The Science Witch Podcast

In this episode of Who's In Bloom released on the main RSS feed, Anjel talks about their favorite charismatic wild flower to blanket the windswept hillsides of the Columbia River Gorge: Balsam Root. Original music is by Ruby and writing for this episode is by Anjel. Show notes and transcript available here.

In this interview with stand up comedian and sober activist, Eleanore Ryan, talks to 3 of the co-hosts about her comedy, recovery and spirituality. This episode comes with a heavy content warning about discussions of sexually explicit nature as well as about drug use and recovery and we also talk about Eleanore's dwarfism and disability in very candid ways. This is also a conversation where we find a lot of common ground and catharsis with Christianity and we hope our listeners will find humor and solace in Eleanore's words like we have. 

In this episode, Enku, Ruby and Anjel each talk about their different expertise and perspectives on meditation and give information and suggestions on how to start and maintain a meditation practice. The three hosts each share their own experiences and practice in this episode as an offering to our listeners to help survive late stage capitalism with equanimity. Show notes can be found here. 

In this edition of Deity Deep Dives, Anjel talks about the Crone of Winter, Goddess of Storms the Cailleach, where the original groundhog myth comes from and about embracing their own cronehood. Original music by Ruby. To listen to more episodes like this and support our work, check us out on Patreon.Show notes and transcripts found here.

In this episode, the 4 co-hosts revisit the topic of Chaos Magick with one of the SWP coven, Oliver. This conversation brings in a lot of interesting threads to both introduce and pique listener interest in the topic of Chaos Magick as well as help give our community more tools for surviving the next 4 years and making it a bit more magical. Transcripts and show notes found here.

For this year's Solstice episode, we interviewed the indomitable Morgan Daimler about the holidays and misconceptions, and debunked some misinformation about where some of our holiday traditions come from. This was an enjoyable and thought provoking conversation that was very informative and revealing to the point where we want to schedule for Morgan to come back to continue some of the threads we picked up in this episode. Show notes and transcripts can be found here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode of Deity Deep Dives for the main RSS feed, Anjel discusses the problematic goddess, Athena. In an era where we need strong feminine archetypes, can we reimagine this goddess in our image? This episode was written by Anjel and music is by Ruby. Art for this episode is by Anjel. Show notes and transcripts found here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this unscripted emergency episode, all 4 co-hosts share their thoughts and fears about the results of the election. We waited until some time had passed to edit this episode so as not to traumatize our audience and also remove some of the more raw and unfiltered thoughts. While we all talk about a lot of the bad things to come, we also share messages of hope and affirmation of our project to connect queeridos all over the world and be in community.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode of Tripping Through the Tarot, Anjel shares a love letter to all the creatives out there struggling to keep doing their art. In this audio essay, Anjel discusses the card of the Magician and how being in creative commune with our divine selves is accomplished through enacting our true will on the universe. Anjel also mentions their favorite occult author and teacher (at the moment) Damien Echols work. They send this out on the main RSS feed with the intention of supporting fellow creatives out there listening.  Show notes and transcripts available here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

For our Samhain episode for this year, we interviewed Angela, Death Midwife and founder of Journey Home Death Care about perceptions of death and how to be advocates for our own death. We want to make a heavy content warning for discussions of death, suicide, and suicide ideation, but despite these heavy topics, Angela brings a gracious compassion to all these discussions and our conversation was very affirming. We have also included resources for suicide prevention in the show notes. Show notes and transcripts are available here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode, Enku, Anjel and Ruby interview Anjel's partner and aspiring comedian, Rick Quaresma about comedy, the importance of humor as resistance and speaking truth to power. Rick shares his beliefs and inspirations in comedy and we talk a bit about the upcoming election and how conservative pundits are fundamentally unfunny. Show notes and transcripts can be found here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

Content warning for brief mention of suicide and sexually explicit stand up. In this inaugural episode of our new Patreon mostly series, Tripping Through the Tarot, Anjel discusses the first card in the tarot: The Fool, as well as their experiences in the stand up comedy community and what dating a stand up comic has taught them about the nature of humor, and how there is power in speaking the quiet part out loud. THey also talk about humor from an evolutionary standpoint and include a quote from Fool: A Novel by Christopher More. If you like this episode and you want to support our show and creative output, please consider supporting us on Patreon.  Show notes and Transcripts can be found here.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode of Who's in Bloom, Anjel gushes about gladiolus or glads if you're casual. This short episode includes information about the ecology, ethnobotanical history and how to grow glads, with a bit of information about mythology. Also in this episode Anjel remembers one of the Science Witch Coven who has crossed over into the summerlands. Before the episode, Ruby Spotlights one of our sponsors for the Trans Telethon: Transponder.  Show notes and transcripts can be found ⁠here.⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

For this episode, Enku and Anjel interview Master Gardner and Pollinator Protector, Carol Haven. We talk about the intersections of studying pollinators scientifically and spiritually, as well as the Master Gardener program. Ruby joined Anjel for the intro/outro and we updated folks about the upcoming show we're producing: The Trans Telethon 2. Show notes and transcripts found here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode, Enku, Ruby and Anjel talk with writer Redfern about their work writing queer and speculative fiction, as well as some of the major themes in their work that echoes the current struggles of the queer community to find solidarity. We also discuss AI and what this new technology means for writers of the future. In the outro Enku discusses how he uses AI in the making of this episode. Show notes and transcripts for this episode found here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode, Anjel interviews carnivorous plant enthusiast Carson Treckler about bewitching and queer carnivorous plants. Anjel and Enku introduce this episode Anjel recorded last year just in time to release for pride and help initiate more queer folk into our Carnivorous plant cult.  For show notes and transcripts see our website. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode, Ruby and Anjel interview Sensei Strange about Stage Magic and its intersections with the Occult. The convo has some rich discussion of the history of stage magic, the definition of magic vs magick, and how to not accidentally start a cult.  Before the episode, we introduce our newest member to the SWP team, James. Transcripts and show notes can be found here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode, Ruby and Anjel have a vivid and rich conversation with Walida about Pre-Islamic Paganism, Astrology and how this period of history is important to learn about for all those interested in the Occult. Enku joined us for the Intro/Outro to show our support of Palestine and end the Genocide. Transcripts and show notes can be found here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this special edition of Deity Deep Dives we are releasing on the main RSS feed, Anjel shares some thoughts about the ancient goddess of the spring equinox, Ostara with original music by Ruby! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode, the band is back together to talk about AI and its impact on different parts of our society. Enku talks about AI's impact on academia, Anjel discusses using AI art as a consultant and content creator, and Ruby relates some of the incredible advancement in the use of AI in music.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode to honor Black History month, Anjel and Ruby interview a fellow comrade and witch locally to them, Samuel. In this episode we talk about Samuel's experience of being a BIPOC queer person in the PNW, with its legacy of white supremacy, and how he still finds strength and great purpose from his ancestors.  Show notes and transcripts can be found here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode, Anjel gets the chance to interview Matthew Remski one of the 3 co-hosts of the Conspirituality Podcast about their book and podcast. Content warning for discussions of cult dynamics, sexual abuse and discussions of the dark sorted past of Yoga.   Show notes and transcripts can be found here --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode, Anjel and Ruby talk about New Year's resolutions, the elements of developing a practice and strategies for implementing and establishing new habits as well as some info about how to make your new intentions for the new year lasting. We discuss some of the research involved with music practice and also talk a bit about the importance of flow state. Show notes and transcripts can be found here --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this special episode of our Patreon Mostly Series, Anjel shares their thoughts about the date January 6th, how it heralds the start of Mardi Gras, its significance in early Christian and Pre-Christian mythos, and how it has now become a somber reminder of how close we came to being plunged into fascism. Show Notes and transcripts available on our website. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

For our special holiday episode this year, Anjel got to talk to Dara about Yule cat and other winter monsters as well as talk about some of the aspects to modern pagan/heathen Yule celebrations that are part of our holiday traditions that we are making.  Patreon Etsy Store Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Channel Twitch Discord Server For Transcripts and Show Notes see our website here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode, Anjel speaks with Dr. Dug Wingate about the therapeutic use of psilocybin and developing the psilocybin industry in Oregon. In this discussion, we talk about micro-dosing, set, setting and dose philosophy and how psilocybin has the potential to help so many people struggling with mental health issues.  Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Channel Twitch Discord Server Show notes and transcripts can be found here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode, Ruby and Anjel talk with Jesse Lee Art about their art, mushrooms, politics, and how creatives need to model fungal networks of care to help resource one another. Patreon Etsy Store Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Channel Twitch Discord Server Transcripts and show notes found here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode, Anjel talks with Shane Nelson who was one of the first pagan military chaplains and a licensed therapist who works with veterans with PTSD. In this conversation we talk about trauma, the history of how veterans were able to claim pagan on their dog tags and some interesting astrology discussion towards the end. Transcripts and show notes can be found here. Patreon Etsy Store Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Channel Twitch Discord Server --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this special Samhain Episode, J Allen Cross returns to talk with Anjel about trauma informed paranormal resolution and how having a trauma informed background can be valuable for those investigating paranormal activity. Patreon Etsy Store Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Channel Twitch Discord Server Show notes and transcripts can be found here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode, Anjel interviews Vincent Higginbotham about his book How Witchcraft Saved My Life and discusses the ways in which witchcraft is adaptive and helps us survive late stage capitalism. Content Warning for some discussions about sexual abuse, homelessness and suicide. Vini is one of the featured guests for So Mote That Con happening Oct 14-15, 2023, the online witch convention hosted by That Witch Life. Get your tickets for the event on sale now, or if you miss it you can have the recording sent to you. Show notes and transcripts can be found here. Patreon Etsy Store Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Channel Twitch Discord Server --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

So Mote That Con 2023 In this episode of Who's in Bloom, Anjel discusses the lotus flower, its phylogenetics, habitat, and culinary uses and also goes into a digression about how the Lotus is related to Yoga. Content Warning for mentions of sexual abuse, as Anjel shares their connection with Kundalini Yoga and how they are sorting through it's problematic past to find what still resonates. Lotus 25 interesting Yoga Industry Facts  Conspirituality: How New Age Conspiracy Theories Became a Health Threat 64: Remembering Guru Jagat: a Panel  36: Guru Jagat's Pandemic Brandwash (w/Philip Deslippe & Stacie Stukin) 37: Guru Jagat Cultjacks Kundalini Yoga (w/Philip Deslippe & Stacie Stukin) 11: Cults and Disaster Spirituality 3HO.org Yoga and Beer Premka: White Bird in a Golden Cage: My Life with Yogi Bhajan Abuse in Yogi Bhajan's 3HO Kundalini Yoga World Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator Transcripts for this episode can be found here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode, Ruby and Anjel interview Amy Blackthorn about her book Protection Magick and discuss the ways that we can employ practical and magical ways to defend ourselves physically, mentally and spiritually. We also talk a bit about plant magick leading into Amy's new book project. At the end of the episode we discuss the updates to our Patreon including our new Discord Server. Show notes and transcripts can be found here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-witch-podcast/support

In this episode, Anjel interviews founder and owner of April Farms, Janice about her lavender farm and the magick and science of lavender. Before we get to the interview we have a special announcement about our co-host of the podcast.  Show notes and transcripts can be found here.

In this episode, Enku and Anjel interview Steve, curator of the Portland Puppet Museum about the science and magick of Puppets. Steve takes us on a world tour of his museum and shares with us some of the ancient stories that puppeteers have been using the craft of puppetry to tell for hundreds of years. At the end of the episode, we talk about our upcoming live events, Trans Telethon taking place in Portland on August 27, 2023. Patreon Kofi Goat and Thistle Etsy Store Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Channel Show notes and transcripts for this episode can be found here.

For this episode, Enku and Anjel interview their long time friend and Transpersonal Astrologer, Rhabb in this rich and dense conversation about Astrology. We discuss why astrology is useful as a personal inquiry tool and how biographical information is articulated in your birth chart. We also make an important announcement at the end of the episode.  Show notes and transcripts can be found here. Patreon Kofi Goat and Thistle Etsy Store Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Channel

For this Episode of the Science Witch Podcast, Enku and Anjel interview author, paranormal investigator and witch, J Allen Cross about his books American Brujeria and the Witch's Guide to the Paranormal. In this conversation, we talk about the different forms of spirits and hauntings that can occur and how trauma is related to paranormal activity. At the end of the episode we round up our summer vacay with some reflection about the last few weeks and Mystic South. Patreon Kofi Goat and Thistle Etsy Store Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Channel Show notes and transcripts can be found here.

For this episode of Who's in Bloom for the main RSS Feed, Anjel talks about the Southern Magnolia and how it is tied to complicated feelings surrounding their identity as a southern transplant in the PNW. We had an absolutely amazing time at Mystic South this weekend and plan on attending next year. If you like this episode and want to check out more episodes like this, check us out on Patreon.  Check out Etsy. Transcripts and show notes for this episode available here.

For this episode of Who's in Bloom for the main RSS Feed, Anjel talks about getting to see the Corpse Flower at WSU, Titan VanCoug in bloom, as well as why giant weird flowers like this are still an important plant teacher for us even if it isn't directly useful for humans. We will be at Mystic South this weekend so be sure to check out our events going on if you will be attending! If you like this episode and want to check out more episodes like this, check us out on Patreon.  Check out Etsy. Transcripts and show notes can be found here.

For this episode of the Science Witch Podcast, Enku and Anjel talk to the Queer.Witch on Instagram about their art, being a disabled queer person through the dynamic, how to find queer joy in this world that seems to constantly be under threat by Christian Nationalists, and even talk a little bit about the Orca revolt. Anjel and Daniel introduce the episode and Daniel talks about their connection with Zooey Zephyr and the fight for trans rights in this country. They also talk a bit about all the new stuff on Patreon. Patreon Kofi Goat and Thistle Etsy Store Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Channel Show notes can be found here

In this episode of the Wild Witches series, Anjel interviews their long time friend and artist buddy, Aura about art, fashion and boy love manga. In this episode Aura and Anjel talk about their shared past as artists in the furry fandom, how Aura's aesthetic in art is mirrored in her love of Lolita fashion, and even how AI can be a useful tool for artists so as long it is not used to replace a finished art piece itself. If you want to be a beta reader for Aura's up and coming comic, My Advisor is a Distraction, check her out on Instagram.  Also we have Iris stickers to send out to our Patreon supporters and are now available on Etsy Store . Transcripts and Show notes can be found here.

In this special episode of our Patreon-mostly series we are releasing on the main RSS feed for Solstice, Anjel talks about how to live deliciously through developing a relationship with honeysuckle. If you like this episode and want to check out more episodes like this, check us out on Patreon.  Check out Etsy. Transcript for this episode available here. Show notes found here.

For the inaugural episode with Daniel joining as a co-host, the three of us discuss the topic of breath from each of our own unique perspectives and expertise. Anjel talks about yoga and their practice of breath work and pranayama, Daniel talks about breath from an anatomical and vocal training perspective, and Enku talks about mindfulness meditation and breath as well as clean air inequality and how racism and classism intersects with the issue of clean air. We also talk a bit about the different locations we each hail from and how having a podcast based out of three different locations is something we are excited to bring to our listeners. Transcripts and show notes for this episode can be found here. Patreon Kofi Goat and Thistle Etsy Store Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Channel

In this edition of the Wild Witch series, Anjel shares an interview they did with Michael Agee, co-founder and board member of the Pagan sanctuary, Ffynnon . In this discussion, we talk about legacy, what was involved in forming a nonprofit and how creating pagan community is necessary for the continuity of our faith. At the top of the episode is an ad by our producer Daniel for Sunfest, happening at Ffynnon on June 24-26. Show notes can be found here Patreon Etsy Kofi Goat and Thistle Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram

In this special field report recorded on location, Enku interviews several neighbors of The Tree That Owns Itself in Athens GA and learns of the Stop Cop City  movements and tragic murder of forest defender   Manuel “Tortuguita” Terán by Atlanta police. Be sure to check the companion youtube video of Enku at the Tree that Owns Itself On our Youtube station.  Kofi Goat and Thistle Etsy Store Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter Show notes and more pictures of the Tree that Owns Itself can be found here.

In this first of a two part series, Enku and Anjel sit down to talk about sex, sex work, porn and how to embody the sacred sexuality with fetish model and online porn content creator, Nadya. Content Warning: This conversation delves into explicit sexual themes including sexual exploitation and problematic issues with the porn industry. Please only listen to these episodes if you are in a good frame of mind to hear explicit sexual topics brought up and are somewhere appropriate or discreet to hear this episode.   Show notes and transcripts can be found here. Patreon Kofi Goat and Thistle Etsy Store Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Channel

In this episode of who's in bloom for the main RSS feed, Anjel talks about being in love with lilacs and how they are the triple threat of the flowers. They go into a bit about lilacs through history as well as some of the famous gardens in the US and also suggest some recipes to use lilacs in if you happen to be lucky enough to live near one. Patreon Etsy Kofi Redbubble Goat and Thistle Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter https://linktr.ee/sciencewitchpodcast Show notes and transcripts can be found here

In this Episode, Enku and Anjel chat with Danny Graves  who is currently featured on Season 15 of Naked and Afraid. In this episode, we discuss how spirituality and survivalism intersect for Danny and help to empower him in his survival skills. We also talk about our own survival situations we've been in as well as some poisonous plants that Danny got to know well in the arid regions of South Africa. We also talk a bit about embodiment and how it felt to be naked on television for a nationally syndicated show. Still waiting for Danny to start OnlyDans. Patreon Kofi Goat and Thistle Etsy Store Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter Show notes and transcripts available here

In this episode of the Science Witch Podcast, Anjel and Enku talk about trees, one of our favorite topics. We talk about trees in mythology as well as some of the ways trees and forests must now be managed to combat the wildfire crisis in the west. We also talk about some forests that have infamous reputations as well as about a tree that owns itself. Kofi Goat and Thistle Etsy Store Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter Transcripts for this Episode Show notes for this episode are found here.

In this special edition of Deity Deep Dives we are releasing on the main RSS feed , Anjel talks about Heqet, the ancient Egyptian frog headed goddess, that is associated with fertility, childbirth and transformation. In this episode, Anjel discusses the connection of Heqet with the Goddess Hecate and how frogs have long been associated with witches in part thanks to this connection. They also talk a bit about threats that are causing the decline of frog populations all over the world, with several conservation organizations to help save frogs found in the show notes. Music is by Sweet Hammer, used with permission from the artist. Stickers of this and other deities are available on our Etsy. Transcripts for this episode are found here. Show notes available here.

In this episode, Enku and Anjel talk to Anthropology professor and fellow Clan of the Cave Bear enthusiast Leah Walden-Hurtgen about early hominid evolution. In this episode we discuss the distinctions and evidence that supports the idea of how we became human and also talk about the archeological evidence about spiritual beliefs and even cannibalism. Content warning for sexual topics as we do delve into the Clan of the Cave Bear book series. We round off the discussion with a fascinating discussion of what makes us human and how music evolved before our language processing centers in the brain.  Patreon Etsy Kofi Goat and Thistle Science Witch Podcast on Apple Facebook Instagram Twitter Mystic South

In this special episode of our Patreon-mostly series we are releasing on the main RSS feed for April Fool's day, Anjel talks about how the dandelion is one of the most useful, ubiquitous and tenacious of all plant allies, and how to connect with this energy of endurance as the dandelion abides. If you like this episode and want to check out more episodes like this, check us out on Patreon.  Check out Etsy. Transcript for this episode available here. Show notes Dandelion, Taraxacum officinale  Weed of the Month: Dandelion  Dandelion- a Foraging Guide  Homemade Dandelion Syrup Dandelion Health information NCCIH information on Dandelion   The war on dandelions is killing bees, but it doesn't have to Dandelion fungi could help clean toxic oilsands tailings, says Edmonton scientist Could dandelions actually be good for the environment?  Herbcrafter's Tarot