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Medicine Stories

Amber Magnolia Hill
Motherhood
Nutrition
Postpartum Care
Women's Health
German New Medicine
Metabolism
Herbal Medicine
Metabolic Health
Grief
Cannabis-Induced Psychosis
Fatherhood
Self-Care
Metabolic Dysfunction
Nourishing Motherlines
Mental Health
Suicide
Family Dynamics
Cultural Shift
Healing
Burnout

Together, we are remembering what it is to be human upon the Earth- through connection to the natural world, ancestral wisdom, nourishment, story, and community. Blending thoughtful research with deeply personal conversations, the show explores herbalism, women's metabolic health, burnout recovery, motherhood, lineage, and the practices that help us feel more resilient and alive in modern life. Ho... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes116Founded8 years ago
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How did you observe your ancestors relating to their bodies, to the natural world, to nourishment, to rest? What memories do you carry of connection- or disconnection- in your lineage? So many of us today experience connection to the earth and to our... more

Energy loss happens gradually and then suddenly, creating confusion and the fear that you might never recover. My guest and I have both spent time in the depths of overwhelming fatigue, and we have both found our way back to ourselves again. Today we... more

After our recent episode together- The Epidemic of Women Undernourishing- Ashley and I received a flood of questions, so we decided to speak again and talk about what nourishment really means and what it can look like in a woman's busy daily life.

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How well is your body turning food into fuel? At its core, every function in the body depends on cellular energy- your ability to convert carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into usable fuel. When that process is working well, the body has what it need... more

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Recent Guests

Clara Belize Wisner
Nutritionist, mineral balancing practitioner
Mythic Medicine / Independent practice
Episode: Understanding & Recovering From Life-Changing Burnout - Clara Belize Wisner
Jane Hardwicke Collings
Author/teacher on menopause and founder of The Womancraft Way
The Womancraft Way
Episode: Beyond "HRT or Not?": Supporting the Bodies of Future Wise & Well Grandmothers - Jane Hardwicke Collings
Ashley Wulkan
Nutritionist, herbalist, mineral balancing practitioner
Mythic Medicine / mythicmedicine.shop
Episode: The Epidemic of Women Undernourishing - Ashley Wulkan
Sena Maria
Mineral Balancing Practitioner
Episode: The Liver Flush Trade-Off (Is It Right For You?) - Sena Maria & Dr. Suuzi Hazen
Suuzi Hazen
Doctor of Chinese Medicine
Episode: The Liver Flush Trade-Off (Is It Right For You?) - Sena Maria & Dr. Suuzi Hazen
Sena Shellenberger
Women's health practitioner and mineral balancer
Episode: The Peak Is Not the Path: The Physiology of Lasting Healing - Sena Maria
Jessie Harrold
Jessie works in midwifery, focusing on modern rites of passage and life transitions for women.
The Becoming Podcast
Episode: Modern Midlife Hits Different (Especially for Mothers) - Jessie Harrold
Tara Couture
Mother and author known for her writings on health and wellness, and her daughter's story of cannabis-induced psychosis.
Slowdown Farmstead
Episode: Cannabis-Induced Psychosis: A Mother's Story of Love and Loss - Tara Couture of Slowdown Farmstead
Demetra Gray
Former cult member and commentator on German New Medicine
Episode: German New Medicine: A Lot of Magical Thinking & A Little Bit Culty Too - Demetra Gray

Host

Amber Magnolia Hill
Host and herbalist with a focus on women's health, herbal medicine, and metabolic health. Consistently centers sustainable practices, lineage healing, and holistic wellness.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • You’re Not Alone đź’—

    I absolutely love listening to Amber and her guests talk about motherhood and womanhood in a way that holistically supports women in all stages. So grateful for this show—thank you 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RaisingWildHearts
    United States4 months ago
  • Beautiful

    Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ksuite77
    United States7 months ago
  • A podcast that goes there

    Thank you for this space to share what heals us, how the modern wellness industry isn't always the pancea it promises to be, and how to get free. This is a beautiful show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hannaheko
    United States8 months ago
  • Amazing podcast

    Best podcast I have ever listened to. I wish I knew more people like this

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bigredgirl33
    United States10 months ago
  • fav podcast

    My favorite podcast of all time. I’ve been a loyal listener since 2021! I’m so grateful for Amber’s ability to not shy away from hard conversations. There’s so much ancestral knowledge in this podcast that needs to be shared!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sphillipps
    United Statesa year ago

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Understanding & Recovering From Life-Changing Burnout - Clara Belize Wisner
Q: How did Clara come to mineral balancing and HTMA as a framework for healing?
She describes a personal health crash, deep exploration of nutrition programs, and finding mineral balancing through HTMA testing, which helped stabilize sleep, energy, and mood.
What Real Life Nourishment Looks Like - Ashley Wulkan
Q: Should women fast, and if so, how should it be approached?
Fasting isn't universally recommended; it can be situational and potentially harmful if done chronically or without proper health status. Short-term, non-rhythm fasting may be okay for some, but ongoing fasting can stress the body and harm long-term health.
What Real Life Nourishment Looks Like - Ashley Wulkan
Q: How do you know when you're nourished enough, especially if you're gaining weight?
Weight gain can be a sign of needed nourishment or a reaction to shifting energy inputs; assess energy levels, sleep, hormonal symptoms, and pulse, and adjust gradually while considering long-term metabolic restoration rather than short-term fixes.
What Real Life Nourishment Looks Like - Ashley Wulkan
Q: What does daily, real-life nourishment look like for modern women?
It's about balancing whole foods with practical choices, listening to your body, and not getting lost in restrictive rules; start with understanding calories and macros, then tailor to energy needs, cycle phases, and personal tolerances.
The Energy To Heal: Why Metabolism Matters Most - Kaya of Fundamental Nourishment
Q: How did Kaya come to focus on metabolism and the pro-metabolic framework?
Her personal health journey—from restrictive dieting and keto carnivore to embracing metabolic nourishment—led her to study metabolism deeply, eventually creating a Substack that explains the mechanisms and practical steps for nourishing the body.

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A space for women exploring vitality through earth-based healing, metabolism, and real-life experiences of modern womanhood. Episodes center herbalism, metabolic health, motherhood, and personal growth, often featuring practitioners, healers, and educators who share practical insights, rituals, and narratives from their own journeys. Unique strengths include a grounded, anti-dogmatic approach to healing, emphasis on sustainable practices, and a focus on community and lineage. Listeners who value holistic health, nature-based medicine, and candid conversations about changing bodies and roles will likely find this show especially compelling.

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1. The Plant Path: Herbalism, Medical Astrology & Spagyric Alchemy
2. Herbs with Rosalee
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1. Clara Belize Wisner
2. Jane Hardwicke Collings
3. Ashley Wulkan
4. Sena Maria
5. Suuzi Hazen
6. Sena Shellenberger
7. Jessie Harrold
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