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In this episode of The Herbalist Hour, I sit down with herbalists Sam Roberts and Renée Camila from Now and Then Herb School. We explore what it really means to trust yourself as an herbalist, especially in a world where imposter syndrome runs deep. Sam and Renée share how building intimate relationships with plants can shift your confidence, your practice, and your understanding of what it means to "know" something. We also talk about their origin story as collaborators and educators, the philosophy behind Now and Then Herb School, and how they approach teaching herbalism through connection, experience, and community. From low-dose "spirit medicine" to working with mystery herbs, this conversation covers a wide range of topics while staying grounded in one core idea: relationship. If you've ever doubted yourself on your plant path, this one's for you. WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE LINKS & RESOURCES Now & Then Herb School | NowAndThenHerbSchool.com Instagram | @nowandthenherbschool KPFA | KPFA.org Herbal Highway Archives | GO TO THE ARCHIVES If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share it with a fellow plant person. 🌿Grab FREE Herbal Resources Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and get instant access to a 91-page Botanical Anthology sampler—plus a bundle of herbal freebies. 👉 Get the freebies | HerbalFreebies.com Want to join us live for future interviews? Become a HerbRally Schoolhouse member: HerbRally Schoolhouse | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Use coupon code SCHOOLHOUSE30 for your first 30 days free! ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.

In this episode of The Herbalist Hour, I'm joined by herbalist Laura Madeline, with guest co-host Rosalee de la Forêt. Laura shares her journey from nursing to herbalism, following an intuitive calling that completely changed her path. We talk about bioregional Ayurveda, working with the seasons, growing herbs, and what it's like running an herbal nursery and CSA. We also explore her work supporting mothers, her Backyard Harvest project, and how plants can guide us back into relationship with the land. Laura also asked me to share her resources page, a thoughtfully curated collection of trusted tools, teachers, and support for herbalism, holistic healing, ancestral food as medicine, and the childbearing continuum. It's meant to help cut through misinformation and connect you with reliable, community-rooted support. 🔗 CHECK OUT THE RESOURCES WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE LINKS & RESOURCES Laura's website | BackyardHarvestHerbal.com Laura on Instagram | @backyardharvestherbal Rosalee's website | HerbsWithRosalee.com If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share it with a fellow plant person. 🌿Grab FREE Herbal Resources Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and get instant access to a 91-page Botanical Anthology sampler—plus a bundle of herbal freebies. 👉 Get the freebies | HerbalFreebies.com Want to join us live for future interviews? Become a HerbRally Schoolhouse member: HerbRally Schoolhouse | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Use coupon code SCHOOLHOUSE30 for your first 30 days free! ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.

🌿 Get 15% off your first order with Kokora Use code HERBRALLY15 at KokoraLife.com In this episode of The Herbalist Hour, I sit down with herbalist and founder of Kokora, Ric Scalzo. Many of you may know Ric as the co-founder of Gaia Herbs, but today we focus on his newest venture and the deeper philosophy behind it. Ric shares how Kokora's products go from farm to bottle, rooted in regenerative organic agriculture and a commitment to true herbal integrity. We explore the difference between regenerative and organic practices, the role of bioferments and bamboo biochar in soil health, and how these approaches influence the quality of herbal medicine. We also dive into some of Kokora's formulations, including their turmeric capsules, 5 mushroom blend, and regenerative stress support formula, along with what Ric personally reaches for most often. Along the way, Ric reflects on his early days in herbalism, what inspired him to start again after decades of success with Gaia, and how the herbal industry has evolved over time. He also shares insights for aspiring herbal entrepreneurs, lessons learned from launching Kokora, and the influence of Blue Zones and nature-based living on his work and daily life. If you're interested in regenerative agriculture, herbal quality, or the long view of building a life in herbalism, this is a great one. WATCH ON YOUTUBE LINKS & RESOURCES Kokora | KokoraLife.com Kokora on Instagram | @kokoralife Ric on Instagram | @ricscalzo If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share it with a fellow plant person. 🌿Grab FREE Herbal Resources Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and get instant access to a 91-page Botanical Anthology sampler—plus a bundle of herbal freebies. 👉 Get the freebies | HerbalFreebies.com Want to join us live for future interviews? Become a HerbRally Schoolhouse member: HerbRally Schoolhouse | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Use coupon code SCHOOLHOUSE30 for your first 30 days free! ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.

In this episode, meet the organizers behind the Wild Indigo Herb Fest and get a behind-the-scenes look at how this one-of-a-kind herbal gathering came to life. From a rainy sugar shack in Northeast Ohio to the rolling hills of Kentucky, this festival is rooted in connection, community, and a shared love of the plants. The Wild Indigo team has woven together their favorite elements of herbal conferences to create something truly special. WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE 🌿 Featuring keynote speakers Linda Black Elk and Marc Williams, along with a diverse lineup of herbalists, teachers, and community voices. Expect: • Inspiring classes and plant walks • A vibrant vendor marketplace • Local food, music, and art • Camping (or glamping!) under the stars • A welcoming space for families, including Kids Fest • Real connection with fellow plant people Whether you're brand new to herbalism or deep on the path, this is a chance to learn, share, and gather in a meaningful way. Join us June 12–14, 2026 at Terrapin Hill Farm, Harrodsburg, KY. 👉 Learn more and grab your tickets

In this special keynote episode, we're sharing The Life-Saving Magic of Herbing It Up with herbalist, educator, and community leader Lottie Spady, recorded live at the 2025 Great Lakes Herb Faire. In this powerful and heartfelt talk, Lottie shares how her journey into herbalism transformed not only her physical health, but also her sense of purpose, community, and connection to the natural world. Through her story, we're reminded of the deep, life-changing potential of building relationships with plants as true allies. Huge thanks to Lottie for granting permission to share this keynote, and to Anna and the entire Great Lakes Herb Faire team for so generously providing the recording. If this talk resonates with you, be sure to check out everything the Great Lakes Herb Faire has to offer… Learn more about the Faire | GreatLakesHerbFaire.com The Faire offers recordings from past events (including this keynote), with dozens of classes available from over the years. Most are available individually, or as part of larger bundles. You can BROWSE THE RECORDINGS HERE. And be sure to check out Lottie's work with Earthseed Detroit, where she focuses on community herbalism, education, and accessible wellness: Earthseed Detroit | EarthseedDetroit.com Thanks for listening, and we hope you enjoy this inspiring keynote from Lottie Spady. ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.

In this special episode of The Herbalist Hour, Rosalee de la Forêt turns the tables on HerbRally founder and longtime host Mason Hutchison for a wide-ranging, heartfelt conversation about rebuilding, community, and the person behind the podcast. WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE What starts as a "comeback episode" becomes something deeper: a reflection on major life transitions, self-care, friendship, fatherhood, herbal practice, and the many passions that make Mason who he is. Along the way, Rosalee guides the conversation while surprise video questions and messages from fellow herbalists appear throughout the episode. Mason shares stories about nourishing herbal infusions, movement, movies, basketball, ping pong, and meaningful plant relationships — along with reflections on the herbal community that has shaped his life and work. This episode is funny, vulnerable, and full of heart — a reminder that herbalism is not just about plants, but about people, connection, and the communities that carry us through. A big thank you to the many herbalists and friends who took the time to record surprise video questions and messages for this episode. Your kind words and support truly meant a lot. I didn't cry at all. HerbRally has always been about connecting plant people, and this moment was a beautiful reminder of just how generous and supportive this community can be. And of course, a heartfelt thank you to Rosalee de la Forêt for hosting this special episode and guiding the conversation with such care and thoughtfulness. TOPICS COVERED • The story behind HerbRally and Mason's role as a community connector • Life transitions, rebuilding after divorce, and moving back to Oregon • Cultivating relationships during times of change (Asia Dorsey's question) • Strength training and "movement snacks" with Samantha Butts • Avoiding overwhelm and building habits one small step at a time • Nourishing herbal infusions and two decades of infusion practice • Plant relationships, including Pedicularis groenlandica (elephant's head) • Finding joy through basketball, movies, and ping pong • "Compliments as medicine" and learning to receive praise • Surprise video tributes from herbalists and friends • What's next for HerbRally, Folk Methodology, and upcoming projects LINKS & RESOURCES HerbRally | https://herbrally.com Rosalee de la Forêt | http://www.herbswithrosalee.com Folk Methodology | https://folkmethodology.com Herb Mentor Radio (LearningHerbs) | https://learningherbs.com Columbines School of Botanical Studies | https://botanicalstudies.net Asia Dorsey | http://www.bonesbugsandbotany.com/ Petty Herbalist Podcast | https://www.pettyherbalist.com Jess Starwood | https://jstarwood.com/ BOOK: I Am The Land, These Are My People | https://amzn.to/4lI1M7y Samantha Butts | https://www.instagram.com/samanthabutts_/ Torin Frost | https://www.youtube.com/@torinfrostofficial HerbRally Schoolhouse | https://herbrally.com/schoolhouse ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.

In this episode of The Herbalist Hour, I sit down with herbalist, teacher, and long-time community mentor Betzy Bancroft to explore the heart, craft, and deep science behind her new book Herbal Pharmacy: The Science and Magic of Preparing and Administering Plant Medicine. Betzy has been teaching herbal medicine making for more than three decades. She co-founded the Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism, mentors clinical interns, presents at the Vermont NOFA Winter Conference, and serves on the advisory board of United Plant Savers. She also teaches and leads plant walks at the legendary Sage Mountain Botanical Sanctuary, where she lives just down the road. This conversation dives into the practical, the philosophical, and the magical sides of making plant medicine — from water and oils, to home apothecaries, to the evolving spiral of students becoming teachers. What We Talk About 🌿 Tips for leading an inspiring, grounded plant walk 🌿 Advice for herbalists writing their own informational books 🌿 A rich discussion of the water chapter and her reverence for water 🌿 Why oils and fats are both essential and misunderstood in herbalism 🌿 How she chooses fresh vs. dried plant material for tinctures 🌿 How to make homemade vinegar 🌿 Practical tips for building or expanding your home apothecary 🌿 And whole lot more! WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE LINKS & RESOURCES BOOK: Herbal Pharmacy | BUY THE BOOK Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism | VTHerbCenter.org Sage Mountain | SageMountain.com United Plant Savers | UnitedPlantSavers.org If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share it with a fellow plant person. 🌿Grab FREE Herbal Resources Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and get instant access to a 91-page Botanical Anthology sampler—plus a bundle of herbal freebies. 👉 Get the freebies | HerbalFreebies.com Want to join us live for future interviews? Become a HerbRally Schoolhouse member: HerbRally Schoolhouse | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Use coupon code SCHOOLHOUSE30 for your first 30 days free! ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.

This episode is brought to you by FOOD GENIUS A year-long mentorship from Asia Dorsey + Justin Robinson for folks craving a deeper relationship with food, ancestry, and embodied wellbeing. LEARN MORE & REGISTER In this clip from The Herbalist Hour episode 59, Asia Dorsey shares the story behind the West African dish Red Red — a vibrant meal made with red palm oil, black-eyed peas, peppers, and plantains. Asia reflects on her time living in Ghana, learning directly from local food traditions, and how that experience reshaped her relationship with ancestral foods. She also speaks about the deep nutritional and cultural importance of red palm oil and why preserving traditional foodways matters. The conversation touches on diaspora cooking, sourcing ingredients with integrity, and reconnecting with the culinary wisdom of our ancestors. Watch the full episode of The Herbalist Hour to hear more of this conversation with Asia Dorsey and Karina DesRoses. If you'd like to learn more from Asia, be sure to check out her Food Genius mentorship program. Enrolling now! LEARN MORE & REGISTER DISCLAIMER The information in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for advice provided by your physician or other medical professionals. Always consult a health care practitioner before using any herbal remedy or food, especially if you are nursing, pregnant, or have any medical condition.

This episode is brought to you by FOOD GENIUS A year-long mentorship from Asia Dorsey + Justin Robinson for folks craving a deeper relationship with food, ancestry, and embodied wellbeing. LEARN MORE & REGISTER In this episode of the HerbRally Podcast we're joined by herbalist Asia Dorsey. She answers 10 questions, as the title suggests. You'll learn: How she balances traditional herbal knowledge with modern science Her thoughts on the regulation of herbalists When she felt qualified to call herself an herbalist How to know how potent your herbal concoctions are How to keep joints healthy as we age And a whole lot more! There are so many takeaways in this one. Big thanks to Asia for taking the time to answer all of these questions! If you'd like to learn more from Asia, be sure to check out her Food Genius mentorship program. Enrolling now! LEARN MORE & REGISTER DISCLAIMER The information in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for advice provided by your physician or other medical professionals. Always consult a health care practitioner before using any herbal remedy or food, especially if you are nursing, pregnant, or have any medical condition.

This episode is brought to you by FOOD GENIUS A year-long mentorship from Asia Dorsey + Justin Robinson for folks craving a deeper relationship with food, ancestry, and embodied wellbeing. LEARN MORE & REGISTER Herbalist and author Patricia Kyritsi Howell joins Mason and co-host Rosalee de la Forêt to talk about the brand-new second edition of Medicinal Plants of the Southern Appalachians. Patricia shares how decades of walking the mountains have deepened her relationships with plants like bloodroot, sarsaparilla, and sassafras, weaving folk history with practical clinical insight. We also touch on her decision to self-publish, the creative freedom it allowed, and why preserving authentic herbal voices matters now more than ever. If you love Appalachian plants, plant stories, and thoughtful herbal conversations, this episode is for you. RESOURCES & LINKS Website | PatriciaKyritsiHowell.com BOOK | Medicinal Plants of the Southern Appalachians Wild Crete Trip | LEARN MORE & REGISTER Rosalee's Website | HerbsWithRosalee.com WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share it with a fellow plant person. 🌿Grab FREE Herbal Resources Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and get instant access to a 91-page Botanical Anthology sampler—plus a bundle of herbal freebies. 👉 Get the freebies | HerbalFreebies.com Want to join us live for future interviews? Become a HerbRally Schoolhouse member: HerbRally Schoolhouse | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Use coupon code SCHOOLHOUSE30 for your first 30 days free! ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.

If you love hot sauce as much as I do, and you love learning about herbalism through food... this class is a good'n 🔥 HOT SAUCE | Ancestral Communication Through Food as Medicine Food geniuses Asia Dorsey and Justin Robinson break down the ethnobotany of hot sauce, why so many cultures use heat as medicine, how fermentation boosts flavor, and the many health benefits woven into this fiery tradition. It's fun, practical, and super informative — all about one of my most beloved condiments. This 90-minute pre-recorded class also includes: a "Living Habanero Hot Sauce" fermented recipe card a lengthy Q&A where Asia and Justin answer some of your burning questions (pun intended) And here's the best part… HerbRally folks get it FREE (normally $25) Use coupon code HERBRALLY at checkout Valid through February 28, 2026 LEARN MORE & REGISTER You're gonna love it — enjoy! ~Mason

Today on the Herbalist Hour I'm joined by author, illustrator, and Appalachian folk magic practitioner Rebecca Beyer, along with my special co-host Rosalee de la Forêt. We dive deep into Rebecca's newest book, The Complete Folk Herbal, exploring everything from ethical wildcrafting to plant history, folk medicine-making, and the lived stories that shape her work. Rebecca shares her thoughts on learning from many teachers, cultivating authentic plant relationships, avoiding "guru-ism," and keeping humility at the center of herbal practice. We talk about sustainable foraging, the realities of plant lust, and how she hand-illustrated every page of this beautiful book. This episode is full of history, heart, humor, and grounded wisdom — a rich conversation for anyone who loves herbalism. RESOURCES & LINKS BOOK: The Complete Folk Herbal | BUY THE BOOK Rebecca's Website | BloodAndSpicebush.com Rebecca's Substack | BloodAndSpicebush.Substack.com Rebecca on Instagram | @bloodandspicebush Rosalee's Website | HerbsWithRosalee.com WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share it with a fellow plant person. 🌿Grab FREE Herbal Resources Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and get instant access to a 91-page Botanical Anthology sampler—plus a bundle of herbal freebies. 👉 Get the freebies | HerbalFreebies.com Want to join us live for future interviews? Become a HerbRally Schoolhouse member: HerbRally Schoolhouse | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Use coupon code SCHOOLHOUSE30 for your first 30 days free! ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.

In this clip from Herbalists After Hours, jim mcdonald shares one virtue he believes is essential for herbalists: kindness. Drawing on Octavia Butler's line, "Kindness eases change," jim reflects on how change — whether personal, cultural, or relational — is rarely easy. But kindness can soften the process. We talk about kindness toward others, kindness toward ourselves, and the deeper roots of the word "kind" — connected to kin and nature — reminding us that we are not separate from each other or the living world. In a culture where unkindness is often normalized, this is a gentle but powerful reminder: kindness matters. Rosalee and I are sharing clips from this conversation across our channels — but the full, in-person interview is where the whole story unfolds. FULL INTERVIEW | Watch on YouTube Folk Methodology is a collaboration between Mason Hutchison and Rosalee de la Forêt, dedicated to celebrating the living culture of herbalism. Get full episodes, behind-the-scenes updates, and future projects delivered straight to your inbox | FolkMethodology.com

🌿 Enroll in Medical Botany: Foundations in Ancient Plant Medicine Enrollment is now open for April Punsalan's 13-week apprenticeship focused on wild plant medicine, plant evolution, botany, Ayurveda, and the 6 tastes. Enroll by Monday night and receive the Wild Apothecary medicine-making course FREE (tinctures, oils, salves, extractions with primarily wild plants). 👉 ENROLL HERE 🌲 Episode Description In this episode of the Wild Herbs Podcast, April dives deeply into the medicine, botany, and spirit of Pine — an ancient evergreen ally that shows up when we need resilience the most. Pine has survived ice ages, climate shifts, and mass extinctions, and in the heart of winter it continues to offer powerful medicine for the lungs, immune system, and spirit. In this episode, April weaves together botany, herbal medicine, Ayurveda, and intuitive plant wisdom to explore why Pine is such a profound teacher for 2026. In this episode, you'll learn: Why Pine is one of the most ancient and resilient trees on Earth How Pine's xylem and spiral water movement reflect rhythmic growth How to identify pines using needles, fascicles, sheaths, and cones Why Pine is especially important medicine in winter Pine's medicinal actions (expectorant, antimicrobial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory) How Pine supports colds, mucus, immunity, and inflammation Why fresh Pine is preferred over dried The spiritual symbolism of Pine, spirals, and Fibonacci patterns What Pine teaches about receiving, presence, and sustainable growth Why building a relationship with plants comes before turning to books ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.

Medical Botany | A 13-Week Journey Into the Living Language of Plants LEARN MORE & REGISTER If the free preview lit a spark… the full Medical Botany program is where that spark becomes a lifelong relationship with the plant world. This course isn't about memorizing what an herb "does." It's about learning to see like a botanist, feel like an herbalist, and move through the landscape with a deeper sense of belonging. Created by botanist and herbalist April Punsalan, with guest teachings from ethnobotanist Nishanth Gurav, Medical Botany is a complete 13-week training that blends ancestral wisdom, plant morphology, Ayurveda, and intuitive herbalism into one transformative path. What You'll Experience Inside Medical Botany Learn the visual language of leaves, roots, flowers, and plant patterns Recognize wild medicinal plants with confidence Understand your body and herbal actions through Ayurveda Explore ancient medicinal plant families and their shared energetics Make wild medicine from ethically harvested plants Build intuition, ecological awareness, and a deeper connection to the Earth Access April's private library, botanical diagrams, plant ranges, and study tools Receive personal guidance — a rare offering in modern herbal courses Medical Botany is designed to shift how you see the natural world forever. Students walk away more rooted, more confident, and more capable of caring for themselves, their families, and their communities. If you're ready to learn the true language of medicinal plants… Join the full Medical Botany program and step into a deeper relationship with the plant kingdom. Begins soon! LEARN MORE & REGISTER

🌿 $7.77 eBook Sale (Feb 1–7) — Don't Miss It KhadiYah Preciado is hosting her annual eBook sale in honor of Black History Month! Grab her featured books — including The Biblical Herbalist, Everyday Herbs, Recipes From the Earth, Good Smells, and Kiddie Kitchen Apothecary — all for $7.77 through February 7. GET THE BOOKS This episode is a replay of my wonderful conversation with herbalist and author KhadiYah Preciado, host of the beloved YouTube channel Her Healthy Home. We talk about: • Herbal gardening • African herbalism • Her evolving writing + books • The importance of rest • Involving children with herbs • And a whole lot more! Thanks for listening, ~Mason 🌿 Grab KhadiYah's $7.77 eBook Sale Before Feb 7 It's only available for one week, and it supports KhadiYah's incredible work. SHOP THE SALE

Medical Botany Preview with Wild Herb Academy LEARN MORE & REGISTER FOR FREE In this short solo segment, I share an exciting opportunity from our friends at Wild Herb Academy — free access to six lessons from Medical Botany: Foundations in Ancient Plant Medicine. This free preview goes far deeper than basic plant ID. April Punsalan and ethnobotanist Nishanth Gurav teach you how to see plants the way botanists and traditional healers do: through patterns, form, environment, and structure. Inside the free lessons, you'll explore: • How to recognize plant patterns in the field • How leaf shapes and growth habits reveal medicinal qualities • How plant families help you understand unfamiliar herbs • Practical observation skills that deepen your relationship with the land I also share why this kind of plant-pattern literacy is a cornerstone of herbalism — the kind of knowledge that makes every future lesson, formula, and field walk make more sense. A great opportunity to sample the work before the full program opens. Mason Hutchison, HerbRally PS: Jump in soon so you have time to explore all six lessons while they're available. Medical Botany Preview with Wild Herb Academy LEARN MORE & REGISTER FOR FREE

FREE Virtual Herbalism Conference presented Herbal Academy February 15 - 20, 2026 LEARN MORE & REGISTER In this episode of The Herbalist Hour, I sit down with herbalist and educator Lindsey Feldpausch for a rich conversation about what a wholistic approach to herbal education truly means. Early in the episode, Rosalee de la Forêt pops in unexpectedly and joins the discussion, adding even more insight and warmth to the conversation. Lindsey shares her early plant story from Detroit and explores why wholeness in herbalism includes everything from botany and phytochemistry to formulation, energetics, clinical thinking, and direct plant experience. We talk niche vs. generalist paths, information overload, imposter feelings, and why curiosity is one of the herbalist's most valuable tools. We also get behind-the-scenes insights into the upcoming Virtual Herbalism Conference from the Herbal Academy — featuring Rosemary Gladstar, Guido Masé, Sajah Popham, Kat Maier, and more. A warm, energizing episode for herbalists at any point on their plant path 🌿 LINKS & RESOURCES 2026 Virtual Herbalism Conference | LEARN MORE & REGISTER FOR FREE Herbal Academy | LEARN MORE Herbalism Conferences on Instagram | @herbalismconferences Herbal Academy on Instagram | @herbalacademy Lindsey's Website | PlantMatters.org Lindsey on Instagram | @plant.matters Herbs with Rosalee | HerbalRemediesAdvice.org BOOK: Herbs for Fertility | BUY THE BOOK 🌿Grab FREE Herbal Resources Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and get instant access to a 91-page Botanical Anthology sampler—plus a bundle of herbal freebies. 👉 Get the freebies | HerbalFreebies.com Want to join us live for future interviews? Become a HerbRally Schoolhouse member: HerbRally Schoolhouse | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Use coupon code SCHOOLHOUSE30 for your first 30 days free! ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.