Round the Cauldron

Inspired by a conversation where I openly discussed my non-beliefs, this episode delves into four reasons I think new seekers might try to force beliefs, even if they don't feel right. Plus, I discuss several things I don't believe in -- some of them might surprise you!»» WATCH NEXT→ https://youtu.be/YnKv5mFeGF4→ https://youtu.be/QRJjg0_SQhw→ https://youtu.be/JdqJEOjv8uU

You asked, so I answered!In this episode, I answer some questions from all of you -- folk practice, ancestor work, and incantations? Yes, please!

Hello, friends! In this month's episode, I wanted to talk about how you don't need money to practice witchcraft. I discussed the concept itself, maybe controversial opinions about the way creators talk about it, and walked you through the process of just exactly how you can cast spells with no tools at all.This episode was inspired by Nat the Horse Witch on YouTube, where she gave her opinion on the statement that you don't need money to practice witchcraft.»» MENTIONED- Nat the Horse Witch's Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wjf52B0UH_4- Spellcraft and Spellwork by Ariana Carrasca: https://roundthecauldron.com/2024/08/14/book-review-spellcraft-and-spellwork-by-ariana-carrasca/- 'Round the Cauldron on Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com/roundthecauldron---

Hello, friends! In today's episode, we're going to talk about why discernment in magical practices is important and how you can develop your skills to see through the bulls**t!From mundane examples to magical ones, this episode covers methods for critical thinking, intersectional research, and my thoughts on some questionable statements made in witchcraft spaces.»» MENTIONED- Ysha, The Activist Witch: https://www.youtube.com/@activistwitch- CRAAP Method: https://youtu.be/YnKv5mFeGF4- BITE Model: https://freedomofmind.com/cult-mind-control/bite-model-pdf-download/- Hearth Witch Advanced Witchcraft Video: https://youtu.be/XW8xgMO9nxg?si=LUYoX-Z1poCFbtfN- Rh-Negative blood information: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21053-rh-factor- Hemolytic Disease of the Fetus: https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/conditions/hemolytic-disease-of-the-fetus-and-newborn-hdfn---

Hello, friends! It has been quite a while since I've uploaded a full podcast episode but -- I'm back! In this episode, I discuss my practice in 2024, how it has changed, and where I'm going from here. Topics in this episode include ditching the Wheel of the Year, getting involved in my local community, and embracing a folk witch path. --- »» MENTIONS → The Magick Kitchen Podcast → LA Wildfire Aid → Free Palestine! → The Witch's Path by Thorn Mooney → The Witch at the Forest's Edge by Christine Grace → Ep. 114: At the Forest's Edge with Christine Grace ---

This episode was recorded for YouTube and shared here, as well. I will have a more podcast-specific update soon! Things have been busy and my mental capacity for anything extra has been limited. Let's catch up! ⌚ Timestamps! 0:37 - Our move was *not fun* 7:13 - My book is finally published! 10:16 - Etsy shop shutdown?! And what's next…?

Today, I'm sitting down to talk with Caireann of Hearth and Besom to chat about Slavic American Witchcraft and her multi-cultural practice! Once again, there was an issue with Zoom not liking my microphone, so there is some feedback and echo when I speak sometimes. It's not there all the time, and it doesn't impede the conversation, but if you struggle to hear what I say and still want to view the interview, please find the transcript in the description and the show notes. I promise the next episode will be better! All right, let's get into it. --- Get the Transcript: »» Find Caireann Online - ⁠Instagram: ⁠@hearth_and_besom⁠ »» Support the Show Become a Member: ⁠https://www.roundthecauldron.com/joinme »» Find me Online Website: ⁠https://www.roundthecauldron.com⁠ Shop: ⁠https://shop.roundthecauldron.com⁠⁠ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roundthecauldron Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/round_the_cauldron

The podcast is back! Things are going to be different on the podcast now as I bring on special guests. Anyone from authors, influencers, content creators, podcasters, and everyday people just like you are welcome on my show. I'm kicking off the reboot of 'Round the Cauldron with a very special guest! In today's episode, I speak with Brittany Jones, a witch, pagan, and pansexual woman running for president of the United States in 2024. We have an interesting and enlightening discussion about politics, paganism, and her plans for running the country. Note: Zoom apparently doesn't like my microphone so there are some audio issues when I speak sometimes. If this is a concern for you, please find the transcript linked below. Transcript: »» Brittany Jones Online - Website - TikTok - Facebook »» SUPPORTBecome a Member: https://www.roundthecauldron.com/join-me »» ONLINEWebsite: https://www.roundthecauldron.comShop: https://shop.roundthecauldron.comForum: https://roundthecauldron.discourse.groupFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/roundthecauldronInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/round_the_cauldron

Just a quick announcement episode - the podcast is changing soon! Become a Member: ⁠https://www.roundthecauldron.com/join-me⁠ Website: ⁠https://www.roundthecauldron.com⁠ Shop: ⁠https://shop.roundthecauldron.com⁠ Join the Forum! ⁠https://forum.roundthecauldron.com

I asked for your questions, and I got some fun ones! Join me for nine questions about my practice, my beliefs, and some other fun things!I realized I forgot to do a card pull while I was editing this video! So, no card for the month of July!»» MENTIONEDA Lesson in the Seven of Swords: https://roundthecauldron.com/2021/12/11/a-lesson-in-the-seven-of-swords/Hard Polytheism and Soft Polytheism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjojkUIHmB8What is consecration? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7cjgu1pWzygIvy the Occultist:  @IvyTheOccultist»» SUPPORTBecome a Member: https://www.roundthecauldron.com/join-me»» ONLINEWebsite: https://www.roundthecauldron.comShop: https://shop.roundthecauldron.comForum: https://roundthecauldron.discourse.groupFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/roundthecauldronInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/round_the_cauldron

Today's episode was inspired by the ever-changing path of the witch, or at least my ever-changing path. Don't worry, I'm not going anywhere, but I just wanted to talk a bit about finding your path, changing your mind, and making choices along the way. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing - Jo Devoe Show: http://www.joannadevoe.com/ - Braiding Sweetgrass*: https://amzn.to/42RLbny - Hard & Soft Polytheism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjojkUIHmB8 - The Norse Witch: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNorseWitch - Fel the Blithe: https://www.youtube.com/@FeltheBlithe - OBOD: https://druidry.org/ - ADF: https://www.adf.org/ - Spirits and Shadows Oracle Walkthrough: https://youtu.be/0fND_TeE9A0 - Spirits and Shadows Oracle Purchase: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1177746556/spirits-shadows-oracle-deck-52-card Become a Member: https://www.roundthecauldron.com/join-me Website: https://www.roundthecauldron.com Shop: https://shop.roundthecauldron.com Join the Forum! https://roundthecauldron.discourse.group

Information overload can easily happen when researching witchcraft and paganism. Do you know what it looks like? Or how to combat the "symptoms" of too much information? Take a listen today as I talk about my experiences with information overload, what it looks like, and how I help myself overcome the challenges of easily accessible, and constant, information. Month Ahead Tarot Spread: https://roundthecauldron.com/2020/09/23/new-month-tarot-spread-revisited/ Month Ahead Tarot Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4TAWebDokA If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Become a Member: https://www.roundthecauldron.com/join-me Join the Forum: https://roundthecauldron.discourse.group Website: https://www.roundthecauldron.com Shop: https://shop.roundthecauldron.com

Self-care has become a large focus for me in my personal life, so much so that I find I have integrated my self-care practice and my witchcraft practice using different routines and ideas. I'm at the stage now of burnout recovery, so self-care but to an extreme. But what is self-care, and how should you approach it within a magical context? We're going to explore that today! Become a Member: https://www.roundthecauldron.com/join-me Website: https://www.roundthecauldron.com Shop: https://shop.roundthecauldron.com NIH Analysis: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8488814/ Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA

Sometimes you just have to start over, ya know? Go back to the basics of your practice and really figure out what you enjoy, what matters the most to you, and how you can further deepen your connection to your faith and witchcraft! The last few years have seen tremendous growth in both my personal and witchy life. Both things and people have come and gone. Life has changed, my practice has changed, and I have changed. All of these changes have brought chaos and disconnection into my daily life, so I've been feeling the need to get back to basics, as they say, and really connect to my practice again from the beginning. This can be a fun and enlightening exercise in personal growth and self-awareness.

It's the last day of 2022 and holy crap I am ready for it. It's been chaos and unpredictability in both my personal life as well as my practice, and I'm glad to be starting over fresh with many things come 2023. Things have changed in my life and I'm getting back to why I started making content in the first place -- for something I enjoy doing! I hope you have a wonderful New Year celebration and a joyous start to your 2023. I know I will! If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Mental Health Videos * Are you a Spoonie Witch? https://youtu.be/2BFtTklhUKw * Witchcraft, Paganism, and Mental Health || You asked, I answered! -- Q&A https://youtu.be/pPYp-Lc1ih4 * Trusting your Gut || Mental Health Traps in Spirituality https://youtube.com/live/t7sgevadQek * Being Safe || Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Safety https://youtu.be/27mx2IgDBxY Become a Member: https://www.roundthecauldron.com/join-me Website: https://www.roundthecauldron.com Shop: https://shop.roundthecauldron.com Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA

Do you label your witchcraft practice? Maybe you're a green witch, or a cottage witch, or a kitchen witch? In today's episode, I give my perspective and opinion on the different ways labels can help and harm your witchcraft practice. As always, this episode is simply one witch's thoughts! I don't personally label my witchcraft, though I have labeled my polytheistic practice. Don't forget that labels are community created and arbitrary -- they only matter if they matter to you! If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing I'm not just a witch, you know! https://youtu.be/0y8kQEQBPWw 10 Types of Witchs || Which Witch is Which? || LIVE https://youtu.be/Mb9BlfTzd4o Hurricane Ian Relief Information FEMA: https://www.fema.gov/disaster/hurricane-ian The Red Cross: https://www.redcross.org/about-us/our-work/disaster-relief/hurricane-relief/hurricane-ian-relief.html Florida Disaster Fund: https://www.volunteerflorida.org/donatefdf/ Feeding Florida: https://www.feedingflorida.org/florida-food-banks Become a Member: https://www.roundthecauldron.com/join-me Website: https://www.roundthecauldron.com Shop: https://shop.roundthecauldron.com Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA

This month, I was inspired to give a more spooky episode for the podcast, something steeped in legend and folklore. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow was written by Washington Irving, an American author that wrote the story detailing a Hessian soldier that was decapitated during a battle in the revolutionary war come back to life without his head. However, he isn't the first or only headless horseman in legend or myth. In Ireland and some other Celtic nations, there is another headless horseman that is commonly associated with The Dullahan. Today's story comes to us from Fairy Legends and Traditions of the South of Ireland by T. Crofton Crocker. It is the story of The Dullahan and the Headless Horseman. The full text is in the public domain and it is available on Project Gutenberg, as well as the full text of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Fairy Legends and Traditions of the South of Ireland by T. Crofton Crocker: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39752 The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41 Hurricane Ian Relief Information FEMA: https://www.fema.gov/disaster/hurricane-ian The Red Cross: https://www.redcross.org/about-us/our-work/disaster-relief/hurricane-relief/hurricane-ian-relief.html Florida Disaster Fund: https://www.volunteerflorida.org/donatefdf/ Feeding Florida: https://www.feedingflorida.org/florida-food-banks Become a Member: https://www.roundthecauldron.com/join-me Website: https://www.roundthecauldron.com Shop: https://shop.roundthecauldron.com Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA

Today's podcast topic was one that was recommended to me in my Discord server -- so shout out to Blue and Ban for giving me this particular topic idea. I'm going to be talking about low spoons witchcraft or witchcraft for spoonies! What is Spoon Theory? https://butyoudontlooksick.com/articles/written-by-christine/the-spoon-theory/ Witchcraft and Mental Health Q&A: https://youtu.be/pPYp-Lc1ih4 Low Spoons Witchcraft Tumblr: https://lowspoonswitchcraft.tumblr.com/ Become a Member: https://www.roundthecauldron.com/join-me Website: https://www.roundthecauldron.com Shop: https://shop.roundthecauldron.com Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA

Someone on YouTube asked me to clarify my thoughts on using magic for personal gain. I hadn't done so in that particular video so here I am! The tldr; version of my answer is yes, you can use magic for personal gain. There is no hard and fast rule in witchcraft that says you can't use magic to get things you want or need. Listen in to hear my reasons, my thoughts on where this idea comes from, and how I feel that it is harmful to certain communities. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Links Mentioned Become a Cauldron Collector: http://www.roundthecauldron.com/join-me Spirits and Shadows Oracle Deck: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1177746556/spirits-shadows-oracle-deck-52-card Doreen Valiente Interview: http://www.earthspirit.com/fireheart-interviews-doreen-valiente-part-one Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA Sign up for my Newsletter: https://roundthecauldron.com/newsletter/

A friend of mine, Megs (Prairie), recently reminded me that I'm not alone when I have feelings of inadequacy in regard to my practice and my knowledge. She left me with the quote that is also the title of this episode: Comparison is the thief of joy. I wanted to share my thoughts with you, the things that I know but that don't stop me from comparing myself to others. This episode is a sort of pep talk for myself and others that might struggle with this, too. So thank you, Megs, for the reminder! If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Links Mentioned Become a Cauldron Collector: http://www.roundthecauldron.com/join-me Bex at The Witches' Cookery: https://www.youtube.com/c/Thewitchescookery Heather at WildWoodlandWitch: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheWildWoodlandWitch Spirits and Shadows Oracle Deck: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1177746556/spirits-shadows-oracle-deck-52-card Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA Sign up for my Newsletter: https://roundthecauldron.com/newsletter/

I received a question on Instagram about how I'm adjusting to life in Florida in regard to the Wheel of the Year, energy work, and seasonal celebrations. It got me thinking about how I don't really follow the traditional Wheel of the Year and how I've created, and continue to refine, my own celebration calendar. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Links Mentioned Rebel Witch by Kelly-Ann Maddox*: https://bookshop.org/a/80670/9781786784278 Interview with Christine Grace Podcast: https://anchor.fm/round-the-cauldron/episodes/Episode-114-At-the-Forests-Edge-with-Christine-Grace-e1an7df Interview with Christine Grace Video: https://youtu.be/r-WGnjcjjPg Spirits and Shadows Oracle Deck: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1177746556/spirits-shadows-oracle-deck-52-card Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA Sign up for my Newsletter: https://roundthecauldron.com/newsletter/

I've had the itch to talk about tools in witchcraft practices for a few weeks now and I finally just decided to sit down and record. In this episode, you'll hear my thoughts on common tools, how we can reframe our views on what tools in witchcraft are, and some random thoughts I have about witchy tools in general. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Links Mentioned Witchy Tools I Can't Live Without: https://youtu.be/SU9EFVRpc6A How to Use Sigils: https://youtu.be/7Hbpe21jHRI Four Types of Altars: https://youtu.be/2I8payv-Bv0 What is Ogham? https://youtu.be/CWEm2pcAFc8 Spirits and Shadows Oracle Deck: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1177746556/spirits-shadows-oracle-deck-52-card Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA Sign up for my Newsletter: https://roundthecauldron.com/newsletter/

I saw something recently that really got under my skin and I wanted to talk about it but I didn't want to do it alone. So I did the next best thing! I invited a friend of mine, Betty, better known as The Witch from the North on social media, to come on the show with me and talk about the commodification of witchcraft and spirituality. We dig into why our community gets inundated with ads, products, and things we supposedly need. We talk about how this is harmful to the wider spiritual community but that it's also been a bit helpful. We also give our own perspectives on what we think can be done to break out of the cycle of consumerism within our practices. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Thank you to Gordon for these links! White Sage Conservation: cnps.org/conservation/white-sage Frankincense Trees Facing Inevitable Extinction: https://www.organicauthority.com/buzz-news/smell-you-later-frankincense-trees-facing-inevitable-extinction Native Plant Socieites - US and Canada: https://ahsgardening.org/gardening-resources/societies-clubs-organizations/native-plant-societies/

I asked on social media for your questions on mental health, witchcraft, and paganism. In this episode, I answer those questions and give my perspective. This episode got a little heavy for me at certain points, so it may be heavy for you sometimes, too. However, mental health is such an important topic and I really wanted to tackle this head-on. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing ☎️ Resources for those struggling! ☎️ Checkpoint.org Global Resource List: https://checkpointorg.com/global/ International Hotlines: https://www.helpguide.org/find-help.htm United for Global Mental Health: https://unitedgmh.org/mental-health-support 7 of Cups - Free Anonymous Emotional Support: https://www.7cups.com/ IMAlive - Text-based Suicide Prevention: https://www.imalive.org/ Inclusive Therapists: https://www.inclusivetherapists.com/wiccan-paganism

I was uninspired this month... until I looked out my window at the large oak tree growing in my backyard and I just knew I had to talk about my experiences connecting with the land I live on. Join me on this rambling episode as I talk about childhood connections, living in many places, and finally starting to feel rooted. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Seek by iNaturalist: https://www.inaturalist.org/pages/seek_app At The Forest's Edge with Christine Grace: https://anchor.fm/round-the-cauldron/episodes/Episode-114-At-the-Forests-Edge-with-Christine-Grace-e1an7df The Somnia Tarot Walkthrough: https://youtu.be/dxgclDqR260 Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA

As we close the book on 2021 and open the first page of 2022, let's explore how the wider occult community tends to do a disservice to beginners. The pandemic has caused a boom in witchcraft spheres and the wider occult community in general, and with that boom in magical practitioners comes a lot of beginners. How can we treat beginners better? How can we as public witches, community members, and friends treat beginners better? I have thoughts... If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA

Thank you again to Christine Grace, aka Betwixt, for joining me to chat about her practice, her services, and her new book! As a literal witch in the forest, Christine brings with her spirit-led witchcraft, local green practice, and community as a solitary witch. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Find her online! Website: https://christinegracebetwixt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awitchbetwixt/ Grab a copy of her book wherever books are sold! Amazon*: https://amzn.to/3CLoXFJ Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/books/the-witch-at-the-forest-s-edge-thirteen-keys-to-modern-traditional-witchcraft/9781578637584 Scribd (get 2 months free!): https://www.scribd.com/g/8b11np Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA

Happy Halloween! And a very Blessed Samhain to everyone that celebrates! I wanted to take time to talk about some of my personal spirit encounters, my thoughts on "ghost hunting" shows, and a couple of supposedly haunted places that I've either been to or want to go to. What are some of YOUR spirit encounters? Let me know! If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing News clip courtesy of 23 ABC News: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7bTkP5tDDE Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/

I'll talk about my own experience with making spiritual content and having a quote-unquote “Spiritual Business” in a few minutes. First, we have to answer the question: What is a spiritual business? If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Astrology Forecast by Adriana Morales: https://twitter.com/AdriMCasique Thorn Mooney: https://thornthewitch.wordpress.com/ Magic in the Woods: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/magic-in-the-woods-tickets-167549237279 Test Tubes and Cauldrons: https://open.spotify.com/show/64YZV1augZDPM4U1QKYz3f Pasha Nielsen: https://junkee.com/why-turning-my-hobby-into-a-business-was-a-huge-mistake/150425 Reddit Thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/LifeProTips/comments/aobsm9/lpt_if_youre_thinking_about_turning_your_hobby/ Olivia/Witch of Wonderlust: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheWitchOfWonderlust Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/

What is a modern sacrifice? A modern offering to the Gods? A modern act of devotion can look different for every practitioner and God alike, but even then it's different for every spirit. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Astrology Forecast by Adriana Morales: https://twitter.com/AdriMCasique Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/

Fire Lyte is the author of a brand new book, The Dabbler's Guide to Witchcraft, and a long-time podcaster and host of the show Inciting a Riot. I had the pleasure of sitting down and speaking with him about the inspiration behind his new book, the importance of intersectional science in magical spaces, and even mention of that time the Internet erupted over a piece of malachite. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing PreOrder The Dabbler's Guide to Witchcraft: https://bit.ly/dabblersguide Inciting a Riot: https://www.incitingariot.com My Review: https://www.roundthecauldron.com/2021/08/02/the-dabblers-guide-to-witchcraft-book-review/ Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/

Sun Among Stars is a wonderfully written devotional to Brigid written by Mael Brigde. It isn't out just yet, but I had the pleasure of speaking with Mael about her book and Brigid in her life. This week, listen to our chat about the inspiration behind Mael's book, how she came to know Brigid, and some of her most beloved stories of Brighid, both Goddess and Saint. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Mael's Website: https://maelbrigde.wixsite.com/brigitdevotional Pre-Order Sun Among Stars: https://www.johnhuntpublishing.com/moon-books/our-books/brigit-ireland-devotional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mael.brigde Brigit's Portal Group: https://www.facebook.com/BrigitsPortal/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MaelBrigde Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mael_brigde/ Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/

So, gatekeeping and cancel culture...two heavy topics that are talked about in the wider occult community fairly often. As with most broad topics like this, I'm mainly going to focus on witchcraft and polytheism because that's what I have experience with. However, these topics can generally be applied to almost any other community even outside the occult. I also need you to understand that these two concepts are heavily nuanced, like most things, and I won't be able to cover all the nuance in just one episode. Astrology Forecast Correction: Adri has made a correction to the astrology forecast! The Jupiter Retrograde is in Aquarius, not Pisces! If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Astrology Forecast by Adriana Morales: https://twitter.com/AdriMCasique I am a Gatekeeper: https://www.roundthecauldron.com/2021/01/14/i-am-a-gatekeeper/ Folkism - Video by Ocean Keltoi: https://youtu.be/V6SXC2mRS34 Psychic Witch by Mat Auryn: https://bookshop.org/books/psychic-witch-a-metaphysical-guide-to-meditation-magick-manifestation/9780738760841 Hanson Roberts Tarot*: https://amzn.to/3hU4Zl1 Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/

This concept of wintering was introduced to me through Katherine's book. Having thoroughly enjoyed it myself, I thought it would be wonderful to bring it to you, as well! Although not specifically witchy or polytheistic, I feel like we can all benefit from wintering every now and then. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing "Katherine May is a writer of both fiction and nonfiction. Her journalism and essays have appeared in a range of publications including The Times (London), Good Housekeeping, and Cosmopolitan. She lives by the sea in Whitstable, England and is an avid lover of the outdoors." Katherine's wonderful photo was taken by Sara Norling. Get Wintering via Bookshop.org: https://bit.ly/36vzOpM Find Katherine online! Website: https://katherine-may.co.uk/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/_Katherine_May_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katherinemay_ Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/

I am so excited to bring this interview to you today! I had the pleasure of speaking with Jonathan and Shahmaran, two board members of a new magical non-profit organization. From their website - "Between the Veils is a non-profit organization that aims to provide community, education, and safe space for magical, indigenous, and diasporic practitioners of all paths." If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Be sure to check out all of their links and keep an eye on their social spaces for new announcements! Between the Veils on IG: https://www.instagram.com/betweentheveilscon/ Website: https://www.betweentheveils.org Con Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/betweentheveilscon Community Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2451073698501102 Between the Veils Discord Server: https://discord.gg/Y44s2U8N4g Music from Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/343eow/ Running Circles by Cody Francis Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/ Leave me a message! https://anchor.fm/round-the-cauldron/message

As patrons have requested, this month I explored the need for occult community, some different reasons why community is important, and some red flags to watch for. Communities are an integral part of growing our practices whether we realize it or not. When we're part of a community, we are shown new perspectives, we learn new things, and we even make friends. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing I'm a Gatekeeper: https://www.roundthecauldron.com/2021/01/14/i-am-a-gatekeeper/ Ari the Oak Witch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO2YbkVStQVDxLaSLODo5rg Kat Borealis - Borealis Meditation Podcast: http://katborealis.com/ BITE Model: https://freedomofmind.com/cult-mind-control/bite-model/ Ocean Keltoi: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClC1XBsPtjKMry-3iDLr2Zg Wolf the Red: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0sVhVo3gtKw5y8U8VJo1ig Music from Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/343eow/ Running Circles by Cody Francis Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/ Leave me a message! https://anchor.fm/round-the-cauldron/message

I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with J. Allen Cross, author of a brand new book titled American Brujeria: Modern Mexican American Folk Magic. Today, we talked about his book, the inspiration behind it, who it's for and who can benefit from it, and a few things in between! If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Find J. Allen Cross Online! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oregon_wood_witch/ Patheos: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/agora/author/jallencross/ Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/LaTiendaEspiritual Podcast: https://www.invokingwitchcraft.com/ Get his book through Bookshop: https://bit.ly/3uIWlZE Music from Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/343eow/ Running Circles by Cody Francis Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/ Leave me a message! https://anchor.fm/round-the-cauldron/message

Growing spiritually is a journey that is subjective to each individual person. It's going to look different for everyone and the goals are different, too. If you'd prefer a transcript, you can find this and past transcripts here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ATnoPoTD51xY6A46ay0F5moVxki-1X28?usp=sharing Farmer's Almanac: https://www.almanac.com/content/first-day-summer-summer-solstice Fixed Star, Sign & Constellation Magic by Christopher Warnock: https://bit.ly/3yhFm3V Dictionary.com: https://www.dictionary.com/browse/spiritual Shadow Work: https://bit.ly/33LgTG7 Music from Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/343eow/ Running Circles by Cody Francis Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/eVB7P28zxA Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/ Leave me a message! https://anchor.fm/round-the-cauldron/message

I know I took a break for a bit but I have an announcement! I'm bringing the podcast back, but it's gonna have some changes. Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/gnN7bRB Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/

Announcement: I will be taking a break from the podcast for at least two months (March and April 2021) and possibly longer. What do you think of when you hear the term “love spell”? Do you imagine a witch sitting in their room, writing down the traits they desire in a partner? Do you picture the scene from Practical Magic where little Sally Owens creates a love spell called Amas Veritas, dreaming up a man that doesn't exist, so she'll never die of a broken heart? Do you think of love potions and magical desire from unsuspecting partners? But what happens when you start to get deep into love magic? Can you take things too far? And are there things you shouldn't do when it comes to love spells? Attract Love || A Spell Jar Recipe: https://www.roundthecauldron.com/2020/02/13/attract-love-a-spell-jar-recipe/ Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/gnN7bRB Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/

What's it like pagan parenting? As a practicing witch and pagan, I am often asked how I maintain my practice with kids. Do I include my daughter? Does she stay out of it? Her father and I discussed this when I was pregnant, and even though I am pagan, my parenting isn't necessarily "pagan". So, how do I navigate parenting while pagan and practicing witchcraft? And what do I teach my daughter? Find out! This episode is in collaboration with Bex at The Witches Cookery! Check out her channel, too! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyXvjYln49ZTxZ2qh8PWxWg Self-Love Oil and Body Mist: https://youtu.be/j4qGbVGOxmQ Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/gnN7bRB Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/

Sitting down to chat with M.A. Phillips was like chatting with an old friend! If you follow me anywhere on social media, you'll know that I am in love with her book series. Today, we talked about the inspiration behind her book, how her path influences her writing, and being a modern Druid writing about a modern Druid! "M. A. Phillips is a writer and fabric artist in Northern NY. She lives with her husband, daughter, and three lazy cats. She fell in love with writing and sewing at a young age thanks to her encouraging, creative family. Over the years, she's made various plushies and fabric art dolls who have found homes on bookshelves and altars around the United States. Mythology, folklore, and the landscape are her primary inspirations." Find MA Phillips Online: https://www.ditzydruid.com Imma Bunni Art: https://www.instagram.com/imma.bunni/ Discover the Rituals of Rock Bay: https://shadowsparkpub.com/ma-phillips Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/gnN7bRB Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/

Valentine's Day is hugely popular in the states and, whether you like it or not, romance is everywhere you turn. But where did Valentine's day come from? And if you don't celebrate it, how can you take advantage of the love in the air? Lupercalia (Wikipedia) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lupercalia Valentine's Day (Britannica) https://www.britannica.com/topic/Valentines-Day History of Valentine's Day (UNLV) https://www.unlv.edu/news/release/hidden-history-valentines-day Origins of Valentine's Day (Smithsonian) https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/gory-origins-valentines-day-180968156/ Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/gnN7bRB Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/

Did you know that there is a place for witchcraft within Christianity? There is an entire community of Christian witches out there and they have one foot in each path. Sometimes it can be ostracizing to be an "outsider" in both areas of your practice, but today, I sit down with Asacia and Kat as we discuss their personal path in Christian witchcraft. There is a particular article and study that I was looking for to reference this, but I CANNOT find it, so here's a different one instead. Homosexuality is not in the Bible: https://baptistnews.com/article/my-quest-to-find-the-word-homosexual-in-the-bible/#.YAxcKuhKiUk Follow Asacia on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Asaciaababee Follow Kat on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theelunarwitch Follow Kat on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theelunarwitch/ Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/gnN7bRB Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/

Give a warm welcome to Chris from the YouTube channel Blood, Sweat, and Steel! Truck driver by day and blacksmith by choice, we chat about how he met Brighid, how he honors Her, and how She plays a role in his life. Got something you want to talk about on the show? Click here and let me know! Follow Chris online! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU6TTTvQ79qlxxGJ9PB79-g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byhammerandbyanvil/ Mythos, Stories, and Resources of Brighid https://mythicalireland.com/myths-and-legends/brigid-bright-goddess-of-the-gael/ https://druidry.org/resources/brigid-survival-of-a-goddess https://irishpaganschool.com/p/brigid-weekly https://mybrigidsforge.wordpress.com/ Brigid by Courtney Weber*: https://amzn.to/3qbDswG Pagan Portals - Brigid by Morgan Daimler*: https://amzn.to/3oHaHb5 Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/gnN7bRB Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/

There's a new year and it is time to set our spiritual goals for 2021! I'd love to hear how you set your goals and if you have any goals for 2021 that you'd like to share! S.M.A.R.T. Goal Method: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/smart-goals Setting goals for your spiritual practice are extremely important, in my opinion, for good spiritual growth. These goals can be for witchcraft, paganism, or any other sort of spiritual practice. Setting spiritual goals is a good way to track your growth as a witch, come up with new ideas for your practice, and make sure you're on track for learning new things (if you want to!). Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/gnN7bRB Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/

As human beings, we are all looking for our life purpose. We are all looking for answers to questions like...

Signs and omens are commonly talked about in witchcraft and pagan communities, but is it really a sign? Is it really an omen? Or is it just a mundane occurrence? Enter the giveaway! https://forms.gle/7E4KcyypPBVe6fdL7 Numerology Links Horoscope.com Numerology.com Cafe Astrology I don't know if this is an unpopular opinion, but I think 9 times out of 10, that animal crossing your path is random. Those numbers may just be random. I think we're too quick to call random occurrences signs just because it's what we want. Deities and other spirits have many ways of communicating with us. Signs and omens can -- and do -- happen, just not as often as the internet might have you believe. Join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/gnN7bRB Join my Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/roundthecauldron/

Are deities dangerous to work with? The answer is simple but often not one that a lot of people want to hear. Note: The background noise in this episode gets weird at the end so I hope it isn't too hard to understand.

Warding is a basic form of protection magick. There are many different kinds of wards and many different ways you can cast them. Here are my thoughts and advice! For more information on warding, I highly recommend you check out By Rust of Nail & Prick of Thorn: The Theory & Practice of Effective Home Warding: https://www.amazon.com/Rust-Nail-Prick-Thorn-Effective-ebook/dp/B075M9ZNG4 Also, enter the giveaway for hitting 1k subscribers! Click the link below

As an eclectic witch, I find that most "common" correspondences don't necessarily fit the way I practice witchcraft and the things I believe. If you're an eclectic witch, many of your correspondences can be personalized and made to fit your practice.