It was such a pleasure to have KhadiYah Preciado on the podcast - her curiosity about the plant world and its many gifts is inspiring, and it was just delightful to hear about her love for chickweed and the ways that she works with this abundant springtime herb!  One of the many ways that KhadiYah works with chickweed is in her Itch Relief Oil – a fantastic medicine to make in the spring, when chickweed is abundant, in anticipation of the inevitable mosquito bites of summer! You can download your beautifully-illustrated recipe card here: https://bit.ly/3FyWA4F By the end of this episode ..read more

It was such a joy to meet Dr. Ryan Shepherd! In our conversation, we dove into the many benefits of licorice root, which is one of the most frequently worked-with plants in herbal medicine, thanks to its wide use in Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas. Ryan also shared about his herbal journey from London to China to Texas – a story that is perhaps as varied and unique as licorice itself! In addition to discussing the medicinal benefits of licorice root, Ryan showed just how versatile this herb is by including it in his mouth-watering recipe for Qi-Boosting Chicken. (I can’t wait to give thi ..read more

It’s always an honor to connect with EagleSong, and this conversation was no exception. She has such a deep and dynamic presence in the herbal world, and I knew our conversation would be rich with wisdom and insight. We talked about the interconnectedness of people, plants, the earth, and human history—big, beautiful themes that EagleSong brings to life through her stories and experiences. We also spent time with one of my favorite plant allies, hawthorn. But rather than just listing its herbal benefits, EagleSong shared how she’s worked with this sacred plant for decades, offering a perspecti ..read more

Sometimes, I have a pretty good idea what guests on the podcast are going to talk about.  But going in to this conversation with Carin Fortin, I wasn’t sure what to expect - I knew very little about Carin and even less about her chosen herb, ashitaba (Angelica keiskei)!  At first I thought this plant would be similar to angelica (Angelica archangelica) or even dong quai (Angelica sinensis).  But no! Ashitaba is an amazing herb with its own unique gifts.  It was fascinating to hear all that Carin had to say about this versatile, strengthening herb, and the connections she ma ..read more

Where do your herbs really come from? What happens before they land in your tea cup, tincture bottle, or spice jar? The journey from seed to shelf is full of twists and turns, and the choices we make as herbalists and consumers can shape that journey in meaningful ways. In this episode, I’m talking with Ann Armbrecht, the author of Following the Herbal Harvest. Ann has spent years exploring the global herbal supply chain, and she’s sharing four essential questions to ask before buying herbs—questions that can help you make more informed, ethical, and high-quality choices. And because Ann is wo ..read more

When Tim Scott’s book, Invasive Plant Medicine, came out in 2010, it was an instant favorite of mine. In fact, it still influences the way I view plants and the natural world!  I was so delighted to finally have the chance to interview Tim, and our conversation touched on many important threads from the book – from the question “what is native” to some of the actual benefits of invasive plants, and so much more. Tim also discussed a plant that inspires anger in many of the places it has taken hold: Japanese knotweed.  Yet there is much to love about this much-maligned plant! Tim shar ..read more

I’m a big fan of behind-the-scenes stories – apparently, even, when it comes to my own podcast and school!  While I might be the face of Herbs with Rosalee, it’s important to me that you know about the amazing team that works to support everything we do here.   In today’s episode, I had a delightful conversation with Emilie Thomas-Anderson, who serves as the project manager for this podcast.  Emilie not only shared all about what goes into the podcast production from start to finish, but also discussed her love of black walnut and her family’s annual traditions around this ..read more

Register for our free webinar, “Avoid Common Herbal Pitfalls So You Can Make Remedies That Heal,” by visiting http://www.herbalminicourse.com/.   In this webinar, my co-teacher Emily Han and I  will be diving into the most common mistakes people make when working with herbs (as well as how to avoid them). You’ll also get access to our free Rooted Medicine Circle mini course when you register.  But don’t delay, the webinar and mini course are only open for a short time! For all the details about the free webinar and mini course, be sure to tune in to the whole episode!  ..read more

Where are you in your herbal learning journey? Where would you like to go? What steps will you take to get there? These are all questions I’ve asked myself many times over the years, and reflecting upon the answers has helped to guide me to where I am today. Last year, one of the answers that jumped out at me was: go back to herbal school! This may seem a little silly or strange – after all, I already have years of study behind me and even have my own herbal school. So why would I go back to school?  Well, there are several reasons, and you’ll hear all about it in this week’s episode. By ..read more

Ashwagandha is one of the most revered herbs in the Ayurvedic tradition, and it’s easy to see why!  This amazing herb can be a wonderful ally if you’re struggling with sleep issues, anxiety, and stress – and even if you’re not.  It’s a wonderfully grounding and rejuvenative herb that, when taken at the right dose, can support your health in so many ways.  (However, it is worth noting that ashwagandha can have some side effects and isn’t for everyone - so be sure to tune in to learn about whether it’s the right herb for you!) I love to work with ashwagandha, and one of my favorit ..read more