Eatweeds Podcast: For People Who Love Plants Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/eatweeds-podcast-for-people-who-love-plants-36f388f7-b4eb-4b3e-a14c-2e81e3b3120e An audio journey through the wonderful wild world of plants. Episodes cover modern and ancient ways wild plants have been used in human culture as food, medicine and other uses. Copyright © Robin Harford fdbd66e1-904e-55ce-8e0b-1687a49a7874 yes en Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:31:53 +0000 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:32:10 +0000 https://shop.eatweeds.co.uk https://img.transistorcdn.com/lNjHVqbZ34EX4vvsnDMGir81G-xtnHUBbLdo39-skFM/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzI5Njg5LzE2NDkz/MzM4MzctYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg Eatweeds Podcast: For People Who Love Plants https://shop.eatweeds.co.uk episodic Robin Harford An audio journey through the wonderful wild world of plants. Episodes cover modern and ancient ways wild plants have been used in human culture as food, medicine and other uses. An audio journey through the wonderful wild world of plants. botanical,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,herbal,wildfood,wildherbs,wildmedicine,wildplants Robin Harford No No EP58: What Is Domei 58 58 EP58: What Is Domei full cebfc74a-e020-4a36-8cd9-d0d060074976 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ec079a82 Show Notes: Understanding Domei

This episode explores Domei, a contemplative practice designed to bridge the gap between humans and the living world through sensory engagement and "deep listening."

Domei Resources

Key Takeaways

  • The Origin of Domei: A neologism blending the Gaelic roots Domhain (deep) and Éist (listen).
  • Beyond the Ears: Listening is defined as a whole-body experience—feeling into the environment rather than just hearing sound.
  • A Shift in Perspective: The practice moves the participant from seeing nature as "scenery" to recognizing plants as "neighbors" and fellow beings.
  • De-emphasizing Analysis: Domei encourages "wordless knowing," where the goal is to be with a plant without the need to identify, categorize, or extract information from it.

The Practice: How to Engage

The core of the practice is rooted in voluntary, unhurried attention.

  1. Find a Plant: Locate a living thing, even just beyond your doorstep.
  2. Quiet the Mind: Move away from analytical thinking and botanical classification.
  3. Physical Awareness: Notice how the presence of the plant affects your own body—your breathing, your balance, and the weight of your feet on the ground.
  4. Sit in Companionship: Spend as little as five minutes simply being present with the organism.

Philosophical Foundations

Domei draws from centuries of Western contemplative traditions. It suggests that humans possess an internal "sensory map" and guidance system that is revealed once they slow down enough to receive natural signals. Ultimately, it is a path toward realizing a lack of separation from the earth.

"Domei is not only a practice. It is a way of being." 


]]> Show Notes: Understanding Domei

This episode explores Domei, a contemplative practice designed to bridge the gap between humans and the living world through sensory engagement and "deep listening."

Domei Resources

Key Takeaways

  • The Origin of Domei: A neologism blending the Gaelic roots Domhain (deep) and Éist (listen).
  • Beyond the Ears: Listening is defined as a whole-body experience—feeling into the environment rather than just hearing sound.
  • A Shift in Perspective: The practice moves the participant from seeing nature as "scenery" to recognizing plants as "neighbors" and fellow beings.
  • De-emphasizing Analysis: Domei encourages "wordless knowing," where the goal is to be with a plant without the need to identify, categorize, or extract information from it.

The Practice: How to Engage

The core of the practice is rooted in voluntary, unhurried attention.

  1. Find a Plant: Locate a living thing, even just beyond your doorstep.
  2. Quiet the Mind: Move away from analytical thinking and botanical classification.
  3. Physical Awareness: Notice how the presence of the plant affects your own body—your breathing, your balance, and the weight of your feet on the ground.
  4. Sit in Companionship: Spend as little as five minutes simply being present with the organism.

Philosophical Foundations

Domei draws from centuries of Western contemplative traditions. It suggests that humans possess an internal "sensory map" and guidance system that is revealed once they slow down enough to receive natural signals. Ultimately, it is a path toward realizing a lack of separation from the earth.

"Domei is not only a practice. It is a way of being." 


]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:28:05 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 242 Show Notes: Understanding Domei

This episode explores Domei, a contemplative practice designed to bridge the gap between humans and the living world through sensory engagement and "deep listening."

Domei Resources

Key Takeaways

  • The Origin of Domei: A neologism blending the Gaelic roots Domhain (deep) and Éist (listen).
  • Beyond the Ears: Listening is defined as a whole-body experience—feeling into the environment rather than just hearing sound.
  • A Shift in Perspective: The practice moves the participant from seeing nature as "scenery" to recognizing plants as "neighbors" and fellow beings.
  • De-emphasizing Analysis: Domei encourages "wordless knowing," where the goal is to be with a plant without the need to identify, categorize, or extract information from it.

The Practice: How to Engage

The core of the practice is rooted in voluntary, unhurried attention.

  1. Find a Plant: Locate a living thing, even just beyond your doorstep.
  2. Quiet the Mind: Move away from analytical thinking and botanical classification.
  3. Physical Awareness: Notice how the presence of the plant affects your own body—your breathing, your balance, and the weight of your feet on the ground.
  4. Sit in Companionship: Spend as little as five minutes simply being present with the organism.

Philosophical Foundations

Domei draws from centuries of Western contemplative traditions. It suggests that humans possess an internal "sensory map" and guidance system that is revealed once they slow down enough to receive natural signals. Ultimately, it is a path toward realizing a lack of separation from the earth.

"Domei is not only a practice. It is a way of being." 


]]> botanical,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,herbal,wildfood,wildherbs,wildmedicine,wildplants No EP57: The Poor Man's Herb 57 57 EP57: The Poor Man's Herb full 8b26f57c-0a8c-4043-8c2e-a689157e4947 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0c947bda In this new short-form episode, Robin Harford challenges our relationship with common sorrel (Rumex acetosa) – a plant we've dismissed for centuries simply because it grows freely everywhere.

This episode introduces a new podcast format: short observations (2-5 minutes) with a call to action. Robin doesn't want you to just listen, he wants you outside, engaging with plants where you are.

Safety note: If you suffer from kidney stones or sensitivity to oxalic acids, avoid sorrel due to its high oxalate content.

]]> In this new short-form episode, Robin Harford challenges our relationship with common sorrel (Rumex acetosa) – a plant we've dismissed for centuries simply because it grows freely everywhere.

This episode introduces a new podcast format: short observations (2-5 minutes) with a call to action. Robin doesn't want you to just listen, he wants you outside, engaging with plants where you are.

Safety note: If you suffer from kidney stones or sensitivity to oxalic acids, avoid sorrel due to its high oxalate content.

]]> Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:01:58 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 228 In this new short-form episode, Robin Harford challenges our relationship with common sorrel (Rumex acetosa) – a plant we've dismissed for centuries simply because it grows freely everywhere.

This episode introduces a new podcast format: short observations (2-5 minutes) with a call to action. Robin doesn't want you to just listen, he wants you outside, engaging with plants where you are.

Safety note: If you suffer from kidney stones or sensitivity to oxalic acids, avoid sorrel due to its high oxalate content.

]]> botanical,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,herbal,wildfood,wildherbs,wildmedicine,wildplants No EP56: Plants, People & Memory 56 56 EP56: Plants, People & Memory full d35040e9-10f0-4d3e-aa9a-bd20db5eadb3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/924235dd In this episode of the Eatweeds Podcast, Robin Harford is joined by Dr Sarah Edwards, ethnobotanist at the University of Oxford. 

Together they explore the 400-year history of Oxford Botanic Garden — Britain’s oldest physic garden — and why ethnobotany is vital for preserving both cultural knowledge and biodiversity.


Dr Edwards shares her remarkable journey from Kew Gardens to working alongside First Nations communities in Australia, documenting traditional plant use and wisdom.

She reflects on the threats facing global plant diversity, the role of botanic gardens in conservation, and why re-establishing kinship with plants is essential for our future.


About Dr Sarah Edwards
Dr Sarah Edwards is the author of The Ethnobotanical (link) and co-author of Phytopharmacy (link).

She teaches Ethnobiology and Biological Conservation at the University of Oxford and manages plant records at the Oxford Botanic Garden & Arboretum (link). 

Her work bridges science, culture, and art, from field collaborations with First Nations communities in Australia to recent projects with the Richmond Arts Service’s Cultural Reforesting programme.

]]> In this episode of the Eatweeds Podcast, Robin Harford is joined by Dr Sarah Edwards, ethnobotanist at the University of Oxford. 

Together they explore the 400-year history of Oxford Botanic Garden — Britain’s oldest physic garden — and why ethnobotany is vital for preserving both cultural knowledge and biodiversity.


Dr Edwards shares her remarkable journey from Kew Gardens to working alongside First Nations communities in Australia, documenting traditional plant use and wisdom.

She reflects on the threats facing global plant diversity, the role of botanic gardens in conservation, and why re-establishing kinship with plants is essential for our future.


About Dr Sarah Edwards
Dr Sarah Edwards is the author of The Ethnobotanical (link) and co-author of Phytopharmacy (link).

She teaches Ethnobiology and Biological Conservation at the University of Oxford and manages plant records at the Oxford Botanic Garden & Arboretum (link). 

Her work bridges science, culture, and art, from field collaborations with First Nations communities in Australia to recent projects with the Richmond Arts Service’s Cultural Reforesting programme.

]]> Tue, 19 Aug 2025 08:00:00 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 3043 In this episode of the Eatweeds Podcast, Robin Harford is joined by Dr Sarah Edwards, ethnobotanist at the University of Oxford. 

Together they explore the 400-year history of Oxford Botanic Garden — Britain’s oldest physic garden — and why ethnobotany is vital for preserving both cultural knowledge and biodiversity.


Dr Edwards shares her remarkable journey from Kew Gardens to working alongside First Nations communities in Australia, documenting traditional plant use and wisdom.

She reflects on the threats facing global plant diversity, the role of botanic gardens in conservation, and why re-establishing kinship with plants is essential for our future.


About Dr Sarah Edwards
Dr Sarah Edwards is the author of The Ethnobotanical (link) and co-author of Phytopharmacy (link).

She teaches Ethnobiology and Biological Conservation at the University of Oxford and manages plant records at the Oxford Botanic Garden & Arboretum (link). 

Her work bridges science, culture, and art, from field collaborations with First Nations communities in Australia to recent projects with the Richmond Arts Service’s Cultural Reforesting programme.

]]> botanical,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,herbal,wildfood,wildherbs,wildmedicine,wildplants No EP55: The Wild Power of Mushrooms 55 55 EP55: The Wild Power of Mushrooms full 85723ddb-1045-415c-be16-ae5a26205bc9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f6079ab6 Tom Baxter is the founder of Bristol Fungarium, the UK’s first organic-certified medicinal mushroom farm. A former organic vegetable grower and forest school leader, Tom has spent years foraging in the wild across the Pyrenees, Siberia, and the forests of Somerset. Today, he leads a pioneering operation that not only cultivates native strains of mushrooms but also funds neuroscience research and runs the only dedicated analytical lab for medicinal fungi in the UK.

In this episode, Tom joins Robin Harford for a rich and far-reaching conversation about the power, mystery, and challenges of working with medicinal mushrooms. They explore the rise of lion’s mane, the pitfalls of the supplement industry, why most mushroom powders are misleading, and what makes a mushroom extract genuinely effective. It’s a frank and passionate look into one of nature’s oldest and most complex kingdoms.

🎧 Listeners get 15% off at https://bristolfungarium.com/ — use the code WILDPOWER at checkout.

]]> Tom Baxter is the founder of Bristol Fungarium, the UK’s first organic-certified medicinal mushroom farm. A former organic vegetable grower and forest school leader, Tom has spent years foraging in the wild across the Pyrenees, Siberia, and the forests of Somerset. Today, he leads a pioneering operation that not only cultivates native strains of mushrooms but also funds neuroscience research and runs the only dedicated analytical lab for medicinal fungi in the UK.

In this episode, Tom joins Robin Harford for a rich and far-reaching conversation about the power, mystery, and challenges of working with medicinal mushrooms. They explore the rise of lion’s mane, the pitfalls of the supplement industry, why most mushroom powders are misleading, and what makes a mushroom extract genuinely effective. It’s a frank and passionate look into one of nature’s oldest and most complex kingdoms.

🎧 Listeners get 15% off at https://bristolfungarium.com/ — use the code WILDPOWER at checkout.

]]> Wed, 02 Jul 2025 16:40:36 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 3330 Tom Baxter is the founder of Bristol Fungarium, the UK’s first organic-certified medicinal mushroom farm. A former organic vegetable grower and forest school leader, Tom has spent years foraging in the wild across the Pyrenees, Siberia, and the forests of Somerset. Today, he leads a pioneering operation that not only cultivates native strains of mushrooms but also funds neuroscience research and runs the only dedicated analytical lab for medicinal fungi in the UK.

In this episode, Tom joins Robin Harford for a rich and far-reaching conversation about the power, mystery, and challenges of working with medicinal mushrooms. They explore the rise of lion’s mane, the pitfalls of the supplement industry, why most mushroom powders are misleading, and what makes a mushroom extract genuinely effective. It’s a frank and passionate look into one of nature’s oldest and most complex kingdoms.

🎧 Listeners get 15% off at https://bristolfungarium.com/ — use the code WILDPOWER at checkout.

]]> botanical,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,herbal,wildfood,wildherbs,wildmedicine,wildplants No EP54: Wild Ayurveda 54 54 EP54: Wild Ayurveda full b0f88ad0-8bc5-4e15-8c08-84d01baacd8d https://share.transistor.fm/s/2e59cdbf In this episode, herbalist and Ayurvedic practitioner Jo Webber joins Robin Harford to explore how Ayurveda — the world’s oldest system of natural health — can be rooted in the wild plants of Britain.

Together, they unpack the Ayurvedic concepts of the five elements, the three doshas, and the six tastes — and how these ancient principles can guide your modern life, food choices, and foraging practice.

Jo shares how local herbs like nettle, dandelion and wild garlic can be powerful food medicines, how foraging supports physical and emotional balance, and why bioindividuality is key to healing.

This is a lively, grounded conversation blending Eastern philosophy with native plants, seasonal eating, and self-care rooted in the land.


Links & Resources:

If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend — especially someone curious about the intersection of traditional medicine, foraging, and seasonal wellbeing.

]]> In this episode, herbalist and Ayurvedic practitioner Jo Webber joins Robin Harford to explore how Ayurveda — the world’s oldest system of natural health — can be rooted in the wild plants of Britain.

Together, they unpack the Ayurvedic concepts of the five elements, the three doshas, and the six tastes — and how these ancient principles can guide your modern life, food choices, and foraging practice.

Jo shares how local herbs like nettle, dandelion and wild garlic can be powerful food medicines, how foraging supports physical and emotional balance, and why bioindividuality is key to healing.

This is a lively, grounded conversation blending Eastern philosophy with native plants, seasonal eating, and self-care rooted in the land.


Links & Resources:

If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend — especially someone curious about the intersection of traditional medicine, foraging, and seasonal wellbeing.

]]> Mon, 12 May 2025 10:48:23 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2929 In this episode, herbalist and Ayurvedic practitioner Jo Webber joins Robin Harford to explore how Ayurveda — the world’s oldest system of natural health — can be rooted in the wild plants of Britain.

Together, they unpack the Ayurvedic concepts of the five elements, the three doshas, and the six tastes — and how these ancient principles can guide your modern life, food choices, and foraging practice.

Jo shares how local herbs like nettle, dandelion and wild garlic can be powerful food medicines, how foraging supports physical and emotional balance, and why bioindividuality is key to healing.

This is a lively, grounded conversation blending Eastern philosophy with native plants, seasonal eating, and self-care rooted in the land.


Links & Resources:

If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend — especially someone curious about the intersection of traditional medicine, foraging, and seasonal wellbeing.

]]> botanical,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,herbal,wildfood,wildherbs,wildmedicine,wildplants No EP53: Crafting Herbal Teas 53 53 EP53: Crafting Herbal Teas full 80117cc6-b60f-4025-a7b6-c339290bc720 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c9ee22ab In this episode of the Eatweeds Podcast, Robin Harford sits down with Vivien Rolfe, a herbalist and researcher with a fascinating background in both science and herbal medicine. Recorded outdoors in the serene gardens of Penny Brohn in Bristol, this conversation delves into the art and science of herbal teas, the power of plants, and the rich cultural history surrounding their use.

SELECTED LINKS FROM THE EPISODE

ABOUT VIVIEN ROLFE

Viv is a keen herbal researcher, educator and tea blender (and drinker). She splits her time between the National Centre for Integrative Medicine in Bristol teaching on the diploma, and researching herbs as part of her own business Curiosity Research. She is keen that people have fun and learn more about herbs, so co-founded the Cotswold Herb Centre to provide workshops and herb walks in Gloucestershire where she lives.

]]> In this episode of the Eatweeds Podcast, Robin Harford sits down with Vivien Rolfe, a herbalist and researcher with a fascinating background in both science and herbal medicine. Recorded outdoors in the serene gardens of Penny Brohn in Bristol, this conversation delves into the art and science of herbal teas, the power of plants, and the rich cultural history surrounding their use.

SELECTED LINKS FROM THE EPISODE

ABOUT VIVIEN ROLFE

Viv is a keen herbal researcher, educator and tea blender (and drinker). She splits her time between the National Centre for Integrative Medicine in Bristol teaching on the diploma, and researching herbs as part of her own business Curiosity Research. She is keen that people have fun and learn more about herbs, so co-founded the Cotswold Herb Centre to provide workshops and herb walks in Gloucestershire where she lives.

]]> Mon, 25 Nov 2024 12:34:44 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2792 In this episode of the Eatweeds Podcast, Robin Harford sits down with Vivien Rolfe, a herbalist and researcher with a fascinating background in both science and herbal medicine. Recorded outdoors in the serene gardens of Penny Brohn in Bristol, this conversation delves into the art and science of herbal teas, the power of plants, and the rich cultural history surrounding their use.

SELECTED LINKS FROM THE EPISODE

ABOUT VIVIEN ROLFE

Viv is a keen herbal researcher, educator and tea blender (and drinker). She splits her time between the National Centre for Integrative Medicine in Bristol teaching on the diploma, and researching herbs as part of her own business Curiosity Research. She is keen that people have fun and learn more about herbs, so co-founded the Cotswold Herb Centre to provide workshops and herb walks in Gloucestershire where she lives.

]]> botanical,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,herbal,wildfood,wildherbs,wildmedicine,wildplants No EP52: Indigenous Plant Practices in India 52 52 EP52: Indigenous Plant Practices in India full 23414db5-cc64-40fd-ad5a-a3415653cf6f https://share.transistor.fm/s/93f297f3 In this episode of the Eatweeds podcast, Robin Harford is joined by filmmaker Nirman Choudhury to explore the deep connection between India’s indigenous communities and their traditional ecological knowledge of plants.

Nirman shares insights from his project "Shifting Narratives," which highlights how tribal and Dalit communities use visual storytelling to document their relationship with their environment.

The conversation delves into how these communities sustainably harvest forest produce, use plants for food and medicine, and maintain spiritual practices tied to the land.

Through stories of resilience, they discuss the importance of preserving indigenous plant knowledge and the vital role it plays in environmental stewardship.

SELECTED LINKS FROM THE EPISODE

ABOUT NIRMAN CHOUDHURY

Nirman Choudhury is a film-maker and Visual Artist working in the intersection of storytelling and films for change, with a strong focus on human rights issues such as caste discrimination, hunger and inter sectional indigenous/tribal issues. Using lens based practices to engage with communities and foster growth and social change. He also runs a commercial video production studio based in Mumbai.

]]> In this episode of the Eatweeds podcast, Robin Harford is joined by filmmaker Nirman Choudhury to explore the deep connection between India’s indigenous communities and their traditional ecological knowledge of plants.

Nirman shares insights from his project "Shifting Narratives," which highlights how tribal and Dalit communities use visual storytelling to document their relationship with their environment.

The conversation delves into how these communities sustainably harvest forest produce, use plants for food and medicine, and maintain spiritual practices tied to the land.

Through stories of resilience, they discuss the importance of preserving indigenous plant knowledge and the vital role it plays in environmental stewardship.

SELECTED LINKS FROM THE EPISODE

ABOUT NIRMAN CHOUDHURY

Nirman Choudhury is a film-maker and Visual Artist working in the intersection of storytelling and films for change, with a strong focus on human rights issues such as caste discrimination, hunger and inter sectional indigenous/tribal issues. Using lens based practices to engage with communities and foster growth and social change. He also runs a commercial video production studio based in Mumbai.

]]> Tue, 01 Oct 2024 19:07:47 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2741 In this episode of the Eatweeds podcast, Robin Harford is joined by filmmaker Nirman Choudhury to explore the deep connection between India’s indigenous communities and their traditional ecological knowledge of plants.

Nirman shares insights from his project "Shifting Narratives," which highlights how tribal and Dalit communities use visual storytelling to document their relationship with their environment.

The conversation delves into how these communities sustainably harvest forest produce, use plants for food and medicine, and maintain spiritual practices tied to the land.

Through stories of resilience, they discuss the importance of preserving indigenous plant knowledge and the vital role it plays in environmental stewardship.

SELECTED LINKS FROM THE EPISODE

ABOUT NIRMAN CHOUDHURY

Nirman Choudhury is a film-maker and Visual Artist working in the intersection of storytelling and films for change, with a strong focus on human rights issues such as caste discrimination, hunger and inter sectional indigenous/tribal issues. Using lens based practices to engage with communities and foster growth and social change. He also runs a commercial video production studio based in Mumbai.

]]> botanical,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,herbal,wildfood,wildherbs,wildmedicine,wildplants No EP51: Green Recovery - Beyond Sexual Trauma 51 51 EP51: Green Recovery - Beyond Sexual Trauma full b1f62ddd-84de-4a12-9eeb-1b0dda603ada https://share.transistor.fm/s/be3eed23 In this powerful episode, host Robin Harford welcomes Hannah-May Batley, founder of Hedge School, to discuss her groundbreaking work in plant-based healing and community regeneration.

Hannah-May shares her journey from a post-mining community in South Yorkshire to creating a unique curriculum that addresses trauma, particularly sexual violence against women, through reconnection with nature.

She explains how foraging, wild food, and traditional plant knowledge can be powerful tools for recovery and resilience.

Highlights Include

  • The origins of Hedge School and its impact on post-mining communities
  • How plant-based practices can aid in sexual violence recovery
  • The intersection of class, land rights, and healing
  • Personal insights into nature as an anchor during dark times

This episode offers a sensitive yet hopeful exploration of how returning to our roots - literally and figuratively - can pave the way for profound healing and community restoration.

Don't miss this inspiring conversation about the transformative power of our connection to plants and place.

Rape Crisis Resources

Recommended Books

About Hannah-May Batley

Hannah-May is an unruly educator & the founder of Hedge School, a school that seeks to recover, reconnect & restore our relationship with kith & kin through plant-work, traditional skills & unruly education. 

She would describe herself as a woman deeply interested in the human relationship with plants, minerals & mark-making. Hannah-may teaches foraging, community herbalism, wild food, how to forage & process wild pigments & botanical inks, preservation methods & folk medicine.

She is a writer with work published in several UK journals & magazines & is currently working on her first book. Hannah-May is a member of the Society of Ethnobotanist & Pigments Revealed International. She specialises in working with community trauma, taking plant-work into marginalised communities.

Connect With Hannah-May Batley

Instagram: Woman of the Hedge
Instagram: Hannah-May Batley
Substack: Root and Rock
Website: HedgeSchool.co.uk


Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Substack, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

If you're ready to uncover the secrets of Britain and Northern Europe's wild plants, grab a copy of my bestselling foraging book. Inside, you'll learn how to safely harvest and thrive on nature's bounty.

Embark on a journey through 48 essential wild plants, all beautifully illustrated in full colour. Rediscover the forgotten wisdom of our ancestors and revive our ancestral heritage. Get your copy today and start your foraging journey!

]]> In this powerful episode, host Robin Harford welcomes Hannah-May Batley, founder of Hedge School, to discuss her groundbreaking work in plant-based healing and community regeneration.

Hannah-May shares her journey from a post-mining community in South Yorkshire to creating a unique curriculum that addresses trauma, particularly sexual violence against women, through reconnection with nature.

She explains how foraging, wild food, and traditional plant knowledge can be powerful tools for recovery and resilience.

Highlights Include

  • The origins of Hedge School and its impact on post-mining communities
  • How plant-based practices can aid in sexual violence recovery
  • The intersection of class, land rights, and healing
  • Personal insights into nature as an anchor during dark times

This episode offers a sensitive yet hopeful exploration of how returning to our roots - literally and figuratively - can pave the way for profound healing and community restoration.

Don't miss this inspiring conversation about the transformative power of our connection to plants and place.

Rape Crisis Resources

Recommended Books

About Hannah-May Batley

Hannah-May is an unruly educator & the founder of Hedge School, a school that seeks to recover, reconnect & restore our relationship with kith & kin through plant-work, traditional skills & unruly education. 

She would describe herself as a woman deeply interested in the human relationship with plants, minerals & mark-making. Hannah-may teaches foraging, community herbalism, wild food, how to forage & process wild pigments & botanical inks, preservation methods & folk medicine.

She is a writer with work published in several UK journals & magazines & is currently working on her first book. Hannah-May is a member of the Society of Ethnobotanist & Pigments Revealed International. She specialises in working with community trauma, taking plant-work into marginalised communities.

Connect With Hannah-May Batley

Instagram: Woman of the Hedge
Instagram: Hannah-May Batley
Substack: Root and Rock
Website: HedgeSchool.co.uk


Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Substack, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

If you're ready to uncover the secrets of Britain and Northern Europe's wild plants, grab a copy of my bestselling foraging book. Inside, you'll learn how to safely harvest and thrive on nature's bounty.

Embark on a journey through 48 essential wild plants, all beautifully illustrated in full colour. Rediscover the forgotten wisdom of our ancestors and revive our ancestral heritage. Get your copy today and start your foraging journey!

]]> Fri, 05 Jul 2024 10:55:31 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2848 In this powerful episode, host Robin Harford welcomes Hannah-May Batley, founder of Hedge School, to discuss her groundbreaking work in plant-based healing and community regeneration.

Hannah-May shares her journey from a post-mining community in South Yorkshire to creating a unique curriculum that addresses trauma, particularly sexual violence against women, through reconnection with nature.

She explains how foraging, wild food, and traditional plant knowledge can be powerful tools for recovery and resilience.

Highlights Include

  • The origins of Hedge School and its impact on post-mining communities
  • How plant-based practices can aid in sexual violence recovery
  • The intersection of class, land rights, and healing
  • Personal insights into nature as an anchor during dark times

This episode offers a sensitive yet hopeful exploration of how returning to our roots - literally and figuratively - can pave the way for profound healing and community restoration.

Don't miss this inspiring conversation about the transformative power of our connection to plants and place.

Rape Crisis Resources

Recommended Books

About Hannah-May Batley

Hannah-May is an unruly educator & the founder of Hedge School, a school that seeks to recover, reconnect & restore our relationship with kith & kin through plant-work, traditional skills & unruly education. 

She would describe herself as a woman deeply interested in the human relationship with plants, minerals & mark-making. Hannah-may teaches foraging, community herbalism, wild food, how to forage & process wild pigments & botanical inks, preservation methods & folk medicine.

She is a writer with work published in several UK journals & magazines & is currently working on her first book. Hannah-May is a member of the Society of Ethnobotanist & Pigments Revealed International. She specialises in working with community trauma, taking plant-work into marginalised communities.

Connect With Hannah-May Batley

Instagram: Woman of the Hedge
Instagram: Hannah-May Batley
Substack: Root and Rock
Website: HedgeSchool.co.uk


Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Substack, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

If you're ready to uncover the secrets of Britain and Northern Europe's wild plants, grab a copy of my bestselling foraging book. Inside, you'll learn how to safely harvest and thrive on nature's bounty.

Embark on a journey through 48 essential wild plants, all beautifully illustrated in full colour. Rediscover the forgotten wisdom of our ancestors and revive our ancestral heritage. Get your copy today and start your foraging journey!

]]> foraging, wild food, plant-based healing, sexual violence recovery No EP50: The Sound of Trees 50 50 EP50: The Sound of Trees full c6e4fb5d-359b-4a84-af5e-4119c741c561 https://share.transistor.fm/s/958b9b97 Welcome to Episode 50 of the Eatweeds podcast, where host Robin Harford takes us on an auditory journey into the world of sound art and ecoacoustics with guest Jez riley French.


In this episode, titled 'The Sound of Trees', we dive into the fascinating world of listening to plants and the hidden layers of sound that surround us.


Jez, a leading British sound artist, shares the behind-the-scenes details of his latest exhibition in the Forest of Dean, revealing the actual internal sounds of plants and trees through his self-built microphones.


The immersive live installation aims to change the way we engage with forests, moving beyond their traditional leisurely use.


Highlights of the episode include Jez's discussion on the ethics of field recording, the importance of listening on nature's terms, and the significance of durational listening.


He also sheds light on the often overlooked history of women in sound art and field recording, challenging the conventional narratives that have long dominated these fields.


Listeners are encouraged to rethink their relationship with nature and sound, embracing the complexity and beauty of the world's acoustic environment. 


Whether you're a seasoned sound artist or new to the concept of ecoacoustics, this episode offers a fresh perspective on the art of listening and the power of sound to connect us more deeply with the natural world.


Tune in for an enlightening conversation that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the sounds that often go unnoticed.


Show notes are below for a deeper dive into Jez riley French's work, and the transformative power of sound.

Connect With Jez riley French

Credits

Many thanks to Pheobe riley Law for permission to use her photo of Jez in the episode artwork.


Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> Welcome to Episode 50 of the Eatweeds podcast, where host Robin Harford takes us on an auditory journey into the world of sound art and ecoacoustics with guest Jez riley French.


In this episode, titled 'The Sound of Trees', we dive into the fascinating world of listening to plants and the hidden layers of sound that surround us.


Jez, a leading British sound artist, shares the behind-the-scenes details of his latest exhibition in the Forest of Dean, revealing the actual internal sounds of plants and trees through his self-built microphones.


The immersive live installation aims to change the way we engage with forests, moving beyond their traditional leisurely use.


Highlights of the episode include Jez's discussion on the ethics of field recording, the importance of listening on nature's terms, and the significance of durational listening.


He also sheds light on the often overlooked history of women in sound art and field recording, challenging the conventional narratives that have long dominated these fields.


Listeners are encouraged to rethink their relationship with nature and sound, embracing the complexity and beauty of the world's acoustic environment. 


Whether you're a seasoned sound artist or new to the concept of ecoacoustics, this episode offers a fresh perspective on the art of listening and the power of sound to connect us more deeply with the natural world.


Tune in for an enlightening conversation that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the sounds that often go unnoticed.


Show notes are below for a deeper dive into Jez riley French's work, and the transformative power of sound.

Connect With Jez riley French

Credits

Many thanks to Pheobe riley Law for permission to use her photo of Jez in the episode artwork.


Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> Mon, 29 Jan 2024 16:31:17 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2789 Welcome to Episode 50 of the Eatweeds podcast, where host Robin Harford takes us on an auditory journey into the world of sound art and ecoacoustics with guest Jez riley French.


In this episode, titled 'The Sound of Trees', we dive into the fascinating world of listening to plants and the hidden layers of sound that surround us.


Jez, a leading British sound artist, shares the behind-the-scenes details of his latest exhibition in the Forest of Dean, revealing the actual internal sounds of plants and trees through his self-built microphones.


The immersive live installation aims to change the way we engage with forests, moving beyond their traditional leisurely use.


Highlights of the episode include Jez's discussion on the ethics of field recording, the importance of listening on nature's terms, and the significance of durational listening.


He also sheds light on the often overlooked history of women in sound art and field recording, challenging the conventional narratives that have long dominated these fields.


Listeners are encouraged to rethink their relationship with nature and sound, embracing the complexity and beauty of the world's acoustic environment. 


Whether you're a seasoned sound artist or new to the concept of ecoacoustics, this episode offers a fresh perspective on the art of listening and the power of sound to connect us more deeply with the natural world.


Tune in for an enlightening conversation that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the sounds that often go unnoticed.


Show notes are below for a deeper dive into Jez riley French's work, and the transformative power of sound.

Connect With Jez riley French

Credits

Many thanks to Pheobe riley Law for permission to use her photo of Jez in the episode artwork.


Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> ecoacoustics, plantacoustics, deep listening, soundart, field recordings No EP49: So You Want To Be A Herbalist 49 49 EP49: So You Want To Be A Herbalist full da2f2d4f-1908-444d-a489-a4baa1014b8d https://share.transistor.fm/s/9e75227a In this episode, #49 of the Eatweeds podcast, I sit down with Helen Kearney at the Betonica herb school on a lazy Summer day in the Devon countryside.

We dive into the added value herbalists bring to the strained National Health Service (NHS) and discuss Helen's path from being inspired by her grandmother to becoming a medical herbalist and educator.

We tackle the evolution of medicine since World War II, highlighting the crucial role of self-care and the struggle for herbal medicine's legal recognition.

Helen shares the comprehensive training that goes into becoming a skilled herbalist and how Betonica equips students with necessary business skills to make the practice successful.

Our discussion also spans the integration of herbal medicine into the NHS, social prescribing, and the need for herbalists to actively engage with their communities.

I wrap up the conversation by exploring how herbalism is becoming more inclusive, the shift in gender dynamics in the field, and Betonica's community-focused principles.

Helen details her vision for Betonica as more than just a school; it's a place that connects and builds community in response to healthcare challenges.

Join me in this episode for a direct discussion on personal experiences and insights into the future of medical herbalism.

Connect With Helen Kearney and the Betonica Herb School

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> In this episode, #49 of the Eatweeds podcast, I sit down with Helen Kearney at the Betonica herb school on a lazy Summer day in the Devon countryside.

We dive into the added value herbalists bring to the strained National Health Service (NHS) and discuss Helen's path from being inspired by her grandmother to becoming a medical herbalist and educator.

We tackle the evolution of medicine since World War II, highlighting the crucial role of self-care and the struggle for herbal medicine's legal recognition.

Helen shares the comprehensive training that goes into becoming a skilled herbalist and how Betonica equips students with necessary business skills to make the practice successful.

Our discussion also spans the integration of herbal medicine into the NHS, social prescribing, and the need for herbalists to actively engage with their communities.

I wrap up the conversation by exploring how herbalism is becoming more inclusive, the shift in gender dynamics in the field, and Betonica's community-focused principles.

Helen details her vision for Betonica as more than just a school; it's a place that connects and builds community in response to healthcare challenges.

Join me in this episode for a direct discussion on personal experiences and insights into the future of medical herbalism.

Connect With Helen Kearney and the Betonica Herb School

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> Tue, 07 Nov 2023 14:47:08 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 3354 In this episode, #49 of the Eatweeds podcast, I sit down with Helen Kearney at the Betonica herb school on a lazy Summer day in the Devon countryside.

We dive into the added value herbalists bring to the strained National Health Service (NHS) and discuss Helen's path from being inspired by her grandmother to becoming a medical herbalist and educator.

We tackle the evolution of medicine since World War II, highlighting the crucial role of self-care and the struggle for herbal medicine's legal recognition.

Helen shares the comprehensive training that goes into becoming a skilled herbalist and how Betonica equips students with necessary business skills to make the practice successful.

Our discussion also spans the integration of herbal medicine into the NHS, social prescribing, and the need for herbalists to actively engage with their communities.

I wrap up the conversation by exploring how herbalism is becoming more inclusive, the shift in gender dynamics in the field, and Betonica's community-focused principles.

Helen details her vision for Betonica as more than just a school; it's a place that connects and builds community in response to healthcare challenges.

Join me in this episode for a direct discussion on personal experiences and insights into the future of medical herbalism.

Connect With Helen Kearney and the Betonica Herb School

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> herbal, herbalism, herbal medicine, herbs, plant medicine, self-care, herbal wellbeing No EP48: The Car Free Forager - An Interview With Andy Hamilton 48 48 EP48: The Car Free Forager - An Interview With Andy Hamilton full fe58f2ec-4b05-410d-b843-312efb7ea28e https://share.transistor.fm/s/0853e5bc In this episode of the Eatweeds podcast, Robin Harford invites the seasoned forager, Andy Hamilton, for a deep and meaningful conversation about the evolving world of foraging, wild food, and wildcrafting.

They take listeners on a journey, reflecting on their first meeting years ago and exploring the transformation of the foraging community's online presence over the years.

Connect With Andy Hamilton

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> In this episode of the Eatweeds podcast, Robin Harford invites the seasoned forager, Andy Hamilton, for a deep and meaningful conversation about the evolving world of foraging, wild food, and wildcrafting.

They take listeners on a journey, reflecting on their first meeting years ago and exploring the transformation of the foraging community's online presence over the years.

Connect With Andy Hamilton

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> Fri, 29 Sep 2023 16:55:58 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 1963 In this episode of the Eatweeds podcast, Robin Harford invites the seasoned forager, Andy Hamilton, for a deep and meaningful conversation about the evolving world of foraging, wild food, and wildcrafting.

They take listeners on a journey, reflecting on their first meeting years ago and exploring the transformation of the foraging community's online presence over the years.

Connect With Andy Hamilton

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> botanical,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,herbal,wildfood,wildherbs,wildmedicine,wildplants No EP47: Foraging, Sustainability and Culinary Exploration with Matthew Pennington 47 47 EP47: Foraging, Sustainability and Culinary Exploration with Matthew Pennington full 9fedad1e-44dd-45bb-a308-37114f8dc66b https://share.transistor.fm/s/3f866655 In this episode of Eatweeds, host Robin Harford interviews Matthew Pennington, co-owner of The Ethicurean restaurant. 

Matthew discusses the restaurant's philosophy of using 80-90% of its ingredients from its own Victorian walled garden and orchard, as well as from local suppliers. He also talks about the importance of foraging for wild food, and how it can help to connect us to the natural world.


Other topics covered in the episode include:

  • The challenges of running a sustainable restaurant
  • The importance of using seasonal ingredients
  • The art of fermentation
  • The future of food

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in food, sustainability, and the natural world.


Connect With The Ethicurean

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> In this episode of Eatweeds, host Robin Harford interviews Matthew Pennington, co-owner of The Ethicurean restaurant. 

Matthew discusses the restaurant's philosophy of using 80-90% of its ingredients from its own Victorian walled garden and orchard, as well as from local suppliers. He also talks about the importance of foraging for wild food, and how it can help to connect us to the natural world.


Other topics covered in the episode include:

  • The challenges of running a sustainable restaurant
  • The importance of using seasonal ingredients
  • The art of fermentation
  • The future of food

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in food, sustainability, and the natural world.


Connect With The Ethicurean

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> Thu, 07 Sep 2023 22:54:23 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2314 In this episode of Eatweeds, host Robin Harford interviews Matthew Pennington, co-owner of The Ethicurean restaurant. 

Matthew discusses the restaurant's philosophy of using 80-90% of its ingredients from its own Victorian walled garden and orchard, as well as from local suppliers. He also talks about the importance of foraging for wild food, and how it can help to connect us to the natural world.


Other topics covered in the episode include:

  • The challenges of running a sustainable restaurant
  • The importance of using seasonal ingredients
  • The art of fermentation
  • The future of food

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in food, sustainability, and the natural world.


Connect With The Ethicurean

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> foraging, wild food, hospitality, wildcrafting, botanicals, homemade, fermentation No EP46: Foraging In Italy 46 46 EP46: Foraging In Italy full 06c5f9e7-b5a7-485d-8214-a77d71108d3e https://share.transistor.fm/s/bef50414 This week on the Eatweeds podcast, we travel to the remote, idyllic region of Abruzzo, Italy, a haven for foragers, to meet our special guest, Marta Udalowa. Originally hailing from Poland, Marta has turned her passion for wild foods into a lifestyle, immersed in the bounty of nature.

Join host Robin Harford as he engages in a fascinating conversation with Marta, a master pickler, about life in the Italian countryside, the art of foraging, and the delightful practice of pickling and preserving. This episode shines a spotlight on how Marta bridges the gap between the wild and the kitchen table, making the most of both cultivated and uncultivated plants.

In episode 46, "Foraging In Italy", you'll discover:

- The magic and abundance of Abruzzo’s unique flora, a true paradise for foragers.
- The secrets and techniques of pickling and preserving, passed down through generations and honed by Marta to perfection.
- The value and satisfaction of country living, and how the line between wild and cultivated foods can blur in a beautiful synergy.
- Marta’s personal experiences and stories of foraging in Italy, offering a fresh perspective on wildcrafting.

Whether you're a seasoned forager or just starting to explore the world of wild foods, you won't want to miss this insightful and inspiring episode. Discover how Marta's Italian adventure can provide you with new ideas for your own foraging practices, and maybe inspire you to try your hand at pickling!

Connect With Marta (Forager In Italy)

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> This week on the Eatweeds podcast, we travel to the remote, idyllic region of Abruzzo, Italy, a haven for foragers, to meet our special guest, Marta Udalowa. Originally hailing from Poland, Marta has turned her passion for wild foods into a lifestyle, immersed in the bounty of nature.

Join host Robin Harford as he engages in a fascinating conversation with Marta, a master pickler, about life in the Italian countryside, the art of foraging, and the delightful practice of pickling and preserving. This episode shines a spotlight on how Marta bridges the gap between the wild and the kitchen table, making the most of both cultivated and uncultivated plants.

In episode 46, "Foraging In Italy", you'll discover:

- The magic and abundance of Abruzzo’s unique flora, a true paradise for foragers.
- The secrets and techniques of pickling and preserving, passed down through generations and honed by Marta to perfection.
- The value and satisfaction of country living, and how the line between wild and cultivated foods can blur in a beautiful synergy.
- Marta’s personal experiences and stories of foraging in Italy, offering a fresh perspective on wildcrafting.

Whether you're a seasoned forager or just starting to explore the world of wild foods, you won't want to miss this insightful and inspiring episode. Discover how Marta's Italian adventure can provide you with new ideas for your own foraging practices, and maybe inspire you to try your hand at pickling!

Connect With Marta (Forager In Italy)

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> Wed, 12 Jul 2023 13:48:28 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2086 This week on the Eatweeds podcast, we travel to the remote, idyllic region of Abruzzo, Italy, a haven for foragers, to meet our special guest, Marta Udalowa. Originally hailing from Poland, Marta has turned her passion for wild foods into a lifestyle, immersed in the bounty of nature.

Join host Robin Harford as he engages in a fascinating conversation with Marta, a master pickler, about life in the Italian countryside, the art of foraging, and the delightful practice of pickling and preserving. This episode shines a spotlight on how Marta bridges the gap between the wild and the kitchen table, making the most of both cultivated and uncultivated plants.

In episode 46, "Foraging In Italy", you'll discover:

- The magic and abundance of Abruzzo’s unique flora, a true paradise for foragers.
- The secrets and techniques of pickling and preserving, passed down through generations and honed by Marta to perfection.
- The value and satisfaction of country living, and how the line between wild and cultivated foods can blur in a beautiful synergy.
- Marta’s personal experiences and stories of foraging in Italy, offering a fresh perspective on wildcrafting.

Whether you're a seasoned forager or just starting to explore the world of wild foods, you won't want to miss this insightful and inspiring episode. Discover how Marta's Italian adventure can provide you with new ideas for your own foraging practices, and maybe inspire you to try your hand at pickling!

Connect With Marta (Forager In Italy)

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> botanical,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,herbal,wildfood,wildherbs,wildmedicine,wildplants No EP45: Hawthorn Harmony - A Tale of Foraging, Wildcrafting, and Connection 45 45 EP45: Hawthorn Harmony - A Tale of Foraging, Wildcrafting, and Connection full d5e89bbf-2702-4fdd-8d0e-2241daecb3c4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/56ab6f5d Join us for a breath of fresh air with episode 45 of 'Eatweeds,' a podcast dedicated to celebrating the joy and richness of wild food. Our host, Robin Harford, transports us away from the bustle of daily life, inviting us to pause, reflect, and savor the exquisite moments of being at one with nature.

In this special episode, Robin trades his traditional role as host to become our storyteller, bringing to life his personal essay on the pure, simple beauty of gathering Hawthorn flowers for syrup.

Key topics covered include:

- The art and wonder of foraging, in this case, focusing on the hawthorn.
- The transformative process of wildcrafting, turning simple hawthorn flowers into a tantalizing syrup.
- Embracing nature's cycles and the magic of spring when hawthorns bloom.

Robin takes us on a sensory journey, painting a vivid picture of an English spring, when Hawthorn trees burst into life, their branches heavy with cream-colored blooms. As he walks us through the process of gathering these delicate blossoms, we are immersed in a fairy-tale landscape where bees dance joyously around the flowers, and the early morning dew brings a glistening freshness to the day.

But this episode is about more than just the act of gathering hawthorn flowers; it's a meditative exploration of our connection to the natural world. As Robin shares his experience, we learn how foraging becomes a kind of alchemy, transforming not just the flowers into syrup, but the forager into an integral part of nature's narrative.

Robin eloquently conveys the sheer joy and vitality that come from engaging directly with nature, infusing life with a rustic simplicity that's often missing in our urbanized existence. Making hawthorn syrup becomes a meaningful ritual, a way to weave nature into our everyday routines, creating an escape from emails, screens, and the never-ending scroll of modern life.

In this enchanting episode of 'Eatweeds', Robin invites you to join him in saying yes to the delight of gathering Hawthorn flowers and invites you to rediscover a connection that nurtures not just our bodies, but our souls.

Tune in, step out, and allow the wild to feed your spirit with Eatweeds!

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> Join us for a breath of fresh air with episode 45 of 'Eatweeds,' a podcast dedicated to celebrating the joy and richness of wild food. Our host, Robin Harford, transports us away from the bustle of daily life, inviting us to pause, reflect, and savor the exquisite moments of being at one with nature.

In this special episode, Robin trades his traditional role as host to become our storyteller, bringing to life his personal essay on the pure, simple beauty of gathering Hawthorn flowers for syrup.

Key topics covered include:

- The art and wonder of foraging, in this case, focusing on the hawthorn.
- The transformative process of wildcrafting, turning simple hawthorn flowers into a tantalizing syrup.
- Embracing nature's cycles and the magic of spring when hawthorns bloom.

Robin takes us on a sensory journey, painting a vivid picture of an English spring, when Hawthorn trees burst into life, their branches heavy with cream-colored blooms. As he walks us through the process of gathering these delicate blossoms, we are immersed in a fairy-tale landscape where bees dance joyously around the flowers, and the early morning dew brings a glistening freshness to the day.

But this episode is about more than just the act of gathering hawthorn flowers; it's a meditative exploration of our connection to the natural world. As Robin shares his experience, we learn how foraging becomes a kind of alchemy, transforming not just the flowers into syrup, but the forager into an integral part of nature's narrative.

Robin eloquently conveys the sheer joy and vitality that come from engaging directly with nature, infusing life with a rustic simplicity that's often missing in our urbanized existence. Making hawthorn syrup becomes a meaningful ritual, a way to weave nature into our everyday routines, creating an escape from emails, screens, and the never-ending scroll of modern life.

In this enchanting episode of 'Eatweeds', Robin invites you to join him in saying yes to the delight of gathering Hawthorn flowers and invites you to rediscover a connection that nurtures not just our bodies, but our souls.

Tune in, step out, and allow the wild to feed your spirit with Eatweeds!

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> Fri, 19 May 2023 14:48:45 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 171 Join us for a breath of fresh air with episode 45 of 'Eatweeds,' a podcast dedicated to celebrating the joy and richness of wild food. Our host, Robin Harford, transports us away from the bustle of daily life, inviting us to pause, reflect, and savor the exquisite moments of being at one with nature.

In this special episode, Robin trades his traditional role as host to become our storyteller, bringing to life his personal essay on the pure, simple beauty of gathering Hawthorn flowers for syrup.

Key topics covered include:

- The art and wonder of foraging, in this case, focusing on the hawthorn.
- The transformative process of wildcrafting, turning simple hawthorn flowers into a tantalizing syrup.
- Embracing nature's cycles and the magic of spring when hawthorns bloom.

Robin takes us on a sensory journey, painting a vivid picture of an English spring, when Hawthorn trees burst into life, their branches heavy with cream-colored blooms. As he walks us through the process of gathering these delicate blossoms, we are immersed in a fairy-tale landscape where bees dance joyously around the flowers, and the early morning dew brings a glistening freshness to the day.

But this episode is about more than just the act of gathering hawthorn flowers; it's a meditative exploration of our connection to the natural world. As Robin shares his experience, we learn how foraging becomes a kind of alchemy, transforming not just the flowers into syrup, but the forager into an integral part of nature's narrative.

Robin eloquently conveys the sheer joy and vitality that come from engaging directly with nature, infusing life with a rustic simplicity that's often missing in our urbanized existence. Making hawthorn syrup becomes a meaningful ritual, a way to weave nature into our everyday routines, creating an escape from emails, screens, and the never-ending scroll of modern life.

In this enchanting episode of 'Eatweeds', Robin invites you to join him in saying yes to the delight of gathering Hawthorn flowers and invites you to rediscover a connection that nurtures not just our bodies, but our souls.

Tune in, step out, and allow the wild to feed your spirit with Eatweeds!

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.

]]> botanical,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,herbal,wildfood,wildherbs,wildmedicine,wildplants No EP44: A Year on Wild Food 44 44 EP44: A Year on Wild Food full 1f3e1427-505a-40b9-9ad0-fa4152c7e566 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f261b167 My guest for this episode of the Eatweeds podcast is the remarkable Mo' Wilde. An author and experienced foraging teacher, Mo' has done something few could even contemplate: she lived for a full year completely sustained by wild food. Her fascinating journey and profound insights will have you rethinking your daily meals and your connection to the world around you.

Key topics for this episode include:

  • The incredible diversity of the microbiome and its importance for gut health.
  • The essential practice of foraging and how it connects us to our ancestors.
  • The astounding variety and nutritional richness of wild food.
  • An in-depth discussion on food choices, their impact on our bodies, and the environment.

Throughout the episode, Mo' shares the highs and lows of her year on wild food, detailing how it impacted her health, wellbeing, and particularly her microbiome. You'll hear about the changes she observed, the challenges she faced, and how the experience deepened her connection with nature.

Robin and Mo' also delve into thought-provoking discussions about our food choices and how they directly influence not only our personal health, but the health of our soil and the broader ecosystem. Mo's unique perspective brings a refreshing and much-needed critique of our contemporary food systems, inspiring listeners to consider their own role within these systems.

Join us for Episode 44 of Eatweeds, 'A Year on Wild Food', and take a step into the wild side of nutrition and ecological awareness. Whether you're a seasoned forager or just starting your wild food journey, this episode is a trove of knowledge, inspiration, and food for thought.

Connect with Mo Wilde


Selected links from the show

About Mo Wilde

Mo is a forager, research herbalist and ethnobotanist. She lives in West Lothian in a self-built wooden house on 4 organic acres where she is encouraging medicinal and foraging species to make their home, creating a wild, teaching garden. She has a Masters degree in Herbal Medicine, and is a Fellow of the Linnean Society, a Member of the British Mycological Society and a Member of the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS). She also teaches foraging and herbal medicine courses, with the aim of “Restoring Vital Connection”.

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.


]]> My guest for this episode of the Eatweeds podcast is the remarkable Mo' Wilde. An author and experienced foraging teacher, Mo' has done something few could even contemplate: she lived for a full year completely sustained by wild food. Her fascinating journey and profound insights will have you rethinking your daily meals and your connection to the world around you.

Key topics for this episode include:

  • The incredible diversity of the microbiome and its importance for gut health.
  • The essential practice of foraging and how it connects us to our ancestors.
  • The astounding variety and nutritional richness of wild food.
  • An in-depth discussion on food choices, their impact on our bodies, and the environment.

Throughout the episode, Mo' shares the highs and lows of her year on wild food, detailing how it impacted her health, wellbeing, and particularly her microbiome. You'll hear about the changes she observed, the challenges she faced, and how the experience deepened her connection with nature.

Robin and Mo' also delve into thought-provoking discussions about our food choices and how they directly influence not only our personal health, but the health of our soil and the broader ecosystem. Mo's unique perspective brings a refreshing and much-needed critique of our contemporary food systems, inspiring listeners to consider their own role within these systems.

Join us for Episode 44 of Eatweeds, 'A Year on Wild Food', and take a step into the wild side of nutrition and ecological awareness. Whether you're a seasoned forager or just starting your wild food journey, this episode is a trove of knowledge, inspiration, and food for thought.

Connect with Mo Wilde


Selected links from the show

About Mo Wilde

Mo is a forager, research herbalist and ethnobotanist. She lives in West Lothian in a self-built wooden house on 4 organic acres where she is encouraging medicinal and foraging species to make their home, creating a wild, teaching garden. She has a Masters degree in Herbal Medicine, and is a Fellow of the Linnean Society, a Member of the British Mycological Society and a Member of the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS). She also teaches foraging and herbal medicine courses, with the aim of “Restoring Vital Connection”.

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.


]]> Tue, 09 May 2023 15:51:26 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 3540 My guest for this episode of the Eatweeds podcast is the remarkable Mo' Wilde. An author and experienced foraging teacher, Mo' has done something few could even contemplate: she lived for a full year completely sustained by wild food. Her fascinating journey and profound insights will have you rethinking your daily meals and your connection to the world around you.

Key topics for this episode include:

  • The incredible diversity of the microbiome and its importance for gut health.
  • The essential practice of foraging and how it connects us to our ancestors.
  • The astounding variety and nutritional richness of wild food.
  • An in-depth discussion on food choices, their impact on our bodies, and the environment.

Throughout the episode, Mo' shares the highs and lows of her year on wild food, detailing how it impacted her health, wellbeing, and particularly her microbiome. You'll hear about the changes she observed, the challenges she faced, and how the experience deepened her connection with nature.

Robin and Mo' also delve into thought-provoking discussions about our food choices and how they directly influence not only our personal health, but the health of our soil and the broader ecosystem. Mo's unique perspective brings a refreshing and much-needed critique of our contemporary food systems, inspiring listeners to consider their own role within these systems.

Join us for Episode 44 of Eatweeds, 'A Year on Wild Food', and take a step into the wild side of nutrition and ecological awareness. Whether you're a seasoned forager or just starting your wild food journey, this episode is a trove of knowledge, inspiration, and food for thought.

Connect with Mo Wilde


Selected links from the show

About Mo Wilde

Mo is a forager, research herbalist and ethnobotanist. She lives in West Lothian in a self-built wooden house on 4 organic acres where she is encouraging medicinal and foraging species to make their home, creating a wild, teaching garden. She has a Masters degree in Herbal Medicine, and is a Fellow of the Linnean Society, a Member of the British Mycological Society and a Member of the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS). She also teaches foraging and herbal medicine courses, with the aim of “Restoring Vital Connection”.

Back Matter

Follow me (Robin Harford), for the latest updates and insights around foraging and wild food on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

And if you're ready to discover the secrets of Britain and Ireland's wild plants, get my bestselling foraging book. In it I teach you how to safely thrive from nature's larder.


]]> botanical,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,herbal,wildfood,wildherbs,wildmedicine,wildplants No EP43: Plants, Enchantment and Wild Words 43 43 EP43: Plants, Enchantment and Wild Words full 7ddfeeaa-4de0-4f18-8a64-867e34ec0046 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b85a1631 In Episode 43, "Plants, Enchantment and Wild Words," Robin and Zoe delve into the enthralling world of plant lore and explore how enchantment and folklore have shaped our connection with the natural world. Zoe shares her unique insights into the role of plants in mythology and how anthropomorphism and gender have influenced our understanding and stories of the plant world.


This episode also uncovers the magic of wordsmithing and the art of storytelling, revealing how the power of language can evoke a sense of wonderment and help us foster a closer bond with nature. Robin and Zoe discuss the significance of writing as a form of ritual and ceremony, demonstrating how creative expression can lead to a more profound connection with the earth and its stories.

Highlights:

  • Uncover the mesmerizing world of plant lore, enchantment, and folklore.
  • Delve into the role of anthropomorphism and gender in our understanding of plants.
  • Learn about the magic of wordsmithing and storytelling as a way to connect with the natural world.
  • Discover writing as a form of ritual and ceremony.

Join Robin Harford and Zoe Gilbert in Episode 43 of the Eatweeds Podcast, and let them guide you through a fascinating exploration of plants, enchantment, and wild words. Ignite your imagination and enhance your relationship with nature through the transformative power of storytelling and creative expression.

About Zoe Gilbert

Zoe's first novel, Folk (Bloomsbury), was shortlisted for the International Dylan Thomas Prize and adapted for BBC Radio (read by the brilliant Samantha Spiro). She has just finished turning some of the chapters from Folk into a libretto, for a song cycle that will have its world premiere in 2023.

Her second novel, Mischief Acts (Bloomsbury), is released in March 2022, and is inspired by the past and future of the Great North Wood, which used to cover a large swathe of South London.

Since completing Mischief Acts, Zoe has moved from London to the Kent coast, which is (not surprisingly) influencing her third novel. It turns out that place - alongside folklore, nature and social history - is a starting point for her writing.

Besides novels, Zoe has been writing short stories for most of her adult life. You can find a few of them in anthologies by Comma Press, and they have also appeared in books and journals worldwide including The Stinging Fly, Mechanics' Institute Review, and the British Fantasy Society Journal. Some of her stories have won prizes, including the Costa Short Story Award.

Zoe is co-founder of London Lit Lab with Lily Dunn, where she teaches creative writing, and the co-editor with Lily of A Wild and Precious Life (Unbound 2021), an anthology of writers in recovery.

]]> In Episode 43, "Plants, Enchantment and Wild Words," Robin and Zoe delve into the enthralling world of plant lore and explore how enchantment and folklore have shaped our connection with the natural world. Zoe shares her unique insights into the role of plants in mythology and how anthropomorphism and gender have influenced our understanding and stories of the plant world.


This episode also uncovers the magic of wordsmithing and the art of storytelling, revealing how the power of language can evoke a sense of wonderment and help us foster a closer bond with nature. Robin and Zoe discuss the significance of writing as a form of ritual and ceremony, demonstrating how creative expression can lead to a more profound connection with the earth and its stories.

Highlights:

  • Uncover the mesmerizing world of plant lore, enchantment, and folklore.
  • Delve into the role of anthropomorphism and gender in our understanding of plants.
  • Learn about the magic of wordsmithing and storytelling as a way to connect with the natural world.
  • Discover writing as a form of ritual and ceremony.

Join Robin Harford and Zoe Gilbert in Episode 43 of the Eatweeds Podcast, and let them guide you through a fascinating exploration of plants, enchantment, and wild words. Ignite your imagination and enhance your relationship with nature through the transformative power of storytelling and creative expression.

About Zoe Gilbert

Zoe's first novel, Folk (Bloomsbury), was shortlisted for the International Dylan Thomas Prize and adapted for BBC Radio (read by the brilliant Samantha Spiro). She has just finished turning some of the chapters from Folk into a libretto, for a song cycle that will have its world premiere in 2023.

Her second novel, Mischief Acts (Bloomsbury), is released in March 2022, and is inspired by the past and future of the Great North Wood, which used to cover a large swathe of South London.

Since completing Mischief Acts, Zoe has moved from London to the Kent coast, which is (not surprisingly) influencing her third novel. It turns out that place - alongside folklore, nature and social history - is a starting point for her writing.

Besides novels, Zoe has been writing short stories for most of her adult life. You can find a few of them in anthologies by Comma Press, and they have also appeared in books and journals worldwide including The Stinging Fly, Mechanics' Institute Review, and the British Fantasy Society Journal. Some of her stories have won prizes, including the Costa Short Story Award.

Zoe is co-founder of London Lit Lab with Lily Dunn, where she teaches creative writing, and the co-editor with Lily of A Wild and Precious Life (Unbound 2021), an anthology of writers in recovery.

]]> Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:56:24 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 4011 Embark on a captivating journey in this episode of the Eatweeds Podcast as host Robin Harford welcomes Zoe Gilbert, a talented fiction author and folklore expert. Immerse yourself in an enchanting conversation about plants, enchantment, and folklore that will inspire your imagination and deepen your appreciation for nature. Embark on a captivating journey in this episode of the Eatweeds Podcast as host Robin Harford welcomes Zoe Gilbert, a talented fiction author and folklore expert. Immerse yourself in an enchanting conversation about plants, enchantment, and folklore that botanical,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,herbal,wildfood,wildherbs,wildmedicine,wildplants No EP42: Medicinal Forest Gardens 42 42 EP42: Medicinal Forest Gardens full 44758bb1-1896-4c13-b636-e8c297c39ef0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2998ba41 Online: Course: Medicinal Trees and Their Healing Properties
https://www.eatweeds.co.uk/medicinal-trees

Website: Medicinal Forest Garden Trust
https://medicinalforestgardentrust.org/


About Anne Stobart

Anne Stobart is a medical herbalist, herb grower and historical researcher. Previously, she directed the professional programme for clinical herbal practitioners at Middlesex University, UK.

Her research interests span domestic medicine in the early modern period to present-day sustainable herbal medicine supplies.

She is a member of the advisory board for the Journal of Herbal Medicine and is an Honorary Research Associate at the University of Exeter, UK.

Her publications include Household Medicine in Seventeenth-Century England (Bloomsbury Academic, 2016) and The Medicinal Forest Garden Handbook (Permanent Publications, 2020).

Anne co-founded the Holt Wood Herbs project in Devon based on permaculture design principles, transforming a redundant conifer plantation into a thriving medicinal forest garden.

Currently, she is developing the Medicinal Forest Garden Trust and working with several groups on medicinal forest garden projects.

Her latest online course is on Medicinal Trees and Their Healing Properties.

]]> Online: Course: Medicinal Trees and Their Healing Properties
https://www.eatweeds.co.uk/medicinal-trees

Website: Medicinal Forest Garden Trust
https://medicinalforestgardentrust.org/


About Anne Stobart

Anne Stobart is a medical herbalist, herb grower and historical researcher. Previously, she directed the professional programme for clinical herbal practitioners at Middlesex University, UK.

Her research interests span domestic medicine in the early modern period to present-day sustainable herbal medicine supplies.

She is a member of the advisory board for the Journal of Herbal Medicine and is an Honorary Research Associate at the University of Exeter, UK.

Her publications include Household Medicine in Seventeenth-Century England (Bloomsbury Academic, 2016) and The Medicinal Forest Garden Handbook (Permanent Publications, 2020).

Anne co-founded the Holt Wood Herbs project in Devon based on permaculture design principles, transforming a redundant conifer plantation into a thriving medicinal forest garden.

Currently, she is developing the Medicinal Forest Garden Trust and working with several groups on medicinal forest garden projects.

Her latest online course is on Medicinal Trees and Their Healing Properties.

]]> Fri, 16 Sep 2022 14:22:30 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2508 In this episode, I talk with Anne Stobart, who set up the Medicinal Forest Garden Trust, about why we need to grow medicinal and food trees instead of just ornamental trees and shrubs. In this episode, I talk with Anne Stobart, who set up the Medicinal Forest Garden Trust, about why we need to grow medicinal and food trees instead of just ornamental trees and shrubs. forest gardens, forest gardening, agroecology, medicinal gardens, herb gardening, herb gardens, foraging, herbalism No EP41: It’s Not Just For You Human 41 41 EP41: It’s Not Just For You Human full 4f8380e3-15e3-4436-9644-1da079bb4f59 https://share.transistor.fm/s/782c36c2 A short audio essay on sustainable harvesting and ethical wildcrafting. Spoken by Robin Harford from Eatweeds. Receive more audio essays, articles and wild food recipes by email. Sign up at https://www.eatweeds.co.uk/subscribe

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]]> A short audio essay on sustainable harvesting and ethical wildcrafting. Spoken by Robin Harford from Eatweeds. Receive more audio essays, articles and wild food recipes by email. Sign up at https://www.eatweeds.co.uk/subscribe

Related articles

]]> Mon, 09 May 2022 13:55:39 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 174 A short audio essay on sustainable harvesting and ethical wildcrafting. Spoken by Robin Harford from Eatweeds. A short audio essay on sustainable harvesting and ethical wildcrafting. Spoken by Robin Harford from Eatweeds. botanical,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,herbal,wildfood,wildherbs,wildmedicine,wildplants No EP40: Plants & Colour with Flora Arbuthnott 40 40 EP40: Plants & Colour with Flora Arbuthnott full cb3f40c3-04f2-4da0-885d-f6b161ea407e https://share.transistor.fm/s/d1eeb041 Flora's website: Plants and Colour

Find Flora on Instagram: @plants_and_colour

About Flora Arbuthnott

Flora Arbuthnott. Flora came to this practice through a desire to connect with the land. Working with plants such as camellia and buddleia flowers, oak galls, and dock roots, or growing dye plants in her garden such as madder, woad, and coreopsis. Creating drawings, paintings, and prints as one-off explorations of plant-based surface application bringing together natural dyeing, ink and paint making, and printmaking.

Growing up in the countryside in Gloucestershire, Flora was taught to paint and print by her mother as a child. Following a degree in product design at Glasgow School of Art, she sought to reconnect with her family roots in textiles and printmaking, as well as with the natural raw elements of where materials come from. She was drawn to Devon to study permaculture (Earth Activist Training), horticulture (Schumacher College), and wild plants (Ffyona Campbell & Rhizome).

Flora’s interest in plants and fungi go beyond colour. She is committed to living and working in rhythm with the seasons, the foraging and growing food, dyes, and medicines.

]]> Flora's website: Plants and Colour

Find Flora on Instagram: @plants_and_colour

About Flora Arbuthnott

Flora Arbuthnott. Flora came to this practice through a desire to connect with the land. Working with plants such as camellia and buddleia flowers, oak galls, and dock roots, or growing dye plants in her garden such as madder, woad, and coreopsis. Creating drawings, paintings, and prints as one-off explorations of plant-based surface application bringing together natural dyeing, ink and paint making, and printmaking.

Growing up in the countryside in Gloucestershire, Flora was taught to paint and print by her mother as a child. Following a degree in product design at Glasgow School of Art, she sought to reconnect with her family roots in textiles and printmaking, as well as with the natural raw elements of where materials come from. She was drawn to Devon to study permaculture (Earth Activist Training), horticulture (Schumacher College), and wild plants (Ffyona Campbell & Rhizome).

Flora’s interest in plants and fungi go beyond colour. She is committed to living and working in rhythm with the seasons, the foraging and growing food, dyes, and medicines.

]]> Fri, 05 Nov 2021 15:55:22 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2322 In this episode I talk with natural plant dye artist, Flora Arbuthnott. We discuss her fascination with using wild plants to create beautiful art and how the practice of gathering feedsback into nurturing creativity and wellbeing. In this episode I talk with natural plant dye artist, Flora Arbuthnott. We discuss her fascination with using wild plants to create beautiful art and how the practice of gathering feedsback into nurturing creativity and wellbeing. botany,ethnobotany,foraging,Herbalism,natural dyes,living colour,earth pigments,wild art No EP39: What's That Plant 39 39 EP39: What's That Plant full ea863638-6006-47c9-9eff-ccd8bd71ce69 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a48cc3d6 Mark Duffell is one of Britain's foremost botanists and ecologists. We discuss... 

  • The best way for beginners to learn plant identification.
  • Why the ecology of a plant is important to know before harvesting.
  • Forager or pillager? Which one are you?
  • How to overcome your fear of botany and science jargon.
  • Why learning plant families is important.
  • Sustainability and commercial wild food harvesting. Is there a problem?
  • How ecology can guide us to live harmoniously with the Earth.

Full show notes at eatweeds.co.uk/ep39

]]> Mark Duffell is one of Britain's foremost botanists and ecologists. We discuss... 

  • The best way for beginners to learn plant identification.
  • Why the ecology of a plant is important to know before harvesting.
  • Forager or pillager? Which one are you?
  • How to overcome your fear of botany and science jargon.
  • Why learning plant families is important.
  • Sustainability and commercial wild food harvesting. Is there a problem?
  • How ecology can guide us to live harmoniously with the Earth.

Full show notes at eatweeds.co.uk/ep39

]]> Thu, 20 May 2021 13:33:04 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 3743 Mark Duffell is one of Britain's foremost botanists and ecologists. We discuss... The best way for beginners to learn plant identification. Why the ecology of a plant is important to know before harvesting. Forager or pillager? Which one are you? How to overcome your fear of botany and science jargon. Why learning plant families is important. Sustainability and commercial wild food harvesting. Is there a problem? How ecology can guide us to live harmoniously with the Earth. Full show notes at eatweeds.co.uk/ep39 Mark Duffell is one of Britain's foremost botanists and ecologists. We discuss... The best way for beginners to learn plant identification. Why the ecology of a plant is important to know before harvesting. Forager or pillager? Which one are you? How to herbal,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,botanical,wildfood,wildplants,wildmedicine,wildherbs No EP38: Let's Talk Trespass 38 38 EP38: Let's Talk Trespass full 910470f6-42b0-4a73-bd15-721465c827d1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/aba2479a Nick Hayes author of the 'Book of Trespass' discusses the reason why Right to Roam is so important to the nation's mental health and wellbeing.  Why access to the countryside helps people deepen their connection to nature so they become better stewards of the planet. We discuss the concerns landowners have over littering and damage to their property including fences, gates, livestock etc. Also covered is the criminalising of trespass and its potential impact on already marginalised communities, as well as the rest of the general public. How will it impact your life and liberty? Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk/ep38

]]> Nick Hayes author of the 'Book of Trespass' discusses the reason why Right to Roam is so important to the nation's mental health and wellbeing.  Why access to the countryside helps people deepen their connection to nature so they become better stewards of the planet. We discuss the concerns landowners have over littering and damage to their property including fences, gates, livestock etc. Also covered is the criminalising of trespass and its potential impact on already marginalised communities, as well as the rest of the general public. How will it impact your life and liberty? Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk/ep38

]]> Thu, 15 Apr 2021 17:18:23 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 3817 Nick Hayes author of the 'Book of Trespass' discusses the reason why Right to Roam is so important to the nation's mental health and wellbeing.  Why access to the countryside helps people deepen their connection to nature so they become better stewards of the planet. We discuss the concerns landowners have over littering and damage to their property including fences, gates, livestock etc. Also covered is the criminalising of trespass and its potential impact on already marginalised communities, as well as the rest of the general public. How will it impact your life and liberty? Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk/ep38 Nick Hayes author of the 'Book of Trespass' discusses the reason why Right to Roam is so important to the nation's mental health and wellbeing.  Why access to the countryside helps people deepen their connection to nature so they become better stewards of herbal,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,botanical,wildfood,wildplants,wildmedicine,wildherbs No EP37: Sound Walks 37 37 EP37: Sound Walks full dedd1fa4-bec2-4801-9e9f-31f4d09482d0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c119d009 Emma Welton, a musician who lives locally to me discusses listening as a nature connection practice. How active listening can develop a deep empathic relationship with the natural world. The section on using sound to identify trees is very revealing. As well as creating soundscapes of botanical gardens and different habitats where plants grow. If you have followed my work for any length of time, you will know that I teach sensory engagement with plants, yet the practices I teach can be applied to the whole of the natural world. Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk/podcast

]]> Emma Welton, a musician who lives locally to me discusses listening as a nature connection practice. How active listening can develop a deep empathic relationship with the natural world. The section on using sound to identify trees is very revealing. As well as creating soundscapes of botanical gardens and different habitats where plants grow. If you have followed my work for any length of time, you will know that I teach sensory engagement with plants, yet the practices I teach can be applied to the whole of the natural world. Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk/podcast

]]> Fri, 09 Apr 2021 15:12:33 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 3918 Emma Welton, a musician who lives locally to me discusses listening as a nature connection practice. How active listening can develop a deep empathic relationship with the natural world. The section on using sound to identify trees is very revealing. As well as creating soundscapes of botanical gardens and different habitats where plants grow. If you have followed my work for any length of time, you will know that I teach sensory engagement with plants, yet the practices I teach can be applied to the whole of the natural world. Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk/podcast Emma Welton, a musician who lives locally to me discusses listening as a nature connection practice. How active listening can develop a deep empathic relationship with the natural world. The section on using sound to identify trees is very revealing. As herbal,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,botanical,wildfood,wildplants,wildmedicine,wildherbs No EP36: Nettle Eater 36 36 EP36: Nettle Eater full 14911f32-b9dc-4892-9c6c-867ab2fd6881 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c3ce051d Tom Hirons is a nature based poet and storyteller. In this interview we discuss his work and how as creative humans we can all express our inherent wildness through creative and magical acts. Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk/podcast

]]> Tom Hirons is a nature based poet and storyteller. In this interview we discuss his work and how as creative humans we can all express our inherent wildness through creative and magical acts. Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk/podcast

]]> Thu, 18 Mar 2021 16:39:19 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2765 Tom Hirons is a nature based poet and storyteller. In this interview we discuss his work and how as creative humans we can all express our inherent wildness through creative and magical acts. Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk/podcast Tom Hirons is a nature based poet and storyteller. In this interview we discuss his work and how as creative humans we can all express our inherent wildness through creative and magical acts. Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk/podcast herbal,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,botanical,wildfood,wildplants,wildmedicine,wildherbs No EP35 Plant Talk: Silver Wattle, Darwin's Barberry and Catkins 35 35 EP35 Plant Talk: Silver Wattle, Darwin's Barberry and Catkins full 54486ea3-19c4-48ab-904a-a84a6cba460d https://share.transistor.fm/s/6fbe3821 A quick plant talk on silver wattle, Darwin's barberry and catkins which I found a few hundred metres from my house.

]]> A quick plant talk on silver wattle, Darwin's barberry and catkins which I found a few hundred metres from my house.

]]> Mon, 08 Mar 2021 13:43:34 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 422 A quick plant talk on silver wattle, Darwin's barberry and catkins which I found a few hundred metres from my house. A quick plant talk on silver wattle, Darwin's barberry and catkins which I found a few hundred metres from my house. herbal,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,botanical,wildfood,wildplants,wildmedicine,wildherbs No EP34: Prison Plants 34 34 EP34: Prison Plants full 035aacfb-b83f-42cd-bf68-e07d5191a5d7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3824ed18 Nicole Rose runs Solidarity Apothecary which materially supports revolutionary struggles and communities with plant medicines to strengthen collective autonomy, self-defence and resilience to climate change, capitalism and state violence. Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk/podcast

]]> Nicole Rose runs Solidarity Apothecary which materially supports revolutionary struggles and communities with plant medicines to strengthen collective autonomy, self-defence and resilience to climate change, capitalism and state violence. Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk/podcast

]]> Thu, 18 Feb 2021 13:58:50 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2474 Nicole Rose runs Solidarity Apothecary which materially supports revolutionary struggles and communities with plant medicines to strengthen collective autonomy, self-defence and resilience to climate change, capitalism and state violence. Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk/podcast Nicole Rose runs Solidarity Apothecary which materially supports revolutionary struggles and communities with plant medicines to strengthen collective autonomy, self-defence and resilience to climate change, capitalism and state violence. Show notes at ea activism,botany,plants,foraging,Herbalism,plantmedicine No EP33: Foraging, Rewilding and Nature Connection 33 33 EP33: Foraging, Rewilding and Nature Connection full 767c8d6f-8129-4530-8e14-c50b8eef069a https://share.transistor.fm/s/f7d7b4a7 Lucy O'Hagan takes us on a journey exploring ancestral ways and rewilding, foraging and nature connection. Why do it and how relevant is it in a hyper connected digital world. Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk

]]> Lucy O'Hagan takes us on a journey exploring ancestral ways and rewilding, foraging and nature connection. Why do it and how relevant is it in a hyper connected digital world. Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk

]]> Thu, 12 Nov 2020 16:41:37 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2455 Lucy O'Hagan takes us on a journey exploring ancestral ways and rewilding, foraging and nature connection. Why do it and how relevant is it in a hyper connected digital world. Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk Lucy O'Hagan takes us on a journey exploring ancestral ways and rewilding, foraging and nature connection. Why do it and how relevant is it in a hyper connected digital world. Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk foraging,rewilding,natureconnection No EP32: The Fantastical Delights of Fly Agaric As Food and Medicine 32 32 EP32: The Fantastical Delights of Fly Agaric As Food and Medicine full 50e59f7f-4808-47e1-9274-86106012ab23 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f518c306 Fergus Drennan and Courtney Tyler discuss their pioneering work exploring the cutting-edge of food and medicine using the fly agaric mushroom (Amanita muscaria). Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk

]]> Fergus Drennan and Courtney Tyler discuss their pioneering work exploring the cutting-edge of food and medicine using the fly agaric mushroom (Amanita muscaria). Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk

]]> Fri, 16 Oct 2020 14:04:23 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2370 Fergus Drennan and Courtney Tyler discuss their pioneering work exploring the cutting-edge of food and medicine using the fly agaric mushroom (Amanita muscaria). Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk Fergus Drennan and Courtney Tyler discuss their pioneering work exploring the cutting-edge of food and medicine using the fly agaric mushroom (Amanita muscaria). Show notes at eatweeds.co.uk foraging,mushrooms,fungi,wildfood,wildcrafting,eatweeds No EP31: The Importance of Ethnobotany - An Interview with Mark Nesbitt 31 31 EP31: The Importance of Ethnobotany - An Interview with Mark Nesbitt full 3fe3d968-9baf-4923-9963-24dd91dff60c https://share.transistor.fm/s/00366ad4 Ethnobotany is the study of the interrelationship between people and plants, historically and cross-culturally, particularly the role of plants in human culture and practices, how humans have used and modified plants, and how they represent them in their systems of knowledge.

]]> Ethnobotany is the study of the interrelationship between people and plants, historically and cross-culturally, particularly the role of plants in human culture and practices, how humans have used and modified plants, and how they represent them in their systems of knowledge.

]]> Fri, 21 Aug 2020 14:57:43 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 1714 Ethnobotany is the study of the interrelationship between people and plants, historically and cross-culturally, particularly the role of plants in human culture and practices, how humans have used and modified plants, and how they represent them in their systems of knowledge. Ethnobotany is the study of the interrelationship between people and plants, historically and cross-culturally, particularly the role of plants in human culture and practices, how humans have used and modified plants, and how they represent them in their botany,ethnobotany,plants,foraging,wildfood,wildcrafting No EP30: Edible City - Urban Foraging During Lockdown 30 30 EP30: Edible City - Urban Foraging During Lockdown full 579f4971-1d8b-454c-8de4-42ca1929aa06 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f73aef15 John Rensten (author of Edible City) discusses how to keep foraging in a city during the coronavirus lockdown. How to stay safe, keep your distance and why foraging is vitally important for mental and physical wellbeing.

]]> John Rensten (author of Edible City) discusses how to keep foraging in a city during the coronavirus lockdown. How to stay safe, keep your distance and why foraging is vitally important for mental and physical wellbeing.

]]> Mon, 13 Apr 2020 17:11:56 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 3816 John Rensten (author of Edible City) discusses how to keep foraging in a city during the coronavirus lockdown. How to stay safe, keep your distance and why foraging is vitally important for mental and physical wellbeing. John Rensten (author of Edible City) discusses how to keep foraging in a city during the coronavirus lockdown. How to stay safe, keep your distance and why foraging is vitally important for mental and physical wellbeing. botany,plants,foraging,wildfood,wildcrafting,urbanforaging No EP29: Calm Ease 29 29 EP29: Calm Ease full 4ab3c1ab-e918-4c67-9f86-a996500a6d2c https://share.transistor.fm/s/9d1f4c7e A discussion on foraging, stillness and mindfulness as a way to work with difficult feelings during the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic.

]]> A discussion on foraging, stillness and mindfulness as a way to work with difficult feelings during the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic.

]]> Fri, 20 Mar 2020 13:57:26 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 683 A discussion on foraging, stillness and mindfulness as a way to work with difficult feelings during the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic. A discussion on foraging, stillness and mindfulness as a way to work with difficult feelings during the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic. herbal,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,botanical,wildfood,wildplants,wildmedicine,wildherbs No EP28: Introducing Plant Talk 28 28 EP28: Introducing Plant Talk full ba4fa11c-5129-4f1d-bdf6-38a2716d3603 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1f569416 Introducing Plant Talk, a new supplement to the regular Eatweeds podcast show that encourages and prompts you to deepen your relationship with plants.

]]> Introducing Plant Talk, a new supplement to the regular Eatweeds podcast show that encourages and prompts you to deepen your relationship with plants.

]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2020 06:35:59 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 253 Introducing Plant Talk, a new supplement to the regular Eatweeds podcast show that encourages and prompts you to deepen your relationship with plants. Introducing Plant Talk, a new supplement to the regular Eatweeds podcast show that encourages and prompts you to deepen your relationship with plants. herbal,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,botanical,wildfood,wildplants,wildmedicine,wildherbs No EP27: Be Your Own Authority - A Forager's Perspective 27 27 EP27: Be Your Own Authority - A Forager's Perspective full 256d0ac1-7c89-4220-87e9-031c01018941 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a4428152 Chris Holland (Talks With Tellers) interviews wild food author and forager Robin Harford. They discuss the importance of restoring vital connection to the ecosystem. Teaching plants through the power of story. Empowering self and community through sensory-based nature connection practices and more.

]]> Chris Holland (Talks With Tellers) interviews wild food author and forager Robin Harford. They discuss the importance of restoring vital connection to the ecosystem. Teaching plants through the power of story. Empowering self and community through sensory-based nature connection practices and more.

]]> Fri, 13 Dec 2019 17:23:07 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2141 Chris Holland (Talks With Tellers) interviews wild food author and forager Robin Harford. They discuss the importance of restoring vital connection to the ecosystem. Teaching plants through the power of story. Empowering self and community through sensory-based nature connection practices and more. Chris Holland (Talks With Tellers) interviews wild food author and forager Robin Harford. They discuss the importance of restoring vital connection to the ecosystem. Teaching plants through the power of story. Empowering self and community through sensory herbal,botany,ethnobotany,foraging,botanical,wildfood,wildplants,wildmedicine,wildherbs Yes EP26: Herbalism With Attitude 26 26 EP26: Herbalism With Attitude full b2c13aa1-0b48-498b-baee-84e72883fc93 https://share.transistor.fm/s/def2fb02 It’s round two with the Seed Sistas. Britain’s most irreverent herbalists.


For the past few years, they have been making waves in the plant community.


Overthrowing the colonialism that has turned herbalism from something we all used to do, into a profession where you’d think you need a PhD just to touch a plant!


Colourful, fun and full of vim (No, not the cleaning product), they discuss:

  • why plant medicine is for the people.
  • how they got threatened with jail time for selling a herbal balm.
  • why educating people in self-care and herbal rebellion is a revolutionary act.

Always a laugh, never tame and with firecracker energy that makes the Y2K firework display look positively drab.


The Seed Sistas are a joy to listen to and an inspiration for anyone who wants to wrestle control of their health back from Big Pharma, and government control.


Hold on to your knickers. Here we go…

]]> It’s round two with the Seed Sistas. Britain’s most irreverent herbalists.


For the past few years, they have been making waves in the plant community.


Overthrowing the colonialism that has turned herbalism from something we all used to do, into a profession where you’d think you need a PhD just to touch a plant!


Colourful, fun and full of vim (No, not the cleaning product), they discuss:

  • why plant medicine is for the people.
  • how they got threatened with jail time for selling a herbal balm.
  • why educating people in self-care and herbal rebellion is a revolutionary act.

Always a laugh, never tame and with firecracker energy that makes the Y2K firework display look positively drab.


The Seed Sistas are a joy to listen to and an inspiration for anyone who wants to wrestle control of their health back from Big Pharma, and government control.


Hold on to your knickers. Here we go…

]]> Tue, 03 Dec 2019 13:44:46 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 3037 It’s round two with the Seed Sistas. Britain’s most irreverent herbalists. For the past few years, they have been making waves in the plant community. Overthrowing the colonialism that has turned herbalism from something we all used to do, into a profession where you’d think you need a PhD just to touch a plant! Colourful, fun and full of vim (No, not the cleaning product), they discuss: why plant medicine is for the people. how they got threatened with jail time for selling a herbal balm. why educating people in self-care and herbal rebellion is a revolutionary act. Always a laugh, never tame and with firecracker energy that makes the Y2K firework display look positively drab. The Seed Sistas are a joy to listen to and an inspiration for anyone who wants to wrestle control of their health back from Big Pharma, and government control. Hold on to your knickers. Here we go… It’s round two with the Seed Sistas. Britain’s most irreverent herbalists. For the past few years, they have been making waves in the plant community. Overthrowing the colonialism that has turned herbalism from something we all used to do, into a professi health,medicine,herbal,botany,plants,foraging,herbs,Herbalism,selfcare,wildcrafting Yes EP25: Edible Acorns - The Forgotten Food 25 25 EP25: Edible Acorns - The Forgotten Food full 8b4cbaa7d75c4a2585578b1d710e747c https://share.transistor.fm/s/c7c5455f Acorns are a massive, under-utilised and forgotten food source. Join Robin Harford (your host) and Marcie Mayer (Europe's foremost acorn food producer), as they explore the edible uses of acorns as a food and in cooking. How to properly process acorns to remove tannins. Long term food storage. Acorns nutritional content, as well as establishing community acorn festivals around the country, plus much more.

]]> Acorns are a massive, under-utilised and forgotten food source. Join Robin Harford (your host) and Marcie Mayer (Europe's foremost acorn food producer), as they explore the edible uses of acorns as a food and in cooking. How to properly process acorns to remove tannins. Long term food storage. Acorns nutritional content, as well as establishing community acorn festivals around the country, plus much more.

]]> Tue, 17 Sep 2019 22:52:09 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 3410 Acorns are a massive, under-utilised and forgotten food source. Join Robin Harford (your host) and Marcie Mayer (Europe's foremost acorn food producer), as they explore the edible uses of acorns as a food and in cooking. How to properly process acorns to remove tannins. Long term food storage. Acorns nutritional content, as well as establishing community acorn festivals around the country, plus much more. Acorns are a massive, under-utilised and forgotten food source. Join Robin Harford (your host) and Marcie Mayer (Europe's foremost acorn food producer), as they explore the edible uses of acorns as a food and in cooking. How to properly process acorns to wild,eating,edible,nuts,oak,acorn,acorns No EP24: Nutritional Cultural Identity 24 24 EP24: Nutritional Cultural Identity full bbd20b0e40764685b1788e6189a1a593 https://share.transistor.fm/s/222ebd27 Masanobu Fukuoka's one-straw revolution inspired Krishna McKenzie to start his own organic farm in Auroville, Tamil Nadu, India. In this interview he talks about the importance of nutritional cultural identity, wild food volunteer plants, soil fertility, and collective wellbeing.

]]> Masanobu Fukuoka's one-straw revolution inspired Krishna McKenzie to start his own organic farm in Auroville, Tamil Nadu, India. In this interview he talks about the importance of nutritional cultural identity, wild food volunteer plants, soil fertility, and collective wellbeing.

]]> Mon, 12 Aug 2019 15:23:12 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2406 Masanobu Fukuoka's one-straw revolution inspired Krishna McKenzie to start his own organic farm in Auroville, Tamil Nadu, India. In this interview he talks about the importance of nutritional cultural identity, wild food volunteer plants, soil fertility, and collective wellbeing. Masanobu Fukuoka's one-straw revolution inspired Krishna McKenzie to start his own organic farm in Auroville, Tamil Nadu, India. In this interview he talks about the importance of nutritional cultural identity, wild food volunteer plants, soil fertility, food,farming,organic,foraging,permaculture No EP23: Wild Tea Ceremonies & Celebrations 23 23 EP23: Wild Tea Ceremonies & Celebrations full 81b1a01d6cac4b078567de929abd1f8f https://share.transistor.fm/s/a31a2d89 How to create your own local wild tea ceremonies and celebrations for community building and wild wellbeing.

]]> How to create your own local wild tea ceremonies and celebrations for community building and wild wellbeing.

]]> Mon, 17 Jun 2019 16:08:03 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 1307 How to create your own local wild tea ceremonies and celebrations for community building and wild wellbeing. How to create your own local wild tea ceremonies and celebrations for community building and wild wellbeing. food,anthropology,wild,Sustainability,ethnobotany,plants,edible,foraging,teas,forager,eatweeds No EP22: Foraging The Future, Sustainability & Vital Connection 22 22 EP22: Foraging The Future, Sustainability & Vital Connection full c34f0b12fd7d4ee1ab3bc29bcc91516a https://share.transistor.fm/s/bb72ef21 An interview with Miles Irving, author of the Forager Handbook and creator of The Wildbox, on why we must include humans in our conservation models in order to look after wild spaces. Why foraging is sustainable. How foraging can help feed an ever growing population, and how we can restore our vital connection to Land.

]]> An interview with Miles Irving, author of the Forager Handbook and creator of The Wildbox, on why we must include humans in our conservation models in order to look after wild spaces. Why foraging is sustainable. How foraging can help feed an ever growing population, and how we can restore our vital connection to Land.

]]> Mon, 12 Nov 2018 17:56:55 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2952 An interview with Miles Irving, author of the Forager Handbook and creator of The Wildbox, on why we must include humans in our conservation models in order to look after wild spaces. Why foraging is sustainable. How foraging can help feed an ever growing population, and how we can restore our vital connection to Land. An interview with Miles Irving, author of the Forager Handbook and creator of The Wildbox, on why we must include humans in our conservation models in order to look after wild spaces. Why foraging is sustainable. How foraging can help feed an ever growing food,anthropology,wild,Sustainability,ethnobotany,plants,edible,foraging,forager,eatweeds No EP21: From 19th Century Famine Potherb to 21st Century Hipster Food 21 21 EP21: From 19th Century Famine Potherb to 21st Century Hipster Food full 4481e71debe14c13b3457400f6278fbf https://share.transistor.fm/s/44afca70 Lukasz Luczaj presents Kew’s 19th Annual Distinguished Ethnobotanist Lecture.

]]> Lukasz Luczaj presents Kew’s 19th Annual Distinguished Ethnobotanist Lecture.

]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2018 08:35:49 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 3752 Lukasz Luczaj presents Kew’s 19th Annual Distinguished Ethnobotanist Lecture. Lukasz Luczaj presents Kew’s 19th Annual Distinguished Ethnobotanist Lecture. food,wild,hipster,botany,ethnobotany,plants,edible,kew,foraging,famine,eatweeds No EP20: Discovering New Wild Edible Plants With Łukasz Łuczaj 20 20 EP20: Discovering New Wild Edible Plants With Łukasz Łuczaj full e377f9926f394146a5d66b9cd1312249 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f643d012 A poisonous plant in one culture can be a food plant in another. In this rare interview, one of Europe’s leading ethnobotanists, Łukasz Łuczaj shares his passion for wild food plants. Prolific in his research, Łukasz reveals some surprising facts about what is considered ‘food’.

]]> A poisonous plant in one culture can be a food plant in another. In this rare interview, one of Europe’s leading ethnobotanists, Łukasz Łuczaj shares his passion for wild food plants. Prolific in his research, Łukasz reveals some surprising facts about what is considered ‘food’.

]]> Fri, 26 Oct 2018 16:33:45 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 1462 A poisonous plant in one culture can be a food plant in another. In this rare interview, one of Europe’s leading ethnobotanists, Łukasz Łuczaj shares his passion for wild food plants. Prolific in his research, Łukasz reveals some surprising facts about what is considered ‘food’. A poisonous plant in one culture can be a food plant in another. In this rare interview, one of Europe’s leading ethnobotanists, Łukasz Łuczaj shares his passion for wild food plants. Prolific in his research, Łukasz reveals some surprising facts about wh food,wild,hipster,botany,ethnobotany,plants,edible,kew,foraging,famine,eatweeds No EP19: The Future of Farming is Foraging 19 19 EP19: The Future of Farming is Foraging full 90bf79b168284c759484f0e8da5ca1a6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8dd4902d Hilltown Organics are revolutionising how we farm. Incorporating wild edible plants into their polyculture farming systems, they grow high-nutrient food plants that are sold at farmer’s markets. According to soil scientists, their revolutionary farming practices have produced some of the richest soil found anywhere in the UK.

]]> Hilltown Organics are revolutionising how we farm. Incorporating wild edible plants into their polyculture farming systems, they grow high-nutrient food plants that are sold at farmer’s markets. According to soil scientists, their revolutionary farming practices have produced some of the richest soil found anywhere in the UK.

]]> Fri, 05 Oct 2018 11:43:54 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2517 Hilltown Organics are revolutionising how we farm. Incorporating wild edible plants into their polyculture farming systems, they grow high-nutrient food plants that are sold at farmer’s markets. According to soil scientists, their revolutionary farming practices have produced some of the richest soil found anywhere in the UK. Hilltown Organics are revolutionising how we farm. Incorporating wild edible plants into their polyculture farming systems, they grow high-nutrient food plants that are sold at farmer’s markets. According to soil scientists, their revolutionary farming pr farming,organic,soil,foraging,permaculture No EP18: The Wild Art of Fermentation 18 18 EP18: The Wild Art of Fermentation full b881afde842d469c92f4541352476ae5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3a374c4d Fermented foods are a delicious and rich source of nourishment. The fermentation process can transform the flavour of food from the plain and mundane in to delicious flavours enlivened by colonies of beneficial bacteria and enhanced micronutrients. In this episode I talk with former plant biochemist Viola Sampson turned "fermentation passionista" on the benefits of wild fermented foods. 

]]> Fermented foods are a delicious and rich source of nourishment. The fermentation process can transform the flavour of food from the plain and mundane in to delicious flavours enlivened by colonies of beneficial bacteria and enhanced micronutrients. In this episode I talk with former plant biochemist Viola Sampson turned "fermentation passionista" on the benefits of wild fermented foods. 

]]> Thu, 31 May 2018 09:42:39 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2683 Fermented foods are a delicious and rich source of nourishment. The fermentation process can transform the flavour of food from the plain and mundane in to delicious flavours enlivened by colonies of beneficial bacteria and enhanced micronutrients. In this episode I talk with former plant biochemist Viola Sampson turned "fermentation passionista" on the benefits of wild fermented foods. Fermented foods are a delicious and rich source of nourishment. The fermentation process can transform the flavour of food from the plain and mundane in to delicious flavours enlivened by colonies of beneficial bacteria and enhanced micronutrients. In thi food,wild,vegan,ethnobotany,plants,foraging,epicurean,Herbalism,forager No EP17: New York's Notorious Vegan Forager 17 17 EP17: New York's Notorious Vegan Forager full a789a9e165dce4e91a7ecfa1a7b371f8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3cae124e Notorious New York vegan forager Steve Brill was busted by the cops for picking a dandelion. In this interview the father and daughter double-act discuss their foraging antics around New York. While revealing how to craft delicious vegan cuisine from their foraged finds. Including some truly unique ways to use wild edible plants.

]]> Notorious New York vegan forager Steve Brill was busted by the cops for picking a dandelion. In this interview the father and daughter double-act discuss their foraging antics around New York. While revealing how to craft delicious vegan cuisine from their foraged finds. Including some truly unique ways to use wild edible plants.

]]> Mon, 26 Feb 2018 20:03:56 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2156 Notorious New York vegan forager Steve Brill was busted by the cops for picking a dandelion. In this interview the father and daughter double-act discuss their foraging antics around New York. While revealing how to craft delicious vegan cuisine from their foraged finds. Including some truly unique ways to use wild edible plants. Notorious New York vegan forager Steve Brill was busted by the cops for picking a dandelion. In this interview the father and daughter double-act discuss their foraging antics around New York. While revealing how to craft delicious vegan cuisine from thei food,wild,vegan,ethnobotany,foraging,Herbalism No EW16: Herbalists Without Borders 16 16 EW16: Herbalists Without Borders full 4c8e45c72e7cb4cb1295bb1ab7797e25 https://share.transistor.fm/s/81782c35 An interview with Becs Griffiths and Annwen Jones from Herbalists Without Borders (Bristol) - talking about social justice, radical herbalism and providing free healthcare to people fleeing conflict, persecution, and intolerable living conditions.

]]> An interview with Becs Griffiths and Annwen Jones from Herbalists Without Borders (Bristol) - talking about social justice, radical herbalism and providing free healthcare to people fleeing conflict, persecution, and intolerable living conditions.

]]> Thu, 09 Nov 2017 07:17:48 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2514 An interview with Becs Griffiths and Annwen Jones from Herbalists Without Borders (Bristol) - talking about social justice, radical herbalism and providing free healthcare to people fleeing conflict, persecution, and intolerable living conditions. An interview with Becs Griffiths and Annwen Jones from Herbalists Without Borders (Bristol) - talking about social justice, radical herbalism and providing free healthcare to people fleeing conflict, persecution, and intolerable living conditions. foraging,refugees,Herbalism,Migrants,wildcrafting No EP15: The Handmade Apothecary 15 15 EP15: The Handmade Apothecary full aa07eb46d4c0034bb4e2c2c76e1e4b98 https://share.transistor.fm/s/96b61b97 In this episode I talk with two amazing herbalists about why we need to build ‘health resilience’ using herbal medicine, in an age of NHS cuts and a national health crisis. When is the best time to self-medicate, and when should you visit the doctor? Why modern medicine isn’t always evil, and what our grandparents could have taught us about how plants, herbs and other foods can empower us.

]]> In this episode I talk with two amazing herbalists about why we need to build ‘health resilience’ using herbal medicine, in an age of NHS cuts and a national health crisis. When is the best time to self-medicate, and when should you visit the doctor? Why modern medicine isn’t always evil, and what our grandparents could have taught us about how plants, herbs and other foods can empower us.

]]> Tue, 24 Oct 2017 11:58:36 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 1477 In this episode I talk with two amazing herbalists about why we need to build ‘health resilience’ using herbal medicine, in an age of NHS cuts and a national health crisis. When is the best time to self-medicate, and when should you visit the doctor? Why modern medicine isn’t always evil, and what our grandparents could have taught us about how plants, herbs and other foods can empower us. In this episode I talk with two amazing herbalists about why we need to build ‘health resilience’ using herbal medicine, in an age of NHS cuts and a national health crisis. When is the best time to self-medicate, and when should you visit the doctor? Why foraging,apothecary,Herbalism,wildcrafting No EP14: Why The Balsam Bashers Might Be Wrong: A New Way Of Looking At Invasive Plants 14 14 EP14: Why The Balsam Bashers Might Be Wrong: A New Way Of Looking At Invasive Plants full f36e3a9cf3d871491682afb04b07cc29 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e500292f In this engaging episode of the Eatweeds podcast, Robin Harford sits down with Pete Yeo from Future Flora to delve deep into the debate surrounding invasive plants and their role in our environment. The hot topic? Whether balsam bashing holds up from a scientific standpoint.


Key Topics Discussed:

  • Foraging: How understanding invasive species can enhance our wild food adventures.
  • Wild Food: Why invasive plants might just be an unexpected culinary delight.
  • Invasive Species: Are these plants truly detrimental, or are they environmental saviors in disguise?
  • Wildcrafting: How the world of wildcrafting is influenced by the plants many consider to be invaders.

Episode Highlights:

  • Explore the fascinating dichotomy between what reductionist science labels as an opportunist or invader and what a holistic worldview champions as a Gaian first responder.
  • Embrace the saying: one person's weed could be another's wellspring of wisdom. What if the invasive plants we've been combating are actually vital for our ecosystem?

Ready for a paradigm shift on how you view the wild plants around you? Tune in to episode 14 of Eatweeds and join the conversation!

Eatweeds: Where foraging meets passion, and the wild becomes a way of life.

Show Notes

]]> In this engaging episode of the Eatweeds podcast, Robin Harford sits down with Pete Yeo from Future Flora to delve deep into the debate surrounding invasive plants and their role in our environment. The hot topic? Whether balsam bashing holds up from a scientific standpoint.


Key Topics Discussed:

  • Foraging: How understanding invasive species can enhance our wild food adventures.
  • Wild Food: Why invasive plants might just be an unexpected culinary delight.
  • Invasive Species: Are these plants truly detrimental, or are they environmental saviors in disguise?
  • Wildcrafting: How the world of wildcrafting is influenced by the plants many consider to be invaders.

Episode Highlights:

  • Explore the fascinating dichotomy between what reductionist science labels as an opportunist or invader and what a holistic worldview champions as a Gaian first responder.
  • Embrace the saying: one person's weed could be another's wellspring of wisdom. What if the invasive plants we've been combating are actually vital for our ecosystem?

Ready for a paradigm shift on how you view the wild plants around you? Tune in to episode 14 of Eatweeds and join the conversation!

Eatweeds: Where foraging meets passion, and the wild becomes a way of life.

Show Notes

]]> Tue, 11 Jul 2017 17:43:57 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2597 In this engaging episode of the Eatweeds podcast, Robin Harford sits down with Pete Yeo from Future Flora to delve deep into the debate surrounding invasive plants and their role in our environment. The hot topic? Whether balsam bashing holds up from a scientific standpoint.


Key Topics Discussed:

  • Foraging: How understanding invasive species can enhance our wild food adventures.
  • Wild Food: Why invasive plants might just be an unexpected culinary delight.
  • Invasive Species: Are these plants truly detrimental, or are they environmental saviors in disguise?
  • Wildcrafting: How the world of wildcrafting is influenced by the plants many consider to be invaders.

Episode Highlights:

  • Explore the fascinating dichotomy between what reductionist science labels as an opportunist or invader and what a holistic worldview champions as a Gaian first responder.
  • Embrace the saying: one person's weed could be another's wellspring of wisdom. What if the invasive plants we've been combating are actually vital for our ecosystem?

Ready for a paradigm shift on how you view the wild plants around you? Tune in to episode 14 of Eatweeds and join the conversation!

Eatweeds: Where foraging meets passion, and the wild becomes a way of life.

Show Notes

]]> species,botany,ethnobotany,plants,invasive,foraging No EP13: Absinthe Alchemy: The Forgotten Story of an Outcast Spirit 13 13 EP13: Absinthe Alchemy: The Forgotten Story of an Outcast Spirit full 5c60a63a0b241922dc6fbb4b0e8cda84 https://share.transistor.fm/s/445950db T.A. Breaux, one of the world leading experts on the distillation of absinthe, reveals its forgotten history, sings its praises and dispels the common myths of this much maligned liquor.

]]> T.A. Breaux, one of the world leading experts on the distillation of absinthe, reveals its forgotten history, sings its praises and dispels the common myths of this much maligned liquor.

]]> Wed, 05 Jul 2017 09:04:28 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2507 T.A. Breaux, one of the world leading experts on the distillation of absinthe, reveals its forgotten history, sings its praises and dispels the common myths of this much maligned liquor. T.A. Breaux, one of the world leading experts on the distillation of absinthe, reveals its forgotten history, sings its praises and dispels the common myths of this much maligned liquor. absinthe,Wormwood,breaux No EP12: Passion Potions: Herbalism and the Radical Heart Revolution 12 12 EP12: Passion Potions: Herbalism and the Radical Heart Revolution full 5fb3de57c01f2c9f71e2806fa890f059 https://share.transistor.fm/s/389cf674 The Seed Sistas (radical herbalists extraordinaire) discuss passion potions, wild herbalism, wellbeing, resilience, anarchy, connection, community and activism.

]]> The Seed Sistas (radical herbalists extraordinaire) discuss passion potions, wild herbalism, wellbeing, resilience, anarchy, connection, community and activism.

]]> Wed, 10 May 2017 12:55:03 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 3150 The Seed Sistas (radical herbalists extraordinaire) discuss passion potions, wild herbalism, wellbeing, resilience, anarchy, connection, community and activism. The Seed Sistas (radical herbalists extraordinaire) discuss passion potions, wild herbalism, wellbeing, resilience, anarchy, connection, community and activism. medicine,botany,plants,foraging No EP11: Nathaniel Hughes On Intuitive Herbalism 11 11 EP11: Nathaniel Hughes On Intuitive Herbalism full 6109a1c70f78f9d780a31facc8c70d74 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e5710e4a Nathaniel Hughes discusses intuitive herbalism. How to develop deep relationship with the healing plants that live around us. How to know plants beyond the intellect, and meeting plants as friends. Lay-herbalism; the controversy of regulation, and certification. Do you actually need them in order to practice herbalism in your community?

]]> Nathaniel Hughes discusses intuitive herbalism. How to develop deep relationship with the healing plants that live around us. How to know plants beyond the intellect, and meeting plants as friends. Lay-herbalism; the controversy of regulation, and certification. Do you actually need them in order to practice herbalism in your community?

]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2016 11:03:48 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2735 Nathaniel Hughes discusses intuitive herbalism. How to develop deep relationship with the healing plants that live around us. How to know plants beyond the intellect, and meeting plants as friends. Lay-herbalism; the controversy of regulation, and certification. Do you actually need them in order to practice herbalism in your community? Nathaniel Hughes discusses intuitive herbalism. How to develop deep relationship with the healing plants that live around us. How to know plants beyond the intellect, and meeting plants as friends. Lay-herbalism; the controversy of regulation, and certifi food,wild,ethnobotany,plants,edible,foraging No EP10: The Wild & Wonderful World of Fungi 10 10 EP10: The Wild & Wonderful World of Fungi full 1b86b8661962bc2055c1a603fef8ad2f https://share.transistor.fm/s/4042be78 A walk in the woods fungi foraging with the wild and wonderful Craig Worrall from Edible Leeds.   I recently visited Craig at his home in Leeds, and he kindly took me out to one of his favourite fungi patches to talk all things fungi. In this walk in the wilds we discovered Penny Bun, The Miller, Amethyst Deceiver and Hedgehog Fungi.

]]> A walk in the woods fungi foraging with the wild and wonderful Craig Worrall from Edible Leeds.   I recently visited Craig at his home in Leeds, and he kindly took me out to one of his favourite fungi patches to talk all things fungi. In this walk in the wilds we discovered Penny Bun, The Miller, Amethyst Deceiver and Hedgehog Fungi.

]]> Tue, 13 Sep 2016 22:22:46 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2407 A walk in the woods fungi foraging with the wild and wonderful Craig Worrall from Edible Leeds.   I recently visited Craig at his home in Leeds, and he kindly took me out to one of his favourite fungi patches to talk all things fungi. In this walk in the wilds we discovered Penny Bun, The Miller, Amethyst Deceiver and Hedgehog Fungi. A walk in the woods fungi foraging with the wild and wonderful Craig Worrall from Edible Leeds.   I recently visited Craig at his home in Leeds, and he kindly took me out to one of his favourite fungi patches to talk all things fungi. In this walk in the botany,foraging,mushrooms,fungi No EP09: Foraging With Europe’s Grand Master 9 9 EP09: Foraging With Europe’s Grand Master full d1f61b7e8fa154dfb0e0dc9b48ecc4f1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/65816f38 A very special interview with foraging grand-master Francois Couplan. In this podcast Francois talks about his early influencers, animism, human and non-human relationships, plus the new wave of using wild edible plants in gastronomy.

]]> A very special interview with foraging grand-master Francois Couplan. In this podcast Francois talks about his early influencers, animism, human and non-human relationships, plus the new wave of using wild edible plants in gastronomy.

]]> Thu, 25 Aug 2016 18:45:38 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2009 A very special interview with foraging grand-master Francois Couplan. In this podcast Francois talks about his early influencers, animism, human and non-human relationships, plus the new wave of using wild edible plants in gastronomy. A very special interview with foraging grand-master Francois Couplan. In this podcast Francois talks about his early influencers, animism, human and non-human relationships, plus the new wave of using wild edible plants in gastronomy. botany,ethnobotany,forage,foraging,forager No EP08: Emma Kidd on First Steps to Seeing 8 8 EP08: Emma Kidd on First Steps to Seeing full e373eea8be8e2e94c3f4df0393749637 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d893a53e Practical ways to deepen your relationship with plants, by enhancing your ability to 'see' plants more fully, in a way that no mainstream botany class can ever teach you.

]]> Practical ways to deepen your relationship with plants, by enhancing your ability to 'see' plants more fully, in a way that no mainstream botany class can ever teach you.

]]> Mon, 18 Apr 2016 14:02:33 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2297 Practical ways to deepen your relationship with plants, by enhancing your ability to 'see' plants more fully, in a way that no mainstream botany class can ever teach you. Practical ways to deepen your relationship with plants, by enhancing your ability to 'see' plants more fully, in a way that no mainstream botany class can ever teach you. botany,ethnobotany,plants,flowers,foraging No EP07: Miles Irving on Foraging & Sustainability 7 7 EP07: Miles Irving on Foraging & Sustainability full ee027882002ef66f6c152a8ac725bf33 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ab2e952e Miles Irving from Forager Ltd, talks about commercial foraging and sustainability, and why the old conservation paradigm is now obsolete.

]]> Miles Irving from Forager Ltd, talks about commercial foraging and sustainability, and why the old conservation paradigm is now obsolete.

]]> Fri, 18 Dec 2015 19:22:51 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2963 Miles Irving from Forager Ltd, talks about commercial foraging and sustainability, and why the old conservation paradigm is now obsolete. Miles Irving from Forager Ltd, talks about commercial foraging and sustainability, and why the old conservation paradigm is now obsolete. Sustainability,foraging,eatweeds No EP06: How To Make Nettle Leaf Protein 6 6 EP06: How To Make Nettle Leaf Protein full 4e7929b7d782eddb7415a542d967c5d3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/34147e23 Michael Cole the creator of Leafu a commercially available leaf protein product, discusses why it is so beneficial to humans and the planet.

]]> Michael Cole the creator of Leafu a commercially available leaf protein product, discusses why it is so beneficial to humans and the planet.

]]> Tue, 08 Sep 2015 18:05:21 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 1939 Michael Cole the creator of Leafu a commercially available leaf protein product, discusses why it is so beneficial to humans and the planet. Michael Cole the creator of Leafu a commercially available leaf protein product, discusses why it is so beneficial to humans and the planet. food,security,nettles,stinging,nettle,urtica,dioica No EP05: Remembering Frank Cook 5 5 EP05: Remembering Frank Cook full 435afbb3d654ec929763c0b0b8bb18a3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/290e110e On the anniversary of Frank Cook's passing, friends remember him and how his work continues through the organisation Plants & Healers International. Includes interviews with Sandor Katz, Mary Morgaine & Marc Williams.

]]> On the anniversary of Frank Cook's passing, friends remember him and how his work continues through the organisation Plants & Healers International. Includes interviews with Sandor Katz, Mary Morgaine & Marc Williams.

]]> Wed, 19 Aug 2015 15:34:25 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 2817 On the anniversary of Frank Cook's passing, friends remember him and how his work continues through the organisation Plants & Healers International. Includes interviews with Sandor Katz, Mary Morgaine & Marc Williams. On the anniversary of Frank Cook's passing, friends remember him and how his work continues through the organisation Plants & Healers International. Includes interviews with Sandor Katz, Mary Morgaine & Marc Williams. food,frank,wild,cook,botany,plants,foraging,Herbalism No EP04: Plant Observation & Goethean Science 4 4 EP04: Plant Observation & Goethean Science full de955c2585e230a82fa8b1a6a623016a https://share.transistor.fm/s/bef4b7ab An interview with Craig Holdrege from the Nature Institute on "Plant Observation & Goethean Science". How to truly know a plant beyond the traditional classification & pattern methods of plant identification.

]]> An interview with Craig Holdrege from the Nature Institute on "Plant Observation & Goethean Science". How to truly know a plant beyond the traditional classification & pattern methods of plant identification.

]]> Wed, 10 Jun 2015 11:32:01 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 807 An interview with Craig Holdrege from the Nature Institute on "Plant Observation & Goethean Science". How to truly know a plant beyond the traditional classification & pattern methods of plant identification. An interview with Craig Holdrege from the Nature Institute on "Plant Observation & Goethean Science". How to truly know a plant beyond the traditional classification & pattern methods of plant identification. science,food,Craig,wild,botany,ethnobotany,edible,weeds,foraging,goethian,holdrege No EP03: Revisioning Herbal Medicine For The People 3 3 EP03: Revisioning Herbal Medicine For The People full 18d80b3303af95dac72ca71248b16078 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c991c5b6 An interview with Simon Mills, herbal practitioner and author of Principles & Practice of Phytotherapy, The Essential Guide to Herbal Safety, Dictionary of Modern Herbalism. In this interview Simon's talks about : Why plants are not pills. Taking back control our health from experts, and much more.

]]> An interview with Simon Mills, herbal practitioner and author of Principles & Practice of Phytotherapy, The Essential Guide to Herbal Safety, Dictionary of Modern Herbalism. In this interview Simon's talks about : Why plants are not pills. Taking back control our health from experts, and much more.

]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2015 15:03:11 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 830 An interview with Simon Mills, herbal practitioner and author of Principles & Practice of Phytotherapy, The Essential Guide to Herbal Safety, Dictionary of Modern Herbalism. In this interview Simon's talks about : Why plants are not pills. Taking back control our health from experts, and much more. An interview with Simon Mills, herbal practitioner and author of Principles & Practice of Phytotherapy, The Essential Guide to Herbal Safety, Dictionary of Modern Herbalism. In this interview Simon's talks about : Why plants are not pills. Taking back food,wild,medicine,herbal,foraging No EP02: Beyond Botany & Other Ways Of Knowing Plants 2 2 EP02: Beyond Botany & Other Ways Of Knowing Plants full 95934eec14e343eed4a3f6adb744f0b7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c03a58c0 Beyond Botany: How to discover the edible and medicinal uses of plants without books, herbalists or teachers.

]]> Beyond Botany: How to discover the edible and medicinal uses of plants without books, herbalists or teachers.

]]> Wed, 11 Feb 2015 08:21:41 +0000 Robin Harford Robin Harford 790 Beyond Botany: How to discover the edible and medicinal uses of plants without books, herbalists or teachers. Beyond Botany: How to discover the edible and medicinal uses of plants without books, herbalists or teachers. food,wild,botany,ethnobotany,plants,edible,flowers,foraging,herbs,wildflowers,Herbalism No EP01: Wild Dolmades, Is Comfrey Safe To Eat, Self Care Using Plants 1 1 EP01: Wild Dolmades, Is Comfrey Safe To Eat, Self Care Using Plants full bb3f5a8497ac7e2fd68474a2c9dc7c58 https://share.transistor.fm/s/28b30671 In this episode wild food chef Paul Wedgwood from Edinburgh talks about using Jack-by-the-Hedge (Alliaria petiolata) leaves as a dolmades wrap. Research herbalist Monica Wilde takes us through the latest research on whether comfrey is safe to eat, is it? And finally Alex Laird from Living Medicine talks about the importance of using common plants found around you and in your kitchen for self care health care and to support your own path to wellbeing.

]]> In this episode wild food chef Paul Wedgwood from Edinburgh talks about using Jack-by-the-Hedge (Alliaria petiolata) leaves as a dolmades wrap. Research herbalist Monica Wilde takes us through the latest research on whether comfrey is safe to eat, is it? And finally Alex Laird from Living Medicine talks about the importance of using common plants found around you and in your kitchen for self care health care and to support your own path to wellbeing.

]]> Sat, 17 May 2014 08:20:08 +0100 Robin Harford Robin Harford 1822 In this episode wild food chef Paul Wedgwood from Edinburgh talks about using Jack-by-the-Hedge (Alliaria petiolata) leaves as a dolmades wrap. Research herbalist Monica Wilde takes us through the latest research on whether comfrey is safe to eat, is it? And finally Alex Laird from Living Medicine talks about the importance of using common plants found around you and in your kitchen for self care health care and to support your own path to wellbeing. In this episode wild food chef Paul Wedgwood from Edinburgh talks about using Jack-by-the-Hedge (Alliaria petiolata) leaves as a dolmades wrap. Research herbalist Monica Wilde takes us through the latest research on whether comfrey is safe to eat, is it? food,wild,medicine,herbal,botany,ethnobotany,plants,foraging,herbs,botanical No