The Smart Witch Podcast

In this episode we discuss the magick and power of the Virgo New Moon as an important astrological moment to work spellwork around our health and wellness, to create or restructure our daily routines and forms of self-care, and to edit and adjust the general flow of our lives and even to work sex magick around reclaiming our sexual autonomy. I also share my favorite crystal talismans for this new...

Happy Mars Retrograde as of September 9th! This masculine planet continues moving retrograde in Aries until early November and this episode is a modernized explanation of what you can expect from/how you can work with this significant astrological event both individually and as part of the collective. Subcribe to my weekly newsletter for free astro insight: http://eepurl.com/geT-bX and send me an...

In this shorter episode we’re talking a bit about the devil card, which is actually one of my favorites! I share my interpretation inspired by Lindsay Mack (which is SO different than many of the more common, oversimplified, finger-wagging interpretations out there) and we spend a majority of the episode discussing WHY this card (and figure) is so misunderstood both in spiritual communities and po...

In this episode, we discuss how to get started with cultivating a relationship with the tarot that is actively helpful for your manifestation practice and everyday life, from supporting your decision-making to increasing your self-understanding. We talk about everything from the process of choosing a deck and how many decks you should have, cleansing decks, fear and anxiety around tarot, framing q...

In this episode I share my thoughts on a few different questions/topics including whether or not cusps might affect your experience of your sun sign, love spells and how to conduct them in a TOTALLY energetically clean way, and the difference between Opal and more common Opalite (they actually have nothing to do with eachother) which becomes a conversation about my feelings on man-made glasses as...

In this episode we discuss the energy of the Wiccan holiday Lughnasadh (or Lammas), which falls on August 1st. We talk about the energy of this day, what it means, the mythology, and how you can celebrate regardless of your current circumstance. In the second half of the episode I do a Lunasa/Full Moon reading for every sign around what you have cultivated and are receiving on the First Harvest —...

Are the dates of all the zodiac signs wrong? Is Ophiucus the 13th sign? Are you really a Pisces? These and other common astrology questions and sources of confusion are fully addressed and explained in this episode. Not only do I answer these common questions once and for all, but I also explain where the misconceptions come from and why the scientific facts that lead to the frequent resurfacing o...

In this episode we discuss how to look to your birth chart to access your ultimate parent vibe (regardless of whether or not you necessarily assume this role for anyone now) and, conversely, how we can look at the birth charts of our caregivers to make the most of, understand and make peace with their nurturing styles. Send questions or topics you would like covered to: thesmartwitchpodcast@gmail....

In this episode, intended to serve as a baseline for further discussion on crystal magick in this podcast, we dive deeply into the concept and practice of working with crystals as tools for healing, magick and manifestation. We talk about how and why crystal healing is effective scientifically, how to cultivate a personal relationship with a crystal, where a beginner should start with building a c...

In this episode we talk ALL about house blessing/cleansing — how often we should do it, how to determine when it’s time, and how to decide what tools are best for your particular needs. We also talk about all my favorite tools for cleansing a space and how to use them in this way, from basic household items to moon water and essential oil blends or sprays you can make yourself. Subscribe to my wee...

Happy Eclipse! In this episode we discuss the astrology of the upcoming Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Capricorn on July 5th of 2020. We discuss the aspects affecting the overall mood and energy of this Lunar Eclipse, as well as how the themes of Capricorn are likely to come into focus and how we can work intentionally with this event to manifest practical change in our lives. Subscribe to my weekly n...

In this episode, I pull a card revealing what invitations this weekend’s Lunar Eclipse in Cap (June 5th) is bringing each sign uniquely, and how we can make the most of this climactic energy. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for weekly tarot insight: http://eepurl.com/geT-bX and send your questions to: thesmartwitchpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, we discuss the six particular tarot archetypes of the Major Arcana which, in my opinion, are crucial teachers, supporters, and experiences for any social justice movement. We discuss tarot as a tool for embodiment and manifesting change with our immediate actions (as opposed to just a tool for divination), and then discuss each of these cards, both generally and more specifically...

Happy Solar Eclipse and Summer Solstice! In this episode we talk about what to expect and how to engage with the magickal potential of this New Moon in Cancer occurring on the 21st. We also talk about the intentions and themes that are especially powerful to consider throughout the Cancer Moon Cycle, as well as recommended spell-work. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/geT-bX Sen...

Happy New Moon Eclipse in Cancer! In this episode, I pull a card for each sign, revealing the themes that are likely to emerge for those born under that sign during this eclipse, as well as how to work with the unique invitations and gifts that are coming. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/geT-bX Send questions to: thesmartwitchpodcast@gmail.com

Happy eclipse season! This week’s episode is an informed discussion on the lunar eclipse in Sagittarius on Friday, June 5th — the first of a series of 3. In this episode we dive into the invitations and vibes to generally expect and where we can put our time, energy, focus and attention to work with this lunar moment in an empowered, productive and informed way. We consider the particular astrolog...

In this episode, inspired by a listener question, we explore a bunch of different, easy and powerful ways to infuse your daily skincare routines with crystal magick, re-thinking intentional skincare and self-beautification as a powerful and sacred Venusian ritual. I share my favorite crystal beauty tools, the best crystal talismans for increasing skin health, beauty and radiance, and a few differe...

In this episode, we discuss this weekend’s New Moon in Gemini, exploring the energetic themes, recommended spellwork and focus points of this moon cycle as well as the crystals I recommend and a little bit about the Knight of Wands, the card I pulled for us for the next four weeks as the lesson and medicine of this new moon.

In this episode, we discuss the rising sign (ascendant) of natal astrology, exploring both what it is and how it differs from/relates to the sun sign and the rest of the chart to shape your astrological personality. We then go through each rising sign one-by-one, improving your understanding of yourself and the people in your life. Send questions or feedback to: thesmartwitchpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, intended particularly for those with minimal understanding of astrology beyond the sun sign, we talk about the moon, sun and rising signs — what they are, what they indicate, how they express themselves, how they interact with and differ from one another, and why its important to consider them all carefully and within the context of eachother to offer a complete and holistic astro...

In this episode, we dive deeply into Venus Retrograde (May 13th to June 25th) and some of the traditional warnings and cautions that have contributed to the unfavorable reputation of this significant event, unpacking them and filtering them through a more modern and empowered perspective. We then explore how we can actually work with the energy of this time — from reflecting on our family of origi...

Happy Beltane! In this episode, we talk about the mythology behind this ancient holiday (May 1st) and dive much deeper into it’s some of it’s gender-focused symbolism and its emphasis on sex. This becomes a conversation about the importance of shadow work (relevant with Pluto recently turning retrograde until October) and how we can use existential kink — the art of finding comfort and even pleasu...

In this episode, we dive deeply into the magick of the Nine of Wands, the tarot’s invitation to lovingly manage the inner flame according to our unique energy levels, creative processes, sexual drives and multi-tasking abilities. I briefly discuss my tarot approach (which will inform further discussion of card theory in this podcast), and then offer several personal antecdotes within which I groun...

This episode is a brief introduction to what tarot is, literally and theoretically, and serves as a foundation for further tarot discussion in this podcast where it’s approached as a psychologically supportive tool for empowerment, manifestation, healing and self-awareness (much like astrology and every other tool we discuss.) This episode has been lovingly and intentionally created for the novice...

In this episode, we discuss the themes of Taurus — primarily, pleasure and security — and how we can examine and, if necessary, change the ways we can engage with and integrate these concepts into our lives to pursue the embodiment of our best selves. I also briefly mention the recommended spellwork for the Taurus New Moon, as well as a few supportive crystal allies for this energy. Subscribe to m...