Step into the untamed world of wildlife with Reginald D as he interviews renowned explorer, wildlife expert, and author Rusty Johnson. From a challenging childhood battling dyslexia to captivating audiences at Princeton University, Rusty shares his incredible journey of resilience and passion. Discover his fascinating experiences guiding Amazon jungle tours, co-starring in Hotel Amazon on the Travel Channel, and learning shamanic healing with venom medicine. Rusty's tales of animal training, jungle survival, and connecting with indigenous tribes will inspire and leave you in awe. Don’t miss this unforgettable episode packed with adventure, life lessons, and wild wisdom.

Rusty has been exploring, filming, and guiding in the Peruvian Amazon for over 20 years. He was the main character and consulting producer of the Travel Channel's Hotel Amazon (currently on DiscoveryPLUS) and has consulted for National Geographic Television, the Discovery Channel, Animal Plants, A&E and Dateline.

Rusty shared his incredible journey from a young boy with a passion for animals to becoming an Amazon jungle guide and public speaker and recounted his early fascination with wildlife, struggling with dyslexia and ADD, and his solace and purpose in working with animals.

Rusty also shared his adventures in the Amazon rainforest and his insights into natural medicines derived from plants and wildlife, and shared information about the healing properties of these natural remedies and his company, Amazon Holistics, where he grows and provides you with Amazon Holistic plant products.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in wildlife, natural medicine, and the incredible journey of a man dedicated to understanding and protecting the natural world. You can book your own private Amazon tour with Rusty!

Rusty's Info:
Website: https://www.RustyJohnson.tv   
Rusty's Holistic Medicine: https://www.amazonholistics.com

00:00:00 - Introduction to Rusty Johnson
00:00:58 - Rusty's Early Fascination with Wildlife
00:01:30 - Overcoming Dyslexia and ADD
00:02:54 - Becoming a Falconer and Public Speaker
00:03:45 - Working with Jim Fowler and Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom
00:04:15 -  Understanding and Training Wildlife
00:05:56 - Connection Between Field Work and Public Speaking
00:08:55 - Challenges in the Amazon Rainforest
00:12:53 -  Shamanic Practices and Viper Venom Medicine
00:17:08 -  Ayahuasca and Its Benefits
00:19:05

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