For The Wild
Society & Culture
About
For The Wild Podcast is an anthology of the Anthropocene; focused on land-based protection, co-liberation and intersectional storytelling rooted in a paradigm shift away from human supremacy, endless growth and consumerism.
Episodes
- FAT OF THE LAND - PRIMI S1:E2
This episode of Fat of the Land delves into human hunger and desire, exploring how these can draw us toward the land. Featuring Jessie and Carlo of Slow Life Family Farm and Mila of Bimbi Naturali, the conversation considers patience, natu…
- FAT OF THE LAND - APERITIVO S1:E1
This episode of Fat of the Land, titled Aperitivo, features Carlo and Jessie from Slow Life Family Farm in Sicily. They explore the history of Noto, Sicily, and the relationship between humans and the land, discussing interdependence as gr…
- Introducing: Fat of The Land
This episode introduces "Fat of The Land," a five-part series exploring complex relationships with land, food, and belonging, stemming from a journey to Italy that challenged initial expectations and offered a deeper understanding of tradi…
- IN THE COMPANY OF HUMPBACKS S1:E3
This episode features Rachel Meade discussing the study of humpback whales with Ayana, questioning traditional biological and conservation goals. It delves into whale communication, particularly whale sound beyond song, and considers how a…
- IN THE COMPANY OF HUMPBACKS S1:E2
This episode features Dr. Fred Sharpe discussing his research on humpback whales, emphasizing the connection between scientific work, awareness, and conservation efforts. The conversation highlights how the pursuit of knowledge is influenc…
- IN THE COMPANY OF HUMPBACKS S1:E1
This episode of For The Wild features Joe Olson and Dr. Fred Sharpe discussing their work analyzing humpback whale sounds and the concept of being in "right relationship" with whales. It touches on the impulse to understand whales and fost…
- Introducing: In the Company of Humpbacks
For The Wild announces "In the Company of Humpbacks," a new audio documentary series. It explores Southeast Alaska through conversations with Fred Sharpe and Joe Olson, recorded at Five Fingers Lighthouse, and features the sounds of whales…
- PLANTS ARE POLITICAL on the Sweetness of Watermelon and Prickly Pear S1:3
In this episode of For The Wild, Aya Gazawi Faour explores plants indigenous to the Palestinian landscape, highlighting their deep ties to culture and resistance. The discussion focuses on the symbolism and history of watermelon and prickl…
- PLANTS ARE POLITICAL on the Flavor of Za'atar S1:2
This episode features Aya Gazawi Faour of Olive Odyssey, discussing Za’atar, an herb central to Palestinian culture and cuisine. Faour explains how foraging bans imposed by Israel impact Palestinians and emphasizes the enduring connection…
- PLANTS ARE POLITICAL on the Lifeway of Olive Trees S1:1
Aya Gazawi Faour discusses how olive trees shape Palestinian life, culture, and resistance, detailing traditions tied to harvesting and the spiritual connection to the land. The conversation highlights the role of Olive Odyssey in supporti…
- ILLUMINATING WORLDVIEWS on The Art That Reclaims Us S1:4
This episode features artists Dr. Aubyn O’Grady and Jackie Olson discussing their collective art project, The Willow Basket Project. They explore how art can connect communities, aid in mining reclamation, and foster regeneration of landsc…
- ILLUMINATING WORLDVIEWS on AI and Courting the Otherwise S1:3
Vanessa Andreotti and Ayana explore living well during the end of modernity, discussing concepts like hospicing modernity and tools such as AI and relationality for moving towards different ways of existing.
- ILLUMINATING WORLDVIEWS on Land, Language, and Love S1:2
X̱ʼunei Lance Twitchell and Guná Jensen discuss Tlingít language revitalization and how reclaiming an ancestral language provides an anti-colonial perspective. The episode also features an excerpt from the film 'The River That Untangles On…
- ILLUMINATING WORLDVIEWS on Emotional Competency S1:1
In this episode of For The Wild, Ayana Young speaks with Dr. Lee Brown and Elder Mark Wedge about emotional competency and self-regulation as essential elements of decolonization. They discuss the concept of a 'colonized heart' and the imp…
- JOANNA MACY on the World as Lover and Self⌠HOMAGE⌡ /371
This rebroadcast episode honors the legacy of Joanna Macy, discussing themes of grief, change, connection, and emotional courage. Macy
- ANDREA GIBSON on the Blessings of the Wound [HOMAGE] /370
This episode rebroadcasts a conversation with Andrea Gibson titled "The Blessings of the Wound," originally aired in September 2023. It addresses fears of death and disconnection, suggesting healing is a return to self and community, and e…
- Stepping Into Wilder Form, 2025
After nearly a decade, For The Wild is shifting focus to in-person, land-based conversations for a new walking series featuring Sophie Strand, and is also producing a book anthology with 20 contributors.
- Earthly Reads: Prentis Hemphill on What It Takes to Heal 1:6
This episode features Prentis Hemphill, author of "What It Takes to Heal," discussing the manifestations of healing in personal and collective lives. It previews a live book study and offers insights into justice, community care, and belon…
- Earthly Reads: Alexis Pauline Gumbs on Survival Is a Promise S1:5
This episode features Alexis Pauline Gumbs discussing her book "Survival Is a Promise: The Eternal Life of Audre Lorde." Gumbs connects Audre Lorde's work to themes of Blackness and the Earth, sharing insights on reciprocity, embodiment, a…
- Earthly Reads: Céline Semaan on A Woman is a School S1:4
In this episode of Earthly Reads, Céline Semaan, founder of Slow Factory, shares stories from her childhood and discusses her work towards justice, exploring themes of faith in crisis, moral conviction against suppression, and learning as…
- Earthly Reads: Marcia Bjornerud on Turning to Stone S1:3
This episode features Marcia Bjornerud discussing her book "Turning to Stone: Discovering the Subtle Wisdom of Rocks" with Ayana. The conversation focuses on geologic time cycles and connecting with the Earth.
- Earthly Reads: Tricia Hersey on WE WILL REST! The Art of Escape S1:2
This episode features Tricia Hersey discussing her book "WE WILL REST! The Art of Escape." Hersey shares insights on embracing life, trusting in mystery, and the value of trying things without fear of failure. She also touches on her proce…
- Earthly Reads: adrienne maree brown on Loving Corrections S1:1
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- The Year Ahead (2025)
For The Wild looks ahead to 2025, emphasizing their commitment to providing meaningful listening experiences and slow learning, especially amidst uncertainty in independent media. The episode discusses plans for new media forms and moments…
- SLOW STUDY ANNOUNCEMENT - We Will Dance With Mountains: Vunja! with Bayo Akomolafe
For The Wild is launching a new Slow Study collaboration with Bayo Akomolafe and The Emergence Network, offering an accessible, self-paced version of the 'We Will Dance With Mountains: Vunja!' course. The program includes eight audio sessi…
- FOR THE WILD on Slow Media
The podcast For The Wild is transitioning to a slow media format, emphasizing resonant content and community. This shift honors past learnings and will feature print, film, long-form series, and events focused on connection, moving at natu…
- DORI MIDNIGHT on Spinning Webs of Support [ENCORE]
This encore episode features Dori Midnight discussing magical and liberatory practices, ancestral Jewish healing traditions, and the necessity of reclaiming Judaism from Zionism for collective liberation. Dori shares insights on interdepen…
- KIMBERLY ANN JOHNSON on Pleasure as Pathway [ENCORE]
This episode rebroadcasts a conversation with Kimberly Ann Johnson, focusing on pleasure as a pathway to healing. They discuss nervous system regulation, reproductive and sexual health, and somatic healing practices.
- SOPHIE STRAND on Myths as Maps [ENCORE]
This encore episode features writer Sophie Strand discussing myths as maps for modernity, relationality, and embracing decay. The conversation touches on the wisdom of the compost heap and what it means to be human through complicated rela…
- MAYA KHOSLA on What the Forest Holds [ENCORE]
This encore episode features poet and scientist Maya Khosla discussing the lessons forests offer on grief, joy, and humanity. Khosla shares expertise on the science of wildfires, encouraging a view of fire as a natural cycle, and highlight…
- ROSS REID How We Talk About What Matters /369
Ross Reid joins Ayana to discuss fostering a deeper connection with nature and inspiring environmental protection through his project "Nerdy About Nature." They explore effective advocacy in the digital age and the importance of education…
- JAROD K. ANDERSON on Reclaiming Limits [ENCORE]
This rebroadcast features Jarod K. Anderson discussing how the human journey is as worthy of love as nature. The episode explores finding purpose and making meaning by telling our own stories, countering societal narratives about worth, an…
- THREE BLACK MEN on the World as Ritual /368
This episode features a conversation recorded in Ghana during the Three Black Men Tour, with participants Bayo Akomolafe, Resmaa Menakem, Orland Bishop, Victoria Santos, and Okhiogbe Omonblanks Omonhinmin. They discuss reimagining response…
- ADRIENNE MAREE BROWN on Pleasure as Birthright [ENCORE] /367
This episode rebroadcasts an interview with adrienne maree brown discussing pleasure as a birthright and its connection to liberation. Brown references Audre Lorde and her own book, Pleasure Activism: The Politics of Feeling Good, explorin…
- ERIK ASSADOURIAN on Dreams of the Long Future /366
Erik Assadourian, director of the Gaian Way, shares insights on a spiritual path of interdependence with Earth, discussing practical applications, degrowth, and building communities of care for a long future.
- MERLIN SHELDRAKE on Embodied Entanglements /365
This episode features biologist Merlin Sheldrake discussing embodied life and our relationship with fungi. He shares how studying fungi has shaped his perspective, emphasizing that life is improvisational and defined by relationships.
- SKY HOPINKA on What We Pass On /364
This episode features Sky Hopinka in conversation with Ayana, discussing art, film, and the intergenerational transmission of stories and emotions. They explore Indigenous identity, the role of art in provoking feeling, and how meaning is…
- Othering and Belonging with Udi Raz, Yasmeen Daher, and Cecilie Surasky
This episode features a conversation from the Othering and Belonging Conference in Berlin, with Udi Raz, Yasmeen Daher, and Cecilie Surasky. Moderated by Cecilie Surasky and introduced by Monica Jiang, the discussion, themed 'Turning Towar…
- SYLVIA V. LINSTEADT on The Motherline /363
Sylvia V. Linsteadt joins For The Wild to discuss the concept of the motherline, exploring matrilineal myth, wisdom, and the veneration of the feminine through stories and myth. The episode touches on patriarchy, religion, and violence, se…
- TYSON YUNKAPORTA on Inviolable Lore /362
Tyson Yunkaporta shares insights on the current state of the world, emphasizing the importance of "Lore" to counter disinformation and imperial narratives. He discusses decolonization, resisting individualism, and applying Indigenous metho…
- LAYLA K. FEGHALI on The Land in Our Bones /361
Returning guest Layla K. Feghali discusses the importance of homeland and taking action against colonial violence, particularly in the context of the genocide in Palestine. The episode emphasizes channeling rage into action and the signifi…
- MOLLY YOUNG BROWN on The Great Turning /360
Ayana speaks with Molly Young Brown about facing global crises with practices like group processing, activism, and relationality. They discuss turning towards a world centered on love and recognizing our deep connection to past and future…
- END OF YEAR UPDATE 2023
This end-of-year update from For The Wild reflects on the past year's work, including over 40 new episodes, and expresses gratitude to the community. The episode features messages from the team, host Ayana's reflections, and information on…
- The Edges in the Middle, VII: Báyò Akómoláfé, Sa’ed Atshan, Cecilie Surasky
This episode features a discussion with Báyò Akómoláfé, Sa’ed Atshan, and Cecilie Surasky on the "Edges in the Middle" series. They explore how honoring grief can lead to reclaiming humanity and finding a path toward belonging, particularl…
- SANDOR ELLIX KATZ on Cultures of Fermentation /359
Sandor Ellix Katz discusses how all life is interdependent, using fermentation as an example of biodiversity and its connection to our environments, tastes, and cultural transitions. Katz, an author and fermentation revivalist, shares wisd…
- BETTY MARTIN on The Language of Consent /358
Betty Martin shares insights on relationality, intimacy, and consent, introducing her framework, "The Wheel of Consent®". The episode explores navigating boundaries, vulnerability, and establishing consent as a fundamental aspect of intera…
- KURT RUSSO on a Prayer of Mourning /357
Kurt Russo shares insights on human relationships with animals, drawing from his experience mourning Tokitae, an orca. The episode touches upon environmental protection of the Salish Sea and Snake River, Indigenous-led conservation efforts…
- ERIN MANNING on the Choreography of Neurodiversity /356
Erin Manning joins For The Wild to discuss the choreography of neurodiversity, challenging systems that enforce neurotypicality, and how these systems dictate value. Manning emphasizes that neurotypicality is a learned system, not an inher…
- CORRINA GOULD on Settler Responsibility and Reciprocity [ENCORE] /355
This episode rebroadcasts a conversation with Corrina Gould, spokesperson for the Confederated Villages of Lisjan/Ohlone. Gould discusses settler responsibility, reciprocity, and land rematriation, addressing colonial violence and the impo…
- FARIHA RÓISÍN on the Courage of Listening to Our Bodies /354
This episode features Fariha Róisín discussing living in a body that has experienced trauma, emphasizing compassion, care, and wild survival. The conversation addresses difficult topics like trauma and abuse with love, while exploring fait…