Original Being

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Original Being is a podcast that delves into the timeless wisdom of ancient practices and ways of living. From holistic health and wellness to survival techniques, homesteading, and primitive skills, this show explores the knowledge our ancestors used to thrive. Hosted by Jillian Erice, a functional Physician Associate and homesteading mother of three, each episode offers insights, experiences, and conversations with experts and everyday people who embrace a hands-on, self-sufficient lifestyle.

  1. 6D AGO

    Ep 20: Honoring Life Through Death: Whole Animal Butchery, Ancestral Skills, and Off-Grid Living with Harmony Cronin

    In this conversation, Jillian Erice interviews Harmony Cronin, an off-grid living expert and craftswoman, who shares her experiences living in a canvas tent, building a Cobb house, and engaging in ancestral skills. They discuss the challenges of off-grid living, the importance of community, and the revival of old ways of living. Harmony also talks about her work with the Buffalo Bridge project, her unique uses of animal parts, and her classes on butchery and death. The conversation touches on the cultural attitudes towards death, the impact of social media, and the beauty of living in harmony with nature.     Harmony’s Website: https://www.gatheringways.com/   Harmony’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gatheringways   Harmony’s Substack: https://theravenscottage.substack.com/   Harmony’s Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thedwellerbefore/     Original Being Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/originalbeingpodcast Watch Full Video Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@OriginalBeing Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/original-being/id1799253354 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/788vug7NLNZcJ7xYXiB7ub

    1h 19m

  2. 12/10/2025

    Ep 19: The Magic of Flower Essences with Samantha Boersma

    In this episode, Samantha Boersma, a visionary and intuitive, shares her journey from the fashion industry to becoming a healer using flower essences. She discusses her struggles with chronic illness and how it led her to explore plant spirit communication and healing. Samantha emphasizes the importance of sensitivity and empathy in healing, and how flower essences can support sensitive individuals. She also talks about the process of making flower essences as part of her business, The Spiral Path, the role of intention, and the significance of connecting with plants on a deeper level. Samantha’s Website: https://thespiralpath.love/   Samantha’s Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thespiralpath.love   Original Being Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/originalbeingpodcast Jillian’s Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jillian.erice Watch Full Video Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@OriginalBeing

    1h 8m

  3. 10/29/2025

    Ep 18: The Call To Hunt: Starting the Journey for Women with Christi Elliott

    In this episode, Jillian Erice interviews Christi Elliott, a registered Maine guide, Appalachian trail thru-hiker and founder of Maine Women Hunters. They discuss Christi's journey into hunting, the cultural significance of hunting in Maine, the emotional aspects of hunting, and the role of conservation. Christi shares insights on getting started in hunting, the challenges of archery versus firearms, and tips for successful deer hunting. They also touch on the importance of community and support for women hunters, Christi's involvement in outdoor organizations, and her upcoming memoir.   Christi’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christiholmes/   Buy Christi’s Book: https://shermans.com/book/9781952143243?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAae-j33Ij2wU7x6wqh_-E_v-_CAZ1lkUhNTXEcqxN9VUyro7iAkI8ZiKwTh4og_aem_BPpinyQ2FKJrRZU2xLauBw   Maine Women Hunters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mainewomenhunters/   Maine Women Hunters Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/945381918952054   Original Being Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/originalbeingpodcast Watch Full Video Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@OriginalBeing  Intro/Outro Music by Sam V. Perry: http://www.instagram.com/sam_v_perry

    54 min

  4. 09/30/2025

    Ep 17: From Vegetable Gardening to Intuitive Emotional Healing with Claire Garner

    Episode 17: From Vegetable Gardening to Intuitive Emotional Healing   In this conversation, Claire Garner shares her journey from a career in agriculture to becoming an intuitive emotional healing guide. She discusses the importance of connecting with nature and how gardening has influenced her emotional healing practices. Claire emphasizes the need for self-awareness and compassion in the healing process, particularly in parenting and teaching children about emotions. The discussion also touches on the significance of community support and the ongoing nature of emotional healing, encouraging listeners to build a compassionate relationship with themselves.     Claire’s Website: https://www.intuitiveemotionalhealing.com/conscious-heart-academy   Claire’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intuitiveemotionalhealing/   Claire’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@intuitiveemotionalhealing     Original Being Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/originalbeingpodcast Watch Full Video Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@OriginalBeing  Intro/Outro Music by Sam V. Perry: http://www.instagram.com/sam_v_perry Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/original-being/id1799253354 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/788vug7NLNZcJ7xYXiB7ub

    1h 12m

  5. 09/16/2025

    Ep 16: Reviving the Past: Ancient Polish Recipes Part 2 with Anna Maria Ruminska

    Episode 16: Reviving the Past: Ancient Polish Recipes Part 2 This part 2 of a 2 part interview with Anna Maria Rumińska. She is a Polish ethnologist, cultural anthropologist, architect, forager, and event-chef. She specializes in historical reenactment, ancient food replication, and culinary reconstruction within the field of experimental food archaeology. Her work focuses primarily on the Dolny Śląsk region of Poland and Central Europe. This conversation explores 23 ancient polish recipes. The recipes are as follows: 1. herbal salt - PL SÓL ZIOŁOWA [sool zhoolowa]  2. lactoferment - PL KISZONKA [keeshonka]  3. marinade - PL MARYNATA  4. vinegar - PL OCET [otzet]  5. soup 1 - Slavic POLEWKA [polevka]  6. soup 2 - PL BARSZCZ [barshtch]  7. soup 3 - PL ŻUR [zhur]  8. soup 4 - OGÓRKOWA [ogoorcova]  9. soup 5 - KWAŚNICA [kfashneetsa]  10. stew - SL BIGOSEK  11. gruel - SL BRAJKA [brayka]  12. jelly - SL KISIEL [keeshel]  13. wraps - SL GOŁĄBKI [gowombkee]  14. salsa verde - SL SZAŁSZA [shaushza]  15. bread spread - PL SMARUCHA [smarookha]  16. casserole - SL ZAPIEKANKA [zapyekanka]  17. pasta - SL KLUSKI [klooskee]  18. herbal bread - SL CHLEB [khleb]  19. flatbread - SL PODPŁOMYK [podplomeek]  20. fritters - SL OPIEKANKI [opyekankee]  21. cold brew - SL PRAŻMO [prazhmo]  22. fresh cheese - SL TWARÓG       Anna’s E-books: https://chwastozercy.gumroad.com/   Anna’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chwastozercy   Anna’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@chwastozercyancientslowfood   Slow Food Dolny Śląsk: https://slowfooddolnyslask.org/   Slow Food International: https://www.slowfood.com/join-the-slow-food-movement/     Original Being Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/originalbeingpodcast Watch Full Video Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@OriginalBeing Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/original-being/id1799253354 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/788vug7NLNZcJ7xYXiB7ub  Intro/Outro Music by Sam V. Perry: http://www.instagram.com/sam_v_perry

    1h 14m

  6. 09/02/2025

    Ep 15: Reviving the Past: Ancient Food, Foraging, and Fermentation Part 1 with Anna Maria Ruminska

    Episode 15: Reviving the Past: Ancient Food, Foraging, and Fermentation Part 1 This interview is with Anna Maria Rumińska. She is a Polish ethnologist, cultural anthropologist, architect, forager, and event-chef. She specializes in historical reenactment, ancient food replication, and culinary reconstruction within the field of experimental food archaeology. Her work focuses primarily on the Dolny Śląsk region of Poland and Central Europe. This conversation explores the intersection of ancient food practices, foraging, and cultural anthropology. Anna shares her journey from architecture to food anthropology, emphasizing the importance of reconnecting with nature through foraging and the cultural significance of edible plants. The discussion also delves into food preservation techniques, particularly fermentation, and the role of Slow Food International in promoting biodiversity and education. Anna advocates for a living history approach, integrating ancient techniques into modern practices, and highlights the need for education in passing down foraging knowledge.     Anna’s E-books: https://chwastozercy.gumroad.com/   Anna’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chwastozercy   Anna’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@chwastozercyancientslowfood   Slow Food Dolny Śląsk: https://slowfooddolnyslask.org/   Slow Food International: https://www.slowfood.com/join-the-slow-food-movement/     Original Being Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/originalbeingpodcast Watch Full Video Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@OriginalBeing  Intro/Outro Music by Sam V. Perry: http://www.instagram.com/sam_v_perry

    1h 25m

  7. 08/05/2025

    Ep 14: Ayurvedic Beauty from the Inside Out: Herbs, Doshas & Skin Health with Rachel Warnock

    Episode 14: Ayurvedic Beauty from the Inside Out: Herbs, Doshas & Skin Health with Rachel Warnock   Rachel Warnock is an Ayurvedic herbalist and founder of Impact Botanicals. In this episode she shares her journey into herbalism, emphasizing the power of Ayurvedic practices and the importance of understanding the body's natural rhythms. She discusses the unique properties of Ayurvedic herbs, the significance of topical treatments for skin and nervous system health, and the role of doshas in personalized wellness. The conversation also delves into the Panchakarma cleansing process, the importance of fat in healing, and how seasonal changes can impact health. Rachel's insights provide a holistic perspective on wellness and the healing potential of nature. She explains how understanding one's dosha is crucial for personalized health and dietary choices. The discussion also highlights the importance of sustainable practices in wellness products, particularly through her brand, Impact Botanicals, which merges beauty with health-promoting ingredients. The conversation delves into the use of specific herbs for skin health and the broader implications of Ayurveda in modern wellness.   Impact Botanicals: https://myimpactbotanicals.com/   Impact Botanicals on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactbotanicals   Rachel’s personal instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachel.out.loud   Boston School of Herbal Studies: https://bostonherbalstudies.com/     One Study regarding skin barrier repair and systemic inflammation: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5796020/   Original Being Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/originalbeingpodcast Watch Full Video Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@OriginalBeing Intro/Outro Music by Sam V. Perry: http://www.instagram.com/sam_v_perry

    1h 39m

  8. 07/22/2025

    Ep. 13: Animism, Ancestral Connection & the Quest for Belonging with Jenn Campus

    Jenn Campus is a two-time best-selling author, anthropologist, and animist dedicated to helping others reconnect with the old ways. Jenn weaves together the threads of folklore, animism, plant wisdom, and sacred homemaking to support a life rooted in ancestral wisdom. As an immigrant, mother to two neurodivergent children, and a lifelong student of myth and tradition, she brings a deeply lived perspective on how our differences are actually ancient gifts, passed down through our bloodlines to help us thrive. Her work invites individuals and families alike to find connection, meaning, and magic in daily life through ritual, story, and the turning of the year.   In this conversation Jenn shares her journey from a forest homestead in Vermont to her husband's ancestral homeland in Sardinia. Jillian and Jenn explore themes of ancestral wisdom, animism, and the quest for belonging in a modern world. Discover how Jenn weaves folklore, plant wisdom, and sacred homemaking into a life rooted in tradition and connection to the land. Tune in for this inspiring discussion on embracing our differences as ancient gifts and finding community beyond the human realm     Jenn’s website: https://jenncampusauthor.com/   Jenn’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenncampus_author/   Jenn’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jenncampusauthor       Original Being Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/originalbeingpodcast Watch Full Video Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@OriginalBeing    Intro/Outro Music by Sam V. Perry: http://www.instagram.com/sam_v_perry

    1h 29m
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Original Being is a podcast that delves into the timeless wisdom of ancient practices and ways of living. From holistic health and wellness to survival techniques, homesteading, and primitive skills, this show explores the knowledge our ancestors used to thrive. Hosted by Jillian Erice, a functional Physician Associate and homesteading mother of three, each episode offers insights, experiences, and conversations with experts and everyday people who embrace a hands-on, self-sufficient lifestyle.

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  • Creator
    originalbeingpodcast
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
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