Sacred Wheel Podcast

In this episode host, Allison Carr: https://allisoncarr.net speaks with Eli Lawliet, The Gender Doula, all about the magic of gender and transitioning. You can find Eli on his website: https://www.thegenderdoula.com, or on Instagram, TikTok or FB @thegenderdoula Eli shared with me a list of trans organizations that you can donate to, many of these are led by trans folks of color. Please pick one and make a donation! TGIJP: http://www.tgijp.org/ Sylvia Rivera Law Project: https://srlp.org/ GLITS: https://www.glitsinc.org/ Transgender Law Center; https://transgenderlawcenter.org/ Acorn Center for Restoration and Freedom: https://www.acorncenter4freedom.com/ ProjectQ: https://www.projectq.me/ TransLatin@ coalition: https://www.translatinacoalition.org/ The Okra Project: https://www.theokraproject.com/ Trans Defense Fund Los Angeles: https://transdefensefundla.org/ This episode is sponsored by the Resilience Course: https://resiliencecrashcourse.teachery.co/the-resilience-course Purchase a copy of my zine: https://allisoncarr.net/the-sovereign-zine-order-page/

This episode is sponsored by the Resilience Course: https://resiliencecrashcourse.teachery.co/the-resilience-course In this interview I talk with herbalist Kate Husted about being a responsible white herbalist on colonized lands. We discussed our love for our respective adopted homelands, and how we’ve come to understand right relationship with the land we live on. Kate also discussed her project theThe Herb Hut Free Clinic, a mobile clinic that provides free healthcare to her community. She shared a bit about how she set up the structure and why it was so important for her to find funding so that the clinic could be a sustaining resource for both her and the community it serves. Find out more about Kate’s private practice and classes here: https://www.katehustedherbalist.com Learn about the Herb Hut: https://www.theherbhutfreeclinic.com The Alaskanified Movement Generation Zine for Just Transition: https://www.justtransitionak.org/toolkit/

If you could talk to someone from the future—a future where we succeeded in creating a regenerative world—wouldn’t you want to know what we did to get there? In this episode I talk to Elizabeth Russell the creator of the Dreamfruit Almanac. An intuitive planning tool that centers around Thirteen “Dreams” from a future past detailing step by step instructions for how we build that world. As Elizabeth writes “The opportunity within Dreamfruit is to let the wisdom of the imaginal realm become a practical tool of transformation.” In our interview, we look at the “Dreams” that Elizabeth downloaded for 2020 and see how they measured up to the events we just lived through. It’s kinda my nod to the ‘year in review’ podcasts and news stories you see everywhere, but with a feminist and magical twist. We also talk about the importance of deep imagination in navigating these difficult and often confusing times, and take a sneak peek at the ‘Dreams’ Elizabeth has received for 2021. More about Dream Fruit Dream fruit focuses on the themes of Natural time, Animism and Natural Allies and revolves around the 13 Dreams discussed above. “Each of the thirteen “Dreams from the Future” animates the themes of the time and gives the psyche a narrative of transformation. These dreams are written in past tense. They can be read as missives from a future being or from the collective dream to help you conceive a path forward through the particular terrain of the time.” You can find Elizabeth, and order your copy on her webiste: https://elizabethrussell.space Or connect with her on Instagram: @dreamfruit.maven To find out more about you host, Allison Carr you can connect with her here: https://allisoncarr.net Sign up for the Resilience Course here: https://resiliencecrashcourse.teachery.co/the-resilience-course

In this episode we discuss the zine I wrote last year describing my experience of leaving a Mystery School in Portland, and my journey to unpack the manipulative and damaging experience I had there. It asks questions about whether the school is a cult and explores the kind of support that was helpful for me when coming forward, and the things that were very unhelpful. We also discuss the new name and revised mission of this podcast. Links: Order my Zine: https://allisoncarr.net/the-sovereign-zine-order-page/ The Resilience Course: https://resiliencecrashcourse.teachery.co/the-resilience-course The Episode of the Fair Folk Podcast I reference: https://soundcloud.com/fairfolkcast/ignas-satkauskas-interview Interview with Alexandra Stein: https://numinouspodcast.com/episodes/tnp121-alexandra-stein-on-disorganized-attachment-s1!43cca Interview with Matthew Remski: https://numinouspodcast.com/episodes/tnp116-matthew-remski-on-attachment-high-demand-s1!b79fb

In this episode we talk to Yarrow Magdalena about burnout, recovering from trauma and the medicine of slowing down. Yarrow Magdalena is a queer writer, body worker, celebrant and plant lover who supports soft folks in reclaiming embodiment and a connection to nature through everyday magic and ritual. Her practices around folk herbalism, tarot, journaling, movement and creative expression are meant to support a trauma informed and accessible path towards body liberation, self-acceptance and community. Yarrow also runs a web design + tech studio called Yarrow Digital which supports small businesses in building heartfelt, sustainable online platforms made to hold big dreams and beautiful communities. She specialises in custom made WordPress sites as well as easy to understand tech support, offers no-nonsense business mentoring and runs a low cost DIY Small Business School. http://www.daydreamingwolves.com/ https://yarrowdigital.com/ https://www.instagram.com/yarrowmagdalena/

Vanessa Couto is an archetypal astrologer, artist and teacher. Her passion is to help her clients align their soul's purpose with right livelihood through their business. Weaving archetypal astrology and story she helps you see the bigger picture of how your soul's purpose and business are intertwined - beckoning you to express all spokes of your life's wheel in your business branding. She's also the creator of the coloring book: The Astrology of Joy - The Sun's Heroic Journey. For this episode, we will talk about archetypes of transformation as seen through the monthly New Moon, and explore the upcoming cosmic weather for the next month. You can find Vanessa at: https://www.vanessacouto.com

In this episode I talk with Ancestral Lineage practitioner and artist Kim Charles Kay. Kim shares her journey with discovering her intuitive gifts, and how the support of her ancestral lineage has changed her life on a physical, artistic and emotional level.

Carrot quinn is a queer long distance hiker, blogger and the author of the book Thru Hiking Will Break Your Heart. You can find her work at carrotquinn.com and instagram.com/carrotquinn Please support No More Deaths: http://forms.nomoredeaths.org/en/  Aguilas-Del-Desierto: https://www.facebook.com/Aguilas-Del-Desierto-Inc-1623207924566830/ Defend the Sacred AK: http://defendthesacredalaska.org I also encourage you to check out her first book: Thru-Hiking Will Break Your Heart. Find out more about the Enchantment Practices here: https://allisoncarr.net/enchantment-practices/

I recently sat down with Erin-Ashley Kerti to talk about what it takes to go pro at being a psychic. She related to me the story of how she came to her gifts reluctantly, having grown up in a very skeptical and scientific family. An undeniable experience led her to start exploring the visions she had been having. We discussed whether everyone has psychic gifts (spoiler: they do), and her recommendations for budding psychics who want to hone their skills. The approach Erin-Ashley takes will surprise you, her advice: have fun! Erin-Ashley gave me the low down on the typical time frame it takes to develop your gifts enough to start charging for them, and why it is good for the world if more people start owning their gifts. She also gave me her energy forecast for the next 5 years, and emphasized the importance of developing coping strategies so that you can still get clear messages during tumultuous times. We ended our interview with a brief discussion of ethics. Find out more about Erin-Ashley at https://www.spiritualmechanic.com Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/allisoncarr Find out about the Enchantment Practices: http://allisoncarr.net/enchantment-practices

In this episode I talk to Stephanie Syd Yang all about bird spirit medicine, receiving messages from spirit, healing from an eating disorder and embodied queer magic. Syd is a mixed race/Taiwanese American queer healer, intuitive artist and writer who weaves together magic, possibility and intention as an energy healer + intuitive counselor in the world through their practice, Blue Jaguar Healing Arts. As someone who lives with depression and anxiety, and has recovered from severe eating disorders, Syd's work finds its resonance in the stories we each hold at the intersection of memory, body, sexuality and mental health. As a healer, Syd weaves together shamanic and earth-based practices that are grounded in Buddhist principles of interdependence, impermanence and karma. Syd has been working with individuals and small groups for close to 20 years to support liberation and healing in life-affirming ways, rooting deep into their cultural, ancestral and indigenous practices. Syd works with individuals as well as regularly leads workshops, community healing circles and has been a group facilitator for over two decades, with a specific focus on grief, healing ancestral trauma, sexuality + spirituality, body liberation and eating disorder recovery. Their most recent book, a memoir, "Release" -- the fantastic and entirely true story of finding freedom in a queer, mad + mixed race body", will be available at the end of 2018. More at bluejaguarlove.com You can find out more about me and the Samhain class at my website: http://allisoncarr.net.

In this episode I take you inside the Sacred Wheel Immersion for a look at our Yule class. In this class we discuss some of the ancient pagan origins of modern Christmas Traditions. We dive into the mythology behind the Christmas tree, the use of candles and light this time of year, and some of the myth and legend behind the figure of Santa Clause. We also discuss the Omen Days, or a period of time that is rich for divination this time of year. Then we finish up with a discussion of how you can repurpose some rituals and practices this time of year to leave you feeling more connected to the earth, more peaceful and reap the gifts of the abundant darkness. Here are the links discussed in the class. To sign up for my free webinar on the Wheel of the Year: http://allisoncarr.net/wheel-of-the-year/ John Matthew's book on Winter Solstice: https://www.amazon.com/Winter-Solstice-Sacred-Traditions-Christmas/dp/B00C2I5I0K Caitlin Matthew's article on the Omen Days: http://caitlin-matthews.blogspot.com/2013/12/the-omen-days-twelve-days-of-christmas.html Jeanette Winterson on the beauty of the night: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2009/oct/31/jeanette-winterson-night-guide

I sat down with writer Alexis P. Morgan recently and got to talk with her about what it means to be a spiritual warrior. Alexis P. Morgan is the pole-dancing, sword-wielding, democratic socialist, on-the-low-heaux sorceress you've been warned you about. She makes her cheddar as a professional writer, facilitator, artist, ritualist, and priestess. Devoted to Truth, Justice, and Liberation, she lives in the spirit of foremothers before her: unbossed, unbought, and unbothered. Here are the links for resources Alexis Mentions in the show: Alexis's Website: The Church of St. Felicia. Where you can find her writings, art and other offerings. Alexis's Patreon site: https://www.patreon.com/alxpmorgan Alexis on Medium: https://medium.com/@alxpmorgan Randi Buckley: Coach, and facilitator Josephine McCarthy: teacher, occultist, magician. Hari Ziyad at RaceBaitR And, my new favorite book of the moment: Emergent Strategy by adrienne maree brown. You can find out more about Allison Carr and the Sacred Wheel Immersion at https://allisoncarr.net

In this special episode of the Sacred Wheel Podcast, I present a workshop I gave last summer all about Energy Work. In this episode we discuss energy clearing, and why the only tool you need for clearing is your own body. We also go into the theory behind Five Element Acupuncture, a style of acupuncture I have been practicing for years. We talk about each element, (Wood, Water, Earth, Fire and Metal) and what the common characteristics for each is. We discuss how illness can arise out of events from your childhood, and how identifying your own elemental stumbling blocks can be the key to wellness. In the end of the episode I share some exciting discoveries I've made about combining Energy Clearing with the theory of Five Element Acupuncture to allow me to do distance healing sessions on my former patients. Here are some of the links I promised in this episode: To read more about the style of energy healing I do you can get a copy of Jean Haner's book: https://www.hayhouse.com/clear-home-clear-heart-paperback My energy clearing teacher, Megan Potter: https://limitlessliving.ca Learn more about booking private sessions or remote clearings with me: https://allisoncarr.net/healing-sessions/

In this video I talk with Celia Ward-Wallace, (http://celiawardwallace.com) coach author and public speaker. This conversation spans a wide range of topics from Celia's personal story growing up in the social justice movement; her journey to find happiness; how white women can better address internalized racism and be a good ally to POC; and how the coaching industry often re-inforces racism and classism. CW: this video is a conversation between two white women around exploring privilege and examining internalized racism.

In this video I talk with Rhea Wolf about the importance of darkness as a spiritual force, the upcoming eclipse season in August and how that might affect our personal and political landscapes, and how we can all learn from the power of the sun. Learn more about Rhea here: http://www.rheawolf.com Sign up for the full Sacred Wheel Speaker's Series here: https://allisoncarr.net/speakers-series/

In this interview I talk to herbalist Sam Roberts about how the wilderness brings us back into the web of life, and why we so badly need to be reconnected.

For the month of May I speak with Melanie St. Ours about the very juicy subject of desire. To find out more about Melanie, visit her website at http://psycheandsoma.com Her free class series can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/user/MelanieStOurs To sign up for updates on new episodes of the Sacred Wheel Speaker Series: http://allisoncarr.net/speakers-series/

Astrologer Vanessa Couto gives us the lowdown on the astrology of 2017.

In this episode I talk with Dawn Gibson all about how trauma gets stored in the body, and practices to release it and heal.

In this episode I talk with Dori Midnight all about what it will take to birth an new world.