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HerbRallyHerbRallyPlants + Wisdom of Peru | The Journey of a LifetimeA 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 Anna Claire Lotti and Sondra Hamilton.  This June, they are leading an incredible journey to Peru, and we chat all about it in this conversation. We also find out about how they met, Peruvian pla...2024-02-271h 30HerbRallyHerbRallyTwo EPIC herbal events | Anna Claire Lotti & Sondra HamiltonFull show notes and links for this episode: CLICK HERE Want more great herbal content? HerbRally is also on YouTube! CLICK HERE to watch.  We release new videos each week!  Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and receive these SEVEN herbal freebies!  86 page ebook by Plant Healer 5 Herbal Events Around the World | Video with Bevin Clare 36 Page Book Excerpt from "Nourishing Foods" by Plant Healer Calendula ebook by Rosalee de la Forêt Hour long adaptogens class with Heather Irvine 15% off dis...2022-05-2408 minSage and SpiritSage and SpiritFacial Cupping for Radiance with Sakina Di PaceSakina Di Pace is an acupuncturist, and- as you may have guessed- a facial cupping expert! When she first began working with facial cupping, she noticed immediate and significant benefits to her patients, and knew she must begin incorporating this ancient modality into more of her offerings. In 2020, Sakina was no longer able to meet with patients one-on-one due to lockdowns, thus inspiring her to bring this knowledge and expertise to the online world, offering videos and tools for people around the world who were interested in learning this unique practice from the safety + comfort of their own homes.2022-02-0848 minSage and SpiritSage and SpiritEnchanted by Honeybees: Health + Harmony from the Hive with Jennifer HolmesJennifer Holmes is the heart behind her family's growing Apiary and Café/Meadery, Hani Honey Company, in Stuart, Florida. Jennifer is a UFIFAS Master Beekeeper + Senior Welsh Honey Judge, current President of Florida State Beekeepers Association, and Chair of Slow Food Gold & Treasure Coast. She is an active speaker on many beekeeping topics, and travels worldwide to continue to learn and contribute positively to the Beekeeping Industry.Although keeping bees is a main component of how Jennifer is received in her community, she is also deeply engaged in all of nature and enjoys producing various fermented products f...2022-01-251h 15Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritRadical Self Love: Stepping Into Your Worthiness with Jen AmabileJen Amabile is a best-selling author, Reiki practitioner, and a transformational life coach who is committed to empowering single women to heal from heartbreak, cultivate more self-love, and amplify their sense of self worth so that they can create the freedom in life that they desire, and attract love into all areas of their lives. Jen does this through private coaching, workshops, and in leading guided meditations. Jen has a master's degree in counseling from Montclair State University, a health coaching certificate from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, and a culinary diploma from the Institute of Culinary Education.2021-12-211h 25Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritThe Art of Tending Grief with Josh FoxJosh Fox has built a life around the healing powers of plants, people, and community. He weaves herbs, song, and acupuncture into his private healing practice, and writes music that uplifts the heart, honors his plant allies, and tickles the human spirit. With the same gentle, grounded nature he receives patients, he regularly holds group ceremony space around grief, heart-healing, and song-sharing. In this episode, Josh shares his vision and practices for tending the village heart through remembering our humanness and offering grief rituals within his community. He speaks on the importance of having safe spaces for...2021-12-061h 01Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritThe Descent: Shadow Work for Soul Growth with Catherine BjörkstenCatherine Björksten is a holistic practitioner, specializing in supporting people who are going through a Spiritual Awakening. Her motto is integrated and embodied awakening. Following a career in marketing and advertising and becoming a mother of two, she went through a majorawakening herself, which led her to study psychotherapy, spiritual counseling, shamanism, and apprenticing with Indigenous leaders and mystical masters worldwide.In this episode, Catherine discusses what it means to delve into the deep, dark corners of our psyche and to shine a light into our own innate world of shadows. We talk about the importance o...2021-11-2254 minSage and SpiritSage and SpiritSeasonal Changes + Exciting Annoucements- A SOLO Episode with Anna ClaireJoin me for my first SOLO episode, where I'll be sharing some exciting news about upcoming offerings + changes, as well as some tips for supporting your mind, body, soul, and spirit through the upcoming shift in seasons. Whether you find yourself in the Northern hemisphere transitioning from summer to fall, or below the equator, moving on into spring, this episode has some great ideas to support your overall wellness throughout the journey!In this episode I talk a little bit about the changes of seasons from both an Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicine point of view, and...2021-09-1449 minSage and SpiritSage and SpiritHuman Design: The Blueprint of Your Soul with Bethany BubenzerBethany is an online business mentor for visionary women on a mission to positively impact the world. She mentors coaches, artists, healers, and yoga teachers to their next level of impact and prosperity. Bethany’s mission in life is to help intuitive women elevate success without losing their magic. She does this through human design, intuitive and intelligent business coaching, and (soon) sacred breathwork.First and foremost, Bethany understands that you have unique medicine inside you that the world needs. Her contribution to this vision is in helping soulful women on a mission to become wildly successful th...2021-08-311h 20Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritThe Forest Reminds Us Who We are with Seán Pádraig O'DonoghueSeán Pádraig O’Donoghue is an herbalist, writer, and teacher, and an initiated Priest in two traditions. He lives in the mountains of western Maine. Seán’s approach to healing weaves together the insights of traditional western herbalism and contemporary science. He regards physical, spiritual, and emotional healing as deeply intertwined.In this episode, we discuss Seán’s incredible and insightful new book, The Forest Reminds Us Who We Are. He discusses his upbringing, feelings of not fitting in, and finding solace in the natural world. He shares how the plants first called to him, and...2021-08-171h 10Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritHerbal Care for Animals with Bob Linde + Renee Crozier PrinceBob Linde and Renee Crozier Prince are the founders and main instructors of the Traditions School of Herbal Studies in St. Petersburg, Florida. Bob Linde is an Acupuncture Physician and Registered Herbalist with an MS in Oriental Medicine and BS in Education, and Renee Crozier Prince is a clinician, practicing community herbalism with a focus on cancer care. Fourth generation Floridian, her focus is on bioregional plant medicine as well as conservation and underserved communities. They are both amazing practitioners, and I highly recommend you check out their website for all their accolades + offerings!In this episode...2021-08-031h 45Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritExpand Your Spiritual Bandwidth with Charley CastexCharley Castex is an acclaimed psychic, spiritual guide and author spotlighted by The New York Times, HuffPost, ABC and NBC news. Since 1995, Charley has guided tens of thousands across six continents, pairing his intuitive gift with his passion for empowering others to realize their spiritual potential. Charley resides in Asheville NC with his lovely wife Kathryn, his dream drum set and several gorgeous guitars.In today's episode, Charley discusses his new book, Expand Your Spiritual Bandwidth. He talks about what this looks like in everyday life, and how we can find ways to live in joy, reverence...2021-07-2058 minSage and SpiritSage and SpiritThe Rise of Women in CBD with Catherine ArtztCatherine Artzt is the founder of French Broad Cannabis, makers of Bhūmi and Of The Earth hemp product lines, which integrate herbalism, aromatherapy, and chocolate into targeted and high quality hemp products. She also owns Brevard Hemp, a hemp retail store with 3 locations in Western North Carolina.Catherine's dedication to natural medicine became personal when Catherine began battling a chronic pain condition in 2014. In this episode of Sage + Spirit, Catherine shares her story of how she first became interested in natural medicine, and how that led her to a journey of self-discovery, and also to...2021-07-061h 19Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritHow to Die Before You Die {So You Don't Die When You Die} with Winn MallardWinn Mallard was born in Atlanta, Georgia and currently lives in the Sacred Valley of the Inkas in Peru. Her interests include permaculture, naturopathy, herbalism, earth-based spirituality, and the Gnostic teachings (i.e, the science of consciousness).In this episode, Winn and I discuss the concept of dying before we die...so that we don't die when we die- which might sound a little confusing, but stick with us, and we'll explain more! We talk about the concepts of shamanism, the solar path or path of the Inka, and mystical death, as well as the chispa divina...2021-06-291h 10Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritBreathwork as a Powerful Healing Tool with Denise CooperDenise Cooper was born and raised in Kansas City. She has been living in the Sacred Valley of Peru since December 2007, and leading international Ayahuasca retreats and ceremonies with the sacred plant medicine, Ayahuasca, from the Amazon jungle since 2009.  Over the last 20 years, Denise has received training and certifications as a Medicine Woman/Shamanic Practitioner, Reiki Master, Life Coach, and Breathwork Healer, with intensives in Yoga, Meditation and Fasting. She also has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology.Denise carries a deep love for the Earth and is deeply devoted to the evolution and healing of...2021-06-151h 26Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritThe Herbal First Aid Kit with CoreyPine ShaneCoreyPine Shane, RH (AHG), is Founder of the Blue Ridge School of Herbal Medicine in Asheville, NC, and has spent over 25 years teaching and helping clients by artfully blending Chinese and Western herbal traditions with a focus on local plants. As a seasoned wildcrafter he has extensive knowledge of wild plants as well as medicine making, which he has put into his forthcoming book, “Southeast Medicinal Plants.” He is also the author of an e-book, “Herbs for Pain,” has taught at many national herb conferences, and is a Professional Member of the American Herbalists Guild.In this episode...2021-06-081h 09Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritLow-Proof Happy Hour + Botanical Cocktails with Jules AronNamed “the wellness mixologist” by Women’s Health magazine, Jules Aron is the beverage consultant and holistic nutritionist bridging the gap between mind, body, and spirit(s) for over a decade. She is the founder of The Healthy Bartender, the clean online cocktail destination, and author of 5 best-selling books: Zen and Tonic: Savory and Fresh Cocktails for the Enlightened Drinker, Vegan Cheese, Simple, Delicious, Plant-Based Cheese Recipes, Nourish and Glow: Naturally Beautifying Foods & Elixirs, Fresh & Pure: Organically Crafted Beauty Balms & Cleansers, and her newly released, Low Proof Happy Hour.When she’s not writing, Jules serves as the bever...2021-05-2459 minSage and SpiritSage and SpiritHerbs for Mental Clarity + Brain Support with Maria Noël GrovesMaria Noël Groves, RH (AHG), clinical herbalist, runs Wintergreen Botanicals, nestled in the pine forests of New Hampshire. Her business is devoted to education and empowerment via classes, health consultations, and writing with the foundational belief that good health grows in nature. She is the author of the award-winning, best-selling Body into Balance: An Herbal Guide to Holistic Self Care and Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies. Learn more about Maria and herbs at WintergreenBotanicals.com. In this episode, Maria discusses herbs to support brain health, mental clarity, and even stress levels. She shares so much rich in...2021-05-171h 25Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritThe Healing Powers of Rose with Sondra Hamilton"A rose by any other name would smell as sweet..."~ William Shakespeare, Romeo + JulietThere is always so much that can be said when it comes to rose- it is truly a deeply healing plant on a multitude of levels. In this episode, I speak with mystic herbalist and Ayurvedic health counselor, Sondra Hamilton, who shares her healing journey + dance with rose.Topics discussed include the magical Hampi rosa of the Sacred Valley of Peru, spiritual bathing + plant baths, and opening our hearts to receiving love. Sondra also shares some of her favorite...2021-05-101h 28Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritHolistic Skincare Rituals with Elizabeth CarterElizabeth Carter is a holistic esthetician, and the founder of Honest Rituals in Topanga Canyon, CA. The mission and vision for her skincare studio is to create a space for nature-inspired women to learn how to heal their skin by using a mixture of plants, oils, and facial massage.In this episode, we discuss the skin as being a reflection of whatever is happening inside the body, and how emotional stress can play a major role in the aging process. Elizabeth talks about the importance of the microbiome of the skin, and best ways to support that...2021-05-031h 06Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritNarrative Herbal Medicine with Heather Wood BuzzardHeather Wood Buzzard is a writer, wildcrafter, and herbalist living in the ancient mountains of Western North Carolina. In recent years, her passion for these intertwined topics has led her to pursue a MA in Writing and Narrative Medicine, and she is a wealth of knowledge on this up-and-coming, refreshing approach to healing.In this episode, we discuss narrative medicine as a crossroads between holistic communication and healthcare. Heather speaks to the importance of story, and the narratives that we create within our lives. We talk about the importance of patient-centered medicine, the "slow medicine" movement, and...2021-04-261h 09Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritChinese Medicine + Spring Wellness with Ashley KuperAshley Kuper,L.Ac., Dipl.OM, is an herbalist and nationally-licensed acupuncturist. A graduate of Daoist Traditions of Chinese Medical Arts in Asheville, NC, Ashley has been practicing in the area for over 10 years. In addition to acupuncture and herbal medicine, Ashley incorporates a number of other healing modalities, including food therapy, gua sha, essential oils, and cupping. In this episode, she shares her favorite practices for staying well as we transition from winter into spring. In our conversation, we discuss the element of spring in Chinese Medicine, as well as the associated tastes, organs, and orifices...2021-04-191h 06Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritMotherwort + Mugwort: Weeds for Women with Patricia Kyritsi HowellPatricia Kyritsi Howell, RH (AHG), is the founder and director of the BotanoLogos School of Herbal Studies, and author of Medicinal Plants of the Southern Appalachians. Patricia has been a practicing clinical herbalist for over 28 years, and in this episode, she shares with us two of her favorite herbal allies- motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca) and mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris).In our conversation, we discuss the traditional ways in which these plants have been used to support women's bodies and cycles, and different ways of working with them. Patricia shares with us her own personal accounts of how and why...2021-04-121h 05Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritThe Fantastic World of Functional Mushrooms with Gina Rivers ContlaWith over 30 years of experience in herbalism and the natural products industry, Gina Rivers Contla is the National Science Educator for well-known mushroom supplement company Host Defense. In this conversation, we discuss the numerous mushrooms that grow all around us, many of which can provide myriad ways of supporting our bodies and minds.We explore the differences between the fruiting bodies of mushrooms and the lesser-known mycelium, and even go a little deeper into the archetypal nature of mycelium and all that's entailed therein.Some of the mushrooms discussed in this episode include reishi, lion's...2021-03-291h 10Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritHolistic Oral Health with Herb Girls Amy Wright and Eileen BrantleyAmy Wright and Eileen Brantley are the masterminds, medicine makers, and educational powerhouse duo behind the Athens, Georgia based herbal business known as Herb Girls. These ladies are "lit with a passion" about many important issues when it comes to holistic health, and lately they've been delving deeper and deeper into the seldom-discussed topic of the oral microbiome, and best ways of maintaining the health- and appearance- of our pearly whites. Dental health is incredibly important in maintaining the overall health of our bodies. In this episode, Amy and Eileen talk about the connection between the oral microbiome and...2021-03-221h 30Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritBean-to-Bar Botanical Chocolate with Sara RatzaSara Ratza is a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner and Western Herbalist, and a self-taught chocolatier. In her bean-to-bar chocolate business, Ratza Chocolate, Sara creates thoughtfully crafted, botanical-infused creations made from sustainably sourced ingredients.In today's episode, Sara and I delve deep into the chocolate-making process, the concept of "junk chocolate", and some of the different plant constituents that are known to be supportive for our health and well-being. Ever found yourself relishing a morsel of fine chocolate while sipping your favorite wine? You're not alone- and there's a good reason why! Sara shares with us her...2021-03-151h 15Sage and SpiritSage and SpiritAndean Wisdom for Changing Times with Fredy "Puma" Quispe SingonaJoining us all the way from the Sacred Valley of Peru, my first guest is one of my very own teachers, Fredy “Puma” Quispe Singona. Puma is an Andean medicine man, trained by his grandfather “Papakay”, who started out on his path at the young age of 6 years old. In our conversation, Puma shares what it means to navigate times of change and transformation from the perspective of his Andean lineage. He discusses the concept of ayni, a sort of sacred reciprocity that permeates the traditions of his culture, and how we can all find ways to incorporate this practice...2021-03-0757 minFarbenstrudelFarbenstrudel05-schuleBei Lotti in Berlin beginnt die Schule morgen wieder, passend dazu reden wir in unserer neusten Folge über unsere Schullaufbahn, wo sie sich in unseren verschiedenen Bundesländer unterscheidet und was wir davon halten. Lernt fleißig! Lotti&Anna Song der Woche Lotti: Baddest Bachelor - Eli Anna: backyard boy - Claire Rosinkranz Buch der Woche Lotti: Chemie des Todes - Simon Beckett Anna: The little Prince - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry 2020-10-2550 minHerbRallyHerbRallyEVENT | Plants and Healers International Botanical Journey to PeruListen in as Anna Claire Lotti and Marc Williams discuss their upcoming botanical journey to Peru! Learn how you can join them on this memorable and educational immersion into the mountains and valleys, forests and jungles of Peru, to discover and reconnect to the plants and the healers of this remarkable region. LEARN MORE Connect with Plants and Healers online! Website Facebook Instagram Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com 2018-11-0105 min