yeoldemagic

Ye Olde Magic

Religion EN ↓ 56 episodes

An intimate audio archive exploring the power of reconciliation and the legacy we leave behind. Born from a series of final conversations between my father and I after 10 years of not speaking, these conversations capture the raw reality of reconnecting before it’s too late. Since my father's passing, I still interview guests about the defining moments of their lives and the lessons they wish to share with future generations. It is a candid look at healing, family dynamics, and the human experience. Whether you are navigating your own family trauma or looking for hope in the face of loss, pull...

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Conversation 08: Look into the mirror 07.11.2025 54:24

Where we discuss the song "Look Into the Mirror," 2024, and the value of grief.

Conversation 07: A ghost never leaves a haunted house 07.11.2025 57:30

Tauni, Heather, Adam, Rachel, Ethan, and Megan join us to discuss what it was like to grow up in a haunted house. This is only half the conversation, and hopefully we release the rest soon.

Conversation 06: What are we known for and what would we change 07.11.2025 1:04:52

"Light and Darkness" is a poem Merlyn Poppleton wrote as a way to remind his grandchildren to always choose the right. We discuss that poem and the choices we make both as parents and as kids, with Adam Poppleton finally here to tell his side of the VW bus story.

Conversation 05: Bridges, ofrendas, and Rachel Hixon 07.11.2025 42:15

Rachel joined us today to discuss a poem called The Bridge. We also talk about the Mormon church in the 1950s and the little deeds that make generational impact. Also, Rachel makes a binding promise to come see a Broadway musical with Travis.

Conversation 04: A shepherd a sheep and a hireling 07.11.2025 51:11

Heather joined the conversation today to discuss what it was like on both sides of Dad's life as an LA police officer. We discuss tips on how to get off an LA freeway when stalled without a cell phone, talk dad's early days as a police officer, and what we do to stay close as siblings.

Conversation 02: family folklore 07.11.2025 51:16

During our conversation we discuss the many stories and some of the folklore of the Poppleton family. Trying to decide what is true and what isn’t, if it even matters, and the best ways to tell a story. We discuss, three toed Willy, The Green Monkey, Step Slide Cabin, and a few others.