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Plenty of Positivity with Courtney BeckShaun Tomson is a World Champion Surfer, Best-Selling Author, Motivational Keynote Speaker, Entrepreneur, and EnvironmentalistPlenty of Positivity with Courtney Beck welcomes Shaun Tomson!Shaun Tomson, a world champion surfer, bestselling author, motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and environmentalist. Shaun shares his journey from surfing to business, the impact of personal tragedy on his life, and the valuable lessons he learned through surfing. He discusses the importance of storytelling, resilience, and the Code Method, which helps individuals find their purpose. Shaun emphasizes the role of sports figures as positive role models and the significance of hope and purpose in life.Shaun has lectured across the world and inspired co...
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The Strategic Success PodcastEP 86: A, B, C Your Rentals: Shaun Stephens’ 2025 Portfolio Reset and 2026 Plan2025 forced a lot of Real Estate operators to pause and reassess what they were actually building. In this episode, Courtney sits down with returning guest Shaun Stephens, a full-time landlord and buy-and-hold investor in Ohio, to unpack what 2025 revealed about portfolio growth, management overhead, and lifestyle tradeoffs.What starts as a conversation about buying rentals turns into a deeper discussion about simplifying operations, upgrading portfolio quality, using AI to remove bottlenecks, and intentionally designing a business that supports real life, not just door count.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:...
2026-01-0741 minThe Strategic Success PodcastEP 36: Becoming a Big Buyer in Your Market with Shaun StephensA lot of folks like the idea of owning properties in different places. That could be different countries, different states, or at least different counties. Shaun brings a different perspective as he shares how he has done hundreds of deals within 1 county in Ohio and his current portfolio is 98% in this area. In this episode, we deep dive how being a mile deep in his market has been a strategic and competitive advantage for him. Take a listen!
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2024-12-1256 min
The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast110. Simple Goddes Series: FreyjaOn this episode of the show, Shaun & Court are discussing the Norse goddess of love & battle, mighty Freyja! Freyja has been categorized in a number of ways throughout Norse myths and stories - from a priestess, to a battle maiden, to a love goddess - Freyja is complex, metamorphic, and shape shifting. Don’t miss this goddess chat!
RESOURCES: The Poetic Edda; The Prose Edda by Snorri Sturluson; Ynglinga Saga by Snorri Sturluson; The Divine Feminine by Anette Pirso & Israel Gonzalez; Encyclopedia of Spirits by Judika Illes; Freyja - Great Goddess of the North by Britt-Mari Nasstrom; “The Symbolism of the...
2023-04-1237 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast109. Simple Shorts: The New MoonOn this episode of the ‘cast Court and Shaun are discussing the New Moon! The New Moon is the first phase of the lunar cycle, the darkness of which encourages us to look inward for direction, allowing us the opportunity to plan the start of our lunar cycle. During the New Moon, we strategize and plant seeds, begin goal-setting, and come up with ideas. What do we want to accomplish throughout the lunar month? The New Moon is the time to decide on the focus. RESOURCES: Moon Spells by Diane Ahlquist; Moonology by Yasmin Boland; Full Moon Magic 2022 by Vickie Os...
2023-03-2937 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast105. Simple Divination Series: Oracle CardsOn this week’s episode of the show, Shaun and Court are talking Oracle Decks in our brand new Simple Divination Series! Oracle cards act as messengers through their symbols, artwork or typography to aid the reader in the interpretation of each card based on a meaning assigned by the artist or author of the deck, or the reader’s own analysis of the presentation of the cards. Do you use Oracle Cards? Tune in to hear about our favorite decks and how we use them! RESOURCES: Southern Botanic Oracle by Stacey Williams-Ng; Practical Magic Inner Witch Oracle by Grounded by t...
2023-02-2248 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast104. Simple Goddess Series: BrigidThis week on the show we’re back with our Simple Goddess Series! Shaun and Court are talking about the Celtic goddess of the forge, of poets, of prophets, of healing, of battle and more. The goddess Brigid couldn’t be more multi-dimensional! She grew from an ancient world as a regional spirit of the land…and as the culture spread and evolved, so did she, into a mighty, courageous and recognizable goddess of the people. Tune in to hear all that we’ve learned about this revolutionary deity! RESOURCE: Brigid: History, Mystery and Magick of the Celtic Goddess by Courtney...
2023-02-1545 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast103. Simple Spell Series: EnchantingOn this week’s episode of the show, Shaun & Court are discussing enchanting & charming objects, tools and/or jewelry to help us manifest our goals and desires! We’ll walk through some ways we’ve seen other practitioners approach this practice and how we like to work charming into our crafts. Don’t miss out on this simple and beautiful way to bring magick into your every day! RESOURCES : “Charging and Charming Jewelry” YouTube Video by Chaotic Witch Aunt; Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs by Scott Cunningham
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2023-02-0823 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast102. Witch Crafties: IMBOLCThis week on the ‘cast, Shaun and Court are back with more WITCH CRAFTIES for you, this time to celebrate the festival of Imbolc! Imbolc is also known as “St Brigid’s Day” or “Candlemas,” and it is during this festival that we begin to see the light returning to our days and we bear witness the first signs of spring. We’ll focus on fun activities, crafts and spellwork you can perform to ring in the holiday. RESOURCES: Year of the Witch by Temperance Alden; The Witch of The Forest’s Guide to Natural Magick by Lindsay Squire; The Witches’ Cookery...
2023-02-0126 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast101. ‘Round and ‘Round the Cauldron Go! Feat. Amy Torok of Missing Witches ProjectOn today’s episode of the show, Shaun and Courtney are sitting down with Amy Torok, one-half of the amazing witchy duo behind the Missing Witches project. In circle today we discuss witches as anti-capitalist figures, as artists, as spiritualists, and as real human people. Let’s gather ‘round the cauldron and join hands, witches, in solidarity and in joyful collaboration!
Risa Dickens and Amy Torok are the co-authors of New Moon Magic: 13 Anti-Capitalist Tools for Resistance and Re-enchantment (September 2023), and Missing Witches: Reclaiming True Histories of Feminist Magic (March 2021). BUST magazine wrote “Dickens and Torok teach us what it means to...
2023-01-251h 03The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast99. Simple Spell Series: CleansingLet’s start off 2023 RIGHT! We’re back, witches, and we ain’t playing around this year. On this episode of the show, Shaun and Court are breaking down and simplifying cleansing practices & rituals for your spaces and for yourselves. Don’t forget to do a nice & juicy new year’s cleanse & banish the energetic baggage of the old year with the wave of a smoke wand or the ringing of your spell bells. RESOURCES: The Witch of the Forest’s Guide to Natural Magick by Lindsay Squire; Spells for Change by Frankie Castanea
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2023-01-1126 min
Nationwide Real Estate MasteryEpisode 24. How To Run a 7-Figure Wholesaling Business Doing Over 100 Deals A Year Working Less Than 10 Hours Per Week with Vance Courtney!Vance Courtney is a former military vet who has a wholesaling business out of Augusta, GA with his beautiful wife and business partner Jackie Courtney.
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2022-12-2238 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast98. Witch Crafties: Yule!On our very last episode of 2022, Court and Shaun are chatting Yule, the Winter Solstice, and ALL the fun witch-crafties you can do to celebrate this time of year! We’re sharing Yule lore, associations, recipes, brews, blends and spells to celebrate the snow, appreciate the chill in the air, and to welcome in the return of the sun! Blessed Yuletide, Bright Solstice & Happy Holidays witches! We adore you and cannot thank you enough for ALL of your support in the past year. See you in 2023! RESOURCES: Year of the Witch by Temperance Alden; Celebrate the Earth by Laurie Cabot; A...
2022-12-2126 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast95: Simple Goddess Series: HekateThis week on the show, Shaun and Court are wandering into the darkness by the light of Her torch—today we’re talking about our mystic night mother, Lady Hekate! In this episode of our Simple Goddess Series, we’re breaking down the complex roots of this ancient Titaness, Hekate’s influence on the era’s mythology, her many titles and epithets, feast days, animal familiars and more. Hekate is a mighty goddess of multi-dimensional aspects - she is mysterious and feared by some, petitioned and beloved by others. Hekate will shock you, rock you, and push you to do the work y...
2022-11-3042 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast94. Witching the Wardrobe! feat. Susan PadronOn this week’s episode of the show, Shaun and Court are sitting down with Susan Padron, Philadelphia’s premier Intuitive Personal Stylist, to discuss working intentional magick with what we wear every day. The wardrobe is an underrated but powerful tool of the witch - ritual attire and personal armor can effectively be crafted from our clothing, which can also be enchanted, spelled or used to unlock a deeper part of us. In this episode we’re diving into how we can begin to intuitively live through how we dress, and work a subtle daily magick to connect us with o...
2022-11-2349 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast93. Visions of a Lioness feat. Alejandra Luisa LeónOn this week’s episode of the show, Shaun and Court are sitting down with collage artist Alejandra Luisa León to talk divination, artistic expansion, big leo energy, the death & rebirth cycle, and so much damn more. Alejandra is an absolute treasure, a genius, and a breath of fresh air - she is the creatrix of three immensely inspirational divination decks to bring vitality, color and feline energy into our lives: The Lioness Oracle Tarot, Vision of the Muse oracle deck and The Stars Divine astrology deck. Alejandra illustrates for us how the creation process for these decks was cul...
2022-11-1653 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast92. Simple Spell Series: Cord CuttingThis week on the ‘cast Shaun and Court are cutting the cord - we’re breaking the ties that bind us to toxic people, addictions, intrusive thoughts and bad memories, together. Let’s chat about the witchy way to move onward and upward! RESOURCES: “A Witch's Guide to Cord Cutting, the Simple Ritual to Get Over Your Ex” by Sophie Saint Thomas for Vice; “Cord Cutting Spell” by Alanna LP for Out Front Magazine; Love Spells for the Modern Witch by Michael Herkes
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2022-11-0923 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast90. The Poison PathOn this week’s episode of the show, Shaun and Court are wandering deep into the Haunted Forest, chatting all about the Poison Path! The Poison Path has such a rich history behind it of folk ritual, science, murder and intrigue. Poisonous plants have been heavily associated with witches since time immemorial, and are often aligned with dark goddesses and baneful, shadowy work. Let’s get spooky! RESOURCES: The Poison Path Herbal by Coby Michael; Botanical Curses and Poisons by Fez Inkwright
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2022-10-1945 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast89. Hometown SPOOKYThis week on the show Shaun and Court are chatting haunting homes, scary woods, phantom theatres, spooky hotels and even a ghost ship - ALL places that have shaped us as we grew into the witches we are today. Don’t miss this episode that is so close to our little haunted hearts! RESOURCES:
“The Haunted History of the East Village” by Darla Murray of The Local East Village; “Our Ghosts” from The Merchant House Museum; “NoHo Real Estate That Comes With a Tale of Murder” by Sam Roberts of The New York Times; “Prosecutors: L.A. Serial Killer Really 4-5 Men” by Scott...
2022-10-1250 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast88. Seasonal Hollow-Witchy Activities!On this week’s episode of the show, Shaun and Court are picking pumpkins, doing apple divinations, and talking about the fun activities you can do to ring in the spooky season! We’ll chat traditions of Samhain and modern adaptions, and some really fun food and games to have at your Halloween parties! Keep an eye out for part II which will cover hollow-crafts! RESOURCES: Halloween: Spells, Recipes and Customs by Silver RavenWolf; The Encyclopedia of Magical Ingredients by Lexa Rosean
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2022-10-0539 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast87. MONSTER MASHOn this week’s episode of the show, Court and Shaun are howling at the moon and doing the MONSTER MASH! To celebrate the start of Spooky Season, we’re talking all about the folklore, histories and legends of things that go bump in the night, drink blood, and eat brains. Don’t miss this graveyard smash with your favorite spooky leos! RESOURCES: “The Bloody Truth About Vampires” by Becky Little of National Geographic; “Vampire History” and “Werewolf Legends” from History.com; The Origins and History of Fairies by Ellen Castelow of Historic-uk.com; New World Witchery by Cory Thomas Hutchenson; “Zoink...
2022-09-2836 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast85. Mabon & The Autumn Equinox!On this week’s episode of the show, Shaun and Court are taking a bite out of the big apple of Mabon! Mabon, or the Autumn Equinox, is the second harvest festival on the wheel of the year, and officially begins the fall season! This festival celebrates the equal divide between the dark and the light, and begs us to take a pause, reflect and prepare for the oncoming of the cold. So grab your apples, witches, we’re making cider! RESOURCES: Year of the Witch by Temperance Alden; A Book of Pagan Family Prayers & Rituals by Ceisiwr Serith; Celebrate The...
2022-09-1422 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast82. Simple Spell Series: Ritual BathsOn this week’s episode of the ‘cast, Court and Shaun are hopping IN the cauldron to talk ALL about RITUAL BATHING! Ritual bathing has been used in a plethora of ways throughout our history, for aspects of spellwork and spiritual acts regarding good health, ritual purification, and so so much more! The element of water gives life, preserves and promotes prayer, and purifies energy - renewing and nourishing the body as well as the soul. Join us to boil and bubble this witchy Wednesday! RESOURCES: Moon Bath by Dakota Hills and Sierra Brashear; Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells by Judika Illes
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2022-08-2430 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast81. HAPPY LEO SEASONHAPPY LION, HAPPY LIFE!! On this week’s episode of the show, Shaun and Court are roaring LOUD AND PROUD for Leo Season! But Leo Season isn’t all about Leo Sun Signs! Tune in on Wednesday to hear how your Leo placements can affect your chart and some fun tips for our favorite astro season of the year! RESOURCES: The Only Astrology Book You’ll Ever Need by Joanna Martine Woolfolk; Astrology for Happiness and Success by Mecca Woods; The Astrology of You and Me by Gary Goldschneider
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2022-08-1733 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast80. Simple Spell Series: Luck!On this week’s episode of the show, Shaun and Court are tackling luck and success workings! Luck, success and good fortune workings can be applied to many areas of the craft, and can be performed through many methods! Whether you’re rubbing a candle down with basil, wearing orange to open the road in front of you, or reaching for your tiger’s eye necklace that brings you luck, there are many different ways that you can approach success workings in your practice. Tune in to hear how! RESOURCES: Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells by Judika Illes; Plant Witchery by Juliet Diaz...
2022-08-1025 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast79. Cosmic Career Wisdom! feat. Kaylyn Blair & Val MullOn this week’s episode of the show, Shaun & Court sit down with Kaylyn Blair, witchy career coach, and Val Mull, astrologer extraordinaire, to talk approaching the modern workforce environment with your head in the stars and magick on your mind. Kaylyn and Val have joined forces to offer an exciting new program, Cosmic Career Coaching, to optimize your job-seeking processes to target clarity and direction for career success by examining what is aligned for you in the stars. Join us this witchy Wednesday for a very special conversation about living THE DREAM! Book your career coaching session now at ht...
2022-07-2753 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast78. Kitchen Witchcraft!On this week’s episode of the show, Shaun and Court are stirring up some kitchen magick in the ‘ol cauldron! Kitchen witchery is as simple as integrating mindfulness into the simple act of of preparing a meal, working with ingredients and broadening our magickal mindsets by creating a nurturing and edible spell for abundance, protection, love and so much more. When we trade our wands for wooden spoons and make cooking a witchy ritual, we are not only fulfilling our biological and energetic needs for sustenance but we are also working magick and manifestation into an act of creation we p...
2022-07-2048 min
The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast77. Simple Spell Series: Knot MagickOn this week’s episode of the ‘cast, Shaun and Court are stitching up some Knot Magick spells! Knot Magick is versatile & effective for almost any kind of spell, and simply involves focusing and sharpening our intent with each knot or stitch we make. Knot Magick can be simple or deliberately complex, depending on the working or the witch. You can perform Knot Magick with a single piece of rope, a macrame piece or even a quilt! Tune in Wednesday to hear the details. RESOURCES: Knot Magic by Tylluan Penry; Knot Magic 101 YouTube Video by The Witch of Wonderlust
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2022-07-1332 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast76. Simple Spell Series: Return to SenderOn this week’s episode of the ‘cast Court and Shaun are breaking down returning hexes, ill intentions and just plain bad energy back to the sender! Counter & Reversal spellwork are two integral forms of magick to be aquatinted with in order to keep our protections effective. Tune in to hear our thoughts! RESOURCES: Protection & Reversal Magick by Jason Miller; The Witch’s Shield by Christopher Penczak
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2022-07-0626 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast75. SEA WITCHERYOn this week’s episode of the show, Shaun and Court are diving into the waves of SEA WITCHERY! We’re breaking down connecting with Mother Ocean by understanding the ebb and flow and of her tides and currants, her ever-shifting sands and the magickal treasures she leaves for us to find on her shores, like shells and stones. We’ll be chatting ocean myths, sea spirits, constructing a sea altar, and rituals you can perform at the shore or in the water. So grab your suits, witches, surf is UP! RESOURCES: Sea Magic by Sandra Kynes; Mermaid Magic by Lucy C...
2022-06-2947 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast74. FLOWER POWER feat. Nicholle SanchezOn this episode of the ‘cast, Shaun and Court sit down with Nicholle Sanchez of Herb and Dew Apothecary, to talk about the power of flowers and energy healing! Nicolle practices quantum energy healing and flower essence therapy to create a fully immersive wellness experience: she taps into the blockages in our own energetic pathways using her intuition and, depending on the root of the issue, finds a flower for it. Nicholle offers a unique perspective on how the outside world of nature can mirror the inner world of our bodies and minds, and how you can easily evolve by lo...
2022-06-2247 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast73. Simple Spell Series: Jar SpellsOn today’s episode of the show, Shaun and Court are diving into jarred spells, spell jars, witch bottles and any and all magickally contained spells. Spell jars are considered a physical representation of a spell and a place to gather your thoughts and desires for the intended working. Jar spells can help practitioners claim their power and amplify the energy behind their intentions, and can be used for just about any type of spell. Tune in to hear all about them! RESOURCES: “How To Make Your Own Spell Jar for Love, Protection, Money & More” by Sarah Regan for Mindbodygreen.com; S...
2022-06-1524 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast72. Simple Spell Series: HealingOn this week’s episode of the show Court and Shaun are talking about Healing magick through a folk lens. Magickal healing in modern witchcraft can look like a multitude of things, and when we begin to look at healing as an integral part of the history of the witch, we consider traditional cures as they were practiced by our ancestors. Healing knowledge is as old as the Earth herself and spans the cultures of the world - tune in to hear us dive in! RESOURCES: Magical Healing: Folk Healing Techniques from the Old World by Hexe Claire; Wild Witchcraft: Fo...
2022-06-0831 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast71. Joyful Breath feat. Imani Nicole!On this episode of the ‘cast, Court and Shaun are speaking with Imani Nicole, a certified mystical Breathwork Practitioner and guided meditation facilitator in Los Angeles. Imani uses the concept of “intentional breathing” to bring transformational healing and discovery to her sessions, and she is passionate about holding a non-judgmental and culturally mindful space where joy can thrive from lungs to mouth. She strives to help her clients improve their health and healing routines, implement stress management and cultivate a deeper sense of awareness of self. Today we’re talking about how to approach intentional breathing to heal the mind, body and...
2022-06-011h 05The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast70. HUG A TREE feat. The Bruja's Tomb!On this week’s episode of the show, Shaun and Court meet with Alexa Branco, Head-Bruja-In-Charge at The Bruja’s Tomb, to talk brujería, folk witchcraft, Earth magick, past lives and so much dang more. Alexa discusses with us her devotion to her heritage by reclaiming her culture through her craft, her deep ties to Nature, creating spiritual goods for the witch in need and her journey as a celebrity makeup artist - welcoming magick into her life every day by knowing her worth and her path to to the core. Alexa teaches us that we need to fight for o...
2022-05-1858 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast69. Simple Spell Series: Travel WitchcraftOn this week’s episode of the ‘cast, Court and Shaun are packing their bags and hitting the road with the simple spell series topic, Travel Witchcraft! Whether you’re taking a weekend trip or relocating temporarily, we can bring our spellwork with us in the forms of travel tools, either with parts of our altar, or travel-friendly cleansing items, and we can easily even ward our temporary spaces with our natural energies if we don’t have access to our tools. The options we have to take our witchy work on the road are endless. Join us this witchy Wednesda...
2022-05-1128 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast68. Simple Spell Series: GLAMOURSOn this episode of the ‘cast, Shaun and Court are discussing Glamour Magick! We use glamours in witchcraft to change the way someone or something is being perceived, to own power, and to embrace all that is within us that is fascinating and charming. Glamours can be used in a multitude of ways, to enhance confidence, to embolden the appearance, to create calm or even to become invisible. Tune in to learn more about how you can use glamours to improve your day, to land the job, or to reel in what you want! RESOURCES: Glamour Magick by Deborah Castellano & Ma...
2022-05-0429 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast67. May Day!On this episode of the ‘cast, Court and Shaun are talking the many celebrations of May Day! Typically observed as a fire festival in Celtic Pagan history and a celebration of the height of spring, on May Day we welcome light and new life back to the Earth after the dormancy of winter. In German and Scandinavian culture, the first of May is also held as an observance of spring’s glory, in which bonfires are lit as they are in Celtic culture, to ward off evil spirits, stagnation and illness associated with the dark side of the wheel of the...
2022-04-2726 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast66. Garden WitcheryOn this week’s episode of the ‘cast, Shaun and Court have their garden gloves and trowels poised and ready to talk Garden Witchery! Today we’re digging deep into the soil and into topics like working gardens of olde, wort-cunning, floriography, backyard bounty, magickal trees, specialty gardens and even Garden Witchery in the city. The magick of nature is everywhere - growing up through the cracks in the sidewalk, on the side of the road, and even in the weeds of your backyard. RESOURCES: Garden Witchery by Ellen Dugan; Magical Gardens by Patricia Monaghan; Garden Witch’s Herbal by Ellen Du...
2022-04-2037 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast65. Tarot Talk: The Minor ArcanaOn this episode of the ‘cast, Court and Shaun are tarot-talking, again! This time, we’ll be digging deep into the Minor Arcana - comprised of fifty-six cards, four suits of Swords, Cups, Wands and Pentacles (or coins). We’re taking both the court and the pip cards today, how pulling these cards can speak to what you’re dealing with on the day-to-day, and how studying the four suits of the Minors can help you take a more granular look at the themes that are affecting your life and permeating your readings. Take a seat cauldron-side and don’t forget to...
2022-04-1354 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast64. Simple Spell Series: BanishingOn this week's episode, Shaun and Court are tackling the topic of Banishing with our Simple Spell Series! Banishing is the act of removing an energy, entity or troublesome person from our sacred spaces and safe places so they can no longer do us harm. Magickal practitioners use banishing for a plethora of reasons, and whatever those reasons, banishing is often employed both simply and ritualistically for the sake of kicking someone or something the hell OUT. Don’t miss our discussion on this crucial tool to have in your witch’s toolkit. RESOURCES: Protection & Reversal Magick by Jason Miller, Ency...
2022-04-0631 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast63. Sigil Magick!On this week’s episode of the show, Shaun and Court are breaking down sigil creation, charging, activation and laying! Sigil magick is a wonderfully accessible form of magick through the creation and working of a magickal symbol of power within your craft. Sigils can be crafted from deconstructed affirmations, freeform drawing, or adaption from established magickal symbols - there is truly no right or wrong way to create a sigil as long as it holds power for you and is imbued with your intentions. Tune in to hear our take on incorporating these magickal symbols into your witchy practice! RE...
2022-03-3031 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast62. Simple Spell Series: WardingOn this week’s episode of the ‘cast, Court and Shaun are back with their Simple Spell Series and are discussing something that every witch should make a practice of learning and doing: warding! Warding is a practical magickal means of keeping something safe via an enchanted object charged to protect and guard it. There are many ways to create, charge and lay a ward, and today we’re breaking down some effective ways we have found to ward. Tune in this witchy Wednesday to hear all about magickal safeguarding via warding! RESOURCE: By Rust of Nail & Prick of Thorn: The Th...
2022-03-2342 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast61. All Snakes Day & OstaraOn this episode of the ‘cast, Shaun and Court are talking ALL about All Snakes Day and Ostara/The Spring Equinox! These two major observances in March coincide nearly on the same week, and both bring to light topics of renewal, transformation and reassessment of values. In this episode Shaun and Court are breaking down the historical context of All Snakes, what it represents, the importance of taking a closer look at facts versus myths and the relevance of snake magick during the time of the Vernal Equinox, heralding in transition and change. Let’s talk about planting the seeds of o...
2022-03-1645 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast60. CLAIM YOUR MAGICK feat. Sabrina Scott!On this week’s episode of the ‘cast Courtney and Shaun are sitting down with acclaimed spiritual teacher and spellbinding author, Sabrina Scott! Sabrina’s energy is truly transformational - she brings over twenty years of experience as a magickal practitioner, tarot reader and intuitive spiritualist to the table. With her unique approach, Sabrina is helping us to rethink the ways in which we need to strip down the barriers of how we look at the landscapes of the outer environment and our inner community, that are both limiting and corrosive to our potential as powerful and evolving people. We three...
2022-03-0959 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast59. Simple Spell Series: Magickal Days of the WeekOn this week’s episode, Shaun and Court are back with our Simple Spell Series, this time discussing the magickal days of the week! Magickal timing is a common consideration in spellcraft - aligning our witchy work with the corresponding time and day can help increase our chances of success. Correspondences are used in the craft to enhance the efficiency of the working and we use these lists of magickal properties associated with physical items like herbs, crystals, incense and even specific spirits and different moon phases to give our witchcraft a boost. Times of day and days of the we...
2022-03-0230 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast58. Herbal Magick!On this week’s episode of the ‘cast, Court and Shaun are discussing herbal magick! Plants are our allies in both improving our health and improving our magick, and bring their own properties and lore to our witchy work. We’re tackling the topic with a breakdown of the archetype of the “Green Witch,” some historical context and folklore surrounding herbal magick, baneful plants and creating your own magickal herb garden. Herbal Magick is for everyone, whether you live in the woods, near the ocean or in a city - you can find plant magick in all of these places, from the s...
2022-02-2353 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast57. Simple Spell Series: LoveOn this episode of the ‘cast, Shaun and Courtney are back with another installment of the Simple Spell Series - this time discussing Love Magick. A titillating and provocative subject, Love Magick has sparked controversy in the community since its inception. It’s important to recognize the flaws in the history of its use as well as its importance in promoting awareness of the magickal arts and magickal protection, but most importantly we must remain vigilantly ethical in our spell casting. We’ll discuss a short history of Love Magick in its many forms, the best times to perform Love Magick...
2022-02-1641 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast56. Lupercalia & Valentine's DayOn this week’s episode of the ‘cast, Shaun and Court are covering the celebrations of ancient Lupercalia and the more modern Valentine’s Day - the season of (bloody) love. We chat the origins of both observances, love gods, activities and rituals to celebrate love, lust, and glamour, and we also discuss one of our favorite episodes of The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina! RESOURCES: “Lupercalia” from History.com; “The Dark Origins Of Valentine's Day” from NPR.com; Encyclopedia Mythica; The Divine Feminine by Anette Pirso and Israel Gonzalez; Encyclopedia of Spirits and Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells by Judika Illes; “The Goddess of Love...
2022-02-0953 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast52. Simple Spell Series: AbundanceOn this week’s episode of the ‘cast, Courtney and Shaun are introducing a new series: the Simple Spell Series, in which we tackle the bigger magickal topics in smaller increments, starting with Abundance Magick! Abundance work is the process of drawing-in the energies, blessings and wishes that we want and/or need in our lives - and this can look different for every practitioner. With this episode we’ll cover magickal timing, professional and personal success spells, money magick and the ingredients and associations to include in both your low and high energy workings. RESOURCES: Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells by Judika...
2022-01-1235 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast51. Celtic Magick! Part IIOn this episode of the ‘cast, Courtney and Shaun are back with more Celtic Magick! Part II of this topic covers Celtic Water Magick, Sky Magick and the divine allies that we may come across on the Celtic path. RESOURCES: Wild Magick: Celtic Folk Traditions for the Solitary Practitioner by Danu Forest; The Book of Celtic Magick by Kristoffer Hughes; Water Witchcraft: Magick and Lore from the Celtic Tradition by Annwyn Avalon; Celtic Magick by D.J. Conway
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2022-01-0558 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast50. Divine Feminine feat. Israel GonzalezIn our last episode of 2021, Court and Shaun are speaking to divine poet and writer Israel Gonzalez! Israel joins us with an intimate knowledge of poetic myth and the written word, and we discuss at length the importance of the goddess as an archetype and individual. Israel stresses that the goddess is not only a lofty being to be appreciated and respected, but she also lives in our mothers and sisters, shines from within our friends and coworkers, and once we recognize the importance of the divine feminine within our culture, we will take one giant leap for mankind. Together...
2021-12-291h 11The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast49. Celtic Magick! Part IOn this episode of the ‘cast, Courtney and Shaun are diving into Celtic Magick! Celtic Magick is a very dense topic with a wide range of traditions and histories. We’ll tackle this topic in two parts: part I will focus on the Roots of Celtic Magick, in which we will discuss the evolution of Celtic culture over time, and the Components of Celtic Magick which covers the lifeforce of the practice and elements of the Celtic magickal path. We’ll then do a deep-dive into Celtic Earth and Animal Magick. Check back for part II coming soon! RESOURCES: Wild Magick...
2021-12-2257 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast48. Witchy Ritual ToolsOn this episode of the ‘cast, Courtney and Shaun are discussing ritual tools as part of the craft! We’re chatting about what these tools may be used for, why they are considered helpful in certain paths, and most importantly, what they can look like! Ritual tools are very personal and particular to the path of the practitioner. You can use almost anything in your craft as a ritual tool, and may choose to consecrate mundane objects as tools in your Witchcraft journey. Please be mindful of closed practices, and be respectful of the choices of different practitioners concerning tools. RESO...
2021-12-1553 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast47. Winter Magick & YuletideOn this episode of the ‘cast, Shaun and Courtney are talking all about winter magick and the chilly pagan holiday of Yuletide! We’re diving deep into the origins of this ancient celebration, discussing the importance of the Winter Solstice to magickal practitioners, breaking down some longstanding customs and lore, and of course, talking fun activities and rituals to ring in the solar new year. Winter marks a point of dramatic natural shift on Earth, and this is simultaneously a time of balance and change. We’re welcoming that change and celebrating rebirth, taking time to slow down and draw in a n...
2021-12-0834 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast46. Candle & Color Magick!On this episode of the ‘cast, Shaun and Court are diving into Candle & Color Magick! We utilize candles and colors constantly in witchcraft to enhance, personalize, and boost our spellwork, and colored candles are certainly some of the most accessible and popular ritual tools on the market. Today we’re covering candle magick basics, color correspondences for spellwork, divination practices with candles and we even discuss a few different rituals that celebrate candle magick in completely different ways. Don’t miss this fire witchchat! 🔥 RESOURCES: Advanced Candle Magick by Ray Buckland & The Book of Candle Magick by Madame Pamita
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2021-12-0140 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast45. Full Moon Magick 2021 feat. Vickie Ossai!On this episode of the ‘cast, Court and Shaun are joined by the ultimate lunar goddess, Vickie Ossai! Vickie is the published author of Full Moon Magick 2021, which was featured on our moon magick episode earlier this year! We three talk being a lunar witch in a cosmic world, discovering the magick within and integrating your power with mundane life, self-publishing a book, mystical community work and so SO much more. Keep up with Vickie on social media at @vickie.ossai and join her Moon Magick community on Facebook for members-only exclusives.
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2021-11-241h 08The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast44. Mystical CaliforniaOn this episode of the ‘cast, Court and Shaun are discussing the legends, lore and craft of mystical California! And how can it get any better, you ask? So glad you did, because on this episode of the ‘cast, Court and Shaun are TOGETHER! We chat the witch scene in the Golden State, we dip into a bit of Pacific Coast true crime, and talk some local witchy haunts all in the same damn room. Come hang with us on the best coast.
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‘The Most Haunted Places in All of California’ by Juliet Bennett Rylah on thrillist.com;
‘Central Valley Wic...
2021-11-1750 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast43. Professional Hype Witch! feat. The Warm Hearted WitchOn this episode of the ‘cast, Court and Shaun sit down with the effervescent and endlessly enchanting Warm Hearted Witch! Samantha is basically everything that is right with the world, but professionally she is a Psychic Medium and mystic worker that aids the community in helping us discover our spirit team and guides that have been with us since our starts. Samantha dishes with us on being a working witch, kindness as a lifestyle choice, deity work and guiding her dearly beloved and departed clients to their chosen paths on the daily. Samantha reminds us that strength lies in gentleness, an...
2021-11-101h 03The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast42. Building a Book of ShadowsOn this episode of the ‘cast, Court and Shaun outline some fun tips and tricks on putting together your very own Book of Shadows or Grimoire. A BOS or Grimoire is a fantastic way to chronicle your craft, figure out what’s working, and make your witchcraft your own. While it’s not at all necessary to practice witchcraft, keeping a BOS is a fun and informative way to see your own growth and keep your favorite spells close to your heart. Don’t miss this week’s witch dish!
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2021-11-0326 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast41. Smell Good, Feel Good feat. Nana's ApothecaryOn this episode of the ‘cast, Shaun and Court sit down with Anya of Nana’s Apothecary! Anya is a truly mystical being, swaying to the rhythm of her own crystalline vibrations. As an LA aromatherapist and massage therapist Anya knows a lot about what makes us feel good, and what makes us smell good. We three discuss the importance of using oils to correspond with your spiritual, physical and mental needs, being your own crystal healer and learning to analyze the vibes of the mystical world around you. Follow Anya’s healing journey on Instagram @nanas.apothecary and visit her we...
2021-10-2743 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast40. SAMHAIN MAGICKOn this week’s episode of the ‘cast, Shaun and Court are chatting all things SAMHAIN! The witch’s new year and summer’s end festival, Samhain/Halloween is the final harvest of the year - a time where the veil between our world and the next is the most thin. We hallow-queens talk the history, the customs and traditions, superstitions and even rituals and activities to participate in during and leading up to the sabbat! Halloween is absolutely our favorite holiday of the year. Stay safe witches, but also stay spooky.
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2021-10-2045 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast39. Intuitve Reading feat. Jessica Lei HowardOn this episode of the ‘cast, Courtney and Shaun sit down with Jessica Lei Howard, artist, tarot reader, lover of stones and bones, and creatrix of The Forager’s Daughter Tarot deck! Jessica walks us down the wooded path of her childhood outdoors, her life training as an artist and the events leading up to her development of The Forager’s Daughter. Jessica teaches us that identity is deeply rooted in the world around us, both brutal and beautiful, and that we can grow as tall as trees if we respect the circle of life and all nature rules, and that t...
2021-10-1343 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast38. "Soon You'll See Things Our Way" Our Spooky Faves!On this episode of the ‘cast, Courtney and Shaun are talking about the spooky classics that helped make them the witches they are today. We work our way through these films and shows and dissect the deeper meaning we felt planted a seed in our hearts for magick, and explore why these movies are so immersive and fun for the budding witch and horror-fan alike! While we mostly used our own memories as resources for this episode’s content, we leaned on IMDb to help structure our thoughts - so thanks for being witchy wonderful, IMDb.
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2021-10-061h 10The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast37. TALK MINERAL TO ME feat. Libra Moonstone!On this episode of the ‘cast, Shaun and Courtney chat with the fabulous, the funny and the fantastic Lynae of Libra Moonstone! Lynae is a Metaphysical Geologist hailing from the sunshine state, and damn if she ain’t pure sunshine herself. Lynae walks us through her roots as a rock (star) scientist, spiritual healer and a Lithomancer, living the term “wearing many hats” (more like crowns) quite literally. We witchy women discuss collaborative health and the necessity to take the lead in your healing journey, the battle for truth and facts on social media, crystals for pandemic burnout and so much mor...
2021-09-291h 12The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast36. Budget WitchcraftOn this episode of the ‘cast, Shaun and Courtney are exploring witchcraft on a budget. We discuss several tips and tricks to keep your spending low when shopping for witchcraft supplies, repurposing household items, or even foraging for ingredients from your own property or local park. Shaun and Courtney also share their experiences finding items for their practices at their local discount stores. Don’t break the bank to hex your ex, witches! Resources for this episode include: Coko The Witch’s “Budget Witch Tips” series, Christy Kato’s “Witchy Thrifting” series, Temperance Alden’s YouTube video: “Things Every Budget Beginner Witch Shoul...
2021-09-2228 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast35. Manifest Your Destiny! feat. Witch Way Glass Co.On this episode of the ‘cast, Shaun and Courtney sit down with Sarah Fitzpatrick of Witch Way Glass Co. to discuss manifesting your spiritual and career path, mystical glass-making, releasing what no longer serves you and SO much more. Sarah is an accomplished stained glass artist who makes colorful and stunning decorative glass pieces inspired by themes in witchcraft, nature and seasonal pagan holidays. Sarah is a total breath of fresh air and a very evolved mystic, attributing her evolution to a long “shadow period” in which she learned to face and love her own darkness, and credits woodland living for he...
2021-09-151h 06The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast34. Folk Magick!On this episode of the ‘cast, Courtney and Shaun are chatting Folk Magick and country witchcraft! Folk Magick is an amalgamation of ritual traditions, established mythologies, and traditions that vary enormously based on socio-economic histories and traditions. Folk Magick happens in the backwoods, on the cliffs, and in the rural part of the world, but you’ll also find it in city downtowns and neighborhoods of the common people, constructed from regional practices of the local culture and the tools that the every-witch has access to. Basically, Folk Magick is the mysticism of survival. Recourses for this week’s episode includ...
2021-09-0854 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast33. Pure. Sagittarius. ENERGY feat. Tim DruckerOn this episode of the ‘cast, Shaun and Courtney welcome Tim Drucker cauldron-side, to discuss the magick and mysticism in the musical theatre industry. Tim is a Brooklyn-based playwright and director, the high-priest of real estate, and supreme witch of his “artist support group” coven. We three witches discuss the magick of energy healing & feeling on-stage, utilizing the fire sign within to harness your power and holding ritual with your coven virtually, especially during these uncertain times. Don’t miss this tall drink of pure Sagittarius energy!
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2021-09-0147 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast32. “What We Do With The Shadows” (Shadow Work)On this episode of the 'cast, Shaun and Courtney are discussing the difficult, dark stuff: Shadow Work. Shadow Work explores our unconscious behaviors and thought-patterns in order to help us grow as individuals, and point to where we can improve and change. It is not easy to face those repressed parts of ourselves, or our shadows in the mirror. But when we take the time and energy to bring the toxic and embarrassing aspects of ourselves cauldron-side for a chat, we do it for the sake of self-improvement.
Resources for this episode include: Illuminare from Glasshatch, “The Basics of Shadow Wor...
2021-08-2540 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast31. All Things Spooky feat. Witch’s Way CraftOn this episode of the ‘cast, Shaun and Courtney are joined by lovely Lily, owner of Witch’s Way Craft! Lily is a badass Philly witch, and vintage glass and crystal huntress who pours her entire heart and soul into her shop, Witch’s Way Craft. WWC is all all-purpose mystic shop, stocking witchcraft tools and treasures from Lily’s intuitive picks and travels. During our exploratory conversation we discuss with Lily how to choose your magickal pieces with intuition and intention, forage your ingredients with confidence and care, and find your coven with respect and acceptance. Witch’s Way Craft was...
2021-08-1855 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast30. You have to Hex to HealOn this episode of the ‘cast, Courtney and Shaun discuss the topic of Hexcraft. While hexing is a magickal path that should be walked with caution, respect, and self-awareness, it is also important to understand that hexing can help empower a practitioner to stand up for themselves, to defend those that cannot defend themselves, and to help exert some control over the psychic world around us. Hexing is one of the oldest forms of magick, and today we’re settling in around the cauldron to dissect this controversial and important topic in our community. Pour yourself a strong potion and join...
2021-08-1147 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast29. Magickal Mixology feat. Lizzie MarkhamOn this episode of the show, Shaun and Courtney are joined by Mixolo-witch Supreme, Lizzie Markham! Lizzie is a kitchen witch and mystic mixologist, casting in her kitchen since she was 19 years old, and who has recently found her community via a large and beautiful following on Witchtok. Lizzie teaches us that every part of food preparation is a spell, from adjusting a well-loved recipe to include lavender buds to adding crystals to the end to your favorite wooden mixing spoon. Lizzie reminds us to never ignore the law of attraction and to always make your practice your own in...
2021-08-0453 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast28. Hearthcraft!On this episode of the ‘cast, Courtney and Shaun are chatting about Hearthcraft & Home Witchery. Hearthcraft is a spiritual path rooted in the belief that the home is a place of beauty, power and protection, a place where people are nurtured and nourished on a spiritual basis as well as a physical and emotional basis. Courtney and Shaun discuss finding the “spiritual hearth” of your home, apartment, room etc., what the home means to the witch as a power-source, spirits of the hearth, and much more. Our resource for this week’s episode is The House Witch, by Arin Murphy-Hiscock.
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2021-07-2842 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast26. The Wheel of the Year: Pagan Holidays Pt 2!On this episode of the 'cast, Courtney and Shaun are diving into the Pagan Holidays on the Wheel of the Year! Part two covers the light side of the wheel: Beltane, Litha, Lughnasadh and Mabon. We talk about the popular histories of the light holidays, the lore, and some correspondences commonly associated with the holidays to decorate your altar, celebrate with food and drink, and some favorite witchy activities to get the party started!
Resources for this episode include: Year of the Witch by Temperance Alden and Magick: an illustrated guide to witchcraft by Kyla Little
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2021-07-1434 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast25. New Band Name, Called It! feat. Uncle Bob's Magic CabinetOn this episode of the 'cast, Courtney and Shaun interview Lori (the mom) and Leigh (the daughter) of Uncle Bob's Magic Cabinet! The ultimate mother-daughter duo, Leigh and Lori tell us all about how they redefined themselves as new generational witches, started their well-loved small business, Hedge Witch Apothecary, and through the pandemic found podcasting and quickly took the world by storm! We learn about integrating Herbalism into your daily practice with Lori, and Leigh teaches us about utilizing color magick through many different mediums. These women are two powerhouse goddesses, and we couldn't look up to them more.
2021-07-0752 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast24. The Wheel of the Year: Pagan Holidays Pt 1!On this episode of the 'cast, Courtney and Shaun are diving into the Pagan Holidays on the Wheel of the Year! Part one covers the dark side of the wheel: Samhain, Yule, Imbolc and Ostara. We talk about the popular histories of the dark holidays, the lore, and some correspondences commonly associated with the holidays to decorate your altar, celebrate with food and drink, and some favorite witchy activities to get the party started!
Resources for this episode include: Year of the Witch by Temperance Alden and Magick: an illustrated guide to witchcraft by Kyla Little
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2021-06-3045 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast23. Ritual Soapcraft feat. Skeleton Key ShopOn this episode of the 'cast, Courtney and Shaun meet with Natalie Reyes, professional Bath Witch, High Priestess, and owner and proprietor of one of our favorite mystic businesses, Skeleton Key Shop! Natalie's occultist journey presents as an expansive ancestral path on which she started at an early age, but she quickly forked that path to not only break the mold of outdated practices she found within traditional Witchcraft, but also to create her own molds through her spiritual skincare business! Through her training as a High Priestess, a spiritual teacher, and a Pastry Chef, she learned to look at...
2021-06-231h 25The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast22. Protection Magick!This week's episode is all about protection magick! Protecting yourself spiritually and energetically is just as important as protecting yourself physically when it comes to being a practitioner of Witchcraft. Today Shaun and Courtney are talking spacial protection, personal protection, warding, daily protection practices and much much more. Don't get caught wondering on the wrong side of the wand!
Resources for this episode include: Basics of Protection! & Basics of Baninishing, Binding & Unbinding from Chaotic Witch Aunt and Protection & Reversal Magick by Jason Miller
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2021-06-1639 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast21. Made up of Magick! feat. Maria Boutin IllustrationOn this episode of the 'cast, Courtney and Shaun sit down with witchy illustrator and artist Maria Boutin! Maria infuses everything she does with beauty and grace, and the vibes were nothing short of immaculate during this conversation. We witches explored Maria's journey to the United States from Chile, when she found a way to take the colors from her past and incorporate them into the palette of her future--including a giant chunk of mystical Rose Quartz from her homeland she refused to part with. We speak at length on Maria's hugely important perspective of social justice that informs her...
2021-06-0958 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast19. Gettin' Planty feat. The House Plant PixieOn this episode of the cast, Courtney and Shaun speak to the exquisite Susanne, The House Plant Pixie! Susanne is New York City's premier plant shopper & stylist, and she joins us today to discuss cultivating your ideal indoor jungle, house plants 101 and transforming your life by pruning your own dead leaves, along with the importance of manifestation and self care. Susanne imparts a wholly spiritual approach to caring for your plants as an extension of your own body.
Susanne is the founder of PLNTD HOME, a personal plant shopping, styling and care company. Susanne is an expert plant consultant, and a...
2021-05-261h 03The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast18. Connecting with Spirits!On this episode of the 'cast, Courtney and Shaun discuss spirit work and spirit connection in its many forms--from connecting with guides and ancestors, to animism, elemental allies, astral travelers and of course, deities. We also kibitz on Mediumship and how we have personally identified the spirit allies that have come to us, and what work we do together. Let's get spoopy!
Resources for this episode are: Encyclopedia of Spirits by Judika Illes; “Approaching Spirit Work” from Chaotic Witch Aunt and “A Beginner’s Guide to Communicating With Spirits on the Other Side” by Aliza Kelly Faragher of Allure Astrology.
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2021-05-191h 03The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast17. GODDESS WORK feat. Anette IllustrationsOn this episode of the 'cast, Courtney and Shaun speak to the almighty artist and golden goddess herself, Anette Prs! Anette walked us down the woodland path of her journey from honing her craft to finding her style, connecting with goddesses as realistic and visceral subjects, and her life in the beautiful green land of Estonia.
Anette Illustrations was created in 2017 with a focus on goddesses and the Feminine Divine. Anette memorializes deities and mythical creatures with her pen and makes her magick through the use of colors, flora, fauna and cultural myths and stories. Anette emboldens a new generation o...
2021-05-1251 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast16. Altar it UPOn today's episode of the 'cast, Courtney and Shaun discuss the topic of altars and sacred spaces. Altars are an important space at which a practitioner can ground themselves, work with source energies, or do important ritual work. While an altar is not necessary to Witchcraft, it can enhance one's practice in a variety of ways. Tune in to hear about all different kinds of sacred spaces, indoor and outdoor, and some ideas for the budding Witch on how to decorate their happy place.
Resources for this episode include: "Here’s everything you need to know about setting up your wit...
2021-05-0551 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast15. Inky Fingers feat. The Night PressOn this episode of the 'cast, Courtney and Shaun speak to Sunbul Akhtar, mystical printer and proprietor of "The Night Press". We three discuss inclusivity and diversity in the print-making world, Sunbul's stunning art and how it serves as a commentary on the world around her, and how her upbringing in a Pakistani-English fused world shaped Sunbul into the mastermind she is today.
The Night Press lives as a testament to the colors, sites, smells and feelings of day-to-day London life. You can follow the journey of The Night Press at https://iprintatnight.com and on Instagram an...
2021-04-2853 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast14. Divination Baby!On this episode of the 'cast, Court and Shaun discuss different modes and methods of Divination! We break down some popular ways to divine, aspects we love about Divination, and how we incorporate it into our daily practices.
Resources used for this episode are: Magick: An Illustrated Guide To Witchcraft by Kyla Little & Divination for Beginners by Scott Cunningham.
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2021-04-211h 03The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast13. Food Magick! feat. The Gourmet WitchOn this episode of the 'Cast, Courtney and Shaun discuss the magick of cooking with the marvelous and awe-inspiring Gourmet Witch! We three witches talk the power of creating and casting through Kitchen Witchery, manifesting with Sex Magick, feasting with the gods and the Sabbats, magickal ingredients, and SO much more. Gather 'round the cauldron, witches, you're gonna want to smell this!
Andrea Maldonado is a classically trained chef and a graduate of The Culinary Institute of America. She worked in a variety of New York City restaurants and high-end catering companies. Andrea is an Initiated Priestess of Ochun in...
2021-04-141h 15The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast12. Familiars!On this episode of the 'cast, Courtney and Shaun tackle the topic of Familiars, our witchy wonderful animal companions. We discuss animal allies and companions in terms of how they broaden our magickal practices, bring their own power to our world, and are by our side through it all.
Resources for this episode include: “What a Witch’s Familiar Really Is & How To Find Yours” by Lisa Stardust, Vogue Magazine, “Witches Familiars: The Good, The Bad, & The Weird” by Icy Sedgwick, and Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells by Judika Illes
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2021-04-0753 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast11. Comediumship feat. Nate AdamskyComic Nate Adamsky joins Courtney and Shaun on this episode of the 'Cast to share his spooky upbringing, and how that has transformed his outlook and impacted his comedic style. Nate also teaches us some master manifestation techniques that he has used to bring about some great successes in his own career! Follow Nate's journey on socials at @thenateadamsky and thenateadamsky.onuniverse.com.
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2021-03-311h 01The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast10. "I see the Crystal Visions..."On this week's episode, we're seeing the crystal visions! Courtney and Shaun chat all about Crystal Magick--the physical geologic structures of crystals, their metaphysical properties, crystal healing, crystal cleansing, and more! We share our favorite crystals, crystals for witches to use at all stages of their practices, and how we have integrated them into our own.
Disclaimer: For educational purposes only, content does not serve as medical advice.
Resources used in this episode: The Crystal Bible by Judy Hall; The Encyclopedia of Crystals, Herbs & New Age Elements from Adams Media; KeepingHerKeys.com; Reikigemwellness.com; Crystalvaults.c...
2021-03-241h 07The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast9. Beginner Witch 101! feat. Coko The WitchOn this episode of the 'Cast, Courtney and Shaun talk to Coko The Witch, a veteran practitioner, seasoned deity worker and all around incredible human being. Our conversation with Coko is nothing short of transformative--we cover the basics of starting out in a magickal practice, the do's and don'ts of working with gods and spirits, and even a little candle and glamour magick. Most importantly, we talk about how it is important to meet everyone where they are at in their journey, and to let Witchcraft come to you.
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2021-03-171h 10The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast8. Green Goddess!On this episode of the 'Cast, Shaun and Courtney wild out on the topics of Green Witchery and Plant Magick. We discuss connecting deeply with plants and Mother Earth, honoring each season for what it teaches us, and some key plants to have in your Witch's garden or indoor jungle.
Resources used in this episode are "Plant Witchery" by Juliet Diaz and Groveandgrotto.com.
Disclaimer: This discussion of Herbalism is for educational purposes only, we do not seek to give medical advice.
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2021-03-101h 09The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast7. Divine Muse feat. Templar WrightOn this Episode of the 'Cast, Courtney and Shaun speak to a Wiccan of the purest beauty and light, Templar Wright. We three discuss Magick in terms of religious rites, worshiping and embodying Nature in our craft, and being your own divine muse when you live and breathe your art.
Templar is a Jersey-based Mystic and Actor, joining us with a wealth of knowledge on Wicca and the Entertainment industry.
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2021-03-031h 08The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast6. Lunar Lions: Magick Of The MoonOn this episode, Courtney and Shaun discuss their journey down the star-lit path of Moon Magick. We talk Moon phases, spellcasting with the Moon, and even creating and walking your very own Moon Circle. Moon goddesses, besides us of course, DO make an appearance as well. Fly us to the Moon, any day or night.
Resources used in this episode are Moonology by Yasmin Boland, Moon Spells by Diane Ahlquist, Ask a Witch by Gabreila Herstick, and Full Moon Magic 2021 by Vickie Ossai
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2021-02-2455 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast5. Boss Witch! feat. Michalyn of Lucid Living Co.On this episode of the 'cast Courtney and Shaun speak to Michalyn, owner and creator of Lucid Living Co, bath and body ROYALTY. Michalyn talks us through her origins as both a Moon Witch and small business owner, and how she manifested her hugely successful occult bath care business from her humble kitchen cauldron to working her magick in a warehouse of her own.
Lucid Living Co opened the doors to their little Vegan shop of wonders in 2016, and has since created a delectable line of bath and body products to bewitch our senses and deify our bodies. Follow @lucidlivingco o...
2021-02-171h 04The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast4. Cleanliness is Witchy-nessEpisode 4 is all about CLEANSING! Courtney and Shaun give an overview of what spiritually cleansing means to them in their own respective practices, different ways to ethically cleanse, and a few tips from different witchy resources they've drawn from.
Resources used in this episode are The Big Book of Practical Spells by Judika Illes and Witchery: Embrace the Witch Within by Juliet Diaz
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2021-02-1042 minThe Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast3. Do You Smell The Jasmine? feat. Chase RosenbergOn this episode, Courtney and Shaun speak to Chase Rosenberg, a mystic Jewish daddy with the most magickal hair. We talk owning and developing an eclectic practice, emotional independence, accepting our ghosts, and SO much more. Chase even blesses us with a FIRE tarot reading to close the show! Chase Rosenberg is a Brooklyn-based artist, having recently formed the band "Greenroom," and is most importantly, in his own words, "a little witchy".
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2021-02-031h 07The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast2. The Lions Talk TarotOn this episode, Courtney and Shaun dive into the world of Tarot. They discuss the history of the cards, present a guided walkthrough of the Modern Witch Tarot Deck's (Lisa Sterle) Major Arcana, and pull some real-talk spreads on each other.
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The Lion, The Witch, And The Podcast1. Welcome, Witches!Welcome to the 'Cast, Witches! We're Courtney and Shaun, two mystic Leos exploring spirituality and the esoteric experience in a post-pandemic world. In this very first episode of The Lion, The Witch & The Podcast, we introduce our respective practices and the spiritual paths that have brought us together for four years of magick and mischief, and most importantly, brought us to YOU. We touch on our past lives, our growth, our influences, and the importance of building a community of practitioners living their most authentic lives. So come join our circle, sit for a spell! We won't bite you u...
2021-01-1940 min
Private Parts Unknown: Sex & Love Around the WorldHoe Summer, Scammers & Why You Shouldn't Give Your Money to Shaun King with Ashley RayFor the 28th episode of Private Parts Unknown, your hosts Courtney Kocak & Sofiya Alexandra welcome comedian & writer Ashley Ray for some lowkey Seven Mountains/Life Goals University CHURCH about why you shouldn't give your money to Shaun King — plus, what to do instead!We also discuss scammers more broadly, OG pegging (pre-Broad City), leading her school's GSA, Big Lesbian Organizer Energy, her mom coming out in her 60s, founding the FB group Hoe Summer, the genius of Michaela Coel's I May Destroy You, Beyoncé's Lemonade as a love letter to Black women & so much more.F...
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