Episodes

In this episode, we discuss the concept of gratitude and its role in our daily lives. We touch on the benefits of gratitude, such as increased happiness and improved relationships, as well as the concept of toxic positivity and the potential downsides of gratitude. We bring awareness to the need for balance and authenticity in practicing gratitude. In this episode we discuss: The importance of gratitude and how it is one of the pillars of happiness. Despite the apparent positives of gratitude...

In this episode we talk with a Danish doctor about her re-wilding, why she was drawn to our podcast, and how women across the globe are feeling this pull to move toward more authenticity. Today we discuss: Christina’s carefree and happy childhood as an only child, and when she believe she lost her inner wild during transition to school and the emergence of perfectionism. The deep impact of a trauma as a teen that created a deep scar, leading to a mistrust of inner judgment that fed into more ...

Betsy and Kate discuss their impressions of the Barbie movie, some Barbie history, and the empowerment of modern women in a patriarchal society. They highlight some powerful quotes and themes from the movie and how it resonated with them. They also welcome some much younger guests (3 tweens ages 10 and 11) to share their impressions and inspirations. In this episode we discuss: The recently released Barbie movie and its exploration of themes around patriarchy and redefining femininity. The hist...

Today we talk about the process of finding your voice. Why is it hard for us to use our voice? What are the stories around it and what do we do to speak up, be heard, feel heard and tell our truth? Today we discuss: -For much of history women have been silenced, ridiculed, punished, and even killed for their opinions and voices. -The wound of the patriarchy and the many reasons we have learned to swallow our truth. -The concept of gaslighting, which is the psychological manipulation that mak...

In this episode of Tend Her Wild, hosts Betsy and Kate speak with Alyx, a passionate social entrepreneur who is bravely changing how women (AND men) think about menstruation. Alyx’s journey led her to create the Agenda Period app, promoting cyclical awareness and body literacy while challenging societal expectations around menstruation. This is an energizing and vibrant conversation that we LOVED! Today we discuss: -Alyx’s first ten years that include the trauma of getting her period early and...

On today’s episode we discuss female friendships and how they are both amazing and complicated. Today we discuss: Betsy and Kate’s friendship journey and how they maintain balance and honesty (spoiler alert, it’s all about communication!) The differences between men’s friendships and female friendships, and how male friendships are less fragile Is our capacity to trust and open to our our female friendships effected by the relationship we had with our mother? The art of discernment in frien...

We get down to business in today’s conversation with entrepreneur, author, speaker and business advisor Andrea Belk Olson. In today’s episode we discuss: How Andrea was writing business plans as a teenager, long before she ever took a business course. Andrea’s balance of logic (from her Dad) and artistic creativity (from her Mom) that have served her well in her career. Her love of travel and the favorite place she has visited. Why Andrea believes the art of business is as important as the ...

In this episode of the Tend Her Wild podcast, Betsy and Kate discuss the deep world of hypnosis. Hypnosis is often misunderstood and misrepresented in popular culture, but it is a well researched form of deep healing that can be transformative. They also share their personal experiences with hypnosis and the benefits they’ve observed in themselves and clients. The episode ends with Dr Betsy (who has been trained in clinical hypnosis and has been using it for 20 years in her practice) leading a m...

Today we are joined by Tracee Stanley, author of the best selling book, Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation and Awakened Clarity and of the upcoming book The Luminous Self: Sacred Yogic Practice and Rituals to Remember Who You Are. We explore the transformative power of yoga nidra, its connection to the feminine, creating spaciousness, rest, and ancestral healing. Uncover the profound wisdom Tracee imparts on the importance of nature, the value of deep relaxation, and the divine creativ...

In today’s conversation Betsy and Kate talk about women’s leadership. Although we have talked about this in passing in many episodes, we dive into it in depth today following an event that happened in the past week. Kate received a community leadership award, and a group of women came to support her. This sparked discussion amongst this group about how all women are leaders and have the power to change systems. Today we discuss: The traits of feminine leadership – compassion, empathy, collabora...

As women we have discovered there’s an incredible value in coming together as we heal. Today we share some of our thoughts and observations and honor the work of the community that just came together on our recent Re-wilding retreat in Costa Rica. Today we discuss: -The difference of community verses individual work and the power of an intergenerational community -How the vulnerability of being open in a group can make healing in community more accessible -The synergy created in community that...

Today’s conversation feels like one of the most genuine, raw conversations we have had. We explore a common issue and yet a topic many avoid talking about: addiction. We believe this conversation has great healing potential for our listeners, as nearly all of us know someone who is struggling or has struggled with addiction. In this conversation, we discuss: Monica’s early life as a shy and sensitive young girl in Catholic school who never felt like she fit in. Monica’s unique travels as a ch...

While many of us spent years in the proverbial boxes of convention and structure, our guest today has carried the wild spirit through most of her life life, minus a period of time following trauma. Today, we talk to Kimberly Jaeger-Arjes while in Costa Rica on a yoga retreat. We had no idea this interview was going to happen until the morning of recording. Kimberly is Betsy’s assistant and an integral part of her retreats. Kate and Betsy were having their morning plan session with Kimberly, and...

In today’s conversation Betsy and Kate talk about the power of therapy and share their own experiences using it as a resource to heal and clean out inner barriers. Today we discuss: -The historical stigma of mental health, therapy, psychology and how we are experiencing a shift from viewing mental health as a sign of weakness to a sign of strength and courage. -The hard work of therapy and how numbing out and avoidance can keep us from going deeper -The acceptance and normalization in younger ...

Today we have an extraordinary conversation with a wise spiritual teacher and advocate for mothers, Suzi Lula. In this episode we discuss: -How as a child Suzi was both bright eyed and joyful, and also in the darkness of family dysfunction which has led to her deep compassion for every client, student, and mother with whom she works -Suzi’s perspective on how women will save the world from a place of compassion and connectedness -The art of raising sons and how to keep their sensitivity inta...

We speak with Angie Jordan, a powerful local leader who has used her background in social work, community organization, and leadership to transform her community. In this episode we discuss: -Angie’s first ten years that included the separation of her parents at two – The force of women (including her beloved Abuela) that provided energy, excitement, empowerment and adventure to Angie and her sister – The importance of education fostered by both of parents early on -Why knitting is so impor...

In today’s episode Kate and Betsy reveal the books that have touched them and made an impression in their lives. Although difficult, they each came up with their current top 5 reads! Today we discuss: -How books show up for us at the right time -Betsy’s book addiction (she reads them all) -Stacks of books on the nightstand (see photos) -How the books mentioned today continue to affect Kate and Betsy’s lives Betsy’s Top 5 Books 1. The Parents Tao Te Ching, Ancient Advice for Modern Parents ...

Women’s athletics have been a part of Kate’s life since early on, whereas Betsy grew up involved in music and has never been drawn much to competitive sports. However, both were drawn into the magic of Iowa women’s basketball superstar, Caitlin Clark and the experience created by the entire Iowa women’s team. In this episode we discuss: – Why this was such a phenomenal experience for our state and the nation – The feminine rising and the power of women – The magnificent rise of Caitlin Clark ...

Today Betsy and Kate introduce their good friend and true wild woman, Marsha Nieland. Marsha is a visionary artist and experienced yoga and meditation teacher who fosters a playful and soulful approach to creativity through her classes, workshops, and retreats. She believes that the practices of movement, art, and meditation can awaken our internal wisdom and help us tap into our highest potential. We discuss: -Marsha’s early experiences, some quite traumatic, and the beautiful lessons that ev...

In the last year of interviewing women (and a couple of men) on the wild woman archetype, Betsy and Kate have been on their own heroine’s journeys and have made many personal discoveries among this collective movement. We discuss: -Joseph Campbell’s definition of the Hero’s Journey in his book “The Hero With A Thousand Faces” -Maureen Murdoch, Joseph Campbell’s student, that saw the feminine journey as different and bravely wrote her famous book “The Heroine’s Journey” -Why we detach from ou...

In this episode, we continue our spirited conversation with Shannon Algeo, a celebrated speaker, writer, life coach, yoga Nidra, and meditation teacher. We discuss: -Shannon’s exhilarating first time interviewing Deepak Chopra and his insight about spending time with “famous” people – How his intuitive knowing and feeling in his body led him to the truth of his relationship even though it made no logical sense -Shannon’s new research and exploration of how to manage our collective addiction ...

In this episode, we welcome our second male guest, Shannon Algeo. Shannon is a celebrated speaker, writer, life coach, yoga Nidra, and meditation teacher. His coaching practice focuses on helping clients overcome old patterns of trauma so that they can show up in the world with power, presence, and purpose. We discuss: -How Shannon’s first ten years inspire and impact the work he does today -Why Shannon feels being on the Tend Her Wild podcast is such natural fit for him -Shannon’s transform...

Today on Tend Her Wild we dive into the topic of dharma and life purpose. “What is my purpose?” is one of the biggest questions we ask ourselves throughout the course of our lifetime. Spending time meditating on it, thinking about it, diving into it, and then acting on it can be the greatest work you can do. In today”s episode we discuss: The definition of dharma and life purpose as a way to live our personal truth How we identify what our dharma is and then live it authentically Kate and Be...

In today’s episode of the Tend Her Wild podcast we are thrilled to welcome a dear human and friend into the studio. Dr. Rachel McLaren who is an associate professor of communication studies at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. She is also a yoga instructor, a mama of three and an eternal optimist. Her research focuses on how people talk about and understand emotion and conflict in their relationships. We enjoyed digging into “how do we work with conflict?”. Some of the thing we discuss: -Bei...