Thyme In The Studio

Chatting with Elan of Fern Valley Botanics opened a world of inspiration and awareness. She is such a powerful and thoughtful force in the world! And she offers so much wisdom about listening to your intuition, creating a business and finding healing within the herbal and Black community. She just started a business and it is blasting off in the most beautiful way. Her work is so beautifully crafted and she operates from a heart centered space! She shares stories of her journey and the many reasons why she started her own business. We discuss issues about racial inequality and how we all need to do the work to make this a safe space for all. .“I'm a fairly new homesteader that has been living in the Catskill mountains for the past four years! I came up from Brooklyn where I was born and raised. But the Brooklyn I knew had changed so much and didn’t feel much like home anymore but a place that really heightened my anxiety. I found some solace in the mountains and woods.

Anastasia "Staj" Hanson is an astrologer, tarot reader, and medium currently offering services on lands stolen from the Cheyenne, Arapaho, and Ute. She is a white cisgender woman, descended paternally from some of the original colonists of the North American continent, as well as Italian aristocracy from her maternal line. Her services are for all, and she is currently educating herself on the consequences of colonial suppression of indigenous American/African religions and spiritualities.  As Thyme In The Studio is a podcast showcasing the talents and methods of healers of many different kinds, I think healing is at the forefront of the minds of listeners. How can we engage with dismantling racist power structures as healers? Thymelights:Here are groups I'd like to shoutout now, with a focus in empowering black people/communities:Femme Empowerment Project—This BIPOC-led project is hosting street medic trainings for folks on the ground in Minnesota. As healers, we have the ability to come prepared, mentally a

So excited to share with you the conversation I had with artist, illustrator, doula, mama, visionary, Kira Birney. She has an amazing story of self awareness, creativity and service and I think it will help you see how important your time on this planet is.  I’ve seen many aspects my work evolve because of our chat. Kira is a gamechanger! She discusses how to make your business a reflection of your authentic self, how to create your website as  a tool for reflection and manifestation. She shares aspects of  her cultural background and we dive into some shadow work surrounding race, gender and privilege and she has wonderful suggestions for how to support new parents, new doulas and creative spirits- aka you!. And she gives suggestions for collaborating and what it was like illustrating a children’s book. Her understanding of the transition from maiden to mother will fill you with inspiration. Statement by Kira Birney (at www.kirajoie)"My role as an artist, mother and doula is fluid. Each influences each other

And you’re in for a treat today! Ceramacist, teacher, gardener and cook, Bobby Croze shares some ideas to transform a dinner party, things to do with anchovies, glazing ideas for clay artists, tips for growing tomatoes, how to support families with new babes and how doing things for others makes you feel better too! And listen to the end to hear his favorite podcast-its not what I would have guessed but its so good!And thank you so much to those who are performing acts of kindness for thyme in the Studio!A big ol virtual hug for your support on Patreon!! A giant shout out to Katie, Jennifer and Brian! I love you all so much and am eternally grateful for your support. You are the bees knees!. If you want to help amplify the voices of creatives and plant people You can support at Patreon.com/thymeinthestudio. Click on the link and you can support for as little as $1 month.Also thank you for your shares, likes ratings and reviews.If you enjoy the show and want a special offering delivered to your inbox every 2 w

You are going to love the episode today with Luke Simon!  Great tips on getting into the flow of your life and finding joy with writing a weekly newsletter and fascinating info about his journey with writing his latest book, a memoir about life in Los Angeles  and finding yourself when you feel lost. You may walk away with a deeper, more playful understanding of yourself and how to honor your own purpose on this planet and how to feel more love in your heart. Also listen till the end for a wonderful guided meditation that will put your soul at ease."Luke is a co-founder of Maha Rose Center for Healing in Brooklyn and his healing work has been written about in The New York Times and Vanity Fair.com. Luke Simon shares Reiki, Breathwork and Tarot to shift energy and get people on track to their Purpose. Luke believes we are in a transformational time on this planet, and don't have time to waste in doubt, confusion or negativity. He seeks to go straight in, to open the heart and free the past. Every session is a

Johnnie Heider-Kuhn is a dedicated herbalist, activist, artist and educator who is great at connecting with others and holding space for complex situations and coming up with innovative solutions. He started a Farm and business with his husband, Herb’N Soil Farm & Wellness.I was deeply inspired and overjoyed to hear some stories about his journey along the way and so many approachable suggestions for dealing with this time and anytime. Just a few of the topics covered include How to start growing some of your own foodThe power of herbal medicineHerbal activism The importance of food sovereignty“Feed yourself to free yourself.”Some plants that are top of mind during corona pandemicEmbodied cognition/embodied mindMindfulnessRadical Self acceptance/situational acceptanceAccepting complex emotions during this timeVitamin C and D-Why?Cool things to do with orange peelsGreat ways to jazz up your oatmealStaying presentStart with small manageable changesCelebrate all the little victoriesResilienceLinks:https://ww

Such a wonderful chat with Courtney Cosgriff about what to plant in your garden to raise your vitality and to help pollinators thrive. We discuss different approaches to beekeeping and how to do so more holistically. We also discuss ways to honor and celebrate the bees. “Honeybee Herbals is a business that is dedicated to providing Earth centered healing and education in the hopes of restoring our connection to the natural world. Honeybee Herbals is inspired by the divine connection between honeybees and plants, and harnesses this inspiration to heal communities through empowering individuals with tools to heal themselves. I came to the world of herbalism, beekeeping, and earth centered traditions because like many others my heart ached to see not only what we were doing to this earth but also how much of ourselves we had lost in the process. In 2011 I had two near death experiences both car accidents, the first one led me to travel through Oregon where I met a beekeeper and the second one was caused by a was

Great breathwork exercises  featured as a shortie episode to strengthen and repair the lungs!Kumbhaka-Breath retentionBhastrika-Bellows breath   Roxanne Malcom of Elegant Alchemy Herbals: https://www.instagram.com/elegantalchemyherbals/ https://www.elegantalchemyherbals.com/about  Thymelights: https://www.instagram.com/brigidko/ https://www.instagram.com/algae.marbling/ https://www.instagram.com/antidote_apothecary_teabar/ Links/books/resources mentioned in the show: “Self Observation” by Red Hawk “Wisdom of the Plant Devas”- by Thea Summer Deer “Plant Spirit Medicine”- Eliot Cowan www.powerpath.com- meditations- future self as an ally North American Institute of Herbalism for Corona Virus Info Susan Weed-her ezine Sex Magic Podcast American Film Institute top 100 movies of all Time Matthew Wood -”Herbal Wisdom” Somadhi Yoga classes- Denver https://samadhiyoga.net/ “Herbal Medicine Maker’s Handbook” by James Green Birdhouse community garden - California https://atthebirdhouse.org/ Thyme in the Studio links: h

Are you feeling a little bit lost or ungrounded? In this episode we dive into finding your sense of purpose and place and feeling grounded and protected to share your gifts with the world, learning about teaching online and the powerful lessons learned from working with Master Teacher plants. ROxanne shares ideas for self care and cultivating gratitude and deepening the connection to self, others, your home, the plants and so much more. Great breathwork exercises also featured on episode 39 as a shortie episode and another perspective of how to view this time of the corona virus pandemic. Roxanne Malcom ofElegant Alchemy Herbals:https://www.instagram.com/elegantalchemyherbals/https://www.elegantalchemyherbals.com/about Thymelights:https://www.instagram.com/brigidko/https://www.instagram.com/algae.marbling/https://www.instagram.com/antidote_apothecary_teabar/ Links/books/resources mentioned in the show:“Self Observation” by Red Hawk“Wisdom of the Plant Devas”- by Thea Summer Deer“Plant Spirit Medicine”- Eliot

This conversation was recorded pre-coronavirus. Dominique Rochart is a talented medical medium, herbalist, massage therapist, nutirionist, doula and so much more.Was such a delight to chat with her and hear her stories about how she developed her intuitive gifts and she believes everyone is capable of sensing and knowing so much more! Pleas check out her work:https://www.instagram.com/sacredrootsllc/https://www.rootbalancerise.com/school-of-remembBIo:Dominique is a Transformational Lifestyle Coach who specializes in various modalities and integrates each specialty in meeting her clients’ unique needs. Dominique is also a Certified Clinical Herbalist, Certified Nutritionist, Licensed Massage Therapist, Meditation Coach, and Certified Medical Intuitive.   Growing up in a household full of toxic relationships and abusive patterns led Dominique to deepen her curiosity in the discovery of self-empowerment. Her shadow-work is what led her to develop her voice and gifts so that others may embrace their own. She has

In this Episode Stacey Ramsower shares the idea of resourcing and finding ways to feel joy, ease and trust during times of transition and struggle, how to live in a way that feels medicinal and how everything can become foreplay if you so desire. She shares her birth story and the pulsatory nature of connecting to others and the birth experience. She also talks about how this time allows us to digest our experiences and how to stop feeling fear of our own bodies. She is a wonderful podcast host, and has a beautiful youtube channel as well.Stacey Ramsower  provides Ayurvedic Food/Sex/Womb Support and is a:• Somatic Sex Educator• Innate Postpartum Care Provider + Full-spectrum Doula• Mama• Mentor• Creative heart If you would like to be considered as a Thyme in the Studio star for next week's episode please message me @thymeinthestudiopodcast on instagram and send me 3 images of some creative projects to be shared as inspiration for the world. About her work (from www.staceyramsower.com)Sacred Body is rooted in

Conversation with Brendan Ellis Williams about herbalism, journeying, connecting to ancestral wisdom and pilgrimages in Ireland, using tarot and the Ogam for spiritual divination and the importance of initiation and ceremony in life. He discusses what it was like to write his latest book"Seeds from the Wild Verge: Myth, Nature, and Theology in the Border Stream of Celtic Wisdom" and the magic of storytelling.Links: https://www.brendanelliswilliams.com/ https://brendanelliswilliams.tumblr.com/ https://www.instagram.com/brendan.ellis.williams/?hl=en  From Brendan's Website:Healer, traditional Western herbalist, spiritual director, counselor, teacher, and poet-seer, chanting old rebel tales; tracing back song-streams of indigenous European wisdom; ferrying souls on the ancient, mythic riverways of human transformation; guiding folk from all walks of life back to their birthright of wholeness, to their roots in the living Earth, to ancient ancestral wisdom, and communion in a cosmos ensouled.+I can probably best

You are going to love this episode with Jennifer Lord! We dive into painting, being a librarian, learning and teaching tai chi chuan and ikebana, butoh and being a mom. And fashion! I attended a gallery exhibition and was immediately drawn to the vibrant paintings by Jennifer and then I got to meet her and she has such a wonderful and thoughtful presence. Was an absolute delight to chat with her and got so much from this chat. BioJennifer Lord is an artist and teacher. She received her Bachelor of Arts from Naropa University in Visual Arts and T’ai Chi Ch’uan. She studies and teaches T’ai Chi Ch’uan with Rocky Mountain T’ai Chi Ch’uan. She is a student of Sogetsu Ikebana with Kalapa Ikebana. Lord’s most recent events include, a solo exhibition at JuiceBox Gallery, a solo exhibition at Alto Gallery, a group show at MegaFauna, digital video collaboration with Noah Travis Phillips  published online by RealityBeach.org and exhibited at Sluice in London. She has a forthcoming collaboration with the MÚSED fashion h

Megan Fuhrman-Wheeler is a phenomenal herbalist and artist who started an apothecary in Spirit Lake, Iowa. We talk about her path with herbs and how she has gained clarity about her path through her healing journey and has visualized and created a thriving business that helps her community.Bio:I am Megan, the owner of MEGAN & CO. Herbal Apothecary and Clinic.My path to herbalism was paved out of personal experience. As a child, I was in diagnosed with epilepsy at age of 10. Most of my childhood was spent juggling different pharmaceuticals with the hopes of calming my seizures. By the time I had reach my mid twenties, I was looking for another path and that road was herbalism.I attended the Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism from 2014-2016. Through herbalism and nutrition I was able to heal myself, as I had never done before. My personal experiences strengthened me and I soon became determined to share these methods with others.I opened MEGAN & CO. in June of 2017 as a Certified Clinical Herbalist,

Sadie Marie Cherico is the podcast host of Herbal Marie and Herb Oracle-2 phenomenal podcasts about plants! Her solo shows are rooted in her deep understanding of plant medicine and her experience as a self taught gardener, herbalist and tarot/oracle card reader. She is also a phenomenal photographer, storyteller, medicine maker and mother of 3 children. We had so much fun talking about minimalism, meditation, intuition, celery juice and so much more. She is such an inspiration and a delight to listen to. In conjuction with this epidose she gave me a beautiful oracle reading-episode #20 of Herb Oracle-such beautiful heart medicine to hear this episode. Please listen to her podcasts/connect with her at: https://anchor.fm/herbalmarie/episodes https://open.spotify.com/show/1VGzwAQs1f21g5ZLYGGlEe https://www.instagram.com/herbalmarie/?hl=en https://www.herbalmarie.com

The podcast has been around for a year now.Some updates and shoutouts and recipe ideas.Some Links:https://www.patreon.com/thymeinthestudio https://www.instagram.com/thymeinthestudiopodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/aida.zea.arts/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/403582056803336/ https://www.aidazea.com https://www.etsy.com/shop/AidaZeaArtsContact me: sara@aidazea.com Music by komiku

Davinah Simmons of Rooted Birth Doula Services is a full time doula in Seattle, Washington and in this conversation we dive into the magic of tears, suggestions for holding space and questions for parents to ask themselves and their partners. She describes her passion for working with people of diverse backgrounds and how she weaves her foundation in counseling and photography into her current work. She also discusses the importance of setting boundaries when you are doing deep work for others and the potent energy of placentas. check out Davinah's work: https://www.instagram.com/rootedbirthdoula/ https://www.bornrooted.com Innate Traditions: http://www.innatetraditions.com/ About Davinah (from her website) I’ve always been magnetized to pregnancy and childbirth. When I was a child, instead of cartoons, I watched “A Baby Story” on TLC and my family could never figure out why I was so obsessed with the bond between mother and baby. As an adult, I received my Masters degree in Counseling and Student Developmen

Lydia Greer is a visual artist whose layered, mixed-media work includes sculptural and video installation, hand-made stop motion animation, single and multiple channel video, puppet theatre, and works with paper. She works with themes of allegory and euphemism in narrative structures exploring the languages of psychology and theatre. From 2003-2007 she directed the LET'S DANCE SHADOW THEATRE, a handmade, ragtag puppet company in Portland, OR creating punk, feminist revisions of broadcast news and fairytales. Since then her multimedia artwork and extended cinema performance work have been exhibited and performed nationally and internationally most recently at Aggregate Space Gallery, Artists' Television Access, Shapeshifter’s Cinema, The Exploratorium Museum, and Kala Art Gallery. In 2019 she co- directed and co-created the music video Absentee for Cass McCombs (Anti Records). She has attended residencies at The Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture, Vermont Studio Center and was awarded a Kala Art Instit

Marsha Mack is a contemporary artist living in Denver, Co. She creates installations using scent, ceramics, paintings, collages and so much more. In this episode we discuss her experiences with an endurance performance and how she used that as a foundation for an investigation into understanding culture, the body, advertising and desire. She uses installation to pull together varied creative explorations into a cohesive and meaningful whole and discusses her creative practice, teaching pedagogy, why writing is essential to discover the truth of one's work and celebrates the opportunity to make work at the Red Line contemporary Art Center. Please check out her work at Links: www.marshamack.com https://www.instagram.com/yaymarshamack/ http://www.lanemeyerprojects.com/juice-cleanse-mack www.matthewpevear.comBio: Marsha Mack (b. 1987, San Rafael, CA) holds an MFA in ceramics and a Certificate of Advanced Study in Women's and Gender Studies from Syracuse University, and a BFA in ceramics from San Francisco State U

Melissa Borer is an herbalist, gardener, yogi, musician and mama living in Duluth,MN. We discuss the joy of collaboration, how to start a farm, an herbal business, and have a baby in a year. She also discusses her latest recording project and gets into the divine qualities of Tilia and Hawthorn. links: https://www.lilynsway.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lilynsway/?hl=en https://www.aidazea.com/ https://www.etsy.com/shop/AidaZeaArts http://www.saramariemiller.me/ https://www.instagram.com/aida.zea.arts/ https://www.instagram.com/thymeinthestudio/ https://www.instagram.com/saramariestudio/ Donate here: https://simplecast.com/donate/6016 music by Komiku