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The Wild Minds Podcast

The Outdoor Teacher
Outdoor Learning
Nature-Based Therapy
Forest School
Education Curriculum
Mental Health
Government Education Policies
Emotional Health
Biodiversity
Children's Agency
Student Well-Being
Teaching Methods
Special Educational Needs
Play-Based Learning
Conservation
Land Ownership
Right To Roam
Nightingale Population
Natural Health System
National Health System
Eco-Anxiety

What if wild, not domesticated, should be our normal instead of factory-farmed lives? What if you could cultivate fulfilling lives and contribute to a healthy natural world? The Wild Minds podcast is brought to you by me, Marina Robb, an author, entrepreneur, Forest School and Nature-based Trainer and Consultant, and pioneer in developing Green programmes for the Mental Health service in the UK. I... more

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My guest today is Suzanne Welch, Education Partnership Manager at the RSPB, the UK’s largest nature conservation charity with over a million members, and in this episode she explores what it would mean to make nature a right in education and why it’s... more

In this closing episode of Season 9, I’m exploring something that feels urgent in our times: the difference between education and learning.

Education is often about systems, metrics, and tests — but learning is about life itself. It happens in fore... more

In this episode of the Wild Minds Podcast, I’m in conversation with Mac Macartney, a storyteller, leader, and founder of Embercombe, exploring what it means to live and lead in service to life.

In this far-reaching conversation, we explore The Child... more

In this episode of Wild Minds, I'm exploring what it’s like to have big questions that don’t always fit into your job title. Whether you’re a teacher, therapist, or just someone who feels things deeply, this conversation is about the risk, and import... more

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Suzanne Welch
Education Partnership Manager at the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds
Royal Society for the Protection of Birds
Episode: Making Nature a Right in Education with Suzanne Welch
Pam Montgomery
Practicing herbalist, international teacher, author, and plant spirit healer.
Episode: Beyond the Five Senses: A Model for Plant Communication with Pam Montgomery
Joseph Bharat Cornell
Renowned author, educator, naturalist and pioneer in the field of nature connection
Episode: Sharing Nature and the Power of Deep Play with Joseph Bharat Cornell
Marianne Heginworth
Therapist, ceremonialist, somatic practitioner, and guide in imaginal and archetypal landscapes.
Episode: Living the Cycle: Nature, Will & the Full Spectrum of Being Human
Looby Macnamara
Visionary thought leader, author and co-founder of the global Cultural Emergence Movement.
Applewood Permaculture Center
Episode: Cultural Emergence and Permaculture with Looby Macnamara
John Seed
One of the most influential voices in deep ecology, formerly an IBM systems engineer, now a filmmaker, sculptor, and conservation activist.
Founder of the Rainforest Information Center
Episode: Deep Ecology & the Healing of Separation with John Seed
Jon Young
Pioneering researcher, mentor, naturalist, wildlife tracker, author, storyteller and leader in deep nature and people connection.
Episode: Deep Nature Connection & The Sacred Attributes with Jon Young
John Young
An expert in nature connection, author of several books about birds and nature experiences
Episode: The Ecological Self
Sam Lee
Renowned folk singer, Mercury Prize nominated and BBC Folk Award winning singer, passionate conservationist, activist, author of The Nightingale.
Episode: Singing with Nightingales: Folk Songs & The Wild with Sam Lee

Host

Marina Robb
Host and producer with expertise in education and mental health, Marina Robb's work focuses on integrating nature into personal development and educational frameworks. She leads initiatives in nature-based training and promotes holistic approaches to learning and emotional well-being.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • Inspiring and insightful

    This is a great podcast. Thoughtful, humane and inspiring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Professor Braveheart
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Excellent 🌱

    I love Marinas podcasts, her natural and engaging way, her openness and curiosity, in addition to the great guests that she invites!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dawn DawnDawn
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Wild minds

    Marina is so inspirational, and allows thoughts and ideas to flow into you. Exciting you to explore new perspectives to share with both colleagues and the young minds, we are inspiring for the future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunny& bright
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • I could listen to these ideas every day!

    I have really enjoyed all of your episodes so much!! Thank you for the important and meaningful work that you do. Please continue your incredible offerings of love for our earth and those that inhabit her.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    this game is somtimes anoying
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent 🌱

    Marina has a totally natural way of being herself and of being in conversation with others,and I love her enthusiasm, her curiosity, the way she draws out of people, and the fantastic, inspiring changemakers she interviews!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dawn DawnDawn
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the blend of personal insight and expert knowledge, which provides a rich learning experience.
The host's curiosity and openness are frequently praised, making for an engaging and relatable listening experience.
Audience members note the podcast's ability to connect complex themes in education and mental health to natural surroundings, prompting personal and community reflection.
Many listeners leave affirming feedback about the practical insights and actionable approaches discussed in various episodes.
The discussions are consistently highlighted as thought-provoking and inspiring, encouraging listeners to engage with nature and themselves more deeply.

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Making Nature a Right in Education with Suzanne Welch
Q: What gives you hope if you do have hope?
Hope is crucial for engaging young people and is tied to their mental health. There is more youth voice in conversations now than ever before, and young people are creating networks and participating in governance.
Sharing Nature and the Power of Deep Play with Joseph Bharat Cornell
Q: How do nature activities influence our mental health?
Nature activities can focus attention and help individuals experience stillness, which fosters a deeper relationship with the natural world, beneficial for mental health.
Deep Ecology & the Healing of Separation with John Seed
Q: How can individuals find their way back to a deeper connection with nature?
Seek out nature, join or create community groups focused on deep ecology, and engage in practices like the Council of All Beings that foster this connection.
Deep Ecology & the Healing of Separation with John Seed
Q: How do we change our consciousness for better environmental engagement?
Changing our consciousness involves moving from a social identity to an ecological identity, reconnecting deeply with nature and honoring our shared grief and joy in the human experience.
Bringing the Outdoors into Mainstream Education with Linda Dupret
Q: What barriers have you encountered in integrating outdoor learning?
She identifies lack of space, workload pressure on teachers, and inadequate training as significant barriers to implementing outdoor learning programs.

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What is The Wild Minds Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on the intersection between personal development, mental health, education, and nature connection, advocating for a shift towards more authentic, experiential learning and living. Highlighting themes of deep nature connection, emotional literacy, and holistic educational practices, discussions often include insights on how nature can foster mental well-being and self-awareness. The show provides a platform for thought leaders in nature-based education, emotional health, and sustainable living, creating a space for listeners to explore their relationship with the natural world and their inner selves. Noteworthy is the emphasis on personal growth through practical engagement with nature, making it particularly appealing to... more

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1. Suzanne Welch
2. Pam Montgomery
3. Joseph Bharat Cornell
4. Marianne Heginworth
5. Looby Macnamara
6. John Seed
7. Jon Young
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