What is a modern sacrifice? A modern offering to the Gods? A modern act of devotion can look different for every practitioner and God alike, but even then it's different for every spirit. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Astrology Forecast by Adriana Morales: https://twitter.com/AdriMCasique Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA Join my Facebook Group! ht...
Aug 31, 2021•40 min•Ep. 111
Fire Lyte is the author of a brand new book, The Dabbler's Guide to Witchcraft, and a long-time podcaster and host of the show Inciting a Riot. I had the pleasure of sitting down and speaking with him about the inspiration behind his new book, the importance of intersectional science in magical spaces, and even mention of that time the Internet erupted over a piece of malachite. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATn...
Aug 28, 2021•55 min•Ep. 110
Sun Among Stars is a wonderfully written devotional to Brigid written by Mael Brigde. It isn't out just yet, but I had the pleasure of speaking with Mael about her book and Brigid in her life. This week, listen to our chat about the inspiration behind Mael's book, how she came to know Brigid, and some of her most beloved stories of Brighid, both Goddess and Saint. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay...
Aug 14, 2021•50 min•Ep. 109
So, gatekeeping and cancel culture...two heavy topics that are talked about in the wider occult community fairly often. As with most broad topics like this, I’m mainly going to focus on witchcraft and polytheism because that’s what I have experience with. However, these topics can generally be applied to almost any other community even outside the occult. I also need you to understand that these two concepts are heavily nuanced, like most things, and I won’t be able to cover all the nuance in ju...
Jul 31, 2021•28 min•Ep. 108
This concept of wintering was introduced to me through Katherine's book. Having thoroughly enjoyed it myself, I thought it would be wonderful to bring it to you, as well! Although not specifically witchy or polytheistic, I feel like we can all benefit from wintering every now and then. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing "Katherine May is a writer of both fiction and nonfic...
Jul 17, 2021•40 min•Ep. 107
I am so excited to bring this interview to you today! I had the pleasure of speaking with Jonathan and Shahmaran, two board members of a new magical non-profit organization. From their website - "Between the Veils is a non-profit organization that aims to provide community, education, and safe space for magical, indigenous, and diasporic practitioners of all paths." If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46...
Jul 03, 2021•33 min•Ep. 106
As patrons have requested, this month I explored the need for occult community, some different reasons why community is important, and some red flags to watch for. Communities are an integral part of growing our practices whether we realize it or not. When we're part of a community, we are shown new perspectives, we learn new things, and we even make friends. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5mo...
Jun 30, 2021•45 min•Ep. 105
I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with J. Allen Cross, author of a brand new book titled American Brujeria: Modern Mexican American Folk Magic. Today, we talked about his book, the inspiration behind it, who it's for and who can benefit from it, and a few things in between! If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Find J. Allen Cross Online! Instagram: https://www.inst...
Jun 05, 2021•50 min•Ep. 104
Growing spiritually is a journey that is subjective to each individual person. It's going to look different for everyone and the goals are different, too. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Farmer's Almanac: https://www.almanac.com/content/first-day-summer-summer-solstice Fixed Star, Sign & Constellation Magic by Christopher Warnock: https://bit.ly/3yhFm3V Dictionary.c...
May 31, 2021•32 min•Ep. 103
I know I took a break for a bit but I have an announcement! I'm bringing the podcast back, but it's gonna have some changes. Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/gnN7bRB Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/ 💕 Find me Online!💕 Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/roundthecauldron Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/round_the_cauldron Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/rounthecauldron Patreon: http://patreon.com/roundthecauldron Website: https://www.roundthec...
Apr 02, 2021•3 min
Announcement: I will be taking a break from the podcast for at least two months (March and April 2021) and possibly longer. What do you think of when you hear the term “love spell”? Do you imagine a witch sitting in their room, writing down the traits they desire in a partner? Do you picture the scene from Practical Magic where little Sally Owens creates a love spell called Amas Veritas, dreaming up a man that doesn’t exist, so she’ll never die of a broken heart? Do you think of love potions and...
Feb 22, 2021•12 min•Ep. 102
What's it like pagan parenting? As a practicing witch and pagan, I am often asked how I maintain my practice with kids. Do I include my daughter? Does she stay out of it? Her father and I discussed this when I was pregnant, and even though I am pagan, my parenting isn't necessarily "pagan". So, how do I navigate parenting while pagan and practicing witchcraft? And what do I teach my daughter? Find out! This episode is in collaboration with Bex at The Witches Cookery! Check out her channel, too! ...
Feb 15, 2021•34 min•Ep. 101
Sitting down to chat with M.A. Phillips was like chatting with an old friend! If you follow me anywhere on social media, you'll know that I am in love with her book series. Today, we talked about the inspiration behind her book, how her path influences her writing, and being a modern Druid writing about a modern Druid! "M. A. Phillips is a writer and fabric artist in Northern NY. She lives with her husband, daughter, and three lazy cats. She fell in love with writing and sewing at a young age th...
Feb 08, 2021•37 min•Ep. 100
Valentine's Day is hugely popular in the states and, whether you like it or not, romance is everywhere you turn. But where did Valentine's day come from? And if you don't celebrate it, how can you take advantage of the love in the air? Lupercalia (Wikipedia) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lupercalia Valentine's Day (Britannica) https://www.britannica.com/topic/Valentines-Day History of Valentine's Day (UNLV) https://www.unlv.edu/news/release/hidden-history-valentines-day Origins of Valentine's Da...
Feb 01, 2021•15 min•Ep. 99
Did you know that there is a place for witchcraft within Christianity? There is an entire community of Christian witches out there and they have one foot in each path. Sometimes it can be ostracizing to be an "outsider" in both areas of your practice, but today, I sit down with Asacia and Kat as we discuss their personal path in Christian witchcraft. There is a particular article and study that I was looking for to reference this, but I CANNOT find it, so here's a different one instead. Homosexu...
Jan 25, 2021•50 min•Ep. 98
Give a warm welcome to Chris from the YouTube channel Blood, Sweat, and Steel! Truck driver by day and blacksmith by choice, we chat about how he met Brighid, how he honors Her, and how She plays a role in his life. Got something you want to talk about on the show? Click here and let me know! Follow Chris online! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU6TTTvQ79qlxxGJ9PB79-g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byhammerandbyanvil/ Mythos, Stories, and Resources of Brighid https://mythicalirel...
Jan 18, 2021•52 min•Ep. 97
There's a new year and it is time to set our spiritual goals for 2021! I'd love to hear how you set your goals and if you have any goals for 2021 that you'd like to share! S.M.A.R.T. Goal Method: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/smart-goals Setting goals for your spiritual practice are extremely important, in my opinion, for good spiritual growth. These goals can be for witchcraft, paganism, or any other sort of spiritual practice. Setting spiritual goals is a good way to ...
Jan 11, 2021•20 min•Ep. 96
As human beings, we are all looking for our life purpose. We are all looking for answers to questions like... 💕 What's my purpose? 💕 Why am I here? 💕 What's the meaning of life? 💕 Do we live for a reason? But can those questions be answered? 💕 Astrology for Life Purpose: https://blog.sivanaspirit.com/mf-gn-life-purpose-astrology/ https://askastrology.com/use-astrology-to-find-purpose/ 💕 Enter the Giveaway: https://forms.gle/k5tHfMFBSKyHB5VdA 💕 Shadowscapes Deck: https://www.shadowscapes.c...
Dec 28, 2020•25 min•Ep. 95
Signs and omens are commonly talked about in witchcraft and pagan communities, but is it really a sign? Is it really an omen? Or is it just a mundane occurrence? Enter the giveaway! https://forms.gle/7E4KcyypPBVe6fdL7 Numerology Links Horoscope.com Numerology.com Cafe Astrology I don't know if this is an unpopular opinion, but I think 9 times out of 10, that animal crossing your path is random. Those numbers may just be random. I think we're too quick to call random occurrences signs just becaus...
Dec 14, 2020•35 min•Ep. 94
Are deities dangerous to work with? The answer is simple but often not one that a lot of people want to hear. Note: The background noise in this episode gets weird at the end so I hope it isn't too hard to understand. 💕 The topic is inspired by this video: https://youtu.be/eA8yRoC5jfs 💕 Rosemary by the Bucketful: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbOxhL6koLDAR-FczAW_Heg 💕 Althaea Sebastiani: https://www.ladyalthaea.com Enter the Giveaway! https://forms.gle/DzEvpMNj99AT93EX8 💕 Zeus Falls in Lo...
Dec 07, 2020•24 min•Ep. 93
Warding is a basic form of protection magick. There are many different kinds of wards and many different ways you can cast them. Here are my thoughts and advice! For more information on warding, I highly recommend you check out By Rust of Nail & Prick of Thorn: The Theory & Practice of Effective Home Warding: https://www.amazon.com/Rust-Nail-Prick-Thorn-Effective-ebook/dp/B075M9ZNG4 Also, enter the giveaway for hitting 1k subscribers! Click the link below💕 https://forms.gle/9gLCUJb4iPf6...
Nov 30, 2020•23 min•Ep. 92
As an eclectic witch, I find that most "common" correspondences don't necessarily fit the way I practice witchcraft and the things I believe. If you're an eclectic witch, many of your correspondences can be personalized and made to fit your practice. 💕 Elements in Witchcraft Video: https://youtu.be/OuqWI7qfgKw 💕 Elements in Witchcraft Podcast: https://www.roundthecauldron.com/2020/11/16/episode-90-witchcraft-in-pop-culture-favorites-and-thoughts/ 💕 Witchipedia: https://witchipedia.com/book-of...
Nov 23, 2020•26 min•Ep. 91
Witches are often portrayed in pop culture as evil, demonic, or ugly. I asked on Instagram who your favorite (and least favorite) pop culture witches were and the results were...expected. Let's find out what you said as well as my thoughts on how witches are portrayed in the media. James Feeney: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPWQ2dYUfhy36KrOH2i0LmQ The Witches Cookery: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyXvjYln49ZTxZ2qh8PWxWg Pagan Perspectives Video: https://youtu.be/1MPlaE1Xh_4 River Magic o...
Nov 16, 2020•29 min•Ep. 90
Elements in witchcraft are fairly common amongst research material for new and not-so-new witches. Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Spirit are the five "traditional" elements in witchcraft and they have common correspondences. So, what are they? And what are my thoughts? The Craft by Dorothy Morrison* https://amzn.to/38ixeW5 Utterly Wicked by Dorothy Morrison* https://amzn.to/3p7OzXE Seasons of Wicca by Ambrosia Hawthorn* https://amzn.to/36bN81N Seasons of Wicca Book Review https://youtu.be/akSb0O52...
Nov 09, 2020•26 min•Ep. 89
This is a question that comes up a lot for new seekers -- how to be a witch! We often tell new seekers to read, read, and read some more, but there is more to it than that. 💕 Psychic Witch by Mat Auryn (pg.58 for that exercise!)* -- https://amzn.to/3e7Rhr4 💕 The Importance of Journaling -- https://www.roundthecauldron.com/2020/10/14/journaling-benefits-both-magickal-and-mundane/ 💕 Paganism for Beginners by Althaea Sebastiani* -- https://amzn.to/3kHSIz3 💕 Paganism for Beginners Book Review --...
Nov 02, 2020•32 min•Ep. 100
Samhain is a time of new beginnings in my path as an Irish pagan for many reasons. Working in darkness can be daunting for some people, but darkness is a necessary part of growth. Celtic Calendar Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Celtic_calendar (has good sources used as a reference) Lora O'Brien, Samhain in Ireland: https://loraobrien.ie/samhain-in-ireland/ Dumb Supper Stories: https://blindpigandtheacorn.com/the-tradition-of-the-dumb-supper/ Hop-Tu-Naa, A Festival in the Isle of Man: https:/...
Oct 26, 2020•25 min•Ep. 87
Welcome back! This week, I want to discuss protection magick and go over some tips, tricks, and basics to help you get started with your protection magick. Want to help decide what we talk about? Join me on Patreon! It is my belief that as a witch, protection magick should be some of the first types of magick you master - or at least get comfortable with - before moving on to anything else. Protection magick includes charms, shields, wards, and so much more. Do you have a favorite method of prot...
Oct 19, 2020•39 min•Ep. 86
The Law of Attraction is a hot topic in the New Age and witchcraft community. Sit down for a spell as I chat with Sebastian Soul, host of the Affirmation to Manifestation podcast, as we discuss his life, how he found The Law of Attraction, and what it means to him. Things Mentioned Affirmation to Manifestation Podcast: https://www.affirmationtomanifestation.com/ Dr. Joe Dispenza: https://drjoedispenza.com/ Abraham Hicks: https://www.abraham-hicks.com/ Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/g...
Oct 12, 2020•49 min•Ep. 85
Welcome back! This week, I want to discuss a few methods you can use to develop relationships with deity. Want to help decide what we talk about? Join me on Patreon! As a polytheist witch, connecting with the deities I honor and worship are extremely important to me. If it is something you've never done, though, developing a relationship with deity can be difficult and overwhelming. It doesn't have to be, though, and I want to share some tips I have for you if you're looking to connect with and ...
Oct 05, 2020•25 min•Ep. 84
Get episode transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing A broom closet witch is someone that has to practice their witchcraft in secret, for one reason or another. So, are you a broom closet witch? If so, what can you do? Want to help decide what we talk about? Join me on Patreon! Being a witch in the broom closet can be a challenge, but there's no need for you to completely disregard your practice. There are several things you can do to...
Sep 21, 2020•34 min•Ep. 83
