Herbcast
Episodes
Revelations on Women's Health - Reflections on Season 4 with Marion Mackonochie and Sebastian Pole
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Women's Health Revelations from Season 4 with Sebastian & Marion Welcome back to a brand new series of Herbcast. We’re beginning series 5 with ...
Herbal support during pregnancy: Guidance on safety with herbalists Eve Brazil and Simon Mills
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Herbal support during pregnancy: Guidance on safety with herbalists Eve Brazil and Simon Mills.In this episode of Herbcast, editor and first-time host...
A Healthy Power Portal: Taking Control of Your Vaginal Health with herbalist Kathie Bishop
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Herbcast, Marion Mackonochie talks with medical herbalist Kathie Bishop about vaginal health, why it’s so often overlooked, how t...
Endometriosis Naturally: Herbs, Healing & Hormones with Claire Goulding
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Herbcast, host Marion Mackonochie sits down with Claire Goulding, a medical herbalist and aromatherapist, to discuss the complexiti...
Caring for Women with Cancer: How Herbs can Help with Herbalist Nadia Brydon
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Herbcast, Nadia Brydon shares with Marion her extensive experience in holistic cancer care, stemming from her personal journey. She...
Navigating Complex Conditions in Practice with Simon Mills and Dr Christopher Etheridge
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Simon Mills engages in a deep conversation with long-time collaborator Chris Etheridge, about the intricacies of herbal medicine and ...
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Fertility: Chinese Herbal Approaches with Naava Carman
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Fertility: Chinese Herbal ApproachesIn this episode of Herbcast, we hear the nuances of Traditional Chinese Medicine and how...
A healthy herbal pregnancy the Ayurvedic way with Kate Siraj
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Herbcast, host Marion Mackonochie engages in a fascinating discussion with Ayurvedic practitioner Kate Siraj about embracing a heal...
To HRT or not-to-HRT? The herbal path through the menopause with Melinda McDougall
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Herbcast, host Marion Mackonochie talks with herbalist Melinda McDougall, a specialist in natural menopause support.Together, they ...
Period Pain: What's 'Normal', What's Not, and What Herbs Can Do About It with Rosemary Umolu
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Period Pain: What's 'Normal', What's Not, and What Herbs Can Do About It In this episode of Herbcast, Marion Mackonochie talks with herbalist Ros...
Do The Herbs Work? Evidence, Tradition and the Science Behind Women's Health with Hananja Brice-Ytsma
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Herbcast, host Marion Mackonochie welcomes esteemed herbalist Hananja Brice-Ytsma, a fellow of the National Institute of Medical He...
How Herbalism Supports Fertility and a Healthy Menstrual Cycle
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Herbcast, host Marion Mackonochie welcomes esteemed herbalist Marie Reilly, who brings over 20 years of experience in medical herba...
Herbalism for Birth, Breastfeeding, and Beyond with Carole Guyett
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Herbcast, host Marion Mackonochie converses with experienced herbalist Carole Guyett, who has been immersed in the field since 1987...
Hormonal Imbalance: Symptoms, Syndromes and Herbal Solutions with Sara Rooney
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Herbcast, host Marion Mackonochie engages in a compelling discussion with medical herbalist Sara Rooney, who specialises in women's...
Herbcast Season 4 Trailer: Women's Health with Marion Mackonochie
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Herbal Solutions for Women's Health - Series 4 Coming Soon!Get ready for an exciting new series of Herbcast, where we turn our focus to women's health...
The Future of Herbal Medicine: Why Herbs Deserve a Bigger Role in Mainstream Healthcare with Seb and Simon
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
**Correction to the discussion on degree courses: there is one still running at Lincoln College**.Join us for an enlightening discussion with seasoned...
The Herbalist’s Guide to Adaptogens: Stress, Immunity & Energy Support with David Winston
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Adaptogens: The great rejuvenators with David WinstonIn this episode, Sebastian welcomes renowned herbalist and educator David Winston, whose five dec...
The Mind-Heart Connection: Adaptogens & Nervines for Emotional & Cardiovascular Health with Vilma Matuleviciute
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we cross the Irish Sea to delve into the heart of herbal practice with Vilma Matuleviciute, a seasoned herbalist and naturopath based in Ir...
Herbs for Cold & Flu Season: The Power of Yarrow, Peppermint & Elderflower with Dr. Amparo Aracil
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Herbs for Colds and Fevers: The Diaphoretics with Dr. Amparo AracilIn this episode, we explore how diaphoretic herbs can boost immunity and help manag...
The Power of Bitter Herbs: Unlocking Their Role in Digestion, Hormones & Energy with Guido Masé
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Enter the world of bitter herbs, and learn about their historical significance and modern-day applications with expert herbalist Guido Masé. As a ren...
Herbs for Stress, Mood & Memory: Unlocking the Power of Nervines & Nootropics with Julian Barker
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how herbs can influence your mood and stress levels? We explore the world of nervines, nootropics, and sedatives with the esteemed Julia...
The Power of Breath: Herbal & Holistic Approaches to Lung Health with Rumana Zahn
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever stopped to appreciate the simple act of breathing? Each inhale brings life-giving oxygen into our bodies, but what happens when this eff...
Gut Health, Hormones & The Urinary System: Herbal Remedies for Women’s Health with Dr. Sally Moorcroft
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Revealing the secrets of botanical medicine in treating urinary and kidney health, Dr. Sally Moorcroft discusses the vital link between the gut microb...
The Power of Alterative Herbs: Detox, Blood Cleansing & Beyond with Graeme Tobyn
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From Burdock to Blood Cleansers: dive into the power of alterative herbs with Sebastian Pole and today’s guest Graeme Tobyn. With over a quarter-cen...
Herbs for Women's Health: Balancing Hormones, Fertility & Wellbeing with Ginny Kemp
24 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Herbal Reality’s Simon Mills Embark on a journey through the delicate intricacies of women's health with expert herbalist Ginny Kemp. With a me...
Healing the Liver Naturally: How Herbal Medicine Supports Detox & Balance with Marion Mackonochie
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to series 3 of Herbcast!In this episode, Sebastian Pole is joined by Marion Mackonochie, a seasoned herbalist, senior advisor at Pukka, and ed...
Foraging for Health: How to Reconnect with Nature & Eat Sustainably with Robin Harford
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“That coming together, gathering foods and gathering medicines is deeply healing and satisfying and an enjoyable way to experience life. And it’s ...
How to Ensure Your Herbal Supplements Are Safe & Effective with Mark Blumenthal
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“If something is irreparably defective, either because it's adulterated intentionally or accidentally contaminated, then it should be removed from t...
Men, Mental Health & Herbal Medicine; How Herbalism Can Support Mental Resilience with Phil Deakin
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“Suicide is the biggest cause of death in men under 50” Phil’s route to herbal practice has encompassed work as a doctor in hospitals, prim...
The Power of Food & Herbs in Healing Chronic Skin Conditions with Herbalist Alex Laird
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“Keeping our blood sugar within limits and eating slow-releasing food is absolutely fundamental to inflammatory disease”Alex is a practising medic...
Herbal Medicine & Cancer: A Holistic Approach to Healing & Prevention with Chanchal Cabrera
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chanchal is a medical herbalist and has been in clinical practice for 35 years with a specialty in holistic oncology. She is the author of Fibro...
How Food Affects Your Mood: The Ayurvedic Approach to Anxiety & Depression with Todd Caldecott
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Todd Caldecott is a Medical Herbalist and practitioner of Ayurvedic Medicine, who has been in private practice since 1995. He is the Executive Directo...
The Hidden Impact of Climate Change on Herbal Medicine & Farming with Medicinal Plant Expert Josef Brinkmann
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Since 1979, Josef has worked at all levels within the medicinal plant sector; organic farming and wild collection, production of extracts, manufacturi...
The Hidden Link Between Diet, Inflammation & Chronic Disease: Christine Herbert on Herbal Medicine for Long-Term Wellness
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Christine Herbert FAMH, DipAET, BA(Hons) qualified as a herbalist in 1997 and has been practising and learning herbal medicine ever since. During the ...
Rewilding Our Consciousness: Somatic Healing & Reassociating with the Body Through Herbalism with Nathaniel Hughes
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Since his initial training in chemistry and medical pharmacology, Nathaniel Hughes has pursued the question; how much can we learn from plants directl...
Herbs for Sleep, Inflammation & Anxiety: A Sneak Peek into Season 2 with Sebastian & Simon
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sebastian and Simon reflect on Season 1 of Herbcast and discuss their enjoyment of speaking to thought leaders across the herbal medicine community. T...
How Chinese Medicine Works: Diagnosis, Treatment & Healing Strategies with Charles Buck
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An internationally respected practitioner, author, and educator in the field of Chinese medicine, Charles Buck was amongst the first to practice and t...
American Herbal Medicine: Sourcing, Affordability & the Dosage Debate with Bevin Clare
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bevin Clare is a herbalist, nutritionist, mother and Professor and Program Director of the Master’s of Science in Clinical Herbal Medicine at the Ma...
Herbal Medicine in the NHS: Patient Choice & The Case for Integrative Herbal Medicine with Euan MacLennan
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Euan MacLennan is a Medical Herbalist who practices in an NHS General Practice in Central London.He teaches pathology, clinical medicine, and differen...
How to Know if Your Herbal Medicine is High-Quality & Authentic with Roy Upton
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Roy Upton is the founder, president, and editor of the American Herbal Pharmacopoeia (AHP). He has been working and practising professionally as a her...
The Truth About Herbal Extracts: Quality, Dosage & Efficacy Explained with Professor Kerry Bone
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Kerry Bone is the co-founder and innovation driver at MediHerb, a herbal supply company, where he serves as Director of Research and Develop...
The Power of Ayurveda: Healing Through Food, Herbs & Lifestyle with Jo Webber
10 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"I see herbs as the bridge between foods and medicine."Joanna Webber is a fully qualified Ayurvedic Practitioner with a BSc in Ayurveda as well as a H...
How to Train as a Herbalist: The Path to Natural Healing with Helen Kearney
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Having completed a Permaculture Design course in 1997 and her diploma in 2000, Helen Kearney went on to teach Permaculture courses and helped establis...
Can Chinese Herbal Medicine Transform Healthcare? A Deep Dive with Andrew Flower
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Flower has been practicing acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) since 1992. In 2009 Andrew completed his Ph.D. at The University of So...
How to Choose Ethical Herbal Brands & Support Sustainable Sourcing with Ann Armbrecht
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"There is this incredible philosophy around healing and wholeness and working with plants yet most people only experience it through products on a she...
How Herbalism Can Reclaim Your Health with Simon Mills
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Herbs nudge the body to better physiological activity"Simon is the Self Care Lead at the College of Medicine and Herbal Strategist at Pukka Herbs. He...
Holistic Healing: How an Integrated Approach Can Transform Healthcare with Dr. Edward Thomson
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Integrated medicine encourages patient empowerment and responsibility, engendering the motivation and will within patients and the knowledge to help ...
Sebastian Pole on Ayurveda, Herbalism & The Power of Plants
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"I discovered there was another language for describing our health and another way to feel empowered to look after it."Simon Mills (our Herbcast host)...
Herbcast - The Trailer
13 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome along to Herbcast!Do you know your Echinacea from your Eleutherococcus? Or your lavender from your lemonbalm? Whether you’re a budding herba...