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The Dancing Willow podcast explores healing, herbalism, and the wisdom of the Earth. Hosted by Elliott Brinkley, clinical herbalist and owner of Dancing Willow Herbs apothecary, this podcast offers insights into plant medicine, herbal remedies, breathwork, and personal transformation. Whether you're new to herbalism or looking to deepen your practice, each episode provides practical tips, inspiring conversations with healers, and a holistic approach to wellness. Tune in for a journey of heal ...
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Plant Led Formulation: The Spirit Behind Leaf People Skincare
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What if your skincare routine was more than just topical? What if it was a sacred exchange—between you, the plants, and the Earth? In this soul-stirring episode, Elliott sits down with Julie Williams, founder and formulator behind Leaf People Skincare. Julie shares the remarkable story of how she studied plant medicine around the globe—from the Ama…
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Skincare Truths, Acne Myths & Radical Skin Acceptance with Satara of Clear Esthetics
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If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by skincare advice or frustrated that your “clean” routine still isn’t working for acne—this episode is for you. Elliott talks with Satara Arthaud, esthetician and founder of Clear Esthetics, about how to truly support acne-prone skin with both compassion and strategy. Together, they go deep into the misconceptions a…
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Blooming Rooted: A Retreat for Herbal Healing & Embodied Transformation
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What if learning about plants was also a path to becoming more fully yourself? In this bonus solo episode, Elliott opens a heartfelt window into the Blooming Rooted Retreat—an immersive, soul-nourishing experience rooted in community, plant connection, and embodied herbalism. You’ll hear the story of how this sacred gathering came to be, from its d…
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Beyond the Green Pill: Practicing Vitalist Herbalism with Mike Masek
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In today's episode, I’m joined by Mike Masek, director of The Forager’s Path School of Botanical Studies in Flagstaff, Arizona. With over 30 years of experience and training in Herbal Medicine, Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, Mike has devoted his life to helping students move beyond textbook knowledge — into real, embodied herbal wisdom …
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Herbalism for the People: Golden Poppy Apothecary
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What does it look like to build a thriving herbal business rooted in community, care, and ancestral wisdom? This week Elliott sits down with Sarah Josey, clinical herbalist and founder of Golden Poppy Apothecary in Fort Collins, Colorado, to explore how herbalism can be made accessible, practical, and deeply human. From her start in biochemistry to…
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Planting Seeds in Grief: Herbs for a Rooted Heart
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This week we have a very personal, solo episode. I’m dropping in with you one-on-one—no guests, just a real-time reflection from my heart to yours. It’s been just over a month since launching the podcast, and while it's been a whirlwind of incredible conversations, I wanted to pause, connect, and share what’s been moving through me. This episode is…
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My Body is a Miracle: Fertility & Self Love with Jenna Reiss
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In this deeply heartfelt and healing episode, Elliott is joined by the radiant Jenna Reiss—breathwork facilitator, healer, teacher, and new mother—for a soul-stirring conversation on the path of self-love, spiritual integration, and honoring the full spectrum of the human experience. From the transformative power of retreats and group healing to th…
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Weaving Collaborative Herbalism: Building a Seasonal Herbal Magazine with Harmonie O'Loughlin
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Herbalism is something that is meant to exist in the village. In this episode, I sit down with Harmonie O'Loughlin, founder of Botanical Anthology and Plant Wonder Collective, to explore how collaboration within her community, shapes her experience as an herbalist and creator. We dive into her journey from home herbalist to magazine editor, the pla…
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Breathing with the Earth: Botanical Breathwork with Eliza Rose Kane
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In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Eliza Rose Kane, breathwork facilitator, writer and healer, as we dive into the magic of Botanical Breathwork. We explore how breath and plants work together to deepen our connection to the earth, our bodies, and our creative power. Eliza shares her insights on the synergy between breath and plant consc…
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Lavender & Legacy: Crafting Hydrosols, Cultivating Land & Finding Purpose with Mesa Verde Lavender
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What does it mean to truly cultivate something—from the soil beneath us to the friendships that sustain us? In this episode, host Elliott Brinkley sits down with Katie of Mesa Verde Lavender Farm to explore the deep connections between plants, healing, and personal transformation. They share the story of their friendship, the unexpected path that l…
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Rooted in Herbal Wisdom: The Journey to Dancing Willow
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In this first episode of The Dancing Willow Podcast, host Elliott Brinkley shares her journey into herbalism, holistic healing, and the path that led her to own the beloved Dancing Willow Herbs apothecary. From a childhood immersed in alternative healing to her deep connection with nature and clinical herbalism, Elliott weaves a heartfelt and inspi…
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