The Science Witch Podcast

Anjel and Enku interview one of their long time friends, Kai, a musician, artist and performer who lives in New Orleans about traditions and magick of Mardi Gras. Before that we talk about Pateron , and That Witch Life Mini con .  Show Notes: http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2022/02/28/episode-27-mardi-gras-magick-with-kai/

Enku and Anjel interview That Hoodoo Lady about Hoodoo, how it is for everyone, what Hoodoo entails in her practice, and how the Bible was used in Hoodoo practice. Before we get to the interview, we talk about new additions and updates to our Patreon page . This episode is sponsored by That Witch Life Mini Con  Show Notes  https://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2022/02/02/episode-26-hoodoo-...

For this Episode, Anjel shares audio from an online Zoom class they taught on Astrology for the Wild Witches Year and a Day final class for this cycle. In this episode, they discuss the basics of Astrology from the planets to the signs to the house and touch briefly on aspects and how to read and interpret your own natal chart. Before the episode, Anjel remarks on the 1 year anniversary of the Jan...

Enku and Anjel discuss the holiday spirit and the fitness conferred by reciprocity and generosity in sociological and ecological contexts. We also discuss the Mari Lwyd and give updates to our Pateron.  Our Kofi Pateron   Redbubble Etsy   Show notes can be found here: http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2021/12/22/episode-25-the-sociological-and-ecological-fitness-conferred-by-the-ho...

In this episode Enku and Anjel interview Penny and Jay from the Tenacious Unicorn Ranch , a trans and queer haven in rural Westcliffe, Colorado where LGBTQIA+ individuals can escape the cis/het world, surrounded by hundreds of cute fluffy animals including alpaca and gorgeous views of majestic mountains and rolling hills. Before the interview, we talk briefly about the latest updates to the Patreo...

For this episode in the Wild Witch Series, Anjel share a recording from a presentation on Dungeons and Dragons and the Satanic Panic presented at Orycon 2021 with the help of their spouse, Puppy and their friend Sean. Content warning for descriptions of child abuse and language association with sexual abuse as well as mentions of child abuse and rape. Mind you that next to none of the allegations...

In this episode, Enku and Anjel have a lovely conversation with author and healing crystal expert, Nicolas Pearson about the scientific theories behind crystal healing and also some ideas for increasing the potency of your crystal magick practice. Show notes can be found here: http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2021/11/22/episode-23-the-science-and-magick-of-crystals-with-nicolas-pearson/ Check us...

For this episode in the Wild Witch Series, Anjel share a recording from a presentation on Furry and the Occult at Biggest Little Fur Con, in Reno Nevada this past October with their partner, Triad Fox. In this presentation we discuss the history of anthropomorphic deities and share mythology and iconography of anthropomorphic deities in several pantheons across human history including Khemetic, Ve...

In this episode in the Wild Witch series, Anjel shares a recording from the Witches Faire and Gathering on Oct 30, 2021 they presented on using sourdough in ancestor veneration practice. They share information about their own ancestor veneration practice, ideas about reparations towards indigenous people, and gives tips about how to feed and bake with sourdough. Show notes available at: http://www...

In this episode, Enku and Anjel try out a new episode format wherein we teach each other about different topics the other researches. Anjel talks about sourdough and how to tie it to ancestor practice. Enku share’s myths and analysis about the Celtic God Lugh. Show notes located at  http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2021/10/10/episode-22-sourdough-and-lugh/

In this next part of the Wild Witches series, Enku, Monica and I talk about plants in magick and discuss a few that are special to us that we use in our own craft. I discuss mug wort, then we have guest slides from Kelly which Enku helps to teach about chamomile, calendula, comfrey, and Monica discusses elderberry and marshmallow. We also talk about tulsi, mimosa and various mint. This class also...

In this episode, Anjel interviews Annwyn Avalon , author of Water Witchcraft and Way of the Water Priestess. We talk about water witchcraft, water magick movies, and ways you can honor and protect the waters. Show Notes:  http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2021/08/24/episode-21-water-witchcraft-with-annwyn-avalon/ If you have any questions or comments please let us know at questions@sciencewi...

In this episode, Enku and Anjel discuss Roses, the biology and history of these iconic flowers, magical associations, how roses have been used as symbols throughout history and even some ways to incorporate roses into your kitchen witchery and spell work. At the end of the episode, we host a promo for one of our favorite fellow witchy podcasts: That Witch Life. Check out our Pateron if you would l...

In this episode, we welcome Enku to the show as a co-host, and talk about big trees, the ones we’ve visited, how they were important to us personally in our practice, and how they’ve influenced cultures all over the world. We also talk about seeking out big trees, share some stories of specific big trees and also how you can help save big trees. We also discuss new updates to the Patreon , includi...

In this episode, Enku and Anjel discuss the work of Carl Jung and how his concept of Archetypes has influenced current thought and practice in astrology and Tarot.  Show Notes: The Gateway: The Teal Swan Story Freud and Jung Letters The Red Book - A window into Jung’s dreams Red Book on Thrift Books Van Gogh immersive experience The Witch Wave Herb Crafter’s Tarot Altered Carbon Carl Jung Tar...

In this episode, Anjel interviews Seba from the Southern Fried Witch Podcast . We talk about being a witch in the Deep South, the challenges and deep magick that comes from the land down home and how podcasting has changed her perspective on the craft. Before the interview, Anjel makes an amendment to her previous episode on houseplants, shares updates on the Pateron , and makes an exciting announ...

In this conversation we discuss the Heathen community in the PNW, the 9 noble virtues of Heathenry as well as the challenges People of Color have faced when identifying with a religion that has been co-opted by white nationalist. It’s an important and fascinating conversation that I felt very honored to facilitate and get to share with y’all now over this RSS feed. This conversation also features...

In this solo episode, Anjel does a deep dive into houseplants and speaks about a cherished science mentor that made them the science witch they are today. Also discussed in this podcast is some liturgy about Ninkasi as well as updates to the Pateron. Before the interview, I talk about new additions and updates to our Patreon page . Special thanks to our episode sponsors, Cricket and Iris Magical B...

In this episode, Anjel interviews John Mahkewa, Hopi Elder, Permaculture consultant and water defender about his project the Yuma Convergence and his efforts to help restore the Colorado River. In this conversation, John shares stories of his indigenous traditions and how we can heal our own relationship with the earth and waters. Before the interview, I talk about new additions and updates to our...

I wanted to post this conversation between myself and two of my favorite witches, Moondancer and Enku from our Wild Witches Year and a Day class as a bit of lagniappe for y'all listeners. In this discussion we talk about several topics around witchcraft traditions discussed in the book Drawing Down the Moon by Margot Adler and go on to discuss other topics such as witchcraft traditions, and even t...

For this episode, I have a conversation with fellow Science Witch, Kat Borealis of the Borealis Meditation podcast . In our conversation, we discuss how her geological studies intersect and affirm her spirituality, and then discuss the COVID-19 vaccine in an effort to combat misinformation in the spiritual community about these vaccines. We introduce the hashtage #WitchesGettinVaccinated and invit...

Happy 1 year anniversary to the start of the Science Witch Podcast! For our 14th episode, Anjel interviews pagan elder in the witchcraft and neopagan community, Phaedra Bonewits. In our conversation we discuss the women’s spirituality movement and its influence on witchcraft and what important lessons Phaedra would like younger witches to know about this important time in our collective her-story....

Show Notes: Show notes: Oberon Zell Ravenheart  Documentary  Drawing down the Moon by Margot Adler, 2005 edition Occult America: White House Seances, Ouija Circles, Masons, and the Secret Mystic History of Our Nation Stranger in a Strange Land Grey School of Wizardry Altered Carbon American Gods The Expanse Strange Angel Our Sponsors: As Above Salem Our Pateron

Welcome to the 12th episode of the Science Witch Podcast! In this episode, Anjel interviews Roady the Wayward Dragon about Chaos Magick, the role of neurodivergence in magick, and how he practices his Nostalgiamancy. Before the interview, I talk about new changes the podcast as well as new additions and updates to our Patreon page . Special thanks to our first official episode sponsors, As Above,...

Welcome to the eleventh episode of the Science Witch Podcast! In this episode, Anjel interviews Amy Blackthorn of Blackthorn’s Botanicals and they talk about how to respectfully and thoughtfully develop your own smoke cleansing practice, as well as information about the history of two resins that have important significance to the ancient word and modern witchcraft: frankincense and myrrh. Amy als...