

HerbRally
Mason Hutchison
Welcome to the HerbRally podcast! We take a deep dive into the world of herbalism. We host some of the best teachers in the field with topics ranging from wild foods, botany, nutrition, ecology, herbal medicine and health accessibility. You'll hear class recordings from conferences, narrated plant monographs, interviews, event updates and so much more. There are hundreds of episodes on herbalism so you're bound to find what you're looking for. Thanks for tuning in!
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Jan 22, 2025 • 18min
DANDELION: Benefits, Uses & Virtues | Rosalee de la Forêt
The 2025 Rooted Medicine Circle FREE Mini-Course is now LIVE! Learn how to make herbal remedies that you can confidently rely on. LEARN MORE & REGISTER In the free Rooted Medicine Circle Mini Course, you'll find out how to: Avoid 7 common herbal pitfalls so that you can make powerful remedies that heal Make high-quality herbal teas and know when to use them Connect with other herb lovers in the mini course forum And more! The Rooted Medicine FREE Mini-Course is only available for a limited time. LEARN MORE & REGISTER We had a wonderful visit with Rosalee de la Forêt in Twisp, WA back in the early spring of 2023. During our visit, I had the good fortune of interviewing her for The Herbalist Hour. In this segment of the show, Rosalee takes us around her garden and teaches us all about one of her favorite plant allies, dandelion. WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE 🌼WANT MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and receive THIRTEEN herbal freebies! 👉 CLAIM YOUR FREEBIES! 🌿WANT EVEN MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Become an HerbRally Schoolhouse member! You'll get access to a TON of herbalism classes, monographs, webinars and more. We add new material each and every week. There's also discounts to cool herbal companies, a private Facebook group and more! You can get your first 30 days FREE with coupon code PODCAST LEARN MORE AND REGISTER | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Herbalism in your neck of the woods. HerbRally www.herbrally.com 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.

Jan 22, 2025 • 55min
Rooted Medicine Circle | Rosalee de la Forêt & Emily Han
The 2025 Rooted Medicine Circle FREE Mini-Course is now LIVE! Learn how to make herbal remedies that you can confidently rely on. LEARN MORE & REGISTER In honor of the reopening of the Rooted Medicine Circle, we're replaying our Herbalist Hour episode with Rosalee de la Forêt & Emily Han from last year. For full shownotes, and to get the Mandarin and Evergreen Shrub PDF recipe, CLICK HERE. In the free Rooted Medicine Circle Mini Course, you'll find out how to: Avoid 7 common herbal pitfalls so that you can make powerful remedies that heal Make high-quality herbal teas and know when to use them Connect with other herb lovers in the mini course forum And more! The Rooted Medicine FREE Mini-Course is only available for a limited time. LEARN MORE & REGISTER 🌼WANT MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and receive THIRTEEN herbal freebies! 👉 CLAIM YOUR FREEBIES! 🌿WANT EVEN MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Become an HerbRally Schoolhouse member! You'll get access to a TON of herbalism classes, monographs, webinars and more. We add new material each and every week. There's also discounts to cool herbal companies, a private Facebook group and more! You can get your first 30 days FREE with coupon code PODCAST LEARN MORE AND REGISTER | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Herbalism in your neck of the woods. HerbRally www.herbrally.com 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.

Jan 16, 2025 • 1h 24min
How Herbalists Can Support Community Affected by Tragedy | Lupo Passero
Join herbalist Lupo Passero from the Appalachian Herb Collective as she walks us through how to set up community herbal hubs and mobile clinics in the face of tragedy. WATCH THIS WEBINAR SLIDESHOW ON YOUTUBE The Appalachian Herb Collective (AHC) is an Herbal Re-leaf effort created in response to the devastation inflicted throughout our area after Hurricane Helene decimated and displaced so many. This is a grass roots effort of local Herbalists on the ground, meant to directly hep the folks affected by this catastrophic event. They have dubbed themselves, the Appalachian Herb Collective (AHC) as they are covering as many counties in Western North Carolina and Eastern Tennessee as possible offering Free Herbal Mutual Aid hubs. They currently have various locations set up in Madison, Buncombe and Yancey County in North Carolina as well as Unicoi County, Tennessee and are actively working to set up even more AHC stations to support as many areas affected as possible. LINKS & RESOURCES LEARN MORE | AppalachianHerbCollective.net DONATE | LEARN MORE Twin Star Herbs | TwinStarTribe.com 🌼WANT MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and receive THIRTEEN herbal freebies! 👉 CLAIM YOUR FREEBIES! 🌿WANT EVEN MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Become an HerbRally Schoolhouse member! You'll get access to a TON of herbalism classes, monographs, webinars and more. We add new material each and every week. There's also discounts to cool herbal companies, a private Facebook group and more! You can get your first 30 days FREE with coupon code PODCAST LEARN MORE AND REGISTER | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Herbalism in your neck of the woods. HerbRally www.herbrally.com 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.

Jan 15, 2025 • 8min
The Appalachian Herb Collective | Hurricane Helene Re-Leaf Effort
Join herbalists Jeannie Dunn, Lupo Passero and Melissa from the Appalachian Herb Collective as they discuss their work with the Appalachian Herb Collective and how you can help their re-leaf efforts. The Appalachian Herb Collective (AHC) is an Herbal Re-leaf effort created in response to the devastation inflicted throughout our area after Hurricane Helene decimated and displaced so many. This is a grass roots effort of local Herbalists on the ground, meant to directly hep the folks affected by this catastrophic event. They have dubbed themselves, the Appalachian Herb Collective (AHC) as they are covering as many counties in Western North Carolina and Eastern Tennessee as possible offering Free Herbal Mutual Aid hubs. They currently have various locations set up in Madison, Buncombe and Yancey County in North Carolina as well as Unicoi County, Tennessee and are actively working to set up even more AHC stations to support as many areas affected as possible. LINKS & RESOURCES LEARN MORE | AppalachianHerbCollective.net DONATE | LEARN MORE Twin Star Herbs | TwinStarTribe.com Red Moon Herbs | RedMoonHerbs.com 🌼WANT MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and receive THIRTEEN herbal freebies! 👉 CLAIM YOUR FREEBIES! 🌿WANT EVEN MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Become an HerbRally Schoolhouse member! You'll get access to a TON of herbalism classes, monographs, webinars and more. We add new material each and every week. There's also discounts to cool herbal companies, a private Facebook group and more! You can get your first 30 days FREE with coupon code PODCAST LEARN MORE AND REGISTER | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Herbalism in your neck of the woods. HerbRally www.herbrally.com 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.

Jan 13, 2025 • 1h 7min
The Young Green Witch's Guide to Plant Magic | Robin Rose Bennett
A huge thank you to our presenting sponsor for The Herbalist Hour, Oshala Farm Oshala Farm is a beautiful and vibrant certified organic herb farm based in southern Oregon where they grow and sell over 80 different plant species. LEARN MORE AND BUY | OshalaFarm.com In this episode of The Herbalist Hour, I'm joined by Robin Rose Bennett. Robin Rose is a story-teller, writer, and herbalist. She has been offering classes in WiseWoman Healing Ways: Herbal Medicine and EarthSpirit Teachings since 1986 - at herb conferences, festivals, clinics, medical and nursing schools, and most joyously, outside with the plants. She recently released another incredible book called "The Young Green Witch's Guide to Plant Magic". I had so much fun reading through it, we had to have her back on the show to go in-depth on the book. We chat about what inspired her to write the book, how we can give back to the plants, the "connection ritual", why a dandelion doesn't want to be a rose and what we can learn from that, how we can cultivate a sense of kinship with plants and a ton more. This is one of my all time favorite interviews and I know you're goin' to love it! Thanks for tuning in and we'll see you in the next episode, ~Mason LINKS & RESOURCES BOOK: Young Witch's Guide to Plant Magic | BUY ON AMAZON BOOK: Young Witch's Guide to Plant Magic | BUY AN AUTOGRAPHED COPY Robin Rose Bennett | RobinRoseBennett.com Robin Rose Bennett on Instagram | @robinrosebennett 🎵 Theme Song by Torin Frost Torin Frost on Spotify | TUNE IN 🌼WANT MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and receive THIRTEEN herbal freebies! 👉 CLAIM YOUR FREEBIES! 🌿WANT EVEN MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Become an HerbRally Schoolhouse member! You'll get access to a TON of herbalism classes, monographs, webinars and more. We add new material each and every week. There's also discounts to cool herbal companies, a private Facebook group and more! You can get your first 30 days FREE with coupon code PODCAST LEARN MORE AND REGISTER | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Herbalism in your neck of the woods. HerbRally www.herbrally.com 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.

Dec 30, 2024 • 1h 10min
Community Herbalist & Soul Worker | Lindsay Kolasa
A huge thank you to our presenting sponsor for The Herbalist Hour, Oshala Farm Oshala Farm is a beautiful and vibrant certified organic herb farm based in southern Oregon where they grow and sell over 80 different plant species. LEARN MORE AND BUY | OshalaFarm.com In this episode of The Herbalist Hour, I'm joined by Lindsay Kolasa. Lindsay is a community herbalist, traditional food ways educator, soul-worker, and Yoga Teacher with a background in non-profit management and social service work. We chat about how she got into herbalism, how herbs helped her with psychosis, mental health through an herbalist's lens, studying with Phyllis Light, how we integrate herbalism back into American society and a whole lot more. Hope you all enjoy and we'll see you in the next episode! ~Mason LINKS & RESOURCES Lindsay Kolasa | LindsayKolasa.com Lindsay on LinkedIn | CONNECT WITH LINDSAY Blog by Lindsay on Psychosis | READ THE POST BOOK: Adventures of a Frontier Naturalist | BUY THE BOOK 🎵 Theme Song by Torin Frost Torin Frost on Spotify | TUNE IN 🌼WANT MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and receive THIRTEEN herbal freebies! 👉 CLAIM YOUR FREEBIES! 🌿WANT EVEN MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Become an HerbRally Schoolhouse member! You'll get access to a TON of herbalism classes, monographs, webinars and more. We add new material each and every week. There's also discounts to cool herbal companies, a private Facebook group and more! You can get your first 30 days FREE with coupon code PODCAST LEARN MORE AND REGISTER | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Herbalism in your neck of the woods. HerbRally www.herbrally.com 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.

Dec 23, 2024 • 1h 10min
On Psychedelics with The Medicine Hunter: Chris Kilham
This episode is brought to you by our HerbRally Schoolhouse members If you'd like to try your first month for free, use coupon code PODCAST at checkout! LEARN MORE & REGISTER | http://www.herbrally.com/schoolhouse In this episode of The Herbalist Hour I'm joined by Chris Kilham. Chris Kilham is a medicine hunter, author, educator and yogi. The founder of Medicine Hunter Inc., Chris has conducted medicinal plant research and sustainable botanical sourcing in over 45 countries. We chat about Groupe Berkem and the Global Plant Exploration Initiative, the healing power of psychedelics, PTSD recovery, ayahuasca, heroic doses vs. micro-dosing, the legalities of these allies, and a whole lot more. This was an absolutely fascinating conversation and I know you're goin' to love it. Please keep in mind that we are not doctors, nor do we play one on the internet. This information is for educations and entertainment purposes ONLY! We recommend you seek out advice from a qualified healthcare practitioner if you're to try anything discussed in this show. Enjoy! And see you in the next episode, ~Mason LINKS & RESOURCES The Medicine Hunter | MedicineHunter.com Groupe Berkem | LEARN MORE 🎵 Theme Song by Torin Frost Torin Frost on Spotify | TUNE IN 🌼WANT MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and receive THIRTEEN herbal freebies! 👉 CLAIM YOUR FREEBIES! 🌿WANT EVEN MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Become an HerbRally Schoolhouse member! You'll get access to a TON of herbalism classes, monographs, webinars and more. We add new material each and every week. There's also discounts to cool herbal companies, a private Facebook group and more! You can get your first 30 days FREE with coupon code PODCAST LEARN MORE AND REGISTER | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Herbalism in your neck of the woods. HerbRally www.herbrally.com 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.

Dec 23, 2024 • 31min
Organizing Your Herbal Apothecary with Demetria Clark
Save 50% on ALL COURSES at Heart of Herbs Herbal School! Use coupon code HAPPY50 at checkout before December 31, 2024 LEARN MORE & REGISTER Today's episode is audio from the Heart of Herbs Herbal School Podcast with Demetria Clark. Tune in as Demetria goes in-depth on organzing your herbal apothecary. LEARN MORE ABOUT HEART OF HERBS HERBAL SCHOOL 🌼WANT MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and receive THIRTEEN herbal freebies! 👉 CLAIM YOUR FREEBIES! 🌿WANT EVEN MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Become an HerbRally Schoolhouse member! You'll get access to a TON of herbalism classes, monographs, webinars and more. We add new material each and every week. There's also discounts to cool herbal companies, a private Facebook group and more! You can get your first 30 days FREE with coupon code PODCAST LEARN MORE AND REGISTER | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Herbalism in your neck of the woods. HerbRally www.herbrally.com 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.

Dec 21, 2024 • 28min
Backyard Apothecary: The Hidden Benefits of Backyard Herbs | Demetria Clark
Save 50% on ALL COURSES at Heart of Herbs Herbal School! Use coupon code HAPPY50 at checkout before December 31, 2024 LEARN MORE & REGISTER Today's episode is audio from the Heart of Herbs Herbal School Podcast with Demetria Clark. EPISODE DESCRIPTION Ever wondered if those pesky dandelions ruining your pristine lawn might actually be a treasure trove of health benefits? Join me, Demetra Clark, on the Heart of Herbs Herbal School Podcast as we uncover the surprising medicinal and culinary uses of common backyard weeds. From the diuretic power of dandelion leaves, loaded with essential vitamins and minerals, to the liver-supporting properties of their roots, these so-called nuisances might just become your new favorite herb. You'll also discover innovative ways to incorporate dandelions into your diet, like fresh greens in salads or roasted roots as a coffee alternative, all while gaining historical insight into how early European settlers valued this versatile plant. But the exploration doesn't stop there. Learn about the nutritional benefits and uses of plantain, chickweed, and nettle, each with its unique advantages. Hear personal stories highlighting nettle's nutritional value and unexpected role in alleviating carpal tunnel syndrome. Lastly, we shed light on the remarkable red clover, a traditional spring tonic known for its blood-cleansing properties. You'll leave with a newfound appreciation for the natural remedies right outside your door, eager to embrace your backyard as a source of health and wellness. Tune in, and let's transform those unwanted weeds into your personal apothecary! LEARN MORE ABOUT HEART OF HERBS HERBAL SCHOOL 🌼WANT MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and receive THIRTEEN herbal freebies! 👉 CLAIM YOUR FREEBIES! 🌿WANT EVEN MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Become an HerbRally Schoolhouse member! You'll get access to a TON of herbalism classes, monographs, webinars and more. We add new material each and every week. There's also discounts to cool herbal companies, a private Facebook group and more! You can get your first 30 days FREE with coupon code PODCAST LEARN MORE AND REGISTER | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Herbalism in your neck of the woods. HerbRally www.herbrally.com 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.

Dec 20, 2024 • 1h 2min
Entrepreneur, Farmer & Herbalist | Clarenda "Farmer Cee" Stanley
This episode is brought to you by our HerbRally Schoolhouse members If you'd like to try your first month for free, use coupon code PODCAST at checkout! LEARN MORE & REGISTER | http://www.herbrally.com/schoolhouse In this episode of The Herbalist Hour I'm joined by Clarenda "Farmer Cee" Stanley. Clarenda "Farmer Cee" Stanley is a visionary entrepreneur, farmer, herbalist, and advocate for ethical business and sustainable living. Known affectionately as "Farmer Cee," she is the founding CEO of Green Heffa Farms, a wellness brand and herb farm that celebrates the power of nature to heal and nourish. We chat about what a young Clarenda was like, how Green Heffa Farms got its name, this mission of the farm and what they grow there, the spiritual aspects to growing plants and a ton more. We even have a couple of super special guest questions from Mel and Jeff Carpenter, as well as from Derek Haynes AKA The Chocolate Botanist. This was a great conversation with Farmer Cee and I know you're goin' to love it! Enjoy, and see you in the next episode, ~Mason LINKS & RESOURCES Green Heffa Farms | GreenHeffaFarms.com DOCUMENTARY: Farmer Cee | WATCH THE DOC Farmer Cee on YouTube | SUBSCRIBE Green Heffa Farms on Instagram | @greenheffafarms Zack Woods Herb Farm | ZackWoodsHerbs.com The Chocolate Botanist | SUBSCRIBE EVENT: SOWTH | LEARN MORE & REGISTER Rooted in Wellness Campaign | LEARN MORE & DONATE Blue Ridge Women in Agriculture (BRWIA): BRWIA offers disaster resources, including emergency grants to impacted BIPOC farmers in the Carolinas, demonstrating a commitment to supporting diverse farming communities. Poder Emma, BeLoved Asheville, and Equal Plates Project: These community organizations have been leading recovery efforts, providing support to marginalized groups, including BIPOC and LGBTQ+ farmers, in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Feed AVL is committed to supporting Black farmers and Black-run food organizations in the region WNC Communities: An Asheville-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting agricultural initiatives and community development across Western North Carolina. They have been instrumental in providing disaster relief to local farmers. Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA): CFSA has been actively involved in hurricane recovery efforts, offering resources and support to farmers affected by the storm. 🎵 Theme Song by Torin Frost Torin Frost on Spotify | TUNE IN 🌼WANT MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and receive THIRTEEN herbal freebies! 👉 CLAIM YOUR FREEBIES! 🌿WANT EVEN MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Become an HerbRally Schoolhouse member! You'll get access to a TON of herbalism classes, monographs, webinars and more. We add new material each and every week. There's also discounts to cool herbal companies, a private Facebook group and more! You can get your first 30 days FREE with coupon code PODCAST LEARN MORE AND REGISTER | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse Herbalism in your neck of the woods. HerbRally www.herbrally.com 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.


