Wild Witches Episode 5: Sourdough and Ancestor Veneration at the Witches Faire and Gathering
Sourdough Anjel baked
In this episode in the Wild Witch series, Anjel shares a recording from the Witches Faire and Gathering on Oct 30, 2021 they presented on using sourdough in ancestor veneration practice. They share information about their own ancestor veneration practice, ideas about reparations towards indigenous people, and gives tips about how to feed and bake with sourdough. Be sure to check out our Patreon for information about how you can get your own sourdough starter sent to you.
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Welcome to the 22nd episode of the Science Witch Podcast!
In this episode, Enku and Anjel try out a new episode format wherein we teach each other about different topics the other researches. Anjel talks about sourdough and how to tie it to ancestor practice. Enku share’s myths and analysis about the Celtic God Lugh.
Before the episode, we talk about new additions and updates to our Patreon page.
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Wild Witches Episode 4: Green Witchcraft Herbs from Anjel’s Garden.
In this next part of the Wild Witches series, Enku, Monica and I talk about plants in magick and discuss a few that are special to us that we use in our own craft. I discuss mug wort, then we have guest slides from Kelly which Enku helps to teach about chamomile, calendula, comfrey, and Monica discusses elderberry and marshmallow. We also talk about tulsi, mimosa and various mint. This class also is associated with a powerpoint presentation that you can access via our Patreon for free to anyone.
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Welcome to the 21st episode of the Science Witch Podcast!
In this episode, Anjel interviews Annwyn Avalon, author of Water Witchcraft and Way of the Water Priestess. We talk about water witchcraft, water magick movies, and ways you can honor and protect the waters.
Before the interview, we talk about new additions and updates to our Patreon page.
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Welcome to the 20th episode of the Science Witch Podcast!
Roses from the International Test garden In Portland
In this episode, Enku and Anjel discuss Roses, the biology and history of these iconic flowers, magical associations, how roses have been used as symbols throughout history and even some ways to incorporate roses into your kitchen witchery and spell work. At the end of the episode, we host a promo for one of our favorite fellow witchy podcasts: That Witch Life.
We also discuss new updates to the Patreon, including rewards that Enku will be contributing through his herbal products business, Goat and Thistle.
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Welcome to the 19th episode of the Science Witch Podcast!
In this episode, we welcome Enku to the show as a co-host, and talk about big trees, the ones we’ve visited, how they were important to us personally in our practice, and how they’ve influenced cultures all over the world. We also talk about seeking out big trees, share some stories of specific big trees and also how you can help save big trees.
We also discuss new updates to the Patreon, including rewards that Enku will be contributing through his herbal products business, Goat and Thistle.
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In this episode, Enku and Anjel discuss the work of Carl Jung and how his concept of Archetypes has influenced current thought and practice in astrology and Tarot.
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Black Lives Matter
It is important that we acknowledge the fact that Portland, Oregon is located in the traditional homelands of the Multnomah, Wasco, Cowlitz, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Watlala Bands of Chinook, Tualatin Kalapuya, Molalla, and many other indigenous nations who made their homes along the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. It is our intention in recognizing these communities to honor their lives, their legacies, their elders, their descendants, and the vibrancy and importance of their ongoing work—and to stand in solidarity with them at every opportunity.
Episode 18: Interview with the Southern Fried Witch
Welcome to the 18th episode of the Science Witch Podcast!
In this episode, Anjel interviews Seba from the Southern Fried Witch Podcast. We talk about being a witch in the Deep South, the challenges and deep magick that comes from the land down home and how podcasting has changed her perspective on the craft. Before the interview, Anjel makes and amendment to her previous episode on houseplants, share updates on the Patreon page, and makes an exciting announcement about a new co-host joining the show, Enku!
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Black Lives Matter
It is important that we acknowledge the fact that Portland, Oregon is located in the traditional homelands of the Multnomah, Wasco, Cowlitz, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Watlala Bands of Chinook, Tualatin Kalapuya, Molalla, and many other indigenous nations who made their homes along the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. It is our intention in recognizing these communities to honor their lives, their legacies, their elders, their descendants, and the vibrancy and importance of their ongoing work—and to stand in solidarity with them at every opportunity.
In this conversation we discuss the Heathen community in the PNW, the 9 noble virtues of Heathenry as well as the challenges People of Color have faced when identifying with a religion that has been co-opted by white nationalist. It’s an important and fascinating conversation that I felt very honored to facilitate and get to share with y’all now over this RSS feed. This conversation also features questions and experiences with Heathenry from Moondancer and Enku from the previous Wild Witch episode as well as some great input from David who is a practicing Heathen. Content warning: mentions of alcohol and drinking.
If you have any question, thoughts, or feedback, we’d love to hear from you! Send questions to questions@sciencewitchpodcast.com and we’ll follow up and, with your permission, share it on an upcoming episode.
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Black Lives Matter
It is important that we acknowledge the fact that Portland, Oregon is located in the traditional homelands of the Multnomah, Wasco, Cowlitz, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Watlala Bands of Chinook, Tualatin Kalapuya, Molalla, and many other indigenous nations who made their homes along the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. It is our intention in recognizing these communities to honor their lives, their legacies, their elders, their descendants, and the vibrancy and importance of their ongoing work—and to stand in solidarity with them at every opportunity.
Welcome to the 17th episode of the Science Witch Podcast!
Some of my own house plant collection.
In this solo episode, Anjel does a deep dive into houseplants and speaks about a cherished science mentor that made them the science witch they are today. Also discussed in this podcast is some liturgy about Ninkasi as well as updates to the Pateron.
Before the interview, I talk about new additions and updates to our Patreon page.
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Black Lives Matter
It is important that we acknowledge the fact that Portland, Oregon is located in the traditional homelands of the Multnomah, Wasco, Cowlitz, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Watlala Bands of Chinook, Tualatin Kalapuya, Molalla, and many other indigenous nations who made their homes along the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. It is our intention in recognizing these communities to honor their lives, their legacies, their elders, their descendants, and the vibrancy and importance of their ongoing work—and to stand in solidarity with them at every opportunity.
