Herb Mentor Radio

On October 25th our dear friend Rosalee de la Forêt hosted an online memorial to honor our co-founder John Gallagher's life and legacy. Rosalee brought together people from all different eras of John's life to share their stories about John and what he brought to this world. It was such a beautiful event that we wanted to share the recording here in case you weren't able to join us live. We're so grateful to everyone who contributed to putting this memorial together and to everyone who is part of our herbal learning community.

Oats (Avena sativa) are more than just a tasty breakfast cereal. This nutrient-dense plant is a gentle yet powerful tonic for the nervous system. Want to learn more about the healing gifts of oats? Follow along with herbalist Tara Ruth to learn about 3 benefits and key contraindications of oats. And after learning these 3 benefits of oats you might be wondering how you can learn more about other common herbs. Here’s the easy way to learn more about our favorite common herbs: download a FREE deck of our top 12 Herb Notes. You’ll learn all about popular herbs like catnip, aloe, elderberry, and more. Get your FREE Herb Notes printable flashcards here: https://herbnotes.cards/  

Let’s be honest: when many herbalists hear the word marketing, they cringe. It can feel out of sync with the heart-centered work of healing. But what if marketing could actually be a sacred tool: one that helps your message and your medicine reach more people? In this episode, herbalist and marketing expert Jules Benefico shares simple, soulful ways to help you grow your herbal business with integrity and heart. Jules is a clinical Western Herbalist and founder of Boss Witch Botanicals, where she offers clinical mentorship and courses for herbalists and healers. She also works in Marketing Communications at Traditional Medicinals, blending her marketing expertise with her passion for plant medicine. In our conversation, Jules shares... Simple tips for marketing your herbal business Common marketing mistakes that small business owners make Why astrology and the plants are intimately linked And so much more! You can learn more about Jules Benefico here and check out her podcast, The Herbal Astrology Podcast here.  Are you ready to take your herbal learning to the next level? Sounds like it’s time to check out HerbMentor! HerbMentor offers a wide variety of rich herbal content — including an in-depth course on food as medicine — that gives you the opportunity to choose your own herbal adventure, take your time, and connect with other herbal learners and experts whenever you login. You can join HerbMentor for just $1 to see if it’s part of your own herbal path. Get a special offer on HerbMentor at https://HerbMentorRadio.com Are you just starting to make herbal remedies? Build your natural first aid kid with our free Herbal Preparation Cards: https://Herbal.Cards

Burdock grows abundantly as a “weed” along pathways and roadsides, but don’t let the everyday nature of this plant fool you: burdock, like so many prolific medicinal plants, offers many healing gifts. Want to learn more about the healing gifts of burdock root? Follow along with herbalist Tara Ruth to learn about 3 benefits and key contraindications of burdock. And after learning these 3 benefits of burdock you might be wondering how you can learn more about other common herbs. Here’s the easy way to learn more about our favorite common herbs: download a FREE deck of our top 12 Herb Notes. You’ll learn all about popular herbs like catnip, aloe, elderberry, and more. Get your FREE Herb Notes printable flashcards here: https://herbnotes.cards/

Roses (Rosa spp.) offer a bounty of healing gifts through their fragrant flowers and nutrient-dense fruits. Rosehips are chockfull of vitamin C: making them an incredibly supportive herbal ally. Want to learn more about the healing gifts of rosehips? Follow along with herbalist Tara Ruth to learn about 3 benefits and key contraindications of rosehips. And after learning these 3 benefits of rosehips you might be wondering how you can learn more about other common herbs. Here’s the easy way to learn more about our favorite common herbs: download a FREE deck of our top 12 Herb Notes. You’ll learn all about popular herbs like catnip, aloe, elderberry, and more. Get your FREE Herb Notes printable flashcards here: https://herbnotes.cards/

Kimberly Gallagher, co-founder and CEO of LearningHerbs, brings her decades of herbal wisdom to the discussion. She shares her go-to herbs for seasonal changes like chai and elderberry, and how she uses nourishing infusions for daily health. Delving into her plant journey, Kimberly recounts her experiences with gardening and the community-building power of plants. She also reveals future dreams for LearningHerbs and how games and stories can help deepen connections with nature.

Oregano is more than just a kitchen staple; it offers impressive health benefits! Discover how it aids digestion, soothes cold and flu symptoms, and possesses antimicrobial properties. Learn why oregano tea can be your best friend for sore throats and sinus congestion. However, beware of concentrated forms, especially during pregnancy. With insights from herbalist Tara Ruth, this is a must-listen for anyone curious about this powerful herb and its uses!

Seraphina Capranos, a homeopath and one of Canada's leading herbalists, shares her wisdom gained from over two decades in clinical practice. She discusses the intriguing science and magic of herbal healing, emphasizing that each plant has a unique personality. Listeners will be captivated by how to start their herbal journey, the significance of the Wheel of the Year, and the special healing properties of mugwort. Seraphina encourages embracing the deep connection to nature and the importance of integrating ancestral knowledge with modern practices.

Comfrey (Symphytum officinale or "common comfrey") is a prolific plant that has an infamously mixed reputation as an incredible healing herb and potentially risky herbal ally. We'll get into all of this in the comfrey Herb Note. Want to learn more about the healing gifts of comfrey? Follow along with herbalist Tara Ruth to learn about 3 benefits and key contraindications of comfrey. And after learning these 3 benefits of comfrey, you might be wondering how you can learn more about other common herbs. Here’s the easy way to learn more about our favorite common herbs: download a FREE deck of our top 12 Herb Notes. You’ll learn all about popular herbs like catnip, aloe, elderberry, and more. Get your FREE Herb Notes printable flashcards here: https://herbnotes.cards/.  

We begin this episode with the heartbreaking news that our beloved HerbMentor Radio co-host, John Gallagher, passed away in June. John was a visionary who dedicated his life to helping people connect with nature. He believed in making herbal learning accessible, creative, and empowering—and he touched countless lives through his work. We will honor John and his life's work by keeping LearningHerbs and HerbMentor up and running. As we do, John's spirit and values will remain at the heart of LearningHerbs. Prior to John's passing, we recorded this interview with Rebecca Fils-Aime. Rebecca pairs beautiful herbal stories with her background in public health to bring a holistic perspective to studying plants. We know John would have loved this interview, and we are honored to share this episode with you as we continue John's legacy of accessible herbal learning. Rebecca is a community herbalist, socio-behavioral scientist, and a certified health and wellness coach. Her mission is to educate about plants that originate in or are commonly used across the African diaspora. She has a passion for using herbs in food as medicine, seasonal living, and accessible, bioregional herbalism. In our conversation, Rebecca shares... How to practice bioregional herbalism How to work with hibiscus for skin care The gifts of lemongrass Herbs and rituals for summertime And so much more! You can learn more about Rebecca Fils-Aime here.   Are you ready to take your herbal learning to the next level? HerbMentor offers a wide variety of rich herbal content that gives you the opportunity to choose your own herbal adventure. Courses, trusted resources and a supportive community. HerbMentor is a trusted herbal learning space that grows with you. You can try HerbMentor for just $1 to see if it’s part of your own herbal path.  Get a special offer on HerbMentor at https://HerbMentorRadio.com Are you just starting to make herbal remedies? Build your natural first aid kid with our free Herbal Preparation Cards: https://Herbal.Cards