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Tarts and Craft

by The Sonar Network

Melanie Dahling and Rachel Manson, two comics and self-professed "Witchcraft Nerds", aren't witches or magic in any way. Actually, that they know of. Tune in to Tarts and Craft as they ask such questions as "why broomsticks?" and "what's the deal with the moon?" Some episodes feature compelling interviews with real-life experts, while others feature a lot of Wikipedia research. A great podcast for occult dabblers, curious mortals, and anyone who follows #witchstuff on Instagram but isn't quite sure why.

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  1. Season 3 Episode 4

    Is this a goodbye, or a see you later? We're not so sure. This cast started as a "learn with us/Witch-curious" podcast, and has evolved over time. Now we're taking a break to ponder if there's more to say and, if so, are we the ones to say it? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network...

  2. Season 3 Episode 3: Monica Bodirsky and Shadows and More!

    Melanie and Rachel chat with friend of the pod Monica Bodirsky about having a magickal artistic practice, and working with your shadow. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  3. Season 3 Episode 2 – Jess Miller Chats Plants (among other things)

    Rachel and Melanie chat with Jess Miller- creatrix and intuitive, among other things. We take you from geocities, to blood oaths, to plant magick all in 1 hour. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  4. Season 2.5 Episode 1 – Theatrical Rituals & Online Ritual

    Melanie and Rachel sit down with Kristine Maitland to discuss online rituals, theatricality in ritual, and how to bring it all together. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  5. S2.5Ep2- A Grab Bag of Magical Topics!

    Melanie & Rachel play catch up and explore a grab bag of topics, from plant based products to the Taìno Culture. Thank you for your patience with our technical difficulties! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  6. S2.5E1: Black Witches online & in pop culture

    Melanie and Rachel return from some time off to address the current state of the world and hopefully spread a little joy. We amplify Black Witches on Instagram/in pop culture, and encourage anyone who wants a platform to come on and guest! We're listening. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network...

  7. S2: EP10 Quarantine Witchcraft & Prosperity Jars

    Rachel and Melanie catch up during quarantine and discuss a prosperity ritual they did with some witches and witch adjacent people. Santa Muerte makes an appearance. The witchcraft starts at 18 minutes if you want to skip our COVID-19 chatter! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network...

  8. S2: EP9 Famous Contemporary Witches!

    Melanie and Rachel talk famous contemporary witches! This week we dive into Laurie Cabot & Patricia Kennealy-Morrison. Who should we research next? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  9. S2: E8 The Energy of the Seasons

    Seasonal magick! Witch-curious Torontonians Rachel and Melanie discuss what's magical about each season, with a little cameo from our feelings about Drake. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  10. S2:E7 Crossover Episode with Pangstars!

    Melanie and Rachel talk to Char Pang (host of Pang Stars Podcast/live show) about sound healing, Kundalini meditation, and the Iowa Caucus. Find Char @pangstars on Insta and in our links on thesonarnetwork.com/tarts-and-craft Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  11. S2: E6 The Spanish Inquisition and Witches

    Melanie and Rachel dive into the Spanish Inquisition, and touch on its involvement in the Witch Trials. We also chat about chocolate, horoscopes, and the usual! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  12. S2:E5 Everyday Tarot with Nikki Yee

    Melanie and Nikki enjoy a mini tarot sesh while chatting all things witchy and goddessy. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  13. S2:E4 Kristine Maitland & The New Triple Goddess

    Kristine Maitland has an interesting re-interpretation of the traditional triple goddess model, and a lot more interesting things to talk about besides that! Join the broomfolk discussion and learn along with Rachel and Melanie. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  14. S2E3: Why Salem?

    Melanie and Rachel ask themselves: With so many witch trials in history, why are the Salem witch trials so talked about? How did the witch trials get started in America? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  15. S2E2: Sabbats with Brandy Dawley

    We invited Brandy Dawley, practicing witch, over to talk about Sabbats in the Wheel of the Year. And we ended chatting about so much more! Find Brandy on Instagram @theoverlady Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  16. S2E1: A Witch Trial is Born

    Melanie and Rachel discuss the original Witch trials and all the players therein. How did it start, and why? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  17. Episode 21: Yule Love It!

    Rachel and Melanie explore the depths of pagan holiday traditions. Are you celebrating Christmas, or Yule? Grab some mulled wine and find out! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  18. Episode 20: Magical Days

    Rachel and Melanie discuss the magical potential of each day of the week. Should you write that email today, or wait til Thursday? And wait a second- when do we fuck? All this and more on this little ditty with Tarts and Craft. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  19. Episode 19: Are you in a Coven?

    Are you in a coven? How would you know, and how can you start, and what is a coven? Rachel and Melanie seek to answer these very questions and more! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  20. Episode 18: Curses! It’s another Episode

    Here we go again! This time we're talking about curses. What are they, how do we use them, how do we protect ourselves against them, and where do they come from? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  21. Episode 17: Alice & Marie

    Melanie and Rachel do a deep dive into witchcraft history with Alice Kyteler and Marie Laveau. Let's learn some things! Questions, comments, or corrections? We're beginners and value these kinds of things! Find us on @tartscraft on Instagram! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network...

  22. Episode 16: Oh, Lilith!

    Rachel and Melanie discuss Lilith. Is she a biblical figure? A demon? A feminist icon? All 3? Let's find out. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  23. Episode 15: Strega Baba Nona Yaga

    Melanie and Rachel discuss their favourite witch stories from childhood, including a carb witch and a creepy house on chicken legs. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  24. Episode 14: Inconvenient Truths

    Melanie and Rachel have read some unpleasant things about crystals and the "natural" medicine industry, and it has them re-thinking their relationship to those things. Join us! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  25. Episode 13: Chatting WitchFest North

    Meet Monica Bodirsky, the founder of WitchFest North and our first practicing witch! Join us as we do a deep dive into daily practice, ritual, and what to expect at WitchFest North 2019! https://www.witchfestnorth.org/ https://www.monicabodirsky.com/ Brought to you By: The Sonar Network...

  26. Episode 12: I’m Grieving How Bout You?

    Rachel and Melanie's "how was your summer?" update includes death, and tarot card readings. We discuss religious ritual around death. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  27. Episode 11: Part Two of Two! Spell Casting

    Rachel and Melanie continue their discussion on spellcasting and get into an entirely different discussion about Stanley Tucci. Don't you just love him? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  28. Episode 11: Part One of Two! Spell Casting

    Melanie and Rachel research how to cast a spell. Where!? When!? Why!? And under what circumstances!!?! Part One of Two. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  29. Episode 10: With Respect to Sage.

    Rachel and Melanie interview Issa Kixen on medicinal herbs used in Indigenous teachings - how are they used, and how can non Indigenous people incorporate it into their practice, if at all? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  30. Episode 9: This is Your Craft on Drugs

    This is your craft. This is your craft on drugs. Melanie and Rachel discuss the links between witchcraft and drug use, both modern and historic. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  31. Episode 8: Do Healing Crystals Work?

    Rachel and Melanie discuss crystals with a healthy balance of skepticism and awe. No GOOP articles will be referenced. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  32. Episode 7: Why Does the Moon Matter?

    Rachel has been saying since the very beginning that there's something up with the moon. What is it, and what does it have to do with bunnies? Find out on this very special episode of Tarts and Craft. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  33. Episode 6: Why Are Goats The Devil?

    Rachel and Melanie ask themselves and their viewers why goats are the devil and what they have to do with witchcraft. If they end up objectifying James McAvoy along the way- that's just goat gravy. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  34. Episode 5: Tarot with Rizz!

    Melanie and Rachel welcome their first guest! Let's have a chat with writer & tarot reader Rizz (@qveenofswordstarot) about tarot, moon magic, and what to do with all this tarot and moon magic. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  35. Episode 4: Wicca Vs The Occult

    Melanie and Rachel do some research on the difference between Wicca, Witchcraft, Occultism and Lizard People. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  36. Episode 3: Cauldrons & Cats!

    We're looking up the origins of witchy things, why are they witchy? Here come some cauldrons and black cats, brought to you by a late night google search. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  37. Episode 2: Witches in Pop Culture

    Rachel and Melanie talk about the witches in pop culture that sparked their interest in the occult, peter pan collars, and velvet pants. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

  38. Episode 1: Intro & Broomsticks

    Melanie Dahling & Rachel Manson aren't magic or witches in any way. Actually, that they know of. Here's a little intro to your hosts, why they're into witchcraft/spooky stuff, and a little history lesson about witches and those trusty broomsticks. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network...

  39. Tarts and Crafts Trailer

    Let's talk about hex! A podcast where two lady comics ask questions about witchcraft, magic, and general occult fun. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Melanie Dahling and Rachel Manson, two comics and self-professed "Witchcraft Nerds", aren't witches or magic in any way. Actually, that they know of. Tune in to Tarts and Craft as they ask such questions as "why broomsticks?" and "what's the deal with the moon?" Some episodes feature compelling interviews with real-life experts, while others feature a lot of Wikipedia research. A great podcast for occult dabblers, curious mortals, and anyone who follows #witchstuff on Instagram but isn't quite sure why.

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Melanie Dahling and Rachel Manson, two comics and self-professed "Witchcraft Nerds", aren't witches or magic in any way. Actually, that they know of. Tune in to Tarts and Craft as they ask such questions as "why broomsticks?" and "what's the deal with the moon?" Some episodes feature compelling...

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