Driftless and Wild

Teala Amberg
  • 5.0 (10)
  • Self-Improvement

Driftless and Wild is a podcast about reclaiming childhood through outdoor play, simple living, and wild learning. Hosted by Teala — a Minnesota mama, special education teacher, and nature enthusiast — each episode explores how to raise curious, confident kids who thrive outside. From dirt to discovery, this is your space for stories, tips, and encouragement to help your family live wildly and root deeply.

Episodes

  1. 07/25/2025

    Episode 5 – Be Brave, Be Wild

    This episode explores how facing our fears and starting things that scare us can positively model behavior for our children. Plus, simple summer activities you can do at home without spending a dime.

    20 min

  2. 07/15/2025

    Episode 4: Self-Care Starts with You

    Teala reflects on the importance of modeling self-care and authentic emotional regulation as a parent. From simple moments of rest to mindful routines, this episode helps you reclaim your role as a regulated, rooted adult raising resilient kids.

    20 min

  3. 07/08/2025

    Episode 3: Food, Feelings & Finding Balance

    In Episode 3, Teala explores the powerful connection between food, behavior, and the simple magic of outdoor play — plus how to find balance even on the busiest days.

    20 min

  4. 06/26/2025

    Episode 2: Let Them Be Wild – Camaraderie, Curiosity & Calm

    In this episode of Driftless & Wild, Teala reflects on two powerful weeks of wildschooling—where the children’s natural camaraderie, curiosity, and calm shone through. With zero behavior issues and endless exploration, this episode weaves personal experience with research on outdoor play, risky movement, and neurological development.

    20 min

  5. 06/20/2025

    Welcome to Driftless and Wild

    Welcome episode introducing the vision for Driftless and Wild.

    5 min

  6. 02/03/2025

    Episode 6 — Modeling Behavior & Choosing Intentional Responses

    In Episode 6 of Driftless & Wild, we explore what it really means to model behavior for our children. From technology habits to emotional regulation, we talk about choosing responses instead of reactions, showing our kids what effort over perfection looks like, and creating a home environment rooted in intention and connection.

    20 min
  • 6 Episodes

5
out of 5
10 Ratings

About

Driftless and Wild is a podcast about reclaiming childhood through outdoor play, simple living, and wild learning. Hosted by Teala — a Minnesota mama, special education teacher, and nature enthusiast — each episode explores how to raise curious, confident kids who thrive outside. From dirt to discovery, this is your space for stories, tips, and encouragement to help your family live wildly and root deeply.

Information