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 art and nature. Tune in discover what develops when you get outside & unplug! Stay Wild!
Episodes
118 episodes
Pro Football's Constitution with Bob Gonzalez
What can the Miami Dolphins’ legendary perfect season teach us about resilience, teamwork, competition—and even life outdoors?In this episode of Wildly Unplug, Lauren Connolly welcomes author Bob Gonzalez back to the podcast to talk abo...
Wildly Rejected: Weeks 23-25 Updates & a Pause
What happens when you deliberately try to get rejected 1,000 times?Six months ago, I started the 1,000 Rejection Challenge to stop letting fear of rejection make decisions for me. I committed to making 10 asks every week—submitting my a...
The Wisdom of the Wild with Sy Montgomery
What if some of our greatest teachers aren’t human?In this episode of Wildly Unplug, Lauren Connolly sits down with acclaimed naturalist and bestselling author Sy Montgomery, author of The Soul of an Octopus, How to Be a Goo...
The Scattering with Mark Benson
What happens when a nightmare follows you for five years—and starts stealing the color from your world?Author Mark Benson returns to Wildly Unplug to talk about his new young adult horror novel, The Scattering...
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Wildly Rejected: Week 22 Update
What happens when a challenge about rejection turns into a lesson about monarch butterflies, conservation, burnout, and knowing when to say no?In this week’s Wildly Rejected: Becoming the Bison, I’m continuing my journey toward 1,000 re...
Dreams of a Scientist: Science for Everyone- Octopus Vision & Discovery
Seeing the World Through an Octopus’s Eyes with Angelique AllenWhat does the world look like through an octopus’s eyes? In this fascinating episode, Lauren talks with marine scientist and science communicator Angelique Allen
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Wildly Rejected: Week 21 Update
What if rejection isn’t the end of the story—but part of the transformation?In this episode of Wildly Unplug, Lauren returns to her 1,000 Rejection Challenge, inspired by Gabby Carr’s rejection challenge, and shares ...
Wheeland Brothers: Surfing, Songwriting & Life Beyond the Rat Race
The Wheeland Brothers have built their signature sound around surf rock, reggae, acoustic music, and a life spent chasing waves, adventure, and a little more time off the grid. In this episode of Wildly Unplug, brothers Travis and Nate “Frog” W...
Wildly Rejected: Week 20 Update
Becoming the Bison: Monarch Mistakes, Putting Down Roots & Learning to Be a Beginner AgainWhat happens when you move to a new ecosystem and realize you don’t know nearly as much as you thought you did?In this week’s ...
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Wildly Rejected Weeks 16, 17, 18, 19 Update
What happens when rejection collides with grief, an empty nest, and a completely new life?In this deeply personal Wildly Rejected: Becoming the Bison update, Lauren catches up on weeks 16–19 of her 1,000 Rejection Challenge. She...
Wildly Rejected: Week 13 & 14 Update
Hope everyone is having a good summer so far! Catching up after the holiday! Enjoy!
Ryan & The Remedy with Ryan Galway
🔗 Connect with Ryan:https://www.ryangalway.com🌿 Download your free Wildly Unplug Starter Guide here:https://gem.godaddy.com/signups/ebd116a3a09647638aa4d85c004839fa/joinWhat does it take to chase a lifelong dream in the ...
Wildly Rejected: Week 12 Update
Week 12 of the 1,000 Rejection Challenge brought an unexpected realization: I had four rejections this week... and they weren't the most important thing that happened.In this episode, I share why that feels like a major milestone, the su...
Peter Draws with Peter
🔗 Connect with Peter:Website: https://www.peterdraws.com/Follow on Instagram: @PeterdrawsYoutube: @peter_draws🌿 Download your free Wildly Unplug Starter Guide here:https://gem.godaddy.com/signups/ebd116a3a09647638aa4d85c...
Wildly Rejected: Week 11 Update
What happens when a week feels like nothing is moving forward?In this week's 1,000 Rejection Challenge update, Lauren shares a surprisingly eventful "stagnant" week that included a film festival rejection, an unforgettable encounter with...
All My Pieces Art with Melanie
🕊️ In Memory of MelanieSince recording this episode, Melanie unexpectedly passed away. Her joy for art, storytelling, animals, and life itself shines throughout this conversation. I’m deeply grateful our paths crossed, even briefly, ...
Wildly Rejected: Week 10 Update
Week 10 of the 1,000 Rejection Challenge brought an unexpected lesson: not every acceptance is actually a win.In this episode of Wildly Unplugged, Lauren shares how the excitement of receiving a children's book publishing...
On Safari with Scott Brills
Learn more / book a trip:Safari experiences: https://www.pamojasafaris.comWhat if you could build a life that combines travel, wildlife, and entrepreneurship… and actually make it work?In this episode of Wildly Unplugged, I ...
Wildly Rejected: Week 9 Update
The honeymoon phase is over. Now what?In this honest episode of Wildly Unplugged, Lauren Connolly shares a raw update from her 1,000 Rejection Challenge, reflecting on burnout, creative resilience, art rejection, and...
Nature Photography with Peter Sewell
Link to Peter's Website- https://www.petersewell.com/photography.htmlWhat happens when life completely falls apart… and you choose to start over?In this episode of Wildly Unplugged, I sit down with Peter Sewell to talk about tra...
Wildly Rejected - Week 8 Update
2023 Solo Retreat to Cade’s Cove Playlist- https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/photography-expedition/pl.u-e98lGamUzoR5jl
National Geographic Photography with Jason Edwards
🔗 Connect with Jason:https://www.jasonedwards.co/en-usWhat does it really take to become a wildlife photographer for National Geographic?In this episode of Wildly Unplugged, I sit down with Jason Edwards—former zookeeper tur...
