Witching Out Loud

Send a text Kristal and Kate discuss gardening and its connection to magical practices, including the benefits of various herbs and the relevance of celestial cycles in gardening. They also share their gardening practices, beliefs, and experiences, emphasizing the importance of nurturing plants and the symbolism behind their gardening practices.  Resources Mentioned Farmer’s Almanac Imbolc Seed Pl...

Send a text Kristal and Kate delve into trauma, its science and the magical practices that can support one’s recovery. They explore ACE scores, the predicting brain and its connection with the nervous system as well as trauma’s relationship to the various levels of Self. They share techniques, spells and rituals for easing pain and building resilience. Resources Mentioned Healing Your Body by Loui...

Send a text Kristal and Kate discuss love spells and enchantments. They cover ethics and warnings around using love magic, as well as methods for attracting love and cultivating self-love. Love doesn’t have to mean just romantic relationships; Kristal and Kate also emphasize the importance of self-love and the potential for friendship to be the center of one's life.  Self-Love Spell: Hold a piece...

Send a text In this episode, Kristal and Kate discuss the concept of spell bottles or witch's bottles, their use in witchcraft, and the creation of jar spells for various intentions. They also explore the potential risks and outcomes of love spells, the importance of self-love and self-care, and the role of spells and intentions in attracting deep, meaningful friendships. The conversation ends wit...

Send a text In this episode, we dig into the new moon phase; the phase of intention. This is a great time to plan ahead, consult, set intentions and dream. Kristal and Kate get more detailed discussing the science and magic of the dark and new moons and the magic that’s appropriate for that first week of the lunar month.  Links to all our social media Witching Out Loud on Substack @witchingoutloud...

Send a text In this episode, we explore the Witch’s Pyramid: to know, to dare, to will and to keep silence (and sometimes, to go). The Witch’s Pyramid creates a structure for magical practice, like a checklist to make sure all components are incorporated in a working. Kristal shares the teachings of this philosophy and their application for witches. Links to all our social media Witching Out Loud...

Send a text In this episode, we explore the art of setting intentions, which is not the same as setting goals. Intention setting is clearly stating what you want to experience and achieve through your actions. We outline the nine steps for setting intentions–starting with understanding your ‘why’--and explore the ways our desires shape the quality of our experiences.  Resources Mentioned Mike Dool...

Send a text In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of channeling. Channeling is the process of connecting with spirits, guides, or non-physical entities, it is both a skill and a journey. Our discussion uncovers its intricacies, challenges, and the transformative impact it can have on the channeler. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What is Channeling? A breakdown of what channe...

Send a text In this episode, Kate and Kristal discuss their respective businesses and day jobs. Both emphasize the importance of finding fulfilling work and incorporating magic into their businesses. They also discuss the use of rituals and incantations to prepare for client interactions and to cleanse and clear their energy after each session. They chat about setting up a space conducive to busin...

Send a text Are you looking for a witchy book club for 2025? Witching Out Loud will be reading The Creative Alchemy Cycle by Sarah Greenman, who is supporting readers with fun book club swag and an author Q&A. Meetings will be virtual. The book releases December 21st and is available now for pre-order.  This is a year-long journey that will deepen your relationship with the natural world, shak...

Send a text In this episode, Kristal and Kate discuss the importance of healing and wellness. They explore the ancient roots of healer women and the various types of healing available. They also discuss the role of prayer and the connection between the elements and healing. They cover various techniques for healing and energy work and discuss the importance of aura and chakra cleansing, and the us...

Send a text Episode 15: Five-Pointed Power: The Mystical Uses of Pentagrams and Pentacles Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate unpack the power and uses of five starred shapes: pentagrams and pentacles. Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-3:20) The 11th Book of the Golden Ass by Apuleius - The Vision of Isis Kate talks about the history of the pentagram and Kristal unwraps how it became...

Send a text Episode 14: Ancestral Rhythms: Decolonizing the Modern Calendar Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate discuss the made up concept of time and how we can step outside Western society’s version of it. Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-5:19) Kate outlines the role time plays personally and in society. She and Kristal chat about the Mandela Effect and Einstein’s Theory of Relati...

Send a text Episode 13: Circle of Light: The Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram Summary: In this episode, Kristal teaches about the Kabbalistic Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram and Kate learns a whole lot Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-6:58) Journey Through the Kabbalistic Tree of life. Kristal gives a background on Kabbalah and introduces the Lesser Banishing Ritual of the...

Send a text Episode 12: Intuitive Living: How to Trust and Develop Your Inner Knowing Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate discuss intuition and practices to develop it. Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-6:05)  Nadi Shodhana or Alternate Nostril Breathing . A yogic practice used to calm the mind, balance energy, and reduce stress.  What is intuition? It’s not the taught kind of knowled...

Send a text Solstice Spirits: Embracing the Magick of Yule Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate share some of their personal Yule traditions. Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-2:40) AllPoetry AmPoet Yule Yule, the winter solstice, is peak winter energy. For Kate, this was a big family holiday as Christmas, which was no secret it was built upon pagan traditions. For Kristal, it’s always...

Send a text Divine Insights: Exploring Divination Practices Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate explore divination. They get into the definition, the various tools, and their own practices. Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-3:30) Kate defines divination, originally simply wanting to understand the will of the gods. The same tool can be used differently from one person to the next. The...

Send a text Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate dive into meditation, the science of meditation, their meditation practices and share apps and gadgets that can support a meditation practice. Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-2:30) Kate defines meditation and Kristal geeks out about the science behind it: super high beta (extreme religious state), k-complex (divine inspiration), high b...

Send a text Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate discuss shadow work, which is integrating those parts of ourselves we’d rather not acknowledge. Facing our shadow parts can be a powerful way to tap into a more integrated Show Notes Kate lays down some technical definitions around shadow work and its origins. Shadow work is uncovering hidden parts of the psyche and healing from old wounds. Kr...

Send a text Episode 07: The Spirit of Samhain: Origins & Traditions Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate chat about Samhain (summer’s end), sometimes called the Witches’ New Year.  Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-3:03) Samhain marks the end of the harvest season, the transition into winter, and an honoring of the ancestors. The veil between the physical world and the spiritual wo...

Send a text Episode 06: Sacred Spaces: Enchanting your Home Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate discuss the home as sacred, magical space and your spiritual headquarters. They discuss the role of the kitchen in hearthcraft and share their experiences with their homes. Kate introduces Feng Shui as a tool for hearthcraft. Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-1:32) Every home has a hearthsp...

Send a text Guardians at the Gate: Crafting Protections & Wards Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate chat about wards and protections. They discuss deities, spirits, objects and symbols typically used, and then share wards and protections they use for themselves. Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-5:18) Wards are important basics of witchcraft for protecting your energies. Mostly no...

Send a text Episode 04: The Devil & Witchcraft Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate address the belief that the Devil is somehow associated with witchcraft and witches. They explore where that myth came from, the impact of it and the myth in the present day. Show Notes Intro & Invocation of the Horned God by Doreen Valiente (0:00-4:36) Kristal and Kate open by sharing their early rea...

Send a text Witching with the Moon: Harnessing Lunar Cycles in your Practice Hosts: Kristal and Kate Summary: In this episode we talk about the moon and her cycles, how you can align yourself and your magick to the moon cycle. Kristal & Kate share some of their personal moon magick thoughts and rituals. Show Notes: Intro & Invocation (0:00-2:35) Kristal and Kate describe the science of the...

Send a text Rhythms of the Craft: Why Ritual and Routine Matter in Magick Hosts: Kristal and Kate Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate discuss what is ritual and why routines are important to your life and your magickal practice Show Notes: Invocation Greeting the Day (0:00-2:14) Kristal and Kate define routine and ritual. They then delve into routines in their lives; where they come from an...