The Frontline Herbalism Podcast

This episode shares an interview with Nicole Rose on the Sage's Cabin Podcast, hosted by Rox Madeira. We talk about herbal livelihoods, solidarity work and navigating trauma with herbalism. Links & resources from this episode The Sage's Cabin Podcast - https://roxmadeira.com/podcast/ Rox Madeira's website - https://www.roxmadeira.com/ Interview with Rox - https://solidarityapothecary.org/the-f...

This episode shares an interview with Bonnie from Raven Sun Apothecary. We talk about herbalism, anarchism, herbal mutual aid, reciprocity with the land and so much more. About Bonnie: Bonnie (they/them), founder of @RavenSun_TraditionalTrading grew up on Cucapá lands, their early life was defined by a deep connection to family, food, and nature. This bond was shattered when they lost their mother...

This episode shares an interview with Nicole Rose on the Planting Medicine Podcast. About the episode: Emiliano Lemus interviews Nicole Rose of Solidarity Apothecary about herbs to resist fascism. They discuss organizing strategies for connecting with plant medicines as our communities navigate ICE and police violence, prisoner support, protests, and more. We also chat about Nicole Rose’s book, He...

Today (Sunday 12th April 2026) is the LAST DAY to join the Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress course! Links & resources from this episode Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course – https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsdcourse/ What’s inside the Course – Episode 87 All about the Solidarity Pricing and Sliding Scale – Episode 88 Commonly Asked Questions about the Course – Episode...

Stimulating nervines are herbs with an affinity for the nervous system with a gentle stimulant action. In this episode, Nicole (she/her) talks about the important things to consider before working with stimulating nervines, especially from a trauma perspective. Some of the herbs mentioned include Rosemary, Hyssop, Sage and Thyme. Links & resources from this episode Herbalism, PTSD and Traumati...

This episode shares an interview from the Radio Wombat Radio Show and Podcast in Italy. Addu asks Nicole all about the Solidarity Apothecary - from its origins to current offerings. We talk about everything from how herbalism can support people experiencing state violence, to how the body expresses distress, as well as practical logistics like how medicines are grown and made for the project. Link...

Hypnotic or sedative nervines have a stronger sedating effect on the nervous system, helping induce sleep, relieve pain and tension, and support deeper states of physical relaxation. In this episode, Nicole (she/her) talks about the important things to consider before working with a sedative nervine, especially from a trauma perspective. Some of the herbs mentioned include Skullcap, Passionflower,...

Cardiac nervines are herbs that support the nervous system through their affinity with the heart and cardiovascular system. Examples of cardiac nervines include Yarrow, Hawthorn, Motherwort, Rose and Linden Flowers. In this episode, Nicole (she/her) shares about her experiences of working with this plants through grief, recent heartache and more. Links & resources from this episode Herbalism,...

Nerve tonics are herbs which act to tonify, strengthen, and restore the proper structure and functioning of the nervous system. In this episode Nicole (she/her) shares her experiences of working with nerve tonics in long-term recovery from trauma, burnout and chronic stress. Links & resources from this episode Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course – https://solidarityapothecary.org/herba...

This is a brief episode to say that the Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress course is now open for enrollment! Join the course here. It is also the last day to purchase merchandise to support the Mobile Herbal Clinic Calais! Links & resources from this episode Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course – https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsdcourse/ What’s inside the Course – Epis...

This episode explores herbal support for stress, anxiety and overwhelm. Nicole (she/her) introduces different relaxant nervines that can support the body to access a more 'safe and social' state. Links & resources from this episode Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course – https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsdcourse/ Join the waiting list – https://mailtrain.solidarityapothecar...

This is a short announcement episode where Nicole (she/her) talks about the Mobile Herbal Clinic Calais and the new merchandise available to support the project. She also talks about the Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress course that is open for enrollment on Sunday 22nd March 2026 and reasons to join the waiting list beforehand! Links & resources from this episode Mobile Herbal Clinic Calai...

In this episode, Nicole (she/her) talks about the ways that herbs can support people through acute and chronic periods of stress. Links & resources from this episode Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course - https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsdcourse/ Course Waiting list - https://mailtrain.solidarityapothecary.org/subscription/7ylKjaU5l New Mobile Herbal Clinic Calais Merch -...

This episode shares an interview with prisoner Amu Gib (they/them) about their hunger strike inside, conditions inside prison, plants of the prison gardens, resisting imperialism and more! Links & resources from this episode Write to Amu - https://prisonersforpalestine.org/prisoner/amu-gib/ The Prisoner's Herbal - https://solidarityapothecary.org/prisonersherbal/ Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic...

This episode shares a conversation between Kes Otter Lieffe (she/her) and Nicole Rose (she/her). In this juicy conversation, they discuss their experiences and feelings about solo work vs collectivity, working class femme labour, hyperresponsibility patterns, how non humans sustain their work, connection and reciprocity with plants and non humans, and so much much! This conversation originally too...

This episode shares a rundown of Solidarity Apothecary offerings including upcoming courses, group programmes, herbal care packages, 1:1 herbal support and more. Links & resources from this episode 2026 Offerings - https://solidarityapothecary.org/2026-offerings/ Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/ Support the show Music from Sole & DJ Pain – Battle of Humans | Plant illustr...

In this episode, Nicole (she/her) talks through the 2026 Herbal Path Planner that is available for free to help you design your herbal year. The episode explores choosing a plant to work with, skills you'd like to develop, how to meet people who love plants and so much more. Links & resources from this episode 2026 Herbal Path Planner - https://solidarityapothecary.org/product/herbalplanner /...

This episode shares a conversation with Elia from the Fire These Times Podcast. Elia is a UK-based Lebanese-Palestinian writer, researcher and podcaster whose work focuses on hauntings, anti-authoritarianism, international solidarity, and alternative futurities. He runs the The Fire These Times podcast and the Hauntologies newsletter. He interviews Nicole about the Solidarity Apothecary and the Ov...

The mission of the Solidarity Apothecary is to materially support revolutionary struggles and communities with plant medicines to strengthen collective autonomy, self-defence and resilience to climate change, capitalism and state violence. This episode shares some of the Solidarity Apothecary’s plans for 2026! Links & resources from this episode 2026 Plans Post - https://solidarityapothecary.o...

The mission of the Solidarity Apothecary is to materially support revolutionary struggles and communities with plant medicines to strengthen collective autonomy, self-defence and resilience to climate change, capitalism and state violence. This episode is a review of the work towards this goal in 2025. Content warning - references to suicide and prison. Links & resources from this episode 2025...

How do you choose which plant to work with? This episode helps navigate this decision, from medicinal action to choosing plants from your lineages or bioregion, understanding different herbal energetics and so much more. Links & resources from this episode Stolen Skies Calendar - https://stolenskiescalendar2026.bigcartel.com/ Month of Solidarity for Taylor - https://bristolabc.org/month-of-sol...

In this episode, Nicole (she/her) shares about herbal support through court cases. Exploring why court cases are often so stressful and traumatic, the episode then shares practical herbal medicines that can support people to get through them the best they can. Links & resources from this episode Herbal care packages - https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbal-solidarity2/ Herbalism and State Vio...

Enrollment closes today for the Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course! No one turned away for lack of funds! Links & resources from this episode Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course – https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsdcourse/ What’s inside the Course – Episode 87 All about the Solidarity Pricing and Sliding Scale – Episode 88 Commonly Asked Questions about the Cours...

This episode is part of the Soothing Survival series about Herbal Support for Fight, Flight, Freeze & Beyond. It dives into the freeze response, with more information about helpful herbal support for shifting this state. Links & resources from this episode Herbalism, PTSD & Traumatic Stress Course – ENROLLMENT CLOSES MONDAY 13TH OCTOBER – https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandpt...

This episode introduces the Soothing Survival series about Herbal Support for Fight, Flight, Freeze & Beyond. It dives into the shutdown state, with more information about helpful herbal support for shifting out of it. Links & resources from this episode Herbalism, PTSD & Traumatic Stress Course – ENROLLMENT CLOSES MONDAY 13TH OCTOBER – https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsd...