Magick & Alchemy

You asked, we answered. In episode 13 of the Magick and Alchemy Podcast, hosts Kristin Lisenby and Kate Belew answer listener questions and share resources for freshman magick makers. They discuss pendulum divination, education vs. misinformation, and what it means to be a public Witch. Created by Tamed Wild.Production by KT Herr.Music by Follow the Wind,Taizo Audio. Sources:Grimoire for the Green Witch by Ann MouraSabbat Series by Llewellynhttps://tamedwild.com/products/sabbat-series-books?_pos=1&_sid=8bded427c&_ss=rThe Wheel of the Year by Kate Belewhttps://tamedwild.com/products/wheel-of-the-year-booklet?_pos=1&_sid=44b8d8a1b&_ss=rMajor Arcana: Portraits of Witches in America by Frances F. DennyShoutouts: CourseraCafe AstrologyRobin Rose Bennett

Blessed Imbolc! In episode 12 of the Magick and Alchemy Podcast, hosts Kate Belew and Kristin Lisenby talk about their plans for the upcoming fire festival. They also discuss the Celtic Goddess Brighid, and her relationship to plant magick, fire, and the arrival of Spring. Created by Tamed Wild.Production by KT Herr.Music by Follow the Wind,Taizo Audio.Sources: Llewellyn Sabbat Series: Imbolchttps://tamedwild.com/products/sabbat-series-books?_pos=1&_sid=e137b4d7b&_ss=r

Who is the Word Witch? In episode 11 of the Magick and Alchemy Podcast, Kristin Lisenby and Kate Belew explore the relationship between writing and witchcraft. Join in as they reflect on the literary genre Magical Realism, poetry workshops, and word witchery as a way to appreciate the alchemy of language. Created by Tamed Wild.Production by KT Herr.Music by Follow the Wind, Taizo Audio. Shoutouts: Women Who Run with the Wolves by Clarissa Pinkola EstesHouse of the Spirits by Isabelle Allende100 years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia MarquezThe Master Key System by Charles F. HaanalMysteries of the Dark Moon by Demetra GeorgeCrafting Magick with Pen and Ink by Susan PezneckerWise Child by Monica FurlongWaking the Witch by Pam GrossmanMany Moons by Sarah Faith Gottesdiener A Sand Book by Ariana ReinesEssays in Divinatory Poetics by Selah SaterstromRobin Rose BennettThe Unicorns of Balimor, Bruce CovilleStarhawkTamora PierceRay Bradbury

We’re back from winter break with a very special episode! Today, Kate Belew and Kristin Lisenby speak with photographer and artist Frances F. Denny about her latest book, Major Arcana: Portraits of Witches in America. Listen in as they discuss the archetype of the witch, normalizing witchcraft, and photography as a form of magick. Learn more about Frances and her upcoming projects via her website francesfdenny.com, or follow her on Instagram @Francesfdenny. Created by Tamed Wild.Production by KT Herr.Music by Follow the Wind,Taizo Audio.

The Christmas Witch and Moon Rituals! On Episode 9 of the Magick & Alchemy Podcast, hosts Kate Belew and Kristin Lisenby delve into the deep world of Obsidian, speak about the tale of La Befana the Christmas Witch, and talk about rituals for the Full Moon as our Gregorian calendars transition into 2021. Happy New Year, witches. Until Next Year! Created by Tamed Wild.Production by KT Herr.Music by Follow the Wind,Taizo Audio. Sources: Gems in Myth, Legend and Lore by Bruce Knuth

Yuletide Blessings from our corners of the world, to yours! This week, for episode 8 of the Magick and Alchemy Podcast, hosts Kate Belew and Kristin Lisenby explore the shadow side of midwinter. Fill your teacup and light the hearth fire, because it’s time to discuss the Wild Hunt, solstice superstitions, the Yule Lads, and glitter magick through the ages. Created by Tamed Wild.Production by KT Herr.Music by Follow the Wind, Taizo Audio. Sources:The 13 Yule Lads of Iceland - Wildhunt.orgWhy Icelands Christmas Witch is Much Cooler (and scarier) Than Krampus - Smithsonianmag.com Shoutouts: Gryla and the Yule Ladshttps://magickandalchemy.com/storytime-gryla-and-the-yule-lads/

Blessed Winter Solstice! On episode 7 of the Magick and Alchemy Podcast, hosts Kate Belew and Kristin Lisenby discuss midwinter rituals, goddesses of fate (including Slavic Marzanna and Roman Decima), and the idea that Winter Solstice can illuminate the weaver of destiny that resides within each and every one of us.Created by Tamed Wild.Production by KT Herr.Music by Follow the Wind, Taizo Audio.Sources:Yule: Rituals, Recipes and Lore for the Winter Solsticehttps://tamedwild.com/products/sabbat-series-books?variant=29600835207228Shoutouts: Astrologer Emily Ridout

Dive into the captivating myth of Persephone, exploring her dual existence and transformation in the underworld. Discover the significance of embracing shadow aspects and the emotional bond with her mother, Demeter. The podcast also unpacks the contrasting portrayals of Hades and Pluto, revealing insights into their dynamics. Themes of cyclical life and personal growth take center stage, encouraging listeners to embrace change and reflect on their own journeys through the powerful symbolism of the underworld.

Welcome to episode 5 of Magick and Alchemy Podcast by Tamed Wild! Join hosts Kate Belew and Kristin Lisenby as they talk about dark goddess Hecate, her enchanted (albeit poisonous) garden, and what it means to be the Queen of the Crossroads.Created by Tamed Wild.Production by KT Herr.Music by Follow the Wind, Taizo Audio.Sources:Flora Mythologica by Johann Heinrich DierbachWitchcraft medicine, Healing Arts, Shamanic Practices, and Forbidden Plants by Claudia Muller-EbelingShoutouts:Jay’s GraveEnchantment Ritualhttps://magickandalchemy.com/ritual-series-enchantment/

On episode 4 of the Magick and Alchemy Podcast, hosts Kristin Lisenby and Kate Belew discuss the archetype of the Kitchen Witch, Hearth Magick, and the importance of food in ritual.Created by Tamed Wild.Production by KT Herr.Music by Follow the Wind, Taizo Audio.Sources:Wild Recipes for a Medicinal and Magickal Kitchenhttps://tamedwild.com/products/wild-kitchen-booklet-vol-2?_pos=2&_sid=7d5422f73&_ss=r Shoutouts: Sabrina the Teenage WitchThe Chilling Adventures of SabrinaCirce by Madeline MillerStrega Nona