Medicine Stories
Medicine Stories
Amber Magnolia Hill
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I’ve been listening for years! Authentic and heartfelt
Listening to Amber share her wisdom is both comforting and empowering. After listening to Mythic Medicine, I feel like I just had a heart-to-heart with a best friend or big sister. I’m so grateful for her pioneer work in the realms of health and family. Thank you Amber for your inspiration!
CourtneyG212
Not evidence based
If you’re looking for a podcast that discusses traditional and modern medicine in a thoughtful and intelligent way, this isn’t it. I like a little woo and earth/plant connection with my herbalism, but 10 minutes into the first episode I listened to, they’re already devolving into anti-vaxxer conspiracies. Anecdotes are not evidence. The only research study that ever linked vaccines and autism was retracted because the data were so terrible (as in, the “scientist” hand-picked the data he included and rejected any data that didn’t support his story), and the continuing obsession with avoiding vaccines because of this ridiculous pseudoscience is disgustingly ableist.
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ThisDamselFlies1
Judgey
This podcast kept coming up in my suggestions and its content definitely sounded appealing! I followed for a while but was becoming more and more turned off to the host’s negativity, judgemental attitude and arrogance. I tried revising again after a year with an open mind but was turned off again in the first ten minutes when she was telling a guest she couldn’t respect someone or find them credible after learning they were vegetarian…despite her having been a vegan herself. She seems to believe that whatever path she’s on at that current moment is the right one and everyone else is wrong. Weird.
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NaraRose6
Disappointed
I lived the concept of this podcast and connecting to healers and wise folk, but a recent not-too-subtle rant about vaccines causing autism was my line. I’m autistic and the misinformation and catatrophizing of my neurotype is the worst of the “autism mom” trope. There’s a difference between helping folkx connect to ancestral ways of being and peddling dangerous misinformation.
4leggedmum
Chronic Illness, Solutions, RFK,Jr
I was surprised that the guest seemed unaware of the reasons why we have so much chronic illness and autoimmune disease. It’s a huge topic with our Independent Presidential Candidate RFK,Jr. It is one of the major focal points of his campaign. The reasons and solutions are out there.
pistachiokarma
So so good
I have been recently called to listen to so many episodes of this podcast lately and, as a result, feel like I understand myself, my purpose, my body, and my connection to the earth so much more for it. I’ve had so many moments in the last couple weeks listening to episodes that I got chills because something resonated so deeply or because I realized I was led to listen to the episode at that exact moment in time. Amber’s voice is a soothing balm for the soul and I’m so grateful for the medicine that is shared here. Thank you for this podcast 💐
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Ash12447
The host has lost credibility
I used to enjoy this podcast but the host, Amber, has become increasingly more didactic, dictatorial, and angry. She used to sell her oils/herbs but now she is peddling a bunch of other things, some which seem questionable and similar to multi-level marketing and pyramid scheme products. Her most recent jag on instagram (October 2023) made me decide to unfollow. After the recent attacks in Israel and in Palestine, she first posted the words of an online personality/"therapist" stating people shouldn't feel the need to post about political events they do not know about. Fine. But then, amost immediately after, Amber went on a jag - dictatorially posting her feelings about what is happening, and lashing out at people who tried to either correct her lack of knowledge and/or provide more context on what is happening in the region. She commented angrily about "women in Portland", which would be almost funny if it weren't suggestive of deeper issues she seems to be struggling with, and if she wasn't irresponsibly spreading misinformation/disinfo to her many listeners. When she gets into judgy hostile mode it's so alienating, especially because there is a sort of hope (however simplistic) that people who care about plants and herbal medicine would be a bit more reasoned, even-keeled, and open-minded. I mean, during her October jag, she even wrote the words "I pray wokeism ends". Again, ridiculous, funny, and over-the-top, but also fear-mongering and irresponsible. She seems to take on certain perspectives or lifestyles (e.g. she used to be a vegan) and is vociferious/judgemental about why it's right, only to change her mind and go on to judge and yell about why her new-found lifestyle is correct. Big unfollow.
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CC Vee
Absolutely love this pod so far.. except Ep 98.
I love love love this podcast. So many good things! I’m even a Patreon member. The guest on Ep 98 was disappointing. Not at all what I expected to hear from the title. We as white people have to understand the “black illiteracy rate” this guest speaks of IS a symptom of the systematic oppression of black people for centuries in our country. To fix the illiteracy rate is to acknowledge systematic oppression in our history. If any child “feels” bad for learning this, it is our job as parents to help them navigate it. Not shield them from it. Ugh. I had to turn this episode off half way through.
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nehogan
Episode 98 - no
I have loved listening to this podcast for its wide ranging topics and insights but this episode was a source of some seriously incorrect and I researched claims about gender, gender expression and children’s knowing about themselves. I was really disappointed.
DC Speechie
Essential
A must listen to. It’s rich with ancient, sacred wisdom that somehow has made it through all of the years and generations. Thank you so much for your generous, curious and wise spirit.
KCobabe
transphobic episode 98
In episode 98 either Amber or the guest says that children always know gender. Have you ever witnessed children around transgender people? or in a social space where gender is more nuanced? Why do we need to teach children to be afraid of men or trans ppl? i was interested in this episode and then shocked where it went. i have listened to this podcast for years and often felt so comforted by it. but the anti vax and transphobic stuff makes me feel like its created by someone who lives in a small myopic world and is reporting those world views. its strange to listen to. such a reflection of a warped internet space
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waggylights
My soul is happy
I’ve been recently looking for a new podcast to listen to because I am a birthworker aka Doula and only listen to Birth podcasts. But after attending a very long 60 hour birth, I was exhausted and my soul needed healing. After asking others for recommendations for a spiritual podcast, nobody could give me what I was truly looking for. I came across this podcast two weeks later and I was like oh cool let’s see what this is. I’m only 9 episodes in and am completely in love! I feel like all of my questions about certain creatures and roots have been answered. I know I was led to this podcast by my guides and ancestors. I even found two newborn kittens while driving and listening to this. I was looking for a female name for the white kitten I am keeping and heard Ariella aka Ari on this episode and my soul resonated so much. Thank you so much for this, you have made my soul happy. And if you would like a new guest for your podcast, as a birthworker or someone who has sat with Kambo, huachuma, and other medicines please let me know. I have a VERY interesting story to tell. Please follow me on IG @phenomenal_womban_birthworker A’ho 🪶
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MJs princess
This podcast has changed my life!
I have learned a lot about how to take care of myself from this podcast. I’ve learned about the importance of trusting my gut even when so many people around me are telling me I’m crazy. I owe my relationship and healing from the plant world to this podcast and a book called “Flowers for a girl - plant medicine and sexual trauma.” I would love to see the writer of that book (Amanda Dilday) on this podcast. I hope it’s ok I post this on here?! I just felt inspired!
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savannah monet
Amber is a scammer
The podcast used to be about herbal medicine but now it’s full of conspiracies, transphobic rhetoric, and her trying to sell items that sound like an MLM or scam. It’s laughable how they market themselves as “truth tellers” when they’re actually just being harmful to others.
Kris92746
Not transphobic simply the truth
Love this podcast. Amazing honest conversations.
Kay(the)Doll
Inconsistent
Some really great episodes with fabulous information early on, but in the past year or two have been increasingly disturbed by the host’s philosophy on gender roles and some anti-vaccine beliefs. Some guests also seem to be pretty problematic recently as well. I have unsubscribed twice, and may check back to listen to the occasional, non-problematic episode, but don’t think I’ll subscribe again. For the best content, go back a few years.
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JenniHK69
Love
Love this podcast! Thank you!
jess rinck
Instagram Poisioning
I used to love this podcast for its insight into many things that interested me. Over the last year or more it seems like the host has been poisoned by Instagram and the internet. At first is was just the expression of so much anxiety around that space and the retelling of weird feuds, then came the marketing stuff and guests only found through the gram. And now it’s full on transphobia and just plain ugliness. I had to unsubscribe. A true bummer to see someone brought to such a low place. Maybe get off the internet for a while?
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@mm543
Ep 100
The level of spiritual bypassing in this is so painful to listen to and downright insulting.
Zach zaph
Energy off
The energy of this podcast has been off for me for awhile which is a shame because I really have loved it in the past! I’ll keep dipping in for a check every now and again!
crabcake86
Heads up #98 is Transphobic
I thought this podcast would be inspiring so I picked an episode, #98 and things get pretty transphobic towards the middle. The host & guess express a lot of fear about Trans / gender identity education, it’s pretty disturbing and harmful.
EmzoSmizo
Highly recommended!!!!
I found this podcast almost a year ago and fell madly in love. I can’t recommend it enough! Huge thank you to Amber for creating this space, sharing her stories, letting us listen to the most nourishing conversations and courageously using her voice.
Kqm5089
Episode 98 is transphobic and harmful
This episode will promote violence against the trans population. It is hateful and contains harmful misinformation. I’ve never heard this podcaster so enraged about something as she is about how teaching kids that transness is valid is “gaslighting” them, teaching them to fall for manipulation and that transness is essentially a “lie”. It clearly speaks to the ignorance of these women, who clearly do not have the experience of being trans (or any trans friends for that matter) and therefor cannot speak on the subject from a place of truth or real-lived understanding. Shame on this episode. This is why trans people are being killed all over the world. I hope others follow suit and stop supporting them after this. We deserve a public apology and so do your Indigenous listeners whose culture you appropriate/pretend to revere (those whose cultures revere two-spirit, 5-genders, etc.)
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N@usic@@
Misleading show titles
So disappointed about the direction of the show. Used to be about herbalism and ancestry, but now just an infomercial for affiliate products, sprinkled w episodes who share the authors (extreme and boring) opinions on culture wars topics. The titles of the show do not match the content. Two stars cause you used to be so good, sad to see where the show has landed.
melanie_atx
Just one giant ad now
Used to absolutely love the show. I appreciated the nuanced conversations and deep dives into topics I care deeply about (rewilding, ancestral wisdom, stepping out of the overculture, homesteading) but now that Amber has discovered affiliate marketing, she and her guests have the most pointless, surface level chats that only serve to peddle silly e course bundles on listeners. Snooze. Not looking to listen to one giant ad.
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dancingwiththeearth
Hateful Garbage
Episode 98 is downright violent and foolish it to mention tripping over itself in contradictions.
ffrraanncceess
Yikes
Used to love this and now it has turned into a scary white woman thinking she knows how to educate on racial education and trans people. Was a Patreon supporter in the past but this change in views has made me question a lot of other voices in the spiritual space that I used to turn for guidance. This past episode…WOOF!
SamanthaBarbara
Thank you
Thank you for not being afraid to confront the and speak your mind on the gender ideology. Please do not back down. We need voices like yours.
SisterMoon❤️❤️❤️
So so
I guess sometimes good, often not. This is what I imagine privileged people doing herbalism sounds like. Not a perspective of someone who lives in the real world. Her talk about vaccines makes me want to crawl inside myself and die….in fact on several subjects. Sometimes affirming good info, but think for yourself and don’t believe everything you hear.
Hanhec
Episode 98
I was expecting a helpful episode I could share with my friends about neuro-divergent children and instead found a lot of surface level and damaging assertions being made about trans children. It makes me doubt your expertise, Amber, about other topics I know less about. The podcast promotes unschooling and child-led learning and claims to trust the innate knowledge of children, and yet you don’t seem to believe that children can draw a distinction for themselves between others’ reality and their own. Children can be impressionable but they can also be taught how to be discerning. If I really believed the extent of how you teach your child to sense danger relies on noticing the shape of someone’s body, I would be worried. It’s hard for me to believe that you truly think your child is intuiting some feminine or masculine essence rather than simply relying on physical markers they have learned from mass culture. There have been many successful societies that have lived in close connection to land that have recognized more than two genders. This episode really shows me that you haven’t fully researched this topic but rather have only looked for evidence to support your personal bias. I don’t see any of the nuance that I normally hear from you about other topics. I know you care deeply about people’s wellbeing. I also respect that you say what you believe. I think you ask some good questions in this episode but you are answering them from a place of ignorance. You have misrepresented the experience of trans children as being all about surgery and hormones (it’s not, I know trans children and adults who have done neither) and reducing it to body dysmorphia. You, who are often quite critical of Western medicine, have latched on to Western medicine’s diagnosis and terminology as though that (dysmorphia) is the root experience for all trans folks—hint: it’s a lot more about identity. You and your guest’s assertion that people aren’t oppressed due to the color of their skin is simply wrong. Poverty is a massive oppressor but so is skin color and if you don’t understand how or why you might consider learning from people with identities other than your own. You’ve reduced “teaching children about race” to “telling children they are bad” which isn’t at all the point. I think its probably true that since the experience of trans people and people of color is generally misunderstood by white or cisgendered people that many teachers (mostly white and cisgender) aren’t yet fully equipped to have the best conversation in the classroom. But that doesn’t mean that there isn’t value in teaching our children about how problems of power with race and gender are still negatively impacting us all or how to respectfully use pronouns. Personally I find trans people’s disruption of gender and stereotypes liberating and inspiring. I’m surprised you of all people would fear this so much. I would like to see you explore how people support and legitimize trans identity through the modalities you trust and practice – especially if you believe it’s important to offer strategies for still-growing bodies and minds.
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Where_Trees_Convene
Misleading Info
I was an early listener, patreon supporter, and fb group member. I loved many of the intriguing ideas Amber and her guests explored, but the show has gotten harmfully pseudoscientific. In the current climate I feel this is especially harmful and have tangible consequences — not for the better. I am disappointed that this is the direction the show went. I encourage listeners to think critically about the information presented and for potential new listeners to give it a miss or stick to earlier episodes.
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caliggal
Overshadowed by trans exclusion
It feels almost trite to say that I love this podcast and now feel like I don’t want to listen to it anymore. I understand the direction opened up by episode 98 with Teva Johnstone as perpetuating harm. I am not willing to continue to listen to something that mixes in hate towards trans people and proudly claims an unwillingness to be with the complexity of harm and responsibility that comes with inheriting a colonial legacy. For other podcast options for lovers of herbalism I recommend Smoke Break by the folks at Wild Gather herb school, and lovers of story medicine Finding our Way by Prentis Hemphill. Let us not misinterpret each other's creative life force as a pathology. And for those who would like to understand more of where I am coming from, I share these reflections and questions: we know from surviving indigenous cultures on turtle island (the united states) that two-spirit people have been an integral part of the not so distant past. they have been honored as knowers and holders of liminal space. we lose so much medicine and kinship when we decide to exclude identities whose manifestation feels unusual today. is this not the same struggle we have when we want to communicate with plants in a city park or feel called to dance with the water at the beach? that we will be seen as crazy, pathologized, and thus denied access to that which brings us life and connects us to our divine creative energy? As for our children, helping them to understand what trans identity is, is very different from pretending it's not present when they have questions. We help them to understand so many other things about the world, this seems like a sad place to draw a line in the sand.
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paige mn
Gratitude
I was looking for something special to listen to and just happened to see this. What a great show. Loving every minute
CarolineMoran
Impressed
I just stumbled across this podcast, and immediately had a deep connection with the stories and the voice of the hostess. I could listen to her for calming, loving, tender voice for hours. Immediate IG follow, and podcast follow. The vacation story hooked me and I fell deeply into the journey. Wonderful weaver of takes. Cant wait to discover more!
Beautifuldi$aster
Entertaining but filled with psuedoscience
Title pretty much says it. It’s interesting and I like some of the perspectives presented on this podcast, but the insane amount of pseudoscience (antivax propaganda, promoting a meat heavy diet for health, etc, etc) can make it hard to listen to.
saraanord
Love the plant wisdom
I love the guests Amber sometimes has, and when she discusses ancestral practices and connections. The ending pregnancy at home episode was needed. However, don’t love her anti-vax views or her verrrry judgmental views on veganism…not really consistent to preach the importance of loving and taking care of the Earth meanwhile bashing a lifestyle which eradicates the trauma which the meat and dairy industry inflict upon our planet. Can’t be an herbalism without an Earth. Also, I find it confusing that she sees the sentience and spirit of plants but fails to see the issue with killing animals. So, cherry pick-but generally a good podcast.
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jiu jitsu witch
I Love Medicine Stories!
I could listen to Amber’s voice for hours and hours and hours. Thank you for sharing all of your beautiful wisdom with the world!
Carly Chassé
Just what I needed
I’m a relatively new listener but I began my journey with plants and their medicine two years ago. I’ve listened to a lot of podcasts, watched many YouTube videos, and read many books; but this podcast is the only one that has everything I’ve been searching for. I don’t mean that it has all the info, because no single resource does; I mean it’s the only one that calls to my spirit. I’ve found so much validation in the episodes I’ve listened to, and also so much to think on and challenge my own beliefs. I’m so thankful for the work being done here and I’m so excited to become a part of this community!
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cmpgnsprnva
My favorite podcast by a million miles
These stories are vast and varied and yet weave together into the most incredible tapestry that grows higher, wider, and deeper with every episode. I feel myself buzzing with joy and curiosity long after listening to every episode, and I’ve been introduced to SO many incredible teachers and seekers! When my friend recommended this podcast a little over a month ago, she included the disclaimer that it was a life changing podcast. I was sure I was in for a treat, but WOW was she right. My life has shifted in so many beautiful and meaningful ways since I started listening. I feel more hopeful, connected, and grounded than I’ve felt in a decade. Many many thanks to Amber for creating this truly life changing podcast. I’m coming home to myself, my true self, in blazing color, wrapped in Amber’s soothing and captivating voice. Her patreon is amazing too!
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CBREEZE311
Spiritual Audio Nourishment
Listening to Amber and her guests have given me such a sense of community and belonging. The serendipity I feel in the experience of listening and how it directly speaks to exactly what I needed to hear, or gives meaning to what I have feeling or experiencing has been PROFOUND. I have found my people! Thank you for your honesty, vulnerability, and love that goes into this podcast. It has truly been my lifeline since I have found this in 2020.
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JJD of 415
Mahalo Nui Seastar!
My new favorite podcast! As a practicing midwife and an herbalist of 30 years this podcast resonates deeply. Much love 🪷
KAVITA LOVES BABY MONKEY!
Binge Worthy!
Amber, thank you for all that you give through this podcast. I’m learning so much. I’m inspired by the conversations that you’re having. Thank you for being so real and honest and vulnerable. This is good medicine.
Shinay Tredeau
Consistently mind-blowing
So grateful for all the information I’ve discovered here. Medicine Stories stays on the edge. Thank you!
princessofthepea
Episode 38
Lyla June- what a beautiful wise young soul that touched my heart very deeply by her courageous vulnerability, thoughtful approach to forgiveness and the ancestors and clear path of love and light. Thank you Amber for having her on your podcast and thank you for your bright light and truly special podcast. I’m an elder with three grown sons (all who attended a Waldorf school) who has loved and worked with plants her whole life. I just love your generation and feel true hope for the future when I see your good work in the world. Be blessed and continue to be a blessing in kind. Humbly, Becky♥️🌿
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Of Mycelium and Memory
Paradigm shifting
Every morning when I go on a walk with my baby I listen to this podcast, and without fail, every episode has been exactly what I needed to hear at that time! I’ve been introduced to paradigm shifting knowledge, from unschooling to leaving to veganism, to sunning my yoni and cutting out seed oils. So much vital information, I can’t stop telling people in my life about this show! Thank you for all the work you do to put on this show Amber, it’s so important 💜
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calicox97
Powerful and much needed information
Thank you for this Holistic approach to healing this essence of womanhood. Loved cervix wellness interview.
hikerlaura
Wonderful
Amber has so much knowledge from many years in the path of herbalism and personal healing. She is so generous in sharing and her podcast is a gift to the world. Thank you for your work beautiful radiant woman
dana luna
Resonance + Reverence
Amber offers a beautiful window into her reality as a human of this world with the support of our Earth as a guide. I have found wisdom for me within all the guests as they share their stories. I find the conversations to be incredibly real, weaving the complexity of day to day life with the magic that is present to each of our individual journeys. Thank you Amber for being honest about life and sharing your evolving perspectives of what is alignment for you. We are all ever-growing creatures of curiosity, experiencing our truths transform as we navigate this Earth journey. Grateful to have a space to listen in with others as we all do our best to walk this path. Beaming honeycombs of love and gratitude, waterfalls of appreciation, and a warm embrace your way 🌬💞
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missmysstic
LOVE!!
I can speak from experience when I say that both the Medicine Stories podcast and the entire Mythic Medicine line are crafted with the utmost care and reverence. I worked for Amber and Owen for a little over a year and it was a blessing to be able to work in their garden and in their home. I was always around them and their family and I witnessed first hand how hard Amber works day in and day out on her business. Both Amber and Owen are intentional in every way of being, whether it be the way they run their business to the way they manage their homestead. I cherish the time I spent with them and I am grateful to now call them my dear friends. I value the information and the guests Amber so thoughtfully has on this podcast. Amber is a beautiful mother, wife, businesswoman, friend and teacher. Amber is a HUGE inspiration to me and I deeply value her work!
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HazellRainn
Episode 46
Just listened to 46 and it was so eye opening. It wasn’t new knowledge being share but old. Reminding us of things that we know in our bones. I loved this episode so much. Sending loves to all those who are healing from sexual trauma 💛
kat.niicolee
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