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Gwyn and Ode talk about Scott Cunningham's work and legacy in the pagan community.
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This meditation is meant to help ignite your creativity and fuel your imagination by re-acquainting you with past epiphanies. It utilizes the sea and sky meditation, which is linked below, and needs a quiet place to rest and reflect.Sea and Sky Meditation: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/meditation-calming-the-sea-and-sky--63703724Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/wayw... or contribute to my KoFi here: https://ko-fi.com/ryansmithwfiI am teaching classes in Heathen spirituality! You can find out more and sign up at www.onblackwings.com/classes
Welcome to my latest fireside chat! In this one, we talk about digital hygiene and some useful habits, changes, and techniques you can employ to better control your information feed, devices, and gain greater control over these sources of distraction in daily life.If you want to hear the rest of this episode then head on over to my Patreon at this link: https://patreon.com/waywardwan...Patrons at the Shield-Bearer level and above gain access to special episodes and more!
Gwyn and Ode talk about incense through history, the different types and how to use them, and making your own incense. Tip: powdered incense can be used in ways other than burning! Consider using it to dress a candle or adding it to a spell bag!
Stags and boars are two animals that pop up a lot in Heathen and Pagan spirituality. Join your host for a short talk on how they appear in Nordic myth and what stags and boars represent.Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/wayw... or contribute to my KoFi here: https://ko-fi.com/ryansmithwfiI am teaching classes in Heathen spirituality! You can find out more and sign up at www.onblackwings.com/classes
This meditation uses your personal resilience and what gives you strength to protect you from the hardships of the world. It works by using guided visualization to call up your sources of resilience and imagine them as a source of safety.Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/wayw... or contribute to my KoFi here: https://ko-fi.com/ryansmithwfiI am teaching classes in Heathen spirituality! You can find out more and sign up at www.onblackwings.com/classes
Many of the segments of society who are aware of Paganism, Heathenry, and Witchcraft treat it as a curiosity at best. Join your host for a walk through why Paganism makes the world better by being a part of it, how it improves our lives & society, and more!Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/wayw... or contribute to my KoFi here: https://ko-fi.com/ryansmithwfiI am teaching classes in Heathen spirituality! You can find out more and sign up at www.onblackwings.com/classes
Gwyn and Ode talk about the Father and Mother of modern witchcraft.
In this episode, I'm joined by Robert Schreiwer, Michelle A. Jones, and Stacey Lynne Stewart to explore Heathen Traditions of the Pennsylvania Dutch: An Urglaawe Primer—an interesting look at a distinct expression of Heathenry rooted in the Pennsylvania Dutch culture. Together, we talk about Urglaawe (or-glaw-VEH), a living spiritual tradition that explores the roots of Germanic Heathen spirituality with regional folklore, language, and lived experience. We discuss its mythology, seasonal practices, and spiritual framework, as well as how other local related traditions like Hexerei and Braucherei intersect with—but remain distinct from—Urglaawe itself. We talk about what it means to practice a land-based, culturally rooted tradition in the modern world, and how Urglaawe offers a path that is both inclusive and deeply tied to place—integrating the seasons and environment where you live with your practice. Whether you're new to Heathenry and exploring its different expresssions or looking to expand your understanding of regional traditions, this discussion will give you insights to a unique practice. The book is available from Llewellyn on their website, at your local bookstore, and online. # # # Resources # # # The Urglaawe page: https://www.urglaawe.org Urglaawe Facebook Group: Stacey: IG @the_accidental_urglaawer, Blog Robert: IG @schreiwer Michelle: Facebook Deitsch Girl Displaced # # # This book was sent to me by the publisher. I have not been compensated for this interview or review, and my opinions are my own. Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr Subscribe to Substack: https://giftsofthewyrd.substack.com/ Instagram: @wyrdgifts1 Facebook: @GiftsoftheWyrd Email: giftsofthwyrd@gmail.com Order The Christmas Oracle Deck created by me and artist Vinnora at https://feniksshop.etsy.com follow FB/IG: @thechristmasoracle Music. Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com Intro: Land of 8 Bits. Outro: JPOP. Gifts of the Wyrd Logo Created by Xan Folmer. Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy. Studio recordings using Zencastr and Audacity.
There's something I've been noticing for a while now…A lot of people are inspired by Heathenry. They feel connected to it. They resonate with it deeply. But very few people are actually disciplined in it.And that's not an insult... it's an observation.Because somewhere along the way, modern Heathenry became a space where inspiration is abundant… but structure is optional. And today I want to talk about what I see as a growing issue: the discipline gap in modern Heathenry.Early access granted to Jarl tier patrons and above.Support Midgard Musings By Clicking Here: https://linktr.ee/MidgardMusingsClick here to visit Fjallvaettir Workshop: https://fjallvaettir.com/Donate to my mother's-in-law GoFundMe for medical equipment upgrades: https://gofund.me/43c134d0Pick up your copy of my book "The Saga Of The Heron That Flies To Hel" on Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, or a paperback copy on Lulu.Pre-order my new music album "Till The Final Twilight Dies" here.
This meditation helps the practitioner remind themselves of what brings them joy, comfort, and fulfillment. It works by interacting with the Norns, calling forth what is in your consciousness, and utilizes the Calming the Sea & Sky meditation.Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/wayw... or contribute to my KoFi here: https://ko-fi.com/ryansmithwfiI am teaching classes in Heathen spirituality! You can find out more and sign up at www.onblackwings.com/classes
This episode dives into the place of two particular animals in Nordic myth: goats and horses. Join your host for a short trip through the examples we have of goats from Nordic myth, the best of horses, the qualities of both animals in myth, and more!Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/wayw... or contribute to my KoFi here: https://ko-fi.com/ryansmithwfiI am teaching a new round of classes! You can find out more and sign up at www.onblackwings.com/classes
Gwyn and Ode (+Jax!) talk about Shapash, Anat, Nanahuatzin, Huixtocihuatl, Ah Puch and Kalfu.Special Guest: Jax.
In this week's episode, we're joined by Nordic witch, rune reader, and author of Queering the Runes, Siri Vincent Plouff, for a deep and delightfully bird-filled dive into runic magic. Siri shares the wild origin story of being claimed by Odin via the infamous “Minneapolis Murder” of crows, how that encounter led them into Heathenry, and what it really means to build a relationship with the runes as living spirits. We unpack common misconceptions about Norse culture, hint it is more than just Viking bros and dreads, the impact of Christianization on the myths, and how Hollywood has flattened an incredibly rich and complex spiritual history.Most importantly, we explore what it means to queer the runes, both as an identity and as a verb. Siri breaks down gender fluidity and performance in Old Norse mythology, Loki's shapeshifting chaos, Odin's relationship to feminine magic, and how queering spiritual systems helps us break out of rigid, heteronormative frameworks. We also talk about ethical rune practice, avoiding white supremacist co-optation, and simple low spoon ways to incorporate runes into daily life, including body poses, pocket magic, and protection work. Whether you're rune curious or already in deep, this conversation will expand your understanding of Nordic magic and maybe even your definition of tradition itself.Find more about Siri below:WebsitePatreonHeathen's Journey PodcastChaos and Cunning PodcastBlueSkyInstagramTikTokRegister for the Queering the Runes courseOrder Molly's book Mundane Magic A Lazy Witch's Guide to Hacking Your Brain, Building a Daily Practice, and Getting Stuff DoneJoin our Patreon for bonus episodes, magical downloads, and unhinged side quests: https://www.patreon.com/demystifymagic
Support Midgard Musings By Clicking Here: https://linktr.ee/MidgardMusingsClick here to visit Fjallvaettir Workshop: https://fjallvaettir.com/Donate to my mother's-in-law GoFundMe for medical equipment upgrades: https://gofund.me/43c134d0Pick up your copy of my book "The Saga Of The Heron That Flies To Hel" on Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, or a paperback copy on LuluPre-order my new music album "Till The Final Twilight Dies" here. In an age where spirituality is increasingly mediated through screens, a hard question has to be asked: are we living Heathenry… or just performing it online?In this solo deep dive, I explore the growing tension between digital identity and embodied practice — how easy it has become to feel spiritually engaged while remaining physically disconnected from the work that actually roots this path in our lives.This isn't a condemnation of online community. It's a call to awareness.If Heathenry is shaping you, it should show up in more than your feed.
Breathing Away Anxiety is a simple, grounding meditation meant to help dispel anxiety and reach a state of calm. This one is fairly simple, can be done under most circumstances, and is easy to adapt.
Gwyn and Ode (+Jax!) discuss making things.
We face times that try our souls so the real question facing us is: will you fight or will you hide? Join your host for a voyage through why Heathens and Pagans cannot stay on the sidelines of this struggle, how taking a stand is justified by Heathen principles, and more!Deaths by ICEIn Their Own Words - ICE in the Twin Cities feat. Ben and SiriSeth Staton Watkins on YouTubeWant to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/wayw... or contribute to my KoFi here: https://ko-fi.com/ryansmithwfi
Trigger warning: description of gun violence and death.
What happens when we prioritize living relationships over written sources?Rather than centering the conversation on sagas, academic reconstruction, or even the Gods themselves, this discussion leans heavily into animism—the lived reality of a world that is active, aware, and responsive. We talk about why a Heathenry rooted only in texts risks becoming stagnant, abstract, and disconnected from the very worldview that once gave it life.To get in touch with Chris about the book project he mentions towards the end of this episode, you can email him at: cmwaddellpoet@gmail.comSupport Midgard Musings By Clicking Here: https://linktr.ee/MidgardMusingsClick here to visit Fjallvaettir Workshop: https://fjallvaettir.com/Donate to my mother's-in-law GoFundMe for medical equipment upgrades: https://gofund.me/43c134d0
On December 1st, ICE launched Operation Metro Surge and dispatched thousands of agents to the Twin Cities, a city which also happens to be the home of one of the largest Pagan communities in the United States. Join your host for a conversation with Minneapolis Heathen Godi Ben and friend of the pod Siri on how the ICE operation has impacted life in Minnesota, the interfaith resistance, and more!Stand With MinnesotaSiri is now enrolling students in their intensive Queering the Runes course of study. You can find more information at their Patreon!Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/wayw... or contribute to my KoFi here: https://ko-fi.com/ryansmithwfi
Gwyn and Ode (+Jax) talk about (mostly) mystery cults in ancient Greece. Special Guest: Jax.
Gwyn and Ode (+ Jax!) talk about effigies. Special Guest: Jax.
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Gwyn and Ode talk the Victorian era and Victorian Christmas traditions.
Runecasting is one of the best known forms of Heathen, Nordic, and Germanic divination. Join your host for a short walk through the whys and hows of runic divination.Explainer - DivinationWant to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/wayw... or contribute to my KoFi here: https://ko-fi.com/ryansmithwfiI am teaching classes on Inclusive Nordic Spirituality! You can find out more and sign up at this link: http://www.onblackwings.com/classes
What does it mean to be a warrior when the odds are not in your favor and even the world seems to have turned its back on you? Welcome to the world of the heroes in Northern European myth. The divine heroes Beowulf, Sigurd, and Starkadr and the Germanic warriors who venerated them, lived in a world of stark extremes, where courage, honor, and strength were tested at every turn. Their stories weren't just entertainment; they were guides for living boldly in a harsh and uncertain world.While we no longer live in these warrior cultures of the past, those of us attempting to walk this path in the modern world still face the same eternal questions:How do you live knowing that everything you love will one day die?How do you act with honor in a world no longer believes in it?How do you continue to fight when you feel as though the battle cannot be won?This is the world these warriors inhabited, and through their deeds, their trials, and their defiance, we find answers to the timeless questions of how to live, act, and fight with honor today.So, strap in and get ready for a wild ride through the world of the Germanic Hero. It's all in this episode of the Pearl Snap Tactical Podcast!Resources:Laughing Shall I Die: The Lives and Deaths of the Vikings, Tom ShippeySaga of the Volsungs, translated by Jackson CrawfordThe History of the Danes, Saxo GrammaticusBeowulf, translated by Seamus HeaneySupport the showGet Members Only Content when you upgrade to a premium membership on our Substack page. Click here.Link up with us:Website: Pearl Snap TacticalInstagram: Pearl Snap Tactical X: Pearl Snap TaciticalThe views and opinions expressed by the guests do not necessarily reflect those of the host, this podcast or affiliates. The information provided in these shows are for educational purposes do not constitute legal advice. Those interest in training in the use of firearms or other self-defense applications are advised to seek out a professional, qualified instructor.(Some of the links in the episode show notes are affiliate links. This means that if you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products or services we have personally used and believe will add value to our listeners.)
Support Midgard Musings By Clicking Here: https://linktr.ee/MidgardMusingsClick here to visit Fjallvaettir Workshop: https://fjallvaettir.com/Donate to my mother's-in-law GoFundMe for medical equipment upgrades: https://gofund.me/43c134d0Follow Chloe:Everheart Empire — everheartempire.com (where you can also find the link to download the "Digital Havamal" app on your mobile device)Vanaheim Vibes Podcast — available wherever you listenHer favorite modern philosopher: Slavoj Zizek
Gwyn and Ode talk about many Yule-related things they've discussed before, relay dead-simple recipes for Yuletime treats, and in general have a great time chit-chatting.
Gwyn and Ode tell four short spooky stories, and showcase the musical talents of Rhiannon Grey. Happy Halloween, and blessed Samhain! Rhiannon's music video can be found here: Youtube (https://youtu.be/PZLtS31SXUU) And she has graciously made the assets available here: Google Drive (https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1WKEewNRJIAUl3QBARnI1OzHYDvGxE6rh?usp=sharing)
Gwyn and Ode talk about the principles of cosmic horror, how it compares to religious experiences, and whether there's a Cthulu egregore (yeah, probably).
For Spooktober, we will be doing a meditation which helps you commune with the dead. It helps for this meditation to have a picture or possession of the dead you are seeking to connect with.Lifting the VeilI am teaching classes on Nordic Ritual and Inclusive Spirituality! You can find out more and sign up at this link: http://www.onblackwings.com/classesWant to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/wayw... or contribute to my KoFi here: https://ko-fi.com/ryansmithwfi
Gwyn and Ode talk about having already talked about every spooky thing they can think of, and then talk about those things anyway.
Gwyn and Ode talk about Grand Rapids Pagan Pride 2025, joy under fascism, and shutting up.
What does it mean to be unbreakable? In this episode, we explore the heroic mindset found in myth, philosophy, and warrior tradition. Drawing from a particular story from the Viking Age, we'll uncover how ancient lessons can guide us in building resilience, honor, and strength in a modern world that seeks to weaken men. This is about more than survival, it's about becoming unbreakable.This is a deeper riff off the previous episode I did with John Michael Greer on operationalizing myth. You can listen to that one first if you need some more background on the topic, or not. This episode can stand on its own.Enjoy!Resources:The Poetic Edda, Lee Hollander The Seeds of Yggrasill, Maria KvilhaugThe Power of Myth, Joseph CampbellSupport the showGet Members Only Content when you upgrade to a premium membership on our Substack page. Click here.Link up with us:Website: Pearl Snap TacticalInstagram: Pearl Snap Tactical X: Pearl Snap TaciticalThe views and opinions expressed by the guests do not necessarily reflect those of the host, this podcast or affiliates. The information provided in these shows are for educational purposes do not constitute legal advice. Those interest in training in the use of firearms or other self-defense applications are advised to seek out a professional, qualified instructor.(Some of the links in the episode show notes are affiliate links. This means that if you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products or services we have personally used and believe will add value to our listeners.)
There is little question that a militant, aggressive kind of Christianity is now on the march to domination. If those of us, including the Pagan & Witch movements, wish to survive & overcome these times then we need to start asking what a world after Christian hegemony will look like. Join your host for what this means for religion & society, how we might get there, and more!In Defense of Puritanism by Atun-Shei FilmsThe Diggers from the Revolutions PodcastI am teaching Intro to Nordic Paganism and Intro to Inclusive Practice remotely this September! You can register by going to the Fire & Ice Teaching Collective classes listing at this link: http://www.onblackwings.com/classesWant to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/wayw... or contribute to my KoFi here: https://ko-fi.com/ryansmithwfi
Gwyn and Ode talk about the crimes of Epstein and Maxwell, the search for accountability and justice, and respect for the survivors.
Hey Gang! Welcome to Weird Web Radio! This episode features Bat Collazo! Bat is one of my favorite humans in life, and I'm honored to call Bat my friend! SUPER IMPORTANT - CONTENT WARNING - Discussion including the topics of child sexual abuse, and association with known predators happens around the one hour mark. There is also an audio content warning before it begins so you can be informed for your own safety. This is all part of the discussion concerning the Troth's removal of Diana Paxson. At no point in this conversation is Diana Paxson accused of any crimes. At the time of this episode release there is also no public response from Diana Paxson concerning Bat's allegations or The Troth's removal. Bat and I first dig into ghosts and hauntings! Then we have to chat about Loki and family! We get into magic, ritual, and all kinds of fun rabbit holes. The discussion does include a section concerning Bat's role and experiences concering xer enormous integrity and courage as the whistleblower in The Troth's removal of Diana Paxson in 2024. See the content warning above. BAT'S BIO: Bat Collazo is a queer, multiracial Heathen, Pagan, and witch, with lifelong enthusiasm and close to 15 years of active practice. As an animist, the core of Bat's practice is relationality with others and Others as complex, real people with agency. Bat strives to resist authoritarianism, abuse, and oppression, and to help build freer, healthier ways of being. Bat's magical focus includes but is not limited to Germanic spirituality, traditional fairies, the dead, and the land, with formal, oathed commitments to the Norse god Loki, Robin Goodfellow, and the folkloric Jack. Bat is a published author and poet, the editor of Blood Unbound: A Loki Devotional, and a work-in-progress classical singer, which is, in part, a devotional act for Odin, giver of breath. For more publications, info, and events, check out batcollazo.com. BAT on The Web: Personal / Professional Site - https://batcollazo.com Relevant Links: Troth Response After Bat's Allegations: https://thetroth.org/official-announcements/public-statement-regarding-allegations-against-troth-elder/ Troth Announcement of Diana Paxson's Removal: https://thetroth.org/official-announcements/diana-paxson-removed-from-the-troth/ The Wild Hunt Coverage of Diana's Removal From The Troth: https://wildhunt.org/2024/05/the-troth-removes-diana-paxson-from-all-positions-in-unanimous-decision.html Enjoy the show! Stay Weird! Want to know what Bat and I Talk about in the bonus portion?! All that and more in the members only bonus audio extended interview! Join here! It's time to sport a new look? Hell yes! Check out the Official Weird Web Radio Store for Shirts, Hoodies, Hats, and more! Real quick! Do you want a Tarot Reading from an international award winning professional? Look no more! I'm here! Go to my site http://tarotheathen.com to reserve your reading today! You can also come join the Facebook discussion group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weirdwebradio/ New Instagram for Weird Web Radio! Follow for unique content and videos! https://www.instagram.com/weirdwebradio/ You can make a One-Time Donation to help support the show and show some love! Is this show worth a dollar to you? How about five dollars? Help support this podcast! That gets you into the Weird Web Radio membership where the extra goodies appear! Join the membership at patreon.com/weirdwebradio or at weirdwebradio.com and click Join the Membership! SHOW NOTES: SUBSCRIBE ON Apple Podcasts, Amazon Podcasts, and Spotify! Also streaming on mobile apps for podcasts! Intro voice over by Lothar Tuppan. Outro voice over by Lonnie Scott Intro & Outro Music by Nine Inch Nails on the album ‘7', song title ‘Ghost', under Creative Commons License.
Gwyn and Ode (+Jax!) talk about feasts, festivals, and fancy teas. Special Guest: Jax.
Gwyn and Ode talk about what the fuck is up with the Supreme Court, how it's supposed to work, how it seems to actually work, and what that means.
Send us a textIn this episode, our guest is Witch and Heathen priestess Irene Glasse. Irene is a teacher, tarot reader, oracular trance practitioner, musician with the Pagan band Kindred Crow, and a powerful ritualist and community leader based in Western Maryland. She serves as president of Frederick CUUPS, and is on the board of the Sacred Space Foundation.I had the pleasure of meeting Irene in person at Sacred Space 2025, where her group led a fantastic Seidr ritual for attendees. In this conversation, we dive into Heathenry, oracular trance, ethics in divination, and the importance of building lasting spiritual community.Learn more about Irene Glasse:https://glassewitchcottage.com/Check out her music with Kindred Crow:https://www.kindredcrow.com/Coffee and Divination is now on YouTube! Please subscribe, give us a like, and leave a 5-star review if you enjoy the show—it really helps others find us! https://www.youtube.com/@CoffeeandDivination Live in the NYC area?Join JoAnna on June 20th in Prospect Park for the Witch Day Camp Intensive, hosted by the North Wyldewood Tradition. JoAnna will be leading an intermediate-level workshop on divination, and the event will feature multiple rituals, workshops, and journeys in a beautiful outdoor setting.Learn more at: https://www.northwyldewood.com
Gwyn and Ode (+Jax!) discuss our local Pride event, what the vibe was like, and bringing more queer energy into your practice. Discord Link: discord.gg/ENF867k GoFundMe for Balthazar: https://gofund.me/c2715872 Special Guest: Jax.
Support Midgard Musings By Clicking Here: https://linktr.ee/MidgardMusingsClick here to visit Fjallvaettir Workshop: https://fjallvaettir.com/Read this blog from Wind In The Worldtree on there being no future in online Heathenry... https://windintheworldtree.wordpress.com/2020/12/10/there-is-no-future-in-online-heathenry/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Gwyn and Ode talk about what options exist for leaving the country, what options do not exist for leaving the country, how to move from a conservative to a progressive area, the spiritual aspects of doing so, and how you can stay where you are mindfully, as an act of resistance. Balthazar, the podcast cat, needs some health care! If you'd like to help, here's a GoFundMe (https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-our-beloved-balthazar-eat-again?lang=en_US&utm_campaign=man_ss_icons&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link)
Gwyn and Ode (+Jax!) talk about re-exploring the magic of childhood summers, and also beauty and hotness, and also camping indoors. Special Guest: Jax.
Hop in the truck, gents! We're going on a journey - the Hero's Journey.In this episode, we break down Joseph Campbell's Hero's Journey and explore how this mythic roadmap still shapes the challenges we face today — from fear and failure to growth and mastery. Using legendary figures from myth and legend, we connect each stage of the journey to real-world lessons for military, law enforcement, and anyone walking a hard road with purpose.Join us as we capture: - Practical applications for resilience, mindset, and leadership - Mythic insights from Norse and Greek heroes - Why the Hero's Journey still matters in a collapsing cultureBelieve me, if you're on the Warrior's Path, you don't want to miss this one!So pull up a chair and sit a spell as we embark upon the Hero's Journey together!Resources:The Hero With A Thousand Faces, Joseph CampbellBeowulf, Tom Shippey translationThe Odyssey, Homer (Robert Fagles translation)Support the showGet Members Only Content when you upgrade to a premium membership on our Substack page. Click here.Link up with us:Website: Pearl Snap TacticalInstagram: Pearl Snap Tactical X: Pearl Snap TaciticalThe views and opinions expressed by the guests do not necessarily reflect those of the host, this podcast or affiliates. The information provided in these shows are for educational purposes do not constitute legal advice. Those interest in training in the use of firearms or other self-defense applications are advised to seek out a professional, qualified instructor.(Some of the links in the episode show notes are affiliate links. This means that if you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products or services we have personally used and believe will add value to our listeners.)
Gwyn and Ode talk about the fact that everything is about to get more expensive.
Gwyn and Ode talk about gratitude practices and their myriad benefits.
Gwyn and Ode talk about what's happened so far, what's probably coming up, and bolstering ourselves against all of that. Also for some reason we sound like we're recording at the bottom of a well! Mysterious!