Working with the Spirit
108 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsThis show is devoted to promoting African American spiritual practices as done in the southern US. Its based on working with the Holy Bible.
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Is Hoodoo a Religion? Pre-Recorded Live Stream Rebroadcast
November 27, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBIs hoodoo a religion? Here I share my thoughts on the matter. A lot of other african traditions have been labeled a relgion but hoodoo, being labeled a "Practice", seems to get changed a remixed according to who is practicing it.
Working with The Spirit: Episode 3-Beginners in Hoodoo
November 20, 2023 00:00 - 59 minutes - 27 MBIn this show I give a talk on some of the things that beginners in hoodoo get caught up on and give some tips on how to avoid them. Phone lines will be open!
Working with The Spirit Episode 2: Do I have a Cryptid living near me?
November 13, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 27.1 MBIn this episode I give some information abotu the odd goings on near my home.
Working with The Spirit Episode 1: Where I've been all these years
October 29, 2023 23:00 - 51 minutes - 22.9 MBToday I'm going to dive into where I've been all these years away from blogtalk. For real hoodoo items: www.trueconjure.com Text Line: (404) 850-1024
Working with The Spirit-The Dangers of getting readings plus Open Phones
July 09, 2023 23:00 - 55 minutes - 25 MBLet's talk about some of the potential dangers of getting readings done. As always this comes from a Traditional Hoodoo perspective.
Working with The Spirit
December 11, 2018 02:30 - 1 hour - 67.8 MBThis is the long awaited re-launch of Working with the Spirit with my surprise guest hosts. Let's get back into Hoodoo and African American folk spirituality. The phone lines WILL be open the entire show. Let's get it!
WWTS presents: Spiritual Community Headaches, Hassles, and Horse Sh*t!
December 15, 2016 01:00 - 2 hours - 132 MBJoin us on the porch at 8pm EST as we for once dish out a little "Tea" within the Spiritual Community. But instead of doing it to tear down, we're doing it to expose some flaws and help you all stay informed. We're doing it as a way of pushing back against the con artists and to lead you to some real workers. We'll also be giving out some work to help bring money to you this Holiday Season. We're looking forward to seeing y'all on the porch!
Working with the Spirit presents: Old school remedies and Ramblings
November 30, 2016 01:00 - 2 hours - 130 MBHey y'all! Join us tonight on the porch as we discuss old school folk remedies. Remember those things your grandmama told you would cure an ailment? Well I do, and we'll be discussing them. Also, Mambo Sandy has said that she might be dropping in during the second hour to get a few things off of her chest. You know that's bound to be a barn stormer! Tune in tonight at 8pm EST! See y'all on the porch!
Working with the Spirit presents: Post Election thoughts and Hoodoo 101
November 16, 2016 01:00 - 2 hours - 114 MBJoin us tonight at 8pm EST as we return to talk about post election woes and we talk about some work you can do to keep your head above water during these uncertain times. Also, lets talk about getting started in this tradition. Y'all know we have these shows from time to time to get you started the RIGHT way. So come pull up a chair, and lets sit down and get our minds off of things. See y'all on the porch!
Working with the Spirit presents: The Day of the Dead and Cuffing Oil giveaway!
November 02, 2016 00:00 - 2 hours - 111 MBJoin us as we talk about the Day of the Dead, its history, customs, and traditions! We'll talk about ancestors, practices, and of course we'll have some work to give out. Also, we'll be giving away a bottle of Papa Lou's very own Cuffing Season oil. Tune in at our regular time. 8pm EST! Can't wait to see you on the porch!
Working wih the Spirit presents: Mental Alchemy and the Mindframe of SUCCESS!
October 26, 2016 00:00 - 2 hours - 112 MBTune in tonight at 8pm EST to join us here on the porch for a talk about Mental Alchemy and the attitude needed for success. We're going to talk about all the mental pitfalls that might be stopping you from achieving your magical goals. How many times have you tried the spells in a book or on a website and not gotten the results that you want? What about life in general? How many times have you been the car stuck in the mud? Spinning your wheels and getting nowhere. We'll talk about the...
Working with the Spirit presents: Ladies' Night!
October 19, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 97.4 MBJoin Ms. Angelique Luna and Lady A as they have a Ladies' Night edition of Working with the Spirit! They'll be covering all KINDS of topics including addressing the topic of Spirituality Freebies. Papa is away tonight but MIGHT make a surprise pop up. Either way, this is going to be a GREAT show! See y'all on the porch tonight at 8pm EST.
Working with the Spirit presents: Divination and Readings with Emilie Moe!
October 05, 2016 00:00 - 2 hours - 113 MBJoin us on the porch at 8 pm EST on 10/4/16 as we welcome back to the porch Ms. Emilie Moe. Emilie is a professional Tarot reader and the proprietor of www.emiliemoe.com. She has several years under her belt as a reader and advisor and has helped many with a turn of the cards. She has graced us with her presense several times and we've always managed to almost burn down the porch each and every visit. We'll be talking about divination and its many forms. We'll share our varied beliefs on...
WWTS Presents: Spiritual Smoke and Mirrors with Mambo Sandy part 2
September 28, 2016 00:00 - 2 hours - 112 MBJoin us tonight at 8pm EST as we continue our discussion on how to recognize the many types of smoke and mirror tactics utilized within the spiritual community. Being forewarned is being fore-ARMED. Learn how to spot the fakes and phonies trying to separate you from your hard earned cash, and your precious time. We'll be having a lively discussion as usual and will be talking about products, product companies, websites, and the dreaded "G" word....Godparents. We can't wait to see you on t...
WWTS Presents: Breaking "Kayfabe"-Behind the Smoke and Mirrors of Spirituality
September 21, 2016 00:00 - 2 hours - 112 MBJoin Ms. Angeliqu Luna and myself as we bring on a special guest to talk about the phenomenon known as "Kayfabe" and how it relates to the spiritual community. Kayfabe is a professional wrestling used to describe a situation that is completely false but is portrayed as real. Unfortunately, this is something that goes on in the spiritual community as well as many spiritual businesses. We'll discuss the many things that go on on the inside of these places and help you to make informed decisio...
Working with the Spirit presents: Pumpkin Spiced Hoodoo! Pre-Holiday magic!
September 15, 2016 00:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBJoin Ms. Angelique Luna and I as we talk about all the pre-holiday work that can be done to get ready for the upcoming holiday season. We'll talk about topics from wrapping up that Cuffing Season love to turning away the "no-ways". We'll cover what to do when things go bump in the night and you need to send them away quickly around Halloween, and we'll cover money magic to bring in the bucks you need for that Christmas present you just have to buy. Tune in on Wednesday at 8pm EST. See y'a...
Working with the Spirit presents: Everything but the kitchen sink!
September 07, 2016 00:00 - 2 hours - 112 MBJoin us tonight at 8pm EST as we talk about darned near everything but the spiritual kitchen sink. We might even throw that in there! We'll finish up our talk on love and relationships, we'll talk about current affairs, we'll venture into a little prosperity, and don't think I forgot that weight loss spell. It'll be a fun time on the porch, as always. See y'all there!
Working with the Spirit presents: Love, Relationships, and Spirituality!
August 31, 2016 00:00 - 2 hours - 111 MBJoin our new co-host Angelique Luna and I as we talk about love and relationships among those of us in the spiritual community. We'll ask and answer the questions on whether we have to pick someone within our own chosen spiritual path or whether we can make a mixed spirituality relationship work. We'll be taking calls, taking prayer requests, and maybe even winging a reading or two. You'll have to tune in and join us on the porch to find out! See ya'll tomorrow at 8pm EST!
Working with the Spirit presents: The Rebirth! We're Baaaaaack!
March 03, 2016 01:00 - 2 hours - 120 MBTune in Wednesday March 2nd at 8pm EST as Lady A and I make our long awaited return to the airwaves! Y'all, this was a much needed break but we are back! Tune in for vintage WWTS. We'll be talking Hoodoo, we'll be talking Witchiness, we'll be talking about what we did on the break and all the things we have in store for the show. We might even do a reading or two with a guest or two (or 3 or 4 ;-) ). This is definitely a show you won't want to miss! See you on the porch!
Working with the Spirit with Special Guest Emilie Moe
December 05, 2015 01:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBJoin us tonight 12/04/2015 at 8pm EST as we take a second look at Ancestors, Negative Ancestors! Most folks talk about our dearly beloved Ancestors. Yet do negative ones exist? If so how does one go about dealing with them, could they possible be holding us back? Can they be binded or remove their influences. These are some of the questions we are going to be taking on tonight. And joining us in the second half of the show will be the lovely Emilie Moe, who will be helping answers thoughts on...
Working with the Spirit presents: Generational Curses!
November 21, 2015 01:00 - 2 hours - 138 MBJoin Amorea and I tonight at 8pm EST as we talk about Generational Curses. We hear about them, talk about them, but what are they? How are they started? How are they diagnosed? What causes them? And most importantly, how do we rid ourselves and our families of them? We'll be on the porch and we're sure this'll be a show you don't want to miss! See you on the porch at 8pm EST! (646) 564-9782
Working with the Spirit presents: Hoodoo dating, mishaps, and listener requests!
November 07, 2015 01:00 - 2 hours - 111 MBJoin Lady A and I as we discuss not only Hoodoo dating, but dating issues within spiritual communities. We'll talk about the good, the bad, and the VERY ugly. We'll also be taking your requests and giving out work to help you get past life's hurdles. See you tonight at 8pm EST!
Working with the Spirit presents: Listener request and random conjuration
October 24, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 111 MBJoin Lady A and I tonight as we answer your questions, share some stories, and pray the hurricane away from our own Lady A as she stares into the storm. We'll be playing some tunes and having a good old fashioned porch side chat. See you tonight at 8pm EST. (646) 564-9782
Working with the Spirit presents: Readings on the Porch with Wen!
October 10, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 151 MBTune in tonight at 8pm EST as Lady A and I, along with special guest Wen, do LIVE on-air readings! We'll be pulling cards, peeling back the veil, and seeing what the cards and spirits have in store for you. Y'all know Wen as "Readings by Wen" from our chat room. She's a wonderful reader and is sure to add a little spice to our usual shenanegans. We'll see you on the porch!
Working with the Spirit Presents: Spotlight Interview with Emmie Moon!
September 26, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 163 MBWE'RE BACK!!! Join us on 09-25-15 at 8pm EST, as Lady A and I welcome you to a much awaited show with a VERY special reader, the lovely Emmy Moon. She began reading tarot cards at a very early age. At 11 years old, she began cultivating what would become a higher calling to be a reader and to help others. This wasn’t exactly an easy task. Initially, there was a split of views on her gift. Some members of the family embraced it as others rejected it. It took a lot of personal strength to overc...
Working with the Spirit presents: Readings on the Front Porch
September 12, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 137 MBJoin Lady A and I this Friday at 8pm for our first live readings show in a LONG time. The secrets are OUT! Joining us will be author and reader Sancista Brujo Luis and the wonderful and talented reader Fiona Benjamin! Tune in, call in, and get your spiritual reading live on the air. We'll also be taking questions via the text line and from the chat room. See y'all on the front porch! (646) 564-9782
Working with the Spirit Presents: Bone Casting for Beginners with Andrea Weston
September 05, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 135 MBWelcome to a much requested show. Several of our wonderful listeners have expressed interest in bones. And y'all know I have been VERY interested in bone readings, yet for some it can be very complex. Join myself and Lady A in welcoming a very special guest, the lovely Ms. Andrea Weston. She will be sharing her insight on how to get started and the history of bones readings. Bone readings(not reading with the dominos) are a more open and detailed style of reading, not just a yes/no style. T...
Working with the Spirit presents: Triflin' Tuesday-Cleansing and Building
September 02, 2015 01:00 - 1 hour - 59 MBJoin Amorea and me on the front porch tonight as we talk about cleansing. We'll be going in depth and talking about spiritual cleansing as a means of not just clearing away negativity or crossed conditions, but as a way of building a strong spiritual foundation for manifesting positive change in your life. We'll be on for an hour so be ready for a fast and furious ride. See y'all tonight at 9pm EST!
Working with the Spirit: Kitchen Witchin 101
August 29, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 123 MBJoin us tonight at 8:00pm est me and Lady A, as we guide you into works of Kitchen Witchin at it best.
Working with the Spirit presents: Listener requests and random bits of magic
August 15, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 128 MBJoin Lady A and I as we field your questions on conjure and help you to get the very BEST out of your hoodoo works. We'll be live and on air taking your calls and chatroom questions. See you at 8pm EST!
Working with the Spirit presents: Trifling Tuesday-Am I crossed or just a dufus?
August 05, 2015 01:00 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBTune in tonight at 9pm EST as we have a talk about the signs that one is really crossed up. Sometimes we think we're crossed or being "worked on" when in reality we just made a dumb choice and are reaping the consequences. If you're crossed, we'll also be going over ways to get uncrossed QUICK. So tune in for tunes and a talk with Lady A and I. See you on the porch!
Working with the Spirit Present Freddie Guevara
August 01, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 124 MBJoin us tonight at 8pm EST as Papa Lou and Lady A give a heartfelt welcome to Freddie Guevara author of Mesa Blanca: White Altar, to the porch. He's an elder of the community of Espiritismo for 54 years, he was born in New York City's borough of The Bronx. For over fifty years, Florencio "Freddie" Guevara has been providing readings, giving guidance and healing. He also conducts misas (séances) in many areas of the world. He has many spiritual godchildren; many of whom have moved on in life ...
Working with the Spirit presents: Trifling Tuesday-Old School WWTS!
July 29, 2015 01:00 - 1 hour - 88.6 MBBack again! Join Lady A and I as we have an old school edition of Working with the Spirit. That's right! We'll be talking hoodoo, giving out work, laughing it up, and playing tunes! Tune in, call in, and join us on the porch for some fun! We're back to rocking chairs and sweet tea! Have questions? We'll try our best to answer them! Have a problem? Let's see if we can solve them. Follow the link or call (646) 564-9782 See you tonight at 9pm EST
Working with the Spirit Presents: Special Guest Tata Oriate
July 18, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 120 MBJoin us on Friday July, 17th 2015, as Lady A and myself welcome Tata Oriate to the front porch! Tata Oriate is a powerhouse in the Palo Community, as well as several other traditions. If you are looking to get insight on your path or look for in depth questions, tonight is your night. Tata Oriate wants to share these beautiful traditions to show you that, when practiced correctly, the results are life changing. He is passionate about teaching these spiritual truths because there are a lot of...
Working with the Spirit presents: Trifling Tuesday-Making your own "Work"!
July 15, 2015 01:00 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBJoin us tonight as we talk about how to go about constructing your own hoodoo spells. Known to us at "work". We'll go through the methodology, principles, and items to use. We talk about the reasoning behind certain herbs, roots, and even symbolic gestures. This will be a great conversation! Tune in tonight at 9pm EST!
Working with the Spirit presents: Special Guest Wyndi, Owner of Lilith Seventh!
July 11, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 120 MBJoin us this Friday at 8pm EST as Lady A and I welcome to the porch special guest Wyndi, Owner of the Lilith Seventh Metaphysical Online Store! If you're on social media and follow the magical community, you've no doubt seen this lady around. She offers for sale some of the highest quality products for the spiritual community. From oils to soaps, her products are well known and received and we are honored to have her on as she shares her own brand of spirituality and her spiritual journey.
Working with the Spirit with Papa Lou presents: Spiritual Worker vs Teacher
July 04, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 115 MBTune in tonight at 8pm EST as Lady A and I tackle the topic of Spiritual workers versus Spiritual Teachers and why sometimes those called to work aren't necessarily called to teach. We'll also talk about what to do if you feel abandoned by your spiritual teachers and how to not lose heart. ALSO, conjure chatroom trivia is back so bring your thinking caps. Lady A and I have some nice prizes to give away. See you on the porch!
Working with the Spirit with Papa Lou presents: Triflin' Tuesday-Truth in Magic
July 01, 2015 01:00 - 1 hour - 70 MBTune in tonight at 9pm EST as Lady A and I talk about the proper uses of "magic" and why some of today's workers and clients may not be getting the results they want. It's sure to be a lively and interesting discussion! See y'all tonight!
Working with the Spirit with Papa Lou: Trifling Tuesday Mash-up
June 24, 2015 01:00 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBTune in tonight at 9pm EST as Lady A and I host a discussion on random conjure and culture topics from the past week. It'll be a little of this and a little of that so be sure and tune in because it's Trifling Tuesday and you never know WHAT we might say or play!
Working with the Spirit Present: Listener Request DIY
June 20, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 120 MBJoin Lady A and I tonight at 8pm EST on 6/19/2015, as we guide you into making your own conjure products. Conjure Oils, powders, sprays, and anything else we or y'all can think of. The phone lines will also be wide open for all your listener requests if you have a working you need help with. Call in to 646-564-9782, press 1 to come on the porch and chat on the line with us.
Working with the Spirit with Papa Lou presents: Triflin Tuesday Dolls and Lamps!
June 17, 2015 01:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBJoin Lady A and I tonight at 9pm EST as we discuss lamps and spirit dolls! We'll be talking about their construction, ingredients, uses, and how to work them! You know Tuesday is a one hour show so it'll be fast and furious. We can't wait to see you on the porch!
Working with the Spirit with Papa Lou presents: Prosperity Hoodoo
June 13, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 113 MBJoin Lady A and I tonight at 8pm EST as we usher in a new era. The time of Prosperity Hoodoo has arrived! Like Prophet Lockhart said, "If your spiritual advisor can't show YOU how to get money, you need to find a new advisor". Well, tonight is the night where we show you the work that'll get the money coming to you. We'll also have more hoodoo news, get caught up from triflin' tuesday, and we'll be taking your calls. See you on the porch!
Working with the Spirit with Lady A presents: On the porch with Fiona Benjamin!
June 06, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 124 MBJoin us Friday 6/5/15 at 8pm EST as Lady A and myself give a very southern welcome to the porch to Fiona Benjamin. We'll be interviewing this wonderfully talented fortune teller and occult devotee from New York City. She is a first generation American from a Chinese-Malaysian background and was raised in a traditional Buddhist household. Her gifts are divination through intuition along with the use of tarot cards. She received her certification in holistic tarot reading. Fiona has also been n...
Working with the Spirit with Papa Lou presents: Prophet H. Lockhart Returns!
May 30, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 122 MBJoin us tonight at 8pm EST for the return of Prophet H. Lockhart. Prophet Lockhart has been doing the work here in Georgia for 50+ years. He is well known throught the state as being one of the premier workers. He'll be coming on to share stories about his life, spiritual work, and to talk with us about Southern work in the old days. It's bound to be a great time. The phone lines and chat room will be open! (646) 564-9782
WWTS: Triflin' Tuesday-Calming the storms!
May 27, 2015 01:00 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBJoin us tonight at 9pm EST for a 1 hour edition of Working with the Spirit-Trifling Tuesday. We'll be doubling back over what it takes to be a professional worker, taking calls, and praying for those caught in the recent bad weather. It's a 1 hour edition so get in and get your seat!
Working with the Spirit with Papa Lou: Being a Pro and Living a Spiritual Life
May 23, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 113 MBProphet Lockhart had another engagement so join Lady A and myself tonight at 8pm EST as we talk about Living a Spiritual Life and becoming comfortable doing the work publicely. We'll discuss How to tell your family and friends what you're into, and share our own growing pains stories. We'll also continue with our segments on becoming a Professional Spiritual Worker. See you tonight!
Working with the Spirit with Papa Lou: Triflin' Tuesday-Conjure trip re-cap!
May 20, 2015 01:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBJoin us tonight at 9pm EST for a re-cap of Amorea's trip to all parts conjure, including down here in Georgia with your's truly. We'll talk about all the goings on and even tell a few supernatural tales that went on during our visit. And don't forget its trifling Tuesday so we'll have plenty of hoodoo news and events to talk about. Be sure and tune in on time because this is a 1 hour show! (646) 564-9782
Working with the Spirit with presents: Special Guest Sancista Brujo Luis
May 16, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 114 MBJoin us 5/15 at 8pm EST for our special guest Sancista Brujo Luis! He'll be joining Lady A and I on the front porch to discuss his new book, "Luz Y Progreso", and will talk to us about Espiritismo and share a little about his own spiritual journey. This is bound to be a powerful show as we compare and contrast the two traditions. Hoodoo and Espiritismo. Also, hang around for the second hour because we will be doing readings along with our special guest! Don't forget, the open call for ne...
Working with the Spirit with Papa Lou presents: Being a pro worker Rebooted
May 13, 2015 00:00 - 1 hour - 109 MBJoin us tonight for the show we were going to have if our guest hadn't shown up. We'll be talking about becoming a pro worker and some of the things you should consider. Tune in tonight at 8pm EST. The phone lines and chat room will be open!
Working with the Spirit with Papa Lou: So you want to be a professional....
May 09, 2015 00:00 - 2 hours - 129 MBJoin Lou and Amorea tonight as they tackle the topic of when and how to become a professional spiritual worker. We'll talk about how you know you're ready, things one should know when working for others, pitfalls, and we'll share a few tips and tricks for dealing with clients. The phones, text line, and chat room will be open!