Wildly Unplug
Escape the Hustle. Wildly Unplug helps you break free from the chaos and reconnect with nature and yourself. Host Lauren Connolly—artist and naturalist—shares inspiring stories and actionable tips for embracing mindfulness, outdoor adventures, and intentional living. Each episode features guests like biologists, adventurers, and creatives, offering unique ways to find balance through nature. Tune in discover what develops when you get outside & unplug!
Episodes
73 episodes
Wildly Honest: Rejection, Resilience, & How to Self-Publish Your Book!
Hey nature lovers – Lauren here, and today’s podcast is a little different. I want to take you behind the scenes of one of the most personal, emotional chapters of my creative journey so far.This is the story of how I wrote a book, poure...
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Episode 64
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17:18
Wildly Unplug Book Teaser!
📖 Wildly Unplug Is Almost Here – A Sneak Peek into the Book That Started It AllWelcome back, Explorers, to Wildly Unplug – the podcast where we breathe deep, slow down, and reconnect with what really matters: nature, crea...
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Episode 63
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18:18
So You Want to Start a Podcast?
Hey there, wild ones—and welcome back to Wildly Unplug, the podcast where we trade burnout for beauty, hustle for healing, and discover ourselves again through nature, art, and adventure.So… you’re thinking podcasting might be f...
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Episode 62
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20:44
In Essence You Are Beautiful
Welcome back to Wildly Unplug—where we share stories of nature, creativity, and conservation, and discover what unfolds when you step outside and reconnect with your inner wild. In today’s episode, I had the joy of speaking with Steffi...
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Episode 61
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29:48
Grounded in Maine
Welcome back to Wildly Unplug, where we share stories of nature, conservation, and creativity—and explore what develops when we unplug and step outside.Today, I’m thrilled to introduce fellow podcaster Amy, creator and ho...
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Episode 60
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30:10
Journaling Nature's Journey
Welcome back to Wildly Unplug—where we share stories of nature, art, and conservation. Today, I’m excited to give you a behind-the-scenes look at a memorable experience I had presenting Tide Lines: Journaling Nature’s Journey...
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Episode 59
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23:09
Finding A Home
Welcome back to Wildly Unplug, where we share stories of nature, conservation, and creativity. Today, I had the pleasure of chatting with Courtney Lynn Grace, an author, movie buff, and lifelong dog lover, about he...
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Episode 58
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31:59
Body & Soul, Healed & Whole
Welcome to another episode of Wildly Unplug, where we share stories of nature, conservation, and creativity. This episode features Tabitha Westbrook, a licensed counselor, trauma specialist, and advocate for healing throu...
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Episode 57
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30:27
Mama T Energy
In this episode of Wildly Unplugged, we had an inspiring conversation with Mama T, the founder of Mama T Energy, about self-discovery, confidence, and the power of embracing your true self. From her background in...
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Episode 56
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27:46
A Life of Choice
In this episode of Wildly Unplug, I had the pleasure of speaking with Robyn, founder of A Life of Choice, about personal transformation, overcoming adversity, and using tools like the Enneagram and motivational mappi...
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Episode 55
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27:50
Outdoor Play Connection
In this episode of Wildly Unplugged, I had the pleasure of speaking with Claudine, founder of Outdoor Play Connection, about the importance of getting kids outside, overcoming common barriers to nature, and making outdo...
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Episode 54
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30:12
The Calming Ground
In this episode of Wildly Unplugged, I sit down with Elizabeth Minton, a psychotherapist, Qigong instructor, and founder of The Calming Ground, a space dedicated to helping people slow down, reconnect with nature, and cultivat...
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Episode 53
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29:13
Introducing Wildly Unplug (aka the Wild Developments Podcast Rebrand)
🌿 Wildly Unplugged Podcast 🎙️Welcome to Wildly Unplugged, where we share stories of nature, conservation, and creativity. Discover what develops when you unplug and step outdoors. 🌎✨Formerly Wild Developments P...
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Slowing Down to Leap Forward: Artist in Residence Reflections and Podcast Updates
In this heartfelt episode of Wild Developments, host Lauren Connolly reflects on her transformative Artist in Residence experience at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. From painting vibrant landscapes to grappling with personal ...
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Episode 52
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13:02
Transfigured Sea
In this episode of Wild Developments Studio, Lauren Connolly interviews biologist, environmental policy officer, and author Sally Ann Hunter. Sally shares her journey from literature to biology, inspired by David Attenborough, and disc...
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Episode 51
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36:15
Community Gardens
This week on the Wild Developments podcast, we talk to Jeff and Dot from Loveland Presbyterian Church’s Community Garden about how they manage their plots, give back to the community, and what keeps them inspired season after season.
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Episode 50
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21:53
Smoky Mountains National Park Pre-Artist-In-Residence
This week, I’m gearing up for my artist-in-residence experience at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park! I'll be spending November immersed in the breathtaking beauty of the Smokies, capturing the landscape through photography, watercolor, a...
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Episode 49
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11:28
Ocean Vibes
In this episode of Wild Developments, I sit down with Jennifer Faye Colombo, a talented watercolor artist from Norwalk, Connecticut, who shares her journey of rediscovering her passion for art after a successful career in theatrical sc...
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Episode 48
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36:05
Starfish Social Club
In the latest episode of Wild Developments, I sit down with Steph West, the inspiring founder of Starfish Social Club. Steph shares her journey of supporting neurodivergent kids and teens, helping them grow from socially challenged to ...
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Episode 47
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38:58
Finding Frogman
In this thrilling Halloween-themed episode of the Wild Developments Podcast, we take you on a journey to uncover the legend of the Loveland Frogman. A cryptid that’s long been part of Ohio’s local lore, the Loveland Frogman is said to ...
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Episode 46
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26:51
Dads & Deadlifts
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Episode 45
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38:10
Travel Not To Escape
In this episode of Wild Developments Studio, we delve into the world of solo travel as a means for personal growth with Geleen, a solo travel confidence and connection coach. Geleen shares how her journey of visiting nearly 40 countries—mostly ...
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Episode 44
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38:26
The Science Pawdcast
In this episode, we chat with Jason Zakwelski, a high school chemistry teacher and host of The Science Pawdcast, where he blends his love for science and pets. Jason shares hilarious stories from his classroom, the science behind his v...
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Episode 43
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39:43
Northern Rockies Nature Journaling
On today’s episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Kathy Settevendemie, Treasurer and Secretary of Northern Rockies Nature Journal, as well as a dedicated Native Plant Specialist. With a rich background as a Montana native plant grower, past preside...
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Episode 42
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32:46
