urban habitat. City dwellers, take note, this can be a unique way for you to utilize your environment for your natural movement practice! At the heart of Parkour, is a message of looking past the limitations of our environment, our innate, primal drive for sovereignty and embracing our intrinsic wildness. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel shares on: How to prepare organ meats Myers Briggs and personality tests Creating harmonious habitat using the 4 Elements in your indoor office environment How Julie got involved with MovNat What is buildering? Julie spends time on city streets learning Parkour culture "Don't climb on that!" — movement mavericks breaking movement taboos Getting into the world of Parkour Julie's book, Breaking the Jump How to get started in Parkour What was parkour originally? Yamikazi and parkour's beginnings Role of women in parkour The future of parkour Top takeaways for you Julie's prognosis for the future of the human species Where to find Julie's book and work

What a treat it was to talk with primatologist and biological anthropologist Craig Stanford. If you're a regular listener of ReWild Yourself podcast, you probably know how deeply fascinated I am with the great apes. I think they give us a window into understanding ourselves biologically, into understanding our wildness and even help us to glimpse into our origins. Craig — author of sixteen books and over one hundred scholarly and popular articles — has studied chimpanzees extensively, studying their hunting behavior in Tanzania in collaboration with Dr. Jane Goodall, studying chimps and mountain gorillas in Uganda and more. He takes us on a journey to the meeting place of primatology and anthropology. He breaks down the social behaviors of some of the great apes, focusing on chimps and bonobos, and shares some of his controversial findings on the popularized "peaceful bonobo" research. This interview provides context to many of the themes we discuss on this podcast and was my favorite of the season. if you're interested in ReWilding, I think you'll find our conversation fascinating. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel shares on: Vibram FiveFingers Fats, food fads and the ketogenic diet Thoughts on contraception & my personal contraception strategy An interesting interview experience: Christianity and ReWilding Craig's journey in writing and primatology Our last common ancestor Should we be in the same genus as chimps and bonobos? The great apes as a window into our origins Multiple species of apes vs one Homo sapiens species What is a species? The politics of naming species Differences between chimps and bonobo Omnivorous diets and hunting strategies of apes Frodo's story Meat as a commodity for manipulation The plight of the modern ape Craig's prognosis for the future of the human species

Leila Darwish, community organizer and grassroots bioremediation expert, joins me on the podcast to give us an inside look into the promising possibilities of bioremediation to heal our earth's most damaged landscapes. Bioremediation is the use of biological agents to remove or neutralize contaminants; allying with living systems to detoxify contaminated environments. Leila has worked as a community organizer in Canada and the US on campaigns such as tar sands, fracking, nuclear energy, coal, climate justice, water protection, and more. Her energy and optimism in the face of these devastating environmental issues is inspiring. In this interview, Leila shares an overview of bioremediation and how it's successfully being used to recover many toxic landscapes in North America, how she remains positive, governmental outlook on bioremediation and much more. Perhaps most importantly, she shares how we can get involved with bioremediation on an individual level; she certainly left me inspired to do so! EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel shares on his recent hunt & gather adventures, and he answers your questions on: Neoshamanism Roadside foraging Origins of Leila's name The beauty of Canada & the Texas of the North What are the tar sands? How Leila remains positive in her work Staying "no" to create a new reality Over-zealous mycoremdiation How do government and industry feel about bioremediation? Leila's favorite mushrooms The possibilities of bioremediation Aquifer contamination How to get involved with bioremediation Tips for making compost tea Leila's prognosis for the future of the human species

Renowned speaker and bestselling author Dr. Gabor Maté joins me for a powerful conversation on addiction and takes us into the heart of where trauma originates. With years of both scientific research and direct interaction with patients challenged by hard-core drug addiction and mental illness in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, Dr. Maté offers a unique and authentic perspective on the topics of addiction, mind-body wellness and ADD. In this interview, Dr. Maté illuminates how our modern society perpetuates trauma by fostering a culture of disconnection and dissociation. From childhood trauma to trauma passed down to us from the generations that went before us, many of us carry unresolved trauma that often materializes in addiction. Addictive behavior goes beyond hard drug and alcohol addictions; our society is wrought with addictions to things like caffeine, less-than-optimal foods and dissociative behaviors, such as watching TV. So how can we heal and become the most authentic version of ourselves? Dr. Maté sheds light on some of the traditional healing modalities he has found to be successful through years of wide-ranging experiences. With lots of golden nuggets on topics like death awareness, spiritual-bypassing and authenticity strewn throughout, there is something for everyone in this insightful conversation. **Please note: During this interview, we experienced some Skype glitches, so you'll hear a bit of echoing with Daniel's voice that was not able to be edited out. We apologize in advance for the audio hiccups, but we think the interview is well worth it (; EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel shares on: Regenerative foods Harvesting feral apples An exciting new Surthrival product Eating coyote A product discovery that will aid your spring water gathering How to pique someone's interest in ReWilding Modern society and perpetuation of trauma What does addiction do for you? The essence of trauma is disconnection Our current massive cultural dissociation The most ideal social environment for children — humans crave connection The multi-generational trauma of First Nations peoples How medicines like coca and tobacco were traditionally used The healing power of ayahuasca What's missing from AA and most rehab programs? Healing, awareness and the path to authenticity Spiritual bypass Awareness of death Dr. Mate's prognosis for the future of the human species Where to find Dr. Mate's work

Stefano Tripney is a contextual movement coach and MovNat certified trainer who creatively bridges the inner workings of the mind and body with our collective external landscapes in order to explore, learn, experience, and play with the world and our place in it. Earlier this summer, Stefano and I spent a week together hiking through the forests of Maine, gathering wild foods, fishing and foraging wild water. In between harvesting wild pine pollen and trout fishing, we sat down at the ReWilding headquarters to discuss Stefano's philosophies on being a more capable human. During this fun and wide-ranging conversation, we get into the correlation between movement and cognitive ability, how to stay motivated to train, moving through dynamic and texture-rich environments, unstructured play, forest bathing and much, much more. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel shares about his latest bio-regional hunt and answers a question on including rich sources of Omega-3s in your diet A more capable human Unconscious competence Adapting to our modern, virtual world Movement and cognitive ability Developing peripheral motor skills — changing the environment Staying motivated to train Progression from jungle gyms to sports & athleticism Breaking down the movement complexities needed for wild food foraging Adapting to your dynamic environment Obstacle optics Forest bathing and texture + stimulus rich environments Utilizing playgrounds for training The benefits of natural playgrounds Stimulus breaks are the new cigarette breaks All roads lead to the natural world Stephano's prognosis for the future of the human species Working with Stephano Closing thoughts on unstructured play

"Don't confuse me with being anything else other than proud. Proud to be a hunter. It's time we stop apologizing for how we get our protein. This is who we are. Unless you're a small time rancher, small time farmer, a hunter or fishermen... you really have no idea where your food comes from. Most people don't even think about it. Well, we think about it. " —Donnie Vincent Donnie Vincent — explorer, biologist, conservationist, and sportsman — explores some of the world's most remote lands, sharing stories of his expeditions through a variety of films that inspire conservation and a love and respect for wild places. Donnie is here to share some insights on hunting that, for many of you, may be surprising. He sets the record straight on the stereotype of the "typical" hunter, and sheds light on the passion for ecology and conservation that most hunters possess. We also get into some helpful tips for getting started in hunting and the practicality of procuring meat for yourself and family through this avenue. No matter what your views on hunting, I think you'll enjoy and resonate with Donnie's message. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel answers your questions on having children in an over-populated world, his personal thoughts on cannabis and supplement-taking practices Daniel shares the details of his recent bear hunt How Donnie got started with his work You are from a lineage of hunters The hunter's passion for ecology Donnie's personal restoration project Life cycle of a deer Lives of domesticated animals vs wild animals All of us have an imprint on this ecosystem The practicality of hunting for food Hunting barriers to entry How to get started hunting Feelings that arise when hunting Passion-driven fitness Hunting and the present moment Donnie's prognosis for the future of the human species Where to find Donnie's work

This solo episode is a comprehensive breakdown of my experiences with barefooting. As a long-time barefooting proponent, I've traversed thousands of miles of various terrain with bare feet or minimalist footwear, and I've learned quite a bit about the often unknown and under-utilized capabilities of the human foot. I detail my experiences wearing minimalist footwear in challenges like the Tough Mudder and GoRuck, as well as during my recent backcountry hunter course. I break down my favorite minimalist footwear brands, unpack the myth of arch support and share some not often discussed benefits of barefooting that I've discovered over the years. Note: This podcast is best enjoyed while walking barefoot on a forest trail. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel elaborates on his Moon Dance experience, how he learns, mentors and detoxification Bear hunting update and thoughts on bio-regional animism Beards No shoes, no shirt, no service Cody Lundin and barefoot extremism Connection to our earth mother Daniel's personal barefooting journey and barefooting shoe progression Experiences wearing Vibram's during Tough Mudder & GoRuck challenges Recent experience wearing Vivo boots at Magpul Backcountry Hunter Course "Are those comfortable?" — other people's impressions of minimalist footwear Homunculus explained Treading lightly Heels and conventional footwear What about arch support? Some of the cons of minimalist shoes Prehensility Breakdown of Daniel's favorite barefoot shoes + his current shoe collection What's in Daniel's first aid kit Feet that are adaptable to the urban and natural worlds Staying in touch with our environment — feet as sensory organs Being a fully developed human

Radiant sense-visionary Nadine Artemis — creator of Living Libations — is back on ReWIld Yourself podcast! In this interview, Nadine gives us a complete breakdown of how to properly care for our skin with the Stop, Seal and Seed approach. She shares what dietary and self-care practices are proven to produce healthy, glowing skin, as well as what hygiene products and foods are less-than-optimal. You'll learn why bacteria is your skin's best friend, the popular skin care product that you most want to avoid, Nadine's core skin care recommendations and so much more. Consider this an owner's manual for your largest organ! EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel answers your questions on glyphosate detoxification, meditation, learning practices and his favorite podcasts An exciting announcement! Nadine's skin care beginnings Strategy vs simplicity with skin care Bacteria is our beautician The damage of excessive exfoliation Stop, seal and seed approach Deciphering labels and so-called "natural" ingredient lists The primary organ of elimination Switching from conventional deodorants and shampoos How Cesarean births affect a baby's micro biome + a solution Sun is your best friend Flora friends with benefits Best practices for using oil on your skin Nadine's core Living Libations products Nadine's prognosis for the future of the human species

My long-time friend Mike Adams aka the Health Ranger joins us on the show to discuss lifestyle tips for the future human in the modern world. Mike is an outspoken consumer health advocate, award-winning investigative journalist, internet activist and science lab director. Mike lives his life with purpose and integrity, and his passion shines through his prolific work. Mike shares his latest research and findings on some of our modern toxicities like GMOs, glyphosate and radioactivity, and he offers his top lifestyle strategies to maintain resiliency and robust health in our post-industrial world. We cover a lot of ground in this interview, and we do venture into some areas of our current collective reality that are less than savory. Though we don't go too far down those rabbit holes, these are subjects that, I feel, are vital to bring into our on-going discussion as we learn to navigate and adapt to our ever-changing wild, urban and virtual environments. This conversation is a lot of fun, and I hope you enjoy! EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel discusses Moon Dance and answers your questions on fear-based living and omega-3s Mike's current work online, in the lab and on his off grid homestead Glyphosate — generational affects, shelf life & origins The de-evolution of our human species Thoughts on world population control Out-smarting the robots What is bio-sludge? Disturbing the "happy place" Fluoride Maintaining physical and mental fitness How Mike stays fit Being reclusive vs being social Living with purpose GMOs & radioactivity — what's fact, what's hype Lifestyle tips for resiliency Mike's prognosis for the future of the human species Where to find Mike's work

Ben Falk joins us to discuss permaculture and the art of regenerating landscapes. Ben is an author and the founder of Whole Systems Design, LLC, a land-based response to biological and cultural extinction and the increasing separation between people and elemental things. He shares about his experiences using permaculture to create edible landscapes and set ecosystems in motion. Ben, a former eco-warrior, has turned his passion for our earth into a beautiful dedication to healing the trauma of the land. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel answer your questions on the role of dance in ReWilding and addresses your questions and comments on bear hunting How Ben got into permaculture Ben's journey from eco-warrior to regenerating landscapes What is permaculture? Using permaculture to create habitat for other species Regenerating the landscape Setting ecosystems in motion Intentional design vs surprise in permaculture The intuitive nature of permaculture Healing the trauma of the land Getting started with permaculture The radical backcountry farmer Harnessing cross-fit energy Getting involved with Ben Ben's prognosis for the future of the human species

My good friend Luke Storey has spent the past 20 years developing and refining a robust way of life based on the principles of nature and spirituality, while embracing technology and modern convenience. Luke is back on the show for an in-depth conversation on vulnerability and authenticity in our edited modern world. The health and personal development world tends to be filled with public figures projecting polished positivity and motivation, and while all of that has its place, true change is often inspired in others when you share vulnerabilities and shine light on your own shadows. Luke and I cover a lot of ground in this episode — from mentorship to podcasting to breatharianism to spirituality — but we continue to come back to this topic of authenticity and the rich fulfillment that comes from being true to your authentic self. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel answers your questions on camping sleep positions, sexual mastery, BDSM and ways women can use their femininity to awaken the strong masculine in their man Mentorship & the art of giving and receiving advice Luke's new podcast: The Life Stylist A peek behind the scenes of the podcasting world Interviewing techniques to encourage vulnerable & authentic sharing Luke's wild Colorado upbringing Diet ethics and the diet wars Thoughts on breatharianism Making peace with the werewolf & looking into the shadows Spirituality and the ego Vulnerability and a lack of authenticity in an edited modern world

Tom Myers — the originator of the Anatomy Trains Myofascial Meridians — joins us on the show to teach us a bit about our anatomy and how the highly complex fascial network works in our bodies. According to Anatomy Trains, fascia is the biological fabric that holds us together; it's the 3-D spider web of fibrous, gluey, and wet proteins that hold them all together in their proper placement. I met with Tom up at the Anatomy Trains headquarters in Maine, and in this interview, Tom shares his incredible philosophies on a wide range of topics. Our conversation traverses human domestication, the potentials of integrating movement with virtual reality, how we can train the movement of the next generation, stress and much more. Enjoy! EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel shares about his recent Magpul backcountry hunter course Daniel answers questions listener questions Anatomy Trains and Tom's seaside business How mussels and oysters are grown Tom's work in anatomy The fascia network When your fascial network begins Is fascia living or nonliving? Adaptation to imposed demand It's a MAD (maladaptive degenerative) world Human domestication & ReWilding explained What separates us from animals? Cooking with fire, agriculture & the evolution of Homo sapiens The intricate movement patterns of hunters What is kinesthetic literacy? Training the movement of the next generation Potentials of movement and virtual reality integration The restrictive lives of today's children Eustress vs. distress Tom's thoughts on birth & death Tom's prognosis for the future of the human species How to connect with Tom

"To deny that humans are predators is comparable to rejecting that humans are communal organisms." — Arthur Haines In a recent podcast episode (Why I'm Not a Vegan - Daniel Vitalis #94), I shared my personal experience with veganism and discussed the core reasons why I think we need to reexamine the Vegan approach. After this show aired, I received an outpouring of feedback from you — thank you to all who listened and took the time to write me! As promised, I invited Arthur Haines — botanist, taxonomist, primitive skill practitioner and regular guest on ReWild Yourself podcast — to join me to discuss some of the refutations I received in response to the Why I'm Not A Vegan episode. Arthur and I shed light on many popular meat-eating myths and get into some interesting conversation on sustainable eating, speciesism, omnivory, animal husbandry and looking at the big picture. We bring to the discussion our combined academic and experiential perspectives for a comprehensive look at an often polarizing topic. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel answers questions on tent living and the fifth element A short passage from Arthur's forthcoming book, A New Path Gratitude to vegans for taking a stand against factory farming A local and sustainable lifeway Agriculture and the plight of 7 billion people Anthropomorphizing animals and speciesism Attempting to transcend our DNA Are most vegetarians actually omnivores? Seeking longevity vs long-term robust health We've always been omnivores... The meat & cancer myth There are no multi-generational vegans Veganism and children Vitamins & minerals from plants vs. animals Is animal husbandry destroying the planet? Were there vegan tribes of hunter gatherers? Cooking our food Taboos of eating certain animals Using our evolutionary history to guide our lifestyles Concluding thoughts from Daniel and Arthur Seeing the big picture

If you've been following my adventures this summer, you'll know that I've been really into foraging wild protein, particularly fish, from my local landscape. I've grown to love the Tenkara fishing — a minimalist fly fishing method that originates in the mountains of Japan. Daniel Galhardo — founder of Tenkara USA, the first company to introduce Tenkara outside of Japan —joins us to share his passion for Tenkara and the world of trout fishing. "A rod, line and fly. Line connects to the tip. Easy casting of a fly to spots where the fish are, intuitive landing. That's tenkara in a nutshell," according to Tenkara USA. In this interview, Daniel guides you through the basics of getting started fishing Tenkara. We discuss barriers to entering the world of fishing, fishing ethics, the complex world of Western fly fishing vs the simplicity of Tenkara and so much more. Whether you're an avid fisherman or completely new to fishing, I hope this interview inspires you to check out this intuitive and minimalist method of fishing! EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel responds to feedback on last week's podcast Exploring waterways and finding low toxicity areas to fish What is Tenkara? Daniel Galhardo's background in fishing Fishing basics Barriers to entering the world of fishing Follow the trout Fishing ethics: Catch & release vs Catching to eat Barbed and non-barbed flies How to catch and release a fish unharmed How Daniel Galhardo got into Tenkara The simplicity of Japanese methods Tenkara vs Western fly fishing How to get started with Tenkara Talking flies What knot to learn when you first begin Tenkara Best practices for finding & catching fish

What is the best location for a ReWilder to live? I'm asked this question quite often, and in this episode, you'll learn some important criteria to consider when thinking of where you want to live long-term. Joel Skousen — pioneer in the preparedness movement, author and publisher of the World Affairs Brief — joins us to discuss strategic relocation. From potential environmental and governmental threats to ReWilding lifestyle requirements, there is much to factor in when strategically relocating. Do you want the freedom to homeschool or practice alternative medicine where you live? Do you want to have access to wild places to forage, fish or hunt? Joel shares grounded insights from his comprehensive work in analyzing some of the best (and worst) places to live in the US for your best chance for long-term, optimal living. He ventures into some conspiracy areas at times, but this interview is primarily focused on providing you with a practical perspective on selecting your ideal ReWilding location. In the introduction to the show, I add some of my own personal criteria for an ideal living situation. As you listen to this show, be thinking of what criteria you would add to Joel's list to lead a life rich in the culture of the NeoAboriginal! EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Daniel answers some listener questions! What ReWilding criteria should you consider when moving to a new location? How Joel got into Strategic Relocation What is Strategic Relocation? Potential threats to your stable lifestyle Joel's thoughts on the water shortage in California Ebola, Zika and other pandemics Are nuclear power plants a major threat? Design and cost of building a "safe room" Criteria for Joel's state-by-state analysis for strategic relocation Thoughts on relocating internationally Long-term strategic issues with relocating to Canada The most strategic places to live in the US Threats from drug cartels in the south How to integrate into a new community Joel's World Affairs Brief Joel's prognosis for the future of the human species **There is a faint background buzzing in the introduction to this show. Apologies, and thanks for bearing with us!

Sweating has always been an integral part of being human. Indigenous groups, like those in North America, used the sweat lodge used a sweat lodge, and today, many of us use saunas for this purpose. In this episode, you'll learn the benefits of regular sauna use in my conversation with the leaders in the infrared sauna industry, Dr. Raleigh Duncan and Andy Kaps of Clearlight Saunas. When you're using a sauna regularly, the health benefits are clear, and these benefits are also backed by extensive studies and research. The folks from Clearlight are here to share this fascinating research, as well as the details on their premier line of infrared, low EMF/ELF saunas. Tune in to learn why you should consider making regular sauna use a part of your overall health strategy! EPISODE BREAKDOWN: How Raleigh and Andy got started in the sauna industry The incredible cardiovascular benefits of sauna use Detoxifying your body through regular sauna use Infrared saunas vs sweat lodges Electricity use of an infrared sauna Daniel's experience with one of Clearlight's competitors Why we need to pay attention to ELFs and EMFs Circuit requirements for a Clearlight in-home sauna Common feedback from Clearlight's customers Relaxing the parasympathetic nervous system Clearlight sauna breakdown Clearlight's company culture What to expect when you order a sauna Andy's & Raleigh's prognoses for the future of the human species

Jake Steiner — holistic eye guru & natural vision health advocate — learned how to naturally improve his -5D myopia and, in the past decade, has helped thousands of others get their healthy eyes back too. In this episode, Jake is here to give us the lowdown on myopia and how it isn't actually a disease at all, but instead a contrived illness created by mainstream optometry. The cause of most nearsightedness is (surprise!) staring at screens, small text and the like for extended periods of time. You may be surprised to learn, however — especially those of you with eyesight issues — that myopia can be reversed. This interview is full of insights, tips and strategies on how you can do just that. Tune in to learn Jake's unique, holistic approach to healing eyesight! EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Jake's story and how he learned to beat his -5D myopia What is myopia? Lens-induced myopia Learned helplessness Habit changes to improve your vision Outdoor vs indoor lighting Challenging your eyes to improve your eyesight Two quick tests to measure your eyesight Turning haters into benefactors Jake's eyesight course and blog Jake's prognosis for the future of the human species

Amanda Archibald is a trailblazer in the field of Culinary Genomics — a unique interface between the culinary arts and genomic medicine — and her work is literally changing how we translate the science of nutrition. Science has proven that our lifestyle and dietary choices shape our epigenetic health. In this interview, Amanda details what lifestyle characteristics and foods can produce beneficial gene expression in your body and potentially help you to live a longer, healthier life. She shares some powerful insights on the topic of Social Genomics and the importance of community for epigenetic health that I think you'll find particularly interesting. Learning how your daily habits and choices literally shape you on a genetic level is a vital tool to add to your toolkit! EPISODE BREAKDOWN: What is Culinary Genomics? The lifestyle characteristics of centenarians How mothers-to-be can shape their child's epigenetic health in-utero Social Genomics and social isolation in a more connected world Consequences of contemporary social threats How fostering true social connection can mean living longer Eating wild foods for beneficial gene expression Changing your diet to work with your genes How to incorporate culinary genomics into your diet strategy + work with Amanda Amanda's prognosis for the future of the human species

Why aren't I a Vegan? I get asked this question all the time, and in this solo episode I break down the core reasons why I think we need to reexamine the Vegan approach. I consider myself to be a conscious omnivore and promote a Four Kingdoms approach to diet (eating from the animal, plant, fungal and bacterial kingdoms). In my personal quest for the most natural diet, I was a vegan for about 10 years. In this show, I'll tell you a bit about my experience as a vegan, why I started eating animal foods again and why long-term veganism is an experiment and maybe not an appropriate diet for a healthy, robust human ape. In the end, I give a strategy for those who still want to see the world go vegan, and explain how they could best achieve that! EPISODE BREAKDOWN: The issue with "isms" My personal search for the most natural diet The two types of veganism Chimps, bonobos & 3.6 million years of archaeology The hand-raising experiment Anthropomorphic cartoon animals and charismatic megafauna Factory farmed animals Nutrient deficiencies in vegan diets Kids and veganism Social isolation Our hunting lineage How a misanthropic world view takes humans out of the ecosystem Conscious omnivory — the Four Kingdoms of Food The vegan experiment

Have you ever wondered what your local landscape was like in years past — before sidewalks, stop signs and modern buildings? In this episode, Dan Flores — author of American Serengeti andCoyote America — gives us some context about the history of our North American landscape and ecology. No matter where you are in the world, though, the story he shares is pertinent and relatable. In our very recent past, the Great Plains region of North America was a wild and undomesticated landscape rich with megafauna. Dan shares a bit about how the forces of domestication shaped the ecology of the Great Plains we know today and the promising conservation efforts going into the ReWilding of the American West. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: How an early fascination with nature & wildlife shaped Dan's life and work The ecology of the American Serengeti Are wild horses an invasive species of the American West? The role of Homo sapiens in ecology Ecological involvement of Native Americans Native American use of bows and atlatls Canids of North America The wolf in your backyard Coyote's trickster archetype The war on canids What do coyotes eat? ReWilding the American Serengeti Dan's prognosis for the future of the human species

As we often discuss on this show, developing and maintaining a connection to the elements — fire, earth, water, air — is a vital component of a beneficial overall health strategy. Direct, personal connection to your water source is a topic I'm particularly passionate about, and I've offered strategies and best practices for procuring your own spring water in a previous episode of the podcast (Why I Forage Wild Water - Daniel Vitalis #80). Gathering your own spring water is not always possible for everyone, for various reasons (location, lack of time, etc), so for all of you on the West Coast, I have an exciting service to share. Fountain Of Truth Spring Water is sourced from the pristine Opal Springs, which emerges from the earth in the high desert of Central Oregon. Today's guest, Mukhande Singh, bottles this water in glass jugs at the source and delivers, chilled, right to the doors of spring water drinkers along the West Coast. In this interview, he shares his experience with stewarding a spring and how you West Coasters can take advantage of this wonderful service. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Mukhande's first experiences with spring water How Mukhande came to steward a spring Effects of sterilizing water with UV light Breakdown of Opal Springs How to get water delivered from Opal Springs Mukhande's prognosis for the future of the human species

Brian Mackenzie is a human performance and movement specialist, and the innovator of the endurance, strength and conditioning paradigm. Originally, I brought Brian on the show to talk with him about performance breathing (which we do discuss!), but our conversation ends up traversing some fascinating terrain on the topics of harmonizing with the natural world, conditioning your body for adaptation through hormesis, how practicing discipline can actually give you more freedom and why specialization is less than optimal. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Harmonizing with the natural world Merging nature with technology in human performance Hormesis — turning down comfort, turning up adaptation Top recovery recommendations Brian's morning hydration protocol Discipline is everything Developing a breathing practice Specializing vs generalizing | Applying the fundamentals A breathing practice you can do right now Drowning euphoria Brian's prognosis for the future of the human species

Ladies, this is the show you have been asking for! I'm so excited to have Jeannine Tidwell — co-Founder and co-Director with her husband, Tim Corcoran of Twin Eagles Wilderness School — join us to discuss women's rites of passage. We had Tim Corcoran on the podcast a few weeks back to tell us all about men's rites of passage, and we received numerous requests to have a follow up show with his wife Jeannine. In this interview, Jeannine shares about mentorship, courage, feminine wisdom and so much more. Enjoy! EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Jeannine's journey and early experience with mentorship Indigenous cultures vs modern cultures Mentorship and cultural design Gift giving Courage happens in spite of fear Concentric rings of awareness Rites of passage for women Differences between rites of passages for men & women The feminine wisdom of feeling good How men can facilitate the empowered woman Rites of passage for women and girls Jeannine's personal experience with rites of passage A wish for the women in the world Jeannine's prognosis for the future of the human species

Bone broth is a vital food for the human animal. Rich in protein, collagen, gelatin, glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, and key minerals & amino acids, this golden elixir protects your joints, heals & supports your gut, maintains healthy skin, boosts detoxification and supports your immune system. Jordan Rubin — NYT bestselling author, founder of Garden of Life & respected natural health expert — joins us for a bonus episode to talk about the benefits of bone broth and an exciting new SurThrival product launch. Jordan has helped to innovate and shape the modern nutritional supplement industry, and SurThrival is proud to partner with him to bring you a unique new supplement: Bone Broth Protein. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Jordan's journey in natural health Healing with traditional foods Behind the scenes of the natural health industry The benefits of bone broth Getting your daily protein intake Making bone broth vs buying bone broth Breakdown of Ancient Nutrition Bone Broth Protein Jordan's prognosis for the future of the human species

My good friend and mentor Arthur Haines is back on the show to cover the topic of community. In our popular "How to Feed Your Human" series from last season of ReWild Yourself podcast, we briefly touched on the topic of community and so many of you reached out wanting us to go deeper. In this interview, Arthur joins me in-studio to delve into this fundamental and vital topic to the ReWilding lifestyle. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: What is community? War and peace The 9 traits of community: Place in common Hunter-gatherers were nomadic Small groups Low population density Political structure Equal wealth distribution Division of labor Sharing Cohesion Sharing fosters strong community Cultivating wisdom Establishing egalitarian communities The benefits of community The oak, the squirrel & the weavil Arthur's vision for community Arthur's prognosis for the human species

Nadine Artemis — creator of Living Libations & author of Holistic Dental Care: The Complete Guide to Healthy Teeth and Gum — is on the show today to discuss the components of a successful self-dentistry practice. Our teeth and gums are alive and capable of being rejuvenated, often without the intervention of conventional dentistry. In this interview, Nadine clears up many common myths about our teeth and dental environment and details how we can holistically care for our teeth through diet and her 8 Step Self-Dentistry protocol. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Catching up Nadine's personal health journey Our teeth are like trees Teeth and gums can be rejuvenated Mouthwashes that de-forest the flora inside our mouths Restoring the mouth's micro biome Ingredients to avoid in dental care products Foods to nourish our dental environment Stop, seal and seed Nadine's 8 Step Self-Dentistry program Confronting your current dental situation Nadine's prognosis for the future of the human species

"Awareness is the gateway for feeling the texture of lived life." —Dr. Dan Siegel In this episode, the fascinating Dr. Dan Siegel joins us for a conversation on the human mind and mindsight. Dr. Siegel — Harvard graduate, professor at UCLA & New York Times bestselling author — has lectured for the likes of the Dalai Lama, the Pope and the King of Thailand. "Mindsight is a term coined by Dr. Siegel to describe our human capacity to perceive the mind of the self and others." In this interview, Dr. Siegel explains how we can literally change our brains by developing the skill of mindsight, interconnectedness and how relationships and social networks work in the brain, and the importance of integration (the linkage of differentiated parts of the brain). Prepare to have your mind expanded! EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Dr. Siegel's journey through mindsight What is interpersonal neurobiology? Mind vs. Brain — who drives who? The 3 processes of the mind The 4th aspect of "mind" Mental training — where attention goes, neural firing flows, and neural connection grows. The reason relationships/social networks are so important How does "being aware" change the brain? "What's wrong with the human brain that it believes everything isn't interconnected?" The 3 potentially relevant issues of quantum physics that relate to the mind How we perceive reality Entrainment of two systems — relationships An integrated self — honoring "MWe" Why Africa is the healthiest continent in the world The arrow of time & the plane of possibility Your human legacy and how we connect to past and future Consilience The importance of integration The Wheel of Awareness Dr. Siegel's prognosis for the future of the human species

As I mentioned in Wednesday's show with Shawn Stevenson, this week we're bringing you a bonus episode of ReWild Yourself podcast! This interview, while a bit product-focused, is also rich in vital content; if you enjoyed Shawn’s interview, this is a great supplement. I've been hinting about my new bed for a while, and after 6 months of sleeping on it, I'm finally ready to detail my experience. Today I'm talking to Claus Pummer of Samina Sleep Systems. Claus is an expert on all things sleep, particularly setting up an ideal sleep environment. He’s here to share how we can optimize our sleep sanctuaries, give insights into sleep psychology and to take us on a tour of what I think is the healthiest bed on earth! Two warnings about the show: 1: While this show is content-rich, if you're someone who is triggered by promotion, you might want to skip the second half of this interview where Claus details the Samina bed :) We support the ReWild Yourself podcast through sponsors and affiliates like SurThrival and Samina. 2: Claus has a heavy German accent and is extremely passionate about sleep (which means he can get talking fast). Please bear with us! We do our best to repeat things and slow down the pace of conversation, as necessary (: Enjoy, and may all your sleep be sound and sweet! EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Sleep landscape Setting up your ideal sleep environment What’s the problem with carpet? Insights on sleep psychology What are the best bedding materials? An in-depth overview of the Samina Bed System Importance of grounding while sleeping Longevity and maintenance of the Samina mattress What is the investment for a Samina Bed System? Claus's prognosis for the future of the human species

Shawn Stevenson — bestselling author and creator of The Model Health Show — is back on ReWild Yourself podcast to motivate us to make sleep a primary focus as he details his latest sleep research. Sleep has been a big focus for me as of late. I find I’m able to get more out of my day if I allocate a larger portion of it to getting quality sleep. In this interview, Shawn provides us with some powerful takeaways, including one important piece on the sleep—gut health connection that was completely new to me, and I think you’ll find particularly fascinating. I hope our conversation inspires you to create a nightly sleep practice that rejuvenates your mind and body. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Shawn’s path to his sleep research How much sleep do you need? “A good night’s sleep starts the moment you wake up in the morning" Do we need to black out our windows? Take control of your evening ritual — "Getting ready for bed" Go device-less at night Powerful new research connecting sleep and gut health Nutrients that supplement good quality sleep Shawn's prognosis for the future of the human species

Today’s show is all about getting the most out of your experience on planet earth. Gretchen Rubin, New York Times bestselling author and host of popular weekly podcast Happier with Gretchen Rubin, joins us to discuss health, habits & happiness. You’ll learn why there is no one-size-fits-all strategy to formulating habits; rather habit formation is unique to you and your personality. In this takeaway-rich episode (grab your notebooks for this one, folks!), Gretchen lets us in on the secrets to habits and happiness she’s learned over years of research and observation. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: How Gretchen’s obsession with human nature led her to the work she does today What’s the definition of happiness? Discipline is freedom — really! Gretchen’s personality framework: The Four Tendencies Achieving happiness by mastering habits Using the Four Tendencies to create your own habit framework Habits can be freeing & energizing The strategy of loophole-spotting The power of stacking habits What makes Gretchen most productive Wiping the slate clean How to correctly use rewards to reinforce a habit Gretchen’s prognosis for the future of the human species

Tim Corcoran is co-Director of Twin Eagles Wilderness School, an organization he co-founded with his wife, Jeannine Tidwell, as a vehicle to support his life’s work of facilitating deep nature connection mentoring, cultural restoration, and inner transformation. In today’s episode, Tim takes us deep into the true essence of ReWilding. This interview is such a great reminder of why it’s so important to foster our connection with nature and all living beings. Tim discusses nature immersion, community-based approach to education and the importance of Rites of Passage for men and boys. I hope you come away from this interview inspired to reconnect with the natural world! EPISODE BREAKDOWN: Tim’s childhood journey Tim’s work with men and children Wilderness survival skills Importance of deep relationships Community-based approach to education Building a relationship with one place Learning to face your fears Paying attention to animal signs that come into your life How do Rites of Passage differ for men and women How Tim works together with his wife Men are emotional beings, too Tim’s thoughts on the prognosis of the human species

My personal health strategy is based on the 4 elements: Earth, Water, Air, Fire. The food I consume, the air I breathe, the solar energy I take in, the water I drink. I’ve been gathering my water from springs for the past decade, and today I’m going to share a bit about my personal water strategy and the spring water gathering best practices I’ve learned along the way! EPISODE BREAKDOWN: New show intro Guest shout out Beard care Want to work with FindASpring? 4 Elemental health strategy Spring water vs. tap water Surface water and ground water explained Processed water vs. whole water How to find a spring in your area Do you need to test spring water before drinking? Storage and bottle cleaning tips Glass carboy safety What to do when you can’t get spring water The pH scale How to make RO water more hydrating Your personal water strategy What’s your favorite air filter?

ReWild Yourself Podcast is BACK, and we couldn’t think of a better way to kick off Season 2 than with the zany and lovable Bug Chef, David George Gordon. David is the award-wining author of The Eat-a-Bug Cookbook and has been designing delectable insect dishes for quite some time. With spring upon us (in the Northern Hemisphere), the opportunity to forage insects is drawing near, so now is the time to familiarize yourself with this ancient practice. In this interview, David shares some fascinating facts on the history of entomophagy, as well as some practical advice for getting started with eating (and enjoying!) insects. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: How David got into entomophagy Why does our culture find bugs so repulsive? Entomophagy throughout history Organically raised insects The sustainability of raising insects for food Cooked vs. raw — do we need to worry about parasites? Tips for catching and cooking insects Cooking tarantulas How has entomophagy changed over the years? David’s thoughts on the future of our species

In the third and final installment of the How To Feed Your Human series, Arthur and I cover the fungal, bacterial, elemental and experiential food groups. This is one of my favorite conversations with Arthur to date! Topics range from adaptogenic mushrooms to lacto-fermented foods to the loss of firsthand experience and so much more. I hope this series has inspired you to reclaim your genome and begin to live a lifestyle with the Neo-Aboriginal of the future in mind! As you know, this is the last episode of the ReWild Yourself! podcast before we take a brief pause to reformat and revamp the show. What an incredible journey this podcast has been thus far, and I cannot wait to connect with you again in early 2016! Episode Breakdown: * Fungi are not plants * Immune-modulating components of fungi * Cultivated vs. wild mycelium * Pick your favorite fungi game * Civilization is an alcoholic * Eating scoby's * How to get probiotics in your diet * Favorite lacto-fermented foods * Getting dirty with soil microbes * Elemental food * Cold plunging and cryotherapy * The loss of firsthand experience * Importance of staying in motion * Vital experiential foods for the healthy human * Putting stress in perspective * Spending time in natural settings * Being eco-centric rather than ego-centric

How many plant species do you eat on a daily, seasonal or yearly basis? Before you answer that question, consider this: broccoli = kale = kohlrabi = cauliflower = cabbage = brussels sprouts = collard greens. They're all variations of the same plant species, Brassica oleracea! The average American is eating far fewer plant species (roughly 30 a year!) compared to our hunter-gatherer ancestors. In this podcast episode, you'll learn the importance of diet biodiversity and how it can affect your day-to-day functioning and, ultimately, your genetic expression. Arthur Haines is back on the show for the second installment in the How To Feed Your Human series! As a professional botanist, Arthur's knowledge of the plant world is immense, and so we get into some pretty fascinating material, including wild foods, diet biodiversity, seasonal eating, anti-nutrients and much, much more. In part one, we talked animal foods, and you can listen to that episode here. Enjoy, and stay tuned for the next installments in this series where we will discuss fungal, bacterial, elemental and experiential foods! Episode Breakdown: * Cultivated vs. Wild * The endless medicinal qualities of wild plants * Brassica oleracea and diet biodiversity * Never-ending growing season * Dietary diversity = dietary sufficiency * What kind of DNA fragments do you want floating in your body? * Engaging your senses to develop a personal connection with your landscape * Fiber's many purposes * A flourishing microbiota doesn't come from a capsule * Plant-based Omega 3 Fatty Acids * Anti-nutrients * What are tannins? * How to consume nuts, seeds and legumes * White bread vs, wheat bread * The power of antioxidants * How to bring more wild foods into your diet * Herbal medicine * Closing thoughts

Arthur Haines is back on the show! Arthur is both a mentor to me and a good friend, and he has been fundamental to many of the concepts presented on this podcast. As I mentioned last week, we'll be taking a break from the podcast while we carry out a major revamp behind the scenes. Our very first podcast guest on ReWild Yourself! was Arthur Haines, and so I cannot think of a better way to close out this chapter than an interview series with Arthur. In this episode, we begin a discussion on how to feed your human, and Arthur presents the fundamental food groups for the ideal diet of the human animal. In part one, we focus on animal foods! Stay tuned for the next installments in this series where we will discuss plant, fungal, bacterial, elemental and experiential foods! Episode Breakdown: * Help! I'm lost! * Sleep podcast recap * Food group paradigm * How to achieve healthy genetic expression * The placebo effect * The new "food groups" * Food Group #1: Animal foods * Importance of consuming DHA * Fluid intelligence & Vitamin B12 * Eating pastured foods * Foods from the sea, and how to consume fish safely * Managing stress for better epigenetic health * Daniel's & Arthur's favorite animal foods * We're not eating food; we're eating life

In a culture that praises work and getting the most out of the day, sleeping tends to be under-rated and, often, looked down upon. Seeing as we spend 1/3 of our lives sleeping, it's about time we start treating sleep as an intentional practice rather than hitting the pause button on life. Arthur Haines is back on the show to share some fascinating scientific research on the sleeping habits of wild, indigenous peoples. The research results are in: quality sleep can have tremendously positive effects on your health and well-being. I hope Arthur's grounded perspective inspires you to put focus and energy towards your personal sleep practice! Episode Breakdown: * A new path * Conscious sleep practices * When is the best time to go to sleep? * Did hunter gatherers sleep through the night? * Correlation between temperature and sleep * Effects of light and color of light on sleep * The importance of fire * Rising at the same time each day — consistency is key * Sleep for the cure * The many benefits of melatonin * Bedding and grounding * Thoughts on grounding technology * Noise * Concluding thoughts + wrap-up

Every year in the United States, about 300,000 people are diagnosed with Lyme disease, according to recent studies. Symptoms of Lyme range from early on fever, achy joints and fatigue to long term severe migraines, short term memory loss and inflammation of brain and spinal cord. In this episode, Earth poet and award-winning author Stephen Harrod Buhner joins us to discuss this silent epidemic, how to avoid it and what to do if you contract it. We discuss his recently updated book, Healing Lyme, where he outlines leading scientific research, tests and treatment for Lyme disease. Stephen also shares his potent herbal protocol for treating Lyme, which has an amazing success rate: "75% of those who use the protocol as a core treatment regimen (along with other herbs and supplements as symptoms dictate) feel that they are cured." This interview is filled with helpful and crucial information for those infected with Lyme, have loved ones infected with Lyme or who live in areas where Lyme ticks are common! Episode Breakdown: * What is Lyme Disease? * Zombie ticks * Sophisticated bacteria * Be proactive * Antibiotics * How a robust immune system can help you ward off a Lyme infection * Diagnostic testing for Lyme * Stephen's herbal protocol recommendations * Can apitherapy help minimize Lyme symptoms? * The problems with Western medicine practices * Lyme co-infections * The longterm effects of Lyme on life * Entering the Lyme Wars * Stephen's GoFundMe for the revised edition of Healing Lyme * Key trigger symptoms of Lyme * We've exceed the carrying capacity of the Earth

This the most vulnerable and intimate interview I've ever shared publicly. I've decided to release the full unedited version, where I share deeply personal moments from my fairly traumatic childhood, because I think it's important that we begin to have this conversation. But first, let me introduce you to this week's guest: My friend Neil Strauss is the author of the New York Times bestsellers The Game, Rules of the Game, Emergency, and Everyone Loves You When You're Dead. Most recently, Neil has published an incredibly powerful piece of work called The Truth: An Uncomfortable Books About Relationships. In this book, Neil shares some very intimate and personal moments from his past that shed light onto his adult relationships, which made me feel comfortable to share a bit about my past here. The theme of this show is mommy/daddy issues: we all have them — even those with seemingly perfect childhoods. Please have compassion on me, my family and yourself as you listen in. Thank you for being here and allowing me to share so openly! Episode Breakdown: * Why Neil wrote The Truth * What The Truth is all about * Daniel's feelings on sexuality * How your relationships with your parents can heavily influence your adult relationships * Neil and Daniel dive into Daniel's childhood * A bit about Neil's childhood story * An intimate, transformational experience for Daniel and his mother * A book about recovery * Elders and olders * Finding your sexual species * Long term happiness vs short term pleasure * Finding Neil and his work

John Gray is the leading relationship expert in the world and best-selling author of "Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus." His books have sold over 50 million copies in 50 different languages around the world. In this fascinating conversation, we discuss the philosophical and physiological components of polarity in men and women, and how to use polarity to create richer, more fulfilling relationships. John shares many insights he's learned from his own personal relationship and experiences (and years of research, of course), and he offers countless strategies for increasing testosterone in men and oxytocin & estrogen in women. John is a true expert in his field, and this interview is brimming with juicy nuggets of information — you may want to listen more than once! Episode Breakdown: * Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus * Women, work & testosterone * How to double your testosterone in a week * Ejaculation and celibacy * Balancing polarity within ourselves * John's first sexual experiences * Mastering sexual energy * The big "O" (oxytocin) * How men and women handle stress differently * Ladies first — how the female orgasm works * Processing emotions * The benefits of a monogamous relationship * Conscious Men * Why schedule sex? * Endure and contain * John's advice to women for bettering their relationships * Sharing emotion is feminine; complaining is masculine * Connect with John * A tip from John on active listening in relationships

Jeff Kober is an actor/author who has spent much of the last 35 years studying metaphysics and meditation here in the US as well as in India. In this show, our conversation travels through a variety of topics, including Vedic meditation, the ego and the relationship between money and spirituality. This past year, I've picked up a daily meditation practice that has had profound impacts in my life, so it was exciting to talk to someone with 14 years of consistent daily meditation! I had such a great time speaking with Jeff whose authenticity and grounded-ness shine through in this interview. Enjoy, and let this inspire you to delve into the world of meditation if you have not already! Episode Breakdown: * How Jeff got interested in meditation * Happiness and meditation * Jeff's personal meditation practice * How mantras work * What does 14 years of meditation practice look like? * Ego and meditation * The Kali Yuga age * The animal mind * Buick's unique happiness campaign * Jeff's role in The Walking Dead * Money and spirituality * How to connect with Jeff and his work

What is your personal self-protection strategy? In this show, we're joined by Craig Douglas aka "SouthNarc", an incredible teacher in the world of self protection with a background as an undercover narcotics agent and former commander of his agency's SWAT team. Craig is here to talk to us about protecting ourselves against predatory violence using some of the most important tactics to have in your personal self-protection arsenal: situational awareness and verbal skills to de-escalate situations. He shares some fascinating insights on how to identify a "bad guy," as well as his thoughts on weapon-carrying. I hope this podcast inspires you to develop a more robust self-protection strategy! Always practice situational awareness! Episode Breakdown: * A bit about Craig's work * Technologically-connected, but physically-disconnected * Craig's time as an undercover police officer * What is a "bad guy"? * Museum martial art * Situational awareness * What to do when someone is too close * Unequal initiative event * Craig's thoughts on weapon-carrying * How to work with Craig * Do you have the ability to keep someone from imposing their will on you?

"What I am capable of, anyone can learn." -Wim Hof Wim Hof — "The Iceman" — is internationally renowned for his countless ice endeavors that range from being up to his neck in a cylinder filled with ice cubes for over 90 minutes, swimming large distances under polar ice, running a marathon barefoot to climbing the Everest in nothing more than a pair of shorts. Wim has pioneered a practice of breathing and cold immersion that has allowed him to set countless world records and can help you to harness your inner strength and achieve robust health & well-being. In this episode, Wim shares from the heart on his journey confronting the cold and how his practices can help you become a better version of yourself in a very short time period. Our conversation was particularly powerful for me, as I've been playing around with Wim's breathing and cold immersion techniques since we've spoken and have felt immediate positive effects. I share a bit about my experience so far in the beginning of the show! I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did! Episode Breakdown: * What Wim is capable of, anyone can learn * The Wim Hof Method * Wim's journey in confronting the cold * Getting out of our comfort zones * Tuning into your primitive, animal self * Dealing with suppressed emotions that arise when practicing the breathing techniques * Controlling your pH through breath * What temperature does Wim keep his home? * Generating energy through deep breathing * Enjoying life to the fullest * Using Wim's breathing techniques to improve sex * How Wim sees the future of our world

Welcome back to part two of my conversation with Luke Storey on setting up a holistic strategy for lifestyle design! Luke has spent the past 18 years developing and refining a robust way of life based on the principles of nature and spirituality, while embracing technology and modern convenience. In this segment, we focus on our strategies for movement, sleep and meditation! If you missed it, check out part one where we break down our personal strategies and adaptations to modern life using a four elemental structure: Earth, Air, Water, Fire. Episode Breakdown: * Integrating useful movement into your lifestyle * Optimizing your sleep routine in urban environments * Luke's tactics for falling asleep when not tired * Pillow-less sleeping * The discipline of meditation * Spiritual connection through meditation and entheogens

In this week's podcast, my good friend Luke Storey joins me for an intimate, peer to peer conversation on setting up a holistic strategy for lifestyle design. Luke has spent the past 18 years developing and refining a robust way of life based on the principles of nature and spirituality, while embracing technology and modern convenience. Luke and I apply many of the same lifestyle principles to our very different lives, and in this rap session, we have an awesome time discussing our personal strategies and adaptations to modern life. We break it all down for you using a four elemental structure: Earth, Air, Water, Fire. We cover a ton of valuable, actionable information here, and so we've split up this episode into two parts. In part one, we get into our strategies on diet, water, air and sunlight. Stay tuned for part two (coming out next week) for our discussion on movement, sleep and meditation! Episode Breakdown: * Luke & Daniel's history * How Luke got started on his health journey * Avoiding diet extremes — achieving a healthy relationship with your food * Luke's home + travel spring water strategy * Navigating through air pollution * #NakedSunTime

Couples in the Paleolithic world would never have fantasized about running off by themselves to their own little retreats in the forest. No Stone Age lovers would have imagined in their wildest dreams that they could or should be "everything" to each other. That way lay death. ― Stephanie Coontz, Marriage, a History: From Obedience to Intimacy Stephanie Coontz is a marriage historian and author of seven books on marriage and family life. In this podcast, she takes us on a tour through the evolution of marriage and intimacy throughout human history. We discuss everything from egalitarianism to "the one" to polyamory vs. monogamy. This show is enlightening and adds another piece to the puzzle as we continue to dissect the mating styles of the human animal, here on the ReWild Yourself! podcast. Episode Breakdown: * The way we never were * Are we hardwired for egalitarianism? * The quest for in-laws * Marrying for love * The soulmate fantasy * Individual needs vs group needs * Sex and marriage throughout history * Monogamy vs non-monogamy * The story of divorce over the ages * Today's marriage statistics * The changing roles of men and women in a marriage