Witchy Bites: once bitten, twice witch
63 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingHanny and Liz are two witches living in the Southern Hemisphere. We look forward to sharing our journeys with you.
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Ep 40: Bells and Echidnas
November 22, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBWhelp, we're a little late this month, but we have two topics that are both near and dear to our hearts. Hanny is covering the history and magic of bells. Liz is covering echidnas, both science-y and witchy! We would love to hear how you use both of these in your practice! Bell References: https://witchcraftandwitches.com/witchcraft/terms-bell/ https://otherworldlyoracle.com/witches-bells/ https://spells8.com/witches-bells/ https://spellswiccanstore.com/witch-bell-the-essential-guide-for...
Ep 39: Salt and Skin: Interview with Eliza Henry-Jones
October 19, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MBThis month Hanny and Liz interview Australian author and flower farmer Eliza Henry-Jones. Eliza's latest book 'Salt and Skin' contains witchcraft themes that both Hanny and Liz adore. During the interview we talk to Eliza about her inspiration for the book, The Orkney Islands, themes of Salt and Skin, and the magic Eliza finds within her life. Plot: "Grief-stricken over the loss of her husband, Luda Managan and her two teenaged children try to make a home for themselves on a collection of ...
Ep 38: Hawthorn
September 21, 2022 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBLiz is flying solo this month and is talking about Hawthorn. It's about to flower here in the southern hemisphere, and you northerners are being treated with the red berries! References: https://www.greatbritishchefs.com/recipes/hawthorn-berry-recipes-foraging https://learningherbs.com/remedies-recipes/hawthorn-cordial-recipe https://chestnutherbs.com/spiced-hawthorn-pear-persimmon-brandy https://thekitchenapothecary.com/hawthorn-and-apple-fruit-leathers https://www.keeperofthekitchen....
Ep 37: Free Witchcraft
August 17, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 59 MBWith the cost of living going through the roof, Hanny and Liz explore free ways to practice the craft. You do not need to spend money to have a witchy practice. Soul Collage with Brook: Creative Roots Wellness (@creativerootswellness) • Instagram photos and videos Workshops — Creative Roots Wellness - next session 28th August 2022 [Hobart] Resources: https://otherworldlyoracle.com/free-witchcraft-practices/ https://otherworldlyoracle.com/affordable-witchcraft-cheap-tools-ingredients/ ...
Ep 36: Calendars, Seasons and how to put it all together
July 20, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 76.4 MBCalendar or not calendar? That is this question! This month we do a deep dive into calendars. What types of calendars are out there? How do we create our own calendar? Does it have to be by the sun? What's a lunisolar solar calendar? How can it impact on our practice? We cover this and so much more! Hanny's links: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Season http://www.herringisland.org/seasons.htm https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seasonal_lag https://ecosystemguild.org/the-eight-season-year-2...
Ep 35: Vinegar (4 thieves) and Winter
June 17, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBHappy Solstice witches! This month Liz is talking all things vinegar, including the 4 thieving kind. Hanny is covering the topic of Winter. Vinegar Resources: Mazza, S., Murooka, Y. (2009). Vinegars Through the Ages. In: Solieri, L., Giudici, P. (eds) Vinegars of the World. Springer, Milano. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-88-470-0866-3_2 Johnston, C. S., & Gaas, C. A. (2006). Vinegar: medicinal uses and antiglycemic effect. MedGenMed : Medscape general medicine, 8(2), 61. Alexander, C. J. (...
Ep 34: Music in Magic & Binaural Beats
May 21, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 73.7 MBWe're a bit late this month! Life has been lifing and we're lifing with it. This month it's all about Music. Hanny talks about Music in magic. Liz covers Binaural beats. Resources for Music and Magick https://otherworldlyoracle.com/music-magick/ https://qedavathegrey.tumblr.com/post/129182763268/music-in-witchcraft https://www.reddit.com/r/witchcraft/comments/u7fpql/music_and_magick/ Vincent Price album - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003URC5US/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creat...
Ep 33: Ghost stories
April 26, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 81.3 MBPeeps, It's Samhain. The veil is thinning. The ghosts are ghosting. This month we have ghost stories and other encounters. Liz has a story from 1936 where Captain X declares war on a Ghost. Hanny has a family story and an encounter she had when she was 14! An extra special thank you to Steve, Bob, June, and Jennifer for sharing their encounters. References: DECLARED WAR ON THE GHOST (1936, September 26). Saturday Evening Express (Launceston, Tas. : 1924 - 1954), p. 20. Retrieved April ...
Witches, send us your encounters - pretty please!
April 05, 2022 22:00 - 39 seconds - 487 KBHey Witches, Hanny and I are would love to do another Boooooonus episode. But for us to do that we need your help! If you have had an encounter and would be willing to have us read them on the podcast, please send them through to [email protected]. Or you can message them to us on Facebook or Instagram. Thanks witchy fam! Witch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty...
Witches, send us your encounters - pretty please!
April 05, 2022 22:00 - 39 seconds - 487 KBHey Witches, Hanny and I are would love to do another Boooooonus episode. But for us to do that we need your help! If you have had an encounter and would be willing to have us read them on the podcast, please send them through to [email protected]. Or you can message them to us on Facebook or Instagram. Thanks witchy fam! Witch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Closing song Indie Folk (King Around Here) | Royalty...
Ep 32: Researching & Evaluating Witchcraft
March 16, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBWe can't believe it's taken 32 episodes for librarian witches to talk about researching witchcraft! Better late than never I guess. This episode is more of a discussion format. We talk about different kinds of resources, how to critically think and evaluate what you're reading. Are resources good or bad? How do we know? References: Monash University: Home - Grey Literature - Subject guides at Monash University Finding and evaluating information - Library (monash.edu) Enhance your think...
Ep 31: Interview with Corregan the Crone
February 16, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBThis month Hanny and Liz interview our very own South Australian Witch 'Corregan the Crone.' Corregan has been practicing over 25 years. She's a Priestess of The Cailleach. Her passions include Art Witchery, Kitchen Witchery, Aromatherapy and Herbalism. She is the mama of 3 gorgeous cats and adores Irish Wolfhounds. Could she be any more amazing? We've also added a theme song! Finally! References mentioned in the episode: Boho Taro - YouTube Molly Roberts - YouTube Books Encyclopedia ...
Ep 30: Apples
January 19, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MBYep, your read that right. This episode is dedicated to all things apples! We cover: What apples are (scientifically). Folklore and mythology Witchcraft! Resources to boot: Wikipedia: Apple Medical medium Anthony William (book) The new healing herbs by Castleman (book) Signs and Symbols: an illustrated guide to their origins and meanings (book) Brooks, I 2015, ‘Apple mythology: folklore and seasonal traditions’, World and I, vol. 30, no. 12 [found in Gale databases] Wikipedia: Ap...
Ep. 30 | Apples
January 19, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MBYep, your read that right. This episode is dedicated to all things apples! We cover: What apples are (scientifically). Folklore and mythology Witchcraft! Resources to boot: Wikipedia: Apple Medical medium Anthony William (book) The new healing herbs by Castleman (book) Signs and Symbols: an illustrated guide to their origins and meanings (book) Brooks, I 2015, ‘Apple mythology: folklore and seasonal traditions’, World and I, vol. 30, no. 12 [found in Gale databases] Wikipedia: Ap...
Ep 29: Sea Magic
December 22, 2021 03:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBIt's December and Hanny is telling us all about the Sea Magic! She covers: what it is potential laws and regulations correspondences how to interact with sea magic Note: we have new mics and while the sound quality is better... the sound quality is better! Meaning, we picked up some interference from traffic and hand movements. We will make it better next time. We promise! References: https://eclecticwitchcraft.com/water-element-correspondences/ https://eclecticwitchcraft.com/water-...
Ep 28: Space Weather Witchcraft (including Auroras)
November 24, 2021 03:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBAfter a dazzling display of an aurora over Southern Tasmania, Liz wondered how this phenomenon fits within folklore and witchcraft. Exploring auroras lead Liz down the path of space weather witchcraft - a form of solar witchcraft. In this episode Liz covers: Liz's attempt at science behind space weather Sciencey stuff about auroras Auroras in Folklore Space weather witchcraft. Liz understands that the specifics of space weather will not interest everyone, so please skip the sciencey ...
Ep 27: House Blessings & Sustainability of Sandalwood
October 20, 2021 03:00 - 2 hours - 84.7 MBHi Everyone, This month Liz and Hanny are (eeep a week late!), but we are celebrating our 2nd anniversary! It's been two years since we started the podcast. This month Hannah goes first discussing ideas for house blessings and cleansings. Liz explores the sustainability of a popular witchy product - sandalwood. Particularly focusing on two main Australian exports. In the podcast we mention Dr Mitchell, but that's the ABC journalists' name. Please see Dr McLellan for the scientific study. ...
Episode 27 | House Blessings & Sustainability of Sandalwood
October 20, 2021 03:00 - 2 hours - 84.7 MBHi Everyone, This month Liz and Hanny are (eeep a week late!), but we are celebrating our 2nd anniversary! It's been two years since we started the podcast. This month Hannah goes first discussing ideas for house blessings and cleansings. Liz explores the sustainability of a popular witchy product - sandalwood. Particularly focusing on two main Australian exports. In the podcast we mention Dr Mitchell, but that's the ABC journalists' name. Please see Dr McLellan for the scientific study. ...
Episode 26 | Traditional Witchcraft
September 15, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBThis month Hanny is talking about Traditional Witchcraft from a book written by Kelden. The book is: The Crooked Path: An Introduction to Traditional Witchcraft by Kelden Published January 8th 2020 by Llewellyn Publications ISBN13: 9780738762036 https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51844841-the-crooked-path She talks about what Traditional Witchcraft is. How it differs from Wicca. Some tools and techniques that really spoke to Hanny! Enjoy x
Ep 26: Traditional Witchcraft
September 15, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBThis month Hanny is talking about Traditional Witchcraft from a book written by Kelden. The book is: The Crooked Path: An Introduction to Traditional Witchcraft by Kelden Published January 8th 2020 by Llewellyn Publications ISBN13: 9780738762036 https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51844841-the-crooked-path She talks about what Traditional Witchcraft is. How it differs from Wicca. Some tools and techniques that really spoke to Hanny! Enjoy x Witch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bi...
Ep 25: Wassailing
August 18, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBTurns out Hanny and Liz have no trouble taking over 3 hours about witchcraft! So we've decided to split the recording into two parts. This month has Liz's topic of Wassailing and Hanny will talk about Traditional Witchcraft in September. References Augustine, J., 2021. Huon Valley’s Mid-Winter Festival makes epic return. The Mercury Newspaper, 15 July. Burgess, G., 2019. Huon Valley Mid-Winter Festival salute to the apple lives on through pagan festival. ABC Radio Hobart, 11 July. Eat ...
Episode 25 | Wassailing
August 18, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBTurns out Hanny and Liz have no trouble taking over 3 hours about witchcraft! So we've decided to split the recording into two parts. This month has Liz's topic of Wassailing and Hanny will talk about Traditional Witchcraft in September. References Augustine, J., 2021. Huon Valley’s Mid-Winter Festival makes epic return. The Mercury Newspaper, 15 July. Burgess, G., 2019. Huon Valley Mid-Winter Festival salute to the apple lives on through pagan festival. ABC Radio Hobart, 11 July. Eat ...
Ep 24: Interview with Kathy Crabbe: soul reader, astrologer and artist
July 14, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 71 MBThis month Hanny and Liz had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Kathy Crabbe - a soul reader, astrologer and artist. Kathy lives in California and has studied with the likes of Francesca De Grandis and Susun Weed. We talk about where she started, her art work, creating decks, soul reading and ancestor work. We hope you enjoy x During the interview, Kathy shows Liz and Hanny her nude alien art work. You can see them here: https://www.kathycrabbe.com/nude-aliens Find Kathy on the interwe...
Episode 24 | Interview with Kathy Crabbe: soul reader, astrologer and artist
July 14, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 71 MBThis month Hanny and Liz had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Kathy Crabbe - a soul reader, astrologer and artist. Kathy lives in California and has studied with the likes of Francesca De Grandis and Susun Weed. We talk about where she started, her art work, creating decks, soul reading and ancestor work. We hope you enjoy x During the interview, Kathy shows Liz and Hanny her nude alien art work. You can see them here: https://www.kathycrabbe.com/nude-aliens Find Kathy on the interwe...
Episode 23 | Silver Elm and Sheoak
June 16, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MBEpisode 23 is all about plants! Hanny is up first talking about Silver Elm! Liz is talking about the Austrlaian Native 'Sheoak'. Silver Elm Resources: Blerick Tree Farm (southern Victoria) http://www.onlinetrees.com.au/p/4181903/ulmus-minor-variegata---silver-elm-tree---varigated-elm-tree-.html Elms in Australia - Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elms_in_Australia Field Elm/Silver Elm - Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ulmus_minor_%27Argenteo-Variegata%27 Leafy Place ...
Ep 23: Silver Elm and Sheoak
June 16, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MBEpisode 23 is all about plants! Hanny is up first talking about Silver Elm! Liz is talking about the Austrlaian Native 'Sheoak'. Silver Elm Resources: Blerick Tree Farm (southern Victoria) http://www.onlinetrees.com.au/p/4181903/ulmus-minor-variegata---silver-elm-tree---varigated-elm-tree-.html Elms in Australia - Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elms_in_Australia Field Elm/Silver Elm - Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ulmus_minor_%27Argenteo-Variegata%27 Leafy Place ...
Tipsy Tales #1: Irish Tales: The Queen Beneath the Hill + more
June 01, 2021 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBFor our second tipsy tale, Hanny is reading two different Irish Folktales. The first story is called: The Queen Beneath the Hill. It is about a fiddler called Ruairi who has an unexpected encounter on a hill. The second story is called 'The Piper and the Pooka of November' where a man called Liam ends up in a tricky situation with a Pooka. Both stories are from: ‘Celtic Tales of the Strange’ by Joanne Asala and illustrated by Marlene Ekman ***IMPORTANT*** If swearing and fiddling-with...
Tipsy Tales #2: Irish Tales: The Queen Beneath the Hill + more
June 01, 2021 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBFor our second tipsy tale, Hanny is reading two different Irish Folktales. The first story is called: The Queen Beneath the Hill. It is about a fiddler called Ruairi who has an unexpected encounter on a hill. The second story is called 'The Piper and the Pooka of November' where a man called Liam ends up in a tricky situation with a Pooka. Both stories are from: ‘Celtic Tales of the Strange’ by Joanne Asala and illustrated by Marlene Ekman ***IMPORTANT*** If swearing and fiddling-with...
Ep 22: Singing Bowls, Power Wish & Chestnut Herbs
May 12, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBHanny and Liz discuss things that they are currently experimenting with. Liz has obtained herself a singing bowl. Hanny talks about The Power Wish by Keiko and The Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine online [not sponsored]. References: Singing Bowl Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standing_bell) Brown, Candy Gunther. “Tibetan Singing Bowls - Los Cuencos Cantores Tibetanos.” American Religion, vol. 1, no. 2, 2020, pp. 52–73. JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/10.2979/amerreli.1.2.03. Je...
Episode 22 | Singing Bowls, Power Wish & Chestnut Herbs
May 12, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBHanny and Liz discuss things that they are currently experimenting with. Liz has obtained herself a singing bowl. Hanny talks about The Power Wish by Keiko and The Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine online [not sponsored]. References: Singing Bowl Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standing_bell) Brown, Candy Gunther. “Tibetan Singing Bowls - Los Cuencos Cantores Tibetanos.” American Religion, vol. 1, no. 2, 2020, pp. 52–73. JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/10.2979/amerreli.1.2.03. Je...
Tipsy Tales #1: The Mouse Bride
April 28, 2021 04:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBThe first of our Tipsy Tales. We have had a couple of drinks and now we're going to rephrase a folktale in terrible crass language and sidetracked discussions about the characters. We do not aim to offend, but honestly, the protagonist in this story has been called a few names... so if crass tipsy story telling is your thing, this is the episode for you! Story is from: Finland Witch Bites Socials: Facebook - Witchy Bites Podcast Instagram: Witchy Bites (@witchy.bites) Opening/Clos...
Ep 21: Centuries old practice is not learned on TikTok - discussion
April 14, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 66 MBHey Peeps, This month Hanny and Liz have an in-depth discussion about the statement that our wonderful friend Lynn made; "Centuries old practice is not learned on TikTok. Don't school others on lore you read "somewhere". Chop wood, carry water puppies. There are no shortcuts." -- Lynn Parlett. During the discussion, we cover: What is learning? How adult learners differ for children Wasps... yeah, there was an interloper or two! How annoying being schooled is... and is it okay to ...
Episode 21 | Centuries old practice is not learned on TikTok - discussion
April 14, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 66 MBHey Peeps, This month Hanny and Liz have an in-depth discussion about the statement that our wonderful friend Lynn made; "Centuries old practice is not learned on TikTok. Don't school others on lore you read "somewhere". Chop wood, carry water puppies. There are no shortcuts." -- Lynn Parlett. During the discussion, we cover: What is learning? How adult learners differ for children Wasps... yeah, there was an interloper or two! How annoying being schooled is... and is it okay to ...
Episode 020 | Autumn(al) Equinox
March 17, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 61 MBHanny's Links: Eat Well Tasmania - https://www.eatwelltas.org.au Diggers Club Planting Guides - https://www.diggers.com.au/seeds-to-sow-now/ Fall is Approaching: 6 practices that help you align with the unique energy of this season - https://www.yogiapproved.com/life/fall-season/ Autumn Equinox Rituals : 5 key things to do - https://www.trishmckinnley.com/autumn-equinox-rituals/ (This is the one I didn't get to) - Creative Rituals to Welcome Fall - https://beccapiastrelli.com/welcome-f...
Ep 20: Autumn(al) Equinox
March 17, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 61 MBHanny's Links: Eat Well Tasmania - https://www.eatwelltas.org.au Diggers Club Planting Guides - https://www.diggers.com.au/seeds-to-sow-now/ Fall is Approaching: 6 practices that help you align with the unique energy of this season - https://www.yogiapproved.com/life/fall-season/ Autumn Equinox Rituals : 5 key things to do - https://www.trishmckinnley.com/autumn-equinox-rituals/ (This is the one I didn't get to) - Creative Rituals to Welcome Fall - https://beccapiastrelli.com/welcome-f...
Ep 19: Herbalism & Forest Bathing
February 17, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBHanny is back! Back again! Hanny is back! Back! Back! Woohoo. This month Hannah discusses all things Herbalism. She covers foraging of herbs, metaphysically working with herbs, and the 30 day plant challenge by [insert name]. Liz is talking about Forest bathing. She covers what it is, the health benefits and how to do it! Herbalism References: 10 tips for beginning an herbalism practice from Moody Moons - https://www.moodymoons.com/2018/05/31/10-tips-to-get-started-in-herbalism/ So yo...
Episode 019 | Herbalism & Forest Bathing
February 17, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBHanny is back! Back again! Hanny is back! Back! Back! Woohoo. This month Hannah discusses all things Herbalism. She covers foraging of herbs, metaphysically working with herbs, and the 30 day plant challenge by [insert name]. Liz is talking about Forest bathing. She covers what it is, the health benefits and how to do it! Herbalism References: 10 tips for beginning an herbalism practice from Moody Moons - https://www.moodymoons.com/2018/05/31/10-tips-to-get-started-in-herbalism/ So yo...
Ep 18: Lammas & Lughnasadh
January 13, 2021 03:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBHi Everyone, Just Liz again for episode 18. This month Liz explores the concepts of Lammas and Lughnasa. She explores the differences between these two festivals as well as how they are similar. She also explores ways in which we can celebrate in the modern world. References: Lammas Fair, Devon https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/exeter-lammas-fair-cancelled-devon-4285091 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crom_Dubh https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tailtiu https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki...
Episode 018 | Lammas & Lughnsadh
January 13, 2021 03:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBHi Everyone, Just Liz again for episode 18. This month Liz explores the concepts of Lammas and Lughnasa. She explores the differences between these two festivals as well as how they are similar. She also explores ways in which we can celebrate in the modern world. References: Lammas Fair, Devon https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/exeter-lammas-fair-cancelled-devon-4285091 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crom_Dubh https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tailtiu https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki...
Episode 018 | Lammas & Lughnsadah
January 13, 2021 03:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBHi Everyone, Just Liz again for episode 18. This month Liz explores the concepts of Lammas and Lughnasa. She explores the differences between these two festivals as well as how they are similar. She also explores ways in which we can celebrate in the modern world. References: Lammas Fair, Devon https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/exeter-lammas-fair-cancelled-devon-4285091 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crom_Dubh https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tailtiu https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki...
Episode 017 | The Pagan Community with Jess
December 16, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBThis month Liz chats with Tasmanian Witch Jess. Jess is an advocate for the importance of a pagan community. She talks about her experiences running the Tasmanian Pagan Alliance and her involvement with the Australian Wiccan Conference. Her passion for providing meaningful ritual in large and relatively public rituals shines though in this episode. Jess also talks about her path to pagan practice. If you've ever wondered why community is important, or wanted to know what public rituals co...
Ep 17: The Pagan Community with Jess
December 16, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBThis month Liz chats with Tasmanian Witch Jess. Jess is an advocate for the importance of a pagan community. She talks about her experiences running the Tasmanian Pagan Alliance and her involvement with the Australian Wiccan Conference. Her passion for providing meaningful ritual in large and relatively public rituals shines though in this episode. Jess also talks about her path to pagan practice. If you've ever wondered why community is important, or wanted to know what public rituals co...
Ep 16: Boooo-nus episode 2
October 31, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBHi Everyone, For this booooonus episode we're telling your ghostly encounters coupled with weird tangents of brain wanderings. Hanny is still madly studying and so Arden has joined Liz on this special episode to help bring your stories alive. A big special thanks to: Bob, Wendy, Anna, Phil, Danni, Kate, Vicki, David & Lily* for submitting your stories and allowing us to share your experiences. We hope we did them justice. Also, a big special thanks to Arden for joining Liz on this crazy r...
Episode 016 | Boooo-nus episode 2
October 31, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBHi Everyone, For this booooonus episode we're telling your ghostly encounters coupled with weird tangents of brain wanderings. Hanny is still madly studying and so Arden has joined Liz on this special episode to help bring your stories alive. A big special thanks to: Bob, Wendy, Anna, Phil, Danni, Kate, Vicki, David & Lily* for submitting your stories and allowing us to share your experiences. We hope we did them justice. Also, a big special thanks to Arden for joining Liz on this crazy r...
Ep 15: Beltane
October 14, 2020 03:00 - 39 minutes - 26.8 MBHi All, This month Liz is talking all things Beltane. She discusses the original of Beltane, traditional celebrations, May Day, potential Australian celebrations and symbols and a whole lot more. How will you be spending your Beltane? References: Spheres of Light: https://spheresoflight.com.au/SOL/sabbat-dates/ Wikipedia (Beltane entry): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beltane Encyclopaedia Britannica: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Beltane Indigenous seasons https://www.researchgat...
Episode 015 | Beltane
October 14, 2020 03:00 - 39 minutes - 26.8 MBHi All, This month Liz is talking all things Beltane. She discusses the original of Beltane, traditional celebrations, May Day, potential Australian celebrations and symbols and a whole lot more. How will you be spending your Beltane? References: Spheres of Light: https://spheresoflight.com.au/SOL/sabbat-dates/ Wikipedia (Beltane entry): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beltane Encyclopaedia Britannica: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Beltane Indigenous seasons https://www.researchgat...
Episode 014 | Eucalyptus
September 16, 2020 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBThis month Liz is flying solo as Hanny is madly finishing her unexpected studies! So this episode is a shorter one! Liz discusses all things eucalyptus. There may be some extra long talk about the Science, but it provides some significant background to potential magical properties of this amazing flowering tree. Resources: https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2018-01-26/eucalyptus-trees-an-iconic-australian/9330782?nw=0 https://www.thetreeprojects.com/tasmania https://www.utas.edu.au/dic...
Episode 013 | Wattle and Brigid
August 12, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 53 MBWith the coming of spring, how could we not talk about two very pre-spring (Imbolc-y) symbols: Wattle and Brigid. Liz covers all things Acacia. Those beautiful golden circular flowers that strengthen with the sun - hands up for Fabaceae love! Hanny has been called to talk about Brigid. All version of Brigid. The Irish Goddess, the Saint, and the Maman. References: Eat Wild: Tasmanian by Rees Campbell Tasmanian Bush Food: a short guide to edible Tasmanian plants Australian Native Foo...
Episode 12 | A witchy nibble? What we're reading!
July 29, 2020 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBHere's an attempt at a nibble of an episode... well as nibble as we will get as super talkerers. We cover: Life plans: Liz's alteration to her practice Did someone get offered a job in a graveyard? Books: Ancient Egyptian Magic: A Hands-on Guide by Christina Riggs Sweat Your Prayers by Gabrielle Roth The Sophia Code: A Living Transmission from The Sophia Dragon Tribe by Kaia Ra A Modern Guide to Heathenry by Galina Krasskova Honoring the Ancestors: a basic guide by Galina Krasskova ...
Episode 011 | Chatting with Brian
July 15, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBThis month Hanny and Liz chat with Brian. Brian emigrated to Australia 18 years ago from Britain. He has spent many years playing music in Ireland and living his best life intertwined in nature. Brian is incredibly knowledgeable about many topics. In this episode Brian speaks about: His Grandmother's cottage in Ireland Playing music in Ireland New Grange and Stonehenge Bees and other creatures His Garden Environmentalism Making ink that is found in the Book of Kells. And that's ju...