The Story Behind Herbalists After Hours

Welcome to Episode 0 of Herbalists After Hours — our origin story. In this kickoff conversation, we share how a small spark of an idea grew into a full-blown project dedicated to celebrating the herbal community. What began as a possible book concept quickly evolved into something more alive: traveling together, visiting herb shops and conferences, and recording raw, unfiltered conversations with the eclectic, brilliant humans who make up the herbal world. In this episode, we unpack the spirit of the show, the meaning behind the name, the logo's hidden symbolism, and the deep sense of purpose motivating this project. It's all about community, curiosity, and spotlighting the multifaceted lives of herbalists beyond their "day job" with the plants. You'll also hear the behind-the-scenes story — the canoe trips between interviews, the conference hopping, the tech challenges, the decision to record only in person, and the joy of co-creating something that felt right from the start. We also share how this project grew into the creation of our joint creative studio, Folk Methodology, a home for the many herbal media projects we're building together. And of course, we introduce our original theme music from Seattle musicians Torin Frost & Lauren Santi, whose artistry helped set the tone for the entire series. This episode is both a love letter to the herbal community and an invitation to join the adventure ahead. WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE Don't miss a thing! Join our herbal community newsletter at FolkMethodology.com LINKS & RESOURCES Torin Frost Website | TorinFrost.com Torin Frost Instagram | @torinfrost Lauren Santi Instagram | @thelaurensanti Imaginal Disc Pt. I | WATCH ON YOUTUBE Imaginal Disc Pt. II | WATCH ON YOUTUBE Herbs with Rosalee | HerbsWithRosalee.com HerbRally | HerbRally.com Follow Along with Folk Methodology Website | FolkMethodology.com Instagram | @folkmethodology TikTok | @folkmethodology Folk Methodology is a creative herbal studio exploring the wisdom, culture, and lived experience of herbalists. Through conversations, classes, and media, Mason and Rosalee are here to share and uplift the grassroots herbal community.   The small print This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.