The Wild Dispatch

Today is the final edition in our Ejler trilogy... This episode we roll up our sleeves and delve into the homestead-building, monster-fishing, county fair-beating part of this story sandwich. If you missed the previous couple of episodes featuring Ejler, then we highly recommend you hit pause and start the adventure from the beginning, you won't want to skip it. If you'd like to see some pics and...

Today we're crawling out from last week's peyote induced stupor, and continuing the wild adventure that is the life of Ejler. If you missed the first episode then definitely give it a listen before circling back to this second episode. We've already heard some fantastic stories — and there’s plenty more to come. If you'd like to see some pics and videos from our conversation — check out @thewilddi...

In this episode we introduce a new guest: Ejler Hjorth-Westh is a true student of the wild. Originally from a farming island in Denmark, Ejler now lives out on a homestead a few miles away from the town of Elk, Northern California. In this episode Ejler takes us back to his early years, where his obsession with a wild-lifestyle began, and his outdoor adventures nudged him into the man he is today....

Our guest today is Bailey Sonora — from the deserts of Arizona to the wilds of Washington, Bailey has been close to nature for as long as she can remember. In this episode we hear her story, we experience the many different landscapes of her life and hear about the people who've shaped her journey most. She's also been kind enough to share some of the skills and wisdom she's learned along the way....

In the fist episode of 2024 Robin and Cayden Marquis reflect on their adventures over the past year. They cover blacktails, mountain lions, turkeys, bears, warthogs and other African plains game animals, the fallow deer rut... even a breed of mountain zebra from the wilds of Namibia plus the hijacking of it's hind-quarters shortly after. Link to my episode on The Hunting Stories Podcast here -----...

In this episode Robin and previous guest Cayden Marquis   take a break between outdoor adventures to record a quick message for the holiday break. From guests, to listeners, to the folks who’ve lent a nugget or two of wisdom on this project — thank you for being part of this podcast. Fingers crossed everyone’s enjoying a delicious foraged-fished-hunted-home grown meal with the people they care abo...

In this episode Robin picks the brains of Dr. Preston Ward - A physical therapist for team USA Archery and founder of his own practice based out of Utah. Preston also happened to start bow-hunting because of an administrative error... It's probably safe to say he had no idea he'd go on to successfully harvest a bison with a well-placed arrow. Whether it's chasing animals, or treating people all ov...

In this episode we dig deep through the duff of Billy Sprague's mushroom-shaped mind. From the fruiting sequences of NorCal's most popular fungi, to understanding micro-climates and their impact — Billy shares many observations he's earned through his years spent picking in the woods. Thanks again Billy for the treasure chest of information! You can find Billy on Instagram Check out his amazing mu...

Today Robin catches up with Cayden Marquis — A bowhunter from the city of Cape Town, SA. In this episode we hear what it’s like growing up in South Africa: the highs and lows of learning to hunt with a bow, and how his skills in the bush inspired his full free-range carnivore diet. Thanks again to Cayden for jumping on the show! You can follow what Cayden’s up to on Instagram ----------------- Sub...

Our guest today is Joel van der Loon — A man who has learned exactly what it takes to survive and thrive in a smorgasbord of different wild places. Growing up in both South Africa and Tanzania, it was through his adventures out in the bush, under the watchful eye of the Maasai, that his wild skills really began to develop. Joel has wrestled snakes,  sailed oceans, and tracked a moose worth 1 milli...

Our guest today is Billy Sprague — A self taught mushroom hunting savant from the misty coastline of Northern California. In this episode we hear Billy's story, how he fell in love with all things mushroom, and learn the best tools to get started yourself.  We also dig up a few insights into the way he observes the natural world around him - and what that means for mushrooms, no matter the time of...

Our guest today is Candace Lewis . A phenom with a butchers knife — In this episode she shares her story, breaking down the twists and turns that led to her job at one of the best butcher shops in the San Francisco area. She also shares a bunch of tips and tricks: What to do, and more importantly what not to do when you get an animal on the ground. You can find Candace on Instagram and contact her...

In this episode Robin catches up with Fred Hammer — a bow-hunter & guide from South Africa. Fred shares his story: Growing up in South Africa, shooting birds near the flight zone of Johannesburg's largest airport, being sent to school to teach manners, shooting giant warthogs, learning hard lessons from the local wildlife, making the most successful bow-hunter in Africa his mentor, and why Fre...

In this episode I give the quick who-what-why of my brand new podcast. Join me on a three minute journey as I describe where I've come from, and where I'm heading with The Wild Dispatch. Episode 1 arriving soon!  Hosted by Robin Warman. Follow @thewilddispatch on Instagram, Tik Tok, YouTube, anywhere you find your most delectable content.   ----------------- Subscribe to this podcast so you're alw...