3: Ritual Practice

Surprise! We are back for more new episodes! We give an update on how things have changed for us during the pandemic, talk about all our dogs, and address what we've been doing witchcraft wise during the pandemic. We also give suggestions and discuss how we've been dealing with burnout. 

In this episode, Cassie and Desiree discuss two YouTube famous cryptids - Fresno Nightcrawlers and Rakes! Welcome to season 4! 

In this episode, Cassie brings in special guest Zach from We Just Made the List to teach him about Samhain! We cover the history of the holiday and it's link to Halloween, what other cultural holidays are happening this weekend/week, and how to celebrate yourself! There are also several wrestling-related tangents, we're not entirely sorry for this, but figured we should warn you. Please remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast! And check our our social media! 

We're back for an all new season!!! This week, Cassie and Desiree discuss how they've been holding up during the 2020 COVID-19 Pandemic and the chaos of the current election cycle. We get into types of abundance work, quick how to's to get you started, and have a philosophical discussion of love spells. Let us know what you think of Desiree's new podcast idea for Cassie! Give us a like and a follow! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Pinecones-Moonstones-2262324720654471 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pineconesandmoonstones/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/pineconesandmo1

In this episode, we discuss the Poison Path and some commonly used poison plants!

In this episode, we tell you about 4 deities from Africa and Asia!

WTF is Mercury Retrograde? Does it really affect everything people blame on it? Does the planet ACTUALLY move backwards?! In this episode, Desiree and Cassie discuss what Mercury Retrograde is, how to deal with it, and some best ritual practices. They also discuss how to use your practice to combat anxieties and take care of yourself mentally during the pandemic, especially if you're self isolating at home (like we hope you are). Please remember to be kind during this time, don't touch your face, and wash your hands!

In this episode, we talk about what we've been doing in our own ritual practice this year! We dive a little deeper into stark vs. ornate magic(k), describing how we use both and where to get started! We also plug some of our favorite makers for ritual and altar items.

In this episode, we discuss the history of witchcraft and healing from the Middle Ages through the early 19th century. We discuss some of the history surrounding the establishment of Wicca as a religion, focusing especially on women who changed the course of the Craft. We close with sharing the social media of some of our favorite witches today!

In this episode, Cassie and Desiree discuss which moon phases they work with and how those can affect spellwork.  Books recommended in this episode: Lunar Abundance by Dr. Ezzie Spencer