The Herbal Medic Deep Dive

The Herbal Medic Deep Dive

Welcome to The Herbal Medic - Deep Dive, your podcast exploring sustainable medicine, herbal remedies, gardening, and wild foraging through an in-depth lens. Created by Sam Coffman, a former Green Beret Medic with over 30 years of experience as an herbalist, educator, and founder of Herbal Medics Academy (AKA The Human Path), each episode is rich with practical insights and rooted in real-world knowledge from the Herbal Medics Academy curriculum, books, videos, blogs, and courses. Whether you’re a seasoned herbalist or just starting your journey, tune in for actionable strategies and wisdom to live more sustainably and healthfully. Learn more at: https://herbalmedics.academy

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June 26, 2025 14 mins

Join us on a deep dive into the fascinating story of Herbal Medics Academy, an organization that seamlessly blends the ancient wisdom of Eastern medicine with the scientific rigor of Western practices. Discover how this unique academy, founded by Army veteran and linguist Sam Coffman, embodies a multidisciplinary approach to herbalism and medicine.

Explore the diverse expertise of their faculty, ranging from Special Forces medics t...

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In this episode of The Deep Dive, we explore the unique journey of Sam Kaufman from Herbal Medics Academy as he tackles severe COVID and long COVID symptoms using his extensive knowledge of herbal medicine. Discover how Sam's personal battle with COVID-19, despite being vaccinated, led him to unconventional herbal remedies and techniques.

Hear about Sam's life-saving use of steam inhalations with herbs like juniper berry and grinde...

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In this intriguing episode, we explore the surprising potential of invasive plants as valuable resources for health and medicine. Focusing on Dyer's Woad, a plant often dismissed as a weed, we delve into its remarkable medicinal properties, especially for respiratory infections. Discover the concept of "invasive medicine" and how traditional Chinese medicine views these plants through a different lens. Featuring insights from Sam C...

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Welcome to "The Deep Dive", where we explore the crucial foundation of successful gardening: living soil. This episode takes inspiration from Sam Coffman's latest book, "Survival Gardening," and uncovers the importance of nutrient-rich soil for thriving plants and nutrient-packed produce.

Discover how modern practices like monocropping and heavy use of NPK fertilizers have impacted soil health and the transformative potential of re...

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Discover the transformative world of herbalism with Lisa Ganora's Phytosapiens Membership Community.

This episode delves into the unique blend of hands-on experience and scientific rigor that Lisa brings to the field. Explore how this membership offers a structured approach to understanding plant chemistry, bridging traditional use with modern science. From monthly themes to interactive webinars, gain insights into herbal constitu...

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Join us in this episode of Deep Dive where we explore the essentials of building a resilient homestead with insights from the Human Path and Herbal Medics Academy's revamped online course. Discover how you can start your journey to self-sufficiency and food security right from your current living situation, whether it’s an urban apartment or a rural plot.

Learn step-by-step strategies to enhance your food reserves, explore sustai...

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Join us for an in-depth exploration into the unique educational approach of Herbal Medics Academy. Discover the exceptional team behind the academy, led by co-director Suchil Coffman, whose passion for wilderness medicine and diverse qualifications, including EMTB, Wilderness EMT, and registered nurse, provide a critical bridge between field experience and formal medical training.

Dr. Kyla Helm's integration of conventional and fun...

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Join us on this enlightening episode of 'The Deep Dive' as we explore the multi-layered approach to integrative health, guided by the expertise of Sam Coffman from Herbal Medics Academy. Discover how symptoms are just the tip of the iceberg and delve into the deeper mechanisms that influence our health. Sam brings insights from his extensive background, combining Western herbalism, acupuncture, and traditional Chinese medicine.

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Welcome to the Deep Dive, where we simplify essential topics without overwhelming details. In this episode, we explore the foundations of a sustainable food supply through Sam Coffman’s 'Survival Gardening.' This is not your average gardening guide; it emphasizes resilience and nurishment, particularly in challenging conditions.

Coffman's book proposes a mindset shift from leisurely gardening to seeing it as a critical survival ski...

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In this episode of The Deep Dive, we unravel the intricacies of crafting effective herbal formulas using insights from Sam Coffman's Herbal Medic. Discover how Coffman's extensive experience in real-world scenarios, like post-disaster zones, informs his approach to herbalism. Learn about the advantages of combining herbs to create synergistic effects that enhance efficacy and reduce toxicity, compared to using single herbs.

We delv...

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In this episode of "Deep Dive," we explore the fascinating world of Houttuynia cordata commonly known as the "Chameleon plant". Our guide is Sam Coffman, a seasoned herbalist with a rich background merging practical field experience and deep traditional knowledge. Coffman challenges the notion of this often-called invasive plant, suggesting it might hold significant medicinal value.

We delve into the plant's traditional uses in Tra...

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