Podcast Episodes

Herbalists' Views on the Top-Selling Herbs (Part 7): Tribulus, Pycnogenol, Garlic

Episode 258

On the top-selling herbs list for 2023 (the most recent data), the herbs in places #19-21 were Tribulus terrestris, Pycnogenol (an extract of Pinus pinaster), and garlic. Today we continue our series…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Mutual Aid Startup Guide

Episode 257

Mutual aid projects are a natural place for herbalists to gravitate, and setting one up in your community is easier than you think! Our mutual aid startup guide is a free resource we offer you to hel…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

Thinking Through Herb-Drug Interactions

Episode 256

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Sussing out herb-drug interactions is complicated! In this …

Published on 4 months, 4 weeks ago

Herbalists' Views on the Top-Selling Herbs (Part 6): Saw Palmetto, Cinnamon, Echinacea

Episode 255

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On the top-selling herbs list for 2023 (the most recent dat…

Published on 5 months, 1 week ago

Bandaging Basics & Mummy Parties

Episode 254

Bandaids are undeniably handy, and there are plenty of situations where they do the job that needs doing. But there are also lots of times when a wound is too big, too irregular, or too sensitive for…

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago

Bug-Out Bags & Stay-In Stashes, The Herbalist's Way

Episode 253

When putting together a bug-out bag in case of emergencies, don’t forget your herbs! Just like a first aid kit, a go bag is best when you construct it according to your specific needs, and the needs …

Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago

Herbal First Aid Kit Maintenance

Episode 252

Just like checking your stock of remedies in the apothecary, herbal first aid kit maintenance is one of those things you need to carve out time for – at least once a year! It’s June, which is the kic…

Published on 6 months ago

Disaster-Proofing Herbal Business Part 2: Offerings & Audience

Episode 251

This is the second half of the Disaster-Proofing your Herbal Business theme.

Economic uncertainty is part of business – but there’s so much you can do to make sure your business stays strong throughou…

Published on 6 months ago

Disaster-Proofing Your Herbal Business

Episode 250

Economic uncertainty is part of business – but there’s so much you can do to disaster-proof your herbal business and make sure it stays strong throughout the ups and downs.

This episode is the first t…

Published on 6 months, 2 weeks ago

Herbalists' Views on the Top-Selling Herbs (Part 5): Ginkgo, Guarana, Maca

Episode 249

In our fifth installment in this series, we address the facts & fictions about ginkgo, guarana, and maca supplements in commerce! These were #13, 14, and 15 on the top-selling herbs list for 2023 (th…

Published on 6 months, 4 weeks ago