Episode 27: Floral Footed Foxes & Cheesy Pickup Lines- Foxglove
A plant favored by foxes, fairies AND pharmacists? Sign us up! This week we are digging into foxglove, a plant credited with saving lives and bringing us the colorful work of Vincent Van Gogh.
Episode 26: Ancient Aspirin & Wood-Knocking Origins - Willow
This week we dig into a plant that’s heavy on the witchy folklore- Willow! We’ll be covering everything from the perfect way to express your post-breakup angst (not bangs) to how an ancient goddess tricked a man into swallowing stones instead of his son… it’s a bit of a wild ride, but one I am sure you’ll enjoy!
Episode 25: Swampy Secrets & City-Eating Vines - Kudzu
This week we're digging deeper into the vine swallowing the south- Kudzu!
Bonus Episode 5: Sheep Seeds & Goose Trees - The Vegetable Lamb of Tartary
In this month's bonus it's just you, me, and an imaginary plant that has haunted my dreams and perplexed my brain for YEARS - The Vegetable Lamb of Tartary. Sit back, settle in, and get ready to dig deep into some hard hitting questions about this bizarre zoophyte.
Episode 22: Delicious Monsters & Holey Inspiration - Monstera
This week we are FINALLY digging in to a plant with an almost cult-like fan following, the HOLEiest of houseplants, Monstera Deliciosa. If you are into plant trends, fabulous fruit, and breaking down fancy-pants plant terms, you'll want to tune in!
Episode 21: A Bat's Best Friend & Ancient Alcohol- Agave
This week’s story has it all: people-eating demons, gods so in love they become trees, a viable option for saving endangered bats, and of course- tequila.
Episode 10: Weird Wood & The Thiccckest Flowers: Mimosa Flowers
Have you ever wanted a bouquet that could double as a perfume AND thickening agent? Look no further than the Mimosa Flower! In this episode we dive in to all the ways this flower can be used, and why it became the symbol for International Women’s Day.
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Episode 04: Victorian Dooting & Crappy Cocktails - Hemlock
Today we are digging in to Hemlock- A plant that is misunderstood, mysterious, and often misidentified. If you like old school medicine facts, victorian instruments, and socrates, this one's for you.
Episode 03: Horny Yaks & Fungal Horror- Cordyceps
Looking to learn more about the fungus in “The Last of Us”? Curious about the real live zombies walking among us? This episode is for you!
Episode 02: Pricked Fingers & A Cure for Bedwetting- Queen Anne’s Lace
In this episode we will take a look at the legend behind Queen Anne’s lace. We’ll explore everything from lace tatting mis-adventures to love spells, and even unconventional cure for bedwetting. Listen now!
Episode 01: Broom Riding Witches & Hades' Hottest Accessory- Henbane
Today we are diving in to Henbane- the plant used for everything from a cure for motion sickness to poisoning your brother. If you've ever been curious about why witches ride on brooms, or what the heck is supposed to be around all those Ancient Grecian's necks, this episode is for you.