The Magick Kitchen Podcast

Leandra Witchwood, Elyse Welles
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Jul 20, 2025 • 54min

Weather Magick: How to Work with Spirits of Storm, Wind, and Sky

Send us a textIn this episode of the Magick Kitchen Podcast, Leandra Witchwood and Elyse Welles explore the art of weather magick—from calling in clouds as a child to co-creating with storm spirits as an experienced witch. Learn how to ethically connect with the elements, work with weather deities and nature spirits, and build a reciprocal relationship with land and sky. Whether you're new to elemental magick or deepening your practice, this soulful conversation will inspire you to re-enchant your connection with nature.☁️ Includes:Ethical considerations of weather magickHow to build relationships with elemental spiritsReal-world rituals for rain, fire, and windPersonal stories of magical practice🧙‍♀️ Listen in and remember: magick is not about control—it’s about connection.🗝️ 🕯️CLICK HERE for Elyse's free Guide to Energy Protection. 🌟🧙‍♀️ Take Leandra's Witch Archetype Quiz: https://leandrawitchwood.kartra.com/survey/PW3GxZaS2Aa4 Follow Elyse @seekingnumina, & join Seekers of the Sacred Wild, a free group with weekly live lessons and readings. Join upcoming pilgrimages and container courses here: seekingnumina.com Check out Leandra's uniquely hand-blended teas at The Witchwood Teahouse! https://www.thewitchwoodteahouse.com/ Support on Patreon here for book club, a ritual library, and exclusive videos! 🌙Step beyond the garden gate into a living tapestry of magick. The Rebel Mystic Coven is Leandra's heart-led circle in South-Central PA—a sanctuary for curious seekers to explore, grow, and deepen their spiritual path. Click here to learn more.
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Jul 6, 2025 • 57min

Everyone Can Be a Womb Witch: Understanding Our Cycles for Magic and Health with Angelica Merritt

Send us a textIn this episode we are joined by Angelica Merritt, author of 'Womb Witch', the first and only inclusive book on menstrual cycles and connecting to them on a spiritual level. A trained herbalist, her work is holistically engaged with the ways we can connect to our cycles. Learn more about Angelica and purchase Womb Witch here.🗝️ 🕯️CLICK HERE for Elyse's free Guide to Energy Protection. 🌟🧙‍♀️ Take Leandra's Witch Archetype Quiz: https://leandrawitchwood.kartra.com/survey/PW3GxZaS2Aa4 Follow Elyse @seekingnumina, & join Seekers of the Sacred Wild, a free group with weekly live lessons and readings. Join upcoming pilgrimages and container courses here: seekingnumina.com Check out Leandra's uniquely hand-blended teas at The Witchwood Teahouse! https://www.thewitchwoodteahouse.com/ Support on Patreon here for book club, a ritual library, and exclusive videos! 🌙Step beyond the garden gate into a living tapestry of magick. The Rebel Mystic Coven is Leandra's heart-led circle in South-Central PA—a sanctuary for curious seekers to explore, grow, and deepen their spiritual path. Click here to learn more.
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Jun 22, 2025 • 43min

Sacred Community as a Spiritual Container for Transformation - (S9E6)

Send us a textIn this heart-opening episode of The Magick Kitchen Podcast, Leandra Witchwood and Elyse Welles reunite in person to share powerful insights on building spiritual community through retreats, mentorship, and sacred containers. From immersive pilgrimages to Earth Priestess initiations, they explore how online and in-person spiritual spaces can transform your path. Tune in for stories from Delphi, riverside rituals, guidance on finding the right teacher, and tips for navigating spiritual groups with discernment. Whether you're seeking deeper connection, curious about witchcraft communities, or considering your next spiritual retreat, this episode offers grounding and inspiration.✨ Topics: Spiritual containers & how they work Retreats, pilgrimages & sacred space Online vs in-person community Choosing aligned mentorship Creating ritual through rhythm, rivers & ritual tools🎧 Join us in circle — and discover what it means to belong.🗝️ 🕯️CLICK HERE for Elyse's free Guide to Energy Protection. 🌟🧙‍♀️ Take Leandra's Witch Archetype Quiz: https://leandrawitchwood.kartra.com/survey/PW3GxZaS2Aa4 Follow Elyse @seekingnumina, & join Seekers of the Sacred Wild, a free group with weekly live lessons and readings. Join upcoming pilgrimages and container courses here: seekingnumina.com Check out Leandra's uniquely hand-blended teas at The Witchwood Teahouse! https://www.thewitchwoodteahouse.com/ Support on Patreon here for book club, a ritual library, and exclusive videos! 🌙Step beyond the garden gate into a living tapestry of magick. The Rebel Mystic Coven is Leandra's heart-led circle in South-Central PA—a sanctuary for curious seekers to explore, grow, and deepen their spiritual path. Click here to learn more.
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Jun 8, 2025 • 52min

Hexing the Patriarchy & Reclaiming Hearth Power with Irisanya Moon (S9E5)

Send us a textIn this firelit episode of The Magick Kitchen Podcast, Leandra Witchwood and Elyse Welles welcome back priestess, author, and Reclaiming witch Irisanya Moon to explore the transformative power of the hearth, community care, and magic rooted in radical love.Together, we invoke Hestia, goddess of the sacred flame and communal spaces, and discuss how her wisdom guides us to dismantle patriarchal systems, cultivate inclusive circles, and hold space with intention. From magical activism and daily spiritual practice to co-creating with deities and embracing discomfort as growth—this is a potent episode for modern witches, priestesses, and change-makers alike.Topics include:Hexing the patriarchy with intention and integrityReclaiming the hearth as a site of sacred resistanceHestia’s role in community building & quiet powerAuthentic spiritual leadership vs. hierarchyJoy, ritual, and magic as acts of resilienceIrisanya's new book Hestia and her Substack Heart MagicIrisanya’s offerings & books: irisanyamoon.com🗝️ 🕯️CLICK HERE for Elyse's free Guide to Energy Protection. 🌟🧙‍♀️ Take Leandra's Witch Archetype Quiz: https://leandrawitchwood.kartra.com/survey/PW3GxZaS2Aa4 Follow Elyse @seekingnumina, & join Seekers of the Sacred Wild, a free group with weekly live lessons and readings. Join upcoming pilgrimages and container courses here: seekingnumina.com Check out Leandra's uniquely hand-blended teas at The Witchwood Teahouse! https://www.thewitchwoodteahouse.com/ Support on Patreon here for book club, a ritual library, and exclusive videos! 🌙Step beyond the garden gate into a living tapestry of magick. The Rebel Mystic Coven is Leandra's heart-led circle in South-Central PA—a sanctuary for curious seekers to explore, grow, and deepen their spiritual path. Click here to learn more.
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May 25, 2025 • 44min

Summer Rituals & Kitchen Witchcraft | Magick Kitchen Podcast (S9E4)

Send us a textIncludes a Free Summer Ritual Recipe from Leandra!Summer brings expansion, warmth, and connection—and in this episode of The Magick Kitchen Podcast, Leandra Witchwood and Elyse Welles explore how to align your spiritual practice with the rhythm of the season.We dive into the magic of moonlight gardens, seasonal herbs, and kitchen witchcraft, and reflect on the divine child archetype, inner child healing, and mermaid-inspired embodiment. You’ll learn how to work with summer plant allies like calendula, rosemary, and chamomile, craft intentional spice blends, and use water, light, and play as powerful ritual tools.🎁 Plus: Leandra shares a free summer ritual recipe for grounding your intentions and bringing sacred energy into your everyday meals.This episode offers grounded ideas for evolving your seasonal rituals, reconnecting with joy, and letting the sacred guide your everyday life—from your altar to your garden to your kitchen.Topics Include:Seasonal plant allies for summerMoonlight garden magic & outdoor ritualsDivine child archetype & inner joyWater magic, mermaid embodiment & sensual movementSacred kitchen recipes & intuitive herbalismAn introduction to Sacred Wild Priestess, Elyse’s 12-week immersive container🗝️ 🕯️CLICK HERE for Elyse's free Guide to Energy Protection. 🌟🧙‍♀️ Take Leandra's Witch Archetype Quiz: https://leandrawitchwood.kartra.com/survey/PW3GxZaS2Aa4 Follow Elyse @seekingnumina, & join Seekers of the Sacred Wild, a free group with weekly live lessons and readings. Join upcoming pilgrimages and container courses here: seekingnumina.com Check out Leandra's uniquely hand-blended teas at The Witchwood Teahouse! https://www.thewitchwoodteahouse.com/ Support on Patreon here for book club, a ritual library, and exclusive videos! 🌙Step beyond the garden gate into a living tapestry of magick. The Rebel Mystic Coven is Leandra's heart-led circle in South-Central PA—a sanctuary for curious seekers to explore, grow, and deepen their spiritual path. Click here to learn more.
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May 11, 2025 • 1h 9min

S9E3 - Walking the Poison Path with Coby Michael

Send us a textIn this episode of The Magick Kitchen Podcast, we journey into the enigmatic realm of the Poison Path with Coby Michael, esteemed author of The Poison Path Herbal. Coby unveils the esoteric traditions of working with potent plant allies—those often shrouded in mystery and caution—highlighting their roles in magic, healing, and spiritual transformation.Our conversation delves into the historical and ritualistic significance of these powerful botanicals, exploring how they have been revered and utilized by practitioners throughout the ages. Coby emphasizes the importance of respectful engagement and informed practice when navigating this path, offering insights into the spiritual connections and visionary experiences these plants can facilitate.Whether you're a seasoned herbalist or a curious seeker, this episode invites you to explore the profound wisdom and transformative potential that lies within the Poison Path.Explore More:To delve deeper into Coby Michael's work, including his writings, classes, and offerings, visit The Poisoner's Apothecary.🗝️ 🕯️CLICK HERE for Elyse's free Guide to Energy Protection. 🌟🧙‍♀️ Take Leandra's Witch Archetype Quiz: https://leandrawitchwood.kartra.com/survey/PW3GxZaS2Aa4 Follow Elyse @seekingnumina, & join Seekers of the Sacred Wild, a free group with weekly live lessons and readings. Join upcoming pilgrimages and container courses here: seekingnumina.com Check out Leandra's uniquely hand-blended teas at The Witchwood Teahouse! https://www.thewitchwoodteahouse.com/ Support on Patreon here for book club, a ritual library, and exclusive videos! 🌙Step beyond the garden gate into a living tapestry of magick. The Rebel Mystic Coven is Leandra's heart-led circle in South-Central PA—a sanctuary for curious seekers to explore, grow, and deepen their spiritual path. Click here to learn more.
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Apr 28, 2025 • 49min

S9E2 - Sacred Plant Magic with Amy Blackthorn

Send us a textIn this episode, Leandra and Elyse welcome their friend and renowned herbalist Amy Blackthorn to the Magick Kitchen to dive into Amy’s new book, Blackthorn’s Book of Sacred Plant Magic, exploring how to build deeper spiritual connections with plant spirits through therapeutic practice, subconscious learning, and intuitive divination. Join us for an inspiring conversation on weaving plant magic into everyday life and unlocking the sacred wisdom of the natural world. Find Blackthorn’s Book of Sacred Plant Magic and more at https://amyblackthorn.com/books/🗝️ 🕯️CLICK HERE for Elyse's free Guide to Energy Protection. 🌟🧙‍♀️ Take Leandra's Witch Archetype Quiz: https://leandrawitchwood.kartra.com/survey/PW3GxZaS2Aa4 Follow Elyse @seekingnumina, & join Seekers of the Sacred Wild, a free group with weekly live lessons and readings. Join upcoming pilgrimages and container courses here: seekingnumina.com Check out Leandra's uniquely hand-blended teas at The Witchwood Teahouse! https://www.thewitchwoodteahouse.com/ Support on Patreon here for book club, a ritual library, and exclusive videos! 🌙Step beyond the garden gate into a living tapestry of magick. The Rebel Mystic Coven is Leandra's heart-led circle in South-Central PA—a sanctuary for curious seekers to explore, grow, and deepen their spiritual path. Click here to learn more.
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Apr 13, 2025 • 57min

S9E1 - The Witch's Allies: Animal Familiars, Fetches, and the Truth About Working with Familiars with Dodie Graham McKay

Send us a textIn the season 9 premiere, Elyse and Leandra sit down in the magick kitchen with Dodie Graham McKay, author of 'The Witch's Ally', an incredible book on working with familiars. You'll learn that familiars aren't always animals, and in fact, historically, animals aren't the most common type of familiar. And the polar bear story Dodie shares from her time in the Great White North is one of Elyse's favorites we've ever had told here on the show! Dodie Graham McKay is a writer, green witch, and filmmaker. She is inspired to document and share stories that capture the beauty of nature and the visible and invisible realms of magic and witchcraft. She is the author of the books Earth Magic: The Elements of Witchcraft (Llewellyn, 2021), and A Witch’s Ally: Building a Magical Relationship with Animal Familiars & Companions (Llewellyn, 2024), and her documentary films include The WinniPagans, Starry Nights and the Fibe TV 4-part series Exploring the Sacred. Dodie spends her spare time walking her dogs and facilitating a busy coven. She lives in Treaty One Territory, Homeland of the Métis Nation, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.Learn more about Dodie and get her book at her website: https://www.dodiegrahammckay.com/🗝️ 🕯️CLICK HERE for Elyse's free Guide to Energy Protection. 🌟🧙‍♀️ Take Leandra's Witch Archetype Quiz: https://leandrawitchwood.kartra.com/survey/PW3GxZaS2Aa4 Follow Elyse @seekingnumina, & join Seekers of the Sacred Wild, a free group with weekly live lessons and readings. Join upcoming pilgrimages and container courses here: seekingnumina.com Check out Leandra's uniquely hand-blended teas at The Witchwood Teahouse! https://www.thewitchwoodteahouse.com/ Support on Patreon here for book club, a ritual library, and exclusive videos! 🌙Step beyond the garden gate into a living tapestry of magick. The Rebel Mystic Coven is Leandra's heart-led circle in South-Central PA—a sanctuary for curious seekers to explore, grow, and deepen their spiritual path. Click here to learn more.
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Mar 30, 2025 • 1h 3min

S8E13 - Queer Rites of Passage and Daring to Be Visible in The Queer Community with Enfys J Book

Join Enfys J Book, bestselling author and High Priest of the Fellowship of the Ancient White Stag, as they discuss the vital role of rites of passage in the queer community. They explore the significance of celebrating personal milestones and the complexities of identity within the queer spectrum, particularly bisexuality. The conversation delves into the rich intersection of witchcraft and queer identity, emphasizing empowerment through ancient mythologies and the divine feminine. Enfys encourages authenticity and community engagement in magical practices.
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Mar 16, 2025 • 41min

S8E12 - At the Kitchen Witch's Hearth: Honoring the Season of Spring & Ways to Celebrate the Equinox/Ostara

Send us a textIn this episode... its time to welcome... SPRING! Leandra and Elyse share recipes and reflections on how best to embrace this time of year. Click here for Leandra's Tea Party ☕ and Ostara recipes. 🥚Elyse is  hosting a Spring Equinox Retreat in Havre de Grace, MD! Make and take home a gemstone crystal bottle of protection oil and learn land spirits connection at the oldest river in the world, Mama Susquehanna. Tickets and more info here.🗝️ 🕯️CLICK HERE for Elyse's free Guide to Energy Protection. 🌟🧙‍♀️ Take Leandra's Witch Archetype Quiz: https://leandrawitchwood.kartra.com/survey/PW3GxZaS2Aa4 Follow Elyse @seekingnumina, & join Seekers of the Sacred Wild, a free group with weekly live lessons and readings. Join upcoming pilgrimages and container courses here: seekingnumina.com Check out Leandra's uniquely hand-blended teas at The Witchwood Teahouse! https://www.thewitchwoodteahouse.com/ Support on Patreon here for book club, a ritual library, and exclusive videos! 🌙Step beyond the garden gate into a living tapestry of magick. The Rebel Mystic Coven is Leandra's heart-led circle in South-Central PA—a sanctuary for curious seekers to explore, grow, and deepen their spiritual path. Click here to learn more.

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