Be Gay, Do Witchcraft: Pagan Roots & Inclusive Wicca with Yvonne Aburrow

In this episode, we sit down with author, blogger, and long-time witch Yvonne Aburrow (they/them).Yvonne shares their journey out of high-control Christianity, through atheism, and into paganism and Wicca, unpacking what it looks like to rebuild your beliefs after religious trauma. We discuss the many books they have written and how their work centers on queer, trans, disabled, and neurodivergent folks who still want real spiritual depth without the shame.We also get into the Satanic Panic, what coven life is like, how polytheism and animism fit together, and how Wiccan practice is rooted in pleasure, nature, and community. Yvonne offers super practical advice for anyone curious about paganism or witchcraft, including how to spot red flags in groups so you don't jump from one high-control situation into another.If you're deconstructing, witch-curious, or just a nerd who loves mythology, this one's for you.