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Shell's Spooky StoriesWitchcraft in the 21st Century: Green Magic, Ghost Tales and Healing with Swailes - Ep 59Send us a textWitchcraft in the 21st Century: Green Magic, Ghost Tales and Healing with Swailes - Ep 59.Step into the After Dark Archives with Shell as she welcomes Swailes from The Bell Witch Podcast to discuss witchcraft, the paranormal and the realities of living a magically-aligned life. This episode dives straight into real experiences, personal journeys, and the unfiltered truth about balancing the mystical and the everyday.- Swailes’ journey into witchcraft, growing up with a psychic mother and discovering her identity as a green witch- Th...
2025-12-181h 12
The Bell Witch PodcastBehind the Scenes of Crystal Forest Guardians Oracle: A Deep Dive into Creative Process of an indie deckWelcome to The Bell Witch Podcast, "Witching in the 21st Century"In episode 75 of The Bell Witch Podcast, host Swailes welcomes back Genna from Sydney, Australia, a crystal witch and creator of the 'Crystal Forest Guardians' independent oracle deck. They discuss Genna’s creative journey, blending crystals and animals into intuitive oracle cards, her experiences with motherhood, and the supportive witchcraft community. Genna shares insights into the symbolism of her favourite cards, her self-funded publishing process, and future plans for a companion spell book. The episode also features personal updates from the host, event recaps, an...
2025-12-0852 min
Sacred Spirit Sessions - The Golden Wolf Wing Podcast10 - Witchcraft, Sigil Magic and Remembering Who You Are with Emma SwailesIn this rich and empowering episode, Danielle is joined by Emma Swailes - also known as The Friendly Green Witch and host of The Bell Witch Podcast. Together they explore the magic of living as a modern witch, from intuitive sigil crafting and spellwork to the everyday power of nature, motherhood and remembering who we really are.Emma shares her personal journey into witchcraft, how it helped her overcome depression, and how it continues to shape her path, parenting and podcasting. The conversation flows through sacred rituals, spell jars, protective magic, intuitive energy work and how witchcraft...
2025-12-0353 min
The Bell Witch PodcastCrafting Magic: The Journey Behind Witches MagazineWelcome to The Bell Witch Podcast. 'Witching in the 21st Century' If you love what you hear and want to support the show please leave ratings, reviews and share the podcast with your friends. It truly helps the show to shine. In this episode of The Bell Witch Podcast, host Swailes chats with Laura, producer of the Witches Magazine. They discuss the magazine’s origins as a university project, its growth into a beloved seasonal publication, and the importance of community in modern witchcraft. Laura shares behind-the-scenes insights on producing the magazine, her personal journey as...
2025-11-2451 min
The Bell Witch PodcastHow Do Our Spoken Words Shape Our Reality?Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- 'Witching in the 21 Century' In this 73rd episode- a 'Solitary Witch' episode of TBWP, the host Swailes explores the magic and science behind spoken words, sharing personal stories about language, manifestation, and mental health. She discusses how words shape reality, referencing witchcraft, neurodiversity, and neuroscience, and reflects on a transformative week of silence in 2011 that shaped her understanding of her own language. Swailes emphasizes intentional, positive speech, the pitfalls of capitalism, and the importance of self-kindness. Humorous interjections from friends add warmth. Listeners are encouraged to use words as...
2025-11-1052 min
The Bell Witch PodcastSpooky Stories for Halloween: A Yorkshire Blogger's Haunted LifeHAPPY HALLOWEEN AND BLESSED SAMHAIN!In this special Halloween edition of The Bell Witch Podcast, the host welcomes Yorkshire blogger and journalist Shannon Palmer. Shannon shares chilling and heartfelt stories of hauntings and supernatural encounters from her life and family history, including ghostly visits, eerie coincidences, and local haunted sites in Bradford and Halifax. The episode blends personal anecdotes, folklore, and paranormal investigation, exploring themes of life, death, and the unknown. With warmth and humour, Shannon and the host discuss the emotional impact of these experiences, offering listeners a captivating and spooky celebration of the Samhain season.
2025-10-3146 min
The Bell Witch PodcastThe Enchantment of Storytelling: Weaving Folklore Magic with The Three Ravens PodcastWelcome to The Bell Witch Podcast "Witching in the 21st Century" 'Witchcraft, magic and podcasting mixed together in the cauldron of life has transformed my life because I value my own voice as a form of magic.'In this 71st episode of "The Bell Witch Podcast: Swailes, the Friendly Green Witch of Yorkshire interviews Eleanor and Martin from "The Three Ravens" podcast. They discuss the origins of their folklore podcast, their creative process, and the importance of storytelling in connecting communities. The trio shares personal experiences with witchcraft, tarot, and ghostly encounters, while reflecting...
2025-10-201h 11
The Bell Witch PodcastYorkshire Ghost Tales with Spindleshanks McScrew- Beware the Bloom: The Dark story of H.G. Wells' Strange OrchidEpisode 4Welcome to another frightening bonus episode from Spindleshanks McScrew of Yorkshire Ghost Tours. A ghostly collab brought to you by Turnip Fish Theatre and The Bell Witch Podcast.In this dark episode, host Spindleshanks McScrew, a Yorkshire storyteller and ghost tour guide, retells H.G. Wells’ “The Strange Orchid” from her own perspective. Blending gothic horror and botanical intrigue, she explores the Victorian obsession with exotic plants, focusing on a mysterious orchid with deadly tendencies. The episode weaves history, folklore, and suspense as Spindle Shanks recounts the chilling events surrounding her cousin Winter Wedderburn and hi...
2025-10-0120 min
The Bell Witch PodcastExploring the Mystical Sites of South West Britain pt2: The Magical Museum & The Sacred WellWelcome to another Solitary Witch Episode of The Bell Witch Podcast- a show that aims to get you 'Witching in the 21st Century' This is officially episode 69 but is the 98th upload on the feed!In this episode, the host takes listeners on a personal journey through the Museum of Witchcraft and Magic in Boscastle, Cornwall, sharing vivid impressions of its unique exhibits, history, and atmosphere. The episode explores themes like witchcraft persecution, folk healing, magical artifacts, and the museum’s fascinating past. The adventure continues with a reflective visit to Glastonbury’s Chalice Well, delving into its...
2025-09-221h 00
The Bell Witch PodcastYorkshire Ghost Tales with Spindkeshanks McScrew- The Blind Spirit of William Taylor: A Haunting in OtleyEpisode 3Welcome to another frightening episode from Yorkshire Ghost Tours. Brought to you by Yorkshire Ghost Tours and The Bell Witch Podcast!In this dark episode, host Spindle Shanks McScrew recounts the chilling 1887 Otley tragedy, where William Taylor, an abusive alcoholic, murdered his infant daughter Annie and fatally shot Superintendent Burke Hill during a police standoff. The episode explores the harrowing events, the family’s suffering, William’s descent into madness at Broadmoor Asylum, and the enduring legend of his restless ghost haunting Otley’s Gallows Hill. Blending true crime with ghostly lore, the story serves...
2025-09-0115 min
The Bell Witch PodcastYorkshire Ghost Tales with Spindleshanks McScrew - The Tragic Tale of the Grey Lady: A Haunting at East Riddlesden HallEpisode 2Welcome to another brand new mini series. Brought to you by Yorkshire Ghost Tours and The Bell Witch Podcast"Witches, warriors, ghoulfriends. Welcome to Spindleshanks’ Shack. My name is Spindleshanks McScrew, your guide for all things ghoulish in Yorkshire, and it’s my pleasure to haunt you through the airwaves. I’ve clawed my way through the fog on the moors to be here with you right at this moment, to regale you with miserable tales of bygone days from what they call “God’s Own Country”.This episode is brought to you from the...
2025-07-2006 min
The Bell Witch PodcastHeathen Folklore - Tales from the Norse Shadows #3The Stonemason's Folly: A Giant's Legacy in the Wall of Asgard.In this podcast episode, host Ulfhedinn Odinson, pagan poet and Wolven Warrior dramatically retells the Norse myth of the stonemason and the wall of Asgard. Listeners hear how the gods, tricked by a giant in disguise, enlist Loki’s cunning to avoid paying his steep price. The tale explores themes of pride, deception, and unintended consequences, culminating in Loki’s transformation and the birth of Sleipnir. The episode closes with reflections on the myth’s lasting impact and a hint of future doom for Asgard...
2025-06-2516 min
The Bell Witch PodcastYorkshire Ghost Tales with Spindleshanks McScrew - Love, Murder, and Monsters: The Chilling Tale of Dog Park LodgeEpisode 1Welcome to another brand new mini series. Brought to you by Yorkshire Ghost Tours and The bell Witch Podcast!"Witches, warriors, ghoulfriends. Welcome to Spindleshanks’ Shack. My name is Spindleshanks McScrew, your guide for all things ghoulish in Yorkshire, and it’s my pleasure to haunt you through the airwaves. I’ve clawed my way through the fog on the moors to be here with you right at this moment, to regale you with miserable tales of bygone days from what they call “God’s Own Country”.This episode is brought to you from the...
2025-06-0416 min
The Bell Witch PodcastHeathen Folklore - Tales from the Norse Shadows #2Loki's Poisonous Words: The Cost of Jealousy, a Feast of Pride and PunishmentIn this episode, Ulfhedinn Odinson narrates the Norse mythology tale of Lokasenna set during a feast hosted by the giant Aegir. Gods like Odin, Frigg, Bragi, and others attend, but Thor is absent. The trickster god Loki, driven by jealousy, kills a servant named Fimafeng. After being banished, Loki returns and engages in a verbal duel with the gods. The conflict escalates until Thor intervenes. Loki is eventually punished by being bound to a stalagmite with venom dripping onto his face. The episode explores...
2025-04-2513 min
The Bell Witch PodcastHeathen Folklore - Tales from the Norse Shadows #1Thunder, Trickery, and Tides: The Epic Tale of Thor and LokiIn this podcast episode, Ulfhedinn, Odin's son, narrates a captivating Norse mythology tale about Thor and Loki's adventures in Jotunheim, the realm of giants. Ulfhedinn invites listeners to gather around a fire, enjoy mead, and listen to the story, which explores themes of humility, deception, and the nature of strength. Thor and Loki face various challenges posed by the giants, including contests of eating, racing, drinking, and lifting. Ultimately, they learn that appearances can be deceiving and that even the mightiest can be humbled. The episode c...
2025-03-2716 min
The Bell Witch PodcastThe Power of Reiki and Crystals: An Holistic Approach to Grief and Healing This Episode is dedicated to Emma Nicholson-Cable, a beautiful soul we lost in Feb 2024.Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast. Witching in the 21st Century.Ep.40This Moot Loot episode is a wholesome interview tackling the subject of grief, loss, adaptation and transformation. Host Swailes aka Friendly Green Witch, welcomes Angela Booth, owner and therapist of The Crystal Booth in Horsforth, Leeds. Angela shares her profound journey of healing after her mother's death in 2010, which led her to explore Reiki and hypnotherapy, alternative medications and crystal healing. She discusses the transformative power of t...
2024-10-0752 min
The Bell Witch PodcastNorthern WitchesMoot Loot Episode of #TBWP hosted by Swailes The Friendly Green Witch. In this episode I interview Quinn Green the creative director of Pagans of the North online Magazine and I also as share my floatation therapy experience. EVERY TIME YOU RATE/REVIEW/FOLLOW A PODCASTER DOES A LITTLE HAPPY DANCEFancy being a guest speaker or suggest a topic? Email thebellwitchpodcast@yahoo.com Produced with love and magic by @Thefriendlygreenwitch Follow TBWP on Instagram @the_bell_witch_podcast((DISCLAIMER- swear words, brief mentions of Druid Nazi connections and...
2023-09-2649 min
The Bell Witch PodcastThe Bell Witch Podcast 14: Northern WitchesWelcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- airing fortnightly- a 'Witchcast’ full of practical magic and witchy topics with 'Moot Loot’ guests who share gems of knowledge and pearls of wisdom every month, bringing you up to date with witching in the 21st Century. Hosted by Swailes the Friendly Green Witch- a Wiccan Lass with a strong Wakefield accent and love for all things magical, spooky and authentically pagan. The show has naturally evolved over time with a fresh new vibe. In this episode I interview Quinn Green the creative director of Pagans of the North online Magazine and I als...
2023-09-2649 min