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The Herbalist's PathWildcrafting Ethics, Botany, and Trailblazing Herbalism with Howie BrounsteinWildcrafting has gotten trendy, and that's not always a good thing. Misidentified plants, sketchy sourcing claims, and a whole lot of misinformation are floating around social media right now, and it's worth slowing down to talk about why that matters.Howie Brounstein, founder of Columbine School of Botanical Studies and an herbalist who has been teaching for over 40 years, talks about why botany matters, what real wildcrafting ethics actually look like, and why he’s scared by a lot of what he sees online.What's in this episode:The real risks of misidentification and wh...
2026-06-1958 min
HerbRally10 Herbalists, 10 Questions | HerbRally's 10k Subscriber CelebrationBack in August 2024, HerbRally crossed 10,000 subscribers on YouTube. To celebrate, I invited 10 herbalists to answer 10 different questions. The result was more than five hours of herbal wisdom, stories, insights, humor, and practical advice. This is the first time we're releasing the full recording on the podcast. A huge thank you to all of the contributors: 🌿 Mimi Prunella Hernandez Website: http://www.mimiprunellahernandez.com 🌿 Brigitte Mars Website: https://www.brigittemars.com/ 🌿 David Winston Center for Herbal Studies: https://herbalstudies.net/ Herbalist & Alchemist: https://www.herbalist...
2026-06-045h 41
Herbal RadioPlant Stories | Featuring Howie Brounstein & Steven Yeager (Rerelease)Hello plant people! It's been a year and some change since we launched our Plant Stories series on Herbal Radio, and we thought what better time to reshare our first-ever episode in this series than during the sunny and blooming spring season! 🌷 Plant Stories is all about the heartfelt, fun, entertaining, educational, inspiring, and personal plant stories that stand out to our guests. Tune in to hear from esteemed herbalists, nature-based artists, and plant-lovers to learn about a specific plant, hear a touching tale, bask in a poem, or possibly dive into some folklore. Our goo...
2024-05-1758 min
HerbRally40 Years Teaching Herbalism, Wildcrafting & EcologyA 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 This episode of The Herbalist Hour is a super special one for me. As some of you know, I attended the Columbines School of Botanical Studies back in 2011, so I am incredibly honored and excited to welcome the whole crew on the show this time around....
2024-02-291h 57
Herbal RadioOregano & St. John's Wort Plant Walk | Featuring Shana Lipner GroverThis podcast episode is a combination of two plant profiles from a pre-recorded garden plant walk with clinical herbalist, field botanist, and nutrition educator, Shana Lipner Grover. Shana introduces us to two common and abundant garden plants: oregano and St. John's wort. Shana teaches us how we can make functional medicine from the culinary and medicinal herbs that grow so easily outside our front (or back) doors. Shana Lipner Grover was a student of award-winning author Michael Moore and also one of Mountain Rose Herbs' favorite herbalists, Howie Brounstein. Today, she is the director and primary educator o...
2023-06-3020 min
HerbRally🌱⏰ Director of Quality: Steven Yeager | The Herbalist Hour Ep. 31In this episode of The Herbalist Hour, I'm joined by Steven Yeager. Steven is the Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs at Mountain Rose Herbs. He is also a friend and one of my main herbal mentors. He taught alongside Howie Brounstein at the Columbines School of Botanical Studies when I took their two year apprenticeship over a decade ago. Steven also serves on the board of several non-profits including United Plant Savers, American Herbal Products Association (AHPA), and the Native Plant Society of Oregon. In this conversation we chat...
2023-06-081h 08HerbRallyA BIG OBSTACLE to learning herbalism | Howie Brounstein"What is one of the greatest obstacles to learning and understanding herbalism?" Renowned herbalist Howie Brounstein offers his thoughts on this fantastic question. We hope it inspires you to continue growing and learning as an herbalist! This is a snippet from a longer Q&A with Howie. WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW Learn more about Howie and his work at BotanicalStudies.net Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com  🌼WANT MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Become an HerbRally Schoolhouse member! You'll get acc...
2023-04-1002 minHerbRallyHowie's advice on working the business side of herbalismHowie Brounstein offers some simple business advice for the herbalist in this episode. TLDR: Don't put all your eggs in one basket! We hope you get some insight and inspiration from Howie. This is a snippet from a longer Q&A with Howie. WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW Learn more about Howie and his work at BotanicalStudies.net Thanks for listening! HerbRally www.herbrally.com  🌼WANT MORE HERBAL GOODNESS? Become an HerbRally Schoolhouse member! You'll get access to a T...
2023-04-0402 minHerbRallyOffering unsolicited health advice | Howie BrounsteinWe had this question come in from an HerbRally community member: "What do you do when you see someone you don't know well dealing with an issue that you're pretty sure you could help with, but they haven't asked for help?" Howie Brounstein offers his thoughts and approach to this great question. The great herbalist Christopher Hedley helped form and shape some of how Howie sees this type of situation.  This is a snippet from a longer Q&A with Howie - WATCH THE FULL VIDEO Learn more about How...
2023-03-3103 min
Herbal RadioPlant Stories | Featuring Howie Brounstein & Steven YeagerMountain Rose Herbs is excited to present our brand-new show on Herbal Radio called "Plant Stories". This series is all about the heartfelt, fun, entertaining, educational, inspiring, and personal plant stories that stand out to our guests. Tune in each week to hear from esteemed herbalists, nature-based artists, and plant-lovers to learn about a specific plant, hear a touching tale, bask in a poem, or possibly dive into some folklore. Our good friends, Howie Brounstein and Steven Yeager, stopped by our podcast studio to record the inaugural episode. Having taught together for decades at the Columbines School...
2023-01-2758 min
Herbal RadioLemon Balm & Artichoke Plant Walk | Featuring Shana Lipner GroverThis podcast episode is a combination of two plant profiles from a pre-recorded garden plant walk with clinical herbalist, field botanist, and nutrition educator, Shana Lipner Grover. Shana introduces us to lemon balm and artichoke, plant allies that are easy to grow and abundant in their support. Shana also reminds us of the joy of recognizing the abundance around us and the healing that can take place by simply taking the time to sit next to a plant in your garden. Shana Lipner Grover was a student of award-winning author Michael Moore and also one of Mountain...
2022-10-2114 min
Herbal RadioInterviews on Herbal Radio | Featuring Howie BrounsteinJoin us as Mountain Rose Herbs' Chief Marketing & Brand Officer, Thomas Dick, interviews local Eugene celebrity and beloved herbal educator, Howie Brounstein. Howie runs the Columbines School of Botanical Studies and was kind enough to step out of the woods and into our office for an in-person podcast interview. It was great to see our good friend face to face and chat about his unique herbal path - including backyard potions and hitchhiking across Western North America. With decades of hands-on experience, Howie talks to us about the impacts of wild crafting and the healing process of forming connections...
2022-08-111h 15HerbRallyKEYNOTE: New Herbal Uses in the 21st Century | Howie BrounsteinToday's episode is Howie Brounstein's keynote from the 2019 Breitenbush Herbal Conference. We were lucky enough to find out a former student of Howie's was in the audience and they recorded it from their phone. Since it was recorded on a phone, the audio is a wee bit wonky. That said, Howie did take some time to clean up the sound a bit. It's definitely listenable and there are many gems and takeaways! I had the honor of being co-organizer of this event and was so thrilled that Howie gave the first key...
2022-08-0355 min
Herbal RadioWorking with Smoke as Medicine | Featuring Shana Lipner GroverWe were honored to have our good friend and owner of Sage Country Herbs, Shana Lipner Grover, join us in person last week for some filming. One of the videos we recorded was on an enchanting yet practical topic – working with smoke as medicine. With decades of experience, Shana illuminates this traditional art, inspiring us on the many ways smoke has been historically used as medicine and ultimately to consider making our own herbal smokes. This educational talk is packed with information from the history of smoking herbs to wellness benefits and precautions to choosing ingredients and fo...
2022-07-1449 min
Herbal RadioStinging Nettle & Poison Oak Plant Walk | Featuring Shana Lipner GroverThis podcast is a combination of two separate talks from a pre-recorded plant walk led by Shana Lipner Grover at Mount Pisgah in Eugene, Oregon. A talented clinical herbalist, field botanist, and nutrition educator, Shana introduces us to two plants abundant throughout the Pacific Northwest, stinging nettle and poison oak. Perhaps not outwardly considered allies as their touch can occasionally induce minor skin irritations, Shana explains how these plants can become our friends when properly identified and treated with respect. Engaging and informative, Shana reviews the botany, habitat, safety, and uses of nettle and poison oak and...
2022-04-0825 min
Herbal RadioI Hope That's Valerian I Smell | Featuring Howie Brounstein & Steven YeagerThis presentation was recorded for the Free Herbalism Project held virtually on November 12, 2021. In "I Hope That's Valerian I Smell", herbalists Howie Brounstein and Steven Yeager give us an in depth look at a fragrant and beloved botanical, valerian. Join Howie and Steven and they discuss the botany, identification, beneficial properties, and suggested preparations of this odiferous plant. We'll also learn about the important role native Pacific Northwest valerian species have on the Oregon Cascade ecosystems. We hope you enjoy this entertaining and informative deep dive into this (generally) calming and (highly) aromatic nervine, valerian. Ho...
2022-03-2447 min
Herbal RadioUnsung Herbal Heroes of Immunity | Featuring Shana Lipner GroverThis presentation was recorded for the Free Herbalism Project held virtually on November 12, 2021. Clinical herbalist, field botanist, and nutrition educator, Shana Lipner Grover takes us through an engaging and entertaining look at some of the unsung herbal heroes of immunity. Shana explains how the immune system works in relationship with the other systems in the human body and how both moisture and movement play a vital role in maintaining a healthy balance. This educational talk guides us through our body's immune responses, the role of our mucosal membranes, and how we can harness resiliency through our herbal allies. Enter un...
2022-02-2448 min
Herbal RadioThe Benefits and Uses of Blackberry | Featuring Shana Lipner GroverWhen we think of blackberry here in the Pacific Northwest, we often think of an invasive species, but Shana Lipner Grover sees all the uses of this prolific and abundant plant. Join clinical herbalist, field botanist, and nutrition educator, Shana Lipner Grover, as she brings us to Mount Pisgah Arboretum to discuss blackberry (Rubus armeniacus), its medicinal uses, and the importance of using invasive species to protect our native flora and fauna. Blackberry roots are tannic and astringent, its leaves help support wellness through its toning properties, and its berries are delicious and nutritious. Shana was a student of...
2022-01-2714 min
Herbal RadioThe Benefits and Uses of Oak with Shana Lipner GroverJoin Shana Lipner Grover--clinical herbalist, field botanist, and nutrition educator--as she brings us to an oak woodland at Mount Pisgah Arboretum and discusses everything from the usnea that hangs from the branches to the uses of oak bark and acorns. Historically, oak trees have been utilized for the tannins in their bark, their prolific food source of acorns, and their important role in the ecosystems they create. Shana was a student of award-winning author Michael Moore and also one of our favorite herbalists, Howie Brounstein. Today, she is the director and primary educator of Sage Country Herbs School of...
2021-10-2218 min
Herbal RadioThe Benefits and Uses of Oregon Grape with Shana Lipner GroverJoin clinical herbalist, field botanist, and nutrition educator, Shana Lipner Grover, as she brings us to Mount Pisgah Arboretum to discuss one of her favorite plants in the Berberidaceae family: Oregon grape. Shana loves Oregon grape for its bitter tannins and its affinity for liver and gut health. This wonderful western North American plant ally can be harvested sustainably and can be easily identified by its spiny leaves, blue berries, and golden flowers. Shana was a student of award-winning author Michael Moore and also one of our favorite herbalists, Howie Brounstein. Today, she is the director and primary educator...
2021-09-2926 min
Herbal RadioRudbeckia, Plant Walk with Howie Brounstein and Steven YeagerJoin botanically inclined herbalists Howie Brounstein and Steven Yeager as they venture out to the meadows in the middle elevation zones of the Western Cascades. Here, you will learn about Rudbeckia occidentalis, commonly called Western Cone Flower. You may be familiar with Rudbeckia's close garden relative, Black-Eyed Susan. Rudbeckia is both a helpful supportive herb and a great lesson in etymology. The roots can be used similarly to echinacea or dandelion and are a lovely alterative ally. Â Â Join our community! Subscribe to the Mountain Rose Herbs newsletter Subscribe to Mo...
2021-08-1705 min
Herbal RadioCeanothus, Plant Walk with Howie Brounstein and Steven YeagerJoin botanically inclined herbalists Howie Brounstein and Steven Yeager as they again venture out to the lava beds in the middle elevation zones of the Western Cascades. This time you will learn about Ceanothus velutinus, commonly called Red Root or Sticky Laurel. Ceanothus is not only a delicious pleasure tea and fragrant leaf used in hydrosols, but it is also a crucial plant in our ecosystem. It has nitrogen-fixing roots that work to correct the nitrogen levels in our soils, especially in areas after a clear-cut or large wildfire. Â Join our community! S...
2021-08-1207 min
Herbal RadioCastilleja, Plant Walk with Howie Brounstein and Steven YeagerJoin botanically inclined herbalists Howie Brounstein and Steven Yeager as they venture out to the meadows in the middle elevation zones of the Western Cascades. Here, you will learn about Castilleja, commonly called Paintbrush. In Oregon, we happen to be in the center of biodiversity for Paintbrush, meaning that we are lucky to have many varieties of the species in one place! Paintbrush is a bright and beautiful plant and can be many different colors but, surprisingly, the colorful part of the plant isn't actually the flower! Stick around to learn a little bit more about this special meadow...
2021-07-0204 min
Herbal RadioPhacelia, Plant Walk with Howie Brounstein and Steven YeagerJoin botanically inclined herbalists Howie Brounstein and Steven Yeager as they venture out to the lava beds in the middle elevation zones of the Western Cascades. Here, you will learn about Phacelia, also known as Scorpionweed. Phacelia is an interesting, diverse, and edible plant that can be categorized in either the Hydrophyllaceae or Boraginaceae family depending on which botanist you speak with and where you are regionally. VISIT THE COLUMBINES SCHOOL OF BOTANICAL STUDIES ONLINE Thanks for listening! Join our community! Subscribe to the Mountain Rose Herbs newsletter Subscribe to...
2021-05-2804 min
Herbal RadioBlackcap Raspberry, Plant Walk with Howie Brounstein and Steven YeagerJoin botanically inclined herbalists Howie Brounstein and Steven Yeager as they venture out to the lava beds in the middle elevation zones of the Western Cascades. Here, you will learn about the Blackcap Raspberry (Rubus leucodermis), one of Steven's favorite Pacific Northwest berries and a good astringent ally. RSVP for the online Free Herbalism Project  Join our community! Subscribe to the Mountain Rose Herbs newsletter Subscribe to Mountain Rose Herbs on YouTube Follow on Instagram Like on Facebook Follow on Pinterest Follow on Twitter R...
2021-04-0107 min
Herbal RadioManzanita, Plant Walk with Howie Brounstein and Steven YeagerTO VIEW THE ORIGINAL VIDEO VISIT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL Join botanically inclined herbalists Howie Brounstein and Steven Yeager as they venture along on a plant walk through the middle elevation woods of the Western Cascades. In today's episode, you'll learn about the botany of manzanita (Arctostaphylos), an astringent ally. Join our community! Subscribe to the Mountain Rose Herbs newsletter Subscribe to Mountain Rose Herbs on YouTube Follow on Instagram Like on Facebook Follow on Pinterest Follow on Twitter Read the Mountain Rose Herbs blog Follow on TikTok
2021-02-1207 min
Herbal RadioYarrow, Plant Walk with Howie Brounstein and Steven YeagerJoin botanically inclined herbalists Howie Brounstein and Steven Yeager as they venture along on a plant walk through the middle elevation woods of the Western Cascades. In today's episode you'll learn all about the highly revered cosmopolitan herb yarrow (Achillea millefolium). You'll learn basic botany about the Asteraceae plant family, what a chemotype is, its adaptability and much more! WATCH THE ORIGINAL VIDEO ON YOUTUBE Join our community! Subscribe to the Mountain Rose Herbs newsletter Subscribe to Mountain Rose Herbs on YouTube Follow on Instagram Like on Facebook...
2020-10-2407 min
Herbal RadioWild Rose, Plant Walk with Howie Brounstein and Steven YeagerJoin botanically inclined herbalists Howie Brounstein and Steven Yeager as they venture along on a plant walk through the middle elevation woods of the Western Cascades. In today's episode, you'll learn all about the beautiful, astringent wild rose, a little bit about love, and some fun basic botany about the Rosaceae plant family! Join our community! Subscribe to the Mountain Rose Herbs newsletter Subscribe to Mountain Rose Herbs on YouTube Follow on Instagram Like on Facebook Follow on Pinterest Follow on Twitter Read the Mountain Rose Herbs blog Follow...
2020-10-0307 min
Herbal RadioValerian, Plant Walk with Howie Brounstein and Steven YeagerJoin botanically inclined herbalists Howie Brounstein and Steven Yeager as they venture along on a plant walk through the middle elevation woods of the Western Cascades. In today's episode, you'll learn about the botany of wild valerian (Valeriana sitchensis). This important species is tied deeply to the ecosystems of the meadows of the Cascades, and is beloved by deer, elk, and Oregon's big wild cats. VIEW THE ORIGINAL VIDEO ON YOUTUBE Join our community! Subscribe to the Mountain Rose Herbs newsletter Subscribe to Mountain Rose Herbs on YouTube Follow on...
2020-09-2908 min
Herbal RadioSt. Johns Wort, Plant Walk with Howie Brounstein and Steven YeagerJoin botanically inclined herbalists Howie Brounstein and Steven Yeager as they venture along on a plant walk through the middle elevation woods of the Western Cascades. In today's video they chat a bit about a couple of different St. John's Wort species. You can view the original video of the plant walk on our YouTube channel. Join our community! Subscribe to the Mountain Rose Herbs newsletter Subscribe to Mountain Rose Herbs on YouTube Follow on Instagram Like on Facebook Follow on Pinterest Follow on Twitter Read t...
2020-09-0403 min
Herbal RadioBitters and Digestion with Howie Brounstein and Steven YeagerToday's episode was recorded back in October 2013 at our flagship live event, Free Herbalism Project. Learn all about bitters from herbalists Howie Brounstein and Steven Yeager, co-owners of the Columbines School of Botanical Studies in Eugene, OR. Check out our new bitters line! Join our community! Subscribe to the Mountain Rose Herbs newsletter Subscribe to Mountain Rose Herbs on YouTube Follow on Instagram Like on Facebook Follow on Pinterest Follow on Twitter Read the Mountain Rose Herbs blog Follow on TikTok Str...
2020-07-2425 minHerbRally136 | Motherwort Monograph with Dana AronsonListen in as herbalist Dana Aronson talks all about the beautiful motherwort! Motherwort's latin name, Leonurus cardiaca, is depicted from the Greek word leon (lion), ouros (tail), and cardiaca, giving meaning to the heart. This sheds light to the common name, Lion's Heart. In Europe, the name "motherwort," has a literal meaning of "mother-herb." With both of these names, this gives a small peek into the medical properties of this plant we know as Motherwort. Check out Dana's motherwort monograph! This episode is brought to you by the Breitenbush Herbal Conference.
2019-08-2515 minHerbRally135 | An Herbalist's View of Mental Health with Lindsay KolasaToday on the podcast, herbalist Lindsay Kolasa talks about mental health and her journey with mental health, gut health, supportive herbs, and more. Lindsay Kolasa is a Community Herbalist, Traditional Food Ways Educator, Soul-worker, and Yoga Teacher with a background in print journalism, non-profit management and social service work. She was called to her path by a major health crisis in 2001 which required of her to embark on a healing journey. Her work and her teachings are a distillation of what she has learned along the way. Visit Lindsay online: Madhupa Maypop This...
2019-08-161h 03HerbRally132 | 10 Tips for Becoming an Herbal Clinician with Bevin ClareIn this podcast episode you'll hear from Bevin Clare, M.S., R.H, CNS. She shares her top 10 tips for becoming an herbal clinician. Bevin is an herbalist, nutritionist, professor, and Program Manager of the Master's of Science in Clinical Herbalism at the Maryland University of Integrative Health. She is also a professional member and president of the American Herbalists Guild, and a board member of the United Plant Savers. Enjoy! Learn more about Bevin Clare: https://www.bevinclare.com/ Facebook Instagram Today's episode is brought to you by...
2019-07-2650 minHerbRally130 | Solomon's Seal: So What is it Good For? with Heather IrvineIn today's episode herbalist Heather Irvine gives us an excellent intro to Solomon's seal (Polygonatum biflorum). Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned herbalist, you're sure to have some takeaways, enjoy! Today's episode is brought to you by the Breitenbush Herbal Conference. This event is one of the nation's longest running herbal conference and is an annual gathering for herbalists and healers of all kinds. The next event will take place on September 5 – September 8, 2019 at the Breitenbush Hot Springs in Oregon. It's a couple hours drive from Portland and Eugene, or an hour an...
2019-07-1626 minHerbRally128 | Three Summer Herbs with Jean MadroneIn today's episode we'll hear about three of herbalist Jean Madrone's favorite summer herbs: St. John's Wort, Selfheal, and Yarrow. Enjoy! Jean Madrone is an herbalist, somatic experiencing trauma therapy practitioner, and mama living on Squaxin and Nisqually territory in Olympia, WA. Jean loves matchmaking plants and people. She loves the magic and the sacred in the everyday and the way that the work that she is honored to do can weave the two together. Jean's work is grounded in clinical herbalism, nutrition, elemental constitution and magic, and harm reduction, and is informed by living with disability...
2019-07-0825 min
The Holistic Herbalism PodcastHerbal Smoking Blends & Herbs To Quit SmokingAn herbal smoking blend may not sound like your cup of tea – and it isn’t! – but it’s still an effective method of working with medicinal plants. When smoked, herbs have rapid effects on the lungs and the central nervous system, including antimicrobial, astringent, relaxant, and nervine or anxiety-reducing activities. This traditional practice is still relevant today.But of course, some people need help to quit smoking, not reasons to start! And herbs can help here as well, by reducing cravings and addressing the original reasons one started smoking in the first place. They can also help one...
2019-06-211h 13HerbRally124 | Lobelia: Mischievous & Kind with Heather IrvineToday we'll hear from herbalist and frequent HerbRally contributor Heather Irvine as she goes in-depth on lobelia. Whether you're new to this plant or not, you're sure to learn something! To read the monograph in its entirety: www.herbrally.com/monographs/lobelia Visit Heather online: www.givingtreebotanicals.com Today's episode is brought to you by the Breitenbush Herbal Conference. This event is one of the nation's longest running herbal conference and is an annual gathering for herbalists and healers of all kinds. The next event will take place...
2019-06-1756 minHerbRally123 | The Medicine of Roses with Selena RowanRoses soothe us, enchant us, and inspire us. In today's episode, we'll hear Selena spin stories about the deep healing qualities of rose. About Selena: Hailing from the wild redwood forests of northern California, Selena Rowan has made her home in Portland for the past two years. A western and Ayurvedic trained clinical herbalist balancing a background in biology with a commitment to radical embodiment and reconnection to nature, Selena works to help restore reservoirs of resilience in those she supports. She strives to maintain an anti-oppression and trauma informed perspective, and she heartily welcomes...
2019-05-3042 minHerbRally122 | Jewelweed: Oh snap! with Heather IrvineListen in on today's episode where herbalist Heather Irvine teaches us all about jewelweed…enjoy! Today's episode is brought to you by the Breitenbush Herbal Conference. This event is one of the nation's longest running herbal conference and is an annual gathering for herbalists and healers of all kinds. The next event will take place on September 5 – September 8, 2019 at the Breitenbush Hot Springs in Oregon. It's a couple hours drive from Portland and Eugene, or an hour and half east of Salem. People come from all corners to celebrate and learn from...
2019-05-1414 min
Real Herbalism Radio | Herbalism | Plant Medicine | Botany | Wild CraftingShow 185 Herb Lab Wildcrafting with Candace and SueSpring is in full bloom the Practical Herbalist neck of the woods. Last week’s conversation with Christina Sanchez, founder of Every Leaf Speaks and Howie Brounstein of Columbine School of Botanical Studies reminded us to get out about our own feral harvests. From oyster mushrooms to birch branches to lemon balm leaves, the earth has renewable medicine waiting just outside your door. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-05-0835 minThe Holistic Herbalism PodcastUrban Wildcrafting Ethics & GuidelinesIt’s springtime! The plants are popping up everywhere in their colorful displays. This time of year, we always start to get more questions about wildcrafting and foraging, so we wanted to share some thoughts on the subject in this episode. Living in a city can make gathering your own plants seem more difficult, and there are indeed some special considerations to make if you’re going to harvest wild plants in a city environment. But more important than specific plant knowledge are the urban wildcrafting ethics you bring to the task – and these almost all apply no matter where...
2019-04-261h 30Real Herbalism Radio | Herbalism | Plant Medicine | Botany | Wild CraftingShow 184: Wildcrafting with Howie Brounstein and Christina SanchezWhen the weather is right and the herbs are calling, we herbalists love to get into the wild for a little wildcrafting. What is wildcrafting? It is a common term for for harvesting medicinal and food plants that grow in wild or uncultivated places. Whether you're going into the forest, field or desert, there are a few tips and rules for doing it right. Today, we're talking with Christina Sanchez, founder of Every Leaf Speaks and Howie Brounstein of Columbine School of Botanical Studies about wildcrafting in many environments properly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
2019-04-2354 minHerbRally101 | On Herb Lust with Howie Brounstein"It's easy to harvest plants, the hard part is not harvesting." - Howie Brounstein Today's episode is with herbalist Howie Brounstein the Columbines School of Botanical Studies. This audio is from a Facebook Live that he recorded in November 2018. CLICK HERE for the original video. For more from the Columbines School of Botanical Studies visit:Â botanicalstudies.net The Columbines School of Botanical Studies offers a unique educational program ranging from entry level lectures in community herbalism to a three year program including botany, ecology, wildcrafting, plant pharmacy, physiology, pathophysiology, and clinical h...
2018-12-1230 minHerbRally94 | Herbs For Smoke Relief with Howie Brounstein and Alex QueathemToday's episode is with herbalists Howie Brounstein and Alex Queathem from the Columbines School of Botanical Studies. This audio is from a Facebook Live that they recorded in September of 2017 in response to the wildfire smoke and extremely poor air quality in Oregon. Most of the content starts at about minute 2:30. Thanks to Howie and Alex for sharing this with us! CLICK HERE for the original video. For more from the Columbines School of Botanical Studies visit:Â botanicalstudies.net The Columbines School of Botanical Studies offers a unique educational program ranging f...
2018-11-1926 min
Real Herbalism Radio | Herbalism | Plant Medicine | Botany | Wild CraftingLet's Talk Series: History of Asthma with Howie BrounsteinHerbal Nerd Society member exclusive: The History of Asthma with Howie BrounsteinHerbalist Howie Brounstein discusses the changing view of asthma over the last couple of centuries. He refers to the description of the disease by early teachers of from the Eclectic School from 1800s. The Industrial Revolution made a marketable difference on respiratory disease. Howie compares the treatments described by the Thompsonian herbalists to modern approaches to asthma treatment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-09-2707 minHerbRally67 | Susan Leopold and Howie Brounstein LIVE From the AHG SymposiumListen in on Susan Leopold and Howie Brounstein's fun Facebook Live conversation. This was recorded at the 2017 American Herbalists Guild Symposium in Oregon. Susan Leopold, PhD, is executive director of the medicinal plant conservation non-profit United Plant Savers (UpS). She serves as an advisory board member of American Botanical Council, and a board member of Botanical Dimensions and Center for Sustainable Economy. JOIN UNITED PLANT SAVERS Howie Brounstein has taught botany, herbalism, and wildcrafting extensively for decades, including at such herbal establishments as the Southwest School of Botanical Medicine. He is the co-owner an...
2018-05-0823 minHerbRally58 | A Springtime Audio Postcard from Howie BrounsteinSpring is coming! For more from Howie and the Columbines School of Botanical Studies visit: botanicalstudies.net The Columbines School of Botanical Studies offers a unique educational program ranging from entry level lectures in community herbalism to a three year program including botany, ecology, wildcrafting, plant pharmacy, physiology, pathophysiology, and clinical herbalism. Operating for over three decades, they specialize in field programs where the majority of the classes are outside with the plants for a truly 'hands on' experience. Here is a downloadable PDF version of their most current Course Descriptions. ...
2018-03-3000 minReal Herbalism Radio | Herbalism | Plant Medicine | Botany | Wild CraftingShow 15: An Interview with Howie BrounsteinThe field of herbalism has changed considerably over the past thirty years. Once, aspiring herbalists had few mentors and essentially had to create the path into the herbal lifestyle on their own. Those hardy souls have become the teachers and guides modern herbalists have to thank for reclaiming herbalism as a real medicine for the people. Today, we’re talking with one of herbalism’s elders, Howie Brounstein, co-owner and primary instructor of Columbines School of Botanical Studies, about his path into herbalism and the changes he’s seen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
2015-03-291h 04
Herbal RadioBitters, Digestion, and Oregon GrapeHere's the first episode from our event with herbalists and botanists Howie Brounstein and Steven Yeager. Learn how bitters can help promote healthy digestion in many situations, sing along to That Bloated Feeling, and enjoy their Oregon Grape tips and expertise! This presentation was recorded at the Free Herbalism Project in Eugene, OR. Learn more about the Columbines School of Botanical Studies at BotanicalStudies.net. Thanks for listening! Mountain Rose Herbs www.mountainroseherbs.com Join our community! Subscribe to the Mountain Rose Herbs newsletter S...
2015-01-1025 min
KPFA - The Herbal HighwayThe Herbal Highway – January 31, 2013Join Sarah Holmes as she interviews herbalist Howie Brounstein.
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2013-01-3108 min