Solidarity Apothecary

The Frontline Herbalism Podcast

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Plant knowledge, medicine making tips, interviews and advice on how to skill up to strengthen collective autonomy, self-defence and resilience to climate change, capitalism and state violence. Learning and inspiration from grassroots healthcare initiatives and frontline herbal projects worldwide.

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Solidarity Apothecary

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Health

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solidarityapothecary.org

Latest episode

Jun 27, 2026

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Episodes

34 - MSDN #4 – Responding to Gun Shot Wounds 23.08.2023

This episode is an interview with Jill (they/them) from East Tennesse in the so-called United States. We talk about the increasing gun violence and the need for first aid knowledge around responding to gunshot wounds. We look at where to access medical training and high quality first aid equipment, as well as the basics of responding to gun shots. We talk about these skills in the context of medic...

33 – MSDN #3 – Harm Reduction Work in East Tenessee 23.08.2023

This episode is an interview with Jill (they/them) from East Tennesse Harm Reduction. We explore 'what is harm reduction' including its radical origins and how people can organise grassroots mutual aid work. We talk about different ways to support community members, from supporting people who use drugs to helping people access the abortion care they need. We also discuss how harm reduction is part...

32 - MSDN #2 – What is Medical Self-Defense? 23.08.2023

This episode is an interview with Kolya (he/him) from the Medical Self-Defense Network (MSDN). We explore what is medical self-defense, taking a deep dive into some of the political and practical principles. We talk about the complexities of professionalisation, the differences between grassroots and state healthcare projects and the relationship between them, building power in a horizontal way an...

31 - MSDN #1 - Introducing the Medical Self-Defense Network 23.08.2023

Welcome to series two! This episode is an interview with Kolya (he/him) from the Medical Self-Defense Network (MSDN). We explore what the Medical Self-Defense Network is, how it started and some of the political motivations behind the network. We discuss some of the challenges and how people can get involved with MSDN. Links & resources from this episode MSDN website - https://msdnetwork.org/...

30 - Getting involved with the Mobile Herbal Clinic Calais and other announcements! 22.08.2023

This is a short episode sharing several announcements from the Solidarity Apothecary, including how to get involved with the work of the Mobile Herbal Clinic Calais, a free e-book on Overcoming Burnout and more! Links & resources from this episode State Repression, Trauma and the Body Webinar Replay Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course 4 ways to support the Mobile Herbal Clinic Calais (...

29 - State Repression, Trauma and the Body, Part 3 08.08.2023

This is part one of a webinar that took place Sunday 7th May. It was kindly hosted by the Civil Liberties Defense Center and organised by anarchist Cindy Milstein in solidarity with the movement to Stop Cop City. This webinar introduces the traumatic dynamics of state repression and the important role of solidarity and care in mitigating the violence of the state. We will explore how trauma can af...

28 - State Repression, Trauma and the Body, Part 2 01.08.2023

x 27 – State Repression, Trauma and the Body, Part 1 Posted on 28th July 2023 This is part two of a webinar that took place Sunday 7th May. It was kindly hosted by the Civil Liberties Defense Center and organised by anarchist Cindy Milstein in solidarity with the movement to Stop Cop City. This webinar introduces the traumatic dynamics of state repression and the important role of solidarity and c...

27 - State Repression, Trauma and the Body, Part 1 28.07.2023

This is part one of a webinar that took place Sunday 7th May. It was kindly hosted by the Civil Liberties Defense Center and organised by anarchist Cindy Milstein in solidarity with the movement to Stop Cop City. This webinar introduces the traumatic dynamics of state repression and the important role of solidarity and care in mitigating the violence of the state. We will explore how trauma can af...

26 - Connecting with Plant Allies 20.07.2023

Connecting with a plant ally is an intentional way of getting to know a plant, as well as being open to being supported by it in different ways. Learn how to choose and work with a plant ally. From the Prisoner’s Herbal book. Links & resources from this episode Prisoner’s Herbal Book The Medicinal Herb Colouring Book Week of Solidarity with Anarchist Prisoners Donate to the PayPal Pool to help...

25 - Herbal Wound Care in Prison 11.07.2023

All about wound care strategies in a prison environment, including options for integrating plant medicines. From the Prisoner's Herbal book. Links & resources from this episode Prisoner’s Herbal Book Support Niamh Kevan's article - Hungry for Change: Starving within English Prisons Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/ Support the show Music from Sole & DJ Pain – Battle of Hum...

24 - The Solidarity Apothecary Tour in Italy 11.07.2023

All about the latest tour in Italy! Links & resources from this episode Italy Tour Donate to the PayPal Pool to help print the Prisoner's Herbal in Italian Newsletter sign up to be notified of the next Practical Medicine Making Intensive Course Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/ Support the show Music from Sole & DJ Pain – Battle of Humans | Plant illustrations by @amani_wr...

23 - Three exciting announcements! 15.06.2023

Three exciting announcements from Nicole Rose and the Solidarity Apothecary. Links & resources from this episode Practical Medicine Making Intensive Solidarity Apothecary Clinic Italy Tour Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/ Support the show Music from Sole & DJ Pain – Battle of Humans | Plant illustrations by @amani_writes | In solidarity, please subscribe, rate & revie...

22 - Prison Canteen Remedies Part Three - Fruits & Vegetables 15.06.2023

A deep dive into the medicinal properties of common fruits and vegetables. From the Prisoner’s Herbal book. Links & resources from this episode June 11th Statement Support Danny & Foxy Kill The Bill Prisoner Support Fund Prisoner’s Herbal Book Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/ Support the show Music from Sole & DJ Pain – Battle of Humans | Plant illustrations by @amani...

21 - Prison Canteen Remedies Part Two - Tea & Coffee 05.06.2023

A deep dive into the medicinal properties of different teas and coffee! From the Prisoner’s Herbal book. Links & resources from this episode Support Foxy Kill The Bill Prisoner Support Fund Prisoner’s Herbal Book Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/ Support the show Music from Sole & DJ Pain – Battle of Humans | Plant illustrations by @amani_writes | In solidarity, please sub...

20 - Prison Canteen Remedies Part One - Spices & Condiments 19.05.2023

A deep dive into the medicinal properties of common spices and condiments such as salt and pepper, mustard, spices etc. From the Prisoner's Herbal book. Links & resources from this episode Support Danny Kill The Bill Prisoner Support Fund Jorge International Action Alert Prisoner’s Herbal Book Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/ Support the show Music from Sole & DJ Pain – B...

19 - Herb Rally Interview 19.05.2023

This episode features an interview with Nicole Rose orignally published on the Herb Rally Podcast. It's all about the Prisoner's Herbal book and the work of the Solidarity Apothecary, and much more! Content warning – prison, hunger, violence Links & resources from this episode Herb Rally Watch the interview on YouTube Prisoner’s Herbal Book Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/ Su...

18 - Rose Medicine 15.04.2023

All about the incredible medicinal qualities of Rose. Plus exciting announcements! Content warning - mentions of imprisonment, solitary confinement, border violence Links & resources from this episode Plants Know No Borders T-shirts fundraiser Solidarity Knows No Borders T-shirts fundraiser Demonstration for Kevan (see @solidarity.apothecary instagram) Prisoner’s Herbal Book Innocence and Corr...

17 - Daisy Deep Dive 31.03.2023

All about Daisy's medicinal qualities! Links & resources from this episode Call for international solidarity with Jorge Prisoner’s Herbal Book Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/ Support the show Music from Sole & DJ Pain – Battle of Humans | Plant illustrations by @amani_writes | In solidarity, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast wherever you listen.

16 - Queer Plants and Animals with Kes & Anja! 23.03.2023

An interview with Kes and Anja about their amazing work around queer plants and animals! Links & resources from this episode Kes Otter Lieffe's website Kes's podcast - Margins and Murmurations Anja Van Geert's website Anja's instagram @pinprimrose Trans Herbalism podcast interview Order your copy of the Queer Plants Colouring zine Order your copy of the Queer Animals Colouring zine Find them a...

15 - Selfheal 16.03.2023

The Herbalism, PTSD & Traumatic Stress is now open for enrollment until the 21st of March! This episode shares all about the medicinal qualities of the beautiful Selfheal. Links & resources from this episode Herbalism, PTSD & Traumatic Stress Course Prisoner’s Herbal Book Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/ Support the show Music from Sole & DJ Pain – Battle of Human...

14 - Herbalism, PTSD & Traumatic Stress Course 09.02.2023

In this episode, Nicole (she/her) introduces the Herbalism, PTSD and Traumatic Stress course that she is launching at the end of February. Find out more and join the course waiting list. Please note there is no transcript for this episode as all the details are on the course page <3 Links & resources from this episode Herbalism, PTSD & Traumatic Stress Course Find them all at solidarity...

13 - The Incredible and Understimated Chamomile 09.02.2023

A deep dive into chamomile's amazing medicinal properties. Plus exciting announcements! Links & resources from this episode Channel Zero Network Herbalism, PTSD & Traumatic Stress Course International Solidarity Movement Podcast Mobile Herbal Clinic Calais Crowdfunder Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/ Support the show Music from Sole & DJ Pain – Battle of Humans | Plan...

12 - Nettles Deep Dive 21.01.2023

All about the incredible medicinal qualities of nettles! Links & resources from this episode Herbalism, PTSD & Traumatic Stress Course Waiting List Prisoner’s Herbal Book Prisoner's are human beings article Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/ Support the show Music from Sole & DJ Pain – Battle of Humans | Plant illustrations by @amani_writes | In solidarity, please subsc...

11 - 2022 Solidarity Apothecary Review & Plans for 2023 11.01.2023

Nicole (she/her) shares a review of the Solidarity Apothecary's impact through 2022 - from the work in Ukraine, Calais, with prisoners and more. She also talks about her exciting plans for 2023. Please note there is no transcript for this show as you can find the full blog post online. Links & resources from this episode Solidarity Apothecary 2022 Review Find them all at solidarityapothecary.o...

10 - Visiting Palestine & all about Mallow's Medicinal Properties 03.01.2023

Nicole (she/her) shares about her recent trip to Palestine with the International Solidarity Movement. Plus all about the medicinal properties of the Mallow family. Links & resources from this episode International Solidarity Movement Prisoner’s Herbal Book Find them all at solidarityapothecary.org/podcast/ Support the show Music from Sole & DJ Pain – Battle of Humans | Plant illustrations...

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