Your Average Witch Podcast

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Dr. Susan Harper, an anthropologist of religion and practicing witch in Iowa, shares her experiences with building magical communities and reclaiming personal power through witchcraft.

• Defining witchcraft as reclaiming a word historically used against women while embracing the power of "paying attention" to the wor...

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Natasha Randolph shares her journey as an eclectic pagan witch, focusing on spiritual hygiene, crystal work, and the importance of intentional practice in witchcraft. She offers practical advice for maintaining energetic boundaries and connecting with both spirits and local witch communities.

• Living in sync with natural cycl...

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Karena, an empowerment and transformation coach, shares her perspective on witchcraft as resistance against patriarchal systems and a way of honoring our shadow aspects.

• Creating daily rituals helps us reclaim our power and stay centered in a chaotic world
• Rest is resistance and a powerful form of witchcraft in a capit...

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Starla Yilmaz joins us to discuss her journey as a witch, tarot creator, and cross-stitcher, sharing how a divine calling led her to create the Butterfly Wisdom Tarot deck through 21 months of meticulous stitching.

• Practicing witchcraft since age 15-16, Starla views it as being conscious of energy and recognizing universal c...

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Matthew Venus of Spiritus Arcanum shares insights on working with spirit vessels, building magical community, and developing personal relationships with plants and other magical allies. Drawing from years of experience as a shop owner and festival organizer, he offers a refreshing perspective on connecting with magic through animism an...

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Matthew Venus of Spiritus Arcanum joins us to explore animism, witchcraft, and the spirits that inhabit everything around us. We dive into what it means to be a witch in today's world, examining the complex relationship between magical practice and capitalism.

• Defining what it means to be a witch through spirit work, sp...

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We dive deep into what it truly means to be a witch with Alyssa Barlow from Blyssfull Magick, exploring the power of authenticity in spiritual practice and the importance of finding your own path.

• Alyssa defines herself as an intuitive healer, psychic medium, tarot reader, and Reiki master who helps people find their inner p...

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Brett Hollyhead, a Welsh Marches folk witch, shares insights on witchcraft as a practice of liberation, connection to landscape, and challenging oppressive systems. Brett's practice combines Welsh folklore with practical magic while celebrating the liminal identity of the Welsh Marches borderlands.

• Defining a witch as a...

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Mike Ditter of The Rusted Rabbit jewelry shares their journey as a witch who views their practice through transmutation, turning metals and minerals into talismans of protection, power, and healing while challenging conventional belief systems and societal expectations.

• Embracing witch identity as a form of protest against r...

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Lindsay of the Rusted Rabbit shares her journey from selling rocks as a kid to creating wire-wrapped crystal jewelry and embracing her identity as a witch despite initial imposter syndrome.

• Started with chainmail jewelry in 2013 before discovering wire-wrapping and crystals
• Embraces being a "lazy chaos witch"...

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Jake Richards, conjureman from Appalachia, joins us to explore the rich traditions of folk magic, faith healing, and Decoration Day practices from the mountain communities of Upper East Tennessee. 

• Distinguishing between witches, faith healers, and conjure men in Appalachian tradition
• Using the Bible as a magical tool,...

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Raven Digitalis shares his journey as a witch, author, and practitioner exploring the intersection of Eastern and Western mystical traditions while embracing shadow work and devotional practices with deities.

• Author of multiple books including the shadow triptych and empath series with various publishers
• Defines witchc...

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This episode focuses on the intricate relationship between witchcraft and building community. Halo Quin elaborates on her path as a witch, her engagement with spirits, and the pivotal role of shared stories and practices in nurturing connections.

• Halo introduces her background and role as an author and podcaster 
• Discu...

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Leah passionately discusses the intersection of being queer, trans, and a witch, emphasizing the importance of joy as a form of resistance in challenging times. They share personal insights on community support, empowerment through witchcraft, and the celebration of trans identities. 

• Leah introduces their identity as a quee...

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I'll be taking the month of February off. If you're interested in borrowing my platform to give out resources, experimenting with podcasting, or just helping people get through this, please reach out to youraveragewitchpodcast at gmail. 

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This episode highlights the intricate relationship between witchcraft, identity, and community through the lens of Rebecca Beyer's journey into Appalachian folk magic. The importance of cultural appreciation, imposter syndrome, and storytelling within the magical community offers listeners valuable insights and encourages a deeper...

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I'll have an episode out later this week. Until then, enjoy the way my voice sounds in a parking lot. 

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This is just a quick note to listeners about why there's no episode today, and explaining the schedule change to follow.
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This episode features Braxtin the Spork Witch, who shares deeply personal stories about chronic illness, mental health, and the significance of community in witchcraft. They emphasize the importance of being authentic in one's spiritual journey while using the metaphor of the spork to highlight versatility and adaptability.
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