Herby At Heart – Détails, épisodes et analyse

(English)

Ritual and routine. What is it and how do we navigate this world? 

We will discuss the meaning of both, where they differ in nature, why we benefit from them and what we have forgotten. We’ll dive into the world of smudging, spiritual use of ritual and use in your everyday life.

We will chat about smudging, what plants you can use, and why it is important to understand and educate yourself where these plant or resin allies come from.

Our guest this month is Nina a wonderful woman who brings ritual into her everyday life and creates beautiful ritual tools. Together we will discover how we can reconnect with our roots through rituals and some ways to carry out ceremonies.

Below are some links we mention in the show and a little quote to get you in the mood.

(Deutsch)

Ritual und Routine. Was ist was? Und wie navigieren wir durch diese Welt? 

Wir werden die Bedeutung von beidem diskutieren, wie sie sich in ihrer Natur unterscheiden, warum wir von ihnen profitieren und was wir über sie vergessen haben. Wir werden in die Welt des Räucherns eintauchen, in die spirituelle Anwendung von Ritualen und in die Anwendung im Alltag.

Wir werden uns über das Räuchern unterhalten, welche Pflanzen man verwenden kann und warum es wichtig ist, zu verstehen und sich zu informieren, woher diese Pflanzen oder Harze kommen.

Unser Gast in diesem Monat ist Nina, eine wunderbare Frau, die Rituale in ihren Alltag integriert und zauberhafte Ritualwerkzeuge herstellt. Gemeinsam entdecken wir, wie wir uns durch Rituale wieder mit unseren Wurzeln verbinden können und welche Möglichkeiten es gibt, Zeremonien durchzuführen.

Unten findet ihr einige Links, die wir in der Sendung erwähnen, und ein kleines Zitat, um euch in Stimmung zu bringen.

Dokumentation:

Saging the world

Rote Liste der Pflanzen:

https://www.iucnredlist.org/en

»The smell of incense takes me high way up high where eagles fly«

JOHAN EDLUND/TIAMAT, Clouds (1992)

English:

The theme of our second show is “allow yourself to dream” where we explore different forms of dreaming, including dreaming as a tool and navigating when dreams don’t become reality. 

We will be delving into the world of the Artemisia plamt family. Exploring the mythology around it, how it’s used in herbalism, the mystical and the magical. As well as some political herbalism around this plant. We will be chatting to a special guest Sam C. Arens who specialises in the Artemisia family. 

Deutsch:

Das Thema unserer zweiten Sendung lautet 

„Erlaube dir zu träumen“,

Wir erforschen verschiedene Formen des Träumens. Wie werden unsere Träume zur Realität und was passiert, wenn es nicht klappt.

Wir tauchen ein in die Welt der Artemisia-Pflanzengewächse, erforschen ihre mythologischen Aspekte, wie sie in der Phytotherapie verwendet werden, und gehen tief in die Mystik und Magie der Pflanzen. 

Darüber hinaus geht es um die politischen Aspekte, die sie mit sich bringen und wir werden mit einem besonderen Gast, Sam C. Arens, sprechen, der sich auf die Arbeit mit der Artemisia-Familie spezialisiert hat.

(English)

In this first episode of Modern Mystic Radio Tash (@avant.garden.life) & Phil (@power.plants.berlin), two Naturopaths (HeilpraktikerInnen) who are based in Berlin will be introducing themselves, their work and their journey of modern mysticism, herbalism and all things health. 

This month’s topic: Spring Shooting and Groundlessness - delving into the topic through personal anecdotes, tips & tricks to ground yourselves in our fast living times and re-connecting with the nature around you.

Plants of the month: Cleavers/Klettlabkraut, Galium aparine and Rhodiola/Rosenwurz, Rhodiola rosea as well as an introduction to adaptogens and lymphatics..

Join us on the path of the Modern Mystic where we aim to give power back to the people by taking charge of their health.

(Deutsch)

In der ersten Folge von Modern Mystic Radio stellen Tash (@avant.garden.life) & Phil (@power.plants.berlin),zwei HeilpraktikerInnen aus Berlin, ihre Arbeit, den Weg der modernen Mystik, traditionelle Kräuterkunde und alles rund um Gesundheit vor. 

Das Thema des Monats: Frühlingsshooting und Bodenlosigkeit - mit persönlichen Anekdoten, Tipps & Tricks, um sich in unserer schnelllebigen Zeit zu erden und wieder mit der Natur in Verbindung zu kommen.

Pflanzen des Monats: Klettlabkraut, Galium aparine und Rosenwurz, Rhodiola rosea sowie eine Einführung in Adaptogene und Lymphatik...

Begleitet uns auf dem Weg des Modernen Mystikers, ein Weg der inneren Kraft und Selbstverantwortung.

Grandfather Pine is the theme of this show a tree in the Pinacea family also known as evergreens. They stand tall and straight, resilient and grounding giving us a green landscape throughout the year.  They protect, they warm, they heal. In this episode, we will explore the world of the pine and what they have to give and teach us.

 Pine trees are known for their ability to thrive in harsh conditions, endure the passage of time, and grow strong through their deep, stabilising roots. Similarly, body therapy emphasises the importance of grounding, resilience, and the healing of both emotional and physical trauma, drawing parallels to the strength and adaptability of the pine tree. We will have the pleasure of interviewing Daniel Holbach who works in body psychotherapy and Somatic Experience.

In this episode, we will be chatting about all things Angelica. A warrior of a plant that likes to shine light on the places we hide from ourselves. We have both been working with this plant for the last month. During this episode, we will not only share our experiences with angelica but also dive into the monograph of this plant and how it affects our body, mind and spirit. Ways one can work with and explore its beautiful bountiful characteristics. 

For our interview this month we will be chatting with an extremely inspiring woman Anuscheh Amir-Khalili is an activist and anthropologist dedicated to supporting refugee women and children. Founder of Flamingo e.V. Hekayat and “Hevrîn Xelef” - medicinal herb garden in Berlin-Neukölln, providing a space for refugee women to gather, garden, and find healing. Just as Angelica archangelica was seen as a lightbringer during dark times, Anuscheh’s work brings a similar sense of healing and hope to the modern world. Both are symbols of resilience and renewal—offering strength and support where it’s needed most.

Flamingo e.V.

https://www.instagram.com/flamingo_netztwerk

Tash English:

https://www.avantgardenlife.com

https://www.instagram.com/avant.garden.life

Philipp Phildius

https://www.hp-phildius.de

https://www.instagram.com/power.plants.berlin

We are beginning this new phase with a beautiful plant, which not only supports mothers but also supports one when we are in need of “Mothering”.

Introducing Leonurus Cardiaca, the Lion-hearted Motherwort.

During this episode, we will not only share our experiences with Motherwort but also dive into the monograph of this plant. How it affects our body, mind and spirit. Ways one can work with and explore its beautiful bountiful characteristics. As this plant has a strong mothering relationship, supporting the nervous system and the heart, we have chosen to interview Shanay the doula.

Whose work is all about supporting mothers creating a gentle space filled with love. Sit down, tune in, close your eyes, and feel the plant as we whisper sweet motherwort nothings into your ears.

https://www.shanaythedoula.com/

https://www.instagram.com/shanaythedoula/

https://www.instagram.com/mamamuun.de/

https://mamamuun.de/

Philipp Phildius Website

https://www.hp-phildius.de

https://www.instagram.com/power.plants.berlin

Tash English

https://www.avantgardenlife.com

https://www.instagram.com/avant.garden.life

Deconstructing old structures and breaking out of old systems is the theme of this show. We will discuss breaking rules, why we feel the need to follow them and the importance of allowing ourselves to question them.

We will chat about how to question systems we created on our own and have a look at what was created by others for us. Look at conditioning we are not even aware of, why it is important to break rules, techniques on how to do it in a healthy sustainable way and how thinking outside the box is key to changing old systems. 

We also had the pleasure to chat with Cornelia Titzmann a talented Herbalist (Naturopath - Heilprakterin homeopath, TENS) born and bred in Berlin who has been working as a Herbalist for over 40 years. She is a lover of all things planty and has a deep connection with the natural world around her. She will talk about how the industry has changed, what rule breaking means to her and how she navigated the natural health world through her carrier.

https://www.corneliatitzmann.de

This episode, we dive into the lush, aromatic world of wild garlic, known as bear’s leek or Allium ursinum. We will also look at its notruously famous cousin, that people tend to mistake as wild garlic here in Berlin, the wildly famous Few-flowered leek aka “wunderlauch” (allium paradoxum)

We have the pleasure of interviewing Olga Graf for this episode. She has the spirit of a siberian bear and the energy of wild garlic.

When spring whispers through the forest floor, and a strong garlicky scent fills the air, it’s a sign: the bear’s plant has returned.

Growing in rich green carpets beneath trees, wild garlic is among the first plants to awaken in early spring – and the forest answers with a vibrant, living aroma. Its star-shaped, white flowers light up the woods like little constellations, attracting bees, flies, and humble pollinators alike.

But wild garlic is more than a seasonal green – it carries stories, healing power, and even the echo of old gods and forest spirits. From the way ants help spread its seeds, to the belief that bears eat it to regain their strength after hibernation – this is a plant rooted in both nature and myth.

Let’s explore its name, its uses, and the deep, ancient wisdom it brings with every leaf.

Find Olga:

https://www.instagram.com/olga___graf/

https://markthalleneun.de/

https://www.kornlabor.de/

Find Philipp:

https://www.instagram.com/power.plants.berlin/

https://www.hp-phildius.de

Praxis @ Mommsenstraße 55 , 10629 Berlin

Find Tash:

https://www.instagram.com/avant.garden.life/

https://www.avantgardenlife.com/

Praxis @ Mommsenstraße 55 , 10629 Berlin

In this enchanting episode, we invite you to embark on a journey through the lush world of the birch tree, celebrated for its ethereal beauty and profound healing properties. Join your favorite herbalists, Tash (@avantgardenlife) and Philipp (@powerplantsberlin), as we delve into the symbolism and significance of this remarkable tree—a true light-bringer and harbinger of new beginnings.

This month, we are thrilled to introduce the lovely birch (Betula alba and Betula pendula), a tree that has woven itself into the fabric of herbal medicine and culinary delights. We’ll explore its characteristics, uses, and the rich historical tapestry that surrounds it.

Our special guest this episode is the delightful Rupert Waites, a passionate chef and forager from the wilds of Scotland. Rupert, whom Tash met at an annual foragers meet-up, brings a wealth of knowledge about birch sap and its transformative role in the culinary world. Together, we’ll uncover the magic of birch and how it has inspired Rupert's innovative creations with his award-winning brand, Buck and Birch.

As we navigate the delicate threads connecting us to this magnificent tree, we’ll share personal anecdotes, practical tips, and fascinating insights into the birch’s role in traditional and modern herbalism.

So, grab a cup of birch tea and settle in as we celebrate the spirit of the birch tree—a symbol of renewal, resilience, and the vibrant connection between nature and our daily lives. Let’s explore, learn, and grow together on this herbal journey!

https://www.instagram.com/buckandbirch/

https://buckandbirch.com/

This month's plant is special, a plant everybody knows walks by and often notices especially while blooming.  A scent and taste we all have tried and easily recognise. It is a medicine that is usually forgotten, yet so common that it’s a part of everyday life. In Turkish delight or as a tea - as jam inside our “Berliners” or as a childish trick to make you feel itchy. Full of vitamins and rich in flavonoids - today's plant is nobody else than the wild rose or dog rose. And we’re gonna talk about its fruits - rose hips.

We had the pleasure of interviewing a talented medical herbalist Clare Holohan practicing in the highlands of Scotland. When we decided to work with Rosehip Clare came straight to mind. With her rosy cheeks, strong vibrant nature and nourishing vibes.

https://www.westhighlandherbal.co.uk/

https://www.instagram.com/power.plants.berlin

https://www.instagram.com/avant.garden.life/