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Goddess, Witch, WomanGoddess, Witch, Woman | ep. 13 - Baba Yaga - death grandma, devourer, witchIn the shadowy forest of Slavic folktales, Baba Yaga waits — death crone, devourer, and initiator. In this episode, we journey through her myths, symbolism, and archetypal wisdom. Why does she frighten us? What does she demand? And what do we gain if we pass her tests?We explore the tale of Vasalisa the Wise through the lens of Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés, look at the origins of Baba Yaga’s name, her connection to death, nature, wild wisdom, and why she still matters — maybe more than ever.🔮 Featuring:– Myth and analysis of Vasalisa the Wise– Origin...2025-07-2525 min
Goddess, Witch, WomanGoddess, Witch, Woman | ep.12 what makes a witchWhat Makes a Witch? | Episode 12In this threshold episode of Goddess, Witch, Woman, we begin a new series. One that turns the spiral from goddess to witch — from devotion to accusation, from memory to myth.We trace her steps through folktale, persecution, and power. From Baba Yaga to Hecate. From bruxa to crone. From burning times to broomsticks.This is a remembrance of all she is: shadow and healer, heretic and wise woman. A witness to what was done — and what still stirs.Includes references to Silvia Federici, Clarissa Pinkola Estés, Sharon Black...2025-07-1825 min
Goddess, Witch, WomanGoddess, Witch, Woman | ep. 11 - sacred dissonanceWhat if your inner season doesn’t match the outer one? In this short, reflective episode, Marianna explores seasonal dissonance, mythic rhythm, and Persephone as guide of the in-between. A gentle permission slip for anyone feeling quiet in a loud world. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mariannaportela.substack.com2025-07-1113 min
Goddess, Witch, Womanbonus summer solstice episode | Sulis, between light and tideThis midsummer episode walks with Sulis, Celtic goddess of healing waters and solar fire. We explore the sacred spring at Bath, the Solstice's paradox, the Cancer New Moon, and offer a bath ritual for radiant healing. May Sulis meet you where fire and water touch. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mariannaportela.substack.com2025-06-1916 min
Goddess, Witch, WomanGoddess, Witch, Woman | ep. 10 - Hecate, archivist of grief, midwife of deathGoddess, Witch, Woman | ep. 10 - Hecate, archivist of grief, midwife of deathTW: pregnancy lossIn this final episode of the Hecate series, we meet her as Psychopomp — guide of souls, guardian of grief, Queen of the Dead. We explore her ancient names, her connection to the weasel, the Necromanteion of Thesprotia, and how she holds what the world forgets. Personal story, myth, and reflection woven into ritual. With love from the underworld.Please comment and share, so more people can find their way to the Goddess!Recommended Reading:– Hekate: Goddess of Witches by Courtney Weber– Hekate: Her Sacred Fires by Sorita...2025-06-1821 min
Goddess, Witch, WomanGoddess, Witch, Woman | ep. 9 - Hecate - keeper of the keys, mother of witchesThis episode comes with a warning: if you listen too closely, you might start dreaming of magickal gates!In this second part of our Hecate series, we keep walking with Her. She carries keys. Garlic. Stories. And truth.We explore:– garlic offerings in the Deipnon– Hekate’s role in magical papyri and ancient texts– the myth of Bluebeard’s bleeding key– Pharmakeia, Circe, Medea, and plant witches– what it means to carry the key and choose to use itWe end with questions to guide your ritual, and a blessing for the ones who are ready...2025-06-0416 min
Goddess, Witch, WomanGoddess, Witch, Woman | ep. 8 - Hecate of the CrossroadsHecate of the CrossroadsIn this first episode of our Hekate series, we meet the goddess who walks beside us when the path is unclear. Part myth, part personal story, and part invocation, we explore Hecate’s role as guardian of the crossroads: the liminal, holy space where choices are made.We walk with Persephone, unravel patriarchal myths, and sit in the mess of personal grief and becoming.Sources & inspirations include:Hekate: Goddess of Witches by Courtney WeberHekate: Her Sacred Fires by Sorita d’EsteGoddesses in O...2025-05-1425 min
Goddess, Witch, WomanGoddess, Witch, Woman | ep. 7 - Inanna: life-death-returnEpisode 7: Inanna – Life, Death, and RebirthInanna returns from the Underworld, but not unchanged.This final chapter in her mythic journey explores resurrection, rage, sacred choices, and the cost of rising. I also share personal stories of my own descents and returns: through sobriety, miscarriage, motherhood, and migration.If you've ever come back from something without being mourned, this one is for you.Reflection questions offered at the end.Listen. Breathe. Begin again.—mariannaportela.substack.cominstagram: @healingstoriesforwomenYouTube: @mariannaportela This is a public epis...2025-05-0723 min
Goddess, Witch, WomanGoddess, Witch, Woman | ep. 6 - Inanna and the descentIn this episode, we walk with Inanna as she chooses to descend into the Great Below.You’ll hear about:What it means for a Queen to give everything away, willinglyThe Seven Gates and the sacred stripping of power and egoThe figure of Ninshubur, the sacred monster who holds the memory of usHow the descent is not a punishment, but an initiationTeachings from Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés on death, shadow, and renewalPersonal reflections on the times we must allow our...2025-04-3032 min
Goddess, Witch, WomanGoddess, Witch, Woman | ep. 5 - Inanna, Bright Queen of Heaven and EarthWelcome to Goddess, Witch, Woman Episode 5Inanna, Bright Queen of Heaven & EarthIn this episode, Marianna Portela brings you into the mythic world of Inanna, one of the oldest and most powerful goddesses of ancient Mesopotamia.You’ll hear:• How Inanna seduced the mes (sacred tablets of wisdom) from the god Enki• A radical act of self-love as Inanna admires her vulva in the garden• The sacred tree story: Lilith, the Anzu bird, and the exile of the wild feminine• The words of Enheduanna, high priestess and the world’s first known author and her hymn...2025-04-2328 min
Goddess, Witch, WomanGoddess, Witch, Woman – ep. 4 | walking Lilith's pathIn Episode 4 of Goddess, Witch, Woman, we move from theory into practice, exploring what it truly means to walk Lilith’s path. Through ritual, reflection, and personal stories, we reclaim our voice, power, and wild authenticity. Lilith invites us to live, not just learn, her truths.Listen deeply and let your journey begin.Subscribe & explore more: mariannaportela.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mariannaportela.substack.com2025-04-1614 min
Goddess, Witch, Womanbonus episode - Libra full moon | Goddess, Witch, Woman Ep. 3.5In this bonus episode of Goddess, Witch, Woman, we gather under the April Full Moon — the Pink Moon in Libra — for a ritual of balance, sacred beauty, and breath.✨ We call in Aphrodite Ourania, celestial goddess of harmony and truth🌬️ We reflect on boundaries, beauty, and joy🕯️ We light a candle together, reclaiming softness as powerThis ritual is a reminder that balance is not about shrinking.It’s about returning to yourself.🌸 Materials (optional): Candle, a scent you love, paper & pen, mirror or bowl of water.💌 Subscribe for essays, rituals, and goddess stories: htt...2025-04-1212 min
Goddess, Witch, WomanGoddess, Witch, Woman – ep. 3 | Lilith and the shadowIn Episode 3 of Goddess, Witch, Woman, we explore Lilith and the Feminine Shadow—the parts of us labeled as too angry, too dark, too much. Lilith guides us into the depths, teaching us that our shadows are sacred, not shameful.🌘 Dive in, and meet the woman you buried long ago.Listen and read more: mariannaportela.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mariannaportela.substack.com2025-04-0912 min
Goddess, Witch, WomanGoddess, Witch, Woman – ep. 2 | she who was firstIn this episode of Goddess, Witch, Woman, we meet Lilith: not the demoness of distortion, but the First Woman. I share stories, myths, and personal reflections on her exile, her anger, and the reclaiming of her power.🌑 This is a descent into the truth they tried to bury. And an invitation to meet the Wild Feminine within.Listen + read more at: mariannaportela.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mariannaportela.substack.com2025-04-0212 min
Goddess, Witch, Woman🌑 Goddess, Witch, Woman Podcast – ep. 1 | lighting the inner flame🌑 Goddess, Witch, Woman Podcast - Episode 1 | Lighting the Inner FlameWelcome to the very first episode of Goddess, Witch, Woman—a podcast for exploring feminine wisdom, Goddess archetypes, moon magick, and empowering stories.In this episode, I (Marianna Portela) share reflections inspired by this week’s fiery Aries New Moon and transformative Solar Eclipse energy:In this episode:Understanding the powerful Aries New Moon & Solar Eclipse energy.Reflective questions to harness this transformative energy:What authentic parts of yourself are calling for courageous expression?What fears o...2025-03-2608 min
globotechcastGlobotechCast - EP 41 – Monitorando a nuvem para evitar tempestades ☁️BBB de milhões? Paredão com mais de 1,5 BILHÕES de votos? E como fica a nossa infra, será que suporta? É claro que sim!! E com um time de peso monitorando, essa tarefa fica muito mais fácil. Então para contar um pouco mais dessa parceria com google conversamos com Marianna Portela, Analista de Soluções de Infraestrutura e Vitor Barbosa, Technical Account Manager no Google, para saber como é feita toda a monitoração de plataformas complexas em nossa cloud. Ficou curioso né? Dá um Play aqui e curta mais este episódio! ▶ Esta iniciativa é patrocinada por: Comunidade Você + ágil / Glob...2023-07-191h 07
Play, Reque#013 - O poder das Histórias CurativasEla escuta e conta histórias - mas não é qualquer conto da carochinha. São tão especiais que ela costuma receitá-las feito medicina. Os efeitos podem ser sentidos de forma gradual ou súbita, sem efeitos colaterais, a partir da ingestão da leitura, aplicação de entendimento e absorção das narrativas. Marianna Portela, contadora de histórias, atriz, pesquisadora do feminino, empoderadora de mulheres e minha entrevistada da semana, explica que o processo envolve "um poder", e que quando ouvimos de verdade e prestamos atenção aos símbolos, as histórias "se tornam bálsamos".
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