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A Wilder Life with Eric Edmeades

A Wilder Life is a transformative podcast hosted by Eric Edmeades, delving into evolutionary mismatch theory and The Evolution Gap. Each episode examines the widening disconnect between our ancestral roots and modern society—gaps that contribute to rising levels of depression, anxiety, addiction, an...

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Nov. 25, 2025

Why You Still Feel Sick After Doing Everything Right

If you've ever felt like you're doing all the right things for your health but still feel off, this episode will help you discover why — and what to do about it. In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses how physical h...
Nov. 18, 2025

How to Live Longer Without Falling for Health Scams

Confused by the flood of biohacking advice, TRT hype, and supplement marketing? This episode separates fact from fiction and shows you how to optimize your health without falling for the noise. In this episode of A Wilder Lif...
Nov. 11, 2025

Why Unresolved Trauma Makes Us Sick Part 2

Can trauma be resolved in just one session—and are we mistaking emotional overwhelm for mental health progress? In Part 2 of Eric's interview with Dr. Christine Gibson, they dive deep into the evolving landscape of trauma, em...
Nov. 4, 2025

Why Unresolved Trauma Makes Us Sick Part 1

What if the root of chronic illness, anxiety, and burnout isn’t just in your mind — but in your nervous system? In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses how trauma lives in the body, the overlooked science behind heal...
Oct. 28, 2025

Modern Suffering Meets Ancient Wisdom

What if happiness in the modern world requires remembering ancient truths? In this episode of A Wilder Life , Eric Edmeades sits down with longtime friend and Shift Network founder Stephen Dinan to explore why so many people ...
Oct. 21, 2025

Why "I'm Fine" Is a Lie: The Hidden Cost of People Pleasing

Think you’re holding it all together? What if “I’m fine” is actually the biggest red flag? In this episode of A Wilder Life , Eric discusses how high-achievers often mask emotional exhaustion with over-functioning, how unreso...