Hex Rated
133 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsWelcome to Hex Rated, a weekly podcast where a few witches will take you on a hilarious journey through their unique flavor of witchcraft, feminism, and activism through magic. Check us out at hexratedpodcast.com, @hexratedwitches on Instagram, and facebook.com/we3witches.
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Episodes
Hex Rated Mini-Episode #4 - Blackbird's Santa Muerte Shrine
April 13, 2019 00:00 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MBIn this mini-episode, Blackbird talks about how recently she has felt compelled to start working with and dedicate a shrine in her home to Santa Muerte, and how she went about doing just that. Plus, some takin' care of bizness up front.
Hex Rated Special Pantheacon Edition Part III
March 08, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 84.2 MBJaye, Scarlet and Blackbird discuss the last rituals they take part in at Pantheacon in San Jose that involve the cosmos, Santa Muerte, and ancestral justice. All three witches have profound experiences on the last night they are at the Con. The ladies also discuss some of the vendors and the magical items and books that they procured.
Hex Rated Special Pantheacon Edition Part II
March 06, 2019 00:00 - 30 seconds - 93.6 MBThe witches go over the activities of day 2 and part of day 3 of the con. More singing, sharing feelings, and lots of great info on these days!
Hex Rated Special Pantheacon Edition - Part I
March 04, 2019 00:00 - 52 minutes - 71.7 MBJoin Jaye, Blackbird and Scarlet as they recap the Pantheacon convention in San Jose, CA. Day 1 includes a visit to the Redwoods, some pretty rad justice rituals, and singing. A fair amount of singing.
Episode 26 - Signs of the Witch
February 25, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 89.3 MBIn Episode 26, all four witches are back together again to discuss important signs, sigils, artifacts, identifiers, etc that are essential to each witch and how each sees herself and the others.
Hex Rated Episode 25 - Scarlet and Blackbird Get Introspective
January 08, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 96.4 MBOne this episode, Scarlet and Blackbird examine some truths about themselves and the very nature of examining truths of self at all - and how that can be part of a witch's role and sometimes a place from where she might derive power. Also, letting go of stuff and man-yoga.
Hex Rated Episode 23 - See You Next Tuesday, Witches!
November 04, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBIn this episode, ALL the witches are on deck and together again (even if one is long distance!) for talking about politics, getting out the vote, latest supression tactics and how to get ready to go to the polls on Tuesday, November 6th! Lily, Scarlet, Jaye and Blackbird also discuss what they all did for Samhain, Blackbird drones on incessantly about California, and all four witches are super into Beto O'Rourke for the win.
Hex Rated Mini-Episode #3 - Blackbird's Story
October 06, 2018 00:00 - 29 minutes - 41 MBJoin Blackbird for a story, a rant, some anger, and some action. It's ok to be discouraged today. Our work is just beginning.
Hex Rated Episode 22 - How Do You Witch?
August 24, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBIn this episode, Jaye, Scarlet and Blackbird Q&A each other about how they each actually practice witchcraft, what rituals they do (or don't do,) what kind of "system" each witch has for crafting their own special brand of magic, how just being a semi-functional adult in the world is difficult, and the importance of Tex-Mex cuisine. Hot take, IT'S IMPORTANT.
Hex Rated Episode 21 - Divination: Sorta Like Therapy
July 27, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 99.5 MBIn this episode, Scarlet, Jaye, and Blackbird discuss the similarities between therapy and divination, and how divination can be used as a tool of introspection much like talking to a therapist. Guacomole love is discussed right up front. Disclaimer: We at Hex Rated take mental health very seriously, and while we see the similarities of techniques, we in no way are recommending supplanting visiting a licenced therapist with divination. Divination tools can be used to augment see...
Hex Rated Episode 20 - Southeast Asia Woo-Woo
June 18, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 111 MBIn this episode, Scarlet and Blackbird discuss with Jaye at length their trip to the Indochinese Peninsula and their most magical moments while there. Don't get an earworm before a 22-hour flight, eat lots of roti, and other life lessons are imparted.
Hex Rated Episode 19 - Death Is What Happens
April 13, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 124 MBIn this episode, Lily rejoins Scarlet, Jaye, and Blackbird to discuss the four witches' thoughts on death, and what their relationship with death has meant in each of their practices. Listener email, Ostara, and Lily's perfect baby body are also topics of discussion.
Hex Rated Mini-Episode #2 - Lily's Birth Story
April 05, 2018 00:00 - 57 minutes - 25.1 MBIn this episode of Hex Rated count how many times Lily says the word "intense" to describe childbirth! Or don't, because that's all you'd be doing the whole episode. Though seriously, childbirth IS intense! Listen to Lily discuss her birth story in this min-episode of Hex Rated.
Hex Rated Episode 18 - Which Witches Are We, Revisited!
March 05, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 120 MBIn this episode, Scarlet, Jaye and Blackbird discuss what has changed for them in defining and growing their practices over the last two years. Also, fun facts about Beluga whales, a killer mac and chee recipe, and listener email are all part of the witches' discussion.
Hex Rated Episode 17 - 2017 Year in Review
January 30, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBIn this episode, Scarlet, Jaye, and Blackbird discuss 2017 - what was great and what was not so great, and discuss some divination methods they all used for the impending birth of Lily's twins. This episode goes long and covers a great deal...settle in and grab a cup of tea!
Hex Rated Mini-Episode #1 - WWWD (What Would Witches Do?)
December 29, 2017 00:00 - 14 minutes - 19.5 MBIn this first mini-episode of Hex Rated, the four witches answer a listener mail question of what they would bring to a witch-mergency. They also take time to clarify their stance on why white people do, in fact, need to get over themselves in many cases.
Hex Rated Episode 16 - Sound and Movement in Rituals
November 11, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 101 MBIn this episode, Lily, Jaye, Scarlet and Blackbird discuss their Mabon ritual in which they got out of their brains, didn't write as much, and instead used sound and movement as primary elements of the ritual - how they put it together and how it went. Various witchy shops the four witches love also get a shout-out!
Hex Rated Halloween - Bonus Episode
October 27, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 98.7 MBYour four favorite witches discuss their favorite movies, costumes, rituals, and traditions during The Most Wonderful Time of the Year. Enjoy!
Hex Rated Episode 15 - Woke Witches: Reproductive Rights, Part III
October 12, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 128 MBIn the third and final episode in a series on reproductive rights and women's health, the four witches discuss the latest efforts against the birth control pill by the Trump Administration, maternity leave, cool DIY groups, and menstruation. Listen for a special announcement at the end of the episode!
Hex Rated Episode 14 - Woke Witches: Reproductive Rights, Part II
September 11, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 106 MBIn this episode, Scarlet, Lily, Jaye, and Blackbird discuss the ever-growing maternal mortality rate in Texas, the resurgence in the practice of midwifery, and how witches can stay active and aware of community needs. Part II in a special series.
Hex Rated Episode 13 - Woke Witches: Reproductive Rights, Part 1
August 10, 2017 00:00 - 55 minutes - 75.8 MBIn this episode, Lily, Scarlet, Blackbird and Jaye begin a series on women's reproductive rights and discuss how living in the Lone Star State has formed their opinions and research. This will be a multi-part series.
Hex Rated Episode #12 - Hexing, Cursing, and Banishing: Anger is Your Power
July 10, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 113 MBIn this episode of Hex Rated, the four witches discuss some of the rituals they have performed for hexing, some of the magical items they use, and techniques that have been successful for them. Witch bottles, voodoo dolls, baneful herbs, and other topics are all explored.
Hex Rated Episode #11 - Magical Protection and Self-Care: You Just Gotta
June 12, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBIn this episode, Lily, Scarlet, Jaye and Blackbird discuss warding for the home and on the go, magical protection, self-care routines and the importance of taking care of yourself - especially if you are taking some steps toward more activism as discussed in our previous social justice episodes.
Hex Rated Episode #10 - Social Justice Part II: Witchcraft and Activism
May 10, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 113 MBIn this episode of Hex Rated, the four witches continue their discussion on social justice and how activism and being a witch intersect.
Hex Rated Episode #9 - A Ritual of Vengeance and Justice
March 07, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBIn this episode of Hex Rated, we welcome a permanent addition to our group, Jaye! We also walk through our Ritual of Vengeance and Justice, and begin the conversation regarding why we all feel the need for witch activism.
Hex Rated Episode #8 - Ancestors and Spirits
May 09, 2016 00:00 - 54 minutes - 75 MBIn this episode of Hex Rated we three try out a new podcast format that consists of three mini segments and our main topic. Our three new segments are Suit Yourself with Scarlet, Throwing Stones with Lily, and Cookin' Up a Storm with Blackbird where we discuss tarot, runes, and kitchen witchery respectively. Our main topic this episode is ancestors and spirit guides we work with in our practice.
Hex Rated Episode #7- Which Witches Are We?
March 31, 2016 21:34 - 1 hour - 84.9 MBIn this episode of Hex Rated Lily, Scarlet, and Blackbird were inspired to discuss their own individual beliefs and practices when their favorite witch-crush, Sarah Anne Lawless, was removed as key-note speaker for Many Gods West based on her beliefs. Also mentioned in this episode is Magnolia Moon and Co., an awesome DFW witchy store that everyone needs to check out!
Hex Rated Episode #6 - Homegrown Herbalism
January 07, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 121 MBIn this episode of Hex Rated your three favorite bad ass witches talk about their go-to herbs and plants as well as their journey to craft a practice in tune with the Texas flora.
Hex Rated Episode #5 - Rituals and Rites
November 24, 2015 00:00 - 1 hour - 93.5 MBIn this episode of Hex Rated Scarlet, Blackbird, and Lily explain how they developed their formula for rituals and rites as well walk you through their upcoming Yule 2015 ritual. To view the Yule 2015 outline and our Basic Ritual Outline check out our blog! www.ladiablerie.com/blog
Hex Rated Episode #4 - You Gotta Wight for Your Right to Party
November 05, 2015 23:25 - 1 hour - 96.2 MBIn this episode of Hex Rated the three bitchiest witches you've ever met discuss what it's like being a liberal witch living deep in enemy territory.
Hex Rated Episode #3 - Sacred Spaces
October 20, 2015 00:00 - 1 hour - 115 MBIn this episode of Hex Rated Scarlet, Blackbird, and Lily will discuss circle casting, sacred spaces, and trees that make you feel special. Yes, trees.
Hex Rated Episode #2- Beyond the Veil
September 30, 2015 17:57 - 1 hour - 89.5 MBOr also called Journeying: Don't Stop Believing. In this episode of Hex Rated Scarlet, Blackbird and Lily will discuss shamanic journeying techniques and personal experiences as well as how shamanic journeying or hedge-riding is used in their practice.
Hex Rated Episode #1 - We Three Witches
September 17, 2015 17:53 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBWelcome to Hex Rated, a magical, mystical podcast where we three witches will take you on a hilarious journey through our own little version of witchcraft. On this episode we'll introduce the crazy and wild internet to us three equally crazy and wild witches- Scarlet, Blackbird, and Lily- as well as go over our own adaptation of bone throwing we call Magpie Lot Casting.