Gifts of the Wyrd – Détails, épisodes et analyse

With the upcoming Winter Solstice and Yule season in the Northern Hemisphere, Imelda Almqvist joins me to talk about her upcoming webinars about Vrouw Holle (Frau Holle) and St. Nicholas (Sinterklaas in the Netherlands). 

We talk a little about who Vrouw Holle and Sinterklaas are and the interesting connections they have as soul conductors (psycho pomps) especially for children.  In this discussion, get a nice introduction to them both and our experiences growing up with Vrouw Holle and Sinterklaas as part of our Dutch heritage. 

It's an intersting discussion with more to come in the webinars.  Sign up for the webinars below.

North Sea Water - Vrouw Holle .  Nov 21, 8 pm GMT

North Sea Water - Sinterklaas. Dec 5, 8 pm GMT

Imelda is an international teacher of Sacred Art and Seiðr/Old Norse Traditions, a painter and author of nine books. She currently teaches in the UK, the US, Sweden and Greenland. https://www.shaman-healer-painter.co.uk/

Follow Imelda on Facebook, Instagram @almqvistimelda, and sign up for her Substack which shares interesting articles at least once per week.  Check out Imelda's teaching schedule and books on her website (above) and pick up North Sea Water in my Veins, The Pre-Christian Spirituality of The Low Countries. 

 

 

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Siri Vincent Plouff joins the podcast to talk about a favorite subject, runes. Their book, Queering the Runes, was just released in November 2024 and we talk about the book, dispel notions that runes are not for everyone (they are!), how they can relate from a queer perspective, and just about runes in general. 

The book is an excellent way to introduce yourself to the runes with a fresh look at how they interact with people today.  Or if you are used to working with runes, have a look at them with a new lens and see how they might teach something new or different.  

Siri has been a practicing with for nearly 20 years and reading tarot and runes professionally for six. They host The Heathen's Journey podcast, teaches workshops, and is coauthor of Lessons from the Empress with Cassandra Snow. 

Order Queering the Runes at your favorite bookshop, directly from Red Wheel/Weiser, or online book seller. 

You can find Siri on Instagram: @siri.vincent.plouff and Patreon: @sirivincentplouff

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What If the Norse went aviking to the stars?

Ever wonder what the future might be like if Christianity hadn't taken hold of the Nordic lands? If Norse mythology continued in practice and the Norse ruled the sea - and the stars?   Now, you can live those adventures in a new role playing game set in the Vikingverse.  When the Wolf Comes is a complete tabletop role playing game with everything you need to create and play characters, form warbands in pursuit of fame and plunder, and tell sci-fi sagas with your friends.     Vikingverse creator Ian Stuart Sharpe joins me to talk about the tabletop role playing game, characters, and the process.     Order the game, books, and comics at www.vikingverse.com Follow Ian and the Vikingverse on Facebook, X, and Instagram at: @vikingverse   * * *

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A last minute idea for the holiday season, my friend Jenna Ball and I talk about Holiday (Christmas/Yuletide) themed decks for the season.  This is a totally last minute, unscripted, and loosely planned discussion about the tarot, oracle, and lenormand decks in our collections. And also a holiday rune set! 

Have a listen and we hope we inspire you to find new decks to enjoy in the season. 

Decks we talked about: 

The Christmas Oracle, by John Hijatt and Vinnora, available on Etsy

Yuletide Monsters Oracle by Madame Onca (She joined me on episode 70); available on Etsy

Yuletide Tarot by Kristoffer Hughes and Erin O'Leary Brown by Llewellyn (listen to episode 72 for interview with Kristoffer)

The Nightmare Before Christmas Tarot by Insight Editions

The Seasons Of the Witch Yule Oracle by Rockpool

The Yuletide Lenormand by Kendra Hurteau and Katrina Hill; available on gamecrafter.com

The Winter Waite Tarot by Tarot Collectibles

X'Mas Elf Red or Green by Deckstiny

Hello Winter by Midnight Oracle (apparently not in print)

Book: The Fright Before Christmas by Jeff Belanger

China plate runes by Forge of the Phoenix

 

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As the 2023 holiday season is moving into full swing, I am joined by the joyful and delightful Kristoffer Hughes, certainly a helper of Father Christmas himself.  We talk about the beautiful Yuletide/Midwinter Tarot he created with the gorgeous artwork of Erin O'Leary Brown. 

This delighful and festive deck is sure to reach through the divinatory veil and bring forth messages of great meaning.  The deck includes images from folklore of Europe and a fully illustrated minor arcana adapting the Rider-Waite-Smith style to fit the wintery theme. 

With figures like the Mari Lwyd, Saint Nicholas, Krampus, the Ghost of Christmas yet to be, Father Christmas, and more, you are sure to experience a Yuletide inspiration to remember with your readings during the season and year round. 

 

Kristoffer explains his own experiences and inspirations that went in to crafting this tarot deck and we expand on a few of our favorite characters of the season.  Join us for a truly enjoyable chat. 

Follow Kristoffer on Facebook: @kristoffer.hughes and Instagram: @kristofferdruid and follow Llewllyn Books. You can get the deck from Llewellyn directly or from your favorite bookshop or seller. 

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Altar pieces bearing the images of the gods and goddesses we work with have been a part of worship and ritual pracites for thousands of years.  There are many ways to get a god post for your ritual experience which have value and meaning to your practice. 

My guest this episode is Chris, aka Gungnir Godposts, who for the last decade has been carving god images out of wood.  Listen in as he talks about his journey with the gods and his techniques and conenctions when carving these unique pieces of the gods. 

Chris and I had a great chat and I'm excited to finally get him on the podcast.   

Follow Gungnir Godposts and support his work at Patreon, search Gungnir Godposts. 

Also on Facebook - Gugnir Godposts and Instagram: @gungnir_godposts

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“Do you like the wild beast-man Krampus? Do you like the giant Yule Cat of Iceland?  The deep of midwinter invites you to settle down by the fire with a seasonal beverage and this darkly folky oracle deck.”

Then do we have an oracle deck for you! The Yultide Monsters Oracle by Madame Onca O'Leary.

Joining me on this episode is the amazing and superbly talented Madame Onca.  Madame Onca is an artist, writer, and entertainer. She is co-author of the World Spirit Tarot (a RWS-style deck with a focus on inclusivity and empowerment), the Yuletide Monsters Advent Calendar, and other products associated with the world of Krampus. 

For the winter season this year, Madame Onca has created the Yuletide Monsters Oracle for Yule-tide/Krampus season. It is currently a Kickstarter project (open until Oct 22, 2023) which is FULLY funded and ready to print.  After Oct. 22, the deck can be ordered at Madame Onca Studios on Etsy.

Find out a lot of background about the characters, how the deck works, how the art was created, and more.  An interesting discussion about a really cool deck. 

Find Madame Onca on Facebook and Instagram: @madamonca

Website: https://theworldspirittarot.com/

For information on the Folly Cove Designers, internet search the term. Here are a couple of starting points: Cape Ann Historical Museum and Virginia Lee Burton the Film

 

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Irisanya Moon joins me this episode to talk about her latest book in the Pagan Portals series from Moon Books - The Norns: Weavers of Fate and Magick. 

We talk about the most well known of the Norns - Urd, Verdandi, and Skuld, and talk about how we can work with them to connect with the threads of our web of Wyrd. 

There isn't much material out about working with the Norns, and this book is a great starting point for a beginner and also a great resource for those who are familiar with the Norns to help invigorate or take a fresh approach to working with them. 

Get the book through your books store, from Moon Books (Collective Ink) , or from your preferred online seller. 

Follow Irisanya at Instagram: @irisanya.moon or Facebook: @irisanyamoon

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Outgoing: Voluspa 57-59 ("the Norns") by Tonya Threet

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Author Christine Ashworth joins the episode to talk about her upcoming book: Scott Cunningham, The Path Taken from Weiser Books.  Cunningham's pioneering books on Wicca, herbs, magic, and other metaphysical topics opened the doors for many to step onto the path of Wicca and paganism. 

His books are still in print and are a beloved starting point for many who seek to enter a practical magical life. Scott passed in 1993 and not much is known about the man behind the many books.  With this book, Christine, his younger sister, pulls back the curtain a bit to show the loving family of the man behind the books that are still influenctial 30 years after his death. 

Order the book now from your local bookstore or online seller.  The book is due in early September, 2023. 

Check out Christine's socials for an online book launch: 

Facebook: @christineashworthauthor  Instagram: @ashworthchristine

Red Wheel Weiser: https://redwheelweiser.com/

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Chris Allaun is back to talk about his latest release, The Black Book of Johnathan Knotbristle: A Devil's Parable and Guide for Witches from Crossed Crow Books. 

We talk about Chris' process for writing the book and a bit about the journey of Johnathan Knotbristle who meets the Devil after a series of family tragedies.  The book is about how he navigates the worlds of fairy, magic, and his community after meeting the mysterious stranger.

It's a fun and interesting book which will capture your interest and is one to have on your book shelf to share with the family and friends.  

 

You can find Chris on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. Order this and other great books from Crossed Crow Books.

 

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