Desperate House Witches
610 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★ - 68 ratingsThis show is rated R for language and subject matter.
Your host is Raina Starr (aka, "The Bitchin' Wiccan").
Conversations with amazing members of the magical community. New shows weekly. Check local listings.
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Episodes
An Hour with Diotima Mantineia
March 19, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 28.9 MBJoin author Diotima Mantineia and Raina as they catch up for the hour and discuss Diotima's latest works. For more about Diotima Mantineia, please visit: http://uraniaswell.com/about
An Hour with Author Lilith Dorsey
March 13, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBJoin author Lilith Dorsey (of the most recent book, Water Magic) and Raina, as they catch up for the hour and discuss Lilith's upcoming projects! To learn more about Lilith Dorsey, please visit: www.lilithdorsey.com
FIRST FRIDAYS - POLITICS WITH TALIESIN AND RAINA - March 5th, 2021
March 06, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBJoin Taliesin and Raina as they discuss the latest in politics. Follow Taliesin on Twitter - @taliesin_g
The 4:15 - March 4th, 2021
March 04, 2021 21:00 - 59 minutes - 53.4 MBJoin Star Bustamonte and Raina Starr as they review the news through a pagan lens. Please visit the Wild Hunt at www.wildhunt.org
Annwyn Avalon - Author of The Way of The Water Priestess
February 27, 2021 16:00 - 6 minutes - 4.72 MBThe lovely Annwyn Avalon (Author of The Way of The Water Priestess) joins me for the hour. For more information - https://www.facebook.com/pg/AvalonPriestess/photos/?tab=album&album_id=516321708537982&ref=page_internal
Author Diana Rajchel
February 27, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBJoin Raina and author of the recent Urban Magic, Diana Rajchel, as they catch up and discuss Diana's newest works. For more information. please visit: http://dianarajchel.com/
An Hour with Author Misha Magdalene
February 20, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBMisha Magdalene is the author of Outside The Charmed Circle: Exploring Gender & Sexuality In Magical Practice (Llewellyn - January 2020). They're an initiate of multiple lines of traditional witchcraft. For more information, please check out: mishamagdalene.com
Roots, Branches, and Spirits: The Folkways and Witchery of Appalachia - Ballard
February 13, 2021 00:00 - 58 minutes - 52.7 MBByron Ballard joins me to discuss her latest book: Roots, Branches, and Spirits: The Folkways and Witchery of Appalachia For more about Byron Ballard, please visit: http://www.myvillagewitch.com/
Author of "Do I Have To Wear Black?" - Mortellus
February 06, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBMortellus and I discuss her new book - Do I Have To Wear Black? Rituals, Customs & Funerary Etiquette For Modern Pagans For more information, please visit: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/acrowandthedead/ and https://covenofleaves.wixsite.com/covenofleaves
FIRST FRIDAYS - POLITICS WITH TALIESIN AND RAINA - February 5th, 2021
February 06, 2021 00:00 - 59 minutes - 53.6 MBJoin Taliesin and Raina as they discuss the latest in politics. Follow Taliesin on Twitter - @taliesin_g
The 4:15 - February 4th, 2021
February 04, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBJoin Star Bustamonte and Raina Starr for a review of the news through a pagan lens.\ Please visit The Wild Hunt at www.WildHunt.org
Ciel Luciole - The Starspun Crystal Path
January 30, 2021 19:00 - 58 minutes - 52.8 MBJoin me for a conversation with Ciel Luciole, proprietress of The Starspun Crystal Path. From the Etsy site: Welcome to the Starspun Crystal Path! Here you will find crystal bundles lovingly handpicked with intention to bring magic into your life. I choose all the crystals myself and select each one individually for their intended bundles based on how they harmonize with the other crystals. All the crystal allies in my care are well loved and handled with respect until they find their new h...
An Evening with Chris Orapello and Tara-Love Maguire
January 30, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 69 MBAuthors Chris Orapello and Tara-Love Maguire come by to hang out and catch up! For more information, please visit: https://www.infinite-beyond.com/
Author Jo Graham
January 23, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBAuthor Jo Graham joins Raina for an hour to discuss the current state of our world, politics, and writing. Jo Graham has practiced Pagan and Hermetic traditions for over 30 years, and is the cofounder of the Cult of Isis. For more of Jo's work, please visit: www.amazon.com/Jo-Graham/e/B001JSCECE
Patti Wigington - Witchcraft For Healing
January 23, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBJoin Patti and Raina to discuss Patti's new book: Witchcraft For Healing: Radical Self-Care For Your Mind, Body, and Spirit. For more information, please check out: https://www.pattiwigington.com/
The Enchanting Sorita d'Este!
January 16, 2021 20:00 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MBFrom the author's page: Sorita d’Este has been experimenting with ways of walking on the liminal since she was a child, exploring along the way many pathways of experiencing magic, mysticism and religion. Her own personal practice integrates aspects of Hellenic (Greek), Egyptian and Hermetic practices with a lived Orphic inspired philosophy, and experience gained in Initiatory Craft, traditions preserved in Italian, French and British grimoires and other contemporary esoteric teachings of th...
Author, Speaker, Mistress of Teas - Amy Blackthorn
January 16, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBJoin me and the amazing Amy Blackthorn as we spend some time talking about life, the universe and everything! For more, please visit: blackthornsbotanicals.com
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2021 - POLITICS WITH TALIESIN AND RAINA
January 09, 2021 17:00 - 59 minutes - 53.7 MBWe hope the new year brings new politics. Join Taliesin and Raina for the discussion! Follow Taliesin Govannon - @taliesin_g on Twitter
The Revolutionary Witch with Kelly Dawn
January 09, 2021 00:00 - 55 minutes - 49.5 MBKelly Dawn is an Intuitive Coach and Mentor for leaders, creatives, and visionaries who want to awaken and activate their inner witch energy so they can reach their next level in life and business.
The 4:15 - January 7th, 2021
January 07, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBJoin Star Bustamonte and Raina Starr for a look at the news through a pagan lens. Please visit The Wild Hunt at www.WildHunt.org
Author Judika Illes!
December 23, 2020 21:30 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBAuthor Judika Illes joins me for the hour to catch up on what she's been doing during the Covid-19 pandemic. To learn more about Judika Illes, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorJudikaIlles
The Wonderful Ivo Dominguez, Jr.
December 19, 2020 00:00 - 59 minutes - 53.7 MBI get to spend an hour with this amazing pagan luminary. For more information, please visit https://www.ivodominguezjr.com/ From his site: Ivo Domínguez, Jr. is a visionary, and a practitioner of a variety of esoteric disciplines. He has been active in Wicca and the Pagan community since 1978, has been teaching since 1982. Ivo was a founding member, and a past High Priest, of Keepers of the Holly Chalice, the first coven of the Assembly of the Sacred Wheel a Wiccan Tradition. He currently ...
The Incredible Christopher Penczak!
December 12, 2020 18:00 - 58 minutes - 53 MBChristopher Penczak and I catch up for the hour! Christoper Penczak is an author, teacher, and healing practitioner. Rooted firmly in the traditions of modern Witchcraft, he draws from the timeless wisdom of many cultures in the creation of new techniques and traditions. For more about this incredible member of the pagan community, please visit his website: https://christopherpenczak.com/
The Mistress of Utterly Wickedness - Dorothy Morrison! - December 11th 2020
December 12, 2020 00:00 - 59 minutes - 53.3 MBJoin Dorothy Morrison and Raina as they catch up, and Dorothy lets us know what she has planned for her shop, Wicked Witch Studios at www.wickedwitchstudios.com!
Thorn Mooney Returns!
December 06, 2020 17:30 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBAuthor of Traditional Wicca: A Seeker's Guide, Thorn Mooney joins me to discuss whatever she wants! For more about this wonderful author, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/thorn.mooney/ http://www.thornthewitch.com/ You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPX1hub6z9z_nMsWGoZk1Bw
Mat Auryn Returns! December 5th, 2020
December 05, 2020 20:00 - 59 minutes - 53.4 MBJoin Mat Auryn and Raina Starr for an hour of fun and catching up! For more about Mat Auryn, please visit: http://matauryn.com/
FIRST FRIDAYS - POLITICS WITH TALIESIN AND RAINA - December 4th, 2020
December 05, 2020 00:00 - 58 minutes - 53.1 MBJoin Taliesin Govannon and Raina Starr for their monthly political review! You can follow Taliesin at @taliesin_g on Twitter!
The 4:15 - December 3rd, 2020
December 03, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBJoin Star Bustamonte and Raina Starr for news through a pagan lens. Please check out the Wild Hunt at: www.wildhunt.org
WitchCraft Cocktails - Julia Halina Hadas
November 29, 2020 18:00 - 59 minutes - 53.3 MBMy first visit with Julia Halina Hadas to discuss her book: WitchCraft Cocktails: 70 Seasonal Drinks Infused with Magic & Ritual For more information, please visit: https://witchcraftcocktails.com/
The Ultimate James Bond Fan Book - Deborah Lipp
November 29, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBJoin me and Author Deborah Lipp to discuss the updated, re-release of her book, The Ultimate James Bond Fan Book! Deborah Lipp is a Wiccan High Priestess of the Gardnerian Tradition and an American author. For more about Deborah Lipp, please visit: https://www.deborahlipp.com/
Tarot Reader * Author * Headmistress * Witch *Ethony Dawn!
November 21, 2020 18:00 - 7 minutes - 5.78 MBEthony Dawn is a Tarot Reader, Author, Headmistress of The Tarot Readers Academy, and a Witch Please join us as we discuss her book, Your Tarot Court: Read Any Deck With Confidence! To learn more, please visit: ethony.com tarotreadersacademy.com
Jason Mankey, Author - Llewellyn's Little Book Of Yule
November 21, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBAuthor and speaker, Jason Mankey stop by to discuss his newest offering, Llewellyn's Little Book of Yule. This book shares everything you need to make your Yuletide memorable and enchanting. From wassail blessings to the spirits of the solstice, this book delves into the lore of familiar traditions as well as observances that may be brand new to you, making it an invaluable resource for bringing meaning and magic to your holiday season. For more on Jason Mankey, please visit his website: ht...
THE MODERN MYSTIC - RITUAL GUIDEBOOK & SPELL-CASTING KIT- KELLEY KNIGHT
November 19, 2020 21:30 - 1 hour - 58 MBOwner of Modern Mystic Shop in Atlanta, GA., Kelley Knight, joins me to discuss the newest offering from her exquisite shop - THE MODERN MYSTIC - RITUAL GUIDEBOOK & SPELL-CASTING KIT For more on Modern Mystic Shop: https://modernmysticshop.com/
Artist/Author Mickie Mueller
November 14, 2020 18:00 - 55 minutes - 50.2 MBArtist and Author, Mickie Mueller joins us to talk about art and life. To learn more, please visit: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MickieMuellerStudio?fbclid=IwAR2mPWZoJpTU56H3iCwkbI6zS67C_JorLGzu40rZBHltR9q9_FQwHdeGMc8 https://www.etsy.com/shop/mysticalcatstarot?fbclid=IwAR2qsBunx6HQ43PE9jS6xGLq_T0HLUWF89k4F1YFl50bICsm-fbgF4DibPU
Devin Hunter - Modern Witch
November 14, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 73.5 MBDevin Hunter (author of Modern Witch) comes back to visit. For more about Devin Hunter, please visit: http://devinhunter.net/
Existential Kink: Unmask Your Shadow and Embrace Your Power - Carolyn Elliott
November 12, 2020 21:30 - 54 minutes - 49.3 MBBest Selling Author, Carolyn Elliott, PhD, started WITCH magazine to give voice to the subtle witching in the world that's not confined to tradition and convention. Her 7-figure online business helps people achieve dramatic positive change in their lives through shadow integration practices and applied occult philosophy. She teaches courses including INFLUENCE about mastering practical magic, and MONEY about using magic to attract wealth. WITCH Magazine - https://badwitch.es/ Website - h...
Courtney Weber (The Coco Witch) - Do we still have a country?
November 07, 2020 18:00 - 56 minutes - 50.8 MBJoin us for what should prove to be an interesting show to discuss where we go from here. For more about author Courtney Weber, please visit: http://courtneyaweber.com/
FIRST FRIDAYS - POLITICS WITH TALIESIN AND RAINA
November 07, 2020 00:00 - 57 minutes - 51.4 MBok, it's after the election. now what?
415 CONTINUED ELECTION SPECIAL
November 05, 2020 22:00 - 30 minutes - 26.8 MB415 CONTINUED ELECTION SPECIAL
The 4:15 - November 5th, 2020
November 05, 2020 21:00 - 31 minutes - 28.1 MBIn cooperation between The Wild Hunt and Desperate House Witches, join Star Bustamonte and Raina Starr for the November 2020 edition of their monthly news hour, forcused on Pagan News and Politics! For more about The Wild Hunt, please visit: https://wildhunt.org/ For more about Desperate House Witches, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/DesperateHouseWitches/
Author Jo Graham - The Great Wheel - Winter
November 03, 2020 21:00 - 59 minutes - 53.3 MBJo Graham comes back for a special hour to talk politics and discuss her follow up book to The Great Wheel: The Great Wheel WINTER - Rituals To Thrive In The Dark Cycle Of The Saeculum. Jo Graham has practiced Pagan and Hermetic traditions for over 30 years, and is the cofounder of the Cult of Isis. For more of Jo's work, please visit: https://www.amazon.com/Jo-Graham/e/B001JSCECE
Author Michael Herkes talks about Samhain & Blue Moon Glamour
October 31, 2020 17:00 - 59 minutes - 53.8 MBJoin us as we welcome back author Michael Herkes to discuss Samhain & Blue Moon Glamour, plus his newest book: The Complete Book of Moon Spells - Rituals, Practices, and Potions for ABUNDANCE To learn more, please visit: theglamwitch.com
Author of The Magick of Food - Gwion Raven Returns for a Samhain Feast!
October 30, 2020 23:00 - 59 minutes - 53.5 MBJoin us as we welcome back Gwion Raven, author of The Magick of Food, to discuss great foods for a Samhain feast, and to discuss the upcoming book - Life Ritualized: A Witch's Guide to Honoring Life's Important Moments To learn more, please visit: https://www.gwionraven.com/
TRASHY TALKING WITH DR. BURRIS
October 23, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBJoin me and Dr. Debra Burris for some birthday laughs and a little bit of talking trash.
Amy Blackthorn - Blackthorn's Botanical Brews
October 17, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBAmy Blacthorn, Author, Creator of Teas, and all-around wonderful person, joins us to discuss her newest book!: Blackthorn's Botanical Brews To learn more, please visit the following sites: AmyBlackthorn.com https://blackthornhoodooblends.com/pages/teaching
Lady Thalestris - High Priestess/Founder Of The Temple Of Hecate Returns!
October 16, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBJoin us for another visit from Lady Thalestris - High Priestess/Founder Of The Temple Of Hecate! Repost from Witches of New York/Ieva Sireikyte: Portrait of the Witch//C. Laurie Bizzarro, M.A., J.D. aka Lady Thalestris is a Daughter of Hecate. She is the High Priestess and Founder of The Temple of Hecate, Inc. and the acting High Priestess of The New York Coven of Witches. She began practicing Wicca in 2003. She trained with Wiccans of the Crossroads and was initiated in the Crossroads tradi...
Lilith Dorsey - Water Magic
October 10, 2020 19:00 - 57 minutes - 51.7 MBJoin is for another visit from the wonderful Lilith Dorsey as we discuss their newest book, Water Magic To learn more about this incredible author, please visit: https://lilithdorsey.com
Lon Milo Duquette Returns!
October 09, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBOrator, Singer, Songwriter, Author, Lon Milo Duquette joins us for a conversation on his recent book, "Allow Me To Introduce: An Insider's Guide to the Occult". To find out more about Lon Milo DuQuette, please check out the Lon Milo DuQuette Fan Page on Facebook.
Badass Ancestors with Patti Wigington
October 03, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBAuthor Patti Wigington is back to discuss her latest release, Badass Ancestors. Find out more about this great author at: www.pattiwigington.com
First Fridays with Taliesin and Raina
October 02, 2020 23:00 - 57 minutes - 51.9 MBWe are getting down to the wire. Join us for a discussion on all the possible outcomes!