The Witchcast Podcast

It's the end of Season 9 of Witchcast Podcast as we know it — and we're feeling a lot of things!  In this Season 9 finale, Emily and Kate gather around the cauldron to reflect on our most ambitious season yet, recapping some of the biggest lessons and magical takeaways from the incredible guests and topics we explored along the way. We spill a little behind-the-scenes tea, marvel at how far this little podcast has come, and look ahead to an uncertain (but exciting) future. We've got a lot of life things brewing, so for now, consider this an extended hiatus. In the meantime, you can always binge our 155 episodes, catch us on Emily's new YouTube series Cooking Together, or keep up with us on Instagram @witchcastpodcast. And don't forget to "love, cackle, learn." Hex yeah!

What really happened inside the walls of New York City's most legendary hotel? In this episode of Witchcast Podcast, we step into the history, lore, and lingering ghosts of the Chelsea Hotel with special guest Man-Laï (@manlaievents): event planner, documentary associate producer, and longtime resident of the iconic building. From nights partying in 1980s Studio 54 to chance encounters with the Chelsea's colorful characters, Man-Laï shares stories from NYC's wild and creative golden age. We explore the artists, musicians, and eccentrics who shaped the Chelsea's legendary reputation, the paranormal activity rumored to haunt its halls, and how both the hotel and the city have changed over time. Man-Laï also shares her own memories of ghostly and strange encounters, many of which are featured in the documentary The Ghosts of the Chelsea Hotel, now streaming on Amazon Prime and Tubi. To close the episode, she pulls a card from her Phantomwise Tarot with a message for the week. Content warning: This episode briefly discusses suicide. Follow @witchcastpodcast for photos, clips and extras, and visit witchcastpodcast.com for more info!

In this episode of Witchcast, we take a magical, musical dive into medieval and Arthurian history with the enchanting Nina Dante: musician, storyteller, and folklorist. We explore Nina's incredible work on Instagram (@thesnakesaidtotheriver), her process for uncovering themes in old texts, translating centuries-old poems, and composing original songs on her stunning harp. Nina regales us with tales of green and kitchen witchcraft woven through history, sharing new takes on old myths, whimsical stories, hauntingly sweet music and more. She performs historic and original pieces, recites old prose, and brings the past vividly into the present. To close things out, she pulls a card from her Rider Waite-Smith tarot deck with the perfect message for this week. Grab your favorite warm drink and curl up for this one, it's a cozy delight! Follow @witchcastpodcast for photos and extras and visit witchcastpodcast.com for more.

This week's episode is a WILD one — literally! In this episode of the Witchcast Podcast, we are joined by zoologist, wildlife educator and animal wrangler Samantha Slevens of Zoophoria, NJ (@zoophorianj) — and she brought along her menagerie of magnificent animal friends! We dive into Samantha's lifelong love of all things scaly and crawly and meet several of her familiars, including Cheeseburger, the tarot-reading cane toad; Tripod the mighty 3-legged tortoise, and Glizzy, the gorgeous Argentinian Black and White Tegu and newest member of the clan. If you love animals, you're going to LOVE this episode. We close out the episode with a very special tarot reading by none other than Cheeseburger the Cane Toad herself, who has an empowering message for us all! Listen wherever you get your podcasts, follow @witchcastpodcast for photos, clips and extras — don't worry, we'll be posting the video of Cheeseburger's reading — and visit witchcastpodcast.com for more!

This week, we're joined by good friend, magical anarchist, recovering crystal girlie, and chemist engineer Tim Short (@acowboychemist) for a rollicking and chaotic good time! Tim regales us with many fascinating yarns about his journey through both the mystical and scientific worlds, and the surprising ways they've overlapped. We talk technomancy, radio frequencies, ghosts, geomancy, ley-lines and of course, what happens after we die. Then Tim pulls a card from his Star String tarot deck for a special message for our listeners. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, follow @witchcastpodcast for clips and extras, and visit witchcastpodcast.com for links and more.

Beware, this episode gets pretty spooktacular! This week, we're joined by comedian and actor Mohtasham Yaqub (@moecomedyy) to talk faith, fear, and the stories we grow up with. Moe shares just a few of his personal, very scary ghost stories, guardian angels, and why sometimes it's better to just listen when the spirits tell you to GTFO. We also cover growing up in Pakistan vs. Minnesota vs. NYC, how superstition and spirituality show up in Moe's everyday life, and how exploring the mystical has actually strengthened his connection to Islam. Then Emily closes us out with a tarot pull from her Moon Power deck that brings an empowering message to us all! Listen wherever you get your podcasts, follow @witchcastpodcast for clips and extras, and visit witchcastpodcast.com for links and more.

This week, comedian and performer Tim Murray (@tmurray06) joins Witchcast for a chaotic, hilarious conversation about witches, theater kids, and the afterlife. You may remember Tim from our live Halloween Spooktacular, but in this episode we sit down to really get to know the witch behind the mic. We dive into why Mary Poppins sucks, which pop culture witches make Tim's top five, all about his hit international comedy special WITCHES, and why playing the evil hot slut is always more fun. Along the way, we talk witch / theater awakenings, superstitions, and yes, what we think happens after we die. To close things out, Kate pulls a card from her Modern Tarot deck with a grounding, heartening message for Tim and our listeners. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, follow us on Instagram @witchcastpodcast, and visit witchcastpodcast.com for clips, photos, and more witchy chaos.

It's technically a New Year (for all you Gregorian-following punks that is), and in this episode of Witchcast Podcast, comedians and witches Emily and Kate explore New Year rituals, winter magic, tarot spreads, and seasonal spellwork for this introspective, couch-and-cookie phase of January. Emily breaks down her approach to New Year's resolutions, why S.M.A.R.T. goals don't have to feel intimidating, and how she's incorporating Norse-inspired Yule Boasting into her personal ritual practice. We also talk vision boards, solstice manifestations, and she shares a gentle New Year Resolutions tarot spread designed to help you reset without anxiety or burnout. Kate then dives into the upcoming Lunar New Year and what to expect from the Year of the Fire Horse, including why this bold, dramatic energy that was once thought to be cursed, may be exactly what we need right now. And she walks us through a few simple spells you can do at home to help bring truth and clarity to light during dark times. To close, Emily introduces the Nova Scotian tradition of Robert Burns Day and explains why it might actually be January's real main event, before pulling a final card from her new Lord of the Rings tarot deck. ✨ Follow  @witchcastpodcast on Instagram and check out our website www.witchcastpodcast.com for episode clips, links, tarot extras and more.

The future looks creamy in this episode of Witchcast Podcast, as we sit down with tyromancer, author and journalist, Jennifer Billock (@kitchenwitchjb, @jenniferjoanbillock,) the only professional cheese fortune-teller in the country! We discuss what exactly is tyromancy, or divination using cheese, its historic origins, and how Jennifer found herself gazing into wheels and wedges for a living. Then Jennifer gives Emily and Kate a brief cheese reading of their own that is quite illuminating. We cover more of Jennifer's varied and illustrious career as a diviner, from reading Snickers bars for the NFL to her new cheese tyromancy book coming out next year. Then Jennifer pulls a card from her Garbage Pail Kids tarot deck, the "meanest deck she owns," and it comes in hot with a very clear message! Follow us on Instagram @witchcastpodcast or check out our website www.witchcastpodcast.com for links and more. Hex yeah.

It's the last episode of the season, and who doesn't love a little Cole in their stocking? This week, we're joined by the divine astrologer, writer, creator, social media icon, and silly goose Cole Prots (@JKitscole)! We dive into the trenches fast, talking about all of the major transits coming up in the new year (do we ever get a break?!) as well as what's still to come in the last couple weeks of 2025. We also discuss the wild Pluto in Aquarius era we all find ourselves in, and fair warning — we get a wee bit existential. Then Cole spills which signs he thinks would be the messiest at the holiday dinner table! We close out the episode with Cole pulling from his Ethereal Visions Illuminated Tarot deck. Not one but four cards spill out, and we were fully gagged by the reveal. Follow us on Instagram @witchcastpodcast or check out our website www.witchcastpodcast.com for more. Hex yeah.

It's the most wonderful time of the year! And what's more festive — and witchy — then gathering around the fire and sharing spooky tales of the glories of Christmases long, long ago? In this episode, Kate and Emily do just that! First, Emily dives deeper into the story and origins of the Icelandic Yule Cat. Then Kate goes in-depth on the origins of everyone's favorite horned devil, the Krampus, and finds some other disturbing Winter Companions along the way. Then Kate pulls a card from her Crystal Oracle Deck with a lovely message for the week. Follow us on Instagram @witchcastpodcast or check out our website www.witchcastpodcast.com for more. Hex yeah.

This week we're joined by comedian and writer Zubi Ahmed (@chopzubicomedy). We talk djinn lore, growing up around supernatural warnings, and what it's like navigating the world when your family treats spirits like just another set of nosy relatives. Zubi digs into Bengali folklore, ghost stories from her childhood, and why cultural beliefs around the unseen can shape everything from anxiety to identity. We also get into intuition, superstition, generational fear, and how being funny sometimes becomes the first form of spiritual protection. Then Emily closes the episode by drawing a card from her Bird Oracle deck with a special message for the week! Follow us on Instagram @witchcastpodcast or check out our website www.witchcastpodcast.com for more. Hex yeah.

This week on Witchcast, Emily and Kate sit down with Fio Gede Parma (@fiogedeparma, they/she): Witch, teacher, priestex, magical mentor and author — all the way from Sydney, Australia. Fio shares their path from childhood mediumship to initiated practice, and everything in between. We discuss spirits, ancestors, ecstatic witchcraft, queer witch identity, anti-colonialism, as well as Fio's several books, teachings and their upcoming retreat. Then Fio pulls a tarot card from their Thoth Tarot Deck for some weekly guidance. Follow us on Instagram @witchcastpodcast or check out our website for video clips, links, photos, and all the witchy extras from this conversation. Hex yeah.

This week on Witchcast, Emily and Kate sit down with writer-translator duo Komal Salman and Shaherzaad Laila, the creators of Heartstrings of the Khyber, a wondrous collection of Pashto folktales translated for a modern audience. Together, we discuss the origins of Folkloristan, where the preservation collection began, and how they've strived to "un-whitewash" Pakistan's oral storytelling traditions, revealing how colonialism, feminism, and myth intertwine across centuries. We talk djinns, fairies, and romance gone wrong (turns out, "don't fall in love" is a recurring moral), the challenges of working with Western publishers, and why translating "cake" for "chapati" says everything about cultural context. Then Kate pulls a card from her Korean Four Seasons Hwatu Oracle deck! It's a lively, funny, and eye-opening conversation about magic, myth, and the women keeping their stories alive. Follow @witchcastpodcast or check out our website witchcastpodcast.com for more magick. 

Recorded live at littlefield, Brooklyn NYC, it's Witchcast Podcast Live: Halloween Spooktacular— part comedy show, part group spell, part total chaos (in the best way). In this special episode, we're sharing some of our favorite moments from the night. Kate performs an extra spooky version of a vacation slideshow, revealing what she learned about cannibal medicine in early Colonial times and the Clue Murder House at Salem, MA. Emily dives deep into ghosts and spooky entities, including why Nova Scotia is pretty haunted to a few chilling personal stories. Then we wrap things up by roasting the entire zodiac and explaining why every sign kinda sucks (with lots of love). The show also featured stand-up from Tim Murray, a prosperity spell and comedy set from Carmen Marissa, two stunning drag performances by Eden Darkstar, and a collective tarot pull from Laura Lukos of @goldenwillowhealing. We're only sharing select highlights here, but follow us on Instagram @witchcastpodcast for more clips, behind-the-scenes chaos, and the full spooky glory of the night. And check out our website at witchcastpodcast.com for more goodies and visuals! Hex yeah! 🖤

In this episode, Emily and Kate welcome author, poet, and "trading post witch" Lauren Parker (@fuckyeahlaurenparker), the writer behind Spells for Success — a spellcraft oracle deck recently published with Simon & Schuster. Together they explore the intersections of witchcraft, writing, and creativity, discussing everything from ancestor work and tarot to what it means to live a life built on intentional generosity and artistry. Lauren shares her journey through magick and spirituality, the joy of spell-crafting with everyday materials, and a few hot takes that will have you rethinking how you craft your own practice. Bonus: Lauren also pulls two cards from her new Spells for Success oracle deck and walks us through simple, powerful spells you can try at home along with us! Don't forget to rate and review, and follow us on Instagram @witchcastpodcast for episode extras and behind-the-scenes magic.

Witchy vibin' writer, cheesemonger, and former Lizzie McGuire writer Nina Bargiel joins us to talk about her new book The Crone Zone, a sharp, funny, and empowering guide to embracing your inner witch, your middle-age metamorphosis, and your outer "f*ck it" energy. We chat about aging with power, finding freedom in chaos, her Slavic witchy lineage (complete with Baba Yaga roots), and why a caftan might just be the ultimate spell for self-confidence. This one's for anyone who's ever been called "too much," worn all black to a confirmation, or felt the call of their inner crone rising. ✨ Listen wherever you get your podcasts and follow us on Instagram @witchcastpodcast for fun visuals and behind-the-scenes magick.

It's just Emily and Kate around the cauldron for this week's extra-chaotic show and tell as we officially descend into spooky season. Together, they revel in the shift from Libra to Scorpio season, from the full moon in Aries to the new moon in Libra, and share a few of their latest magical obsessions. Kate shows off her latest witchy finds from Salem, MA, including an onyx crow, animal bones, and a new candle to honor Hecate, while Emily unveils a surprising elixir that's been giving her life lately. (Hint: It's hard to find but carried everywhere!) Then, Emily shares a cord-cutting ritual perfect for seasonal transitions while Kate walks us through an easy manifestation spell that ends with a full-on fireball. Finally, Emily draws a card from her Moon Power Tarot deck that's a perfect message for Libra season. Find all the photos and videos from this episode on Instagram @witchcastpodcast — and yes, the fireball is as intense as it sounds. 🔥

In this spellbinding (and emotional!) conversation, Emily and Kate sit down with Scottish food historian Peter Gilchrist (@tenementkitchen) to talk about community building through food, Samhain traditions, ancestral recipes and how folklore weaves power into everyday life. From the working-class kitchens of Paisley to the deeper meanings of Hallowe'en, Peter shares how cookbooks, oral traditions, and women coming together have shaped Scotland's history and cultural memory. We dive into everything from shortbread secrets to the politics of folklore, food orphans, and witchcraft as resistance. Plus, Peter introduces us to one of Scotland's most fascinating folklorists and suffragettes, Florence Marion McNeill. Then Kate pulls a card from her Modern Tarot deck that affirms our long-range investment eras! This episode is part history lesson, part cultural reclamation, and fully magical. Follow @witchcastpodcast and check out our website www.witchcastpodcast.com for links, photos and more! ⭐️ And please rate, review & subscribe to help us continue to expand our coven. Hex yeah!  

In this episode, we're joined by healer and career coach Ellen Chang to explore the intersections of disability, spirituality, and self-acceptance. Ellen shares her journey navigating the world as a disabled Asian American woman, her work with Theta Healing, and how reframing disability can lead to empowerment and deeper connection with self and spirit. We also talk about ableism, evolving cultural conversations, and what it means to heal on your own terms. Then Emily pulls a card from her Druid Craft Tarot deck and one practically jumps out at us, demanding to be seen! Whether you're curious about energy work, interested in disability justice, or just looking for inspiration to live more authentically, this conversation is definitely inspiring.  Links and photos on our Instagram @witchcastpodcast and website at witchcastpodcast.com. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe for more witchy wisdom. Hex yeah! 🖤🔮

This week, Emily and Kate are joined by very special guests Mateo Kehler and Sam Rheaume of Jasper Hill Farm to dive deeper into their gorgeous zine all about the deliciously magickal world of cheese alchemy, from ancient fermentation practices to why turning milk into brie is basically kitchen witchcraft. Together we dive into the mystical side of food, the rituals we perform without even noticing, and the fine line between science and sorcery when it comes to culturing, aging, and flavoring. We also touch on the joy of "everyday magick" and how working with food can ground us in both humor and ritual. To close, Sam pulls a card from his Woodland Wardens deck with a message to carry into the week ahead. Mmm cheese + magick: the perfect pair! ✨ Follow @witchcastpodcast for more extras! Hex yeah!

We're back, baby—Season 9 of Witchcast Podcast has officially landed. Emily and Kate ease into autumn with a little summer show-and-tell: trips to Salem and Nova Scotia, anime witches worth binging, and the eternal struggle against fruit flies and Amazon boxes. But the real headline? 🎃 We're going LIVE. That's right—our very first Halloween live show spooktacular at littlefield in Brooklyn is happening this October the 27th, complete with special guests, witchy activities, and maybe even a group spell. Consider this your official save-the-date. We also chat fall vibes (the veil is thinning, the bugs are dying, and our biceps are allegedly getting bigger) and close the episode with a card pull to set the season's energy. Basically, it's cozy, witchy chaos—just the way we like it. Hex yeah. Autumn forever.

Witchcasters, it's that time again—goodbye Season 8, hello summer magic! ✨ In this season finale, Emily and Kate gather around the cauldron (a.k.a. the mic) to share a cosmic summer forecast you won't want to miss. They break down the astrology for the months ahead, including key dates for moons, cazimis, retrogrades, and planetary shifts that could shape your summer vibe. Then, they share a few simple, seasonal spells—designed for witches in any hemisphere—to help you welcome a season of rest, reflection, and transformation. Finally, Kate pulls a card from the Gentle Tarot deck with a message that beautifully wraps up the season's energy. 🔮 Check out links and resources at witchcastpodcast.com 📸 Follow @witchcastpodcast on Instagram for extra content, photos, tarot pulls, and summer updates during our hiatus. If you love the show, rate, review, and subscribe—it truly helps others discover our little coven. We'll be back in a couple months with fresh episodes and more magical mischief. Hex yeah! 🖤

This week on Witchcast, Emily and Kate conjure up a conversation with writer and practicing witch Emma MacDonald, author of the moody, magical new novel Whispers Most Foul. Think: cozy witchy vibes meets dark academia, sapphic longing, ghost girls, and academic rivalries with a magical twist. You're gonna want to curl up with a candle for this one. We talk with Emma about her path to embracing both writing and witchcraft—and how the two practices are deeply connected. She shares her inspirations, the magic behind her writing process, and how she's carving space for queer, non-hetero love stories in a genre crowded with "romantasy" tropes. We also get into the rise of dark academia, witchlit, and why ghosts make great love interests. Whispers Most Foul is available now wherever books are sold—and trust us, it's a spellbinding read. If you're loving the show, don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe—it really helps others find us! And follow us on Instagram @witchcastpodcast for episode extras, photos, interactive tarot readings, and more. Hex yeah! 🖤

In this episode of Witchcast Podcast, Emily and Kate are joined by special guest, pet psychic Cynthia Okimoto (@lilmisspetpsychic) We dive into Cynthia's winding and wondrous background as she travelled and studied different healing modalities all over the world before finally connecting with her incredible abilities to communicate with animals. She dives into her own spiritual and healing journey, the struggle being an entrepreneur, and how the life-changing book "Power Vs. Force," helped her reclaim her power and elevate her consciousness. We then discuss how Cynthia works with different "clairs" like clairvoyance and claircognizance, and how she receives the messages from our pets -- including common, unusual and hilarious things our furry loved ones want us to know, and how best to approach a pet psychic like Cynthia. At the end, Emily pulls a card from her Winged Enchantments oracle deck, with an inspirational and energetic message for our listeners.  *Apologies for the technical issues and doggy noises in the background, seems like lots of energy was eager to get through!  You can find more information about Cynthia by following her on Instagram here.  If you're loving the show, don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe—it really helps others find us! And follow us on Instagram @witchcastpodcast for episode extras, photos, interactive tarot readings, and more. Hex yeah! 🖤

In this episode of Witchcast Podcast, Emily and Kate are joined by special guest Laura Carbone (@lauracarbone_)—a vocal alchemist, medium, and modern mystic joining us all the way from Berlin, Germany! They dive into Laura's incredible journey, from being a musically and psychically gifted child to becoming a young musician, and eventually evolving into a sound healer and channeler. The conversation explores synesthesia—what it looks like for Laura and how she weaves it into her work—as well as her deep connection to the Tarot. What unfolds is a rich, soulful discussion about tuning into your intuition, finding your authentic voice, and having the courage to expand and share your gifts with the world. To close things out, Laura pulls a card from her brand-new Poesis Oracle deck, offering a message that feels just right as we move into Spring. You can find more information about Laura and sign up for her newsletter by clicking here. If you're loving the show, don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe—it really helps others find us! And follow us on Instagram @witchcastpodcast for episode extras, photos, interactive tarot readings, and more. Hex yeah! 🖤

In this episode of Witchcast Podcast, Emily and Kate sit down with the incredible Sutton Crawford (@suttoncrawford)—tarot reader, witch, and spiritual entrepreneur—for a conversation that's part cosmic forecast, part tarot deep dive, and all-around fascinating. ✨ First up: What the hell is going on in the universe right now? With eclipse season winding down and multiple retrogrades wreaking havoc, we chat with Sutton about the current astrological climate and what it means for all of us just trying to survive. 🔮 Then we get into the real magic of tarot—how Sutton uses the cards as a tool for deep spiritual connection and what she's learned from reading for countless clients. Plus, we talk about the ups and downs of being a witchy entrepreneur, working with deities like Hecate, and how to embrace your own Tower card energy. 💥 💫 To wrap things up, Sutton pulls a perfectly on-point tarot card from her Way Home Tarot Deck, and we dig into what it means for the week ahead. If you love the show, don't ghost us—rate, review & subscribe to help us conjure up more magical episodes! Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcast fix. Follow us on Instagram @witchcastpodcast for episode extras, behind-the-scenes laughs, and maybe even a few spells. Hex yeah! 🖤

With St. Patrick's Day around the corner, Emily and Kate explore the rich and complex history of Irish folklore and legends... 🇮🇪 🍀 Emily covers an overview of Irish mythology, exploring the mystical roots of some of Ireland's most enduring tales.  🌈 Kate takes on the leprechaun—from its mythological origins to its modern (and problematic) evolution into a cartoonish stereotype. Plus, she briefly goes over the surprising history of the shamrock and what it really symbolizes. 🌿 Looking to welcome the energy of Spring? Kate shares two simple spells to celebrate the changing seasons and invite fresh beginnings! 🔮To close things out, Kate pulls a card from the PRIDE Tarot Deck with an important message for the community. What wisdom does the universe have in store? ✨ Love the show? Rate, review & subscribe to help us conjure up more magical episodes! Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcast fix.
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🎙️ In this episode of Witchcast Podcast, Emily and Kate stir up some spellbinding history with a special storytime session! 🔥 First, Emily tells the terrible, lesser-known stories of two Maryland women wrongfully executed for witchcraft in the 17th century– and how the state now is looking to posthumously pardoned those accused. ⚡ Then, in honor of Black History Month, historic wins at the Grammys, and Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show, Kate dives into the legend of Marie Laveau—the infamous Voodoo Queen of New Orleans. 🔮 Finally, Kate pulls a powerful card from her Universal Goddess Tarot Deck—what message does the universe have for you this week? ✨ Witchcasters in NYC! Emily and Kate are co-hosting The Revolution Comedy Show—a hilarious night featuring the best women & non-binary comedians! 📍 Thursday, 2/13 at 7PM at QED Astoria—don't miss it! 📸 See episode photos on Instagram @witchcastpodcast & find links on witchcastpodcast.com.  Love the show? 💜 Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe—it helps us conjure up more magical episodes! Hex yeah! 🖤🔮

🎙 Red Lipstick, Car Accidents & Joan of Arc—Oh My! 🔮 What do these three things have in common? They're all a part of the incredible journey of guest Andrea Coleman—comedian, lawyer, Reiki master, and shaman! In this episode of Witchcast Podcast, Emily and Kate sit down with Andrea to explore her spiritual evolution, from growing up in a Southern Baptist church to working with her spirit team to win cases in court! Along the way, they tackle relatable struggles like imposter syndrome, learning to trust your intuition, and decoding the messages the universe sends. Then Andrea pulls a card from her Hip-Hop Queens tarot deck for an insightful reading of the week. ✨ See episode photos on Instagram @witchcastpodcast and find links on our website witchcastpodcast.com. And don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe—it helps us conjure up more magical episodes! Hex yeah! 🖤🔮

In this enchanting episode, Emily and Kate are thrilled to welcome back the captivating Rose Aurora (she/her)—sorceress, faerie seer, and trollkvinne! This time, Rose takes us on a deeper journey into her magical world of trolldom, the ancient and powerful tradition of Scandinavian folk magic.  Rose unpacks the layers of the word "troll"—from its roots as a folk magic practice to its connection with supernatural beings. What exactly are trolls, how are they similar or different from elves, and why should we understand them to stay safe? Rose shares her wisdom on how trolldom as a practice and trolls, as supernatural entities, shape her practice and understanding of the mystical world. Then Emily draws a card from her Winged Enchantment oracle deck for a special message for our listeners this week. Tune in for all the troll tea!  Photos on our instagram @witchcastpodcast, and links on our website, www.witchcastpodcast.com. Don't forget to rate and review if you like us. Hex yeah! 

There's a lot happening right now—from political shifts to mysterious UFOs (or UAPs?) flying overhead. Aliens, revelations, revolutions... oh my! Yes, Pluto is officially in Aquarius. In this episode, Emily and Kate are joined by their friend, astrologist, tarot reader, numerologist and kooky witch aunt Jasmine Wolfe (@satin.saturn) -- and she's here to spill the astrology tea! Jasmine breaks down what Pluto's transit through Aquarius means and how it could bring major changes over the next 20 years. They also dive into other key astrological events, like the current Mars retrograde, and what we can expect as we move toward 2025. Plus, Jasmine pulls a card from her Meryl Tarot deck (yes, it's a tarot deck inspired by Meryl Streep's iconic characters—and it's amazing!) Tune in for cosmic insights and fun conspiracy theories (all for entertainment purposes only, of course.) Photos on our instagram @witchcastpodcast, and links on our website, www.witchcastpodcast.com. Don't forget to rate and review if you like us. Hex yeah! 

In this episode, time has finally caught up with our ol' hosts as Emily and Kate discuss the US presidential election results and how they coping. But as Mr. Rogers said, look to the helpers — and an easy way to help is through witchcraft! They dive deep into the topic of protection magic. First Emily breaks down all the elements and tools that can magically aide in protection: which colors, herbs, incense, oils, crystals are best and more. Then Kate goes over several different rituals and spells that help with protection, both for yourself and your home, some light binding spells, and some global protection to extend to those who need it most. Then Emily pulls a card from her Druid Tarot deck. Photos on our instagram @witchcastpodcast, and links on our website, www.witchcastpodcast.com. Don't forget to rate and review if you like us! Hex yeah! 

In this episode of Witchcast Podcast, Emily and Kate are joined by Reiki master, divination witch and friend of the podcast, the lovely Laura Lukos of @goldenwillowhealing! Laura is a trained reader of the Akashic records, and the three dive deep into this ever expansive vibrational filing system, discussing what are the Akashic records, how Laura accesses them and what sorts of answers do they hold. Then Laura pulls a tarot card for our listeners! Photos on our instagram @witchcastpodcast, and links on our website, www.witchcastpodcast.com. Hex yeah! 

In this episode, Emily and Kate have the most enlightening and heartening conversation with their friend, teacher, mystic, tarot reader, writer and artist, Alia Walston (they/them). They discuss spiritual anarchy, overcoming shame and fear, working with your highest and best Guides and much more. Although this episode was recorded before the US presidential election, we feel like this conversation was a healing balm for our spirits — and we hope it helps you a little during this time as well. Then Alia pulls a card from their Rider Waite Smith Colman tarot deck, a very special card that has continued to follow us in the days since. Photos on our instagram @witchcastpodcast and links on our website, www.witchcastpodcast.com. Hex yeah! 

We're back, Witchcasters and just in time for spooky season! To kick off Season 8, Emily talks about the story behind the beloved childhood book, Strega Nona, and its variations around the world. Then Kate dives into the history of the commercial haunted house attraction. Then Emily draws a tarot card from her Moon Power tarot deck for our listeners! Follow us on instagram @witchcastpodcast, check out relevant links on our website at witchcastpodcast.com, email us at witchcastpodcast at gmail, and don't forget to rate and review us! Hex yeah! 

It's the season 7 finale, Witchcasters! And in this episode, Emily and Kate are discussing a subject that has haunted them for a while: Spirit boards, or as they are more commonly known: Ouija boards. They discuss the ancient origins of spirit boards, from automatic writing in ancient China to its popular heyday in the era of 1890s Spiritualism, how Ouija got its trademark and when did they become synonymous with communicating with the devil thanks to the Satanic Panic of the 1970s. Then Kate and Emily both draw a couple tarot cards each, from Kate's Universal Goddess tarot deck and from Emily's Moon Power tarot deck, and discuss their meanings. What do you think? Do you use spirit boards or Ouija boards? Do you think they are powerful tool and not to be trifled with — or just a mere plaything? Let us know! We'll be back after a brief hiatus for season 8! In the meantime, we'll be active on our instagram @witchcastpodcast — come say hi over there, or email us at witchcastpodcast at gmail. Hex yeah and thank you for listening!

Get cozy, Witchcasters! In this episode of Witchcast Podcast, hosts Emily and Kate are joined in the "astral realm studio" by ever-so-soothing and magical Laurel Hostak Jones: writer, audio producer, and witch known for her popular bedtime podcast 'Sleep and Sorcery' (@sleepandsorcery). They discuss into Laurel's creative journey, exploring the inspiration and thoughtful process behind her podcast and her new book it inspired, 'Sleep & Sorcery: A Collection of Enchanting Bedtime Stories, Rituals, and Spells for Meaningful Rest'. They also chat about the significance of meaningful rest in our lives, and what meaningful rest means to Laurel as a witch, mother, and entrepreneur. Additionally, Laurel shares insights into her current practices of witchcraft and sleep rituals. Then Laurel pulls a card from her Druid Plant Oracle deck.   Order your hardcover copy of "Sleep and Sorcery" now online at Crossed Crow books. Paperback will be available August 2024 wherever fine books are sold. Links on our website at witchcastpodcast.com and on our Instagram @witchcastpodcast!

Buckle up, Witchcasters, this one is a wild ride and is a lot of fun! In this episode, Emily and Kate are joined in their studio on the astral plane with a very special guest: sorceress and seer Rose Aurora, who specializes in Fairy and Elf work, and she is also trained in the spiritual tradition of Trolldom. There's so much to cover, so for this episode, they focus primarily on her work with the Fair folk — who they are, breaking down common misconceptions, how she works with them and some guidelines for those who are interested (or worried!) they might have the Good People in their own lives. Then Emily pulls a card from her Druid Craft tarot deck. Follow Rose Aurora on Instagram @roseauroras and visit our website at witchcastpodcast.com for more resources from the episode!

In this episode, Emily and Kate welcome to the coven witchy comedian and baker Aaron Porchia @aporchia (pronounced PorSHAY, he/him) and they discuss all the ways Aaron is actually a very powerful intuitive witch, how he's found his own way to practice over the years, including candle magic, setting intentions, manifesting and the difference between the two. They also talk about Aaron's new small business he just launched, Le Frooty Baker, and how he used his practice to find his true path. Then he pulls a card from the Rider Waite Colman-Smith tarot deck! Order tasty baked goods from Aaron and follow him at @LeFrootyBaker, follow us @witchcastpodcast, and be sure to rate and review us on your fav podcast platforms.

In this episode, Kate and Emily gather round for story time again. This time, Kate talks briefly about the history of Black and African American country music, cowboys, the great west migration, and the amazing African American women of the Wild West — specifically renown chef and caterer Abby Fisher, who wrote the 2nd oldest African American cookbook. Then Emily goes briefly over the vast folklore of foxes within Japanese culture, such as the magical tricksters kitsune, and their relationship with the Inari, the Shinto spirit. And then Emily pulls a card from her Jane Austen tarot playing deck. More links and sources available on our website www.witchcastpodcast.com and be sure to follow us on instagram @witchcastpodcast.

In this episode of Witchcast Podcast, Emily and Kate discuss the different ways they've been exploring health and wellness through their spirituality, whether that's through different headache remedies or spells for channeling healing energy. (As always, this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and never medical advice) Then Kate pulls a card from her Universal Goddess tarot deck. Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @witchcastpodcast.

In this episode of Witchcast Podcast, Emily and Kate are joined by very special guest, professional astrologist and cosmic comedian, Cole Prots aka @jkitsCole (he/they). They discuss how Cole first got started in astrology and his meteoric rise on social media with his hilarious, engaging and educational videos. They chat about his creative process, how he deals with the trolls and tips for those looking to get into witchy content. Then as a special treat, Cole sorts the zodiac signs into different types of witches and pulls a card from his Ethereal Visions deck. Be sure to follow Cole on TikTok and Instagram at @jkitscole, and don't forget to follow Witchcast Podcast on Instagram at @witchcastpodcast and leave us a little review if you like us! (Sorry for Kate's tech issues this week.) 

In this episode of the Witchcast Podcast, Emily and Kate welcome back numerologist, astrologer, kooky witchy auntie and dear friend of the pod, Jasmine Wolfe aka @satin.saturn, to discuss the numerology forecast for 2024. They discuss the overall year number, what that means and how to calculate your own personal year number, and how that relates to the overall global year number. Then Jasmine pulls a card from her Modern Witch Tarot deck. Be sure to follow Jasmine on instagram at @satin.saturn and follow Witchcast Podcast @witchcastpodcast!

It's story time again at the Witchcast Podcast, and this time Emily and Kate cozy up to the cauldron to tell the yuletide tales of La Befana, Italy's Christmas witch, and the Yule Lads, Iceland's mischievous pranksters who visit on the days leading up to Yule. Then Emily pulls a card from her Moon Power Tarot deck for a New Year's message!

Happy Solstice, Witchcasters! In this very special year-end episode, Emily and Kate are joined by their friend, hilarious comedian and artist, Christiana Jackson, as they review, rank and rake every single astrological sign over the coals. That's right, it's a good old-fashioned roast! From insufferable Aries to flakey Pisces, no sign is safe in our scathing takedowns – and Christiana should know – she's dated them all and done the research. Extra explicit, extra wild and all in good fun, it's the Witchcast Holiday Astrology Roast! Once the fires have smoldered and mics have dropped, Emily pulls a couple cards from her new Bird Oracle deck for a message as we close out the year and looking into 2024. Listen wherever you get your podcast fix and be sure to follow Christiana for hilarious hijinks at @incomparablemsc. Follow us at @witchcastpodcast and be sure to rate, review and subscribe to us!  Have a wonderful holiday and very happy new year! We'll see you in 2024!

In this episode, Emily and Kate do a top-line recap of the full Wheel of the Year: the eight seasonal festivals derived from ancient European practices to honor the solstices, equinoxes and midpoints, that are now observed by many modern Pagans, Wiccans and witches. Forget when is Beltane or what's the deal with Mabon? This episode has you covered. Kate and Emily go over the quick bullet points on history, background and how to celebrate Yule, Imbolc, Ostara, Beltane, Litha, Lughnasa, Mabon and Samhain -- all in one juicy episode! But they also discuss finding what works best for YOUR practice too. Then Emily pulls a card from her Moon Power tarot deck!  Follow Witchcast on Instagram @witchcastpodcast and check us out online at Witchcastpodcast.com.

In this episode of the Witchcast Podcast, it's storytime again! Emily tells the story of the Spana Prosecution, a major (and witchy) criminal case of an Italian abusive husband poisoning ring, and then Kate regales the tale of the famous Scottish poem, The Ballad of Tam Lin, an enchanted and cursed knight held captive by the queen of the Faeries, saved by his love and baby mama Janet. Then Kate pulls a card from her new Tarot Magick deck that Emily gave her. (They also discuss some book and TV recommendations too!) Follow Witchcast on Instagram @witchcastpodcast for pics and on witchcastpodcast.com for links and more info!

In this episode of the Witchcast Podcast, Emily and Kate chat with "The Event" that is Judy Darling, aka Coleman Drew: witch, drag queen, multi-hyphenate artist and overall wonderful human being (he/she/they). Calling in from a sun-filled wooden deck they just helped build for their friend in Atlanta, Judy discusses their fascinating and winding road in art, drag, and magick, as well as their journey in love and self-acceptance. Kate and Emily try to guess their astrology sign after they chat, then Judy pulls a card from their Tarot of the Moon Garden deck for our listeners! Follow Judy on Instagram at @thejudydarling and see pics on our Instagram at @witchcastpodcast!

In this episode of Witchcast Podcast, Emily and Kate chat with priestess, healer, Xicana witch, water activist and author Jamie Della. She is the author of ten books, including her newest book, A Box of Magick, which was just released with Sounds True on September 26, and is available wherever books are sold. They discuss Jamie's colorful history in pagan and Wiccan-based witchcraft and her current practice, how she met her mentor, Connie DeMasters, and how she came upon the box of magick that would inspire her latest book. Then Jamie pulls a card from her Quan Yin Oracle deck. Follow Jamie at @JamieDellaWrites and learn more at jamiedella.com. More info and photos on our instagram @witchcastpodcast and website: witchcastpodcast.com.