A hearth-centred podcast exploring herbalism, folk magic, astrology and seasonal rhythms through a grounded, practical lens.
Hosted by clinically trained naturopath and folk herbalist Hannah Forest, each episode offers soulful conversation and earth-honouring wisdom to help you work with plants, ritual and daily rhythms to cultivate a meaningful, connected life.
Rooted in plants, rhythm, and ritual.
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Old Ways for the New Age is a place where traditional wisdom meets modern life.
Across solo episodes and heartfelt conversations with guests, we explore topics such as herbal medicine, seasonal living, ritual practice, astrology, and the subtle ways we can bring more intention into our everyday lives.
This podcast is rooted in the belief that healing and connection don’t have to be complicated. Through simple practices, plant allies, and a return to natural rhythms, we can create lives that feel more grounded, supported, and meaningful.
Whether you’re just beginning your journey or deepening an existing path, you’re warmly welcomed here.
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This podcast began in 2022 under the care of my friend Kristy of Meadowsweet Farmhouse. When I stepped into the role of host, it felt like a natural continuation of the path I was already walking — one devoted to plants, people, and the quiet magic of everyday life.
Now in its fifth season, Old Ways for the New Age has grown into a space for shared learning, storytelling, and reconnection. It is both a continuation of what came before and an evolution into something new, shaped by my own practice as a herbalist, naturopath, writer, and mother.
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Here on the Old Ways podcast, you’ll find:
• Herbal wisdom and practical plant medicine
• Seasonal guidance aligned with the Wheel of the Year
• Astrology and cosmic rhythms you can actually work with
• Rituals and practices for home, hearth, and daily life
• Conversations with herbalists, witches, and teachers
• Gentle encouragement to trust your own intuition and rhythm
Where to listen
You can listen to Old Ways for the New Age on all major podcast platforms.
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Stay Connected
If you’d like to go deeper, you can also find me on Substack where I share seasonal writing, herbal wisdom, and reflections from my own practice.
Guest Submissions
If you would like to apply to be a guest on the Old Ways podcast, please fill out the form below and I’ll get back to you soon. Alternatively, you can email oldwaysnewagepod@gmail.com.
I consider guests whose topics are rooted in our core pillars of herbal medicine, witchcraft, earth-based spirituality, and slow, seasonal living.
Please note: I do not consider guests who promote network marketing products. I prefer to have some connection with my guests, whether that’s an online or in-person relationship, a mutual connection, or interaction on social media. If we don’t have an existing connection, I’m open to hearing what you’d like to share with our community anyway!