Eclectic Herbal Wisdom
Claim This Podcastby Christine Alstat & Mel Mutterspaugh
Podcast Overview
<p>Hosted by two experienced herbal educators and storytellers — Christine Alstat, owner of Eclectic Herb, and Mel Mutterspaugh, founder of The Herbalist’s Path and Lead Herbal Educator at Eclectic Herb, this show explores the herbs we love, how they work, and the deeper connection between people and plants.</p><p><br></p><p>Each episode features monthly herb spotlights, zodiac-themed herbal insights, seasonal wellness support, wildcrafting stories from the Pacific Northwest, and conversations shaped by decades of experience in the herbal world.</p><p><br></p><p>Rooted in Eclectic Herb’s 40-year legacy and grounded in the traditions of the Eclectic Physicians, this podcast is perfect for herbalists, plant lovers, and anyone wanting to live closer to nature.</p>
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Recent Episodes
June 25, 2026
Calendula: The Skin Herb That Has Many More Benefits
Most people know calendula as a soothing herb for the skin, but its story goes far beyond salves and creams. This bright, golden flower has been used to support the lymphatic system, promote gut healing, offer antiviral support for shingles and chicken pox, and ease tired, overworked eyes. We also shared some of Calendula's history, from ancient physicians to traditional herbalists who revered it as one of nature's great healers. What's in this episode: Why calendula is so ...
June 11, 2026
Chinese Herbal Medicine, Acupuncture and the Art of Healing with Dr. Cole Magbanua
Some healers change the course of your life in a single session. For Chris, that healer was Dr. Cole Magbanua, the acupuncturist who got her back on her feet after a serious car accident left her unable to walk. In this episode, Dr. Cole explores the world of Chinese medicine from the inside out: how distal acupuncture works and why it produces such immediate and sometimes miraculous results, the ancient art of pulse diagnosis and what it can detect before symptoms even appear, how Chinese nu...
May 29, 2026
Hawthorn: The Herbalist's Go-To Heart Herb, Its History and Traditional Uses
If there is one herb that holds the heart in every sense of the word, it is Hawthorn. In this episode we take a deep and loving look at one of herbalism's most celebrated cardiotonic plants. From rich mythology to traditional Chinese medicine, from the stressed nervous system to the grieving heart, hawthorn shows up for all of it. Whether you are drawn to it for circulation, blood pressure, cold hands on winter mornings, or simply because your heart needs a little more love, this episode is f...
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- What is Eclectic Herbal Wisdom?
<p>Hosted by two experienced herbal educators and storytellers — Christine Alstat, owner of Eclectic Herb, and Mel Mutterspaugh, founder of The Herbalist’s Path and Lead Herbal Educator at Eclectic Herb, this show explores the herbs we love, how they work, and the deeper connection between people and plants.</p><p><br></p><p>Each episode features monthly herb spotlights, zodiac-themed herbal insights, seasonal wellness support, wildcrafting stories from the Pacific Northwest, and conversations shaped by decades of experience in the herbal world.</p><p><br></p><p>Rooted in Eclectic Herb’s 40-year legacy and grounded in the traditions of the Eclectic Physicians, this podcast is perfect for herbalists, plant lovers, and anyone wanting to live closer to nature.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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