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Back on the Broomstick: Old Witchcraft, New Path

Laylla & Chelle

146 episodes

14 hours ago

In this companion meditation episode to our Air Element discussion we’re slowing things down and tuning in to the most natural and magical tool we have, our breath. Laylla leads you through a gentle guided meditation with the element of Air, using two breathwork techniques to help you connect with the energies of tranquility, inspiration, and clarity of communication. Through a blend of witchy visualization and intentional breathing; this practice is designed to calm the chaos, sharpen the m...

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In this companion meditation episode to our Air Element discussion we’re slowing things down and tuning in to the most natural and magical tool we have, our breath. Laylla leads you through a gentle guided meditation with the element of Air, using two breathwork techniques to help you connect with the energies of tranquility, inspiration, and clarity of communication. Through a blend of witchy visualization and intentional breathing; this practice is designed to calm the chaos, sharpen the m...

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Religion & Spirituality,

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Back on the Broomstick: Old Witchcraft, New Path

Air Meditation - Tranquility, Inspiration, and Clarity

In this companion meditation episode to our Air Element discussion we’re slowing things down and tuning in to the most natural and magical tool we have, our breath. Laylla leads you through a gentle guided meditation with the element of Air, using two breathwork techniques to help you connect with the energies of tranquility, inspiration, and clarity of communication. Through a blend of witchy visualization and intentional breathing; this practice is designed to calm the chaos, sharpen the m...

1 day ago

12 minutes

Back on the Broomstick: Old Witchcraft, New Path

127: Air Energy - More than Inspiration, Incense, and Intuition

In the second episode of their five-part elemental series, the witches turn their attention to Air; the whispering wind, the breath of life, and the spark of inspiration. Chelle and Laylla explore how this often underestimated element shows up in magical practice and daily life. From the feather-light qualities of thought and intention to the power of voice and communication, the witches talk about the qualities of and ways to work with air. They discuss the correspondences of Air like intel...

6 days ago

38 minutes

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Earth Meditation – Rooted in Magick

As promised in Episode 126: Earth Energy – Rooted in Magick, this guided meditation is a grounding journey into the steady strength of the Earth. Through breathwork, vivid sensory imagery, and earth-honoring practices, you’ll connect deeply with the land beneath you, root yourself in stability, and draw up the nourishing energy that sustains life. This meditation invites you to gather that power, hold it within, and carry it into your daily life. Whether you seek balance, resilience, or...

1 week ago

9 minutes

Back on the Broomstick: Old Witchcraft, New Path

126: Earth Energy – Rooted in Magick

In the first episode of our 5-part Elemental Series, Chelle and Laylla get grounded (literally!) as they explore the magick of Earth. From the dirt underfoot to the bones in our bodies, Earth is the element of centeredness, home, transformation, deep ancestral wisdom, and so much more. The witches talk about how to connect with Earth energy in your daily practice, why Earth is more than “just grounding,” and how this element shows up in spellcraft, divination, and ritual. Whether you're a gr...

1 week ago

56 minutes

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125: Lughnasadh 2025 - Sacrifice is good and all, but have you heard of self-care?

In this Lughnasadh 2025 episode, the witches celebrate the first harvest and the lessons woven into this sacred turning of the Wheel. They honor Tailtiu, the earth goddess whose hard work cleared the land for future generations, and reflect on how her story calls us to roll up our sleeves and tend our own lives with care and intention. But this year we remember that Tailtiu worked herself to death, and that honoring her means not only embracing hard work, but also learning the sacred art of ...

2 weeks ago

31 minutes

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124: "Live" from Brushwood Sirius Rising Festival with the Witches

This week, Back on the Broomstick is coming to you live from the legendary Brushwood Folklore Center during the Sirius Rising Festival! Laylla and Chelle share what it’s like to spend a week steeped in magic, music, and community at one of their most beloved pagan gatherings. The witches talk about the workshops they presented (yes, there were tarot cards, spellcraft, and more than a little laughter) and what it’s like teaching and sharing magic with an open, vibrant festival crowd. They giv...

3 weeks ago

22 minutes

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Solarium XII: Mail Call!

In this cozy Solarium episode, the witches are feeling all the love and a little bit spoiled as they open up their mail and share the beautiful letters and magical gifts sent in by you amazing listeners. From gorgeous candles with hidden gemstones, to signed poetry books that stirred our spirits, and even cleverly crafted tarot-card-themed cooking spices (yes, you read that right), this episode is a joyful unboxing of witchy generosity and creativity! Laylla and Chelle read a few heartfelt n...

1 month ago

36 minutes

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123: Spellcrafting Series Part 3 - How to Power Your Spells

Dive into the heart of spellwork with this third and final installment of our spellcrafting series where Laylla and Chelle reveal the secrets to raising energy, the essential fuel behind every powerful spell. In this episode, our witchy hosts break down not just how to raise energy, but how to feel it, build it, and direct it with purpose. You’ll get practical tips and guided exercises to help you sense the subtle currents within and around you. From chants and rhythmic drumming that echoe...

1 month ago

53 minutes

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122: Spellcrafting Series Part 2 - How to Write a Spell

In part two of our Spellcraft Summer series, the witches pull out their journals (ahem, grimoires!) and walk you through the art and practice of writing your own spells. Whether you’re brand new to spellcraft or looking to make your magic more personal and effective, Laylla and Chelle are here to demystify the process and offer some grounded, magical guidance. They talk about intention as the core of any spell, how to choose the right format (spoken, written, enacted), and how to weave in co...

1 month ago

40 minutes

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121: Spellcrafting Series Part 1 – Correspondences

Welcome to the heart of Spellcraft Summer, witches! In the first episode of this special 3-part series on Spellcrafting 101, Laylla and Chelle crack open the grimoire to explore the foundational building blocks of spellwork: correspondences. What exactly are they, and why do they matter? The witches unpack the classic concept of "like attracts like" and the Doctrine of Signatures, an old magical belief that nature marks each plant and object with a clue (or signature) to its purpose. From co...

1 month ago

39 minutes

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120: Boundary Setting and Back off Magic for a Stress Free Summer

It’s Spellcraft Summer, witches! Join Laylla and Chelle for a no-nonsense, deeply magickal conversation about reclaiming your peace through protective and baneful magick. Yes, we’re talking hexes, curses, sour jars, freezer spells, and shut the fuck up magick. This episode is about being a powerful steward of your personal peace. We explore how baneful magick can be part of a healthy spiritual practice, especially when used to protect your energy, enforce boundaries, and process anger in sac...

2 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes

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119: Midsummer Magick: Litha Lore and the Fair Folk

It's summertime and the magic is easy. Chelle and Laylla turn their magical gaze toward the firelit heart of the Wheel of the Year, Litha, the Summer Solstice. As the sun reaches its peak and the days stretch long and golden, our favorite witchy duo dives into the vibrant energy of this high holiday, exploring the themes of abundance, sensuality, solar magic, and the subtle shift toward shadow. Join us as we dance with the lore and light of Midsummer, share ways to celebrate the solstice fro...

2 months ago

54 minutes

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118: Wise Earth Medicine with Lalania Simone

In this episode of Back on the Broomstick, Laylla and Chelle welcome back Lalania Simone to talk about her brand new deck, Wise Earth Medicine Tarot. Blending traditional tarot structure with the healing wisdom of the natural world, this deck brings together animals and plants to offer grounded, earth-based insight for personal reflection, growth, and divination. The witches and Lalania explore how this deck goes beyond the typical human-centered imagery of tarot, tapping into the primal int...

2 months ago

32 minutes

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117: Listeners Ask, Witches Answer

Chelle and Laylla are back with witchy answers to your magical questions! This episode is a mixed cauldron of questions about protection, spellwork, deity devotion, and personal practice. First up, they share ways to cast simple but powerful protection spells for loved ones who are traveling. From energy shielding and enchanted comfort items to charm bags, black tourmaline stones, and even a charmed trinket tucked into a suitcase, there are plenty of accessible ways to send a little extra ma...

2 months ago

54 minutes

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116: Celebrating World Tarot Day (And Chelle's Birthday)

In this episode of Back on the Broomstick, Laylla and Chelle mark World Tarot Day, celebrated each year on May 25th, a magical holiday dreamed into being by Den Elder back in 2003. The witches also discuss Chelle's birthday! A witchy holiday dreamed into being by her parents back in the late 1900's! The witches take this special day as an opportunity to reflect on their own long-standing relationships with the cards, sharing how Tarot has shaped their practices, their insights, and their spir...

2 months ago

47 minutes

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Bonus Episode: The Fool’s Path – A Guided Meditation Ritual

In this special bonus episode of Back on the Broomstick, Laylla and Chelle share the deity invocations and full guided meditation from their ritual workshop, The Fool’s Path: Unlocking Potential and Possibility. This transformative journey invites you to walk the spiral, breathe into the liminal, and meet your personal Fool archetype, the Tarot’s sacred symbol of wild beginnings and untapped potential. This recording is crafted to be a complete ritual experience. You'll begin with calls to d...

3 months ago

28 minutes

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115: Tarot for Self Reflection with Natalie Labriola

Chelle and Laylla sit down with artist, astrologer, and tarot reader Natalie Labriola to explore her new book, Tarot: Timeless Secrets of the Ancient Mirror. Together, they unpack how tarot works as a map for personal reflection, offering a tool to navigate those tricky, shadowy corners of the self that can be hard to access through logic alone. The witches and Natalie discuss how the tarot can help us see what's lingering in our blind spots, bringing unconscious patterns, emotions, and trut...

3 months ago

31 minutes

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114: Our Top Herbs for a Spellcraft Summer

In this sun-soaked episode of Back on the Broomstick, Laylla and Chelle throw open the doors to the Solarium and invite you into the green-growing magic of their top 5 favorite herbs for a spellcraft summer. These aren’t your average tea herbs; these are radiant, protective, visionary, and sensual allies, ready to be sipped, smoked, or burned in your spellwork. Whether you're brewing a potion, crafting a charm, or just need something smokable to stir your senses,the witches have got you cover...

3 months ago

54 minutes

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113: Folk Magick and Witch Trials - Exploring Alpine Witchery with Christian Brunner

Laylla and Chelle sit down with author and druid Christian Brunner to discuss his latest book, Alpine Witchery: Austrian Folk Magic, Lore & Spellcraft. Drawing from trial records spanning the 15th to 19th centuries, Christian unveils nearly fifty authentic spells and the captivating stories behind them, offering a rare glimpse into the lives of the accused witches of the Austrian Alps . Unlike the Salem witch trials, where many of the accused were innocent, some individuals in these Aust...

3 months ago

47 minutes

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112: The Fires of Beltane - Spring Rites and Royalty

In this Beltane 2025 episode of Back on the Broomstick, Laylla and Chelle light the fires of the season with a warm and witchy exploration of all things Beltane; from ancient rites to modern magic. They begin with a look at the history of the May Queen, a surprisingly short but deeply symbolic tradition that still holds power in today’s rituals. Whether you’re dancing around a maypole or honoring the turning of the Wheel quietly at home, this episode is full of inspiration for how to celebrat...

3 months ago

44 minutes