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Nature & Nourish with Becky Cole

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Nature and Nourish is a podcast by mother, herbalist and forager Becky Cole. Based on an small farm in Northern Ireland this podcast is for anyone craving a more natural, nourishing way of life and a slice of slow living.

Episodes
83
Releases
Every two weeks
Typical length
15 min
On air since
2018
Latest episode
1 week ago

Episodes

83 episodes, newest first

  1. The Autumn Garden Apothecary

    Season 2, Episode 2

    Show notes

    The Autumn Garden Apothecary

    In this episode of Nature & Nourish, I'm opening up my autumn apothecary and sharing the seasonal herbs, traditional preparations and plant wisdom I return to as we move through autumn.

    Herbalism was the gateway to my relationship with the natural world, and I share a little of that journey, from childhood fascinations with plants and natural formulations to the herbs I now work with on our farm in Northern Ireland.

    We explore three of my favourite autumn herbs: yarrow, with its rich folklore, associations with protection and traditional uses; elder, a generous hedgerow plant I've known since childhood; and burdock, a deeply nourishing root with a particular affinity for autumn.

    Along the way, I share some of my favourite traditional herbal preparations, including my elder tea, burdock decoction and the classic Gypsy Cold & Flu Syrup.

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    In this episode: autumn herbalism • the garden apothecary • folk herbalism • yarrow folklore • elderberries • burdock root • traditional herbal preparations • spiced elderberry syrup • Gypsy Cold & Flu Syrup • seasonal living • natural formulations • plant lore • nature connection • herbalism for beginners

    A note on safety: This episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using herbs or supplements, particularly if you take medication, have an existing health condition, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.

    26 min
  2. The Living Year: Autumn

    Season 2, Episode 1

    Show notes

    The Living Year: Autumn

    In this seasonal ode, I take you with me to our farm and cottage here in Northern Ireland, noticing the changes happening and the harvests being gathered in. I talk about why these transitional seasons have always captured my imagination. We explore the bittersweet nature of autumn, its lessons in letting go and the natural cycle of growth, abundance, decline and renewal.

    As part of my seasonal almanac, I also delve into the traditional names and meanings of the autumn moons and months, the Celtic Wheel of the Year and Samhain.

    And, of course, there's an autumnal apple cake recipe along the way! Full recipe over on https://substack.com/@beckyocole

    In this episode: autumn on the farm • seasonal living • harvest • folk herbalism • nature connection • slow living • homemaking • preserving • autumn rituals • Celtic seasonal traditions • Samhain • the Wheel of the Year • moon phases • apple cake • making and crafting • living in tune with nature

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    Purchase my book, The Garden Apothecary: The Garden Apothecary on Amazon

    15 min
  3. A Rooted Autumn-Almanac notes on the season, slow living, countryside life...

    Show notes

    Download the free Seasonal Wellness eBook (for newsletter subscribers only):

    https://www.beckyocole.com/newsletter

    Enjoyed this episode? Consider joining the Rooted Community over on Patreon

    https://www.patreon.com/beckyocole

    Say hi on Instagram inc. links to the Botanical Anthology!

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    Purchase my book: The Garden Apothecary- https://amzn.to/3yvErze

    This episode is all about living seasonally, in tune with nature. Some topics mentioned in Nature & Nourish are slow living, Farm life, Cottage Core, Recipes and rituals for autumn, folk herbalism, cottage recipes, seasonal cakes, slow fashion, permaculture, growing your own food, gardening, nature, sit spots, nature connection and more! Enjoy!

    16 min
  4. A Rooted March- Almanac notes on the season, slow living, countryside life...

    Show notes

    Download the Seasonal Wellness eBook (for subscribers only):

    https://www.beckyocole.com/newsletter

    Enjoyed this episode? Consider joining the Rooted Community over on Patreon

    https://www.patreon.com/beckyocole

    Listen to more bonus episodes on Substack

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    Say hi on Instagram!

    https://www.instagram.com/beckyocole

    Purchase my new book: The Garden Apothecary- https://amzn.to/3yvErze

    This episode is all about living seasonally, in tune with nature. Some topics mentioned in Nature & Nourish are slow living, Farm life, Cottage Core, Recipes and rituals for winter, folk herbalism, cottage recipes, seasonal cakes, slow fashion, permaculture, growing your own food, gardening, nature, sit spots, nature connection and more! Enjoy!

    17 min
  5. A Rooted February- Almanac notes on the season, slow living, countryside life...

    Show notes

    Download the Winter Wellness eBook (for subscribers only):

    https://www.beckyocole.com/newsletter

    Enjoyed this episode? Consider joining the Rooted Community over on Patreon

    https://www.patreon.com/beckyocole

    Say hi on Social Media:

    https://www.instagram.com/beckyocole

    Purchase my new book: The Garden Apothecary- https://amzn.to/3yvErze

    This episode is all about living seasonally, in tune with nature. Some topics mentioned in Nature & Nourish are slow living, Farm life, Cottage Core, Recipes and rituals for winter, folk herbalism, cottage recipes,seasonal cakes, slow fashion, permaculture, growing your own food, gardening, nature, sit spots, nature connection and more! Enjoy!

    15 min
  6. Seasonal Living in June-Musings From the Farm

    Season 3, Episode 20

    Show notes

    Enjoyed this episode? Consider joining the Rooted Community over on Patreon

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    Say hi on Social Media:

    https://www.instagram.com/beckyocole

    Purchase my new book: The Garden Apothecary- https://amzn.to/3yvErze

    This episode is all about living seasonally, in tune with nature. Mentioned in this episode is slow living, Farm life, Cottage Core, Recipes and rituals for midsummer, folk herbalism, cottage recipes, sunteas, seasonal cakes, slow fashion, permaculture, growing your own food, gardening, nature, sit spots, nature connection and more! Enjoy!

    19 min
  7. Seasonal Living in April-Musings From The Farm

    Season 3, Episode 19

    Show notes

    Enjoyed this episode? Consider joining the Rooted Community over on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/beckyocole

    Purchase my new book: The Garden Apothecary- https://amzn.to/3yvErze

    Join my mailing list for bonuses and events & visit the blog for details on everything mentioned:

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    This episode is all about living seasonally, in tune with nature. Slow living. Farm life. Cottage Core. Recipes and rituals for easter and folk herbalism.

    11 min
  8. Early Spring Seasonal & Slow Living-recipes, rituals and musings

    Season 3, Episode 19

    Show notes

    Enjoyed this episode? Come and join the Rooted Community for monthly workshops and more! https://www.patreon.com/beckyocole

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    Purchase my new book: The Garden Apothecary- https://amzn.to/3yvErze

    This episode is all about living seasonally, in tune with nature. Slow living. Recipes and rituals for early spring and folk herbalism.

    12 min
  9. Seasonal Living in February- recipes, rituals and musing on late winter/Imbolc

    Season 3, Episode 18

    Show notes

    Enjoyed this episode? Consider joining the Rooted Community over on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/beckyocole

    Purchase my new book: The Garden Apothecary- https://amzn.to/3yvErze

    Join my mailing list for bonuses and events & visit the blog for details on everything mentioned:

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    This episode is all about living seasonally, in tune with nature. Slow living. Recipes and rituals for late winter and Imbolc and folk herbalism.

    15 min
  10. Crafting the Garden Apothecary in Autumn-Rituals & Recipes

    Season 3, Episode 17

    Show notes

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    This episode is all about crafting the autumn herbal apothecary. In it I share recipes for fire cider, burdock chai, garlic honey, ginger turmeric shots as well as ideas for seasonal rituals for autumn/fall.

    16 min
  11. Celebrating Autumn with Children - Crafts/Nature Table/Forest School ideas/ Books

    Season 3, Episode 16

    Show notes

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    This episode is all about celebrating autumn with children with autumnal or fall seasonal Ideas, ideas on celebrating events through the season, autumn waldorf Crafts, how to make an autumn Nature Table and autumn Forest School activities as well as our favourite kids books to read at this time of year.

    16 min
  12. Ode to Early Autumn-Rituals & Recipes for the Month

    Season 3, Episode 15

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    12 min
  13. Crafting the Garden Apothecary in Summer-Rituals & Recipes

    Season 3, Episode 14

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    16 min
  14. Celebrating Summer with Kids - Crafts/Nature Table/Forest School/Lammas/Books

    Season 3, Episode 13

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    Enjoyed this episode? Keep the podcast going by joining the Nature and Nourish Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/beckyocole

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    This episode is all about Celebrating Summer with Children with Late Summer Seasonal Ideas, ideas on celebrating Lammas or Lughnasadh, Summer waldorfy Crafts, how to make a summer Nature Table and summer Forest School activities as well as our favourite kids books to read at this time of year.

    15 min
  15. Ode to July-Rituals & Recipes for the Month

    Season 3, Episode 12

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    15 min
  16. Nature Connection in Summer-Activities to Inspire Connected Living

    Season 3, Episode 11

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    4 min
  17. Ode to June-Rituals & Recipes for the Month

    Season 3, Episode 10

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    8 min
  18. Nature Connection-The Dawn chorus

    Season 3, Episode 9

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    5 min
  19. Ode to May - Blossoms, Rituals, Recipes

    Season 3, Episode 8

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    13 min
  20. The Spring Slow Garden

    Season 3, Episode 7

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    23 min