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Episode 32: Sacred Symbols & Extinct Exports - Silphium

This week we are digging into a plant that’s been extinct longer than the colosseum has existed, but somehow still has SO many ties to modern day symbolism. If you like episodes that are heavy on the history and lore- or just want to hear me reading roughly translated roman poetry- this one’s for you.

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Episode 31: Pale Parasites & Natures OG Scrubs- Ghost Pipe

Today we dig deep into our first parasitic plant- its pale white and never goes into the sun, but unlike a twilight vampire it doesn’t sparkle... What it doesn’t have in teenage angst, it makes up for with lore and remedies. We’re talking about Ghost pipe- a plant without chlorophyll, but with plenty of spooky season vibes.

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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!

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Episode 23: Anti-Plague Perfume & Festive Flooring- Rosemary

This week we are digging into Rosemary- a plant that makes everything better from your holiday meals to the symptoms of the bubonic plague. If your favorite episodes include wacky medical history, weird beauty products, and wild old-timey methods for finding love, this one is for you!

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Episode 20:Lucky Torture & Hangry Foodie Rats- Bamboo

In this week’s episode we dig deeper into a fan-requested favorite- Bamboo! From Pizza Rat’s next vacation destination, to a thumb baby turned moon princess, this episode has a LOT to explore. Hold onto your shoots, It’s going to be a wild ride. Listen now anywhere you like!

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Episode 19: Oxford Mints & Lover’s Hints- Caraway

Get ready to chase all your CARAWAY on this week's episode of Rooted... We are digging in to the history of Caraway, its culinary and cultural uses, and the impact it has on your gut & garden! Be sure to tune in wherever you get your podcasts.

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Episode 18: Oily Evergreens & Vacation Flavored Vino- Gorse

In honor of Beltane, and to celebrate Ken Volante's guest spot on Friday, this week we are talking about Gorse! A plant I had no idea existed until Ken asked me what it was. If you like the episodes thatare heavy on science and/or witchcraft, you're REALLY going to dig what's in store this week!

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Episode 14: Brainiac Babies & Sips of Spring

This week we are digging in to the sweetest (and most fleeting) bloom of spring- Lilacs! Whether you like the show for folklore, science-y fun facts, or Florigraphy facts, this one has a little bit of everything.

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