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…
Archives
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…
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…
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…
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, PTSD and Traumatic Stress Course – https://solidarityapothecary.org/herbalismandptsdcourse/ 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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 –…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
This episode introduces the Soothing Survival series about Herbal Support for Fight, Flight, Freeze & Beyond. It dives into the fight response, with more information about helpful herbal support for shifting this state. Links & resources from this episode…
This episode introduces the Soothing Survival series about Herbal Support for Fight, Flight, Freeze & Beyond. It dives into the flight response, with more information about helpful herbal support for shifting this state. Links & resources from this episode…
In this episode, Nicole (she/her) shares three powerful calls for herbal solidarity from around the world. She highlights an Indigenous-led street clinic offering care and resistance on the frontlines, an ebook fundraiser supporting food sovereignty efforts in Gaza and…