Ep. 055 - Fact-Checking In Witchcraft Spaces with Daylina Miller
Our quest to sharpen those critical thinking skills returns with a lesson from none other than Daylina Miller, NPR journalist, LGBTQ+ activist, and CritWitchCon veteran. We chat about fact-checking in witchcraft spaces, red flags to watch out for, how to vet resources, and where to go to find good information in a world full of AI, SEO, and an endless parade of tiktoks and memes.(Technical issues in this episode led to some crackling and distortion during parts of the audio. It’s all still audible, just letting the listener know in case of sensory or auditory processing issues.)Make sure you check out more tips from Daylina on their substack: DaylinaMiller.substack.com. Portfolio: www.daylinamiller.comSASS Witchcraft Zines: daylinamiller.itch.ioInstagram: @witchyjournalist & @DaylinaMillerBluesky: @witchyjournalist.bksy.social & @DaylinaMiller.itch.ioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WitchyJournalistTheLightOfDaytumblr: @witchyphilosopheVisit the Critical Thinking Witch Collective! CritWitchCon 2025 is September 26-28. Follow the socials for event updates and registration links!Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop on Shopify and check out this month’s featured items and Upcoming Events. Make sure you also visit the Redbubble page for even more cool merch!Check my Wordpress for full show notes, as well as show notes for past episodes and information on upcoming events. You can find me as @BreeNicGarran on Instagram and WordPress, or as @breelandwalker on tumblr. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast NetworkMUSIC CREDITSIntro & Outro – “Spellbound” & “Miri’s Magic Dance” Host-Read Ad - "Danse Macabre"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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Ep. 054 - Witching With Your Local Biome
Spring has sprung at HexPos Central, but no matter what the weather looks like outside, there are dozens of species of plants to discover in your local biome. Grab your basket and field guide and take a walk through this month's study exercise, where you'll learn to observe, identify, and find magical uses for local flora.(Listen to the end for commentary from Creative Director Havoc!)Critical Thinking Witch Collective - Spring Free BrewThe Witches’ Table Discussion Group - Richmond and Williamsburg, Virginia (USA)Historic Hilton Village / Styx & Stones - First Fridays Pink Moon MarketRiver City Witches / Diversity Richmond - Oddities Witch MarketVisit the Willow Wings Witch Shop on Shopify and check out this month’s featured items and Upcoming Events. Make sure you also visit the Redbubble page for even more cool merch!Check my Wordpress for full show notes, as well as show notes for past episodes and information on upcoming events. You can find me as @BreeNicGarran on Instagram and WordPress, or as @breelandwalker on tumblr. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast NetworkMUSIC CREDITSIntro & Outro – “Spellbound” & “Miri’s Magic Dance” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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Ep. 053 - Creating Your Own Runes
On the heels of last month’s discussion about astrology and forecasting, Bree introduces a fun and easy project for building your craft and honing your divination skills - creating your own personalized set of runes.Stay safe and Happy Witching!Cited Title: The Real Witches’ Book of Spells & Rituals, Kate West, Llewellyn Publications, 2003.Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop on Shopify and check out this month’s featured items and Upcoming Events. Make sure you also visit the Redbubble page for even more cool merch!Upcoming Events:The Witches Table Discussion Group: Williamsburg ChapterWorkshop - Creating Your Own Plant CorrespondencesWednesday, March 5 2025, 6pm-8pmAlewerks Taproom (Williamsburg Outlets)5715 Richmond Rd, Williamsburg VA (USA)Hosted by The Witches TableFirst Fridays Moon Market(First Friday of each month)Next Event - Friday, Feb 7 2025, 6pm-9pmUpcoming Dates - March 7 | April 4 | May 2Historic Hilton Village10369 Warwick Blvd, Newport News VA (USA)Hosted by Styx & StonesSisterhood Market benefitting the Pink Boots SocietySunday, March 9 2025, 12pm-4pmAlewerks Taproom189 B Ewell Rd, Williamsburg VAHosted by Alewerks BrewingCottage Witch MarketSunday, March 23 2025, 12pm-5pmDiversity Richmond1407 Sherwood Ave, Richmond VA (USA)Hosted by River City Witch MarketsCheck my Wordpress for full show notes, as well as show notes for past episodes and information on upcoming events. You can find me as @BreeNicGarran on Instagram and WordPress, or as @breelandwalker on tumblr. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast NetworkMUSIC CREDITSIntro & Outro – “Spellbound” & “Miri’s Magic Dance” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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Ep. 052 - Mercury's In The Microwave with Alisha Abdelilah of Soul Riot LLC
The pod gets cosmic as Alisha Abdelilah of Soul Riot LLC joins the chat to talk about her approach to astrology - a refreshingly down-to-earth attitude that focuses on personal gifts and self-improvement, rather than the nebulous woo-speak of pop horoscopes. This month, we’re blaming it ALL on the retrograde!
Follow Soul Riot on Instagram or sign up for classes and readings with Alisha!
Donate to the American Red Cross to aid with ongoing California wildfire relief efforts and help support the American Veterinary Medical Foundation's Southern California Disaster Relief efforts to help provide emergency care to animals injured or displaced by the fires.
Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop on Shopify and check out this month’s featured items and Upcoming Events. Make sure you also visit the Redbubble page for even more cool merch!
Check my Wordpress for full show notes, as well as show notes for past episodes and information on upcoming events. You can find me as @BreeNicGarran on Instagram and WordPress, or as @breelandwalker on tumblr. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.
Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network.
MUSIC CREDITS
Intro & Outro – “Spellbound” & “Miri’s Magic Dance”
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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Ep. 051 - Weather Witching with Marci the StormBornWitch
As so many of us are watching the weather reports with no small amount of anxiety, I sat down with my good buddy Marci (aka StormBornWitch from tumblr) to talk about her particular brand of weather magic and how a weather witch gets things down in a biome that looks very little like the one upon which the ubiquitous Wheel of the Year is based.
Follow Marci on Tumblr!
Register for the January 11th CritWitch Brew event!
Donate to the American Red Cross to aid with ongoing California wildfire relief efforts and help support the American Veterinary Medical Foundation's Southern California Disaster Relief efforts to help provide emergency care to animals injured or displaced by the fires.
Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop on Shopify and check out this month’s featured items and Upcoming Events. Make sure you also visit the Redbubble page for even more cool merch!
Check my Wordpress for full show notes, as well as show notes for past episodes and information on upcoming events. You can find me as @BreeNicGarran on TikTok, Instagram, and WordPress, or as @breelandwalker on tumblr. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.
Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network.
MUSIC CREDITS
Intro & Outro – “Spellbound” & “Miri’s Magic Dance”
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
A practical witchcraft podcast hosted by Bree NicGarran, author of Grovedaughter Witchery. Every month, join Bree for a discussion of secular witchcraft, with plenty of tips for witching on a budget, finding good resources, furthering your magical education, and keeping your common sense superpowers strong. We’ll also delve into the history of witches and witchcraft, and witches in folklore and literature, and how those ideas influence what it means to be a witch in the modern day.
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