Southern Appalachian Herbs

Today, we discuss the medicinal use Leucothoe and Lindera. This is a short episode because I am recovering from dental surgery, infection and an intestinal virus..... it has been a fun week! (Photo by Jason Hollinger - SpicebushUploaded by Amada44, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=24213181) Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Ju...

Today, we discuss the medicinal use of a very poisonous, but very beautiful plant. We also discuss Kerria japonica, or Japanese-rose. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: One Dime Blues This is my version of Etta Baker's "One Dime Blues". It is a good introduction to her picking style. It isn't very difficult, bu...

In this episode I interview Tyler Riggin of Unicorn Bitters.  This is a fantastic product!  Check out unicornbitters.store Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Sliding Delta This is my version of Mississippi John Hurt's "Sliding Delta". I first learned this one from Doc Watson, but his version was a little differ...

In this episode I tell you about the medicinal uses of Juniper.  This very common tree/shrub is among our most useful medicinal herbs and is also great as a food. Juniper is one of the essentials! Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Corrina Corrina This is my version of the Mississippi Sheiks' "Corrina Corrina"....

In this episode I tell you about the medicinal uses of Holly.  This beautiful shrub or tree is widespread and has tons of lore and legends surrounding it, and is also one of my favorite woods to carve.  The medicinal uses will surprise you! Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Sittin' On Top of the World This is...

In this episode I tell you about the medicinal uses of Saint John's Wort.  This is one of the most useful, essential, storied and fascinating herbs in history. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Got The Blues and I Can't Be Satisfied My version of Mississippi John Hurt's "I Got The Blues and I Can't Be Satisfie...

In this episode I tell you about the medicinal uses of hydrangea, an interesting business idea and why I'm going to have to have dental surgery. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Deep River Blues My version of "Deep River Blues" - this is a classic Delmore Brothers song that I learned from Doc Watson. BTW, whe...

In this episode I tell you about the edible uses of wintergreen, wisteria and yucca, and the medicinal uses of huckleberry. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Spike Driver Blues My version of "Spike Driver Blues" by Mississippi John Hurt. Lesson at the end. https://youtu.be/euVLnBFgFhM New today in my Woodcraft...

In this episode I tell you about the edible uses of wild strawberry and creasy greens, and the medicinal use of galax (surprisingly) and wintergreen. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad This is my version of Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad in a closed D position. This really shows...

In this episode I tell you about the edible and medicinal uses of some of my favorite edible plants, and the medicinal uses of one of the most beautiful of American plants. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Fishing Blues This is my version of "Fishing Blues" by Ragtime Texas Henry Tomas, Taj Mahall, Doc Watson...

In this episode I tell you about the edible and medicinal uses of three very interesting plants. Some of these are going to really surprise you! Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: My Creole Belle I play my version of Mississippi John Hurt's "My Creole Belle", show you how to play the tune and give a little hist...

In this episode I tell you about four interesting plants.  The first two are edible and medicinal.  The second two are medicinal... but one is very poisonous!   Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week: Stranger Blues This is my version of "Stranger Blues", also known as "New Stranger Blues" or "Poor Stranger Blues"....

In this episode I tell you about two great edible plants for spring foraging.  Watercress, especially, is one you have to try at least once. It is delicious and has a somewhat sophisticated taste.  Waterleaf is very mild. Then, we discuss Bush Honeysuckle as a medicinal herb. Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTube Tune of the week:...

In this episode I tell you about a recent experiment with a very dangerous herb that was necessary for severe pain.  I also discuss two wild edible and two interesting medicinal plants. Tune of the week: Since I Laid My Burdens Down Happy Easter everyone! Today I play one of Mississippi John Hurt's gospel songs, "Since I Laid My Burdens Down". It is great song, that will likely sound familiar. It...

In this episode I discuss two wild edible plants and a medicinal plant.  The first, Trailing Arbutus, is somewhat rare, but you might consider growing it. The second, Twisted Stalk is very abundant where I live. And the medicinal, Hawthorn is super abundant and one of the most important of all medicinal herbs. Tune of the week: Hesitation Blues I play my version of "Hesitation Blues" and give a bi...

In this episode I discuss two wild edible plants and a medicinal plant, that are very tasty and have a rich history. I also discuss youtube, facebook and censorship that suppressed information on herbal medicine over the past few years. Tune of the week: My version of Elizabeth Cotten's "Oh Babe It Ain't No Lie"..... I think I learned this one from Doc Watson, but it may have Jerry Garcia.... not...

In this episode I discuss the great clouds of pollen causing seasonal allergies and some good herbal remedies both at the beginning and end of the show.  I discuss homeopathy from a Christian perspective, I cover three great medicinal and medicinal plants.... and I share some memories about TGI Friday's. New today in my Woodcraft shop: Toasted Holly Cooking Spoon - Judson Carroll Woodcraft https:/...

In this episode I discuss 10 plants that are coming into flower right now: Virginia Bluebells Dutchman’s breeches  Bloodroot Eastern spring beauty Trout lily Red trillium Starflower Wood anemones Round-lobed hepatica Cutleaf Toothwort New today in my Woodcraft shop: Toasted Holly Cooking Spoon - Judson Carroll Woodcraft https://judsoncarrollwoodcraft.substack.com/p/toasted-holly-cooking-spoon Emai...

In this episode I discuss two great wild edibles and two medicinal herbs that are also edible.  I also announce my 2nd annual Lenten book give away.. New today in my Woodcraft shop: Toasted Holly Scoop Set https://judsoncarrollwoodcraft.substack.com/p/toasted-holly-scoop-set Email: judson@judsoncarroll.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-he...

In this episode I discuss two great wild edibles and a beautiful but dangerous medicinal herb. New today in my Woodcraft shop: Toasted Holly Scoop Set https://judsoncarrollwoodcraft.substack.com/p/toasted-holly-scoop-set Email: judson@judsoncarroll.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/support Read about The Spring Foraging Coo...

In this episode I discuss Two great wild edibles, two great medicinal plants and miso. New today in my Woodcraft shop: Mahoganized Holly Scoop https://judsoncarrollwoodcraft.substack.com/p/mahoganized-holly-scoop Email: judson@judsoncarroll.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/support Read about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: h...

In this episode I discuss Salsify, the plant that tastes like oysters!  I also dive deep into the medicinal uses of  Chimaphila or Pipsissewa. New today in my Woodcraft shop: Mahoganized Holly Scoop https://judsoncarrollwoodcraft.substack.com/p/mahoganized-holly-scoop Email: judson@judsoncarroll.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--46...

In this episode I discuss Some really useful and interesting wild edible plants, then I get intothe medicinal uses of Cephalanthus, Cephalotaxus and Chamaedaphne calyculata New today in my Woodcraft shop: Mahoganized Holly Scoop https://judsoncarrollwoodcraft.substack.com/p/mahoganized-holly-scoop Email: judson@judsoncarroll.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/...

In this episode I discuss Red Bud blossoms, court bouillon, Calycanthus, Sweet Shrub and Ceanothus, New Jersey Tea. New today in my Woodcraft shop: Spalted Birch Spoon and Spatula Sethttps://judsoncarrollwoodcraft.substack.com/p/spalted-birch-spoon-and-spatula-set Email: judson@judsoncarroll.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--469754...

In this episode I discuss my absolute favorite wild edible and an excellent natural mosquito and tick repellant. Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with my link:  https://www.magicmind.com/JCARROLLJAN New today in my Woodcraft shop: https://judsoncarrollwoodcraft.substack.com/p/birch-spoon-and-spatula-set Email: judson@judsoncarroll.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/p...