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Herb Mentor Radio

Herb Mentor Radio

Hosted by: LearningHerbs.com

Welcome to Herb Mentor Radio, your go-to herbal podcast for exploring the transformative world of herbs and herbal medicine, brought to you by LearningHerbs. Join hosts John Gallagher and Tara Ruth as they interview...

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Herb Notes: Mullein’s Miracles - From Dry Coughs to Ear Aches

I saw mullein (Verbascum spp.) growing all around me for years before I knew its name, let alone its many healing gifts. Now when I see mullein growing upwards of 7 feet tall by sidewalks and trailsides alike, I smile...
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Jiling Lin: Understanding the Five Elements

I have been waiting for years to get to dive deep into the Five Elements on HerbMentor Radio, so it was a special treat when Jiling Lin stopped by to chat with us about the principles of Five Elements. Jiling Lin is a...
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Herb Notes: The Benefits of Linden

With its heart shaped leaves and fragrant flowers, linden (Tilia spp. and aka lime tree) is a beautiful tree often found on city blocks. While most people value linden trees for their beauty and shade, herbalists know...
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Christopher Hobbs: Demystifying Medicinal Mushrooms

Christopher Hobbs is a world-renowned, fourth-generation herbalist, licensed acupuncturist, and mycologist with a passion for medicinal mushrooms. He’s also a prolific author, and his most recent book is Christopher...
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Herb Notes: Lemon Balm—Real Aroma-Therapy and Essential Benefits

When life gives you lemon balm, you're in luck! With its uplifting citrusy scent, lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) certainly is a balm for the soul. Beloved by herbalists and pollinators alike, this abundant plants...
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Chamomile, Herbs for Hair Growth, and Garden Companion Planting

John and Tara answer some hairy herbal questions today. Since LearningHerbs' began twenty years ago, we've gotten so many incredible questions about herbal medicine from our community, and we're excited to discuss a...
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Herb Notes: The Heart of Hawthorn

Let's get to the heart of the matter, shall we? When it comes to hawthorn, the first thing herbalists tend to think about is the organ that pumps blood throughout our bodies: the heart. And while hawthorn can be a...
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John & Tara: Herbs for Spring

Spring is (finally) here! With this season of new growth and warmer days, comes the opportunity to connect with all the plants freshly sprouting up around us.In your neighborhood you might notice "weeds" like...
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Herb Notes: Going Beyond Chamomile Tea with 3 Key Benefits

Episode #111

As one of the most popular herbal teas in the world, this calming herb has managed to find a special place in many of our hearts — and our supermarkets! Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is a gentle herb that is most...
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Maria Christodoulou: Celebrating Greek Herbalism

Episode #110

Maria Christodoulou had been living in New York City for years when she decided it was finally time to move to Greece and dive more fully into the wisdom and whimsy of ancient Greek herbal medicine. This journey took...
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Herb Notes: Echinacea, Three Benefits and One Caution

Episode #109

Oh echinacea, how I love thee! This beautiful plant, also known as purple coneflower, not only supports pollinators with its abundant blooms but also offers many benefits for us humans too. Echinacea (Echinacea...
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Anna Rósa Grasalæknir: Herbalism for Refugees

Episode #108

Anna Rósa Grasalæknir had been following the refugee crisis in Iraq for quite some time when she started to wonder, "Would the refugee women in these camps like to take herbal classes?" This question kickstarted a...
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