The Bell Witch Podcast: Wholesome Spirituality for Magical Folks

Welcome to episode 79 of The Bell Witch Podcast- 'Witching in the 21st Century' Opening poem ‘Glass O Wine’ by ES Poetry 2024. Instagram.com/es.poetry.4u In this episode Swailes the Friendly Green Witch interviews Jen Romanowski aka Sunshine The Pink Haired Sober Witch, hailing from the USA. Sunshine is a high priestess, healer, and founder of the Sober Witch community. Our guest shares her journe...

Episode 5 Happy New Year, here's a ghost story for you! Here is a truly chilling original story about the iconic Jubilee Clock Tower that stands proudly looming over the historic Market Place in Otley. A beautifully told original story narrated by the dark spirit Spindleshanks McScrew of The Yorkshire Ghost Tours Est 2024. Produced by Swailes of The Bell Witch Podcast 2026. Disclaimer- gruesome an...

Greetings Listener, and welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast. A show to help one to get 'Witching in the 21st Century' This is a spontaneous episode celebrating The Omen Days, where we listen through last years journal pages for the upcoming year 25, and discuss how the Omens were interpried as messages. WHAT ARE THE OMEN DAYS? What if some of the most magical and mystical days of the year have been...

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE BELL WITCH PODCAST ! In this festive episode of The Bell Witch Podcast, the Swailes and resident Heathen folklore expert Chew explore the Norse roots of Yule and Christmas traditions. They discuss Odin’s role in the Wild Hunt, the parallels between Odin and Santa Claus, and the symbolism of the Yule log and mistletoe. Chew shares personal pagan practices and stories from V...

Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast for this special most festive episode to celebrate Yule. In the final Solitary Witch episode of 2025, The Bell Witch Podcast host Swailes explores the pagan roots and folklore behind Christmas tradition of Santa Clause. Delving into Yule, the battle of the Holly and the Oak King, and the evolution of Santa Claus. This episode weaves together stories of ancient rit...

Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast, "Witching in the 21st Century" In episode 75 of The Bell Witch Podcast, host Swailes welcomes back Genna from Sydney, Australia, a crystal witch and creator of the 'Crystal Forest Guardians' independent oracle deck. They discuss Genna’s creative journey, blending crystals and animals into intuitive oracle cards, her experiences with motherhood, and the supportive...

Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast. 'Witching in the 21st Century' If you love what you hear and want to support the show please leave ratings, reviews and share the podcast with your friends. It truly helps the show to shine. In this episode of The Bell Witch Podcast, host Swailes chats with Laura, producer of the Witches Magazine. They discuss the magazine’s origins as a university project, its g...

BONUS Episode Introducing 'Mindbites' from our Pod Pals Mindcake - Little bites of mental health and wellbeing! In this Mind Bite, Lee and actor/coach Amy Alexander explore the surprising science behind visualisation, mindset and why your brain can’t tell the difference between dreams and reality. Amy shares how childhood “pretend adverts” turned into real acting jobs, Lee admits he may be manifes...

Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- 'Witching in the 21 Century' In this 73rd episode- a ' Solitary Witch' episode of TBWP, the host Swailes explores the magic and science behind spoken words, sharing personal stories about language, manifestation, and mental health. She discusses how words shape reality, referencing witchcraft, neurodiversity, and neuroscience, and reflects on a transformative wee...

HAPPY HALLOWEEN AND BLESSED SAMHAIN! In this special Halloween edition of The Bell Witch Podcast, the host welcomes Yorkshire blogger and journalist Shannon Palmer. Shannon shares chilling and heartfelt stories of hauntings and supernatural encounters from her life and family history, including ghostly visits, eerie coincidences, and local haunted sites in Bradford and Halifax. The episode blends...

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Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast "Witching in the 21st Century" 'Witchcraft, magic and podcasting mixed together in the cauldron of life has transformed my life because I value my own voice as a form of magic.' In this 71st episode of "The Bell Witch Podcast: Swailes, the Friendly Green Witch of Yorkshire interviews Eleanor and Martin from "The Three Ravens" podcast. They discuss the origins of t...

Welcome to the 100th upload from The Bell Witch Podcast, a show that assists you to get 'Witching in the 21st Century' In this episode we celebrate with Swailes as she reaches the podcast millstone of 100 episodes on the feed. The Friendly Green Witch is then joined by Kalem Turner, known as Scotland's number 1 Palmist, Astrologer and tarot reader. Together they discuss Kalem's magical childhood w...

Episode 4 Welcome to another frightening bonus episode from Spindleshanks McScrew of Yorkshire Ghost Tours. A ghostly collab brought to you by Turnip Fish Theatre and The Bell Witch Podcast. In this dark episode, host Spindleshanks McScrew, a Yorkshire storyteller and ghost tour guide, retells H.G. Wells’ “The Strange Orchid” from her own perspective. Blending gothic horror and botanical intrigue,...

Welcome to another Solitary Witch Episode of The Bell Witch Podcast- a show that aims to get you 'Witching in the 21st Century' This is officially episode 69 but is the 98th upload on the feed! In this episode, the host takes listeners on a personal journey through the Museum of Witchcraft and Magic in Boscastle, Cornwall, sharing vivid impressions of its unique exhibits, history, and atmosphere....

Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- 'Witching in the 21st Century.' In this 68th episode of The Bell Witch Podcast, host Swailes welcomes back The Ritual kitchen witch Laura May, who shares updates on her new recipe book and unique Kickstarter tarot deck—each card paired with a magical recipe. Laura discusses her creative process, foraging adventures, and the folklore behind ingredients, while offe...

Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- the show that helps you to get 'Witching in the 21st Century' In this 'Solitary Witch' episode of The Bell Witch Podcast, the host—a practicing witch—returns from a summer break to share a magical audio tour of the magical and mystical southwest Britain. Swailes recounts her visit to Stonehenge, Lands End, Tintagel Castle, the Hurlers, and the Merry Maidens stone...

Episode 3 Welcome to another frightening episode from Yorkshire Ghost Tours. Brought to you by Yorkshire Ghost Tours and The Bell Witch Podcast! In this dark episode, host Spindle Shanks McScrew recounts the chilling 1887 Otley tragedy, where William Taylor, an abusive alcoholic, murdered his infant daughter Annie and fatally shot Superintendent Burke Hill during a police standoff. The episode exp...

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Witch Stories is a Patreon monthly exclusive mini episode read by Swailes from a book called Witch Stories for Bedtime 1987 Templar Publishing. There are 10 stories within the book and all charming in their own way! This witch tale is called 'Grumblog' and is by Jane Garrett, from the fab book Witch Stories for bedtime published in 1987. We are about half way though the book now, the magic it keep...

Special August Episode- Swailes is the guest on Anchorhaven. Julia Anchorhaven meets with Swailes the Friendly Green Witch, host of The Bell Witch Podcast. Chatting about being a modern day green witch, practical magic, sigil magic, herbalist, divination, tarot cards, oracle cards, psychic mediumship, pagan celebrations, witching in the 21st century. The Friendly Green Witch 💚 Swailes is a profes...

A Gnome’s Yule by Crow Moon- Bonus Mini Episode High atop a lonely hill was a just-as-lonely evergreen. On this cold winter’s night, like each year before, the weathered tree stood as tall as it could, having withstood many years of natures harshness and peoples indifference. Its branches were mostly crooked, its crown stooped and looking forlornly at the ground. The nearby trees it had spent year...

Welcome to 63rd instalment of The Bell Witch Podcast. An enchanting show that aims to get your magickal show 'Witching in the 21st Century' In this Moot Loot episode of The Bell Witch Ridge Podcast, host Swailes—the Friendly Green Witch—welcomes Crow Moon, a Wiccan priest and founder of the Corvidae Circle tradition. They discuss Crow Moon’s spiritual journey, daily magical practices, and the heal...

Episode 2 Welcome to another brand new mini series. Brought to you by Yorkshire Ghost Tours and The Bell Witch Podcast "Witches, warriors, ghoulfriends. Welcome to Spindleshanks’ Shack. My name is Spindleshanks McScrew, your guide for all things ghoulish in Yorkshire, and it’s my pleasure to haunt you through the airwaves. I’ve clawed my way through the fog on the moors to be here with you right a...

 In this 'Solitary Witch' episode of The Bell Witch Podcast, host Swailes  the Friendly Green Witch explores the connections between Feng Shui and witchcraft. She discusses feng Shui's history, elemental principles, and practical tips for harmonizing home energy, sharing personal stories and reflections on endings and new beginnings. Swailes covers various feng shui schools, the symbolism of objec...