Bonfire Babble Podcast

We recorded this Episode on February 22nd, 2021 We have a therapy update, we talk about some foundations for spell work, We got your substitutions, Elemental, Gesture Work - just pulling out the old energy ball and forget the rest, we got the Witch that inspired Stevie Nick's Signature look - ok we don't HAVE Her - but we talk about Laurie Cabot and we will be posting some links to those books on...

We don't usually do two interviews in a row but we could NOT wait any longer to share this episode with you. The Crow Deck Tarot is how I discovered MJ ( or... Margaux!). But there is also A new deck you MUST SEE and every adult and kids alike - should own this deck ROAR. The story of how the Crow Deck came to be is AWE. INSPIRING. Manifestation, Crows, and everything in-between Listen on dear one...

We had a BLAST talking music, astrology and tarot with the amazing Cawnawyn Mor – Astrologer and composer. She has an exciting announcement about a creation that will be available to everyone soon so you will want to listen. Cawnawyn will be making a monthly appearance with an astrology update here on Bonfire Babble, but today, sit back and get ready to learn all about her, discover music and reso...

Folks this is a long one and a bit vulnerable. We are sharing some personal experiences here that hopefully will be useful in your own journey and/or established practice. This was recorded A bit ago... before snow LoL oh Me (Detta) of little Faith - if you have seen our Instagram - you know. Let me give you some quick program notes, the song list so to speak for you theatre peeps. 2:10 Quick note...

We have an amazing Hangout - because that it is what it felt like - with Fez Inkwright, Author of Botanical Curses and Poisons: The Shadow Lives Of Plants and Folk Magic and Healing: The Unusual History of Everyday Plants AND A NEW ORCAL card Oh - right did we mention she is wicked talented and does all of her own illustrations - because she is and she does. We talk dream gardens, underrated plant...

Happy Imbolc everyone. For info on this awesome holiday check out last week's episode! TODAY though We talk all things, Corey! Well, Aquarius - and Corey happens to be an Aquarius! We also have for the first time - guest astronomer Cawnawynmor! You will meet her in all her glory later in February! But today she appears at 37:07 SPARKS 47: Corey's Sparks https://www.aintnobodylikethisbody.com/ http...

It is one of my favorite holidays! I think I have to admit they are all my favorites. We have a correction from last week, some moving talk about plants, some history, some celebration and some fun sparks. We hope you enjoy the latest episode! SPARKS Every week we want to shout out who or what is inspiring us and share them with you so you can see if these things "spark" your interest. This week:...

It is January 19th. Please stay safe out there. Physically and Magically. Feel free to check out our warding episode ( body and home protection information in that one) and Our Knot Magic Episode and Sigil Episode also has some protection magic suggestions. Be aware - stay safe. Palmistry! ++If you downloaded before Jan 26th Detta ( hi!) misspoke and I have now learned something new! The Romanian...

Jan 12th, 2021. *We will be posting pix of the cards we talk about on our Instagram page this week. Today we talk about dirt. Ok Pentacles and their association. ONE of them - is the earth "They are treating you like dirt" and many other dirt idioms indicating a clear and COMPLICATED bias to the relationship we have with the physical realm. We will show a lot of the cards Also - If you haven't bee...

Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn and cauldron bubble!  Oh yeah. We are talking potions today. For our mouth, for our body--- what exactly are potions and how do you use them? We talk History ( of course) a couple of tried and true recipes and fun ways we have used them. We also have some exciting announcements and a favor ( the ask is at the end!). This is our first show back after some...

:30 The Bible as a magical resource and the fact that it is a middle eastern text. 9:00 Latkes and other fun celebration stuff 17:46 Odin and Frigga 48:29 Sparks   SPARKS Every week we want to shout out who or what is inspiring us and share them with you so you can see if these things "spark" your interest. This week: Corey: Foxglove Collective Bradetta Buy Nothing Groups - find them on Facebook!...

Ok we do some serious chatting this week folks. We would love it if you want to hang by the bonfire for the entire time but in case you are looking for something specific or if you head back here after listening to find something ... Here you go! Opening: Movie Talk: The Happiest Season 9:28 Right to the Bonfire. The library for Yule and Solstice was last week's ep. 11:ish - Peppermint Pits, Daily...

Some myths, traditions, other cultures like Shab-e Yalda. Happy Winter Solstice a cross counter holiday, Happy Yule - based on --- well. Take a listen. Also congratulations to our very first Giveaway winners! Some resources for the Holidays. Also check out our link tree on instagram for food security and rent security resources. 60 Digital Resources for Mental Health Suicide Prevention Hotline.  S...

We talked a lot and magic applications and uses are "weaved" throughout our "twisted" show today. Knot puns - gotta love them! We start with a Dolly Fest 5:02 Pet Talk 7:58 -Therapy talk and Update - Some Great Metaphors! 13:21 - the Library History of Knots There is "Not" a clear segue into Babble we "intertwine" the two today ( the puns just keep on coming!). Practical applications are also pepp...

As we are halfway through the waning sun cycle - halfway to the Winter Solstice, Yule, Return of the Sun WHERE IS THE LIGHT!? Well - it is a great time for Candle Magic. But seriously Candle Magic is always in season. Today we talk about our obsession of candles themselves but also some candle magic. *Disclaimer / Fire Safety! When burning candles or using any flame PLEASE practice fire safety. Ha...

Our Interview with Darren Jacobs a Psychic, Medium, and energy cleaner. We talk ghosts, energy, acting, being a medium, and walking through the wide wild world! Sparks: Every week we want to shout out who or what is inspiring us and share them with you so you can see if these things “spark” your interest. This week: Corey: The Amazing Felix D'Eon Detta The Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine  Bonfi...

Such a complicated issue. Or is it? Well listen and find out! There are conflicting sources and definitely a whole big bag of opinions... ah opinions - everyone has one. Including us! Detta started as a Wiccan and is moving toward Irish Witchcraft ( but still loves and uses a lot her Wiccan roots). Corey has done some research on Wicca over the years as she has deepened her life as a witch. We dis...

This week, Corey and Detta have the pleasure of interviewing Lindsey aka GutterBruja. :30 First Corey and Detta talk about what or if storytelling, specifically fairytales play a part in their work. Then we hop into some serious magic. Is it right for you? How do you do you practice without appropriating? 8:29 Interview! 34:18: What does your garden grow? Brief mention of Poisoner's garden ( FOR S...

Hi all! Our first Extra-Sode aka Bonus. Corey and Detta talk you through the basics of circle casting. We include and supplement some of the tiles in Corey's post on our Instagram Page. If you want to follow along visually check out that post! This is for anyone but our new Witches may find it especially helpful as we head into Samhain! *Energy Raising is part of ritual. You may choose to do this...

Happy New Year Witches! We babble on quite a bit this episode so let's give you some markers! *Trigger warning: we do talk alcohol in this ep most starting at the end. See our guide below. :30 A little chat then 3:20 Corey dives right in with History of Samhain and some origins 10:28 Samhain Correspondances 12:45 Dia De Muertos 16:57 Movies, Books, Pop Culture Samhain and Dia De Muertos 22:20 Some...

My apologies to those who's reader are reading the entire actual link. ( I keep trying to provide a hyper link but apple does not want to recognize themI will try to solve the issue Sigils - we are talking SIGILS!Sigil:  an inscribed or painted symbol considered to have magical power. ARCHAIC a seal. "the supply wains bore the High King's sigil" LITERARY a sign or symbol. We answer a question from...

Welcome! We had fun with this one and hope you do as well. It is longer than usual so Here is a breakdown of what we cover today. BUT before we get to that. This ep drops as Mercury Goes into retrograde. It goes Direct on November 3rd. If you are in the US - that is a big day. Think about using the energy of Mercury going Direct to boost ethics, honesty, safety, and healing. 0:00-2:56 - Song, Welc...

Today is all about Wards! It is the first in 2020 Samhain Series We answer a question from a listener! Right after that we briefly talk about the loss of Chrissy Teigan's miscarriage. We do not go into details but we send our love and support. Here are some links for all you mom ( and dads) who may have had a similar devastating loss. Link 1 is an individual group This link to Hope after Loss list...

Welcome Our beautiful guest Natalie! Founder of Heart of Hathor IG @heart.of.hathor FB @heartofhathor27 Detta here: As I say in the podcast I believe the study of Witchcraft is a little like a liberal arts education - you study other subjects that may inform your practice, those studies may enhance your practice or you may decide it was interesting but nothing to do with your work. Light Language...

Today we share a brief moment in memory of RBG. The energy of grief and flowing. Then we focus on raising energy for spell work, honoring, and celebration and grounding that energy to keep you safe. Lastly, Ingredients and structures of spells, establishing relationships with deities - The foundation. Sparks Lunarly   Corey's favorite ever subscription box! Brooklynn Music  Her music is amazing an...