Best Herb Brown Podcasts (2024)

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Arnica with Michael Skeeter Pilarski + Arnica Liniment recipe 54:15

2h ago54:15

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It’s been on my mind to have Michael Pilarski on the show for quite a while now, so when he dropped by the other day to see my garden, it seemed like the perfect time to invite him to be here. I loved talking with Michael about his experience of both wildcrafting and farming, and his perspective about the benefits and drawbacks of both of those way…

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EP 133: Jacci McGhee Previews New Single with Special Guest, Tim Kelley 3:09:44

24m ago3:09:44

3:09:44

Join us for an exclusive live interview with the talented singer-songwriter Jacci McGhee as she returns to Halftime Chat! Get an inside look at her creative process and the inspiration behind her highly anticipated new single and video, "Slow Down." Don't miss this chance to hear Jacci discuss her latest projects, share stories from her music caree…

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Sumac with Phyllis Light + Sumac Elderberry Syrup recipe 57:37

5h ago57:37

57:37

I had such a great time catching up with Phyllis Light in this conversation! Hearing Phyllis’ unique herbal story and her philosophy about herbs and herbalism was a real treat. Plus, she shared such an abundance of information about sumac and its medicinal gifts that I am inspired to start working more with this amazing plant! Phyllis shared so man…

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Episode 94: X-Men '97 1:44:06

8h ago1:44:06

1:44:06

We don't specifically cover many new things on this show, sure we talk about a lot of things in our long winded sidebars, but rarely do we have a whole episode dedicated to some of that new new. This week is an exception. As promised, we're all caught up on X-Men '97 and now we're gonna talk about it dammit! Join us as we give the show its flowers …

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EP 132: Tim Kelley: Stories Behind Producing Michael Jackson, Bobby Brown, Beyonce, Coko, Bobby V 2:22:52

3h ago2:22:52

2:22:52

Join us on Halftime Chat as we sit down with the legendary record producer and songwriter **Tim Kelley**, one-half of the iconic production duo **Tim & Bob**. In this exclusive interview, Tim delves into his illustrious career, sharing behind-the-scenes stories of crafting some of the most memorable hits in R&B history.Dive into the world of R&B wi…

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Dandelion with Brigitte Mars + Dandelion "Mushrooms" 41:56

3d ago41:56

41:56

It was so much fun to meet the famous Brigitte Mars, who has been an herbalist for over fifty years. I’ve admired her work for such a long time, and found in this interview that she is also quite the character! Brigitte has such a strong thread of creativity that just bursts out of her, and our conversation went in many unexpected directions – way …

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Episode 93: Harry and the Hendersons 1:44:27

13d ago1:44:27

1:44:27

This week the guys watch and review the best movie ever made about hitting a bigfoot with your car and bringing him home to be part of your family, Harry and the Hendersons! Join us as we unpack this timeless 80's classic and chat about bigfoot, and along the way we learn a lot about furries (and Dave's kinks), as well as do our first live product …

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Episode 92: Favorite Wrestling Entrance Music 2:27:24

18d ago2:27:24

2:27:24

The guys are back on their bullshit, this week to talk about our favorite wrestling theme songs over the years. When it comes to wrestling shows, nothing gets the crowd going like the iconic sound of their favorite superstars making their way to the ring. Sometimes a surprise, sometimes expected, these songs define wrestling and add to the overall …

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Gingko with Mary Morgaine Squire + Sweet Memory Tea 47:50

10d ago47:50

47:50

I have fallen in love with Mary Morgaine Squire’s plant love letter newsletters lately, and when I sat down to interview her, it was made even more clear to me just how deep her connection with the herbs is! I’m excited that she chose ginkgo (GIngko biloba) for her herb – it’s a new plant for the show and one I haven’t worked with much myself. I re…

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EP 131: TL Cross (Ladae): Singer, Songwriter, Producer & Historian 2:16:04

25d ago2:16:04

2:16:04

TL Cross is a multifaceted artist whose work is rooted in love and community. A cultural historian, musician, and educator from Queens, New York, he grew up immersed in hip hop and jazz, which shaped his artistic journey. Following his father's footsteps, Cross became a platinum songwriter and producer, collaborating with legends like Jimmy Jam and…

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EP 130: Jonathan "MOOKIE" Morant: Author, Producer, Musician and Autism Advocate 57:35

20d ago57:35

57:35

In Morant's "Letters to My Son, Rōman," an authentic real-time journal, the author shares his personal love letters to his son, Rōman, begun while still occupying Mom's belly. It was later, before Rōman's second year, that he was diagnosed with "severe autism," non-verbal in nature.https://thehappyhasbeen.com/Jonathan "Mookie" Vivaldí Morant is an …

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Stinging Nettle with Kristine Brown + Homeschool Curriculum Sample 46:28

25d ago46:28

46:28

I’ve known Kristine Brown for many years, and it was such a delight to sit down and chat with her about her love of nettle – a plant that herbalists love to love! Even though I have immersed myself in nettle love for years, I learned some new things about this wonderful herb during our conversation. And it was so much fun to hear about Kristine’s h…

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EP 128: LAW Singer and Producer Joins me live to talk New Edition, Diddy and the Music Industry 2:26:05

27d ago2:26:05

2:26:05

Lawrence L.A.W. Worrell, hailed as the hardest-working man in the music business, embodies a rare passion for his craft. Grandson of Blues/Soul legend Sam "Bluzman" Taylor, he graced stages alongside icons like Rihanna and Lionel Richie. From leading George Clinton's 420 Funk Mob to performing with Amy Winehouse, Lawrence's versatile talents span H…

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Tulsi with Anjali Deva + Tulsi Chai Recipe 40:10

1M ago40:10

40:10

It was so delightful to sit down and chat with Anjali Deva about Tulsi. I just love it when I interview someone and their love of the plant they choose shines through so clearly, which was definitely the case in this conversation. Anjali’s descriptions of seeing Tulsi growing in India made me wish I could grow whole fields of it myself! Anjali disc…

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EP 127: Halftime Chat Interview with the sensational R&B singer Trisha Covington 2:48:04

1M ago2:48:04

2:48:04

Join us on Halftime Chat as we sit down with the sensational R&B singer Trisha Covington, whose soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics have captivated audiences worldwide. In this exclusive interview, Trisha opens up about her journey in the music industry, from her breakout hit "Why You Wanna Play Me Out?" to her latest independent singles. Discover t…

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Plants at Risk with Susan Leopold + List of Possible Substitutions 55:13

1M ago55:13

55:13

I am a huge fan of the work done through United Plant Savers (UPS) and so it was truly an honor to have Susan Leopold, the executive director of UPS, on the show! I had so much fun talking with Susan. Of course she discussed the UPS’s efforts to catalog and protect at-risk native medicinal plants, but this conversation also went places I didn’t exp…

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Chamomile with Dr. Jillian Stansbury + Tummy Tea Blend 1:07:22

2M ago1:07:22

1:07:22

It was so much fun to interview Dr. Jillian Stansbury! She is a plant nerd in all the best ways, and every section of this conversation has so much wisdom infused into it. Not only does Dr. Stansbury give a ton of information about chamomile’s many gifts but she also touches on the differences between the use of herbs and pharmaceuticals, her passi…

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EP 126: Halftime Chat Interview with Hip-Hop Pioneers Stetsasonic 2:48:10

2M ago2:48:10

2:48:10

Stetsasonic was an American hip-hop group formed in 1981 in Brooklyn, New York City. They are considered one of the pioneering groups in hip hop, known for their innovative use of live instrumentation and blending of various musical genres. The group's members included Daddy-O, MC Delite, Prince Paul, Wise, DBC (The Devastating Beat Creator), and F…

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Lemon Balm with Maria Noël Groves + Fresh Lemon Balm Tincture Recipe 51:51

2M ago51:51

51:51

This is Maria Noël Groves’s second time on the show, and I’m thrilled to have her back! You can tell that Maria is an herbal teacher, because this episode is packed with in-depth herbal information about lemon balm. She shares so much wisdom about lemon balm’s gifts that I just can’t wait to get into the garden and work with this wonderful plant ag…

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EP 125: British Recording Artist Lahrel 1:05:29

2M ago1:05:29

1:05:29

Welcome to Halftime Chat R&B Podcast with Nnamdi Okoye, where we dive deep into the soulful rhythms and timeless melodies of R&B music. Join us as we celebrate the best R&B singers and relive the iconic R&B songs from the 90s, exploring the intersection of R&B and hip hop and uncovering the magic behind the era's greatest hits. Delve into discussio…

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Motherwort with Thomas Avery Garran + Tension Relief Tincture 1:02:57

2M ago1:02:57

1:02:57

I've spent many hours poring over Thomas Avery Garran’s materia medica books. In fact, his first book was one of the first herbal books that I bought when I started studying Chinese medicine! And as you’ll see in this episode, Thomas clearly loves plants and has wonderful insights into them, from their gifts and energetics to how to grow and harves…

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Episode 91: Left 4 Dead 1:49:01

2M ago1:49:01

1:49:01

Around here at Nothin' Good, we love us some multi-player game experiences. And one of our all-time favorites is the 2008 XBox 360 classic Left 4 Dead. A first person zombie horror game for the ages, this game had it all. This week we reflect on our time playing the game, Mac's uncanny ability to startle the witch, and we get distracted and talk ab…

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EP 124: Le Flex Interview: Singer Songwriter Musician and Producer 1:18:02

2M ago1:18:02

1:18:02

Le Flex produces 80s retro synthpop/nu-disco/soft house from London, UK.Le Flex spends much of his time tinkering with a time machine to return to the 80's. In between this he writes and produces sublime synthpop to make you dance, and ballads to tempt your inner lover. Le Flex started his music project to attract as many groups as possible. Instea…

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Episode 90: The Last Dragon 1:34:35

3M ago1:34:35

1:34:35

Every once in a while a film comes along that transcends generations and puts the film industry on notice... this is not one of those movies. This week the guys break down the 1985 cult classic that is The Last Dragon. In New York City, Leroy - our titular hero, searches for a kung fu master to obtain the highest level of martial arts mastery known…

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Rose with David Winston + Uplift Tea Blend 1:14:10

3M ago1:14:10

1:14:10

I am thrilled to have David Winston back on the show! Like his last episode, which featured nettles, this episode is absolutely packed with knowledge and wisdom from David’s 55 years of experience. (Speaking of his incredible storehouse of herbal know-how, if you’d like to study with David, he’s enrolling students now! You can get the details in th…

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EP: 123 Herb Middleton: Platinum Record Producer, Songwriter, & Arranger, 2:33:56

2M ago2:33:56

2:33:56

Herb Middleton, a multi-Grammy-nominated and platinum record producer, songwriter, musician, and arranger, embarked on his illustrious journey after Teddy Riley invited him to join his production company in Virginia. This pivotal moment led Middleton, affectionately known as "Big Herb," to co-write "One More Night" song for Bobby Brown alongside Ri…

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Episode 89: Wrestlemania 10 2:12:18

3M ago2:12:18

2:12:18

Oh, hi. Didn't see you there. Have you been there long? Sorry to keep you waiting. It's springtime so you know what that means... it's Wrestlemania season! This week the guys revisit Wrestlemania 10, home to a couple of the best matches ever, and a whole bunch that aren't. Also, Mac educates us all about edging... like a lot. So why don't you pull …

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Oats with Kimberly Gallagher + Maple Oat Squares 47:53

3M ago47:53

47:53

If you’re new to herbs, you might be most familiar with oats as a breakfast staple. But they’re so much more than that! As my guest today, Kimberly Gallagher, shares, oats can soothe frazzled nerves, contribute to endocrine balance and sexual wellness, provide a wealth of easily-absorbed minerals, and much more. (Note that in this episode, Kimberly…

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EP 122: Exclusive: Allure on Mariah Carey, Betrayal & Triumph! 2:13:52

3M ago2:13:52

2:13:52

Join us for an exclusive Halftime Chat interview with iconic R&B trio Allure as they delve into the highs and lows of their illustrious career. In this revealing discussion, Allure shares the genesis of their formation, recounting their journey from humble beginnings to sharing the stage with music legend Mariah Carey. However, their ascent to star…

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Rose with Liz Knight + Sweet Rose Dukkah Recipe 1:11:07

3M ago1:11:07

1:11:07

What a treat you have in store with today’s episode about the lovely (and, as you’ll see, very yummy!) rose plant. The best teachers breathe love and life into what they’re teaching. And my guest today, Liz Knight, is no exception! She reminds me of a little fairy, with her sparkly smile and deep rooted love of the green world. I know you’re going …

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Doing a Lot with a Few Herbs with Anna Rósa Róbertsdóttir + Pain Relief Oil 47:44

3M ago47:44

47:44

Today’s episode is a little different from the usual. To give context for newer audience members, Anna Rósa Róbertsdóttir was one of my earliest guests on the podcast. When Anna Rósa was last on the show, she shared a big adventure and new project she was just about to embark on, empowering women in refugee camps in Iraq. Since we last saw her, tha…

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EP 121: Pamela Long Unmasked on Halftime Chat 1:34:15

3M ago1:34:15

1:34:15

Join us live as Pamela Long, formerly of Total, returns to Halftime Chat to discuss her new autobiography and all things music.When you've lied so much to yourself and others, tucked and gotten away with innumerous counts of deception, it's almost impossible to identify what's truthful anymore. But when God steps in and says enough and pulls back t…

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Creative Ways to Work with Tulsi for Burnout with Rebecca Altman 51:04

4M ago51:04

51:04

In this episode, my bestie, Rebecca Altman, and I dive deeper into one of our favorite herbs for resilience, tulsi (also known as holy basil). While we do talk about what tulsi can do for you, this episode is much more than a simple list of tulsi health benefits! Instead, we’re showing you how much fun you can have, creatively welcoming tulsi into …

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EP 120: Darren Lighty Live On Halftime Chat 1:54:42

3M ago1:54:42

1:54:42

Join us live with Producer Darren Lighty, formerly of The Flex, renowned for R&B hits with Ruff Endz, Jaheim, Donell Jones, Guy, Zhanè, NEXT, and LL Cool J. Initially part of The Flex with his brother Cliff Lighty and Eric Williams, discovered by Marley Marl, they lent vocals to tracks for LL Cool J, Heavy D. & the Boyz, Craig G, and Intelligent Ho…

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3 Herbs for Resilience with Rebecca Altman 55:07

4M ago55:07

55:07

Today is a special episode! That’s partly because I’m with my bestie, Rebecca Altman. But also because we’re talking about something near and dear to both of our hearts: simple and practical ways to build resilience. Because life’s too short and too precious to be trapped in a dread of Monday mornings, right? “Monday mornings” might not ever go awa…

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