Wild update: a conversation with Maddy

In today’s episode of the podcast we’re talking all about the festival of Samhain that takes place in just a few days - on October 31st.If you’re not familiar with the Wheel of the Year and would like a little introduction to what it is and how it works, go back to episode 4 of this season of the podcast (all about the Autumn Equinox), as that will give you a brief overview.What do we talk about in this episode?* The origins, traditions and customs of Samhain* The main focus areas and themes of inner work and growth at this time of year* How we can root into a simpler, gentler version of this important festival Get full access to The Seed at thewildacademy.substack.com/subscribe

In today’s episode of the podcast we’re talking about the concept of the wild self, and what it means to think of it in terms of archetypes.What do we talk about in this episode?* What the wild self actually is* A little on the concept of archetypes generally* The twelve archetypes of the wild self, and what they represent* Examples of how you can use archetypal wisdom to help you rewild Get full access to The Seed at thewildacademy.substack.com/subscribe

In today’s episode of the podcast we’re celebrating one year of The Rewilding Yearbook! Next Wednesday (14th October) it will be exactly one year since our first book was published, so we wanted to take some time to pause and reflect on the experience of having our words and ideas out in the world over the last 12 months, and introduce the book and some of our favourite parts of it to anyone who’s yet to discover it.On the actual publication anniversary next week, we’re hosting a special online event to celebrate - Turning the Wheel - where we’ll be combining honouring the book itself with thinking about the idea of the cycle through the year more generally, supporting everyone who attends to look back at their own journey through the past year to to look ahead to the new cycle to come.What do we talk about in this episode?* What The Rewilding Yearbook actually is* What’s happened since the book has been published* Our favourite parts of the book* The benefits of using and following the book, according to our community* A reminder that you can now join our new membership - The Wildhearted Way! Get full access to The Seed at thewildacademy.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of Season 15, we’re diving into the second of our wild updates - a conversation with Eleanor all about what’s going on in her life and work right now. What do we talk about in this episode?* Eleanor’s role at The Wild Academy and what she brings to our partnership* Her work outside the Academy with The Wildheart Press* Why this year especially has been one of change and transformation, and the impact that has had* How wildness has supported these changes* What’s coming up for Eleanor in the next few months, and why things aren’t that clear yet Get full access to The Seed at thewildacademy.substack.com/subscribe

Happy Autumn Equinox, wild ones! In today’s episode we’re rooting into the season, exploring what this festival is, what it means, and how it helps us sink into autumn and prepare for winter beyond.What do we talk about in this episode?* A quick overview of the science behind the Equinox, and discussion of what it actually is* The symbolism and associated themes of the Autumn Equinox* How these themes can guide our life and work throughout autumn* An invitation to join our new membership - The Wildhearted Way! Get full access to The Seed at thewildacademy.substack.com/subscribe

In this third episode of Season 15, we’re diving into the first of our wild updates - a conversation with Maddy all about what’s going on in her life and work right now. It’s been two years since we last shared conversations like this, and if you’d like to listen to Maddy’s last conversation (back in August 2024) you can listen here.What do we talk about in this episode?* Maddy’s role at The Wild Academy and what she brings to our partnership* Her work outside the Academy with Rising Wild* How and why Maddy’s life has unravelled over the past few years, and the impact this has had* How wildness has supported these changes (and also how it hasn’t!)* What’s coming up for Maddy in the next few months and yearsYou can find Maddy’s personal Instagram account here, or send her an email - [email protected] Get full access to The Seed at thewildacademy.substack.com/subscribe

The podcast is back! In this first episode of Season 15, we welcome you back to The Wild Academy, share a bit about upcoming changes and offerings, and reflect on how it feels to ease into autumn after such a fiery and intense summer.What do we talk about in this episode?* Why we took a break, and why summer has been such a lot!* The shift from the fire element to the water element, and why this transition is so needed right now* September’s fresh start energy* What to expect from this season of the podcast* What’s coming up at The Wild Academy this autumn (and beyond) Get full access to The Seed at thewildacademy.substack.com/subscribe

The podcast is back! In this first episode of Season 15, we welcome you back to The Wild Academy, share a bit about upcoming changes and offerings, and reflect on how it feels to ease into autumn after such a fiery and intense summer.What do we talk about in this episode?* Why we took a break, and why summer has been such a lot!* The shift from the fire element to the water element, and why this transition is so needed right now* September’s fresh start energy* What to expect from this season of the podcast* What’s coming up at The Wild Academy this autumn (and beyond) Get full access to The Seed at thewildacademy.substack.com/subscribe

In this week’s episode of Wildheart we chat about the word ‘roam’ - and just like the word itself, we meander through topics and thoughts to explore how and why roaming is so connected to wildness and self exploration. Why have we chosen to talk about the word ‘roam’? * It aligns with the expansiveness of spring * Last week walked about imagination, and ‘roam’ continues this theme in the sense of thinking about freedom and possibility * We’ve just bid farewell to March, which in our Rewilding Wheel framework is a month guided by the archetype of the Wayfarer - a pilgrim, traveller, adventurer - and in this early part of April the Wayfarer’s curious and explorative energy is still lingering What do we talk about? * The implicit link between roaming and similar interpretations of the concept of wildness / being untamed. * Adopting a broad or wide perspective - considering the big picture, interconnection, holistic and ecosystemic thinking. * Why the idea of ‘being lost’ is treated as something so unwanted and uncomfortable by our society. * What roaming might mean in practical terms for you this spring. Get full access to The Seed at thewildacademy.substack.com/subscribe

In this week’s episode of Wildheart we chat about the word ‘roam’ - and just like the word itself, we meander through topics and thoughts to explore how and why roaming is so connected to wildness and self exploration. We’d love to know after you’ve listened, what might it mean for you to roam right now? Let us know in the comments! Why have we chosen to talk about the word ‘roam’? * It aligns with the expansiveness of spring * Last week walked about imagination, and ‘roam’ continues this theme in the sense of thinking about freedom and possibility * We’ve just bid farewell to March, which in our Rewilding Wheel framework is a month guided by the archetype of the Wayfarer - a pilgrim, traveller, adventurer - and in this early part of April the Wayfarer’s curious and explorative energy is still lingering What do we talk about? * The implicit link between roaming and similar interpretations of the concept of wildness / being untamed. * Adopting a broad or wide perspective - considering the big picture, interconnection, holistic and ecosystemic thinking. * Why the idea of ‘being lost’ is treated as something so unwanted and uncomfortable by our society. * What roaming might mean in practical terms for you this spring. Get full access to The Seed at thewildacademy.substack.com/subscribe