Hearth Fire Podcast

Shelley McClure

Gather around the metaphorical hearth to share ideas & conversations about ancestral wisdom for today. Such as; herbalism, health and traditional practices that help to provide a road map for healing, a regenerative culture and thriving communities. Music track "Add the Butter" from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/night-drift/add-the-butter License code: 69QDZIA4RLL7TVLU

  1. 3d ago

    Ep. 52 Japanese Honeysuckle, Loinicera japonica medicinal uses

    Japanese Honeysuckle, Loinicera japonica is a highly underrated medicinal herb for the immune system, especially in relation to colds, flus, viral and bacterial infections. Long esteemed in Traditional Chinese Medicine. As usual, traditional wisdom is backed by scientific research and importantly clinical observation amongst herbal medicine practitioners. One of my favourite herbs that I try to have on hand at all times, use often and is now a foundational herb in my immune supporting products. Listen in to find out more about other uses and why Japanese honeysuckle may be a multi-faceted herb for your apothecary. Note: caution using this herb in high doses for extended periods of time if you are on blood thinning or anti-platelet medication. Always consult a practitioner if you're taking medication before choosing the right herbs for you 🌿 Learn more about foraging, herbs and herbal products at ⁠⁠⁠Hearthfire.au⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Get your FREE guide to creating your own herbal family first aid kit⁠ Hint: Japanese Honeysuckle features in both the free guide and Herbal Foraging Journal. Podcast ad mentions (purchasing from these links helps me to keep the podcast going): ⁠⁠Herbal Academy of New England link ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Nahla Earth Supplements⁠⁠ Health disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice or replace professional healthcare. Always correctly identify wild plants before consuming them and seek professional advice if you have health concerns.

  2. Sep 22

    Ep. 51: Nettle, Urtica species

    Listen in to hear about the wondrous Nettle - Urtica spp . Like many wildcrafted/foraged herbs the season to harvest and process is seasonal. It's an early Spring to Summer plant where I live. In the podcast: The many benefits and qualities as medicine and foodForaging and plant IDProcessing for optimal potencySome of the folklore, history and traditions 🌿 Learn more about foraging, herbs and herbal products at ⁠⁠Hearthfire.au⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ Get your FREE guide to creating your own herbal family first aid kit Podcast ad mentions (purchasing from these links helps me to keep the podcast going): ⁠Herbal Academy of New England link ⁠ ⁠Nahla Earth Supplements⁠ Health disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice or replace professional healthcare. Always correctly identify wild plants before consuming them and seek professional advice if you have health concerns.

  3. Sep 3

    Ep. 50: Shepherd's Purse, Capsella bursa-pastoris

    Listen in to hear about this interesting herb,Shepherd's Purse, Capsella bursa-pastoris. Like many wildcrafted/foraged herbs the season to harvest and process is short. It's a late winter early Spring her where I live. In the podcast: The many benefits and qualities as medicine and foodForaging and plant IDProcessing for optimal potencySome of the folklore, history and traditions 🌿 Learn more about foraging, herbs and herbal products at ⁠Hearthfire.au⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ Get your FREE guide to creating your own herbal family first aid kit⁠ Podcast ad mentions (purchasing from these links helps me to keep the podcast going): Herbal Academy of New England link Nahla Earth Supplements Health disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice or replace professional healthcare. Always correctly identify wild plants before consuming them and seek professional advice if you have health concerns.

  4. Aug 14

    Ep. 49 Chickweed: Foraging, Food & Medicine

    Chickweed: Foraging, Food & Medicine In this episode, I’m talking all about chickweed — how to identify and forage it, ways to use it as a nutritious wild food, and some of its traditional uses as a medicinal herb. We’ll explore simple ways to bring this common little plant into your kitchen and herbal preparations, and why chickweed is such a useful plant to get to know. 🌿 Learn more about foraging, herbs and herbal products at ⁠⁠Hearthfire.au⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ Get your FREE guide to creating your own herbal family first aid kit⁠ Podcast ad mentions (purchasing from these links helps me to keep the podcast going): ⁠Herbal Academy of New England link ⁠ ⁠Nahla Earth Supplements⁠ Health disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice or replace professional healthcare. Always correctly identify wild plants before consuming them and seek professional advice if you have health concerns.

  5. 10/13/2023

    Ep. 48 Herbal Medicine for home, family, healing and health

    One of my dearest friends and herbal sister, Aspen, joins me to chat about our love for herbal medicine, her journey with herbs, herbalism in the home, family and personally. We discuss what we have been up to seasonally with herbs here in Spring in Australia. We touch on comfrey, herbal oils, herbal juices & why local herbs are sometimes the best. I hope this chat inspires you to delve into the empowering and fulfilling world of plant medicine and find a herbal sister/s.We discuss herbalism in the community and our very affordable and accessible herbal medicine making workshop coming up on the 12th November in Wingham at the Womenkind Collective bookings via the link there or hereYou can find Aspen's beautiful herbal products at her Website and on InstagramAspen and Pete's family business Medijelly and amazing medicinal manuka honey products on the Website and Instagram🌿 Learn more about foraging, herbs and herbal products at ⁠⁠⁠Hearthfire.au⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Get your FREE guide to creating your own herbal family first aid kit⁠⁠ Podcast ad mentions (purchasing from these links helps me to keep the podcast going): ⁠⁠Herbal Academy of New England link ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Nahla Earth Supplements⁠⁠ Health disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice or replace professional healthcare. Always correctly identify wild plants before consuming them and seek professional advice if you have health concerns.

    Ep. 48 Herbal Medicine for home, family, healing and health

  6. 02/21/2023

    Ep. 47 Mineral Balancing for Thriving Health with Amy Armstrong

    Amy from Amy Armstrong Health shares with us an extremely information dense and important aspect of achieving holistic thriving health. Bringing both personal lived experience and a wealth of knowledge and research, Amy explains the importance of mineral balance in our body and diet. Why we may actually not need more iron but a better balance of nutrients. This is important information for anyone at any life stage but especially if you've received test results from the GP or Obstetrician saying you have low ferritin (one form of iron). Again it ties back into traditional wisdom and nutrient dense foods and whole food supplements.  You can find Amy's services and links at her: Website Instagram Facebook The podcast episode we mention where Amy shares her journey about her daughter's and family health The research study showing links between maternal haemoglobin and infant birth weight Morley Robbins Podcast episode about this study HEART HEARTH EARTH links: Get $10 off Saturee supplements link liver and oyster capsules as well as collagen and casein powder. Use code: HEARTH Greener Pastures Cod Liver Oil link Social Media Links: Instagram Facebook

  7. 01/08/2023

    Ep. 46 St John's Wort, Seasonal Foraging, Oil Making and Use

    Join me for my first solo herb podcast! This episode is about St John's Wort, my experience and story foraging it late last year. Then processing and using it for myself and clients.  I also briefly: - introduce the herb - how to ID it - process it to make oil - the medicinal uses - my recent client experience with it - The fresh, small batch seasonal herbal products I offer 🌿 Learn more about foraging, herbs and herbal products at ⁠⁠⁠Hearthfire.au⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Get your FREE guide to creating your own herbal family first aid kit⁠⁠ Podcast ad mentions (purchasing from these links helps me to keep the podcast going): ⁠⁠Herbal Academy of New England link ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Nahla Earth Supplements⁠⁠ Health disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice or replace professional healthcare. Always correctly identify wild plants before consuming them and seek professional advice if you have health concerns.

    Ep. 46 St John's Wort, Seasonal Foraging, Oil Making and Use

  8. 12/10/2022

    Ep. 45 Anna Axisa from Homegrown Healthy Living on Homesteading and Health

    Anna Axisa from Homegrown Healthy Living shares with us her huge journey, alongside her family of moving to and setting up a 10 acre homestead, farm, business and now a wonderful book. After a diagnosis of MS in 2016 Anna took hers and her family's health and wellness journey to a whole new level, the book documents and shares all of the above. Including the story, challenges, successes, learning, resilience, skills, gardening, homesteading tips, nourishing recipes, mindfulness and much more. You can find Anna, her content and book at: Website Facebook Instagram The family Worm Farming Biz here HEART HEARTH EARTH links: Get $10 off ⁠Saturee supplements link ⁠liver and oyster capsules as well as collagen and casein powder. Greener Pastures Cod Liver Oil link Social Media Links: Instagram Facebook

    Ep. 45 Anna Axisa from Homegrown Healthy Living on Homesteading and Health
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Gather around the metaphorical hearth to share ideas & conversations about ancestral wisdom for today. Such as; herbalism, health and traditional practices that help to provide a road map for healing, a regenerative culture and thriving communities. Music track "Add the Butter" from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/night-drift/add-the-butter License code: 69QDZIA4RLL7TVLU

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  • Creator
    Shelley McClure
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    52
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Shelley McClure
  • Show Website
    Hearth Fire Podcast