Witch Beneath the Willow

The Strawberry Moon rises on June 29th, bringing with it the sweetness of early summer and a reminder that not everything beautiful is meant to last forever. In this episode, we're exploring the folklore and symbolism behind June's full moon, from its Indigenous roots and traditional names to its connections with love, abundance, and the fleeting joys of the season. We'll talk about th...

* So sorry for my sick voice, I put off recording for as long as I could hoping my summer cold would clear up* Step into the golden light of the Summer Solstice in this week's episode as we explore the magic, folklore, and traditions of Litha. Together, we'll wander through the history of this midsummer sabbat, uncover myths of the Oak and Holly Kings, discuss the wild presence of the fae,...

This week, we're spending time with one of the most beloved herbs in the apothecary: chamomile. Often known as a simple bedtime tea, chamomile has a much deeper story to tell. Together we'll explore its ancient history, folklore, magical correspondences, medicinal uses, and the surprising role this tiny flower has played in human lives for thousands of years. From the temples of Ancient Eg...

A quick note before you dive in: you may notice that my audio sounds a little different in this episode. Somewhere along the way, my microphone seems to have decided it had other plans, and despite my best efforts, I couldn't pinpoint the issue before recording. The result is a slightly tinny sound that isn't quite up to my usual standards. Thank you for bearing with me this week while I t...

This week, we gather beneath a rare and emotionally charged Flower Moon paired with a powerful Blue Moon in Scorpio. Together we explore the folklore, history, correspondences, and magic surrounding May’s full moon, a lunar season long associated with blooming, abundance, fertility, transformation, sensuality, and new beginnings. But layered within this particular moon is the amplified and truth-s...

This week’s episode is a little different… and a little special. After a recent trip to New Orleans, I found myself completely enchanted by the spirit of the city—the history, the people, the magic woven into every street, garden, and storefront. So instead of our usual structure, this episode is more of a journey… a storytelling walk through one of the most spiritually alive places in America. To...

Hera is often remembered as the jealous wife. But that is only a fraction of her story. In this week’s Grimoire of the Gods , we sit with Hera—Queen of Heaven, protector of women, goddess of marriage, childbirth, and sacred devotion—and begin to unravel the myth behind the stereotype. Together, we explore her origins, her power, and the stories that shaped her reputation… from her complex marriage...

In this week’s episode , we step into the wild, flower-crowned magic of Beltane — the ancient Celtic fire festival that marks the beginning of summer and the fertile turning of the Wheel. Together we wander through Beltane folklore and history, sacred bonfires, fae traditions, maypoles, hawthorn magic, the myth of Etain, and the old rites of protection, abundance, and sacred union woven through th...

In this episode, the longest yet, we step beneath the moon together and explore the magic of the lunar cycle—from the quiet darkness of the new moon to the radiant fullness of the full moon and every phase in between. We’ll walk through the history, folklore, and mythology of the moon across cultures, uncovering the stories of Selene, Chang’e, Máni, and more. We’ll also explore how to work with ea...

In this week’s episode, we step gently into the world of herbalism. Not as something to master, but as something to build a relationship with. Together, we explore what herbalism truly is at its core: the oldest form of medicine, rooted in observation, intuition, and the quiet wisdom of the natural world. We’ll walk through the history of plant medicine, the language of herbal actions, and the man...

In a world of gods known for power, passion, and spectacle… Hestia is something entirely different. She is the quiet flame at the center of the home. The steady presence that does not waver. The goddess who did not seek attention, but instead chose peace, stability, and devotion to the spaces we return to again and again. In this episode, we explore Hestia—Greek goddess of the hearth, home, and sa...

As spring begins to fully awaken, we gather beneath April’s Pink Moon—a moon of soft blooming, quiet healing, and gentle return. In this episode, we explore the folklore, history, and deeper magic of the Pink Moon, from its connection to early spring flowers and agricultural rhythms to the balance of Aries fire and Libra harmony that shapes this year’s lunar energy. Together, we’ll reflect on what...

In this episode, we explore the gentle, powerful practice of cleansing and purification — not as something rigid or ritual-heavy, but as a soft return to yourself. Together, we’ll move through the history of cleansing across cultures, from ritual bathing in the Nile to sacred smoke and sound practices, and into the quiet, everyday ways you can release what isn’t yours to carry. This is an invitati...

The wheel of the year turns once more, and the light returns. In this episode, we welcome the Spring Equinox — Ostara, the moment in the year when day and night stand in perfect balance before the light begins its steady triumph over the dark. After the long quiet of winter, the earth begins to stir again. Seeds awaken beneath the soil, animals return, and the promise of new life fills the air. To...

Hades is one of the most misunderstood gods in Greek mythology. Often painted as a villain in modern retellings, the ancient myths reveal something very different — a quiet, powerful ruler who governs the unseen realm with balance, justice, and unwavering order. In this week’s Grimoire of the Gods episode, we descend into the underworld to explore the mythology, symbols, and magic of Hades — god o...

The final full moon of winter rises on March 3rd, 2026 — and this year, she arrives cloaked in shadow. In this episode, we explore the magic of the Worm Moon, a powerful threshold between winter and spring. Named for the earthworms that begin to stir beneath thawing soil, this moon symbolizes awakening, renewal, transformation, and the quiet work happening beneath the surface. But this isn’t just...

This week, we’re stepping into the liminal space of sleep. We'll explore how dreams have been viewed across ancient cultures as divine messages, ancestral visitations, and gateways between worlds. From the temples of Asclepius to the myth of Morpheus and the Oneiroi, dreamwork has long been considered a sacred spiritual practice. Together, we’ll talk about prophetic dreams, lucid dreaming, rec...

In this week’s herbal episode, we’re sitting with one of my most beloved plant allies: raspberry leaf — the bramble of Ida, the traditional midwife’s herb, the thorned guardian of softness and strength. Together we’ll wander through its mythology, from Mount Ida and the nursemaid of Zeus to folklore of protection, fertility, and wandering souls. We’ll explore its magical correspondences — Venus an...

In this episode of Witch Beneath the Willow , we descend into the depths of the sea to meet Poseidon — god of oceans and storms, earthquakes and horses, protector of sailors and bringer of ruin. Known as the Earth-Shaker and Lord of the Deep, Poseidon is a deity of power, emotion, and consequence, whose myths remind us that nothing in nature — or within ourselves — is ever truly still. Together, w...

Imbolc arrives quietly — not with the rush of spring, but with the first true promise that the light is returning. In this episode of Witch Beneath the Willow , we step into the soft threshold of Imbolc, the ancient fire festival that marks the midpoint between winter and spring. Together, we explore the folklore, history, and magic of this deeply personal sabbat — from Brigid’s sacred flame and h...

The Snow Moon rises at the heart of winter — a time of deep stillness, endurance, and quiet transformation. Peaking on February 1st and aligning with Imbolc, this full moon marks a powerful threshold between the coldest days of the year and the first subtle stirrings of spring. In this episode of Witch Beneath the Willow , we explore the magic, folklore, and symbolism of the Snow Moon. From its ma...

Six months ago, I released the very first episode of Witch Beneath the Willow — and this week, I wanted to pause beneath the branches and properly introduce myself. In this special anniversary episode, I’m sharing my story: who I am beyond my witchcraft, how magic has shaped my life from childhood to now, why the willow became my sanctuary, and how this podcast was born during a season when I need...

Cinnamon is more than a pantry staple — it is fire wrapped in bark, a spice once worth more than gold, and a plant steeped in magic, myth, and medicine. In this episode of Apothecary Notes , we trace cinnamon’s journey from the forests of Sri Lanka through ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and medieval Europe, where it was used in embalming rites, funeral ceremonies, sacred anointing oils, and even fue...

Zeus is often remembered as the god of thunder — but his power reaches far beyond the storm. In this episode of Witch Beneath the Willow , we open the Grimoire of the Gods to explore Zeus, King of the Olympians and guardian of law, order, oaths, and hospitality. From his miraculous escape from Kronos to the decade-long Titanomachy, from the forging of the thunderbolt to the delicate balance of jus...

January’s full moon rises as the first supermoon of 2026, illuminating the deepest heart of winter and calling us back to instinct, intuition, and the wild wisdom within. In this episode, we explore the folklore, mythology, and magic of the Wolf Moon, including where its name comes from, why wolves have long been linked to moonlight, and how this lunation reflects our own dual nature — both civil...