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In this episode, you'll hear from Lupo Passero, herbalist, educator, and flower essence practitioner with Twin Star Herbal, who is talking with Brooke from The Wild Temple about their upcoming Journey to Avalon Retreat in England. Please note the updated dates for this event: July 24 - July 30 2019 There is a time in our lives when the best form of self care comes from the magic and mystery of immersing in a land far away. To not just unplug, but to be guided to the sacred, and held in a space that opens the secret places of the mysteries of our Earth and of ourselves. Perhaps it is YOUR time. Are you ready to visit the land of ancient Avalon? To walk the paths of the mystics, connect with the magic of the elements and retreat into the beautiful countryside that will replenish your innate spark? Is it time for a Soul Journey? If so, we are here for you. Brooke and Lupo, two teachers of herbal schools on the East & West coasts are gathering an intimate group for an incredible journey. Twin Star Tribe and The Wild Temple are excited to share with you the birthplace of Dr. Edward Bach and to explore these ancient lands of magic and gentle mysticism, quite a nurturing seat of Soul to be found on the planet. This trip is perfect for all levels of herbal experience; whether you are a beginner, the "budding" herbalist or if you're an experienced herbalist or Flower Essence Practitioner and would like a deeper understanding of sacred plant medicine. Each day will include time with our herbal allies, interaction with the local plants and time for exploring the rich history of this sacred land. At the end of this tour, each participant will be awarded a Level One certification as a Bach Flower Essence practitioner from Dr. Edward Bach's original center for Flower Essences in Mt. Vernon UK as well as a Certificate of Completion from Twin Star and The Wild Temple to commemorate what we have discovered and learned on this trip. Learn more about this event: http://www.twinstartribe.com/events/2019/1/21/journey-to-avalon-sacred-plants-flower-essence-retreat-in-england Register: http://www.twinstartribe.com/the-spirit-of-ireland-1 Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Learn all about marshmallow in today's episode with Robin Rose Bennett! The digestive system is connected with the element Fire, digesting and assimilating life with passion and joy. We can help ourselves with herbal medicines when things go awry. One of my favorite digestive-system allies is marshmallow! This audio was extracted from her excellent YouTube channel. Learn more about Robin Website YouTube Book - The Gift of Healing Herbs Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Learn all about nettles in today's episode with Robin Rose Bennett! Nettles build blood, strengthens adrenals, kidneys, and lungs; elasticizes veins and arteries; supports immune strength and recovery from allergies and debilitating chronic conditions. This audio was extracted from her excellent YouTube channel. Learn more about Robin Website YouTube Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

In today's episode we'll hear from herbalist Lara Pacheco as she gives us a rundown on the classes she'll be teaching at the upcoming Breitenbush Herbal Conference. REGISTER Vital Force, Chi, Yaya Guaturey, Hu, Ool; the many names of animating energy. Description - There are many traditions that recognize the force that gives rise to breath and movement. Lara Pacheco will share the Taino perspective along with similar yet different patterns in other healing systems. She will also share plant allies that she specifically calls in when specifically working with this powerful, ubiquitous force of energy. Plant Allies Here and There; Achiano + Guanajo and the Element of Fire The beckoning cry of our ancestors has called us into this place of healing. In Boríken (Puerto Rico) our colonizer told us that the Taíno ways had been destroyed. And yet, here they are guiding the work to illuminate consciousness. This class will focus on the the unearthing of the many shackles of colonialism, and explore the journey of reconnecting with indigenous ways of knowing. We will spend our class time on sitting with the season of Summer and drawing from the Caribbean ancestors through plants, elements, food and animal guides. We will also discuss plants cultivated and native of the PNW, and how I've incorporated these into my practice to honor ancestors of this land and to connect to place. Lara Pacheco is a Latinx mamita, clinical herbalist and community organizer who runs Seed and Thistle Apothecary. Seed and Thistle is a herbal company that provides educational programs for youth and adults, health consultations and a monthly herbal CSH through home and heart grown medicine. Lara also runs a full year apprenticeship program and is starting a pop up clinic, called the Seasonal Wellness Clinic, to address access to plant medicine and bodywork to her community in Cully of Portland, OR. When not working with the plants, Lara loves playing music, and spending time outdoors with her friends and family. Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Today we'll hear from herbalist and frequent HerbRally contributor Heather Irvine as she goes in-depth on lobelia. Whether you're new to this plant or not, you're sure to learn something! To read the monograph in its entirety: www.herbrally.com/monographs/lobelia Visit Heather online: www.givingtreebotanicals.com Today's episode is brought to you by the Breitenbush Herbal Conference. This event is one of the nation's longest running herbal conference and is an annual gathering for herbalists and healers of all kinds. The next event will take place on September 5 – September 8, 2019 at the Breitenbush Hot Springs in Oregon. It's a couple hours drive from Portland and Eugene, or an hour and half east of Salem. People come from all corners to celebrate and learn from some of the most inspiring teachers in our herbal community. This years speakers include Autumn Summers, Erika Galentin, Glen Nagel, Heather Irvine, Howie Brounstein, Julie James, Lara Pacheco, Missy Rohs, Nicole Telkes, Steven Yeager and Thomas Easley. The healing waters and ancient forests of Breitenbush provide an unforgettable setting for this gathering. Workshops, demonstrations and herb walks appeal to all levels of students. Fine handmade goods and books will be available in the Herbal Marketplace. Much joy and laughter is to be shared during the Talent Show and Raffle. One can also take a hike along one of the forest trails, a meditative walk through the large labyrinth, start the morning with an energizing yoga practice or receive a healing massage after a day of soaking in the sacred hot springs. The Breitenbush Herbal Conference is so much more than just a "conference". It's a personal healing retreat for your body and mind. LEARN MORE

Today we'll hear from herbalist Jessica LeBrie of Black Bird's Daughter Botanicals as she tell us about the upcoming event, Herb and Garden Day in New Hampshire. Enjoy a day of plants, herbs, workshops and a herbal market! Herbal educators and seasoned growers from all walks of life come together to share their unique knowledge and build upon a tapestry of age old wisdom about herbs and natural medicine, native plants, organic gardening, permaculture, traditional homesteading practices, beekeeping, brewing, and the power of nature to heal. If you are a curious seeker, intrepid plant lover, herbal entrepreneur, earth lover, or natural health advocate, this event is for YOU! Shop our Vendor Fair filled with plants, handmade soaps, herbal remedies, natural body care, herb books, artwork, jewelry, and more! We'll also have delicious food from local and organic vendors. ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 11 PM FRIDAY, JUNE 14. IF YOU MISS THE ONLINE REGISTRATION DEADLINE, YOU CAN STILL COME - JUST PAY $40 AT THE DOOR to attend the whole event and workshops or $5 at the door to only shop at the Vendor Fair (no workshops). TO REGISTER MORE THAN ONE PERSON, please adjust the quantity accordingly and write the names of the additional registrants in the "Other Information" section. Registration grants you access to Herb & Garden Day on June 9, from 9am to 5:00pm, at Canterbury Shaker Village, Canterbury, NH. This includes... Access to the day's workshops (except for the "Vendor Fair ONLY" registration option) Access to the Herbal Market and Plant Sale Breakfast and Lunch are available and sold separately For more event details, visit: http://nhherbalnetwork.wordpress.com/herbday/ Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Roses soothe us, enchant us, and inspire us. In today's episode, we'll hear Selena spin stories about the deep healing qualities of rose. About Selena: Hailing from the wild redwood forests of northern California, Selena Rowan has made her home in Portland for the past two years. A western and Ayurvedic trained clinical herbalist balancing a background in biology with a commitment to radical embodiment and reconnection to nature, Selena works to help restore reservoirs of resilience in those she supports. She strives to maintain an anti-oppression and trauma informed perspective, and she heartily welcomes people of color and LGBTQIA+ folks. Selena speaks some Spanish and warmly invites people who do not speak English as a first language. She is available to support you with range of health conditions. Selena is grateful for the teachers who have supported her on this path: Christa Sinadinos, Greta de la Montagne, Traci Webb, K.P. Khalsa, Janet Czarnecki, Erico Schleicher, Sabel Regalia, and others. Selena dreams of a world where ideals of mutual aid, earth renewal, and love guide us in all we do. www.ninesistersbotanicals.com Today's episode is brought to you by the Breitenbush Herbal Conference. This event is one of the nation's longest running herbal conference and is an annual gathering for herbalists and healers of all kinds. The next event will take place on September 5 – September 8, 2019 at the Breitenbush Hot Springs in Oregon. It's a couple hours drive from Portland and Eugene, or an hour and half east of Salem. People come from all corners to celebrate and learn from some of the most inspiring teachers in our herbal community. This years speakers include Autumn Summers, Erika Galentin, Glen Nagel, Heather Irvine, Howie Brounstein, Julie James, Lara Pacheco, Missy Rohs, Nicole Telkes, Steven Yeager and Thomas Easley. The healing waters and ancient forests of Breitenbush provide an unforgettable setting for this gathering. Workshops, demonstrations and herb walks appeal to all levels of students. Fine handmade goods and books will be available in the Herbal Marketplace. Much joy and laughter is to be shared during the Talent Show and Raffle. One can also take a hike along one of the forest trails, a meditative walk through the large labyrinth, start the morning with an energizing yoga practice or receive a healing massage after a day of soaking in the sacred hot springs. The Breitenbush Herbal Conference is so much more than just a "conference". It's a personal healing retreat for your body and mind. LEARN MORE

Listen in on today's episode where herbalist Heather Irvine teaches us all about jewelweed…enjoy! Today's episode is brought to you by the Breitenbush Herbal Conference. This event is one of the nation's longest running herbal conference and is an annual gathering for herbalists and healers of all kinds. The next event will take place on September 5 – September 8, 2019 at the Breitenbush Hot Springs in Oregon. It's a couple hours drive from Portland and Eugene, or an hour and half east of Salem. People come from all corners to celebrate and learn from some of the most inspiring teachers in our herbal community. This years speakers include Autumn Summers, Erika Galentin, Glen Nagel, Heather Irvine, Howie Brounstein, Julie James, Lara Pacheco, Missy Rohs, Nicole Telkes, Steven Yeager and Thomas Easley. The healing waters and ancient forests of Breitenbush provide an unforgettable setting for this gathering. Workshops, demonstrations and herb walks appeal to all levels of students. Fine handmade goods and books will be available in the Herbal Marketplace. Much joy and laughter is to be shared during the Talent Show and Raffle. One can also take a hike along one of the forest trails, a meditative walk through the large labyrinth, start the morning with an energizing yoga practice or receive a healing massage after a day of soaking in the sacred hot springs. The Breitenbush Herbal Conference is so much more than just a "conference". It's a personal healing retreat for your body and mind. LEARN MORE Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Join Maria Noel Groves and Missy Rohs in today's episode as they discuss herbal applications for hot weather! Enjoy! Maria Noël Groves, RH (AHG), clinical herbalist, runs Wintergreen Botanicals, nestled in the pine forests of New Hampshire. Her business is devoted to education and empowerment via classes, health consultations, and writing with the foundational belief that good health grows in nature. She is the author of the bestselling, award-winning Body into Balance: An Herbal Guide to Holistic Self Care and the new Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies - signed copies can be ordered from her websitehttps://wintergreenbotanicals.com/book/ Maria also offers a range of ONLINE CLASSES including her popular Home Herbalist Series as well as an on-site herbalist training program at https://wintergreenbotanicals.com/classes/ Learn more about Maria and her offerings, and get a wealth of free herbal resources (articles, recipes, blog, videos, free class notes, virtual herb walk…) online at WintergreenBotanicals.com. You can also find her on Instagram @marianoelgroves and Facebook as Wintergreen Botanicals. Missy Rohs is a co-founder and instructor at the Arctos School of Herbal and Botanical Studies in Portland, Oregon. She approaches herbalism with an eye to personal empowerment, community-building, and practical engagement with healing herbs. Her relationship to plants is guided by a strong conservation ethic and a deep love of Cascadia's ecosystems. She grows and wildcrafts her own medicine with a focus on sustainable herbal remedies: those that grow easily in populated habitats, and those that can be harvested in the wild with minimal impact. Missy's path to herbalism began with labor solidarity, community organizing, and police accountability advocacy. She sees her herbal practice and teaching as another facet of working for social and environmental justice. Missy will be teaching at the upcoming Breitenbush Herbal Conference in Breitenbush, OR from September 5 - 8, 2019. Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Listen in with Selena Rowan as she interviews herbalist and peer support specialist Dawn Cohoe of Maple Twig Medicinals. They cover wide ranging ground exploring the concept of Peer Support, a non-hierarchical practice of giving and receiving help, most commonly applied to mental health and addictions recovery but with wide ranging applications, including herbal medicine. Peer support is based on a philosophy of respect, shared responsibility, and mutual agreement on what is helpful, with its goal to promote holistic healing and growth in the context of community. Dawn and Selena touch in on the radical origins of the modern peer support movement in relationship to the mental health system and mental health recovery, personal stories relating to peer support, and breaking down the false dichotomy between "those who know" and "those who don't". Dawn reminds us that when working in any helping profession, whether that be when supporting those in mental health recovery or in any other situation, we as practitioners "need more vulnerability and less fragility." To learn more, connect with Dawn at www.mapletwigmedicinals.com and Selena at ninesistersbotanicals.com and follow their pages on Facebook! (Content warning: This discussion makes brief mention of suicidal thoughts. If you or a loved one are experiencing distress, the National Suicide Prevention Hotline is available 24/7 to provide support at 1-800-273-8255. ) Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Today's episode features the one and only Maria Noel Groves! Listen in as she covers lots of ground, she talks about many herbs from her new book, Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies. This episode was a keynote she gave at the 2019 NHMGAA Spring Symposium. Get a signed copy of Maria's new book, Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies (plus an astonishing amount of bonus goodies) Bonus access will be emailed to you automatically on all orders placed through Maria (not on Amazon, etc.) before April 30. Bonus e-Books contain... In-Depth Book Overview Including Easy Reference Lists of Recipes & Plants Covered Quick Guide to Medicinal Uses of Common Culinary Herbs Additional Plant Profiles of Alder, Aloe, Evergreens, Magnolia, New England Aster, Peach, Witch Hazel "Bonus Chapter" on Medicinal Mushrooms including Growing, Wildcrafting, Processing, Recipes, and Profiles on Reishi, Shiitake, Turkey Tails, Chaga, and Maitake Huge Chart Overview of Growing Needs and Habits of ALL the Plants Covered in the Book and Bonus e-Book Four Special Remedy Making Videos Featuring Recipes from the Book! From the Tummy Soothing Garden ~ Tea: Gut Healing Tummy Tea Take 1, Marshmallow Overnight Cold Infusion (with some amazingly tasty additions!) From the Brain Boosting Garden ~ Tincture & Teas: Rosemary Fresh Plant Tincture, Fresh Rosemary-Lemon Tea, Minty Memory Tea From the Immune SOS Garden ~ Elderberry Syrup & Oxymel: Darcey Blue's Amazing Elderberry Syrup, Alcohol-Free Elder-Rosehip Oxymel Also from the Brain Boosting Garden ~ Powders & Bonbons: How to Powder Your Own Herbs, Brainiac Bonbons (honey-nut butter-herb balls) Special Seed Coupon from Strictly Medicinal Seeds $5 off your seed order of $50 or more - AMAZING selection! Expires April 30. 10% off One of Maria's Online Herbal Study Course Series Applicable for the full Home Herbalist Series OR the Beyond the Home Herbalist Series Expires April 30. LEARN MORE Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Learn all about nervines in today's episode with herbalist Heather Irvine! VISIT HEATHER ONLINE FIND AN HERBALISM EVENT NEAR YOU Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Herbalist Lindsay Kolasa is back on the podcast! In today's episode, she goes in-depth on the reishi mushroom. Enjoy! Visit Lindsay online: Madhupa Maypop Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Listen in as Heather Irvine goes in-depth on lion's mane! Also, we'll get to hear a fun herbal song from Kyle with Tippecanoe Herbs as he sings about oh little lion's mane. Be sure to follow him on Instagram @tippecanoe_herbs Here's the lyrics to the song! Saw you lying in the arms of a hardwood my oh my got you on my brain. You're sure a prize, for the eyes Oh little lion's mane, Oh little lion's mane And you gotta lotta nerve coming here easing all my pain. You're still mending, all my loose endings Oh little lion's mane Oh little lion's mane Lion's mane, Lion's Mane I found but you're up there And I'm down here on the ground. Thanks to Heather and Kyle for always sharing their talents with us! And thanks to y'all for listening. Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Meet Hope Najjar - a born and raised Californian with Chicana and Lebanese roots with incredible energy and clear vision. Hope is opening Night Hawk Art and Healing Collective in our tiny town of Laytonville, part of the Eel River watershed in rural inland Mendocino County of far northern California. The Night Hawk Collective has goals as lofty as its name sake, and hopes to serve as a community hub, empowering the community through sharing traditional methods of healing and promoting self-care. This community is on a precipice after over 5 years of historic drought and water crises, concurrent with historic fires (including the Mendocino Complex, the largest fire in California history), ecological fracturing, threatened extinction of our local salmon and collapse of local fisheries, and severe and sudden economic decline due to the third economic boom and bust cycle in the region's history of extractive industries (in the past few decades we've experienced the collapse of the logging, fisheries, and cannabis production industries). Amidst all this, Hope is part of a generation of young folk here working hard to cultivate a community resilient enough to survive the current and future changes we face. So listen with herbalist Selena Rowan of Nine Sisters Botanicals, and join the movement for sustainable, enthusiastic, loving, creative culture and community as we traverse through the unknown and unpredictable experience that is our current time. Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Canadian herbalist Marie White dives into what it means to be an herbalist today, why adaptogens are trending, and what that means for bridging rich herbal traditions, the sustainability of wild harvesting, and the way we practice as herbalists. Topics covered: adaptogens, cordyceps, goldenseal, Devil's Club, indigenous herbalism, overharvesting, climate change, the new herbalism Recording credit: Robert Majewski Music credit (with permission): El Búho, Rumba Juankita (History of Colour edit) Marie White is a Canadian herbalist and educator. Her work has appeared in print and online and she has collaborated with alive magazine, St. Francis Herb Farm, and the CHFA (Canadian Health Food Association), among many others. Marie studied herbalism at L'Herbothèque in Québec as well as with herbal practitioners on Vancouver Island, BC. She is currently School Manager at Wild Rose College of Natural Healing. Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

In today's episode we hear from Adena Rose. She lets us know about some of her upcoming offerings, enjoy! February 17, 10am ET: Essential Postpartum Care with Ayurveda, an Introduction February 24, 10am ET: Conscious Conception: An Introduction to Ayurveda and Fertility Essential Ayurveda for Women: Womb Healing Training 5 Weeks begins April 27 Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Eugenia Merkoulov, founder of Plant Medicine Yoga, follows in the footsteps of five generations of Slavic medicine women. Born in Ukraine and raised outside of New York City, she was fortunate to experience a holistically-minded and rich multicultural upbringing. ​Eugenia's discusses her Eastern European traditions, work with planetary herbalism and integrating other healing modalities to empower communities in this podcast. Eugenia shares her unique approach with Crystal Rose Bryan, of ReVidalization, a nonprofit focusing on arts, education and rural economic development on the McKenzie River in Oregon where Eugenia resides. Visit Eugenia online Plant Medicine Yoga Plant Medicine Yoga Retreats Visit Crystal online ReVidalization Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

In today's episode Heather Irvine goes in-depth on kava (Piper methysticum). There are so many takeaways in this one! I really enjoyed this episode and know you will, too. Enjoy! RESOURCES Mel Kasting's kava monograph The Breitenbush Herbal Conference Herbalism events Visit Heather online HerbRally Facebook group Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

In today's episode, Xochitlcoatl Bellx will tell us all about Seed, Root + Bloom, a hood community honoring ​earth's sacred offerings and ancestral wisdom. We invite you to come to the medicine of the plantitas, the medicine of the ancient ones, the medicine of the brujas whose tongues are still resisting: **distance + in-person** bipoc centered + only space: RITES OF PASSAGE a 9 month journey to your ancestors + plant medicine in a bipoc centered, guided + remembering space. we remember our ancestors through an african spirituality, tantric yoga + mayan understanding of the chakras (energy centers). we come to build sacred and lifelong partnerships with plants + spirits all beings wishing to connect with plants: PLANT ANCESTOR our ancestors have taught us that we are beings of rhythms + ritual. each moon cycle we open new gateways of being as we invite plant ancestor into our healing practice. each new moon you will receive a digital copy of our plant ancestor work book blessed with a combination of materia medica (an overview of the physical, spiritual, energetic ways to work with each plant), recipes, stories, songs, meditations, original art + moon calendar. for more on this visit seedrootandbloom.com/offerings reparations: for millennia, Black, Indigenous, and racially oppressed communities [bipoc] have simultaneously been enslaved and exploited by people of Western lineages, while our traditions and medicines have been taken and appropriated. We call on you to do better. we call you to commit to a path of reparations. distribute your wealth, your resources, your political voice for our collective healing. white comrades to decolonize yourselves, to secure a healthier future for your seeds you must commit to living in resistance with indigenous, black, asian, people of color + the diaspora. fund bipoc healing today: Support our Seed Scholarships Order from our Amazon Wishlist Send us materials: organic herbs, amber bottles, olive oil, avocado oil, jojoba oil, etc! Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

In today's episode, herbalist and scientist Chris Kitchen lets us in on his thoughts about herbalism and athletics. I really enjoyed this episode and know you will, too! REFERENCES Mountain Rose Herbs Blog: Herbs for Sports Contact Chris Mandragora Herbal Chris Kitchen has his own herbal consulting practice, Mandragora Herbal, just outside of Seattle, Washington. He is a member of the American Herbalist Guild and studies at the Hermit's Grove in Kirkland, Washington. Chris's pastimes also include gardening, rowing, skiing, spending time outdoors and taking care of his rescue animals. Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Registration ends this Friday! Use coupon code HERBRALLY to receive $20 off. Here's an eight minute clip of the first class in the Natural Cardio Care online course with Guido Masé. In this new 6-week online BotanicWise course, Natural Cardio Care: An Herbalist's Perspective, Guido will guide us through the various components of self-evaluation for better cardiovascular health. Guido has a talent for explaining complicated subjects in an interesting and understandable manner. He creates a bridge between the scientific community and the public, feeding both groups with practical information that can be used personally in the home, or with clients in a clinic. Natural Cardio Care is designed to empower both individuals dealing with cardiovascular issues AND clinicians wanting to broaden their therapeutic options for clients. Each week, in addition to core classes taught by Guido, a special guest speaker will be featured, sharing a unique perspective on how we can support our cardiovascular system naturally. Joining the guest list is Christopher Hobbs, Kerry Smith, Tammi Sweet, Deb Soule and Kat Maier. This course features live classes, with the option to watch replays until August 2019. Best of all you will walk away with your own customized natural heart care program that you will create through self-evaluations. If you are a practitioner these methods can be used to work with your clients. Full disclosure: a portion of the proceeds from this class benefits my work and BotanicWise, an organization providing plant wisdom, connecting like-minded people and building a community to steward land, medicinal plants and supportive relationships with each other. I've taken plenty of classes with Guido at this point (along with some of the other speakers) and highly recommend this class. Find course details and schedule here. Don't forget to use the coupon code HERBRALLY to receive $20 off! Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Registration ends this Friday! Use coupon code HERBRALLY to receive $20 off. In this new 6-week online BotanicWise course, Natural Cardio Care: An Herbalist's Perspective, Guido will guide us through the various components of self-evaluation for better cardiovascular health. Guido has a talent for explaining complicated subjects in an interesting and understandable manner. He creates a bridge between the scientific community and the public, feeding both groups with practical information that can be used personally in the home, or with clients in a clinic. Natural Cardio Care is designed to empower both individuals dealing with cardiovascular issues AND clinicians wanting to broaden their therapeutic options for clients. Each week, in addition to core classes taught by Guido, a special guest speaker will be featured, sharing a unique perspective on how we can support our cardiovascular system naturally. Joining the guest list is Christopher Hobbs, Kerry Smith, Tammi Sweet, Deb Soule and Kat Maier. This course features live classes, with the option to watch replays until August 2019. Best of all you will walk away with your own customized natural heart care program that you will create through self-evaluations. If you are a practitioner these methods can be used to work with your clients. Full disclosure: a portion of the proceeds from this class benefits my work and BotanicWise, an organization providing plant wisdom, connecting like-minded people and building a community to steward land, medicinal plants and supportive relationships with each other. I've taken plenty of classes with Guido at this point (along with some of the other speakers) and highly recommend this class. Find course details and schedule here. Don't forget to use the coupon code HERBRALLY to receive $20 off! Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Today's episode is brought to you by the Great Lakes Herb Faire! This recording is from their 2018 event in Chelsea, MI. Thanks to the Great Lakes Herb Faire and Micah McLaughlin for sharing this audio! Visit the Great Lakes Herb Faire online Great Lakes Herb Faire recordings for purchase Visit Micah online CLASS DESCRIPTION ​It can feel frightening and overwhelming to move from being an at-home herbalist to starting your practice. In this class, we'll explore possibilities in forming a business that meets your own unique needs and how to avoid the pitfalls of many startup practices. Understanding your goals as a person is the first step in launching your herbal practice. This class will be useful for those asking questions like "What kind of business do I want to create?" and "Is this business I created really serving my community and the life I want?" Micah McLaughlin is a naturopathic practitioner specializing in the integration of the body and mind. Micah uses the traditional naturopathic tools of sclerology, muscle testing, holistic counseling, and facial/fingernail/tongue analysis to find the root of his clients' health complaints. With an approach of curiosity and investigation Micah looks for the energetic and emotional blocks underlying symptoms, often requesting that these be "noticed" or "examined" by his clients. Herbs, flower essences, supplements, breath work, and energy work are used as Micah helps people connect to who they truly are. Through this process clients are able to shed their limiting beliefs and embodied patterns and find healing on a physical, emotional, and often spiritual level. Micah was trained at the Naturopathic Institute of Therapies and Education and founded Continuum Healing in 2008 and co-founded the Wellness Collective GR in 2015. He further studied Western Herbalism and the Enneagram, deepening his passion to treat the whole person. Micah has written and taught his Survival Herbalism course at various primitive skills schools throughout the country. Micah deeply believes in the healing ability of the body and inspires his clients through hope and empowerment. Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net JOIN THE HERBRALLY FACEBOOK GROUP!

Today's episode is brought to you by the Great Lakes Herb Faire! This recording is from their 2018 event in Chelsea, MI. Thanks to the Great Lakes Herb Faire and Micah McLaughlin for sharing this audio! Visit the Great Lakes Herb Faire online Great Lakes Herb Faire recordings for purchase Visit Micah online CLASS DESCRIPTION ​It can feel frightening and overwhelming to move from being an at-home herbalist to starting your practice. In this class, we'll explore possibilities in forming a business that meets your own unique needs and how to avoid the pitfalls of many startup practices. Understanding your goals as a person is the first step in launching your herbal practice. This class will be useful for those asking questions like "What kind of business do I want to create?" and "Is this business I created really serving my community and the life I want?" Micah McLaughlin is a naturopathic practitioner specializing in the integration of the body and mind. Micah uses the traditional naturopathic tools of sclerology, muscle testing, holistic counseling, and facial/fingernail/tongue analysis to find the root of his clients' health complaints. With an approach of curiosity and investigation Micah looks for the energetic and emotional blocks underlying symptoms, often requesting that these be "noticed" or "examined" by his clients. Herbs, flower essences, supplements, breath work, and energy work are used as Micah helps people connect to who they truly are. Through this process clients are able to shed their limiting beliefs and embodied patterns and find healing on a physical, emotional, and often spiritual level. Micah was trained at the Naturopathic Institute of Therapies and Education and founded Continuum Healing in 2008 and co-founded the Wellness Collective GR in 2015. He further studied Western Herbalism and the Enneagram, deepening his passion to treat the whole person. Micah has written and taught his Survival Herbalism course at various primitive skills schools throughout the country. Micah deeply believes in the healing ability of the body and inspires his clients through hope and empowerment. Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net JOIN THE HERBRALLY FACEBOOK GROUP!

Today we'll hear from frequent HerbRally contributor Lindsay Kolasa. She delves into the wonderful plant medicine of eastern red cedar (Juniperus virginiana). As usual, there are lots of takeaways in this one! Visit Lindsay online at MadhupaMaypop.com. Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net JOIN THE HERBRALLY FACEBOOK GROUP!

Today's episode was recorded at the 2018 Great Lakes Herb Faire. Thanks to Anna Fernandez for providing the audio. Please take a moment to check out their upcoming event in Chelsea, MI from September 6 - 8, 2019: LEARN MORE CLASS DESCRIPTION: Botanicals have an important role to play for the cancer patient. Their primary strength is helping to improve quality of life, lessen the chance of infection, and protect vital organs when taken alongside conventional treatment. But questions often arise: what are the potential interactions with modern treatment? What herbs have the best track record, and at what dose? What effects can herbs have in hormone-sensitive cancers? We will work through these questions and review current research to help highlight safe and effective use, and reinforce the idea that herbal medicine isn't just helpful – it is an essential component of the cancer patient's support plan. Natural Cardio Care with Guido Masé (SAVE $20 WITH COUPON CODE HERBRALLY) HerbRally Facebook Group Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

It's been about a year since we released this awesome episode on hawthorn with Heather Irvine, so I thought it'd be a good time to revive it. CLICK HERE to read Heather's original hawthorn monograph. Heather will be presenting at the upcoming Breitenbush Herbal Conference this September! We hope to see you there. "Hawthorn is one of those country herbs whose leading quality one might at first describe as benevolent. It is much more powerful though! A great tree, low and broad in stature, it occurs wild in edge-lands of landscapes or occasionally planted for beauty, especially with respect to its generous white blossoms or deep red fruit in the fall and winter. It serves food and sanctuary to wildlife. Overzealous thorns protect birds and smaller critters from those larger ones which receive a memorable gauge and at best a pause to lick one's wounds! In and around a Hawthorn's understory, clumsy human types get so focused on the prize… zeroing in on more flowers or more berries, faster, receiving a poke followed by a clumsier startled retraction. Birds and squirrels laugh at us for sure!" - Heather Irvine For more monographs: www.herbrally.com/monographs You can visit Heather online at GivingTreeBotanicals.com Let us know what you thought of the episode! Thanks so much for listening. HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Today we have the pleasure of hearing from frequent HerbRally contributor, Heather Irvine. She delves into five body systems, and five herbs to consider using. I could mention them here in the copy, but why spoil the fun? Give it a listen and let us know what you think! RESOURCES Breitenbush Herbal Conference Natural Cardio Care with Guido Masé (use coupon code HERBRALLY for $20 off!) HerbRally Facebook Group HerbRally on iTunes Mountain Rose Herbs Triphala Video Giving Tree Botanicals Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Listen in as Charis Lindrooth shares an exciting opportunity to learn more about supporting your cardiovascular health naturally from one of the brightest teachers in the herbal world, Guido Masé. Check out the full course description here, and if you are interested, use the unique coupon code HERBRALLY to receive $20 off. The course begins Monday January 21 and wraps up Thursday March 7, 2019. In this new 6-week online BotanicWise course, Natural Cardio Care: An Herbalist's Perspective, Guido will guide us through the various components of self-evaluation for better cardiovascular health. Guido has a talent for explaining complicated subjects in an interesting and understandable manner. He creates a bridge between the scientific community and the public, feeding both groups with practical information that can be used personally in the home, or with clients in a clinic. Natural Cardio Care is designed to empower both individuals dealing with cardiovascular issues AND clinicians wanting to broaden their therapeutic options for clients. Each week, in addition to core classes taught by Guido, a special guest speaker will be featured, sharing a unique perspective on how we can support our cardiovascular system naturally. Joining the guest list is Christopher Hobbs, Kerry Smith, Tammi Sweet, Deb Soule and Kat Maier. This course features live classes, with the option to watch replays until August 2019. Best of all you will walk away with your own customized natural heart care program that you will create through self-evaluations. If you are a practitioner these methods can be used to work with your clients. Check out his teaching style in this free class: Resonance of the Heart with Guido Masé Full disclosure: a portion of the proceeds from this class benefits my work and BotanicWise, an organization providing plant wisdom, connecting like-minded people and building a community to steward land, medicinal plants and supportive relationships with each other. I've taken plenty of classes with Guido at this point (along with some of the other speakers) and highly recommend this class. Find course details and schedule here. Don't forget to use the coupon code HERBRALLY to receive $20 off!

Today's recording is a class from Maria Noel Groves program Beyond the Home Herbalist series. She teaches this both online as well as in person in her hometown of Allenstown, NH. Here's part of the class description: "We often take our ability to breathe for granted, but when chronic or acute illness prevents our lungs from functioning properly, it can be very scary. We'll discuss herbs that can support the lungs in a variety of conditions including asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, and stubborn colds." Maria has also provide nine pages of class notes! Maria Noël Groves, RH (AHG), clinical herbalist, runs Wintergreen Botanicals, nestled in the pine forests of New Hampshire. Her business is devoted to education and empowerment via classes, health consultations, and writing with the foundational belief that good health grows in nature. She is the author of the bestselling, award-winning Body into Balance: An Herbal Guide to Holistic Self Care and the forthcoming Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies. Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies releases in March 2019 and SIGNED copies are currently available for PREORDER on her website. Maria also offers a range of ONLINE CLASSES including her popular Home Herbalist Series as well as an on-site herbalist training program, She sees distance clients via telephone. Learn more about Maria and her offerings, and get a wealth of free herbal resources (articles, recipes, blog, videos, free class notes, virtual herb walk…) online at WintergreenBotanicals.com. Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Shumaisa Khan is involved with Herbalists Without Borders UK and recently organized a solidarity medicine-making medicinal root harvest in London to help make winter remedies for refugees living on the streets in France. Listen in as she shares her experience. Connect with Shumaisa! www.shumaisakhan.com http://herbalistswithoutborders.co.uk/ Other resources: herbalista Phytology Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com

Katja and Ryn from the CommonWealth Center for Holistic Herbalism are back on the podcast to discuss elixirs, a perfect remedy for this time of year. Enjoy! CLICK HERE to learn more about their Herbalism 101 course that they mention. Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Another gem of an episode from our friends at the CommonWealth Center for Holistic Herbalism! RECIPES The Holistic Herbalism Podcast episode 36: First Aid for Burns & Sprains Gut-Heal Tea Go-To Joint Liniment Everything Will Be Fine CLASSES REFERENCED Herbalism 101 Foundations in Holistic Herbalism Clinical Roundtable Holistic Business Mentorship REFERENCES Whole30 Nutritious Movement MovNat Headspace Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

"It's easy to harvest plants, the hard part is not harvesting." - Howie Brounstein Today's episode is with herbalist Howie Brounstein the Columbines School of Botanical Studies. This audio is from a Facebook Live that he recorded in November 2018. CLICK HERE for the original video. For more from the Columbines School of Botanical Studies visit: botanicalstudies.net The Columbines School of Botanical Studies offers a unique educational program ranging from entry level lectures in community herbalism to a three year program including botany, ecology, wildcrafting, plant pharmacy, physiology, pathophysiology, and clinical herbalism. Operating for over three decades, they specialize in field programs where the majority of the classes are outside with the plants for a truly 'hands on' experience. Here is a downloadable PDF version of their most current Course Descriptions. Howie will be teaching at the 2019 Breitenbush Herbal Conference! Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Hey there, just wanted to record a quick podcast to say THANK FOR LISTENING for the past 100 episodes. Here's the resources I mentioned in the show. Herbalism events Herbal monographs Herbalism schools Herbalism distance learning Breitenbush Herbal Conference Here's to another 100 episodes! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Meet the herbalist! Chris Kitchen has his own herbal consulting practice, Mandragora, just outside of Seattle Washington. He is also an amateur jeweler, gardener and chicken herder. Chris' pastimes also include rowing, skiing, spending time outdoors and taking care of his rescue animals. Contact Chris: Website Email Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Linda Conroy is the proprietress of Moonwise Herbs. She has extensive experience and expertise on the topic of fermentation and herbs for digestive health. Here is an interview with Linda and host Donna Bemis from 103.5 Sun Praire Radio in Wisconsin. Linda offers a wide spectrum of workshops and apprenticeships that focus on this and many other amazing topics on food and herbal nourishment. For more information about Linda and her work see www.moonwiseherbs.com For more information about Sun Praire Media: www.sunprairiemediacenter.com Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com

Just like yesterday, this episode is audio from Jessica Baker's show, The Herb Walk Podcast. Today she discusses the metal element, from the traditional Chinese medicine point of view. Jessica is now in season two of her podcast, be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast player. Also be sure to check out her new book: Plant Songs: Reflections on Herbal Medicine. A huge thanks to Jessica for sharing this audio with us! HerbRally www.herbrally.com

Today's episode is audio from Jessica Baker's excellent show, The Herb Walk Podcast. You'll hear her talk a bit about her new book Plant Songs: Reflections on Herbal Medicine, and she also reads the chapter on hawthorn. Jessica is now in season two of her podcast, be sure to check it out (and subscribe) on your favorite podcast player. A huge thanks to Jessica for sharing this audio with us! Be on the lookout for another episode from her soon, right here on the HerbRally podcast. Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com

In today's episode, herbalist Lindsay Kolasa goes in depth on alteratives. She also covers a few of her favorites. Thanks to Lindsay for coming back on the podcast and sharing her expertise with all of us! Enjoy. Reach out to Lindsay: Website Email Previous episodes with Lindsay: Postpartum Care Using Herbs with Lindsay Kolasa | 70 Mastitis: A Case Study with Lindsay Kolasa | 93 Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com

Today's episode is with herbalists Howie Brounstein and Alex Queathem from the Columbines School of Botanical Studies. This audio is from a Facebook Live that they recorded in September of 2017 in response to the wildfire smoke and extremely poor air quality in Oregon. Most of the content starts at about minute 2:30. Thanks to Howie and Alex for sharing this with us! CLICK HERE for the original video. For more from the Columbines School of Botanical Studies visit: botanicalstudies.net The Columbines School of Botanical Studies offers a unique educational program ranging from entry level lectures in community herbalism to a three year program including botany, ecology, wildcrafting, plant pharmacy, physiology, pathophysiology, and clinical herbalism. Operating for over three decades, they specialize in field programs where the majority of the classes are outside with the plants for a truly 'hands on' experience. Here is a downloadable PDF version of their most current Course Descriptions. HerbRally www.herbrally.com

The Science & Art of Herbalism course with Rosemary Gladstar is on sale this week so I wanted to run a replay of this episode! Enjoy. Rosemary Gladstar shares her insights with Helen Ward, Educational Director, from Sage Mountain Herbal Retreat Center about how she started working with the plants and what inspired her to write The Science & Art of Herbalism Online and Home Study Course. THEY'RE CURRENTLY RUNNING A SALE FOR $75 OFF! LEARN MORE HerbRally www.herbrally.com

Listen in as Anna Claire Lotti and Marc Williams discuss their upcoming botanical journey to Peru! Learn how you can join them on this memorable and educational immersion into the mountains and valleys, forests and jungles of Peru, to discover and reconnect to the plants and the healers of this remarkable region. LEARN MORE Connect with Plants and Healers online! Website Facebook Instagram Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com

In today's episode, herbalist Lindsay Kolasa gives us her personal protocol in helping out with mastitis. She covers several herbs and formulas, as well as supplements and more. There are a lot of takeaways in this one! Thanks to Lindsay for sharing this personal account with all of us. Reach out to Lindsay! Website Email RESOURCES NutriBiotic Vitamin C Poke Oil Episode 70 | Postpartum Care Using Herbs with Lindsay Kolasa Thanks for listening! JOIN THE HERBRALLY FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP FOR THE HERBRALLY NEWSLETTER HerbRally www.herbrally.com

It's autumn! And that means it's vata season. I thought it'd be fun to republish this timely episode with Amanda Stanley. This recording was episode 11 of the HerbRally podcast, so newer listeners may not have made it that far back in the archives. Amanda is an Ayurvedic herbalist, yogi and reiki practitioner. I loved gaining new insight in this system of herbalism. She has a wonderful way of weaving the philosophy of Ayurveda with practical health practices we could all stand to implement more of in our daily lives. I got a lot out of this episode and I know you'll come away inspired! Thanks so much to Amanda for sharing her wealth of knowledge. If you'd like to reach out to her, you can find her here: Facebook JupitersLabyrinth.com RESOURCES What is Ayurveda? Discover Your Dosha Type HerbRally www.herbrally.com

Today's episode is with herbalists Sam Coffman and Katja Swift. They give us a ton of valuable info on how to create and use an herbal first aid kit. This audio is from a webinar that they hosted a few years ago. Enjoy! RESOURCES Original Webinar Commonwealth Center for Holistic Herbalism The Human Path Herbal Medics Academy The Herbal Medic by Sam Coffman Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com

On today's episode we'll hear from herbalist Heather Irvine. She's going to teach us about some classic botanicals for sleep used in Western Herbalism, plus one we learn about from Ayurveda. For more from Heather visit GivingTreeBotanicals.com. Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Another narrated monograph! Today's episode Heather Irvine reads Krystal Thompson's astragalus monograph. Thanks for listening! RESOURCES Hotel Wilderness Giving Tree Botanicals Astragalus Monograph Krystal is the woman behind Hotel Wilderness, a food and project blog focused on bringing healing herbs into the nooks and crannies of our daily lives. She is a photographer with a deep-seated love for food and plant medicine, and can usually be found happily crafting between the three. HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net

Today we'll hear Mandy Gough interview Sam Coffman as they discuss the Wilderness First Aid Program. Mandy Gough owns and operates XoM3 Botanical Solutions. XoM3 Botanical Solutions is a boutique company with an herbal practitioner's expertise, dedicated to gathering the finest organic and ethically selected, grown and foraged ingredients to formulate and handcraft exceptional small batch botanical products and workshops for real people in skin care, wellness and home. Sam Coffman has over 10 years of military experience as a U.S. Special Forces Medic, an interrogator and a linguist. He studied botany and bioregional medicine both privately and at several outdoor schools in Colorado, and during his military service as a Green Beret Medic he logged thousands of hours in the field as a team medic, military emergency rooms and troop medical clinics. Over the past 25 years, Sam has not only taught survival for military and civilian students, but also has focused on post-disaster and remote-medicine using primarily (if not exclusively) plant medicine. He has worked as a clinical herbalist on his own and in conjunction with functional medicine doctors (M.D. and D.O.) for chronic as well as acute illness and injury. Sam has been highly focused on bio-regional plant medicine for infection, injury and illness most commonly encountered in a post-disaster, remote or underserved environment when there is no higher definitive medical care. Sam has taught wilderness first aid certification, remote and post-disaster herbal medicine, urban and primitive survival skills and self-defense for over two decades. He is co-founder of the non-profit organization – Herbal Medics – that travels to remote areas in Nicaragua as well as medically underserved urban areas in the USA, providing herbal medicine clinics, off-grid and salvage-based engineering solutions (water purification, sustainable power, sustainable agriculture, etc.). RESOURCES XoM3 homepage XoM3 on Facebook The Human Path Herbal Medics Academy Book - The Herbal Medic by Sam Coffman Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com Breitenbush Herbal Conference www.herbalconference.net