Southern Appalachian Herbs

This week, we discuss the medicinal uses of Ivy.  This common landscaping plant has some remarkable properties! Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Big Boss Man and remembering Bob Weir I show you how to play my version of Big Bos Man as more of a Memphis style blues, influenced by Charlie Rich and Jerry Reed. I...

This week, we discuss what I believe to be a plant that could literally change the world for the better and save hundreds of thousands of lives annually, if it were used by medical professionals.  It is Gelsemium or the Carolina Jessamine. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Frankie and Johnny I show you how to...

This week, we discuss planning your spring gardening, martial arts for exercise and self defense and three interesting medicinal vines. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Peach Pickin' Time in Georgia I show you how to play my version of Jimmie Rodgers' "Peach Pickin' Time in Georgia". This is a great old tune,...

Merry Christmas everyone!  We have a tradition on this show to do a very special episode for Christmas.  This is my gift to you and I hope you will enjoy it with friends, family and loved ones, but especially with your kids and grandkids.  This show is about the things that matter.... hint, it isn't the stuff.  It is the people and the memories, things no amount of money can buy. Also, I am back o...

Today, I tell you about the medicinal use of three powerfully medicinal vines. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: You've Got the Pocketbook, I've Got the Key I show you how to play couple of versions of Rev. Gary Davis' "You've Got the Pocketbook, I've Got the Key". This song was preserved and passed down by hi...

Today, I tell you about the medicinal use of Yellow root, or Xanthorhiza, and the medicinal, culinary and fiber properties of Yucca. These are both very useful plants! Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Miss The Mississippi And You on guitar I show you how to play my version of Jimmie Rodgers' "Miss the Mississ...

Today, I tell you about the medicinal and culinary properties of Vitex, agnus castus, Monk's Pepper or Chaste Bush.  This common ornamental shrub has interesting medicinal properties that affect hormonal balance and can be used for injuries. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: See See Rider on guitar I show you...

Today, I tell you about the medicinal properties of Viburnum, also called haw or high bush cranberry.  These are essential for any spasmodic or cramping issue, especially menstrual pain, but also for anything from diarrhea, a muscle cramp or asthma. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Baby It Won't Be Long on gu...

Today, I tell you about the medicinal properties of Blueberry and Mother of Thyme.  Both of these are very useful medicinal shrubs that are also great for the kitchen! Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Waiting For a Train on guitar I show you how to play a fingerstyle version of Jimmie Rodgers' "Waiting For a...

Today, I tell you about the medicinal properties of Snowberry/Wolfberry/Coralberry and Taxus, or Yew.  We discuss the poisonous properties of certain medicinal herbs, and why you must do your own research - in some cases the toxicity is overstated, but in others guru type fraudsters encourage the use of plants that are so dangerous they can kill you! Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to...

Today, I tell you about the medicinal properties of Spikemoss and Meadowsweet.  These are great plants to have on hand for first aid, bleeding, colds and flus, aches and pains. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: On The Other Hand Baby on guitar I show you how to play Etta Baker's "On The Other Hand Baby". This...

Today, I tell you about the medicinal and edible properties of Elder.  Also, Elder berries are one of my absolute favorites for wine and jam and a great remedy for colds and coughs! Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Ain't Nobody's Dirty Business on Guitar I show you how to play Mississippi John Hurt's "Ain't Nobody's Dirty Busi...

Today, I tell you about two very useful plants, Glasswort and Willows.  While Glasswort is native to my area, I rarely find enough to harvest.  But, Willows are everywhere and are among the most useful and historic of plants. BTW, Prepper Broadcasting is doing a big give away - be sure to check out their link: https://kingsumo.com/g/36qqe91/preparedness-is-american-strength Also, I am back on Yout...

Today, I tell you about a series of terrorist attacks in North Carolina that you probably haven't seen int he news.  I discuss preparedness for disasters, crime and just general common sense.  Then, we discuss the medicinal and edible use of palmetto. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Saint Louis Blues on guitar Today, I show y...

Today, we discuss the medicinal and edible use of Blackberry and Raspberry.  The entire family is good medicine and delicious!  Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Brown's Boogie on Guitar Today, I play my version of Etta Baker's Brown's Boogie. It is a very fun boogie tune in the key of E, that showcases severa...

Today, we discuss the medicinal and edible use of Roses, These are not just beautiful and sweet smelling flower, roses are essential herbal medicine! Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Blessed Be The Name Today, I show you how to play Mississippi Joh Hurt's "Blessed Be The Name". It is a very simple old blues g...

Today, we discuss the medicinal and edible use of Robinia.  We also discuss the Honey Locust. These are fairly common and very useful trees and shrubs. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Mint Julep on Guitar Today, I show you how to play Etta Baker's "Mint Julep" on guitar. It is a really cool song with a great...

Today, we discuss the medicinal and edible use of the ribes family, which is one of my absolute favorites... but illegal in North Carolina! Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Big Leg Blues on Guitar I show you how to play my version of "Big Leg Blues" by Mississippi John Hurt. This is a very fun song with a lot...

Today, we discuss the medicinal use of two common shrubs and how dangerous a lot of the books written on herb in the 1960s-80s can be. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Dew Drop Today I show you how to play Mrs. Etta Baker's "Dew Drop". This is a very different style than we have done before, probably coming f...

Today, we discuss the medicinal use of one of our most common trees and shrubs.  It is VERY useful!.  Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Oh, Mary Don't You Weep on Guitar I show you how to play my version of Mississippi John Hurt's "Oh Mary Don't You Weep". It is a really nice old gospel blues song in the key o...

Today, we discuss the medicinal use of  Prunus pumila, Appalachian Sandcherry, Pseudosasa japonica, Arrow Bamboo and  Pyrola, another herb called Wintergreen,,,, and I go on a rant about Gooseberries, Currants, Christmas Trees and political corruption. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Bully Of The Town This i...

Today, we discuss the medicinal use of three plants, Nandina or Heavenly Bamboo, Oputntia or Prickly Pear Cactus and Physocarpus opulifolius, Eastern Ninebark.  All of these plants are very potent medicinally and often considered to be weeds.  I particularly like Prickly Pear Cactus because it could not only save your life but is one of my favorite wild foods! Also, I am back on Youtube Please sub...

Today, we discuss the medicinal use of three interesting shrubs, Lyonia or Staggerbush, Manfreda or Rattlesnake Master, and Myrica, wax myrtle or bayberry. These plants have a fascinating history of use in everything from snake bites to fevers, colds and flus, to hallucinogenic beers and colonial candles!  Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carro...

Today, we discuss the medicinal use of Club Moss or Lycopodium.  It is a very interesting, powerful and mysterious herb, Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Shake That Thing My version of Papa Charlie Jackson's "Shake That Thing".... more John Hurt influenced, really. Papa Charlie was a huge star in the 20s. He...

Today, we discuss the medicinal use of Privett and Honeysuckle.  We also discuss corn and Filipino food. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Railroad Bill on Guitar This is my version of Mrs. Etta Baker's classic "Railroad Bill". This is a buckdance tune. It is very rhythmic and meant for dancing. It is a fun tu...