Night Letters

Night Letters Podcast — Grief & the Bone Woman In this episode, Iris and Ellen dive deep into grief — the personal, the collective, and the ancestral — and explore what it means to sit with sorrow rather than run from it. In this episode: How grief is showing up personally and collectively right now — and why that's actually a source of hope The feral, untamed nature of grief and why it resist...

Night Letters — Return Episode Creativity in Hard Times Episode Title: We're Back (And We're Not the Same) Show: Night Letters Hosts: Ellen & Iris Episode Summary: After a much-needed break, Ellen and Iris return to Night Letters for a candid, unfiltered check-in. They catch up on what's been keeping them busy, and get honest about how the current state of the world has been affecting their cr...

Night Letters Podcast - Episode 10: Cryptids and Fantastic Beasts Release Date: First episode of 2026 Hosts: Iris & Ellen Episode Length: ~64 minutes Release Schedule: Every other Wednesday at 10:00 PM on all major platforms Episode Summary In this magical first episode of the year, Iris and Ellen dive deep into the world of cryptids and fantastic beasts, exploring why these mysterious creatur...

Show Notes: Night Letters – Episode 9: Omen Days & Embracing the In-Between Summary: Ellen and Iris close out the year with a cozy, reflective episode exploring the tradition of "omen days"—the 12 days between Christmas and January 6th. They discuss personal rituals, the importance of slowing down, and how nature-based divination can offer guidance for the year ahead. Topics Covered: Setting t...

Night Letters Podcast – Episode 8: The Hermit Welcome to another late-night conversation with Iris and Ellen! In this episode, our hosts dive deep into the “hermit” archetype—what it means, how it shows up in their lives, and why embracing solitude can be both challenging and transformative. In this episode: Iris and Ellen share personal stories about recent “hermit” phases, including the life cha...

Night Letters Podcast – Episode 7: The Pathless Path Summary: Ellen and Iris return after a brief hiatus for a candid, heartfelt check-in. They dive into the theme of the “pathless path,” sharing personal stories about navigating life’s transitions, creative renewal, and the importance of honoring both endings and new beginnings. In This Episode: Reconnecting after a break and embracing the messin...

Night Letters Podcast – Episode 5, Part 2: Our Tattoo Journey Hosts: Iris & Ellen Release: Wednesdays at 10:00 PM on all major platforms Episode Overview: Iris and Ellen continue their deep dive into their personal and collaborative tattoo journeys. The conversation explores the origins of their artistic styles, the evolution of their hand poke techniques, and the symbolism behind their favori...

Nightletters Podcast – Episode 1: Our Tattoo Journey Begins Welcome to the Nightletters Podcast! In this special episode, hosts Ellen and Iris dive deep into their personal journeys as hand poke tattoo artists, sharing how tattooing became a central part of their lives and friendship. In this episode: Ellen and Iris introduce themselves and the unique nighttime vibe of their podcast. Both hosts re...

Night Letters Podcast – Episode 4: Sacred Warrior – Show Notes Welcome to Episode 4 of the Night Letters Podcast, hosted by Iris and Ellen. This episode, titled "Sacred Warrior," explores the archetype of the sacred warrior—what it means, how it manifests in daily life, and its importance in both personal and collective growth. Episode Highlights: Introduction to the Sacred Warrior archetype: hear...

Night Letters Podcast – Trickster Episode (Night Letter #3) Hosts: Ellen, Iris Setting: Mojave Desert, Yucca Valley, near Joshua Tree, recorded at night under the moonlight Episode Theme: The Trickster archetype Key Topics Discussed: The unique energy of recording at night in the desert Personal stories about night hikes, encounters with wildlife, and the magic of the desert The meaning of the Tri...

Night Letters Podcast – Episode 2: The Creative Process Welcome to another late-night session with Iris and Ellen! In this episode, recorded at 10 p.m., we invite you to join us in the unique energy of nighttime creativity. Episode Highlights: Reflections on the recent full moon in Pisces and its emotional impact Honest conversation about the ups and downs of the creative process, including creati...

This week, [ Iris ]and [ Ellen ] [ introduce themelves ]..... Topics discussed: Introduction What is Night Letters Who are Ellen and Iris Links mentioned in this episode: @nightletters_podcast @wildiris.tattoo @hey.irisbrooke @wayfinder ink @ellenwalker This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm