Seeking Witchcraft

This episode features guest Tom McArthur as he and talks all about the Greek Magical Papyri, also known as the PGM! This advanced topic is easily explained by Tom and is filled with tons of interesting historical information. You can find Tom on Twitter at @tommcarthur777, or at the "Cross Country Witchcraft" blog which will become live on October 31st.  If you want to learn more, you can also check out this video of Tom presenting the PGM on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEpsPuAI1aI&feature=youtu.be You can find Ashley on Twitter (@SeekWitchcraft), Instagram (@seekingwitchcraft), Facebook (Seeking Witchcraft Podcast), or the community group ("Witches Seeking Witchcraft"). Want to support the show and gain access to cool bonus events and features? You can do so on Patreon at https://patreon.com/seekingwitchcraft --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/support

"Mabon" as you know it is a lie--listen in to special guest Seamus (from the LBGTQ Witchcraft episode) he discusses why this is. Also, stay tuned through the end to hear some spicy Craft history!  You can find Ashley on Instagram at @seekingwitchcraft, Twitter at @SeekWitchcraft, Facebook at "Seeking Witchcraft Podcast", or the Facebook Community Group under "Witches Seeking Witchcraft."  Want to support the show and gain access to bonus material and community events? You can do so at 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 Pagan author Thorn Mooney! Ashley and Thorn discuss her book "Traditional Wicca: A Seeker's Guide" and her new soon-to-come book. The discussion continues into topics of unrealistic self-expectations in the Craft, the experience of reading versus "doing," comparing your magical journey to others, the changes in the online witchcraft community (including generational differences), gatekeeping and elitism within the craft, and other various topics. You can find Thorn on Instagram at @ThornTheWitch, Twitter at @TarotSkeptic, YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/drawingKenaz or Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thornthewitch You can find Ashley on Instagram at @seekingwitchcraft, Twitter at @SeekWitchcraft, Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/seekingwitchcraft, or the Facebook Community Group under "Witches Seeking Witchcraft."  Want to support the show and gain access to bonus material and community events? You can do so at https://www.patreon.com/seekingwitchcraft --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/support

DISCLAIMER: This episode is intended ONLY for those over the legal adult age of 18+. The information provided in this episode is offered as an educational tool on various mind altering substances for ritualistic purposes.  This episode features Eric as he discusses various mind altering substances used in witchcraft practice today. This includes wine, incense, and flying ointment. Eric also gives a recipe for an easy-to-create flying ointment. You can find him on Instagram at @faeryangus or Tumblr at ioqayin.tumblr.com. Information on Faery Witchcraft can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/andersonfaery/ Link to article mentioned by Ashley of the sleeping boy and the Devil: https://yonder109372097.wordpress.com/2020/01/14/unawake-and-unsleeping-hypnagogic-prayer-and-invocation-in-witchcraft/?fbclid=IwAR2JOOoMRQt3i9bZ44aMJY2i5LiEqz4btDu7weeaCGWQs1jWqx4e6Udkf6E You can find Ashley on Twitter @SeekWitchcraft, Instagram @seekingwitchcraft, Facebook "Seeking Witchcraft Podcast," or the Community Facebook Group "Witches Seeking Witchcraft."  Want to help support the show and gain access to bonus material? You can do so at 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 a discussion between four Witches (Ashley, Kim, Tianna, & Azaizall) on the term "Baby Witches." You can find Kim on Instagram at @ravens_lenore. Tianna can be found on Twitter (@ChristianNWitch), Instagram (@thechristianandthewitch), or her podcast, "The Christian and The Witch." Azaizall can be found on Instagram (@azaizall and @hoof_and_horn_photography), or his new podcast, "Feast of Torches" (coming soon). You can get in touch with Ashley on Twitter (@SeekWitchcraft), Instagram (@seekingwitchcraft), Facebook (Witches Seeking Witchcraft), or the community Facebook group (Witches Seeking Witchcraft). Interested in supporting the podcast and getting access to special bonus features and events? You can do so at https://patreon.com/seekingwitchcraft --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/seekingwitchcraft/support

This is a bonus episode to celebrate receiving half a million plays! Ashley thanks the listeners and reads a short story she wrote about a soul's journey, with heavy ties on reincarnation. This episode features a short reflection on the Seeking Witchcraft podcast, and gives shout outs to other podcasts, people, and sites that have been influential. Thank you to everyone for 500k+ plays! Sassafrass's "The Heart of Witchcraft" Podcast: https://anchor.fm/heartofwitchcraft Tianna's "The Christian & the Witch" Podcast: https://anchor.fm/christianwitch Azaizall's "Feast of Torches" Podcast: https://anchor.fm/feast-of-torches To find a coven: https://www.mandragoramagika.com/ "Gardnerian Seekers & Initiates" on Facebook You can find Ashley at Twitter (@SeekWitchraft), Instagram (@seekingwitchcraft), Facebook at "Seeking Witchcraft Podcast," or the community Facebook group "Witches Seeking Witchcraft."  Want to support the podcast and gain access to bonus features? Check out the show's 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 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