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In this episode of The Peripatetics, we return to the theme of wildness with Thoreau as our guide. Reflecting on instinct, the raw power of wild nature, and the human struggle to reassert our own “native rights,” we explore the deeper tensions between civilization and the untamed spirit within.
Through personal stories of transformation and a re-wilding experience in the heart of Kenya, we delve into the sharp contrast between the forces that seek to control and those that preserve the wild. From domesticated animals breaking free to the untamable intellect, we ask: What happens when we lose touch with our wildness, and how do we reclaim it?
Join us as we unravel the rhythms of nature, creativity, and the self, weaving together reflections on art, vocation, and the harmony found only in the wild.
Transcripts of all episodes are available here. Find Trey on Instagram.
Episode Themes Include:
Reclaiming Our Native Rights: This episode explores the concept of wildness within, drawing from Thoreau’s vision of domesticated animals reasserting their native rights. We examine how humans can reclaim their instinctual power, breaking free from societal constraints and rediscovering their true nature.
The Contrast Between Wildness and Civilization: Through personal stories and philosophical reflection, this theme contrasts the raw, untamed forces of nature with the rigid systems of industry, religion, and academia that seek to tame the human spirit. The episode asks how these forces shape, and sometimes suppress, our creativity and freedom.
Wildness as a Creative Force: From the savannahs of Kenya to the inner landscape of the human soul, this theme explores wildness as a source of artistic and intellectual power. The episode reflects on how reconnecting with the wild leads to a more authentic expression of self and art.
About The Show
Inspired by the ancient tradition of walking philosophers — from Aristotle and his followers to Thoreau and Nietzsche — who walked as a way to engage deeply with their thoughts and ideas, The Peripatetics wanders through th e thoughts of great thinkers in nature, art, literature, and philosophy as they intersect with the simple, transformative act of walking.
In season 1, we are discussing Henry David Thoreau’s definitive essay on the subject of walking, connecting it with wisdom from a wide swath of philosophic tradtions which share his devotion to achieving clarity and peace through movement.
Whether you’re a fellow walker, someone looking for a bit of tranquility, or just curious about how a good walk can change your perspective, you’re in the right place.
May your path be smooth and your pace steady.
About The Host
Trey Hill is a filmmaker who cut his teeth as a photographer and one-man-band storyteller for non-profits and NGOs, work which carried him around the world as he sought to expose the inner light present in some of the planet’s most overlooked people. He also spent 10 seasons in the NHL as team photographer for the Dallas Stars and has, for the better part of the last decade, directed TV commercials for global brands, working with household names, musicians, sports heroes, and politicians. In 2019, his feature-length debut, the documentary LOUD KRAZY LOVE about Korn’s Brian “Head” Welch, premiered on Showtime.
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We continue Walking with Thoreau through the wild terrain of uncivilized thought — where genius shatters the temples of knowledge, exposing the unseen forces shaping our reality. Thoreau reminds us that it is the wild, uncultivated mind that truly delights, as free and swift as a mallard in flight.
In this episode of The Peripatetics, we explore the invisible connections that bind us — atomic thoughts dancing like pollen on a pond, elusive yet undeniable. From the rediscovery of an ancient poem, lost for a thousand years, to my own realization of the creative life’s atomic nature, we delve into the tension between certainty and wildness. We examine how long-suppressed ideas, once freed, can spark revolutions in thought, science, and art.
Our journey turns toward the question of the untamed intellect’s role in creativity and the quest for truth itself. Through poetry, philosophy, and personal revelation, we ask: What does it mean to make the darkness visible, and how can we reclaim the wildness within us all?
Transcripts of all episodes are available here. Find Trey on Instagram.
Episode Themes Include:
The Unseen Forces of Genius: This episode explores the invisible elements that drive creativity and knowledge. Through Thoreau’s lens, we encounter the wild, uncultivated thought that shatters conventional understanding, revealing the unseen forces that shape our reality, much like atomic particles that move beneath the surface.
The Tension Between Certainty and Wildness: Drawing on the rediscovery of Lucretius’ On the Nature of Things, this episode delves into the friction between structured knowledge and untamed intellect. It highlights how suppressed ideas, once unleashed, have the power to revolutionize science, philosophy, and art.
Creation as a Manifestation of the Wild: By reflecting on personal revelations about the creative process, the episode likens creation to the atomic nature of existence. Creativity is not about bringing something from nothing, but about connecting wild, seemingly invisible thoughts and making them visible.
Making the Darkness Visible: Inspired by Thoreau’s words, the episode explores the act of illuminating what is hidden, both within ourselves and the world. This theme weaves through poetry, philosophy, and personal reflection, asking how we can uncover the truths buried in our subconscious and wild nature.
The Power of Untamed Thought: Through Thoreau’s celebration of wild thinking, the episode questions the role of untamed intellect in the pursuit of truth. It challenges the listener to reclaim their wildness, to look beyond the domesticated structures of knowledge and rediscover the deeper truths that lie beyond civilization’s grasp.
Wildness as a Catalyst for Creative Thought: The episode presents wild, uncivilized thinking as essential to artistic and intellectual breakthroughs. By embracing the unpredictability and spontaneity of wild thought, we open ourselves to new ways of seeing and understanding the world, much like the way atomic theories reshaped our view of the universe.
About The Show
Inspired by the ancient tradition of walking philosophers — from Aristotle and his followers to Thoreau and Nietzsche — who walked as a way to engage deeply with their thoughts and ideas, The Peripatetics wanders through th e thoughts of great thinkers in nature, art, literature, and philosophy as they intersect with the simple, transformative act of walking.
In season 1, we are discussing Henry David Thoreau’s definitive essay on the subject of walking, connecting it with wisdom from a wide swath of philosophic tradtions which share his devotion to achieving clarity and peace through movement.
Whether you’re a fellow walker, someone looking for a bit of tranquility, or just curious about how a good walk can change your perspective, you’re in the right place.
May your path be smooth and your pace steady.
About The Host
Trey Hill is a filmmaker who cut his teeth as a photographer and one-man-band storyteller for non-profits and NGOs, work which carried him around the world as he sought to expose the inner light present in some of the planet’s most overlooked people. He also spent 10 seasons in the NHL as team photographer for the Dallas Stars and has, for the better part of the last decade, directed TV commercials for global brands, working with household names, musicians, sports heroes, and politicians. In 2019, his feature-length debut, the documentary LOUD KRAZY LOVE about Korn’s Brian “Head” Welch, premiered on Showtime.
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To a world on the brink of madness, at war with itself, Thoreau pointed to a paradoxical truth: “There is a keen enjoyment in a mere animal existence.”
In this episode of The Peripatetics, we explore the precarious balance between humanity’s creative genius and the traps we’ve set for our wild nature. From the endangered mountain lions of Los Angeles, confined by freeways, to the ways in which algorithms confine today’s artists, we navigate a way to bridge the tension between freedom and control, wildness and civilization.
Building on the reflections in episode 7 about Romulus and Remus, I reflect on the original sin of civilization — our betrayal of the wild — and consider whether we can, like the cougar of the Santa Monica Mountains, find our way back to a more untamed existence.Transcripts of all episodes are available here. Find Trey on Instagram.
Click here for Jason Klassi's Cougar Photo.Episode Themes Include:
The Precarious Balance Between Creativity and Control: This episode explores how humanity’s genius for creating can also entrap us, both physically and creatively. From mountain lions confined by highways to artists constrained by algorithms, the tension between freedom and control becomes a central focus. Civilization’s Original Sin: Building on the reflections from Episode 7, the episode delves deeper into civilization’s primal betrayal—the decision to suppress and dominate the wild. This betrayal is seen as the root of humanity’s disconnection from nature, and, by extension, from our own untamed instincts. The Dangers of Domestication: Just as wild animals are confined by human-made barriers, our intellectual and creative freedoms are increasingly limited by societal and technological constraints. The episode questions whether modern life’s algorithmic grids are strangling our wild creativity. Rewilding as a Path to Healing: By exploring the possibility of rewilding both our physical environment and our imaginations, the episode considers how humanity can heal from the wounds inflicted by our disconnection from nature. Can we, like the mountain lion in L.A., find a way to bridge the divide—both within ourselves and in our world—and return to our wild roots? Rewilding the Imagination: We highlight the imagination, not just as a tool for artistic expression, but as a necessary force in rewilding our minds and our landscapes. The episode suggests that a new kind of creativity is required—one that nurtures, rather than confines, the imagination. Freedom Through Connection to Nature: Nature is presented not as something to be controlled or conquered, but as a guide toward freedom. By reconnecting with the natural world, the episode argues that we can break free from the traps of modern life and restore our untamed selves.Join us as we explore the fragile balance between freedom and control, creativity and confinement, and discover how reconnecting with the wild might just be the key to reclaiming our truest selves.
About The Show
Inspired by the ancient tradition of walking philosophers — from Aristotle and his followers to Thoreau and Nietzsche — who walked as a way to engage deeply with their thoughts and ideas, The Peripatetics wanders through th e thoughts of great thinkers in nature, art, literature, and philosophy as they intersect with the simple, transformative act of walking.
In season 1, we are discussing Henry David Thoreau’s definitive essay on the subject of walking, connecting it with wisdom from a wide swath of philosophic tradtions which share his devotion to achieving clarity and peace through movement.
Whether you’re a fellow walker, someone looking for a bit of tranquility, or just curious about how a good walk can change your perspective, you’re in the right place.
May your path be smooth and your pace steady.
About The Host
Trey Hill is a filmmaker who cut his teeth as a photographer and one-man-band storyteller for non-profits and NGOs, work which carried him around the world as he sought to expose the inner light present in some of the planet’s most overlooked people. He also spent 10 seasons in the NHL as team photographer for the Dallas Stars and has, for the better part of the last decade, directed TV commercials for global brands, working with household names, musicians, sports heroes, and politicians. In 2019, his feature-length debut, the documentary LOUD KRAZY LOVE about Korn’s Brian “Head” Welch, premiered on Showtime.
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Drawing on the ancient legend of Romulus and Remus, Thoreau unearths the primal tension between wildness and civilization with his famous declaration: “In Wildness is the preservation of the World.”
In this episode of The Peripatetics, we journey through the mythic origins of Rome, explore its eventual fall, and come face to face with the wild forces that shape individuals and empires. Along the way, I share personal reflections on my childhood at the edge of the Pineywoods in Texas, questioning whether any wildness remains within us in an increasingly domesticated world.
Transcripts of all episodes are available here. Find Trey on Instagram.
Episode Themes Include:
The Tension Between Wildness and Civilization: The episode delves into how wildness provides the raw strength needed for civilizations to rise, but also contains the seeds of their eventual downfall. This theme explores how the primal forces of nature and humanity are both essential and destructive, depending on how they’re wielded. The Paradox of Wildness: Wildness is presented as a contronym—simultaneously representing freedom and danger, nurturing and chaos. This duality is central to understanding how wildness functions in both nature and civilization, as well as in our individual lives. The Loss of Wildness in the Modern World: There’s a personal reflection on whether the wildness within us has been lost due to the domestication of modern life. This mirrors the broader story of Rome, where civilization grows disconnected from its wild roots, ultimately leading to its vulnerability. The Cycle of Rise and Fall: Rome’s mythic origins and eventual fall illustrate a broader truth about the cyclical nature of history—civilizations and individuals are nourished by wildness, but they often lose their way as they seek control, leading to their decline. Reconnecting with Wildness: The episode questions how we can rediscover the wildness within us—whether by exploring natural environments or through our everyday interactions with the untamed aspects of life. This theme invites a deeper reflection on how we can cultivate a balance between wild and civilized impulses. The Role of Nature as Teacher: Throughout the episode, nature is depicted not just as a force to be controlled or feared, but as a guide and nurturer—offering insights into the essence of humanity and the importance of humility in the face of natural forces.Join us as we delve into the deep connections between nature, culture, and identity, revealing how the untamed world continues to shape our inner and outer landscapes.
About The Show
Inspired by the ancient tradition of walking philosophers — from Aristotle and his followers to Thoreau and Nietzsche — who walked as a way to engage deeply with their thoughts and ideas, The Peripatetics wanders through th e thoughts of great thinkers in nature, art, literature, and philosophy as they intersect with the simple, transformative act of walking.
In season 1, we are discussing Henry David Thoreau’s definitive essay on the subject of walking, connecting it with wisdom from a wide swath of philosophic tradtions which share his devotion to achieving clarity and peace through movement.
Whether you’re a fellow walker, someone looking for a bit of tranquility, or just curious about how a good walk can change your perspective, you’re in the right place.
May your path be smooth and your pace steady.
About The Host
Trey Hill is a filmmaker who cut his teeth as a photographer and one-man-band storyteller for non-profits and NGOs, work which carried him around the world as he sought to expose the inner light present in some of the planet’s most overlooked people. He also spent 10 seasons in the NHL as team photographer for the Dallas Stars and has, for the better part of the last decade, directed TV commercials for global brands, working with household names, musicians, sports heroes, and politicians. In 2019, his feature-length debut, the documentary LOUD KRAZY LOVE about Korn’s Brian “Head” Welch, premiered on Showtime.
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Explore the symbolic resonance across time and space, between the light of the past and the pull toward progress. In this episode of The Peripatetics, we examine the tension between Thoreau’s idealized vision for the future and the reality that unfolded, contemplating how to better balance optimism with the complexities created by our drive for expansion, both as individuals and as a society.
Transcripts of all episodes are available here. Find Trey on Instagram.
About The Show
Inspired by the ancient tradition of walking philosophers — from Aristotle and his followers to Thoreau and Nietzsche — who walked as a way to engage deeply with their thoughts and ideas, The Peripatetics wanders through th e thoughts of great thinkers in nature, art, literature, and philosophy as they intersect with the simple, transformative act of walking.
In season 1, we are discussing Henry David Thoreau’s definitive essay on the subject of walking, connecting it with wisdom from a wide swath of philosophic tradtions which share his devotion to achieving clarity and peace through movement.
Whether you’re a fellow walker, someone looking for a bit of tranquility, or just curious about how a good walk can change your perspective, you’re in the right place.
May your path be smooth and your pace steady.
About The Host
Trey Hill is a filmmaker who cut his teeth as a photographer and one-man-band storyteller for non-profits and NGOs, work which carried him around the world as he sought to expose the inner light present in some of the planet’s most overlooked people. He also spent 10 seasons in the NHL as team photographer for the Dallas Stars and has, for the better part of the last decade, directed TV commercials for global brands, working with household names, musicians, sports heroes, and politicians. In 2019, his feature-length debut, the documentary LOUD KRAZY LOVE about Korn’s Brian “Head” Welch, premiered on Showtime.
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Uncover the subtle magnetism of Nature through the paths we choose, both literal and metaphorical. In this episode of The Peripatetics, we explore the pilgrim’s parabolic path, revealing the deeper significance of aligning ourselves with Nature’s guidance, whether venturing into the unknown or returning to familiar ground.
Transcripts of all episodes are available here. Find Trey on Instagram.
About The Show
Inspired by the ancient tradition of walking philosophers — from Aristotle and his followers to Nietzsche and Thoreau — who walked as a way to engage deeply with their thoughts and ideas, The Peripatetics wanders through the thoughts of great thinkers in nature, art, literature, and philosophy as they intersect with the simple, transformative act of walking.
In season 1, we are discussing Henry David Thoreau’s definitive essay on the subject of walking, connecting it with wisdom from a wide swath of philosophic tradtions which share his devotion to achieving clarity and peace through movement.
Whether you’re a fellow walker, someone looking for a bit of tranquility, or just curious about how a good walk can change your perspective, you’re in the right place.
May your path be smooth and your pace steady.
About The Host
Trey Hill is a filmmaker who cut his teeth as a photographer and one-man-band storyteller for non-profits and NGOs, work which carried him around the world as he sought to expose the inner light present in some of the planet’s most overlooked people. He also spent 10 seasons in the NHL as team photographer for the Dallas Stars and has, for the better part of the last decade, directed TV commercials for global brands, working with household names, musicians, sports heroes, and politicians. In 2019, his feature-length debut, the documentary LOUD KRAZY LOVE about Korn’s Brian “Head” Welch, premiered on Showtime.
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Discover the tension between the Holy-Lander and the Degenerate Villager in this episode of The Peripatetics. Join us as we delve into Thoreau’s reflections on how our travels and the roads we take reveal the hidden virtues that can bridge societal divides.
Transcripts of all episodes are available here. Find Trey on Instagram.
About The Show
Inspired by the ancient tradition of walking philosophers — from Aristotle and his followers to Nietzsche and Thoreau — who walked as a way to engage deeply with their thoughts and ideas, The Peripatetics wanders through the thoughts of great thinkers in nature, art, literature, and philosophy as they intersect with the simple, transformative act of walking.
In season 1, we are discussing Henry David Thoreau’s definitive essay on the subject of walking, connecting it with wisdom from a wide swath of philosophic tradtions which share his devotion to achieving clarity and peace through movement.
Whether you’re a fellow walker, someone looking for a bit of tranquility, or just curious about how a good walk can change your perspective, you’re in the right place.
May your path be smooth and your pace steady.
About The Host
Trey Hill is a filmmaker who cut his teeth as a photographer and one-man-band storyteller for non-profits and NGOs, work which carried him around the world as he sought to expose the inner light present in some of the planet’s most overlooked people. He also spent 10 seasons in the NHL as team photographer for the Dallas Stars and has, for the better part of the last decade, directed TV commercials for global brands, working with household names, musicians, sports heroes, and politicians. In 2019, his feature-length debut, the documentary LOUD KRAZY LOVE about Korn’s Brian “Head” Welch, premiered on Showtime.
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Explore the profound interplay between our rugged exteriors and the delicate inner qualities that define our humanity. In this episode of The Peripatetics, we delve into Thoreau’s reflections on how our movement through natural world shapes the finer tissue of our character.
Transcripts of all episodes are available here.
About The Show
Inspired by the ancient tradition of walking philosophers — from Aristotle and his followers to Nietzsche and Thoreau — who walked as a way to engage deeply with their thoughts and ideas, The Peripatetics wanders through the thoughts of great thinkers in nature, art, literature, and philosophy as they intersect with the simple, transformative act of walking.
In season 1, we are discussing Henry David Thoreau’s definitive essay on the subject of walking, connecting it with wisdom from a wide swath of philosophic tradtions which share his devotion to achieving clarity and peace through movement.
Whether you’re a fellow walker, someone looking for a bit of tranquility, or just curious about how a good walk can change your perspective, you’re in the right place.
May your path be smooth and your pace steady.
About The Host
Trey Hill is a filmmaker who cut his teeth as a photographer and one-man-band storyteller for non-profits and NGOs, work which carried him around the world as he sought to expose the inner light present in some of the planet’s most overlooked people. He also spent 10 seasons in the NHL as team photographer for the Dallas Stars and has, for the better part of the last decade, directed TV commercials for global brands, working with household names, musicians, sports heroes, and politicians. In 2019, his feature-length debut, the documentary LOUD KRAZY LOVE about Korn’s Brian “Head” Welch, premiered on Showtime.
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What does it take to become a true walker? In this episode of The Peripatetics, we explore Thoreau’s assertion that walkers are born, not made, and reflect on all that can be solved by walking.
Transcripts of all episodes are available here.
About The Show
Inspired by the ancient tradition of walking philosophers — from Aristotle and his followers to Nietzsche and Thoreau — who walked as a way to engage deeply with their thoughts and ideas, The Peripatetics wanders through the thoughts of great thinkers in nature, art, literature, and philosophy as they intersect with the simple, transformative act of walking.
In season 1, we are discussing Henry David Thoreau’s definitive essay on the subject of walking, connecting it with wisdom from a wide swath of philosophic tradtions which share his devotion to achieving clarity and peace through movement.
Whether you’re a fellow walker, someone looking for a bit of tranquility, or just curious about how a good walk can change your perspective, you’re in the right place.
May your path be smooth and your pace steady.
About The Host
Trey Hill is a filmmaker who cut his teeth as a photographer and one-man-band storyteller for non-profits and NGOs, work which carried him around the world as he sought to expose the inner light present in some of the planet’s most overlooked people. He also spent 10 seasons in the NHL as team photographer for the Dallas Stars and has, for the better part of the last decade, directed TV commercials for global brands, working with household names, musicians, sports heroes, and politicians. In 2019, his feature-length debut, the documentary LOUD KRAZY LOVE about Korn’s Brian “Head” Welch, premiered on Showtime.
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Welcome to The Peripatetics, a podcast that explores the art of seeking stillness for restless wanderers. This season, writer, director, and avid morning walker Trey Hill draws inspiration from Henry David Thoreau’s timeless essay, Walking. In this inaugural episode, The Holy Landers, we delve into the profound connections shared between the modern walker, the religious pilgrim, and our ancient philosophical ancestors.
Transcripts of all episodes are available here.
About The Show
Inspired by the ancient tradition of walking philosophers — from Aristotle and his followers to Nietzsche and Thoreau — who walked as a way to engage deeply with their thoughts and ideas, The Peripatetics wanders through the thoughts of great thinkers in nature, art, literature, and philosophy as they intersect with the simple, transformative act of walking.
In season 1, we are discussing Henry David Thoreau’s definitive essay on the subject of walking, connecting it with wisdom from a wide swath of philosophic tradtions which share his devotion to achieving clarity and peace through movement.
Whether you’re a fellow walker, someone looking for a bit of tranquility, or just curious about how a good walk can change your perspective, you’re in the right place.
May your path be smooth and your pace steady.
About The Host
Trey Hill is a filmmaker who cut his teeth as a photographer and one-man-band storyteller for non-profits and NGOs, work which carried him around the world as he sought to expose the inner light present in some of the planet’s most overlooked people. He also spent 10 seasons in the NHL as team photographer for the Dallas Stars and has, for the better part of the last decade, directed TV commercials for global brands, working with household names, musicians, sports heroes, and politicians. In 2019, his feature-length debut, the documentary LOUD KRAZY LOVE about Korn’s Brian “Head” Welch, premiered on Showtime.
