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Time Well Spent
The Comprehensive Watches & Wonders MEGA-SODE w/ Griffin Bartsch Ep. 11 (Part 2)
The comprehensive Watches and Wonders 2026 MEGA-SODE is here! This week, Devin Pennypacker is joined by Griffin Bartsch to thoroughly breakdown this year’s watches and wonders, hitting on over 100 new watch releases from over 30 watch brands. At the end, they are challenged to draft a 5 watch team using watches from this year’s show, ultimately picking what they thought was the best release from Watches and Wonders 2026. Don't forget to let us know who won the draft!Because this is a VERY long episode, each brand and topic is timestamped below to help you jump in and...
2026-04-22
2h 12
Time Well Spent
The Comprehensive Watches & Wonders MEGA-SODE w/ Griffin Bartsch Ep. 11 (Part 1)
(PART 1, part 2 tomorrow) The comprehensive Watches and Wonders 2026 MEGA-SODE is here! This week, Devin Pennypacker is joined by Griffin Bartsch to thoroughly breakdown this year’s watches and wonders, hitting on over 100 new watch releases from over 30 watch brands. At the end, they are challenged to draft a 5 watch team using watches from this year’s show, ultimately picking what they thought was the best release from Watches and Wonders 2026. Don't forget to let us know who won the draft!Because this is a VERY long episode, each brand and topic is timestamped below to help...
2026-04-21
2h 29
Time Well Spent
Starting a Watch Microbrand, Behind the Scenes with Tom Clemence Ep. 010
Tom Clemence, founder of the watch microbrand Clemence Watches joins the Time Well Spent Podcast to chat about how things got started, designing his first watch, his second model the Munro, and his latest watch release, the Clemence Photic MKII dive watch. Tom gives us a sneak peak into the watch industry from a smaller brand perspective while also comparing his experience in starting a microbrand with Devin’s experience in discovering new watch brands and covering them. Don't forget to let us know who won this week's game of This or That!Clemence Instagram: https://ww...
2026-04-07
1h 19
Time Well Spent
Watch Hot Takes, Longines Hydroconquest, Hodinkee Happy Hour - Ep. 009 w/ Griffin Bartsch
We are doing WATCH HOT TAKES! In the latest episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined again by Griffin Bartsch as the two are primed and ready to get a few things off their chest, sharing a few of their own personal hot takes on the watch industry and ready for a fight. Before the main chat, we talk about our hands on experience with the new Longines Hydroconquest dive watch release as well as the first ever Hodinkee Hangout in SoHo.Griffin Bartsch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgriffinbartsch...
2026-03-31
1h 14
Time Well Spent
How to Get Your Partner Hooked on Watches - Ep. 008 w/ Jayme Bryson
On this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined by his partner Jayme to discuss how to help get new people into the watch collecting hobby, how to make new watch collectors feel comfortable, and how to enjoy watches as a hobby together. They chat about watch events, starting a collection and growing your knowledge, and carving out your own individual taste.Formex Reef GMT: https://formexwatch.com/watches/reef-gmt-42mm-automatic-cosc-300m-green/ Intersect Watch Show: https://www.intersectwatchshow.com/new-york-city Dimepiece: https://www.instagram.com/dimepiece.co/...
2026-03-24
51 min
Time Well Spent
The Watch Duel: Reviewing Each Other's Watch - Ep. 007 w/ Griffin Bartsch
In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is once again joined by Griffing Bartsch to chat. This time though, they are trying out something new, trading watches from their own collection for a full hands on review in order to push each other outside of their prospective comfort zones. Should we do this again? Considered Goods Review: https://consideredgoods.substack.com/p/dueling-reviews-vol-1-the-merci-xGriffin Bartsch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgriffinbartsch/?hl=en Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en...
2026-03-17
43 min
Time Well Spent
Fine Art and Watch Collaborations - Ep. 006 w/ Justin Sowders
In this episode of the Time Well Spent podcast, Devin Pennypacker and Justin Sowders chat about all things fine art, watch collaborations, and watch design. We dive into specific collaborations, the process behind artist and commissioner relationships, and what we would like to see more of in the watch world. Don't forget to let us know who won the game of this or that, titanium or ceramic!Justin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justin_sowders_art/ Justin Sowders Website: https://www.justinsowders.com/ Devin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...
2026-03-09
58 min
Time Well Spent
Watches & Wonders 2026 Preview/Predictions - The Deep Track x Time Well Spent (Pt. 2)
In this episode of the Time Well Spent podcast, Blake Buettner of The Deep Track and I sit down to deliver our wild watch predictions for the upcoming Watches and Wonders 2026 show. We each brought 5 picks, references photoshopped and rationals loosely written, ready to defend our wild ideas for what we might see in April. For the first part, be sure to tune into The Deep Track youtube channel or podcast before coming back to catch part 2! What prediction was your favorite? What do you hope to see at Watches and Wonders?Catch part 1...
2026-03-02
40 min
The Children's Book Review: Growing Readers Podcast
Sara Pennypacker on The Lions' Run: Empathy, the French Resistance, and Unlikely Heroes
In this episode of The Growing Readers Podcast, host Bianca Schulze welcomes New York Times bestselling author Sara Pennypacker to discuss her powerful new historical novel, The Lions' Run. Sara shares how her father's experience as a teenage POW in a German prison camp during World War II influenced the story—and how a little-known Nazi program called the Lebensborn became the emotional trigger that set her empathetic orphan hero, Lucas, into action.From redefining what courage looks like for young readers to trusting kids with big, complicated questions about justice and resistance, Sara reveals why empathy is...
2026-02-23
57 min
Time Well Spent
The Romance of Vintage Diving Gear and Watches - Ep. 004 w/ Jacob Van Buren
In this episode of the Time Well Spent podcast, Devin Pennypacker and Jacob Van Buren explore the importance of real-world testing in watch reviews, the romance of vintage diving gear, and the work that goes into crafting the stories behind the review. Let us know who won the debate between “Dive Style Watches” and “Overbuilt Field Watches”!Jacob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sea_vue/?hl=en Devin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en Project Recover: https://www.projectrecover.org/ MKII Baku Edition: https://mkiiwatches...
2026-02-23
48 min
Time Well Spent
Behind the Scenes of YouTube Content Creation - Ep. 003 w/ Miguel (SoCalWatch Reviews)
In this episode of the Time Well Spent podcast, host Devin Pennypacker is joined by Miguel from SoCal Watch Reviews. They discuss a variety of topics including their experiences with watches, the challenges of content creation, behind the scenes of YouTube, and the importance of customer service in the watch industry. The conversation also touches on the divide between YouTubers and traditional media, as well as personal anecdotes about their favorite watches. Don’t forget to let us know who won the debate between Fixed Spring Bars v Integrated Bracelets below!Relevant Links:...
2026-02-16
1h 01
Time Well Spent
Risqué Watch Advertising, Overland Adventures, and Important Dives - Ep. 002 w/ Brock Stevens
In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined by Brock Stevens (Deepsea.EDC on instagram). A US Navy Diver, talented photographer, marketing manager for watch brands including MKII and Tornek-Rayville, and lover of gear, Brock takes on the hot topic of risque advertising in the watch industry before chatting about his upcoming adventures in overlanding and diving. he conversation begins with a wrist check, showcasing unique watches, and transitions into a discussion about the impact of advertising in the watch industry, particularly regarding the use of liquor and cigarettes. Brock shares his excitement about...
2026-02-09
55 min
Time Well Spent
Navigating the Watch Market, 2025 Insight and 2026 Predictions - Ep. 001 w/ Griffin Bartsch
In the very first (VERY LONG) episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined by guest Griffin Bartsch. A fellow watch editor and content creator, Griffin brings his background in the watch industry to discuss everything looking back on 2025 and forward into 2026. We chat 2025 market trends, enthusiast sentiment, favorite releases, and favorite content pieces before transitioning into a look ahead. 2026 feels a bit uncertain but that didn't stop us from throwing out our industry predictions, brands specific predictions, and things we are excited about. Don’t forget to let us know what you think of the po...
2026-02-02
1h 47
Time Well Spent
Time Well Spend Podcast Teaser
Hello, and welcome to the Time Well Spent podcast — hosted by Devin Pennypacker, this is a show where each week, he and a guest use their shared love of watches as a jumping-off point to talk about the passions that keep us all ticking, whether that’s collecting, creativity, time spent outdoors, or the way we choose to explore the world.
2026-01-19
04 min
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Pax: Una historia de paz y amistad - Sara Pennypacker
Escuche este audio libro completo gratis enhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeTítulo: Pax: Una historia de paz y amistadAutor: Sara PennypackerNarrador: Beto CastilloFormato: UnabridgedDuración: 6:49:16Idioma: EspañolFecha de publicación: 05-16-2024Editor: Penguin Random House Grupo EditorialCategorías: Kids, Animals & Nature, Health & FamilyResumen:Un relato emocionante sobre la confianza, la guerra, la lealtad, la traición y el amor de un niño por el zorro al que ha criado desde que era un cachorro. Una pequeña...
2024-05-16
6h 49
The ABA and PT Podcast
Episode #16 – Try the Chart - Dr. Hank Pennypacker
Dr. Hank Pennypacker, a pioneer in the Science of Human Behavior, shared profound insights about the standard celeration chart in amongst the many wisdoms he describtes in this podcast. Despite its limited adoption, he emphasized the immeasurable value of the chart to those wanting to make accurate predictions about behavior. Dr. Pennypacker passionately advocates for the widespread use of precise measurement to fields involving human behavior and why percent correct lacks the arguably greatest contribution of B.F. Skinner's, being Rate of Response, and Hank's contribution of celeration as a measure to predict future performance. ...
2023-06-09
54 min
Mind Your Practice
Yes, You're An Artist
Ep 8. Yes, You’re An ArtistWelcome to Mind Your Practice. I’m Beth Pickens and in this episode, I am here to tell you that yes, you’re an artist. And yes, absolutely, you ought to keep making your work. *****Thanks for listening to Mind Your Practice and be sure to subscribe so you get all the bonus episodes coming your way. Want more homework and support for your creative practice? Join Homework Club where you’ll get monthly homework, workshops, live QnA's, and an accountability pod, hand chosen by me. Go to bethpi...
2023-04-27
05 min
Mind Your Practice
Do Take It Easy
EP 7: Do Take It EasyWelcome to Mind Your Practice. I’m Beth Pickens and in this episode, I will make a case for resting, which will only help your creative work. *****Thanks for listening to Mind Your Practice and be sure to subscribe so you get all the bonus episodes coming your way. Want more homework and support for your creative practice? Join Homework Club where you’ll get monthly homework, workshops, live QnA's, and an accountability pod, hand chosen by me. Go to bethpickens.com to learn more. You can find me on...
2023-04-25
06 min
Mind Your Practice
Your Greatest Resource
Ep. 6 Your Greatest ResourceWelcome to Mind Your Practice. I’m Beth Pickens and in this episode, I will talk about your greatest resource as an artist: your creative community. *****Thanks for listening to Mind Your Practice and be sure to subscribe so you get all the bonus episodes coming your way. Want more homework and support for your creative practice? Join Homework Club where you’ll get monthly homework, workshops, live QnA's, and an accountability pod, hand chosen by me. Go to bethpickens.com to learn more. You can find me on Instag...
2023-04-20
06 min
Mind Your Practice
Adventures in Rejection
EP 5: Adventures in RejectionWelcome to Mind Your Practice. I’m Beth Pickens and in this episode, I will talk and talk and talk about rejection and how to make friends with it. *****Thanks for listening to Mind Your Practice and be sure to subscribe so you get all the bonus episodes coming your way. Want more homework and support for your creative practice? Join Homework Club where you’ll get monthly homework, workshops, live QnA's, and an accountability pod, hand chosen by me. Go to bethpickens.com to learn more. You can find me...
2023-04-18
07 min
Mind Your Practice
Not a Ladder but a Continuum
Ep. 4 Not a Ladder but a Continuum Welcome to Mind Your Practice. I’m Beth Pickens and in this episode, we turn a ladder on its side. *****Thanks for listening to Mind Your Practice and be sure to subscribe so you get all the bonus episodes coming your way. Want more homework and support for your creative practice? Join Homework Club where you’ll get monthly homework, workshops, live QnA's, and an accountability pod, hand chosen by me. Go to bethpickens.com to learn more. You can find me on Instagram at @bethpickensconsulting. Thanks...
2023-04-13
06 min
Mind Your Practice
It Was Perfcet...
Ep. 3 It Was Perfcet...Welcome to Mind Your Practice. I’m Beth Pickens and in this episode, I will talk about the illusion of perfection. ******Thanks for listening to Mind Your Practice and be sure to subscribe so you get all the bonus episodes coming your way. Want more homework and support for your creative practice? Join Homework Club where you’ll get monthly homework, workshops, live QnA's, and an accountability pod, hand chosen by me. Go to bethpickens.com to learn more. You can find me on Instagram at @bethpickensconsulting. Thanks for listen...
2023-04-11
09 min
Mind Your Practice
Surrendering to the Success
Welcome to Mind Your Practice. I’m Beth Pickens and in this episode, I surmise that it’s easier for artists to get success than to enjoy it. As usual, I've included homework!*****Thanks for listening to Mind Your Practice and be sure to subscribe so you get all the bonus episodes coming your way. Want more homework and support for your creative practice? Join Homework Club where you’ll get monthly homework, workshops, live QnA's, and an accountability pod, hand chosen by me. Go to bethpickens.com to learn more. You can find me on Inst...
2023-04-06
07 min
Mind Your Practice
Are You Too Old To...?
Welcome to Mind Your Practice. I’m Beth Pickens and in this episode, I will consider the lies we are told about aging. *****Thanks for listening to Mind Your Practice and be sure to subscribe so you get all the bonus episodes coming your way. Want more homework and support for your creative practice? Join Homework Club where you’ll get monthly homework, workshops, live QnA's, and an accountability pod, hand chosen by me. Go to bethpickens.com to learn more. You can find me on Instagram at @bethpickensconsulting. Thanks for listening and keep making art.
2023-04-04
07 min
Remember Reading Podcast
Tackling Real-life Challenges in Books: Pax (ft. Sara Pennypacker, Colby Sharp, & Philippe Cousteau)
There is a magical age, somewhere between eight and twelve, where young people’s wonder at the natural world can be galvanized into meaningful engagement with the threats and challenges that humans bring to bear on nature. It is within this window that the right book at the right time can help a young person make sense of the big feelings that come with adolescence — and with unforeseen hardships, like global pandemics. In this episode, with the help of Sara Pennypacker, author of Pax and Pax, Journey Home, Colby Sharp, literacy advocate and teacher, and Philippe Cousteau, co-author of The Enda...
2021-09-15
31 min
Booklist's Shelf Care
Shelf Care Interview: Sara Pennypacker
Welcome to the Shelf Care Interview, an occasional conversation series where Booklist talks to book people. This Shelf Care Interview is sponsored by HarperCollins Children's Books. In this latest installment, Sarah Hunter talks to Sara Pennypacker, author of PAX: JOURNEY HOME. Sara Pennypacker is the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling PAX; the award-winning Clementine series and its spinoff series, Waylon; and the acclaimed novels SUMMER OF THE GYPSY MOTHS and HERE IN THE REAL WORLD. She divides her time between Cape Cod, Massachusetts, and Florida. Read the transcript here: https://www.booklistonline.com/The-Shelf-Care-Interview-Sara-Pennypacker-Hunter-Sarah/pid=9754682
2021-09-07
15 min
Mind Your Practice
Love Letter: Love for the Long Haul
Beth's new book, Make Your Art No Matter What enters the world on this special day! The book is a Love Letter to artists, and so is this bonus episode! ---Looking for strategies and support to build your projects and practice?Join Join Homework Club at www.mindyourpractice.comHomework Club is for every creative person who wants deadlines and accountability! I mean, who doesn’t want that? Each month you’ll get: beautiful handouts to get/keep your project on trackbonus audio contentcreative prompts from practicing artistsa...
2021-04-06
02 min
Mind Your Practice
You Can't French Braid Your Own Hair: a very special crossover episode with Nicole J. Georges of Sagittarian Matters
A *very special* crossover episode with Nicole J. Georges and her podcast Sagittarian Matters! Questions asked and answered! Foot Stuff! Beth makes a disturbing confession! And a reminder to pick up Beth's upcoming book, Make Your Art No Matter What (available April 6!). NICOLE LINKS:NicoleJGeorges.com instagram.com/nicolejgeorgesListen to her new podcast, RELATIVE FICTION: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relative-fiction/id1557300926Sagittarian Matters: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sagittarian-matters/id1084188765---------Looking for strategies and support to build your proje...
2021-03-30
1h 02
Mind Your Practice
3 Lessons I Learned: Make Your Art No Matter What
Beth shares 3 lessons she learned while writing her upcoming book, Make Your Art No Matter What (available April 6!). Looking for strategies and support to build your projects and practice?Join Join Homework Club at www.mindyourpractice.comHomework Club is for every creative person who wants deadlines and accountability! I mean, who doesn’t want that? Each month you’ll get: beautiful handouts to get/keep your project on trackbonus audio contentcreative prompts from practicing artistsaccess to a private members-only IG accountoptional accountability pods made up of other artists...
2021-03-17
06 min
Mind Your Practice
Beth Loves You: A Love Letter to Artists
Beth shares a Love Letter to Artists.Looking for strategies and support to build your projects and practice?Join Join Homework Club at www.mindyourpractice.comHomework Club is for every creative person who wants deadlines and accountability! I mean, who doesn’t want that? Each month you’ll get: beautiful handouts to get/keep your project on trackbonus audio contentcreative prompts from practicing artistsaccess to a private members-only IG accountoptional accountability pods made up of other artists and writersa webinar led by author and arts consultant Beth Pickens.Just $...
2021-03-10
02 min
Mind Your Practice
Lover Letter: Valentine's Day
Beth shares a Valentine's Day Love Letter to Artists.Looking for strategies and support to build your projects and practice?Join Join Homework Club at www.mindyourpractice.comHomework Club is for every creative person who wants deadlines and accountability! I mean, who doesn’t want that? Each month you’ll get: beautiful handouts to get/keep your project on trackbonus audio contentcreative prompts from practicing artistsaccess to a private members-only IG accountoptional accountability pods made up of other artists and writersa webinar led by author and arts consultant Beth Picken...
2021-02-14
02 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
BTW 32: 4 of Swords – Resting Is Healing with Brandi Spradling
When nothing feels stable, how do you find stability? After the heartbreak of the 3 of Swords, the 4 of Swords reminds us that we’re entering a recovery period. When this card appears, it’s time to lay down your weapons. Get some rest. It’s okay to retreat a little and regroup. It’s in the dark of the earth that we restore and heal. You will take action again very soon and you need all your strength. Tune in to this episode to learn more about the healing powers of this card and what it offers.Our guest...
2021-01-21
54 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
BTW X: We Interrupt Our Usual Programming... For A Pep Talk
We interrupt our usual programming to give a little impromtu pep talk. This little rant / love letter to you is raw and un-edited. A last minute thing coming as a result of... ummm, people storming the capital building and an attempted coup. Basically, we didn't feel right putting out our scheduled episode but Amanda still had a few things to say, so here it is. Hope you enjoy. And we'll be back with you next week with a special episode about swords and conflict, with a very special guest. *********************************YOU CAN STILL DOWNLOAD O...
2021-01-07
25 min
Mind Your Practice
Your Practice in a New Year
Welcome to a new year. It probably doesn’t feel much different than the last one and that’s ok. Let’s not put a ton of pressure there. You can have lots of new years, this is just one.I don’t suggest resolutions but I do love all things lists. So here is my list for 2021: my Top Five Reminders to Strengthen Your Practice in a New Year.Looking for strategies and support to build your projects and practice?Join Join Homework Club at www.mindyourpractice.comHomework Club is for every cre...
2021-01-01
05 min
Mind Your Practice
Extra Credit! Ghosts of Projects Past
To celebrate the end of endless 2020, we share an "extra credit" episode made for our beloved Homework Club Members in early December. Homework Club offers creative people a framework for keeping their projects and practices a priority. beautiful worksheetsbonus audio content“extra credit” creative prompts + tips from practicing artistsaccess to a private members-only IG accountaccountability pods (optional)and a monthly webinar led by Beth Pickens!All for $12/month for those who sign up before January 6th! For more information on Homework Club, visit MindYourPractice.com.This month, your extra credit creative prompt...
2020-12-30
03 min
Mind Your Practice
A Note from Beth
Get more advice on IG: @bethpickensconsultingJoin the Mind Your Practice Homework Club: www.mindyourpractice.comHomework Club is for every creative person who wants deadlines and accountability! I mean, who doesn’t want that? Each month you’ll get: nice lookin' homework handoutsbonus audio contentcreative promptsaccess to a private members-only IG accounta webinar led by author and arts consultant Beth Pickens. Just $12/month through 2020. THIS EPISODE'S HOMEWORK:Let yourself off the hook. Mind Your Practice is produced by Carolyn Pennypacker Riggs. You can find o...
2020-11-16
04 min
Mind Your Practice
Oh, The Pain of Life!
Get more advice on IG: @bethpickensconsultingJoin the Mind Your Practice Homework Club: www.mindyourpractice.comHomework Club is for every creative person who wants deadlines and accountability! I mean, who doesn’t want that? Each month you’ll get: homework handouts, bonus audio content, access to a private members-only IG account, and a webinar led by author and arts consultant Beth Pickens. Just $12/month through 2020. THIS EPISODE'S HOMEWORK:Ok, let’s talk about your homework. Whether you need a break from some of your feelings or want a little help accessi...
2020-10-21
07 min
Mind Your Practice
Does My Art Really Matter?
Get more advice on IG: @bethpickensconsultingJoin the Mind Your Practice Homework Club: www.mindyourpractice.comHomework Club is for every creative person who wants deadlines and accountability! I mean, who doesn’t want that? Each month you’ll get: homework handouts, bonus audio content, access to a private members-only IG account, and a webinar led by author and arts consultant Beth Pickens. Just $12/month through 2020. THIS EPISODE'S HOMEWORK:This episode’s homework is about living the principle that your art matters.In the next week, I want you to writ...
2020-10-21
07 min
Mind Your Practice
Artists' Three Basic Needs
Get more advice on IG: @bethpickensconsultingJoin the Mind Your Practice Homework Club: www.mindyourpractice.comHomework Club is for every creative person who wants deadlines and accountability! I mean, who doesn’t want that? Each month you’ll get: homework handouts, bonus audio content, access to a private members-only IG account, and a webinar led by author and arts consultant Beth Pickens. Just $12/month through 2020. THIS EPISODE'S HOMEWORK:Ok, let’s talk about your homework. I want you to think about these three basic needs for artists in your own life. H...
2020-10-21
06 min
Mind Your Practice
What If You're Lost?
Get more advice on IG: @bethpickensconsultingJoin the Mind Your Practice Homework Club: www.mindyourpractice.comHomework Club is for every creative person who wants deadlines and accountability! I mean, who doesn’t want that? Each month you’ll get: homework handouts, bonus audio content, access to a private members-only IG account, and a webinar led by author and arts consultant Beth Pickens. Just $12/month through 2020. THIS EPISODE'S HOMEWORK:Ok, let’s talk about your homework. Complicated times call for uncomplicated solutions so it’s a pretty simple two part process. Part...
2020-10-21
06 min
Mind Your Practice
HELP
Get more advice on IG: @bethpickensconsultingJoin the Mind Your Practice Homework Club: www.mindyourpractice.comHomework Club is for every creative person who wants deadlines and accountability! I mean, who doesn’t want that? Each month you’ll get: homework handouts, bonus audio content, access to a private members-only IG account, and a webinar led by author and arts consultant Beth Pickens. Just $12/month through 2020. THIS EPISODE'S HOMEWORK:Ok, let’s talk about your homework. First, honestly assess your relationship to asking for help, receiving it, and giving it out. Where i...
2020-10-21
06 min
Mind Your Practice
Start Again
Get more advice on IG: @bethpickensconsultingJoin the Mind Your Practice Homework Club: www.mindyourpractice.comHomework Club is for every creative person who wants deadlines and accountability! I mean, who doesn’t want that? Each month you’ll get: homework handouts, bonus audio content, access to a private members-only IG account, and a webinar led by author and arts consultant Beth Pickens. Just $12/month through 2020. THIS EPISODE'S HOMEWORK:This episode’s homework is about living the principle that your art matters.In the next week, I want you to writ...
2020-10-21
06 min
Mind Your Practice
Focus + Productivity
Get more advice on IG: @bethpickensconsultingJoin the Mind Your Practice Homework Club: www.mindyourpractice.comHomework Club is for every creative person who wants deadlines and accountability! I mean, who doesn’t want that? Each month you’ll get: homework handouts, bonus audio content, access to a private members-only IG account, and a webinar led by author and arts consultant Beth Pickens. Just $12/month through 2020. THIS EPISODE'S HOMEWORK:Ok, let’s talk about your homework. This episode’s homework sounds paradoxical but conflicting ideas can coexist at the same time. First...
2020-10-21
09 min
Mind Your Practice
Showing + Sharing Yourself
Get more advice on IG: @bethpickensconsultingJoin the Mind Your Practice Homework Club: www.mindyourpractice.comHomework Club is for every creative person who wants deadlines and accountability! I mean, who doesn’t want that? Each month you’ll get: homework handouts, bonus audio content, access to a private members-only IG account, and a webinar led by author and arts consultant Beth Pickens. Just $12/month through 2020. THIS EPISODE'S HOMEWORK:Ok, let’s talk about your homework. First, think about yourself in terms of showing yourself and sharing your work. Is this somethi...
2020-10-21
06 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
BTW 25: Herbal and Spiritual Support for 2020 with Melanie Griffin
Join herbalist, artist and comedian Melanie Griffin, and host Amanda Yates Garcia, as they discuss spiritual and herbal means for coping with the stress of 2020. This episode covers a lot of ground, ranging from overcoming the militaristic medical complex, to working with herbs to ameliorate depression. Plants are not just resources to exploit but beings to establish relationships with. Our spiritual practices connecting with the plant world can be a lifeline in troubled times. We talk about specific herbs you can work with to cope with stress, depression and frayed nerves, and other ways, besides ingesting them, to work...
2020-09-03
54 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
BTW 21: Ancestral Magic of the Ancient Celts with Mara Freeman
Magical cauldrons, sacred stones, bewitched swords, well maidens, bleeding spears, such are the things of Arthurian legend. Tune in today as we discuss the ancestral magic of the ancient Celts with expert and Western Mystery Tradition initiate Mara Freeman. We talk about the grail myth as a prophecy for contemporary environmental collapse; poets as prophets; the meaning of the knights; and the suits of the tarot and their relationship to "the four hallows"; the four sacred objects of the Tuatha Dé Danann, the fairy people of pre-Christian Ireland. This is a super magical episode that really helps expand the m...
2020-08-06
1h 03
Between the Worlds Podcast
BTW 20: 6 of Wands – Applause from the Ancestors with Rash Tramble of Stay Woke Tarot
The 6 of Wands speaks to us of progress, recognition and reward, but the real question it asks is... from whom is that recognition coming? Do you need to impress someone to make progress? What does victory mean for YOU? We discuss all this and more with the brilliant Rash Tramble of Stay Woke Tarot. Prepare to think deeply about what it means to honor accomplishments, and WHO does the honoring in your world.**********************************UPCOMING WORKSHOPSCandle Magic Workshop - Download Available 8/13/20Whether or not you “believe” in magic, candle rituals are a gr...
2020-07-30
48 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
BTW 19: 5 of Wands – Resolving Conflict with Danielle Dorsey of Tarot Views
Most people would agree that we're living through a moment of great unrest. The wisdom of the 5 of Wands is that it teaches us out to deal with conflict. Our guest today, the illustrious Danielle Dorsey of Tarot Views, brings a lot of heart and humor to the discussion as we look at how processing your feelings privately can be a blessings, and how stepping back can be surprisingly empowering.**********************************Find out more about our special guest, Danielle Dorsey...Danielle is currently offering free tarot readings for Black people, which she encourages non-Black...
2020-07-23
1h 04
Between the Worlds Podcast
BTW 18: 4 of Wands – You're Worth Celebrating with Gabriela Herstik
The 4 of Wands teaches us to celebrate, even and especially in difficult times. In this episode we discuss how finding joy, giving yourself permission to rest, and celebrating your accomplishments are essential if you want to bring your projects to completion. Join special guest, fashion witch and writer, Gabriela Herstik, and host Amanda Yates Garcia, as the 4 of Wands teaches us how to help our communities thrive.**********************************Find out more about our special guest, Gabriela Herstik...Visit her website, GabrielaHerstik.comRead her books: Bewitching the Elements, and Inner Witch.
2020-07-16
51 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
BTW 17: Flower Worlds, Singing Deer, and Tree Mysteries with Dr. David Delgado Shorter
We are SO EXCITED to present to you this very special episode with guest Dr. David Delgado Shorter where we discuss the Flower Worlds of the Yaqui people of northern Mexico. In this cosmology there are nine interlocking worlds filled with magical creatures. Reality is danced and sung into being. Flowers are messengers from Spirit. In the Western Mystery traditions, the suit of wands relates to the wisdom flowers and trees, and in this episode we get to hear a radically different perspective on these beings. Dr. Shorter has studied with the Yaqui for over 20 years and helps us...
2020-07-09
57 min
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BTW 16: 3 of Wands – Taking Creative Risks with Lindsay Mack
In this episode we talk about the 3 of Wands, a card about risk, adventure, creativity, and going deeper into what you thought you knew, with our very special guest, Lindsay Mack of the Tarot for the Wild Soul Podcast. The 3 of Wands is often challenging for people, especially because it's so similar to the 2 of Wands. But here we make some distinctions and talk about how when the 3 of Wands appears, it's time to open up your creative horizons by allowing yourself to sit in your discomfort a bit.**********************************Find out more about our special...
2020-07-02
54 min
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BTW 15: 2 of Wands — Expanding Your World with Guest Pam Grossman
In this episode we talk about the 2 of Wands, making decisions and dreaming big, with special guest Pam Grossman. Here we discuss how this card is the "yes... and" card, which asks us to stay rooted in our history, traditions and teachings, AND expand those things, reaching for deeper connection within our community and bringing more life and healing to the world.**********************************Find out more about our special guest, writer, curator, witch and podcaster Pam Grossman ...Visit her website, PamGrossman.comSubscribe to her mailing list.Listen to her...
2020-06-25
50 min
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BTW 14: Ace of Wands — Finding Your Power
Welcome back to Season 2 of Between the Worlds! In this episode we discuss the Ace of Wands. We prepare you for the season and go in deep so that you truly get what the Suit of Wands is all about. Wands are often thought of as the witch's most powerful magical tool, because a wand is a conduit for our will to be made manifest in the world around us. So as we go through this season, dear witches, consider what YOU will to bring into the world. And how your will can be OF SERVICE to the world...
2020-06-18
42 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
STAY TUNED! Between the Worlds picks up again next week with the 5 of Cups
We're taking the week off as Carolyn adjusts to parenthood.Next week we'll pick right back up where we left off - as Amanda talks 5 of Cups with poet Ariana Raines!*****Subscribers! Keep a lookout for a very special download arriving in your inbox in the near future.*****Get in touch with sponsorship inquiries for Between the Worlds at betweentheworldspodcast@gmail.com.Or, contact Amanda, or Carolyn below to book a session or just to find out more:*****Amanda Yates Garcia (art witch...
2020-02-20
00 min
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BTW 4: 3 of Cups - Emotional Intelligence with Jade Chang and Carolyn Pennypacker Riggs
In this episode we talk about … the 3 of Cups, collaboration, celebration, and using your emotional intelligence. Today, our producer Carolyn Pennypacker Riggs will be making her FIRST on the air appearance in the more than 2 years of us doing the podcast, as will the famous novelist, television writer, and BFF, Jade Chang.**********************************EMPEROR WORKSHOP INFORMATIONSign Up for Our "The Emperor in 2020 Workshop: Making Daddy Work For You" here -- or become a Jupiter-realm subscriber and get it as part of your membership (which will soon include an online forum to connect with ot...
2020-01-30
1h 06
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SM 43: The World Card - Finding Your Path
Just a reminder... this episode, The World Card, is our last episode as "Strange Magic". Next week we bring you "Between the Worlds". We'll continue to bring you tarot, magic, art, mythology and more. **********************************In this episode we talk about … Major Arcana XXI - The World Card. Realize your purpose and allow your destiny to materialize as you hold the world in your hands.Tune in if:You want to know you're on the right pathYou want to step into wholenessYou've recently completed a major projectYou're ready to put your lessons into pra...
2020-01-02
1h 09
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 42: The Judgement Card — Wake Up, Wake Up You Sleepy Head
(Just a reminder... next episode, The World Card, will be our last episode as "Strange Magic". After that the podcast will be called "Between the Worlds" - we will still be talking tarot, magic, art and culture so stay tuned. The show will keep appearing in your feed if you're subscribed, so subscribe now and don't miss our new season!).**********************************In this episode we talk about Major Arcana XX, Judgement. Tune in to learn the difference between making good choices and being reckless, and how to step into rhythm of resurrection.Tune in...
2019-12-26
1h 13
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SM 41: The Sun Card Will Help You Find Your Shine
In today's episode, we talk about Major Arcana XIV, the Sun card. Tune in if you’re ready to step into your confidence; let your inner light shine; harness the power of the sun; heal issues related to self worth; support yourself through a rebirthing process; and of course, celebrate!********************************************************Amanda's References from this episode include:“The Tarot” by Paul Foster Case“78 Degrees of Wisdom” by Rachel Pollack“The Queering of the Tarot” by Cassandra Snow“The Book of Symbols” by Taschen“The Women’s Dictionary of Symbols and Sacred Objects” by Barbara WalkerPenelope U...
2019-12-19
1h 15
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SM 39: The Moon — Embracing Your Wildness, Becoming Whole
In this week's episode, we discuss Major Arcana 18: The Moon. Tune in to find out how to embrace your wildness, make your subconscious your best friend, and tips on how to become a creature of the night.************************Win A Free Session With Amanda (by submitting a review of Initiated)To enter to win a free tarot session with Amanda (and get a downloadable altar prayer PDF, guaranteed), all readers of Initiated need to do is review Amanda's book on Amazon or Goodreads + their Instagram Feed and then submit a screenshot via email here...
2019-12-05
1h 16
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SM 38: Support for the Dark Moon Time of Year
Here are some of the resources Sarah mentioned:Native Land projectThe Sogorea Te Land TrustWishtoyo's Chumash Village projectShayne Case's Toki Amanwani projectNorth American Traditional Indigenous Food SystemsAll My Relations Podcast Learn More About Your Host Amanda Yates GarciaTo join Amanda's MYSTERY CULT on Substack click here.To order Amanda's book, "Initiated: Memoir of a Witch" CLICK HERE.Amanda's InstagramTo book an appointment with Amanda go to www.oracleoflosangeles.com
2019-11-28
29 min
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SM 37: The Star — Your Future is Bright
This week’s episode is sponsored by our favorite NON-Tarot deck of cards: Polemic! - the game of small differences. Find out more at: http://www.gardenpathgames.com***Win A Free Session With AmandaTo enter to win a free tarot session with Amanda (and get a downloadable altar prayer PDF, guaranteed), all readers of Initiated need to do is review Amanda's book on Amazon or Goodreads or their Instagram Feed and then submit a screenshot via email here (guardian@oracleoflosangeles.com). For each review (Goodreads, Amazon, or Instagram) you will receive a se...
2019-11-21
1h 19
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 36: Reclaiming Your Heart — Tarot Magic to Dissolve the Patriarch Within
A huge thank you to Casey Zabala of the Witch's confluence for organizing a beautiful event. A huge thank you to everyone there that participated. To learn more about the Witch's Confluence, go here.************************************Links!Amanda Yates Garcia (art witch, healer, writer):www.oracleoflosangeles.comTo sign up for Amanda's newsletter, CLICK HERE.To order Amanda's book, "Initiated: Memoir of a Witch" CLICK HERE.Amanda's InstagramAmanda's Facebook**Carolyn Pennypacker Riggs (musician, artist, producer):www.c...
2019-11-14
44 min
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SM 35: There's A Witch Wherever You Are
This episode is sponsored by: Embodied Manifestation, a free workshop, hosted by Thérèse Cator. Sign up for free at www.EmbodiedManifestation.com/strangemagic To support and learn more about the talented witches featured in this episode:Asali Earthwork/ www.asaliearthwork.com / instagram.com/asaliearthworkErica Feldman / hauswitchstore.com / instagram.com/hauswitchChiron Armand / impactshamanism.com / instagram.com/chironarmand / facebook.com/impactshamanism / twitter.com/ChironArmandMaria Minnis / tinyparsnip.com / instagram.com/tinyparsnipYumi Sakugawa / yumisakugawa.com / instagram.com/yumisakugawaAmanda's book events: 11/24 Miami, FL...
2019-11-07
29 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 34: Spooky Scary Halloween
Strange Magic endorses the Living Altar. To get a copy of this oracle deck, click here, and help to support witches making magic!References from the ShowAmanda's book events:Thursday, 10/31 7pm, Brooklyn, NY: Halloween Ritual and Reading at powerHouse ArenaMonday, 11/4 7pm, Los Angeles, CA at BooksoupFriday, 11/15, time TBD, Los Angeles, CA at Stories Bookstore and Café11/24 Miami, FL: Miami Book Fair, panel. Time TBD.To purchase Amanda's book, Initiated, click here. Amanda talks about the movie, "The 6th Sense," directed by M. Night Shyamalan.Amanda discusses the Tongva wise woman, Toypurina. You can find an ar...
2019-10-30
34 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 33: The Tower — When Things Fall Apart
Strange Magic endorses the Living Altar. To get a copy of this oracle deck, click here, and help to support witches making magic!References from the ShowAmanda's book events: Saturday, 10/26, 6pm Los Angeles, CA: LA BOOK LAUNCH!! Skylight Books with Pam Grossman on Q & A; Thursday 10/31, 7pm, Brooklyn, NY: Halloween Ritual and Reading at powerHouse Arena; Monday, 11/4 7pm, Los Angeles, CA at Booksoup; Friday, 11/15, time TBD, Los Angeles, CA at Stories Bookstore and Café; 11/24 Miami, FL: Miami Book Fair, panel. Time TBD.To purchase Initiated, click here. Amanda reads the poem "Second Coming" from Yates as...
2019-10-24
1h 15
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 32: The Shadow Knows — finding power in the hard cards
Today we ride the party train through the troubled territories of jealousy, betrayal, and failure. We look at how the tarot can help us deal with the most difficult aspects of our lives, and talk about how we reckon with these hard feelings personally. It sounds difficult, but when we're together witches can make anything fun. It's magic! Join us! **********************************References from the ShowTo pre-order Amanda's book, Initiated, and get your the free Self-Initiation Spell (only available to pre-orders) and be entered to win a 1 Hour session with Amanda, CLICK HERE. Once you c...
2019-10-18
1h 04
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SM 31: Sympathy for the Devil Card
Listener discretion is advised in this episode. We get kinky, dirty, and have a whole lot of fun discussing Major Arcana XV - The Devil. Think power, BDSM, the Matrix, David Bowie's bulge, addictions, snakes, goats billowing black sabbath smoke from the top of a snow storming mountain. Only the Gothest of witches need apply. Tune in, if you dare!**********************************References from the ShowTo pre-order Amanda's book, Initiated, and get your the free Self-Initiation Spell (only available to pre-orders) and be entered to win a 1 Hour session with Amanda, CLICK HERE. Once you...
2019-10-10
1h 25
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 30: Going In Deep With Your Cards of the Year
We're back with Season 3 of Strange Magic!In this episode we review our Empress and Hanged Man predictions from the beginning of the year to look at what's come true and how it's all played out. We also take a deep dive into a review of our own cards of the year in the hopes that you'll be inspired to check back in with your cards as well. xo**********************************References from the ShowTo pre-order Amanda's book, "Initiated: Memoir of a Witch" CLICK HERE.The Mindfulness Conspiracy essay by Ronald Purser in...
2019-10-03
1h 02
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SM 29: Temperance -- Take Me To Your Healer
In this episode we talk Temperance: the card that teaches how to heal. When this card appears we know we've got the angels on our side. Tune in to this, our last episode of the season, to hear us dish on turning struggle and strife into pure alchemical gold.This is the episode for you if:you’re just coming out of a period of loss, and now you’re in recoveryyou feel lost or bereft spirituallyyou’re ready to take the fragments of your life and turn it into something more, something greateryou're ready to tap in...
2019-07-11
1h 18
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 28: How to Make Spells Work for You
In this episode we discuss every witch's favorite subject: spells. Do they work? HOW do they work? Are they safe? And we dish some delish spells stories of our own.*****Links!*Amanda Yates Garcia * (art witch, healer, writer):www.oracleoflosangeles.comCONTRIBUTORSAmanda Yates Garcia, Sarah, Carolyn Pennypacker Riggs. Learn More About Your Host Amanda Yates GarciaTo join Amanda's MYSTERY CULT on Substack click here.To order Amanda's book, "Initiated: Memoir of a Witch" CLICK HERE.Amanda's Instagram
2019-07-04
51 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 27: The Death Card — Helping You Face the Unknown
Also known as the Nameless Card, the Death card, Major Arcana XIII, is the key to helping us face the unknown and allow change to happen. Tune in if you're facing grief or loss. Tune in if you're ready to move on, or even if you never want to let go; either way, this is the card for you.You might want to listen to this episode if:You've been experiencing loss and are finding it difficult to copeIf you feel like you need to make a change but aren’t sure where to beginIf you've be...
2019-06-27
1h 22
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 26: Solstice -- Your Guide to Solar Celebrations
Woot, woot! It's summer Solstice, the holiday where witches in the northern hemisphere light up their grills, put on their frills and... collect rain water in crystal bowls. Tune in to find out simple ways to celebrate with your people. We give you alllll our magical Solstice tips.Notes from the show:This year, in Los Angeles, Solstice comes on June 21st at 8:54am PST.For more information about Carolyn Pennypacker Riggs' event at the Getty, click this link.Amanda mentions the book "Witta" by Edain McCoy. The familiar blessing is...
2019-06-19
48 min
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SM 25: The Hanged Man - Stuck? Frustrated? This is a job for the Hanged Man!
Hang tight, the Hanged One is here to show you how to get through difficult times. The Hanged One tarot card gets a bad wrap, but we show you the bright side on this episode of Strange Magic.You might need this episode if:You feel like no matter what they do nothing changes, i.e. you feel stuck in an uncomfortable positionYou are in an uncomfortable and groundless time period in your lifeYou feel frozen, or unable to respond, disassociated and disengagedYou are in a situation where there’s nothing you can do to improve yo...
2019-06-13
53 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 24: Connecting To Your Intuition
We were so excited about this episode we put it out a day early! Intuition. Is it real? Is it just wishful thinking? Can you trust it? How do you listen to it? In this episode we answer these questions and more.In this episode, you'll find out just what intuition is and why it's useful. Also, Sarah and Amanda share some of the things they wish someone had told them when they first started practicing this stuff on their own.****Links!*Amanda Yates Garcia * (art witch, healer, writer):...
2019-06-05
22 min
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SM 23: Feminism and the Tarot
In this episode, we go into every witch's favorite subject: feminism! Sarah and Amanda discuss friendship and the 3 of Cups; to complete or not to complete with the 4 of Wands; getting frisky with the Page of Cups; powering up with the Queens; and yes, we finally address the Motherpeace controversy. Tune in!Feminism and the tarot is one of our favorite subjects and we could go on about it all day. We get personal and relational in this episode, and that's what makes it so juicy and real... just like feminism! We know you're going to love...
2019-05-30
50 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 22: Justice - How to Bring it All Into Balance
In this episode Sarah and Amanda talk about Major Arcana XI, the Justice card. If you're having legal issues, have fallen out with a friend or loved one, or keeping running in to the same old drama, this is the episode for you.We talk about goddesses of wisdom and their bloodthirsty, devouring shadows. We talk about squaring up with your values (remember those?). We talk numbers (if you ever wanted to know what 11-11 means now's your chance). We talk swords and blindfolds -- bet you didn't know Justice could be so hot!In...
2019-05-16
1h 01
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SM 21: Free Life Hacks from Witches Who Know
In this episode we give witchy advice for some of our listeners' most pressing problems. Tune in to hear Sarah and Amanda roll up their sleeves and become life hacktivists, tarot-style.We answer questions about patriarchy and questions about ambition.We tell you the secret tricks that helped us create lives we love.We problem-solve about what to do when that one pesky card KEEPS showing up.AND we discuss what to do if you want to come out as a witch, but don't live in Los Angeles where there's literally...
2019-05-09
33 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 20: Which Witch Are YOU?
In this episode we interview some of our favorite witches to find out what witchcraft means to them. Tune in to hear from an art witch, a sex witch, a decolonialist witch, and a famous astrologer witch, and remember... there's a witch wherever you arrrrrreeeee.In fact, hearing from all of these other witches can help you understand where witchcraft fits into your world. We want to hear from you! Don't forget to let us know what kind of witch you are when you leave your five star review for us on iTunes.Witches you'll...
2019-05-02
30 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 19 : Wheel of Fortune - Learning To Trust Your Fate
In this episode we discuss the weird and wonderful world of the Wheel of Fortune, including as many wheel puns as possible -- wheely, wheely good ones!But seriously folks, this card is special. Full of arcane symbols, great wisdom about luck, acceptance, surrender, fate, destiny, and recognizing that to everything there is a season.Respect that the universe works according to its own laws of time and space. Show up in truth, authenticity and humility and you are golden. *********************************NOTES FROM THE SHOW:Let it be known that it was Em...
2019-04-25
1h 18
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SM 18 : Our Tarot Journeys - Sarah shares her story about becoming a tarot reader
In today's episode, Amanda interviews Sarah about her slow tarot journey into becoming a professional reader.Sarah gets personal and talks about her initial resistance to being a reader, discussing some of what she's learned in her 15 years with the cards, and gets deep into her love of the tarot.Thanks for tuning in! *********************************Links!Amanda Yates Garcia (art witch, healer, writer):www.oracleoflosangeles.comAmanda's InstagramAmanda's FacebookCarolyn Pennypacker Riggs (musician, artist, producer):Carolyn's Instagram ...
2019-04-18
28 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 17 : Our Tarot Journeys - AYG on Becoming a Witch
In this episode, Sarah interviews Amanda about how she came to tarot and when she became a witch.Our hope is that by listening to our stories about how we came to make tarot, magic, and witchcraft such a huge part of our lives, that you will be inspired to think about your OWN tarot journey.The world comes to us in the form of stories. As we tell our stories of how we came to our beliefs, we reveal our processes of discovery, resistance, and ultimately, empowerment.Thanks for tuning in!
2019-04-11
35 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 16 : The Hermit — Sexy Loner You Wish You'd Gone to Bed With
In this episode Sarah and Amanda discuss Major Arcana 9, The Hermit card. This is the card for you if you want to Netflix and chill... with yourself, like, in a spiritual way.The Hermit corresponds to the number 9, which represents the completion of a cycle. The Hermit appears in your life when you're ready to stop looking outside yourself for answers. You already have all the information you need, you already have the skills, now it's time to consolidate, to tie up loose ends, and to trust that you have the wisdom it takes to pursue your...
2019-04-04
1h 04
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 15 : Tarot Grids — A Special Technique to Learn the Cards
Most of the time when we pull tarot cards, we arrange them into spreads basically at random. But that doesn't really help us understand the story of the cards as it was intended by tarot's inventors. When we lay the Major Arcana out in grids, we can understand how the "Fool's Journey" evolves and also get a better understanding of how the cards relate to each other when they come up in a reading. *********************************Links!Amanda Yates Garcia (art witch, healer, writer):www.oracleoflosangeles.comAmanda's InstagramAmanda's Fa...
2019-03-28
50 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 14 : Strength — The Lady of the Beasts
The wild witches of the west are back with Season 2 of Strange Magic!In this episode we discuss Major Arcana 8, the Strength card. Also known as The Lady of the Beasts, and sometimes simply, Lust, this card helps us find and celebrate our inner wild thing.If you're:having to endure a situation you’re not sure you can enduretrying (maybe struggling) to get in touch with your creativityif unconscious drives are encouraging you to do things you consciously know you shouldn’t doif you’re ready to expand beyond what you always thought you we...
2019-03-21
51 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 13 : Your Cards of the Year for 2019 — Personal and Political
In this episode, Amanda and Sarah discuss the steamy Cards of the Year combo for 2019: The Empress and the Hanged One. We discuss how to apply YOUR cards of the year to your own life, and how to use them in your magical practice. Sarah and Amanda dish on what they expect from THEIR cards of the year and how they handled their cards from 2018. +++++Links!**Amanda Yates Garcia (art witch, healer, writer):**www.oracleoflosangeles.comAmanda's InstagramAmanda's Facebook**Carolyn Pennypacker Riggs (musician, a...
2019-01-01
44 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 12 : The Chariot — Your Path Towards Victory
In this episode, Amanda and Sarah discuss Major Arcana 7: The Chariot.Sometimes known as the victory card, the Chariot teaches us how to align our will so that we can accomplish our goals. A protective symbol, the Charioteer helps us establish healthy boundaries and tame our fiercest inner (and outer) critics.We talk about the history and evolution of this card, what it can teach us and how to use the card as a tool in our magical practice. Of course, we also ruminate on examples of this card in pop culture, and get into...
2018-12-27
55 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 11 : The Lovers — Your Relationship To Love
In this episode, Amanda and Sarah discuss Key 6: The Lovers.We talk about the history and evolution of this card, and what that can teach us. We talk about ways to relate to this archetype and ways to make magic with it. We discuss some energies of this card through pop culture, some shadow sides of this card.+++Here are some references from the episode:all about love by bell hooksListen to the Rumi poem referenced being read out loud here.Queen singing "We Will Rock...
2018-12-20
47 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 9: The Hierophant — The Work of Work, Teachers & Teachings, Accessing Your Purpose, & Becoming the Medium
This key is very important, it marks a turning point in the major arcana. It is the first tarot card where traditionally, we see more than one person. This is the first card where we see a kind of hiearchy represented. There is an exchange between the High Priest and their God/Goddess/Goddexx, and between the High Priest and those assembled to listen.Find out our interpretations, and some magical and practical ways to work with this powerful archetype.... Some Hierophant Archetypes we discuss:Gurus Getting Me Too'edW...
2018-12-06
39 min
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SM 8: The Emperor — Creating the World You Want
The Emperor is structure, stability, planning, and well, empires. We talk about the patriarchy, power, and ways to work with this card positively, and magically. How can we reimagine power, and take up space in our own life more?...We reference the work of adrienne maree brown : Emergent Strategy.The link to the article about alpha wolves that Amanda references, by Carl Safina, can be found here.The link to the Cher quote we were talking about can be found here.Links!**Amanda Yates Garcia (art witch, healer, writer):**
2018-11-29
34 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 7: The Empress — Creativity & Fertility — the Perils and Pleasures
The Empress is the Queen of Queens. Like the HIgh Priestess she sits, but her throne is in nature, and it is daytime. She is mother earth, she is Venus, she is love and creation and sex and generative processes. She’s an open rose, one who has been pollinated and is activated by pollination. She’s sex, pleasure and the pursuit of. The integration of all the cards before her, she is ego and intuition, personal power and surrender. Find out more ways to work with her and for her, in this episode....Some Empr...
2018-11-22
43 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 6: Your Questions Answered!
We get asked a lot of questions and we love it! In this episode we discuss a couple of ones we have received often.Tune in to this episode to learn more about how we think about serving clients through spiritual advising, and different ways to connect with a spiritual practice outside of "God" or "Goddess" worship.....Links!**Amanda Yates Garcia (art witch, healer, writer):**www.oracleoflosangeles.comAmanda's InstagramAmanda's Facebook**Carolyn Pennypacker Riggs (musician, artist, producer):**Carolyn's Instagram
2018-11-15
21 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 5: The High Priestess — Let Your Intuition Guide You
The High Priestess teaches us how to utilize our intuition. Tune in to this episode to learn about the symbolism of this card; what the High Priestess teaches us about trauma, healing and being of service; and how she is inviting you to amplify your own witchy nature....Vocab:Major Arcana - The 22 archetypal cards (numbers 0 through XXI) that make a tarot deck a tarot deck rather than just a deck of playing cards.Magic - changing material reality or consciousness according to one's will; often combines symbols, emotional charge and action...
2018-11-08
41 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 4: Samhain — Rituals for Halloween (+ to hex or not to hex)
Vocab:Samhain: - Pronounced "Sow-wen", Samhain is the witches holiday on October 31st honoring the ancestors and celebrating the 3rd harvest.Magic: - changing material reality or consciousness according to one's will; often combines symbols, emotional charge and action to initiate transformation . Hexing: A spell directed towards another person or group with the intention of causing them harm. Binding: A spell cast on another person or group with the intention of preventing them from doing harm. ....Books Mentioned in the PodcastLaurie Cabot with Tom Cowan. "Pow...
2018-10-31
32 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 3: The Magician — Making Choices and Using What You've Got
The Magician teaches us how to harness our will and achieve our desires. Tune in to this episode to learn about the symbology of this card, see some examples of the Magician in pop culture, and find out how to use it to create some magic of your own....Vocab:Major Arcana - The 22 archetypal cards (numbers 0 through XXI) that make a tarot deck a tarot deck rather than just a deck of playing cards.Magic - changing material reality or consciousness according to one's will; often combines symbols, emotional charge and...
2018-10-25
26 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 2 : The Fool — Start at the Beginning
The Fool often appears at the beginning of a journey. At those times we launch ourselves into a new course of action, often because we don't know how difficult it will be once we get into the thick of it. But The Fool is surrounded by guides, guardians and protectors. In this episode, learn how you can access some of yours.....Links!**Amanda Yates Garcia (art witch, healer, writer):**www.oracleoflosangeles.comAmanda's InstagramAmanda's Facebook**Carolyn Pennypacker Riggs (musician, artist, producer):**...
2018-10-18
22 min
Between the Worlds Podcast
SM 0: Meeting Us Witches
Join us for our very first episode of Strange Magic where we introduce ourselves and our podcast and describe what you can expect throughout our podcast season. We share our perspectives on where magic is right now, how we see witchcraft, what to expect from a tarot reading, and a few tips on how to use tarot in your magical practice. Tune in and say hi. Learn More About Your Host Amanda Yates GarciaTo join Amanda's MYSTERY CULT on Substack click here.To order Amanda's book, "Initiated: Memoir of a Witch" CL...
2018-09-21
21 min
FreeFall RC Podcast
Episode 126 - Listener Series Vol 11 with Wes Pennypacker!
Episode 126 - Listener Series Vol 11 with Wes Pennypacker! Come join Steve, Kevin and Fred as we get to know Wesley Pennypacker! Volume 11 of our Listener series, we had a great time getting to know Wes and his experiences in the hobby! Thank You so much from the FFRC Podcast crew! Free our skies and we'll see ya next time... To get in touch with us: Email us at freefallrc@gmail.com Web - https://www.freefallrcpodcast.com Youtube Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTWlb2zbjCDg17i36enM9VQ Faceboo...
2018-05-25
2h 08
The Long Island History Project
Morton Pennypacker: Long Island Spy Hunter
Frank Knox Morton Pennypacker was many things: author, printer, collector, antiquarian, and...godfather of AMC's hit Long Island historical drama Turn? It was, after all, Pennypacker's diligent research into (and just as diligent promotion of) the Culper Spy Ring in the 1930s that led to a resurgence and new understanding of George Washington's spy ring on Long Island and in New York City. To learn the true depth of the story, however, we need to visit the East Hampton Free Library. Further Research East Hampton Public Library Long Island Collection Works by Morton Pennypacker (via WorldCat...
2017-04-05
45 min
The Long Island History Project
Morton Pennypacker: Long Island Spy Hunter
Frank Knox Morton Pennypacker was many things: author, printer, collector, antiquarian, and...godfather of AMC's hit Long Island historical drama Turn? It was, after all, Pennypacker's diligent research into (and just as diligent promotion of) the Culper Spy Ring in the 1930s that led to a resurgence and new understanding of George Washington's spy ring on Long Island and in New York City. To learn the true depth of the story, however, we need to visit the East Hampton Free Library. Further Research East Hampton Public Library Long Island Collection Works by Morton Pennypacker (via WorldCat...
2017-04-05
45 min
Courage to Create
The Porchlight: Episode Six with Sara Pennypacker
Episode 6 features Sara Pennypacker, award-winning author of Pax, the New York Times best-selling Clementine series, the Waylon! series, Summer of the Gypsy Moths, Pierre in Love, Sparrow Girl, The Amazing World of Stuart, and many more. During Sara's Porchlight visit, she and host Bethany Hegedus explore her journey creating Pax, including what it means to write from an animal's point of view and how much "wildness" it takes to live an authentic life. We discuss the scary but beautiful craft of writing and allowing the story to be the boss—letting go so that we can...
2016-10-12
47 min