What happens when an herb you've just studied gives you a lesson you won't forget?

Heather Sanderson reads a rosemary story from her book, Dreaming with the Plants. What began as a late-night cup of rosemary infusion became a memorable lesson in paying attention, learning through direct experience, and recognizing the plants beyond our spice cupboards.

Heather shares how this encounter helped bridge the gap between studying herbal medicine and developing a personal relationship with the plants themselves.

Dreaming with the Plants explores plant connection through stories, physical medicine, folklore, spirit, and consciousness, with a meditation or adventure offered for each plant.

Has a plant ever taught you something you couldn't learn from a book? Share your story in the comments!

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In this episode of The Herbalist Hour, I'm joined by Shannon Mayernik, herbalist and co-owner of Mayernik Kitchen in northern New Jersey.

Shannon shares how a single class with Robin Rose Bennett in 2009 sparked a love of herbalism that eventually led her from a career in publishing to working on a farm and building an apothecary with her husband, Matt.

We chat about her herbal education, the joys and challenges of changing careers, and creating a space where people can watch medicine being made and learn to make their own.

We also explore her longtime connection with mugwort, the practice of studying one plant through an entire growing season, and her recent experiments with fennel.

Along the way, we get into food preservation, seasonal eating, hands-on herbal education, and why relationships with local farmers are such an important part of their work.

Shannon also shares why she'd love to see an apothecary in every town, and why she sees more herbal businesses as an opportunity to build community.

Thanks for tuning in!

~Mason

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LINKS & RESOURCES

Mayernik Kitchen | MayernikKitchen.com

Mayernik Kitchen Classes & Events | LEARN MORE

Mayernik Kitchen Online Courses | LEARN MORE

Mayernik Kitchen Herb Farm Apprenticeship & Waitlist | LEARN MORE

Robin Rose Bennett | RobinRoseBennett.com

Guided Oatstraw Meditation with Robin Rose Bennett | WATCH ON YOUTUBE

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

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In this episode, I join Lila Swanberg on Lila's Herbal Revolution to compare our experiences taking 30 grams of powdered ashwagandha root a day for two weeks.

We chat about burnout, feeling more grounded, sleep, resilience, self-care, and individual dosing.

Plus, Kyle Denton contributes some ashwagandha wisdom and a jingle!

Thanks to Lila for giving me permission to share this conversation on the HerbRally Podcast.

~Mason

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Subscribe to Lila's Herbal Revolution on your podcast player of choice.

Lila's Herbal Revolution YouTube channel

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Lila's company, TVNHC

Path to Practitioner Potency

Kyle Denton's herb shop, Tippecanoe Herbs

Ashwagandha from Mountain Rose Herbs (affiliate link)

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In this episode of The Herbalist Hour, I'm joined by herbalist and naturopathic doctor Jacqui Wilkins.

We chat about her journey into herbalism, the mentors who shaped her path, and how she weaves clinical herbalism with plant spirit medicine.

We also explore plant communication, trusting your intuition, and making room for connection in a world full of distractions.

Jacqui shares a look inside her Exploratory Herbal Mentorship, a 12-week journey with six plants through direct experience, ritual, and community.

We get into blue vervain, how our relationships with herbs change through different seasons of life, and why those connections sometimes take time.

Along the way, we discuss medicine making and finding your own fulfilling path in herbalism.

Thanks for listening!

~Mason

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LINKS & RESOURCES

Exploratory Herbal Mentorship | LEARN MORE & REGISTER

Xálish Medicines | XalishMedicines.com

Grow Your Own Medicine | JOIN THE WAIT LIST

Jacqui on Instagram | @among_the_wildflowerss

Vancouver Island Herb Gathering | HerbConference.com

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🌿 Enrollment in Rosalee de la Forêt's Herbal Energetics Course closes Saturday, October 3, at 5 PM Pacific!

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Somehow, we've reached 1,000 HerbRally podcast uploads!

In this episode, I take a moment to thank the listeners, guests, teachers, and contributors who've made this project possible over the years.

I also share one final reminder about Rosalee's Herbal Energetics Course, including what I appreciate about her teaching, learning through the five flavors, live herb tastings, hands-on recipes, and the community of fellow plant people.

Enrollment only opens once a year, and this round closes October 3 at 5 PM Pacific.

Thanks for listening and being part of these first 1,000 uploads. Here's to many more!

~Mason

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Enrollment closes Saturday, October 3 at 5 PM Pacific! Rosalee only opens enrollment once a year, and when you enroll through our link, you'll receive a FREE year of HerbRally Schoolhouse as a thank-you.

If you're familiar with lots of herbs but still find yourself wondering which ones to choose, Herbal Energetics can help you connect those dots.

Learn to understand the qualities of plants and match them to the person you're helping, moving beyond memorizing lists of herbs for particular symptoms.

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Now, on to today's plant…

There's a lot more to hops than beer!

In this audio monograph, Rosalee de la Forêt explores hops (Humulus lupulus), a bitter, aromatic plant with a long history in herbal medicine.

You'll learn about the history of hops in brewing and herbalism, its cooling and drying energetics, and its traditional uses for sleep, relaxation, and digestion.

Rosalee also covers botanical identification, the resinous flowers used by herbalists, and preparations including teas, tinctures, herbal pillows, and baths, along with special considerations when working with hops.

Originally recorded in 2019, this replay is an opportunity to revisit a familiar plant through an herbalist's eyes.

Thanks for listening!
~Mason

P.S. Want to explore herbal energetics more deeply with Rosalee? Enrollment closes Saturday, October 3 at 5 PM Pacific!

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What if learning herbalism meant less memorizing and more tasting, exploring, and understanding?

In this episode, I'm joined by my good friend Rosalee de la Forêt for a behind-the-scenes look at her Herbal Energetics course. We chat about how herbal energetics helped her move beyond matching herbs to conditions and develop a more practical, confident approach to working with plants.

We also get into what it's actually like to be a student, including:

• The five flavor modules, live herb tastings, and hands-on recipes

• Guest teachings on Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, humoral temperaments, and phytochemistry

• The weekly time commitment and how to fit your studies into everyday life

• Live classes, Q&As, and connecting with fellow plant people

• The optional certificate path and support to help you follow through

• Lifetime access and the two-week refund window

If you've been curious about the course, this conversation will help you get a feel for the teachings, the community, and whether it's a good fit for you.

Thanks for listening!

~Mason

PS — Ready to become a more confident herbalist?

Learn more and join Rosalee's Herbal Energetics course here.

Enrollment closes Saturday, October 3 at 5 PM Pacific. Enroll through our link and get a FREE year of HerbRally Schoolhouse!

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🌿 Enrollment for Rosalee's Herbal Energetics course closes Saturday, October 3!

Ready to move beyond memorizing lists of herbs and learn how to choose them with greater confidence? Explore herbal energetics with Rosalee de la Forêt. Enrollment opens just once per year!

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About this episode

We're revisiting episode 40 of The Herbalist Hour for a conversation with Rosalee de la Forêt about her herbal origins and the mentors who helped shape her path.

We also chat about violet, dandelion, her yarrow lawn, being a Francophile, and a whole lot more!

Whether you're listening for the first time or returning to an old favorite, enjoy this look at the plants, people, and experiences behind Rosalee's work.

Thanks for listening!

~Mason

⚠️ 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.