🌕 Episode #153: This Full Moon Focus dives deep into the topic of this lunar cycle, with Tarot 101: The Draw. We start with a little Witchcraft 101, walking through the seasonal celebrations of the witch’s year.

🎴From there we’ll dive into the journey of Ash’s Tarot 101, covering everything from selecting the deck, to storing, shuffling, drawing, and of course - the reading! We even share a little guided meditation for stepping into the cards for a deeper subconscious connection.

Resources & References:

• The Irish Pagan School

• “The Only Tarot Book You’ll Ever Need” by Skye Alexander and Mary Shannon

• “Tarot for the Hardwork” by Maria Minnis

• “A Little Bit of Tarot“ by Cassandra Eason

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🌕 This Full Moon Focus dives deep into Sigil Magick. First, we start with a little Witchcraft 101, laying a foundation of some witchcraft history, different types of magic, and some of the basic witch’s tools to know.

✨From there we’ll focus in on the work of Sigil Magick with Jay’s candid journey into the intersectional world of visual art and magick. We even share a little meditation to help you ignite those sparks of creation for your own sigil making!

**Audio Disclaimer: a ghost got in our wires and goofed up Alyssa’s audio for a bit of this one. :) We’ll be all set and back to normal for our next one!**

Resources & References:

• “Sigil Witchery” by Laura Tempest Zakroff

• “Visual Alchemy” by Laura Tempest Zakroff

• “How to Study Magic” by Sarah Lyons

• “A History of Magic, Witchcraft and the Occult” by DK Books

Past Podcast Episodes:

• #100 - Air Witchery | Way of Words

• #108 - Fire Witchery | Creator Craft

• #70 - A Witch’s Wheel

• #137 - Witch’s Wheel 2.0

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Hello again, listeners! Thank you for your patience while I took some time for myself. Join me for a quick hello and some podcast hearth keeping!

In this episode we interview Between the Veils Board members, Jonathan Quant and Nameless about the upcoming Between the Veils - The Prelude virtual con. You can find more information, including how to get tickets, at: betweentheveils.org

This episode covers pages 1 - 13, where STARHAWK and Hilary Valentine delve into the concepts of Talking Self, Younger Self, and Deep Self. Are you able to connect with all three? Pick up the book and join us. Would love to hear from readers on social media so find me on instagram, facebook, and patreon!

Book Club Bonus episodes will dive into different pagan and witchy authors. Each mini-episode will offer some thought, prompts, and practical advice. So grab your books and join us! Our first book is the “The Twelve Wild Swans” by STARHAWK and Hilary Valentine.

In this episode, we discuss the presence of a fifth element. Some say it is the soul, others the divine, others look to nature. Will you incorporate a fifth element into your practice? This episode also includes a mediation and energy practice to get your personal energy flowing.

With Earth, we continue to explore the origins of the elements and how to combine them into a holistic pagan witchcraft practice. Journal, meditation, and visualization exercises included!

This special Yuletide pop in offers way to honor the year- in gratitude and remembrance. Merry Yuletide and Blessed Solstice!

Apologies for the wait! In this Water episode, we continue to explore the origins of the elements and how to combine them into a holistic pagan witchcraft practice. Journal, meditation, and visualization exercises included!

As we continue to explore the elements, we now look to fire. In this episode, we continue to explore the origins of these elements and how to combine them into a holistic pagan witchcraft practice. Journal, meditation, and visualization exercises included!

As we explore the elements, we begin with Air. In this episode, not only do you learn more about the origins of these elements in witchcraft, but also how to combine them into a holistic pagan witchcraft practice. Journal, meditation, and visualization exercises included!

In Ep. #144: New Moon Brew, Jay introduces us to Sigil Magick. We also chat about the Solstice and ways to embrace being a Summer Witch. Eyes to the skies visits Sagittarius, Krotus, and the Milky Way. And Resistance Radio encourages us to explore the verb of “neighboring”. Check out the resource cards in this post for more info!

🧠 Ep. #144 Learning Resources Include:

• NASA.gov

• SeaSky.org

• skyatnightmagazine.com

• Wikipedia - Sagittarius (constellation) 

• brickthology.com

• ianridpath.com

• caltech.edu

• Sigil Witchery - Laura Tempest Zakroff

• Visual Alchemy - Laura Tempest Zakroff

• Ep. #100 Air Witchery | Way of Words

• Ep. #108 Fire Witchery | Creator Craft

  
  

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Season 2 is all about digging deeper, and that often means heading back to the basics, and learning how to take those up a notch. So, we begin at the beginning — where it’s all elemental.

Let Season 2 begin!

Season 2 is coming soon! We will be digging deeper into the specifics of paganism and witchcraft. Stay tuned!

Season 1 is coming to a close - check out some playlist collections to round up this year on the podcast! Find links and graphics on social media!

Paganism and Witchcraft are best consumed daily - check out this episode on how to integrate these practices into your daily routines!

The first harvest festival is here - coupled with beautiful corn moon, this is a time to celebrate our harvests - literally and figuratively. Listen in for ideas on rituals, altar decorations, and more!

We often hear things like Kitchen Witch, Garden Witch, Hedge Witch - so lets dive into what that really means and how you might want to incorporate these practices for a witchy lifestyle.

This is a guided astral meditation for the Summer Solstice.

This practical guide to the Summer Solstice talks everything from altar decorations, to BBQ’s, and Bonfires. Learn more about ways to celebrate this Sabbat.

In this episode we talk the difference between Paganism and Witchcraft and I give a quick podcast update. Media recommended in this podcast includes: films ”13th” and “When They See Us” by Ava DuVernay, The Nickelodeon Show, Avatar: The Last Airbender by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, with Aaron Ehasz as head writer. Authors Anne Bishop for their Pillars of the World Series and Katherine Kerr for their Deverry Series. Apps recommended in this podcast include: Moonly, Moon phase, The Farmers Almanac, Night Sky, and Co-star.

This Full Moon Focus dives deep into the topic of this lunar cycle: the Spell Crafter path. We begin with meditation fundamentals, to build a good foundation of focus and clarity that are a key component of any spell work.

🪄 From there we’ll focus in on the work of the Spell Crafter and a “buffet” of potential steps, tools, and styles in creating original spells. We even share our own fresh-baked spells, for some handy examples you’re welcome to make your own!

Resources & References:

• Headspace App

• Calm App

• Wikipedia - “Meditation”

• Previous Episodes #: 8, 17, 18, 20, 21

Find written spell details and instructions by joining us on discord or Patreon!

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Let’s talk about the fire festival Beltane! Found around the world, it is one of the oldest holidays still celebrated. Join me to learn how you too can celebrate - whether at home or next year, when we can gather again!

Learn the basics of how to create your own spell - from the visualizations, to the tools, and chants. Then, together we step through a few examples of how to build your own spell.

While a bit belated, I wanted to share some practical ways to celebrate spring, the spring equinox, and the traditions of Ostara.

The April full moon is a time for new beginnings. In light of that, we will indulge our bodies in an 8 day physical, emotional, and energetic cleanse to prep our magickal soil for the seeds of abundance we are planting.

In this episode we talk about creating a Witch’s Grimoire, or Book of Shadows. This collection becomes a document and legacy of your witchcraft journey - what do you include in yours?

A recitation of Max Ehrmanns 1927 prose: Desiderata. This piece has always had a special place in my heart and home.

Hi all! During this time, I am sharing my story in the craft - and we chat a bit about our changing times. What’s your story in the craft? How did you find your path?

The world is rapidly changing. Breathe. Love each other. Wash your damn hands.

‘Tis the season of love - and attraction! What are you hoping to attract this spring? This episode steps you through the basics of attraction spells and gives you some ideas - no matter what you are hoping to attract!

This episode gets into the “how” of magick and some principles that many groups use to govern their craft. What are your principles? We look at principles from Gabriela Herstik, The American Council of Witches, The Pagan Federation, and more!

In Ep. #142: New Moon Brew we begin our journey into Spell Crafter! This episode is also filled with hands-on ways to get witchy, including celestial happenings, resistance ideas, and a check-in to our witchy book club. Check out the resource cards in this post for more info!

📚Ep. #142 Book Club Recommendations:

• ​“Revolutionary Witchcraft” Sarah Lyons

• ​“Anatomy of a Witch” Laura Tempest Zakroff

• ​“Energy Essentials” Mya Om

🧠Ep. #142 Learning Resources Include:

• ​NASA.gov

• ​SeaSky.org

• ​skyatnightmagazine.com

• ​starwalk.medium

• ​Merriam Webster Dictionary

• ​Color Magick: Podcast Ep. #20 & #21

• ​Spell Basics/Writing: Podcast Ep. #8 & #46

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Imbolc is all about fresh starts and planting the seeds for success. Join me to learn how to celebrate this High Holy Day.

This Astral Meditation takes us on a deeper journey, to the land of dreams.

Welcome to 2020 - lets start with a Yule Wrap up, but then get down to business putting our Yule Intents to work. This full moon we integrate our Yule work into our spell work. We also explore the power of dreams during this Wolf Moon in Cancer.

Gather round to learn more about the history and lore surrounding Yule and the Winter Solstice. We talk all twelve days of Yule and share some traditions to try out! Plus, enjoy the beautiful Yule poem from C.C. Williford - ‘Twas the Night before Yuletide!

In this short episode we cover a simple full moon ritual to prep for our bigger upcoming Yule celebration.

This Pagan Roundtable we talk about how to share your beliefs with family during this holiday season. Responses to listener questions and requests.

This New Moon we begin to explore our intent for the coming cycle of life - starting with the spark of creation at Yule. Until then, its about exploring what will be your focus for the next year - in what way will you grow or challenge yourself? Where do you want to lean in? This episode includes a great basic energy exercise to take your energy work to the next level. Let’s get that energy work and intent ready for Yule!

Ever feel like maybe you don’t make the witchy “cut”? This episode is for you. You are inherently witchier than you think! Join me for some real talk on how to manage your magickal practice.

This Full Moon in Taurus, we keep it simple - let the focus drift to internal release and evaluation. Make space.
You can leave me a voice memo/question on Anchor! https://anchor.fm/pragmaticpagan

Blessed Samhain! Together we walk the veil between worlds. Join me for an ancestral meditation where we encounter the changing tides of the new year and chat with an ancestor.

🌕 Episode #141: This Full Moon Focus dives deep into the topic of this lunar cycle: Flower Magick.

🧘 We begin with Mindfulness fundamentals, to get us started with a strong foundation. From there we’ll focus in the work of Flower Magick and what lessons it brought to light. We even share some practical, hands-on tips for your own green-thumb pursuits.

Referenced Resources:

• “Floriography” by Jessica Roux

• Seek App, by iNaturalist (Apple and Google)

• “The Witching Year” by Diana Helmuth

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Samhain is the oldest unbroken High Holy Day - learn about it’s history and practical ways you can celebrate. Stay tuned for an upcoming Ancestral Meditation episode!

Scorpio calls for transformation through water - a perfect time to do a personal cleanse.

Exploring the idea of another dimension - the Astral Plane. We start where science ends, with tips on how you can access this energetic plane. Includes a short guided exercise.