🌲🎙️🥾Episode #4 Part 2Form Wild Child to Barefoot Guide Living the Way of Natural Movement"You Just Go Outside With No Shoes On"The Go Wildly Podcast is what happens when two childhood friends & dirtbag adventure junkies and decide to bring a mic into the wilderness. We’re Emily & Heather...equal parts heart and chaos...pulling stories out of people like snacks from the bottom of a backpack. We hike. We float. We talk. And somehow, in between all the laughs and mosquito bites, something real always surfaces.At the heart of each episode is one question: What was your pivotal outdoor moment—the one that changed everything?We’re goofy. We’re deep. We’re a little unhinged. And we somehow bring that out in our guests too. Think campfire vibes meets podcast energy...with just enough weird to keep things interesting.Together let’s GO WILDLY!Today's Guest: Diana Matula, A clinical herbalist and Level 3 MovNat Trainer, Restorative Exercise Specialist, and NASM Certified Personal Trainer. Episode Summary: In Episode 4, Part 2 In this episode, we hike to the summit of Bolt Mountain with Diana Matula, a clinical herbalist and certified movement coach whose life is deeply rooted in nature, wellness, and embodied living. From our perch at the top, we dive into Diana’s journey with natural movement—what it means, how she teaches it, and why it resonates so deeply with people of all ages and backgrounds. She shares how her classes have become more than just fitness—they’re spaces of play, healing, and genuine connection where community naturally forms through movement. Her approach is accessible, joyful, and grounded in a belief that returning to our body’s innate wisdom is one of the most powerful things we can do.We also explore the path she took to become a Level 3 MovNat trainer, including the details of her intensive certification experience in the desert. Diana recounts the physical and mental challenges of the course, and some unforgettable moments from the field. We talk about what it’s like to commit to a lifestyle and she opens up about the chapter of life she’s navigating right now. This episode is a true deep dive into the philosophy, grit, and joy behind the natural movement lifestyle.What You’ll Hear in This Episode:🌲Diana's Daily Routines & Rituals🤸🏽Cold Plunge Hacks🌀 Social Media Boundaries 🌞 How to start your natural movement practice todayConnect With Diana & Attend a Class With Her⁠Website⁠Instagram:⁠ @dianagmatula⁠MovNat Southern Oregon:⁠ @movnat.southern.oregon⁠⁠MovNat Certification⁠Filmed on Location:Bolt Mountain Southern Oregon42.3720° N, 123.4108° Whttps://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/oregon/...https://visitgrantspass.com/Resources & Brands Mentioned (not sponsored…yet):MovNat www.movnat.comVibram Five Finger barefoot shoes https://www.vibram.com/us/shop/fivefingersYogi Tea https://yogi-life.com/en-USLet's Go Wildly Together:-Follow us on Instagram: @gowildlypodcast-Tag us on your hikes or adventures using #gowildly -Subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode-Leave us a review — it helps so much!-Get inspired: www.gowildlypodcast.com-Want to be a guest or sponsor the show? Visit gowildlypodcast.com & sign-up for our newsletter & never miss an event, group hike, discount codes (when those start), digital guides to the outdoors, and more behind the scenes content.Keywords: natural movement, MovNat certification, movement coach, barefoot training, functional fitness, outdoor fitness, nature-based wellness, movement classes, mobility training, wild fitness, embodied movement, mindful movement, fitness in nature, holistic movement, Southern Oregon fitness, Pacific Northwest hiking podcast, Bolt Mountain hike, Oregon movement coach, hiking podcast, natural lifestyle podcast, primal movement, movement practices, go wildly, go wildly podcast, southern oregon, pnw,oregon explored

🌲🎙️🥾Episode #4 Part 1

Form Wild Child to Barefoot Guide Living the Way of Natural Movement

"It's the Magic of the MovNat Class"

The Go Wildly Podcast is what happens when two childhood friends & dirtbag adventure junkies and decide to bring a mic into the wilderness. We’re Emily & Heather...equal parts heart and chaos...pulling stories out of people like snacks from the bottom of a backpack. We hike. We float. We talk. And somehow, in between all the laughs and mosquito bites, something real always surfaces.

At the heart of each episode is one question: What was your pivotal outdoor moment—the one that changed everything?

We’re goofy. We’re deep. We’re a little unhinged. And we somehow bring that out in our guests too. Think campfire vibes meets podcast energy...with just enough weird to keep things interesting.

Together let’s GO WILDLY!

Today's Guest: Diana Matula, A clinical herbalist and Level 3 MovNat Trainer, Restorative Exercise Specialist, and NASM Certified Personal Trainer.

Episode Summary: In Episode 4, Part 1 In this episode, we hike to the summit of Bolt Mountain with Diana Matula, a clinical herbalist and certified movement coach whose life is deeply rooted in nature, wellness, and embodied living. From our perch at the top, we dive into Diana’s journey with natural movement—what it means, how she teaches it, and why it resonates so deeply with people of all ages and backgrounds. She shares how her classes have become more than just fitness—they’re spaces of play, healing, and genuine connection where community naturally forms through movement. Her approach is accessible, joyful, and grounded in a belief that returning to our body’s innate wisdom is one of the most powerful things we can do.

We also explore the path she took to become a Level 3 MovNat trainer, including the details of her intensive certification experience in the desert. Diana recounts the physical and mental challenges of the course, and some unforgettable moments from the field. We talk about what it’s like to commit to a lifestyle and she opens up about the chapter of life she’s navigating right now. This episode is a true deep dive into the philosophy, grit, and joy behind the natural movement lifestyle.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

🌲Diana's path to becoming a MovNat coach

🤸🏽The principles of MovNat and its benefits

🌀How she runs her class & community

🌞The Chapter of life she's currently in

👣Crazy stories of the movnat certification

Connect with Diana & Attend a Class with her

• Website: https://www.dianamatula.com

• Instagram: @dianagmatula

• MovNat Southern Oregon: @movnat.southern.oregon

  
  

  Filmed on Location:

  Bolt Mountain Southern Oregon

  42.3720° N, 123.4108° W

  https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/oregon/bolt-mountain-trail

  https://visitgrantspass.com/

  
  

  Resources & Brands Mentioned (not sponsored…yet):

  MovNat www.movnat.com

  Survivor​ https://www.cbs.com/shows/survivor/

  Book Reference https://sarahjmaas.com/throne-of-glass-series/

  
  

  Let's Go Wildly Together:

  -Follow us on Instagram: @gowildlypodcast

  -Tag us on your hikes or adventures using #gowildly

  -Subscribe to the -podcast so you never miss an episode

  -Leave us a review — it helps so much!

  -Get inspired: www.gowildlypodcast.com

  -Want to be a guest or sponsor the show? gowildlypodcast.com & sign-up for our newsletter & never miss an event, group hike, discount codes (when those start), digital guides to the outdoors, and more behind the scenes content.

  Keywords: natural movement, MoveNat certification, movement coach, barefoot training, functional fitness, outdoor fitness, nature-based wellness, movement classes, mobility training, wild fitness, embodied movement, mindful movement, fitness in nature, holistic movement, Southern Oregon fitness, Pacific Northwest hiking podcast, Bolt Mountain hike, Oregon movement coach, hiking podcast, natural lifestyle podcast, primal movement, movement practices, go wildly, go wildly podcast, southern oregon, pnw,

  oregon explored

  
  

🌲🎙️🥾 Episode #2

Transcendental Cult Kid Turned Playa Dust-Covered Earth Defender

"A Bunch of People Hopping Around on Mattresses"

The Go Wildly Podcast is what happens when two childhood friends & dirtbag adventure junkies and decide to bring a mic into the wilderness. We’re Emily & Heather...equal parts heart and chaos...pulling stories out of people like snacks from the bottom of a backpack. We hike. We float. We talk. And somehow, in between all the laughs and mosquito bites, something raw & amazing surfaces.

At the heart of each episode is one question: What was your pivotal outdoor moment—the one that changed everything?

We’re goofy. We’re deep. We’re a little unhinged. And we somehow bring that out in our guests too. Think campfire vibes meets podcast energy...with just enough weird to keep things interesting.

Together let’s GO WILDLY!

Today's Guest is: Rianna Koppel

Episode Summary: In the second episode of Go Wildly, we dive into a wide-ranging, heartfelt conversation with sustainability advocate and community builder Rianna Koppel.

Raised in a Transcendental Meditation community and deeply connected to both the natural world and her local region of Southern Oregon, Rianna shares stories from her journey—from environmental activism to yoga lineage to the dusty magic of Burning Man.

Rianna’s perspective is both grounding and inspiring—this is an episode for anyone looking to deepen their relationship with the Earth and live more intentionally.

We Chat About:

✨ How growing up in a meditation-based community shaped Rianna’s worldview

🔥 The transformative power of Burning Man and what it means to truly Leave No Trace

🌍 How small, local actions can create big change in sustainability

🌀 Reconnecting with nature, community, and purpose in chaotic times

Connect with Rianna:

Instagram:⁠ @⁠jewessforager

Resources and Brands Mentioned (not sponsored…yet):

• Burning Man www.burningman.com

• Leave No Trace www.lnt.org
• Maharishi International University www.miu.edu
• Matter Out Of Place (MOOP)https://burningman.org/event/preparation/leaving-no-trace/moop/

Watch the companion film/podcast vlog on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@GoWildlyPodcast

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– Follow us on Instagram @gowildlypodcast

– Tag us in your hikes or takeaways using #gowildlypodcast

– Leave us a review on Spotify or Apple — it helps other wild hearts find us!

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Keywords :

Hiking in Oregon, Southern Oregon adventures, best trails in Oregon, outdoor lifestyle podcast, mindfulness in nature, PNW travel tips, podcast for adventurers, Go Wildly podcast, hiking gear reviews, best hikes in Oregon, backpacking stories, nature therapy podcast, wild outdoor stories, outdoor stories, outdoor lifestyle, Southern Oregon, Oregon, Rogue Valley, Pacific Northwest

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"EGO DEATH ON AASGARD PASS" Episode 1

"A PODCAST IN THE WILD FOR THE WILD"

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🌟Episode Summary:

In this episode, we sit down with Brittney “Bitty” Mesica—Oregonian and environmental-advocate—to explore her journey as a climber and woman in the outdoors. From her passion for animals, to her commitment to environmental causes and meaningful communication, to summiting Aasgard Pass, Brittney shares wisdom and wit in equal measure.

🌟What We Talk About:

- Growing up outdoors in rural Oregon

- Changing careers and following the path of passion

- Best practices for bathrooms in the wild

- Summiting Aasgard Pass in Washington

- Navigating loss, anxiety, and doing hard things

- Being hot in nature

🥾Resources and Brands Mentioned (not sponsored…yet):

- Wildlife Images https://wildlifeimages.org/

- Nocs Binoculars https://www.nocsprovisions.com/

- Rogue Rock Gym https://www.roguerockgym.com/

- Honey Stinger https://honeystinger.com/

- MovNat Southern Oregon https://www.instagram.com/movnat.southern.oregon

🎙️ Guest Bio – Brittney Mesica

Brittney “Bitty” Mesica is a passionate environmental advocate whose love for animals began early in life. Whether she’s coordinating events and fundraising for a local wildlife rehabilitation center, scaling cliffs on a rock climb, or caring for her many pets, Brittney is always rooted in her connection to the natural world.

Soon to graduate summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Media Innovation, she’s driven by a mission to inspire others to reconnect with nature. With a strong sense of purpose and a deeply authentic voice, Brittney brings intention and heart to everything she does.

💕Follow Brittney:

TikTok: @brittneymesica

Instagram: @brittney.mesica

Medium: @mesicab

LinkedIn: Brittney Mesica

🌲🎙️🥾LET'S GO WILDLY TOGETHER!