You’ll learn:

► Why arnica is no longer recommended for internal use

► When arnica should not be applied to the skin

► How to know if you may be sensitive to arnica

When used appropriately, arnica is a wonderful ally—but knowing how to use it safely makes all the difference.

🎁 Don’t miss the arnica ebook (including a recipe for arnica cream for bruises)—you’ll find the link in the resources below.

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► Do you love all things herbal? So do I… and giving gifts is my love language! You can get your arnica ebook with recipe for arnica cream, plus herbal goodies every Wednesday when you sign up for my weekly newsletter here: https://bit.ly/4mi2856

► Want to dive deeper into arnica? Check out the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erbcAbXTkhQ

► You can access the transcript for the full episode here (it includes Arnica Side Effects and Safety): https://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/what-is-arnica-used-for.html

► Need high-quality dried herbs or oils? I recommend Mountain Rose Herbs: https://bit.ly/3ms3vQ2

You can also find local herb shops near you in my directory: https://bit.ly/3NRQq0U

-- DISCLOSURE --

I’m a proud affiliate of Mountain Rose Herbs and may receive a small commission if you make a purchase using these links—thank you for supporting this channel!

-- TIMESTAMPS --

00:00 - Arnica Side Effects and Safety Tips

01:21 - Learn more about herbs

-- DISCLAIMER --

This video is for educational purposes only. The information shared is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before using herbal remedies, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or managing a medical condition.

In this video, I untangle some of the most common misunderstandings about this deeply nourishing plant. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re getting the most from nettle, this is a great place to begin.

And if you’re interested in going even deeper with nettle, I’ve got you!

My friend Mason Hutchison and I teamed up to bring you the Nettle Immersion, a 30-day deep-dive into this amazing, nourishing herb.

This immersive experience includes over 100 minutes of video lessons spanning 10 modules, a community space where you can discuss your love of nettle, a cookbook filled with nettle recipes, and so much more. We’d love to have you join us!

Learn more and sign up at https://courses.folkmethodology.com/nettle-immersion.

In this episode, I’m joined by herbalist and founder of Puff Herbals, Lian Bruno, for a grounded, thoughtful conversation about smokable herbs—especially mullein (Verbascum spp.). While many herbalists shy away from this topic, Lian approaches it through a lens of harm reduction, compassion, and what she calls “holistic hedonism.”

LIan explores why mullein has long been used in smoking blends, how formulation dramatically changes the smoking experience, and why all-or-nothing thinking can make conversations about smoking harder, not safer. This episode isn’t a blanket endorsement of smoking, nor is it a how-to guide. Instead, it’s an invitation into nuance: understanding energetics, honoring ritual, and supporting people exactly where they are.

During our conversation, Lian shares her recipe for Lung Lube, a syrup that offers both immediate relief and long-term support for lungs irritated by smoke or sickness. You can download your beautifully-illustrated recipe card from the resource section below.

By the end of this episode, you’ll know:

► Four reasons mullein is considered a classic smokable herb

► Why mullein should rarely be smoked alone (and what to pair it with)

► How smokable herbs can serve as a bridge for reducing nicotine or cannabis use

► How to formulate a smoking blend with intention, matching plant energetics to your desired effect

► Eighteen examples of smokable herbs—and the reasons you might include them in a smoking blend

► and so much more…

For those of you who don’t know her, Lian Bruno is a clinically-trained herbalist, holistic health educator, writer, and founder of Puff Herbals — a brand redefining smoking rituals with tobacco-free, cannabis-free herbal alternatives. With a background in ethnobotany, she blends science, storytelling, and subculture into smoking blends designed for modern rituals.

Rooted in harm reduction and what she calls holistic hedonism, Puff Herbals makes herbalism approachable for anyone looking to light up — from the sober-curious and wellness-obsessed to skeptics and smokers looking to quit or cut back.

Whether or not you ever work with smokable herbs, I hope this conversation encourages curiosity over judgment and reminds you that herbalism is ultimately about relationship — with plants, with our bodies, and with one another.

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► Get your free, downloadable recipe card, plus herbal goodies every Wednesday when you sign up for my weekly newsletter: https://bit.ly/3PM1Y9P

► Access the transcript for this episode here: https://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/smokable-herbs.html

► Lian’s website: https://puffherbals.com/

► Lian’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/puff.herbals/ and https://www.instagram.com/liantheherbalist/

► Are you looking for high quality dried herbs? My recommendation is Mountain Rose Herbs. Click here to check them out: https://bit.ly/3ms3vQ2.

You can also look for local places to buy herbs near you in my directory here: https://bit.ly/3NRQq0U

-- DISCLOSURE --

I’m a huge fan of Mountain Rose Herbs and will often share referral links to buy herbs or herbal supplies at their online herbal apothecary.

By using the above affiliate link, you help support this channel. Thanks!

-- TIMESTAMPS --

0:25 - Intro to Lian Bruno + her plant path

05:15 - How Lian became interested in smokable herbs

11:25 - Why smoke herbs?

16:15 - Benefits of mullein for smoking

23:48 - Formulating smoke blends

30:34 - The importance of slowing down and being present

33:38 - Lung Lube: an After-Smoke Syrup recipe

40:02 - Herbs for harm reduction in smoking

44:46 - The making of Puff Herbals

58:10 - Lian’s other herbal projects

1:08:27 - How herbalism has surprised Lian

1:14:25 - Student spotlight

1:15:44 - Herbal tidbit

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Yes, I did knit my sweater! Pattern is: Love Note by Tin Can Knits

-- DISCLAIMER --

The herbal and plant information in this video is for educational purposes only. The information contained is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other medical professional. If you have or suspect that you have a serious health problem, promptly contact your health care provider. Always consult with a health care practitioner before using any herbal remedy or food, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition.

In this video, I untangle some of the most common misunderstandings about this deeply nourishing plant. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re getting the most from nettle, this is a great place to begin.

And if you’re interested in going even deeper with nettle, I’ve got you!

My friend Mason Hutchison and I teamed up to bring you the Nettle Immersion, a 30-day deep-dive into this amazing, nourishing herb.

This immersive experience includes over 100 minutes of video lessons spanning 10 modules, a community space where you can discuss your love of nettle, a cookbook filled with nettle recipes, and so much more. We’d love to have you join us!

Learn more and sign up at https://courses.folkmethodology.com/nettle-immersion.

Lian Bruno shares a grounded perspective on mullein and smokable herbs—highlighting the importance of awareness, moderation, and harm reduction.

🎧 Full episode + Lung Lube recipe: https://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/smokable-herbs.html

#Mullein #LianBruno #HerbsWithRosalee #HerbalPodcast #HerbalRemedies #PlantMedicine #RespiratoryHerbs #HerbalWisdom #Herbalism

Does this sound exciting to you? Perhaps it sounds a little intimidating…or maybe you’re just curious why on earth you’d want to submit yourself to so much of a plant that literally stings you. (But not when it’s properly prepared, which is super simple to do, I promise!)

Well, my friend Mason Hutchison and I are certainly excited about nettle—and that’s why we teamed up to bring you the Nettle Immersion, a 30-day deep-dive into this amazing, nourishing herb.

This immersive experience includes over 100 minutes of video lessons spanning 10 modules, a community space where you can discuss your love of nettle, a cookbook filled with nettle recipes, and so much more. We’d love to have you join us!

Learn more and sign up at https://courses.folkmethodology.com/nettle-immersion.

Betzy Bancroft explains how hawthorn supports circulation by improving the flexibility of blood vessels—helping oxygen and nutrients reach every part of the body more efficiently.

This deep level of support can improve stamina, ease shortness of breath, and strengthen overall cardiovascular resilience.

🎧 Full episode + Hawthorn Cordial recipe: https://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/podcast218.html

#Hawthorn #BetzyBancroft #HerbsWithRosalee #HerbalPodcast #HeartHealth #PlantMedicine #HerbalWisdom #Herbalism

Folk Methodology is a collaboration between Mason Hutchison and Rosalee de la Forêt, dedicated to celebrating the living culture of herbalism.

Get full episodes, behind-the-scenes updates, and future projects delivered straight to your inbox | http://www.folkmethodology.com

In this clip from Herbalists After Hours, co-hosts Mason Hutchison and Rosalee de la Forêt sit down with herbalist Erika Galentin to talk about powerlifting, functional movement, and building strength later in life.

Erika shares how lifting weights helped her reconnect with her body, build resilience, and develop a deep sense of respect for what her body is capable of. From kettlebells to carrying heavy logs, it’s a conversation about strength, aging, and learning you can do hard things.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hNcpDw-7ww

SUBSCRIBE | ‪@folkmethodology‬

This is a clip from a full Herbalists After Hours episode — a Folk Methodology production.

Folk Methodology is a collaboration between Mason Hutchison and Rosalee de la Forêt, dedicated to celebrating the living culture of herbalism.

Get full episodes, behind-the-scenes updates, and future projects delivered straight to your inbox | http://www.folkmethodology.com

In this clip from Herbalists After Hours, co-hosts Mason Hutchison and Rosalee de la Forêt sit down with herbalist Erika Galentin to talk about a difficult truth in the herbal world — why so many students never make the leap into clinical practice.

Erika shares the gap between herbal education and real-world practitionerhood, the lack of clear pathways, and the business challenges that come with building an unlicensed clinical practice. It’s an honest conversation about sustainability, expectations, and what it really takes to make a living as an herbalist.

SUBSCRIBE | ‪@folkmethodology‬

Folk Methodology is a collaboration between Mason Hutchison and Rosalee de la Forêt, dedicated to celebrating the living culture of herbalism.

Get full episodes, behind-the-scenes updates, and future projects delivered straight to your inbox | http://www.folkmethodology.com

In this clip from Herbalists After Hours, co-hosts Mason Hutchison and Rosalee de la Forêt sit down with herbalist Erika Galentin to explore how her background in anthropology and early herbal studies shaped her perspective.

Erika reflects on the many ways people understand healing across cultures — and why she takes an intentionally non-dogmatic approach to herbalism. It’s a thoughtful conversation about humility, learning through experience, and questioning rigid beliefs in plant medicine.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hNcpDw-7ww

SUBSCRIBE | ‪@folkmethodology‬