Turns Out She's a Witch

Shannon and Laura chat with Niki Taylor, creator of 'A Magickal Mind'. Niki is a counsellor, coach, cottage witch and Western herbal medicine student. Her work blends therapeutic support with ritual, intuition, plant wisdom and a deep connection to the natural world - inviting clients that find their way to her, to slow down and embrace a more intentional, enchanted way of living... Episod...

Shannon and Laura welcome back Carly Mountain psychotherapist, somatic sex therapist, yoga teacher, breathworker, and Womancraft author. Her new book, Untamed Pleasure, reframes pleasure as an innate energy to be reclaimed , rather than earned, blending therapeutic insight with embodied practice and real life stories. Carly, Shannon and Laura talk about how pleasure can deepen intimacy, self expre...

This episode offers practical insights, curiosity, and a candid look at modern metaphysical work. Shannon and Laura welcome back fan favourite Rhiannon Hasjim of The Spiritual Toolbox, a Sydney-based metaphysical shop known for ethical tools, practitioner-made products, and grounded occult education. In her 5th appearance, Rhi pulls back the curtain on running a metaphysical business online and in...

This episode, Shannon and Laura speak with Nina Mielipäivä, a Sami heritage holder and author of Mythology of the Sámi - Minorities Within Minorities, to explore what Sámi culture means today and why reclaiming stories matters. Together, they unpack what the word “witch” can mean in Indigenous and marginalized contexts and what drew Nina to write a book centered on minority voices within minority...

Shannon and Laura have a friendly, flowing chat about intuition, the unseen, and those moments that nudge us through life. We’re swapping questions for conversation, stepping into spiritual perspectives together, and inviting you to listen in on a warm, surprising, and wonderfully human exchange.

Join Shannon and Laura for a special, intimate dive into Shannon’s very own journey of embodiment, creativity and business - Asha Moon Sacred Arts.  Shannon is a potter, intuitive handpoke artist, spirit channel, witch & healer. Shannon shares how her practice blending clay, photography, energy work and ritual has evolved over this years as she has grown as a mother, woman, leader and witch. F...

Turns Out She's a Witch welcomes Cass Campbell, musician and sound journey artist, and founder of Music for the MindTM. In this episode we delve into Cass’s early love of music, working as a detective, and the winding path that brought her to founding Music for the MindTM, a journey where sound becomes a compass... We look at how sound and rhythm can shape wellbeing, and forge a sense of toget...

Fiona Horne joins Shannon and Laura for her 5th appearance on Turns Out She’s a Witch! Australia’s original witch, she shares her brand new book Coven - Where Witches Gather, and the new Coven Oracle deck. In this episode we explore what a witch is today and how our definitions evolve, the balance between traditional witchcraft and its future, and the shifts from solo practice to the magic of shar...

On the podcast this week we are delighted to welcome back Natalie Wilson from Tannorwood Flower Farm to speak about Flower Intelligence. The creator of ‘Tannorwood Farm’ - a holistic flower farm, floral studio & host to transformative floral infused experiences.. A soul-deep return to wholeness through the power of flowers.  At Tannorwood the blooms, edibles and plants are all grown outdoors,...

This week we share stories that highlight the deep spiritual connection between humans and animals - thank you to our dear listeners who shared their experiences! From animals showing up symbolic of a loved one in spirit, to seeing particular animals as an omen, to animals in the dream space with protective energy... Shannon discusses common symbolic meanings of birds, horses, butterflies and the...

Laura and Shannon catch up with Jonathan Robinson, a Austin-Texas based certified hypnotherapist and past life regression practitioner. From discussing what “the Witch” means to him to sharing transformative client journeys and the metaphysical dimensions of healing, this episode dives into past lives, trauma shifts, and how his forthcoming app ‘Journeys into the Subconscious’ aims to empower beyo...

Season 9 kicks off with episode one, and Shannon and Laura are back on the podcast sharing life updates and diving into the world of Animism — the belief that natural objects, places and beings (think animals, plants, rivers, mountains and even the weather) all carry spirit or consciousness. We explore how spiritual practices are always evolving, and Shannon opens up about how the way she honours...

Shannon and Laura share a warm wrap up of Season 8, and celebrate releasing 176 episodes since 2021! Join us for a heartfelt recap of 2025, a peek at what’s ahead, and a sunny summer -Southern Hemisphere break before returning 3 February 2026.   Turns Out She’s a Witch – 2025 Guest List 1. Regan Caruthers — Tragic Magic (25 Feb 2025) 2. Megan Cook — Finding the Sacred (11 Mar 2025) 3. Fiona Horne...

In our final guest episode of 2025 we’re thrilled to welcome back the incomparable Lucy H. Pearce - author, artist, teacher and founder of Womancraft Publishing. Known for transformative works such as: ‘Medicine Woman’, ‘Creatrix’, ‘She of the Sea’ and her bestseller ‘Burning Woman’, Lucy returns to share the magic behind her newest creation - Gather: A Celebration of Women’s Circles. This powerfu...

In this episode, Shan and Laura reconnect with Stella Morton, founder of The Spirit Space Collective and a renowned Ancestral Witch blending ceremonial magic, intuitive work, and sacred ritual. Following a transformative retreat to Salem, Stella shares the inspirations, rituals, and soulful insights she’s weaving into her growing circle of witches and spiritual seekers. Learn about new offerings,...

Shannon and Laura chat with ceremonial tattoo artists, Rachel Christensen and Ashley River, who blend the sacred, initiation and storytelling into every line and symbol. This episode covers elements of deep reverence for what is marked onto someone’s skin, how it is done, and the impact that it has on the artist as well as the recipients. Shan shares some of her recent experiences of being mentore...

In this episode, Shan and Laura sit down with Janika Galloway — psychic medium, energy healer, hypnotherapist in training, published author, and founder of Narrative Wellness. From corporate communications to guiding others toward their soul’s truth, Janika blends storytelling with intuitive healing to help people reclaim their narratives and their healing journeys. We dive into past life regressi...

The Modern Witch, Stacey Demarco, returns for another engaging chat with Shannon and Laura - this time to discuss Protective Magic and Curses. This is an important episode for anyone! Tune in for everyday protective practices and proactive energetic ‘hygiene’ habits to empower. Stacey talks about her newly released book ‘Protective Magic- Defend, Clear, Empower’ and why she has seen so many differ...

Join your Witchy pals, and be charmed by your own stories! The theme is Old Wives Tales and superstitions. Laura and Shannon share their own recollections of things they grew up hearing - Shan had a very superstitious Scottish Nan, and Laura's Peruvian mum had an interesting take on luck! How many are familiar to you? Then over to our listeners sharing their own, before Shannon shares some int...

Shannon and Laura welcome back return guest, Shannon Miller, aka Shannon the Intuitive Guide for an illuminating chat. This episode dives into mentoring, including Shannon and Laura unpacking their own unique experiences from being mentored by Shannon! Learn more about unlocking your ‘clairs’ - and how anyone can tap into their psychic side. Shannon shares practical tools, down-to-earth tips and a...

Shannon and Laura discuss the magical properties of hair! Seems a tad random (because it is) but have you ever considered the powerful ally that your own hair can be? Containing a time-line of our life and our unique DNA, hair is a potent ingredient in many magical practices all over the world... Tune in to hear more about the significance that hair plays in traditional cultures around the world a...

Shannon and Laura are joined with a popular regular guest, Rhiannon Hasjim from The Spiritual Toolbox. She is a fun witch with a wealth of wisdom that she is happy to share ! From putting protective wards in place with everyday objects, to creatively working with the four elements, Rhiannon shares practical tips that anyone can incorporate into their rituals. We also explore deeper themes of shado...

Shannon and Laura are joined by ‘big sister’ Stacey Demarco, a renowned pagan practitioner, metaphysicist and witch. We discuss a year of magic, strategy and planning that encompasses the Lunar and Seasonal Diary that Stacey has become synonymous with. Stacey shares the inspiration behind each diary’s creation, and how it serves as a practical tool and reliable companion for aligning with energies...

In this episode Shannon and Laura explore the ancient and sacred worlds of some of the most revered trees: the Boab, the mighty Yew, Olive trees, and the sacred Bodhi Tree. They delve into the mythos, divine stories and spiritual significance surrounding these natural giants - revealing how they’ve inspired medicine, healing, deities and legends across cultures. Shannon and Laura share how they co...

Shannon and Laura sit down with popular returning guest  Elle Embers to explore the fascinating intersection of spirituality and science. Elle shares insights on bridging science and research with spiritual growth and practices, discussing the importance of integrating neuroscience, psychology, and energetics. Elle also offers practical tools for grounding and surrender. This conversation also fea...