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Wild By Nature: Stories of Human Connection To The Wild

Vian Sharif
Nature
Forest Bathing
Belonging
Outdoor Afro
Mental Health
Creativity
United Kingdom
Circular Bioeconomy Alliance
Stress Reduction
Relational Forest Therapy
Nature Swagger
Community
Birds
Fin-Earth
Attention Restoration Theory
Wellbeing
Japan
Ancient Woodlands
Rue Mapp
Deep Birding

Wild By Nature is a podcast exploring how the natural world shapes our mental health, creativity, identity, wellbeing, leadership, and human connection. In a world that rarely slows down, many of us feel disconnected — from nature, from community, and from ourselves. Through thoughtful conversations and deeply human storytelling, Wild By Nature brings together scientists, environmental thinkers, a... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes9Founded4 months ago
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Latest Episodes

What if the biggest breakthrough for nature isn't a new technology—but a better conversation?

In this episode of Wild By Nature, Dr. Vian Sharif speaks with Serena Oppenheim, founder of Fin-Erth, about why trust, relationships, and meaningful human... more

What if the greatest gift in modern life isn't productivity, efficiency, or technology—but attention?

In this episode of Wild by Nature, Dr. Vian Sharif sits down with environmental writer, educator, and author John Farnsworth to explore the transf... more

In a world facing rising loneliness, division, and disconnection, where do we find belonging?

In this episode of Wild by Nature, host Vian Sharif sits down with author, activist, and Outdoor Afro founder Rue Mapp to explore how nature can become on... more

What happens when we stop rushing through nature—and finally allow ourselves to truly experience it?

In this episode of Wild by Nature, Dr. Vian Sharif speaks with renowned forest therapy guide and author Amos Clifford, founder of the Association o... more

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Recent Guests

Serena Oppenheim
Co-founder of Fin-Earth
Fin-Earth
Episode: Building Trust to Heal Nature with Serena Oppenheim
John Farnsworth
Environmental writer, educator, and author
Environmental writer and educator
Episode: What Birds Can Teach Us About Attention, Wonder and Living with John Farnsworth
Rue Mapp
Founder and CEO of Outdoor Afro
Outdoor Afro
Episode: Finding Belonging in Nature with Rue Mapp
Amos Clifford
Pioneer in guiding people into a deeper relationship with the natural world; founder of the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy; author
Academy of Nature and Forest Therapies / Association of Nature and Forest Therapy
Episode: Forest Therapy, Stress Reduction & Human Connection with Amos Clifford (Ep 5)
Marc Palahi
Chief Executive of the Circular Bioeconomy Alliance; Chief Nature Officer at Lombard Odier
Circular Bioeconomy Alliance; Lombard Odier
Episode: Why Nature Is the Foundation of Our Economy with Marc Palahí - Special London Climate Action Week Episode (Ep. 4)
Jenna Nicholas
Investor focused on aligning capital with nature and society
Investor; author of The Enlightened Bottom Line
Episode: Reconnect With Nature & Purpose: The Enlightened Bottom Line with Jenna Nicholas
Gary Evans
Co-author of The Healing Power of Trees; Co-founder of The Forest Bathing Institute
The Forest Bathing Institute
Episode: Nature As Medicine: The Science of Forest Bathing with Gary Evans (Ep. 02)
Marc G. Berman
Leading environmental neuroscientist, chair of psychology at University of Chicago, author
University of Chicago / Environmental Neuroscience Lab
Episode: Why Your Brain Needs Nature with Dr. Marc Berman (Ep. 01)

Host

Vian Sharif
Host of Wild By Nature, storyteller and thought leader focused on nature's influence on mental health, creativity, leadership, and human connection.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
  • Inspiring

    How appropriate in this troubled world to hear such a powerful message , highlighting our connections with nature.

    Apple Podcasts
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    PuffinLizzie
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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The conversations are often described as thoughtful, calm, and uplifting, with emphasis on belonging and well-being.
The podcast is praised for translating science and storytelling into accessible guidance for personal and organizational growth.
Listeners describe the show as grounding and human-centered, with a focus on nature as a source of healing and insight.
Guests are portrayed as credible and relatable, offering practical takeaways for everyday life and work.

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#4
Spain/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#86
Finland/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#86
Spain/Science
Apple Podcasts
#235
Belgium/Science/Nature

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What Birds Can Teach Us About Attention, Wonder and Living with John Farnsworth
Q: How has the practice affected your view of certainty and learning?
The practice has pushed me to embrace uncertainty, to acknowledge what we don't know, and to use observation as a pathway to story-telling and interpretation rather than merely cataloging.
What Birds Can Teach Us About Attention, Wonder and Living with John Farnsworth
Q: What is deep birding, and how does it differ from traditional bird watching?
Deep birding moves beyond counting species to exploring behavior, ecology, and relationships, inviting a deeper engagement with what the birds reveal about attention and our place in the ecosystem.
Forest Therapy, Stress Reduction & Human Connection with Amos Clifford (Ep 5)
Q: Amos, for people hearing this for the first time, what exactly is forest bathing and where did it come from?
Forest bathing is a simple practice of entering a forest or natural environment unhurried, leaving goals behind, and immersing the senses in the forest's ambiance; its origins trace to Japan in the 1980s as shin-nin-yoku, with global uptake and supporting evidence across cultures about reducing stress and benefiting wellbeing.
Why Nature Is the Foundation of Our Economy with Marc Palahí - Special London Climate Action Week Episode (Ep. 4)
Q: Tell us more about the divergence you observed between economic practices and natural ecosystems.
Marc explains that for 200 years the economy has operated extractively, linear, and fossil-fueled, which has pushed us beyond planetary boundaries; the shift is toward circular bioeconomy principles that value nature as essential capital and infrastructure.
Reconnect With Nature & Purpose: The Enlightened Bottom Line with Jenna Nicholas
Q: What practical shifts can organizations adopt to integrate nature into their strategy?
Adopt regenerative ownership models, mindfulness and debiasing techniques in decision processes, and create structures that keep nature as a core consideration in strategy and operations, not an afterthought.

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Wild By Nature explores how the natural world shapes mental health, creativity, leadership, and human connection through thoughtful conversations with scientists, thinkers, and practitioners. Episodes thread together science, storytelling, and practical guidance to help listeners reconnect with nature, slow down, and apply nature-inspired insights to personal well-being, work, and community. Notable strengths include a holistic approach to ecology, psychology, and culture, plus a focus on real-world applications like leadership, mindfulness, and healing through nature, making it a compelling listen for anyone seeking meaning, resilience, and belonging in a fast-paced world.

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