Were you brought up in a church that told you divination was evil?
Have you ever wondered why?
Do you feel the pull to try out cards or even just drawn to the artwork of them?
Come on in babe this episode is for you ♥️🐥
I’m sharing my journey from my very first deck cracked open on the pandemic, to where I am now: a professional witch and card reader.
Hop in the waters bubblin!
Work with me: for parties or unique requests dm me @Joyplay__ on Instagram. See my offerings at joyplay.org.
Talking about creation and connection with the realm beyond during this time of the thinning veil!
I’m excited to be back!
This podcast is a welcome into my metaphorical living room. We talk about how to exist on the hedges of this world. Witches, seekers, and lovers alike be welcome here ♥️
ALL ABOUT ancestral veneration
- why i connect with my ancestors
- my journey through conservative christian views
- how to connect with ancestors
Join me in welcoming WOLF WOMAN WITCH, Danielle Duslky to the show!
Danielle Dulsky is the author of The Night House and numerous other titles including Woman Most Wild, The Holy Wild Grimoire, and Bones & Honey. A heathen visionary, painter, poet, storyteller, and word-witch, she teaches internationally and has facilitated circles, embodiment trainings, communal spell work, and seasonal rituals since 2007. She is the founder of The Hag School and believes in the emerging power of wild collectives and sudden circles of curious dreamers, cunning witches, and rebellious artists in healing our ailing world. Visit her online at http://www.danielledulsky.com.
Link to her book’s product page on Amazon: https://a.co/d/eSnTUIC.
Link to sign up for a welcoming, homecoming WITCH'S RETREAT this summer!
https://www.joyplay.org/event-details-registration/lammas-witches-retreat
XOXOX THANKS FOR STOPPING BY THE HEARTH! Catch you next time.
Welcome to a Living Room Chat! Today you are invited into a slowwww down, via a conversation about altars, decluttering, and a delicious visualization meditation at the end. Also, I share about one of my favorite Goddesses from my ethnic region, Saule.
Let's slowly remerge from our caves and dens as the light reutrns.
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What stops us form creating the communities we crave?
In this episode, we are unraveling why so many of us long for authentic community- but struggle to build it. We're talking nervous system regulation, the aganol breaths of a dying world order, the idden dynamis that keep us isolated, and why the revolution just might be led by emotionally regulated, interconnected and supported, witches.
Stick around for journaling prompts at the end.
If you want to hangout IN PERSON- I have just launched my LAMMAS WITCHES RETREAT. August 1-3, 2025 in NEW YORK STATE! First 4 women to sign up get early bird pricing!
https://www.joyplay.org/event-details-registration/lammas-witches-retreat
April Ajoy is a content creator and podcast host who uses humor to shine a light on harmful, toxic, and sometimes just weird traits of American Evangelicalism. After growing up an evangelist’s kid entrenched in Christian Nationalism and working in conservative Christian media, she saw the harm caused firsthand. Still a Christian, she uses her platform to expose the dangers of Christian Nationalism while promoting a more inclusive faith. April has been featured on Buzzfeed, CNN, Newsweek and more. She’s been married to Beecher for 10 years and they have two daughters together.
Enjoy this illuminating and hope-giving conversation with April Ajoy! Recorded in November 2024.
Want some extra energetic support during this season of life? Head over to joyplay.org/booking to work with Jena.
Welcome to a Living Room CHAT! I am happy you're here.
Pull up a chair and grab yourself a hot toddy. Today we are answering two important witchy questions:
1. how does one BECOME A WITCH?
2. What is the difference between a routine and a ritual? Should I pay more attention to one over the other?
And bonus: some thoughts on leaning into structure as a person who despises it. (Capricorn season anyone?)
I am happy you are here! Please consider leaving 5 stars and a review <3
xoxo
Jena
Join me in today's living room chat!
We are talking all about Saturn Return - what it is, how to prepare for it, and a brush-up on astrology overall.
Ms Pettey if you are reading this- please don't take it as an offense that you embodied Saturn in my childhood.
Join me for BTS!
- RITUALS
- TRANSITIONS
- LIVING IN TENSION AS A WITCH
- THE FIRE OF THE HEARTH
- RHYTHMS OF WINTER
All thru April I am offering sliding scale reiki! Head to:
Joyplay.org and click Book Online to see pricing. <3
Join me in welcoming David Hayward to the podcast!
David Hayward is a pastor turned artist who paints, draws, and reflects on what it takes to be free to be yourself. You have probably seen him on Instagram under his Instagram handle, “The Naked Pastor”.
And in case you’re wondering, he’s not actually naked. The idea behind the name, NakedPastor, is to tell the naked truth—no matter how vulnerable it feels. Once a pastor, he’s been creating art and working toward freedom alongside this community for over 10 years.
David joined me from his home in New Brunswick, Canada via zoom to record this conversation.
Mentioned here:
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Welcome! To a Living Room Chat.
Join me around the fire as I share insight about my life, spirituality, and in today's episode, some of the inner workings of shame and being a spiritual person.
Also, it's my birthday.
If you like the episode please leave 5 stars and a review. xoxo
Join me in welcoming Sam Adams to the podcast!
Sam is a founder of First Men in the UK and can be found at firstmen.co.uk
And on his Instagram @samadams_wildman!
Episode 60: The World of Ouija! With John Kozick
John Kozik’s obsession with collecting and researching Ouija began when he inherited his grandmother’s board in the late 1990’s. He was surprised to discover that Ouija was simply one specific brand of Talking Board, and that they date much further back than the Ouija of Parker Brothers fame. Through years of dedication John is now one of the most knowledgeable people on the subject. In 2013 he became a founding member of the Talking Board Historical Society, a group that researches and preserves the history of Talking Boards. Fast forward to 2019 - John opened the doors of The Salem Witch Board Museum to the public. It is the only museum dedicated to the history and lore of the Talking Board,boasting the largest collection of boards, obscure memorabilia, and ephemera under one roof. In May of 2024 he realized one roof was not big enough for Ouija’s rich history, so he opened a second location,Witch Board Museum Baltimore. Whether you believe it’s the tool of the Devil or just an innocent kid’s game, a visit to the museums will allow you to learn more about this fascinating and iconic piece of Americana.
Find his work at https://www.salemwitchboardmuseum.com
Poetry today : Sitting Samhain by K. Holly Clark
Join me for a casual living room chat!
Behind the scenes, rituals I’m enjoying & what to expect on the pod 💕
Poem read at end of episode is from the Afflicted Girls by Nicole Cooley
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Hey welcome to my virtual living room!
I’m JENA - your little bird host!
Today we are chatting a teensy bit about the upcoming election- and how to stay awake in this world.
Join me in a behind the scenes chat about my witchy life and wellbeing.
Do you like this show? Send me them stars baby girl ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Also AHH sorry about the audio switching after minute 5 ish idk what happened.
Join me for a chill chat about:
Rituals for fall time that cost little to no $ including rituals for: releasing, grieving, grounding, and resting.
Xoxo
Join me in welcoming guest William Collier to the show!
William is the founder of The Cathedral Project, a collective focused on “Expansive Christianity.”
As a former worship pastor who deconstructed his faith after an identity crisis, William found his spiritual awakening in Christian Mysticism, which freed him to entertain philosophies from other religions and wisdom traditions.
He just moved his family across the country from Georgia to Bend, Oregon, where he, his wife, and their 4 kids are pursuing new dreams and new livelihood.
William also does branding and creative consulting for ethical businesses and non-profits through his agency, Pick Branding (pickbranding.com)
To find out more about The Cathedral Project, visit cathedralproject.com
William joined me from his new home in Oregon via ZOOM.
Welcome to Monday (Wednesday) Chat!
Grab a cup of tea and lets hop in.