Episodes

  • Episode 13: Up Close and Personal with Karen and Her Leopard Slugs

    Episode 13: Up Close and Personal with Karen and Her Leopard Slugs
    Dec 17 2024
    In this captivating episode of Resilience Gone Wild, host Jessica Morgenthal launches the Up Close and Personal series, which delves into the profound connections people form with nature. In this premiere episode, Jessica speaks with Karen, who shares her transformative journey of seeing leopard slugs not as pests but as sources of inspiration and creativity. Their unique behaviors and elegant adaptations provide insights into resilience, connection, and the overlooked beauty in life's simple moments. Together, they explore how these slimy yet fascinating creatures can inspire a deeper appreciation for nature's complexity and the lessons it offers for life and relationships.
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    31 mins
  • Episode 12: Lessons in Courage Part 2 with Oliver Dauert, Founder of Wildya.earth

    Episode 12: Lessons in Courage Part 2 with Oliver Dauert, Founder of Wildya.earth
    Dec 10 2024
    In this episode of Resilience Gone Wild, Jessica Morgenthal sits down with Oliver Dauert to explore his inspiring journey from the corporate world to a mission-driven life dedicated to nature and biodiversity. Oliver candidly shares how childhood influences like The Lion King sparked his love for the environment and how the COVID-19 pandemic led him to reassess his career and align it with his values. Together, they delve into the importance of finding balance, financial stability, and courage when pursuing a passion for environmental change.
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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Episode 11: Fearless in the Wild – Lessons in Courage from Honey Badgers Part 1

    Episode 11: Fearless in the Wild – Lessons in Courage from Honey Badgers Part 1
    Dec 3 2024
    In this episode of Resilience Gone Wild, host Jessica Morgenthal explores the fearless world of the honey badger, an animal renowned for its courage, adaptability, and unyielding persistence. Drawing from vivid storytelling and nature’s wisdom, Jessica unpacks the life lessons these remarkable creatures can teach us about resilience and facing life’s challenges head-on. Through captivating anecdotes, she delves into the essence of courage, illustrating how it’s not the absence of fear but the willingness to confront it. Listeners will learn how to cultivate resilience in their own lives by embracing adaptability, taking small courageous steps, and viewing challenges as opportunities for growth. Jessica also shines a spotlight on the importance of conservation efforts to protect honey badgers and their habitats, emphasizing the ripple effect of courage and resilience in building stronger communities.
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    20 mins
  • Episode 10: Thriving Part 2, Metaphor Magic with Lyssa deHart

    Episode 10: Thriving Part 2, Metaphor Magic with Lyssa deHart
    Nov 26 2024
    In this thought-provoking episode of Resilience Gone Wild, host Jessica Morgenthal sits down with Lyssa DeHart, author of StoryJacking: Change Your Inner Dialogue, Transform Your Life, to explore the transformative power of metaphors and the art of deep listening. Together, they uncover how metaphors can act as mental shortcuts, enhance resilience, and deepen our understanding of ourselves and others. From nature-inspired metaphors to the neuroscience behind how metaphors activate different regions of the brain, this episode is a journey into the heart of meaningful conversations and connection. Jessica and Lyssa also discuss the importance of psychological safety and setting goals rooted in feelings and values.
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    56 mins
  • Episode 9: Thriving Part 1 with the Banyan Trees

    Episode 9: Thriving Part 1 with the Banyan Trees
    Nov 19 2024
    In this episode of *Resilience Gone Wild*, host Jessica Morgenthal delves into the remarkable resilience and adaptability of the banyan tree and how it mirrors our own lives. Known for its sprawling branches, extensive root systems, and rich history, the banyan tree serves as a powerful metaphor for building robust support networks and nurturing resilience.
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    17 mins
  • Episode 8: Get Into Flow Part 2 with Best-Selling Author Sy Montgomery

    Episode 8: Get Into Flow Part 2 with Best-Selling Author Sy Montgomery
    Nov 12 2024
    In this conversation, Jessica Morgenthal interviews Sy Montgomery, a prolific author and naturalist, about the power of flow and resilience in our connection with animals and the natural world. They discuss the importance of embracing awe and curiosity, the lessons we can learn from different species, and the transformative impact of deep connections. Sy shares stories of her experiences with sea turtles, hawks, and other creatures, highlighting the beauty and wisdom they offer. The conversation emphasizes the need to let go of control, be vulnerable, and approach life with a sense of wonder and gratitude.
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    35 mins
  • Episode 7: Get Into Flow Part 1 with Laughing Gulls

    Episode 7: Get Into Flow Part 1 with Laughing Gulls
    Nov 5 2024
    Welcome to "Resilience Gone Wild"! In this episode, we explore the beautiful coastal setting of the British Virgin Islands, where Jessica shares a moment of pure flow inspired by the playful Laughing Gulls. Observing their joyful balancing act on buoys, these gulls demonstrate a perfect blend of challenge and skill—a true "sweet spot" that invites us to find our own flow.
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    16 mins
  • Episode 6: Halloween Part 2: Bringing Light Out of the Shadows with Valerie Tovar

    Episode 6: Halloween Part 2: Bringing Light Out of the Shadows with Valerie Tovar
    Oct 22 2024
    In this insightful episode, Jessica Morgenthal sits down with Val Tovar, the Director of Ocean Conservation at Loggerhead Marinelife Center. Val shares her passion for ocean conservation and sheds light on the key threats facing sea turtles and marine life. From fishing and boating interactions to marine debris, Val explains Loggerhead's comprehensive initiatives to tackle these challenges. She also highlights the global connection of ocean currents and how marine debris can travel vast distances, such as octopus traps from West Africa ending up on Florida beaches. Val emphasizes the importance of community-driven conservation efforts, from beach cleanups to educating anglers and boaters on how to protect marine life.
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    54 mins