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WYLDE, the podcast about foraging and herbalism in Europe

Lieve Galle
Herbalism
Ethnobotany
Foraging
St. John's Wort
Medicinal Plants
Regulation Of Herbal Medicine
Community Health
Natural Medicine
Finland
Nature Connection
Holistic Health
Elderflower
Plant Spirit Medicine
Ayahuasca
Permaculture
Dandelion
Plant Blindness
Mental Health
Kew Gardens
Food Systems

I'm Lieve Galle, a Belgian herbalist and wild plant forager since 2002 and host of the Wilde Wieven podcast (in Dutch). In this WYLDE Podcast I talk to fellow herbalists and foragers in Europe. We deal with different plant species and different cultural approaches towards plants, but what we have in common is that we all want to transform plant blindness into plant wisdom. Together we can have a g... more

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Gabrijela Vrbetić is the passionate founder of "It Is Gaby's Garden" where she hosts wild plant workshops and sells products made with freshly foraged herbs. She's also a proud member of the Croation Botanical Society.

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Eleni Bourou is a pharmacist, herbalist, and plant storyteller from Greece.

Her work moves between the clinical and the intuïtive, the ancestral and the contemporary. For the past 15 years Eleni has cultivated a unique practice in foraging, transfor... more

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Columbia Hillen is a herbalist whose journey bridges the ancient herbal traditions of Romania and the wild rich landscapes of Ireland. She's the founder of Anamcara Healing Herbs Garden in Donegal.

She grew up in Transylvania where herbs and spices ... more

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Rita Roquette is the founder of Bloom Sativum, a botanical initiative in Portugal that bridges traditional herbal knowledge with contemporary practice. With a deep passion for plant medicine, Rita cultivates, crafts, educates, and helps you to embrac... more

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Recent Guests

Eleni Bourou
Pharmacist, herbalist, and plant storyteller
Episode: #19 Herbalism in Greece with Eleni Bourou
Columbia Hillen
A herbalist whose journey bridges the ancient herbal traditions of Romania and the wild rich landscapes of Ireland.
Anamcara Healing Herbs
Episode: #18 Remembering to trust the herbs with Columbia Hillen
Rita Roquette
Founder of Bloom Sativum and a passionate herbalist who bridges traditional wisdom with contemporary practices.
Bloom Sativum
Episode: #17 Being a herbalist in Portugal with Rita Roquette
Gabriele Resch
A health trainer with a passion for herbs and natural living.
Episode: #15 Herbal remedies in Austria and Germany with Gabriele Resch
Peter Grant
A vegan wild chef with Slavic roots based in the UK, known for creative plant-based foraging cuisine.
Episode: #14 Discovering plant based foraging cuisine with Peter 'Chippy' Grant
Miranda Tringis
Pioneering herbalist and founder of Cyherbia Botanical Park
Cyherbia Botanical Park
Episode: #13 Traditional herbal wisdom in Cyprus with Miranda Tringis
Nikki Darrell
Experienced herbalist in Ireland and author of 'Conversation with Plants'
The Plant Medicine School
Episode: #12 Herbalism in Ireland with Nikki Darrell
Rebecca Clopath
Acclaimed chef from Switzerland, known for her innovative approach to sustainable gastronomy and her deep connection to local terroir and nature.
Rebecca-Clopath.ch
Episode: #11 Foraging, farming, and culinary creativity with Swiss chef Rebecca Clopath
Anita Wasik
A Polish medical herbalist and biomedical scientist specializing in chronic illnesses
Independent herbalist
Episode: #10 Herbs and chronic illness with Anita Wasik

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Lieve Galle
Host of discussions primarily focused on herbalism and foraging, with a rich background as a herbalist and forager since 2002.

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#108
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#65
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#64
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#93
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#100
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#216
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#20 Foraging, herbalism and folk medicine in Croatia
Q: How do you see the future of herbalism and foraging in Croatia for like the next 10, 20, 50, 100 years?
The future looks bright as younger generations are showing interest in folk medicine and moving back to rural areas.
#20 Foraging, herbalism and folk medicine in Croatia
Q: Is there like a typical Croatian herbal medicine or maybe a typical Croatian wild food dish that you want to share with us?
A typical dish is strukli, a pastry filled with cheese and nettles, rolled as a salty pie.
#19 Herbalism in Greece with Eleni Bourou
Q: Can you see clients? Can you practice herbalism?
It's a gray area as there is no formal accreditation for herbalists in Greece, but I operate under clinical herbalism, offering custom-made medications.
#19 Herbalism in Greece with Eleni Bourou
Q: How do these two paths come together for you?
My background in pharmacy and traditional practices informs my herbalism, allowing me to approach plants with a blend of scientific and intuitive understanding.
#19 Herbalism in Greece with Eleni Bourou
Q: How did your love for plants get started? How did you become a herbalist?
I had a connection with plants since I was a child. I believe we are inherently drawn to plants, and important moments shaped my path into herbalism.

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The content centers around herbalism and foraging with a strong emphasis on reconnecting with nature and understanding the cultural significance of plant usage across Europe. Each episode features insightful conversations with herbalists and foragers who share their personal journeys, practices, and unique perspectives on using plants for nourishment, healing, and culinary creativity. Topics often cover the history of herbal medicine, ecological awareness, cultural heritage surrounding foraging, and practical advice for integrating wild plants into modern life. The focus on 'plant blindness' and how to transform it into 'plant wisdom' makes this a unique resource for those interested in the intersection of culture, healing, and nature.

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3. Rita Roquette
4. Gabriele Resch
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6. Miranda Tringis
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