Waking Up The Witch

This week on Waking Up The Witch, Amber and Taylar sit down with the radiant Zania, host of the Retrospective Paths podcast, for a soul-nourishing conversation on healing, growth, and the magic of storytelling.Zania opens up about her journey through postpartum depression, the lessons she’s gathered along her healing path, and the inspiration that sparked her own podcast. Together, we explore the importance of self-love and boundaries, the ways music and spirituality can transform us, and how sharing our stories creates deeper connection and community.✨ Themes we explore:Healing through postpartum depressionThe role of self-love and boundaries in personal growthMusic and spirituality as transformative toolsChildhood experiences and their ripple effect into adulthoodThe inspiration behind Retrospective PathsThe power of storytelling and communityThis episode is a beautiful reminder that our paths—no matter how winding—can become powerful medicine when shared with others.Follow Zania on IG @the_retrospective_paths_pod & TikTok @RetropathspodcastSubscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more mystical tales and enlightening conversations.You can WATCH this episode on our Waking Up The Witch YouTube channel or Spotify 👀Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨TikTok & Instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:- Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories and witchy magic.

Enjoy this bonus episode of Waking Up The Witch on Unexplained Oregon Podcast!Welcome to Unexplained Oregon, where the dark, mysterious, and mystical collide. Hosted by Christine and Kim, we dive into Oregon’s most chilling true crime stories, unsolved mysteries, and the supernatural phenomena that make the Pacific Northwest a haven for the unexplained. But this isn’t just a true crime podcast--this week we also explore the magic that lingers in our everyday lives! Join us as we uncover ghostly legends, witchcraft, and mysterious practices like past life regression, intuitive decision-making, and how a magical broom can fuck with you if you mess with it! In special crossover episodes, we’re joined by Taylar and Amber, hosts of a local witchy podcast--"Waking up the Witch, " adding their mystical perspective and deep knowledge of this spiritual practice which connects with the natural world, the energies around us, and the inner wisdom that resides within. From using intuition in the workplace to delving into the realms of past lives and spiritual cleansing, we explore how the mystical and the mysterious are woven into our modern-day reality. Prepare to have your mind opened and your curiosity piqued.Special thank you to Amber Weaver and Taylar PickettYou can find Amber on Instagram:@MoonbeeswellnessYou can find Taylar on Instagram:@TaylarpickettstylesCheck out their podcast:https://rss.com/podcasts/wakingupthewitch/Produced by:Christine Ober

TW: SA, Child Abuse💛If you or someone you know is experiencing sexual abuse please call (800)-656-4673 or visit www.rainn.orgIn this deeply vulnerable and powerful episode, our host Amber opens her heart and shares the first chapter of her story—the moments that shaped her, the wounds she carried, and the path that began her awakening. From a childhood marked by challenge and heartache to the shadows she had to walk through to find her light, Amber speaks with raw honesty, tenderness, and courage.This is more than a story of survival, it’s a sacred unfolding. It’s about reclaiming your voice, choosing love after pain, and trusting the magic that lives within you, even when the world tries to dim your spark.In This Episode, Amber Shares: 🌙 Her early experiences and the challenges that shaped her resilience 🌙 The wounds and trauma she carried into adulthood 🌙 The pivotal moments that cracked her open and began her healing 🌙 How self-discovery, love, and spirit guided her back home to herself 🌙 The power of reclaiming her magic and stepping into her truth✨ A Soul Reminder from Amber: 🕯️ “Your story doesn’t define you, your healing does.”Follow Amber on IG @moonbeeswellness and TikTok @moonbees_medfordSubscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more mystical tales and enlightening conversations.You can WATCH this episode on our Waking Up The Witch YouTube channel or Spotify 👀Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨TikTok & Instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:- Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories and witchy magic.

TW: SA, Child Abuse💛If you or someone you know is experiencing sexual abuse please call (800)-656-4673 or visit www.rainn.orgIn this deeply vulnerable and powerful episode, our host Amber opens her heart and shares the first chapter of her story—the moments that shaped her, the wounds she carried, and the path that began her awakening. From a childhood marked by challenge and heartache to the shadows she had to walk through to find her light, Amber speaks with raw honesty, tenderness, and courage.This is more than a story of survival, it’s a sacred unfolding. It’s about reclaiming your voice, choosing love after pain, and trusting the magic that lives within you, even when the world tries to dim your spark.In This Episode, Amber Shares: 🌙 Her early experiences and the challenges that shaped her resilience 🌙 The wounds and trauma she carried into adulthood 🌙 The pivotal moments that cracked her open and began her healing 🌙 How self-discovery, love, and spirit guided her back home to herself 🌙 The power of reclaiming her magic and stepping into her truth✨ A Soul Reminder from Amber: 🕯️ “Your story doesn’t define you, your healing does.”Follow Amber on IG @moonbeeswellness and TikTok @moonbees_medfordSubscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more mystical tales and enlightening conversations.You can WATCH this episode on our Waking Up The Witch YouTube channel or Spotify 👀Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨TikTok & Instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:- Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories and witchy magic.

✨ Way Back Wednesday ✨ We’re taking it back to the archives, babes! This week, we’re revisiting one of our favorite past episodes while we pause to focus on what we're brewing up behind the scenes. Whether you missed it the first time or you’re here for a little nostalgic magic, enjoy this trip down memory lane with us. 🌙🔮ENJOY 💫In this episode of Waking Up The Witch, we embark on a captivating exploration of the spirit baby realm with the enchanting Kimmy, a gifted Spirit Baby Medium. Join us as Kimmy shares her extraordinary journey of awakening to her innate spiritual gifts and the profound magic she has brought to the world by helping others connect to their spirit babies.Prepare to be spellbound as Kimmy delves into the mystical realms of spirit communication, recounting her awe-inspiring experiences and revelations along the way. From navigating the ethereal landscape of spirit babies to delving into the depths of near-death experiences, our conversation with Kimmy traverses a diverse array of spiritual phenomena and insights.Through her heartfelt storytelling and deep wisdom, Kimmy offers a glimpse into the boundless mysteries of the spiritual world, inviting listeners to expand their awareness and embrace the unseen forces that shape our lives. Whether you're a seasoned seeker or a curious novice, this episode promises to inspire, enlighten, and leave you wanting to know more.Join us as we embark on a journey of discovery with Kimmy, the Spirit Baby Medium, and unlock the secrets of the universe that lie just beyond the veil. Don't miss out on this enchanting conversation that transcends the ordinary and offers a glimpse into the extraordinary tapestry of existence.Follow Kimmy on IG @spiritbabyreadings or go to her website to see all that she has to offer at spiritbabyreadings.com Subscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more mystical tales and enlightening conversations.You can WATCH this episode on our Waking Up The Witch YouTube channel or Spotify 👀Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨TikTok & Instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:- Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories and witchy magic.

WE FINALLY HAVE A PATREON!!! With lot's of different magical ways you can show your support for this podcast! Link below:We decided to give you all a little treat in the main feed with a Patreon Exclusive Guided Meditation for Self Love and Self Worth. This is a completely channeled meditation by Taylar & Amber just for you! So, if you're busy doing your dishes or driving around running errands you might want to come back to this episode when you can take a moment for yourself! We hope you enjoy!💛 With so much love,Taylar & AmberSubscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more mystical tales and enlightening conversations.You can WATCH this episode on our Waking Up The Witch YouTube channel or Spotify 👀Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨TikTok & Instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:- Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories and witchy magic.

In this episode of Retrospective Paths, we lift the veil with Taylar and Amber, the radiant co-hosts of the Waking Up the Witch podcast. Join us as we explore their journey of friendship, feminine empowerment, and reclaiming the real meaning behind the word witch.Together, we dive into deep chats on vulnerability, healing, and the power of storytelling as a path to self discovery. From the beauty of surrendering to the universe to the importance of embracing your inner child.Tune in for conversations of transformation, connection, and the magic that happens when we allow ourselves to be seen. Plus, Taylar and Amber offer a sneak peek into some exciting, soul nourishing projects on the horizon. Let's connect: • Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2427239 • Instagram: the_retrospective_paths_pod • TikTok: RetropathspodcastCredits: • Host: Zania Zamarripa • Producer: Zania Zamarripa • Editor: Zania ZamarripaI want to hear from you!: • Email: retrospectivepathspodcast@gmail.com

PART 2:TW: SuicideIn this heartfelt and vulnerable episode, we turn the mic toward one of our radiant co-hosts, Taylar, as she shares her own story of becoming. From growing up in Centralia, Missouri to creating a life of purpose, beauty, and healing in Southern Oregon, Taylar walks us through the winding path that led her to where she is today.She opens up about the challenges and heartaches that shaped her, the deep love that cracked her open, and the inner work it took to rise into her power as a mother, a creative, and a witch in her own right. This episode is a sacred honoring of the human experience—raw, real, and full of magic.In This Episode, Taylar Shares: 🌙 Her roots and upbringing in Centralia and St. Louis 🌙 The growing pains of adolescence and early adulthood 🌙 How heartbreak and healing invited her into deeper self-awareness 🌙 What motherhood taught her about strength, identity, and softness 🌙 The unfolding journey that birthed Waking Up The Witch 🌙 Why she believes in love, resilience, and staying open through it all✨ Memorable Mantras from Taylar: 🕯️ “Love heals all. Just keep your heart open.” 🕯️ “You are worthy of love, success, and greatness.”This episode is a love letter to anyone who’s ever had to break down to break through. Whether you're in the midst of your own becoming or just beginning to wake up to your magic, Taylar’s story will move you.Follow Taylar on IG @taylarpickettstyles and TikTok @southernoregoncurlSubscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more mystical tales and enlightening conversations.You can WATCH this episode on our Waking Up The Witch YouTube channel or Spotify 👀Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨TikTok & Instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:- Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories and witchy magic.

PART 1:TW: SuicideIn this heartfelt and vulnerable episode, we turn the mic toward one of our radiant co-hosts, Taylar, as she shares her own story of becoming. From growing up in Centralia, Missouri to creating a life of purpose, beauty, and healing in Southern Oregon, Taylar walks us through the winding path that led her to where she is today.She opens up about the challenges and heartaches that shaped her, the deep love that cracked her open, and the inner work it took to rise into her power as a mother, a creative, and a witch in her own right. This episode is a sacred honoring of the human experience—raw, real, and full of magic.In This Episode, Taylar Shares: 🌙 Her roots and upbringing in Centralia and St. Louis 🌙 The growing pains of adolescence and early adulthood 🌙 How heartbreak and healing invited her into deeper self-awareness 🌙 What motherhood taught her about strength, identity, and softness 🌙 The unfolding journey that birthed Waking Up The Witch 🌙 Why she believes in love, resilience, and staying open through it all✨ Memorable Mantras from Taylar: 🕯️ “Love heals all. Just keep your heart open.” 🕯️ “You are worthy of love, success, and greatness.”This episode is a love letter to anyone who’s ever had to break down to break through. Whether you're in the midst of your own becoming or just beginning to wake up to your magic, Taylar’s story will move you.Follow Taylar on IG @taylarpickettstyles and TikTok @southernoregoncurlSubscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more mystical tales and enlightening conversations.You can WATCH this episode on our Waking Up The Witch YouTube channel or Spotify 👀Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨TikTok & Instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:- Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories and witchy magic.

In this episode, we welcome back our radiant friend Danielle Rosado ~ intuitive astrologer, cosmic guide, and deep feeler, for a soulful conversation about the powerful astrological energy shaping 2025 and beyond.Together, we explore the major transits lighting up the sky and how they reflect both the intensity and the potential of this moment in history. Danielle offers profound insights on how astrology mirrors collective patterns, reminds us of the wisdom of the past, and invites us to step into our unique medicine for the future.We talk about:Navigating turbulent times through the lens of astrologyThe importance of community and nervous system careEmbracing your soul’s role during this era of changeThis episode is an invitation to ground into hope, align with the cosmos, and remember that transformation begins within. Light a candle, take a breath, and tune into this timely conversation.Follow Danielle on IG @alignwithdanielleSubscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more mystical tales and enlightening conversations.You can WATCH this episode on our Waking Up The Witch YouTube channel or Spotify 👀Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨TikTok & Instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:- Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories and witchy magic.

This is Part 2TW: Addiction, Overdose, Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Child Abuse, Miscarriage. Please listen with caution and take care of yourself.In this deeply heartfelt episode, Taylar sits down with one of her oldest friends, Madison, for an honest conversation about growing up, addiction, healing, and the messy beauty of transformation. What unfolds is a powerful story of resilience, friendship, and reclaiming self-worth after years of struggle.Together, they reflect on childhood experiences that shaped their relationships, self-image, and the paths they took through adolescence and early adulthood. Madison bravely shares her journey through addiction, the impact of toxic relationships, and the legal and emotional consequences that followed. Through it all, she speaks with raw vulnerability about what it takes to come home to yourself, break generational patterns, and begin again.This episode is a reminder that healing isn’t linear, that we’re never truly alone in our struggles, and that the willingness to share our stories can become medicine for both ourselves and others.💛If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction you can call (844) 289-0879 or visit www.drughelpline.org💛If you or someone you know is experiencing sexual abuse please call (800)-656-4673 or visit www.rainn.org💛If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal ideation please call or text 988 or visit www.988lifeline.orgFollow Madison on IG @starfacedxmadSubscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more mystical tales and enlightening conversations.You can WATCH this episode on our Waking Up The Witch YouTube channel or Spotify 👀Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨TikTok & Instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:- Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories like Madison’s.

This is Part 1TW: Addiction, Overdose, Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Child Abuse, Miscarriage. Please listen with caution and take care of yourself.In this deeply heartfelt episode, Taylar sits down with one of her oldest friends, Madison, for an honest conversation about growing up, addiction, healing, and the messy beauty of transformation. What unfolds is a powerful story of resilience, friendship, and reclaiming self-worth after years of struggle.Together, they reflect on childhood experiences that shaped their relationships, self-image, and the paths they took through adolescence and early adulthood. Madison bravely shares her journey through addiction, the impact of toxic relationships, and the legal and emotional consequences that followed. Through it all, she speaks with raw vulnerability about what it takes to come home to yourself, break generational patterns, and begin again.This episode is a reminder that healing isn’t linear, that we’re never truly alone in our struggles, and that the willingness to share our stories can become medicine for both ourselves and others.💛If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction you can call (844) 289-0879 or visit www.drughelpline.org💛If you or someone you know is experiencing sexual abuse please call (800)-656-4673 or visit www.rainn.org💛If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal ideation please call or text 988 or visit www.988lifeline.orgFollow Madison on IG @starfacedxmadSubscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more mystical tales and enlightening conversations.You can WATCH this episode on our Waking Up The Witch YouTube channel or Spotify 👀Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨TikTok & Instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:- Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories like Madison’s.

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Christine for a vulnerable and inspiring conversation about her life journey — from growing up in a complex family dynamic to navigating love, identity, and faith on her own terms.Christine opens up about the experiences that shaped her, including the challenges of parenting on the move as a military spouse, returning to school to pursue social work, and the inner healing that led her to become a therapist. We talk about trauma, anxiety, and the healing power of EMDR therapy, as well as the spiritual threads that have always been present in her life.She also shares about her podcast Unexplained Oregon, where she and her best friend dive into the creepy, mysterious, and unexplainable side of the Pacific Northwest — bringing in their own humor, curiosity, and love of the weird.This one is for anyone on a path of self-discovery, healing, and learning to trust their own voice.Follow Christine's Podcast on IG & TikTok @unexplainedoregon and Click here to listen to Unexplained OregonSubscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more mystical tales and enlightening conversations.You can WATCH this episode on our Waking Up The Witch YouTube channel or Spotify 👀Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨TikTok & Instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:- Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories like Christine's.

In this week’s heart-centered conversation, we sit down with Joanne Starkman, the founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Innersense Organic Beauty. Joanne shares the powerful story behind her evolution from a professional stylist to a clean beauty pioneer, and how the birth of her daughter, Morgan, shaped her life's mission in the most unexpected and profound way.We explore how motherhood, intuition, and a deep desire to create safer solutions in the beauty industry led Joanne and her husband Greg to build Innersense—an award-winning brand that prioritizes health, performance, and the well-being of both people and planet.This episode is a love letter to conscious living, to making empowered choices, and to trusting your inner guidance—even when the path ahead is uncertain.✨ We talk about:Joanne’s early calling to beauty and healingHer daughter’s diagnosis with William’s Syndrome and how it shifted everythingBuilding a clean beauty brand with purpose at the centerListening to your inner voice in both business and lifeHow caring for your hair can be a sacred ritualWhether you're a beauty lover, a conscious consumer, or someone walking their own path of purpose, Joanne’s story is sure to inspire.Follow Joanne on IG @joannestarkman and Innersense Organic Beauty @innersenseorganicbeautyYou can Order Innersense Organic Beauty here:https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1131976&u=3564985&m=72573&urllink=&afftrack=Subscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more mystical tales and enlightening conversations.Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨TikTok & Instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:- Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories like Joanne's.

*We had too much fun gossiping and gabbing with Alyssa that this episode is broken into 2 parts ~ This is part 2..go back and listen to part 1!In this episode, we’re joined by the fabulously iconic Alyssa Polinsky — her instagram is where astrology gets dressed up in designer and spills the Bravo-flavored tea. 🫖Alyssa is your go-to astrologer for all things stylish and unhinged. She’s the creator of StarsxAlyssa, where birth charts meet Bravo, fashion gets cosmic, and every Mercury retrograde is a meme waiting to happen. 💅✨From Venus sign styling tips to zodiac roast sessions, Alyssa blends astrology, pop culture, and 20+ years of fashion experience into content that’s equal parts chic and chaotic. You might’ve caught her on Summer House or heard her hot takes on your fave podcasts—but really, she’s just here to make the stars make sense (and look good doing it). 💁‍♀️Whether you're astrology-obsessed, Bravo-addicted, or just here for the laughs and lewks, this episode is serving it all.Follow Alyssa on IG @starsxalyssaSubscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more mystical tales and enlightening conversations.Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨TikTok & Instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:- Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories like Alyssa's.

In this episode, we’re joined by the fabulously iconic Alyssa Polinsky — her instagram is where astrology gets dressed up in designer and spills the Bravo-flavored tea. 🫖Alyssa is your go-to astrologer for all things stylish and unhinged. She’s the creator of StarsxAlyssa, where birth charts meet Bravo, fashion gets cosmic, and every Mercury retrograde is a meme waiting to happen. 💅✨From Venus sign styling tips to zodiac roast sessions, Alyssa blends astrology, pop culture, and 20+ years of fashion experience into content that’s equal parts chic and chaotic. You might’ve caught her on Summer House or heard her hot takes on your fave podcasts—but really, she’s just here to make the stars make sense (and look good doing it). 💁‍♀️Whether you're astrology-obsessed, Bravo-addicted, or just here for the laughs and lewks, this episode is serving it all.*We had too much fun gossiping and gabbing with Alyssa that this episode is broken into 2 parts ~ Come back next week for part 2!Follow Alyssa on IG @starsxalyssaSubscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more mystical tales and enlightening conversations.Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨ TikTok & Instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:- Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories like Alyssa's.

Buckle up, witches — 2025 is not a quiet year in the cosmos. In this episode, Taylar and I dive deep into the major astrological transits unfolding this year, including the powerful planetary shifts that only happen once in a generation (or longer). With several outer planets moving into new signs, we’re entering a brand new era — collectively and personally.We explore what these long-term planetary transits mean, reflect on historical moments from the last time these energies moved through the zodiac, and share how this wisdom can help us prepare, stay grounded, and find hope through times of transformation.If you’ve been sensing that something major is in the air — you’re right. But don’t worry: we’re in this together. Let’s navigate the stars with curiosity, courage, and a little witchy magic.Subscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more magical stories and enlightening conversations.Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨~ tiktok & instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:~ Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories and elevated, real conversations.

After a long (and much-needed) hiatus, Waking Up The Witch is BACK for Season 4 — and we’re coming in hot! In this episode, Taylar and I (Shaina) catch up on everything that’s unfolded in our lives over the past 6–8 months. From personal transformations to new projects, we’re sharing it all.But we’re not just talking updates — we’re diving deep into the fiery emotions stirring in our hearts as we navigate the current political climate here in the U.S. This administration has us feeling furious, activated, and more committed than ever to the fight for justice, autonomy, and liberation.Tune in for an honest, vulnerable, and passionate convo that blends life updates with the kind of witchy, revolutionary energy you’ve come to know and love. We’re so grateful to be back in your ears and can't wait to walk this next season with you.Subscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more magical stories and enlightening conversations.Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨ ~ tiktok & instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:~ Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories and elevated, real conversations.

We’re back, witches! After a long break, we’re so excited to return with Season 4 of Waking Up The Witch. COMING SOON!We’re passionate about sharing stories of self-discovery, resilience, and transformation. This season, we’re diving deeper than ever, amplifying voices from all walks of life! We’ll also be talking about the current political climate and our thoughts on human rights because, let’s face it, these conversations are more important than ever!So buckle up on your broomsticks and let's fucking goooooooo ghouls! Thank you for being part of this community. We can’t wait to share what’s next!Stay tuned, and get ready to wake up with us once again!

In this episode of Waking Up the Witch, we have the pleasure of talking with Dana Aronson, a dedicated herbalist whose journey began in an herb shop in the Bay Area. Dana shares her path from her early days working with herbs to her formal education at the Berkeley School of Herbal Studies. We explore her work providing acute care and first aid at gatherings and festivals, and her current role at a local cancer research herb clinic in southern Oregon.Dana's story is one of passion and commitment to the healing power of herbs. She discusses the transformative experiences that led her to herbalism, the rigorous training she underwent, and the rewarding work she does today. Dana also touches on her inspiration from renowned herbalist Rosemary Gladstar and her involvement with the herbal community.Dana Aronson is a trained clinical herbalist who takes joy in community based, hands-on learning. She focuses her studies on bio-regional plants from the Pacific Northwest and intertwines them into her small practice and teachings. She believes in offering accessible herbal medicine and digestible herb information so that people can feel empowered around their health. Dana’s interests include mobile first aid clinics, working with folks around addiction, and harm reduction. www.wildkinbotanicals.comResources Mentioned:- HerbRally.com https://herbrally.com- Berkeley School of Herbal Studies- Rosemary Gladstar's Books and TeachingsSubscribe to "Waking Up the Witch" for more magical stories and enlightening conversations.Connect with us on social media, and don't forget to leave a magical review! 🧙‍♀️✨ tiktok & instagram @wakingupthewitchSupport the Podcast:- Patreon : patreon.com/wakingupthewitchThank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and rate our podcast wherever you're listening now and share it with your friends. Your support helps us continue to bring you inspiring stories like Dana's.