Explore every episode of the podcast Atomic Witchcraft
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| Ep. #102: Fire Witchery | Out of the Frying Pan... | 04 Sep 2024 | 00:31:15 | |
NOTE: Apologies! Jay and Alyssa are still fine tuning their recording setups. Thank you for your patience. In our Witch Path Series, the team has been exploring the myriad of ways to build a witchcraft practice. Next we move into a study of the many flavors of Fire Witchery as we give an overview of a Burning path, Charting the Celestial, Electric Current, Interpersonal Web, Kinetic Flow, and another approach to Creator Craft. Our recent Sapling series focused in on the basics of witchcraft, but now we want to zoom out and talk about the bigger picture. The galaxy beyond the stars, you might say. Stay tuned to upcoming episodes where we dig into some possible specialities, paths and crafts of Fire Witchery. Want to connect with the Atomic Witchcraft Grove? Join us on Discord, Instagram, or Facebook! If you would like to support the creation of this podcast head on over to our Patreon, every coin in the cauldron helps!Links at: https://linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft | |||
| Ep. #101: Air Witchery | Creator Craft | 28 Aug 2024 | 00:22:30 | |
Our Summer Special Series continues to explore the myriad of ways to build a witchcraft practice through the lens of Air Witchery. Today, we give shape and breath to Creator Craft, as we dig into magicks of creation and expression: Bard, Sound, and Artist witchery. Each episode in this series will explore a different path of the craft through the lens of the elements. As this episode completes our journey through Air Witchery, stay tuned for our next element of focus: Fire! Want to connect with the Atomic Witchcraft Grove? Join us on Discord, Instagram, or Facebook! If you would like to support the creation of this podcast head on over to our Patreon, every coin in the cauldron helps! Links at: https://linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft | |||
| Ep. #94: Earth Witchery | Earth Elementals | 23 Jul 2024 | 00:19:13 | |
Continuing our series and completing our Earth Witchery paths, we immerse into the realms of Earth Elementals. Exploring magicks which inhabit landscapes and locations fosters a practice powered by where you live or feel the most connected, and among these we'll cover some specific variations - you might wish to specialize in one, or to weave them together with others to create a practice that is unique to you. Stay tuned to upcoming episodes where we'll continue our Summer Special Series, turning our focus to the skies and "space between" with the magicks and paths of Air Witchery. | |||
| Ep. #14 Practical Guide: Esbats & Sabbats - The Pagan Holidays (Overview) | 21 Sep 2019 | 00:16:54 | |
In this episode we talk Wheel of the Year, Esbats, and Sabbats. Join us to learn what traditions you might embrace! Detailed breakdowns of each Holy Day will come with the seasons - so stay tuned!
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| Ep. #13 Practical Guide: Lunar Cycle & Spellcasting | 19 Sep 2019 | 00:13:19 | |
Explore the different phases of the moon and how they guide spell casting in a nature based practice.
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| Ep. #12 Ritual Guide: September Waning Moon - Autumn Equinox | 18 Sep 2019 | 00:09:10 | |
Join me as we let go of what no longer serves us, while giving practical legs to our intent from this past Full Moon Spell. This waning moon coupled with the equinox is all about harvest, gratitude, and paying it forward.
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| Ep. #11 Astral Meditation: Welcome Home | 15 Sep 2019 | 00:13:12 | |
In this second Astral Meditation, we move inside the door. Are you ready? Welcome Home.
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| Ep. #10 Ritual Guide: Harvest Full Moon - Abundance Jar Spell | 13 Sep 2019 | 00:18:08 | |
We celebrate this Harvest Full Moon with an Abundance Jar Spell. Join me for this guided ritual.
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| Ep. #9 Ritual Guide: First Quarter Moon - September/Abundance Jar Spell | 07 Sep 2019 | 00:18:09 | |
The first quarter moon sits high in the sky as the sun fades. It is time to prep for the coming Full Moon. Focusing on an Abundance Jar Spell - the second of the three harvest full moons is about gratitude and planning ahead.
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| Ep. #8 Practical Guide: Basics of Spell Casting | 07 Sep 2019 | 00:13:19 | |
Let’s talk the basics of spell casting. We talk techniques, principals, and the science of spells!
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| Ep. #7 Practical Guide: Casting a Circle and Calling Quarters | 06 Sep 2019 | 00:19:03 | |
This episode we step through everything you need to know about Casting a Circle and Calling Quarters (Elements). Check out the last two sections for a semi-guided ritual!
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| Ep. #6 Good vs Bad Magick, Nature and Deities, Faeries, Ghosts, and the Afterlife | 06 Sep 2019 | 00:16:11 | |
This episode focuses on a some of the nuts and bolts of my particular pagan practice. From discussing good vs evil magick (hint: its all about intent), to Deities and nature worship, and Faeries, ghosts, and the afterlife - this episode is jam packed with topics to get you thinking!
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| Ep. #5 Ritual Guide: New Moon in Virgo | 31 Aug 2019 | 00:12:25 | |
In this dark of the moon, the focus shifts from doing - to being. It’s a time to clean-up that “Drawer”. What’s in YOUR “drawer” this New Moon? What are you looking to release? Plus - we get into the science of sensing energy.
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| Ep. #93: Earth Witchery | A Stone Way | 16 Jul 2024 | 00:18:11 | |
Continuing our Summer Special Series and our Earth Witchery paths, here we explore the creviced and craggy Stone Way. These magicks are grounded in the strength and structures of the stone, rocks, and crystals beneathe our feet, and among these we'll cover some particular areas of study - specific crafts which you might wish to specialize in, or to weave together with others to create a practice that is unique to you. Stay tuned to upcoming episodes where we dig into even more possible focus areas, with Earth Elementals completing our three paths in Earth Witchery. Want to connect with the Atomic Witchcraft Grove? Join us on Discord, Instagram, or Facebook! If you would like to support the creation of this podcast head on over to our Patreon, every coin in the cauldron helps! Links at: https://linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft | |||
| Ep. #4 Astral Meditation: Home is where the soul is.. | 25 Aug 2019 | 00:10:33 | |
A meditation focused on defining and developing your “happy place”.
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| Ep. #3 Ritual Guide: August Waning Moon - Death of Summer | 25 Aug 2019 | 00:09:03 | |
August is a time of Harvest so during this waning moon it is a time to celebrate and gather your accomplishments. Learn more about the energy work associated with these seasonal and lunar cycles.
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| Ep. #2 A Good Place to Start: Meditation and Mindfulness | 25 Aug 2019 | 00:09:32 | |
Some simple first steps for those interested in exploring witchcraft. A great refresher for those long time practitioners!
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| Ep. #1 Intro: Science based Witchcraft? | 25 Aug 2019 | 00:07:21 | |
In this inaugural episode, learn how the terms Pagan and Witchcraft are used in this podcast and how science plays a role in magick.
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| Ep. #92: Earth Witchery | A Green Path | 09 Jul 2024 | 00:22:32 | |
Continuing our Summer Special Series and following our Earth Witchery overview, here we get into the details of A Green Path, from its highest branches to its deepest roots. Focusing on all things green and growing, we'll explore a few particular areas of study in this path - specific crafts which you might wish to specialize in, or to weave together with others to create a practice that is unique to you. Stay tuned to upcoming episodes where we dig into even more possible focus areas, with The Stone Way and Earth Elementals rounding out our three paths in Earth Witchery. ✨ Want to connect with the Atomic Witchcraft Grove? Join us on Discord, Instagram, or Facebook! If you would like to support the creation of this podcast head on over to our Patreon, every coin in the cauldron helps! Links are at: https://linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft | |||
| Ep. #91: Earth Witchery | The Forest for the Trees | 01 Jul 2024 | 00:27:40 | |
We are kicking off our Summer Special Series by exploring the myriad of ways to build a witchcraft practice. Today is all about Earth Witchery as we give an overview of a Green Path, a Stone Way, and Earth Elementals. Our recent Sapling series focused in on the basics of witchcraft, but now we want to zoom out and talk about the bigger picture. The forest, instead of the trees – so to speak. Stay tuned to upcoming episodes where we dig into some possible specialities and crafts of Earth Witchery. Connect with the Atomic Witchcraft Grove by joining us on FB, Discord, IG, or Patreon! | |||
| Sunday Haven Bonus: Lunar Tides (6.30.24) | 01 Jul 2024 | 00:03:10 | |
Join us for this week's Lunar Tides and Celestial happenings! Connect with the Atomic Witchcraft Grove by joining us on FB, Discord, IG, or Patreon! | |||
| Ep. #90: Sunday Haven | A Solstice Conversation | 04 Jun 2024 | 00:46:39 | |
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 important building and experiencing history within our practice is. Join us for FREE on Patreon | Linktr.ee Learn more about Rest is Resistance by Tricia Hersey: https://thenapministry.com/ | |||
| Ep #89: Sunday Haven | Water & Cleansing (Sapling) | 20 May 2024 | 00:34:01 | |
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! | |||
| Ep. #88: Sunday Haven | Solar Witchcraft | 06 May 2024 | 00:25:17 | |
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 | |||
| Ep. #87: Sunday Haven | Music, Song, Word, & Spell (Sapling) | 23 Apr 2024 | 00:46:51 | |
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 | |||
| Ep. #86: Sunday Haven | Trees and Nature Knowing (Sapling) | 08 Apr 2024 | 00:38:04 | |
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. | |||
| Celebrating 100 Episodes! | 23 Aug 2024 | 00:17:35 | |
We're celebrating Atomic Witchcraft's 5 years, 100 epsiodes, and 1 year of Sunday Havens! Join us as we take a moment to reflect a bit on the journey that brought us all here, including how The Pragmatic Pagan became Atomic Witchcraft and the grove community we have today. We also chat about the exciting book giveaway we've got running now, through the end of August 2024, and how you can sign up for a free Guide Session with Ash - so give a listen if you'd like to enter. Want to connect with the Atomic Witchcraft Grove? Join us on Discord, Instagram, or Facebook! If you would like to support the creation of this podcast head on over to our Patreon, every coin in the cauldron helps! Links at: https://linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft | |||
| Ep. #85: Sunday Haven | Witch's Wheel - 1 Year Later | 12 Mar 2024 | 00:38:23 | |
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. | |||
| Ep. #84: Sunday Haven - Attraction Magick | Part 2: Spells | 19 Feb 2024 | 00:48:38 | |
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. | |||
| Ep. #83: Sunday Haven - Attraction Magick | Part 1 | 06 Feb 2024 | 00:52:02 | |
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 home, love, money, and more! Hope to see you there! | |||
| Ep. #82: Sunday Haven - House Spirits, Trees, and Magick in the Mundane | 22 Jan 2024 | 01:05:08 | |
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. | |||
| Ep. #81: Sunday Haven - A New Format | 08 Jan 2024 | 00:59:44 | |
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. | |||
| Atomic Solstice Special 2023: With Gratitude | 21 Dec 2023 | 00:07:23 | |
Merry Solstice! Thank you all so much for an "atomic" year. Listen in to discover what's in store for 2024! | |||
| Ep. #80: Sunday Haven - The Magick of Giving | 11 Dec 2023 | 00:36:38 | |
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 Sunday Havens in January, 2024! | |||
| Ep. #79: Sunday Haven - Candle Nights | 11 Dec 2023 | 00:22:02 | |
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! | |||
| Ep. #78: Sunday Haven - Holiday Helper: Witching through the Season | 19 Nov 2023 | 00:21:01 | |
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 need. This is just the beginning of our Holiday Havens so we hope to see you next Sunday Nov. 26th where we dig into the coming Winter Solstice Celebration, Candle Nights and all the ways you might incorporate a little Witch into your season. | |||
| Ep. #77: Sunday Haven - All Spirits Eve | 29 Oct 2023 | 00:21:34 | |
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. | |||
| Ep. #100: Air Witchery | Way of Words | 20 Aug 2024 | 00:27:25 | |
Our Summer Special Series continues to explore the myriad of ways to build a witchcraft practice through the lens of Air Witchery. Today, we articulate the Way of Words, as we cover the gabby magicks of Word, Spell, Charm, and Activism witchery. Each episode in this series will explore a different path of the craft through the lens of the elements. Stay tuned for one more episode on Air Witchery: Creator Craft! Want to connect with the Atomic Witchcraft Grove? Join us on Discord, Instagram, or Facebook! If you would like to support the creation of this podcast head on over to our Patreon, every coin in the cauldron helps! Links at: https://linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft | |||
| Ep. #76: Sunday Haven - Darkness & Divination | 28 Oct 2023 | 00:20:38 | |
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! | |||
| Ep. #75: Sunday Haven - Familiars | 15 Oct 2023 | 00:18:50 | |
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.
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| Ep. #74: Sunday Haven - Stillness in Witch | 26 Sep 2023 | 00:19:35 | |
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 gathering is FREE and open to all who would like a little witchy community time! | |||
| Ep. #73: Sunday Haven - Brooms | 11 Sep 2023 | 00:16:56 | |
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 share our knowledge, wisdom, and stories. Links are posted Sundays at 10 am on Patreon, link.tree, and in our Facebook group. Hope to see you there! | |||
| Ep. #72: Sunday Havens at the Atomic Hearth | 26 Aug 2023 | 00:17:10 | |
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, and even sharing a bit about our own rock collections. Join us next time as we talk super moons, brooms, and all things Witch! These FREE Sunday Haven's are every other Sunday at 10:30 am PST and look to connect us as a community. Join us virtually on zoom around the Atomic Hearth where we will share our knowledge, wisdom, and stories. Links are posted the day of on Patreon, link.tree, and in our Facebook group. Hope to see you there! | |||
| Ep. #71: Welcoming Witch - Astral Meditation | 18 Jun 2023 | 00:31:22 | |
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.
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| Ep. #70: A Witch's Wheel | 22 Mar 2023 | 00:43:04 | |
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| Ep. #69: Putting the Craft in Witchcraft | 12 Feb 2023 | 00:41:39 | |
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 episode: Urban forager: Alexis Nikole (@blackforager), Indoor Plant Stylist Mariah Greene (@greene.piece), and the book "How to Study Magic" by Sarah Lyons (@citymystic). Find those links, our socials, Patreon, and more on our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft | |||
| Ep. #68: Atomic Witchcraft - A New Era | 09 Jan 2023 | 00:18:10 | |
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. | |||
| Ep. #67: What comes next.. | 01 Jan 2023 | 00:17:23 | |
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!
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| Ep. #99: Air Witchery | An Aether Way | 17 Aug 2024 | 00:28:37 | |
Our Summer Special Series continues to explore the myriad of ways to build a witchcraft practice through the lens of Air Witchery. Today, we peer into an Aether Way, as we expand our awareness into the magical of Astrology, Divination and Seeing, Dreamcrafting, and Kindred craft. Each episode in this series will explore a different path of the craft through the lens of the elements. Stay tuned for more episodes on Air Witchery, including the Way of Words and Creator Craft! Want to connect with the Atomic Witchcraft Grove? Join us on Discord, Instagram, or Facebook! If you would like to support the creation of this podcast head on over to our Patreon, every coin in the cauldron helps! Links at: https://linktr.ee/atomicwitchcraft | |||
| Ep. #66: Cultural Appropriation - Decolonize, Deprogram | 11 Apr 2022 | 00:24:36 | |
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.
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