Shows
Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 11: Tinned fish, death, and an interview with C. THOMAS LAFOLLETTEWelcome to episode 11 with Urban Fantasy author C. Thomas Lafollette. Join Amy (ON LOCATION IN PORTUGAL) as we talk to C. Thomas about his book A Shot for Death (book 1 in his Red City Reaper series), tea, the Salmon Moon (August's full moon), tinned fish carnival stores, and, most importantly gin and tonic. GIN & TONIC1 part gin to 3 parts tonic (or to taste - Amy is more of a 1:2 kinda witch). Pour over ice, give it a stir, and garnish with a lime slice.Gin – Gin's metaphysical prop...
2025-08-191h 00
Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 10: A Very Special Episode with Samantha Hargrover & Magic Rocks!Welcome to episode 10 where we interview massage therapist, reiki practitioner, and MOST IMPORTANTLY (to this episode), crystal chakra-balancing therapist. If you're in the Portland area and need any of these services (hint: you do), head to her website at www.satyaspace.comIn addition to a great interview, Samantha provided some resources for those interested in learning more about crystals and crystal therapy.The Book of Stones can be purchased at: http://www.thebookofstones.com/andCrystal Grids: How and why they work is on Amazon. Learn more about it and f...
2025-08-061h 05
Cliffhangers and CocktailsMinisode 1: LughnasaWelcome to our Lughnasa Minisode!Bread recipe (Alas, not the one discussed, but also super easy!): https://www.kingarthurbaking.com/recipes/no-knead-crusty-white-bread-recipeSeasons of the Witch Lammas Oracle by Juliet Diaz and Lorriane Anderson: https://www.rockpoolpublishing.com/seasons-of-the-witch-lammas-oracleFinally - follow the pod on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cliffhangersandcocktails/, check out our website at https://www.cliffhangersandcocktails.com/ and sign up for our newsletter!Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review! Thank you!
2025-08-0131 min
Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 9: An Interview with LAURETTA HIGNETT, Christmas Down Under, and (redacted)On today's episode, we interview author extraordinaire Loretta Hignett, talk about every day magic, and reveal an upcoming exciting guest (REDACTED).You can find Lauretta at the following places:https://laurettahignett.com/https://www.amazon.com/stores/Lauretta-Hignett/author/B079ZPLXNLhttps://www.instagram.com/laurettahignett/https://www.facebook.com/groups/laurettasravenousreaders/If you want to (metaphorically) drink with Lauretta, make yourself a Spicy Pineapple MargaritaPerfect for Summery vibes and attracting abundance and love.Energy: A...
2025-07-081h 07
Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 8: Kitchen Witchery, Iced Carnal Amys, and an interview with RED TASH!Find Red Tash at: https://planettash.com/Her books are available at all major retailers: https://planettash.com/red-tash/And you can follow her on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/theplanettash/Today’s Oracle Deck is the Seasons of the Witch Litha deck by Juliet Diaz. You can get your very own at: https://www.rockpoolpublishing.com/juliet-diazFind Shéa on IG: https://www.instagram.com/sheamacleodauthor/Amy is at: https://www.instagram.com/acissellwrites/You can keep up wit...
2025-07-011h 07Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 7: Witches, Pirates, and an interview with JOANY KANE!Find Joany's Facebook Page No Doubt Rocks: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576663238253Her YouTube page is: https://www.youtube.com/@wickedmerryAnd her Etsy page is: https://www.etsy.com/shop/WickedMerryCreationsObviously, go watch all her Hallmark Christmas movies immediately!The Litha deck we used in this episode is by Juliet Diaz, and you can get it at Rockpool Publishing: https://www.rockpoolpublishing.com/seasons-of-the-witch-litha-oracleSummer Love Litha Cocktail 1 oz gin1/2 oz St. Germain (optional)3/4 oz l...
2025-06-251h 06Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 6: Interview with Hollie Moon and a ROGUE BABA YAGA HUT!Welcome to episode 6 where we discuss the waning moon, Gemini Gin cocktails, and interview paranormal romance writer Anastasia Wild and learn all about her new series under the pen name Hollie Moon!You can find her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anastasiawildeauthor/And her books are on Amazon in Kindle Unlimited: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Anastasia-Wilde/author/B01MEEF0NW?ccs_id=138d7001-80e6-4c72-ad50-17bf374ddb90Preorder her book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FCSLVRKXObviously - the other important stuff is here:
2025-06-1159 minCliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 5: Blood Worm Moons and an Interview with LINDA MERCURY!Soo.... this is a bit on the late side. A combo of technical issues and broken feet (well, only one broken foot) delayed this a lot a lot.But please enjoy the interview with Linda and our conversation about worms! You can find Linda's books on Amazon and Barnes & Noble OR head to her website where you can also pick up her Oracle Deck! http://lindamercury.comAnd find her on instagram @lindamercuryClover Club CocktailClover Club CocktailIng...
2025-05-081h 02
Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 4: DRAG QUEENS and an interview with Shéa MacLeodIn our fourth episode, we talk about Shéa's book "Day of the Were-Jackal" and wander through stories about drag queen cocktail hours, antiquity hoarders, and magic soap, stopping in to talk about the moon, Champagne, and whether bacon should be in a cocktail.If you're interested in the magic soap (Wake up, witch!) you can visit If the Broom Fits.If you want to check out our new drag queen superhero, find where Saint Syndrome is performing next!You can buy Shéa's books just about anywhere books are sold. Her website is...
2025-02-261h 00Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 3: Stuff Grows in Dirt and a Conversation with TARA WESTEpisode 3 features an interview with USA Today Bestselling Author Tara West and her books "Sugar, Spice, and a Magical Midlife" and "Fuck Off, I'm Fifty."You can follow Tara on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok!We also drink magical lemon drops - 2 ounces vodka3/4 ounce Cointreau or triple sec½ ounce limoncello (optional)1 ounce lemon juice 3/4 ounce simple syrupIceAdd ice to cocktail shaker. Add all ingredients. Shake it like a Polaroid picture until your fingers freeze. Pour into coupe or mar...
2025-02-1959 minCliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 2: ELIZABETH HUNTER interview, gin, and ImbolcIn the second episode of Cliffhangers and Cocktails, Shea and Amy talk about Imbolc, drink Bloody Bellinis, and welcome USA Today Bestselling Author Elizabeth Hunter to the pod!You can find Elizabeth Hunter (and buy her books direct) at elizabethhunter.com, follow her on Instagram (@elizabethhunterwrites), and join her Facebook Group "Hunters Haven" https://www.facebook.com/groups/ElizabethHunterFans/.You can find the jewelry we discussed at https://www.etsy.com/shop/MollyMorganJewelry (they are on a brief hiatus right now, so bookmark it!)The links to the gin and juniper research disappeared wh...
2025-01-2956 minCliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 1: Wolf Moons and Butter WitchesWelcome to the first episode of Cliffhangers and Cocktails!Today we discuss the history of the pod, general witchery, the first full moon of 2025, Butter Witch by Tess Lake (such a good book!), and our cozy hot cocoa cocktail (recipe below).Join us to hear the horrific ways we pronounce hygge, find out what word from the (Enchanted Spell Oracle Medieval Hedgewitch Magic Guidebook) Oracle Card of the day description I can't pronounce... (yeah, there are some pronunciation issues on this episode).Find us on Instagram:@cliffhangersandcocktails @acissellwrites@sheamacleodauthor
2025-01-1448 min
FMKlit Pod25. Psychics!You may not see it, but I'm winking at you with my third eye. All signs point to sexiness in this episode because today we're doing psychics! In this revealing episode, we read "Not in the Cards (An Oracle Bay Novel Book 1)" by Amy Cissell and "Soulmates Inc." by Bill Eisele. This time our hosts discuss punny shop names, how sexy books can really be, and an FMKlit first! People have adult conversations about their relationship!!
2019-04-171h 21