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Mentorship, Connection and the Future of Herbal Medicine with Michelle Cose
May 29, 2026
34m 13s
Fertility - The Male Factor with Raul Pastrana
May 8, 2026
36m 10s
A Herbal Dispensary with Deanne Apostolou
Mar 3, 2026
46m 35s
A Herbal Dispensary - Your Way
Feb 4, 2026
42m 33s
Summer Series - Phytomedicine Wisdom from the Masters: Healthy Minds with Dr. Lise Alschuler
Jan 1, 2026
46m 43s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 5/29/26 | Mentorship, Connection and the Future of Herbal Medicine with Michelle Cose | In this episode of Tech Talk by OptimalRx, Andrew Whitfield-Cook sits down with herbalist and naturopath Michelle Cose to explore the power of collaboration within the natural medicine profession. Drawing on more than 30 years of clinical experience, Michelle shares why connection, mentorship and community are essential for both practitioner growth and the future of herbal medicine. Together, they discuss the isolation many practitioners face, the importance of sharing knowledge across genera... | 34m 13s | ||||||
| 5/8/26 | Fertility - The Male Factor with Raul Pastrana | In this episode of Tech Talk with OptimalRx, Andrew Whitfield-Cook chats with naturopath Raul Pastrana about the often-overlooked role of male fertility. Raul Pastrana, a recognised expert in fertility and reproductive health with a strong focus on male fertility. Known for his practical, inclusive approach, Raul combines evidence-based nutrition, herbal medicine, and lifestyle strategies to help individuals and couples optimise their reproductive outcomes, while making complex health topics ... | 36m 10s | ||||||
| 3/3/26 | A Herbal Dispensary with Deanne Apostolou | In this episode of Tech Talk with OptimalRx, Kristin and Julianne continue their Herbal Medicine Dispensary series with an inspiring discussion with medical herbalist, Deanne Apostolou. Deanne’s journey to becoming a medical herbalist and iridologist began over 30 years ago, and her unique experiences and education in the field of herbal medicine has led her to be a fierce advocate for the continued sharing of knowledge and tradition in plant medicine. As such, Deanne was a foundi... | 46m 35s | ||||||
| 2/4/26 | A Herbal Dispensary - Your Way | In this episode of Tech Talk with OptimalRx, Kristin and Julianne discuss the ins and outs of owning your own herbal medicine dispensary; from our Naturopathic and Herbalist roots, to the unique nuances of plant medicine offerings and their individualised prescription, herbal medicine dispensaries offer a manner of prescribing that is unique to our profession. This discussion also covers the main obstacles practitioners may face when choosing to own a dispensary, including cost, how to ... | 42m 33s | ||||||
| 1/1/26 | Summer Series - Phytomedicine Wisdom from the Masters: Healthy Minds with Dr. Lise Alschuler | As our Summer Series of podcasts moves into January 2026, we continue with providing our listeners with the second of Dr. Lise Alschuler’s cognition and mood webinars from 2016, Healthy Minds. In this podcast recording, Dr. Alschuler discusses the use of several phytomedicines that can successfully be utilised to support declining cognition, with a particular focus upon cerebral circulatory stimulants, nootropics, neuroprotectives, anti-inflammatories and antioxidants. Dr. Alschul... | 46m 43s | ||||||
| 11/28/25 | Summer Series - Phytomedicine Wisdom from the Masters: Botanical Management of Anxiety with Dr. Lise Alschuler | In 2016, OptimalRx had the privilege of hosting Dr. Lise Alschuler for two remarkable webinars on the topic of cognition and mood, the first being Botanical Management of Anxiety. In this podcast recording, we have highlighted the herbal medicine component of this first webinar where Dr. Alschuler shares with us her favourite phytomedicines for anxiety, namely Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba), Valerian (Valeriana officinalis), Withania (Withania somnifera)... | 36m 23s | ||||||
| 11/9/25 | Clinical Comparison of the Ginsengs | In this episode of Tech Talk with OptimalRx, Kristin and Julianne discuss the clinical use of different Panax species (American Ginseng, Korean Ginseng, and Tienchi Ginseng) as well as two other important plant adaptogens that are often part of the Ginseng discussion, Siberian Ginseng and Withania. Kristin and Julianne outline the differences in clinical presentations that call for the use of each plant and explain the subtle differences between each patient type and disease/condition p... | 46m 45s | ||||||
| 9/30/25 | Herbal Lymphatics: Part 2, with Kristin Gilmour | In Part 2 of our Herbal Lymphatics podcast, Kristin and Julianne delve into the unique cell type, structure and function of the lymphatic system, and how herbal medicines can be utilised to support lymphatic integrity and activity. Kristin generously provides patient case examples where the addition of herbal lymphatics made a tremendous difference to treatment outcomes, with cases ranging from reproductive, skin, and metabolic health conditions. This podcast highlights the import... | 31m 03s | ||||||
| 9/1/25 | Herbal Lymphatics: Part 1, with Kristin Gilmour | In Part 1 of our Herbal Lymphatics podcast, Julianne interviews Kristin regarding the importance and unique role of herbal lymphatics and lymphagogues. Kristin outlines the significance of this broad and varied group of phytomedicines in maintaining health, particularly in chronic illnesses, and helps the practitioner to understand how to differentiate between these herbal medicines in order to select the most efficacious herb for their individual patient. Kristin provides clear e... | 27m 45s | ||||||
| 7/31/25 | Phytomedicine Wisdom from the Masters – Mary Bove: Botanical Management of Metabolic Syndrome | In 2015 OptimalRx had the privilege of recording some lectures presented by wonderful American Naturopathic doctor, herbalist, and midwife, Mary Bove, who we sadly lost this year. Mary was such an inspiring and passionate advocate for botanical medicine and in remembrance and in honour of her amazing legacy, here are some excerpts from her 2015 lecture, “Botanical Management of Metabolic Syndrome”, where she particularly highlighted the importance of adaptogens for these patients, discu... | 31m 36s | ||||||
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| 7/3/25 | The Five Elements with Janella Purcell | Kristin and Julianne speak with Janella Purcell, a pioneer in Australia’s Health and Wellness industry with over 25 years of clinical experience as a Naturopath, Herbalist and Nutritionist. Janella rose to prominence as a whole-food TV chef on shows like Good Chef Bad Chef, The Biggest Loser, and What’s Good For You, and has since become a sought-after public speaker, retreat facilitator, and healer in private practice. Janella is also the award-winning author of five best-selling books... | 1h 18m 01s | ||||||
| 6/3/25 | Astrology - The Missing Energetic Map of Western Herbalism with Rebecca Holly | Kristin and Julianne speak with Rebecca Holly, a Naturopath, Astrologer, and Green Witch practicing Folk Herbalism in an earth-centred and heart-led way. In this podcast, Rebecca explores some of the language and concepts in Astrological energetics, differentiates Western and Vedic Astrology, and discusses herbal medicine prescribing using Astrology, particularly focusing on the properties of solar herbs and their capacity to act as antidepressants. Rebecca generously shares patie... | 1h 12m 47s | ||||||
| 5/5/25 | Traditional Herbal Prescribing – Incorporating TCM, Ayurveda, and Western Energetics with Dr. Jimi Wollumbin | Kristin and Julianne speak with Dr. Jimi Wollumbin, a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) doctor and a registered medical practitioner with AHPRA, regarding the depth and richness of traditional medicine systems, including TCM, Ayurveda and Western Herbalism. Since completing his TCM internship in Beijing in 2002, Dr. Jimi has pursued extensive research across India, Tibet, Mongolia, Persia, and Siberia, exploring diverse healing traditions and integrating the wisdom of these traditions into h... | 1h 18m 23s | ||||||
| 3/27/25 | Herbal Wisdom Through Seasonal, Lunar, and Menstrual Phases with Amanda Trieger | Kristin and Julianne speak with Amanda Trieger, an experienced Naturopath, Doula and Women’s Health Educator. Amanda has a deep connection to Earth Medicine and cyclical living and in this podcast Kristin and Julianne discuss with Amanda how practitioners, and their patients, can thrive by aligning their lives and businesses with the natural rhythms of the seasons, the moon, and the menstrual cycle. Amanda discusses the use of herbal medicine in promoting both physical and emotion... | 1h 07m 05s | ||||||
| 3/1/25 | Prescribing Medicinal Mushrooms - Part 2 | In this podcast, Kristin and Julianne follow on from last month's Part 1 of Prescribing Medicinal Mushrooms by further discussing how they individually prescribe medicinal mushrooms based on the mushroom's clinical affinities and therapeutic actions. Kristin and Julianne differentiate the use of specific medicinal mushrooms in both cardiometabolic and nervous system/mood patient presentation, as well as provide the key clinical pictures for each of OptimalRx's eleven medicinal mushroom ... | 34m 31s | ||||||
| 1/31/25 | Prescribing Medicinal Mushrooms – Part 1 | In this podcast, Kristin and Julianne discuss the clinical use of medicinal mushrooms with a focus on how the individual mushrooms can be a part of a wider herbal medicine dispensary, the impact of mushroom polysaccharides on the immune system, and how their individual immune nuances lead to efficacious prescribing. To learn more about our medicinal mushrooms and to obtain your free copy of the medicinal mushroom educational resource pack, please log into your OptimalRx account online. ... | 39m 53s | ||||||
| 12/27/24 | Summer Series - Unsung Herbal Heroes: a Clinician’s Perspective on Unique Phytomedicines (Part 2) with Kristin Gilmour and Julianne Grant | In this podcast, Kristin and Julianne delve into four unique phytomedicines, Houttuynia (Houttuynia cordata), Kawakawa (Macropiper excelsum), Magnolia (Magnolia officinalis), and Red Root (Ceanothus americanus). They discuss the characteristic ways in which they dispense these herbs, while also noting research insights to their clinical application. Kawakawa (Macropiper excelsum) - 00:25Magnolia (Magnolia officinalis) - 10:50Red Root (Ceanothus americanus) - 21:32Houttuynia (Houttuynia ... | 46m 23s | ||||||
| 11/29/24 | Summer Series - Unsung Herbal Heroes: a Clinician’s Perspective on Unique Phytomedicines (Part 1) with Kristin Gilmour and Julianne Grant | In this podcast, Kristin and Julianne delve into four unique phytomedicines, Burr Marigold (Bidens species), Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum), Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum), and Kudzu (Pueraria lobata). They discuss the characteristic ways in which they dispense these herbs, while also noting research insights to their clinical application. Timestamps: Burr Marigold (Bidens species) - 1:40Kudzu (Pueraria lobata) - 15:08Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) - 32:17Japanese Knotweed (Polyg... | 1h 00m 52s | ||||||
| 10/16/24 | Male Mental Health Throughout Key Life Stages with James Hancock | Kristin and Julianne speak with James Hancock, an experienced clinical Naturopath and passionate Herbalist, about the diverse mental health challenges that can occur through key life stages in the male patient. James delves into the concept of seven-year vitality cycles and draws upon many traditional and Naturopathic concepts of vitality, resilience and adaptation. Tapping into his extensive clinical experience as a Herbalist and Naturopath, James shares his most valued phytomedi... | 55m 50s | ||||||
| 9/27/24 | Mental Health Through The Menopausal Transition with Rhiannon Hardingham | Kristin and Julianne speak with Rhiannon Hardingham, an experienced Naturopath and educator who has dedicated her Naturopathic practice to supporting the reproductive health of her patients. In this podcast, Rhiannon chats about the unique mental health challenges faced during the menopausal transition, including the significant rise in cases of depression, suicide and cognitive issues, and provides the listeners with an insight into navigating these changes within mood and neurological... | 29m 02s | ||||||
| 8/30/24 | Mental Health Through Adolescence with Sheryl Sivell | Kristin and Julianne speak with Sheryl Sivell, an experienced Naturopath who has been in full time family Naturopathic clinical practice for 32 years. In this podcast, Sheryl chats about the unique mental health challenges faced by adolescents, including anxiety, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI), and draws on her wealth of knowledge and hands on experience to help practitioners successfu... | 54m 22s | ||||||
| 8/1/24 | Phytomedicine Wisdom from the Masters - Assoc. Prof. Bevin Clare: North American Botanicals | Associate Professor Bevin Clare has dedicated her life to plants. Bevin has studied herbal medicine around the world, blending her knowledge of traditional uses of plants with modern science and contemporary healthcare strategies. Several years ago, OptimalRx had the privilege of interviewing Bevin around her clinical knowledge and passion for herbal medicine, and in this podcast episode they share excerpts from a lecture she recorded in 2014. This episode goes back through the Materia Medica... | 42m 52s | ||||||
| 6/28/24 | Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and Addiction with Alisa Asano | Kristin and Julianne speak with Alisa Asano, a Naturopath, Nutritionist and Counsellor, who specialises in supporting individuals with PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) and addiction. Alisa draws on her unique qualifications and clinical experience with this patient population, sharing her holistic approach in supporting patients with PMDD and discussing the significant link between PMDD and alcohol consumption. This podcast also delves into the beneficial impact of herbal medicine... | 32m 18s | ||||||
| 5/31/24 | Managing Addictions with Prof. Eric Yarnell | Kristin and Julianne welcome back Prof. Eric Yarnell to the podcast, an experienced Naturopathic Doctor from the United States of America. Eric brings his wealth of knowledge and clinical experience in the realm of addictions, particularly focusing on how natural medicine practitioners can best manage and support patients with different types of addiction. This podcast delves into some specific addictive substances, including opioids, benzodiazepines, alcohol, and nicotine, as well as the ben... | 28m 14s | ||||||
| 5/1/24 | The Biochemical Foundations for Addiction and Recovery with Christina Veselak | Join Julianne and Kristin as they interview Christina Veselak, a licensed Psychotherapist and addiction recovery/relapse prevention specialist from the United States of America. Christina has specialised in addiction recovery for over 40 years and has a vast range of experience and training in supporting the emotional, social and spiritual components of recovery, including her expertise as a mental health nutritionist and training in Western Herbal Medicine. This podcast delves in... | 48m 57s | ||||||
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