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The Brave And The Wild

These are the stories that shape us.

The Brave and The Wild is about honest conversations with everyday people. Some have faced heavy stuff. Some have done amazing things. Others are just figuring it out as they go. It’s a space for stories that don’t always get told… stories of resilience, growth, and the unpredictable nature of being human.

It’s a mix raw storytelling with expert insight to help make mental health feel more normal, and easier to talk about. But it’s not all struggle. This podcast is also about strength, perspective, and sometimes just a good yarn – stories that can inform, inspire, or entertain.

While a podcast can’t replace therapy, it might offer some people the tools to take care of themselves better – or be a stepping stone to professional help.

The Brave and The Wild is also building a growing platform of resources, tools, and community. Mental health support shouldn’t just show up in a crisis. It should be part of everyday life.

This isn’t just about surviving. It’s about living well and embracing the wild ride along the way.




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Self-Improvement Personal Growth Mental Health Health & Fitness Education
Update frequency
every 19 days
Average duration
64 minutes
Episodes
15
Years Active
2022 - 2025
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Nutrition and Mental Health: The Powerful Link - Abby Soares (Ep.15)

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01:41:46  |   Tue 29 Jul 2025
Firearms, Mental Health and Reform - Glen Thurston, Mental Hunts (Ep.14)

Firearms, Mental Health and Reform - Glen Thurston, Mental Hunts (Ep.14)

Glen Thurston is a builder, father, husband, and hunter from Wānaka, New Zealand - and the founder of the charity Mental Hunts.


In this episode, Glen shares his journey from hitting rock bottom to los…

01:48:39  |   Tue 01 Jul 2025
Beautiful Chaos: Life with ADHD & Kids - Selina Thomson (Ep.13)

Beautiful Chaos: Life with ADHD & Kids - Selina Thomson (Ep.13)

In this new episode I dive deep into the world of ADHD with Selena Thomson, a late-diagnosed mum, and lawyer… who shares her unfiltered journey from anxiety and depression to unshakable self-acceptan…

01:11:11  |   Tue 17 Jun 2025
Living With the Loss: A Friend’s Perspective on Suicide - Gareth Hughes (Ep.12)

Living With the Loss: A Friend’s Perspective on Suicide - Gareth Hughes (Ep.12)

⚠️ Content warning: This episode contains open discussions of suicide, which may be distressing for some listeners, please take care or skip this one if you need to.

In this episode I’m joined by Gare…
01:11:29  |   Tue 27 May 2025
Burnout Unpacked: From Subtle Signs to Recovery with Clinical Psychologist Charlotte Gibson (Ep.11)

Burnout Unpacked: From Subtle Signs to Recovery with Clinical Psychologist Charlotte Gibson (Ep.11)

Burnout isn’t just stress or laziness… it’s often a full mindbody shutdown that creeps in quietly, then takes over everything. In this episode, I’m joined by Clinical Psychologist Charlotte Gibson to…

01:42:40  |   Wed 21 May 2025
Grief, Loss and Love: A Daughter's Story with Monica Shepherd (Ep.10)

Grief, Loss and Love: A Daughter's Story with Monica Shepherd (Ep.10)

In this deeply personal episode, writer and creative Monica Shepherd shares the emotional journey of losing her father to cancer. We explore anticipatory grief, hospice care, the healing power of sto…
01:25:03  |   Sun 11 May 2025
Laura Kuggeleijn #9: Chronic Fatigue, Trauma & the Power of Nature

Laura Kuggeleijn #9: Chronic Fatigue, Trauma & the Power of Nature

In this episode, I sit down with Laura Kuggeleijn - a teacher, passionate diver, and someone who brings a lot of thoughtfulness to the way she moves through life. We talk about her experience living …

01:37:33  |   Thu 24 Apr 2025
Craig Sutherland #8: Grief, Anger and Rebuilding Yourself

Craig Sutherland #8: Grief, Anger and Rebuilding Yourself

In this episode of The Brave and The Wild, Craig Sutherland opens up about grief, anxiety, anger, and the pressure to always appear strong. From losing his father and falling into deep anxiety, to fi…
01:06:46  |   Wed 09 Apr 2025
Tim Kavermann #7: Why The Brave and The Wild Exists (And Why We Need to Talk About Mental Health)

Tim Kavermann #7: Why The Brave and The Wild Exists (And Why We Need to Talk About Mental Health)

Hey, I’m Tim Kavermann, and after a long break, The Brave and The Wild is back - with a refined direction. In this episode, I’m taking a moment to share where this podcast came from, why it exists, a…

00:11:11  |   Mon 03 Mar 2025
Tim Kavermann & Simon Bridges #6: Business Resilience

Tim Kavermann & Simon Bridges #6: Business Resilience

Welcome to Episode 6 of The Brave and The Wild podcast by Eat What You Kill. I’m Tim Kavermann, and in this episode, I’m revisiting a conversation from last year with Simon Bridges from First Steps N…
00:30:23  |   Thu 26 Sep 2024
Tim Kavermann #5: 7 Tips For Nurturing Your Mental Health

Tim Kavermann #5: 7 Tips For Nurturing Your Mental Health

In this episode of The Brave And The Wild, I’m flying solo again with a follow-up to my previous one on Burnout. In this episode, I will go over my top 7 tips for nurturing your own mental health. I …
00:21:54  |   Sat 02 Jul 2022
Dave Perry #4: Army Life, Hunting and Combating Depression

Dave Perry #4: Army Life, Hunting and Combating Depression

In this episode of The Brave And The Wild, I’m joined by Dave Perry a soldier turned engineer and now a passionate hunter based in Wellington, New Zealand. In this episode we discuss some of Dave’s e…
00:56:00  |   Wed 04 May 2022
Tim Kavermann #3: Burnout, Depression and Anxiety

Tim Kavermann #3: Burnout, Depression and Anxiety

In this episode of The Brave And The Wild, I’m flying solo and discussing a topic I am seeing pop up in online conversation more and more – burnout. Burnout is a state of total emotional, physical an…
00:19:23  |   Wed 27 Apr 2022
Dallas Abel #2: From Fish Waste to Community Feast: The Kai Ika Revolution

Dallas Abel #2: From Fish Waste to Community Feast: The Kai Ika Revolution

Dive into the inspiring world of The Kai Ika Project with Dallas. Learn how this innovative initiative is transforming fish by-products into valuable resources to feed communities across New Zealand.…
00:52:57  |   Tue 05 Apr 2022
Ryan O'Connor #1: Embracing the Wild - A Journey into Hunting and Wellness

Ryan O'Connor #1: Embracing the Wild - A Journey into Hunting and Wellness

In the premiere episode of "The Brave and The Wild," join us as we dive into the fascinating life of Ryan O'Connor. Ryan takes us on his journey from a sports-filled upbringing to becoming an optomet…
01:16:34  |   Tue 05 Apr 2022
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