Southern Appalachian Herbs
The Southern Appalachian Herbal Podcast is about Medicinal Herbalism, Wildcrafting, Growing Herbs, Making Herbal Medicine, life in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Homesteading and living off the land, by a traditional Southern man. Blog: southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com Email: southernappalachianherbs@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/support.
Episodes
February 15, 2026 • 60 mins
This week, we discuss the medicinal and edible uses of the Smilax and Aralia families. These are among the most ubiquitous and confusing of all herbs. Very little research has been done to differentiate between them, but most seem to be used interchangeably to varying extents. Wha that means, is the green briar you keep trying to eradicate in your back yard may be as medicinal and valuable as sarsaparilla, spikenard and ginseng.......
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February 8, 2026 • 32 mins
This week, we discuss the medicinal and edible uses of the Schisandra family. These plants are extremely important to Asian herbal medicine and have edible berries that are considered to be one of the most delicious foods known to man. One variety is native to my region but has no documented medicinal or edible use..... I will have to experiment with it this year and hope I survive!
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February 1, 2026 • 43 mins
This week, we discuss the medicinal uses of two very useful plants that are too often despised as weeds.
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Tune of the week:
Any Old Time on guitar
I show you how to play my version of the Jimmie Rodgers classic "Any Old Time". This is a very unique song in his repertoire, because it was recorded with Louis Armstrong in more of a Di...
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Any Old Time on guitar
I show you how to play my version of the Jimmie Rodgers classic "Any Old Time". This is a very unique song in his repertoire, because it was recorded with Louis Armstrong in more of a Di...
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January 25, 2026 • 26 mins
This week, we discuss the medicinal uses of two interesting plants. This first is Canada Moonseed, which is toxic plant that may be mistaken for wild grape, but does have some medicinal use. The second is Partridgeberry, often called Squaw vine, which is extremely useful medicinally and a good edible.
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Tune of the week:
Joe Turner...
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Joe Turner...
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January 18, 2026 • 54 mins
This week, we discuss the medicinal uses of two interesting plants. This first is Isotrema, previously known as aristolochia or pipe vine. The second is a fascinating plant called Lycium, Boxthorn or Goji Berry - the fruit of this one is amazing! We also discuss vision issues, weather radios and fake charities.
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January 11, 2026 • 41 mins
This week, we discuss the medicinal uses of Ivy. This common landscaping plant has some remarkable properties!
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Tune of the week:
Big Boss Man and remembering Bob Weir
I show you how to play my version of Big Bos Man as more of a Memphis style blues, influenced by Charlie Rich and Jerry Reed. I also discuss the Grateful Dead and the...
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Tune of the week:
Big Boss Man and remembering Bob Weir
I show you how to play my version of Big Bos Man as more of a Memphis style blues, influenced by Charlie Rich and Jerry Reed. I also discuss the Grateful Dead and the...
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January 4, 2026 • 52 mins
This week, we discuss what I believe to be a plant that could literally change the world for the better and save hundreds of thousands of lives annually, if it were used by medical professionals. It is Gelsemium or the Carolina Jessamine.
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Tune of the week:
Frankie and Johnny
I show you how to play my version of "Frankie and Johnny"...
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Tune of the week:
Frankie and Johnny
I show you how to play my version of "Frankie and Johnny"...
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December 28, 2025 • 33 mins
This week, we discuss planning your spring gardening, martial arts for exercise and self defense and three interesting medicinal vines.
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Tune of the week:
Peach Pickin' Time in Georgia
I show you how to play my version of Jimmie Rodgers' "Peach Pickin' Time in Georgia". This is a great old tune, and a perfect vehicle for a bluesy/jaz...
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Peach Pickin' Time in Georgia
I show you how to play my version of Jimmie Rodgers' "Peach Pickin' Time in Georgia". This is a great old tune, and a perfect vehicle for a bluesy/jaz...
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December 21, 2025 • 27 mins
Merry Christmas everyone! We have a tradition on this show to do a very special episode for Christmas. This is my gift to you and I hope you will enjoy it with friends, family and loved ones, but especially with your kids and grandkids. This show is about the things that matter.... hint, it isn't the stuff. It is the people and the memories, things no amount of money can buy.
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December 14, 2025 • 48 mins
Today, I tell you about the medicinal use of three powerfully medicinal vines.
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Tune of the week:
You've Got the Pocketbook, I've Got the Key
I show you how to play couple of versions of Rev. Gary Davis' "You've Got the Pocketbook, I've Got the Key". This song was preserved and passed down by his students and fans but was never recor...
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Tune of the week:
You've Got the Pocketbook, I've Got the Key
I show you how to play couple of versions of Rev. Gary Davis' "You've Got the Pocketbook, I've Got the Key". This song was preserved and passed down by his students and fans but was never recor...
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December 7, 2025 • 39 mins
Today, I tell you about the medicinal use of Yellow root, or Xanthorhiza, and the medicinal, culinary and fiber properties of Yucca. These are both very useful plants!
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Tune of the week:
Miss The Mississippi And You on guitar
I show you how to play my version of Jimmie Rodgers' "Miss the Mississippi and You" with a fingerstyle break....
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Miss The Mississippi And You on guitar
I show you how to play my version of Jimmie Rodgers' "Miss the Mississippi and You" with a fingerstyle break....
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November 30, 2025 • 36 mins
Today, I tell you about the medicinal and culinary properties of Vitex, agnus castus, Monk's Pepper or Chaste Bush. This common ornamental shrub has interesting medicinal properties that affect hormonal balance and can be used for injuries.
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Tune of the week:
See See Rider on guitar
I show you how to play Mississippi John Hurt's "Se...
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Tune of the week:
See See Rider on guitar
I show you how to play Mississippi John Hurt's "Se...
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November 23, 2025 • 46 mins
Today, I tell you about the medicinal properties of Viburnum, also called haw or high bush cranberry. These are essential for any spasmodic or cramping issue, especially menstrual pain, but also for anything from diarrhea, a muscle cramp or asthma.
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Tune of the week:
Baby It Won't Be Long on guitar
My version of Frank Stokes' "Baby ...
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Tune of the week:
Baby It Won't Be Long on guitar
My version of Frank Stokes' "Baby ...
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November 16, 2025 • 27 mins
Today, I tell you about the medicinal properties of Blueberry and Mother of Thyme. Both of these are very useful medicinal shrubs that are also great for the kitchen!
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Tune of the week:
Waiting For a Train on guitar
I show you how to play a fingerstyle version of Jimmie Rodgers' "Waiting For a Train". Jimmie Rodgers was a huge influ...
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Tune of the week:
Waiting For a Train on guitar
I show you how to play a fingerstyle version of Jimmie Rodgers' "Waiting For a Train". Jimmie Rodgers was a huge influ...
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November 9, 2025 • 48 mins
Today, I tell you about the medicinal properties of Snowberry/Wolfberry/Coralberry and Taxus, or Yew. We discuss the poisonous properties of certain medicinal herbs, and why you must do your own research - in some cases the toxicity is overstated, but in others guru type fraudsters encourage the use of plants that are so dangerous they can kill you!
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November 2, 2025 • 32 mins
Today, I tell you about the medicinal properties of Spikemoss and Meadowsweet. These are great plants to have on hand for first aid, bleeding, colds and flus, aches and pains.
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Tune of the week:
On The Other Hand Baby on guitar
I show you how to play Etta Baker's "On The Other Hand Baby". This is a great blues instrumental in a more...
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Tune of the week:
On The Other Hand Baby on guitar
I show you how to play Etta Baker's "On The Other Hand Baby". This is a great blues instrumental in a more...
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October 26, 2025 • 32 mins
Today, I tell you about the medicinal and edible properties of Elder. Also, Elder berries are one of my absolute favorites for wine and jam and a great remedy for colds and coughs!
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Ain't Nobody's Dirty Business on Guitar
I show you how to play Mississippi John Hurt's "Ain't Nobody's Dirty Business". We discuss a little of the hist...
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Ain't Nobody's Dirty Business on Guitar
I show you how to play Mississippi John Hurt's "Ain't Nobody's Dirty Business". We discuss a little of the hist...
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October 19, 2025 • 43 mins
Today, I tell you about two very useful plants, Glasswort and Willows. While Glasswort is native to my area, I rarely find enough to harvest. But, Willows are everywhere and are among the most useful and historic of plants.
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October 12, 2025 • 44 mins
Today, I tell you about a series of terrorist attacks in North Carolina that you probably haven't seen int he news. I discuss preparedness for disasters, crime and just general common sense. Then, we discuss the medicinal and edible use of palmetto.
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Saint Louis Blues on guitar
Today, I show you how to play my version of W.C. Hand...
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Saint Louis Blues on guitar
Today, I show you how to play my version of W.C. Hand...
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October 5, 2025 • 71 mins
Today, we discuss the medicinal and edible use of Blackberry and Raspberry. The entire family is good medicine and delicious!
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Tune of the week: Brown's Boogie on Guitar
Today, I play my version of Etta Baker's Brown's Boogie. It is a very fun boogie tune in the key of E, that showcases several of her signature riffs. It has a big...
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Tune of the week: Brown's Boogie on Guitar
Today, I play my version of Etta Baker's Brown's Boogie. It is a very fun boogie tune in the key of E, that showcases several of her signature riffs. It has a big...
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