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The Bonfires and Castles PodcastTHE SUMMER SOLSTICE & LITHA EPISODESend us a textIn this special episode of the Bonfires & Castles podcast, we pay a little homage to the Summer Solstice and the ancient festival of Litha as the Celtic Wheel of life makes yet another turn. The history and traditions of the festival are discussed, Midsummer in the faerie realm, along with how you can honor the first day of summer and how I am personally spending today!So grab a piece of earth to sit on and enjoy this Summer Solstice and Litha!How are you spending today?🧚♀️🌱2025-06-2007 minThe Bonfires and Castles PodcastA Tribute to Anne BoleynSend us a textOn this day in 1536, England saw the first Queen executed by beheading. Queen Anne Boleyn has left quite an iconic mark on history and the English monarchy. While I plan to do more episodes on her, this episode is a tribute to her on this day.One of my favorite sources on all things Anne Boleyn is Claire Ridgway's Channel on YouTube, The Anne Boleyn Files and the Tudor Society. She's also written some excellent books which I will be discussing more of.Until then, rest east and eternal...2025-05-2021 minThe Bonfires and Castles PodcastMUSIC INTERVIEW: Lief Sorbye of the Celtic Rock Band Tempest (Throwback Episode!)Send us a textTHROWBACK EPISODE: Originally recorded back in 2022, this is a conversation I had with Celtic Rock Band Tempest front man Lief Sorbye when I interviewed him for Celtic Nations Magazine. This is being released in light of the release of his new book in which he tells his life story. I plan to feature that book on this podcast, but for now, enjoy this Throwback episode!2025-05-1638 minThe Bonfires and Castles PodcastTHE IMBOLC EPISODESend us a textWe are upon the time of year when winter begins its retreat, allowing spring to enter. When the Winter Crone makes her way back into the woods, making way for St. Brigid to usher in the warmer months.What is the significance of this Gaelic Festival of Imbolc and the feminine triage (maiden, mother, and crone) and how can we best spend our time during these final days of Winter?Tune in as we explore this ancient holiday and the significance that the feminine triage holds in our lives. 2025-02-0414 minThe Bonfires and Castles PodcastSHORT READS FOR A WINTERS NIGHT (by author Andrea Dean Van Scoyoc)Send us a textSometimes in Winter we are drawn to written works that echo the still dark of the season and sometimes a short but effective read is what's needed. Join me as I explore two short but intriguing stories by author Andrea Dean Van Scoyoc and her very unique brand of storytelling in The Silent Sentinel and The Monestary Murders.Her books can be found on her website and you can follow her on IG st @redhorsepromotionshttps://linktr.ee/theandreadeanvanscoyoc?utm_source=linktree_profile_share2025-01-2507 minThe Bonfires and Castles PodcastNOSFERATU: A Gothic Film ReviewSend us a textIn this episode, I review the new Nosferatu film (directed by Robert Eggers), giving my thoughts on the overall production of the film, discussing the 2024 film in conjunction with the 1922 film starring Max Schreck, and what we might be able to take away from the story itself.I hope you enjoy this episode! And stay tuned for some news concerning the podcast.Thank you for listening and see you someplace in time...Follow the film @nosferatuthefilm#ghosttales #nosferatu #vampirelore #drácula #bramstokersdracula #nosferatu1922 #nosferatu2024 #maxschreck #b...2025-01-1009 minThe Bonfires and Castles PodcastHAUNTED HISTORY: The Stories Behind The Legend of Sleepy HollowSend us a textHaunted history.2024-11-0821 minThe Bonfires and Castles PodcastHIDDEN LIBRARY REVIEW: The Caretaker's Cottage Library by Andrea Dean Van ScoyocSend us a textBook review!2024-11-0806 minThe Bonfires and Castles PodcastHAUNTED HISTORY: The Deacon's TalesSend us a textHaunted History series.2024-11-0807 minThe Bonfires and Castles PodcastHAUNTED HISTORY: Ghosts of GettysburgSend us a textHaunted History episode. 2024-11-0820 minThe Bonfires and Castles PodcastHAUNTED HISTORY: The Monongahela Witch (Moll Derry)Send us a textHaunted History2024-11-0809 minThe Bonfires and Castles PodcastFORT HENRY DAYS: A Conversation with Valerie SkinnerSend us a textThis episode was recorded at Fort Henry Days on Labor Day Weekend and I was happy to interview the very talented Valerie Skinner.Valerie is a very talented 18th century inspired artisan, painter, fan maker, and she also makes trade signs, trade cards, and decorative wooden and paper boxes!You can see samples of her work at market fairs and on her Instagram @vincere_vm (where you can also give her a follow!)She currently takes commissions along with custom orders through email or text message:vincere_vm@yahoo...2024-11-0804 minThe Bonfires and Castles PodcastA Hidden Library Review, Ep. 4: Victorian Secrets by Sarah ChrismanSend us a textThis episode of Bonfires & Castles brings you a Hidden Library Book Review. In this episode I discuss the book Victorian Secrets by Sarah Chrisman where she discusses her journey back to herself through the art of corsetry.2024-07-3140 minThe Bonfires and Castles PodcastA Hidden Library Review, Ep. 5: The Anne Boleyn Collection by Claire RidgewaySend us a textBonfires & Castles brings you another Hidden Library Reviews episode with Claire Ridgeway's "The Anne Boleyn Collection". Fans of Anne Boleyn and her story will want to check this one out!2024-07-3126 min
The Bonfires and Castles PodcastA TALK WITH CHUCK OWSTON ON THE SONG RAGGLE TAGGLE GYPSYSend us a textORIGINALLY RECORDED IN 2022This episode was originally recorded after my friend Chuck and I performed the song Raggle Taggle Gypsy for one of my Living Room Sessions. In this episode, we discuss the background and story behind the song. So grab a beverage and join us around the bonfire!2024-07-2405 min
The Bonfires and Castles PodcastAN INTERVIEW WITH ANDREA DEAN VAN SCOYOCSend us a textORIGINALLY RECORDED BACK IN 2021In this episode I sit down and interview the amazingly talented Renaissance woman, Andrea Dean Van Scoyoc. Andrea is talented in many areas, including writing and music. She is a critically acclaimed author in the Horror genres and has many interesting stories of conventions and fan events. So grab a beverage and join us!2024-07-2442 min
The Bonfires and Castles PodcastAN INTERVIEW WITH CELTIC RAINSend us a textORIGINALLY RECORDED BACK IN 2021In this first episode of the Bonfires & Castles Podcast, I sit down with Rebekah Lawson of the musical acts Celtic Rain and The Lute & the Lady. Grab a beverage and join us for this fun conversation!2024-07-241h 08
Imaginarium With Scott and ToddImaginarium 337: Sing, Sing SongThis week on the show we're very happy to have special guest, singer/songwriter Tiffany Apan!2023-02-011h 11
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Celtic Myth PodshowNew Year Music Special 2Taliesin and the Death Song of Uther Pendragon In this our second music special, the New Year Music Special, we bring you some more great music as well as another poem from the Book of Taliesin. You'll hear moving folk music from Danny Quinn, Skully, Tiffany Apan, Anne Roos, Triflemore and Claymore, some wonderful Faery music from Tinkerscuss and Faeries Wear Boots. There's also some more rocking music from Orient Xpress. This episode we are proud to announce that Orient Xpress have allowed us to offer you their marvellous rocker, Ancient Hero, as a free download. Click...2009-01-0947 min