OPH Podcast

We're joined by the Director Of Legislative Affairs at Illinois Department of Human Rights to discuss queer politics and activism. Carter shares his own person coming out experiences, what it was like growing up in conservative Texas and some LGBT legislation that is bringing new hope to Illinois.

Keeley joins us to tell us about her coming out story, what non-monogamy looks like in her life and just answers some questions we have. Keeley is a queer, fat activist, cuddlist and all around amazing human. Please also check out her partners queer retelling of the Beauty and the Beast story -https://www.amazon.com/Beautys-Tale-B-B-Quinn/dp/1795680628/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=a+beauty%27s+tale+bb+quinn&qid=1560099958&s=gateway&sr=8-2

We're celebrating pride month on the podcast! This tiny episode is just to explain what we have coming up in the next four weeks. Join us next Friday (6/7) for our first episode in this four part series of queer and lgbtq experiences.

Tricia Barker, author of "Angels in the OR" joined us to talk about her profound Near-Death Experience and the inspiring journey that it has taken her on. Her story has been featured on countless outlets and after speaking with her, it's clear why. Her joy for life is evident and truly moving. Check out Tricia's website for more info on her book and Youtube channel. Also, check out the online summit Tricia will take part in on June 23rd. Questions can be submitted any time! - https://www.theuniversityofheaven.com/NDE-Summit2019

We're taking out the trash in all areas of our lives this week. We're chatting and giving our own tips on Spring cleaning in all its forms - from cleaning your space and relationships, to cleaning up your diet with some seasonal vegetables. We end the episode with a cleansing ritual to aid in the clean-up. Join us for the fun. Reach out to us! Via email - OPHpod@gmail.com Via text - (872)216-4413

Be (@idle.dreams.asmr) is a queer mystic asmrtist and and all around interesting human. We chatted with them about their ASMR videos, their witchcraft and how their autism has played a role in both of those things. We also explore the world of twin flames and more dream interpretation.

We're talking about dreaming this week. This is a topic that we both are really interested in and talk about a lot, but this gave us a change to dive a little deeper into it. We discuss our own dreams lives, common dreams and some misconceptions about dreaming. This was a really fun one for us to do to quench our dream obsession.

We're doing things a little differently this week. My co-host Jillian is in the hot seat and tells me (Jeanette) all about her journey with green living and a holistic lifestyle. From living on a farm, to creating her own face scrub, she's full of stories. We also do a tarot reading for how to make it through this last bit before Spring weather finally arrives.

Maria and Audrey - local yogis and owners of North Loft Yoga (northloftyoga.com) sat down with us to share their insight on Yoga, Meditation and their personal beliefs on the Divine. We end the pod with Maria introducing us to Angel Cards and pulling one for each of us. North Loft Yoga also hosts retreats to Greece and Costa Rica. Check out their website to learn more. They sound amazing!

We're learning about cosplay this week! The lovely and talented Steggy Stardust (@Steggystardust) brought us into a new world with her delightful stories of cosplay life. We discuss her personal journey, the magic of cosplay and advice for anyone trying to get started as a cosplayer. We also pull a tarot card for a listener question about a big life change.

We have Keeley Schoup on to talk body positivity, selflove, a bit of queer love, and even some cuddling! Keeley is a solo witch and fat activist, as well as a professional cuddlist. Her self compassion and care for others blew us away and we can't wait to share her wisdom with you! Find her on Instagram @Keeleyschoup.

It's Valentine's Day, so we're talking love and lust! We have our friend, Michael back (www.theglamwitch.com) to discuss all things love and delve into fun ways to infuse your sex life with some magic. We finish up getting some advice from the tarot for ourselves on how to have the best Valentine's Day this year.

The owners of Quemalabruja come on to chat with us about following your passion and opening a (witchy) small business. We also get a large serving of spooky stories courtesy of Taly. Check out Charlene and Taly on insta @quemalabruja or their website - http://www.quemalabruja.com/

As you may have heard, we are broadening our horizons to include more kinds of magic — particularly the self work and self care variety. We’re aiming to be more inclusive and bring you guests with an even broader range of experience. First up (and fittingly so) is psychotherapist Vanessa Ford (http://vanessaeford.com). And please continue to text us questions for the tarot to 872-216-4413.

We’re talking tarot again with a whole new take from Diana Rose (@ddamascenaa)! Along with being a gifted tarot reader, Diana Rose is also Reiki healer and Massage therapist. We discuss her personal tarot journey, the interconnectedness of it all and her personal ethics for reading tarot. We end the show with a listener question about a stressful job search for the tarot. For more on Diana Rose, check out her website a thttps://ddamascenaa.com/

Our friend Corinne joins us to talk about green witchcraft. We discuss her personal journey and she gives us some helpful tips to bring more of her practice into our own lives. We also introduce a new segment where we pull a tarot card for a listener. Please send any questions for the tarot segment to Occultpowerhour@gmail.com

Michael Herkes (@the.glam.witch) joins us to talk all things colors. Whether it be for spells or for practical life, he guides us through the many uses of colors. He also gives us advice on using colors to help us with our real life problems.

Join us this week for a lighter take on Holiday traditions and rituals. We're joined by our friend, @Pierreintomylife (Brittny) who hosts her own pop culture podcast. We get into some of the Pagan origins of Yule celebrations and also modern day New Years Eve Traditions. Rounding out the show, Brittany guides us through her celebrity predictions for 2019 and we complete a ritual for cleansing the old year and ringing in the new. Also join us for listener questions and a special shout out to those of you who emailed in! Brittny also has a great blog everyone should check out - https://pierreintomylife.com/.

Tanya is back, this time to teach us about herbalism! We go into her history with herbalism, her favorite herbs, what medicinal purposes they have, and we bring back a little numerology. She also makes us teas to help with stress and cold symptoms. Check her out at http://themagicktrick.com/ or on Instagram @themagicktrick.

We sat down with Charlene (@Quemalabruja) and talked about her bruja lineage, lucid dreaming and how to get started on communicating with your ancestors. She also gives us some practical career and confidence advice. Be sure to check out all of her witchy wares at www.Quemalabruja.com

We're joined with Brian Allemana of Soulrise Astrology (https://soulriseastrology.com) to talk all things Astrology. We discuss his personal journey, the different Astrological signs, and the common questions and misconceptions that people have about Astrology. He also reads our birth charts and serves up some pretty spectacular insight into ourselves.

On this week's episode we discuss Elemental and Practical Magick with Clark (@mystic_lynx). We go into how to choose your element, how to use it and his experiences within Witchcraft and the Pagan community. We also discuss a bit more about why we are doing this podcast and finish up with an Oracle reading for our love and career questions.

This week we have on Reiki Master Teacher and Bodyworker, Rosé Hernandez (@theenergeticbody). We chat about his path, practice and the history of Reiki. We also get some practical advice about how to better ourselves based on his knowledge.

This week, we explore Lilith and Glam Witchcraft with Michael Herkes. Michael is a practicing witch who will walk us through his journey with Lilith, a bit about his Glam Magic, and a few spells we can use over the weekend. Michael is a regular contributor to Witch Way Magazine and also has a book coming out, which you can purchase from his website now (www.theglamwitch.com)

This week we delve into the world of Numerology. Join us as we learn about the history, do the math and see if our numbers seem accurate. Find us on social media @occultpowerhour

This week, Tonya (@themagiktrick) describes tarot, her experiences as a reader, and doles out some career and love advice. Tune in next week as J&J create a better and better listener experience and be sure to check out the podcast on social @occultpowerhour