KPFA - The Herbal Highway

Join host Renée Camila [1] in conversation with clinical and community herbalist Ayo Ngozi Drayton [2] about healing lineages, the potential of herbs in ancestral healing, and pleasure medicine in the face of adversity. They will also explore Ayo's work with her Planting Reparations Project, a plant-centered mutual aid initiative for Black people. [1] http://www.layerbabuenaherbs.com [2] https://thecreativeroot.net/

From the perspective that plants are people, host Renée Camila [1] will take an intimate look at the unique gifts of the herbs that fall under the 'nervine' herbal action. Special attention will be given to discerning between them so that by understanding their individual personalities we may work with these plants with more intimate intention. [1] http://www.layerbabuenaherbs.com

Join Sarah Holmes and her guests from Gill Tract Community Farm [1] in Berkeley, CA. Delia Carroll and Pua Owan join her for a discussion of community gardens, increasing access to medicinal herbs, and growing medicine. Follow us on Instagram [2] and Facebook [3]. [1] https://www.gilltractfarm.org/ [2] https://www.instagram.com/theherbalhighway/ [3] https://www.facebook.com/theherbalhighway

Join Sarah Holmes and her guest Tanya Henderson [1] for a discussion of cleanses; the how, the why and the herbs to support. Their discussion also focuses on building immunity through the lens of cleansing. Tanya is a Clinical Western Herbalist, Holistic Nutritionist and founder of Sacred Roots Wellness as well as the Women of Color Herbal and Healing Retreat, operating out of Oakland, CA [1] https://www.sacredrootswellness.earth/

Welcome to Autumn! Join Renée Camila [1] for a discussion of the intersection of autumn and our spirit. Listen as she covers plants to support our harmony with the season. Part 3 of 3. Fund drive. Follow us on Instagram [2] and Facebook [3]. [1] https://www.layerbabuenaherbs.com/ [2] https://www.instagram.com/theherbalhighway/ [3] https://www.facebook.com/theherbalhighway