This month, Raegan talks to author and social media pixie Brett Hollyhead about his book "Sabrina: Discovering the Goddess of the River Severn". Also swans, environmentalism and a bit of crochet.
Plus, Raegan's Book of the Month and Samhain planning.
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Meow! This month, Raegan talks to author and Druid Andrew Anderson about the myths, folklore and magic surrounding cats. Plus two book recommendations!
CW: this episode briefly mentions pet loss. For further support, Raegan recommends the Facebook group Tuna Tributes: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1580014995428147
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Lammas blessings!
This month, Raegan talks to Ardruna, a Hellenic Pagan who works with Ancient Greek divination method, the psephoi.
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This month, Raegan dives into water with Nico the North Sea Poet, discussing the folklore and magic of the water nymphs.
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This month, Raegan talks to Annie, visual artist from bonewitchdigital, about her path working with osteomancy/bone casting and honouring the spirits of the items she uses.
Don't forget to stick around at the end for Raegan's book of the month!
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Books mentioned in this episode:
Throwing the Bones – Catherine Yronwode
Singing to the Bones: A bone caster’s notebook – Tava Baird
Throwing Bones, Crystals, Stones and Curios – Mystic Dylan
Practical Magic - Marian Green
Join Raegan this month as they chat with none other than author Christine Ashworth, who is also the sister of Scott Cunningham. They discuss Christine's biography of her brother, the impact he had on the Pagan community and also talk about her magical practice.
Books mentioned: Kitchen Table Tarot by Melissa Cynova, Scott Cunningham: The Path Taken by Christine Ashworth and Enchanted Foraging by Ebony Gheorghe.
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This month, Raegan talks with author Kenn Payne about his gorgeous oracle deck, The Oracle of the Hekatean Path, as well as his journey with the goddess.
Stick around at the end of the interview for our latest feature: Book of the Month!
Books mentioned: The Tea Witch's Grimoire by S. M. Harlow, Hekate: Keys to the Crossroads by Sorita D'Este and Entering Hekate's Garden by Dr Cyndi Brannen.
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Welcome back to another episode of Witching Around. Raegan talks to the fabulous author and blogger Lucya Starza about being witchy without breaking the bank, and innovative ways to find magic within your home.
You can find Lucya online at www.badwitch.co.uk
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Raegan kicks off the new year with author, internet personality and cauldron enthusiast Mhara Starling, discussing Welsh folklore and her work as a writer.
You can find Mhara @mhara_starling on Instagram and Threads, Mhara Starling - The Welsh Witch on Facebook. And check out her podcast The Welsh Witch Podcast.
You can also find Mhara on TikTok @mhara_starling and Youtube @mharastarling2730
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This month, Raegan chats with internet personality Ysha (@acovenoftwo and @activist.witch) about intersectionality in the Pagan community and effective activism.
You can follow Ysha on the Instagram handles listed above and @activistwitch on YouTube. You can support or volunteer for Witches For Palestine by emailing witchesforpalestine@gmail.com
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And don't forget to book your tickets for Witchfest International at www.witchfest.net
Referenced Materials:
The Radical Tarot by Charlie Claire Burgess
Bringing Race To The Table: Exploring Racism In The Pagan Community by Crystal Blanton (ed)
This month, Raegan talks to author Laura Perry about her role in reviving the traditions of Crete and the Minoan people.
Discover more at www.ariadnestribe.com and www.lauraperryauthor.com
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Raegan talks with author and social media personality Moss Matthey about his debut book An Apostate's Guide to Witchcraft and his experiences in leaving a strict doctrine and finding his place in the Pagan community.
Featuring special (and interrupting) guest host, Cassie the Cat. It was her 7th birthday when we recorded this interview and she wanted the world to know about it!
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Want to start reading tarot cards but not sure how to start? Raegan gives a quick start guide, along with notable dates for the next month.
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Raegan talks to returning guest Jonathan (of Heron Drums) about the intersection of Paganism and Environmental Activism, and what we can do to protect our sacred sites.
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Catch up on Raegan's Witchfest talk about the different goddesses of the Earth in this month's minisode, along with September's sacred days.
Jenny returns to celebrate the launch of Season 3 with Raegan!
This month, they chat with author Joanna van der Hoeven about hedgewitchery and hedge druidry, along with challenges being faced in modern witchcraft.
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Books/authors referenced:
Hedgewitch by Rae Beth
Nigel Pearson
Hedgerow Medicine by Julie Bruton-Seal and Matthew Seal
TW: This episode talks about death, grieving and serious illness
This month, Raegan explores how to use our magical practice to honour our lost loved ones.
Dedicated to the memory of Shannen Doherty 1971-2024, our fallen sister, may her spirit soar.
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Fan favourite Rebecca Beattie returns to talk about her latest book: The Way Through The Woods, taking inspiration from the natural world to tackle life's greatest challenges.
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Featured tarot deck: The Unfolding Path Tarot by Athene Noctua, Instagram handle @athene_arcana
How do we maintain our connection to nature in a world where we're stuck inside or bound to tech? Join Raegan this month to look at ways to maintain that connection and look ahead to July.
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Raegan talks to Taren S, author of Conjuring Dirt and Hoodoo in the Psalms, about her experiences of American Folk Magic and growing up in a community magic tradition.
Featuring some interjections from Cassie the cat and Baby Shanti!
Referenced works/authors: New World Witchery by Cory Hutcheson, Professor Ronald Hutton and Dr Angela Puca
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