Seeking Witchcraft

This episode features Patrick, a Wiccan High Priest and Elder in the Craft. Ashley and Patrick discuss various topics about covens, submitted by listeners. The topics include: skyclad practice; practicing with a coven that you may not get along with; how far to travel for coven training; a coven vs a spiritual group; working with less established groups; coven diversity; getting rejected by a coven; progressing through uncomfortability; messing up during ritual; knowledge to be expected of seekers; the importance of coven attendance while juggling real life; children in covens; pre-initiation; guaranteed initiations; expectations of outer courts/training groves; alcohol, alcoholism, and ritual wine; providing real names; and his piece of advice for new seekers. The books recommended by Patrick are “Mind Games: The Guide to Inner Space” by Robert Masters & Jean Houston, and “Initiation Into Hermetics” by Franz Bardon. Patrick also recommended after the recording, “The Psychic Healing Book” by Amy Wallace & Bill Henkin The main coven-finding website is Mandragora Magika : www.mandragoramagika.com/find-a-group You can find Ashley on Facebook at “Seeking Witchcraft Podcast,” the community Facebook group at “Witches Seeking Witchcraft,” Instagram at @seekingwitchcraft, Twitter at @SeekWitchcraft, or Patreon at www.patreon.com/seekingwitchcraft --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/support

This Season 2 finale is an uncensored, unedited, Witches & Wine-type episode, featuring two special co-hosts, Justin and Tianna! Topics discussed in this episode include: Wicca isn't ancient; the devil in witchcraft; variation with different traditions; types of witchcraft/magic (how witchcraft differs in other countries); magic and pop culture; the witchy westhetic; coven leader variations and generational issues (millennial coven leaders vs boomers); do you have to be female to really be a witch; coming from a bloodline of witches; do you have to be Wiccan to be a Witch; the "Rule of 3"; Gardnerian worship; and Witchcraft as a Cult.  You can find Justin on Instagram at @azaizall and @hoof_and_horn_photography You can find Tianna on Instagram at @thechristianandthewitch or @storybookapothocary or on Youtibe at Storybook Apothocary You can find Ashley on Facebook at "Seeking Witchcraft Podcast," Twitter at @SeekWitchcraft, Instagram at @SeekingWitchcraft, or at her Facebook group named "Witches Seeking Witchcraft."  Want to support the show? You can do so at anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft, or https://patreon.com/seekingwitchcraft --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/support

This episode features an exciting interview with Jason Mankey! Jason is a Witch, channel manager at Patheos Pagan, eclectic and Gardnerian coven leader, and host of the podcast "Witches, Whisky & Wit." Jason has also authored several Pagan books, such as Transformative Witchcraft, The Witches Athame,  The Witches Altar, and his newest book, "Llewellyn's Little Book of Yule," which will be available to own on September 9th. Ashley and Jason talk about various topics such as what it's like to celebrate both Pagan and Monotheistic holidays (such as both Christmas and Yule), leading and adapting group rituals, working with different tradition energies, alcoholic drinks for the holidays, the Wheel of The Year, and... what to do when you need to use the bathroom in the middle of a ritual!  You can find Jason on Patheos on his blog "Raise the Horns," or on his website at www.panmankey.com/  You can find Ashley on Twitter (@SeekWitchcraft), Facebook at 'Seeking Witchcraft Podcast," Instagram (@seekingwitchcraft), or Patreon (patreon.com/seekingwitchcraft).  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/support

Author Amy Blackthorn joins the show as a special guest! Amy discusses the magical properties of various herbs and oils, how to use essential oil blends for magic, create various potions and brews, how to smoke cleanse your home, and many, many other useful tips! In addition, Amy discusses her three (amazing) books which are perfect for any one wanting to learn how to use herbs, oils, and much, much more, for your magical practice. The books discussed are "Blackthorn's Botanical Magic: The Green Witch’s Guide to Essential Oils for Spellcraft, Ritual & Healing," "Blackthorn's Botanical Brews: Herbal Potions, Magical Teas, and Spirited Libations," and "Sacred Smoke: Clear Away Negative Energies and Purify Body, Mind, and Spirit." All books are currently published and available to order on Amazon. You can also find Amy on her personal website at http://amyblackthorn.com/ ; her botanical website at https://blackthornhoodooblends.com/ , her facebook at "Amy Blackthorn Author," her witchy meme page, "Witchcraft-Down & Dirty," or on her podcast, The Blackthorn Grove (https://anchor.fm/BlackthornGrove). You can find Ashley on Facebook at "Seeking Witchcraft Podcast," the community Facebook group at "Witches Seeking Witchcraft," Twitter (@SeekWitchcraft), Instagram (@seekingwitchcraft), or Patreon (patreon.com/seekingwitchcraft). Thanks for listening!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/support

This episode features a special interview featuring Mortellus—a Necromancer, a mortician, an author, a High Pritestex, and a Witch. Mortellus speaks about what it’s like to work with the deceased, how it’s influenced her life, career, and magic, and speaks upon how to work with death in a magical way. Mortellus is the author of an upcoming Llewellyn book, “Do I Have To Wear Black? Rituals, Customs, & Funerary Etiquette for Modern Pagans.” You can find Mortellus on Twitter and Instagram (@acrowandthedead) or on Facebook (facebook.com/mortellus) The additional person mentioned on the episode is Lea Svendenson and can be found at https://levleloki.com. You can find Ashley on Twitter (@SeekWitchcraft), Instagram (@seekingwitchcraft), Facebook (Seeking Witchcraft Podcast), or the new community Facebook group, Witches Seeking Witchcraft (Facebook.com/groups/witchesseekingwitchcraft). Also on Patreon (patreon.com/seekingwitchcraft) Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/support

This is the final episode of the Astrology mini-series, hosted by both Tianna and Ashley. This episode covers how to work with and perform magic that corresponds with the moon phases, sun phases, and the planets.  You can find Tianna on Youtube  (youtube.com/storybookapothecary), Instagram (@storybookbeauty), or on her new podcast, The Christian & the Witch. (https://anchor.fm/christianwitch/) You can find Ashley on Twitter (@SeekWitchcraft), Instagram (@seekingwitchcraft), Facebook (Seeking Witchcraft Podcast), or Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/seekingwitchcraft). You can also join the new community Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/witchesseekingwitchcraft/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/support

Join special guest Tianna, as she continues her discussion on astrological basics! Tianna explains how to easily read your birth/natal chart and how to understand the planetary alignments within it. There is also a discussion on understanding the specific houses, and even how to read your birth chart to learn more about relationship compatibility with others, and careers (north/south nodes, & mid-heaven).  You can find Tianna on Youtube at youtube.com/storybookapothecary, Instagram (@storybookbeauty), or on her new podcast (The Myrtle & Carol show). The psychic mentioned on the show can also be found here: psychicsun.com/readings  You can find Ashley on Twitter (@SeekWitchcraft), Instagram (@seekingwitchcraft), Facebook (Seeking Witchcraft), or Patreon (patreon.com/seekingwitchcraft). --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/support

This episode is co-hosted by Tianna, who covers basic information about astrology. Listen as Tianna goes over the 12 astrological signs in detail, including discussing the body parts associated with each sign. She also speaks about the elemental correspondences, and discusses the difference between your sun sign, moon sign, and ascending sign.  You can find Tianna on Youtube as "Storybook Apothocary," Instagram (@storybookbeauty), or on her new podcast (The Myrtle & Carol show). You can find Ashley on Twitter (@SeekWitchcraft), Instagram (@seekingwitchcraft), Facebook (Seeking Witchcraft), or Patreon (patreon.com/seekingwitchcraft).  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/support

Have you wanted to get involved in witchcraft, but are you in a situation where being "out of the broom closet" may not be the most viable option? This episode is for all witches who feel that it is in their best interest to hide their practice from others, for one reason or another. The episode covers various ways that you can attempt to hide your practice and blend in your tools and magic, as well as a discussion on sigils and how to create them. It is advised to be safe while practicing and to not get yourself involved in a situation where practicing witchcraft can cause danger to yourself if others find out. Always be safe! Remember--hiding your practice, or not letting others know about your practice does not make you any less of a witch! Twitter (@SeekWitchcraft); Facebook (Seeking Witchcraft); Instagram (@seekingwitchcraft); Patreon: (https://www.patreon.com/seekingwitchcraft) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/support

This episode features Ashley and her special guest Jack as he delves into the world of Tarot. Jack has been practicing Tarot for over 10 years and offers his advice for beginners, as well as speaks upon the various aspects of this divination tool, including the variation in the common types of deck that can be found. Jack also offers book recommendations for both beginners and more advanced tarot readers. You can follow Jack on Twitter (@Jack_of_Wands), or on his blog at: https://jackofwandstarot.wordpress.com/  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/support