Witching Out Loud

Tania Yager as a returning guest and multifaceted visual performance artist, writer, holistic educator, shamanic practitioner, and creative director of Twisted Heart Puppet Works.In this episode, Kristal and Tania Yager explore the Mari Lwyd, a Welsh winter tradition centered on a decorated horse skull, luck visits, and rhyming door battles. Tania shares how she discovered the Mari through synchronicity, ancestry, puppetry, and her creative work, then explains why this living folklore continues to resonate now. They also discuss how to respectfully approach the tradition outside Wales, the difference between a Mari Lwyd and a Mari Beast, and what it means to build, honor, and work magically with a horse skull.Tania will be on a book tour from October 17th, 2026 to February 5th, 2027. In Washington, join us at these events:November 14 - 15: Mari Lwyd Creation Workshop at Ashley's Pub in BremertonNovember 19: Book Talk at Holy Water Lounge, sponsored by Salmonberry Books in Port OrchardNovember 21: La Befana & Italian Christmas Magic Workshop at the Rosarium in OlympiaDecember 3: Elka & the Beast Puppet Show at Gastro Pup in BremertonDecember 4: Book Signing at The Dusty Pug in BremertonDecember 5: Krampusnacht in BremertonResources:The Wild Hunt of VistaTania on FacebookTanis on InstagramRegister for the Mari Lwyd WorkshopRegister for the La Befana WorkshopGet your ticket for the Elka & the Beast puppet showBuy the book: The Allure of Dark Winter Spirits

Regina Evanovich shows how she reads people through bone patterns, ancestor work, charms, cards, and even the energy shift of holding a snake - and why her approach often lands deeper than a traditional reading.Kristal and Regina swap stories about intuition, spirit communication, boundaries, and the lived experience that shapes a practice rooted in healing. Regina shares how her path moved from volunteering in a metaphysical shop to bone reading, necromancy, and ancestor work, plus the cultural lineages that inform her approach - from Mexico and the Philippines to Ukraine, Croatia, and beyond.If you love folk magic, ancestor veneration, death-positive spirituality, or stories about finding your true calling through healing, this conversation will hook you fast. It’s equal parts mystical, practical, funny, and deeply human - and it leaves you with a stronger sense that intuition, tradition, and community still matter.Perfect for listeners who are drawn to divination, spiritual protection, cross-cultural folk wisdom, and the kind of witchy conversation that feels both grounded and magical.ResourcesRegina on Instagram

Most people are taught to trade their real self for success - and pay for it with burnout, misery, and a life that looks good on paper but feels empty inside. Graham Skidmore says the way out is not more control, but a radical return to your authentic wiring, your gifts, and your connection to something bigger.Graham is a former Rocket Mortgage executive who built the exact life he was told to want, only to discover it was making him miserable. In this conversation with Kristal, he shares the moment everything cracked open, the healing path that followed, and why he now sees spirituality as the embodiment of the philosophical, magical, and mystical.Kristal and Graham also get into the tension between the man-made and the divine, the difference between control and cooperation, and why so many people are secretly more gifted than they realize. From clair senses and interspecies communication to the deeper meaning behind restoration, sovereignty, and unconditional love, this episode opens a door to a much bigger way of being human.If you’ve ever felt boxed in by labels, burned out by the system, or called toward a more intuitive life, this conversation is for you. It’s part permission slip, part wake-up call, and part reminder that your sensitivity may be your greatest strength.0:24 — Meet Graham Skidmore4:46 — From Corporate Burnout to Spiritual Awakening14:15 — Consciousness, Spirituality & Everyday Life20:54 — Healing, Integration & the Harmony Health Institute30:08 — Restoration, Personal Truth & Closing WisdomResourcesHarmony Health InstituteGraham Skidmore on LinkedIn

Book witchcraft, daily divination, and the art of making every day sacred - Victoria Raschke reveals how books, recipes, and ritual can turn ordinary life into a living magical practice.Victoria Raschke has built a practice that is equal parts dusty archives, kitchen magic, ancestor work, and modern witchcraft. In this conversation, the author of A Witch's Book of Days shares how she turned a lifelong obsession with books into a spiritual path, why bibliography and bibliomancy belong in the same sentence, and how she learned to trust the odd, meandering path that makes her practice uniquely hers.Discover how Victoria reads old books for guidance, why household manuals can be powerful magical tools, and how she creates daily rituals that are simple enough to survive real life. She also opens up about moving from Christian roots to Dianic Wicca, finding her way through Forest's Edge animist witchcraft, and the ongoing balance of honoring multiple traditions without flattening her own identity.Perfect for witches, seekers, book lovers, kitchen magic devotees, and anyone who wants a more grounded, sustainable way to make the everyday feel enchanted.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Victoria Rashke03:20 Antiquarian Practice in Witchcraft06:20 Magical Path and Spiritual Practice11:16 Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Spiritual Practices25:55 Incorporating Cooking into Spiritual PracticeConnect with VictoriaWitchLit PodcastVictoriaRaschke.comBlueSky

Kristal talks with Eric Morley, founder of Krampus Bremerton and creator of Krampus America, about how a childhood fascination with magic, horror, and folklore eventually became a public-facing Krampus tradition that now draws thousands. Eric shares how Krampus became both a personal practice and a community project, and why he sees folklore as a way to connect people across politics, identity, and belief.This episode moves from Eric’s path out of Mormonism into witchcraft, to the story of how a one-off Krampus costume in Bremerton grew into a major annual festival and national network. Along the way, Kristal and Eric dig into ritual, grounding, elemental magic, ancestry, and the power of keeping tradition alive while making it your own.How to Connect with EricKrampus BremertonKrampus AmericaFacebookInstagramTikTokYouTube

In this episode, Tracey Phelps shares how her journey from dysregulation to mastery led her to integrate HeartMath techniques with spirituality, helping us improve nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, and self-awareness. Perfect for anyone feeling overwhelmed by today's chaos, this conversation offers practical tools to cultivate inner peace and magic.TimestampsResourcesHeartMath InstituteHeartMath emWave and Inner Balance devicesWild Earth Living communitySkool platform for intentional communitiesThe Yogabadi College for breathwork

Dive into the ancient world of runes with this episode featuring Tania Yager, who explores how these ancient symbols hold deep spiritual and divinatory power. Whether you're new to runes or seeking to deepen your connection, this episode offers practical insights into vocalizing runes, their history, and their role in modern witchcraft.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction to the episode and Tania Jaeger's background02:16 - The mystery and ancient significance of runes04:30 - What are runes? An overview of their history and use06:28 - The Eddas and their role in Norse mythology09:00 - How historical and Christian influences shape our understanding of runes12:01 - Personal connection and journey into rune practice14:01 - Incorporating runes into meditative and trance work16:30 - The power of vocalizing runes (Rune Galdr) and making sound sacred20:13 - Using runes in art, craft, and everyday objects for protection and blessing24:22 - Debunking misconceptions: Racist associations and cultural misappropriation32:26 - Environmental and cultural variations in rune meanings37:03 - Tania’s personal favorite rune—Raido—and its life and spiritual symbolism40:28 - The art of vocalizing runes and practical tips for beginners45:16 - The healing and energetic power of singing and sound in rune work50:23 - Resources for learning pronunciation, including music and online sources55:20 - Creating your own rune chants, songs, and personal invocations58:19 - Sharing Tania’s rune song with a powerful vocal introduction62:49 - The grounding and energetic benefits of vocalizing runes before ritual work66:26 - Upcoming projects: puppet plays, book tours, and creative collaborationsConnect with TaniaInstagramFacebookWebsite

Uncover the mysteries of folklore, divination, and the magic woven into everyday life in this enchanting episode featuring folklorist and witch Icy Sedgwick. Dive into the history and cultural significance behind divination practices like cheese readings, bone casting, and interpreting plant energies—plus, discover how folklore reveals hidden truths about ourselves and the world around us. Icy shares her insights on how to approach folklore with a skeptical yet respectful eye, and why understanding the biases of historical accounts is crucial for modern practitioners.0:01 Welcome and Introduction3:11 Icy's Folklore Journey6:30 Folklore's Impact on Magic18:55 Nature and Animism24:36 Divination Origins39:29 Exploring Local Folklore44:23 Love Magic Ethics46:47 Closing ThoughtsIcy’s website: IcySedgewick.comIcy’s podcast: Fabulous FolkloreTwitter/X: @IcySedgewick (less active but present)Instagram & Blue Sky: @IcySedgewick

Get ready to dive into a heartfelt and magickal journey with Sunshine Witchski, a psychic medium, soul healer, and the pink-haired sober witch. In this episode, we explore the intersection of sobriety and witchcraft, sharing powerful stories, practical tips, and how to reconnect with your innate magic after addiction. Whether you're in recovery or simply curious about how magick can support healing, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration.TakeawaysWe discuss the importance of trust in your intuition and how sobriety amplifies psychic giftsPractical magickal tips for developing courage, especially in recovery, using solar plexus and gemstone workHow to build recovery circles and create sacred community for witches in recoveryThe significance of deprogramming religious conditioning and embracing personal faith and connectionResources for online communities, retreats, and tools to support your journey of magick and recoverySunshine's upcoming projects, including sober witch retreats and creative camp experiences emphasizing play and joyChapters00:00 - Introducing Sunshine Witchski and her magickal journey03:26 - Sunshine explains her transformation from drinking to sober witchcraft07:11 - The shift from reactive magic to intentional craft10:45 - Navigating the spiritual space without numbing: Lessons learned16:03 - Recognizing addiction as a demon and externalizing it through magick22:00 - Creating safe, inclusive recovery circles for witches28:47 - Sunshine shares her upcoming retreats, camps, and community projects36:26 - How to connect online with Sunshine and her work48:21 - Practical witch tips: Spell work around courage, gemstones for healing, and personal rituals50:23 - Closing thoughts: Embracing joy, play, and responsibility in magickal recoveryConnect with SunshineOfficial website: Sober WitchSober Witch AppInstagram: @soberwitchlife

Get ready to dive deep into the powerful stories and magickal insights shared by Storm Faerywolf, a seasoned witch, author, and proud modern warlock. This episode explores the transformative power of names—both personal and magical—and how reclaiming language can energize your practice and identity. Join us for a candid conversation about tradition, innovation, and the joyous chaos of witchy authenticity.TakeawaysReclaiming the term 'Warlock' as a male witchThe Anderson Faery tradition and its gender-neutral approach to witchcraft Magical names represent a deeper, aspirational part of oneself.The power and purpose in choosing your magickal name and identity.ResourcesHome — Storm Faerywolf: Author • Teacher • WarlockDatura Trading Co.Home - Modern Witch UniversityBlack Rose Witchcraft - Modern Witch UniversityThe Wild Hunt - Modern Pagan News & PerspectivesWitch Power Daily - Modern WitchChapters00:00 - Introduction to Storm Faerywolf & his magickal journey02:09 - Opening invocation inspired by Storm's book, setting tone for magick07:47 - Personal stories: reclaiming the term "warlock" and its historical context12:31 - Exploring gender neutrality in Witchcraft & the Faery tradition19:36 - The origins of the Anderson Faery tradition & its lineage29:27 - Practical magic: choosing names, creating sigils, and making magic words43:13 - How to harness your spoken words as magical triggers49:26 - Using ritual names for community, coven, and personal work55:17 - Crafting and protecting digital spaces & energies58:37 - Upcoming books, projects, and ways to connect with Storm Faerywolf63:02 - Energy work, intuition, and science’s role in modern witchcraft66:33 - Shadow work, evolution, and embracing discomfort as growth