Seeking Numina: The Sacred Places Podcast

Seeking Numina: The Sacred Places Podcast

Seeking Numina: the Sacred Places Podcast is hosted by Elyse Welles, a Greek-Egyptian and American initiated Priestess and author, with an MA in spiritual studies. In this podcast, learn how Elyse is reviving the lost European Earth Priestess Arts. Reveal Mother Earth's Mysteries and discover the magic of connection with land spirits, the fae, and other spirits of place connect with the Sacred Wild within and around you through sacred sites (numina) around the world and the wisdom they hold. New episodes are released every second and third Monday on YouTube and all podcast services. Follow and subscribe for bimonthly episodes! Episodes are released on the off-week of the Magick Kitchen Podcast, cohosted with Leandra Witchwood.

Episodes

August 11, 2025 53 mins

In this advanced episode of The Sacred Places Podcast, I am joined by Solomon Pakal, a modern-day practitioner of Mayan spiritual traditions. Together, we explore the profound journey of maintaining and living ancient spiritual practices in today’s world, especially when these paths are often seen as "other" or marginalized.

Solomon and I share our unique experiences as practitioners of faiths that have endured the weight ...

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We begin this new season with a deeply meaningful conversation: What To Do With Angry Land Spirits, featuring author, priest, and fairy expert Morgan Daimler.

In this episode, Morgan and I explore what it means to be in relationship with the spirits of the land especially when that relationship is complicated or even strained. We talk about what happens when the land holds grief, when it holds memory, and when it pushes back.

Morgan ...

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In this episode of The Sacred Places Podcast, we set off on a beautifully meandering journey into the world of Sabrina, the goddess and land spirit of the River Severn, the longest river in Britain. Joining me is Brett Hollyhead (@witch_of_salopia), author of Sabrina, for a deeply conversational episode that feels less like a formal interview and more like two friends sitting by the river, letting the stories flow where they may.

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This episode is truly a magical and one-of-a-kind episode recorded on location at the ancient oracle site of Dodona, the oldest known oracle in Greece. I’m joined by my dear friend and fellow author, Joanna Farrer of coffeeanddivination.com as we explore the sacred land, its history, and the living energy still present among the stones and oak trees.

Dodona was once home to priestesses who interpreted the will of the gods through th...

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In this episode of The Sacred Places Podcast, I am joined by author, priestess, and Welsh mythologist Jhenah Telyndru for a magical conversation about the goddesses Rhiannon and Blodeuwedd and the sacred land of Wales where their presence still echoes.

Together, we explore Welsh mythology, goddess traditions, sovereignty, and the deep spiritual importance of place. What does it mean to be in relationship with a deity or with a lands...

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Can you truly connect with land spirits when you’re always on the move?

In this episode of Seeking Numina: The Sacred Places Podcast, I answer a heartfelt listener question from Natasha, a nomadic spiritual practitioner living in an RV with her family. With a new location each week, Natasha wonders how to build meaningful spiritual connection to the land without putting down physical roots.

I'm so excited to take this opportunit...

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In this episode of Seeking Numina: The Sacred Places Podcast, I’m joined by Steve Blamires, an author, scholar, and lifelong student of Celtic spirituality, to explore what really happened to the sidhe in Scotland, and how places like Antarctica might still hold answers for us.

This is a conversation about myth, memory, place, and presence. If you’ve ever felt the pull of ancient land or the whisper of something just beyond the veil...

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What happens when a dream and a longing for connection cross paths under the light of the Moon?

In this episode of Seeking Numina: The Sacred Places Podcast, we explore the origin story of We'Moon, the beloved lunar calendar and global sisterhood that blossomed out of women’s land communities in the 1980s. Through the voices of three generations of women who helped shape and sustain We’Moon, we trace the legacy of sacred connec...

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From ancient temples to tiny bedside altars, humans have always created spaces to meet the divine. But are these spaces truly sacred, or is sacredness reserved for untouched forests, oceans, and mountaintops?

In this heartfelt solo episode, I share:

🌿 The spiritual power of intentional spaces
 🕯️ Stories of altars, gardens, and the magic of what we build
 💧 The gifts of natural sacred places like Bath, UK and Stonehenge

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What if the goddess of the hunt was never just a huntress? 🌙🏹

In this episode of Seeking Numina: The Sacred Places Podcast, I’m joined by historian and goddess researcher Dr. Carla Ionescu to explore the forgotten power of Artemis as she is one of the most misunderstood deities of the ancient world.

Together, we unravel sacred sites, whispered myths, and the hidden truth behind her temples and what they reveal might just change eve...

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March 24, 2025 19 mins

Have you ever felt called to connect with a sacred place, only to feel an invisible barrier pushing you away? In this episode of Seeking Numina: The Sacred Places Podcast, we’re diving into why land spirits sometimes say “no” when we try to reach out.

Whether it’s an ancient forest, a quiet beach, or a place that holds personal significance, the energy of the land might feel welcoming or they may feel resistant. Why do some places f...

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In this enchanting episode, let’s discuss the sacred waters of Bath, England, where history, myth, and magic converge. Joined by author and high priestess Rachel Patterson, we uncover the mystery of Sulis Minerva: the ancient goddess of the hot springs.

Bath is more than a picturesque destination; it is England’s only natural hot spring, a place where the land itself holds memory. As we explore the legend of King Bladud, the temples...

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In this captivating episode, I unveil the hidden magic of sacred places right in our own backyard. Journey with me to French Creek State Park in Pennsylvania - a landscape reborn from its industrial past at Hopewell Furnace into a thriving, healing sanctuary. Guided by a calling from Inanna, I embark on a 3 day, 3 night descent into the wilderness, retreating to a secluded cabin where I build both indoor and outdoor altars, listen ...

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February 10, 2025 28 mins

The land around you isn’t just a backdrop to your spiritual practice. It’s an active, sacred force you can call upon in your rituals. In this episode, I share how to connect with the land where you live, the places you visit, and even the Earth you bring home with you.

No matter where you are, whether it feels spiritually vibrant or disconnected, remember: all land is sacred because it is the body of our mother. I’ll walk you throug...

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January 27, 2025 22 mins

Have you ever looked back on a year and felt like you’d lived several lifetimes in those 12 months? In this episode of Seeking Numina, I reflect on the transformative journey that was 2024. It was a year of profound growth, magical opportunities, and life-changing experiences.

You’ll hear about:
✨ The life-changing opportunities I said “yes” to and how they reshaped my path.
✨ The creation of The Witch Codes container and it...

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Have you ever stood on sacred ground or felt a deep pull to connect with the land while out in nature? In this episode, Elyse Welles shares practical guidance on how to intentionally work with the land in a way that honors its energy and spirit.

You’ll learn:
✨ How to call in the elements (a practice rooted in ancient traditions).
✨ Elyse’s personal ritual steps, including calling the quarters, leaving offerings, and meditat...

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In this episode, Elyse interviews Natalia Dunne of @unleah_the_goddess about the sacred landscapes of Southern France. Nat shares her transformative retreat experiences and how she was called to move from Canada to Southern France with her family. Together, they explore the mystical Isis Throne, a red spring linked to blood mysteries and the divine feminine, and other places they have met with Spirit. They also discuss how the elec...

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In this deeply personal episode, Elyse takes us on a journey through her multicultural upbringing, sharing childhood memories from Pennsylvania and her family's travels. She opens up about her time living in the small desert nation , Bahrain, where the land felt spiritually empty and unfamiliar.

Elyse reflects on how she coped with homesickness and longing, including her unexpected discovery of astral travel, long before she kn...

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Welcome back to the Seeking Numina podcast! In this episode, Elyse teaches you where you can meet and connect with your own ancestors. They're not only found through your blood line, but in your very own backyard. Elyse shares a story about her experience with land spirits while studying abroad at Oxford. This will really open your mind and your eyes to your own ancestors!

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Welcome to Seeking Numina's first interview episode! Elyse is thrilled to chat with George Lizos all about sacred sites and his journey that led him to write his newest book, "Ancient Manifestation Secrets: Working with the 7 Laws of the Universe to Manifest Your Life and Purpose". Together, George and Elyse share their experiences with practicing rituals in and around Greece and how they discover sacred spaces.
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