Wands and Fronds

After a week off (thanks, Texas, for another ice-pocalypse), the witches are back and talking about a variety of guardians! Shannon talks about Horsetail, which has been around for 200 million years, and literally was around with dinosaurs. She also talks about Heimdall. Nick is covering the Yeti, which is a VERY fun convo. To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod....

This is an "and more" episode. Nick and Shannon are talking all about warrior magic, which of course entails a March Madness style bracket. Which astrological sign wins out in a cage match? You'll have to listen to find out! Shannon also covers Belladonna, a magical little poison that was much loved by Bellona's followers. To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. T...

It's bird time! The witches are talking about the magic of birds (hell yeah), plus getting into some specific celebrity birds - Huginn and Muninn (AKA Odin's Ravens). Shannon discusses Clary Sage, which is an underworld loving plant, and might be a good alternative if you're feeling antsy about working with chthonic deities! To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod....

This is the witches' predictions and prepping for the year ahead episode. They're talking about the tarot of the year, astrological shifts, and (DUH) the magic they're planning on. Come along for the ride as they talk about this magical 7 year! To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re always happy to hear from you (and take topic requests). You can also ema...

The witches are back! They're talking fertility magic, yellow dock, and Modron. Fair warning, this is a VERY spicy, opinionated episode - you've been warned! To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re always happy to hear from you (and take topic requests). You can also email them at wandsandfrondspod@gmail.com.

The witches are talking about Kitchen magic (it's been a minute), including some important conversation about what makes a kitchen aesthetically witchy. Shannon intros an herbal heavy hitter - Plantain! They also talk about the physician of the Tuatha Dé Danann (and maybe one of the top 10 worst dads), Dian Cecht. To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re al...

The witches are spontaneously bursting into song for a musical episode! Shannon is talking about the magic of music, and Nick is talking about one of our favorite bards - Taliesin. To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re always happy to hear from you (and take topic requests). You can also email them at wandsandfrondspod@gmail.com. To support Wands and Fro...

The witches are going down to Georgia, to visit the devil and maybe enter a fiddle contest. But REALLY, they're talking about Solomon's Seal, the history of Satanism (and its connection to modern witchcraft) and Lucifer. Bonus conversation around the immense amount of anti-Semitism that fueled the witch trials. To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re alway...

The witches are on a lunar kick, so they're talking about a Moon GOD (which they don't feel 100%, but it's still a dope story...including a bit of Bowie talk). Shannon intros the most lettuce-y lettuce of all time, and one that walks on the wild side. The description of the plant gets surprisingly phallic, but it's a good time. Promise. To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsa...

The witches are getting chatty! Nick digs deep into magic around communication and persuasion (with a bonus dive into the throat chakra). Shannon covers Iris, one of the messengers of the gods (and Hera's handmaiden) and she intros Thuja - a tree friend that has some magical AF properties. To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re always happy to hear from y...

The witches are TWO! They’re taking a walk down memory lane. As a fun side quest, they also discussed their favorite episodes to record. Shannon loved the surprising depth of Parsley ( check out the episode here ) and Nick was shocked to learn how dragon-y the mermaid segment was ( that episode is linked here ). To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re alwa...

It's spooky season, so the witches decided to get moony! And then things derailed... and the segment turned into an introduction to The Witches of Thessaly! If you're craving some moon magic inspo, check out this previous episode . Shannon talks about California poppies, and introduces their first ever Hawaiian deity - Hina! To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod....

Another spooky episode coming at ya! The witches are talking about wormwood and ghosts (including telling some personal ghost stories)! To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re always happy to hear from you (and take topic requests). You can also email them at wandsandfrondspod@gmail.com. To support Wands and Fronds, you can join their Patreon ! Patrons hav...

What feels more seasonally appropriate than revisiting magical cats? Nick is taking us on a feline adventure (if you want to check out Cats part I, check out this episode ). Shannon talks about an herb she uses every day, Bacopa, and they finally introduce Freyr (they know…it’s been a long time coming). To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re always happy...

It’s spooky season, so the witches are keeping it creepy! Shannon is diving a bit deeper into the poison path, with an introduction to the magical, mystical Henbane! Nick is revisiting Necromancy (if you want to catch up on their previous coverage, you can check out this episode ). He’s also talking about Hel (the “Hel with one L”) both the place and the goddess. To keep up with the witches, follo...

This is a fae-filled episode (feat plenty of sexy talk...Satyrs are Pan and Dionysus territory...you've been warned). The witches are covering the GREATER of all Periwinkles, which can be used as a portal to other realms. Nick introduces Satyrs, who are NOT half goats...they're horsey people. The more you know. To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re alway...

The witches are getting spooky! They're talking about one of their very favorite cryptids - Mothman. Is he a ghoul? A banshee? Maybe you'll find out...but probably not. They're also talking about Agrimony, which is a YARFA but also clutch for defensive magic (return to sender anyone?). To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re always happy to hear from you (...

It's Mabon, again! The witches are talking about why Mabon has a PR problem (and should be a spookier sabbat). Shannon introduces the magic of Milkweed (it's not JUST butterflies), and they cap off the episode with a mighty, dragon-y goddess - Tiamat! To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re always happy to hear from you (and take topic requests). You can a...

This week, the witches are covering snowdrop, nymphs, and one nymph in particular (who they argue gets a VERY UNFAIR bad rap) Calypso. To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re always happy to hear from you (and take topic requests). You can also email them at wandsandfrondspod@gmail.com. To support Wands and Fronds, you can join their Patreon ! Patrons have...

This week, the witches are talking about a plant that might help you find the Philosopher's Stone, Shannon's nightmare chimera, and (just for Nick) an ancient Mesopotamian deity - Enki. To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re always happy to hear from you (and take topic requests). You can also email them at wandsandfrondspod@gmail.com. To support Wands an...

Nick and Shannon are coming to you live, and TOGETHER, from LA! Enjoy a casual glimpse into the patio witch life - complete with the soothing sound of Shannon's windchimes (and the LAPD helicopters). It's a sexy, casual week as we round out Leo season.  To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re always happy to hear from you (and take topic requests). You can...

This week, the witches are covering a fantasy fave (and babe) Merlin! Shannon introduces a plant she works with on the reg, Mullein. It's a fun, flirty, summer-sode and they hope you enjoy! To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re always happy to hear from you (and take topic requests). You can also email them at wandsandfrondspod@gmail.com. To support Wand...

On their second trip around the wheel of the year, Shannon and Nick are talking about the historical roots of Lughnasadh (and ALL the bread...seriously, this is a carb-forward event). Shannon introduces Raspberry, and digs into the magic of Raspberry leaf. As we move into Leo season, the witches decided it was time to introduce you all to Adonis (thotty with a body himself). To keep up with the wi...

This week, the witches have a bear-y good time! They're talking about the mythology of the Ursa Major and Ursa Minor constellations, as well as the magic of blueberries! To keep up with the witches, follow them on Instagram @wandsandfrondspod. They’re always happy to hear from you (and take topic requests). You can also email them at wandsandfrondspod@gmail.com. To support Wands and Fronds, you ca...

Do you ever feel like a plastic bag, floating through the wind, wanting to start again? Yeah...so do Nick and Shannon. That's why they're covering magic for new beginnings (which, full disclosure, turned into a conversation about trauma responses and the value of shadow work). Shannon introduces Mimosa (the tree, not the champagne-based bevvy) and the Welsh goddess, Arianrhod. To keep up with the...