HeyJaredThe 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.
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Why Hunters Say Caring More, Not Less, Makes You Better at Conservation with Mark Hall (opens the original)
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Ned Weidner talks with Mark Hall of Wild Origins Canada about how hunting, trapping, and forestry connect to conservation, ecology, and public storytelling. Mark shares how his lifelong relationship with the land shaped his work as a forester, writer, podcaster, and advocate for hunters and rural communities.We discuss why hunting can deepen environmental awareness, how public narratives distort hunters’ motivations, and why Project Grizzly Balance aims to bring marginalized rural voices back in
The Inner Lives of Animals: Sentience, Coexistence, and the Case Against Killing (opens the original)
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Join Ned Weidner and Marc Bekoff in a profound conversation as they explore animal emotions, morality, deep ecology, and the ethical responsibilities of humans in natural ecosystems. Discover insights from decades of ethology research and how we can rewild our hearts to foster coexistence with wildlife. Check out Marc's Work: https://marcbekoff.com/ Work with Ned: https://www.instagram.com/nedweidner/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Marc Bekoff's Journey03:06 The Influence of Childhood on Animal
Dungeons, Dragons, and Mules: How the Wilderness Saved My Life (opens the original)
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In this engaging interview, Kelly Kate shares her journey from trail work and wilderness adventures to becoming a backcountry cook and wilderness guide. Discover how her work supports conservation, community building, and personal transformation in the wilderness. Check out Kelly's work: https://www.instagram.com/thebackcountrycook/ If you want to get into the mountains with Ned: https://www.stepintoyourwild.com/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene02:09 Kelly's Journey into the Wil
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