Sit For A Spell

The Ouija Board

Have you ever used a Ouija Board? Were any of your questions answered? We hope to answer some of your questions this week, as James dives into the history and power of the Ouija Board. We discuss the game's rise in popularity as well as its connections to the spirit world. We also share some Ouija Board stories from both our mothers, James' childhood, and some listener stories! So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

Interview with Shaman Vanessa LeMaistre

This week we interviewed the wonderful Shaman, Vanessa LeMaistre. We discuss Vanessa’s path to Shamanism and what her practice looks like. We also discuss her new Soul Church, and the work she hopes to do with this new platform. At the end of the episode Vanessa also leads us through a moment of silence in support of the Black Lives Matter Movement and world unity.

 

Vanessa's Instagram where you can also find the link for Soul Church is @vanessasoulxo

Dream Interpretation

Do you remember your dreams or are you always chasing them when you wake up? This week Jess dives into our dreams, discussing popular theories of why they exist. Jess and James also discuss ways in which we can interpret dreams, ways you can practice remembering your dreams, and we talk about some of the dreams our listeners sent in. So sit for a spell, and dream with us. 

 

 

Books discussed:

Alice Robb Why We Dream: The Transformative Power of Our Nightly Journey

Linda Shields, Gustavus Hindman Miller, and  Lenore Skomal 12,000 Dreams Interpreted

Past Life Regression

Do you ever have reoccurring dreams, deja vu, or phobias you can not explain? Well, maybe you have lived some past lives! This week James discusses some of the background on what past lives might be. She breaks down different experiences you might have that could be explained by past lives you may have lived. We also discuss past life regression and they ways you can explore your soul's past. So sit for a spell, and learn with us!

The Salem Witch Trials

There is a long history of witch hunts and witch trials across Europe and within the United States. May marks the anniversary to the end of the Salem With Trials that took place in Salem, Massachusetts between 1692 and 1693. This week Jess honors that history by giving a summary account of what took place during that dark time. Jess and James also discuss the short and long term consequences to society and the name 'witch' in the United States. So sit for a spell, and learn with us! 

 

Thank you for your patience with our sound quality during quarantine!

Mothman

This week we have a cryptid episode! James discusses the legend of the Mothman. We talk sightings, theories, and giant bird encounters. Do you think the Mothman is real? Let us know in the comments or in our Instagram post. We also bring back Witchy Moments with another ghost story!  So, Sit for a Spell, and learn with us!

Thank you for your patience with our sound quality during the quarantine. 

 

Candles mentioned in the episode: Herbal Candle Co. 

Charm Bags 101

This week we wanted to research something that would give all of us some practical knowledge. We wanted something simple and sweet that we could practice in the time we are spending in our homes. With that in mind, this week we give you a how-to guide on making your own charm bags (spell bag, medicinal bag, mojo bag, sachets, etc..). Jess gives you tips on what fabric colors, stones, herbs, and flowers can go into your bags to suit whatever your needs may be. We also discuss how to ready your space, as well as some techniques you may want to use when putting your bags together. So Sit for a Spell, and learn with us!

Chaos Magick

We have gone to the right and the left, and this week we go down the middle. Well, we can really go in any direction as that is the point with Chaos Magick. James discusses the nuances of what Chaos Magick is and when it originated in popular culture. We talk about the differences between all three paths, and try to understand what it all means. So, Sit for a Spell, and lean with us!

The Left Hand Path

Last week Jess took us down the Right Hand Path and this week James walks us through the Left. James breaks down the history and background of the Left hand Path. We discuss key players such as Aleister Crowley and Anton Lavey, as well as their influence on the creation of Thelema and the development of Satanism. Sit for a spell, and learning with us!

The Right Hand Path

Over the next few weeks Jess and James are going to go down two different paths. This week Jess discusses the history and ideology behind The Right Hand Path. Developed from ancient terminology and Nineteenth century occultism, the Right Hand Path is the one most taken. Sit for Spell, and learn with us!