This month, Raegan talks to author and social media pixie Brett Hollyhead about his book "Sabrina: Discovering the Goddess of the River Severn". Also swans, environmentalism and a bit of crochet.Plus, Raegan's Book of the Month and Samhain planning.Follow the podcast @witchingaroundpodcast on Instagram and Threads and @AWitchsPodcast on Facebook, plus you can email us at witchingaroundpodcast@gmail.com Follow Brett @witch_of_salopia on Instagram, Threads and TikTokFollow Raegan @raeganshanti on Facebook, Instagram and Threads
Meow! This month, Raegan talks to author and Druid Andrew Anderson about the myths, folklore and magic surrounding cats. Plus two book recommendations!CW: this episode briefly mentions pet loss. For further support, Raegan recommends the Facebook group Tuna Tributes: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1580014995428147Follow our guest, Andrew Anderson, on Instagram @ajanderson72Follow the podcast @AWitchsPodcast on Facebook and @witchingaroundpodcast on Instagram and Threads. You can also follow Raegan @raeganshanti on all three platforms.How have you been Witching Around?
Lammas blessings!This month, Raegan talks to Ardruna, a Hellenic Pagan who works with Ancient Greek divination method, the psephoi.Follow Adruna on Instagram and Threads @adrunaFollow the podcast @witchingaroundpodcast on Instagram and Threads, @AWitchsPodcast on Facebook, and follow Raegan @raeganshanti on Facebook, Instagram and Threads.
This month, Raegan dives into water with Nico the North Sea Poet, discussing the folklore and magic of the water nymphs.Follow the podcast @AWitchsPodcast on Facebook and @witchingaroundpodcast on Instagram and ThreadsFollow Nico on Threads, Instagram and BlueSky @northseapoet Contact Raegan at witchingaroundpodcast@gmail.com
This month, Raegan talks to Annie, visual artist from bonewitchdigital, about her path working with osteomancy/bone casting and honouring the spirits of the items she uses.Don't forget to stick around at the end for Raegan's book of the month!Follow Annie @bonewitchdigital on Instagram and ThreadsFollow the podcast @witchingaroundpodcast on Instagram and @AWitchsPodcast on Facebook, or email witchingaroundpodcast@gmail.comBooks mentioned in this episode:Throwing the Bones – Catherine YronwodeSinging to the Bones: A bone caster’s notebook – Tava BairdThrowing Bones, Crystals, Stones and Curios – Mystic DylanPractical Magic - Marian Green
Join Raegan this month as they chat with none other than author Christine Ashworth, who is also the sister of Scott Cunningham. They discuss Christine's biography of her brother, the impact he had on the Pagan community and also talk about her magical practice.Books mentioned: Kitchen Table Tarot by Melissa Cynova, Scott Cunningham: The Path Taken by Christine Ashworth and Enchanted Foraging by Ebony Gheorghe.Follow the podcast on Facebook @AWitchsPodcast and Instagram @witchingaroundpodcast
This month, Raegan talks with author Kenn Payne about his gorgeous oracle deck, The Oracle of the Hekatean Path, as well as his journey with the goddess.Stick around at the end of the interview for our latest feature: Book of the Month!Books mentioned: The Tea Witch's Grimoire by S. M. Harlow, Hekate: Keys to the Crossroads by Sorita D'Este and Entering Hekate's Garden by Dr Cyndi Brannen. Find us on Facebook @AWitchsPodcast and on Instagram @witchingaroundpodcast and you can email us at witchingaroundpodcast@gmail.comHow have you been Witching Around?
Welcome back to another episode of Witching Around. Raegan talks to the fabulous author and blogger Lucya Starza about being witchy without breaking the bank, and innovative ways to find magic within your home.You can find Lucya online at www.badwitch.co.ukFollow Witching Around @witchingaroundpodcast on Instagram and @AWitchsPodcast on Facebook, or email witchingaroundpodcast@gmail.com
Raegan kicks off the new year with author, internet personality and cauldron enthusiast Mhara Starling, discussing Welsh folklore and her work as a writer. You can find Mhara @mhara_starling on Instagram and Threads, Mhara Starling - The Welsh Witch on Facebook. And check out her podcast The Welsh Witch Podcast. You can also find Mhara on TikTok @mhara_starling and Youtube @mharastarling2730 Follow Witching Around @AWitchsPodcast on Facebook and @witchingaroundpodcast on Instagram as well as @raeganshanti on Threads. You can also email witchingaroundpodcast@gmail.com and tell us how you've been Witching Around
This month, Raegan chats with internet personality Ysha (@acovenoftwo and @activist.witch) about intersectionality in the Pagan community and effective activism. You can follow Ysha on the Instagram handles listed above and @activistwitch on YouTube. You can support or volunteer for Witches For Palestine by emailing witchesforpalestine@gmail.com Follow the podcast @AWitchsPodcast on Facebook and @witchingaroundpodcast on Instagram, and you can follow Raegan on Threads and Instagram @raeganshanti And don't forget to book your tickets for Witchfest International at www.witchfest.net Referenced Materials: The Radical Tarot by Charlie Claire Burgess Bringing Race To The Table: Exploring Racism In The Pagan Community by Crystal Blanton (ed)
This month, Raegan talks to author Laura Perry about her role in reviving the traditions of Crete and the Minoan people. Discover more at www.ariadnestribe.com and www.lauraperryauthor.com Follow the podcast @AWitchsPodcast on Facebook and @witchingaroundpodcast on Instagram. You can also email us at witchingaroundpodcast@gmail.com
Raegan talks with author and social media personality Moss Matthey about his debut book An Apostate's Guide to Witchcraft and his experiences in leaving a strict doctrine and finding his place in the Pagan community. Featuring special (and interrupting) guest host, Cassie the Cat. It was her 7th birthday when we recorded this interview and she wanted the world to know about it! Follow Moss Matthey on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube. You can follow the podcast on @witchingaroundpodcast on Instagram and @AWitchsPodcast on Facebook. How have you been Witching Around?
Raegan talks to returning guest Jonathan (of Heron Drums) about the intersection of Paganism and Environmental Activism, and what we can do to protect our sacred sites. Follow Sacred Earth Activism on Instagram @sacredearthactivism Follow Witching Around on Facebook @AWitchsPodcast and on Instagram @witchingaroundpodcast
Jenny returns to celebrate the launch of Season 3 with Raegan! This month, they chat with author Joanna van der Hoeven about hedgewitchery and hedge druidry, along with challenges being faced in modern witchcraft. Follow Joanna on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube by searching "Joanna van der Hoeven" Books/authors referenced: Hedgewitch by Rae Beth Nigel Pearson Hedgerow Medicine by Julie Bruton-Seal and Matthew Seal
Fan favourite Rebecca Beattie returns to talk about her latest book: The Way Through The Woods, taking inspiration from the natural world to tackle life's greatest challenges. Follow the podcast on Spotify, @AWitchsPodcast on Facebook, @witchingaroundpodcast on Instagram or email witchingaroundpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how you've been Witching Around this month. Featured tarot deck: The Unfolding Path Tarot by Athene Noctua, Instagram handle @athene_arcana
How do we maintain our connection to nature in a world where we're stuck inside or bound to tech? Join Raegan this month to look at ways to maintain that connection and look ahead to July. If you have any themes or topics to share, please email witchingaroundpodcast@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram (@witchingaroundpodcast) and Facebook (@AWitchsPodcast)
Raegan talks to Taren S, author of Conjuring Dirt and Hoodoo in the Psalms, about her experiences of American Folk Magic and growing up in a community magic tradition. Featuring some interjections from Cassie the cat and Baby Shanti! Referenced works/authors: New World Witchery by Cory Hutcheson, Professor Ronald Hutton and Dr Angela Puca Contact Raegan at witchingaroundpodcast@gmail.com or follow @witchingaroundpodcast on Instagram and @AWitchsPodcast on Facebook. How have you been Witching Around?
Witching Around welcomes its first Listener Guest: Christina! She talks to Raegan about her experience as a visually impaired witch and how that affects the way she practices the craft and participates in the wider Pagan community. They also chat about general magical tips like enchanting jewellery and ways to focus the mind in meditation. App mentioned: Picture This Decks mentioned: The Gaia Deck and The Witching Hour Oracle Deck Follow Witching Around on Instagram @witchingaroundpodcast and Facebook @AWitchsPodcast and you can contact Raegan at witchingaroundpodcast@gmail.com
This month, Raegan talks to Jonathan from Heron Drums about using drumming in rituals, the ceremony of birthing drums and honouring the spirits of the land. Contains drumming by Jonathan Follow Jonathan on Instagram @herondrumsuk Follow Witching Around on Instagram @witchingaroundpodcast and on Facebook @AWitchsPodcast or email witchingaroundpodcast@gmail.com How have you been witching around this month?
Raegan talks to Bianca Kemp of Burgrune about working with herbs, responsible foraging and the infamous Black Thumb Syndrome. Follow Bianca on Instagram @the_magickal_herbalist You can follow the podcast at @witchingaroundpodcast on Instagram and @AWitchsPodcast on Facebook or contact Raegan at witchingaroundpodcast@gmail.com