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Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 20: A trio of cougar shifters would like to say Happy 49th Birthday to AMY CISSELLGrab some gin, cherry liqueur, and bubbles, and join us for Amy's 49th birthday episode. We're gonna talk Pisces facts, Amy's upcoming release, cocktails, and general shenanigans.Affirmation:Magic flows through me, adapting to the shape of my energy.Resources:Amy's cocktail cherry recipe: https://www.crowdedkitchen.com/homemade-cocktail-cherries/Visit Amy's website & sign up for her newsletter at: https://amycissell.comPre-order Wolf Pack of the Apocalypse! https://books2read.com/wolfpackoftheapocalypseNorse Goddess Rune Oracle by Rebecca Joy Stark: https://b...
2026-02-2456 min
Cliffhangers and CocktailsThe Witch's Liquor Cabinet: “Mix, Muddle, Magic” (A Minisode!)In today's episode, Shéa and Amy talk about how mixers make magic, how stirring, muddling, pouring, and balancing transform a simple cocktail into a purposeful potion.Mix yourself a cocktail and learn about the energy you can find in the various juices, herbs, spices, carbonated beverages, and sweeteners used in your mixed drinks.Remember to choose your mixers with intent, because you’re not just mixing a drink.You’re mixing magic.Resources:Witchcraft Cocktails by Julia Halina Hadas...
2026-02-1736 min
Cliffhangers and CocktailsMinisode 10: Writing Through the Shadows Part IToday's minisode is a bit more serious than usual. Join Shéa and Amy as they talk about writing during hard times, including physical and mental health issues.But always remember - This is not the time for perfection.This is the time for gentleness. Especially with yourself. ResourcesSuicide & Crisis Hotline: call or text 988 (USA/Canada)The Trevor Project (US): For LGBTQ youth, call 1-866-488-7386 or text "START" to 678-678.Crisis Text Line (US): Text "HOME" to...
2026-02-1053 min
Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 19: Uranus ended our friendship! A Very Special Episode with SHEA MACLEOD!Pull up an Aviation cocktail, don your fanciest party attire, and help us celebrate Shéa's 52nd birthday!Today, we talk about Aquariuses (Aquariusii?), cocktails, and Shéa's newest book, Night of the Conjurer!Affirmation:Today and every day I will celebrate myself.Resources:Amy's cocktail cherry recipe: https://www.crowdedkitchen.com/homemade-cocktail-cherries/Visit Shea's website & find all her socials + sign up for her newsletter at: https://www.sheamacleod.com/Buy Night of the Conjurer! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GD...
2026-02-031h 02
Cliffhangers and CocktailsMinisode 9: Blessed IMBOLC!Pour yourself a lemon drop and join us for a brief history of Imbolc, a briefer and way less accurate account of goat-whacking, and a dive into ways to celebrate Imbolc today!Resources:Make an Imbolc Brigid corn husk doll: https://www.morbitorium.co.uk/s/stories/make-an-imbolc-bridey-dollMake a Brigid's cross: https://youtu.be/Yn_MG4HZVOo?si=_2BzCu7LtjsIq48dIdeas for your Imbolc feast: https://gathervictoria.com/2016/01/20/midwinter-feast-of-light-reviving-the-magical-foods-of-imbolc/ Watch us on YouTube at https://youtu.b...
2026-02-0125 min
Cliffhangers and CocktailsThe Witch's Liquor Cabinet 1: Base Spirits (a minisode!)In today's episode, Shéa and Amy talk about the foundation of a good, magical cocktail - the base spirit. Pour yourself a cocktail and learn about the energy you can find in the various liquors used in your mixed drinks.Remember to choose your spirits with intent, because you’re not just mixing a drink.You’re mixing magic.Interested in learning more about the cocktail classes Shéa takes https://www.tammystastings.com/Watch us on YouTube at https://youtu.be/EEMpGA3YZ7U
2026-01-2751 min
Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 18: Nutcracker Care Bears and an interview with DEB CARROLL!Deb CarrollPWF Book Club: https://pwfbookclub.com/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/135326188810667Amazon Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Deb-Carroll/author/B0B4KJW35BInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pwfbookclub/AffirmationI am strong steady and grounded. I vibrate powerful abundant peaceful energy and attract the same energy in return.Deck:Enchanted Spell Oracle (Medieval Hedgewitch Magic) by Priestess Moonhttps://priestessmoondesign.com/enchanted-spell-oracle/
2026-01-161h 18
Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 17: An interview with STEPHANIE BERCHIOLLY and the Neuroscience behind WOO!!Stephanie BerchiollyHexual Healing: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FT5ZN68F/Facebook Reader Group: https://www.facebook.com/SBerchiollyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephanie.berchiolly/Newsletter Signup: https://www.stephanieberchiolly.com/AffirmationI am a magnet for prosperity and good fortune.James Doty books: Mind Magic & Into the Magic ShopMel Robbins & James Doty Interview: https://youtu.be/s-wONyk3RV0?si=63GNW-4-xFYnKaKbDr...
2026-01-061h 15
Cliffhangers and CocktailsMOONY-SODE 7: December 2025 Super Cold MoonHi all! It's time for another minisode - I mean MOONYSODE!. Today, we're talking about the December super moon - the Cold Moon.Jump in while we talk about the moon, rituals for this time of year, and drink a full moon martini (recipe below).During the pod, we mention that we are going to try to recreate the energy/look of the martini with a different recipe since neither of us loved this version enough to want to drink more of them - so look for a future mini-moony-sode when we reveal our winners!
2025-12-0430 min
Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 16: (Crystal) Size Matters - an interview with SAMANTHA HARGROVE!During this episode, we're talking to Samantha Hargrove again - this time about the science of crystals. (For our first interview with Sam, look for Episode 10 wherever you're listening!)Pour yourself a glass of wine (we're drinking Three Witches from http://anichecellars.com/) or a Manhattan, and settle in for rock talk and Caftan Coven shenanigans.This week's cocktail is a Manhattan. Recipe at the bottom of the show notes & a short video up on YouTube!This week's links - Oracle Deck: Kim Krans the Wild Unknown Archetypes: h...
2025-12-021h 07
Cliffhangers and CocktailsMinisode 6: Persephone's Kiss Craft Cocktail!Welcome to Minisode #6! Today, our craft topic is Craft Cocktails, and we're going to take you through a Persephone's Kiss. The recipe is below if you want to follow along as we make it and discuss the magical properties of all the ingredients!RecipeIngredients:2 oz tequila (rejuvenation)1.5 oz pomegranate juice (life, death, rebirth, fertility, and abundance)1 oz orange liqueur (positivity, abundance, and joy)3/4 oz lime juice (spiritual protection, purification, and promoting peace of mind) 1/2 oz hot honey syrup*** (love, prosperity, and community; used in spells to attract good fo...
2025-11-1132 min
Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 15: Beaver, Gin, and an interview with AMY CISSELL!Today's interviewee is none other than 1/3 of the Caftan Coven (and pod co-host) Amy Cissell! We'll discuss her upcoming series - Silver City Shifters, as well as French 75s, pomegranates, manifestation, and the Beaver Supermoon!Pour yourself a drink, get cozy, and dive into the episode!This week's cocktail is a Pomegranate French 75. Recipe at the bottom of the show notes.This week's links - Oracle Deck:Laura May – The Ritual Kitchen on IG:https://www.instagram.com/lauramayritualkitchen/Sadly, her tarot deck is sold out...
2025-11-041h 04
Cliffhangers and CocktailsMinisode 5: Happy Samhain!Pour yourself a Hades Snare (recipe at the end) and join us for an overview on the history of the Western European celebration of Samhain.Today's Oracle deck is Juliet Diaz and Lorraine Anderson's Seasons of the Witch Samhain Deck, and our card is "Pumpkin." Key words: Protection, fertility, and prosperity! https://www.rockpoolpublishing.com/seasons-of-the-witch-samhain-oracleAnd you definitely need to get Shea's latest Halloween-themed book, A Haunt Mess. (It's available all over, but here's the 'Zon link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0FVWCDFG8Finally - watch us on YouTube at ht...
2025-10-3139 min
Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 14: RENEE ROSE & LEE SAVINO! Abundance, manifestation, and money magic!Our 14th full episode features an interview with the amazing Lee Savino & Renee Rose, and we couldn't be more excited about it!Join us to talk about money magic, abundance journeys, co-authorship, and of course, general shenanigans.This week's cocktails are a cucumber gimlet (Renee's) and a jalapeño margarita (Lee's). Recipes at the bottom of the show notes.This week's links - Kelly Burton (tarot deck): https://sacredsoultarot.com/butterfly-tarotWrite to Riches https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RW43WWSAdventures with the Universe https://ww...
2025-10-231h 29
Cliffhangers and CocktailsMinisode 4: Craft Cocktails - Tequila SunriseWelcome to minisode #4! Today, our craft topic is Craft Cocktails, and we're going to take you through a tequila sunrise. The recipe is below if you want to follow along as we make it and discuss the magical properties of all the ingredients!Recipe1 ½ oz tequila (pour in bottom of glass) – Made from the agave plant, carries the energy of rejuvenation4 oz orange juice with 1 Tablespoon lemon (top the tequila) – Citrus brings a refreshing and invigorating energy from the sun. Inhale the scent...
2025-10-1418 min
Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 13: Part II with C. R. ROWENSON (and SHEA!), Magic Systems, and Harvest MoonsThis is part 2 of our interview with Clark Rowenson. We'll talk about the recently past Harvest Moon and listen to Clark and Shea discuss the magic system in her book "Potions, Poisons, & Peril."LINKS!Shea's magic systems: Potions, Poisons, and Perils!https://crrowenson.com/ (Want to get your magic systems reviewed? Check out Clark's services! https://crrowenson.com/services/)Youtube: The Magic EngineerThe Magic System Blueprint (and the downloadables as mentioned!)Spawn Point with Michael Anderele preorder on Amazon for an October 25 2025 release date!
2025-10-081h 04
Cliffhangers and CocktailsMinisode 3: Blessed Mabon!Join us for our Mabon minisode. We do a brief overview of the history, then talk about themes, rituals, and how to celebrate!Shea had her custom Mabon Old Fashioned. She made some tweaks to her original recipe - so feel free to do the same!Recipe makes 2 drinks.4 oz bourbon2 oz prickly pear syrup2 oz blackberry puree1 oz lime juice4 dashes orange bitters-Shake with ice, pour in (two) glasses & garnish with a cherry.Amy also had...
2025-09-2230 min
Cliffhangers and CocktailsEpisode 12: Potato Moons and an interview with C. R. ROWENSONThis is part 1 of our interview with Clark Rowenson. We'll talk about the recently past Corn Moon and Clark's author & coaching journey.Grab your Sex on the Beach - Ingredients:1 oz vodka1 oz peach schnapps 3 oz orange juice3 ounces cranberry juiceIce (optional)Cocktail cherry for garnish (optional)Add all ingredients except ice to glass. Stir it well while focusing on your intention. Add ice if preferred, and garnish with cherry.This drink is perfect for protection, abundance, or friendship spells (or a mix of all three!).LINKS!ht...
2025-09-161h 02
Cliffhangers and CocktailsMinisode 2: Writing craft and the first draftWelcome to our second "craft" mini-sode. This week we're talking about the craft of plotting and writing the first draft.If you want to read Shea's book on journaling to write faster, you can grab it on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071HMFYGJFollow 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 like, rate, review, subscribe, and share!Thanks - the Caftan...
2025-09-0235 min
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 Hargrove & 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...
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 07
Cliffhangers 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 06
Cliffhangers 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 min
Cliffhangers 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 00
Cliffhangers 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 min
Cliffhangers 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...
2025-01-2956 min
Cliffhangers 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