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What if your garden could become a map for understanding both nature and yourself?

In this episode of The Herbalist Hour, I sit down with herbalist, astrologer and author Isaac Hill to discuss his fascinating new book, The Zodiac Garden.

We explore what a zodiac garden actually is, how astrology and gardening intersect, and why Isaac sees the garden as a living temple. We also dive into the spiritual side of gardening, humanity's role as a keystone species, common misconceptions about astrology, and how creating a zodiac garden can have a balancing effect on the psyche.

Whether you're already interested in astrology or completely new to it, I think you'll find this conversation both thought-provoking and surprisingly practical.

Isaac also shares several ways to design your own zodiac garden and offers some great advice for anyone looking to begin exploring astrology.

Thanks for tunin' in!

~Mason

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LINKS & RESOURCES

BOOK: The Zodiac Garden | BUY THE BOOK

Plant Cunning Conference | PlantCunningConference.com

Plant Cunning on Instagram | @plantcunning

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Registration is now open for the 36th Annual AHG Symposium, taking place August 14–16, 2026, in Black Mountain, North Carolina.

This year's event features more than 30 presentations from leading herbalists, a keynote address by Patricia Kyritsi Howell, and programming centered around the theme "Facilitating Regulation: The Role of Clinical Herbalism in Autoimmunity & Chronic Conditions."

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Welcome to the "beverage portion" of the show! In this casual late-night clip from Herbalist After Hours, we are crackin' open a beautiful bottle of Chamomile Blue Cordial gifted by the incredibly talented Lindsey Feldpausch of Plant Matters.

Made with chamomile, butterfly pea flower, and lemon juice, this glowing purple blend completely blew us away with its perfectly balanced, deep, and spherical flavor.

We chat about what makes Lindsey one of the most phenomenal, "next-level" formulators in the community, her incredible work as a lead educator for the Herbal Academy, and why you absolutely need to jump on the chance to take one of her classes.

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The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of HerbRally. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your health or wellness routine.

Registration is now open for the 36th Annual AHG Symposium, taking place August 14–16, 2026, in Black Mountain, North Carolina.

This year's event features more than 30 presentations from leading herbalists, a keynote address by Patricia Kyritsi Howell, and programming centered around the theme "Facilitating Regulation: The Role of Clinical Herbalism in Autoimmunity & Chronic Conditions."

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In this clip, we dive deep into a philosophical question every entrepreneur faces: competition versus collaboration.

We break down the toxicity of the "scarcity mentality" in business, how it impacts our clients' healing journeys, and why showing up with vulnerability and authenticity is what actually draws people to your work.

Plus, a huge shout-out to Camille Freeman and the power of lifting each other up in the botanical medicine community!

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DISCLAIMER

The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of HerbRally. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your health or wellness routine.

Registration is now open for the 36th Annual AHG Symposium, taking place August 14–16, 2026, in Black Mountain, North Carolina.

This year's event features more than 30 presentations from leading herbalists, a keynote address by Patricia Kyritsi Howell, and programming centered around the theme "Facilitating Regulation: The Role of Clinical Herbalism in Autoimmunity & Chronic Conditions."

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In this "show and tell" podcast clip, we dive into the sensory and alchemical world of distilling hydrosols. We discuss why giving a plant a name can sometimes cause us to stop listening to it, the difference between "living thinking" and "object thinking," and why more potent products like essential oils aren't always better or more sustainable than a simple cup of herbal tea. Plus, we share a few aromatic blends like Sweet Grass, Vetiver, and Lemon Balm, and discuss the immense dedication of independent American herb farmers.

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DISCLAIMER

The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of HerbRally. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your health or wellness routine.

Registration is now open for the 36th Annual AHG Symposium, taking place August 14–16, 2026, in Black Mountain, North Carolina.

This year's event features more than 30 presentations from leading herbalists, a keynote address by Patricia Kyritsi Howell, and programming centered around the theme "Facilitating Regulation: The Role of Clinical Herbalism in Autoimmunity & Chronic Conditions."

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In this clip from Herbalists After Hours, Erika Galentin explains why the hills surrounding Athens, Ohio, are one of the most botanically rich regions in the eastern United States. We discuss how ancient glaciers stopped at the edge of the Appalachian foothills, creating an incredible concentration of plant biodiversity.

The conversation also explores the region's history of coal and iron extraction, Erika's early days interning with United Plant Savers, and why this resilient, deeply rooted landscape has become the perfect place for her to live, work, and practice herbalism.

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DISCLAIMER

The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of HerbRally. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your health or wellness routine.

Registration is now open for the 36th Annual AHG Symposium, taking place August 14–16, 2026, in Black Mountain, North Carolina.

This year's event features more than 30 presentations from leading herbalists, a keynote address by Patricia Kyritsi Howell, and programming centered around the theme "Facilitating Regulation: The Role of Clinical Herbalism in Autoimmunity & Chronic Conditions."

LEARN MORE & REGISTER

In this clip from Herbalists After Hours, Erika Galentin shares stories from her remarkable family lineage, featuring everyone from World War II medical officers to traveling accordion players. We explore how our ancestral roots shape who we become, the importance of place, and the beautiful seven-acre sanctuary she now calls home.

Erika is truly living the archetype of the herbalist in the cabin at the edge of the woods, with her cat by her side, and she's loving every minute of it.

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DISCLAIMER

The information shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of HerbRally. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your health or wellness routine.

Today on The Herbalist Hour, I'm joined by Yasmeen Faraj, LCSW, CIMHP, therapist, herbalist, and founder of Kinda Crunchy Therapy and sMOOches Organics.

In this conversation, we explore the intersection of mental health and herbalism, including nature connection, community, burnout, intuition, sleep, nutrition, and the healing power of plants.

Yasmeen shares how she incorporates herbs into her therapy practice through plant walks, herbal tea, and sensory experiences, and we discuss what therapists and herbalists can learn from one another.

We also talk about Motherwort, Mugwort, ecstatic dance, inner child work, and what it means to follow a "full body yes."

I absolutely loved this conversation and know you will as well!

A big thanks to Yasmeen for joinin' me and thanks to you for tuning in.

~Mason

Learn More About Yasmeen

Kinda Crunchy Therapy | KindaCrunchyTherapy.com

🌿 Smoochies Organics | sMOOchesOrganics.com

KCT on IG | @kindacrunchytherapy

sMOOches on IG | @smoochesorganics

Resources Mentioned

📖 The Gift of Healing Herbs by Robin Rose Bennett | BUY THE BOOK

📖 The Ultramind Solution by Mark Hyman | BUY THE BOOK

If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share it with a fellow plant person.

🌿Grab FREE Herbal Resources Sign up for the HerbRally newsletter and get instant access to a 91-page Botanical Anthology sampler—plus a bundle of herbal freebies.

👉 Get the freebies | HerbalFreebies.com

Want to join us live for future interviews?

Become a HerbRally Schoolhouse member:

HerbRally Schoolhouse | HerbRally.com/Schoolhouse

Use coupon code SCHOOLHOUSE30 for your first 30 days free!

⚠️ DISCLAIMER This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.

To celebrate HerbRally reaching 20,000 YouTube subscribers, Katja Swift and Ryn Midura from CommonWealth Holistic Herbalism joined us to answer 20 questions submitted by the HerbRally community.

Over the course of nearly four hours, they explore herbalism, clinical practice, stress, uncertainty, formulation, mentorship, learning, philosophy, and what it really means to become an herbalist.

What started as a simple Q&A turned into a thoughtful and wide-ranging discussion filled with practical insights and hard-earned wisdom.

A huge thank you to Katja and Ryn for their generosity, and thank you to everyone who has supported HerbRally over the years.

~Mason

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LINKS & RESOURCES

CommonWealth Holistic Herbalism https://commonwealthherbs.com/

CommonWealth on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@CommonWealthHerbs

CommonWealth on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/commonwealthherbs/

The Holistic Herbalism Podcast https://commonwealthherbs.com/category/podcast/

DISCLAIMER

This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.

Back in August 2024, HerbRally crossed 10,000 subscribers on YouTube.

To celebrate, I invited 10 herbalists to answer 10 different questions. The result was more than five hours of herbal wisdom, stories, insights, humor, and practical advice.

This is the first time we're releasing the full recording on the podcast.

A huge thank you to all of the contributors:

🌿 Mimi Prunella Hernandez Website: http://www.mimiprunellahernandez.com

🌿 Brigitte Mars Website: https://www.brigittemars.com/

🌿 David Winston Center for Herbal Studies: https://herbalstudies.net/ Herbalist & Alchemist: https://www.herbalist-alchemist.com/

🌿 Asia Dorsey Website: http://www.bonesbugsandbotany.com

🌿 Chanchal Cabrera Website: https://chanchalcabrera.com/

🌿 Thomas Easley Website: https://eclecticschoolofherbalmedicine.com/

🌿 Larken Bunce Website: https://www.larkenbunce.com/

🌿 Phyllis D. Light Website: https://www.phyllisdlight.com/

🌿 Howie Brounstein Website: http://www.botanicalstudies.net

🌿 Lupo Passero Website: https://www.twinstartribe.com/

Thanks for being part of the HerbRally community. We couldn't have reached this milestone without you.

~Mason

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Enrollment for Herbal Dental Care closes tonight at midnight, so I wanted to record a quick episode sharing a few thoughts about why this course has me so excited.

This isn't just a course about herbs for teeth or gums. It's about understanding oral health through the lens of tissue states, constitutional patterns, inflammation, digestion, stress, mineral balance, and how the mouth reflects the whole body.

The course is taught by Kyle Denton, who spent 15 years in the dental field before becoming a clinical herbalist. The way he bridges those two worlds is unlike anything I've personally encountered in herbal education.

The live classes are held Thursdays at 6pm Central on:

• May 28
• June 4
• June 11
• June 18
• June 25

Recordings will be available for anybody who can't attend live.

Learn more & register at HerbalDentalCare.com