Wilderness Matters

Balefire Outdoors
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This is the official podcast of the Balefire Outdoors channel on YouTube and a place for me to discuss how our wilderness...well... matters! I will be covering topics related to nature and natural science as well as the skills and gear that help us enjoy the outdoors safely and minimize our impact on the earth. Links: YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/BalefireOutdoors Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/balefireoutdoors/

  1. 04/23/2022

    Goodbye... For Now!

    Unfortunately serious healthcare issues in our household are forcing me to cut unnecessary elements of my free time so that I can spend valuable time with those I care about. Hopefully one day soon we will return full swing 3 - @BalefireOutdoors, Joe

  2. 03/24/2022

    Announcement: A Short Break

    A lot of unplanned projects and events are taking away the time I set aside for the podcast so I am taking a short hiatus. As it is my side project / alternative creative outlet I simply can't prioritize it for a few weeks.

  3. 03/19/2022

    F.U.D. Is Dirtier Than Mud

    Intro Hello everyone and welcome to episode 10 of Wilderness Matters where we discuss the skills, science, and gear necessary to enjoy the outdoors safely and responsibly. I’m your host Joe, the creator of Balefire Outdoors on YouTube. Today we are going to talk F.U.D. and why it’s so important to resist it. Announcements The best way to support the show is to leave us a review on places like iTunes and follow us over on YouTube and Instagram at Balefire Outdoors. Links in the show notes. Episode Rundown S1E10 – F.U.D. Is Dirtier Than Mud Written & Directed By Balefire Outdoors Synopsis:Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt. Today we talk about why we need to stop supporting doomsayers and think for ourselves. From daily life to protecting the outdoors, it’s just evil. Discussion What is F.U.D. ? – Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt The Incentives: Everyone Wants “Secret” Knowledge Money, Discrediting The Opposition, Influence (Personal & Political), Satisfying The Egomaniac Protecting Nature From Corporate Monsters Dirty Politics & Social Engineering Old Wives Tales: A Toxic Inheritance Break Free From The Matrix LEAP: Learn, Educate, Advocate, Participate Overall Thoughts F.U.D. is used by politicians, corporations, and conspiracy theorists but also friends and family. Everyone has a bias and those without a moral compass will use dirty tricks to try and control your opinion and view of the world. There’s plenty of it in the outdoors arena. Fight it. Coming Up Next Episode An Experimental Format: Nature News From Around The World? Links Balefire Outdoors Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BalefireOutdoors Balefire Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/balefireoutdoors/

  4. 03/12/2022

    Episode #9: The Catch-22 Of Sharing Our Love For Nature

    Today I want to discuss two big problems in the outdoors content creator space. Firstly the fact that by putting a camera or notebook between ourselves we can quickly find that we no longer enjoy being outside and secondly that there are many in the creator space who aren't ACTUALLY outdoorsman and give folks an unrealistic idea of what it takes to get outside. Links Balefire Outdoors Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BalefireOutdoors Balefire Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/balefireoutdoors/

  5. 02/26/2022

    Episode #8: Charles Darwin & Survival Of The Cutest

    Intro Hello everyone and welcome to episode 8 of Wilderness Matters where we discuss the skills, science, and gear necessary to enjoy the outdoors safely and responsibly. I’m your host Joe, the creator of Balefire Outdoors on YouTube. Today we are going to talk about the basics behind Darwinian Evolution, Survival Of The Fittest, and how it can help you appreciate the outdoors even more. Announcements The best way to support the show is to leave us a review on places like iTunes and follow us over on YouTube and Instagram at Balefire Outdoors. Links in the show notes. Next week is my “micro break” of sorts so there will be no episode but there will be one the following week so keep your eyes open for a new episode notification. Episode Rundown S1E8 –  Darwin & Survival Of The Cutest Written & Directed By Balefire Outdoors Synopsis: Many think they understand what survival of the fittest means but very few do. In fact, Charles Darwin didn’t even coin the phrase, instead it was a peer who had written to him after the initial “Origin Of Species” had been written. By understanding what Darwin actually meant you will look at nature in a more wondrous way and help break controversial if not toxic stereotypes. Discussion Who was Charles Darwin? Is “The Origin of Species” Worth Reading? Where did “Survival Of The Fittest” Come From? Social “Darwinism” & Scientific Racism What Did Darwin Actually Mean? Cuttlefish Drag & Human Fragility The Descent Of Man: Love Shack, Baby Nature Is Full Of Wonder For Those That Can See It! Overall Thoughts Darwin and his use of “survival of the fittest” are extremely misunderstood. The social Darwinist theory is completely inaccurate and has been used to justify great acts of racism and violence. By understanding what Darwin actually meant we can help cut down on misinformation and appreciate nature for what it really is. The product of many millions of years of evolution and comebacks from extinction events. Nature is truly, WILD! Coming Up Next Episode Next Week Is A Break Week Links Balefire Outdoors Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BalefireOutdoors Balefire Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/balefireoutdoors/ Project Gutenberg: https://www.gutenberg.org/ Origin Of Species (First Edition): https://www.gutenberg.org/files/1228/1228-h/1228-h.htm Origin Of Species (Sixth Edition): https://www.gutenberg.org/files/2009/2009-h/2009-h.htm Descent Of Man: https://www.gutenberg.org/files/2300/2300-h/2300-h.htm Cuttlefish Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KT1-JQTiZGc

  6. 02/19/2022

    Episode #7: Preservation, Conservation, And Modern Environmental Science

    Today we will discuss what are often painted as competing ideologies, preservation and conservation. We will also briefly touch on the modern approach of ecosystem function and biodiversity. I was a bit under the weather this week so a hair shorter than normal. Links Balefire Outdoors Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BalefireOutdoors Balefire Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/balefireoutdoors/

  7. 02/12/2022

    Episode #6: A Clash Of Eras

    Intro Hello everyone and welcome to episode six of Wilderness Matters where we discuss the skills, science, and gear necessary to enjoy the outdoors safely and responsibly. I’m your host Joe, the creator of Balefire Outdoors on YouTube. Today we are going to cover what I consider to be the three most popular schools of thought in outdoorsmanship. Many firmly plant themselves in one of these camps while I myself and a mixture of all three. Announcements The best way to support the show is to leave us a review on places like iTunes and follow us over on YouTube and Instagram at Balefire Outdoors. Links in the show notes. Episode Rundown S1E6 – A Clash Of Eras Written & Directed By Balefire Outdoors Synopsis: Today we cover an ongoing divide in outdoors philosophies. When picking what gear to carry or what skills to learn everyone typically falls into one of three camps. These are the primitive school, the modern school, and what I call the Americana school that falls somewhere in between. Each have their own pros and cons. Discussion An American Point Of View The Three Eras Of Outdoorsmanship Primitive School – Bring As Little Gear As Possible, DIY The Rest Historical Value – The Native Locally Based The Basics Survival Advantage Americana School – Colonial To American Reconstruction Historical Value – The Mountain Man Bushcraft Vs. Woodcraft (Richard Graves, Les Hiddins – Nessmuk, Mors Kochanski) The Trademark Problem (Bushcraft USA LLC, A Forum) Making Do With Less A Bridge Between Worlds LARPing & Dangerous Advice New School – Super Steels And Drone Flying Getting Out In An Increasingly Indoors World Letting Technology Do The Heavy Lifting The Immersion Paradox & Content Creator Strife Overall Thoughts As long as it gets folks outdoors I honestly don’t care which approach they take. We’ve discussed the advantages and disadvantages of each major school of thought. Regardless of what you choose just make sure you don’t lose sight of why you are outdoors! Coming Up Next Episode Conservation VS. Preservation, And The Modern Ecosystem Approach Links Balefire Outdoors Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BalefireOutdoors Balefire Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/balefireoutdoors/

  8. 02/05/2022

    Episode #5: Seven Years Of Creating Content

    A reflective look at my experience over the years. Links Balefire Outdoors Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BalefireOutdoors Balefire Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/balefireoutdoors/ Lee Ralph: https://www.youtube.com/c/LeeRalph100

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This is the official podcast of the Balefire Outdoors channel on YouTube and a place for me to discuss how our wilderness...well... matters! I will be covering topics related to nature and natural science as well as the skills and gear that help us enjoy the outdoors safely and minimize our impact on the earth. Links: YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/BalefireOutdoors Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/balefireoutdoors/

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  • Creator
    Balefire Outdoors
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2022
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Balefire Outdoors
  • Show Website
    Wilderness Matters