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300.We Went Where? A Real Herbalist's Path

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 21:10:26 GMT

Candace and Patrick talk about the path Real Herbalism Radio has taken in this epic episode. Which show was most heartwarming? Nerve-wracking? Silliest? Who was the biggest Eye-Opener? They shared many of the behind-the-scenes stories and trials and tribulations they've experienced on the Real Herbalism Radio path and talked about awaits.

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299.Scent and the Psyche with Erika Galentin-Herb Chat

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 22:07:03 GMT

Candace and Patrick talked about the power of Aroma in healing and herbal practice. They reflected on their conversation with Erika @sovereigntyherbs last week and how her approach to Aromatherapy and Essential Oils is both practical and powerful. Candace answered an Herbal 101 question from Michaela about Essential Oils and Cold Pressed Oil.

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298.Scent and the Psyche with Erika Galentin

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 20:18:29 GMT

Scent can awaken in us the deepest memories and strongest and most visceral reactions. That can be mighty powerful medicine.

Today, we're talking with Erika Galentin, Clinical Herbalist at Sovereignty Herbs, about using Hydrosols and Essential Oils to re-write the story of your well-being.

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297.Holistic Medicine and the Extracellular Matrix with Matthew Wood-Herb Chat

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 17:11:23 GMT

Candace and Patrick talked about Holistic Medicine and the Extracellular Matrix by Matthew Wood. The conversation was about how Matthew has offered all of us a solid perspective shift, herbalists and scientists alike Candace reflected on coming full-circle in her practice and understanding of how The Plants work to help us heal and how important perspective can be in that understanding. They also talked about finding the right words.

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296.Holistic Medicine and the Extracellular Matrix with Matthew Wood

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 00:02:55 GMT

Herbalism and Holistic Medicine often clash with modern Scientific champions over the best path to healing. The thing is...the two are far more intimately connected in their research and results than they realize.

Today, we're talking with Matthew Wood, Herbalist with a Masters of Science and Herbal Medicine from the Scottish School of Herbalism accredited by the University of Wales, author of many books on herbalism, Herbal Educator and Practitioner at the Matthew Wood Institute of Herbalism about modern and traditional perspectives on why Holistic Healing works.

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295.Modern Medicine Meets Herbalism with Dawn Laska-Tommerdahl-Herb Chat

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 22:05:20 GMT

Candace and Patrick reflected on their chat with Dawn Laska-Tommerdahl last week. They shared how she's influenced their use of incense to heal through the years and encouraged them to experiment. Patrick shared his top tip for becoming a Real Terrific Herbalist.

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294.Modern Medicine Meets Herbalism with Dawn Lacska-Tommerdahl

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 01:17:25 GMT

The intersection between The Plants and modern medicine is both practical and spiritual. The Plants know how to manifest the spiritual in powerful and deeply healing ways.

Today, we're talking with Dawn Lacska-Tommerdahl, RN, Master Herbalist, Registered Herbalist with the American Herbalist Guild (RH, AHG), and owner of Dawn's Enchanted Garden about tapping into the blended healing nature of The Plants.

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293.Seeing Healing in a Bigger Way through Ashkenazi Herbalism with Deatra Cohen and Adam Siegel-Herb Chat

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 22:31:39 GMT

Candace and Patrick talked their Solstice Plans and how the conversation with Deatra and Adam last week reflected in our current world, including challenges we've all faced and walking the line between Spirit and Physical healing.

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292.Seeing Healing in a Bigger Way through Ashkenazi Herbalism with Deatra Cohen and Adam Siegel

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 18:39:40 GMT

As modern herbalists, we often focus on the healing properties of The Plants...and we've narrowed our definition of Healing to mainly the physicality of life. That's not how it always was. Before, The Plants let us see healing in a much Bigger way.

Today, we're talking with Deatra Cohen and Adam Siegel, authors of Ashkenazi Herbalism: Rediscovering the Traditions of Eastern European Jews, about seeing The Plants from a broader healing perspective.

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291.Herbs for the Crossroads with Rhea Humann-Herb Chat

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 00:02:21 GMT

Candace and Patrick reflected on their conversation with Rhea last week. Patrick had lots to say about growing older and the differences he notices between his own generation and the Millenials. Candace suggested he's really an old man. They discussed the changes that the pandemic have created for so many of us and how the plants can help us find our way.

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290.Herbs for the Crossroads with Rhea Humann

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:36:50 GMT

At some point in our lives, we all find ourselves facing a Crossroads. When life leads you into the place of change and big decision, it's good to know you have a few herbal allies who will help you find your way forward.

Today, we're talking with Rhea Humann, certified Herbalist and Health Coach and owner of The Persistent Pestle Apothecary and Tea Shop about herbs for the crossroads.

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289.Armchair to Action, Becoming an Herbalist with Leslie Shalduha-Herb Chat

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 23:58:50 GMT

Candace and Patrick loved talking with Leslie Shalduha last week. They talked about their own challenges in getting started with herbalism back-in-the-day. They shared a story or two of some of their early efforts and what it took to overcome the old patterning. They finished off with an answer to an Herbal 101 question from Valerie about measuring for tincture-making.

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288.Armchair to Action, Becoming an Herbalist with Leslie Shalduha

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 03:45:17 GMT

Are you an armchair herbalist?

Loads of well-worn herbal books on your shelf and romantic ideas about herbs as a lifestyle with a strange block to actually adopting the herbal practice. That is a clear sign you are.

Today, we're talking with Leslie Shalduha, practicing herbalist at Sassy Llama Apothecary, makers of simple everyday herbal products, about moving from being an armchair herbalist into becoming an herbalist in your own right.

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287.The 5 Best Icelandic Skincare Herbs with Anna Rosa-Herb Chat

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 02:37:44 GMT

Candace and Patrick talked about Wildcrafting this week. Patrick shared his disappointment at the shattering of his romantic idea of how Anna Rosa does it...and considered the reasons why his fantasy and her reality aren't quilt the same. Candace answered an Herbal 101 question on herbs for neuropathy.

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286.Five Best Icelandic Skincare Herbs with Anna Rosa

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 01:31:11 GMT

When herbalists think of skin, we often jump straight to trauma-medicine. We think of herbs to heal burns and cuts and rashes...but what about preventing problems and creating glowing, healthy skin?

Today, we're talking with Anna Rosa, Medical Herbalist and founder of Anna Rosa Skincare about the power and beauty of Icelandic Herbal Skincare.

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285.Uncovering the Secrets of Ashkenazi Herbalism with Deatra Cohen and Adam Siegel-Herb Chat

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 23:15:59 GMT

Candace and Patrick talked about the importance of understanding historical uses and practices in herbalism. They reflected on the power of their conversation with Deatra Cohen and Adam Siegel last week and talked about some of the cross-currents of historical Eastern Europe in The Pale of Settlement as compared to modern herbalism in the USA.

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284.Uncovering the Secrets of Ashkenazi Herbalism with Deatra Cohen and Adam Siegel

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 04:18:10 GMT

The Plants love to show us their secrets, most especially when those secrets involve us humans. And, they love to inspire us to uncover the good, the bad, and the healing in those stories.

Today, we're talking with Deatra Cohen and Adam Siegel, authors of Ashkenazi Herbalism: Rediscovering the Traditions of Eastern European Jews, about finding the way to uncovering the healing history of The Plants.

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283.Perspectives on the Herbal Path with Matthew Wood-Herb Chat

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 02:02:46 GMT

Candace and Patrick reflected on their conversation with Matthew Wood last week. They talked about how the Herbal field has changed and how different some of the challenges young herbalists face today are from those Matthew and others like him faced. They also talked about changing perspectives and the benefits of seeing The Plants from many different angles.

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282.Perspectives on the Herbal Path with Matthew Wood

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 22:10:05 GMT

No matter where we start our journey on the Herbal Path, The Plants are guaranteed to offer us a few perspective shifts as they show us where healing is most needed.

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281.Growing an Herbalist with Dawn Laska-Tommerdahl-Herb Chat

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 00:21:45 GMT

Candace and Patrick talked about the future of medicine and what it takes to be healthy in today's world, all inspired by their conversation with Dawn Laska-Tommerdahl last week. The also talked about the importance of being educated and asking your healthcare providers to be educated on plant-based medicines and lifestyles and on the power of asking for what you really want.

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280.Growing an Herbalist with Dawn Lacska-Tommerdahl

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 01:37:03 GMT

You don't know what you want to be when you grow up?

Not to worry! The Plants will lead you in the right direction no matter where you've gotten your start. They have a knack for merging disparate paths.

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279.Natural Approach to Cold and Flu Season with KP Khalsa-Herb Chat

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 03:12:55 GMT

Candace and Patrick talk about how they're preparing for cold and flu season, reflect on the herbal home remedies KP Khalsa suggested in last week's show, and talk about how they're building immunity as the cold months draw near.

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278.Natural Approach to Cold and Flu Season with KP Khalsa

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 01:39:11 GMT

As days grow long, we herbalists get busy in field and the kitchen preparing for the cold months ahead. What are we whipping up?

Today, we're talking with K.P. Khalsa, Ayurvedic Doctor and State Licenced Nutritionist, about the Best Natural Approach to Flu and Cold Season.

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277.Saving Seeds Successfully with Elise and Jeff of Oshala Farm-Herb Chat

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 02:53:55 GMT

Candace and Patrick chatted about GMO seeds and whether that technology is a thing of the past...or will be soon. They ruminated on climate change and how genetic modifications may or may not have an intregal relationship. Plus, they answered an Herbal 101 question on mugwort substitutes.

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276.Saving Seeds Successfully with Elise and Jeff of Oshala Farm

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 01:34:04 GMT

The idea of saving seed has the ring of romance and old-timey nostalgia about it. For many herbalists, it's a neat idea we may or may not implement...and when we do, we're often not super thoughtful at it.

Today, we're talking with Elise and Jeff Higley of Oshala Farm about the art of salving seeds for healthy, bio-regionally adapted herbal success.

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275.Burnout-How to ID and Fix it Naturally-Herb Chat

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 01:31:22 GMT

Candace and Patrick discuss some of the challenges of re-integrating into regular life after recovering from Burnout. Challenges in changing lifestyle and attitudes were at the core of their chat. They covered a few herbs that're useful for sticking to the choices that'll help you avoid burnout again.

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274.Burnout-How to ID and Fix it Naturally

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 01:35:32 GMT

Exhaustion, Collapse, Nervous Exhaustion, Breakdown, Adrenal fatigue, Mental breakdown, Fried, Drained, Weary, Worn out, Stale, Devoured, Beat, Mental…Burnout has a thousand names. All of them spell trouble.

Today, we’re talking about what it means to be utterly exhausted and how to lean into herbal medicine and natural approaches to fix it.

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273.Community Garden Healing with Rebecca Ingalls-Herb Chat

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 01:36:01 GMT

Candace and Patrick are back from Summer Hiatus chatting about herbs in teh garden, climate change, community gardening and finding inspiration from Rebecca Ingalls' work, and the amazing medicinal power of culinary herbs.

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272.Community Garden Healing with Rebecca Ingalls

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 01:32:09 GMT

Plants create a kind of connection many of us crave, even when we don't realize it. When you step out into nature, that connection happens and it even Heals the places we didn't even know were hurt.

Today, we're talking with Rebecca Ingalls, herbalist at Palmer Pond Botanicals and psychotherapist at Swamp Scott Counseling about the healing and joy you can find in a community garden.

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271 Plant Guided Herb Farming with Elise and Jeff of Oshala Farm Herb Chat

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 01:00:00 GMT

Candace and Patrick reflected on the many ways we Herbalists can make our living. They chat with Elise and Jeff of Oshala Farm last week got them thinking about how wide the term Herbalist really is...about as big as the Plants themselves.

They explored many ways in which we who love and respect the plants can make a living and even thrive as Herbalists.

Candace defined the term Herbal-Maker. Patrick strategized on ways to focus your practice.

And, they suggested a practical exercise for focused thinking at home you can use and adapt to make good choices both for your own Home Herb Garden and for your own Herbal Practice.

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270.Plant Guided Herb Farming with Elise and Jeff of Oshala Farm

Thu, 27 May 2021 01:00:00 GMT

What happens when you let go and let The Plants show you the path?

Oooooh...

Organic.

Sustainable.

Local.

Healthy.

Earth-Centered Living.

It's hard to go wrong when you follow the calling, but the path may be rocky at times. Even then, The Plants will provide.

Today, we're talking with Elise and Jeff Higley of Oshala Farm about following The Plants into The Farm and Beyond.

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269.Embracing Change on the Herbal Path with Anna Rosa Herb Chat

Thu, 20 May 2021 01:00:00 GMT

Candace and Patrick discussed connecting with herbs as well as hearing Anna Rosa talk about making more money and how to make that happen. They talked about starting The Real Herb Market and how working with so many tremendous herbal product makers is a way of following their bliss. They also talked about whether or not Joseph Campbell's famous quote, "Follow Your Bliss" and the rest will come, is a huge lie, a myth, or a potential reality.

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268.Embracing Change on the Herbal Path with Anna Rosa

Thu, 13 May 2021 01:32:15 GMT

Life, like The Plants, is full of change. As an herbalist, that truth seems obvious.

Still, we can find ourselves looking at what once worked so well with new eyes. Change has happened, and now we must change wit it.

today, we're talking with Anna Rosa, Medical Herbalist and founder of Anna Rosa Skincare about embracing the change in our lives as we travel the herbal path.

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267.Garden to Prevent Lyme Disease with Alexis Chesney

Thu, 06 May 2021 01:39:50 GMT

Candace and Patrick talked Tick Prevention, including the brilliance of Alexis Chesney's strategy for using Herbs to support your immune system. Preparing for Allergy Season, strengthening the body before getting the COVID vaccine, and, of course, Protecting against Ticks were hot topics in this episode, as was cleansing body and home.

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266.Gardening to Prevent Lyme Disease with Alexis Chesney

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 23:33:59 GMT

As the seed catalogs start to arrive and we turn our thoughts from last year's harvest to the restfulness of winter and promise of spring, there's one critter too many of us completely forget to prepare for.

Today, we're talking with Alexis Chesney, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine and author of Preventing Lyme and Other Tick-Borne Diseases about planning and prepping for Tick Season.

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265.A Powerful Natural Medicine Path with KP Khalsa

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 01:31:16 GMT

Candace and Patrick talked about getting to the point of No Solution in Western Medicine and how much we all need diversity in our medical care system. They discussed owning your power to create health for yourself, and they answered an Herbal 101 question from Vinon about nettles.

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264.A Powerful Natural Medicine Path with KP Khalsa

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 01:31:50 GMT

Plants either languish or thrive when faced with serious adversity. Those that thrive follow the path of the most Powerful Medicine. So, too, it is with people.

Today, we're talking with K.P. Khalsa, Ayurvedic Doctor and State Licenced Nutritionist, about facing challenge and finding your own path into Powerful Medicine.

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263.Crisis Leads to the Herbal Life with Leslie Shalduha-Herb Chat

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 23:46:35 GMT

Candace and Patrick make a few silly jokes...okay, Candace made one silly joke...then they reflected on the wisdom they gleaned from their conversation with Leslie Shalduha of Sassy Llama Apothecary last week. Topics included making good choices for health and the challenges in doing so, good nutrition and how that changes as we age, and recognizing the support we need at each step of the way.

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262.Crisis Leads to The Herbal Life with Leslie Shalduha

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 02:05:06 GMT

Sometimes, it takes a crisis to get us to really see the right path. Do or Die, the wake-up call almost always leads us into a whole new adventure. The Plants surely do celebrate when we join them!

Today, we're talking with Leslie Shalduha, practicing herbalist at Sassy Llama Apothecary, makers of simple everyday herbal products, about getting up after crisis has awakened you to The Herbal Path.

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261.Ritual for Deep Healing with Leslie Korn-Herb Chat

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 01:30:55 GMT

Candace and Patrick talked about the meaning of ritual in their lives and how ritual shows up for them daily, weekly, and in the context of bigger events. They talked about Men's Rituals and how the tradition of ritual for men has shifted as compared to that for women. They also talked a little about the Rituals of Spring.

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260.Ritual for Deep Healing with Leslie Korn

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 01:31:34 GMT

Ritual is a powerful tool in the Herbalist's toolbox. With the support of the Plants, we can mvoe through transition, change, and even trauma Empowered and Healed.

Today, we're talking with Leslie Korn, Doctor of Integrative Medicine for Mental Health, Herbalist, and Author of Natural Woman: Herbal Remedies for Radiant Health at Every Age and Stage of Life about using Ritual powerfully.

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259.New Millennium, New Path-Herb Chat

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 02:31:30 GMT

Candace and Patrick chatted about Alyssa's path into herbalism-especially the huge shift she made and how she found her inspiration in modern television. They talked about being Blindsided and Becoming Herbalist in a Shamanic way.

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258.New Millennium, New Path with Alyssa Humann

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 02:36:34 GMT

No matter where you are in the world, The Plants will find you. Some of us are lucky enough to grow up with Herbal Medicine as just a part of life. But, what happens when you move--and find out everyone else forgot the Magic of The Plants?

Today, we're talking with Alyssa Humann, certified Herbalist and Mid-level Health Coach, owner of The Persistent Pestle Apothecary and Tea Shop and Professional Witchy Chick about finding the Magic of The Plants anywhere you are.

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257.Finding Medicine on the Garden Path - Herb Chat

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 00:59:39 GMT

Candace and Patrick get real about how Essential Oils, Hydrosols, and herbs factor into their lives. Candace reveals one of her Little Secrets. Patrick expresses his shock and indignation over the revelation...before acknowledging that certain uses of essential oil spritzers and the like might be actually a welcome addition to home and office for one and all.

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256.Finding Medicine on the Garden Path with Erika Galentin

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 03:49:56 GMT

The intersection of Modern Medicine with the Deep Healing of the Garden can produce the most amazing Herbs...and Herbalists.

Today, we're talking with Erika Galentin, Clinical Herbalist at Sovereignty Herbs, about finding the Joy, the Power, and the Medicine along the garden path.

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255.Best Approach to Magic Mushrooms & Psilocybins - Herb Chat

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 02:32:13 GMT

Candace and Patrick talked about where Oregon has gotten so far since legalizing the use of Psilocybin Mushrooms, aka Magic Mushrooms, for therapeutic use. They covered psychedelics as therapy, profitable business, vacation, and in the stock market. They also talked a little about a new project they've been working on that'll be launching this spring.

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254.Best Approach to Magic Mushrooms with Bett Williams Marketing Info

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 02:42:56 GMT

Herbal Medicines may come in neatly packaged boxes or beautifully labeled bottles today, but they were all once rooted in the healing space of Nature. We can still touch the Magic and power of thse spaces to deepen the medicine for ourselves and others.

Today, we're talking with Bett Williams, author of The Wild Kindness: A Psilocybin Odyssey and who's essays appear in Lucid News and Double Blind Magazine, about ceremony, the Mushrooms, and the Medicine of ritual.

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253.Connecting to Herbs Amid Chaos with Rebecca Ingalls-Herb Chat

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 01:13:57 GMT

Candace and Patrick reflect on the chaos of the past few weeks, their conversation with Rebecca Ingalls of Swampscott Counseling and Palmer Pond Botanicals, and how they're coping with the stress.

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252.Connecting to Herbs Amid Chaos with Rebecca Ingalls

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 02:34:53 GMT

Change can transform our lives, as we're all experiencing through these crazy times. Often, radical change helps us make the connections that show us our life's passion and sets us on our path.

Today, we're talking with Rebecca Ingalls, herbalist at Palmer Pond Botanicals and psychotherapist at Swamp Scott Counseling about connecting with your path through chaotic times.

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251.3 Key Herbal Actions for Keeping Your Resolutions Herb Chat

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 02:31:44 GMT

Candace and Patrick talk about how the first week of their 2021 New Year's Resolutions have gone. They shared a few tips for using some of the herbs they talked about last week to support you through change and answered an Herbal 101 question on Stevia for Quitting Smoking.

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250.Keep Your New Year Resolutions with Plant Support:

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 02:49:31 GMT

If you're like us, you're kicking off the new year with Resolutions. And, if you're like us, keeping them past Ground Hog's Day may be a bit of a challenge! Luckily, Herbalists have a secret weapon that takes the edge off the stress that comes with change.

Today, we're talking about the three Herbal Actions you'll want on your side if you really do want to keep your New Year's Resolutions all year long.

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249.Being in an Herbal Business-Herb Chat

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 01:52:19 GMT

Candace and Patrick talk about the realities of being in business at The Practical Herbalist and elsewhere. They share their thoughts on affiliate programs, setting goals for the upcoming year, and the importance of connecting with other business owners. They also mention a few upcoming changes for the Herbal Nerd Society and The Practical Herbalist.

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248.Being in an Herbal Business with Yolanda Joy

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 02:36:01 GMT

Launching your first Herbal Adventure is thrilling and fighteining at the same time. Add to that the need to make money doing it, and you've got an Herbal Business-which can be quite a challenge. Having support as you go is key to success in all aspects of Herbalism.

Today, we're talking with Yolanda Joy, Herbalist and founder of Herbal Entrepreneur, about getting started with and running your own Herbal Business.

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247.The Wild Kindness-Herb Chat

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 22:56:57 GMT

Candace and Patrick chatted about Psilocybin Mushrooms and Cannabis...and what it means to legalize, to decriminalize, and to medicalize these herbal medicines. Candace reveals just how many times she's imbibed. Patrick explains measures 109 and 110 in Oregon and what they mean.

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246.The Wild Kindness with Bett Williams

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 23:59:40 GMT

We often talk as Herbalists about the Wisdom of the Plants and the Deep Healing and Lessons they offer. Their cousins, the Fungi, can open us up to a whole new world of wisdom, if we dare to explore it in partnership with them.

Today, we're talking with Bett Williams, author of The Wild Kindness: A Psilocybin Odyssey and who's essays are apprearing in Lucid News and Double Blind Magazine, about partnering with the mushrooms.

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245.Healthy Nutrition=Healthy Life-Herb Chat

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 01:31:50 GMT

Candace and Patrick talk about the benefits of cooking at home. Patrick raves a bit about those beans, and Candace divulges their out-to-eat secret.

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244.Healthy Nutrition=Healthy Life with Phyllis D. Light

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 01:32:49 GMT

When times are lean and when they're bountiful, one basic tenet holds true -- Good Health relies on Good Nutrition.

Today, we're talking with Phyllis D. Light, Folk Herbalist, about how to make sound nutrition a part of your life.

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243.Business Planning for Herbalists-Herb Chat

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 02:45:24 GMT

Candace and Patrick talk about the realities of business, their appreciation of the energy Katja and Ryn bring to teaching, and the importance of Diversity in Pandemic and post-Pandemic life.

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242.Business Planning for Herbalists with Katja and Ryn

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 01:34:06 GMT

So, ya want to be an Herbalist, do ya?

If that question's one you've been fielding or even entertained, you're not alone. As plant-based medicine has grown over the past decade or more, many people are finding their passion for herbs pulling them into full-time work. That often means a crash course inBusiness, too.

Today, we're talking with Katja and Ryn from Commonwealth Center for Holistic Herbalism about Herbalism and Finding your Herbal Career.

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241.Herbal Vinegars - Herb Chat

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 01:33:21 GMT

Candace and Patrick come clean about their stash of herbal vinegars. Patrick claims innocence, but the truth is out now. They talk about their apprecation for Kami's ideas for using Herbal Vinegars daily.

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240.Herbal Vinegars with Kami McBride

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 01:49:12 GMT

Herbal Vinegars are so easy to make, and make, and make! But, what do you do when you realize you have loads more than your pantry can hold? Today, we're talking with Kami McBride, author of The Herbal Kitchen and teacher of Herbal Medicine since 1988 about Making and Enjoying Herbal Vinegars.

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239.Biodynamic Farming - Herb Chat

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 02:37:54 GMT

Candace and Patrick talk about their visit with Tony DiMaggio of Sacred Blossom Farm. They talk about trying Angel herbal tea and about the health benefits of good soil - for plants and humans alike.

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238.Polyculture=Quality.Biodynamic Farming with Tony DiMaggio

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:37:36 GMT

A decade or so ago, we saw a big push in the Herb World toward Wildcrafted herbs because they make better, stronger medicine. That push endangered many wild areas and plant populations...and it underscored the importance of looking to Mother Nature to school us in growing good medicine. Today, we're talking with Tony DiMaggio, owner and operator of Sacred Blossom Polyculture Herb Farm, about Polyculture farming for strong Plants and Plant Medicine.

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237.Natural Woman - Herb Chat

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 00:38:42 GMT

Candace and Patrick talk about their visit with Leslie Korn, the recipes they tried from Natural Woman, and the wisdom of using herbs daily. They also talked about Oleander in Herbs in the News.

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236.Natural Woman with Leslie Korn

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 01:36:25 GMT

The Path of Plants takes some of us across the globe, challenging us to open up to new cultures, new medicines, and often the parts of ourselves that yearn for expression.Today, we're talking with Leslie Korn, Doctor of Integrative Medicine for Mental Health, Herbalist, and Author of Natural Woman: Herbal Remedies for Radiant Health at Every Age and Stage of Life about how challenge, trauma, and the Plants can lead us to our Best Lived Life.

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235.Fermented Foods for Gut Health-Herb Chat

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 01:34:22 GMT

Candace and Patrick talk about the Kimchi Challenge. Patrick shares his experience and offers his tips for making your go at Kimchi a success. They answer a question about vitamin B12 for the Vegan Diet.

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234.Fermented Foods and Pickles for Gut Health

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 01:43:11 GMT

To Pickle or to Ferment, that is the question. For the Home Herbalist, it's a really good one, too. One is quick and easy while the other turns food into better medicine but takes longer. Is the medicine of fermented foods really helpful?

Today, Candace and Patrick are talking about the differences between pickling and fermenting your fresh fruits and vegetables to make the best Food as Medicine for your family.

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233.Walking the Southern Folk Medicine Path - Herb Chat

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 01:18:10 GMT

Candace and Patrick talk about Wildcrafting, Victory Gardens, and the real healing that comes from connection to nature.

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232.Walking the Southern Folk Medicine Path with Phyllis D. Light

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 01:18:40 GMT

Tradition plays a huge role in how we approach our health. Whether we recognize it or not, our culture guides us, providing a framework for how we encounter the plants. Bringing those pieces of culture to the surface is a healing of its own.

Today, we're talking with Phyllis D. Light, folk herbalist, about walking the Path of Tradition through wood, field, and town.

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231.Plant-Supported Partnership - Herb Chat

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 01:20:17 GMT

Today, Candace and Patrick talked unscripted about what it's like to be in business together, the challenges of being in business and of being in partnership, and about the unrelenting nature of Entrepreneurial ship.

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230.Plant-Supported Partnership with Katja and Ryn

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 02:38:47 GMT

The idea of a Power Couple is really common in business and politics, but what does that look like in Herbalism? It looks like a Plant-supported Marriage between Business and Herbs, with some truly inspired benefits.

Today, we're talking with Katja and Ryn from Commonwealth Center for Holistic Herbalism about business, plant medicine, and the Herbal Life.

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229.Preventing Lyme – Herb Chat

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 02:13:05 GMT

Candace and Patrick talked about their visit with Alexis Chesney. Patrick shivered all over again over the many ticks who are out there just waiting to latch on.

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228.Preventing Lyme with Alexis Chesney

Thu, 28 May 2020 00:40:52 GMT

Many of us are inspired to study Plant Medicines by our Elders. The path to Plants is often challenging and filled with opportunities.

Today, we're talking with Alexis Chesney, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine and author of Preventing Lyme and Other Tick-Borne Diseases about finding the healing intersections in the Natural World.

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227.Wandering into Farming - Herb Chat

Thu, 21 May 2020 03:58:30 GMT

Candace and Patrick give Tiger Tea from Sacred Blossom Farm a try then talk a bit about growing good herbs, the effect of stress on plants (like gravel pile Oregano), and reflect on the Herbs in Action summit.

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226.Wandering into Farming with Tony DiMaggio

Thu, 14 May 2020 01:02:45 GMT

Making a difference in the world is one of the dreams so many of us set out into the world to do. As Herbalists, we often follow a sorted and sometimes colorful path to manifest that dream.

Today, we're talking with Tony DiMaggio, owner and operator of Sacred Blossom Polyculture Herb Farm, about wandering the world and rooting into Making a Real Difference.

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225.Our Herbal Kitchen - Herb Chat

Thu, 07 May 2020 01:33:26 GMT

Candace and Patrick talk about their culinary Herbal Adventures...including making Ghee using Kami McBride's technique.

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224.The Herbal Kitchen with Kami McBride

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 00:12:53 GMT

The Path into Herbalism isn't always an easy one. Sometimes, we've got to face mighty challenges. Often, it's exactly those challenge that propel us into the next level.

Today, we're talking with Kami McBride, author of The Herbal Kitchen and teacher of Herbal Medicine since 1988 about making the Herbal Lifestyle a real part of your life.

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223.Finding an Herbal Business Path - Herb Chat

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 01:22:00 GMT

Candace and Patrick talk about their visit with Yolanda, the Herbal Entrepreneur Conference, and being in business online as an herbalist.

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222.Finding an Herbal Business Path with Yolanda Joy

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 01:40:10 GMT

Place is hugely important to plants. The environment a plant's rooted in influences how it grows. So, too, it is with Herbalists. We often begin life and our professional life with one idea of what we'll do...Then the Plants sprout new ideas and we're hooked.

Today, we're talking with Yolanda Joy, Herbalist and founder of Herbal Entrepreneur, about drawing inspiration from your environment.

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221.Full Immersion Healing - Herb Chat

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 01:33:07 GMT

Candace and Patrick talked about Full Immersion Healing and Thomas Easley’s vision for creating space for Deep Healing from an Herbalist’s perspective. They talked a bit about applying those ideas at home and shared some tips for supporting the changes you’d like to make in your health and your life. And covered Herbs in the News.

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220.Full Immersion Healing with Thomas Easley

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 02:16:21 GMT

Many of us have heard of Herb Camps and Herbal Retreats, but rarely do we connect those to the Old European concept of the Convalescent Health Retreat or the Indian practice of Ayurvedic Panchakarma therapy.

Today, we're talking with Thomas Easley, Director of the Eclectic School Herbal Medicine and founder of Functional Herbalism about the value of full-immersion Herbal Healing.

Note: This show was first recorded in 2018.

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219.Three Kingdoms Healing - Herb Chat

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 00:29:02 GMT

Candace and Patrick talk about applying Maia's teachings to life - woo-woo and practical application. And...Candace sings!

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218.Three Kingdoms Healing with Maia Toll

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 03:07:37 GMT

Healing with Plant Medicine is Deep and Expansive...and it extends beyond the Plant Kingdom. Traditional Western Medicine has long recognized three primary kingdoms: Animal, Vegetable, and Mineral.

Today, we're talking with Maia Toll, Author of The Illustrated Herbiary, The Illustrated Bestiary and The Illustrated Crystallary, and founder of The Herbiary in Philadelphia and in Asheville, North Carolina about working with the three Kingdoms on your path to Deep Connection, Spiritual Strength, and Inner-knowing.

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217.What to Expect from Your Herbalist-Herb Chat

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 00:51:51 GMT

Candace and Patrick discuss what to bring with you to your first consultation with an Herbalist and when seeing an Herbalist really makes sense. They also talk a little about Coronavirus and practicalities in seeking healthcare.

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216.What to Expect from Your Herbalist with Sajah Popham

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 04:20:51 GMT

When you go to see an herbalist, what should you expect?

That is an excellent question, one that comes from a rather broad and changing sort of answer.

Today, we’re talking with Sajah Popham, author of Evolutionary Medicine and co-founder of the School of Evolutionary Herbalism about Modern Herbal Practice in the clinic and beyond.

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215.Bee Gardening and Cloves-Herb Chat

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 03:30:54 GMT

Candace and Patrick talked about their gardening plans, including ideas for supporting the bees in their neighborhood, and about Cloves in the News.

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214.Bee Gardening with Dawn Combs

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 03:59:14 GMT

If you've ever bought a seed packet marked "pollinator friendly," you've started on the path to becoming a Good Neighbor to your local bees. That's just the first step, though.

Today we are talking with Dawn Combs author of Sweet Remedies: Healing Herbal Honeys and other titles, herbal educator, beekeeper about keeping bees and gardening for the bees.

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213.Aromatherapy Tips and Herbal 101-Herb Chat

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 03:09:18 GMT

Candace and Patrick talk about Jessica Baker, Aromatherapy, and share their tips choosing the best Diffuser or Nebulizer then maintaining it right. They answer an Herbal 101 question on making Glycerites with Bitter Herbs.

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212.Aromatherapy Formulation with Jessica Baker, LAc

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 03:41:14 GMT

Aromatherapy is the practice of using scent to heal a multitude of conditions. For herbalists, the scent of plants, like the scent of a place, anchors deep healing.

Today, we're talking with Jessica Baker, Licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist, and Author of Plant Songs about Aromatherapy Formulation.

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211.Trauma Detox Herbs, Emotional Healing - Herb Chat

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 01:19:31 GMT

What is Wholistic care and do we really need Mental Health care? After talking with Justin Ehrlich, LAc, last week about the power of plant medicine to heal the physical through emotional and vice versa, we thought more deeply about using plants to support the gaping holes in modern care. Candace and Patrick discuss a News article on the safety of Nutmeg and Kratom.

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210.Emotional and Spiritual Transformation with Justin Ehrlich LAc

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 06:20:06 GMT

Plants offer us a wealth of healing. Emotional, Physical, and Spiritual Transformation resides in so many of our herbal allies. We can tap into many levels of healing for ourselves and our clients, family, and friends…so long as we open to the possibilities. Today, we’re talking with Justin Ehrlich, Practitioner of Classical Chinese Medicine and Licensed Acupuncturist about tuning into healing and self-transformation through the natural world.

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209. Herbs You Should Know - Herb Chat

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 04:18:05 GMT

Last week’s conversation with Jimmy Betts inspired us to look at first aid at home – cold and flu care and the herbs we used this Holiday season to fend off illness as it rampaged through the family. Candace answered an Herbalism 101 question on Willow Bark.

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Show 208.Best Herbs for Disaster with Jimmy Betts

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 04:55:24 GMT

208.Best Herbs for Disaster with Jimmy Betts

Herbal Activists and Preppers alike will tell you, knowledge of the plant world is powerful. No matter where you call home, you can be sure there are at least five practical and powerful plants you should know.

Today, we're talking with Jimmy Betts, Herbal Activist and Adventurer, Solidarity and Disaster Medicine Specialist about the best herbs to know and how to find them.

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Show 207 Maia Toll Reflections Setting Heart Centered Goals Herb Chat

Thu, 02 Jan 2020 04:17:50 GMT

We're kicking off a year of Transformation by Reflecting on our conversation with Maia Toll, author of The Illustrated Herbiary and The Illustrated Bestiary, and by setting Heart-Centered goals and letting Life steer us in the right direction.

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Show 206 - Magic of Plant Medicine with Maia Toll

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 01:25:01 GMT

The Magic of Plant Medicine is that it helps us dive deep, sour high, and generally figure ourselves out one way or another. Sometimes, the path can look like a global hike through wilderness and deep urban living that opens us to new adventures and ways of living or being we never imagined possible.

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Show 205 - Evolutionary Herbalism with Sajah Popham

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 19:36:18 GMT

So many of us set off as young adults hoping to change the world. We choose a path, like modern medicine and then life begins offering up course-correcting moments to jog us onto the path of herbal medicine, for the heart and soul. Today, we’re talking with Sajah Popham, author of Evolutionary Medicine and co-founder of the School of Evolutionary Herbalism.

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Show 204 - Talking Bees and Herbalism with Dawn Combs

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 17:54:06 GMT

The beauty of herbal study is in the way it cross pollinates our lives leading us into new directions helping us heal sometimes the healing reaches beyond humans and plants into the animal or in this case the insect kingdom. Today we are talking with Dawn Combs author of Sweet Remedies: Healing Herbal Honeys'and other titles, herbal educator, beekeeper about bees herbs and finding your way home.

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Show 203: Medicinal Cannabis with Andy Harpole of EVG

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 16:59:23 GMT

There is more to pot than recreational marijuana enthusiasts know. Andy Harpole, the CEO of Emerald Valley Growers, started his business in 2015, the year that Oregon made cannabis legal. The newest research is telling us that CBD and THC aren’t the only constituents that heal either. Andy talks about the newest information pouring in on CBGA in medicinal cannabis.

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Show 202 Herbal Harvest Prep for Winter with Nicole Telkes

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 18:18:23 GMT

During these lazy, hazy days of summer (and fall) when temperatures are rising, the last thing most of us are thinking about is winter’s chilly grip…unless, of course, you are an herbalist!

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Show 201 - Sharing Herbal Medicine – Jamie Scepkowski

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 16:58:37 GMT

We herbal healers learn our lessons from the plants and we depend on ther medicine and wisdom to guide us as we do their work in the world. This relationship is more than a sacred contract. It’s a practical and real way to be the change we wish to see in the world.

Today we are talking with Jamie Scepkowski, owner of Salmon River Apothecary, Herbalist and Medic about turning plant lessons into real life healing.

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Show 200 Change in the Air

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 20:10:06 GMT

It’s hard to believe that we are broadcasting our 200th podcast show. It’s been a wild ride and it is about to get wilder. Patrick, Candace and Sue are mixing things up again on Real Herbalism Radio and the Herbal Nerd Society club. Even when change is good, it is still stressful. The RHR team goes into a hefty list of adaptogen herbs that they rely on for helping themselves and others get through stress.

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Show 199 Herb Lab Lung Health

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 15:51:40 GMT

Plants help our planet breathe by making oxygen just as they heal us to help us breath. Last week we chatted with Clinical herbalist Maria Noël Groves, author of Body into Balance: An Herbal Guide to Holistic Self-Care and Grow your Own Herbal Remedies about harvesting and making medicine from the lung tonic herbal remedy garden. This week, we are sharing our own favorite herbs and formulas for lung support.

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Show 198 - Lung Health with Maria Noël Groves

Wed, 28 Aug 2019 17:23:58 GMT

Whether it’s allergy season, fire season or cold and flu season, we herbalists love to draw on the healing power of plants to soothe, heal and balance our respiratory systems. Today, we’re talking with Clinical herbalist Maria Noël Groves, author of Body into Balance: An Herbal Guide to Holistic Self-Care and Grow your Own Herbal Remedies about harvesting and making medicine from the lung tonic herbal remedy garden.

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Show 197 Herb LabHerbalist on the Front Lines of Activism

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 19:17:07 GMT

Last week, we had a special guest: Jimmy Betts, herbalist, activist,adventurer, solidarity and disaster medicine specialist. He spoke about blending herbal healing with social activism. We know that as important as activism is for a healthy democracy, it can take its toll on the body and spirit. Sue and Candace offer their favorite recovery options.

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Show 196 TCM Herbalist on the Front Lines of Activism

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 14:50:37 GMT

America’s Heartland may not be the first place in North America one might expect to find Traditional Chinese Medicine rooted yet the Midwest has offered the perfect environment to grow powerful and deeply healing practitioners. Today, we’re talking with Jimmy Betts, herbalist, activist,adventurer, solidarity and disaster medicine specialist. about blending herbal healing with social activism.

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Show 195 Summer Vacation Herbalism

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 15:13:36 GMT

Sue, Patrick and Candace are back from their summer vacation and have learned even more about herbs. Their gardens are in full flower. The rivers are beckoning. Herbs are getting tucked into jars and dehydrators. It’s a great time to make and use herbal remedies. Sunburn, bug bites, muscle strain…you name it. It’s a busy season for natural health advocates.

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Show 194 - Medical Marijuana Q and A with Dr. Rachna Patel

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 14:53:12 GMT

Our podcast listeners sent in their questions about medical marijuana and CBD. We were able to bring Dr. Rachna Patel, doctor of osteopathy and author of the new book, CBD Oil Solution –Treat Chronic Pain, Anxiety, Insomnia, and More-without the High back to our show to answer them. Dr. Patel offers her answers in the same way that she writes her book, through clarity and evidence. Thank you listeners for sending in your questions. We couldn’t answer them all but we managed to get fabulous information about most of them from our stellar guest.

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Show 193 Herb Lab Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies

Wed, 26 Jun 2019 14:56:53 GMT

Our conversation with Maria Noël Groves, author of Body into Balance: An Herbal Guide to Holistic Self-Care and Grow your Own Herbal Remediesabout herbal gardening was inspiring. Sue, Candace and Patrick work through their own herbal gardening projects from the seed to the bottle.

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Show 192 Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies with Maria Noël Groves

Wed, 19 Jun 2019 15:12:13 GMT

Early summer is absolute heaven for most herbalists. We get to head out into the field to start foraging. Even better – we get to garden. Today, we’re talking with Clinical herbalist Maria Noël Groves, author of Body into Balance: An Herbal Guide to Holistic Self-Care and Grow your Own Herbal Remedies about herbal gardening and choosing the best plants to start your own herbal remedy garden.

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Show 191 Herb Lab Berberine for Better Health

Tue, 11 Jun 2019 15:57:22 GMT

In the plant world, we tend to focus on whole plaLast week, Yaakov Levine, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Nutritional Health Coach explained the importance of berberine; one of the vital constituents in bitter herbs like Oregon grape and goldenseal. Sue, Candace and Patrick discuss isolated compounds in these herbs – advantages and disadvantages.nt medicine almost exclusively. A subset of herbal practitioners, however, have been drawing on the tools of our nutrition specialist counterparts for more targeted, natural healing and prevention. Today, we’re talking with Yaakov Levine, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Nutritional Health Coach at Natural Grocers in Eugene, Oregon about berberine for digestive and brain health.

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Show 190: Berberine for Better Health With Yaakov Levine

Tue, 04 Jun 2019 15:19:47 GMT

In the plant world, we tend to focus on whole plant medicine almost exclusively. A subset of herbal practitioners, however, have been drawing on the tools of our nutrition specialist counterparts for more targeted, natural healing and prevention. Today, we’re talking with Yaakov Levine, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Nutritional Health Coach at Natural Grocers in Eugene, Oregon about berberine for digestive and brain health.

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Show 189 Herb Lab Medical Marijuana - CBD

Sat, 01 Jun 2019 02:29:14 GMT

Legalization of medical marijuana opened the door for safe pain control just as the opioid crisis swooped in. For patients with chronic pain issues, people like Dr. Rachna Patel, doctor of osteopathy and author of the new book, CBD Oil Solution –Treat Chronic Pain, Anxiety, Insomnia, and More-without the High are life savers. Sue, Patrick and Candace reflect on how CBD in hemp/cannabis has made a difference in our lives and those around us.

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Show 188 Medical Marijuana with Dr. Rachna Patel

Sun, 26 May 2019 02:24:30 GMT

“Use your work to do good in the world.” That was the inspiration that guided at least one plant expert to walk the path of medical marijuana. Today, we’re talking with Dr. Rachna Patel, doctor of osteopathy and author of the new book, CBD Oil Solution –Treat Chronic Pain, Anxiety, Insomnia, and More-without the High about the myths and facts surrounding cannabis.

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Show 187Herb Lab Psychological Connections to Plants

Mon, 20 May 2019 15:14:21 GMT

The interview with Plant Songs author Jessica Baker, brought up a lot of memories for both Sue and Candace. They share how key plants have inspired connection to family members while inspiring personal change. This relationship has opened the door for human relationships with friends and teachers. Most importantly, it has inspired our own dedication to heal our community.

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Show 186 Learning to Hear the Songs of the Herbs with Jessica Baker

Wed, 08 May 2019 21:24:44 GMT

The practice of herbalism is often a deeply personal one. As we heal others, we heal ourselves and the plants rejoice. Today, we’re talking with Jessica Baker, licensed acupuncturist, herbalist and author of Plant Songs about connecting with plants as medicine for change.

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Show 185 Herb Lab Wildcrafting with Candace and Sue

Wed, 08 May 2019 17:36:29 GMT

Spring is in full bloom the Practical Herbalist neck of the woods. Last week’s conversation with Christina Sanchez, founder of Every Leaf Speaks and Howie Brounstein of Columbine School of Botanical Studies reminded us to get out about our own feral harvests. From oyster mushrooms to birch branches to lemon balm leaves, the earth has renewable medicine waiting just outside your door.

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Show 184: Wildcrafting with Howie Brounstein and Christina Sanchez

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 20:02:51 GMT

When the weather is right and the herbs are calling, we herbalists love to get into the wild for a little wildcrafting. What is wildcrafting? It is a common term for for harvesting medicinal and food plants that grow in wild or uncultivated places. Whether you're going into the forest, field or desert, there are a few tips and rules for doing it right. Today, we're talking with Christina Sanchez, founder of Every Leaf Speaks and Howie Brounstein of Columbine School of Botanical Studies about wildcrafting in many environments properly.

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Show 183 - Herb Lab Commercially Grown Recreational Marijuana

Wed, 17 Apr 2019 21:42:52 GMT

The recreational marijuana growing industry has settled into Oregon to stay. Medical cannabis growing specialists are going out of business. Fields of hemp, rich with CBD are still being planted but it is the escalating levels of THC that the public is pushing growers to breed. After an enlightening talk with Andy Harpole, the CEO of Emerald Valley Growers, we discuss the problems and promises of this evolving field.

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Show 182 - Cannabis with Andy Harpole of Emerald Valley Growers

Sat, 13 Apr 2019 20:47:41 GMT

As states legalize recreational marijuana, it is evolving quickly into a growing industry that has the power to make or break businesses. Andy Harpole, the CEO of Emerald Valley Growers, started his business in 2015, the year that Oregon made cannabis legal. Now that cannabis is legal, research is legal too which has expanded our understanding of the healing this complex herb has to offer. Andy shares the different ways that TCH and CBD is extracted through decarboxylation and other techniques.

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Show 181: Herb Lab - Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

Sat, 06 Apr 2019 01:22:48 GMT

After an interview with Justin Ehrlich, a practitioner of Classical Chinese Medicine and Licensed Acupuncturist, Sue drills Candace about some of the herbs he brought up. Candace gently explains how a handful of these herbs work together to heal common ailments. Sue throws in the news of a discovery of a new organ interstitium, which may add to our understanding as to how acupuncture works.

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Let's Talk Series: Yerba Santa for Asthma with Christina Sanchez

Sun, 31 Mar 2019 03:50:11 GMT

Asthma is an increasingly common respiratory condition in Western culture. Herbalist and desert eco-system defender, Christina Sanchez, walks us through techniques that utilize a potent anti-asthmatic herb Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon californicum). Christina goes through Yerba Santa's properties and the variety of ways to incorporate it into daily life. She also discusses other herbs and blends that can be used either in conjunction with Yerba Santa or on their own to help keep the air in our lungs flowing freely.

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Show 180 - Traditional Chinese Medicine Justin Ehrlich

Sun, 31 Mar 2019 03:40:59 GMT

Western herbalists have long used energetics to describe how herbs work. While we have a long practical and energetic tradition routed in European medicine, we often feel called to cultures with much longer, better documented traditions to inform, inspire and guide us int the healing arts. today, we are talking with Justin Ehrlich, practitioner of Classical Chinese Medicine and Licensed Acupuncturist about following that call.

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Show 179 Herb Lab - The Truth Behind Ayahuasca - Real Herbalism Radio

Wed, 20 Mar 2019 20:39:24 GMT

Psychedelic plants have been a part of our human heritage since we first rocked in the unsteady cradle of civilization. Last time we talked with Nick Polizzi, author of books like The Sacred Science, documentary filmmaker and explorer of ancient medicines about our culture’s fascination in hallucinogenic herbal traditions. This time we are exploring more psychoactive herbs, how they have been used and abused, and their effect on the modern world.

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Show 178: The Truth Behind Ayahuasca with Nick Polizzi

Tue, 12 Mar 2019 20:38:34 GMT

Psychoactive herbs have been a part of human culture since it began. In the last century, we saw an explosion of interest in hallucinogenic experiences as Westerners begin to explore the herbal traditions of other cultures. That exploration has its possibilities and changes. Today, we're talking with Nick Polizzi, author of books like The Sacred Science, documentary filmmaker and explorer of ancient medicines about our culture's fascination in hallucinogenic herbal traditions.

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Show 177 Herb Lab Forest Bathing for Herbalists

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 17:13:23 GMT

The best laid plans of the RHR team to forge a forest bathing adventure goes awry after a storm dumps a foot of snow overnight. Although the roads are impassable, there are still herbal voyages to travel. Sue and Candace brew up syrups, tinctures and topical medicine within the confines of their ice fortresses with the heart of Oregon. A little Snowpacalypse doesn’t stand in the way of the Real Herbalism Team in their quest for botanical healing.

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Let’s Talk Series: Myth Busting with Jeff Chilton

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 18:40:38 GMT

Mushrooms are such wonderful healers that they have been the center of mythology on their healing powers. When it comes to terrifying diseases like cancer, this fear combines with hope for a cure. Used properly, mushroom are excellent tools in cancer treatment which makes it all more important to know the truth about what mushrooms can and can’t do. Mycology pioneer, Jeff Chilton takes the microphone to bust these myths so we can be better herbalists.

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Show 176 - Forest Bathing for Herbalists

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 18:04:23 GMT

Forest bathing is familiar practice for plant medicine people. Why must we herbalists go so far out of our way to visit our plant allies in their native environment? Why not just read up on the herbs we love and then give them a try? Those are powerful questions that point right at one key aspect of what makes an herbalist an Herbalist. Today, we’re talking about the ways connecting with nature feeds our souls and our practice.

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Herbalist at the Border - Podcast Show 175 Herb Lab

Tue, 19 Feb 2019 23:20:00 GMT

Herbal medicine is everywhere and so are herbalists. Last week, we talked with Jamie Scepkowski, owner of Salmon River Apothecary, Herbalist and medic about the emergency herbal care that she practices in California and on the US/Mexican border. Sue and Candace share a sampling of herbal care that they rely on for shoring up physical and mental health needs.

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Show 174 - Herbalist at the Border - Jamie Scepkowski

Tue, 12 Feb 2019 22:03:46 GMT

Herbalist Jamie Scepkowski is among the healers from around the world are gathering at the border to offer aid to refugees crossing from Mexico to the US. Like the plants, herbalists bloom where we’re planted. Sometimes that’s on the edge. Sometimes it’s surrounded by kindred spirits. No matter how we sprout, we find our purpose and it shapes us as we walk our path and grow. Today, we’re talking with Jamie Scepkowski, owner of Salmon River Apothecary, Herbalist and medic about growing into emergency herbal medicine.

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Show 173 Herb Lab – What is Clinical Herbalism?

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 06:01:08 GMT

Sue and Candace dig in deep after talking with Nicole Telkes, practicing clinical herbalist and director of the Wildflower School of Botanical Medicine about training/licensing clinical herbalism. The term is murky and without consensus on its meaning, it is poorly applied. When it comes down to it, would licensing a herbalist bring standardization to clinical herbalism?

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Show 172 Clinical Herbalism Training with Nicole Telkes

Thu, 31 Jan 2019 05:11:44 GMT

We've been watching the power of plant medicine take hold of our mainstream culture. Clinical training has become a hot topic. Herbalism is sprouting far and wide. With this growth is a whole crop of herbal remedies, herbalists and an almost overwhelming array of herbal schools. The future of the field is evolving quickly. How can you turn your dreams into a viable action plan?

Today, we're talking with Nicole Telkes, practicing clinical herbalist and director of the Wildflower School of Botanical Medicine about setting up shop as a clinical herbalist.

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Show 171 Herb Lab-Take Control of Your Moods - Moodtopia

Wed, 23 Jan 2019 00:24:19 GMT

There is so much more to moods than meets the eye. Last week the RHR team talked with Sara-Chana Silverstein, Master Herbalist, Classical Homeopath, Lactation Consultant and author of Moodtopia about using single herbs to control your moods. This week, Sue and Candace share nutritional supplements and herbal blends that help reclaim your day from anxiety and depression.

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Show 170 - Take Control of Your Moods - Sara-Chana Silverstein

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 16:52:33 GMT

Emotions are wonderful but they can overwhelm us. Today, we’re talking with Sara-Chana Silverstein, Master Herbalist, Classical Homeopath, mother of 7, Lactation Consultant and author of Moodtopia about using natural herbs to control your moods so the moods don’t control you.

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Let’s Talk Series: Jason Scott – Spagyric Mushroom Formulas

Wed, 09 Jan 2019 21:27:52 GMT

Mycologist and author Jason Scott specializes in spagyric mushroom extracts. In this Let’s Talk Series edition, he shares the keys to successful formulation with Herbal Nerd Society members. If you think alchemy is too complicated to try, spend a minute listening to our guest as he simplifies the process for the beginner. He walks through 2 blends as classic examples of how to work with spagyric fungi/herbal medicine which he as labeled Mind Formula and Kidney/Urinary Tract Support Formula.

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Rosemary Water and Achieve Your New Year's Resolutions

Wed, 09 Jan 2019 16:27:25 GMT

New Year’s resolutions are a traditional part of the turning of the calendar. Although our intentions are well placed, few resolutions actually help us live better lives in the long run. The Real Herbalism Radio team takes on this trend the same way we tackle other questions: practically. We turn this on its ear. Perhaps it is the resolutions that are the problem is the resolutions themselves.

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Achieve Your New Year's Resolutions

Tue, 01 Jan 2019 20:25:13 GMT

New Year's Eve is when we usually make promises to ourselves that we rarely expect to keep. It results in shame, dejection and despair. Stop this cycle of destruction. Herbalists are all about healing and that includes ourselves. Sue and Candace give some practical tips on making healthy resolutions and keeping them all year long.

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Pumpkin Spice is the Perfect mix for the Holidays - Show 114 ReAir

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 21:45:17 GMT

Pumpkin Spice is so hot right now with good reason too. The chilly change of weather fall brings calls for warming and nourishing foods and spices. today, we'll be talking about how to blend and use your own Pumpkin Spice along with why this much touted blend truly is an herbal remedy for the pros.

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Kratom on Trial with Dr. Michael Tierra

Tue, 11 Dec 2018 17:26:33 GMT

This is a reairing of a show that was until today was only available to Herbal Nerd Society Members.

Plants may be the medicine of the people but not all plants are equal in the eyes of the law. Over the past few months, kratom has been targeted by the United States DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) and FDA (Food and Drug Administration) as a potentially dangerous plant and it's not the first.

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Show 167: Herb Lab - Milk Thistle for the Liver

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 07:02:15 GMT

Yaakov Levine, a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Nutritional Health Coach explained on our last show how milk thistle works and what herbs you can combine it with to make it more effective. This week Sue and Candace explore more uses for milk thistle and creative ways to bring it into your life. Although it can be used as a single herb remedy, it works well with a host of other herbs too. There are so many reasons to love this herb!

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Show 166: Milk Thistle for the Liver - Yaakov Levine

Wed, 28 Nov 2018 22:56:58 GMT

Liver health often comes up as a hot topic among herbalists, nutritionists and natural health professionals for good reason. The modern diet and lifestyle so many of us practice create a lot of work for our livers. The bad news is that is leading to more health problems at younger ages. The good news is that we have many terrific herbs to help us detoxify and support out livers.

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Let's Talk Series: Plaedo - Homemade Seed Paper

Wed, 21 Nov 2018 03:42:15 GMT

The multi-talented Plaedo spends a few minutes with Herbal Nerd Society members walking them through a family-friendly seed paper making project. It is easy, fun and recycles paper scraps and flower or herb seeds into beautiful writing paper for cards, stationary or gifts. Activist, gardener, poet and musician Plaedo encourages you to "plant your poetry and watch it grow"!

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Show 165: The 3rd Annual Gift Show for Herbalists

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 22:53:56 GMT

Herbalists can be a tough group to buy presents for. Patrick, Candace and Sue have saved up their favorite tools and books to fill out their gift guide for 2018. They have used the supplies themselves so they know form personal experience how helpful and durable they are. They have read the books (or at least most of them) so they know how informative and entertaining they are. They even added links to these products at the bottom of these show notes so can easily click on the link to order them before the holiday crunch gets the best of you. You are welcome.

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Show 164: Herbs for Anxiety, Depression and the Holidays

Tue, 13 Nov 2018 17:18:32 GMT

The winter holidays can bring in a flurry of the blues. Stress from seasonal change, shopping and changes in our schedule offer anxiety and depression to many of us. Fortunately, there are a bevy of herbs, exercises and supplements that bring relief. Patrick, Candace and Sue of the Real Herbalism Radio podcast team run through our list of natural health options to soothe your heart and bring a smile back to your lips. It's our holiday gift to our listeners.

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Show 163: Herb Lab - Brewing Beer with Desert Herbs

Tue, 06 Nov 2018 21:09:38 GMT

Show 163: Herb Lab - Brewing Beer with Desert Herbs

Herbal Beer Brewing is a hot topic. herbalist Christina Sanchez, founder of Every Leaf Speaks, brought us a new beer from Joshua Tree Brewing to sample. We let it season for 6 months to bring out the refined flavor. Now the cap is off the bottle and our glasses are clinking with anticipation. As tasty as these herbal delights are, beer brewing in delicate environments using scarce resources has a price. What are we as herbalists, brewers and consumers doing to make sure we helping, not hurting, the tiny planet we call home?

In Herbal 101, we address a letter from Herbal Nerd Society member, Kyle P., who brings the topic of licensure, a topic we broached in podcast 161. Thank you, Kyle for your thoughtful response and for sharing your perspective.

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Show 162: Desert Beer Brewing with Christina Sanchez

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 20:56:34 GMT

As herbalism hasAnyone who's been down to the pub lately can testify to the amazing renaissance of flavors now available on the beer brewing scene. We herbalists have been quite pleased to note the variety of bittering herbs and wonderful herbal flavors we are finding among home brews and micro brews. We particularly love how brewers are reaching into their local plant communities for inspiration. grown in popularity over the past couple of decades, we herbalists have seen an explosion in the number of practicing herbalists and quality of care they provide. In many ways, that's been a true gift to our field but it's come with some challenges too.

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Show 161: Herb Lab - The Changing Face of Herbalism

Tue, 23 Oct 2018 16:41:28 GMT

After talking with Thomas Easley, Director of the Eclectic School Herbal Medicine and founder of Functional Herbalism, Sue and Candace evaluate how herbalism itself has changed over the last few years. Challenges to wildcrafting, cultural appropriation and lack of unity within the herbal community itself has stirred up a need for revisions in the herbalist way of life. Perhaps the time for evaluation is overdue.

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Show 134: Amanda Dilday - Poetry as a Path Into Herbalism

Wed, 17 Oct 2018 02:30:44 GMT

Fabian Fredrickson said, "The things you are passionate about are not random; they are your calling." This, we herbalists know to be true through and through. Today, we're talking about following that passion with Amanda Dilday. She is the author of Flowers for a Girl : Plant Medicine for Sexual Trauma which unites poetry and energetic herbalism. She is also the founder and a teacher at the Alchemilla's School of Embodied Herbalism in South Carolina.

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Show 160: Thomas Easley - What is Functional Herbalism?

Tue, 16 Oct 2018 05:37:48 GMT

Podcast Show 160: Thomas Easley - Functional Herbalism

As herbalism has grown in popularity over the past couple of decades, we herbalists have seen an explosion in the number of practicing herbailsts and quality of care they provide. In many ways, that's been a true gift to our field but it's come with some challenges too.

Today, we're talking with Thomas Easley, Director of the Eclectic School Herbal Medicine and founder of Functional Herbalism about how herbalists are changing the world and our field.

Be sure to visit the Practical Herbalist website for recipes and further information on the herbs discussed in this podcast. Real Herbalism Radio podcast show notes always include a list of links or go to www.thepracticalherbalist.com and use the handy search engine at the top of the page.

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Let's Talk Series: Amanda Dilday - Blue Vervain - Postpartum Depression

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 02:12:43 GMT

Blue Vervain is an often overlooked yet beloved North American wetlands herb. It's European cousin, Verbena officinalis, has enjoyed a place in Traditional Western Herbalism as a nervine and neuro trophorestorative occasionally used to treat gallbladder and liver dysfunction as well as the early stages of fever.

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Show 159: Herb Lab – Medicinal Mushroom Tincture Making

Tue, 09 Oct 2018 16:55:59 GMT

Podcast Show 159: Herb Lab – Medicinal Mushroom Tincture Making

Sue and Candace were inspired to make their own medicinal mushroom tinctures after their talk with Jeff Chilton, who is an author, founder of Nammex, and an expert in the medicinal mushroom industry for over 40 years. They also discuss fortifying herbs and ways of treating pain with liniments.

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Show 158: Secrets of the Mushroom Industry Revealed - Jeff Chilton

Tue, 02 Oct 2018 19:47:04 GMT

Some secrets are meant to be shared. Just like not all herbs are created equal; not all medicinal mushroom remedies are created with the same quality. This means that some medicines are more effective than others. Today, we're talking with Jeff Chilton, commercial mushroom grower, author, founder of Nammex, and expert in the medicinal mushroom industry for over 40 years, about the secrets the mushroom growing industry have kept under wraps. These will change the way you shop for medicinal mushroom remedies.

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Let's Talk Series: History of Asthma with Howie Brounstein

Thu, 27 Sep 2018 01:17:45 GMT

Herbal Nerd Society member exclusive: The History of Asthma with Howie Brounstein

Herbalist Howie Brounstein discusses the changing view of asthma over the last couple of centuries. He refers to the description of the disease by early teachers of from the Eclectic School from 1800s. The Industrial Revolution made a marketable difference on respiratory disease. Howie compares the treatments described by the Thompsonian herbalists to modern approaches to asthma treatment.

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Show 157: Herb Lab - Moodtopia Author Sara-Chana Silverstein

Wed, 26 Sep 2018 00:56:44 GMT

Show 157: Herb Lab – Moodtopia Author Sara-Chana Silverstein

Sue and Candace were very motivated by their interview with Sara-Chana Silverstein, Master Herbalist, Classical Homeopath, mother of 7, Lactation Consultant and author of Moodtopia. They share their own herbal and behavioral favorites for taking control of moods.

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Show 156: Interview with Moodtopia Author Sara-Chana Silverstein

Tue, 18 Sep 2018 16:22:00 GMT

Podcast Show 156: Interview with Moodtopia Author Sara-Chana Silverstein

How do you balance modern medicine with traditional and natural approaches to healing? The truth is … you CAN blend these paths into a healthy system all your own. Today, we’re talking with Sara-Chana Silverstein, Master Herbalist, Classical Homeopath, mother of 7, Lactation Consultant and author of Moodtopia about doing just that.

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Show 155: Herb Lab - Ripples from Community Action

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 16:41:45 GMT

The work that we do in our community as herbalists often has surprising consequences. We meet new people, learn new skills and share new ideas. Last week, Sue and Candace interviewed Plaedo, co-founder of Eugene Avant Gardeners, poet, musician, activist, and peace officer for the Downtown You Initiative about crating community in the garden. His community contact has had wide reaching changes which inspired Sue and Candace to dig into other ripples from "stones cast into the stream".

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Show 154: Plaedo - How Community Gardens Help People Grow

Wed, 05 Sep 2018 01:14:53 GMT

Podcast Show 152: How Community Gardens Help People Grow

As herbalism is the medicine of the people, gardening is the medicine of the community. When we come together to nurture the plants, inevitably we find ourselves connecting more deeply.

Today, we're talking to Plaedo, co-founder of Eugene Avant Gardeners, poet, musician, activist, and peace officer for the Downtown You Initiative about crating community in the garden and beyond.

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Show 153: Herb Lab - Recovering from Trauma in our Community

Tue, 28 Aug 2018 16:57:20 GMT

Podcast Show 153: Herb Lab - Recovering from Trauma in our Community

There are many rumors circulating in the herbal community that speak of trauma. Whether you are directly involved with the issues or not, these stories which land so close to home, have a effect on us. Sue and Candace talk about some of these stores and try to apply the guidance provided by Amanda Dilday, author of Flowers for a Girl : Plant Medicine for Sexual Trauma. Amanda is also the founder and a teacher at the Alchemilla's School of Embodied Herbalism in South Carolina.

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Show 152: Recovering from Trauma with Amanda Dilday - Flowers for a Girl

Wed, 22 Aug 2018 15:47:30 GMT

Trauma is a part of the human experience ... one we often struggle to recover from for decades. Mother Nature has always offered us medicine for healing through the plant people. Today, we're talking about healing from physical and sexual trauma with Amanda Dilday, author of Flowers for a Girl : Plant Medicine for Sexual Trauma. She is also the founder and a teacher at the Alchemilla's School of Embodied Herbalism in South Carolina.

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Let's Talk Series: Christina Sanchez - Prickly Pear Cactus

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 16:49:49 GMT

Prickly Pear Cactus (Nopal) is a traditional herb that is native to the Americas. Herbalist and desert eco-system defender, Christina Sanchez, talks about how to use Nopal (Opuntia ficus-indica) medicinally. She also goes into detail on how to harvest and process this thorny cacti. From burning off the spines to straining out the juice. Prickly Pear Cactus is an accessible and useful herb that offers a diversity of health options.

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Show 151: Herb Lab - Nick Polizzi - Sacred Science of the Amazon

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 16:07:02 GMT

After a conversation with Nick Polizzi, author of Sacred Science - An Ancient Healing Path for the Modern World, Sue and Candace discuss how our physical place changes our herbal options. For many herbalists, the term "Be Here Now" serves as a guidepost for the type of healing they offer. Human beings are just as changed by by the area they are transported to as plants are. Recognizing and adapting to the change makes a big difference for the healer and the patient. Today, we talk about these and other issues on Real Herbalism Radio podcast.

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Show 150: Nick Polizzi - Sacred Science of the Amazon

Tue, 07 Aug 2018 04:39:58 GMT

Nick Polizzi shares his lessons as he documented the healing journey described in Sacred Science - An Ancient Healing Path for the Modern World. When we awake to our true selves, or are ready tot do so, the plants will call loud and clear. If you ignore the call, they'll just call louder and louder until you have no choice but to listen. Today, we're talking with Nick Polizzi, Author of Sacred Science, documentary film maker and explorer of ancient medicine about following the call of the plant world into sacred healing.

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Show 149: Replay 101 on Raising Chickens Naturally with Candace and Sue

Tue, 31 Jul 2018 04:46:23 GMT

Backyard chickens are taking over the world one yard at a time. How do you know if keeping chickens is right for you? What do urban chickens offer beyond eggs? When should you get started? Today, we'll be talking about getting started with your own little flock.

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Show 148: Replay of Alchemy of Herbs with Rosalee De La Foret

Tue, 24 Jul 2018 15:44:53 GMT

The Path into Herbalism can be a gentle one but often it begins with a dramatic initiation or a calling so intense, it cannot be ignored.

Herbalists emerging from such a crucible carry with them a particularly magical way of combining herbs and healing.

Today, we're talking with clinical herbalist and educator Rosalee de la Foret author of Alchemy of Herbs, about the transformative power of plants to heal on many levels.

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Show 147: Reair - How to treat Anxiety with Herbalism and Essential Oils

Tue, 17 Jul 2018 19:27:04 GMT

Clinical Anxiety Disorders affect over 40 million adult Americans while only a third of them receive treatment. Anxiety affects the rest of us in some form periodically throughout life. For Anxiety sufferers, the world of plant medicines can offer relief. Today, we'll talk about natural treatment options for anxiety.

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Show 146: Reairing of Herbs of Iceland with Anna Rósa Róbertsdóttir

Tue, 10 Jul 2018 16:17:53 GMT

Show 146: Reair Herbs of Iceland with Anna Rósa Róbertsdóttir

As herbalists, we often rely on a combination of current research and historical records to understand our medicinal plants. For the most part, we’ve been free to experiment and gain our own experiential knowledge, too. Iceland, among others, has passed a lot of legal restrictions limiting herbalist and those who use plants to care for themselves and their loved ones. Today, we’re talking with Ann Rósa Róbertsdóttir, author of Icelandic Herbs and Their Medicinal Uses about the path of herbal practice amidst the challenges of modern restrictions.

Herbs We Mentioned

Cleavers or Lady’s Bedstraw
Rosebay Willowherb
Knotgrass
Meadow Buttercup

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Show 145: Herb Lab - The Doctrine of Signatures, Allergies and Herbalist Careers

Tue, 03 Jul 2018 15:14:25 GMT

Show 145: Herb Lab - The Doctrine of Signatures, Allergies and Herbalist Careers

After talking with spudgerasist and mycologist, Jason Scott, owner and operator of Feral Fungi and the curator of AlcheMycology about using the Doctrine of Signatures, Sue and Candace discuss its history and changes in the present. Mentioned by the Greek physicians Galen (129 AD – 216 AD) and Dioscorides (40 AD – 90 AD), this philosophy has evolved a lot over the centuries. Although many use the Doctrine of Signatures primarily as a mnemonic device, it tells us a lot about cultural values and botanical connections that are shifting to fit our ever changing world.

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Show 144: Jason Scott and the Doctrine of Signatures

Tue, 26 Jun 2018 20:07:42 GMT

Herbalists have a thousand different ways to connect plants with the people who need them. Some are ultra modern, like biochemistry and the science of herbal medicine making and others are older yet just as powerful when you know how to use them. Today, we are talking with spudgerasist and mycologist, Jason Scott, owner and operator of Feral Fungi and the curator of AlcheMycology about using the Doctrine of Signatures to work with plants and mushrooms.

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Show 143: Herb Lab - Desert Herbs and Myth Busting Echinacea

Tue, 19 Jun 2018 15:48:26 GMT

Desert herbs are potent medicine. Even though the environment is harsh with it's extremes in temperature and hidden water; these same attributes encourage the desert herbs to concentrate their constituents. Just a small amount of some herbs are more than enough. Sue and Candace work with the guidance that herbalist Christina Sanchez gave them in podcast show 142 to incorporate ethically harvested desert herbs into their lives.

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Show 142: Wildcrafting in the Desert with Christina Sanchez

Tue, 12 Jun 2018 19:57:28 GMT

Desert herbs have begun to call to more and more of us. These powerful plant allies, however, have been a well-kept secret of the Southwest…which makes them a challenge to try out. They beckon us to get out and wildcraft for the privilege of using of them. Today, we are talking with Christina Sanchez, cosmologist, desert wildcrafting expert, herbalist, and founder of Every Leaf Speaks about gathering and using desert herbs with the care and respect they deserve.

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Show 141: Herb Lab - Plants for Healing Grief

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 19:52:21 GMT

Grief is part of the human condition. The way that we handle grief can make a significant difference in later life. After last week's conversation with Ashley Litecky-Ellenbas, registered herbalist, yoga teacher, and owner of Sky House Yoga about the natural approaches to grief, Sue and Candace share their own ideas. There are a bounty of herbs and supplements that can help us heal. Our hosts discuss their favorites.

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Let's Talk Series: Plant Dietas with Ashley Litecky-Ellenbas

Fri, 01 Jun 2018 06:59:48 GMT

Herbal Nerd Society member exclusive: Plant Dietas with Ashley Litecky-Ellenbas

Plant dietas are part of traditional healing practices around the globe. This holistic approach is now reawakening in popular culture. As with any healing modality that gains popularity in the main stream, there is always the danger of misinterpretation and misuse. Ashley Leiteky-Ellenbas shares her knowledge of plant dietas and how to include herbal medicine in this potent modality.

Although there are many different types of plant dietas, Ashley Litecky-Ellenbas' own style includes bodywork, exercise, herbal medicine and nutrition. Completing this cycle is her stress on healing the conflict of the client's spirit as they struggle to mend conflicts manifested in their body.

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Show 140: Plants for Protection and Grief with Ashley Litecky-Ellenbas

Tue, 29 May 2018 16:12:31 GMT

Podcast Show 140: Plants for Protection and Grief with Ashley Litecky-Ellenbas

Grief and Trauma are a natural and truly healthy part of the human experience but not when they get stuck in our lives or in our bodies. As herbalists, we are often called on to help the grieving process to move forward naturally to help heal body, mind and spirit. Today, we're talking with Ashley Litecky-Ellenbas, registered herbalist, yoga teacher, and owner of Sky House Yoga about the natural approaches to grief and protection.

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Show 139: Herb Lab - Greens and Beets as Superfoods

Tue, 22 May 2018 02:52:43 GMT

Superfoods are waiting for us in the produce aisle and their effect on our bodies is impressive. After talking with Yaakov Levine, Therapy practitioner and Nutritional Health Coach at Natural Grocers in Eugene, Oregon, Sue and Candace have been experimenting with other ways to bring more greens into their lives. From hydroponics to a simple sprout jar, indoor gardening is a key part of a nutritional supplement approach for the health conscience gardener.

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Show 138: Greens and Beets as Superfoods With Yaakov Levine

Tue, 15 May 2018 02:48:30 GMT

Beets and Greens are the neglected superfoods which are key to getting right nutrition all year round. Do you get enough fruits and veggies in your daily diet? Whether you're an herbalist, nutritionist, a health-minded individual or not, chances are, the answer is "probably not". Even vegan herbalists can struggle to get enough veggies every day.

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Show 78: Vital Herbalism with Jakob Sletteland

Thu, 10 May 2018 04:34:07 GMT

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Show 137: Herb Lab - Plaedo - Down the Garden Path and Into Activism

Wed, 09 May 2018 02:42:30 GMT

The garden is where transformation happens. That is why we love them. They can offer solace and healing to the body and soul. Last week we talked to Plaedo, co-founder of Eugene Avant Gardeners, poet, musician, activist, and peace officer for the Downtown You Initiative about transforming, creating and connecting with plants. This week, podcast hosts Sue, Candace and Patrick talk about the changes that want to bring to their garden to make it a safe haven for people, plants and the critters that surround us.

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Show 81: Herb Lab Chicken Chat and Chicken Book Review

Mon, 07 May 2018 04:40:46 GMT

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Show 24: The Path to Flower Essences & Energetic Healing with Patti Leahy

Sat, 05 May 2018 16:10:59 GMT

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Show 42: Locavore, an Interview with Leda Hermecz and 100 Mile Bakery

Wed, 02 May 2018 15:45:13 GMT

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Let's Talk Series: The Ketogenic Diet Explained by Yaakov Levine

Wed, 02 May 2018 04:57:02 GMT

Herbal Nerd Society member exclusive: The Ketogenic Diet Explained by Yaakov Levine

Health coach Yaakov Levine returns by popular demand to walk us through the ketogenic diet phenomena. How was this diet originated? Who benefits? How can you change your food choices to fit the keto lifestyle? Yaakov Levine cuts through the hype to focus on the basics.

He goes back to the beginning to help us understand how the human digestive system evolved based on the hunter/gatherer lifestyle. Yaakov gives examples of what a plate of food in keeping with the ketogenic diet looks like and how big a serving size is.

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Show 136: Plaedo - Down the Garden Path and Into Activism

Wed, 02 May 2018 02:38:35 GMT

Some of us jump into gardening as kids but far more of us find the garden much later along the way. Amid getting an education, building a career, falling in love, raising a family and building a life, plants sometimes need to shout to get our attention. Once they do ...

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Show 22: Cannabis for Practical Herbalists

Tue, 01 May 2018 16:02:55 GMT

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Show 135: Herb Lab - Amanda Dilday - Self Care for Herbalists

Wed, 25 Apr 2018 02:34:28 GMT

As Sue and Candace reflect on the interview with Amanda Dilday, they sort through the under-rated step of healing which involves letting the healer breathe. Self care can take many forms. After healing others, it is important for future patient care to take a minute for collecting yourself. Amanda's focus on trauma healing provided a strong backbone for the discussion of self care.

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Show 17: Balance Your Nervous System with Herbs

Sun, 22 Apr 2018 15:45:58 GMT

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Let's Talk Series: Jakob Slettleland - Understanding Herbal Research

Tue, 10 Apr 2018 17:16:32 GMT

Herbal Nerd Society member exclusive: Understanding Herbal Research with Jakob Slettleland

There is a bounty of research that herbalists can learn from that is readily available yet translating the scientific jargon can be daunting. Jakob Slettleland MSc RH(AHG) shares helpful perspectives on reading and interpreting herbal research. He gives tips on recognizing studies that are done well and those that are best ignored. He clears up a few terms such as in-vitro and invivo and why anecdotal accounts do not belong in the discussion.

Jakob's theory is that scientific information is a tool that herbalists will be able to use to their advantage once they have a grasp on the jargon and scope. Just a few tips from Jakob dulls the edge of intimidation that many have about scientific studies. The world needs more educated herbal healers. Knowledge is power.

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Show 132: Dr. Bill Rawls - Perspectives on Modern Herbalism

Wed, 04 Apr 2018 02:23:26 GMT

Dr. Rawls also focuses on the effect of fresh food versus processed food on human health. The changing field of botanical medicine has cast ripples in many aspects of modern life. Making space in our lives for natural healing is a key component of modern herbalism. As Dr. Rawls says, "Plants don't grow where they want to grow; they grow where they can grow."

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Show 131: Herb Lab - Dr. Michael Tierra - Kratom on Trial

Wed, 28 Mar 2018 02:20:23 GMT

Kratom is making headlines as both a natural and safe pain reliever AND as a targeted and dangerous herb. After centuries of use in Asia, kratom is just one more herb to join the ranks of analgesic herbs to draw the government's scrutiny. Those that use this plant as an alternative to addictive prescription pain killers are growing increasingly worried that it will become banned by the FDA and DEA leaving patients helpless in the wake of the opioid epidemic.

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Show 130: Dr. Michael Tierra - Kratom on Trial

Wed, 21 Mar 2018 02:17:22 GMT

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Show 129: Herb Lab - 7Song - Herbal First Aid for Large Groups

Tue, 13 Mar 2018 01:56:46 GMT

After an intriguing interview with Herbalist 7Song about the vast scale of emergency care he has brought to our global community over the last few decades, Sue and Candace explore their own herbal first aid for the week. Candace brought healthcare to both herself and her duck. Animals need healthcare just as much as humans do and Candace had to provide it for both of them in the same weekend. Her sinus draining, neti pot recipe is listed below.

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Show 133: Herb Lab - Dr. Bill Rawls - Perspectives on Modern Herbalism

Sun, 11 Mar 2018 03:26:08 GMT

This topic is a favorite for both Sue and Candace as it is one of the foundations of their website, books and podcast. Checking these resources have helped them expand into more professional and well-rounded healers. They discuss some of their valued botanical allies including licorice - the subject of April 2018 Herbal Nerd Society Herb of the Month focus.

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Let’s Talk Series: Stealth Microbes with Dr. Bill Rawls - Herbal Nerd Society Podcasts

Wed, 07 Mar 2018 19:11:52 GMT

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Show 128: 7Song - Herbal First Aid for Large Groups

Wed, 07 Mar 2018 02:50:28 GMT

First aid is vital to the survival of our species. Our guest, 7Song, herbalist at the Ithaca Free Clinic and education specialist at the Northeast School of Botanical Medicine has been leading the way in the herbal first aid movement. Although herbalists have been first responders in emergency situations since civilization begun, the newest resurgence in herbalists serving side by side with EMTs in large scale festival first aid tents has largely been due to 7Song's work. He has published protocols for public consumption on herbal first aid and the results are revolutionary.

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Show 127: Herb Lab - Jason Scott - Mushroom Alchemy

Wed, 28 Feb 2018 02:46:38 GMT

After talking with spagyricist and mycologist Jason Scott of Feral Fungi and AlcheMycology about the synergy of mushrooms, medicine and alchemy, Sue and Candace have donned their wizard hats and are reporting on their own alchemy. For Sue, it was a simple mushroom hunt but Candace went much deeper down the rabbit hole.

Candace stuck a fire under her magic cauldron and brewed up some oil of egg. This is a topical oil extracted from, not infused by, eggs. The process was fairly simple and yielded a highly absorbent oil noted for healing burns, wounds and dry skin.

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Show 126: Jason Scott - Mushrooms, Medicine, and Alchemy

Wed, 21 Feb 2018 02:41:32 GMT

Today, we're talking with spagyricist and mycologist Jason Scott, owner and operator of Feral Fungi curator of AlcheMycology about the synergy of mushrooms, medicine and alchemy. He focuses on making double extract spagyric tinctures from fungi.

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Show 125: Herb Lab - Ashley Litecky Elenbaas - Nervine Herbs and Education

Wed, 14 Feb 2018 02:35:00 GMT

After an interview with registered herbalist, yoga instructor and owner of Sky House Yoga, Ashley Litecky Elenbaas, Sue and Candace talk about their own favorite nervine herbs. Nervines are a class of medicine used to calm the nerves. This is an instrumental part of caring for patients who are struggling with stress from illness or trauma. It is no wonder that herbalists need a cabinet full of nervine options.

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Let’s Talk Series: EPA and DHA Explained by Yaakov Levine - Herbal Nerd Society Podcasts

Wed, 07 Feb 2018 18:23:45 GMT

The new buzz words in the health industry are EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). These popular omega 3 fatty acids are proving to be key to health and disease prevention. Yaakov Levine uses his training as a health couch to explain how they work and what sources are best.

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Show 124: Ashley Litecky Elenbaas - Combine, Adapt and Thrive

Wed, 07 Feb 2018 02:28:44 GMT

There are some herbal certification programs here in the states and plenty of absolutely wonderful schools many of us attend but the path we each find into the field varies as wildly as the plants themselves. today, we're talking with registered herbalist, yoga instructor and owner of Sky House Yoga, Ashley Litecky Elenbaas, about blending science, energy, world travel and study into a clinical herbal career.

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Show 123: Herb Lab - Gardening Planning the Practical Herbalist Way

Wed, 31 Jan 2018 02:11:09 GMT

Garden planning is fun to do but must be followed up on. Podcast hosts Candace, Patrick and Sue have already started putting some of those plans in action. After all, as Rudyard Kipling famously said, "Gardens are not made by singing 'Oh, how beautiful,' and sitting in the shade."

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Show 122: Gardening Planning the Practical Herbalist Way

Tue, 23 Jan 2018 17:06:29 GMT

Seeds may lie dormant in the ground under the snow but the winter mind of a gardener starts buzzing like a bee hive. The Real Herbalism Radio team are perusing new seed catalogs and scratching plans on graph paper for spring. Garden planning needs to laid out carefully in order to maximize the output of food, herbs and fun from our little pieces of paradise.

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Let’s Talk Series: Magic of Oxymels with Rosalee de la Forêt - Herbal Nerd Society Podcasts

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 16:15:43 GMT

Rosalee de la Forêt, herbalist and author of the best selling book, The Alchemy of Herbs spends time sharing with Herb Nerd Society members about a delicious herbal option that is growing in popularity. Oxymels used to be considered old-fashioned medicine.

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Show 121: Herb Lab - The Mushrooming World of Mushrooms with Jeff Chilton

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 02:04:55 GMT

After an interview with Jeff Chilton, commercial grower, founder of Nammex and expert in the medicinal mushroom industry, Sue and Candace talk about how they incorporate mushrooms in their own lives. They also received a gift from the desert of Joshua Tree herbs from Christina Sanchez, owner of Every Leaf Speaks. This has been a week of healing and wonder for the Practical Herbalists. Thanks to both Jeff and Christina for helping us put an herb on it!

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Show 120: The Mushrooming World of Mushrooms with Jeff Chilton

Wed, 10 Jan 2018 02:02:36 GMT

In Asia, mushrooms have long held an esteemed place among herbal practitioners. Here in the West, they've quietly waited for us to awaken to their medicine. Luckily for us, pioneers like Jeff Chilton, commercial grower, founder of Nammex and expert in the medicinal mushroom industry for over 40 years, have opened the doors to the fungal pharmacy. Today, we're talking with Jeff about the science and evolution of mushroom medicine in the West.

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Show 119: 2017 in Review - Out with the Old, In with the New

Wed, 03 Jan 2018 06:55:37 GMT

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Let’s Talk Series: Coffee with Okon Udosenata, Equiano Coffee - Herbal Nerd Society Podcasts

Mon, 01 Jan 2018 01:51:05 GMT

There is an art to everything. Once you discover the secret to bringing out the subtle flavor in your daily cup of coffee -Coffea arabica (Arabica) or Coffea canephora (Robusta), your morning becomes a magical ritual.

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Let’s Talk Series: Books for Herb Nerds of 2017 - Herbal Nerd Society Podcasts

Tue, 05 Dec 2017 19:40:38 GMT

A well-written book is worth every penny you spend on it. Sue and Candace have compiled a list of hidden treasures that are great resources for gardeners and herbalists alike.

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Show 118: 2nd Annual Book Lover's Review

Wed, 29 Nov 2017 06:53:40 GMT

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Show 117: Herb Lab - Beauty from the Desert with Christina Sanchez

Wed, 22 Nov 2017 06:51:54 GMT

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Show 116: Beauty from the Desert with Christina Sanchez

Tue, 14 Nov 2017 06:50:15 GMT

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Show 115: Herb Lab - Pumpkin Spice - Level Up a Seasonal Favorite

Wed, 08 Nov 2017 06:48:35 GMT

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Let’s Talk Series: Yeasties and Beasties with Thomas Easley - Herbal Nerd Society Podcasts

Thu, 02 Nov 2017 00:33:17 GMT

Even in First World nations, creepy-crawlies can invade our bodies. Bacteria, Fungus, and Worms are more common than we'd like to admit. In this Let's Talk, Thomas Easley shares with us a couple of his tips and tricks plus a couple of herbal antiseptic recipes for dealing with when things go wrong.

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Show 114: Pumpkin Spice - Level Up a Seasonal Favorite

Wed, 01 Nov 2017 05:46:54 GMT

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Show 113: Herb Lab - Digestive Health with Thomas Easley

Wed, 25 Oct 2017 05:45:21 GMT

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Show 112: Digestive Health with Thomas Easley

Wed, 18 Oct 2017 05:43:28 GMT

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Show 111: Herb Lab - Top 5 Herbs for Chronic Conditions with Rosalee De La Foret

Wed, 11 Oct 2017 05:41:48 GMT

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Show 110: Top 5 Herbs for Chronic Conditions with Rosalee De La Foret

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 05:38:25 GMT

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Show 109: Herb Lab – Interview with 7song – Clinical Herbalist Pioneer

Wed, 27 Sep 2017 05:37:12 GMT

Free clinics are popping up around the world as herbalists step up to share their knowledge with the public. Hosts Sue and Candace discuss the free clinic movement and what it takes to work in a free clinic.

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Show 108: Interview with 7song - Clinical Herbalist Pioneer

Wed, 20 Sep 2017 05:35:59 GMT

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Show 107: Herb Lab - Back to School with Herbs

Wed, 13 Sep 2017 05:35:06 GMT

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Show 106: Back to School with Herbs

Wed, 06 Sep 2017 05:33:19 GMT

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Show 105: Herb Lab - Digestive Health and the Microbiome with Yaakov Levine

Wed, 30 Aug 2017 05:31:48 GMT

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Show 104: Digestive Health and the Microbiome with Yaakov Levine

Tue, 22 Aug 2017 05:30:20 GMT

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Show 103: Herb Lab - Unlocking Lyme Disease with Dr. William Rawls

Tue, 15 Aug 2017 05:29:03 GMT

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Show 102: Unlocking Lyme Disease with Dr. William Rawls

Tue, 08 Aug 2017 05:27:15 GMT

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Show 101: Health Questions for the Herbal Experts

Tue, 01 Aug 2017 05:25:28 GMT

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Show 100: Real Herbalism Radio in Review - The Evolution of Herbal Medicine

Tue, 20 Jun 2017 05:22:37 GMT

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Show 99: Herb Lab - It's the Berries! Medicinal Fruit at It's Best.

Tue, 13 Jun 2017 05:19:32 GMT

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Show 98: It's the Berries!

Tue, 06 Jun 2017 05:18:21 GMT

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Show 97: Herb Lab - Yaakov Levine - Heeding the Call to Health

Wed, 31 May 2017 05:17:09 GMT

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Show 96: Yaakov Levine - Heeding the Call to Health

Wed, 24 May 2017 05:15:29 GMT

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Show 95: Herb Lab with Our Big, Fat Mint Family

Wed, 17 May 2017 05:12:41 GMT

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Show 94: Our Big, Fat Mint Family

Wed, 10 May 2017 05:11:13 GMT

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Show 93 - Herb Lab - Social and Dietary Cleanses

Tue, 02 May 2017 05:09:09 GMT

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Show 92: Metabolic Syndrome and Natural Treatment Options with Jakob Sletteland

Tue, 25 Apr 2017 05:04:27 GMT

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Show 91: Herb Lab - Growing Herbs in Small Spaces

Wed, 19 Apr 2017 05:03:20 GMT

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Show 90: Growing Herbs in Small Spaces with Bonnie Rose Weaver and Mari Amend

Sat, 08 Apr 2017 04:56:23 GMT

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Show 89: Herb Lab with Oxymels Inspired by Rosalee De La Foret

Wed, 05 Apr 2017 04:54:03 GMT

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Show 88: Alchemy of Herbs with Rosalee De La Foret

Wed, 29 Mar 2017 04:50:12 GMT

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Show 87: Herb Lab with Coffee and Okon

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 04:48:44 GMT

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Show 86: The Joy of Medicinal Coffee with Jakob Sletteland

Tue, 14 Mar 2017 04:47:15 GMT

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Show 85: Herb Lab Kids, Nature and Nettle

Wed, 08 Mar 2017 05:46:01 GMT

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Show 84: Teaching Kids about Nature with Anna Bradley

Tue, 28 Feb 2017 05:44:54 GMT

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Show 83: Herb Lab with Herbal Medicine Experimentation

Tue, 21 Feb 2017 05:43:32 GMT

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Show 82: Thomas Easley and The Modern Herbal Dispensatory

Tue, 14 Feb 2017 05:42:26 GMT

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Show 80: A 101 on Raising Chickens Naturally

Sun, 29 Jan 2017 05:37:54 GMT

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Show 79: Herb Lab Vital Herbalism and Fire Cider Making Day

Thu, 12 Jan 2017 05:35:30 GMT

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Show 77: Herbal Reflections and Aspirations

Wed, 04 Jan 2017 05:32:37 GMT

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Show 76: Herbal Flea Control Done the Natural Way

Tue, 27 Dec 2016 05:31:14 GMT

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Show 75: Lavender - A Favorite First Aid Herb

Tue, 20 Dec 2016 05:29:31 GMT

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Show 74: How to treat Anxiety with Herbalism and Essential Oils

Tue, 13 Dec 2016 05:28:16 GMT

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Show 73: Herbal Cordials a Replay of a Classic Episode

Tue, 13 Dec 2016 05:26:10 GMT

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Show 72: Herbal Books for 2016

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 05:21:39 GMT

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Show 70: Kratom, An Age-old Herbal Remedy Resurfaces

Tue, 15 Nov 2016 05:11:47 GMT

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Show 69: Herb Lab with Primitive Skills and Ancestral Living Skills

Tue, 08 Nov 2016 05:09:53 GMT

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Show 68: Tracking Down Herbalism with Anna Bradley

Tue, 01 Nov 2016 04:08:10 GMT

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Show 67: Herb Lab with Deeply Rooted

Tue, 25 Oct 2016 04:06:30 GMT

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Show 71: Herb Lab with Kratom and Kratom Salve

Fri, 21 Oct 2016 04:19:40 GMT

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Show 66: Deeply Rooted with Bonnie Rose Weaver and Mari Amend

Tue, 18 Oct 2016 04:04:49 GMT

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Show 65: Herb Lab with Adaptogen Herbs

Tue, 11 Oct 2016 04:03:03 GMT

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Show 64: Adaptogen Herbs with Maria Noël Groves

Wed, 05 Oct 2016 04:00:55 GMT

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Show 63: Herb Lab with Mushroom Medicine and Herbal 101

Fri, 30 Sep 2016 03:59:04 GMT

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Show 61: Herb Lab with Classic Chili Pepper and Herbal 101

Wed, 07 Sep 2016 03:54:43 GMT

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Show 60: Chili Pepper, Spicy Herbal Medicine

Tue, 06 Sep 2016 03:50:03 GMT

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Show 59: Herb Lab with Home Composting and Vermiculture

Tue, 30 Aug 2016 03:48:05 GMT

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Show 58: Home Composting Tips and Tricks

Tue, 23 Aug 2016 03:45:38 GMT

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Show 62: Mushroom Medicine with Peter McCoy

Mon, 22 Aug 2016 03:56:52 GMT

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Show 57: Herb Lab with Anna Rósa's Herbal Formulas

Tue, 16 Aug 2016 03:43:07 GMT

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Show 56: Great Herb Recipes with Anna Rósa Róbertsdóttir

Wed, 10 Aug 2016 03:41:26 GMT

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Show 55: Herb Lab with Herbal Studies and Herbal 101

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 03:39:19 GMT

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Show 54: How to Choose an Herbal Study Course

Wed, 27 Jul 2016 03:37:24 GMT

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Show 49: Herb Lab with Body into Balance and Herbal 101

Wed, 20 Jul 2016 17:27:41 GMT

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Show 53: Herb Lab with Culinary Herbalism and Herbal 101

Tue, 19 Jul 2016 03:32:41 GMT

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Show 52: Culinary Herbalism with Leda Hermecz

Tue, 19 Jul 2016 03:29:44 GMT

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Show 51: Herb Lab with Classic Cannabis and Herbal 101

Mon, 04 Jul 2016 17:31:29 GMT

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Show 50: Marijuana and Cannibus Laws Open the Door to New Exploration of this Powerful Herb

Wed, 29 Jun 2016 17:29:22 GMT

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Show 48: Body into Balance with Maria Noël Groves

Mon, 13 Jun 2016 17:25:37 GMT

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Show 47: Herb Lab with Mushrooms, News, Herbal 101 and a Preview

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 16:04:54 GMT

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Show 46: Radical Mycology with Peter McCoy

Mon, 30 May 2016 15:57:53 GMT

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Show 45: Herb Lab with Rose, News, Herbal 101 and a Preview

Mon, 23 May 2016 15:53:49 GMT

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Show 44: The Versatile Rose

Mon, 16 May 2016 15:52:10 GMT

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Show 43: The B Show - Locavore Digested, Chickweed, and Cannabis in the News

Tue, 10 May 2016 15:49:13 GMT

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Show 41: The B Show - A Recap of Show 40 and Herbal 101s

Mon, 25 Apr 2016 17:00:51 GMT

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Show 40: Herbs of Iceland with Anna Rósa Róbertsdóttir

Thu, 21 Apr 2016 16:57:51 GMT

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Show 39: The Poo Show - A Panel on Digestive Health

Mon, 11 Apr 2016 16:55:23 GMT

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Show 38: Plant Conservation with Rosemary Gladstar

Mon, 21 Mar 2016 16:50:59 GMT

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Show 37: Awakening to Herbalism with Demetria Clark

Thu, 10 Mar 2016 18:13:39 GMT

While many of us came to herbalism later in life, there are those who found the medicine of plants early on–and made learning, using, and sharing that medicine a career. Today we’re talking with Demetria Clark, author, doula trainer, herbalist, aromatherapist, and Director of Heart of Herbs Herbal School about her early awakening to herbalism and the varied path on which it’s taken her.

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Show 36: How Herbalism Can Change the World

Wed, 24 Feb 2016 17:49:13 GMT

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Show 35: Herbs for Pregnancy and Beyond with Demetria Clark

Wed, 27 Jan 2016 17:45:51 GMT

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Show 34: Flower Essence Healing with Patti Leahy

Mon, 11 Jan 2016 17:42:36 GMT

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Show 33: The Art of Chinese Herbal Formulas

Wed, 30 Dec 2015 17:39:36 GMT

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Show 31: Herbal Tree Medicines

Mon, 23 Nov 2015 17:34:04 GMT

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Show 32: Recycle Your Christmas Tree...Herbal Uses for Your Holiday Decorations

Mon, 09 Nov 2015 17:37:00 GMT

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Show 30: Easy Herbal Gifts to Make at Home

Sat, 07 Nov 2015 17:32:04 GMT

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Show 29: Add Chili Pepper to Your Life

Thu, 22 Oct 2015 16:28:19 GMT

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Show 28: The Path into Health and Healing, an Interview with Zoe Fallian

Wed, 14 Oct 2015 16:25:23 GMT

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Show 27: Fall Cleanse and Herbal Detox for Body, Mind, Soul

Wed, 07 Oct 2015 16:23:27 GMT

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Show 26: Crisis Herbal Dental Care

Sun, 06 Sep 2015 16:20:50 GMT

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Show 25: Herbal Rebirth, an Interview with Rosemary Gladstar

Fri, 14 Aug 2015 16:16:40 GMT

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Show 23: Walking the Herbalist's Path, an Interview with Nicole Telkes

Wed, 22 Jul 2015 16:07:24 GMT

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Show 21: Saint John's Wort, Midsummer's Gift

Fri, 19 Jun 2015 15:59:49 GMT

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Show 19: Herbals from South of the Border - Real Herbalism Radio

Mon, 18 May 2015 15:52:38 GMT

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Show 20: Tapping the Keg–Herbalists Rediscover Beers of Olde

Sat, 09 May 2015 15:55:34 GMT

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Show 18: Ancient Remedies for Modern Times - Real Herbalism Radio

Mon, 04 May 2015 15:48:28 GMT

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Show 16: Kitchen Pantry Herbalism

Tue, 07 Apr 2015 15:42:48 GMT

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Show 15: An Interview with Howie Brounstein

Sun, 29 Mar 2015 17:25:00 GMT

The field of herbalism has changed considerably over the past thirty years. Once, aspiring herbalists had few mentors and essentially had to create the path into the herbal lifestyle on their own. Those hardy souls have become the teachers and guides modern herbalists have to thank for reclaiming herbalism as a real medicine for the people. Today, we’re talking with one of herbalism’s elders, Howie Brounstein, co-owner and primary instructor of Columbines School of Botanical Studies, about his path into herbalism and the changes he’s seen.

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Show 14: Herbalism on the Appalachian Trail

Tue, 10 Mar 2015 17:22:00 GMT

The Appalachian trail offers beauty, challenge, and for the practical herbalist deep and herbal healing. Today, we’ll talk with our guest hiker and herbalist, Candice Cook, about her experience hiking this amazing trail often called The People’s Trail and the many plant medicines she encountered on her journey.

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Show 13: Maca an Endangered Super Food

Wed, 18 Feb 2015 18:19:00 GMT

Forty years ago, Peru’s Department of Agriculture tallied maca cultivation at only 70 acres. By the early ‘90s, maca was on the endangered plants list. This year, Peruvian farmers have revived and saved this herb only to face invasion by biopirates. Today, we’re talking about maca and the integrity herbalists must bring to indigenous crops.

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Show 12: Natural Flea Control Options

Tue, 03 Feb 2015 18:15:00 GMT

Although Flea season may be at it’s end for this year, fleas are still among us. Today, we discussed Natural Herbal Approaches to Flea Control using herbal and homesteading practices.

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Show 11: Herbs for Flu and Cold Prevention

Fri, 09 Jan 2015 18:11:00 GMT

We’re knee-deep into the Flu and Cold season. We Practical Herbalists are already mobilizing our defenses. We’re using prevention, stocking up on herbals, and educating friends and family. Today, we’ll talk about how you can join in on the preparations.

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Show 10: Lavender – Perfume with a Medicinal Punch

Thu, 18 Dec 2014 18:06:00 GMT

After researching one of our favorite first aid herbs, we discovered Lavender’s wide reach is backed up by a wealth of scientific study. Today, we’ll touch on those studies and talk about how you can incorporate Lavender into your life.

Studies we mentioned:

Lin PW, Chan W, Ng BF, Lam LC. Efficacy of aromatherapy (Lavandula angustifolia) as an intervention for agitated behaviors in Chinese older persons with dementia: a cross-over randomized trial. Int J Geriatr Psychiatry. 2007;22:405-10.

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Show 9: Herbalism is the Medicine of the People

Tue, 02 Dec 2014 18:00:00 GMT

It’s more than a mantra for practicing herbalists focused on native plant species as is today’s guest, Candice Cook. We’ll talk with her about how she found her way into herbalism, the plants and people who’ve inspired her, and we’ll delve into how her philosophy has gained her valuable insights into the world of plants. For more information on Candice or to contact her, read her blog, Roam and Write.

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Show 8: Dude, it's Legal: Marijuana and Cannibus Laws Open the Door to New Exploration of this Herb - Real Herbalism Radio

Sat, 15 Nov 2014 07:45:00 GMT

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Show 7: Medicinal Mushrooms

Mon, 03 Nov 2014 07:43:00 GMT

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Show 6: Herbal Cordials for the Holidays

Sat, 18 Oct 2014 06:39:00 GMT

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Show 5: An Interview with Alese "Dandy" Colehour the Herbal Fermenter

Fri, 10 Oct 2014 06:36:00 GMT

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Show 4: Natural Treatment Options for Anxiety

Mon, 22 Sep 2014 06:30:00 GMT

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Show 3: Protecting Boundaries with Elderberry and Flower

Thu, 04 Sep 2014 06:25:00 GMT

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Show 2: The Summer Harvest

Thu, 21 Aug 2014 06:09:00 GMT

Summer fruits are abundant, especially amidst the dog days of August and into early September. Blackberries and peaches are coming on as are plums, early apples, and pears. All these delicious fruits have medicinal properties a practical herbalist can use through out the year.

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Show 1- Herbs for Dental Health

Fri, 01 Aug 2014 06:13:00 GMT

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