IN THE BUSH Podcast
IN THE BUSH Podcast
Cole Wilks & Joel Van Der Loon
Cole and Joel talk bushcraft, wilderness survival, hunting, nature connection, philosophy, spirituality and so much more. We get deep with our guests, ranging from accomplished experts to the most interesting people you have never heard of.Host: Cole Wilks Cohost: Joel van der Loon
Upcoming training courses with Joel
Joel gives an update about the podcast and also talks about the upcoming courses through his school. The holistic fair chase hunting course and the Hadza full immersion adventure are available for booking. spots are limited. please check out www.bushsurvivaltraining.com https://bushsurvivaltraining.com/ Visit Folsompointnutrition.com and use code INTHEBUSH on checkout to receive a 20% discount on 100% grass fed Bison supplements. Please support them to support us.
Nov 10, 2025
25 min
Rite of passage and Vision quests with Darren Silver
Darren Silver, MA, is a rite of passage guide, Nature-Connected Coach, ceremonialist, and innovative educator. He has nearly two decades of experience working with ritual, wilderness living skills, and guiding transformational experiences residentially and internationally. A gifted storyteller and apprentice to the old myths, Darren weaves the power of the natural world, vision, and community in devotion to the remembrance of regenerative culture. https://bushsurvivaltraining.com/ Vis...
Jul 30, 2025
1 hr 11 min
Traditional bow hunting chat with Cole and Joel
Cole and Joel talk talk about a variety of subjects including hunting with a traditional bow and things to consider with your setup. https://bushsurvivaltraining.com/ Visit Folsompointnutrition.com and use code INTHEBUSH on checkout to receive a 20% discount on 100% grass fed Bison supplements. Please support them to support us.
Jul 14, 2025
1 hr 3 min
Death, Alignment, and questioning your thoughts with Justin Egliskis
Justin Egliskis is a unique individual with a desire to help people align their energy and feel fulfillment in their lives. His perspective is refreshing and certainly promotes contemplation around how to live life as a better man. https://bushsurvivaltraining.com/ Visit Folsompointnutrition.com and use code INTHEBUSH on checkout to receive a 20% discount on 100% grass fed Bison supplements. Please support them to support us.
Jun 24, 2025
1 hr 12 min
Why we need to be Wild with Jessica Carew Kraft
Jessica Carew Kraft, an urban wife and mom of two, was firmly rooted in the modern world, complete with a high-powered career in tech and the sneaking suspicion that her lifestyle was preventing her and her family from truly thriving. Determined to find a better way, Jessica quit her job and set out to learn about "rewilding" from people who reject the comforts and convenience of civilization by using ancient tools and skills to survive. Along the way, she learned how to turn sticks into fire...
Jun 18, 2025
1 hr 9 min
Ranching, Friendship and Spiritual growth with Ryder Redfield
Ryder Redfield is a close friend and ranch manager in Central Oregon. Ryder talks about his connection to the land, wildlife and his struggles with finding purpose and understanding in life. Joel and Ryder talk about their friendship and the spiritual growth they have experienced together through community and psychedelics. https://www.ryderredfield.com/ https://jimgreenfootwear.com/ https://bushsurvivaltraining.com/ Visit Folsompointnutrition.com and use code INTHEBUSH on checko...
Jun 10, 2025
1 hr 35 min
Wolves, Fishing, and Hunting updates with Joel and Cole
Joel and Cole update the listeners with their hunting and fishing adventures over this spring season. Check out http://jimgreenfootwear.com/ for barefoot style boots. Made durable and comfortable. https://bushsurvivaltraining.com/ Visit Folsompointnutrition.com and use code INTHEBUSH on checkout to receive a 20% discount on 100% grass fed Bison supplements. Please support them to support us.
Jun 4, 2025
52 min
Wolf management, behavior, and controversy with Biologist Aaron Bott
Aaron Bott is the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Wolf Biologist. Joel and Aaron discuss the complexities of managing wolves on a landscape and the controversy that wolves cause. Aaron talks to the history, behavior, and characteristics of wolves and the ungulates they prey on. https://bushsurvivaltraining.com/ Visit Folsompointnutrition.com and use code INTHEBUSH on checkout to receive a 20% discount on 100% grass fed Bison supplements. Please support them to support us...
May 28, 2025
1 hr 27 min
Consume as little as possible with Gary Golding
Gary is a Naked and Afraid survival legend. He is a larger than life character that has a passion for the planet and reducing consumption. He is renowned for eating almost anything and tells us all about it and why he does it. We laugh hard on this one! Enjoy https://garygolding.com/ https://bushsurvivaltraining.com/ Visit Folsompointnutrition.com and use code INTHEBUSH on checkout to receive a 20% discount on 100% grass fed Bison supplements. Please support them to support us.&n...
May 5, 2025
1 hr 5 min
Manifesting, following intuition and hunting predators with Ray Livingston
Ray Livingston was a participant on Alone season 6 and the co-host of the show Mud, Sweat & Beards. Ray is a hunting guide and primitive skills enthusiast with a particular interest in conservation and predator hunting. He was formerly a police officer, an experience he views as very valuable in his spiritual development. Cole & Joel dive into his spirituality and philosophy as well as his hunting endeavors. They talk about hunting bullfrogs, predators, and so much more. https:/...
May 1, 2025
1 hr 27 min
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