The Science Witch Podcast (Anjel and Ruby )
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| 08 Jan 2022 | Wild Witches Episode 8- Astrology 101 | 00:57:22 | |
For this Episode, Anjel shares audio from an online Zoom class they taught on Astrology for the Wild Witches Year and a Day final class for this cycle. In this episode, they discuss the basics of Astrology from the planets to the signs to the house and touch briefly on aspects and how to read and interpret your own natal chart. Before the episode, Anjel remarks on the 1 year anniversary of the Jan 6th Insurrection and talks a bit about new updates to the Pateron. Show Notes available here Science Witch Podcast on Redbubble Science Witch Podcast on Itunes | |||
| 27 Nov 2021 | Wild Witches 7: Dungeons and Dragons and the Satanic Panic at Orycon 2021 | 00:43:47 | |
For this episode in the Wild Witch Series, Anjel share a recording from a presentation on Dungeons and Dragons and the Satanic Panic presented at Orycon 2021 with the help of their spouse, Puppy and their friend Sean. Content warning for descriptions of child abuse and language association with sexual abuse as well as mentions of child abuse and rape. Mind you that next to none of the allegations turned out to have any validity but I wanted to mention this incase any of our listeners are sensitive to this sort of topic, so listener discretion is advised. In this episode we discuss the history of the Satanic Panic and how it intersected with the fantasy tabletop role playing game Dungeon and Dragons, and how this continues to have reverberations even today. For the extended discussion check out our Pateron . Science With Podcast on Redbubble Science Witch Podcast on Itunes Show notes available on our website: http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2021/11/27/wild-witches-episode-7-dungeons-and-dragons-and-the-satanic-panic-at-orycon-2021/ | |||
| 08 May 2023 | Episode 42: Survivalism and Spirituality with Danny Graves from Naked and Afraid | 01:00:24 | |
In this Episode, Enku and Anjel chat with Danny Graves who is currently featured on Season 15 of Naked and Afraid. In this episode, we discuss how spirituality and survivalism intersect for Danny and help to empower him in his survival skills. We also talk about our own survival situations we’ve been in as well as some poisonous plants that Danny got to know well in the arid regions of South Africa. We also talk a bit about embodiment and how it felt to be naked on television for a nationally syndicated show. Still waiting for Danny to start OnlyDans. Science Witch Podcast on Apple Show notes and transcripts available here
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| 12 Feb 2021 | Episode 12- Interview with Roady the Wayward Dragon: Chaos Magick, Autism, and Nostalgiamancy | 00:46:05 | |
Welcome to the 12th episode of the Science Witch Podcast! In this episode, Anjel interviews Roady the Wayward Dragon about Chaos Magick, the role of neurodivergence in magick, and how he practices his Nostalgiamancy. Before the interview, I talk about new changes the podcast as well as new additions and updates to our Patreon page. Special thanks to our first official episode sponsors, As Above, LLC. Facebook @as.above.salem Instagram @as_above_salem ////////////// Show Notes ////////// If you have any question, thoughts, or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! Send questions to questions@sciencewitchpodcast.com and we’ll follow up and, with your permission, share it on an upcoming episode. Also… please follow us, share this episode out, give us a fabulous rating and let others know about what we’re up to so we can keep growing this sweet little community of ours! | |||
| 09 Jun 2022 | Episode 31: D&D and modern mythmaking with Puppy | 00:54:12 | |
In this episode, Enku and Anjel interview Anjel’s spouse and nesting partner, Puppy about his favorite pastime and now budding career as a game master for tabletop roleplaying game, namely Dungeon and Dragons. In this conversation they discuss the current popularity of this once niche and nerdy activity, with shows like Stranger Things and Vox Machina and dive into some of D&D and gamer culture’s problematic past. They talk about the art of being a dungeon master/game master (DM/GM) and how this has influenced Puppy’s spirituality and collaborative storytelling practice. Before that, we check in with Patreon. Show Notes and Transcript available at: http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2022/06/08/episode-31-dd-and-modern-mythmaking-with-puppy/ | |||
| 20 Mar 2021 | Episode 14- Women's movement and Witchcraft with Phaedra Bonewits | 01:22:56 | |
Happy 1 year anniversary to the start of the Science Witch Podcast! For our 14th episode, Anjel interviews pagan elder in the witchcraft and neopagan community, Phaedra Bonewits. In our conversation we discuss the women’s spirituality movement and its influence on witchcraft and what important lessons Phaedra would like younger witches to know about this important time in our collective her-story. We also talk a bit about modern expression of witchcraft and how the neopagan community needs to evolve to encompass all gender diversity, as well as share some interesting anecdotes about her late husband, Isaac Bonewits. Our Episode Sponsors: As Above Wild Witches of the Willamette Wild Witches Year and a Day class Mastering Witchcraft by Paul Huson A discussion on Baby Witches on The Seeking Witchcraft Podcast Waking the Witch by Pam Grossman Missing Witches Episode on Zea Budapest Real Magic: An Introductory Treatise on the Basic Principles of Yellow Magic | |||
| 01 Aug 2022 | Wild Witches Ep 11: A Lugh Story | 01:02:27 | |
Welcome to this special episode of the Wild Witches episode, just in time for Lughnasadh. In this episode, Enku shares a story about Lugh, Celtic God for which the holiday is named. He tells some of the myths and legends of this Celtic deity and ties it to lessons for us to take from these ancient tales as modern people. Science Witch Podcast on Apple If you have any question, thoughts, or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! Send questions to questions@sciencewitchpodcast.com and we'll follow up and, with your permission, share it on an upcoming episode. | |||
| 12 Oct 2022 | Ep 33: Astrology 202 | 00:53:20 | |
In this episode of the podcast, Enku and Anjel talk about Astrology as a compendium to the Wild Witches episode Astrology 101. They discuss how astrology was the first predictive analytics, how to look up your chart, aspects and how they influence the nuances of your chart, and discover that they both have their north node in Gemini and were destined to this podcast together. Science Witch Podcast on Apple | |||
| 03 Feb 2022 | Episode 26: Hoodoo Science and Magick with That Hoodoo Lady | 01:08:25 | |
Enku and Anjel interview That Hoodoo Lady about Hoodoo, how it is for everyone, what Hoodoo entails in her practice, and how the Bible was used in Hoodoo practice. Before we get to the interview, we talk about new additions and updates to our Patreon page. This episode is sponsored by That Witch Life Mini Con Show Notes https://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2022/02/02/episode-26-hoodoo-science-and-magick-with-that-hoodoo-lady/ | |||
| 05 May 2022 | Wild Witches 9: CUUPs Presentation | 00:18:17 | |
In this episode from the Wild Witch series, Enku shares a presentation he did on Pagans for his local UU Chapter. For show notes: http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2022/05/04/wild-witches-9-cuups-with-enku/ | |||
| 28 Mar 2023 | Deity Deep Dives- Ep 3: Bastet/Sekhmet | 00:10:49 | |
Welcome to the third episode in our Patreon mostly series, Deity Deep Dives. In this special edition of Deity Deep Dives we are releasing on the main RSS feed , Anjel talks about their first foray into polytheism with the original sexy cat girl, Bastet. In this episode, Anjel traces the history of the domestication of cats through the iconography of Sekhmet and Bastet and relays some of the stories of this Ancient Egyptian Goddess. Music is by our producer, Daniel. Stickers of this and other deities are available on our Etsy. Show notes can be found here. | |||
| 06 Apr 2020 | Episode 2: Local Food in a Global Pandemic | 00:55:31 | |
Welcome to the second episode of the Science Witch Podcast! Anjel and Iris have a guest this time and we talk about the dramatically increasing interest in gardening, urban foraging and local food systems more generally with Cricket, a fellow queer witch and plant enthusiast. Tune in for inspiration, insights and cozy conversation—and then please get in touch to tell us what you loved and what you’d like to learn more about. Also… please let others know about what we’re up to so we can grow this sweet little community of ours! | |||
| 24 Aug 2021 | Episode 21: Water Witchcraft with Annwyn Avalon | 01:10:22 | |
In this episode, Anjel interviews Annwyn Avalon, author of Water Witchcraft and Way of the Water Priestess. We talk about water witchcraft, water magick movies, and ways you can honor and protect the waters. Show Notes: http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2021/08/24/episode-21-water-witchcraft-with-annwyn-avalon/ If you have any questions or comments please let us know at questions@sciencewitchpodcast.com | |||
| 12 Mar 2024 | Ep 61: AI in the Age of Aquarius | 00:52:42 | |
| 06 May 2021 | Wild Witches Episode 2- Heathenry | 01:32:30 | |
In this conversation we discuss the Heathen community in the PNW, the 9 noble virtues of Heathenry as well as the challenges People of Color have faced when identifying with a religion that has been co-opted by white nationalist. It’s an important and fascinating conversation that I felt very honored to facilitate and get to share with y’all now over this RSS feed. This conversation also features questions and experiences with Heathenry from Moondancer and Enku from the previous Wild Witch episode as well as some great input from David who is a practicing Heathen. Content warning: mentions of alcohol and drinking. Show Notes////// Wild Witches Year and A Day community Eric the Red: The Viking Adventurer The Prose Edda: Norse Mythology The 9 Noble Virtues of Heathenry Historical European Martial Arts If you have any question, thoughts, or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! Send questions to questions@sciencewitchpodcast.com and we’ll follow up and, with your permission, share it on an upcoming episode. Also… please follow us, share this episode out, give us a fabulous rating and let others know about what we’re up to so we can keep growing this sweet little community of ours! | |||
| 25 Jun 2020 | Episode 5: The Magick of Mead with Lilly Weichberger of Oran Mor Artisan Mead | 00:42:46 | |
Welcome to the fifth episode of the Science Witch Podcast! In this episode, Anjel talks with Lilly Weichberger of Oran Mor Artisan Mead—a family and friends run business in Roseburg, Oregon with a deep dedication to community. If you have any question, thoughts, or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! Send questions to questions@sciencewitchpodcast.com and we’ll follow up and, with your permission, share it on an upcoming episode. Also… please follow us, share this episode out, give us a fabulous rating and let others know about what we’re up to so we can keep growing this sweet little community of ours! | |||
| 31 Jan 2023 | Episode 36: Belief, Being, and Beyond with Granddaughter Crow | 00:59:41 | |
In this episode, Anjel and Enku get a chance to talk to Granddaughter Crow about her book Belief, Being, and Beyond: Your Journey to Questioning Ideas, Deconstructing Concepts & Healing from Harmful Belief Systems. This conversation is rich with big ideas and concepts surrounding the evolution of the human soul, how interconnected myths across the world with and even some healing through astrology. Science Witch Podcast on Apple | |||
| 06 Jan 2023 | Wild Witches Ep 18- Biz Witches with As Above | 00:47:44 | |
Anjel interviews business owners Christina and Melissa of As Above, LLC . In this episode, they discuss running a witchy business, ethical sourcing and being mindful of cultural appropriation and vending at all sorts of witchy events throughout the PNW. They also give advice for anyone wanting to start their own witchy business. Science Witch Podcast on Apple Show notes and Transcripts for this episode can be found here | |||
| 12 Oct 2023 | Episode 52: Witchcraft is adaptive with Vincent Higginbotham | 01:06:46 | |
In this episode, Anjel interviews Vincent Higginbotham about his book How Witchcraft Saved My Life and discusses the ways in which witchcraft is adaptive and helps us survive late stage capitalism. Content Warning for some discussions about sexual abuse, homelessness and suicide. Vini is one of the featured guests for So Mote That Con happening Oct 14-15, 2023, the online witch convention hosted by That Witch Life. Get your tickets for the event on sale now, or if you miss it you can have the recording sent to you. Show notes and transcripts can be found here.
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| 14 Jun 2023 | Episode 44: Breath | 01:06:40 | |
For the inaugural episode with Daniel joining as a co-host, the three of us discuss the topic of breath from each of our own unique perspectives and expertise. Anjel talks about yoga and their practice of breath work and pranayama, Daniel talks about breath from an anatomical and vocal training perspective, and Enku talks about mindfulness meditation and breath as well as clean air inequality and how racism and classism intersects with the issue of clean air. We also talk a bit about the different locations we each hail from and how having a podcast based out of three different locations is something we are excited to bring to our listeners. Transcripts and show notes for this episode can be found here. Science Witch Podcast on Apple
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| 31 Oct 2022 | Episode 34: Epigenetics and Ancestral Healing | 00:57:45 | |
In this special Samhain episode, Enku and Anjel talk about the emerging field of epigenetics which studies how genetics and environmental influences impact how trauma is passed through genetic lineages and how to engage in an ancestral healing practice that has the ability to change gene expression and breaking generational curses. Show Notes and Transcripts available here. | |||
| 06 Aug 2023 | Episode 47- Summerween Special with J Allen Cross | 01:24:30 | |
For this Episode of the Science Witch Podcast, Enku and Anjel interview author, paranormal investigator and witch, J Allen Cross about his books American Brujeria and the Witch’s Guide to the Paranormal. In this conversation, we talk about the different forms of spirits and hauntings that can occur and how trauma is related to paranormal activity. At the end of the episode we round up our summer vacay with some reflection about the last few weeks and Mystic South. Science Witch Podcast on Apple Show notes and transcripts can be found here. | |||
| 12 Aug 2023 | Episode 48- Transpersonal Astrology with Rhabb | 01:20:33 | |
For this episode, Enku and Anjel interview their long time friend and Transpersonal Astrologer, Rhabb in this rich and dense conversation about Astrology. We discuss why astrology is useful as a personal inquiry tool and how biographical information is articulated in your birth chart. We also make an important announcement at the end of the episode.
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| 05 May 2024 | Ep 63: Stage Magic and the Occult with Sensei Strange | 00:54:59 | |
In this episode, Ruby and Anjel interview Sensei Strange about Stage Magic and its intersections with the Occult. The convo has some rich discussion of the history of stage magic, the definition of magic vs magick, and how to not accidentally start a cult. Before the episode, we introduce our newest member to the SWP team, James.
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| 14 Mar 2022 | Episode 28- Lucid Dreaming Magick | 00:56:33 | |
In this episode, Enku and Anjel discuss strategies for implementing a lucid dream practice and how to incorporate it into your witchcraft practice. They talk about different ways to increase lucidity in your dreams, ways to use lucid dreaming to speak to ancestors, deities or loved ones who have passed on, and the current science and study of lucid dreaming. They also discuss That Witch Life Mini Con and also new additions to Pateron. Show Notes available here: http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2022/03/13/episode-28-lucid-dreaming-magick/ | |||
| 11 May 2023 | Who's in Bloom- Lilac | 00:15:40 | |
In this episode of who’s in bloom for the main RSS feed, Anjel talks about being in love with lilacs and how they are the triple threat of the flowers. They go into a bit about lilacs through history as well as some of the famous gardens in the US and also suggest some recipes to use lilacs in if you happen to be lucky enough to live near one. Science Witch Podcast on Apple https://linktr.ee/sciencewitchpodcast Show notes and transcripts can be found here
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| 23 Dec 2021 | Episode 25: The Sociological and Ecological Fitness conferred by the Holiday Spirit | 00:54:59 | |
Enku and Anjel discuss the holiday spirit and the fitness conferred by reciprocity and generosity in sociological and ecological contexts. We also discuss the Mari Lwyd and give updates to our Pateron. Show notes can be found here: http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2021/12/22/episode-25-the-sociological-and-ecological-fitness-conferred-by-the-holiday-spirit/ | |||
| 20 Feb 2023 | Ep 37: AI Emergence with Tiqvah Aviv | 01:25:29 | |
In this episode of the podcast, Anjel and Enku talk to Tiqvah about the emergence of AI, what this means for artists, how we are seeing the beginning of AI generated entities such as the one known as Loab, and lots of other salient topics concerning AI and the cultural lag around us humans catching up. If you would like to get a sticker that we mention in this episode that Tiqvah specifically made for this episode, you can check it out on our Etsy store or Patreon. Show notes available here. | |||
| 21 Nov 2024 | Ep 69- Emergency Episode Post | 00:39:05 | |
In this unscripted emergency episode, all 4 co-hosts share their thoughts and fears about the results of the election. We waited until some time had passed to edit this episode so as not to traumatize our audience and also remove some of the more raw and unfiltered thoughts. While we all talk about a lot of the bad things to come, we also share messages of hope and affirmation of our project to connect queeridos all over the world and be in community. | |||
| 20 Jun 2020 | Episode 4: Kombucha Alchemy | 00:34:28 | |
Welcome to the fourth episode of the Science Witch Podcast! In this episode, Anjel shares information and insights on how brewing this amazing fermented tea has helped to manage their stress levels and bring magick into their life during a global pandemic. If you have any question, thoughts, or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! Send questions to questions@sciencewitchpodcast.com and we’ll follow up and, with your permission, share it on an upcoming episode. Also… please follow us, share this episode out, give us a fabulous rating and let others know about what we’re up to so we can keep growing this sweet little community of ours! | |||
| 16 Nov 2022 | Wild Witches Episode 16: Hecate of the Crossroads with Melissa Thorn | 01:09:14 | |
In this episode of the Wild Witches, Anjel share audio from a class from the Wild Witches Year and a Day community on Hecate, presented by Melissa Thorn. Melissa is a devotee of Hecate and discusses her relationship and devotional practice with this ancient goddess of myth and magic. Science Witch Podcast on Apple | |||
| 10 Jan 2024 | Episode 58- Mind your practice | 01:06:52 | |
In this episode, Anjel and Ruby talk about New Year’s resolutions, the elements of developing a practice and strategies for implementing and establishing new habits as well as some info about how to make your new intentions for the new year lasting. We discuss some of the research involved with music practice and also talk a bit about the importance of flow state. Show notes and transcripts can be found here | |||
| 30 May 2023 | Special Field Report: The Tree that Owns Itself | 00:16:44 | |
In this special field report recorded on location, Enku interviews several neighbors of The Tree That Owns Itself in Athens GA and learns of the Stop Cop City movements and tragic murder of forest defender Manuel “Tortuguita” Terán by Atlanta police. Be sure to check the companion youtube video of Enku at the Tree that Owns Itself On our Youtube station. Science Witch Podcast on Apple Show notes and more pictures of the Tree that Owns Itself can be found here.
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| 07 Nov 2021 | Wild Witches Episode 5: Sourdough and Ancestor Veneration at the Witches Faire and Gathering | 00:42:35 | |
In this episode in the Wild Witch series, Anjel shares a recording from the Witches Faire and Gathering on Oct 30, 2021 they presented on using sourdough in ancestor veneration practice. They share information about their own ancestor veneration practice, ideas about reparations towards indigenous people, and gives tips about how to feed and bake with sourdough. Show notes available at: http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2021/11/06/wild-witches-episode-5-sourdough-and-ancestor-veneration-at-the-witches-faire-and-gathering/ | |||
| 09 Dec 2021 | Episode 24: The Tenacious Unicorn Ranch | 01:01:22 | |
In this episode Enku and Anjel interview Penny and Jay from the Tenacious Unicorn Ranch, a trans and queer haven in rural Westcliffe, Colorado where LGBTQIA+ individuals can escape the cis/het world, surrounded by hundreds of cute fluffy animals including alpaca and gorgeous views of majestic mountains and rolling hills. Before the interview, we talk briefly about the latest updates to the Patreon page. Special thanks to our episode sponsors, Goat and Thistle. Show notes: http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2021/12/08/episode-24-the-tenacious-unicorn-ranch/ | |||
| 22 May 2023 | Episode 43: Sacred Porn with Nadya Part 1 | 00:56:25 | |
In this first of a two part series, Enku and Anjel sit down to talk about sex, sex work, porn and how to embody the sacred sexuality with fetish model and online porn content creator, Nadya. Content Warning: This conversation delves into explicit sexual themes including sexual exploitation and problematic issues with the porn industry. Please only listen to these episodes if you are in a good frame of mind to hear explicit sexual topics brought up and are somewhere appropriate or discreet to hear this episode. Show notes and transcripts can be found here. Science Witch Podcast on Apple
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| 23 Apr 2022 | Episode 29: Flower Essences from the Witch's Garden with Nicolas Pearson | 00:57:42 | |
In this episode, Enku and Anjel invite repeat guest to the show, Nicolas Pearson, to talk about his new book Flower Essences from the Witch's Garden: Plant Spirits in Magickal Herbalism. In this discussion, we talk about the intersections between flower essence and science, as well as the numinous quality to this powerful healing modality. We also chat a lot about our love affair with flowers and how the making of flower essences can be employed to deepen your own practice and appreciation of flowers. Before we get to the interview, we talk about new additions and updates to our Patreon page. Show Notes found here: http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2022/04/22/episode-29-flower-essences-from-the-witchs-garden/ | |||
| 11 Jun 2021 | Wild Witches- Episode 3: Jungian Archetypes | 00:52:50 | |
In this episode, Enku and Anjel discuss the work of Carl Jung and how his concept of Archetypes has influenced current thought and practice in astrology and Tarot. Show Notes: The Gateway: The Teal Swan Story The Red Book - A window into Jung’s dreams Carl Jung Tarot Cards Provide Doorways to the unconscious and even a way to predict the future The Visionary Mystical Art of Carl Jung | |||
| 15 Aug 2024 | Episode 66: Native Pollinators and Mason Bees with Carol Haven | 00:57:57 | |
For this episode, Enku and Anjel interview Master Gardner and Pollinator Protector, Carol Haven. We talk about the intersections of studying pollinators scientifically and spiritually, as well as the Master Gardener program. Ruby joined Anjel for the intro/outro and we updated folks about the upcoming show we’re producing: The Trans Telethon 2. Show notes and transcripts found here. | |||
| 14 Nov 2024 | Tripping Through The Tarot: The Magician | 00:11:35 | |
In this episode of Tripping Through the Tarot, Anjel shares a love letter to all the creatives out there struggling to keep doing their art. In this audio essay, Anjel discusses the card of the Magician and how being in creative commune with our divine selves is accomplished through enacting our true will on the universe. Anjel also mentions their favorite occult author and teacher (at the moment) Damien Echols work. They send this out on the main RSS feed with the intention of supporting fellow creatives out there listening. Show notes and transcripts available here. | |||
| 13 May 2020 | Episode 3: Interview with Lupa | 00:53:21 | |
Welcome to the third episode of the Science Witch Podcast! Anjel enjoys a great conversation with Lupa about the joy and importance of citizen science and how to stay connected to—or even deepen our relationship with—nature, even during the current global pandemic. Tune in for inspiration, insights and cozy conversation—and then please get in touch to tell us what you loved and what you’d like to learn more about. Also… please follow us, share this episode out, give us a fabulous rating and let others know about what we’re up to so we can keep growing this sweet little community of ours! Show notes: thegreenwolf.com thetarotofbones.com iNaturalist – app: https://www.inaturalist.org/ https://www.nationalgeographic.org/idea/citizen-science-projects/ Phenology: https://www.usanpn.org/ https://www.usanpn.org/natures_notebook | |||
| 02 Aug 2021 | Episode 20: It's all coming up Roses! | 00:40:10 | |
In this episode, Enku and Anjel discuss Roses, the biology and history of these iconic flowers, magical associations, how roses have been used as symbols throughout history and even some ways to incorporate roses into your kitchen witchery and spell work. At the end of the episode, we host a promo for one of our favorite fellow witchy podcasts: That Witch Life. Check out our Pateron if you would like to support us and get cool SWP stuff, including stickers and teas. Show notes can be found here. | |||
| 13 Jul 2023 | Who's in Bloom-Corpse Flower | 00:09:36 | |
For this episode of Who’s in Bloom for the main RSS Feed, Anjel talks about getting to see the Corpse Flower at WSU, Titan VanCoug in bloom, as well as why giant weird flowers like this are still an important plant teacher for us even if it isn’t directly useful for humans. We will be at Mystic South this weekend so be sure to check out our events going on if you will be attending!
If you like this episode and want to check out more episodes like this, check us out on Patreon. Check out Etsy. Transcripts and show notes can be found here. | |||
| 13 Nov 2023 | Episode 54- Veteran's Day Special | 01:06:13 | |
In this episode, Anjel talks with Shane Nelson who was one of the first pagan military chaplains and a licensed therapist who works with veterans with PTSD. In this conversation we talk about trauma, the history of how veterans were able to claim pagan on their dog tags and some interesting astrology discussion towards the end. Transcripts and show notes can be found here. Science Witch Podcast on Apple | |||
| 21 Sep 2023 | Episode 51: Protection Magick With Amy Blackthorn | 00:53:44 | |
In this episode, Ruby and Anjel interview Amy Blackthorn about her book Protection Magick and discuss the ways that we can employ practical and magical ways to defend ourselves physically, mentally and spiritually. We also talk a bit about plant magick leading into Amy’s new book project. At the end of the episode we discuss the updates to our Patreon including our new Discord Server. Show notes and transcripts can be found here. | |||
| 02 Apr 2021 | Episode 15: #WitchesGettinVaccinated | 01:18:17 | |
For this episode, I have a conversation with fellow Science Witch, Kat Borealis of the Borealis Meditation podcast. In our conversation, we discuss how her geological studies intersect and affirm her spirituality, and then discuss the COVID-19 vaccine in an effort to combat misinformation in the spiritual community about these vaccines. We introduce the hashtage #WitchesGettinVaccinated and invite anyone out there listening to use it in their social media platforms to support vaccine and science literacy. Before the interview, I talk about new additions and updates to our Patreon page. Special thanks to our episode sponsors, Cricket and Iris Magical Botanicals. ////////////// Show Notes Starhawk responds to negative comments about her getting vaccinated Unlocking the potential of vaccines built on messenger RNA If you have any question, thoughts, or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! Send questions to questions@sciencewitchpodcast.com and we’ll follow up and, with your permission, share it on an upcoming episode. Also… please follow us, share this episode out, give us a fabulous rating and let others know about what we’re up to so we can keep growing this sweet little community of ours! | |||
| 08 Dec 2022 | Deity Deep Dives Ep 1: Seshat, Egyptian Goddess of Math, Science and Writing | 00:16:25 | |
In this inaugural episode of Deity Deep Dives, Anjel testifies their devotion to Seshat, Egyptian Goddess of math and science and “she who is foremost in the house of books”. This episode is one part information about the Goddess Seshat and one part personal gnosis as Anjel shares their devotional practice and how it has inspired this podcast and their scientific aspirations. This episode is also a dedication to Anjel’s tarot teacher, friend and mentor, Richard Stratton who passed away around this time in 2020. Anjel shares a poem written by Richard about Egypt as they bonded in their love of the Goddess of books and record keeping. Show notes and transcripts available here. Stickers of this and other deities are available on our Etsy. | |||
| 11 Oct 2021 | Episode 22: Sourdough as a practice for the ancestors and Lugh the Celtic God of everything | 00:57:15 | |
In this episode, Enku and Anjel try out a new episode format wherein we teach each other about different topics the other researches. Anjel talks about sourdough and how to tie it to ancestor practice. Enku share’s myths and analysis about the Celtic God Lugh. Show notes located at http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2021/10/10/episode-22-sourdough-and-lugh/ | |||
| 01 Feb 2024 | Episode 59: Conspirtuality with Matthew Remski | 01:16:42 | |
In this episode, Anjel gets the chance to interview Matthew Remski one of the 3 co-hosts of the Conspirituality Podcast about their book and podcast. Content warning for discussions of cult dynamics, sexual abuse and discussions of the dark sorted past of Yoga. Show notes and transcripts can be found here | |||
| 18 May 2021 | Episode 18: Interview with Seba, The Southern Fried Witch | 01:15:52 | |
In this episode, Anjel interviews Seba from the Southern Fried Witch Podcast. We talk about being a witch in the Deep South, the challenges and deep magick that comes from the land down home and how podcasting has changed her perspective on the craft. Before the interview, Anjel makes an amendment to her previous episode on houseplants, shares updates on the Pateron, and makes an exciting announcement about a new co-host joining the show, Enku! Thanks to our episode sponsor Cricket and Iris Botanicals Show notes The Dark side of our Houseplant obsession The Fat Feminist Witch Podcast- Episode 87 – Voluptas! Pagan sues Panera Bread Company alleging religious discrimination The Southern Fried Witch- Episode 7: Hound Dogs in Tree | |||
| 29 Jun 2023 | Wild Witches Ep 20- Art, Fashion and Boy Love Manga with Aura | 01:04:25 | |
In this episode of the Wild Witches series, Anjel interviews their long time friend and artist buddy, Aura about art, fashion and boy love manga. In this episode Aura and Anjel talk about their shared past as artists in the furry fandom, how Aura’s aesthetic in art is mirrored in her love of Lolita fashion, and even how AI can be a useful tool for artists so as long it is not used to replace a finished art piece itself. If you want to be a beta reader for Aura’s up and coming comic, My Advisor is a Distraction, check her out on Instagram. Also we have Iris stickers to send out to our Patreon supporters and are now available on Etsy Store . Transcripts and Show notes can be found here.
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| 07 Oct 2022 | Wild Witches 14: Future Frontiers of Entheogens | 00:18:24 | |
In this edition of the Wild Witches series, Anjel shares a re-recording of a presentation they gave at Columbia Willamette Pagan Pride this past year on the future frontier of entheogens, namely psilocybin. Anjel talks about the therapeutic industry set to come online in Oregon in Jan 2023 and discusses a bit of the history of psilocybin and the importance of this profound and powerful medicine for treating mental illness. Show notes and transcripts available on website. | |||
| 01 Nov 2024 | Ep 68- Samhain Special: Death Midwifery with Angela | 01:19:46 | |
For our Samhain episode for this year, we interviewed Angela, Death Midwife and founder of Journey Home Death Care about perceptions of death and how to be advocates for our own death. We want to make a heavy content warning for discussions of death, suicide, and suicide ideation, but despite these heavy topics, Angela brings a gracious compassion to all these discussions and our conversation was very affirming. We have also included resources for suicide prevention in the show notes. Show notes and transcripts are available here. | |||
| 17 Apr 2023 | Episode 40: Paleolithic Magick with Leah Walden-Hurtgen | 01:20:03 | |
In this episode, Enku and Anjel talk to Anthropology professor and fellow Clan of the Cave Bear enthusiast Leah Walden-Hurtgen about early hominid evolution. In this episode we discuss the distinctions and evidence that supports the idea of how we became human and also talk about the archeological evidence about spiritual beliefs and even cannibalism. Content warning for sexual topics as we do delve into the Clan of the Cave Bear book series. We round off the discussion with a fascinating discussion of what makes us human and how music evolved before our language processing centers in the brain. | |||
| 29 Sep 2023 | Who's in Bloom- Lotus | 00:16:32 | |
In this episode of Who’s in Bloom, Anjel discusses the lotus flower, its phylogenetics, habitat, and culinary uses and also goes into a digression about how the Lotus is related to Yoga. Content Warning for mentions of sexual abuse, as Anjel shares their connection with Kundalini Yoga and how they are sorting through it’s problematic past to find what still resonates.
25 interesting Yoga Industry Facts Conspirituality: How New Age Conspiracy Theories Became a Health Threat 64: Remembering Guru Jagat: a Panel 36: Guru Jagat’s Pandemic Brandwash (w/Philip Deslippe & Stacie Stukin) 37: Guru Jagat Cultjacks Kundalini Yoga (w/Philip Deslippe & Stacie Stukin) 11: Cults and Disaster Spirituality Premka: White Bird in a Golden Cage: My Life with Yogi Bhajan Abuse in Yogi Bhajan's 3HO Kundalini Yoga World Transcripts for this episode can be found here. | |||
| 19 Dec 2022 | Episode 35: Gender Render | 01:07:42 | |
In this episode, Enku and Anjel discuss gender, what it is and what it is not, and also how incorporating gender fluidity in your witchcraft practice can be a potent source of power. Enku introduces the topic that he has studied for much of his academic career and discusses how gender is a social construct. They discuss how gender can further be used as a polarity and spectrum and how this empowers the witch to play with gender as a liminal space. Before we get to the episode, we talk about Patreon. We are also accepting interested collaborators that want to advertise on the podcast and sponsor an episode. Feel free to contact us if you are interested. Transcripts and show notes for this episode are available here. | |||
| 27 Jul 2022 | Wild Witches Ep 10: Palmistry with Sacha | 01:00:59 | |
For this episode of the Wild Witches, Anjel share the audio from a class in the Wild Witches Year and a Day community on FB taught by Sacha on Palmistry. Sacha goes over the various different aspects of the hand that are used in palmistry as well as some of the history of the practice. Before we get to the episode, Anjel gives a small update about Patreon, and reads an invocation they gave on the night Roe v Wade was repealed. Show notes and transcripts available here. | |||
| 24 Jun 2022 | Who's in Bloom- Iris | 00:08:14 | |
Anjel confesses what their favorite flower of all time is: the iris. In this episode they discuss the diversity of iris, orris root and how iris corresponds with creativity and brings up the Artist's Way by Julia Cameron. This episode is also available on the main feed as it is taking us a while to get the next episode for the full podcast out. Giardino dell’Iris the most colorful garden of Florence The Complete Artist's Way: Creativity as a Spiritual Practice | |||
| 14 Sep 2023 | Episode 50: The Science and Magick of Lavender | 01:01:30 | |
In this episode, Anjel interviews founder and owner of April Farms, Janice about her lavender farm and the magick and science of lavender. Before we get to the interview we have a special announcement about our co-host of the podcast. Show notes and transcripts can be found here.
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| 26 Dec 2022 | Wild Witches Ep 17- Holiday Special: Amanita muscaria with Tom Hatsis | 01:09:00 | |
In this special holiday edition of the Wild Witch series, Anjel talks with author and psychedelic advocate, Tom Hatsis about entheogens, the origins of popular holiday myths, using Amanita in your witchcraft practice and even the cocaine/ Santa Claus connection. Content warning for drug use discussed in this episode. Show notes and transcripts can be found here. Science Witch Podcast on Apple | |||
| 14 May 2022 | Episode 30: Reproductive Rights and Witches | 00:44:53 | |
In this episode, Enku and Anjel talk about their time visiting one another in the Southeast, getting to meet Seba the Southern Fried Witch and Anjel talks about her time spent visiting New Orleans with their partner. They then chat a little bit about Enku’s herbal product’s business Goat and Thistle, which is a podcast sponsor. Towards the later half of the show, they discuss the recent assault on reproductive rights by the Supreme Court’s draft decision to repeal Roe vs Wade. They also talk about how witches have a long history of being the guardians of the sacred knowledge of birth and death and why it is so important for witches to advocate for reproductive rights. Show Notes: http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2022/05/13/episode-30-reproductive-rights-and-witches/ | |||
| 27 Dec 2020 | Episode 10: Mycorrhizal Magick | 00:30:11 | |
Welcome to the tenth episode of the Science Witch Podcast! In this episode, Anjel does a deep dive into a top near and dear to their heart: mushrooms! Anjel has a masters degree in biology, with an emphasis on mycology, and their graduate research was on ectomycorrhizal fungi. ////////////// It is important that we acknowledge the fact that Portland, Oregon is located in the traditional homelands of the Multnomah, Wasco, Cowlitz, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Watlala Bands of Chinook, Tualatin Kalapuya, Molalla, and many other indigenous nations who made their homes along the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. It is our intention in recognizing these communities to honor their lives, their legacies, their elders, their descendants, and the vibrancy and importance of their ongoing work—and to stand in solidarity with them at every opportunity. | |||
| 25 Mar 2025 | Ep 72: Meditation | 01:02:33 | |
In this episode, Enku, Ruby and Anjel each talk about their different expertise and perspectives on meditation and give information and suggestions on how to start and maintain a meditation practice. The three hosts each share their own experiences and practice in this episode as an offering to our listeners to help survive late stage capitalism with equanimity. Show notes can be found here. | |||
| 03 Feb 2023 | Deity Deep Dives Ep 2: Brigid | 00:29:37 | |
In this special edition of Deity Deep Dives we are releasing on the main RSS feed for Imbolc, Enku relays stories of Brigid, Goddess and Saint in Ireland. In this episode of our Patreon mostly series, he talks about Brigid’s mythology in both ancient Ireland and her Christian counterpart, as well as where some of her sacred sites are. He also talks about how best to celebrate the holiday of Imbolc and what ways you can invite the Goddess into your home during this sabbot that is the midpoint between solstice and the equinox. Show notes available here. | |||
| 17 Sep 2024 | Tripping Through The Tarot: The Fool | 00:09:48 | |
Content warning for brief mention of suicide and sexually explicit stand up. In this inaugural episode of our new Patreon mostly series, Tripping Through the Tarot, Anjel discusses the first card in the tarot: The Fool, as well as their experiences in the stand up comedy community and what dating a stand up comic has taught them about the nature of humor, and how there is power in speaking the quiet part out loud. THey also talk about humor from an evolutionary standpoint and include a quote from Fool: A Novel by Christopher More. If you like this episode and you want to support our show and creative output, please consider supporting us on Patreon. Show notes and Transcripts can be found here.
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| 23 Apr 2021 | Episode 16- Reclaiming the Colorado with John Mahkewa | 00:54:48 | |
In this episode, Anjel interviews John Mahkewa, Hopi Elder, Permaculture consultant and water defender about his project the Yuma Convergence and his efforts to help restore the Colorado River. In this conversation, John shares stories of his indigenous traditions and how we can heal our own relationship with the earth and waters. Before the interview, I talk about new additions and updates to our Patreon page. Special thanks to our episode sponsors, Cricket and Iris Magical Botanicals. Show Notes Grace Chapella- John's Grandmother and famous Hopi ceramic artist | |||
| 21 Jun 2023 | Who's in Bloom- Honeysuckle | 00:08:13 | |
In this special episode of our Patreon-mostly series we are releasing on the main RSS feed for Solstice, Anjel talks about how to live deliciously through developing a relationship with honeysuckle. If you like this episode and want to check out more episodes like this, check us out on Patreon. Check out Etsy. Transcript for this episode available here. Show notes found here.
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| 21 Dec 2023 | Episode 57: Yule Cat and other Winter Monsters with Dara | 01:02:53 | |
For our special holiday episode this year, Anjel got to talk to Dara about Yule cat and other winter monsters as well as talk about some of the aspects to modern pagan/heathen Yule celebrations that are part of our holiday traditions that we are making.
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| 31 Oct 2023 | Episode 53- Samhain Special with J Allen Cross | 01:06:58 | |
In this special Samhain Episode, J Allen Cross returns to talk with Anjel about trauma informed paranormal resolution and how having a trauma informed background can be valuable for those investigating paranormal activity. Science Witch Podcast on Apple Show notes and transcripts can be found here.
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| 03 Jun 2024 | Episode 64- Carnivorous Plant Cult with Carson | 01:09:29 | |
In this episode, Anjel interviews carnivorous plant enthusiast Carson Treckler about bewitching and queer carnivorous plants. Anjel and Enku introduce this episode Anjel recorded last year just in time to release for pride and help initiate more queer folk into our Carnivorous plant cult. For show notes and transcripts see our website.
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| 29 Apr 2021 | Episode 17: Here's to you Dr. Wolverton, we all love your plants | 00:32:07 | |
In this solo episode, Anjel does a deep dive into houseplants and speaks about a cherished science mentor that made them the science witch they are today. Also discussed in this podcast is some liturgy about Ninkasi as well as updates to the Pateron. Before the interview, I talk about new additions and updates to our Patreon page. Special thanks to our episode sponsors, Cricket and Iris Magical Botanicals. Plants Clean Air and Water for Indoor Environments Dr. Wolverton’s environmental consulting company- Wolverton Environmental How to Grow Fresh Air by Bill Wolverton What's in a Name? Why We Won't Use T. zebrina's Common Name How to make an easy macramé plant sling Beginners Guide to Houseplants by Beverly Hill Houseplants that Heal by by J W Adams Citations: Giese, M., U. Bauer-Doranth, C. Langebartels and H. Sandermann, Jr., 'Detoxification of formaldehyde by the spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum L.) and by soybean (Glycine max L.) cell suspension cultures,' Plant Physiology, 1994, 104:1301-1309. Orwell, Ralph L., et al. "Removal of benzene by the indoor plant/substrate microcosm and implications for air quality." Water, Air, and Soil Pollution 157.1-4 (2004): 193-207. Ege, Markus Johannes, et al. "Prenatal exposure to a farm environment modifies atopic sensitization at birth." Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology 122.2 (2008): 407-412. Gehring, Ulrike, et al. "Beta (1--> 3)-glucan in house dust of German homes: housing characteristics, occupant behavior, and relations with endotoxins, allergens, and molds." Environmental Health Perspectives 109.2 (2001): 139. Shoemaker, Candice A., et al. "Relationships between plants, behavior, and attitudes in an office environment." HortTechnology 2.2 (1992): 205-206. Wolverton, B. C. How To Grow Fresh Air, Penguin Books, New York, 1997 Wolverton, B. C., Rebecca C. McDonald, and E. A. Watkins. "Foliage plants for removing indoor air pollutants from energy-efficient homes." Economic Botany38.2 (1984): 224-228. | |||
| 26 Sep 2024 | Deity Deep Dives: Heqet | 00:09:32 | |
In this special edition of Deity Deep Dives we are releasing on the main RSS feed , Anjel talks about Heqet, the ancient Egyptian frog headed goddess, that is associated with fertility, childbirth and transformation. In this episode, Anjel discusses the connection of Heqet with the Goddess Hecate and how frogs have long been associated with witches in part thanks to this connection. They also talk a bit about threats that are causing the decline of frog populations all over the world, with several conservation organizations to help save frogs found in the show notes. Music is by Sweet Hammer, used with permission from the artist. Stickers of this and other deities are available on our Etsy. Transcripts for this episode are found here. Show notes available here.
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| 23 Jul 2023 | Who's in Bloom: Southern Magnolia | 00:15:18 | |
For this episode of Who’s in Bloom for the main RSS Feed, Anjel talks about the Southern Magnolia and how it is tied to complicated feelings surrounding their identity as a southern transplant in the PNW. We had an absolutely amazing time at Mystic South this weekend and plan on attending next year. If you like this episode and want to check out more episodes like this, check us out on Patreon. Check out Etsy. Transcripts and show notes for this episode available here.
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| 28 Aug 2024 | Who's in Bloom- Gladiolus | 00:11:14 | |
In this episode of Who’s in Bloom, Anjel gushes about gladiolus or glads if you’re casual. This short episode includes information about the ecology, ethnobotanical history and how to grow glads, with a bit of information about mythology. Also in this episode Anjel remembers one of the Science Witch Coven who has crossed over into the summerlands. Before the episode, Ruby Spotlights one of our sponsors for the Trans Telethon: Transponder. Show notes and transcripts can be found here.
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| 24 Nov 2023 | Episode 55: Talk to Mushrooms not cops with Jesse Lee | 01:21:03 | |
In this episode, Ruby and Anjel talk with Jesse Lee Art about their art, mushrooms, politics, and how creatives need to model fungal networks of care to help resource one another. Science Witch Podcast on Apple Transcripts and show notes found here. | |||
| 07 Apr 2021 | Wild Witches Episode 1- Drawing Down the Moon | 01:14:33 | |
I wanted to post this conversation between myself and two of my favorite witches, Moondancer and Enku from our Wild Witches Year and a Day class as a bit of lagniappe for y'all listeners. In this discussion we talk about several topics around witchcraft traditions discussed in the book Drawing Down the Moon by Margot Adler and go on to discuss other topics such as witchcraft traditions, and even talk about QAnon and the Tarot is a closed practice debacle. If you have any thoughts, comments or questions about this or want to let me know your listening out there, free free to email me at questions@sciencewitchpodcast.com Show Notes Wild Witches Year and a Day Community. MW Margaret Murray: What Science Calls Nature and Religion Calls God No Tarot is not a closed practice TikTok Witches Hexing the moon The SOS in my Halloween Decorations | |||
| 02 Apr 2023 | Who's in Bloom- The Dandelion Abides | 00:08:49 | |
In this special episode of our Patreon-mostly series we are releasing on the main RSS feed for April Fool’s day, Anjel talks about how the dandelion is one of the most useful, ubiquitous and tenacious of all plant allies, and how to connect with this energy of endurance as the dandelion abides. If you like this episode and want to check out more episodes like this, check us out on Patreon. Check out Etsy. Transcript for this episode available here. Show notes Dandelion, Taraxacum officinale NCCIH information on Dandelion The war on dandelions is killing bees, but it doesn't have to Dandelion fungi could help clean toxic oilsands tailings, says Edmonton scientist Could dandelions actually be good for the environment?
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| 07 Jul 2023 | Episode 46: Queer Joy with the Queer Witch | 01:03:11 | |
For this episode of the Science Witch Podcast, Enku and Anjel talk to the Queer.Witch on Instagram about their art, being a disabled queer person through the dynamic, how to find queer joy in this world that seems to constantly be under threat by Christian Nationalists, and even talk a little bit about the Orca revolt. Anjel and Daniel introduce the episode and Daniel talks about their connection with Zooey Zephyr and the fight for trans rights in this country. They also talk a bit about all the new stuff on Patreon. Science Witch Podcast on Apple Show notes can be found here | |||
| 23 Nov 2021 | Episode 23: The Science and Magick of Crystals with Nicolas Pearson | 01:05:58 | |
In this episode, Enku and Anjel have a lovely conversation with author and healing crystal expert, Nicolas Pearson about the scientific theories behind crystal healing and also some ideas for increasing the potency of your crystal magick practice. Show notes can be found here: http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2021/11/22/episode-23-the-science-and-magick-of-crystals-with-nicolas-pearson/ Check us out on Pateron! | |||
| 01 Mar 2022 | Episode 27: Mardi Gras Magick with Kai | 01:06:33 | |
Anjel and Enku interview one of their long time friends, Kai, a musician, artist and performer who lives in New Orleans about traditions and magick of Mardi Gras. Before that we talk about Pateron, and That Witch Life Mini con. Show Notes: http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2022/02/28/episode-27-mardi-gras-magick-with-kai/ | |||
| 06 Jun 2023 | Wild Witches Ep 19- Ffynnon and the Road to Non Profit Status with Michael Agee | 00:57:53 | |
In this edition of the Wild Witch series, Anjel shares an interview they did with Michael Agee, co-founder and board member of the Pagan sanctuary, Ffynnon . In this discussion, we talk about legacy, what was involved in forming a nonprofit and how creating pagan community is necessary for the continuity of our faith. At the top of the episode is an ad by our producer Daniel for Sunfest, happening at Ffynnon on June 24-26. Show notes can be found here Science Witch Podcast on Apple
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| 03 Apr 2024 | Episode 62: Pre-Islamic Paganism | 01:07:30 | |
In this episode, Ruby and Anjel have a vivid and rich conversation with Walida about Pre-Islamic Paganism, Astrology and how this period of history is important to learn about for all those interested in the Occult. Enku joined us for the Intro/Outro to show our support of Palestine and end the Genocide. Transcripts and show notes can be found here. | |||
| 15 Feb 2025 | Deity Deep Dives: The Cailleach | 00:08:24 | |
In this edition of Deity Deep Dives, Anjel talks about the Crone of Winter, Goddess of Storms the Cailleach, where the original groundhog myth comes from and about embracing their own cronehood. Original music by Ruby. To listen to more episodes like this and support our work, check us out on Patreon. Show notes and transcripts found here. | |||
| 01 Jul 2024 | Episode 65: Queer Fiction With Red Fern | 01:15:51 | |
In this episode, Enku, Ruby and Anjel talk with writer Redfern about their work writing queer and speculative fiction, as well as some of the major themes in their work that echoes the current struggles of the queer community to find solidarity. We also discuss AI and what this new technology means for writers of the future. In the outro Enku discusses how he uses AI in the making of this episode.
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| 06 Aug 2020 | Episode 7: Resilience Witchcraft with Fermentation | 00:46:16 | |
Welcome to the seventh episode of the Science Witch Podcast! In this episode, Iris rejoins Anjel to talk about resilience witchcraft with fermentation and taking greater control of our food supplies. We also talk a bit about what’s happening in Portland and the world more broadly in terms of both the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the Movement for Black Lives, including Black Lives Matter. If you have any question, thoughts, or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! Send questions to questions@sciencewitchpodcast.com and we’ll follow up and, with your permission, share it on an upcoming episode. Also… please follow us, share this episode out, give us a fabulous rating and let others know about what we’re up to so we can keep growing this sweet little community of ours! | |||
| 21 Aug 2023 | Episode 49- The Science and Magick of Puppets | 01:17:06 | |
In this episode, Enku and Anjel interview Steve, curator of the Portland Puppet Museum about the science and magick of Puppets. Steve takes us on a world tour of his museum and shares with us some of the ancient stories that puppeteers have been using the craft of puppetry to tell for hundreds of years. At the end of the episode, we talk about our upcoming live events, Trans Telethon taking place in Portland on August 27, 2023.
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| 08 Nov 2021 | Wild Witches Episode 6: Furry and the Occult with Triad Fox | 01:00:15 | |
For this episode in the Wild Witch Series, Anjel share a recording from a presentation on Furry and the Occult at Biggest Little Fur Con, in Reno Nevada this past October with their partner, Triad Fox. In this presentation we discuss the history of anthropomorphic deities and share mythology and iconography of anthropomorphic deities in several pantheons across human history including Khemetic, Vedic and Pre-Christian Europe. We then open up the discussion and invite participants to consider the idea that furry can have a spiritual dimension and discuss ways in which creativity found in the fandom is an expression of divinity. We have included audio from the discussion part as well as the presentation file over on our Pateron for free, so if you are interested in hearing the extended discussion and seeing the artwork of the deities we discussed, check out the Science Witch Podcast on Pateron Show notes available on: http://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2021/11/07/wild-witches-episode-6-furry-and-the-occult-with-triad-fox-at-blfc2021/ | |||
| 14 Dec 2023 | Episode 56: Psilocybin Therapy with Dr. Dug Wingate | 00:59:49 | |
In this episode, Anjel speaks with Dr. Dug Wingate about the therapeutic use of psilocybin and developing the psilocybin industry in Oregon. In this discussion, we talk about micro-dosing, set, setting and dose philosophy and how psilocybin has the potential to help so many people struggling with mental health issues. Science Witch Podcast on Apple Show notes and transcripts can be found here. | |||
| 31 Jan 2025 | Ep 71- Chaos Magick with Oliver | 01:09:55 | |
In this episode, the 4 co-hosts revisit the topic of Chaos Magick with one of the SWP coven, Oliver. This conversation brings in a lot of interesting threads to both introduce and pique listener interest in the topic of Chaos Magick as well as help give our community more tools for surviving the next 4 years and making it a bit more magical. Transcripts and show notes found here. | |||
| 11 Nov 2022 | Wild Witches Ep 15: Witches in the Military | 00:55:03 | |
In this episode of the Wild Witches Series, Anjel interviews John Paul, who is a service member in the Army and an initiated witch in the Temple of Witchcraft, as well as a long time friend. In this conversation, they talk about being a witch in the military, how witchcraft is received and also resources for witches and pagans who serve. | |||
| 18 Jan 2021 | Episode 11- Frankincense, Myrrh, and other resins for your sacred smoke practice with Amy Blackthorn | 00:38:19 | |
Welcome to the eleventh episode of the Science Witch Podcast! In this episode, Anjel interviews Amy Blackthorn of Blackthorn’s Botanicals and they talk about how to respectfully and thoughtfully develop your own smoke cleansing practice, as well as information about the history of two resins that have important significance to the ancient word and modern witchcraft: frankincense and myrrh. Amy also talks about her upcoming new book project and shares some wisdom and insight in working with these plant allies in a myriad of ways beyond just smoke cleansing. At the end of the episode Anjel shares a remembrance of their friend, Richard Stratton, who passed away early in December, and reads a brief poem that he had written. Show Notes Sacred Smoke: Clear Away Negative Energies and Purify Body, Mind, and Spirit Blackthorn’s Botanical Brews: Herbal Potions, Magical Teas, and Spirited Libations | |||
| 13 Sep 2020 | Episode 8: Composting Magic with Worms + Portland Update | 00:49:12 | |
Welcome to the eighth episode of the Science Witch Podcast! In this episode, Anjel and Iris share all kinds of goodness on the magic of composting with worms, how you can take more control of both your food and waste stream—and how microorganisms may just be the magical entities that will save us all. We also talk a bit about what's happening in Portland and the world more broadly in terms of both the Movement for Black Lives, including Black Lives Matter. See full show notes below! If you have any question, thoughts, or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! Send questions to questions@sciencewitchpodcast.com and we'll follow up and, with your permission, share it on an upcoming episode. Also... please follow us, share this episode out, give us a fabulous rating and let others know about what we're up to so we can keep growing this sweet little community of ours! Our show notes are packed with goodness here! https://www.sciencewitchpodcast.com/2020/09/12/episode-8-composting-magic-with-worms-plus-portland-update/ | |||
| 25 Aug 2022 | Who's In Bloom- Queen Anne's Lace | 00:06:51 | |
In this episode of Who’s in Bloom released to our main RSS feed, Anjel talks about Queen Anne’s lace, the ubiquitous fractal flower of late summer, sometimes called an invasive plant, but also an edible forage and how it is winning in the impending climate crises. Science Witch Podcast on Apple Farmer’s Almanac on Queen Anne’s Lace Make Yellow Dye with Queen Anne’s Lace Moody Moons- 9 ways to use Queen Anne’s Lace in Witchcraft | |||
| 02 Mar 2022 | Bonus Episode- Who's in Bloom- Daffodil with Enku | 00:13:24 | |
This is a sample from our exclusive Patreon mini series, Who's in Bloom, which you can listen to for only 1 dollar per month. In this bonus series, Enku and Anjel explore the science and magic of flowers in bloom in their respective regions of North America. For this episode we are sharing on our main feed, Enku talks about the goofy, early spring bloomer, daffodil. We also wanted to share our statement with solidarity with Ukraine, and an episode on Sunflowers will be upcoming in this series. We hope you enjoy this bonus episode, and will check us out on Patreon | |||
| 08 Nov 2020 | Episode 9: Essential Oils | 00:38:27 | |
Welcome to the ninth episode of the Science Witch Podcast! In this episode, Anjel and Iris explore essential oils, inspired by an episode of the Netflix docuseries Unwell, which takes an unflinching look at current wellness trends. Learn about how witchcraft intersects with the scientific validation of aromatherapy, and how not to get caught up in a multilevel marketing company, also referred to as a pyramid scheme. We also talk a bit about what’s happening in Portland and the world more broadly. See full show notes below! If you have any question, thoughts, or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! Send questions to questions@sciencewitchpodcast.com and we’ll follow up and, with your permission, share it on an upcoming episode. Also… please follow us, share this episode out, give us a fabulous rating and let others know about what we’re up to so we can keep growing this sweet little community of ours! Black Lives Matter Show Notes Unwell on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81044208 Breitenbush Hot springs: https://breitenbush.com/ Opal Creek Wilderness: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/willamette/recarea/?recid=4211 Shellburg Falls: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/oregon/shellburg-falls-trail Organizations to Donate to Oregon Wildfire relief: https://oregoncf.org/oregon-wildfire-relief-recovery/ Clackamas County deputy placed on leave after sharing antifa wildfire rumors in online video: https://www.opb.org/article/2020/09/12/clackamas-county-antifa-rumor-sheriff-deputy-leave/ Resources about Ancient Egyptians and essential oil use: https://deathscent.com/2016/09/08/the-fragrance-of-the-soul-olfaction-death-in-ancient-egypt-religion-egypt-part-iii Why Essential Oils Were Important to Ancient Egyptian Pharaohs: https://utamaspicebali.com/essential-oils/why-essential-oils-were-important-to-ancient-egyptian-pharaohs/ Validation of Aromatherapy: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/aromatherapy-do-essential-oils-really-work Study with Lavender: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3612440/ Essential Oils can cause allergic reactions: https://www.livescience.com/52080-essential-oils-science-health-effects.html Green Witchcraft: A Practical Guide to Discovering the Magic of Plants, Herbs, Crystals, and Beyond by Paige Vanderbeck: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/green-witchcraft-paige-vanderbeck/1135782358 Essential Oil Vendors The Raven’s Wing Magickal Company: https://theravenswing.com/ Essential Trading Post: https://www.essentialtradingpost.com/ SensibleRemedies: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SensibleRemedies?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=725493830 Windy Farms Lavender Essential Oil: https://windyhillslavender.com/ The Lavender Shop: https://www.thelavendershop.org/ ////////////// It is important that we acknowledge the fact that Portland, Oregon is located in the traditional homelands of the Multnomah, Wasco, Cowlitz, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Watlala Bands of Chinook, Tualatin Kalapuya, Molalla, and many other indigenous nations who made their homes along the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. It is our intention in recognizing these communities to honor their lives, their legacies, their elders, their descendants, and the vibrancy and importance of their ongoing work—and to stand in solidarity with them at every opportunity. | |||
| 21 Oct 2024 | Ep 67: The Sacred Fool with Rick Quaresma | 01:17:35 | |
In this episode, Enku, Anjel and Ruby interview Anjel’s partner and aspiring comedian, Rick Quaresma about comedy, the importance of humor as resistance and speaking truth to power. Rick shares his beliefs and inspirations in comedy and we talk a bit about the upcoming election and how conservative pundits are fundamentally unfunny. Show notes and transcripts can be found here. | |||
| 01 May 2023 | Episode 41: Tree Talk for Arbor Day | 01:02:23 | |
In this episode of the Science Witch Podcast, Anjel and Enku talk about trees, one of our favorite topics. We talk about trees in mythology as well as some of the ways trees and forests must now be managed to combat the wildfire crisis in the west. We also talk about some forests that have infamous reputations as well as about a tree that owns itself.
Science Witch Podcast on Apple Show notes for this episode are found here. | |||
| 19 Feb 2024 | Ep 60: Black Queer Witchcraft | 01:06:12 | |
In this episode to honor Black History month, Anjel and Ruby interview a fellow comrade and witch locally to them, Samuel. In this episode we talk about Samuel’s experience of being a BIPOC queer person in the PNW, with its legacy of white supremacy, and how he still finds strength and great purpose from his ancestors.
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| 06 Jan 2024 | Deity Deep Dives- Date Edition: January 6th | 00:13:45 | |
In this special episode of our Patreon Mostly Series, Anjel shares their thoughts about the date January 6th, how it heralds the start of Mardi Gras, its significance in early Christian and Pre-Christian mythos, and how it has now become a somber reminder of how close we came to being plunged into fascism. Show Notes and transcripts available on our website. | |||
| 12 Mar 2023 | Episode 38- Deity Devotion with Courtney Weber | 01:07:34 | |
In this episode of the Science Witch Podcast, Anjel and Enku interview fellow podcaster and author, as well as personal friend Courtney Weber about her books, podcasting and even get into a bit about the importance of boundaries as a spiritual leader in the pagan/witchcraft community. We also run a promo for That Witch Life Minicon. | |||