Turns Out She's a Witch

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses themes of trauma and family violence. Please listen with care and seek support if needed. In this illuminating episode, Shannon and Laura welcome Womancraft Publishing author Coco Oya Cienna Rey, a mystic, soul guide, and devoted Tantric practitioner. Coco shares her heartfelt journey of unearthing the sacred wisdom within the body, healing trauma, and embra...

Shannon and Laura are joined by Daniela, who recorded this interview from her remote cabin the Swiss countryside. Daniela discusses Shamanism, and her experiences with this age-old training steeped in tradition, reverence and culture. She also speaks about her value of ‘no bullshit’ to keep us all honest with what is real and authentic. Her work is deeply rooted in giving the medicine back to the...

It’s story time! This episode if full of magic and mystery that will open your eyes to see the signs held within spilt milk, white feathers and even perfect strangers... There's the sweetest visitation story from a family member who has crossed over, support from a departed friend, a spirit riding around in a car - and a chance meeting with a stranger. This story sparked intrigue into wonderin...

Rachel joins Shannon and Laura all the way from North Wales, UK. Rachel is the Creatrix of ‘Wolf Woman Rising’, a school where she empowers you to embody wisdom, reclaim your wild side and create a life lived on purpose. This episode digs into many aspects of Rachel’s knowledge base and skillset, from her interest in Roman mythology, religion, wolfy witchcraft and sacred dance. Rachel is an author...

Shannon and Laura are delighted to be chatting to a creative and magical couple, Matt & Hope Hughes, creators of Ethereal Visions Publishing Company. They are about to launch their latest project, Musica Universalis Zodiac Oracle deck, with the help of Kickstarter , and informative aspects from Astrologer, Cristina Farella. Tune in to hear about how this project has been developed step by step...

Fiona Horne returns for her 4th interview with us to talk about her brand new release, Lost Book of Spells! This collection draws together over 30 years of spells - old and new - created by Fiona and her wealth of knowledge and experience. This book holds everything from traditional topics such as love and relationships, self-care and wellbeing, money and work - plus modern issues such as social m...

Megan Cook owns and curates The Sacred Shoppe in Canberra, Australia. In addition to this she hosts ‘The Sacred’ online space, both are a haven of magic and thoughtful rituals for the home and soul. Settle in for a cozy chat as we get to know more about Megan, the energetics of our homes and hearth-craft. This interview is a grounding and nourishing listen full of intentional ideas on how we can s...

Regan Caruthers is the author of ‘Tragic Magic’, her story of awakening, navigating ‘dark nights of the soul’, love and sovereignty. It's clear through our conversation that Regan is familiar with sitting in the vulnerable space of sharing deep soul lessons that come through the challenges of life. Shannon and Laura have a heartfelt chat with Regan about these themes as well as delving into he...

Shannon and Laura get resourceful this week and talk about some regular household items to explore from the magical perspective. This episode is sure to appeal to the practical, sustainable, and ever financially savvy witches out there! You might see your chopping board in a new light after this ep. What are some of your fave pantry items? Support Turns Out She’s a Witch- over on Patreon, click be...

It’s Season 8! This first episode back has Shannon and Laura talking all about altars - how they use them, where they are located and what's on them. As you will hear there is no right or wrong way to create an altar! No matter what your spiritual practices or magical inclinations there will be an altar to support yourself and your magical workings. As Shannon says - ‘It’s just like creating a...

Shannon and Laura weigh in on a great Listener question before sharing some updates for this awesome podcast, and reflecting on Season 7! We’ve had a season full of amazing guests- some feel like familiar friends now that they’ve made (multiple) return visits! Others have been ‘first-timers’, either way, each and every guest has imparted such deep, powerful and healing insights through conversatio...

Lauren is a former Registered NICU Nurse and has cared for over 7000 critically unwell babies in various international nurseries, as well as many more babies in spirit. Shannon and Laura talk with Lauren about returning to work following a near-death experience, and the surprising realisation that unfolded. Lauren's work life has evolved incredibly since that time, she believes that babies are...

Rebecca Campbell joins Shannon and Laura for her third interview on the podcast, this time to talk about her brand new book ‘Your Soul had a Dream, Your Life is it’. Uncovering and exploring deep personal experiences of growth, grief, descent, healing, and wisdom within this human experience we call life... Rebecca is so generous with her time and shares insights behind what brought this book into...

Tune in for an interesting selection of stories submitted by our wonderful listeners- including some that are very close to home. Learn why our dear friend and mentor, Stacey Demarco turned down thousands of dollars! Hear stories of synchronicities, Divine Timing, loved ones in Spirit sending messages- and even phone calls! Happy Birthday Millie!! XX Divine Tool of the Week Lemurian Quartz Sources...

Shannon and Laura have burrowed into all kinds of curious rabbit holes - dare we say witch pits - to bring you this episode of randomness. Topics covered include Vivianite, also known as ‘The Crystal of Death’ Source Credit: https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/vivianite-blue-human-remains Witch Pits of Saveock Water, Cornwall United Kingdom. Source Credit: https://archive.archaeology.org/0811/et...

Tehani is an initiated priestess, tarot card reader, reiki and shamanic healer. She was also the co-owner of Melbourne's 'Muses of Mystery' store - and also has a great sense of fun and humour! Tehani joins Shannon and Laura to delve into her brand new book, Dark Arts and Craft, co-authored with Peter Coleman. This is a funny, practical and gorgeously illustrated guide for making magic...

Have you ever wondered what hypnotherapy is and how it works? What about Past Life Regression? Sara is a Clinical Hypnotherapist, with over 6 years of experience in Hypnotherapy and over 20 years of helping people resolve personal and professional issues.  Her special interests include Inner Child Healing, Shadow Work, and Generational Trauma. ‘Back in the day' Sara started off using her intui...

This is an episode that you will most likely want to listen to more than once. Dr. Vanya Lelani received her Ph. D. in Depth Psychology, where her research focused on the archetypal Eve and the power of creative transgression. Published by Womancraft ,  The Flesh and the Fruit: Remembering Eve and the Power of Creative Transgression is part mythological exploration, part cultural commentary, and p...

Claire Obeid returns to the podcast for another nourishing and thought provoking chat about Elemental Womb Magic and Sacred Service (and all the tangents in-between!). Claire has accumulated a vast and intriguing array of training, practice and experience as an Ordained Mary Magdalene Priestess, Womb Awakening Healer, trauma-informed Somatic Life Coach, Energy Medicine practitioner and Pleiadean L...

Andrew is the founder of the Temple of the Soul , a holistic approach to health and wellbeing. He offers Reiki, Energy Healing, Shamanic Healing, Holistic Counselling and Psychedelic Integration on the property where lives with his partner Mel - the beautiful La Tierra Curativa on the Central Coast NSW Australia. Shannon and Laura waste no time getting into the interview with Andrew, the real-talk...

Annwyn Avalon joins the podcast from her current home in Glastonbury, United Kingdom, where she is currently a caretaker and ceremonialist at the sacred waters of the White Spring. Annwyn joins Shannon and Laura to talk about all things water magic - from ritual, deities, mythos and of course a Divine Tool! Annwyn is a Water Priestess and Water Witch with over 10 years of Water Priestess experienc...

The Gosford Glyphs (also referred to as the Kariong Hieroglyphs), are a set of around 300 rock carvings that are associated with many conflicting and intriguing stories of origin. Situated within Brisbane Waters National Park on the New South Wales Central Coast, Australia. They are nestled deep within this intriguing landscape, heavily populated with many Indigenous sacred sites, such as The Gran...

Stacey returns to the podcast to talk about her brand new creation, Queen of the Sun Oracle - and to chat about all things solar magic, mythos and science. Stacey also brings the astronomy facts to share around the 11-year solar cycle, solar flares and solar eclipses. Enjoy this great conversation that weaves mythos, Gods, Goddesses, information and a new way to combine Queen of the Moon Oracle wi...

Sarah Robinson re-joins Shannon and Laura to share some tales from her new book, The Witch and the Wildwood. It’s pages are imbued with the magic of Folklore - Treelore, Gods, Goddesses and some cheeky inhabitants that do not suffer fools lightly! Sarah has become a firm favourite of the podcast! More about Sarah: Bestselling author of Yoga for Witches, Yin Magic, 'Enchanted Journeys: Guided M...

Adam works with his unique artistic talent and ability to connect with and channel the Divine. He asks what is needed to be shown to his client, and provides a storyboard of moving images that can show a client’s guides, soul family, psychic development, as well as past, present and future lives - providing a connection to your Lightwork and Higher Self. Adam re-joins with Shannon and Laura to del...