

The Coven of Awesomeness Podcast
Coven of Awesomeness
Co-hosts Renee and Louise are a couple of witches living a magical life in the real world. In their podcast, they discuss everyday wellbeing through the lens of witchcraft and bring you their advice for living your most awesome life. They talk about everything from pop culture to spiritual healing to astrology and beyond. No matter the topic, they bring a witchy perspective to the conversation. If you want to weave witchcraft into your lifestyle, they'll show you how. Renee is the creator of the blog Awesome on 20 Kitchen Magic, a food and lifestyle blog for witches who love junkfood. She's also the witch behind Sagittarian Tarot where she offers spiritual coaching through tarot and spellwork along with witchy workshops and events.Louise is a mental health professional and practicing witch who brings a psychological perspective along with a deep love of crystals, dinosaurs, and spiritual wellbeing. If you're witch curious, have a deep spiritual practice, or you're just looking for simple ways to love your life a little bit more, this show is for you. For show notes, recipes, witch tips, and more, check out awesomeon20.com and follow on Instagram @renee_awesomeon20 or @louise_awesomeon20.
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Feb 27, 2025 • 1h 13min
194 - Body Changes During Perimenopause with Emma McElhinney
Send us a textThis week, we're joined by the incredible Emma McElhinney of Eat Move Win. Emma is a perimenopause specialist and behavior change coach who helps women feel awesome as they navigate their Queenager era.We start the show with witchy wisdom, sharing our tips on how you can take a miserable cave of an office and turn it into a higher vibe atmosphere. We share covert tips for protecting your energy, cleansing your space, and bringing a feeling of vibrancy into a stagnant space.Then Emma blows our minds as she helps us understand what the hell is happening to our bodies once perimenopause sets in. With her deep well of knowledge and unmistakable sense of humor, Emma shares powerful wisdom and practical tips to help us come to grips with what we're experiencing. Then we all share what's making us feel awesome. Renee is buzzing after a highly aligned weekend of event Tarot readings. Louise is learning to kick imposter syndrome in the ass, and Emma is feeling the benefits of an intentional gratitude practice.Follow Emma on Facebook and Instagram.For complete show notes and links, go to awesomeon20.com/episode194Follow Renee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Renee_awesomeon20/Follow Louise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Louise_awesomeon20/Support the showIf you're able, give this podcast your support by joining the International Coven of Awesomeness on Patreon so we can keep sharing witchy content for that's free for all.Get your free ebook How to Work with the Moon to Get Things Done.Check out the latest workshop offerings from the STC Witchcraft Academy for both online workshops and in-person circles in the Glasgow, Scotland area.Find all your favorite recipes and witch tips at Awesome on 20 Kitchen Magick.Book a tarot reading with Renee at Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching. Join the Moon Magic Membership coven to receiving ongoing support in your witchcraft journey. Join our Coven of Awesomeness Facebook group open to everyone.

Feb 20, 2025 • 56min
193 - Signs from the Universe
Send us a textThis is your sign that you've landed on an awesome podcast. Welcome to the coven! This week, we open with delicious food. Louise is making a lactose-free version of one of Renee's signature recipes, and Renee puts a savoury twist on a sweet breakfast classic.Then we dig into exploring signs from the Universe. How do you know when something is a sign? How do you know when your ego is trying to talk you out of being awesome and taking a risk? Getting confident with reading the signs comes with practice and cultivating deep trust in your own intuition. We get into all this and more.Then Renee is finally learning lessons that stick about the value of rest, and Louise is excited about the return of the ICOA book club.For complete show notes and links, go to awesomeon20.com/episode193Follow Renee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Renee_awesomeon20/Follow Louise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Louise_awesomeon20/Support the showIf you're able, give this podcast your support by joining the International Coven of Awesomeness on Patreon so we can keep sharing witchy content for that's free for all.Get your free ebook How to Work with the Moon to Get Things Done.Check out the latest workshop offerings from the STC Witchcraft Academy for both online workshops and in-person circles in the Glasgow, Scotland area.Find all your favorite recipes and witch tips at Awesome on 20 Kitchen Magick.Book a tarot reading with Renee at Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching. Join the Moon Magic Membership coven to receiving ongoing support in your witchcraft journey. Join our Coven of Awesomeness Facebook group open to everyone.

Feb 13, 2025 • 1h
192 - Magic of the Hands
Send us a textWelcome back to the Coven of Awesomeness! This week we have another podcast bestie back with us - Paula from The Guided Bohemian! Paula is here to talk to us about the magic of hands, but first we start off with Witchy Would You Rather. This month we discuss the pros and cons of having hot dogs for fingers, as well as the benefits of having a pause button for life. Then we get into talking about magical hands. We talk about different ways we can use our hands to bring magic into our lives, and Paula teaches us about the differences between palmistry and hand reflexology. We also get to hear all about her fantastic In The Palm of Your Hand service and how she combines palmistry, hand reflexology and spiritual guidance into one awesome treatment.We finish, as always, with awesomeness. Renee has some great film recommendations, Louise has been crafting capes, and Paula is getting to spend some well-earned time with her good friend.Follow Paula on InstagramFor complete show notes and links, go to awesomeon20.com/episode192Follow Renee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Renee_awesomeon20/Follow Louise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Louise_awesomeon20/Support the showIf you're able, give this podcast your support by joining the International Coven of Awesomeness on Patreon so we can keep sharing witchy content for that's free for all.Get your free ebook How to Work with the Moon to Get Things Done.Check out the latest workshop offerings from the STC Witchcraft Academy for both online workshops and in-person circles in the Glasgow, Scotland area.Find all your favorite recipes and witch tips at Awesome on 20 Kitchen Magick.Book a tarot reading with Renee at Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching. Join the Moon Magic Membership coven to receiving ongoing support in your witchcraft journey. Join our Coven of Awesomeness Facebook group open to everyone.

Feb 6, 2025 • 1h 12min
191 - Moon Magick & Astrology with Emma Anderson
Send us a textThis week, we're joined by The Biz Witch, Emma Anderson. We start off with our February tarot forecast, giving you guidance for Aquarius and Pisces seasons. We're digging into our imaginations with patience and letting unhelpful energy fall away.Then, Emma shares her wisdom about how to combine astrology and moon magic to make your life more awesome. She teaches us about the elemental energy of each moon sign so that we can learn to work in harmony with the energy available to us. Plus, she shares some useful tips for tuning into the phases of the moon.Then, Louise is swanning about in some fancy jewelery, Renee is saying no and hoping for a joyful pay off, and Emma is receiving help and gaining some time for herself. Follow Emma on InstagramGet the Magntetic Presence Kit!For complete show notes and links, go to awesomeon20.com/episode191Follow Renee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Renee_awesomeon20/Follow Louise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Louise_awesomeon20/Support the showIf you're able, give this podcast your support by joining the International Coven of Awesomeness on Patreon so we can keep sharing witchy content for that's free for all.Get your free ebook How to Work with the Moon to Get Things Done.Check out the latest workshop offerings from the STC Witchcraft Academy for both online workshops and in-person circles in the Glasgow, Scotland area.Find all your favorite recipes and witch tips at Awesome on 20 Kitchen Magick.Book a tarot reading with Renee at Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching. Join the Moon Magic Membership coven to receiving ongoing support in your witchcraft journey. Join our Coven of Awesomeness Facebook group open to everyone.

Jan 30, 2025 • 1h 2min
190 - Magical Dog Care
Send us a textWelcome back to the Coven of Awesomeness Podcast! This week we have the wonderful Lisa from The Dog Witch here to talk to us about magical dog care. But first, food! Renee is making us drool with buffalo chicken twice baked potatoes, Louise is loving a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich, and Lisa is making delicious ice cream that can be shared with the whole family - two-legged and four-legged! We then chat to Lisa about how to bring some magic into your dog care. Lisa tells us how she got started on the holistic dog care journey, and shares tips and tricks on how to support your dog's body, mind and soul. We finish this week on brand with discussing how we can be more dog. Renee has been loving using some shame-free health apps to motivate and inspire her, Louise has been obsessed with her nails (again!) and Lisa has been discovering a love of herbal teas.Follow Lisa on InstagramFor complete show notes and links, go to awesomeon20.com/episode190Follow Renee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Renee_awesomeon20/Follow Louise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Louise_awesomeon20/Support the showIf you're able, give this podcast your support by joining the International Coven of Awesomeness on Patreon so we can keep sharing witchy content for that's free for all.Get your free ebook How to Work with the Moon to Get Things Done.Check out the latest workshop offerings from the STC Witchcraft Academy for both online workshops and in-person circles in the Glasgow, Scotland area.Find all your favorite recipes and witch tips at Awesome on 20 Kitchen Magick.Book a tarot reading with Renee at Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching. Join the Moon Magic Membership coven to receiving ongoing support in your witchcraft journey. Join our Coven of Awesomeness Facebook group open to everyone.

Jan 23, 2025 • 52min
189 - Imbolc Revisited
Send us a textWe're back for another wheel of the year episode this week. But first, we're sharing our wisdom on how to handle your Tarot and oracle cards. If you've been listening for a while, you already know the answer.Then we're sharing our thoughts on Imbolc, a lesser known and underappreciated sabbat. In between talking about cheese, we also share the significance of what's happening in nature. And we explore how you can harness the energy of Imbolc to make your life more awesome.Then Renee is going all in one work and feeling awesome about it after a period of cognitive dissonance. And Louise shares a favorite reality TV show that truly aligns with the values of The Coven of Awesomeness. For complete show notes and links, go to awesomeon20.com/episode189Follow Renee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Renee_awesomeon20/Follow Louise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Louise_awesomeon20/Support the showIf you're able, give this podcast your support by joining the International Coven of Awesomeness on Patreon so we can keep sharing witchy content for that's free for all.Get your free ebook How to Work with the Moon to Get Things Done.Check out the latest workshop offerings from the STC Witchcraft Academy for both online workshops and in-person circles in the Glasgow, Scotland area.Find all your favorite recipes and witch tips at Awesome on 20 Kitchen Magick.Book a tarot reading with Renee at Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching. Join the Moon Magic Membership coven to receiving ongoing support in your witchcraft journey. Join our Coven of Awesomeness Facebook group open to everyone.

Jan 16, 2025 • 54min
188 - Magic Memes
Send us a textWelcome back to the Coven of Awesomeness Podcast! The festive season is an excuse to eat delicious foods, and we have not been slacking in that department! Renee has made a delicious chicken and bacon pasta, and Louise's family have been gorging on Boursin cheese.We're starting the year off with a silly one - we're talking about memes! As a self-professed Meme Queen, Louise shares why memes bring her so much joy.We finish, as always, with awesomeness. Louise has been using her social media break to read more books, and Renee has been enjoying the new season of Only Murders in the Building.For complete show notes and links, go to awesomeon20.com/episode188Follow Renee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Renee_awesomeon20/Follow Louise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Louise_awesomeon20/Support the showIf you're able, give this podcast your support by joining the International Coven of Awesomeness on Patreon so we can keep sharing witchy content for that's free for all.Get your free ebook How to Work with the Moon to Get Things Done.Check out the latest workshop offerings from the STC Witchcraft Academy for both online workshops and in-person circles in the Glasgow, Scotland area.Find all your favorite recipes and witch tips at Awesome on 20 Kitchen Magick.Book a tarot reading with Renee at Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching. Join the Moon Magic Membership coven to receiving ongoing support in your witchcraft journey. Join our Coven of Awesomeness Facebook group open to everyone.

Jan 9, 2025 • 58min
187 - Shadow Work 2.0
Send us a textWelcome to another time warped episode of The Coven of Awesomeness Podcast. We're bringing you a sticky Witchy Would You Rather this week with a couple of very difficult and shadowy choices.Then we're discussing shadow work once again, and answering your questions about this sometimes unpleasant but necessary healing practice. We disucss what shadow work is and how you can begin to venture into it on your own. We remind you of how to support yourself through this practice and give our thoughts on recording your journey.Then, Renee is squelching her way through a thought provoking film, and Louise is embracing deep gratitude for her good fortune during the holiday season. For complete show notes and links, go to awesomeon20.com/episode187Follow Renee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Renee_awesomeon20/Follow Louise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Louise_awesomeon20/Support the showIf you're able, give this podcast your support by joining the International Coven of Awesomeness on Patreon so we can keep sharing witchy content for that's free for all.Get your free ebook How to Work with the Moon to Get Things Done.Check out the latest workshop offerings from the STC Witchcraft Academy for both online workshops and in-person circles in the Glasgow, Scotland area.Find all your favorite recipes and witch tips at Awesome on 20 Kitchen Magick.Book a tarot reading with Renee at Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching. Join the Moon Magic Membership coven to receiving ongoing support in your witchcraft journey. Join our Coven of Awesomeness Facebook group open to everyone.

Jan 2, 2025 • 59min
186 - Vision Board 2025
Send us a textHappy New Year from the Coven of Awesomeness Podcast! Can you believe we're in 2025? Let's kick off the year with our January Tarot Spread, looking at vibes for the year, how we can make progress, and how we can be part of the collective.Since it's a new year, we're doing our 2025 vision boards. We review what we have achieved in the last year and what we want to achieve in the year ahead. We're talking growth, expansion and adventure over here!We finish, as always, with awesomeness. Louise is taking a social media break over the Christmas holidays, and Renee has been watching Greta Gerwig's Little Women.For complete show notes and links, go to awesomeon20.com/episode186Follow Renee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Renee_awesomeon20/Follow Louise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Louise_awesomeon20/Support the showIf you're able, give this podcast your support by joining the International Coven of Awesomeness on Patreon so we can keep sharing witchy content for that's free for all.Get your free ebook How to Work with the Moon to Get Things Done.Check out the latest workshop offerings from the STC Witchcraft Academy for both online workshops and in-person circles in the Glasgow, Scotland area.Find all your favorite recipes and witch tips at Awesome on 20 Kitchen Magick.Book a tarot reading with Renee at Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching. Join the Moon Magic Membership coven to receiving ongoing support in your witchcraft journey. Join our Coven of Awesomeness Facebook group open to everyone.

Dec 26, 2024 • 1h 7min
185 - What's the Deal with Cacao with Mary Ellen Valverde
Send us a textWe've got a totally awesome guest this week. We're welcoming Mary Ellen Valverde of Nourished by ME to talk about how she uses cacao in her spiritual and self-care practice. But first, she's helping us bring some witchy wisdom to a listener who wants to build up her spiritual tool box.Then Mary Ellen answer's Renee and Louise's burning questions about cacao. How do you make it? Why is it not as delicious as chocolate? What makes it "ceremonial?" Who's it for? And most importantly, how can it make our lives more awesome? As both a spiritual practitioner, a licensed nutritionist, and an Ecuadorian citizen, Mary Ellen shares all her knowledge and experience, and we're so grateful.Then, Renee has been doing some Tarot tutoring, Louise is laughing at some good Scottish weather-related puns, and Mary Ellen is becoming a more confident yoga instructor.Follow Mary Ellen on InstagramFor complete show notes and links, go to awesomeon20.com/episode185Follow Renee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Renee_awesomeon20/Follow Louise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Louise_awesomeon20/Support the showIf you're able, give this podcast your support by joining the International Coven of Awesomeness on Patreon so we can keep sharing witchy content for that's free for all.Get your free ebook How to Work with the Moon to Get Things Done.Check out the latest workshop offerings from the STC Witchcraft Academy for both online workshops and in-person circles in the Glasgow, Scotland area.Find all your favorite recipes and witch tips at Awesome on 20 Kitchen Magick.Book a tarot reading with Renee at Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching. Join the Moon Magic Membership coven to receiving ongoing support in your witchcraft journey. Join our Coven of Awesomeness Facebook group open to everyone.