Storybook: Sacred Lore of Witchcraft

Vincent explores the divinatory and goetic elements intrinsic to Thomas Harris's modern gothic novel and the character of Hannibal Lecter, and the threat of spiritual contamination that can rebound on the spirit worker in necromantic and other spirit-based practice. Find Vincent at https://www.corvustarot.com/ and  soundcloud.com/witchhassle

Rose Aurora joins to discuss the remnants of lore and witchy themes that lurk just under the skin of Clive Barker's novel CABAL and film NIGHTBREED (1989). Follow us in search of the legendary Midian and its Tribes of the Moon! Find Rose Aurora at https://linktr.ee/rose.aurora Intro contains music provided by "Vivek Abhishek"https://www.youtube.com/user/VivEKhsi... Music used : &quot...

Pagan writer Arkadios Vasco suggested Terry Pratchett's modern Yuletide classic for discussion! Find More from Akadios at  Arkadios on Substack Also AB's new cooking instructionals! AB's Taste Log

Kelden explores the folklore and beliefs surrounding the witch craze of the 1600s, proposing that the trial transcripts document a form of collaborative storytelling whose influence and legacy are still unfolding in modern craft and folklore. See Kelden's latest work:   https://keldenmercury.wordpress.com/2025/09/17/new-book-release-hickety-pickety-a-witchs-guide-to-folklore/

Author and teacher, Kerry Wisner , discusses his unique blend of magical training and the great influence the Welsh Annwn holds on his magical practice. We discuss the formula of travel between the realms hidden in the Spoils of Annwn and links to the solar hero cycles of King Arthur and the Egyptian god Ra.  You can find more about Kerry Wisner at  https://www.akhetservices.com/ Purchase Kerry Wi...

Author, Gardnerian High Priest, Minoan, Discordian, and harbinger of chaos, Thumper Forge , joins Storybook Witchcraft to sew discord and general hilarity. We find remnants of goetic sorcery and folk love spells within the tale of The Tinder Box, and AB and Aaron fight over the pipe. A fun discussion for all!   You can find Thumper Forge online at https://thumperforge.com/ Follow AB's Witch Jo...

A lusty and quick tempered soldier encounters a dubious witch, her 3 uncanny beasts, and a mysterious flint box that changes the soldier's life and sends him spinning round the highs and lows of fortune's wheel. Intro contains music provided by "Vivek Abhishek" https://www.youtube.com/user/VivEKhsi...   Music used : "1 HOUR OF HORROR MUSIC" originally composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek"  htt...

Daniela Simina returns to discuss the mysteries of Frau Holle, her magical connection to spinning and possible relation to Germanic Goddesses Frau Gode, Frigg, and Freyja. We explore the importance of traditional and modern story in our lives and craft, and how stories can strengthen stability in difficult times. In conversation with Rev. Laura Gonzalez. Find more from Daniela Simina at  https://w...

Author and Fairy Seer, Daniela Simina joins the circle to share a Romanian tale of Frau Holle as it was told to her. In our next episode we'll gather again to discuss the wisdom within this tale and how it can inform our own practice. You can find more from Daniela Simina at https://www.collectiveinkbooks.com/moon-books/authors/daniela-simina Intro contains music provided by "Vivek Abhishek" https...

Tröll Huldren and Rev. Laura Gonzalez explore the symbols and magical secrets in the tale of Prince Lindworm! We uncover traces of the faerie courts, known spirit contacts of traditional witch families, and primal energies of the black, and red serpents. Laura highlights the parallel attributes of the 4 Tezcatlipocas in Mexica teachings, and how these divine natural essences can be contacted! You...

A Danish folktale collected from various sources. A great land serpent terrorizes a kingdom,and particularly the royal family. A peasant girl is the only one who can end the terror, but familial secrets must be unearthed, and the magical instructions from a wise crone followed exactly! In our next gathering we will discuss the magical themes and symbols of the tale. Intro contains music provided b...

Fairy seer, Rose Aurora , and Prof. Keith Green join the circle to discuss the Magical, Mystical, and Gnostic threads in the cosmology of Tolkien's The Silmarillion , a creation story of Middle Earth, it's pantheon or powers, and the races of Elves, Dwarves, and Humans. How does this reflect, and inform our magical and witchcraft practices? Listen to the full discussion to find out, and please sha...

Ben Stimpson returns to the circle to discuss magical wisdom in the tale of The Brave Little Tailor . We look at our everyday surroundings to find tools that present themselves useful, apply the literary "Headology" of the tale to improve our own magical security, and explore the witch's role between the community and the supernatural. In conversation with Rev. Laura Gonzalez and Fra...

Author, podcaster, and scholar Ben Stimpson narrates this tale collected by the Brothers Grimm, AKA "The Valiant Little Tailor" or "The Gallant Tailor". A prudent and clever young tailor boasts his pride as a fly killer and uses his wits to overcome increasingly dangerous opponents until he becomes a king! Ben will join us again in our next episode to discuss the tale, stay tun...

Nathan King , author of Awakening the Witch Blood: Embodying the Arte Magical joins the circle to discuss The Marvelous Land of Oz , and the influence of feminism and mysticism on the Oz books by L. Frank Baum. We look at how witchcraft in Oz reflects elements of Traditional Witchcraft. Find Nathan King at https://linktr.ee/nathan.witchpath The stage production mentioned in the discussion is avail...

Joanna the Polish Folk Witch joins us again to analyze the Polish folktale "The Legend of Mister Twardowski" and the traditional aspects of witchcraft and ceremonial magic that are reflected in the tale. This appears to be the first time this legend is discussed in an English podcast! Thank you Joanna for translating the tale and sharing it with us!  Find more from Joanna at   https://po...

Joanna, the Polish Folk Witch narrates a tale from traditional Polish Folklore, and has personally translated the tale to English for us. A Storybook Witchcraft exclusive! Mr Twardowski struggles with his desire for knowledge and the fate of his soul as he repeatedly sells and wins back his soul from the devil! Find More about Joanna, the Polish Folk Witch at https://polishfolkwitch.pl/contactlink...

Both astrology and Shakespeare's writing would have been understood differently by his original audiences. Kelly discusses how the stars influence the fortunes of Shakespeare's most famous characters, and possibly identifies exactly  which  star crossed Romeo and Juliet! We also find theurgical references to platonic love, and possible remnants of agrarian ritual sacrifice. You can find mo...

Morgan Daimler joins the circle to discuss the possible benefits and dangers of dealing with the Fae, as well as Faerie concepts of gender and sexuality, and how the details of the interaction with faerie beings detailed in the English/Scottish Ballad of Tam Lin can inform our craft, in discussion with Dave Gaddy and Frater Aaron. Find more about Morgan Daimler at https://www.collectiveinkbooks.co...

A traditional tale of a brave maiden who braves beast, fire, and fairy magic to save an enchanted knight from the court of the Faerie Queen. Intro contains music provided by "Vivek Abhishek" https://www.youtube.com/user/VivEKhsi...   Music used : "1 HOUR OF HORROR MUSIC" originally composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek"  https://youtu.be/JrNjyEixUEk   Follow on Fac...

Author Nathan M. Hall joins the circle to discuss the tale of The White Snake by the Brothers Grimm. We explore elements of animism in the craft, sacrifice, working with local spirits, and mushroom magic! We also discuss legends of sacred kings and magicians, and coming into our own sovereignty through our craft, in discussion with AB Rodriguez, Dave Gaddy, and Frater Aaron. Find More from Nathan...

A royal servant can't resist the urge to taste the King's secret eucharist, which gives him strange abilities across three realms of creatures, and eventually sovereignty over a kingdom of his own. Subscribe to get notified of our next episode where we discuss the hidden symbolism of the tale! Intro contains music provided by "Vivek Abhishek" https://www.youtube.com/user/VivEKhsi...

Class is in session! Sara Mastros, author and teacher, tells us the story of the Queen of Sheba and King Solomon. How King Solomon's greatest power was in bringing peace, the secret tradition of Sheba, and what this story can still tell us today. In conversation with AB Rodriguez and Frater Aaron. Intro contains music provided by "Vivek Abhishek" https://www.youtube.com/user/VivEKhsi...

Brett Hollyhead , the Witch of Salopia and Wycke Malliway of Crossed Crow Books return to share tales of frogs and toads in Magic, Witchcraft, and Alchemy. Frogs in folklore have been cast as lovers, familiars, and even as the witches' devil! In conversation with Dave Gaddy and Frater Aaron. Find Brett Hollyhead at https://www.instagram.com/witch_of_salopia/ Visit Crossed Crow Books at https:/...

A princess gains the attention and aid of an extraordinary frog, but does she bargain away more than she is willing to give? Meanwhile a faithful footman mourns the loss of his prince, but will they be reunited? Intro contains music provided by "Vivek Abhishek" https://www.youtube.com/user/VivEKhsi... Music used : "1 HOUR OF HORROR MUSIC" originally composed and produced by &qu...