Witchy Bites: once bitten, twice witch

It's December and Hanny is telling us all about the Sea Magic! She covers:what it ispotential laws and regulationscorrespondenceshow to interact with sea magic Note: we have new mics and while the sound quality is better... the sound quality is better! Meaning, we picked up some interference from traffic and hand movements. We will make it better next time. We promise! References:https://eclecticwitchcraft.com/water-element-correspondences/https://eclecticwitchcraft.com/water-element-herbalism/https://otherworldlyoracle.com/sea-magic-water-seashells-sand-seaglass/https://otherworldlyoracle.com/how-to-be-a-sea-witch/https://otherworldlyoracle.com/scottish-irish-mermaids/https://witchesofthecraft.com/2012/02/11/the-path-of-the-water-witch/http://seawitch.org/what-is-sea-witchcraft.php*http://seawitch.org/what-is-sea-magick.php*http://seawitch.org/sea-conservation.php**domain listed for sale after podcast episode was recorded. Witch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

After a dazzling display of an aurora over Southern Tasmania, Liz wondered how this phenomenon fits within folklore and witchcraft. Exploring auroras lead Liz down the path of space weather witchcraft - a form of solar witchcraft. In this episode Liz covers:Liz's attempt at science behind space weatherSciencey stuff about aurorasAuroras in FolkloreSpace weather witchcraft. Liz understands that the specifics of space weather will not interest everyone, so please skip the sciencey stuff if needed.  References:Oh booooi this list is long. Cos to get the info into my skull required a loooooot of reading. A lot. A lot- a lot. Oh dear, it's so long that it doesn't fit on this page. Here's the full list of references used to create this episode.Aurora Borealis: the Folklore of the Northern Lights - #FolkloreThursdayMythology of the Northern Lights (theaurorazone.com)EarthSky | The myths behind the southern and northern lightsHistory of the Northern Lights: Myths and Legends | HurtigrutenThe southern lights in Indigenous oral traditions | UNSW NewsroomSouthern 'fire' an omen in Aboriginal culture › News in Science (ABC Science)Fire in the sky: The southern lights in Indigenous oral traditions (theconversation.com)Aurorae – Australian Indigenous Astronomy (aboriginalastronomy.com.au)Starseed Witchcraft: 9 Cosmic Magick Practices for Starseed Witches (otherworldlyoracle.com)Sun Storm and Solar Flare Magick | Magickal Ingredients (shirleytwofeathers.com)The Effects of Solar Flares and Space Weather – Sherrie Locke (wordpress.com)Astrology Links Solar Flares to Earth's Energy | Tarot.comSolar Flares | Circle of the Dolphins (wordpress.com)Spiritual Awakening, Symptoms and Solar Flares – Psychic Spirit in YouWhat are Solar Flares and Coronal Mass Ejections? | National Geographic SocietyWitch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

Hi Everyone, This month Liz and Hanny are (eeep a week late!), but we are celebrating our 2nd anniversary! It's been two years since we started the podcast. This month Hannah goes first discussing ideas for house blessings and cleansings. Liz explores the sustainability of a popular witchy product - sandalwood. Particularly focusing on two main Australian exports. In the podcast we mention Dr Mitchell, but that's the ABC journalists' name. Please see Dr McLellan for the scientific study.Hannah's References: https://tipofthemoon.store/spells/blessing-spell https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/blessing-a-house-cleansing-energyhttps://mildlymystical.com/ritual-for-blessing-a-house/https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/11-rituals-that-will-give-your-new-home-good-energy-240956https://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-9512/how-to-bring-positive-energy-into-your-home-house-blessing.htmlhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/House_blessingLiz's ReferencesGiffin and Row, 2021. The miracles of Australian sandalwood. [Online]  Available at: https://www.griffinandrow.com/our-ingredients/australian-sandalwood/ISO, 2015. Introduction to ISO 14001:2015. [Online]  Available at: https://www.iso.org/files/live/sites/isoorg/files/store/en/PUB100371.pdfMcLellan, R. C., Dixon, K. & Watson, D. M., 2021. Prolific or precarious: a review of the status of Australian sandalwood (Santalum spicatum [R.Br.] A.DC., Santlaceae). The Rageland Journal. https://www.publish.csiro.au/RJ/fulltext/RJ21017Mitchell, S., 2021. Native sandalwood extinction fears sparks push for plantation farming. ABC Mid West & Wheatbelt, 7 October. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-10-07/sandalwood-plantation-push-allays-fears-of-extinction/100518578 Noogar Land Enterprise, 2021. Sandlawood. [Online]  Available at: https://www.noongarlandenterprise.com.au/sandalwoodPullaiah, T. & Das Chandra, S., 2021. History of Sandalwood. In: T. Pullaiah, ed. Sandalwood:silverculture, conservation and applications.  https://www.springer.com/la/book/9789811607790Pullaiah, T. K. S., 2021. Botany of Sandalwood (Santalum album L.). In: T. Pullaiah, ed. Sandalwood: silverculture, conservations and applications. https://www.springer.com/la/book/9789811607790Quintis, 2021. Australian salandalwood. [Online]  Available at: http://quintus.com.au/knowledge-centre/sandalwood/australian-sandalwoodSandalwoodshop.com.au, 2021. [Online].Warndu, 2021. Warndy's Sandalwood nut. [Online]  Available at: https://warndu.com/blogs/aboriginal-bush-tucker-ingredients/warndus-sandalwood-nutWestern Australia Government, 2021. Western Australian Sandalwood. [Online]  Available at: https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/forest-products-commission/western-australian-sandalwoodWikipedia, 2021. Sandalwood. [Online]  Available at: hWitch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

This month Hanny is talking about Traditional Witchcraft from a book written by Kelden. The book is: The Crooked Path: An Introduction to Traditional Witchcraftby KeldenPublished January 8th 2020 by Llewellyn PublicationsISBN13: 9780738762036https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51844841-the-crooked-path She talks about what Traditional Witchcraft is. How it differs from Wicca. Some tools and techniques that really spoke to Hanny! Enjoy xWitch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

Turns out Hanny and Liz have no trouble taking over 3 hours about witchcraft! So we've decided to split the recording into two parts. This month has Liz's topic of Wassailing and Hanny will talk about Traditional Witchcraft in September. ReferencesAugustine, J., 2021. Huon Valley’s Mid-Winter Festival makes epic return. The Mercury Newspaper, 15 July. Burgess, G., 2019. Huon Valley Mid-Winter Festival salute to the apple lives on through pagan festival. ABC Radio Hobart, 11 July. Eat Sleep Live Herefordshire, 2021. The Apple Tree Man. [Online]  Available at: https://www.eatsleepliveherefordshire.co.uk/the-apple-tree-man/ [Accessed 30 7 2021].Marchant, A., 2019. 'Three cheers to the old apple tree!': Wassailing and the affective performances of Heritage. Parergon, November, 36(1), pp. 141-162.Palmer, K. & Patten, R. W., 1971. Some notes of wassailing and ashen faggots in South and Weste Somerset. Folklore, 82(4), pp. 281-291.The Brisbaine Courier, 1876. Article. The Brisbane Courier, 23 December, p. 4.The Uralla Times, 1932. Witchcraft still exists to-day. The Uralla Times, 7 March, p. 2.Wigley, E., 2019. Wassail! Reinveting 'tradition' in contemporary wassailing customs in southern England. Cultural Geographies, 26(3), pp. 379-393.Wikipedia, n.d. Wassailing. [Online]  Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wassailing [Accessed 31 July 2021].Witch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

This month Hanny and Liz had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Kathy Crabbe - a soul reader, astrologer and artist. Kathy lives in California and has studied with the likes of Francesca De Grandis and Susun Weed. We talk about where she started, her art work, creating decks, soul reading and ancestor work. We hope you enjoy x During the interview, Kathy shows Liz and Hanny her nude alien art work. You can see them here: https://www.kathycrabbe.com/nude-aliensFind Kathy on the interwebs:Website: https://www.kathycrabbe.com/aboutInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathycrabbeart/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KathyCrabbeArtWitch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

Episode 23 is all about plants! Hanny is up first talking about Silver Elm! Liz is talking about the Austrlaian Native 'Sheoak'. Silver Elm Resources:Blerick Tree Farm (southern Victoria) http://www.onlinetrees.com.au/p/4181903/ulmus-minor-variegata---silver-elm-tree---varigated-elm-tree-.htmlElms in Australia - Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elms_in_AustraliaField Elm/Silver Elm - Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ulmus_minor_%27Argenteo-Variegata%27Leafy Place - Gardening blog https://leafyplace.com/elm-tree-types-bark-leaves/Elm Tree Symbolism - Magical Spot - https://magickalspot.com/elm-tree-symbolism-meaning/Elm - Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ElmSheoak Resources:Duhoux E. et al. (1996) Casuarina and Allocasuarina Species. In: Bajaj Y.P.S. (eds) Trees IV. Biotechnology in Agriculture and Forestry, vol 35. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-10617-4_5Franche C., Bogusz D., Le Van Q., Phelep M., Duhoux E. (1994) Genetic Transformation of Trees in the Casuarinaceae Family. In: Bajaj Y.P.S. (eds) Plant Protoplasts and Genetic Engineering V. Biotechnology in Agriculture and Forestry, vol 29. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-09366-5_18Drooping Sheoaks: https://www.recreatingthecountry.com.au/blog/the-vegetation-of-the-barrabool-hills-part-4-plant-species-drooping-sheoaks-adorned-the-hills Sheoaks connecting with nature: https://www.recreatingthecountry.com.au/blog/drooping-sheoaks-connecting-with-nature-one-plant-at-a-timeSheoak: https://backyardbuddies.org.au/backyard-buddies/sheoak/Aboriginal Plant Use in south-eastern Australia Aboriginal Plant Use in south-eastern Australia https://parksaustralia.gov.au/botanic-gardens/pub/anbg_educationresources_aboriginalplantuse_150802.pdfSeed notes for Western Australia https://www.dpaw.wa.gov.au/images/documents/about/science/pubs/seednotes/sn07_allocasuarina.pdfAboriginal plants in the grounds of Monash university: a guide https://www.monash.edu/__data/assets/pdf_file/0004/542119/Guide-to-the-Aboriginal-Garden-Clayton-Campus.pdfSeeds: https://herbalistics.com.au/product/allocasuarina-littoralis-black-she-oak-seed/Casuarinaceae: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CasuarinaceaeAllocasuarina: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AllocasuarinaWitch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

For our second tipsy tale, Hanny is reading two different Irish Folktales. The first  story is called: The Queen Beneath the Hill. It is about a fiddler called Ruairi who has an unexpected encounter on a hill. The second story is called 'The Piper and the Pooka of November' where a man called Liam ends up in a tricky situation with a Pooka. Both stories are from: ‘Celtic Tales of the Strange’ by Joanne Asala and illustrated by Marlene Ekman***IMPORTANT*** If swearing and fiddling-with-oneself innuendos are not your thing, you're gonna wanna sit this one out... okay! Okay! Witch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

Hanny and Liz discuss things that they are currently experimenting with. Liz has obtained herself a singing bowl. Hanny talks about The Power Wish by Keiko and The Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine online [not sponsored]. References: Singing BowlWikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standing_bell)Brown, Candy Gunther. “Tibetan Singing Bowls - Los Cuencos Cantores Tibetanos.” American Religion, vol. 1, no. 2, 2020, pp. 52–73. JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/10.2979/amerreli.1.2.03. Jessica Stanhope, Philip Weinstein (2020) The human health effects of singing bowls: A systematic review, Complementary Therapies in Medicine, Volume 51, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102412.Singing bowls are not Tibetan. Sincerely a Tibetan Person: https://www.thestar.com/opinion/contributors/2020/02/18/tibetan-singing-bowls-are-not-tibetan-sincerely-a-tibetan-person.htmlhttps://www.theomshoppe.com/7-easy-ways-to-use-your-singing-bowl-at-home/How to Choose, Use & Care for Singing Bowls | Using Your Bowl for Healing3 things you need to know to play a Tibetan Singing BowlHOW TO PLAY A SINGING BOWL (FOR BEGINNERS) | TheAnayal8ter✨ MANIFEST AND CLEANSE WITH A SINGING BOWL │ VERY POWERFUL ENERGY TO CLEAR BLOCKS & ATTRACT WISHES ✨References: The Power WishKeiko's website: https://www.keikopowerwish.comBook: The Power Wish : Japanese moon astrology and the secrets to finding success, happiness and the favour of the universe by KeikoReferences:  Chestnut School of Herbal MedicineWebsite: https://chestnutherbs.com/ Link to Resources: https://chestnutherbs.com/about/links/Witch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

The first of our Tipsy Tales. We have had a couple of drinks and now we're going to rephrase a folktale in terrible crass language and sidetracked discussions about the characters. We do not aim to offend, but honestly, the protagonist in this story has been called a few names... so if crass tipsy story telling is your thing, this is the episode for you! Story is from: FinlandWitch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

Hey Peeps, This month Hanny and Liz have an in-depth discussion about the statement that our wonderful friend Lynn made; "Centuries old practice is not learned on  TikTok.  Don't school others on lore you read "somewhere".  Chop wood, carry water puppies. There are no shortcuts." -- Lynn Parlett. During the discussion, we cover:What is learning?How adult learners differ for childrenWasps... yeah, there was an interloper or two!How annoying being schooled is... and is it okay to 'school' people?How readily available instruction is in the witchcraft communityIs caring about other people's practice a good use of our time?Are there shortcuts we can take in our practice?Resources mentioned: In Search of the New Forest Coven by Philip Heselton (Peter was sooooooooo close, but it's Philip!). Published: 1st September 2020. ISBN: 9781913768003Pan's Daughter: the magical world of Rosaleen Norton by Nevill Drury [2016]. ISBN: 9781906958411The Witch of Kings Cross (2020): Documentary. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13795322/It turns out there are a few books titled Chop wood, carry water. So Josh's book is not the right one! It is: Chop wood, carry water: a guide to finding spiritual fulfillment in everyday life by Rick Fields. Published 1st December 1984. ISBN: 9780874772098Witch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

Hanny's Links:Eat Well Tasmania - https://www.eatwelltas.org.auDiggers Club Planting Guides - https://www.diggers.com.au/seeds-to-sow-now/Fall is Approaching: 6 practices that help you align with the unique energy of this season - https://www.yogiapproved.com/life/fall-season/Autumn Equinox Rituals : 5 key things to do - https://www.trishmckinnley.com/autumn-equinox-rituals/(This is the one I didn't get to) - Creative Rituals to Welcome Fall - https://beccapiastrelli.com/welcome-fall/Liz's Links:Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wheel_of_the_YearWhat is an Equinox - https://www.timeanddate.com/calendar/march-equinox.htmlDay/Night Balance - https://www.timeanddate.com/astronomy/equinox-not-equal.htmlWitch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

Hanny is back! Back again! Hanny is back! Back! Back! Woohoo. This month Hannah discusses all things Herbalism. She covers foraging of herbs, metaphysically working with herbs, and the 30 day plant challenge by [insert name]. Liz is talking about Forest bathing. She covers what it is, the health benefits and how to do it! Herbalism References: 10 tips for beginning an herbalism practice from Moody Moons - https://www.moodymoons.com/2018/05/31/10-tips-to-get-started-in-herbalism/So you want to be an Herbalist? from Healing Harvest Homestead https://www.healingharvesthomestead.com/home/2017/8/31/my-best-advice-if-you-want-to-be-an-herbalist?rq=Beginning%20herbalHerbalism for beginners : Where to start from Spiral Nature https://www.spiralnature.com/magick/herbalism-for-beginners-where-to-start/Free ideas to learn about Herbalism from the Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine - https://chestnutherbs.com/free-ways-to-learn-about-herbalism-17-resources-for-training-as-an-herbalist/The Plant Ally Project from Wort and Cunning - http://www.wortsandcunning.com/blog/plant-ally-projectForest Bathing References: Your Guide to Forest Bathing: Experience the Healing Power of Nature by M. Amos Clifford [book]Antonelli, M., Barbieri, G. & Donelli, D. Effects of forest bathing (shinrin-yoku) on levels of cortisol as a stress biomarker: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Biometeorol 63, 1117–1134 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00484-019-01717-xDogaru, G. (2020). Forest bathing in cardiovascular diseases – a narrative review. Balneo Research Journal, 11(3), 299–303. https://doi.org/10.12680/balneo.2020.356Kotera, Y., Richardson, M., & Sheffield, D. (2020). Effects of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing) and Nature Therapy on Mental Health: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction, 1. https://doi-org/10.1007/s11469-020-00363-4Antonelli, M., Donelli, D., Barbieri, G., Valussi, M., Maggini, V., & Firenzuoli, F. (2020). Forest Volatile Organic Compounds and Their Effects on Human Health: A State-of-the-Art Review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 17(18). https://doi-org/10.3390/ijerph17186506Witch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

Hi Everyone, Just Liz again for episode 18. This month Liz explores the concepts of Lammas and Lughnasa. She explores the differences between these two festivals as well as how they are similar. She also explores ways in which we can celebrate in the modern world. References:Lammas Fair, Devon https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/exeter-lammas-fair-cancelled-devon-4285091https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crom_Dubhhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tailtiuhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lughnasadhhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lammashttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tailteann_Games_(ancient)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M%C3%A1ire_MacNeillhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puck_FairSites, Sacredness, and Stories: Interactions of Archaeology and Contemporary Paganism Author(s): Robert J. Wallis and Jenny Blain Source: Folklore , Dec., 2003, Vol. 114, No. 3 (Dec., 2003), pp. 307-321 Published by: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. on behalf of Folklore Enterprises, Ltd. Stable URL: https://www.jstor.org/stable/30035121Wallis, R., & Blain, J. (2003). Sites, Sacredness, and Stories: Interactions of Archaeology and Contemporary Paganism. Folklore, 114(3), 307-321. Retrieved December 31, 2020, from http://www.jstor.org/stable/30035121 MacNeill, M. (1988). Ritual Horse-Bathing at Harvest Time. Béaloideas, 56, 93-96. doi:10.2307/20522310 Hooke, S. (1955). Omens. Ancient and Modern. Folklore, 66(3), 330-339. Retrieved December 31, 2020, from http://www.jstor.org/stable/1258141 Notes and Queries. (1884). The Folk-Lore Journal, 2(11), 348-351. Retrieved December 31, 2020, from http://www.jstor.org/stable/1252790 - Lammas houses.  LAMMAS DAY. (1910, August 1). The Telegraph (Brisbane, Qld. : 1872 - 1947), p. 7. Retrieved December 31, 2020, from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article188575126Gailey, A., & Adams, G. (1977). The Bonfire in North Irish Tradition. Folklore, 88(1), 3-38. Retrieved December 31, 2020, from http://www.jstor.org/stable/1259697Witch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

We're a bit late this month! Life has been lifing and we're lifing with it. This month it's all about Music. Hanny talks about Music in magic. Liz covers Binaural beats. Resources for Music and Magickhttps://otherworldlyoracle.com/music-magick/https://qedavathegrey.tumblr.com/post/129182763268/music-in-witchcrafthttps://www.reddit.com/r/witchcraft/comments/u7fpql/music_and_magick/Vincent Price album - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003URC5US/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B003URC5US&linkCode=as2&tag=dangeminds05-20&linkId=IUASEO45SCNIJA6MThe Paper Magician Trilogy by Charlie N. HolmbergThe song is 'In the Middle of the Night by Elley Duhé - https://vimeo.com/695429462Resources for Binaural Beats:Barratt, M., Maddox, A., Jenny L. Davis, J. & Smith, N., 2022. What are 'binaural beats' and do they affect our brain?. [Online] Available at: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-04-01/what-are-binaural-beats-do-they-affect-our-brain/100956002 [Accessed 7 May 2022].Cade, M., 2018. Binaural Beats for Relaxation, Meditation, Focus & Creativity. [Online]  Available at: https://www.mindlikewaterwellbeing.com/post/binaural-beats-for-relaxation-meditation-focus-creativity [Accessed 7 May 2022].Cafasso, J., 2021. Do Binaural Beats Have Health Benefits?. [Online] Available at: https://www.healthline.com/health/binaural-beats [Accessed 7 5 2022].Debbal, Y. N. E. H. B. & Sidi, M. E. A., 2021. Digital drugs (binaural beats): how can it affect the brain/their impact on the brain. Journal of Medical Engineering & Technology, 45(7), pp. 546-551.Drake, M., 2008. Binaural Beats for the Shamanic Journey. [Online]  Available at: https://shamanicdrumming.com/binaural_beats.html [Accessed 7 May 2022].Jirakittayakorn, N. & Wongsawa, t. Y., 2017. Brain Responses to a 6-Hz Binaural Beat: Effects on General Theta Rhythm and Frontal Midline Theta Activity. International Journal of Psychophysiology, 28(11), p. 365.Luna, A., 2022. How to Use Binaural Beats to LET GO of Fear, Pain, and Overthinking. [Online]  Available at: https://lonerwolf.com/binaural-beats-meditation/ [Accessed 18 May 2022].Wikipedia contributors, 2022. Beat (acoustics). [Online]  Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Beat_(acoustics)&oldid=1079816311   [Accessed 7 May 2022].Witch Bites Socials:Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites)Opening/Closing songIndie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - PixabayWitch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

Peeps, It's Samhain. The veil is thinning. The ghosts are ghosting. This month we have ghost stories and other encounters. Liz has a story from 1936 where Captain X declares war on a Ghost. Hanny has a family story and an encounter she had when she was 14! An extra special thank you to Steve, Bob, June, and Jennifer for sharing their encounters. References:DECLARED WAR ON THE GHOST (1936, September 26). Saturday Evening Express (Launceston, Tas. : 1924 - 1954), p. 20. Retrieved April 18, 2022, from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264899010Tales of the Irish Hedgerows - Google Books - book Hannah mentions at the start of the episode Witch Bites Socials:Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) • Instagram photos and videosOpening/Closing songIndie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - PixabayWitch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

We can't believe it's taken 32 episodes for librarian witches to talk about researching witchcraft! Better late than never I guess. This episode is more of a discussion format. We talk about different kinds of resources, how to critically think and evaluate what you're reading. Are resources good or bad? How do we know?References:Monash University:Home - Grey Literature - Subject guides at Monash UniversityFinding and evaluating information - Library (monash.edu)Enhance your thinking - Learn HQ (monash.edu)How to Distinguish between Reliable and Unreliable Sources Online - INKspireThe CRAAP Test - Evaluating Sources - Research Guides at Benedictine University LibraryBooks mentioned:Chapter 6. Study (in) The Witch's Path: Advancing Your Craft at Every Level by Thorn Mooney.Introduction (in) The Poetic Edda by Jackson CrawfordAncient & modern witchcraft / by Raymond Buckland (1970)The Best of Our Worst Reviews | MonaWitch Bites Socials:Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) • Instagram photos and videosOpening/Closing songIndie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - PixabayWitch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

This month Hanny and Liz interview our very own South Australian Witch 'Corregan the Crone.' Corregan has been practicing over 25 years. She's a Priestess of The Cailleach. Her passions include Art Witchery, Kitchen Witchery, Aromatherapy and Herbalism. She is the mama of 3 gorgeous cats and adores Irish Wolfhounds. Could she be any more amazing?We've also added a theme song! Finally!References mentioned in the episode:Boho Taro - YouTube Molly Roberts - YouTubeBooksEncyclopedia of magical herbs by Scott CunninghamThe complete book of incense, oils and brews by Scott Cunningham Complete guide to aromatherapy by Salvatore Battaglia Aromatherapy An A-Z by Patricia Davis Curative Magic, Rachel Patterson The Fragrant Pharmacy by Valerie Ann WorwoodThe Fragrant Mind and by Valerie Ann WorwoodThe Fragrant Heavens by Valerie Ann WorwoodHerbs for Healthy Living: Recognition, Gathering, Use, and Effect by Ute Kunkele, Till R. LohmeyerCulpeper's Complete Herbal, Illustrated and Annotated Edition by Nicholas CulpeperHoodoo Herb and Root Magic: A Materia Magica of African-American Conjure by Catherine Yronwode Decks:Tarot of Pagan Cats by Magdelina MessinaRider Waite Smith by Arthur Edward Waite and Pamela Colman Smith.The DruidCraft Tarot By Stephanie Carr-Gomm, Philip Carr-Gomm, and Will WorthingtonEveryday Witch Tarot by Deborah BlakeGoddess Love Oracle by Wendy AndrewGoddess Dream Oracle by Wendy AndrewForest Fae: Curious messages of enchantment by Nadia Turnerhttp://www.livingaltar.com/oracle-deck.html - the living alter deckEarth Magic Oracle by Steven FarmerCorregan's  Socials:Instagram - Corregan Moon Leopard Corregan The Crone - YouTubeCorregan Creations Etsy Store  Witch Bites Socials:Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) • Instagram photos and videosOpening/Closing songIndie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay Witch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

Yep, your read that right. This episode is dedicated to all things apples! We cover:What apples are (scientifically). Folklore and mythologyWitchcraft! Resources to boot:Wikipedia: AppleMedical medium Anthony William (book)The new healing herbs by Castleman (book)Signs and Symbols: an illustrated guide to their origins and meanings (book)Brooks, I 2015, ‘Apple mythology: folklore and seasonal traditions’, World and I, vol. 30, no. 12 [found in Gale databases]Wikipedia: Apples (Symbolism)Moody Moons: 10 ways to use apples in WitchcraftApple magic; how to use apples in Witchcraft by Greeanmanmeadows (2021). Witch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay

Join Liz and Hanny as they discuss the Tasmanian (Australian) Magic Research Project findings and the types of Folk Magic that was left for us by the British Settlers. Hanny shares some of her family folklore that was brought out to Australia from Ireland in the 1800s. Sources:Evans, Ian (2017). Tasmanian Magic Project: Report of the first field session, March 13-26, 2017. Evans, Ian (2018). Touching magic: apotropaic marks & concealed objects. What they are & what to look for. McGrath, G & Nobel, E (2019, July 17). Magical symbols from Australia's 'forgotten chapter' uncovered in Victoria. ABC South West Vic.Whiting, N (2018, May 19). 200-year-old almanac of sacred charms and folk remedies offers insight into history of magic in Australia. ABC. Jarvis, C (2018, July 13). Tasmanian Magic Research Project final report complete after second field trip of Tasmania, The Examiner NewspaperChampion, M (2015). Medieval Graffiti: the lost voices of England's churches, Ebury Publishing.Morrison, Ian (2018, February 21). Colonial Cunning Folk, part one: William Allison. Archives and Heritage Blog, Libraries Tasmania. Morrison, Ian (2018, February 21). Colonial Cunning Folk, part two: Moses Jewitt and Benjamin Nokes. Archives and Heritage Blog, Libraries Tasmania. Allison, William (1811?). Almanac and notebook. Witch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty Free Music - Pixabay