When Topical Herbal Remedies Really Work (And When They Don’t)
Is there a “right” way to use herbs topically?Most people are familiar with salves, lotions, and creams—including non-herbalists!—but there are so many other ways that herbs can be used topically beyo...
14 Jan 32min
Marshmallow for Gut, Throat, and Tissue Support with Maria Noël Groves
In a world obsessed with stimulation and strength, what can this gentle, velvety herb teach us about healing?In this episode, herbalist and prolific author Maria Noël Groves joins me to discuss one of...
7 Jan 1h 2min
Pedicularis for Deep Muscle Release with Alex Williams
Pedicularis doesn’t shout for attention—but once you meet it, you may wonder how you ever lived without its profound ability to help the body let go.It was such a delight to sit down with Chicago herb...
17 Dec 20251h 2min
Orange Peel Remedies for Lungs, Digestion & Joy with Constanza Leal
This often-discarded kitchen staple makes powerful medicine—don’t throw it away!In today’s episode, Chilean herbalist Constanza Leal discusses an herb that is ubiquitous in my kitchen during the dark ...
10 Dec 202555min
Hawthorn: Heart Medicine for Blood Pressure, Grief, and Emotional Resilience
How can one tree be said to bless, protect, seduce… and curse?In this episode, I’m joined by herbalist and writer Ruthie Kølle for a deep dive into one of my all-time favorite plants: hawthorn (Cratae...
3 Dec 202550min
Pine Resin and Needles: From Coughs to Connection
From opening the lungs to easing grief, pine offers both physical and emotional medicine.In this week’s episode I’m joined by herbalist Liz Neves, who shows us how to tap into pine’s gifts through wor...
19 Nov 202559min
Why Calendula Is a Must-Have Herb for Every Home
What makes calendula a must-have herb for gardeners and herbalists worldwide?In today’s episode, I’m joined by Helena del Pesco, whose background as a chef and fermentation enthusiast gives her unique...
12 Nov 202552min
Oats Benefits for Nerves, Digestion & Everyday Health
Could the secret to a calmer mind and a healthier gut be hiding in your morning bowl of porridge?In this episode, I sit down with Swedish herbalist and nutritionist Karoline Karttunen to discuss one o...
5 Nov 202547min
