The Real Life Club
The Real Life Club
Podcast Description
THE REAL LIFE CLUB: Welcome to The Real Life Club podcast, brought to you by The Wild Times.The Real Life Club is a place for real talk - about nature, business and messy, glorious, real life. We talk about why it's so important for us to have REAL LIFE connection - to each other and to the natural world, filmed (you guessed it) in real life, in beautiful wild locations.It's an argument for why we need real-life connection to other humans, ourselves and nature, especially right now in an age of growing disconnection, AI and screen-time over face to face time.Hosted by Jenny Clark, Founder of The Wild Times.Watch the podcast on Youtube too.THE WILD TIMES: The Wild Times are extraordinary experiences to help you re-wild, explore, become more grounded and restored.We love to bring people from all walks of life together for our yoga and adventure retreats in unique, incredible natural places to have fun, relax and challenge themselves and leave smiling, often salty, windswept and a little bit more wild. We also run 'The Wild Teams' - completely bespoke away days and retreats for your team or business.Find The Wild Times yoga & adventure retreats at www.thewildtimes.co and Instagram @thewildtimesco Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Content Themes
The podcast centers on themes of reconnecting with nature, the importance of real-life connections, and mindfulness. Specific episodes explore topics like tree climbing as a means to connect with nature, the significance of ecosystems, and techniques for enhancing communication with oneself and the natural world. For instance, an episode with Syd Howell delves into non-verbal communication through tree climbing and the spiritual experiences one can have while immersed in nature.
THE REAL LIFE CLUB:
Welcome to The Real Life Club podcast, brought to you by The Wild Times.
The Real Life Club is a place for real talk – about nature, business and messy, glorious, real life. We talk about why it’s so important for us to have REAL LIFE connection – to each other and to the natural world, filmed (you guessed it) in real life, in beautiful wild locations.
It’s an argument for why we need real-life connection to other humans, ourselves and nature, especially right now in an age of growing disconnection, AI and screen-time over face to face time.
Hosted by Jenny Clark, Founder of The Wild Times.
Watch the podcast on Youtube too.
THE WILD TIMES:
The Wild Times are extraordinary experiences to help you re-wild, explore, become more grounded and restored.
We love to bring people from all walks of life together for our yoga and adventure retreats in unique, incredible natural places to have fun, relax and challenge themselves and leave smiling, often salty, windswept and a little bit more wild. We also run ‘The Wild Teams’ – completely bespoke away days and retreats for your team or business.
Find The Wild Times yoga & adventure retreats at www.thewildtimes.co and Instagram @thewildtimesco
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Syd Howell is a passionate advocate for reconnecting people with nature, especially through the ancient art of tree climbing. As the founder of Social Tree Climbers, Syd combines play, communication and nature immersion to help individuals forge meaningful relationships with both trees and each other. Syd’s unique approach highlights the power of non-verbal communication, emphasising that 80% of what we communicate happens beyond words. He describes his work as “human WiFi,” bringing people together by teaching them to communicate not just with each other, but with nature itself.
In this episode, we discuss the philosophy behind Social Tree Climbers, and Syd shares how climbing trees can be a deeply spiritual experience. There’s something magical, even timeless, about being high up in the branches which allows you to lose track of time and reconnect with yourself. Syd recounts how climbing trees is not just a physical act, but a way to bring people into a space of mindfulness and connection.
Syd also talks about his personal journey into tree climbing, from learning the technical skills to the emotional and spiritual elements that keep him climbing. The experience of being in nature, particularly among ancient trees like those in California or the majestic beech trees of the New Forest, is not just about adventure; it’s about becoming part of an ecosystem that exists on a completely different timeframe than us. Syd believes that when we spend time in nature, we tap into a wisdom that trees hold – one that can’t be accessed through screens or technology.
From stories of the world’s tallest tree, Hyperion, to moments like granola bars being delivered by drone, Syd reminds us that while not all trees are meant to be climbed, every tree offers an opportunity for connection. Whether it’s through making beech gin or learning about the wood wide web – the underground mycelium network through which trees communicate – Syd believes that learning about nature helps us connect more deeply with ourselves and others.
This is an exploration of how to live in sync with nature, and how nature itself can teach us about patience, communication and connection. Syd shares his thoughts on why it’s more important than ever to reconnect with the natural world, and how trees can help us remember our common humanity.
TOPICS COVERED
- The magic of Social Tree Climbers and the importance of play
- Non-verbal communication and connecting with trees
- The spiritual experience of being in nature
- Ancient trees, ecosystems and the wisdom of nature
- Techniques of tree climbing and Syd’s journey into it
- The wood wide web and the hidden communication between trees
- Why reconnecting with nature is crucial for our well-being
- Finding commonality and unity through nature
- Practical tips for those wanting to reconnect with the natural world
The Wild Times
https://www.thewildtimes.co/
https://www.youtube.com/@thewildtimesco
https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-wild-times/
https://www.instagram.com/thewildtimesco/
Social Tree Climbers
https://www.socialtreeclimbers.co.uk/
https://www.instagram.com/socialtreeclimbers/
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