In this episode, we begin with Aleya Fraser, author of Caribbean Herbalism, who shares the rich traditions of plant medicine rooted in Caribbean communities. Aleya discusses ancestral knowledge, everyday remedies, and the cultural practices that have kept this wisdom alive across generations. Her work highlights how plants nurture resilience, connection, and healing.
We then turn to Storying Plant Communication, a book that uses narrative and storytelling to shift our understanding of plant behavior. Through this conversation, we consider how plants communicate, interact, and shape the world around us in ways that often go unnoticed, and why language and story matter for making those connections visible. Together, these interviews invite us to see plants as both healers and communicators, bridging science, story, and tradition.
Book links:
Carribean Herbalism by Aleya Fraser
Storying Plant Communication by Mariko Thomas
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