Happy Pride, listeners! This Sunday Haven we look ahead to the coming Solstice. The team talks about their plans via a lens of simple/small vs big/complex magicks - and then spends some time planning an upcoming group Solstice celebration. We chat about ways to engage with the summer season - everything from basic craft to more complex ritual. Ash also shares about her in-depth look at rest via the work of author Tricia Hersey. Alyssa shares about her meditative walks, and Jay shares how importa...
Jun 04, 2024•47 min•Season 4Ep. 90
This week we are talking Water! We continue with the elements under the Sapling wheel turn - focusing on Water in it is liquid form and the basics of cleansing. We also touch on the differences between fire and water cleansing, banishing, and does charging moon water really have any impact? Find out that and more in this Sunday Haven recording. Connect with the Atomic Witchcraft Grove by joining us on FB, Discord, IG, or Patreon! Links at :https://linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft...
May 20, 2024•34 min•Season 4Ep. 89
This Sunday Haven, Ash and Alyssa are talking about the sun and solar witchcraft. From how to ride the tides of both daily and seasonal energy, to the differences in solar seasons and how the suns own star cycle plays a role - this haven is aflame with ways to connect to our most celestial of fire elements. Connect with the grove by joining us on FB, Discord, IG, or Patreon! Links at https://linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft
May 06, 2024•25 min•Season 4Ep. 88
This Sunday Haven we talk about two of the Air paths in the Sapling wheel turn: Music & Song , Word & Spell. We provide ways to incorporate these tools into your practice, more about the Bard Witch path, and the power of sound waves. Check out our Spotify Playlists mentioned in this episode: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7dcX4QHT13sj0P2TehdqPK?si=19787b18d0474900 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3bclaE5fYRExZUtkbR8j8R?si=b2b9b318065b4402...
Apr 23, 2024•47 min•Season 4Ep. 87
This Sunday Haven we talk about two of the Earth paths in the Sapling wheel turn: Trees and Nature Knowing. We provide ways to connect, talk about what not to do, and how to include these energies in spell work and a witchcraft practice. Join us for the NEXT Sunday Haven on 4/21.
Apr 08, 2024•38 min•Season 4Ep. 86
It's been a year since we leaned into our Witch's Wheel framework -- and we gather to chat about what's working, what we learned, what we want to do differently, and more! Join the Atomic Witchcraft team to learn ways to expand and hone your craft - whether you are just beginning or have been at it a while! Join us NEXT SUNDAY HAVEN 3/24 for a FREE Witch's Wheel Workshop - live on ZOOM.
Mar 12, 2024•38 min•Season 4Ep. 85
This Sunday Haven we get specific with attraction magick- from love and money to jobs and houses, the team offers up their favorite spells. We also talk about the science (and pseudo-science) of attraction magicks, how to make charms, and just a bit more! Join us at the hearth! Sunday Haven's are a FREE LIVE EVENT on zoom hosted bi-weekly. We are back Sunday 3/10 with our next haven. Check out linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft for the link! Hope to see you there.
Feb 19, 2024•49 min•Season 4Ep. 84
This Sunday Haven we focus on Attraction Magick, with a broad overview of this type of energy work, as well as specific tips and tricks! From attracting a new home, to a new job, or even a love spell -- Attraction Magick shows up in a variety of spell work. We also tackle questions like: "Whats the difference between Manifestation and Attraction?", "What do I do when it doesn't work", and more! Join us next Sunday Haven on February 18th for Part 2 - where we talk favorite attraction spells for h...
Feb 06, 2024•52 min•Season 4Ep. 83
Join us this week at the Atomic Hearth as we talk about House Spirits, trees, and magick in the mundane! As always, Sunday Havens are best enjoyed live so join us every other Sunday at the Atomic Hearth. Next one is February 4th at 10:30 am PST.
Jan 22, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 4Ep. 82
Welcome to 2024 and our new Sunday Haven format! While best enjoyed live, we hope our new format offers a more in-depth look at a wider breadth of practices and journeys. Join Ash, Alyssa, and Jay as we talk about everything from the new format, to whats inspiring the witch within, and what we are working on this New Moon to Full Moon. We also field some questions from the community. Join us every other Sunday at the Atomic Hearth. Next one is January 21st at 10:30 am PST....
Jan 08, 2024•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 81
Merry Solstice! Thank you all so much for an "atomic" year. Listen in to discover what's in store for 2024!
Dec 21, 2023•7 min
Tis the season of gifting -- so lets break it down to the atomic level and how the magick of giving is woven into our very being. Then, lets talk platinum vs golden rules, intent vs impact, and how learning your love language helps to craft gifts of all kinds. We wrap things up with how to weave some witchcraft into the gifts you give and the power of harnessing the energy of giving. Then, Join us for a podcast Candle Nights special on the Winter Solstice. We are back with more (free) LIVE Sunda...
Dec 11, 2023•37 min•Season 3Ep. 80
Let's talk Candle Nights - what is is? when is it? Explore how you might develop your own traditions as we update our seasonal celebration to a modern inclusive holiday that embraces individual needs and traditions. Then, Join us for a podcast Candle Nights special on the Winter Solstice. We are back with more (free) LIVE Sunday Havens in January, 2024!
Dec 11, 2023•22 min•Season 3Ep. 79
Tis' the Season - Holidays are upon us - and being a Witch can have you feeling a bit out of step - especially during the holiday time. In this episode, we return to the wisdom of Desiderata, where we explore what it means to hold ground or lean into self-preservation during this holiday season. Ash talks about inviting Witch to the family traditions - even as a curious guest -- and some simple ideas for how to escape when you need to. Alyssa shares great ways we can support our communities in n...
Nov 19, 2023•21 min•Season 3Ep. 78
Join us for an All Spirits special! Ash shares a walking the veil ritual and Alyssa challenges us to up our Halloween game with some environmental awareness. Join us for our next Sunday Haven, FREE and LIVE on Zoom! Sunday, November 12 at 10:30 am PST. Link is posted on our linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft at 10 am PST.
Oct 29, 2023•22 min
As the seasons shift towards darker days, we talk about the power and magicks of darkness through the lens of modern witchcraft. This transitional time is ripe with potent energy and the art of Divination. As we walk the liminal edge of the seasons, join us in exploring the magicks of darkness and divination! Join us for our next Sunday Haven, FREE and LIVE on Zoom! Sunday, Oct 29th 10:30 am PST. Link is posted on our linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft 30 minutes before!
Oct 28, 2023•21 min
Black Cats, Crows, and more - Join us for this hauntingly FAMILIAR topic as we look at magickal animal companions and kindred sprits through the lens of a modern witchcraft practice. Alyssa also shares ways we can be good stewards to our feathered, fuzzy, scaly, and crawly friends. This Sunday Have was recorded live -- and we hope you'll join the grove around the Atomic Hearth for our next Sunday Haven - Sunday, October 15th - when we talk darkness and divination!
Oct 15, 2023•19 min•Season 3Ep. 75
Happy Equinox! In this past Sunday Haven, we talk lunar tides and seasonal shifts as the equinox hits. Ash shares a line from Desiderata that has always held special meaning to deepening her practice and Alyssa talks about ways we can all help manage food waste through proper storage and preserving. Join us for our next Sunday Haven - LIVE - October 1st at 10:30 am PST. Zoom links posted to our link.tree, Patreon, and Facebook Listeners Group at 10 am the day of the event. As always, this gather...
Sep 26, 2023•20 min•Season 3Ep. 74
Join us for a recording of our September Sunday Haven on Brooms and crafting! The above recording captures the presentational segments of the Haven, but you will have to join us live to experience the community! We apologize for any audio inconsistencies as we work towards a better live recording model. These FREE Sunday Haven's are every other Sunday at 10:30 am PST and look to connect us as a community. Next up - Sunday Sept. 17! Join us virtually on zoom around the Atomic Hearth where we will...
Sep 11, 2023•17 min•Season 3Ep. 73
Check out this LIVE recording of our first Sunday Haven at the Atomic Hearth! With a similar format to the podcast, these live gatherings on zoom take things one step further - inviting you to participate and be a part of our witchy community. The above recording captures the presentational segments of the Haven, but you will have to join us live to experience the community! This past Haven, our community spent some time talking about rock & stone magick -- how to tap in, where to explore, a...
Aug 26, 2023•17 min•Season 3Ep. 72
This Welcoming Witch meditation compliments' the Witch's Wheel episode and workshop -- all of which help design a witchcraft path unique to you. While this meditation speaks of the spring equinox, it can be done at any point in the year as a way to re-align in your practice and refocus your energy. A reminder that your path can take on whatever pace and depth works for you. May this meditation brings a sense of renewal to practice. Don't forget - the workshop and the digital miro board are avail...
Jun 18, 2023•31 min•Season 3Ep. 71
While a bit belated, this episode is worth the wait! Delving even deeper into the magicks of the craft, this episode offers up a framework for how one might embrace the witch within and explore a practice that honors the seasons, the celestial, science, and magick - A Witch's Wheel. From Sapling to Fledgling, Ember to River, and finally Witch - this structure builds over time using a flexible groundwork from which to develop your own unique practice. Stay tuned to social media and Patreon for in...
Mar 22, 2023•43 min•Season 3Ep. 70
Let's talk about the "craft" in Witch-Craft. Join Ash, as she breaks down the visual from last week and explains how the elements and different types of magick have woven together to support this new era of her Witch journey. We also have a brew of new segments! Learn more about keeping a witch's compendium, sink into some science facts, explore different magickal tools, engage with recommended books and resources, and incorporate some sustainable living tips from Alyssa. Recommended this episod...
Feb 12, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 69
Pragmatic Pagan is now officially Atomic Witchcraft! Join us in this kick-off episode as we talk about my updated practice and introduce my new collaborators. Don't forget to follow/join us on social media or Patreon - we would love to be in community with you.
Jan 09, 2023•18 min•Season 3Ep. 68
After a long break, I am back to wrap up the Pragmatic Pagan podcast - before shifting to something a bit new. But don’t go anywhere! I will be back here with a new podcast name and more about what my updated practice looks like. Stay Tuned!
Jan 01, 2023•17 min•Season 2Ep. 67
This episodes shares my journey as I continue to decolonize my spirituality. Please engage with the resources found here: https://linktr.ee/PragmaticPagan This episode doesn’t have all the answers, but I hope it helps you to start asking important questions of your spiritual practice.
Apr 11, 2022•25 min•Season 2Ep. 66
This guided meditation focuses on building an energy shield with the involvement of the elements.
Feb 01, 2022•33 min•Season 2Ep. 65
Join me in this episode as I dig into what energy shielding is and how it might be useful for you. Follow this episode up with the guided meditation for a complete experience.
Feb 01, 2022•27 min•Season 2Ep. 64
Let’s talk the difference between a Coven and Solitary path and how you might get started in each. Check out the Patreon for a written breakdown of the content in this episode! Don’t forget to check out the Patreon for more resources! https://linktr.ee/PragmaticPagan
Nov 10, 2021•29 min•Season 2Ep. 63
Grounding meditations are an ancient practice that you can use to work with excess or unwanted energy. This episode gives you a brief overview and provides a guided Grounding meditation. Enjoy!
Oct 22, 2021•18 min•Season 2Ep. 62
