Voices of Wilderness

No conservation story starts the same way, but what we know at WILD is that they all share a common thread: passion. Today, we introduce you to Blake Moynes, who, from a young age, harbored a fascination for wildlife, always wrapped up in the wilderness of the Canadian North. But before he dedicated his life to conservation, you might've caught him on reality TV. Join us as Blake s

Today is Earth Day! For this special occasion, we wanted to support traditional cultures as Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities are the best stewards of the planet. Today, to delve deeper into the topic, we have an important guest on our podcast.In this episode, we're honored to have Dan Wildcat, a Yuchi member of the Muscogee Nation of Oklahoma, who's passionately dedicated t

Ever wondered how many times you've crossed paths with them, without even noticing? They seem so distant, yet they're closer than you think. In cities, alongside us, even sharing similarities with our beloved pets. Coyotes - a species often misinterpreted by our narratives. Today, we're joined by Dr. Stan Gehrt, Professor of Wildlife Ecology at The Ohio State University. His 23-yea

Ever wondered how many times you've crossed paths with them, without even noticing? They seem so distant, yet they're closer than you think. In cities, alongside us, even sharing similarities with our beloved pets. Coyotes - a species often misinterpreted by our narratives. Today, we're joined by Dr. Stan Gehrt, Professor of Wildlife Ecology at The Ohio State University. His 23-yea

Ever wondered how many times you've crossed paths with them, without even noticing? They seem so distant, yet they're closer than you think. In cities, alongside us, even sharing similarities with our beloved pets. Coyotes - a species often misinterpreted by our narratives. Today, we're joined by Dr. Stan Gehrt, Professor of Wildlife Ecology at The Ohio State University. His 23-yea

Welcome to our special episode celebrating World Rewilding Day! Today, we're embarking on an exciting conversation between two passionate conservationists from opposite ends of the globe. Joining us are none other than Ben Goldsmith, an avid nature lover and dedicated advocate for rewilding, and Amy Lewis, WILD’s CEO. Together, they'll be delving into the captivating realms of re

Picture this: through his lens, Jaime Rojo weaves enchanting visual tales that not only captivate the public but also shine a spotlight on urgent environmental issues. Today, we meet Jaime Rojo, a photographer, and National Geographic Explorer. His most recent project includes "Monarchs on the Brink," a captivating visual exploration of monarch butterflies, where Jaime highlights t

Some of the best stories are shared when we’re taken back to our original home: nature.In our Campfire Wilderness Stories series, our guests will share their stories of fear, wonder, and connection that make their link to nature a unique and inspiring one.Today we have Jenn Meyer, our Chief Operations Officer. After a decade at WILD, Jenn has learned that her heart lies with help

In this episode, we're honored to have Javiera Calisto Ovalle, an Environmental attorney and campaigner with a decade of experience in global conservation. Javiera shares profound insights into how the law shapes our wilderness, weaving together ocean law, international environmental law, and human rights. Explore her close collaborations with local communities, and discover the in

In this episode, we meet Laura Cochrane, who has been practicing clinical medicine as a PA, and who became a health and wellness coach. Coming out of a really hard personal part of her life, she felt deep down like I needed to do something different. After, finding peace and home in nature, Laura decided to take a local college course on forest bathing. Laura had no idea how much f