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The Plant Path: Clinical Herbalism, Medical Astrology & Spagyric Alchemy

by Sajah & Whitney Popham, founders of The School of Evolutionary Herbalism

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  • What Does the Word "Tonic" Really Mean in Herbal Medicine?

    October 21, 2026 · 53 min

    "Tonic" is a mysterious, nebulous word that pervades the halls of herbal medicine. But what does it actually mean? Its meanings seem to vary widely, often leaving its clinical value unclear. In this post, we'll examine the term's origins…

  • 5 Favorite Herbs for Sinus Infection

    October 14, 2026 · 44 min

    Sinus infections are painful and often scary because they can make it difficult to breathe. Many people quickly get antibiotics for this condition, and while that is in no way wrong and may be necessary at times, sinusitis can often be…

  • Sinusitis and The Magic of the Herbal Neti Pot

    October 7, 2026 · 46 min

    When you consider topical applications, poultices and salves might come to mind, but did you know that herbs can be applied topically to the respiratory tract? For sinusitis and sinus infections, using a simple neti pot can make all the…

  • Topical Treatment: A Clinical Herbalist's Guide

    September 30, 2026 · 51 min

    Does the term "topical herbs" make you think of applying herbs to your skin? Perhaps creams, salves, or poultices come to mind. The thing is, application to the skin, while very important, is only one of many types of topical…

  • A Journey Through the Air Element Signs and Herbs

    September 24, 2026 · 50 min

    The elements offer a profound framework for understanding health, herbal medicine, and our connection to nature. Sajah Popham from The School of Evolutionary Herbalism discusses how, across traditional systems such as astrology, alchemy…

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  • Alchemy & Astrology: Two Missing Keys in Modern Herbalism

    September 17, 2026 · 46 min

    Sajah Popham of The School of Evolutionary Herbalism examines two often-overlooked branches of the Western healing tradition: alchemy and medical astrology. He traces their history, explains their philosophy, and explores how they are…

  • Spiritual Healing, Alchemy, and Herbalism

    September 9, 2026 · 53 min

    Sajah Popham of The School of Evolutionary Herbalism explores spiritual healing with herbs, moving beyond mystical clichés to examine how physical vitality, emotional well-being, and the soul are connected. Drawing on Western alchemy, he…

  • Wood Betony and My Experience of Transformational Healing

    September 2, 2026 · 41 min

    Has your life ever been changed by a plant? When I ask this question of a group of herbalists, most say yes. But if you're just taking your first steps on the plant path, your answer might be no, or not yet.    To the skeptic, the entire…

  • Science and Spirituality of Herbalism

    August 26, 2026 · 27 min

    Sajah Popham from the School of Evolutionary Herbalism explores an integrative vision of herbalism that makes room for both clinical knowledge and spiritual relationship. Drawing on alchemical tradition, he considers how holistic healing…

  • Lemon Balm and The Hyperthyroid Pattern

    August 19, 2026 · 41 min

    Herbal medicine is most powerful when it is specific, and it's important to look at the underlying patterns that shape how a condition appears in an individual. One diagnosis may have many causes and manifest as a variety of tissue states…

  • Blue Vervain: The Herbalist's Remedy for Tension & Anxiety

    August 12, 2026 · 26 min

    Blue Vervain is one of the most effective relaxant remedies in the Western Materia Medica. You can use Blue Vervain for a full spectrum approach to alleviating tension, whether that be psychological or a stiff neck. This herb acts as the…

  • Exploding Head Syndrome: Understanding Heat-Pattern Headaches

    August 5, 2026 · 48 min

    Headaches can be absolutely devastating — in terms of the physical pain and psychological and emotional wear and tear. If you've ever tried to use herbs to treat a headache, you may have had mixed results because headaches are tricky to…

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About the show

The Plant Path is the official podcast from Sajah Popham and The School of Evolutionary Herbalism. Our goal is to provide insights, skills and tools for the practice of true holistic herbalism grounded in tradition. We strive to share an equal balance of clinical strategies and spiritual perspectives on people, plants and the healing journey. The unique approach involves traditional Western herbalism, Ayurveda, spagyric alchemy, astrological medicine, and modern science. We don't just focus on what herbs are "good for," but rather how you can work with them to heal, consciously evolve and be of service to your family, community or clinic.