Witches Be Sippin Podcast

The burnout of 2021 is real. We have all been feeling it magickally and we had a listener write in for advice on how to get that magick spark back.   We three went to the beach to reclaim it, and of course share our whacky adventures in the first 30 minutes...because we truly left our hearts on the pacific coast. But eventually we get there, so feel free to skip ahead to when we dive into a discussion of how, as fun as Bell Book and Candle can be..., it is usually the truly mundane and simple actions in everyday life that fuel us to call in the magick and inspiration that feeds our soul.   Also please check out the book we review:  The Rebel Witch By Kelly Ann Maddox A new book that will definitely help revitalize your path whether you are just beginning or looking to refresh an established magickal life it offers wise words and fun guidance

Around this time of year of spring into summer, with the awakening of the earth, often there also seems to be an extra awareness of the spirits that awaken with it. Tegan, Tabs, and Mel gathered on a recent spring night to pour a libation of Poison Pomegranate to the Morrigan and share their own philosophy, stories, and hypothetical questions about the numerous entities that may or may not be Fae. None of the information covered is meant to be taken as fact, these are personal musings. However if you want more in depth information from an experienced practitioner that works with the Fair Folk, we can't recommend Morgan Daimler's work enough. She has many books available and you can start here with her YouTube Channel   Email us: witchesbsippin@gmail.com Join us on Instagram @ Witches_be_sippin_podcast   Theme Music "Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Welcome to our Spring Equinox episode!  While your three witches may not be thrilled spring has sprung we have an episode full of suggestions for spring spells, cleansing, wards, and Mel's awesome herbal tonic, that of course has an alcoholic version too! And at the end of the episode you can listen in on the small spring readings we did for each other live.     Email us: witchesbsippin@gmail.com Join us on Instagram @ Witches_be_sippin_podcast   Theme Music "Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

*Trigger Warning for discussion of sexual violence from minutes 14:00 - 30:15* Welcome to our 2nd annual totally nerdy media episode!  This was the second episode we recorded on our first day back, and you can definitely tell we are on our second bottle of wine...each...so spoiler warning for everything: We purged our inner Nerd little hearts out people. So if you wondered if Tabs has recovered from Tony Stark's death (NOPE), did anyone else notice Baby Yoda committed possible genocide, where can you find a passionate Chinese wizard drama, and what kind of D&D characters do these witches throw down with....then come lose an hour with us. If that is not your cup of vodka we completely understand and we will be back on March 15th with a wonderfully magickal episode on the Spring Equinox   Email us: witchesbsippin@gmail.com Join us on Instagram @ Witches_be_sippin_podcast   Theme Music "Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Reconnecting  after a lengthy break the girls attempt to banish 2020 and set our intentions for 2021.A year to the day after launching our podcast we begin season 2, and we are so grateful for your patience and to be back in your ears.Please reach out to us through email or Instagram to let us know what topics you want us to discuss in our next episodes... Email us: witchesbsippin@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram @ Witches_be_sippin_podcast Theme Music "Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Welcome to a a miscellaneous episode where we drink some tea and discuss a variety of topics. We start off with some good old fashioned muggle escapism looking at movies and TV we are watching or waiting for.If you'd rather dive straight into the magick then head straight to 17:50 were we start discussing the presence, or lack thereof, of the Gods during these changing times.Makes sure to check below for links to all the items discussed in the episodeWe are sippin Tea from Alchemy of AvalonBlog Post Discussed:On a Break with the Gods By Courtney WeberYearning for the Presence of our Gods By John Beckett Other Resources Discussed:The Witches Wisdom Tarot  By Phyllis Curott and Danielle BarlowThe Magical Art of Crafting Charm Bags  By Elhoim Leafar 

In this episode we interview the amazingly multi-talented Artist, medium, tarot reader, energy healer, witch, and friend Suzanne Stewart.  Theme Music "Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

On the arm of Gentleman Jack we conclude part 2 of our Shadow Work series, where we talk about the tools and tricks that have helped us in our shadow work. Ranging from the usual witches tools ...to Hamilton, Poetry and TV....*We talked about so many items in this episode, so in lieu of our normal list of links, we invite you to email us if you want any help finding anything mentioned in the show :)Email us: witchesbsippin@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram @ Witches_be_sippin_podcastView the blog: https://www.witchesbesippin.com/Theme Music "Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

As promised, in part 1 of a 2 part series: Our three witches descend the basement stairs with drinks in one hand, and flashlights in the other, to share their experiences and ideas about shadow work. Who originally assumed it involved black magic? How would one know that human's taste like pork? Why should the Ancestors mind their own beeswax?  All this, and more, awaits you on your listening journey... Today's episode is brought to you by the Poison Pomegranate3oz Pomegranate Juice3oz Prosecco or ChampagneJust enough Pomegranate Vodka to make you sad and introspectiveDash of edible gold dustAnd swirl! Resources discussed:Kelly Ann Maddox Shadow Work Videos PlaylistGathering of CirclesBeing held live and online July 31-Aug 2.  Register and order your book and Tshirts!Witchfest USA  Being held live and online July 10-12Tarot of Famous WitchesReviewed by Mel and Purchased live on the show by TeganJump Girl: The Initiation and Art of a Spirit Speaker Email us: witchesbsippin@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram @ Witches_be_sippin_podcastView the blog: https://www.witchesbesippin.com/Theme Music "Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)  

This be the NOT sippin edition of our podcast. We have faced many issues both personal, supernatural, and technical getting a podcast successfully recorded in the last weeks and so as we endeavored to bring some light and magickal conversation to these extremely sobering times, we stupidly remained sober ourselves. A mistake that I feel we all agree will not happen again dear listeners.So while we have no drinks to share with you this week we do hope you check out some of the sites listed below which were discussed in the show.J Allen Cross's Cross & Crossroads Hexing for Social JusticeEthony Dawn's Tarot Readers Academy Summer SchoolLaura Tempest Zakroff Sigil's for Change and Resistance Email us: witchesbsippin@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram @ Witches_be_sippin_podcastView the blog: https://www.witchesbesippin.com/Theme Music "Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

On this episode you get 2 podcast for the price of 1 lucky listeners! We start with discussing our various trips in & out of the broom closet in both our personal and professional relationships. And finish in answering a listener question about building intuition.Books discussed in episode:Intuitive Witchcraft by Astrea TaylorHer Blog: Starlight WitchPsychic Witch By Mat AurynHis Blog: For Pucks Sake Join us on Instagram @ Witches_be_sippin_podcastView the blog: https://www.witchesbesippin.com/Email us: witchesbsippin@gmail.comTheme Music "Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

The Wheel of the Year, round and round it goes. Often told by request at Sabbats and her classes; We bring you Mel's telling that brings it to full color life!

Many practicing witches study long and hard to learn what not to do before venturing into new territory.This week we start  with an email from a listener (even though I all her a reader in the episode) who is exploring how to walk the line between following old ways and walking your own path, and how to stay safe while doing so. Mel, Tabs, and Tegan share their own experiences with magickal safety vs experimentation, along with a healthy dose of our usual misc tangents!Wine: Root &Vine Red BlendJoin us on Instagram @ Witches_be_sippin_podcastView the blog: https://www.witchesbesippin.com/Email us: witchesbsippin@gmail.comTheme Music "Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode we discuss why we took up the tarot, how we learned, and what keeps us coming back to the cards. We also take a look at alternative forms of divination that we are looking to grow into.On a side note: We originally tried to record an episode on divination during Mercury retrograde...and he decided to take us on a ride that did NOT result in am actual episode. In the picture above is are the fantastic wines we imbibed during that attempt. Sooo this is the new, appropriately social distanced, Skype redo.   Follow us on Instagram @ Witches_be_sippin_podcastView the blog: https://www.witchesbesippin.com/Email us: witchesbsippin@gmail.comTheme Music "Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

This episode starts with an unedited listen to our normally cut pre-episode chatter. I call it "Before the Clink"  lolWe recorded this on March 30th, after we had sufficiently recovered from the shock of coming back from a spiritual journey in the wilderness to find the world in peril and the only safe haven is apparently toilet paper forts?!We talk about how we have adjusted, and what witchy things we are mostly not doing, but want to. We also go in depth on resources we find helpful from websites, podcasts, tarot readers, classes, and more.So sit back and enjoy with your own drink, and forgive Mel for calling it Corvid instead of Covid. (Death and mayhem make her think of a murder of crows)Follow us on Instagram @ Witches_be_sippin_podcastView the blog: https://www.witchesbesippin.com/Email us: witchesbsippin@gmail.com Links to items mentioned in the Episode:Patheos Pagan BlogsKeeping Her Keys CovenKelly Anne MaddoxRooted Community AccupunctureAfro Goddess Tarot Theme Music "Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this bonus Episode we bring you two additional Poems read by Grandfather WinterFox, read for us by him during our Vision Quest.If you are interested in learning more about the Gathering of Circles event you can read Mel's blog post about her experiences there last year https://www.witchesbesippin.com/post/we-re-not-talking-coachellaAlso visit the 2020 planning website and Facebook:http://www.gatheringofcircles.com/https://www.facebook.com/events/cloudcroft-new-mexico/gathering-of-circles-2020/504084897040631/ 

The girls give a fresh and unedited (mostly) account their adventures, 24 hours after returning from a week long sojourn in the high desert on their Vision Quests.After the episode you will find an original poem read by Grandfather Cliff Winterfox, about the boy whose pipe wouldn't light, (just Like Mel's)**Please note that Mercury Rx took our professional microphone and has not given it back. This episode was recorded before we had found a new set up to deal with that issue so you may need headphones to best hear the lower volume than usual.**Episode was originally recorded March 9th.You can now listen to episodes, read our Blog, and contact us directly using our website: https://www.witchesbesippin.com/ Email: WitchesBSippin@gmail.com Theme Music "Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Persephone may be frolicking in the fields this time of year but the girls decided to sip on some pomegranate wine and reminisce about there own personal Underworld encounters.From vengeful sprites, to poltergeists, and GIANT HOUNDS!!!!Our Website is live: www.WitchesBeSippin.comEmail us: WitchesBSippin@gmail.comTheme Music "Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Mel, Tabs, and Tegan  spend an hour with their  friend Lakota Herb Woman Kathy Two Hawks. She shares her life journey, personal practices of healing and teaching others.This interview took place the week before the girls went on a Vision Quest led by Kathy in the Arizona desert.   Theme Music "Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In the first of many interviews with local practitioners, the girls sit down with their friend and the owner of local shop Tanja's Natural Magick, on "Smidgen Monday" to share a bit of Bourbon and a lot of laughs.For more information on Tanja's Natural Magick Store and the Classes and Reading offered there:https://www.tanjasnaturalmagick.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Tanjas-Natural-Magick-LLC-293213057408017/Tanja's book of Poetry, Walking in Shadow, is available on Amazon in both Kindle and Paperbackhttps://www.amazon.com/Walking-Shadow-Poetry-Tanja-Bara/dp/1092127569 Intro Music:Baba Yaga By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

The girls open the episode sharing their latest drink, followed by an inspirational Slam Poetry reading by Mel of a poem all three agree hits numerous dreams and heartstrings that represent what inspires their independent paths.The discussion has a loose them of inspiration and we get into details of what we do to practice and why.If you want to jump straight to today's discussion the Time stamp is 5:30. Links mentioned in episode:Port Wine enjoyed during the episode can purchased http://www.traderjoesreviews.com/product/evenus-port-dessert-wine-reviews/Rosarium Blends Mercury Rx Spell can be purchased at https://rosariumblends.com/Poem "Purple" By SimplyKat read by Mel from the book she purchased directly from the Poetess.Music from https://filmmusic.ioTheme Music "Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)Poem Reading: "Clean Soul" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)  

The friends take a break from their higher spiritual selves to Nerd Out on TV and Movies that inspired and entertained their younger witchy selves.Then in the second half of the episode they dive deep into some very recent hits in The Chilling Adventure of Sabrina, The Witcher, and The Mandalorian (and all Star Wars Cannon) Music from https://filmmusic.io"Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode we discuss our experience with giving offerings to Spirits; from Ancestors to Deities, and everything in between!Some of the topics include:How to pick the offering, how to dispose?Difference between Ancestors and Spirit Guides?What to do when they show up at your birthday party! :)Links from the Episode:Strega Sun Witch Cocktail Consumed during episode:  https://www.food.com/recipe/strega-sun-witch-drink-100949Excellent Article on Cultural Appropriation: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/doubletoilandresist/2019/10/nightmare-before-christmas-cultural-appropriation/Book on Ancestor Veneration currently being read by Tegan and Tabs: Honoring Your Ancestors: A Guide to Ancestral Veneration Mallorie Vaudoise Music from https://filmmusic.io"Baba Yaga" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this first episode Mel, Tabs, and Tegan share the creation of the podcast and how their various paths led them to Witchcraft and each other.  Intro Music:Baba Yaga By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/