The Daniel Vitalis Show

Daniel Vitalis
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Daniel Vitalis is back from the wild, seeking the cause — and more importantly, the antidote — to the rapid change we're seeing all around us! After six seasons of hosting the TV show, WildFed, and two decades of lecturing and podcasting on nutrition, human domestication and rewilding, The Daniel Vitalis Show is peering beneath the surface at what's driving the chaos in the world around us — and exploring practical ways to live healthy, strong, and spiritually fulfilling lives now, and in the exciting years to come!

  1. 19h ago

    AI, Transhumanism, And The Analog Life — C.R. Wiley

    Daniel sits down with C. R. Wiley (@christopher.wiley) to explore the spiritual stakes of artificial intelligence and how technology is reshaping the way we think, what we trust, and what we worship. Drawing on Christian theology, Tolkien, and the history of idolatry, they examine AI as a potential new form of idol worship, the spiritual undercurrents of Silicon Valley, and the deeper implications of transhumanism. They explore the biblical story of the tree of knowledge of good and evil, the significance of Tom Bombadil, and the distinction between the natural earth and the artificial world humans are increasingly constructing. The conversation also examines how technology affects memory, judgment, and human connection, and why physical discipline, spiritual discernment, and time away from the digital world may be more important than ever. As AI continues to expand its influence over our lives, Daniel and Chris ask what it means to remain grounded in faith, embodied in the real world, and fully human in an increasingly artificial age. This episode is brought to you by: Surthrival — Superior formulas designed with nature's most potent ingredients. For transcripts and resources from this episode go here. Check out past episodes here.

  2. Oct 20

    End to the Upside Down — Mark Gober

    Daniel sits down with Mark Gober (@markgober_author), former Princeton tennis captain, investor, and author of the eight-book Upside Down series, to explore consciousness, psychic phenomena, UFOs, NASA, cosmology, medicine, and the spiritual implications of questioning mainstream narratives. Gober shares how research into remote viewing, near-death experiences, and consciousness led him to challenge materialism and rethink our understanding of reality. They dig into the history of NASA, the moon landing, geocentrism, UAPs, and the debate between evidence and inference, before exploring deeper questions about free will, moral responsibility, and the nature of existence. Along the way, Gober reflects on the personal cost of challenging accepted beliefs and why he believes consciousness may be central to understanding who we are and the world we inhabit. This episode is brought to you by: Surthrival — Superior formulas designed with nature's most potent ingredients. For transcripts and resources from this episode go here. Check out past episodes here

  3. Oct 12

    Dangers of Daylight Savings — Dr. Roger Seheult

    Modern life may be working against our biology in ways we don't fully understand. Daniel sits down with Dr. Roger Seheult (@medcram) to explore how sunlight, circadian rhythms, infrared light, fresh air, exercise, water, and rest influence our health. They discuss why morning sunlight is essential for sleep, energy, and cortisol regulation, how artificial light and daylight saving time disrupt our natural rhythms, and how infrared light supports cellular energy production. Dr. Seheult also introduces the New Start framework, a simple approach to health built around the fundamentals we often overlook. From jet lag and seasonal mood changes to the consequences of spending our lives indoors, this conversation challenges us to stop overcomplicating health and start working with our biology instead. Dr. Roger Seheult is a quadruple board-certified physician, critical care doctor, pulmonologist, sleep specialist, associate clinical professor, and co-founder of MedCram, known for making complex medical science practical and accessible. This episode is brought to you by: Surthrival — Superior formulas designed with nature's most potent ingredients. For transcripts and resources from this episode go here. Check out past episodes here

  4. Oct 5

    Forgiveness Is A Weapon — Luke Storey

    What if the answer to loneliness, addiction, and spiritual confusion isn't more optimization, but surrender? Daniel and Luke Storey (@lukestorey) explore the hidden costs of self-obsession, the difference between healing the body and healing the soul, and why the path toward wholeness demands more than willpower. Luke opens up about his new memoir, A Horse Named Lonesome, and the pain, recovery, and inner work that shaped it. Together, he and Daniel trace disconnection through childhood trauma, addiction, technology, and the false promise that we can think, biohack, or hustle our way into wholeness. They explore vulnerability, forgiveness, sobriety, entheogens, spiritual bypassing, and the difference between surrender and passivity. At its heart, this is a conversation about moving beyond survival and self-protection toward truth, connection, and a deeper relationship with God. This episode is brought to you by: Surthrival — Superior formulas designed with nature's most potent ingredients. For transcripts and resources from this episode go here. Check out past episodes here

  5. Sep 28

    Grounded in Chaos — Daniele Bolelli

    Historian, author, and storyteller Daniele Bolelli (@DBolelli) joins Daniel for a wide-ranging conversation about living through a moment of extraordinary change. Together, they explore the forces reshaping human life — from technology and environmental disruption to changing food systems, cultural upheaval, and the possibility of societal collapse. They look to history, Taoism, animism, and ancient religion for clues about how humans have navigated uncertainty before, while asking what spiritual practice, community, purpose, and personal agency can offer us now. Daniele also opens up about grief, fatherhood, resilience, and finding meaning in the midst of chaos. Rather than trying to predict where civilization is headed, this conversation asks a more personal question: How do we remain grounded, connected, and fully alive when the world around us is changing faster than ever? This episode is brought to you by: Surthrival — Superior formulas designed with nature's most potent ingredients. For transcripts and resources from this episode go here. Check out past episodes here

  6. Sep 21

    What to Feed a Human — Dr. Bill Schindler

    Why are modern humans simultaneously overfed and nutrient-starved? Daniel Vitalis sits down with experimental archaeologist, chef, author, and Modern Stone Age Kitchen co-founder Dr. Bill Schindler (@drbillschindler) to explore what we've lost by disconnecting from ancestral food skills. They dive into nose-to-tail eating, organ meats, marrow, fat, bone grease, hunting, butchery, fermentation, and traditional food preparation — and why nutrient density and bioavailability matter as much as calories. Bill also challenges common ideas about Blue Zones and shares what he learned living with one of the oldest populations on earth. From declining fertility and metabolic dysfunction to our growing dependence on highly processed foods, this conversation explores how modern food culture has moved us further from the way humans evolved to eat — and what it might look like to find our way back. This episode is brought to you by: Surthrival — Superior formulas designed with nature's most potent ingredients. For transcripts and resources from this episode go here. Check out past episodes here.

  7. Sep 14

    May You Feel Every Tick — Avani Vitalis

    What happens when we stop treating the wild as something to fear and start learning how to live intelligently within it? In this conversation, Daniel and his wife Avani Vitalis draw on more than a decade of living in tick country to explore what it means to develop a deeper awareness of the landscape around us. From Avani's first unforgettable encounter with 13 ticks to their daily checking rituals, caring for their dogs, and learning to spot and even feel ticks, they share the practical habits that allow them to spend more time outdoors without living in fear. This is ultimately a conversation about developing sensitivity, accepting the realities of the natural world, and learning how to remain connected to nature even when it comes with challenges. This episode is brought to you by: Surthrival — Superior formulas designed with nature's most potent ingredients. For transcripts and resources from this episode go here. Check out past episodes here.

  8. Sep 7

    Lymphatic Reset & The Big Six! — Dr. Perry Nickelston

    What if the missing link in chronic pain, inflammation, brain fog, and stubborn weight gain isn't your workout, supplements, or latest biohack — but your lymphatic system? Dr. Perry Nickelston (@stopchasingpain) argues that the body's drainage system is foundational to recovery, immunity, and overall health. In this conversation, Perry and Daniel explore how stagnant lymph and poor fluid flow can contribute to inflammation, swelling, pain, fatigue, and impaired function, and why the principle of "drainage precedes supply" may be one of the most overlooked ideas in health. Perry shares his own journey from a back injury and chiropractic care to sports medicine and an autoimmune crisis that led him to look deeper into lymph, fluid flow, and the mechanics of healing. He also breaks down his practical "Big Six" reset, explaining how breathing, hydration, posture, movement, and targeted techniques can help support lymphatic flow — and why sequence and consistency matter more than intensity. If you've been doing everything right but still feel stuck, this episode offers a new framework for understanding what may be happening beneath the surface — and practical tools to support recovery, resilience, energy, and clarity. This episode is brought to you by: Surthrival — Superior formulas designed with nature's most potent ingredients. For transcripts and resources from this episode go here. Check out past episodes here.

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Daniel Vitalis is back from the wild, seeking the cause — and more importantly, the antidote — to the rapid change we're seeing all around us! After six seasons of hosting the TV show, WildFed, and two decades of lecturing and podcasting on nutrition, human domestication and rewilding, The Daniel Vitalis Show is peering beneath the surface at what's driving the chaos in the world around us — and exploring practical ways to live healthy, strong, and spiritually fulfilling lives now, and in the exciting years to come!

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  • Creator
    Daniel Vitalis
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Explicit
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