S3 E11 - Werewolves and Immortality

*Recorded Aug 29, 2023* Blacksmiths and mystics have understood the power of iron for centuries. Follow along as Dorina goes into detail on a brief history of iron, a mighty weapon against enemies and negative energy alike. Then, engage in a discussion on conspiracy thinking. Listen as Abby delves into the logic behind how conspiracies come to be and how they spread.

*Recorded Aug 20, 2023* Git'n here! We're down in the Appalachians for the first part of today's episode, taking a look at the long held tradition of Granny Magic. Then, Dorina leads the conversation of hers and Abby's personal accounts of when to use divination tools, which tools, and their individual approaches to the practice.

*Recorded Aug 06, 2023* Kicking off season 4, Dorina shares the horrifying (and still unfolding) case of the Gilgo Beach Murders. Abby wraps up the episode on a cozy note, sharing up and coming witchy video games, perfect for every mystical gamer. **Trigger Warning: violent serial murder, bodily mutilation, and child death

Scythes, cooling skies and autumn sighs all feature in Abby's research on the magical holiday of Lughnasadh, also known as Lammas. Learn the history, traditions, and modern day practices you can add to your calendar for this harvest day. Then, Dorina and Abby discuss their favorite idioms, including the origin, meaning, and application, and even discover a few new ones to add to their arsenal.

Ah, the bourgeoise, long may their jewelry be cursed. In this episode, Dorina spins the tales of some angry, angry jewelry which bring their owners back luck, financial ruin, and in some cases, death. Then, Abby and Dorina discuss mundane magick, where intention meets material, and in what scenarios mundane magick shines.

Get in loser, we're talking about sexual liberation and climate change. Today, Abby dives into both current and early depictions of werewolves and how their portrayals have changed with social opinions and public thought. Then, Dorina leads a discussion on the ethics of immortality, ranging from designer babies to eating the rich and all the delicious talking points in between. Dig your fangs into this juicy episode and reach out to us at [email protected] with any thoughts, questions, or suggestions for research or discussion topics!

After a grand transcontinental move, Dorina and Abby are back virtual style with this stunner of a symbol, the Ouroboros. Dorina delves into the history, the significance, and some personal application and interpretation. Then, Abby and Dorina discuss witchcraft in pop culture, from the new trendiness to the previous depictions and interpretations of witches.

You step into Colorado's black forest, tall pines on all sides. Then you hear a step press softly into the pine needles...right behind you! It's Abby and Dorina?! In this episode, they return to their hometown for a ghost story that is equal parts strange and scary. I'll try to link a few of the photos we discuss down below plus the episode of sightings! Then, Dorina and Abby discuss the more toxic aspects of new age spirituality, including gaslighting the people around you and weaponizing the positive vernacular, recounting personal stories all with a steaming cup of tea and a side of laugher, per usual. Have a suggestion for a research or discussion topic? Reach out to us at [email protected]! Mirror photo: https://scontent-den4-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.18169-9/1017689_549640231743740_151102220_n.jpg?stp=cp0_dst-jpg_e15_q65_s320x320&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=e007fa&_nc_ohc=FxiVA_6d6_MAX_8xoIz&_nc_ht=scontent-den4-1.xx&oh=00_AfBVEMxE0FmoxAwn3_WmY6MVpy0ukH2-lUj_WHnhdDCEIw&oe=64C090DF Fog photo: https://img-aws.ehowcdn.com/700x/www.onlyinyourstate.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Untitled-52.png Mistaken moon photo: https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wkahvz0ZZTo/hqdefault.jpg Sightings S4 E4: https://youtu.be/RMgsBwyVoig?list=PLNgaIjpaT7Aa7-SaqHujBm_-5oGoq0fAQ

This week we're diving straight into the tragic death of actress Natalie Wood, complete with a strange premonition, a suspicious husband and ... Academy Award winner Christopher Walken?! After that, Abby and Dorina discuss different cryptids, breaking down the different schools of thought and whipping through a lightning round of yes, no and maybe cryptids style. Have an idea for a research or discussion topic? Reach out to us at [email protected] .

This is your sign to add that gorgeous rune set to your Etsy cart and dive into a new form of divination! In this episode, prepare to hear a brief origin of runes, plus their use and application with the lens of modern witchcraft in mind, and then Abby and Dorina dive into their thoughts and feelings on Catholicism and Christianity as a whole after leaving the church. Have a research or discussion topic you'd like to hear us cover? Shoot us an email at [email protected].