The Corn(ish) Witch – Details, episodes & analysis

In this  first episode of the Cornish Witch podcast, host Freyja welcomes her first guest, Cornish Kitchen Witch Laura Barnes. Laura shares her experiences growing up in the magical setting of Boscastle, Cornwall. The conversation explores themes of folklore, folk horror, herbalism, and the importance of community and nature in witchcraft. Laura discusses her journey into herbalism, her daily tea rituals, and the significance of intention in her spell work. The episode concludes with Laura's aspirations for the future, including plans for a cookbook focused on Cornish kitchen magic.

Laura's instagram handle- https://www.instagram.com/cornishkitchenwitch?igsh=MTZhZmVra3hhZjE2ZQ==

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Cornwall and South Devon Witchy events

Callington mind, body and spirit fair- https://www.facebook.com/p/Callington-Mind-Body-Spirit-Fair-61552555105329/

Liskeard Samhain Circle- https://www.meghanfield.com/new-events/23octoberwitch

Lanstefan Arts, Launceston- https://www.meetusatlanstefan.com/event-details/a-word-as-a-doorway-a-womens-sharing-circle-2025-10-23-18-30

Witch Festival, Enys Gardens, Penryn-https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/witch-festival-cornwall-tickets-1554189074359?aff=ebdssbdestsearch 

A very brief trailer/introduction to the podcast. 

In this episode of the Cornish Witch podcast, Freyja interviews Emily, the owner of Black Cat Books, an independent bookstore in Launceston. They discuss the inspiration behind the bookstore, the importance of community support, and the unique identity of Launceston. Emily shares her love for folk horror literature, her commitment to championing local authors, and the various events she hosts to engage the community. The conversation also touches on the personal connections formed through books, the significance of local folklore, and Emily's aspirations for the future of her bookstore.

Emily's Instagram handle- https://www.instagram.com/blackcatbooks2024/

Black Cat Books Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565160688948&ref=_xav_ig_profile_page_web#

Black Cat Books website- https://www.blackcatbooksltd.co.uk/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNmsudleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFhUDZSanR5VVF0Q0k5UzV2AR4H2VvHYYolnDTgr4UoGu3BCE6kvzOhp4Ys3v7qPzetozVOHqzaRul9L7MV9w_aem_LZ0zAIIzjZrp1ec8rrerHQ

Black Cat Books events page- https://www.blackcatbooksltd.co.uk/shop-events

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Cornwall and South Devon Witchy events

The Big Spiritual and Witchcraft Fair, Exeter Corn Exchange   https://www.facebook.com/events/2021505265019580?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22user_timeline%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22surface%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22groups_highlight_units%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

Witch Festival, Enys Gardens, Penryn https://www.facebook.com/kernowwitchfestival

https://www.instagram.com/witch_festival/

The Dark Gathering at Tintagel- https://thedarkgathering.co.uk/

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Have you got a witchy/spiritual event coming up in Cornwall or South Devon? If you want me to give your event a shout-out on the podcast, please get in touch below.

Email- thecornishwitchpodcast@gmail.com

Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61582105025669

Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/thecornishwitchpodcast/

In this episode of the Cornish Witch podcast, Freyja is live at the Witch Festival, which was held on the 25th October at Enys House and Gardens in Penryn, Cornwall. She interviews the practitioners, tarot and guidance readers, the attendees, and organisers. These conversations delve into the themes of authenticity, community, and empowerment within spiritual practices, with a particular focus on women's circles and the reclamation of witchcraft. The speakers discuss the importance of connecting with nature and herbal wisdom, as well as the significance of creating safe spaces for those who want to express themselves and their spirituality.

Meghan Field
https://www.meghanfield.com/
https://www.instagram.com/meghanelizabethfield/
https://www.facebook.com/qoyawithmeghan/

Trudi, Wild Samsara
https://wildsamsara.co.uk/#
https://www.instagram.com/wildsamsara/
https://www.facebook.com/Wildsamsara/ 

Belle, HeARTfelt Herbs
https://www.heartfeltherbs.com/
https://www.instagram.com/bellebenfield
https://www.facebook.com/heartfeltherbs
https://seedsistas.co.uk/books/ 

Meg, Made By Meg
https://www.instagram.com/madebymeg11/?hl=en
https://l.instagram.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.co.uk%2FColour-Theory-MJ-Livingstone%2Fdp%2FB0F4L4GLZW%3Ffbclid%3DPAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAac6cxIlIiKQ8Knbod9oLUpXqLAgUKQtujXy3nl_-n8Tl8qmZxwX7vQR8EgCrA_aem_VAqM9cs6OtA3DyVgiZM3kA&e=AT0qW03a7hlWiiu44LfB_mA6ozCo5Wb_qMO5MG-nBAuTz4RXDMwt9PJowP4XriqljQPQQXu4qxMQTXOgG9ecDZE0MuyipLLJb_2G2wBZYw
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564131083926

Titania & Paul-The Gypsy and the Witch
https://www.thegypsyandthewitch.com/about
https://www.instagram.com/the_gypsy_and_the_witch/
Jacq, Glitter and Earth
https://www.glitterandearth.com/
https://www.instagram.com/glitter_earth
https://www.facebook.com/glitterandearth

Andi Searle, Source FM Falmouth Presenter
https://www.thesourcefm.co.uk/presenter/andrew-searle
https://www.thesourcefm.co.uk/show/breakfast-show-thursday
https://www.instagram.com/a_ndi.s/
Raven Luck Magic
https://www.instagram.com/raven.luck.magic/ 

Janina Church Art
https://janinachurchart.com/
https://www.instagram.com/janina.church.art/?hl=en&