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My guest today is Thomas Easley — clinical herbalist, founder of the Eclectic School of Herbal Medicine, and co-author of The Modern Herbal Dispensatory, the medicine-making guide now used by herbalists across the country. Thomas has been in clinical practice since 2001 and now trains the next generation of herbalists from a 500-acre botanical sanctuary in North Carolina — the second largest in the US. In this conversation, Thomas takes us back to 1996, when he was 13 years old and watched five different medical specialists fail to diagnose what was wrong with his twin sister — until a local herbalist with an eighth-grade education solved it in fifteen minutes. It’s the moment that set him on a lifelong path into plant medicine, and it’s where his story — and this episode — begins. Full show notes and resources are at https://plantloveradio.com/82. This episode is brought to you by Lana’s Apothecary. To learn more visit https://plantloveradio.com/resources. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lanacamiel.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we discuss the misconceptions and cultural perspectives on herbal sleep aids, explore favorite herbs for sleep (from heavy hitters to gentle allies), explore the benefits of different dosages forms and much more. Today I am welcoming back Maria Noel Groves, an herbalist, teacher, and author. Full show notes and resources are at https://plantloveradio.com/81.  This episode is brought to you by Lana’s Apothecary. To learn more visit https://plantloveradio.com/resources.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lanacamiel.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we discuss the wheel of the year, herbal categories especially useful for radiant skin, and rituals to bring out your beauty. Today I am welcoming Marysia Miernowska, an herbalist, teacher, author, Earth activist, gardener, and green witch. Full show notes and resources are at https://plantloveradio.com/80.  This episode is brought to you by Lana’s Apothecary. To learn more visit https://plantloveradio.com/resources.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lanacamiel.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we discuss handcrafted healing herbal oils, their uses, benefits, ways to make and incorporate successfully into your self-care routines. Today I am welcoming back my teacher Kami McBride, clinical herbalist, medicine maker, and herbal educator. Full show notes and resources are at https://plantloveradio.com/79.   This episode is brought to you by Lana’s Apothecary. To learn more visit https://plantloveradio.com/resources.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lanacamiel.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we discuss several categories of tonics and 5 of our guest's favorite plants. We also chat about ways to make you stronger by bridging cultures, plants and people. Today I want to introduce to you CoreyPine Shane, a North Carolina herbalist, director of the Blue Ridge School of Herbal Medicine, medicine maker, wild crafter and so much more.  Full show notes and resources are at https://plantloveradio.com/78.  This episode is brought to you by Lana’s Apothecary. To learn more visit https://plantloveradio.com/resources.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lanacamiel.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we discuss how plant spirit communications assist in understanding poisonous plants, history, energies and uses of three poisonous plants especially useful in today's culture and books on poisonous plant medicine to add to your reading list. Meet Kathryn Solie, an herbalist specializing in 'poisonous' plants & plant consciousness, a tarot reader, and a meditation enthusiast. Creating communities where people can reconnect with the ancient human lineage of plant spirit communication is at the center of Kathryn's work. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lanacamiel.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we discuss lessons from in-depth investigation into botanical industry, explore questions for different manufacturers and recognize the most important factors in creating high quality botanical products.  My today's guest is Dr. Ann Armbrecht. Ann is a writer and author of the Business of Botanicals new book, anthropologist and a director of the Sustainable Herbs Program.  Full show notes and resources are at https://plantloveradio.com/76.  This episode is brought to you by Lana’s Apothecary. To learn more visit https://plantloveradio.com/resources.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lanacamiel.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we discuss unique characteristics of Southern folk medicine, how tastes, elements and signs can help to understand clinical presentation and best place to start learning more about Southern folk medicine. My today's guest is Phyllis D. Light, a fourth generation herbalist and healer, clinician, consultant, book author and speaker.  Full show notes and resources are at https://plantloveradio.com/75. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lanacamiel.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we talk about nutrients for immune system, specific herbal medicines used in mild cases of COVID-19, and strategies for recovery and dealing with the sequelae of this illness. Meet Andrew Bentley, a fourth generation herbalist. Andrew has been practicing and teaching for over 30 years. Recently he has been sharing his thoughts, observations and clinical experience related to herbal support in COVID-19 cases. Full show notes and resources are at https://plantloveradio.com/74.  This episode is brought to you by Lana’s Apothecary. To learn more visit https://plantloveradio.com/resources.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lanacamiel.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we discuss scientific evidence on mushrooms used to treatment and prevention of viral illnesses, how mushrooms help you to enhance immune system, and many fun mushroom facts. Today I want to introduce to you Dr. Lindsay Chimileski, a naturopathic physician, acupuncturist, registered herbalist, naturalist, counselor, writer and public speaker. Full show notes and resources are at https://plantloveradio.com/73.  This episode is brought to you by Lana’s Apothecary. To learn more visit https://plantloveradio.com/resources.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lanacamiel.substack.com/subscribe

In today's conversation, we discuss a vetting approach for high quality natural supplements, explore natural skincare lines and chat about developing the most popular herbal tincture blends and cleanses.  To help with these topics today, please meet Lily Mazzarella, an herbalist, nutritionist, teacher, whole foods chef, writer and owner of Farmacopia. Full show notes and resources are at https://plantloveradio.com/72.  This episode is brought to you by Lana’s Apothecary. To learn more visit https://plantloveradio.com/resources.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lanacamiel.substack.com/subscribe

Today, we explore how understanding of Ayurveda helps you to process the language of local plants and seasons better offering more balance and health in your life. For this conversation I'm joined by Sophia Avramides, an Ayurvedic health consultant, herbalist, medicine maker and teacher. Full show notes and resources are at https://plantloveradio.com/71.  This episode is brought to you by Lana’s Apothecary. To learn more visit https://plantloveradio.com/resources.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lanacamiel.substack.com/subscribe

Today, we looks at herbal vitality rituals and a philosophy for combining plants for health and wellness. For this conversation I'm joined by a teacher of mine, William Siff, Msc. AoM., L.Ac.  William is an expert practitioner of Asian and Ayurvedic medicine with over 20 years experience working with thousands of individuals and groups to successfully incorporate plant-based medicine into their lives. He is a true 'Plant Man' with depth of expertise across many aspects of this field - a licensed acupuncturist, ethnobotanist, medicinal herb grower, formulator and educator. Full show notes and resources are at https://plantloveradio.com/70.  This episode is brought to you by Lana’s Apothecary. To learn more visit https://plantloveradio.com/resources.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lanacamiel.substack.com/subscribe

Today we discuss why taste is so important to humans and what makes it so useful in herbal medicine, unique characteristics of each taste and how you can learn herbal medicine through recipes. Let's welcome back Rosalee de la Forêt. Rosalee is the education director for LearningHerbs, author of two books - Alchemy of Herbs and Wild Remedies, creator of several engaging herbal online courses and registered herbalist with the American Herbalists Guild. Full show notes and resources are at https://plantloveradio.com/69.  This episode is brought to you by Lana’s Apothecary. To learn more visit https://plantloveradio.com/resources.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lanacamiel.substack.com/subscribe

In today's conversation, we looks at essential oils through the lens of Chinese herbal medicine, discuss main 6 fragrance categories and explore what it takes to get the best quality of essential oils. Meet Peter Holmes, Lic.Ac, MH. Peter is a medical herbalist, clinical aromatherapist and practitioner of Chinese medicine with experience that spans over 30 years. Full show notes and resources are at https://plantloveradio.com/68.  This episode is brought to you by Lana’s Apothecary. To learn more visit https://plantloveradio.com/resources.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lanacamiel.substack.com/subscribe