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

Why “Everything in Moderation” Doesn't Work

January 14, 2026 • 25 mins
What if the foods you trust most are the very things sabotaging your health? In this riveting episode, Eric Edmeades breaks down the lies we’ve been sold—and the truth about reclaiming our well-being. In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses the dangerous myth of "everything in moderation," how modern food systems have hijacked our biology, and the profound consequences of straying from our evolutionary diet. Drawing o...
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How Modern Life Fuels Parasite Infections

January 7, 2026 • 45 mins
If you’ve been eating clean, following all the health advice, and still feel inflamed, exhausted, or ignored by doctors- this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about your body. In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses how parasites, candida, mold, and modern toxins might be the hidden culprits behind chronic illness. Kim Rogers, known as the "Worm Queen," shares her powerful journey from near-death...
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Fix Screen Fatigue and ADHD Symptoms with Eye Training

December 31, 2025 • 55 mins
What if your brain fog, ADHD symptoms, or vision decline weren’t inevitable—but reversible with the right kind of eye-brain training? In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses how modern screen use, sedentary lifestyles, and even childhood education systems are damaging our vision—and how that damage affects mental clarity, emotional regulation, and long-term health. Neuro-optometrist Dr. Bryce Appelbaum reveals why 20/20...
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How Biohacking Family and Ancestral Wisdom Are Reshaping Health

December 24, 2025 • 52 mins
What if the future of health, family, and success isn’t about choosing between tradition and technology—but integrating both to build a wildly better life? In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses how a once-315-pound entrepreneur and his health-obsessed partner turned their personal health crises into powerful family transformations, award-winning documentaries, and a bold rethinking of what it means to truly thrive in ...
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Why Kids Rebel and How to Guide Them with Ancient Parenting Wisdom

December 17, 2025 • 60 mins
What if emotional safety—not discipline—is the real foundation of powerful parenting? In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses how parenting, emotional resilience, and childhood trauma shape the adults we become. Joined by children’s author and emotional healing expert Angela Legh, they explore how to raise emotionally intelligent kids, close the “hindsight window” on pain, and even find gratitude for life’s hardest mome...
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Break the Reaction Loop with Emotional Intelligence

December 10, 2025 • 37 mins
Ever wonder why you react before you think—and how to stop it? This episode will change the way you perceive your instincts, emotions, and personal power. In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses the mechanics of perception, the biology of fear, and how we can reclaim control over our responses in the modern world. His conversation with perception expert Dian Griesel explores the tension between instinct and intelligence...
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How Your Birth Blueprint Shapes Your Life

December 3, 2025 • 43 mins
What if understanding your birth time could radically shift how you make decisions, live your purpose, and experience fulfillment? In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric dives into the fascinating and controversial world of Human Design with leading expert Emma Dunwoody. What begins as a conversation with healthy skepticism evolves into a deep exploration of identity, fulfillment, and the surprising accuracy of Human Design—even...
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Why You Still Feel Sick After Doing Everything Right

November 26, 2025 • 61 mins
If you've ever felt like you're doing all the right things for your health but still feel off, this episode will help you discover why — and what to do about it. In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses how physical healing is incomplete without emotional release and nervous system regulation. Guest Eva Hooft shares her journey from chronic illness and emotional trauma to deep healing through detox, mineral balancing, an...
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How to Live Longer Without Falling for Health Scams

November 19, 2025 • 43 mins
Confused by the flood of biohacking advice, TRT hype, and supplement marketing? This episode separates fact from fiction and shows you how to optimize your health without falling for the noise. In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses the often-misleading world of biohacking with cellular health expert and integrative health practitioner Dylan Gemelli. From testosterone therapy to supplement scams, they break down what a...
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Why Unresolved Trauma Makes Us Sick Part 2

November 12, 2025 • 85 mins
Can trauma be resolved in just one session—and are we mistaking emotional overwhelm for mental health progress?In Part 2 of Eric's interview with Dr. Christine Gibson, they dive deep into the evolving landscape of trauma, emotional regulation, and the societal systems that are unintentionally keeping us stuck. From navigating the influence of media-driven fear to redefining what mental resilience looks like in modern times, this co...
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Why Unresolved Trauma Makes Us Sick Part 1

November 5, 2025 • 44 mins
What if the root of chronic illness, anxiety, and burnout isn’t just in your mind — but in your nervous system? In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses how trauma lives in the body, the overlooked science behind healing, and why resolving emotional pain might be the most effective form of healthcare. Joined by Dr. Christine Gibson — trauma therapist, physician, and author of The Modern Trauma Toolkit — they explore why ...
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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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