Today I'm joined by author Coby Michael to chat about poison plants and their potential use within your witchcraft practice. Examining the art and science of working with noxious and malefic plants and fungi, Coby Michael discusses the occult properties of poison and how poison plants can be used in spell work and other magical operations. He looks at the plants of Fate and the divination practices they support, love magic with poison plants, shadow work, the devil’s garden, and the use of night...
Dec 04, 2024•36 min•Season 5Ep. 248
All about the energies and magic of December plus a few December holidays to highlight. Correspondences: Crystals: turquoise, onyx, bloodstone, blue topaz Animals: elk, horse, stag, reindeer Flowers: Narcissis Deities: Jupiter, Artemis, Rhiannon, Thor The sun is in Sagittarius until December 22. Sagittarius is a mutable fire sign. Moon Phases December 1: new moon in Sagittarius December 8: second quarter moon in Pisces December 15: full moon in Gemini December 22: fourth quarter moon in Libra De...
Nov 27, 2024•22 min•Season 5Ep. 227
I'm joined today by Siri Vincent Pluoff to chat about their newest book, Queering the Runes. Queering the Runes by Siri Vincent Pluoff is a love letter to the runes, the gods, and the people who follow the Nordic path. The author presents an alternative approach to the runes, one that creates a gentle container for those who want to follow this heathen path. Pluoff presents the traditional meanings of the runes, then helps the reader to queer the runes in their own way. Included is the lore asso...
Nov 20, 2024•37 min•Season 5Ep. 233
Tap into the divine wisdom of horses for guidance and self-transformation as I'm joined today by oracle deck author Sandra Wallin. Allowing you to tap into the earthly and spiritual wisdom of horses, this oracle embraces humanity’s millennia-old relationship with horses as interactive guides to transformation. Each beautifully illustrated card conveys the captivating presence of the horse, offering an encounter with the equine soul while transmitting healing frequencies directly from the mystica...
Nov 13, 2024•35 min•Season 5Ep. 245
Today I'm chatting with Casey Zabala about the anthology A Confluence of Witches. A Confluence of Witches aims to highlight how witchcraft has always been a diverse, constantly evolving, culturally specific practice with many lineages and rich traditions. It features essays, spells, and reflections from witches, traditional healers, herbalists, and artists on themes of magical activism, animism, and merging ancient practices with modern technologies, among other mystical subjects. The diverse re...
Nov 06, 2024•38 min•Season 5Ep. 244
All about the energies and magic of November plus a few November holidays to highlight. Correspondences: Crystals: citrine, cat’s eye, topaz Animals: snake, eel, goose, raccoon Flower: chrysanthemum Deities: Pluto, Anubis, Kali, Inanna The sun is in Scorpio until November 22. Scorpio is a fixed water sign. Moon Phases November 1: new moon in Scorpio November 9: second quarter moon in Aquarius November 15: full moon in Taurus November 22: fourth quarter moon in Virgo November Ancient Holidays: Th...
Oct 30, 2024•19 min•Season 5Ep. 243
I'm chatting today with Jezmina and Paulina about their new book, Secrets of Romani Fortune-Telling! In Secrets of Romani Fortune-Telling , Paulina Stevens and Jezmina Von Thiele share the knowledge and personal experiences of being raised to be fortune-tellers. They share divination methods, tools, and techniques that have been created, adapted, or popularized by the Roma, including card reading, palmistry, dream divination, and tea-leaf and coffee reading. They share exercises to strengthen yo...
Oct 23, 2024•37 min•Season 5Ep. 242
Today I'm joined by author Judika Illes to chat about her newest book (and all the other things she's contributed to the witchcraft community!) Let us know - who is your favorite cinematic witch? WITCHES: A COMPENDIUM is a concise compendium of witches through the ages, from earliest prehistory to some of the most significant modern practitioners, Witches explores who and what is a witch. Also included are an exploration of the sacred and the profane, the myths and misconceptions of witchcraft, ...
Oct 16, 2024•40 min•Season 5Ep. 241
Today I'm joined by author Kris Spisak to chat all about her newest (and fifth!) book, Becoming Baba Yaga. Becoming Baba Yaga ( https://redwheelweiser.com/book/becoming-baba-yaga-9781642970517/) is an in depth look at the Baba Yaga mythos and history through Slavic folklore. The book is filled with historical and cultural context and analyses, and is a comprehensive resource for anyone hoping to learn more about this ambiguous character and how her multifaceted presence still ripples through the...
Oct 09, 2024•38 min•Season 5Ep. 240
I'm joined today by author and witch Michelle Tea to chat about her newest book, Modern Magic. We talk all about growing up as a goth witch in the 80s, finding your own ritual groove in your practice, playfulness in witchcraft, and more! Find the Book: Modern Magic An enchanted sibling to the cult classic Modern Tarot , Modern Magic: Stories, Rituals, and Spells for Contemporary Witches , by professional tarot reader and feminist Icon, Michelle Tea provides a fascinating, magical history of sp...
Oct 02, 2024•36 min•Season 5Ep. 239
All about the energies and magic of October plus a few October holidays to highlight. Correspondences: Crystals: Opal, tourmaline Animals: bat, rat, crow, raven, dove Flower: calendula Deities: Athena, Hephaestus, Venus, Shiva, Cernunnos The sun is in Libra until October 23. Libra is a cardinal air sign. Moon Phases October 2: new moon in Libra October 10: second quarter moon in Capricorn October 17: full moon in Aries October 24: fourth quarter moon in Leo October Holidays: Winter Nights (Vetrn...
Sep 25, 2024•18 min•Season 5Ep. 238
Today I'm chatting with Dr. Cressida Stone about her book, The Secrets of Santa Muerte. I learned so much about this Mexican folk saint from the book but also just from this talk, so I know you will too! The Secrets of Santa Muerte is a practical handbook on how to connect with the mysterious Mexican folk saint. Drawing from authentic Mexican sources and traditions, it details secret, esoteric knowledge that will foster a deep connection with the Saint of Death. The book covers the fascinating h...
Sep 18, 2024•45 min•Season 5Ep. 237
Sara is back for the part 2 we promised! She answers some follow up questions about the energy of the sabbats and then we dive into the topic of including children in celebrating the natural cycles and teaching them the magic of the world around them. Find Sara: https://www.instagram.com/aranelsara/ https://www.facebook.com/sara.aranel.7
Sep 11, 2024•40 min•Season 5Ep. 236
It's such a joy to be joined today by author Amy Blackthorn! We're chatting about her history in witchcraft and her new book, Sacred Plant Magic. But I couldn't help myself, as an avid reader of all of Amy's books, to ask about some of her other works as well. You'll definitely learn a lot in this very fun episode. Buy the Book: https://redwheelweiser.com/book/blackthorns-book-of-sacred-plant-magic-9781578638307/ Renowned herbalist Amy Blackthorn shows readers how to bring plant spirits into t...
Sep 04, 2024•41 min•Season 5Ep. 235
All about the energies and magic of September plus a few September holidays to highlight. Correspondences: Crystals: sapphire, zircon, sardonyx Animals: bear, stag, fox Flowers: aster, morning glory Deites: Frigg, Hestia, Persephone, Odin The sun is in Virgo until September 22. Virgo is a mutable earth sign. Moon Phases September 2: new moon in Virgo September 11: second quarter moon in Sagittarius September 17: full moon in Pisces September 24: fourth quarter moon in Cancer Septemer Holidays: L...
Aug 28, 2024•18 min•Season 5Ep. 234
I'm joined today by Sara to chat all about Celtic holidays, including the Lughnasadh season, connecting with the seasons and energies of the Earth, trusting your intuition to find and forge your own path in your witchcraft and spiritual journey, and more! Be sure to leave your questions for part 2. Find Sara: https://www.instagram.com/aranelsara/ https://www.facebook.com/sara.aranel.7...
Aug 07, 2024•39 min•Season 5Ep. 233
All about the energies and magic of August plus a few August holidays to highlight. Zodiac Signs + Correspondences: Crystals: peridot, carnelian Animals: crow, owl, sturgeon Flowers: poppy, gladiolus Deities: Helios, Ra, Aekhmet, Amaterasu The sun is in Leo until August 22. Leo is a fixed fire sign. Lion's Gate Portal (8/8) Moon Phases August 4: new moon in Leo August 13: second quarter moon in Scorpio August 19: full moon in Aquarius August 26: fourth quarter moon in Gemini Ancient August Celeb...
Jul 31, 2024•19 min•Season 5Ep. 232
Today I'm chatting with musician, medium, and sound healer Laura Carbone. A renowned witchy artist who’s based in Berlin and spends time in LA, Laura's lush and ambitious double concept album, The Cycle, is filled with melodic folk and goth/rock influences, and explores the emotional turmoil, trials and challenges the album’s protagonist faces during the changing seasons of the year. She’s also toured the world with The Jesus & Mary Chain and Dennis Lyxzén of Refused and performed at festiva...
Jul 17, 2024•36 min•Season 5Ep. 231
Such a treat to have Tenae Stewart, the Witch of Lupine Hollow, back again to chat about her newest work, Botanical Cocktails! We get to chat all about life updates, creating a new book, herbalism, crafting cocktails, and more. Be sure to attend The Modern Green Witches Summit - July 10-11, 2024 - Herbology class is in session for the witchy at-home herbalists! Join us for two days of herbalism classes to celebrate the launch of the new book, Botanical Cocktails. Free to attend - replays availab...
Jul 10, 2024•36 min•Season 5Ep. 230
I'm joined today by debut author Rosalind Moody to chat about her book, The Spark: Sex, Love & Spirituality in a Toxic Dating World . She’s turned the chaotic quest of her twenties — to find love at any cost — into an empowering memoir-manual for women looking to securely anchor their self-worth amidst the turbulent storm of the modern dating scene. Find Rosalind: https://septemberpublishing.org/product/the-spark-hb/ https://www.instagram.com/rosalindmoody/?hl=en Meet Rosalind Moody, one...
Jul 03, 2024•35 min•Season 5Ep. 229
All about the energies and magic of July plus a few July holidays to highlight. Zodiac Signs + Correspondences: Crystals: turquoise, ruby Animals: dog, loon, woodpecker, salmon Flower: Larkspur, waterlily Deities: Demeter, Luna, Mercury, Danu, Parvati The sun is in Cancer until July 22. Cancer is a cardinal water sign. Moon Phases July 5: new moon in Cancer July 13: second quarter moon in Libra July 21: full moon in Capricorn July 29: fourth quarter moon in Taurus Ancient July Celebrations: Ludi...
Jun 26, 2024•15 min•Season 5Ep. 228
I'm joined today by author and herbalist Jane Barlow Christensen to chat about herbalism and using common plants in your healing journey. Simple Steps to Make Your Plants into Your Own Herbal Apothecary with full color pictures. Be Your Own Shaman by Jane Barlow Christensen and Brian Christensen features 101 plants with healing properties. The plants can be found worldwide, and many can be cultivated in your very own garden. Specific health conditions and their healing plants are included with p...
Jun 19, 2024•37 min•Season 5Ep. 227
I'm joined today by debut author Nathan King to chat about Awakening the Witch Blood. We chat all about the European folklore and mythology that relates to the practice of traditional witchcraft and how you can awaken your own Witchblood in your magical practice. Find Nathan: Nathan: https://www.instagram.com/Nathan_toilandtrouble Witch-Path Magick & Occult: https://www.instagram.com/witchpath_magick_and_occult_/ Book: https://www.crossedcrowbooks.com/shop-crossed-crow-books/p/awakeningthewi...
Jun 12, 2024•34 min•Season 5Ep. 226
Today I'm joined by Kamden Cornell to chat about their newest book: The Tameless Path: Unleashing the Power of Invasive Plants in Witchcraft. There's so much you can do with the "weeds" in your area, don't dismiss them! They're so useful in your witchcraft practice. We also chat about classes, sourcing items, making oils and potions, and more! Find Kamden: Website: Heart & Vine Apothecary Instagram: @heart_n_vine_apothecary Book: https://www.crossedcrowbooks.com/shop-crossed-crow-books/p/the...
Jun 05, 2024•35 min•Season 5Ep. 225
All about the energies and magic of June plus a few June holidays to highlight. Zodiac Signs + Correspondences: Crystals: pearl, chalcedony, alexandrite Animals: deer, eagle, fox Flower: rose Deities: Artemis, Cerridwen, Hermes, Odin The sun is in Gemini until June 20. Gemini is a mutable air sign. Moon Phases June 6: new moon in Gemini June 14: second quarter moon in Virgo June 21: full moon in Capricorn June 28: fourth quarter moon in Aries Ancient June Celebrations: Ludi Piscatorii (Fishing G...
May 29, 2024•20 min•Season 5Ep. 224
I'm chatting today with channeler and psychic teacher, Jenny Zakrzewski. We talk all about the clairs, psychic soul gifts, find your purpose, awakening your spiritual self in a grounded way, starseeds, daily practice, and more! Find Jenny: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@starseedacademyofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starseedacademy/...
May 22, 2024•39 min•Season 5Ep. 223
Today I'm joined by author and clinical psychologist David Shoemaker to chat about Thelema and his newest book, The Way of the Will. In THE WAY OF THE WILL, David Shoemaker explores how the spiritual discipline of Thelema, founded by Aleister Crowley (1875–1947), can be utilized to enhance your psychological and spiritual growth. The book grew out of the authors own teachings and experiences—podcast episodes, classes, and of course, many years of personal practice and supervision of other initia...
May 15, 2024•35 min•Season 5Ep. 222
I'm joined today by author and poet Amanda Lovelace to chat about their newest work, Make Your Own Magic. We have such a fun talk about beginner magic, re-finding yourself as an advanced practitioner, the importance of journaling and simple daily practices, and more! Find Amanda: Website: https://amandalovelace.com/ Instagram: @ladybookmad Threads: @ladybookmad Facebook: @poetessamandalovelace Tiktok: @ladybookmad Drawing from amanda’s years of practical experience, this interactive beginner’s g...
May 08, 2024•33 min•Season 5Ep. 221
All about the energies and magic of May plus a few May holidays to highlight. Zodiac Signs + Correspondences: Crystals: agate, emerald, carnelian Animals: beaver, cow, elk Flowers: lily of the valley Deities: Aphrodite, Dionysus, Gaia, Horus, Osiris The sun is in Taurus until May 20. Taurus is a fixed earth sign. Moon Phases May 1: fourth quarter moon in Aquarius May 7: new moon in Taurus May 23: full moon in Sagittarius May 30: fourth quarter moon in Pisces May 1: Beltane May 9: Lemuria May 12:...
May 01, 2024•18 min•Season 5Ep. 220
I'm joined today by author George Lizos to chat about the ancient Greek pantheon and the transition into modern day Greek mysticism. SECRETS OF GREEK MYSTICISM is the first spiritual book about the Greek gods and goddesses written by a native, practicing priest of Hellenic Polytheism. Rather than presenting the gods and goddesses as symbolic, lifeless figures, Secrets of Greek Mysticism teaches readers how to find each god or goddess within them. This is achieved by explaining the deeper spiritu...
Apr 24, 2024•36 min•Season 5Ep. 219
