{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Life & Times of Mason Hutchison with Special Host Rosalee de la For\u00eat","description":"In this special episode of The Herbalist Hour, Rosalee de la For\u00eat turns the tables on HerbRally founder and longtime host Mason Hutchison for a wide-ranging, heartfelt conversation about rebuilding, community, and the person behind the podcast. WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE What starts as a \u201ccomeback episode\u201d becomes something deeper: a reflection on major life transitions, self-care, friendship, fatherhood, herbal practice, and the many passions that make Mason who he is. Along the way, Rosalee guides the conversation while surprise video questions and messages from fellow herbalists appear throughout the episode.  Mason shares stories about nourishing herbal infusions, movement, movies, basketball, ping pong, and meaningful plant relationships \u2014 along with reflections on the herbal community that has shaped his life and work. This episode is funny, vulnerable, and full of heart \u2014 a reminder that herbalism is not just about plants, but about people, connection, and the communities that carry us through. A big thank you to the many herbalists and friends who took the time to record surprise video questions and messages for this episode. Your kind words and support truly meant a lot. I didn't cry at all. HerbRally has always been about connecting plant people, and this moment was a beautiful reminder of just how generous and supportive this community can be.  And of course, a heartfelt thank you to Rosalee de la For\u00eat for hosting this special episode and guiding the conversation with such care and thoughtfulness. TOPICS COVERED \u2022 The story behind HerbRally and Mason\u2019s role as a community connector \u2022 Life transitions, rebuilding after divorce, and moving back to Oregon \u2022 Cultivating relationships during times of change (Asia Dorsey\u2019s question) \u2022 Strength training and \u201cmovement snacks\u201d with Samantha Butts \u2022 Avoiding overwhelm and building habits one small step at a time \u2022 Nourishing herbal infusions and two decades of infusion practice \u2022 Plant relationships, including Pedicularis groenlandica (elephant\u2019s head) \u2022 Finding joy through basketball, movies, and ping pong \u2022 \u201cCompliments as medicine\u201d and learning to receive praise \u2022 Surprise video tributes from herbalists and friends \u2022 What\u2019s next for HerbRally, Folk Methodology, and upcoming projects LINKS & RESOURCES HerbRally | https:\/\/herbrally.com Rosalee de la For\u00eat | http:\/\/www.herbswithrosalee.com Folk Methodology | https:\/\/folkmethodology.com Herb Mentor Radio (LearningHerbs) | https:\/\/learningherbs.com Columbines School of Botanical Studies | https:\/\/botanicalstudies.net Asia Dorsey | http:\/\/www.bonesbugsandbotany.com\/ Petty Herbalist Podcast | https:\/\/www.pettyherbalist.com Jess Starwood | https:\/\/jstarwood.com\/ BOOK: I Am The Land, These Are My People | https:\/\/amzn.to\/4lI1M7y  Samantha Butts | https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/samanthabutts_\/ Torin Frost | https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@torinfrostofficial  HerbRally Schoolhouse | https:\/\/herbrally.com\/schoolhouse  \u26a0\ufe0f DISCLAIMER 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. ","author_name":"HerbRally","author_url":"http:\/\/www.herbrally.com\/","html":"