150. A year in Review, Our Spring Sun Cycle: Tonielle Christensen on Permaculture Herbalism

The Elder Tree Podcast

As we wrap up the year, join me for a special reflection on the incredible conversations we’ve shared on this podcast segment. From the kitchens and gardens of permaculture homes to the rainforests of the Daintree, from conscious conception to community food security, each guest has brought their wisdom on how plants, people, and place are deeply interconnected.

This episode revisits 12 powerful discussions that explored themes of resilience, herbal medicine, regenerative farming, local food systems, water innovation, and the soulful work of tending both our inner and outer landscapes.

Together, these stories remind us that healing ourselves and healing the Earth are inseparable—and that by aligning with nature, we can create thriving, abundant futures.

Tune in for a recap of the year’s highlights and a celebration of the common threads that inspire us to grow, connect, and regenerate.

SHOW NOTES: Easy Episode Links

102. Tropical Superfoods & Food Forestry: Tonielle Christensen

106. Forest of Plenty, Food Security and Community Land Share: Cerise Acacia

110. Wisdom of the Elder Tree Healer & Teacher with Recipes: Tonielle Christensen

114. Permaculture Zoning: Purposeful Design with Medicinal Plants: Tonielle Christensen

18. Aquaculture & Growth Mindset for Sustainable Business: Rodney Ingersol

122. Local Food Security & Supporting Farmers For Resilience: Angela Nasson

126. Regenerative & Collaborative Agriculture: Toni Perrin

130. Restoring Nature with Native Plants & Agroforestry in the Daintree: Liana Toth
134. Conscious Conception & Pregnancy with Ayurveda: Asher-Lily Green

138. Water for All With Unpowered Technology: Steve Boniwell

142. Soul Soil & Mapping the Inner Garden: Donna Raymond

145. Permaculture Kitchen Design with Cecilia Macaulay

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