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#22 Normalizing foraging with Liam O'Brien
Apr 7, 2026
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#21 The Wild Transformation: from gut health to cultural roots
Feb 26, 2026
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#20 Foraging, herbalism and folk medicine in Croatia
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| 4/7/26 |  #22 Normalizing foraging with Liam O'Brien | Recorded at the 10th-anniversary meetup of the Association Of Foragers, in part 2 of this 3-part series, host Lieve Galle talks with Liam O'Brien. Liam is a UK-based foraging teacher, mushroom hunter, and wild food enthusiast specializing in educational walks and workshops focused on foraging, wildlife, and sustainable wild food.Listen to their inspiring conversationAbout how moving to another part of the world and experiencing new things like snow as an adult makes you feel like a little kid again.About reviving ceremonies and traditions to reconnect with nature and heal our society. About foraging as an antidote for consumerism and doomscrolling. About getting a dopamine hit from hunter-gatherer behavior. About why being neurodivergent is an advantage when foraging. About learning by doing, playing and teaching, normalizing foraging and our hopes for foraging in the next decades. And lots more. Follow The Association Of Foragers on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/association_of_foragers/ Or find more information here: https://foragers-association.org/ Discover more about Liam and his work, and follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkingpaceonly/ Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 2/26/26 |  #21 The Wild Transformation: from gut health to cultural roots | Recorded at the 10th-anniversary meetup of the Association Of Foragers, host Lieve Galle sits down with a diverse panel of wild food experts: Fern Freud, Richard Mawby, Nic Roams, Łukasz Łuczaj, and Monica Wilde. This special episode explores the profound physical and mental shifts that happen when we return to wild spaces. We dive into the hard science of the Wild Biome Project, revealing how our gut bacteria actually adapts to process wild plants. The conversation also unpacks the cultural phenomenon of "herbophobia" (the fear of eating wild greens), the emotional toll of media backlash against foragers, and the powerful necessity of finding a supportive, non-competitive "tribe". Whether you are a professional herbalist, a passionate weekend forager, or someone who simply feels crushed by the expectations of modern society, this episode offers a deep sigh of relief. You will hear fascinating historical and scientific insights, while also discovering why simply spending time in nature is the ultimate antidote to a disconnected world. Listen in to find out why foraging isn't just about picking food, it's about reclaiming an ancient birthright and falling back in love with the land.Follow The Association Of Foragers on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/association_of_foragers/Or find more information here: https://foragers-association.org/ In this episode you heard: Fern Freud https://www.instagram.com/foraged.by.fern/Nic Roams https://www.instagram.com/nicroams/ Łukasz Łuczaj https://www.instagram.com/thewildfood/ Richard Mawby https://www.instagram.com/foragefrolics/Monica Wilde https://www.instagram.com/monicawilde/ Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 1/20/26 |  #20 Foraging, herbalism and folk medicine in Croatia | Gabrijela Vrbetić is the passionate founder of "It Is Gaby's Garden" where she hosts wild plant workshops and sells products made with freshly foraged herbs. She's also a proud member of the Croation Botanical Society. Growing up in a farming family, with an uncle who was a sailor, she developed a deep love for nature and traditional herbal medicine from a young age. Join is in this wonderful conversation. About her unique approach to foraging. About witchcraft and herbal medicine in the Balkan region. About the legal framework for foraging and practicing herbal medicine in Croatia. About foraging in real life compared to what you see on social media. About the grey area in toxicity of plants and toxic plant stories. And lots more.You can find out more about Gaby and her work on the website: https://itisgabysgarden.com/ Or follow Gaby on Instagram @itisgabysgarden Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 12/16/25 |  #19 Herbalism in Greece with Eleni Bourou | Eleni Bourou is a pharmacist, herbalist, and plant storyteller from Greece. Her work moves between the clinical and the intuïtive, the ancestral and the contemporary. For the past 15 years Eleni has cultivated a unique practice in foraging, transforming plants into remedies, and creating experiences that guide people back to their bodies and to the land. Join us in this lively conversation.About the added value of having a background in both pharmacy and herbalism. About the intimacy of foraging and building a relationship with plants. About how important it is to share knowledge and talk to people, the basic botanical knowledge of the Greeks, and where to go for formal herbal education in Greece. About the black and white thinking about toxicity of plants. About how alternative medicine is actually traditional medicine. About the legal framework around practicing herbalism in Greece, and quality control on herbal products. About Eleni's hopes and dreams for foraging in Europe and te consequences of climate change. And lots more.You can follow Eleni on Instagram @officinalis.drogeriii Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 10/14/25 |  #18 Remembering to trust the herbs with Columbia Hillen | Columbia Hillen is a herbalist whose journey bridges the ancient herbal traditions of Romania and the wild rich landscapes of Ireland. She's the founder of Anamcara Healing Herbs Garden in Donegal. She grew up in Transylvania where herbs and spices are traditionally important in both food and medicine, and is now on a mission in Ireland to help people rediscover and trust all that is around them, and teach them that medicine starts with food. We hope to inspire you too with this tasty conversation.About how Columbia's grandmother never used medicine, only herbal teas.About how moving to Ireland and getting to know Nikki Darrell opened a new world for her. (Nikki was a guest on episode 12)About getting people to trust herbs again and how medicine starts with food. About Romanian folk traditions and herbal remedies vs modern medicine, and how that is opposite to Belgium and Ireland.About plants growing where they are needed. About challenges and opportunities for herbalism in Europe. About how also being a photographer influences how she looks at plants. And lots more.You can find out more about Columbia and her work on these websites: Her herbalist website: https://www.anamcarahealingherbs.com/Her writing retreat website: https://www.irelandwritingretreat.com/Her photography website: https://www.columbiahillenphotography.com/ Or follow her on Instagram @anamcaraherbalgarden or Facebook. Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 9/16/25 |  #17 Being a herbalist in Portugal with Rita Roquette | Rita Roquette is the founder of Bloom Sativum, a botanical initiative in Portugal that bridges traditional herbal knowledge with contemporary practice. With a deep passion for plant medicine, Rita cultivates, crafts, educates, and helps you to embrace your wild side. Join us in celebrating the healing power of herbs in this wonderful conversation.About growing up as a city girl but spending weekends and holidays in rural Portugal. About agroforestry, regenerative agriculture, and working with the different ecosystems in the garden and on the farm.About the general herbal knowledge in Portugal and the ongoing little rituals in daily life. About how people in Portugal are connected to plants through family names and place names. About folk herbalism and herbal education. About the future of herbalism in Portugal, and how more popularity comes with more restrictions. About Rita's favourite local plants to work with. And lots more.You can find out more about Rita and her work on https://bloomsativum.wixsite.com/bloom-sativum Or follow her on Instagram @bloomsativum Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 8/19/25 |  #16 The healing power of nature with Dave Achula | Dave Achula is a Dutch herbalist and educator with Ugandan roots. He guides people on medicine walks, teaches the art and craft of herbal medicine, and hosts sacred ceremonies. Everything he does is rooted in the wisdom of ancestral traditions and informed by modern science, with emphasis not only on the medical properties of plants but also the relationships we cultivate with them. We hope you will feel encouraged to (re)connect with the earth and with yourself through this conversation.About how Dave's journey into herbalism began.About feeling a strong connection with the earth and the natural process of transformation, and coming back to yourself.About having a holistic approach to plant medicine.About combining Eastern, Western and African herbal medicine practices and traditions.About why you should connect with plants one by one instead of all at once.About the time he spent with the Khoi tribe in South Africa and how that influenced his work.About the comeback of natural medicine within different cultures around the world.About how we can decolonize the botanical world in a constructive way, and how plants are a great way to learn about history. About the challenges Dave sees for herbalism in the next 10 to 20 years. And lots more.You can find out more about Dave and his work on https://www.achula.com/ Or follow him on Instagram @achula__ Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 7/22/25 |  #15 Herbal remedies in Austria and Germany with Gabriele Resch | Gabriele Resch is a mother of 5 now adult children, and a health trainer with a big passion for herbs and natural living. She learned from her mother, from courses and from books, and loves to pass on her knowledge to younger generations. She taught me a thing or two in this conversation. About how she uses herbs in vegan cooking, juices and smoothies, and the combinations she makes. About the way she sees the role of plants and herbs in holistic and natural health care.About the popularity of Reverend Kneipp, and historical women like Hildegarde von Bingen and Maria Treben.About the use of herbs for poultices and baths, with easy tips to try this at home. About the state of basic botanical knowledge in Austria and Germany and the growing interest with the younger generation. About herbal education and practicing medical herbalism as a 'heilpraktiker' in Germany.About where she finds or buys good quality herbs, and the one herb that everyone should have in their garden. (spoiler alert: there's a whole list) About the different flora and biodiversity in the mountains. About how she sees herbal medicine evolving in Europe. And lots more.You can find all information about the Fruit Festival / Festival Frischer Früchte on the website: https://festivalfrischerfruechte.at/ There will be two more events this year:Bad Gastein, Austria, 08.-14.09.2025 - in both languages English and GermanTurkey, Dalaman, Dalyan, 22.-29.10.2025 - in both languages English and German Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 6/24/25 |  #14 Discovering plant based foraging cuisine with Peter 'Chippy' Grant | Peter "Chippy" Grant is a wild vegan chef with Slavic roots, based in the UK. He's known for his creative approach to plant based foraging cuisine, turning overlooked ingredients into culinary magic. He has more than a decade of experience as a vegan caterer and loves experimenting with local and seasonal food. Grab yourself a wild healthy snack, because you will get hungry listening to this delicious conversation. About going on foraging treasure hunts as a child when visiting his grandparents in Slovakia. About why foragers should not be blamed for the wrong-doing of the industrial system.About seasonal and local being about more than meat and dairy.About the differences and similarities between the Slovak landscape and the British and the impact of communism on biodiversity. About how people respond to wild vegan cuisine when he caters events or retreats.About where he gets his inspiration, apart from nature. About our economic model of scarcity versus abundance in nature and the need for rewilding. About nettles and dandelions and why they should be introduced in every kitchen.And lots more.You can find more information about Chippy and his amazing cuisine on Instagram or Facebook. https://www.instagram.com/thegathererwild/https://www.facebook.com/theGathererWild/ These are the books that are mentioned in this episode. All worth a read! The Wilderniss Cure by Monica (Mo) WildeHedgerow Medicine seriesEntangled Life by Merlin SheldrakeMyceleum Running by Paul Stamets Episode cover photo by https://www.instagram.com/aniellaweinberger/ Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 5/27/25 |  #13 Traditional herbal wisdom in Cyprus with Miranda Tringis | Miranda Tringis is a pioneering herbalist with a passion for mediterranean herbs, sustainability and traditional herbal wisdom. She moved from The Netherlands to Cyprus at the age of 19 and evolved from intuitively playing with dandelions as a child to studying herbalism and creating a unique place in Cyprus where she blends education, wellness and ecotourism and where people can reconnect with nature. She shares her story in this warm and sunny conversation.About how the failing of conventional medicine got her interested in herbal medicine and how years of experimenting lead to a degree as a herbalist.About where the idea for a botanical park came from, how it all started, and typical visitors.About how a garden is a living organism that has the ability to heal. About the different seasons in Cyprus and the short timeframe for foraging.About herbal teas and tinctures. About herbalism schools and the legal framework for herbalists in Cyprus.About how the sunshine and the soil make for extremely aromatic plants and Miranda's favorite Cypriot herbs. About the economy of nature and how the continuing of traditions also depends on market demand. And lots more.You can find more information about Miranda and the Cyherbia Botanical Park & Labyrinth here: https://www.cyherbia.com/ You can also follow her on Instagram: @cyherbia Or find her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CyHerbia Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
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| 4/29/25 |  #12 Herbalism in Ireland with Nikki Darrell | Nikki Darrell is not only an experienced herbalist, she's also a passionate advocate for the deep relationship between plants and people, the author of the book "Conversations with Plants", and the founder of The Plant Medicine School, where she trains the next generation of herbalists.In this episode we dive into the landscape of herbalism in Ireland and explore the wisdom of plants and how we can reconnect with nature through herbal medicine. Join us in this inspiring conversation.About finding her own way from her grandmother's herb garden and her father's vegetable garden to studying horticultural science and herbal medicine.About plant intelligence, plant neurobiology, and plant consciousness. About the healing effects of building relationships with local plants.About how ordinary plants and herbs are not ordinary at all.About the value of information flowing between herbalists in Europe and between different generations. About how the respect for fairy trees and elder trees is deeply rooted in Irish culture.About the legal framework for herbalism in Ireland.About The Plant Medicine School and how it evolved.About the influence of climate change on the seasons and the plants.And lots more.You can find more information about Nikki and The Plant Medicine School here: https://theplantmedicineschool.squarespace.com/You can also follow her on Instagram: @plantmedicineschoolOr find her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePlantMedicineSchool Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 4/1/25 |  #11 Foraging, farming, and culinary creativity with Swiss chef Rebecca Clopath | Rebecca Clopath is an acclaimed chef from Switzerland, known for her innovative approach to sustainable gastronomy. She combines foraging, farming, and culinary creativity to create dishes that not only tell a story but also honour the land where they come from. Let us inspire you to rethink your relationship with food and nature with this delicious conversation. About her deep connection to local terroir and nature.About a mindful eating philosophy that goes far beyond the plate. About slow learning and getting to know all about 2 or 3 plants each year. About the catch 22 of nature preservation in Belgium. About discovering exotic flavours in local ingredients and the plants that have surprised Rebecca when creating dishes.About the challenges and advantages of foraging in the Swiss mountains.And lots more.You can find more information about Rebecca and her culinary adventures here: https://rebecca-clopath.ch/ You can also follow her on Instagram: @rebeccaclopath Or connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-clopath/ Photos of Rebecca by Claudia Link Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 3/4/25 |  #10 Herbs and chronic illness with Anita Wasik | Anita Wasik is a Polish medical herbalist and biomedical scientist, based in Finland.She specialises in chronic illness, with areas of focus including environmental illness, digestive problems, hormonal disbalance, pain and fatigue, and mental health problems such as anxiety and depression. Always with a personal and holistic approach. And it all started with being chronically ill herself, as she will tell you in this inspiring conversation.About how herbs were always a part of her life and childhood memories of her grandparents using them as first aid.About her career path from medical science to herbal medicine.About the traditional Polish herbal practices that influenced her and how Polish folk medicine blends herbalism and spirituality.About the need for more scientific research into herbs and plants.About the different political and legal approach to herbal medicine in Western and Eastern EU-countries, and more specifically the differences between Poland and Finland.About the importance of observing and listening to get to the root cause of chronic illness. About the process of healing and not providing quick fixes. And lots more.You can find more information about Anita and her work here: https://www.anitawasik.com/ Or you can follow her on Instagram: @dranitawasik Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 2/4/25 |  #9 Herbalism in France with Christophe Bernard | Christophe Bernard is a renowned French herbalist, the founder of Althea Provence online herborist school, and an advocate for the legalisation and recognition of herbalism in France. He has decades of experience in herbal medicine, and a deep passion for foraging and natural healing. Enjoy our very inspiring and a little bit rebellious conversation. About his move from computer programming to herbalism.About the historical role of the herbalist in French pharmacies and the war between pharmacists and herbalists. About naturopaths paving the way for medical herbalists. About the need to be a rebel as a herbalist in France and Belgium. About preserving the rich herbal traditions for future generations and Christophe's advice for young people starting out as a medical herbalist.About how we see the future or herbalism in Europe. And lots more.You can find more information about Christophe and Althea Provence here: https://www.altheaprovence.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/ChristopheBERNARD-altheaprovence (both in French) Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 11/12/24 |  #8 Herb women in Bulgaria with Annelies Buggenhout & Lora Moiree | Lora Moiree is a practitioner of green magic and occult botany, she's Bulgarian and was always drawn to plants and felt guided by nature spirits all her life.Annelies Buggenhout is a permaculture teacher and a forager, she's Belgian and her history with plants and herbs is more recent, it all started when she moved to Bulgaria about 10 years ago. Two different stories, but what they have in common is they love nature, just like you and me. Enjoy our talk in this podcast episode! About how Annelies experienced an eco-awakening while living in the forest for the first few months after arriving in Bulgaria.About how Lora received all her knowledge of plants and herbs from nature spirits.About the different perceptions Lora and Annelies have, one being native Bulgarian and the other being a Belgian immigrant. About how civilisation has taken away the magic of nature.About typical Bulgarian herbal traditions and how their Pagan roots are strongly preserved.About the relationship between humans and nature spirits and how plants changed the relationship both women have with themselves.About the freedom to forage in Bulgaria without any legal framework.And lots more.You can find more information about Annelies here: https://www.monadmindfoundation.org/ Or follow her on Instagram @monad_mindLora can be found on Instagram @moiree.flower.magick and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Moiree.flower.magick We mention the books of Stephen Harrod Buhner, they are a must read if you are a plant person. https://www.stephenharrodbuhner.com/books/ Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 10/1/24 |  #7 Herbalism in Finland with Henriette Kress | Henriette Kress is a very experienced herbalist from Finland. Her website is a landmark in the field of herbalism, and she's also the author of several books on herbalism. It was an absolute pleasure to talk to her, so I hope you also enjoy listening to our conversation. About how she was introduces to herbs by her grandmother.About going to the US to study herbalism at the Southwest School of Botanical Medicine in Arizona and how that made everything fall into place.About herbalism in Finland and the most significant plants and herbs in Finnish herbalism.About local traditions involving plants.About which herbal preparations are most common in Finland.About the ginger shots hype, the tea tree oil craze and other herbal trends.About the legal framework around herbalism in Finland.About debunking herbal myths and the danger of herbal books written by AI.And lots more.You can find more information about Henriette and her work on the website:https://www.henriettes-herb.com/ Make sure to check it out, because It's one of the oldest and largest herbal medicine sites on the internet. It's been online since 1995. Henriette also wrote two books: Practical Herbs 1 and Practical Herbs 2 Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 9/3/24 |  #6 Regenerative herbalism in Poland with Lyra Alves | Lyra Alves is a very experienced herbalist who is originally from Brazil, but she lived in Belgium for 17 years, and is now living in Poland. She's not only a phytotherapist but also an amazing wizard with plantbased ingredients as a vegan chef. Enjoy our lovely talk! About being lucky to grow up in a house with a big garden and spending vacations in the countryside.About being fascinated by the ancient healers or curandeiros as a child, but also needing the more rational knowledge from books. About how science is catching up with things that were used to be called witchcraft or mumbo jumbo. About the differences between Brazil, Belgium and Poland regarding general plant knowledge and legal framework.About the importance of keeping herbal knowledge alive and passing it on to the next generations.About typical Brazilian plants that she misses in Europe, and new plants she discovered here. About regenerative herbalism on different levels and the Healing Weeds project. And lots more.You can find more information about Lyra and her work on the website:https://healingweeds.blogspot.com/ Or follow her on Instagram @regenerative.herbalism or via the Facebook page of Healing Weeds.Lyra mentions these books by Michael Tierra: The Way of HerbsPlanetary Herbology Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 8/6/24 |  #5 Foraging in Norway with Mari Jerstad | Mari Jerstad has a degree in organic agriculture and herbal medicine. She is a forager, a storyteller, and a herbal medicine practitioner. Her journey with plants started as a child, spending time outside with the plants, just enjoying their beauty and their relation to the sun, which now has brought us here, having a beautiful and warm conversation. About being inspired by her great aunt, who looked at herbs from a practical point of view as a nurse, but also as something spiritual.About what triggered Mari to become a herbalist and her studies in Norway and England.About how chemistry can be beautiful and fun.About how people in Norway look at herbalism and herbal medicine, and the legal framework around it. About the Herb Garden Community in Oslo and how this project helps to reconnect people and plants.About dealing with Norweagian winters as a forager and a herabist and the blessings of different seasons.About working with refugees and how she got involved in the mobile herbal clinic in Calais.And lots more.You can find more information about Mari and her work on the website:https://marikaape.no/ Or follow her on Instagram @markaape. The organisation Mari travels to Calais with, is Mobile Herbal Clinic. You can find more information about their work here:https://mobileherbalclinic.org/ Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 7/9/24 |  #4 Discovering the world through plants with François Couplan | François Couplan is a forager, ethnobatanist, wild chef, traveller, and published author of more than 120 books on wild edible plants, herbal medicine and culinary botany.He has 50 years of experience as a teacher, and over 70 years of life experience. Even as an infant, he was already turned on by plants, so that's where his journey with plants begins, and where we start our conversation. About growing up in Paris, and seeing green everywhere, even in the city.About how it's always easier to relate with plants than it is with people. About being young in the 60s and 70s and developing an interest in a different, more psychedelic kind of plants. About how he discovered botany and ethnobotany and how he started teaching and writing books. About dropping out of society, living in the woods and evaluating your basic needs. About how nature is always there, even when we are destroying it.About the problem with cultivating plants and agriculture, and how everything is humanized.And lots more.You can find more information about François and his work on the website:https://couplan.com/ Most of his books are available in the webshop, including my favourite: https://couplan.com/livres/remedes-et-recettes-a-lortie/ Or follow him on Instagram @harmonie_plantes_sauvagesFrançois also mentions the book "Food for free" by Richard Mabey. A complete guide to help you safely identify edible species that grow around us, together with detailed field identification notes and recipes. Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 6/11/24 |  #3 Western Master Plants with Anki Paulssen | Anki Paulssen is the founder of Plant Spirit Guru. She has over 25 years of experience working with Western Master Plants, which offers profound insights and initiate a personal transformation that leads to emotional healing, spiritual growth, and self-discovery.Her journey with the plants started when she was a child, growing up in the apartment above her grandparents' bakery, with a small garden in the back which had only one tree. She could see that tree from her bedroom window and started having conversations with it. And that eventually brought us here, having an amazing conversation.About moving from the Netherlands to Australia and feeling an immediate connection to the land and the plants. About her travels to Peru and discovering ayahuasca, plant dietas and plantsongs.About what a plant dieta is and Anki's first experience with it.About talking from spirit to spirit with a plant and how it helps you get back into your body.About the timeless wisdom of plants, singing over them, and asking permission to use them.About regional and cultural differences when it comes to basic plant knowledge and the use of medicinal plants and herbs.About the future relationship between plants and people.And lots more.You can find more information about Anki and her work on the website: https://plantspirit.guru/ (in English) or https://plantspiritguru.nl/ (in Dutch) Or follow her on Instagram @plantspiritguru.Anki talks about the book "Plant Spirit Medicine", that was written by Eliot Cowen, not Pam Montgomery as mentioned. The book that Pam wrote is "Plant Spirit Healing". Both are must reads! Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 5/14/24 |  #2 Wild & Tamed with Isabel Openshaw | Isabel Openshaw is a forager, a researcher at Kew Gardens in London, and a medicinal plant walk guide. She always loved spending time outside, and was inspired by her grandmother, her mother, and the abundance of elder plants around her, to become a forager herself. Her experience with elderberries and elderflower unlocked the world of medicinal plants, and got her thinking about what else there was out there. And here we are now, having a very inspirational conversation.About her favorite places to go foraging.About honouring what you bring home by preserving it well.About meditating on raisins and connecting with the lifecycle of where our food comes from, and feeling the connection to our ancestors.About how the UK can seem like a herbal paradise compared to the situation in Belgium.About the average botanical knowledge in the UK and the difference between the countryside and cities.About the concept of "the commons".About the impact of industrial agriculture on our planet and rewilding projects to turn farmland back intro wild nature.About the work Isabel is doing in Kew Gardens and the role of botanical gardens in the 21st century.And lots more.You can find more information about Isabel on the Kew Gardens website:https://www.kew.org/science/our-science/peope/isabel-openshaw Or follow her on Instagram @iza.herbalremedies. Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
| 4/16/24 |  #1 Foraging in Sweden with Lisen Sundgren | Lisen Sundgren is a herbalist, forager, nature and forest therapy guide, and author from Sweden. As a child she already went foraging and was taught the botanical names of plants by her grandfather. Later on in life, after suffering a burnout and moving back from New York to Sweden, the herbs took her into their world. She started studying the healing effects of nature, edible and medicinal plants and became a professional herbalist. We had a wildly interesting conversation.About why children should learn about wild plants in school, like it used to be in the time of our grandparents.About how we are part of nature and how we need plants for our survival.About what it's like to work as a herbalist in Sweden.About how foraging became more popular again since the introduction of the New Nordic Cuisine, and even more so during the pandemic in 2020.About being in the here and now while foraging and the link with mindfulness.About the Swedish "Right of Public Access", or 'Allemansrätten', which gives everyone the freedom to forage everywhere with respect for nature and animals.About the use of medicinal plants in Sweden.About foraging in different seasons and how the long cold and dark winters affect foraging.And lots more.You can find more information about Lisen, her work and her books on her website:https://www.lifebylisen.com/Or follow her on Instagram @lifebylisen Support us so we can continue the WYLDE Podcast series, a living archive for foragers & herbalist across Europe.https://whydonate.com/fundraising/wylde-podcast-donation I'm looking for more interesting guests to talk about European herbalism and foraging in Europe. If you know anyone that would be perfect for this podcast, please let me know. You can find me on Instagram @wildplantforager, and on Facebook.You can also find more about me or contact me through my website www.wildplantforager.com But please don't hang around online for too long. Go outside, and follow your wild heart music by Eva LaRuna Disclaimer:The information in the WYLDE podcast has been compiled with the utmost care. We try to keep it as current, complete and accurate as possible, yet no rights can be derived from this podcast episode.We accept no liability for: direct or indirect damages resulting from possible errors and omissions, the content of linked websites, or the opinions of interviewed guests.Please take into account that transcripts were automatically created by A.I. and may contain mistakes.The content of this podcast in no way replaces personal medical advice or treatment by doctors and other medical professionals. | — | ||||||
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