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Wormwood & WitchesEp. 49 Haunted Prescott WeddingPrescott, AZ is an old town of tales and Wild West. Join Erika and Talle as they chat about one of the many infamous haunted places in that town, the Hotel St. Michael!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2023-11-2228 minWormwood & WitchesEp. 48: To Trick, or Treat? An Origin Story.On this episode we continue on the heels of Halloween to discuss where trick or treating came from. It goes back farther than you think. Talle was not drunk, just a little unhinged. And Erika may or may not have had a ghost appear behind her while we were recording. You'll have to listen to find out!
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https://www.history.com/news/halloween-trick-or-treating-origins2023-11-0854 minWormwood & WitchesEp. 47: Ancestral WorkAs the veil thins during the time of Samhain, the shadow time of the year, let us look at how to honor and connect with those around us and who came before us. Join Talle and Erika as they describe how to conduct ancestry work and why it's important.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2023-10-251h 11Wormwood & WitchesEp. 45: Legend of the Black Eyed Children. Real, or Creepy Pasta?On the last minisode of the summer Talle talks about a relatively new legend, the one of pale faced kids with entirely black eyes. Real or creepy pasta? Just let them in to find out!
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Show Notes:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black-eyed_children
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3679978/
https://thoughtcatalog.com/christine-stockton/2013/11/16-peoples-terrifying-encounters-with-the-black-eyed-kids/
https://www.travelchannel.com/shows/monsters-and-mysteries-in-america/episodes/devils-highway-black-eyed-kids-and-mountain-curse2023-09-0616 minWormwood & WitchesEp. 44: Talismans & Sorcery!For Erika's last minisode we quickly go over some familiar and unfamiliar talismans or charms! Be prepared to have your jaw dropped! Don't forget to check out our Instagram and TikTok of how to make a charm for making decisions and needing clarity!
Show Notes:
https://listverse.com/2016/05/17/10-charms-and-talismans-with-unsettling-histories/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agimat
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rabbit%27s_foot
https://whitbymuseum.org.uk/hand-of-glory/#:~:text=The%20mummified%20severed%20human%20hand,a%20'Hand%20of%20Glory'.
https://www.goddesswitchwomb.com/s2-ep22...2023-08-2319 minWormwood & WitchesEp. 43: Communication Crystals and Negative Nancy'sLet's talk about some sparkly new crystals Talle recently bought at the Terrorium (yes, that is how it's spelled) Shop in Denver, Colorado. Sometimes you just need a few crystals to get you through your work day. Special guest: Tom on guitar.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2023-08-0909 minWormwood & WitchesEp. 42: Gems for the MorriganWelcome to a sneak peek regarding the gems Erika has on her Morrigan altar. We go through her top 3, what they are and what they mean.
Show Notes:
https://thecrystalcouncil.com/crystals/mahogany-obsidian
https://www.whitewitchparlour.com/products/mohagony-third-eye-carved-crystal-for-spiritual-protection-rebirth-awakening
https://trulyexperiences.com/blog/black-obsidian/
https://tinyrituals.co/blogs/tiny-rituals/blue-tigers-eye-meaning)
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2023-07-2612 minWormwood & WitchesEp. 41: Botanicals of LilithTalle gives a brief update on her work with Lilith, specifically, some plants the Dark Goddess is associated with. This is a great reminder to take it slow when working with Dark Goddesses or Deities, and to start someplace that brings you comfort as well as excitement.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2023-07-1217 minWormwood & WitchesEp. 40: Working with The MorriganErika is here for an updated on her work with The Morrigan! She talks about the different shapeshifting aspects of The Morrigan and how she uses them in her practice (keep an eye out on our TikTok account). Do you work with the Morrigan? Has it been successful? Let us know!
Irish Pagan School Resources:
1.) 5-Day Challenge: https://www.morriganintensive.com/challenge
2.) Lora's Blog: https://irishpagan.school/morrigan-resources/
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2023-06-2815 minWormwood & WitchesEp. 39: Summa Summa Summatime with Litha!Talle kicks off summer with a mini episode on Litha, and simple ways to harness the sun's energy.
Show notes:
Llewellyn's Sabbat Essentials - Midsummer - Rituals, Recipes, & Lore for Litha
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2023-06-1411 minWormwood & WitchesEp. 38: Putting the Grim in GrimoireGrimoire vs Book of Shadows, same same but different? Erika taps into the history behind the book of spells and magick, while Talle tries to keep her Texas accent at bay. Join us for the last episode before we go on a summer break, but be sure to check in for tiny sprinkles of fun episodes we'll be posting during our hiatus!
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Show Notes:
https://www.claudiamerrill.com/blog/the-history-of-the-grimoire
2023-05-311h 08Wormwood & WitchesEp. 37: Witch (B)laddersToday Talle discusses Witch Ladders (not bladders - much to Erika's deafness). Come learn about the crackpot who based his entire research off one witch ladder, curses, feathers, knot magick and more! Only one more episode until summer break! But don't fret - there will be short episodes for the summer.
Show Notes:
https://www.learnreligions.com/make-your-own-witchs-ladder-2561691https://www.davidcastleton.net/witchs-ladder-wellington-somerset-magic/https://notyourmothersspellbook.tumblr.com/post/146275871963/the-witches-ladder
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2023-05-1743 minWormwood & WitchesEp.36: A Moltov Witch CocktailI’m a witch in a bottle, you gotta conjure me the right way!!! Today we are chatting about witch bottles! What are they? What do they do? Why is there urine in them!? So many scary things to cover in this crazy episode. So if you find a bottle under your hearth or threshold - leave it there and especially don’t taste the contents! It is not a genie bottle. And yes - finger and toe nails do contain DNA.
Merrifield, Ralph. “Witch Bottles and Magical Jugs.” Folklore, vol. 66, no. 1, 1955, pp. 195–207. JSTOR, www.jstor.org/s...2023-05-0359 minWormwood & WitchesEp. 35: Sanitariums: Not a Health RetreatThis week Talle and Erika dive into Sanitariums (not Sanitoriums), the health retreat that no one asked for. From Arizona all the way to Scotland, we gaze into the darkness and try to find what looks back. It appears that all the pain and trauma left behind is what resides at the places, some of which are still in use today! So come learn about fever huts and lobotomies!
Show Notes:
https://www.azdhs.gov/az-state-hospital/timeline.php
https://www.facebook.com/arizonahistoricalsociety/photos/haunted-history-monththe-insane-asylum-of-arizonaarizona-state-hospitalphoenix-a/10151206567616842/
https://www.azmirror...2023-04-121h 10Wormwood & WitchesEp 34: Arsenic Eaters and Cocaine Toothpaste!We're back, baybeeeee! Talle and Erika were in need of new laptops, and we're happy to be up and running again. This week we discuss those wacky Victorians and how arsenic and other outrageous items played a huge roll in their daily lives.
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Show notes:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3179678/
https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofBritain/Poison-Panic/
https://cfpub.epa.gov/si/si_public_record_report.cfm?dirEntryId=341168...2023-03-291h 06Wormwood & WitchesEp 33: Phantasmagoric Poison ParaphernaliaMugworts! We continue with our poison theme and gain the Cliffsnotes version on poison rings and arsenic! Ever wonder how poison rings work? What poisons did they hold? Who had to taste test Hitler's food? Some of the answers you seek can be found here! Enjoy!
Notes:
https://www.amazon.com/Rings-Miniature-Monuments-Devotion-Scarisbrick/dp/B00NBH5TKA
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Affair_of_the_Poisons
https://sites.dartmouth.edu/toxmetal/arsenic/arsenic-a-murderous-history/
https://recollections.biz/blog/the-mysterious-world-of-poison-rings/
https://bessheitner.com/blog/pick-your-poison-a-brief-history-of-deadly-jewelry/
https://www.thedailybeast.com/th...2023-02-0845 minWormwood & WitchesEp 32: Poisonous Plants & Murderous MalevolenceHey, Mugworts! This week we did something a lil' different. Talle surprises Erika on this episode talking about poisonous plants and muuuuurders along with some historical fun facts. Those Victorians are an interesting bunch when it comes to beauty and aliments. Tune in with your favorite non-poisonous beverage and say a cheers to Aqua Tofanaaaaaaaah!
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Show notes:
Poison: The History of Potions, Powders, and Murderous Practitioners by Ben Hubbard
The Poison Path Herbal by Colby Michael
2023-01-2551 minWormwood & WitchesEp31: Dark Goddesses The Morrigan and LilithIt's 2023! Erika and Talle are back and diving into the Shadow Work we ignored all last year. Aiding us are two Dark Goddesses that, we discover, have been with us all along! Erika talks about the origins of The Morrigan and how to work with her. Talle discusses Lilith and her rituals. We come to the realization of their similarities as our topics unfold.
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Show Notes:
The Morrigan Celtic Goddess of Magick and Might by Courtney Weber
Dark Goddess Magick R...2023-01-111h 26Wormwood & WitchesS3E8: A Broad and Her Yule Cat: Happy Scaremass!Merry Scaremass Mugworts!
This Yule we are keeping with traditions but obviously going the scary route, because why wouldn't Talle and Erika? Today we cover from Germany with Frau Perchta all the way to Iceland with the Yule cat! Find us on IG @wormwoodandwitches and let us know your family or cultural traditions! And blessed be Yule!
Show Notes:
https://germangirlinamerica.com/what-is-frau-perchta-goddess-or-belly-slitter/
https://boroughsofthedead.com/frau-perchta/
https://thestoriedimaginarium.com/2018/12/24/the-myth-of-frau-perchta/
https://www.invest-in-bavaria.com/en/blog/post/a-ghoulishly-beautiful-tradition-rauhnachtin-bavaria
https://en.wikipedia.or...2022-12-1457 minWormwood & WitchesS3 E7: Help! I've Been Cursed! Nah, That's Just a Ritual Mark. Part 2(ish)Help! I've been cursed! Nah, you've been protected with Apotropaic Marks! A fancy word for Ritual Marks, also known as Apotropaic Marks (say that fast three times!), and sometimes referred to as Witch Marks, have certainly left an eerie "mark" throughout Europe, particularly England, for hundreds of years. Talle is a leeeetle overzealous about this topic so grab some tea and get comfy for a deep dive into these very interesting symbols of protection found in the most peculiar of places.
Have an idea, share a spooky story, or want to just say hi, email us at w...2022-11-301h 37Wormwood & WitchesS3E6: Hexes and Curses, What's the Diff?! Part 1Hey, Mugworts! Erika is just getting back from vacay and teaches us the difference between hexes and curses. Talle does a hilarious deep dive into cursed and haunted objects for sale on eBay. Erika's mom makes a special appearance to tell us a SPOOOOOOOKY STOOORY! Part 1 was just the beginning.
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Show Notes:
Divine Archetypes
ebay - Psychic and Paranormal Items for Sale
Reddit/Paranormal
h...2022-11-1645 minWormwood & WitchesRerun: Walk Among the Yew Trees with Heather WildflowerBlessed be Samhain Mugworts! We hope that you are and have been celebrating this beautiful season and sabbath! Time ran short, so we are rerunning one of our favorite episodes. Following Heather on her journey to move to Ireland has been incredible to watch. Follow Heather on Instagram or on TikTok to see updates on the move.
Let's welcome Heather Wildflower Mugworts! Heather is the winner of our Spooky Listener Tales giveaway! Heather is not only a yoga teacher, but a Cottagecore Witch with the most amazing spooky Irish castle haunted tale! Listen now as we enter our halfway...2022-11-021h 02Wormwood & WitchesPoisonous Plants and Skull Talk with Artist, SaviWe have a very fun and dark and beautiful episode for you this week. Erika and Talle interview Savi, of Small Science Studio. Savi is a Colorado local artist who paints acrylic on canvas to portray common, toxic, flora and the animal species that they are toxic to. S. practices an intentional balance between thick, dark voids and the art focus, creating the natural balance between life and death. She likes long walks in the fog and collecting animal specimens around her mountain home. Her art is stunning!
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2022-10-191h 06Wormwood & WitchesEMFs, Dousing Rods, & Ouija Boards! Oh My!Talle and Erika discuss the history & myths surrounding the three major tools used to speak to the departed: EMF readers, dousing rods, and the Ouija board. We possibly debunk these tools and share our own experiences using them. Sit inside your circle of salt while you listen in!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2022-10-051h 09Wormwood & WitchesWerewolf and a Whale in Colorado! It's Cryptids!*Howling at the Moon*
Mugworts!
It's time to get spooky and boy do we have some excellent stories for you! Aaron Casey tells his scary tale of encountering an unknown animal - dog? wolf? or werewolf? You decide. Talle takes it to the mountains of Colorado to discuss Colorado's very own cryptid (who would've thought we had our own?). Erika discusses the folklore and history of werewolves or maybe just Germany's serial killers. Settle in for some stories and folklore!
Show Notes:
https://blogs.scientificamerican.com/cocktail-party-physics/bad-moon-rising-the-science-of-werewolves/
2022-09-2157 minWormwood & WitchesVictor Haunts!Mugworts!
Talle and Erika are back from summer break with a SPOOKY and fantastic episode! Late June, Talle and Erika stayed at the Victor Hotel in Victor, CO --a very beautiful and witchy town (10 out of 10 would recommend visiting there). Not only did they stay at the Victor Hotel but they even stayed in haunted room 301!!! Join us as we give a brief history of the hotel, town, and discuss our haunted experiences with the ghost Eddie --who may or may have not died in the hotel...you'll just have to listen to find out!
Se...2022-09-0756 minWormwood & WitchesSummer Rerun: Close Encounters of the Witchin' KindLast summer rerun before we return for season 2 you all!!! The episode about Victor Hotel is going to be amazing so don't miss it! Meanwhile, here is an account of Betty and Barney Hill's abduction from New Hampshire in the 60s, can anyone say the ending of AHS Asylum?
In the episode we discuss Travis Walton who was abducted by aliens in Snowflake, AZ in the 70s and Talle talks about the Cosmic Highway and her strong opinions about Crestone, CO. Do you believe in aliens or do you think its all bogus or related to sleep paral...2022-08-311h 22Wormwood & WitchesSummer Rerun: A Haunted Church in DickensHey Mugworts! It's Talle's last summer rerun pick of the week. Sorry for the delay. Listen to hear what happened and an update on the history of the abandoned church and the town in Dickens, NE. We accidentally said Dixon in the original episode. Oopsees!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2022-08-2632 minWormwood & WitchesSummer Rerun: It's Alive! Animism with Erin CarrLet's quickly dive into frequencies of plants and stones, much like any bog witch! Then we will tie it all in with out discussion of Animisim with Erin, where we learn that we can increase our frequency by utilizing items near us.
Here we connect witchcraft with everything in between right down to the very molecules and atoms of all things. Erin Carr is here to tell us about Animism and how it is the fabric of all ritual, connection, and practice that humans have. As Erin says, “Animism allows us to see the power of the world”...2022-08-171h 12Wormwood & WitchesSummer Rerun: Summoning the WitchAs our summer rerun continues, we revisit when Erika interviews Talle. We really loved interviewing each other and had lots of fun with it! Talle added in new content as we explore our heritage.
https://viking.style/freya-the-norse-goddess/
Oh hey, Mugworts! A year in and we finally thought we should introduce ourselves by interviewing each other. There's a lot of heaviness going on in the world and we hope this brings a little light and laughter to you, even if for only a moment. In this episode, Erika puts Talle in the...2022-08-101h 33Wormwood & WitchesSummer Rerun: Sonoran RisingBlessed Be Lammas Mugworts!
Hope you all are having a great harvest and honoring Mother Earth as we transition into late summer now. Erika brings you a Polish folklore story to get us all in the mood for Spooktober! As the season draws near Samhain, let us dive into how we became Witches and what we think that means.
On this episode, Talle puts Erika in the interview chair to discuss her path into Witch and what it means to her. We absolutely loved interviewing each other, and we hope you got to know a littl...2022-08-031h 12Wormwood & WitchesSummer Rerun: Interview with Lizzie (lizzieandthebatz)Blessed be, Mugworts! On this week's Summer Rerun, we return to a very fun episode, our first ever interview with special guest Lizzie Arden! Lizzie is a well-known kitchen witch and a bartender who creates the most beautiful cocktails and explains each ingredients' magickal properties. Now that it's well into Leo season, Talle shares a recipe using gin before we get into the episode. Enjoy!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2022-07-271h 35Wormwood & WitchesSummer Rerun: Tarot 101 with Emma GoosBlessed Be Mugworts!
Erika comes to you with a collective tarot card pull and attempts to interpret using the pearls of wisdom Emma has bestowed upon us in this episode. Make sure to listen along as this is a great reading for today and be on the look out for the IG post and leave us your interpretations.
Have you ever wanted to learn Tarot? Maybe you've already dabbled, but want deeper understanding of the practice. Join us with our special guest Emma Goos who breaks down the structure of Tarot and how...2022-07-201h 54Wormwood & WitchesSummer Rerun 2: Witch Gardens, New Moon, and Ghost Stories!Blessed Be, Mugworts,
Talle updates you on this episode with the Buckmoon/Supermoon in Capricorn and current events before heading into this summer repeat. We hope your garden is bountiful.
Today we are talking about Witchy Goth Gardens and the celebration of the New Moon! This episode is all plants all the time; the meaning of plants, the medicinal use of plants, perhaps some tips on how to plant your witch garden. Join us as we talk flower language and how best to connect with the Earth around us, and maybe even g...2022-07-131h 54
Wormwood & WitchesSummer Rerun 1: I Hear Dead People with HannahWelcome Mugworts to the first summer "rerun", although you still get some new content at the beginning! So never fear! You get two new spooky stories and don't forget to stick around to listen as we interview Hannah or @klassy_witch, the host of the podcast The Haunted Insider, burlesque Goddess, and historian extraordinaire! Hannah is a spiritual empath and can hear spirits who are lingering in places. Come learn all about the spirit realm, the differences in which we are able to listen, and what we can do with these gifts.
We will return with a...2022-07-061h 38Wormwood & WitchesWalk Among the Yew Trees with Heather WildflowerLet's welcome Heather Wildflower Mugworts! Heather is the winner of our Spooky Listener Tales giveaway! Heather is not only a yoga teacher, but a Cottagecore Witch with the most amazing spooky Irish castle haunted tale! Listen now as we enter our halfway point to Samhain and gear up for all things weird and mysterious. So come walk through the Yew trees in the dark as we listen to this scary and true tale!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/mess2022-05-1159 minWormwood & WitchesClose Encounters of the Witchin' KindOkay, we had our *bleep* together, but the aliens and the technology thought otherwise....better late than never?
Here we discuss Travis Walton who was abducted by aliens in Snowflake, AZ in the 70s and Talle talks about the Cosmic Highway and her strong opinions about Crestone, CO. Do you believe in aliens or do you think its all bogus or related to sleep paralysis? Listen now to get all your UFO deets! Beam me up Scotty!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2022-04-271h 02Wormwood & WitchesSpooky Listener TalesMugworts!
Get ready for some spooky stories!!! If these have taught us anything it's dont have mirrors in your room, 4 ft doors are portals, ghost children are bad but children seeing ghost children is even worse! Continue to send in any type of stories to us at wormwoodandwitches@gmail.com and don't forget to leave a podcast review and follow us on IG @wormwoodandwitches
Find Jennifer from the stories on IG @skibacreative.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2022-04-0639 minWormwood & WitchesThe Sonoran RisingOn this episode, Talle puts Erika in the interview chair to discuss her path into Witch and what it means to her. We absolutely loved interviewing each other, and we hope you got to know a little bit more about us. Grab a drink, relax, and listen in! As always, if you have a question/comment for us or a spooky/witchy story, please email us at wormwoodandwitches@gmail.com.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2022-03-231h 05Wormwood & WitchesSummoning the WitchOh hey, Mugworts! A year in and we finally thought we should introduce ourselves by interviewing each other. There's a lot of heaviness going on in the world and we hope this brings a little light and laughter to you, even if for only a moment. In this episode, Erika puts Talle in the hot seat and asks some really fun questions about witchy things and beyond. Grab some nettle tea and relax while you listen!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2022-03-091h 27Wormwood & WitchesCelebrating Black Witches and Lack of RepresentationWe tried. There isn't a whole lot of representation for POC witches out there. What Erika and Talle wanted to do was to celebrate black witches in history, pop culture, and modern aspects. What we found, as many POC already know, is it was really hard to find much of any context in a positive manner, or any at all. Are we really surprised? No. Join us for an eye opening episode.
Show notes and shout outs:
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/we-re-reclaiming-these-traditions-black-women-embrace-spiritual-realm-n1245488
Witch Queens, Voodoo Spirits & Hoodoo Saints by Denise Alvarado
...2022-02-2351 minWormwood & WitchesIt's Alive! Animism with Erin CarrHey Mugworts!
Here we connect witchcraft with everything in between right down to the very molecules and atoms of all things. Erin Carr is here to tell us about Animism and how it is the fabric of all ritual, connection, and practice that humans have. As Erin says, “Animism allows us to see the power of the world”. We know all of you will connect with this concept and hope it inspires you on a multitude of levels. Extra treat at the end for an added spooky story for ya!
Show Notes:
Web Of L...2022-02-091h 02
Ouija Boards & Midnight MargsMagickal Archaeology and Ebay Curses with Wormwood & WitchesIs Retrograde over yet, witches? So sorry this episode is a few days late getting to you! We did NOT have the favor of the technology gods. HOWEVER -- the episode is here, it's live and it's definitely cursed. Today we're chatting with the spooky duo over at Wormwood and Witches all about magick, archaeology and haunted Ebay items. It's a fun one that was worth the wait! Cheers!
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ouija-margs-pod/support2022-02-011h 13Wormwood & WitchesImbolcHey, Mugworts, it's our last Sabbat of discussion! Imbolc, Oimelc, Candlemas, or Saint Brigid's Day, is all about lighting that fire for new beginnings. We find out what a badass Brigid is too. Get comfy by a fire, pour yourself some tea, and set your intention for this goddess to manifest into the new year.
Show Notes:
Wiccan Year by Judy Ann Nock
https://www.flyingthehedge.com/2016/01/diy-candle-wheel.html#:~:text=Imbolc%20marks%20the%20first%20of,altars%2C%20tables%2C%20or%20windows.
http://gohippiechic.com/imbolc-rituals-and-traditions-for-an-abundant-spring/
2022-01-2656 minWormwood & WitchesOh Look! It's Your Shadow!Hey there, Mugworts! Season 2 is here! Erika and Talle discuss the history of Shadow Work, how it pertains to the witchy world, and the herbs and crystals that will help you on this journey. We are taking advantage of the winter to dive into meeting our shadow and invite you to join us!
Show Notes:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carl_Jung
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shadow_(psychology)
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/evil-deeds/202101/essential-secrets-psychotherapy-what-is-the-shadow
https://www.themagickkitchen.com/not-all-shadow-work-is-the-same-exploring-the-witchs-shadow/
Into the D...2022-01-121h 21Wormwood & WitchesYule Manifest for 2022Hey Mugworts! Talle and Erika would like to treat you to a simple meditation to send you into 2022. Gather your candle, herbs, and crystals mentioned from the previous episode and let's get to manifesting the sh*t out of the new year and beyond. Thank you for riding this journey with us! Have a safe & wonderful NYE!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2021-12-2917 minWormwood & WitchesYule Tide Greetings!To end 2021 on a Sabbath note, Talle and Erika discuss the history of Yule, yulelogs, Christmas trees, and all the rituals you could possibly stuff into your proverbial stocking! We hope that you feel inspired to honor the ancient Pagan traditions this Yule season with the Winter Solstice (12/21/21) and party on for the following 12 days! Don't know what Epiphany is? We got you covered too! Let us know if you feel inspired or creative and how you celebrate by tagging us @wormwoodandwitches on Insta!
Show Notes:
The Wiccan Year by Judy Ann Noc...2021-12-151h 01Wormwood & WitchesSamhain & The Witches' New YearErika & Talle bring you a short & sweet like Halloween candy history of Samhain and a few rituals to celebrate. Gather your moon water and herbs and cozy up by a candle as we treat, not trick, you to the most spookiest time of the year.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2021-10-2958 minWormwood & WitchesA Haunted Church in DixonSpooky season is just ramping up Mugworts! Because Talle and I will both be gone for a small bit of time, we didn't want your ear holes to suffer, so here is a quick spooky story to tide you over until we get to our Samhain episode! Enjoy!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2021-10-2026 minWormwood & WitchesI Hear Dead PeopleMugworts!
A very special episode for you as we interview Hannah or @klassy_witch, the host of the podcast The Haunted Insider, burlesquer, and historian extraordinaire! Hannah is a spiritual empath and can hear spirits who are lingering in places. Come learn all about the spirit realm, the differences in which we are able to listen, and what we can do with these gifts.
Broken Babes Burlesque
The Haunted Insider Podcast
Contact Hannah
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2021-10-061h 27Wormwood & WitchesMabon and the Harvest Full MoonAnother Harvest Sabbat for you guys! The 2nd of the 3 Harvest Celebrations, we have Mabon (Sept. 21/22nd) and the Harvest Full Moon on Sept. 20th, a double extravaganza! Talle and Erika discuss the lore and traditions behind Mabon and how to celebrate the full moon and this Wiccan Sabbat. We also discuss our Harvest Series, a DIY of elixers and wands leading up to this glorious celebration. We hope you come learn some witchy things with us and feel empowered to utilize this harvesting time to take note of the natural world around you. Enjoy!
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Send in a...2021-09-151h 06Wormwood & WitchesTarot 101 with Emma GoosHave you ever wanted to learn Tarot? Maybe you've already dabbled, but want deeper understanding of the practice. Join us with our special guest Emma Goos who breaks down the structure of Tarot and how to tap into the cards and your intuition. We also unpack myths about Tarot and how to work with your own cards. Emma also provides private readings, if interested please contact her here.
Show Notes:
Biddy Tarot
Jung and Tarot
Pagan Otherworlds Deck
Universal Tarot of Marseille Deck
Rider-Waite Tarot Deck
Be...2021-09-011h 34Wormwood & WitchesI Dream of Death"To sleep, perchance to dream—ay, there's the rub, for in that sleep of death what dreams may come" - Shakespeare
Hey Mugworts!
This little snippet was just too good to pass up from out last episode. Here we discuss the peculiar phenomenon of dreaming of death and predicting it! Listen to Justin and Talle describe their creepy experiences here. Also we discuss the Sturgeon Full Moon on August 21/22, what that means, how to celebrate, and we have an awesome tarot spread lined up that is pretty wild!
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Send in a voice message: https...2021-08-1831 minWormwood & WitchesJust Blame the She-DemonSleep Paralysis! Yikes! Talle and our guest Justin discuss this creepy phenomena from personal experience. Talle and Erika also dive into the science and folklore behind this crazy brain snafu. Come learn what you see during sleep paralysis and be prepared to be afraid of the dark!
Show Notes:
Stuff You Should Know Podcast about Sleep Paralysis
New Moon on August 8 Biddy Tarot Prompts
Sleep Paralysis and Folklore by Ann M. Cox
Sleep Foundation
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2021-08-041h 07Wormwood & WitchesDream Ghosts, Aliens, & Haunted CastlesErika & Talle get their feet wet after a busy several months of real life work stuff. Listen to us gab about dead family members showing up in random places and if aliens are real. Special shout-out and a huge THANK YOU to our first listener story sent in by Heather. It was a downright chilling tale leaving us wanting more!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2021-07-211h 01Wormwood & WitchesBeltane, Sunshine, & SongHello, Mugworts! Erika and Talle are back with a quick lesson in Beltane. Come explore with us while we talk about the rich history, and delicious recipes, of this Sabbat as we reach ever closer to summer.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wormwoodandwitches/message2021-04-301h 17Wormwood & WitchesWorm Full Moon & Interview with Kitchen Witch Lizzie Markham!Mugworts!
We have a VERY special guest today to discuss all things kitchen witchery! Lizzie Markham aka Lizzie and the Bats dives into the realm of cocktails and what it means to her to be a kitchen witch. We cover a range of topics, from cocktail recipes for the Full Worm Moon all the way to Withigan Witchreat coming your way soon ; -) Also find a grounding meditation for the Full Moon/Spring Equinox.
Enjoy!
Find Lizzie on:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elizabethmarkham?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagra...2021-03-241h 32Wormwood & WitchesOstara and the New MoonHello Mugworts!
Welcome to Wormwood & Witches' official first episode! Here you will find great ideas and grounding meditations to begin your work with the New Moon or the Wiccan Sabbat, Ostara! We hope you enjoy it as we explore all things witchy and weird! We have some great episodes lined up for you so stay tuned. In the meantime, drop us a line here on Anchor, or on our Facebook page (@wormwoodandwitchespodcast), Instagram (@wormwoodandwitches) or on our Gmail at wormwoodandwitches@gmail.com!
Blessed Be!
Talle and Erika
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Send in a voice mess...2021-03-101h 19Wormwood & WitchesWelcome to Wormwood & Witches!Hey, Mugworts! Welcome to Wormwood & Witches. A podcast all about the strange & unusual. Talle & Erika invite Witches & Weirdos from all backgrounds to the conversation of the mystic & divine. Come fly with us on this journey as we explore ritural, Magick, & the peculiar. Our first episode drops March 10th. We will be delving into Ostara & the New Moon. What rituals do you do for the New Moon or Wiccan Sabbats? Please let us know on the Anchor.fm listener message board, wormwoodandwitches@gmail.com, or on FB at Wormwood & Wiches Podcast and IG at @wormwoodandwitches! Hosted by Anchor.fm, you...2021-02-2401 min