Circle Talk

Hogmanay and Other New Year Traditions Explore some of old and new ways of welcoming in the new calendar year, including the kindling of celebratory fires and the singing of Auld Lang Syne, customs from the Scottish Yuletide & New Year festivities known as Hogmanay. Encore presentation from 2013.

New Year Magic Explore some ancient and contemporary ways of celebrating the ending and beginning of the calendar year, including year-in-review, home blessing, charitable giving, fireworks, revelry, meditation, resolutions, and divination. Encore presentation from 2016

Due to the hosts having caught the current cold bug going around, they are unable to perform the intended ritual. Please enjoy this encore presentation of Circle Talk from 2016 where Jeanet and David welcomed guests Michelle Castle and Eric Eldritch to discuss Yule Traditions.

Pagan Roots of Christmas Examine Pagan origins of Christmas symbols and customs around the world and discover ways of celebrating cultural and religious diversity throughout the holidays season. Encore from December 23, 2014

Winter Solstice Ritual Welcome in Winter & the New Solar Year with this Yuletide candle-lighting ceremony that includes chanting, guided meditations & spiritual workings for Peace on Earth and Peace Within. Encore presentation from 2012

Winter Solstice around the World Discover some ways that Winter Solstice has been celebrated across cultures and through the ages and in contemporary times.

Guest:  Jenya T. Beach Join us on Circle Talk as Jenya T. Beachy takes us on a transformational journey through shadowlands and starry steppes into the deepest heart of Self. She is the author of "In The Secret Country of Yourself". We will be discussing her book and all things magickal.  

Yuletide Giftbringers Discover the Pagan & Christian roots of Santa Claus. Explore the lore of other Yule Giftbringers including Holda (Germany) Julnisse (Norway), Yulet Goat (Finland), Father Christmas (France), Krampus (Austria), La Befana (Italy), Old Man Frost (Lithuania), St. Nicholas (Holland), Grandfather Snow (Uzbekistan), Santa Lucia (Sweden), and others. Encore presentation from 2012

December is a time when we prepare for the shortest days and longest night's of the year.  On this month's full moon, called the Cold Moon and the Long Night's Moon we will work on ridding ourselves of baggage and activities that no longer serve us, and perform spellwork on those things we aspire to in the new year.  

Healing & Wellness at Yuletide Explore ways to dispel winter blues, reduce holiday stress, and heal from loss and painful memories during the Yuletide season.  Learn ways to create personal and household rituals and traditions that promote well-being and joy. Encore presentation from December 6, 2016

Sacred Plants of Winter Solstice Learn about the folklore & ritual uses of oak, mistletoe, holly, ivy, pine, fir, birch, apples, wheat, frankincense, bayberry, and other plants connected with Yuletide. Discover old & new ways to deck the halls with evergreen trees, wreaths, garlands, kissing balls, pomanders, and other creations. Encore presentation from 2012

Santa & Krampus Traditions Learn about Yuletide lore and customs connected with Santa Claus as Pagan God and Christian Saint and his sometime associate, the Beast Krampus.

Crafting Yuletide Celebrations Get ideas for creating a series of festive observances of the Winter Solstice holidays time. Explore ways to incorporate ancient & contemporary customs, symbols, & rites into personal household & community celebrations. Encore presentation from 2012

The dark time of the year can be a powerful time for introspection and meditation. It is also a time when many seek to connect with those friends and family who have passed beyond the veil.  In this encore show from November 2015 Jeanet and David Ewing discuss various methods for connecting with family, community, and spiritual ancestors.

Cornocopia Magic Work with a Cornucopia as a ritual tool and symbol to celebrate the harvest, attune to the seasons, express gratitude, and enhance prosperity.  This is an encore presentation from September 2014.

 Powers of Thanksgiving Personal and community rituals of gratitude and thanksgiving.  Includes Thankgiving meditation ritual. Encore presentation from 2013

Celebrating Nature's Diversities Join Selena Fox for a discussion on enhancing awareness and celebration of diversity within humankind and the greater Circle of Nature of which we are a part.

Arthur Hinds Join us on Circle Talk as we chat with and listen to the music of Arthur Hinds. Arthur Hinds is a very talented musician, storyteller and student of the Bardic Path whose work enlivens both the mythic traditions and the emotional life of Paganism. Come and listen to his music, both new and favorite classics. This is an encore presentation of his appearance in 2013 on Circle Talk where...

Powers of the Crone Connecting and working with the Goddess as Crone and Her powers of Wisdom, Maturity, Inner Sight, Release, Healing, Death & Rebirth. Encore presentation from 2012

The dark time of the year can be a powerful time to perform introspective work, shadow work, and baneful magic. Join us as we discuss all of this and more with Asheville's Village Witch, author and folklorist Byron Ballard!

Tree Rituals Join Selena Fox for a discussion on sacred work with trees.

American Veterans Day Ceremony Veterans Day ritual of remembrance, appreciation, and support for Military Pagans and their loved ones. Encore presentation from 2014

Nature Wisdom Ways Join Selena Fox for a discussion exploring some ancient and contemporary paths of Nature Spirituality.

Buckland Museum of Magic and Witchcraft Join us on Circle Talk as we chat with the owner and the curator of the Buckland Museum of Magic and Witchcraft in Cleveland, Ohio. Raymond Buckland started The Buckland Museum of Witchcraft and Magick in 1966. After visiting the late Gerald Gardner and his collection on the Isle of Man, Raymond was inspired to start a collection of his own. We will find out...

Death Transitions Rituals, life reviews, conversations, guided meditations, and other spiritual support for those dying and their loved ones. Encore presentation from 2014