Original Being
Original Being
Podcast Description
Original Being is a podcast that delves into the timeless wisdom of ancient practices and ways of living. From holistic health and wellness to survival techniques, homesteading, and primitive skills, this show explores the knowledge our ancestors used to thrive. Hosted by Jillian Erice, a functional Physician Associate and homesteading mother of three, each episode offers insights, experiences, and conversations with experts and everyday people who embrace a hands-on, self-sufficient lifestyle.
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The podcast covers various topics related to holistic health, survival techniques, homesteading, and primitive skills, with episodes featuring discussions on natural hide tanning, healing through diet, and the importance of mental health in creative pursuits. For example, Episode 4 centers on sustainable living and hide tanning with Coleen Butler, while Episode 3 explores the relationship between nutrition and Crohn's disease with musician Sam V. Perry.
Original Being is a podcast that delves into the timeless wisdom of ancient practices and ways of living. From holistic health and wellness to survival techniques, homesteading, and primitive skills, this show explores the knowledge our ancestors used to thrive. Hosted by Jillian Erice, a functional Physician Associate and homesteading mother of three, each episode offers insights, experiences, and conversations with experts and everyday people who embrace a hands-on, self-sufficient lifestyle.
In this conversation, Jillian Erice interviews Cheeny Plante, a former USAF SERE Specialist and wilderness survival instructor. Cheeny shares her journey from joining the Air Force to becoming a SERE instructor, detailing the rigorous training and selection process. She discusses the challenges of survival training in various biomes, particularly the tropics, and shares valuable fire-starting techniques for wet conditions.
Cheeny recounts her unexpected journey to appearing on the reality show Naked and Afraid, including the casting process and her preparation for the show. In this conversation, Cheeny shares her transformative experiences on the reality show Naked and Afraid, discussing the profound impact of reconnecting with nature, the challenges of solitude, and the importance of community and shared experiences in survival situations.
Cheeny discusses the dynamics of teamwork in survival situations, emphasizing the importance of mental toughness and a positive mindset. Cheeny also reflects on the significance of doing hard things to build character and resilience, and how she incorporates survival skills into her daily life. The discussion concludes with insights on the impact of social media on mental health and the importance of maintaining personal connections.
Cheeny’s Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/cheeny_no_pants
Original Being Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/originalbeingpodcast
Intro/Outro Music by Sam V. Perry: http://www.instagram.com/sam_v_perry
Watch Full Video Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@OriginalBeing
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