The Herbal Medic Deep Dive

The Herbal Medic Deep Dive

Welcome to The Herbal Medic - Deep Dive, your podcast exploring sustainable medicine, herbal remedies, gardening, and wild foraging through an in-depth lens. Created by Sam Coffman, a former Green Beret Medic with over 30 years of experience as an herbalist, educator, and founder of Herbal Medics Academy (AKA The Human Path), each episode is rich with practical insights and rooted in real-world knowledge from the Herbal Medics Academy curriculum, books, videos, blogs, and courses. Whether you’re a seasoned herbalist or just starting your journey, tune in for actionable strategies and wisdom to live more sustainably and healthfully. Learn more at: https://herbalmedics.academy

Episodes

April 28, 2025 17 mins

Welcome to "The Deep Dive", where we explore the crucial foundation of successful gardening: living soil. This episode takes inspiration from Sam Coffman's latest book, "Survival Gardening," and uncovers the importance of nutrient-rich soil for thriving plants and nutrient-packed produce.

Discover how modern practices like monocropping and heavy use of NPK fertilizers have impacted soil health and the transformative potential of re...

Mark as Played

Discover the transformative world of herbalism with Lisa Ganora's Phytosapiens Membership Community.

This episode delves into the unique blend of hands-on experience and scientific rigor that Lisa brings to the field. Explore how this membership offers a structured approach to understanding plant chemistry, bridging traditional use with modern science. From monthly themes to interactive webinars, gain insights into herbal constitu...

Mark as Played

Join us in this episode of Deep Dive where we explore the essentials of building a resilient homestead with insights from the Human Path and Herbal Medics Academy's revamped online course. Discover how you can start your journey to self-sufficiency and food security right from your current living situation, whether it’s an urban apartment or a rural plot.

Learn step-by-step strategies to enhance your food reserves, explore sustai...

Mark as Played

Join us for an in-depth exploration into the unique educational approach of Herbal Medics Academy. Discover the exceptional team behind the academy, led by co-director Suchil Coffman, whose passion for wilderness medicine and diverse qualifications, including EMTB, Wilderness EMT, and registered nurse, provide a critical bridge between field experience and formal medical training.

Dr. Kyla Helm's integration of conventional and fun...

Mark as Played

Join us on this enlightening episode of 'The Deep Dive' as we explore the multi-layered approach to integrative health, guided by the expertise of Sam Coffman from Herbal Medics Academy. Discover how symptoms are just the tip of the iceberg and delve into the deeper mechanisms that influence our health. Sam brings insights from his extensive background, combining Western herbalism, acupuncture, and traditional Chinese medicine.

In ...

Mark as Played

Welcome to the Deep Dive, where we simplify essential topics without overwhelming details. In this episode, we explore the foundations of a sustainable food supply through Sam Coffman’s 'Survival Gardening.' This is not your average gardening guide; it emphasizes resilience and nurishment, particularly in challenging conditions.

Coffman's book proposes a mindset shift from leisurely gardening to seeing it as a critical survival ski...

Mark as Played

In this episode of The Deep Dive, we unravel the intricacies of crafting effective herbal formulas using insights from Sam Coffman's Herbal Medic. Discover how Coffman's extensive experience in real-world scenarios, like post-disaster zones, informs his approach to herbalism. Learn about the advantages of combining herbs to create synergistic effects that enhance efficacy and reduce toxicity, compared to using single herbs.

We delv...

Mark as Played

In this episode of "Deep Dive," we explore the fascinating world of Houttuynia cordata commonly known as the "Chameleon plant". Our guide is Sam Coffman, a seasoned herbalist with a rich background merging practical field experience and deep traditional knowledge. Coffman challenges the notion of this often-called invasive plant, suggesting it might hold significant medicinal value.

We delve into the plant's traditional uses in Tra...

Mark as Played

Popular Podcasts

    Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

    Stuff You Should Know

    If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

    Intentionally Disturbing

    Join me on this podcast as I navigate the murky waters of human behavior, current events, and personal anecdotes through in-depth interviews with incredible people—all served with a generous helping of sarcasm and satire. After years as a forensic and clinical psychologist, I offer a unique interview style and a low tolerance for bullshit, quickly steering conversations toward depth and darkness. I honor the seriousness while also appreciating wit. I’m your guide through the twisted labyrinth of the human psyche, armed with dark humor and biting wit.

    The Bobby Bones Show

    Listen to 'The Bobby Bones Show' by downloading the daily full replay.

    The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

    The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.