The Frontline Herbalism Podcast

Today (Sunday 12th April 2026) is the LAST DAY to join the Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress course!

Links & resources from this episode

• Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course – https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsdcourse/
• What’s inside the Course – Episode 87
• All about the Solidarity Pricing and Sliding Scale – Episode 88
• Commonly Asked Questions about the Course – Episode 89
• What Other People have said about the Coures – Episode 90

Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/

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Stimulating nervines are herbs with an affinity for the nervous system with a gentle stimulant action.

In this episode, Nicole (she/her) talks about the important things to consider before working with stimulating nervines, especially from a trauma perspective. Some of the herbs mentioned include Rosemary, Hyssop, Sage and Thyme.

Links & resources from this episode

• Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course – https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsdcourse/
• 111 – Herbal Support for the Shutdown State - https://solidarityapothecary.org/the-frontline-herbalism-podcast/111-herbal-support-for-the-shutdown-state/

Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/

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This episode shares an interview from the Radio Wombat Radio Show and Podcast in Italy. Addu asks Nicole all about the Solidarity Apothecary - from its origins to current offerings. We talk about everything from how herbalism can support people experiencing state violence, to how the body expresses distress, as well as practical logistics like how medicines are grown and made for the project.

Links & resources from this episode

• Original interview on Radio Wombat - https://radiowombat.net/nervature-107-interview-with-nicole-rose/
• Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course – https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsdcourse/

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Hypnotic or sedative nervines have a stronger sedating effect on the nervous system, helping induce sleep, relieve pain and tension, and support deeper states of physical relaxation.

In this episode, Nicole (she/her) talks about the important things to consider before working with a sedative nervine, especially from a trauma perspective. Some of the herbs mentioned include Skullcap, Passionflower, Wild Lettuce and more.

Links & resources from this episode

• Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course – https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsdcourse/

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Cardiac nervines are herbs that support the nervous system through their affinity with the heart and cardiovascular system. Examples of cardiac nervines include Yarrow, Hawthorn, Motherwort, Rose and Linden Flowers.

In this episode, Nicole (she/her) shares about her experiences of working with this plants through grief, recent heartache and more.

Links & resources from this episode

• Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course – https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsdcourse/

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Nerve tonics are herbs which act to tonify, strengthen, and restore the proper structure and functioning of the nervous system. In this episode Nicole (she/her) shares her experiences of working with nerve tonics in long-term recovery from trauma, burnout and chronic stress.

Links & resources from this episode

1. Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course – https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsdcourse/
2. Solidarity Apothecary 1:1 Clinic - https://clinic.solidarityapothecary.org/

Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/

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This is a brief episode to say that the Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress course is now open for enrollment! Join the course here.

It is also the last day to purchase merchandise to support the Mobile Herbal Clinic Calais!

Links & resources from this episode

1. Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course – https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsdcourse/
2. What’s inside the Course – Episode 87
3. All about the Solidarity Pricing and Sliding Scale – Episode 88
4. Commonly Asked Questions about the Course – Episode 89
5. What Other People have said about the Coures – Episode 90
6. Mobile Herbal Clinic Calais - https://mobileherbalclinic.org/
7. New merch! – https://solidarityapothecary.org/mobile-herbal-clinic-calais-merch/

Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/

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This episode explores herbal support for stress, anxiety and overwhelm. Nicole (she/her) introduces different relaxant nervines that can support the body to access a more 'safe and social' state.

Links & resources from this episode

1. Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course – https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsdcourse/
2. Join the waiting list – https://mailtrain.solidarityapothecary.org/subscription/7ylKjaU5l

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This is a short announcement episode where Nicole (she/her) talks about the Mobile Herbal Clinic Calais and the new merchandise available to support the project.

She also talks about the Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress course that is open for enrollment on Sunday 22nd March 2026 and reasons to join the waiting list beforehand!

Links & resources from this episode

1. Mobile Herbal Clinic Calais - https://mobileherbalclinic.org/
2. New merch! - https://solidarityapothecary.org/mobile-herbal-clinic-calais-merch/
3. Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course - https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsdcourse/
4. Join the waiting list - https://mailtrain.solidarityapothecary.org/subscription/7ylKjaU5l

Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/

Support the show

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In this episode, Nicole (she/her) talks about the ways that herbs can support people through acute and chronic periods of stress.

Links & resources from this episode

1. Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course - https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsdcourse/
2. Course Waiting list - https://mailtrain.solidarityapothecary.org/subscription/7ylKjaU5l
3. New Mobile Herbal Clinic Calais Merch - https://solidarityapothecary.org/mobile-herbal-clinic-calais-merch/

Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/

Support the show

Music from Sole & DJ Pain – Battle of Humans | Plant illustrations by @amani_writes | In solidarity, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast wherever you listen.