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The Pagan Temple Podcast is a welcoming space for new and curious pagans, heathens, and animists to explore the basics of paganism. Rooted in an Animist perspective, this podcast takes an inclusive approach, covering topics relevant to a variety of pagan paths. Each episode breaks down complex ideas into simple, easy-to-understand language, with guest discussions, stories, and insights. Whether you're just starting your pagan journey or looking to learn more, join us as we dive into the wisdom of the old gods and the practices of modern pagans. 

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Text me your Questions! This is a full Pagan Parables episode built around the Norse myth of Odin sacrificing his eye at the well of Mimir in exchange for wisdom. It is one of the most theologically rich stories in the Norse sources and one of the most misunderstood. This episode begins with source clarification, distinguishing the well sacrifice from the separate Yggdrasil hanging, then moves through narrative retelling, deep theological context, and modern practitioner application.&nb...
Text me your Questions! Odin gave up an eye for wisdom. Most people know that part. Fewer know who he gave it to, or what happened to that being long before Odin came asking. This episode tells the story of Mimir, keeper of the well beneath Yggdrasil, and what his story teaches about wisdom in Norse tradition. No background needed. In this episode: - Who Mimir is, and why his name is tied to memory itself - How a hostage trade between the Aesir and Vanir cost Mimir his...
Text me your Questions! A complete beginner's guide to Yggdrasil, the Nine Worlds, and the three sacred wells at the heart of Norse cosmology. Learn where the Norse gods live, who the giants really are, what Helheim actually is, and why this cosmic framework matters for modern practice. In this episode, you will learn: The structure of Yggdrasil, the World TreeAll nine worlds and who inhabits each oneThe three wells and their roles in Norse theologyHow this cosmology connects to modern...
Text me your Questions! This episode is for the person who feels drawn to paganism but doesn't know where to start, and doesn't yet feel connected to any specific tradition. Rather than routing them immediately into Norse or Celtic or Wiccan content, this episode meets them exactly where they are. It builds a foundation using three things available to any beginner regardless of background: animism, meditation, and nature connection. These are not a tradition. They are a starting place. The ep...
Text me your Questions! A complete beginner's guide to Norse paganism. This episode covers the history, primary sources, the Nine Worlds, an overview of the major gods, key concepts like wyrd and blot and seidr, what modern Heathenry actually looks like, and an honest conversation about racism in Norse pagan spaces. Support the show Website Community Facebook Instagram Youtube Books
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