Honey and the Hex

Spring is here! Ostara, also known as the Spring Equinox, is a pagan festival that celebrates the arrival of spring and the balance of day and night. It is one of the eight Sabbats in the wheel of the year, marking the midpoint between the Winter Solstice and the Summer Solstice. In this episode, we explore the goddess Eostre, why eggs are main character energy, and Ostara celebrations.  Egg spell...

Romulus and Remus, Mary Kate, and Ashley. It’s hard to deny that the world finds twins fascinating. But what of the mythology and the darker side of our obsession? Today we explore twins Joanna and Jacqueline Pollock, whose family was convinced they were the reincarnation of their siblings who tragically died -  and Broadmoor’s Silent Twins, Jennifer and June Gibbons, who created a secret language...

When you think of Valentine’s Day, do you think of commercial hell wrapped in a bow? What if we told you you could exchange that cheap chocolate and cuddly bear for a blood-lusted orgy and a new partner every year? In this episode, we explore how a Roman orgy, goat thongs, and an executed priest shape the 14th of February.  Content warning: animal sacrifice, adult themes Join our Coven on Instagra...

How much would you risk for aesthetically pleasing walls? Just ask the Victorians. Their lust for lavish lifestyles resulted in their swift demise. In this episode we explore a beautiful but deadly pigment, William Morris’ mesmorising patterns and the so called inheritance powder that may have poisoned Napoleon. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandt...

Don’t have a home security system? We’ve got you covered. Stop thieves entering your house by chopping off the left hand of a felon, seasoning it, pickling it in piss and displaying it in your window. In this episode, we explore the uses of the hand of glory, what surfaces in the gallows, and the horrors of Hagley Wood. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@h...

Did you know there are approximately 30 thousand lochs in Scotland? We’ve all heard of the Loch Ness Monster, but how about the lesser-known creatures who inhabit the many waters of Scotland? Today we explore the bonnie bonnie banks of Loch Lomond and what lies beneath the lyrics Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ . If you’d like to support...

Want to know how to get away with not paying your £10000 bill at The Langham, and get a complimentary lifetime stay, and soft towels? Be a ghost! In this episode, we explore The Langham's sordid history, mysterious guests, and the horror behind room 333. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ . If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a...

Disclaimer: This isn’t Twilight. London in the 1970s was in a vampire frenzy. And who better to solve it than two self-proclaimed vampire hunters battling it out on Parliament Hill? Sit back, grab a stake and your favourite libation, as we take you on a journey from Victorian > 1970s paranormal London. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠...

Un-Loki for some? It is said that If 13 people sit at a table, then one of them must die within a year and Fear of the number 13 is widespread in Western superstition. But how did the number and Friday become such an infamous collab? Whack on your Jason Voorhees hockey mask as we explore Loki’s gatecrash into the Valhala private feast, the 13th guest at “The Last Supper” and the real-life phobia o...

No time to wash your clothes this month? Look no further, the Bean Nighe is here for you. She offers a free laundrette service from her business by the river - hashtag Girlboss! The only catch? Your clothes must be covered in your own blood, and you may not live to see your fresh linen. In this episode we explore one of Scotland’s most chilling omens: The Bean Nighe, washerwoman of death. Join our...

Imagine you’re walking the beach, about to go fishing for your supper, but instead unearth a gigantic Bronze Age monument which had been submerged under the water for thousands of years. That’s exactly what happened to John Lorimer in the Spring of 1998, but that’s not the end of this controversial story. Today we plunge into the water as we voyage to Holme Beach in Norfolk. Throw your anchor out...

If you live in London, it’s likely you use the tube most days without a second thought. Did it ever occur to you that we shouldn’t really have dug that deep - through plague pits, burial sites and sacred soil.  In this episode, we explore the hauntings of the London Underground, the tragedies on the tracks and the trapped souls still plaguing the lines. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex...

You’re living in Medieval times and your neighbor accuses you of stealing their favourite spoon but do you get a fair trial? Of course! Just whack out the sieve and shears and leave it to Divination. In this episode, we explore the uses of Cunning magick to find stolen treasure, heal ailments and even seek revenge. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeya...

An insight or refresher of the Sabbat! Imbolc, also known as Saint Brigid's Day, is the halfway point between the winter solstice (Yule) and the spring equinox (Ostara). Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ . If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@t...

Want to marry the love of your life? Then you better not mess with the fae. This is a live episode recorded at the London Podcast Festival, with special guest The Mage’s Well. Journey with us to the Isle of Man, expect life-sucking banshees, feisty fae and crushing warnings of greed. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ . If you’d like to sup...

Strolling along Camden High Street today, it is hard to imagine a time when it was rural. A time where witches inhabited what are now our local haunts (literally). If you’ve never picked up a ouija board during a drag show, then look no further... join us in the iconic Black Cap pub! Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ . If you’d like to sup...

Where do science, spirits and plants combine? This episode we chat with Medical Herbalist Vicky Chown about plant folklore, the synergy of nature and how to avoid accidentally poisoning your friends. Vicky was born and raised in London. She had a calling to study nature from a young age and didn't let city living get in the way. Her passion for herbs led her to work for Neal’s Yard Remedies fo...

Can’t afford £13,000 rent a month in Mayfair? No worries, we have the perfect place for you to haunt without paying a penny! Come spook around W1 with us as we explore the terrifying stories of London’s paranormal property and the mist in the attic that frightens people to death. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ . If you’d like to support...

Grab that tomato juice and cover your mirrors! Today we explore the terrifying truths behind the woman reflected in your nightmares. Expect Tudor infused dread garnished with period pains so bad that you’ll need to burn a heretic at the stake! Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ . If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://k...

Prep your saddle… the UK is infested with headless horsemen. In this episode we gallop through the lands of Scotland and Buckinghamshire where we uncover the real people behind the legend. Heads will roll! Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ . If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Ho...

The motorway construction that rocked an ancient burial ground nearby; could this be the reason behind the inexplicable hauntings at Bluebell Hill? In today’s episode we explore the ghostly hitchhiker who plagues the A229 in Kent. Buckle up! Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ . If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-...

Is Santa just a milk ‘n’ cookie inhaling deity in disguise? Were Blink 182 right when they said “Halloween on Christmas”? Join us for Victorian vegan eggnog, Bible-banned Christmas trees and unsolicited singing. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ . If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank yo...

Lock up your windows Leicester! This episode we chat about Legend Black Annis. We explore her role as a bogeyman figure throughout time and her alleged taste for children/fashion - and even a mention on HBO! Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ . If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you! ...

Have you ever wondered how Samhain became Halloween? In this episode we discuss how folk spent this time, how it’s been kept alive and the ways in which it is celebrated today. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ . If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ &...