Hoof And Horn - A Witch's Podcast

We thought this would be a mini-episode, but we talk a lot! ** Here we discuss our upcoming year-long course, Elementary Witchcraft, a 12 month course for the new or rediscovering Witch, covering the basics of practice, ritual and history facilitated by the members of The Crow, Torch, & Feral Night Coven. Elementary does not mean basic or unnecessary, what you will learn throughout this course will be the framework for the whole of The Craft. Sign up for select topics or the entire course. ** List of Courses & Topics: 1. January - The Solar and Lunar Wheel of the Year *** 2. February - Elemental and Deity Evocations and Invocations *** 3. March - Psychic Development and Spiritual Hygiene *** 4. April - Meditation for Modern Witches *** 5. May - Candle Magic and Spell Writing *** 6. June - Demystifying Magic *** 7. July - Basic Herbalism *** 8. August - General Divination Skills *** 9. September- Ritual Construction *** 10. October - Sacred Drum and Chant *** 11. November - Lineage and Witchcraft History *** 12. December - Trance work and Prophesy *** Quarterly open Zoom sessions for Q&A's, community and check-ins will be scheduled. ***Visit templeoftthehallowedgods.com to sign up! *** Classes start January 21st.

In this episode, Braxis, Samuel and Tamrha discuss working with Ancestors, or Ancestor veneration, in both personal praxis as well as practices around the world. How to start a practice, make an Ancestor altar, recommended books and more. ** Music by Sharon Knight and T Thorn Coyle *** Drop a line with comments and questions at hoof.horn.podcast@gmail.com

In this episode of the Hoof and Horn podcast, Braxis, Samuel and T discuss operative magic as it applies to reproductive healthcare. Many know they want to do something magically when they see injustice in the world but may not exactly know what to do. Samuel describes a spell he wrote that can be customized to one’s local legislature, and T shares ideas for both honey jars and cord cuttings, considering how popular those seem to be. We also discuss what it means to be a magical pillar of community support, a core tenant of the Temple of the Hallowed Gods, and what the ordination process is in the Temple, of which the three are a part. Additional information about our trainings can be found at templeofthehallowedgods.com Music in this episode by Black Market Vinyl. The tracks Monkey Paw, which is about a magical object, and Click Clack, are both off their second album Hymns for the Damned, available on Spotify and at blackmarketvinyl.com Remember to follow us at your podcast service of choice, follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and write in at hoof.horn.podcast@gmail.com

*** In this episode of the Hoof and Horn Podcast, Braxis, Samuel and T have a chat with Mary Betsellie of Magical Moon Garden all about the planet Mercury and its retrograde! We even get into the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial and how that not only pays into Mercury Retrograde, but Johnny's own chart. *** Our guest Mary is a midwife, herbalist and astrologer, all around amazing person, and someone very close to my heart. If you want to know about astrology, head on over to magicalmoongarden.com and get a reading! *** Music in this episode by Sharon Knight and T. Thorn Coyle, 'Estrellas Brillantes' off of Songs for the Waning Year, and The Conjuring from Sharon' album The Witch. *** Remember to like and follow on your podcast app of choice, share with your social media friends and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Tiktok. Questions, comments and episode suggestions can be dropped on our social media or email at hoof.horn.podcast@gmail.com*** And lastly... did you know we leave Easter egg bloopers at the end of our episodes?

On this episode of Hoof and Horn podcast, Braxis, Samuel and I discuss Bealtaine.. or Bealtuinn or Beltane, as well as Walpugisnacht, whether we are Team Johnny or Team Amber and have a bit of a check in after a hiatus. Music in this episode by MetalHorse, including the single Ulf’s Head from their upcoming album. This is seriously one of my favorites. Remember to like share and follow on your podcast app of choice, and drop us a line with any questions or episode requests at hoof.horn.podcast@gmail.com Those interested might also want to check out the new Temple of the Hallowed Gods website, of which our coven, Crow Torch and Feral Night is a part of. Visit templeofthehallowedgods.com to learn more about us, as well as our other covens, study groups and classes including a Deity Year and A Day, and Votary Priestix Clergy Training. And now.. here’s MetalHorse, and thanks for listening!

***In this episode Braxis, Samuel and T have a chat with Elizabeth LaBarca, a Priestess of Brigid, about the goddess Brigid and the sabbat of Imbolg.  *** Music in this episode by Celia Farran used with permission and available on Bandcamp. *** Art used in this episode by Matt Rees and available at mrees.com ***

Welcome back to Hoof and Horn - A Witch's Podast! *** In this episode, Braxis, Samuel and Tamrha talk about the history of Winter Solstice celebrations in European cultures including Saturnalia, Juul, Alban Arthan, St. Lucia's Day, and the Moltron Festival - and in non-European cultures including Dongzhi, Shab-e Yalda, Santo Thomas festival and Soyal. *** Later, the trio discuss ways modern Witches and Pagans can celebrate the Sabbat as well as the ephemera of the holiday, such as trees, ornaments, lights, the Yule log and why Witches and Pagans should really stop saying that Christians stole Pagan customs for the Christmas holiday. *** Music in this episode by Sharon Knight and T. Thorn Coyle, and Damh the Bard. All music used with permission. *** Be sure to stay tuned for our upcoming mini-episode where we'll talk about the food of the season and a bit of kitchen witchery! *** Please remember to follow, like and share on our Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok. *** You can leave us a voice message at our Anchor.fm home to ask questions, comment and even suggest upcoming topics. *** Blessed and Happy Solstice!

In this mini episode, Braxis, Samuel and T tell the myths of An Morrigan and An Dagda, and of Tlachtga and the origins of Samhain *** Stick around for the bloopers at thhe end! *** Visit Hoof and Horn website for links to the Hill of Ward Samhain and more info on these Gods ***

Join Braxis, Samuel and T as they discuss the history and old traditions, themes and modern interpretations of Samhain, Sauin, Calan Gaeaf, and Hop-tu-Naa! Music by Sharon Knight and T. Thorn Coyle, and Celia Faran. *** Visit Hoofandhornpodcast.com for links and resources metioned in the episode. *** All music used with permission *** Have a question, comment or request? Leave us a message on Anchor, or drop us a line at hoofandhornpodcast@gmail.com

Welcome back to Hoof and Horn - A Witch's Podcast! *** In this episode Braxis, T and Samuel speak with Ivo Dominguez, Jr. about his new book The Four Elements of The Wise - Working with the Magical Powers of Earth, Air, Water, Fire. *** We also discuss the Assembly of the Sacred Wheel, creating and maintaining healthy covens and traditions, appreciation versus appropriation, and so much more. *** You can locate Ivo on Facebook and Instagram as well as at his website to keep up with publications, classes, and events *** Music in this episode by Pvrenchymv used with permission. *** Visit Hoof and Horn on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok *** Please like, share and follow!

**** In this episode, T and Braxis introduce their new co-host Samuel! Together they discuss a run in with a "Ken" at a local pizza place, and go on to discuss the topic of WITCHCRAFT AND SOCIAL MEDIA The conversation covered... Protecting one's active spell workings, developing your own symbolism, enjoying the journey of learning before rushing to teaching, not judging one's own practice against social media feeds, and how to preserve one's practice in the age of "likes" and "followers" on Tiktok, Instagram and Facebook groups. **** **** All music by Black Market Vinyl off their new album, Hymns for the Damned located on their Bandcamp page ****

In this episode, T and Braxis interview Sorita d'Este, an author, publisher, teacher, priestess, mother and so much more. A long talk about the Goddess Hekate ensued, followed by a discussion about the upcoming virtual Hekate Symposium. **** Music by MetalHorse and Black Market Vinyl ***  The Hekate Symposium ***** The Covenant of Hekate  ***** MetalHorse ***** MetalHorse on Spotify ***** Black Market Vinyl ***** Black Market Vinyl on Spotify ***** All music used with permission. **** Drop us a line with comments and episode requests at hoof.horn.podcast@gmail.com

Join TRex and Braxis for Entemann's Double Chocolate Cake, Private Selection Chocolates and a discussion on Pagan Leadership - The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly. From abuse signs, ego maniacs and the Biggest, Baddest Witch on the Block syndrome, to what makes for good leadership and ways to cut the drama online. *** Music by Wendy Rule and Daemonia Nymphe *** 

In this episode, T and Braxis talk about the symbolism in the High Priestess and Empress tarot cards, and then review the Nightmare Before Christmas tarot deck *** Images can be found on our TikTok, IG and Facebook accounts (all of which you should follow and like and love!) *** Music by MetalHorse and Black Market Vinyl!*** 

In this episode, T and Braxis talk about the Full Moon in Virgo, our new tarot project, discuss the first two Major Arcana, taste test key lime M&Ms, and review the Golden Girls Tarot deck! *** Music by Daemonia Nymphe, used with permission. Tracks "Daemonos" from the album "Krataia Asterope" and "Nemesis Rhamnousia" from Psychostasia. **** Hoof and Horn is now on Tiktok! Follow us! @hoof.horn.podcast *** Drop us a line at hoof.horn.podcast@gmail.com for requests, topic ideas and questions

In this episode, T and Braxis chat about the Goddess Hekate! From her known beginnings as a Titan to the Goddess so popular today, they cover Her history, symbolism, ways to make offerings and more. *** Music by Sharon Knight and Winter, and Wendy Rule, used with permission. *** Do you work with this Goddess? Send us a message through Facebook or Insta, or email us at hoof.horn.podcast@gmail.com

In this episode, while munching snacks and consuming two horns of mead, T Rex and Braxis completely nerd out over music! ** Perfect for any Gen X'ers out there! ** They name and discuss their 'Upper Echelon' (bands that can't really be ranked), their top 10 faves and a few 'honorable mentions' at the end. **  Music in this episode by Black Market Vinyl, MetalHorse and Pvrenchymv, used with permission. ** See the show notes at Hoof and Horn website for ll the band links, and T and Brax's favorite songs ** Remember to share, link and follow us on Instagram and Facebook

In this episode, T and Braxis discuss getting involved with and supporting the Black Lives Matter movement. *** Additional resources in the show notes on the Hood & Horn website. *** For our Witches in the Trenches (WITT) segment, we chat with Hilary Parry Haggerty, professional tarot reader! Our conversation touches on forming proper questions for the tarot, enchanting cards, tarot in spellwork, crafting with the tarot, using decks where the people look like you, the new Nightmare Before Christmas deck (which T thinks is really just stolen from her 20 year old notebook) and what the Devil and Death cards really mean. *** Live music by The 13th Way (Silent Stone) and Sharon Knight (The Conjuring)***

In this episode of the Hoof & Horn Podcast, we add to our Witches in the Trenches series by speaking with Jasmyne Ambrosia of 3rd Eye Fortunes. We discussed the classes she teaches through 3rd Eye and we get a Witch Tip on the 3 C's... Keeping in Clean, keeping it Cleansed and keeping it Consecrated! *** Later T and Braxis discuss Trance work, Seidth and Drawing Down the Moon. *** Music in this episode by Damh the Bard and then MetalHorse, live from Indy Pagan Pride Day 2019. *** Please follow and share! *** Find Jasmyne on Facebook at 3rd Eye Fortunes and on YouTube at Jasmyne Ambrosia.

In this episode, T and Braxis talk with Elizabeth LaBarca, High Priestess of Novices of the Old Ways Connecticut and Priestess of Brigid about leaning into spirituality during times of crisis. Topics the trio cover range from self-care and community service to ancestor work and the wisdom of not pissing off southern Italian witches. ;) ****Music by Sharon Knight, used with permission *** Tracks Hail Brigid off the album "Songs for the Strengthening Sun" and Serpent Wine (A Hecate chant) from the album Witch Moon. *** Purchase her music at bandcamp.com *** Full show notes at Hoofandhornpodcast.com ***