A Wilder Life

A Wilder Life

A Wilder Life is a transformative podcast hosted by Eric Edmeades, delving into evolutionary mismatch theory and The Evolution Gap. Each episode examines the widening disconnect between our ancestral roots and modern society—gaps that contribute to rising levels of depression, anxiety, addiction, and reliance on psychoactive drugs, despite this being the safest era in human history. Through conversations that blend ancestral wisdom with modern science, listeners gain practical insights to enhance their health, relationships, longevity, and overall quality of life.

Episodes

Modern Suffering Meets Ancient Wisdom

October 29, 2025 • 43 mins
What if happiness in the modern world requires remembering ancient truths?In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric Edmeades sits down with longtime friend and Shift Network founder Stephen Dinan to explore why so many people feel unfulfilled despite living in the safest, most comfortable era in human history. Together, they examine how evolutionary mismatch, spiritual disconnection, and constant media overload contribute to modern su...
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Why "I'm Fine" Is a Lie: The Hidden Cost of People Pleasing

October 22, 2025 • 42 mins
Think you’re holding it all together? What if “I’m fine” is actually the biggest red flag? In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses how high-achievers often mask emotional exhaustion with over-functioning, how unresolved childhood patterns sneak into adulthood, and how the practice of self-compassion, emotional safety, and radical self-responsibility can transform performance, relationships, and mental health. Guest Kamini...
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From Pain to Power with Conscious Movement

October 15, 2025 • 66 mins
What if pain, poor posture, or fatigue weren’t just physical issues—but signals your body is trying to reconnect with something ancient, intelligent, and free? In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric Edmeades discusses how conscious, alignment-based movement can radically transform your health, energy, and aging process with Lara Heimann, founder of the LYT Yoga Method. They explore how movement shapes the brain, how posture influe...
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How Barefoot Living Heals Posture and Pain

October 8, 2025 • 57 mins
What if the key to unlocking your longevity, stability, and even emotional regulation was hiding in plain sight—beneath your feet? In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric dives deep with Dr. Emily Splichal, a leading voice in barefoot science and founder of Naboso Technology. Together, they explore the extraordinary role our feet play in overall health, longevity, and emotional regulation. From posture to proprioception, this episo...
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How Movement Can End Pain and Boost Longevity

October 1, 2025 • 50 mins
Movement is the medicine your body has been waiting for—and it doesn’t require a gym, weights, or burnout to work.In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses how simple, anatomy-based movement can radically improve longevity, energy, and joint health with movement specialist Zarina Del Mar. Once a high-powered tax attorney, Zarina shares her transformation into a global movement educator and breaks down how just five minutes a...
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Vaginal Gymnastics and the Pleasure Revolution

September 24, 2025 • 63 mins
What if better health, deeper intimacy, and more vitality were hidden in plain sight—inside the muscles of the pelvis? In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses women’s sexual health, agency, and the science of pleasure with entrepreneur, best-selling author, and women’s health advocate Bel Di Lorenzo. Together they explore how “vaginal gymnastics” can transform not just sex, but mental health, resilience, and quality of li...
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Peptides, Power & Personal Evolution

September 17, 2025 • 60 mins
What if the biggest barrier to your vitality isn’t age—but misinformation? In this deep-dive with Jay Campbell, Eric explores the science and spirit behind true health optimization.In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses the realities of hormone therapy, the untapped power of peptides, and the health dangers of shortcuts with best-selling author and performance biohacker Jay Campbell. Together, they explore the tension bet...
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Hadza Chief Conversations Part 4 with Jay Shetty

September 11, 2025 • 11 mins
What happens when ancient wisdom meets modern purpose? In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric Edmeades sits down with global thought leader Jay Shetty to ask the Hadza chief Nona life's three biggest questions — and the answers just might change your perspective forever. In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses how radically different perspectives can reshape our understanding of values, purpose, and death through a unique...
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Hadza Chief Conversations Part 3 with Daniel Priestley

September 3, 2025 • 7 mins
What if success wasn’t about money or milestones, but how you face the wild unpredictability of life? In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses the radically different definitions of success, measurement, and indulgence with insights from Nona, a Hadza tribesman, in response to deeply thoughtful questions from business strategist Daniel Priestley. Through their conversation, we gain rare access to how one of the last hunter...
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Hadza Chief Conversations Part 2 with Bruce Muzik

August 27, 2025 • 10 mins
What if your love life depended on a baboon hunt? In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses the Hadza people's timeless approach to love, conflict, and partnership. With questions posed by relationship expert Bruce Muzik, this episode offers a raw, fascinating glimpse into the romantic rituals and relational values of one of the world’s last hunter-gatherer tribes. From bold courtship gestures to communal conflict resolutio...
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Hazda Chief Conversations Part 1 with Shelly Lefkoe, Greg Wells, and Helena Houdová

August 20, 2025 • 14 mins
In this episode of A Wilder Life, host Eric delves into the profound concepts of evolution, survival, and cultural practices of the Hadza tribe.    Nona shares insights into the Hadza tribe's way of life, emphasizing their deep connection to nature for resources and survival.   **Key Points:** - Nona highlights the Hadza tribe's reliance on nature for medicinal roots and food, showcasing the importance of adaptation for susten...
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The Healing Power of Energy with Harry Massey

August 13, 2025 • 49 mins
Is your health controlled more by viruses—or by the environment you create in your body and mind? In this provocative episode, Eric Edmeades dives into the fascinating intersection of energy, health, and emotional immunity with bioenergetics pioneer Harry Massey. In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses how our energy fields influence healing, the misunderstood roots of illness, and why supporting emotional immunity might ...
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A Lesson from the Bushmen

August 6, 2025 • 14 mins
What if a forgotten cave, a 259,000-year-old skull, and a bow you can’t pull back could rewrite your understanding of health, instinct, and your place in human history?In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discussesan extraordinary story that ties together ancestral memory, personal transformation, and the deep biological wisdom encoded in our DNA. From a mysterious compulsion to climb a hill in South Africa that leads him to his ...
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Parenting in a Pandemic Conscious Parenting

July 30, 2025 • 27 mins
How to Help Kids Thrive During Crisis with Dr. Shefali Tsabary In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric speaks with Dr. Shefali Tsabary, a world-renowned clinical psychologist, best-selling author, and parenting expert. Known for her revolutionary approach to conscious parenting, Dr. Shefali brings powerful wisdom to help parents and children navigate anxiety during uncertain times. With her new book Superpower: Transform Anxiety int...
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Destress with Your Breath

July 23, 2025 • 53 mins
Breathe Deep, Move Gently, Live Fully: The Healing Power of Breath and Yoga with Peggy Cappy In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric speaks with Peggy Cappy, beloved PBS yoga instructor and creator of Yoga for the Rest of Us. Peggy brings her deep experience with yoga, breathwork, and healing movement to share powerful, practical tools anyone can use to feel better—starting right now. With wisdom rooted in both ancient traditions a...
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Tuning Ourselves: The Human Instrument of Healing

July 16, 2025 • 60 mins
What if the path through grief isn't silence, but sound? Discover how music and crystal singing bowls can help us heal and reconnect with ourselves in the wake of profound loss. In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric speaks with Jeralyn Glass, internationally renowned sound healing pioneer, founder of Crystal Cadence, and author of Sacred Vibrations. After the tragic loss of her 19-year-old son, Jeralyn transitioned from a celebra...
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Fitness That Feeds the Soul: Why Your "Why" Matters More Than Your Workout

July 9, 2025 • 79 mins
Ever felt “too comfortable” in life and craving a real challenge? Then this episode is for you. In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric Edmeades sits down with Brian Keane, ultra‑endurance athlete, bestselling author of The Fitness Mindset and Rewire Your Mindset, and mental toughness coach. Brian opens up about his journey from primary‑school teacher in London to conquering extreme endurance races like the Marathon des Sables and ...
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The Hidden Deficiencies Destroying Your Health (And How to Fix Them)

July 2, 2025 • 91 mins
In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric speaks with Barton Scott, a biochemist, chemical engineer, and founder of Upgraded Formulas. Together, they explore how mineral deficiencies affect everything from cravings and mental health to personality development and aging. With a shared passion for ancestral health and a mutual curiosity around high-performance living, Eric and Barton dive into practical insights about testing vs. guessi...
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Symptoms or Signals? Reclaiming Power Through Belief, Breath, and Consciousness

June 25, 2025 • 49 mins
What if the anxiety, stress, and burnout we accept as normal are actually signals pointing us back to ancient wisdom—and to our true potential?In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric speaks with Debra Heslin, a high-performance coach, master NLP trainer, and resilience expert. In a deeply personal and insightful conversation, Debra shares how her journey from a high-powered executive role to a holistic wellness path revealed the hid...
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Jetpacks & Jungle Wisdom: Futurism Meets Ancestral Health

June 18, 2025 • 54 mins
Can happiness be engineered—and is nature the missing key to true human potential?In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric speaks with Brett Harmeling, entrepreneur, philanthropist, mindset coach, and founder of Happy Life Labs. Brett shares his fascinating journey from rural roots on a Dutch farm to becoming a thought leader at the intersection of technology, wellness, and personal transformation. Together, they explore ancestral he...
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