This is a short podcast I recorded yesterday with Freddy from Women Concern DR Congo. I have been in contact with and working with them in their quest to help women in their area of Congo, which is South Kivu, for about a year. As an NGO in Congo they are understandably concerned about the humanitarian crisis that is happening in Congo as a result …

Today I am speaking to Leo Igwe about how Witch Hunts persist in Nigeria and about his organisation Advocacy for Accused Witches If you would like to donate to Advocacy for Witches to help with their work you can do so HERE critTHINK is Leo's educational Foundation, which helps to support the advocacy work Leo does, and provide the education to mak…

The hidden art of medical alchemy, in this episode I speak with Andrew Mason who has been studying, researching and practicing this ancient art. You can connect with Andrew here: HERE You can buy his book HERE using the discount code RS20 which will give readers 20% off until 15/10/24 Andrew has given the patreon supporters of this podcast a specia…

A very, very brief introduction to western herbalism and how the wise women were displaced. Wise Herbal Ways PatreonBy Rox Madeira

You can support Yousef and the other farmers in Northern Gaza HERE Yousef S H Aburabee from Beit Lahia in northern Gaza, a passionate young agricultural engineer with extensive training in the fields of agriculture and the environment. I have conducted numerous training sessions for farmers and agricultural engineers on modern techniques and organi…

In this episode I am speaking with Medical Herbalist Christina Stapley about her new book A history of plant medicine. We speak about some old recipes, climate change and the history of herbalism in the UK. You can connect with Christina HERE She runs various workshops and has lots of great books to add to your herbal library. If you enjoy the podc…

In this episode I'm speaking with MEGHAN RHODES about TASTING HERBALISM. Meghan Rhodes is a qualified herbalist who has helped over 90 people start living herbalism, making healthier, safer solutions for themselves and their families a reality. As the founder of Rhodes Roots & Remedies, she has written 10 course books, authored the books Easy Herba…

In todays podcast I'm talking with Victoria Bennett about her book All My Wild Mothers - a weaving of memoir and herbal folklore, All My Wild Mothers is a story of re-wilding our wastelands, and the transformation that can happen when we do. In a time of uncertainty, it has something to teach us about resilience, and the power of joyful resistance.…

Today I am talking with Green Witch Herbalist Robin Rose Bennett all about plants, synchronicity, plant communication, herbalism, her books and bibliomancy from her new book A Green Witch's Pocket Book of Wisdom. Robin's new book is out now and available from all bookstores, you can see all her books on her book website. You can sign up to her news…

Chat with wisdom keeper Amantha Murphy. Amantha Murphy is a shamanic healer and teacher working with groups and individuals in her homeland of Ireland, as well as UK, Canada and the USA. Since 1995 Amantha has been organising sacred pilgrimages across Ireland consisting of ceremonies and visits to sacred sites. Also popular are Amantha’s workshops …

In todays podcast I am talking with Liz Childs Kelly about how she found the sacred feminine, what it is and how you can find her too. You get buy her book from: https://womancraftpublishing.com/product/home-to-her/ Get her courses at: https://www.hometoheracademy.com/ Connect with Liz here: https://www.hometoher.com/ Get the podcast BONUS'S here: …

Amy is a certified clinical aromatherapist and aromatic gardener, she is the host of Essential Aromatica podcast and lives in New York City. In this episode we chat about aromatic and herbal gardening. You can learn more about and connect with Amy HERE If you enjoy the episode please Like, subscribe and share. If you want to learn more about herbal…

In this episode you I am chatting with Women Craft author Sarah Robinson about witchcraft - history, folklore and about her lovely books.By Rox Madeira

Welcome to episode 37, today we are talking with Chizuko Endo who is a Japanese Taiko player in Hawaii. We talk about the history of Taiko drumming, the health benefits and the spiritual aspects of this art. If you want to try out Taiko for yourself or listen to a concert look out for the Scottish Taiko Festival at www.scottishtaikofestival.com 28t…

Saffron has enticed us for many years with its beautiful golden colour and its myriad of apothecary uses. We always think of it coming from Persia or Spain but did you know that Saffron was once grown in the UK as it was such a highly prized spice? Join me for this interesting delve into the history of British Saffron with food historian Sam Bilton…

In today's podcast I am speaking with India Elyn about her beautiful new book 'Honouring the Loss' published by Aeon books, Her books talks about working with herbs and ritual to support abortion, and India will be offering workshops around this shortly. If you would like to support the podcast and receive exclusive bonus content or behind the scen…

In this episode we are talking all about vaginal health with herbalist Kathie Bishop. We discuss vaginal health in babies, pregnancy, postnatal, trauma, we talk about Kathie's lube, the microbiome and her new book. You can contact with Kathie at Into The Wylde Or on Instagram at The Wylde Herbalist You can buy Kathie's book at Aeon books on: It's Y…

In todays episode I am talking with Marie Reilly about her book on Reproductive Health. If you would like to buy the book you can do so here Using the code RH20 (valid until 7th January 2023) If you would like to check out the Herb Society you can do so hereBy Rox Madeira

Chat with Amaia from The Wild Apothecary about her book Wild Apothecary - Reclaiming Plant Medicine for All. Amongst other things we talk about: Radical herbalism Herbs for children Herbs for teenagers Herbs for elderly Herbs for men Herbs for grief Sustainable Herbalism You buy Amaia's book here: https://www.aeonbooks.co.uk/product/wild-apothecary…

Danny and Hailey from the Van Life cookbook joined me to talk about their van life, how to kit out a van, shopping on the road and foraging. They will be at the Scottish Wild Food Festival in Sept 17th & 18th 2022 cooking up lunch and demos.By Rox Madeira

This episode is all about the amazing world of Koji. Koji is a wild and now cultivated ferment, which makes many of our well known Japanese condiments from tamari to miso. Listen to Robin from The Koji Kitchen telling all about the benefits of Koji. If you are feeling inspired to buy or make your own you can head to his website at: https://www.thek…

In todays episode I am talking to American Herbalist Kami McBride. We talk about The Herbal Kitchen - Kami's favourite herbs and spices, kitchen medicines for first aid, and how to bring herbs into daily family life. You can support the podcast by going to: Patreon Coneect with Kami: Find The Herbal Kitchen: Bring lasting health to you and your fam…

In today's episode I am talking with Amanda Edminson from Botanica Fabula all about her Herbal Storytelling. If you would like to connect with Amanda you can contact her on: https://botanicafabula.co.uk/ Amanda is doing storytelling workshops at the Scottish Wild Food Festival in September 18th & 19th 2021: www.scottishwildfoodfestival.co.uk If you…

In todays podcast I am talking with Chris from Transition Stirling about how their charity is tackling climate change, waste and sustainability. You can connect with them here: https://www.transitionstirling.org.uk/ They will also be doing a workshop at the Scottish Wild Food Festival in September 18th & 19th. You can buy tickets for that here: www…

In today's podcast I'm talking to Janice from Be Nourished by Nature and Vicky from The Little Foragers Kitchen. We chat about the benefits of fermented and wild foods and why you should be incorporating them into your diet. You can connect with Janice at: https://www.blognourishedbynature.com/ You can connect with Vicky at: https://www.facebook.co…

In todays podcast I chat with Leanne from Wild Food Stories. Leanne is a forager, a researcher and wild food recipe creator. In this episode we talk about foraging in UK and Europe, the role of foraging in reconnecting people to the land and about her workshop at the festival. You can connect with Leanne at https://www.wildfoodstories.co.uk/ You ca…

In todays podcast I am talking with Lucy from Wild Roots Foraging about her Wild Women's circles what they involve and how they help people to reconnect with themselves and nature around them. Lucy will be at the Scottish Wild Food Festival in September 18th & 29th you can book tickets: www.scottishwildfoodfestival.co.uk You can connect with Lucy a…

In todays podcast I am talking to Marian from Highland Boundary about the development of their wild crafted Scottish spirits, sustainability and an overview of the talk she will be giving at the Scottish Wild Food Festival in September. To connect with Marian and buy Highland Boundary Spirits go to: https://www.highlandboundary.com/ To get tickets …

In today's podcast I am talking to Margaret from The divine hag about aromatherapy, her business and her workshop at the Scottish Wild Food Festival. You can connect with Margaret at https://thedivinehag.com/ Get your Scottish Wild Food tickets at www.scottishwildfoodfestival.co.uk If you enjoyed the podcast please like, share and subscribe. You ca…

In today's podcast I am chatting with Adhamh, a Gaelic consultant, about his upcoming workshop at the Scottish Wild Food Festival, September 18th & 19th 2021. We talk briefly about what a traditional Scots Gaelic taigh-ceilidh is, with a sneak peak into the old Gaelic practices of gathering wild plants. To learn more you can find Adhamh workshops o…

In todays podcast I am chatting with Lisa from Edulis Wild Foods about foraging and sustainability and about her upcoming workshop 'preserving and the native wild spice rack' at the Scottish Wild Food Festival September 18th & 19th 2021. Check out Lisa at: https://www.instagram.com/eduliswildfood Find out more and book tickets for the Scottish Wild…

Todays podcast is with Charlotte Flowers chocolate, a Scottish artisan chocolatier who harvests and handmakes small batch wild flavour chocolates. Charlotte will be at the Scottish Wild Food Festival 18th & 19th September 2021. In this podcast we talk all about chocolate, chocolate growers, fermenting chocolate, artisan chocolatiers, wild flavours …

In this episode I am talking with Barbara Wilkinson, Medical Herbalist and trustee of The Herb Society UK. This is part 2 in the Herb gardening series. Today we are talking about St John's Wort. - What to use it for - How to grow it - How to harvest it - When to harvest it - How to use it - How to store it Hope you enjoy! Don't forget to like and s…

Todays podcast episode is with Max Dashu, who is an author and women's historian. Max shares her amazing depth of information on our herstory. We talk about: Women healers Patriarchy The church European saunas The Witch and much more. Max has loads of information, talks and courses on her website www.suppressedhistories.net. She has been researchin…

Part 1 of the series - Growing and Harvesting Herbs - recorded with The Herb Society UK In this podcast I am talking to Barbara Wilkinson, Medical Herbalists, herb grower, medicine maker and trustee of The Herb Society We talk about: The Herb Society - how it started, what it does, getting involved The pandemic Leaving the villages - city living - …

In this episode I am talking to Sarah Wheatley of Birth and Beyond about parenting in the pandemic. Sarah is a psychotherapeutic counsellor, parent-infant therapist and parent kind developer. We talk about: How we are finite beings the importance of building relationships, especially at this time Infant development parental wellbeing - some ideas c…

In this episode I am speaking with Stefan from Nature and Therapy UK. We talk about forest bathing, ecotherapy and their benefits and about getting children outside in nature. Hope you enjoy the podcast. Please like, rate subscribe and share. www.natureandtherapy.co.uk www.trossachswildapothecary.com…

In todays podcast I am talking with Vicky Manning of The Little Foragers Kitchen about food and wild food that might help with menopausal symptoms. You can connect with Vicky on her facebook or Instagram pages @the little foragers kitchen. As always if you enjoyed today episode please like, share and subscribe. You can support the podcast and learn…

In todays podcast I am talking with Marcos Patchett about his new book published by Aeon books "The secret life of chocolate." About: Marcos Patchett BSc (Hons.) Herbal Medicine, MAMH MNIMH http://nocturnalherbalist.com/ author of The Secret Life of Chocolate: For those in the US: https://bit.ly/3dVRX1d For rest of world: https://www.aeonbooks.co.u…

Today I am talking with Irish herbalist Nikki Darrell about her new book Conversations with Plants, her herbal course and traditional herbal medicine.# You can find out more about Nikki's herb school at: https://theplantmedicineschool.com/ There are great online and in person courses and a fabulous membership site to learn more about herbs. I reall…

Interview with herbalists Anita Ralph and Mary Tassell about their new book 'Native Healers', herbalism, and herbs that are good for children. Please like, subscribe and share! You can find out more about Anita: http://medicinetreeherbs.co.uk/ You can find out more about Mary: http://www.tassell.net/ Your support for the podcast and medicinal garde…

In todays episode I am talking to UK practitioners of Plant Spirit Medicine Pip Waller and Lucy Wells about Plant Spirit Medicine, their new book 'Touched by Nature' and their online course. You can find out more about them and their work at www.touchedbynaturepsm.uk You can engage with me on my website, facebook, instagram or youtube @Trossachs Wi…

In this podcast I am talking to Bromley based herbalist Natasha Richardson who is a women health care specialist. We talk about birth, stress, hormones, periods and herbal medicines. Visit Natasha's website to find out more, buy her book and sign up to her course: www.foragebotanicals.co.uk To find out more about my work and online course go to: ww…

In this podcast I am talking to Janice from Nourished by Nature about fermented foods - kombucha, kefir, sourdough, and fermented vegetables. Among other things we are talking about: - why include fermented foods in your diet - how - how to encourage your children to eat fermented foods - recipes and pitfalls - probiotic skin care and cleaning Reci…

Hello! Welcome to the Trossachs Wild Apothecary podcast based in UK. This month I am delighted to talk with Melissa Rolandson of The herbal barge and Herbalists Without Borders UK to talk about the work they do, the situation in the Calsis and Dunkirk refugee camps and how you can get involved to support this amazing work. Trossachs Wild Apothecary…

Henriette is a well known Finnish herbslist with one of the oldest and largest herbal websites on the internet. She also has a number of books available through her site. https://www.henriettes-herb.com We recorded this episode outside at the Botanic gardens in Helsinki so there is unfortunately some wind noise in the background…

Podcast with Metta a Finnish wild food company. They talk about -foraging in Finland -superfoods -climate change -the challenges of increasing the size of a wild food company -their products. They were very kind to give me some samples of these which will be included in my workshop this year as tasters https://mettanordic.com/…

In this interview I talk to Wendy Barrie, chef, food educator and food campaigner, of the Scottish Food Guide and Scottish Cheese trail. We chat about food culture in Scotland and Sweden, about summer farms, Fikka and Hygge and food in schools. Connect with her on: https://www.wendybarrie.co.uk/ https://scottishfoodguide.com/…

A chat about wild food and Finnish laws in this interview in Finland with Finnish master distiller Asko Ryynanen of Premium Nordic Beverages: https://nordicpremiumbeverages.com/ www.trossachswildapothecary.comBy Rox Madeira

Mark Williams of Galloway Wild Foods & my first podcast. Connect with Mark on his website, vis facebook and instagram: http://www.gallowaywildfoods.com/By Rox Madeira