Playful Nature Podcast by WildStrong

WildStrong

Physical Literacy

Osteoporosis

Exercise Oncology

Body Image

Strength Training

Parkour

GMB Fitness

Blaze Trails CIC

Fitness Industry

Pain

Biopsychosocial Model

Scotland

Chiropractors and Physiotherapists

Oncology

Play Folke

Trauma-Informed Practice

Accessibility

Move Connect Think Feel Framework

Thrive Principles

Nocebo

A Podcast that explores connection through movement, nature & community, with Gill Erskine & Andrew Telfer from WildStrong. A mix of discussions on questions that come up a lot during our movement courses and classes and some long form chats with people we admire. Music by our long time supporter, Mary Erskine @meforqueen 🌐 www.wildstrong.co

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	48	Founded	2 years ago
Number of Listeners		Category	Health & Fitness

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#48. Erin Eleu. We Stay Active When We Stay Connected

Movement is about far more than muscles, mobility or exercise programmes. At its best, it helps people build confidence, connection and a greater sense of belonging.

In this returning conversation, Andrew sits down once again with Erin Eleu, founder... more

5 Jul 2026 • 57 min • Most popular

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#47 Gill & Andrew. The Body Image Industry

It's one of the questions we're asked most often, especially around our strength courses. Will I lose weight? Will I tone up? Will this change my body?

In this episode, Andrew and I go for a walk and talk through the many reasons why we deliberately... more

25 Jun 2026 • 46 min

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#46. Dr Nikita Rowley. The Gap Between Knowing & Doing

Why do so many of us struggle to become more active when we already know exercise is good for us?

In this episode, Andrew speaks with Dr Nikita Rowley, Chartered Psychologist and researcher at Coventry University, about the psychology of behaviour c... more

19 Jun 2026 • 1 hr 1 min

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#45. Dr Sarah Court. Fear, Fitness & the Optimisation Trap

In this episode of the Playful Nature Podcast, Andrew is joined by Dr Sarah Court, physical therapist, co-founder of Movement Logic, and co-host of the Movement Logic podcast.

Together they explore the modern fitness and wellness landscape, particul... more

27 May 2026 • 1 hr 2 min

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Recent Guests

Dr. Nikita Rowley

Chartered Psychologist; Coventry University Course Director for Sport and Exercise Psychology; researcher in physical activity and health behavior change

Coventry University

Episode: #46. Dr Nikita Rowley. The Gap Between Knowing & Doing

Sarah Court

Physiotherapist, co-owner of Movement Logic

Movement Logic

Episode: #45. Dr Sarah Court. Fear, Fitness & the Optimisation Trap

Graham Tuttle

The Barefoot Sprinter, strength and conditioning coach

The Barefoot Sprinter / personal brand

Episode: #44. Graham Tuttle. Building capabilities over optimisation

Laurel Beversdorf

Certified strength conditioning specialist and yoga instructor, Movement Logic

Movement Logic

Episode: # 42. Laurel Beversdorf. Fear sells; How the fitness industry limits agency

Dr. Ciaran Fairman

Assistant Professor of Exercise Science; director of a research lab focusing on exercise, nutrition, and cancer treatments

University-based exercise science program

Episode: #41. Dr. Ciaran Fairman. Anchoring strength training in the real world.

Katy O'Neill Gutierrez

Founder of Blaze Trails CIC

Blaze Trails CIC

Episode: #40. Dr Katy Gutierrez. The power of walking together.

Dan Edwards

Movement coach, Parkour Generations, longtime contributor and thinker

Parkour Generations

Episode: #38. Dan Edwardes. How to let the environment be the teacher.

Gareth Williams

Primary skill PE teacher; founder of Play Folke

Play Folke

Episode: #36. Gareth Williams. Belonging before performance.

Becky Dunphy

Physiotherapist by background; PhD student focusing on barriers to physical activity and strength training in post-menopausal women

NHS; University of Dundee (PhD)

Episode: #35. Becky Dunphy. Learning to trust your body

Hosts

Gill Erskine

Host of the show, co-creator of foundational movement frameworks, with a focus on accessible, community-centered movement.

Andrew Telfer

Co-host and discussion facilitator, shaping movement conversations with a systems-minded, community-focused lens.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings

So insightful!
This podcast is opening up a whole new world to me. I am starting to realize movement is much more than I thought it was, and that it can be playful and joyful. It’s a big breath of fresh air. Also I do enjoy the reflections on movement seen through a social lens. I am going through all the episodes with much curiosity. Particularly enjoyed the talk with Katy Bowman recently! Thanks to Gill, Andrew, and their guests for giving us so much. *****
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CCMarianne
Canada3 months ago
Thank you for these conversations!
Thank you, Gill and Andrew, for this podcast - I love it so much!! As a movement specialist in Canada, I find it so hard to guide people effectively in this world of quick-fixes, comparison and digitization. Thank you for having the conversations and providing the real-world evidence that remind us what’s important - moving naturally with a community. I’m so inspired by you - thank you!!
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5
MtnLifeMvmt
Canada4 months ago
A treasure trove of information
Loving these podcasts. I’m working my way slowly through them trying to absorb as much as possible. Highly recommend
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5
lolabb77
United Kingdom6 months ago
Brilliant podcast that stays with you, very thoughtful
LOVED the Cormac Russell Episode, then I worked back through a few of them. The one is with Eugene Minogue is excellent too. What a pleasure to listen to, thank you!
Apple Podcasts
5
Mel 821
United Kingdoma year ago

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Strong emphasis on community and accessibility resonates with listeners

High-quality conversations that challenge mainstream fitness narratives

Grounded, practical movement content that connects fitness to life

Guests bring real-world expertise and evidence-based insights

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#23. Dr William Bird. Creating Health Through People, Place and Purpose

Q: In your own words, who are you and how did you get here?

Bird explains his career trajectory from GP to advocating for physical activity through Health Walks, Green Gym, and Beat the Street, emphasizing environmental context and social prescribing as central to health creation.

#22. Todd Hargrove. Reclaiming Lost Movement Territory

Q: What made you decide to publish your upcoming book in a Substack format rather than traditional publishing?

The serial format allows ongoing dialogue and iteration with readers, keeping the ideas alive and adaptable as movement science and practice evolve, which fits the evolutionary lens the book presents.

#22. Todd Hargrove. Reclaiming Lost Movement Territory

Q: You talk a lot about ecological dynamics and affordances. How do these ideas translate into practical movement coaching or program design?

Focus on shaping environments that invite natural movements, recognize individual differences, and avoid forcing a single pattern; use open-ended tasks and space that encourages exploration while watching for safety and motivation.

#22. Todd Hargrove. Reclaiming Lost Movement Territory

Q: So Todd, how did Feldenkrais and Rolfing shape the way you view movement and how you teach it today?

They introduced a mental model where movement is guided by self-discovery, environment, and awareness rather than rigid prescriptions, which informs my emphasis on exploration, gentle guidance, and the importance of context in learning.

#26. Dr Katie Rose Hejtmanek. When Fitness Becomes a Moral Audit

Q: How do you reconcile CrossFit's emphasis on data and measurement with the broader human experience of wellness?

Measurement provides a framework for improvement but can become a moral audit when it implies that worth or virtue is tied to numeric progress. The key is to recognize the historical and ideological roots of these metrics and to balance individual goals with broader health and social outcomes.

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4. Laurel Beversdorf
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