Nature

[close] Our title is a playful nod to C.S. Lewis’s 1944 lecture, "The Inner Ring." In it, Lewis warns against the subtle temptation to chase ever‑smaller, more exclusive circles — the “in crowd” — at the cost of integrity and joy. The “Outer Ring” flips that idea on its head: we welcome the mix of familiar and unfamiliar voices, valuing curiosity, honesty, and genuine connection over status or secrecy. Here, the only ring worth joining is the one that stays open.

[close] This global discussion group has been designed to encourage debates about important and underreported issues of our era. All you need is an enquiring mind and a desire to gain or share “underground knowledge”. This is also a place to discuss the controversial topics explored in The Underground Knowledge Series (non-fiction books) by James Morcan & Lance Morcan as well as the Underground Knowledge podcast show.

[close] How do we save and rewild our natural spaces? How can we restore wildlife populations? How do we overcome adversity to rally communities? What are the most responsible ways to experience nature? These are questions answered through the Rewildology Podcast hosted by Brooke Mitchell, conservation biologist and adventure traveler. Join us as we deep dive into the books shared in the podcast with the authors in Q&A's (when possible)! We're thrilled to have you here.

[close] I don't know, I'm just trying to see if this works the way I'd like.