The Witchcast Podcast

We're back, baby!! In this special 7th season premiere, Emily and Kate embrace the chaotic energy of the Aries super full moon in and discuss the energy and elements of Libra season, then Kate shares a couple self-love and Venus-inspired spells. Then Emily pulls a card from her Druid Craft Tarot deck! You can find links we mentioned on our website at Witchcastpodcast.com , listen wherever you get...

It's the season 6 finale! In this episode, Emily and Kate discuss little ways to work witchiness into your everyday life. As they both prepare for their own summer break, they offer tidbits of inspiration for those still in the broom closet or want to imbue more mindfulness by subtly working intention and joy into your everyday tasks like gardening, spending time outdoors, being with friends and f...

In this episode, Emily and Kate sit down with Mudang Jenn, respected teaching artist, practicing mudang, and consultant on Muism–Korea's ancient and enduring indigenous religion. (Mudang is very loosely translated to shaman, we discuss this in the episode!) They discuss Jenn's background and training and some core tenets of this ancient practice. Then Jenn pulls two flags from her 오방기, or the 5...

In this episode, Emily and Kate chat with the wonderfully talented and creative creatress, Christina, of @moonandcactus . They discuss her winding and fascinating journey with spirituality as well as how she's grown an incredible following over the years with her custom illustrations. After publishing an oracle deck ( available for purchase here ), she's now working on a new tarot deck! You can pr...

In this episode, Emily and Kate sit down with The Butterfly Hippie, Dutch, as they discuss her journey to finding her spirituality, psychic connection and spiritual practices. They talk about her live radio show now podcast, The Margarita Room, and her brand new non-profit, The Free Woman Project, as well as how to unpack shame, truly live in joy and gratitude, and keep in touch with the ancestors...

It's the 100th episode live taping extravaganza, taped live at QED Astoria in New York City! Emily and Kate kick off the show with a few incredible opening acts, featuring comedian Sammy James, musician and comedian Martha Cipolla, comedian Christiana Jackson, and comedian and singer of the Witchcast theme song, Colby Smith! Then they chat about the history of the pod, how much they've changed, wh...

In this episode, Emily and Kate are joined by special guest, Scott Richardson-Read, founder and writer of the Cailleach's Herbarium , ( @cailleachsherbarium ) to discuss Scottish folklore and folk magic! Then Scott pulls a card from his Pagan Otherworlds tarot deck. Learn more about Scott and check out his recommended list of reading on our website, witchcastpodcast.com , and be sure to follow us...

In this episode, Emily and Kate discuss many different ways to use magick to help protect, cleanse and bless your home, whether you're moving into a new home or just want a refresh -- both as a homeowner or renter. Topics include protection charms, talismans and spells, energy cleansing and even helpful witchy housewarming gift ideas! Then Emily pulls a card from her new Jane Austen tarot deck. Vi...

In this episode, Emily and Kate discuss different ways you can celebrate love just in time for the impending Valentine's Day holiday, whether that's with your significant other, friends or yourself! (Self-love, can we get a hex yeah?!) Then Emily pulls a card from her Moon Power tarot deck. Follow us on Instagram at @witchcastpodcast for more updates, pics and more! 

It's story time! In this episode, Emily and Kate tell the stories of Robert Burns' Tam o' Shanter and the myth of Persephone and our favorite supporting actress, Hecate. Then Emily pulls a card from her Winged Enchantment oracle deck. 

Gong hei fat choy! In this episode, Emily and Kate dive into the complex and long-celebrated Lunar New Year, covering just what exactly is a lunisolar calendar, where and how is Lunar New Year celebrated, the Chinese Zodiac and what this year of the Rabbit has in store for us. Then Kate pulls a card from her Korean Oracle Four Seasons Hwatu deck. 

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! In this episode, Emily and Kate discuss the backgrounds on popular New Year's Eve trends and other witchy ways to celebrate. Then they both pull a card for the new year. Follow us on instagram @witchcastpodcast and leave us a rating and review if ya like us!

In this episode, it's story time again! This time, Emily dives into the fascinating and surprisingly witchy history of absinthe, and Kate tells the tale of 'Gone to the Spirits,' a trans Kutenai [ prophet and translator who lived in the early 19th century. Then Emily pulls a card from her Winged Enchantment oracle deck! Follow us on instagram @witchcastpodcast .

It's never too late to honor our ancestors! In this episode, Emily and Kate are joined by special guest, Miros Green, energy and consciousness facilitator! They discuss her experience with energy work and psychic mediumship as well as her upbringing in Mexico and how her family celebrates Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. Then Miros pulls a card from her deck, the Tarot of the Marseille. Fol...

You may know your Pisces from your Aries, but do you know the origins of their symbols? In this episode, Emily and Kate go over each zodiac sign's symbols, where they come from and why they look like they do. Then Kate pulls a card from her Universal Goddess tarot deck!

Welcome to Season 6! In this episode, Emily and Kate catch up a bit and then celebrate the season by sharing the history and origins of   black cat lore and jack o'lanterns! Then Emily pulls a card from her Druid Tarot deck.

For our season 5 finale, Emily and Kate each took a little shopping trip and then have a little show and tell (or rather, describe and share), revealing their new witchy purchases from their local low cost dollar stores. The only thing you need to be magickal is yourself – but if you do want wonderful things, they don't need to cost a fortune! Visit Witchcast's Instagram @witchcastpodcast to see o...

It's book club time, baby! In this episode, Emily and Kate welcome back friend of the podcast: magic worker, astrologer, licensed therapist and published author Durgadas Allon Duriel! They talk all about his book, The Little Work, as well as his upcoming new book, Worthy As You Are. (It also may or may not have turned into a bit of a therapy session, you're welcome!) Then Durgadas pulls a card fro...

In this episode, Emily and Kate welcome back friend and past guest of the podcast, psychic medium and energy healer Emily Grote! They chat about reclaiming our power in a society not built for us as well as her experience with the Access Consciousness and her Access Bars workshops. Then Emily pulls a card from her Winged Enchantment oracle deck. Check out our website for links and more info!     [...

In this episode, Emily and Kate are joined by a special guest: expert palm reader, tarot reader, astrologer and all around divine diviner Kalem Turner ( @kalemturner )! Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, Kalem has read thousands of palms over the last several years, incorporating both astrology and tarot into his practice. Listen along as Kate and Emily ask Kalem alllll the questions, covering a brief...

In this episode, Emily and Kate meander through the lush vibrancy that is the upcoming Summer Solstice! They discuss a brief history, ways to celebrate as well as the best herbs, crystals and spells to honor our year's longest day. Then Emily uses an online tarot card randomizer to pull the card of the week! 

In this episode, Emily and Kate do their signature "medium dive" into the topic of Satanism, going over the origins of the concept of satan up until modern day practice. Then Kate pulls a card from her new Gentle Tarot deck by @mariinthesky.

In this episode, Emily and Kate share stories about the Egyptian god Khonsu and the Korean shamanic fable of Chilseong, or the Seven Stars. Then Kate pulls a card from her Four Seasons Hwatu Oracle deck! 

In this episode, Emily and Kate finish up their Tarot suit series and discuss the suit of Wands! They briefly touch on the history of the Rider Waite Smith tarot and then go over general meanings and interpretations of each Wands card. Then Emily pulls a card from her Moon Power tarot deck. 

In this episode, Emily and Kate celebrate our current Mercury Retrograde and discuss the science and history of this ever frustrating astrological period, along with how to best prepare yourself for everything this fiery little planet will throw at you. Then Kate pulls a card from her Universal Goddess deck!