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A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 62: The History of Witchcraft - A Possibly Impossible Task - Part ONEHere we go! This history is meant to be a primer, by which one can jump start their own exploration into deeper and more specific history based on their own cultural or traditional background. Otherwise we would need 100 episodes rather than 2! So, I hope this offers some insight and inspiration to start your digging. With Part One, we're starting off with practices from the Stone Age Eras, moving into Ancient civilizations, proceeding into the Middle Ages and finally ending with the Witch Trials that spanned the Middle Ages, Renaissance and Early Modern Era. Next week, we'll pick up at...
2024-06-281h 01A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 62: The History of Witchcraft - A Possibly Impossible Task - Part ONEHere we go! This history is meant to be a primer, by which one can jump start their own exploration into deeper and more specific history based on their own cultural or traditional background. Otherwise we would need 100 episodes rather than 2! So, I hope this offers some insight and inspiration to start your digging. With Part One, we're starting off with practices from the Stone Age Eras, moving into Ancient civilizations, proceeding into the Middle Ages and finally ending with the Witch Trials that spanned the Middle Ages, Renaissance and Early Modern Era. Next week, we'll pick up at...
2024-06-281h 01A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 61: Fortune & Flora - The Fives of the Tarot & Elder, the Guardian TreeWelp, the Fives of the Tarot kind of suck! But so do the situations that bring about our most valuable lessons in this life. So, lets level up together with a dive into the nature of these somewhat unsettling cards. It could be worse. You could have cut down an Elder Tree without asking permission and making an offering! We're also taking a close look at this incredibly magickal plant spirit, some folklore surrounding it, and how it can be a major player in your magickal practice today.     Thank you so much for listening! ...
2024-06-0856 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 61: Fortune & Flora - The Fives of the Tarot & Elder, the Guardian TreeWelp, the Fives of the Tarot kind of suck! But so do the situations that bring about our most valuable lessons in this life. So, lets level up together with a dive into the nature of these somewhat unsettling cards. It could be worse. You could have cut down an Elder Tree without asking permission and making an offering! We're also taking a close look at this incredibly magickal plant spirit, some folklore surrounding it, and how it can be a major player in your magickal practice today.     Thank you so much for listening! ...
2024-06-0856 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 60: A Series of Symbols - The Pentagram & the PentacleFinally! Apologies for the delay on this episode... I hope it's worth the wait! Inspired by some good ole fashion Satanic Panic, I decided to start a new series on Symbols found throughout Witchcraft, Paganism, the Occult and Folk Traditions - starting off, of course, with the Pentagram and Pentacle. Let's take a look at its history, its mathematical perfection, its symbolic meaning today, compared to its historical meanings - and why it's... just... awesome! I'm also starting this episode off with a little tribute to my recently passed companion, Boone, who graced this planet with his incredible light...
2024-05-2645 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 60: A Series of Symbols - The Pentagram & the PentacleFinally! Apologies for the delay on this episode... I hope it's worth the wait! Inspired by some good ole fashion Satanic Panic, I decided to start a new series on Symbols found throughout Witchcraft, Paganism, the Occult and Folk Traditions - starting off, of course, with the Pentagram and Pentacle. Let's take a look at its history, its mathematical perfection, its symbolic meaning today, compared to its historical meanings - and why it's... just... awesome! I'm also starting this episode off with a little tribute to my recently passed companion, Boone, who graced this planet with his incredible light...
2024-05-2645 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 59: Fortune & Flora - The Fours of the Tarot and Basil, the Witch's HerbIt's time to dive into the FOURS of the Tarot! There's a whole lot in here about Security and Stability - all expressed through different elemental influences and seemingly overseen by our mighty Emperor. We've got this. And, equally fiery and Mars-ruled Basil brings luck, love, abundance and protection into the mix. This sexy little sucker is an incredibly aromatic herb that is just as magickal as it is medicinal. I mean... have you smelled one???   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go t...
2024-05-1049 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 59: Fortune & Flora - The Fours of the Tarot and Basil, the Witch's HerbIt's time to dive into the FOURS of the Tarot! There's a whole lot in here about Security and Stability - all expressed through different elemental influences and seemingly overseen by our mighty Emperor. We've got this. And, equally fiery and Mars-ruled Basil brings luck, love, abundance and protection into the mix. This sexy little sucker is an incredibly aromatic herb that is just as magickal as it is medicinal. I mean... have you smelled one???   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go t...
2024-05-1049 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 58: Enhancing Your Practice with Astrology - Talking Planets with Rae and Theresa from Two Geminis & a LeoThis one was so much fun! As a beautiful complement to the Daily Magick Series and a special Solar Return treat for myself, I've brought on my first guests ever, Rae and Theresa from Two Geminis & a Leo! We're talking all things Astrology: Birth Charts, Planetary Influences, Deities, Tarot, Shadow Work and, especially, how it can enrich your magickal practice and/or spiritual journey. Also we crack each other up a bit so settle in for a good time!  Be sure to check out the Two Geminis and a Leo, an Astrology Podcast, if you haven't already.
2024-04-261h 26A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 58: Enhancing Your Practice with Astrology - Talking Planets with Rae and Theresa from Two Geminis & a LeoThis one was so much fun! As a beautiful complement to the Daily Magick Series and a special Solar Return treat for myself, I've brought on my first guests ever, Rae and Theresa from Two Geminis & a Leo! We're talking all things Astrology: Birth Charts, Planetary Influences, Deities, Tarot, Shadow Work and, especially, how it can enrich your magickal practice and/or spiritual journey. Also we crack each other up a bit so settle in for a good time!  Be sure to check out the Two Geminis and a Leo, an Astrology Podcast, if you haven't already.
2024-04-261h 26A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 57: Fortune & Flora - The Threes of the Tarot and the Calendula Marigold ProblemIt's time to get social, team up and leave ourselves open - even to heartbreak - as we embark upon the Threes of the Tarot. We'll touch numerology, astrology, folklore and mythology associated with these cards and then pull the full interpretations before we dive into the problem with Calendula and Marigold. These two magickal and medicinal powerhouses get confused too often - and it's not your fault! Lets take a look at why.  *Also, at this point, I'm just going to have to market my podcast as half tarot/witchcraft and half ASMR for unhinged people w...
2024-04-1258 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 57: Fortune & Flora - The Threes of the Tarot and the Calendula Marigold ProblemIt's time to get social, team up and leave ourselves open - even to heartbreak - as we embark upon the Threes of the Tarot. We'll touch numerology, astrology, folklore and mythology associated with these cards and then pull the full interpretations before we dive into the problem with Calendula and Marigold. These two magickal and medicinal powerhouses get confused too often - and it's not your fault! Lets take a look at why.  *Also, at this point, I'm just going to have to market my podcast as half tarot/witchcraft and half ASMR for unhinged people w...
2024-04-1258 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 56: Candle Magic, Color Magic & Carromancy PLUS the Solar Eclipse in AriesIt's about time we discussed Candle Magick, which you can't really explore without touching upon Color Magick, right? And while we're here, lets divine with the wax and learn a little bit about Carromancy - or ceromancy... or wax divination. The point is, these things go well together so, we're talking about them together, so, come join us! But first, a quick what's what on the upcoming solar eclipse in Aries.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check ou...
2024-03-2957 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 56: Candle Magic, Color Magic & Carromancy PLUS the Solar Eclipse in AriesIt's about time we discussed Candle Magick, which you can't really explore without touching upon Color Magick, right? And while we're here, lets divine with the wax and learn a little bit about Carromancy - or ceromancy... or wax divination. The point is, these things go well together so, we're talking about them together, so, come join us! But first, a quick what's what on the upcoming solar eclipse in Aries.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check ou...
2024-03-2957 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 55: Fortune & Flora - The Twos of the Tarot and Damiana, Our Favorite Herbal AphrodisiacNaturally, after exploring the Aces, we're diving into the twos of the Tarot with the wisdom and stillness of the High Priestess! We'll cover the numerology and associations as well - and then expand our knowledge of the sultry and seductive Damiana plant spirit. If you're interested in love magic or turning your intuition up to eleven, stay tuned for this part!    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get event updates or browse the Li...
2024-03-1545 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 55: Fortune & Flora - The Twos of the Tarot and Damiana, Our Favorite Herbal AphrodisiacNaturally, after exploring the Aces, we're diving into the twos of the Tarot with the wisdom and stillness of the High Priestess! We'll cover the numerology and associations as well - and then expand our knowledge of the sultry and seductive Damiana plant spirit. If you're interested in love magic or turning your intuition up to eleven, stay tuned for this part!    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get event updates or browse the Li...
2024-03-1545 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 54: Daily Magick - Messages from Mercury on Wednesdays PLUS the New Moon in PiscesRemember this series? We're getting back into it and exploring the planet Mercury, all of its orbital quirkiness, deities and mythology associated with it and the influences it can have, astrologically, on your life as well as your Magick! Of course, we also need to talk about Wednesdays, how this day of the week is so deeply connected to Mercury and all the ways Wednesday and its associations can help you focus your magical actions and intentions. We'll leave off with a Mercurian spell - but first, we're talking about the New Moon in Pisces!  *Note: You d...
2024-03-0132 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 54: Daily Magick - Messages from Mercury on Wednesdays PLUS the New Moon in PiscesRemember this series? We're getting back into it and exploring the planet Mercury, all of its orbital quirkiness, deities and mythology associated with it and the influences it can have, astrologically, on your life as well as your Magick! Of course, we also need to talk about Wednesdays, how this day of the week is so deeply connected to Mercury and all the ways Wednesday and its associations can help you focus your magical actions and intentions. We'll leave off with a Mercurian spell - but first, we're talking about the New Moon in Pisces!  *Note: You d...
2024-03-0132 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 53: Fortune & Flora - The Aces and Clove PLUS the Snow Moon in VirgoAlright! We're officially in the Minor Arcana with our exploration of the Aces of the Tarot. Join the discussion on the nature of the Aces, all about the Number One and its associations, and how to interpret the Aces in a reading -- all before we dive into this installment's plant spirit, Clove. Stay on for the culinary and medicinal uses of Clove, how it's come up in mythology and folklore and, of course, its properties in magic and witchcraft! But first, the Snow Moon in Virgo approaches.    Thank you so much for listening!
2024-02-1640 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 53: Fortune & Flora - The Aces and Clove PLUS the Snow Moon in VirgoAlright! We're officially in the Minor Arcana with our exploration of the Aces of the Tarot. Join the discussion on the nature of the Aces, all about the Number One and its associations, and how to interpret the Aces in a reading -- all before we dive into this installment's plant spirit, Clove. Stay on for the culinary and medicinal uses of Clove, how it's come up in mythology and folklore and, of course, its properties in magic and witchcraft! But first, the Snow Moon in Virgo approaches.    Thank you so much for listening!
2024-02-1640 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 52: Imbolc & The Four Elements, PLUS Spirit, the Magic Circle & the PentagramWant to get a run down on the history, mythology and lore of Imbolc, as well as the traditions, magick and food? Want to know more about the Goddess, Brigid? Interested in a brush up on the Four Elements, their energies and how they play a major role in not just our magick but our existence? Care to hear how and why the elements assist with the casting of the magick circle? Want to know how spirit plays the biggest role of all and how all Five Elements come together on the pentagram? Well that's a specific and extensive...
2024-02-0247 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 52: Imbolc & The Four Elements, PLUS Spirit, the Magic Circle & the PentagramWant to get a run down on the history, mythology and lore of Imbolc, as well as the traditions, magick and food? Want to know more about the Goddess, Brigid? Interested in a brush up on the Four Elements, their energies and how they play a major role in not just our magick but our existence? Care to hear how and why the elements assist with the casting of the magick circle? Want to know how spirit plays the biggest role of all and how all Five Elements come together on the pentagram? Well that's a specific and extensive...
2024-02-0247 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 51: Fortune & Flora - The Four Suits of the Tarot, a Brief History of the Tarot, a Suits Assignment AND The Full Wolf Moon in PiscesBefore diving into the Minor Arcana, we're exploring the Four Suits: Wands, Cups, Swords & Pentacles - and their relation to the Four Elements: Fire, Water, Air & Earth. We're also discussing one simple way to decipher the Court Cards and a brief history of the Tarot itself, especially the RWS system. Finally, I have two assignments for connecting further with the suits - BUT FIRST, it's the Full Wolf Moon in Pisces next week.   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com t...
2024-01-1928 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 51: Fortune & Flora - The Four Suits of the Tarot, a Brief History of the Tarot, a Suits Assignment AND The Full Wolf Moon in PiscesBefore diving into the Minor Arcana, we're exploring the Four Suits: Wands, Cups, Swords & Pentacles - and their relation to the Four Elements: Fire, Water, Air & Earth. We're also discussing one simple way to decipher the Court Cards and a brief history of the Tarot itself, especially the RWS system. Finally, I have two assignments for connecting further with the suits - BUT FIRST, it's the Full Wolf Moon in Pisces next week.   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com t...
2024-01-1928 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 50: New Year, New Season - Embracing the New Year & Setting Intentions for Magick and GrowthWe may be days into 2024 but transitions and fresh starts don't happen instantly, so, let's talk about the process of taking stock, reflecting, shedding what no longer serves and then setting intentions for magick and growth in the coming year. I'm sharing some historic and folkloric bits about the New Year itself while also revealing some methods I use for taking advantage of this "clean slate" as an opportunity for expansion in 2024. Let's start being the gloriously magnificent and magickal beasts we were always meant to be - one step at a time.    Thank you so...
2024-01-0524 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 50: New Year, New Season - Embracing the New Year & Setting Intentions for Magick and GrowthWe may be days into 2024 but transitions and fresh starts don't happen instantly, so, let's talk about the process of taking stock, reflecting, shedding what no longer serves and then setting intentions for magick and growth in the coming year. I'm sharing some historic and folkloric bits about the New Year itself while also revealing some methods I use for taking advantage of this "clean slate" as an opportunity for expansion in 2024. Let's start being the gloriously magnificent and magickal beasts we were always meant to be - one step at a time.    Thank you so...
2024-01-0524 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 49: THE CULMINATION - Fortune & Flora: The World and IvyThis is the last episode before I come back from my break with Season 2 on Friday, January 5th, so it's pretty ideal to be able to finish up with the final card in the Major Arcana and the completion of the Fool's Journey through the Major Arcana! I'm also discussing Ivy, or Hedera Helix - an evergreen that doesn't get quite as much love as pine, spruce and fir during Winter Solstice Season but carries the energy of new beginnings and everlasting life, nonetheless. I wish you all a wonderful Solstice and a happy New Year. Talk to you...
2023-12-1539 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 49: THE CULMINATION - Fortune & Flora: The World and IvyThis is the last episode before I come back from my break with Season 2 on Friday, January 5th, so it's pretty ideal to be able to finish up with the final card in the Major Arcana and the completion of the Fool's Journey through the Major Arcana! I'm also discussing Ivy, or Hedera Helix - an evergreen that doesn't get quite as much love as pine, spruce and fir during Winter Solstice Season but carries the energy of new beginnings and everlasting life, nonetheless. I wish you all a wonderful Solstice and a happy New Year. Talk to you...
2023-12-1539 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 48: Winter Solstice and Yule, Plus Krampus and Other Holiday SpookinessThe Winter Solstice is coming! Let's talk about the longest night, AKA the shortest day, and how the modern celebration of Yule relates to its more ancient origins. We're also discussing some pagan mythology, including the Oak and Holly Kings, and then diving into the scarier folktales associated with this season, like Krampus, the Yule Cat and Gryla and her Yule Lads! But first, I have some things to say about the New Moon in Sagittarius and how its energy, paired with that of the Winter Solstice and the end of the year, makes us all think a little...
2023-12-0839 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 48: Winter Solstice and Yule, Plus Krampus and Other Holiday SpookinessThe Winter Solstice is coming! Let's talk about the longest night, AKA the shortest day, and how the modern celebration of Yule relates to its more ancient origins. We're also discussing some pagan mythology, including the Oak and Holly Kings, and then diving into the scarier folktales associated with this season, like Krampus, the Yule Cat and Gryla and her Yule Lads! But first, I have some things to say about the New Moon in Sagittarius and how its energy, paired with that of the Winter Solstice and the end of the year, makes us all think a little...
2023-12-0839 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 47: Fortune & Flora - Judgement and AsafoetidaOur Fool has reached the second to last stop on his journey through the Major Arcana. Now, it's time to shed what no longer serves and go forward clear with the Judgement card. Let's also discuss Asafoetida's powerful banishing and cleansing properties and why it seems to work in tandem with the Judgement card.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get event updates or browse the Living Grimoire or Spell & Ritual Archive! Sh...
2023-12-0125 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 47: Fortune & Flora - Judgement and AsafoetidaOur Fool has reached the second to last stop on his journey through the Major Arcana. Now, it's time to shed what no longer serves and go forward clear with the Judgement card. Let's also discuss Asafoetida's powerful banishing and cleansing properties and why it seems to work in tandem with the Judgement card.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get event updates or browse the Living Grimoire or Spell & Ritual Archive! Sh...
2023-12-0125 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 46: Witchy Ways to Avoid the Winter Blues & the Science Behind AffirmationsWell I'm not going to be earning any praise for my voice acting anytime soon, but this is what happens when you ask AI to write a podcast episode and then just go with it. We're also discussing the winter blues or Seasonal Affective Disorder and how we can lean on our magickal practice when it strikes, as well as the science -- or the scientific magic -- behind affirmations. Listen through to make sure you get the bonus spell! This episode is brought to you by Agnes Nutterbutter and Mildred Hubble Space-Telescope.   Thank you s...
2023-12-0124 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 46: Witchy Ways to Avoid the Winter Blues & the Science Behind AffirmationsWell I'm not going to be earning any praise for my voice acting anytime soon, but this is what happens when you ask AI to write a podcast episode and then just go with it. We're also discussing the winter blues or Seasonal Affective Disorder and how we can lean on our magickal practice when it strikes, as well as the science -- or the scientific magic -- behind affirmations. Listen through to make sure you get the bonus spell! This episode is brought to you by Agnes Nutterbutter and Mildred Hubble Space-Telescope.   Thank you s...
2023-12-0124 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 45: Fortune & Flora - The Sun and St. John’s WortHere comes the sun! We're stepping out of the mystery, uncertainty and confusion of the moonlight and into the clarity, joy and optimism of the sunlight! Join me as I explore the 19th card of the Major Arcana, the Sun, and then draw some similarities and comparisons with the magick and medicine of the St. John's Wort plant spirit! Also the Oak and Holly Kings make a cameo in a decidedly weird but intriguing way.      Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go...
2023-11-1734 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 45: Fortune & Flora - The Sun and St. John’s WortHere comes the sun! We're stepping out of the mystery, uncertainty and confusion of the moonlight and into the clarity, joy and optimism of the sunlight! Join me as I explore the 19th card of the Major Arcana, the Sun, and then draw some similarities and comparisons with the magick and medicine of the St. John's Wort plant spirit! Also the Oak and Holly Kings make a cameo in a decidedly weird but intriguing way.      Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go...
2023-11-1734 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 44: The Plant Magick Episode, PLUS New Moon in Scorpio Magick and the Coven Shop AnnouncementLet's talk about how far beyond simple ingredients in spells and remedies the magick of plants can really reach. From an animistic point of view, we can look at plant magick, or herbal magic, as the nurturing of relationships with spiritual allies - and then it becomes something much more beautiful than general properties and correspondences. Let's dive into the green realm together after exploring New Moon in Scorpio magick and discussing the Coven Shop for a moment.   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from.
2023-11-1040 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 44: The Plant Magick Episode, PLUS New Moon in Scorpio Magick and the Coven Shop AnnouncementLet's talk about how far beyond simple ingredients in spells and remedies the magick of plants can really reach. From an animistic point of view, we can look at plant magick, or herbal magic, as the nurturing of relationships with spiritual allies - and then it becomes something much more beautiful than general properties and correspondences. Let's dive into the green realm together after exploring New Moon in Scorpio magick and discussing the Coven Shop for a moment.   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from.
2023-11-1040 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 43: Fortune & Flora - The Moon and Belladonna PLUS Daylight Savings MythsLet's explore the mysterious and sometimes confusing nature of the Moon Tarot card and then dive — not too deep — into the dark and dangerous beauty of Deadly Nightshade, the Belladonna plant. I was so thorough with my warnings about the toxicity of this plant that I started rolling my eyes at myself while editing BUT it's really important that we know some plants need not be handled. Also, I hate daylight savings! So, let's talk about it.   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to...
2023-11-0348 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 43: Fortune & Flora - The Moon and Belladonna PLUS Daylight Savings MythsLet's explore the mysterious and sometimes confusing nature of the Moon Tarot card and then dive — not too deep — into the dark and dangerous beauty of Deadly Nightshade, the Belladonna plant. I was so thorough with my warnings about the toxicity of this plant that I started rolling my eyes at myself while editing BUT it's really important that we know some plants need not be handled. Also, I hate daylight savings! So, let's talk about it.   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to...
2023-11-0348 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 42: Samhain, Ancestors, the Dumb Supper, the Lunar Eclipse in Taurus & One Last Spooky TaleThis was just going to be about Samhain, but you can't talk Samhain without talking Ancestors and Ancestor Veneration, and then I thought it would be nice to tie it in with the Dumb Supper, and then the Full Hunter's Moon Lunar Eclipse in Taurus showed up, and, finally, something extra spooky happened on a camping trip last week. So, here we are.   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get event updates or browse t...
2023-10-2757 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 42: Samhain, Ancestors, the Dumb Supper, the Lunar Eclipse in Taurus & One Last Spooky TaleThis was just going to be about Samhain, but you can't talk Samhain without talking Ancestors and Ancestor Veneration, and then I thought it would be nice to tie it in with the Dumb Supper, and then the Full Hunter's Moon Lunar Eclipse in Taurus showed up, and, finally, something extra spooky happened on a camping trip last week. So, here we are.   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get event updates or browse t...
2023-10-2757 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 41: HALLOWEEN: History, Legends, Traditions, Movies, a Recipe & a SpellI'm really letting my nerd flag fly with this one. Here's your historical timeline on Halloween, from ancients times until now, with some legends along the way. Then we're discussing Urban Legends and Halloween movies before leaving off with a simple recipe and a fun spell!    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get event updates or browse the Living Grimoire or Spell & Ritual Archive! Get Bonus Content and Behind-the-Scenes, Early Release Video Ep...
2023-10-2058 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 41: HALLOWEEN: History, Legends, Traditions, Movies, a Recipe & a SpellI'm really letting my nerd flag fly with this one. Here's your historical timeline on Halloween, from ancients times until now, with some legends along the way. Then we're discussing Urban Legends and Halloween movies before leaving off with a simple recipe and a fun spell!    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get event updates or browse the Living Grimoire or Spell & Ritual Archive! Get Bonus Content and Behind-the-Scenes, Early Release Video Ep...
2023-10-2058 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 40: Spooky Folktales, Superstitions, Our Favorite Witches, Friday the 13th & The Solar Eclipse in LibraThis episode is PACKED and I had a lot of fun planning for it because I got to share some really amazing spooky folktales from a couple of my favorite folklore books, as well as a few of my favorite "literary witches". There's also a spell and an incense recipe squeezed in between talk about Friday the 13th, the Solar Eclipse, the superstition surrounding both of these events, and some of our favorite and most terrifying TV and movie witches!     Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening fro...
2023-10-131h 07A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 40: Spooky Folktales, Superstitions, Our Favorite Witches, Friday the 13th & The Solar Eclipse in LibraThis episode is PACKED and I had a lot of fun planning for it because I got to share some really amazing spooky folktales from a couple of my favorite folklore books, as well as a few of my favorite "literary witches". There's also a spell and an incense recipe squeezed in between talk about Friday the 13th, the Solar Eclipse, the superstition surrounding both of these events, and some of our favorite and most terrifying TV and movie witches!     Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening fro...
2023-10-131h 07A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 39: Fortune & Flora - The Star and the Dandelion PLUS Some Plans for OctoberWe’re getting past the Tower and stepping into the guiding light of the Star! Let’s discuss the hopeful and inspirational Star Tarot card and then the cheerfully resilient Dandelion and all the plant magic it has to offer! The incredible Dandelion has much to teach about perseverance and is sacred to a very well-known deity. After this, we’re taking an October/spooky season detour! More info on that to come!    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check...
2023-10-0638 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 39: Fortune & Flora - The Star and the Dandelion PLUS Some Plans for OctoberWe’re getting past the Tower and stepping into the guiding light of the Star! Let’s discuss the hopeful and inspirational Star Tarot card and then the cheerfully resilient Dandelion and all the plant magic it has to offer! The incredible Dandelion has much to teach about perseverance and is sacred to a very well-known deity. After this, we’re taking an October/spooky season detour! More info on that to come!    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check...
2023-10-0638 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 38: Magickal Maintenance Series - Protection Magick and WardsHere is Part 2 of the Magickal Maintenance Series on all things Protection Magick! Now that we've covered the beginning steps with Energetic Cleansing and Magickal Hygiene, we're diving into Basic Protection Magick and Wards, plus some tips and tactics in the realms of these magicks. Part 3 will cover Reversals, Uncrossing and the little - and big - nasties, like jinxes, hexes and curses. BUT before we dig in, I'm discussing this Super Harvest Moon in Aries!    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to...
2023-09-2938 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 38: Magickal Maintenance Series - Protection Magick and WardsHere is Part 2 of the Magickal Maintenance Series on all things Protection Magick! Now that we've covered the beginning steps with Energetic Cleansing and Magickal Hygiene, we're diving into Basic Protection Magick and Wards, plus some tips and tactics in the realms of these magicks. Part 3 will cover Reversals, Uncrossing and the little - and big - nasties, like jinxes, hexes and curses. BUT before we dig in, I'm discussing this Super Harvest Moon in Aries!    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to...
2023-09-2938 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 37: Fortune & Flora - The Tower and YarrowWe've reached the 16th card in the Major Arcana! The startling and imposing TOWER. Here we discuss the lessons of this card, how we've transitioned here from the Devil card, and how we can move forward with the help of the amazing, healing, protective and courageous plant spirit, YARROW. We're also ending with one more recipe for the Autumn Equinox this weekend - an Autumn Equinox Incense Blend!    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, ge...
2023-09-2237 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 37: Fortune & Flora - The Tower and YarrowWe've reached the 16th card in the Major Arcana! The startling and imposing TOWER. Here we discuss the lessons of this card, how we've transitioned here from the Devil card, and how we can move forward with the help of the amazing, healing, protective and courageous plant spirit, YARROW. We're also ending with one more recipe for the Autumn Equinox this weekend - an Autumn Equinox Incense Blend!    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, ge...
2023-09-2237 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 36: The Autumn Equinox, Mabon & an Anahata’s Purpose RecapIt's time to talk about the Autumn Equinox, also referred to as the Wheel of the Year celebration, Mabon! What's the difference? Where did Mabon come from? And how do modern witch's and magickal practitioners celebrate? It's all here, including two recipes, a spell, a tarot spread and a whole slew of correspondences! But first, I'm recapping my truly amazing experience at Anahata's Purpose, 2023. Settle in kids!   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get e...
2023-09-1552 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 36: The Autumn Equinox, Mabon & an Anahata’s Purpose RecapIt's time to talk about the Autumn Equinox, also referred to as the Wheel of the Year celebration, Mabon! What's the difference? Where did Mabon come from? And how do modern witch's and magickal practitioners celebrate? It's all here, including two recipes, a spell, a tarot spread and a whole slew of correspondences! But first, I'm recapping my truly amazing experience at Anahata's Purpose, 2023. Settle in kids!   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get e...
2023-09-1552 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 35: Fortune & Flora - The Devil and WormwoodHappy September! We're now entering the third phase of the Major Arcana and grasping at bigger broader concepts concerned with our place in the universe - and we start with the Devil. Frightful as it may be, the Devil card brings forth LOTS of valuable lessons - and the companion plant spirit for this episode, Wormwood comes forth to offer assistance. Dive in with me for just the right amount of necessary frivolity.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to...
2023-09-0142 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 35: Fortune & Flora - The Devil and WormwoodHappy September! We're now entering the third phase of the Major Arcana and grasping at bigger broader concepts concerned with our place in the universe - and we start with the Devil. Frightful as it may be, the Devil card brings forth LOTS of valuable lessons - and the companion plant spirit for this episode, Wormwood comes forth to offer assistance. Dive in with me for just the right amount of necessary frivolity.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to...
2023-09-0142 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 34: Grimoires, the Book of Shadows & Everything In Between, PLUS the Blue Supermoon in PiscesLet's talk about Grimoires and the Book of Shadows, figure out what the difference is between the two, and discuss how we witches and magickal practitioners record our knowledge, spellwork and insights. I'm also sharing a spell to bless and protect your magickal book as well as a list of references, if you want to dive deeper into this topic. But first, we'll examine the significance of the upcoming Blue Supermoon in Pisces and have a quick talk about forgiveness.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening fr...
2023-08-2535 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 34: Grimoires, the Book of Shadows & Everything In Between, PLUS the Blue Supermoon in PiscesLet's talk about Grimoires and the Book of Shadows, figure out what the difference is between the two, and discuss how we witches and magickal practitioners record our knowledge, spellwork and insights. I'm also sharing a spell to bless and protect your magickal book as well as a list of references, if you want to dive deeper into this topic. But first, we'll examine the significance of the upcoming Blue Supermoon in Pisces and have a quick talk about forgiveness.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening fr...
2023-08-2535 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 33: Fortune & Flora - Temperance and Chamomile, PLUS Some Retrograde and Anahata’s TalkTemperance is just what we need after coming through to the other side of the Death card - and here, I'll explain why. Also, let's discuss why Chamomile is so suited to the energy of Temperance, even with it's most unexpected qualities. But first, I talk mush mouth month - or Mercury Retrograde - and the Workshops I'll me teaching at Anahata's Purpose.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get event updates or browse th...
2023-08-1836 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 33: Fortune & Flora - Temperance and Chamomile, PLUS Some Retrograde and Anahata’s TalkTemperance is just what we need after coming through to the other side of the Death card - and here, I'll explain why. Also, let's discuss why Chamomile is so suited to the energy of Temperance, even with it's most unexpected qualities. But first, I talk mush mouth month - or Mercury Retrograde - and the Workshops I'll me teaching at Anahata's Purpose.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get event updates or browse th...
2023-08-1836 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 32: Daily Magick Series: Tuesdays with Mars, the Warrior Planet, PLUS the New Moon in LeoWe're back to Daily Magick and this time we're coming upon all the energies of Tuesday, which means it's finally time to discuss MARS. How can we benefit from embracing the planetary bruiser, rather than shying away from it? Let's go over all things Tuesday and Mars, magickally and astrologically, and then I'll share a Prayer to Mars, as well as a Spell to Release Anger.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get event up...
2023-08-1145 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 32: Daily Magick Series: Tuesdays with Mars, the Warrior Planet, PLUS the New Moon in LeoWe're back to Daily Magick and this time we're coming upon all the energies of Tuesday, which means it's finally time to discuss MARS. How can we benefit from embracing the planetary bruiser, rather than shying away from it? Let's go over all things Tuesday and Mars, magickally and astrologically, and then I'll share a Prayer to Mars, as well as a Spell to Release Anger.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get event up...
2023-08-1145 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 31: Fortune & Flora: Death and the Cypress Tree, PLUS a Special Announcement About an Upcoming EventWe're learning a whole lot about endings, new beginnings and transformation with the 13th card in the Major Arcana, Death. We're also diving into all the medicine, magic and folklore of the Cypress Tree and finding out why its called "the tree of death." But first, I have an exciting announcement about the upcoming wellness festival retreat, Anahata's Purpose!    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get event updates or browse the Living Grimoire or Sp...
2023-08-0440 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 31: Fortune & Flora: Death and the Cypress Tree, PLUS a Special Announcement About an Upcoming EventWe're learning a whole lot about endings, new beginnings and transformation with the 13th card in the Major Arcana, Death. We're also diving into all the medicine, magic and folklore of the Cypress Tree and finding out why its called "the tree of death." But first, I have an exciting announcement about the upcoming wellness festival retreat, Anahata's Purpose!    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get event updates or browse the Living Grimoire or Sp...
2023-08-0440 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 30: Lughnasadh / Lammas and Kitchen Witchery PLUS the Sturgeon Supermoon in AquariusWe've made to the first Harvest - Lughnasadh or Lammas - which always turns my mind to Kitchen Witchery, so let's talk about them both! I'm also sharing some recipes and tips for extending your kitchen witchcraft creations into other aspects of your life and practice, but first, we're unpacking this Sturgeon Supermoon in Aquarius!   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get event updates or browse the Living Grimoire or Spell & Ritual Archive!
2023-07-2836 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 30: Lughnasadh / Lammas and Kitchen Witchery PLUS the Sturgeon Supermoon in AquariusWe've made to the first Harvest - Lughnasadh or Lammas - which always turns my mind to Kitchen Witchery, so let's talk about them both! I'm also sharing some recipes and tips for extending your kitchen witchcraft creations into other aspects of your life and practice, but first, we're unpacking this Sturgeon Supermoon in Aquarius!   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the Blog, get event updates or browse the Living Grimoire or Spell & Ritual Archive!
2023-07-2836 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 29: Fortune & Flora - The Hanged Man and PassionflowerJoin me for another installment of Fortune & Flora where, this time, I discuss the enigmatic Hanged Man and the peaceful beauty of the Passionflower. I'm also sharing a spell from a new book and two incantations. But first, I tell the story of why this episode was postponed last week and how the situation ended up relating to this episode.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event updates and browse the spell & ritual ar...
2023-07-2134 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 29: Fortune & Flora - The Hanged Man and PassionflowerJoin me for another installment of Fortune & Flora where, this time, I discuss the enigmatic Hanged Man and the peaceful beauty of the Passionflower. I'm also sharing a spell from a new book and two incantations. But first, I tell the story of why this episode was postponed last week and how the situation ended up relating to this episode.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event updates and browse the spell & ritual ar...
2023-07-2134 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 28: The Witch Archetype and Five Legendary Witches from Folklore & MythologyLet's talk about archetypes, specifically the Witch Archetype, and how you can tap into it as a part of your witchcraft or spiritual practice. I'm also taking a close look at five witches of legend: Circe, Morgan Le Fay, Baba Yaga, La Befana & Medea, how they've been represented in media and literature and how they all represent different facets of this incredibly complex and powerful archetype.   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event u...
2023-07-0752 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 28: The Witch Archetype and Five Legendary Witches from Folklore & MythologyLet's talk about archetypes, specifically the Witch Archetype, and how you can tap into it as a part of your witchcraft or spiritual practice. I'm also taking a close look at five witches of legend: Circe, Morgan Le Fay, Baba Yaga, La Befana & Medea, how they've been represented in media and literature and how they all represent different facets of this incredibly complex and powerful archetype.   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event u...
2023-07-0752 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 27: Fortune & Flora - Justice and Agrimony, PLUS the Buck Supermoon in Capricorn & the Dog Days of SummerIs there anything better than sweet sweet JUSTICE? I'm not sure. Join me as we venture further down the path of the Major Arcana with our Fool to discuss the Justice card and then dive into the wonderful world of beautiful and formidable Agrimony! But first, lets discuss this Supermoon coming up as well as the start of the Dog Days of Summer.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event updates and browse th...
2023-06-3033 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 27: Fortune & Flora - Justice and Agrimony, PLUS the Buck Supermoon in Capricorn & the Dog Days of SummerIs there anything better than sweet sweet JUSTICE? I'm not sure. Join me as we venture further down the path of the Major Arcana with our Fool to discuss the Justice card and then dive into the wonderful world of beautiful and formidable Agrimony! But first, lets discuss this Supermoon coming up as well as the start of the Dog Days of Summer.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event updates and browse th...
2023-06-3033 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 26: Summer Solstice, Midsummer, Litha and the New Moon in GeminiWhat is the difference between the Summer Solstice, Midsummer and Litha? How have they been celebrated from ancient times until now? Let's discuss it as I share historical tradition and background plus some correspondences, a spell, crafts, a tarot spread AND a cocktail recipe. But first, lets talk about the Gemini New Moon and the massive amount of celestial activity happening around it.      Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event updates and...
2023-06-1645 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 26: Summer Solstice, Midsummer, Litha and the New Moon in GeminiWhat is the difference between the Summer Solstice, Midsummer and Litha? How have they been celebrated from ancient times until now? Let's discuss it as I share historical tradition and background plus some correspondences, a spell, crafts, a tarot spread AND a cocktail recipe. But first, lets talk about the Gemini New Moon and the massive amount of celestial activity happening around it.      Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event updates and...
2023-06-1645 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 25: The Magickal Maintenance Series - Energetic Cleansing and Magickal HygieneIt's time to talk about Energetic Cleansing and Magickal Hygiene! Let's discuss smoke cleansing, sound clearing, visualization, grounding and centering as well as several other methods of magickal cleansing, PLUS why it's so important for magickal practitioners to take part in these practices and, finally, how this practice and the teaching of it naturally progresses into the realm of protection magick. This series is meant to be helpful to the beginner witch and an entertaining refresh for experienced practitioners.     Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're li...
2023-06-0949 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 24: Fortune & Flora - The Wheel of Fortune and Allspice, PLUS the Full Strawberry Moon in Sagittarius & Some Thoughts at the Start of Pride MonthLet's discuss rolling with the punches with The Wheel of Fortune and learn how Allspice can help us manifest abundance! But first, the Full Strawberry Moon in Sagittarius wants to offer us some new opportunities for growth, but it won't be quick and simple, says Saturn. I'm also explaining how witchcraft is both inherently political and inherently queer-friendly, on this first day of Pride Month.     Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event updates and...
2023-06-0230 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 23: Daily Magick Series - Mondays & the Moon, PLUS the Story of the Eye of HorusWe’ve reached the beginning of the week - or is it (?) - with Monday Magick and all the influences of the Moon and the Water Element. Join me for a discussion on our emotional selves, psychic abilities, fresh starts and whether the beginning of the week is actually Sunday or Monday already! I also share the story of the Eye of Horus, as told in Planets for Pagans by Renna Shesso.   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to che...
2023-05-2626 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 22: Fortune & Flora - The Hermit and Mugwort, PLUS the New Moon in TaurusWe've made it to the 9th card in the Major Arcana and experience introspection, retreat and solitude with the Hermit. Then we venture into the intuitive and visionary world of Mugwort and talk about how I found myself immersed in that world very recently. But first, this New Moon in Taurus is bringing the chill vibes we've been in need of following Mercury Retrograde and Eclipse Season.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get ev...
2023-05-1939 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 21: Daily Practice for Beginner Witches and Beyond, PLUS the Mercury Retrograde Shadow PeriodIt's time to talk about Daily Practice and what it means to me as well as many other witches. We discuss what it entails, how you can incorporate it into your craft and why it's important to consider taking up a personalized and consistent ritual practice. ALSO, Mercury Retrograde is coming to an end BUT, before you celebrate, let's talk about the shadow period that will follow it and why we will all still need to step forward with just a little bit of healthy caution! I've been a victim of this Retrograde - as one of the post-credits...
2023-05-1235 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 20: Fortune & Flora - Strength and Bay LaurelSo we, and the Fool, have moved into the second phase of the Major Arcana with our encounter with the woman and the lion of the Strength Tarot card. I'm also discussing the plant magick and medicine of Bay Laurel - or Bay Leaves - but first, let's cover everything this Full Flower Moon and Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio has to throw our way.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event updates and br...
2023-05-0523 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 19: Birthday Magick, Beltane and May Day, PLUS Some Final Words on the Jim and Jup TourSince this episode drops on my birthday and it's just a few days before Beltane, I'm tackling both Birthday Magick AND the major wheel of the year celebration and fire festival. Also, coming fresh from helping with the Jim and Jup Tour, I'm feeling very warm and fuzzy about friendship which is why I'm sharing a birthday ritual to be done with your nearest and dearest. I'm also wrapping up the discussion on Beltane, Beltaine, May Day, Floralia and Walpurgis Night with a delicious seasonal kitchen witchery recipe, so be sure to listen all the way through!  
2023-04-2837 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 18: Daily Magick Series - Sun & Sunday Magick, PLUS Mercury RetrogradeWe're revisiting the Daily Magick Series and talking about the Sun and Sunday Magick. Listen to how you can incorporate Sun Magick into your practice and get more acquainted with it's properties by way of two fun activities AND find out why some of your technology just might start driving you crazy beginning on Friday, 04/21/2023.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event updates and browse the spell & ritual archive! Get Bonus Co...
2023-04-2129 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 17: Fortune & Flora - The Chariot and the Lotus PLUS the New Moon in Aries, Solar Eclipse and Start of Taurus Season in One DayWith the Chariot, we reach the end of Phase One, the Self, in the Major Arcana, so let's celebrate a graduation! I love me some Chariot energy - which may seem very different from the Plant Magick of the Lotus flower, so listen to see how they actually have a lot in common. Also let's talk about the pure insanity that is the upcoming New Moon in Aries, Solar Eclipse AND start of Taurus Season all in the same day, immediately followed by Mercury Retrograde.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a...
2023-04-1430 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 16: The Deity Episode - Worship and Veneration of Gods and GoddessesHow do witches and magick practitioners come to a place where they have an established relationship with a deity? It's different for everyone. Here is everything I could pack into a half hour about different types of god/goddess worship and veneration, how you might be able to find the right match for you, a meditation on encountering a deity, some useful book recommendations and a little story about a 4th grade book report turned call to the Goddess.     Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. ...
2023-04-0738 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 15: Fortune & Flora - The Lovers and Lavender, PLUS The Full Pink Moon in LibraThe Lovers and Lavender! What a lovely combination and some amazing timing with this upcoming Pink Moon in Libra - which brings all the amazing energies of the recent Spring Equinox back for another round! Let's dive into what the Lovers have to teach the Fool, following the Hierophant, and why Lavender is just phenomenal! I'm also sharing a new spell, as a special treat.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event updates an...
2023-03-3132 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftQuarterly Break 1 - 2023You've caught me on my first quarterly break! I'm taking the week off to focus on some things at home and get caught up on some overdue projects, like some new content for the website and the upcoming launch of the Coven Shop! I'll be back next week. Be well and have an amazing weekend!   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event updates and browse the spell & ritual archive! Get Bonus C...
2023-03-2401 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 14: Spring, Ostara and the Witch’s Garden, PLUS the New Moon in Aries and an Event AnnouncementDid you know that the Spring Equinox is immediately followed by the New Moon in Aries? Well hold on to your butts and lets talk about it! This episode, I'm discussing this extremely advantageous lunation plus the Spring Equinox, the celebration of Ostara, how you can celebrate and, finally, the Witch's Garden. What makes a Witch's Garden and how does one plan, create, cultivate and nurture one? Let's explore.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the bl...
2023-03-1742 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 13: Fortune & Flora - The Hierophant and Sage, PLUS Spring Chickens, a New Schedule Update and a Fun Event Announcement13 Episodes! We're celebrating with a giveaway, so be sure to check out my socials! This time around I'm discussing the meaning and teachings of the Hierophant, which can be extremely valuable, despite the off-putting imagery of the card. I also discuss the issues with White Sage in the United States and how easy and beneficial it is to simply opt for common sage instead. Finally I make a couple announcements about the episode schedule and a very exciting event coming to the Northeast in April!    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a...
2023-03-1039 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 12: Time, Discipline & Saturday Magick with Saturn, PLUS the Full Worm Moon in Virgo, and a Hekate Key of Protection SpellSaturn has some hard lessons to teach us but, when we learn to embrace them, the rewards can be plentiful. This week, I'm diving into some of these lessons, some grisly mythology, the Saturn, Cronus, Chronos relationship, how all of this affects Saturday's energy, the type of magick that corresponds to both Saturn and Saturday and a quick protection talisman spell. But first, we talk about the upcoming Full Moon!     Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the...
2023-03-0327 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 11: Fortune & Flora - The Emperor and the Ginger-Galangal Relationship, PLUS Mardis Gras and a Soapbox SessionWe are back to Fortune & Flora, learning a whole new set of meanings and correspondences, as the Fool encounters the Emperor on they're epic journey. Seriously, who can I give my money to for the fool's journey to become a streaming series?! THEN, it's time to find out why Ginger and Galangal are both excellent emperor herbs, how they are similar but very different and why, substitutions, the notion of a "catch-all herb" and even the phrase, "Intention is everything," can sometimes be made into something harmful. Don't shoot the animist messenger pigeon!   Thank you s...
2023-02-2428 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 10: The Moon Magick Episode, PLUS the New Moon in PiscesWe reach the New Moon in Pisces in just a few days, so I quickly discuss it before doing a deep dive (or the quick version of a deep dive) into Moon Magick through the ages and how modern practitioners venerate and work alongside of the Moon. Also, I've got a completely random airport alligator spotting story for you, if you feel like waiting for it.  **Important correction - at 15:46 I say "architecture" when I meant to say "agriculture" - This is an important distinction and I don't know what happened to my brain!  Thank yo...
2023-02-1736 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 9: Fortune & Flora - The Empress and the GeraniumYou can really hear the sinus infection I had when I recorded this one, so I apologize in advance!  But onward we must, as the Fool encounters the next major figure on his journey through the Major Arcana - the Empress. Let's discuss this prominent figure in all her abundant and creative glory before exploring the incredible plant magick, history and lore of the Geranium!   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event updates an...
2023-02-1025 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 8: Love & Friday Magick with Venus, PLUS the Full Moon in LeoIt's a new series! This is the first episode in my new Daily Magick Series, which I will be dropping periodically and starting off, of course, with Friday and Love Magick and everything Venus! But first, let's discuss the Full Moon in Leo which will be taking place on Sunday, 02/05. Big Sun Energy.   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event updates and browse the spell & ritual archive! Get Bonus Content and B...
2023-02-0331 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 7: Fortune & Flora - The High Priestess and the Pomegranate, PLUS ImbolcBefore I dive into the magick and meaning of the captivating High Priestess and the mystifying Pomegranate, I discuss the Wheel of the Year celebration, Imbolc, and how we can celebrate this time of year in the context of the seeds we plant in our own lives. Also who doesn't love a holiday that encourages the eating of cheese! Enjoy some Tarot and Plant Magick talk with a nice Gouda.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out th...
2023-01-2738 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 6: Travel and Vacation Magick, PLUS the New Moon in AquariusThe 6th episode is special because the number 6 is special. Also, the New Moon in Aquarius is tomorrow, so I have an idea on how we can honor both by honoring ourselves. Finally, the meat of the episode is all things travel and vacation magick related. Not just the types of magick we can do to ensure an amazing journey, but how to stay connected to our practice while we're letting loose!  Etsy links:  https://www.etsy.com/shop/madcraftpgh?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=1264065384§ion_id=37615495 https://www.etsy.com/shop/LovesickWitchery?ref=sim...
2023-01-2033 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 5: Fortune and Flora - The Magician and the Lily, PLUS Friday the 13th - Lucky vs. UnluckyOnce again I'm doing as deep of a dive as I can do in just a half hour into the magic and meaning of the Magician Tarot card and the Lily - but first, I discuss the history and lore behind why some people fear Friday the 13th and why we can probably look at this day in a completely different way. There's also a book rec. and a spell, of course!  Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out t...
2023-01-1335 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 4: Breaking the Magickal Fast - How to Bounce Back from a Lull in Your Practice, Plus the Full Wolf Moon in Cancer and a Reclaiming SpellIt's the Full Wolf Moon in Cancer, so I'm starting off by discussing that before diving into ways you can help yourself get back up onto your magickal feet, after a long hiatus from practicing your craft! It happens to us all, so step into my judgement free zone for some tips, an insane dream story, and a ritual to reclaim your power that I just LOVE!    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get ev...
2023-01-0636 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 3: Fortune and Flora - The Fool and the RoseIt's time to get comfortable with some FOOL ENERGY just in time for the start of the New Year! We're diving into The Fool & The Rose as deeply as we can in just 30 minutes PLUS I have some suggestions for getting in touch with our childlike wonder and employing the Fool and the Rose to help us start the new year feeling open to the possibilities.    Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event up...
2022-12-3030 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 2: The Broom Closet: Should I Stay or Should I Go, Plus a New Witchcraft Documentary, and a NYE SpellSeems like every witch or magick/spiritual practitioner is faced with this decision - and it's not an easy one. So, let's talk it over! I'm also discussing the new documentary, All of Them Witches, and sharing a special New Years Eve spell for happiness, luck and protection in the New Year!   Thank you so much for listening! Please leave a review, wherever you're listening from. Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event updates and browse the spell & ritual archive! Get Bonus Content and Behind-the-Scenes, E...
2022-12-2328 minA Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft
A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on WitchcraftEpisode 1: Hail and Welcome to A Is For AgrimonyOn this very first episode for A Is For Agrimony: Coffee-Stained Notes on Witchcraft, I explain the origins of the name, what you can expect from upcoming episodes, where else you can find me online and, ahem, recite a poem...   Thank you so much for listening! Go to AIsForAgrimony.com to check out the blog, get event updates and browse the spell & ritual archive! Follow or Contact Me: Instagram: @a_is_for_agrimony Facebook: Facebook.com/aisforagrimony Email: ReachMargo@aisforagrimony.com Want to s...
2022-12-1813 min