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Wayward Wanderer
by Ryan Smith
Your friendly neighborhood Radical Heathen podcast! Join "The Way of Fire & Ice" author Ryan Smith for discussions on Norse Paganism in the 21st century, episodes come out on Wednesdays every month. Follow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/rysmi... Like my work? Then please check out my Patreon for bonus episodes and more: https://www.patreon.com/waywar...
Episodes
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Explainer 30 - Hel and Helheim
Happy Spooktober everyone! Let's start the month off with a short explainer on Helheim, the Nordic death realm where most of us will go and why it is often misunderstood. Explainer 9 - Death, Dying, and the Dead Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here:...
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Rewind - Episode 26 - The Havamal, the Sayings of the High One
Re-release of an older episode, in time for the new series on the Eddas! The Havamal is the most important of the surviving primary source texts for understanding Heathen ethical philosophy, morality, and practice. This episode dives into this saga, its form, contents, and what we can learn from…
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Explainer 29 - Eddas, Sagas, and Histories
Anyone who is new to modern Heathenry has probably already encountered the eddas, sagas, and histories of the Nordic world. Join your host for a short walk through what these are, why they matter, and more! Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here:...
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Episode 54 - The Volupsa, the Song of the Seeress
The Voluspa is the first of the poems of the Poetic Edda. It tells of the creation of the Nordic world, its eventual demise in Ragnarok, and promises the emergence of a new green world after. Join your host for a dive into the Voluspa, what it reveals, and more! Want to support this podcast and…
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Explainer 28 - Old Norse Poetry
The surviving literature of the pre-Christian Nordic peoples were recorded in poetic form. Join your host for an explainer on the poetry of the eddas and sagas, how it works, and more! Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/wayw...…
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Special Announcement
Hey everyone I'm going to be focusing my upcoming regular episodes on the Poetic Edda and will be presenting at the Harvard Divinity School this September! Listen for more info.
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Let's Read - Creed of Iron feat. Siri Plouff Part 3
Hey everyone welcome to another episode of Let's Read! In this series, Ryan and Siri are taking apart Creed of Iron, a 1997 book which is a great example of far-right, white nationalist Pagan theology at the dawn of the Internet. In Part 3, we dive in to the mysticism of Creed of Iron and have a...
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Let's Read - Creed of Iron feat. Siri Plouff Part 2
Hey everyone welcome to another episode of Let's Read! In this series, Ryan and Siri continue taking apart Creed of Iron, a 1997 book which is a great example of far-right, white nationalist Pagan theology at the dawn of the Internet. In Part 2, we watch as the author proceeds to repeat…
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Let's Read - Creed of Iron feat. Siri Plouff Part 1
Hey everyone welcome to another episode of Let's Read! In this series, Ryan and Siri will be taking apart Creed of Iron, a 1997 book which is a great example of far-right, white nationalist Pagan theology at the dawn of the Internet. In Part 1, we meet the author, his best friend and neo-Nazi…
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Meditation - Communing with Place
This meditation helps build the animistic elements of your practice by giving you the tools to communicate with the Powers of a specific place. It builds on the Lifting the Veil meditation and is useful for initiating relationship with the Powers of place or building on an existing relationship....
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Explainer 27 - Runic Magic
Are you interested in learning more about rune magic and want to know more? Then tune in for this explainer where we dig into the metaphysics of how runes work, chanting the runes, bindrunes, and more! Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here:...
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Explainer 26 - The Creation of Humans
The origins of humans are, in myth, a critical story for understanding our place in existence and our purpose. Join your host for a short guide for how the first humans were made in Nordic myth, why it matters, and more! Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here:...
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Meditation - Finding Your Fylgja
This meditation is meant to help you make contact with your Fylgja, the part of the Nordic Self which is often associated with the subconscious or the unconscious. The Fylgja often serves as a guide and protector during trancework and can offer invaluable insights on your present conditions. Sea...
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Meditation - Spark of Inspiration
This meditation is meant to help ignite your creativity and fuel your imagination by re-acquainting you with past epiphanies. It utilizes the sea and sky meditation, which is linked below, and needs a quiet place to rest and reflect. Sea and Sky Meditation:...
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Fireside Chat 3 - Digital Hygiene TEASER
Welcome to my latest fireside chat! In this one, we talk about digital hygiene and some useful habits, changes, and techniques you can employ to better control your information feed, devices, and gain greater control over these sources of distraction in daily life. If you want to hear the rest of...
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Explainer 25 - Horn
Stags and boars are two animals that pop up a lot in Heathen and Pagan spirituality. Join your host for a short talk on how they appear in Nordic myth and what stags and boars represent. Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/wayw......
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Meditation - The Raised Shield
This meditation uses your personal resilience and what gives you strength to protect you from the hardships of the world. It works by using guided visualization to call up your sources of resilience and imagine them as a source of safety. Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up…
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Episode 53 - The Case for Paganism
Many of the segments of society who are aware of Paganism, Heathenry, and Witchcraft treat it as a curiosity at best. Join your host for a walk through why Paganism makes the world better by being a part of it, how it improves our lives & society, and more! Want to support this podcast and my…
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Meditation - Fill Your Cup
This meditation helps the practitioner remind themselves of what brings them joy, comfort, and fulfillment. It works by interacting with the Norns, calling forth what is in your consciousness, and utilizes the Calming the Sea & Sky meditation. Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign…
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Explainer 24 - Hoof
This episode dives into the place of two particular animals in Nordic myth: goats and horses. Join your host for a short trip through the examples we have of goats from Nordic myth, the best of horses, the qualities of both animals in myth, and more! Want to support this podcast and my other…
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Meditation - Breathing Away Anxiety
Breathing Away Anxiety is a simple, grounding meditation meant to help dispel anxiety and reach a state of calm. This one is fairly simple, can be done under most circumstances, and is easy to adapt. Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here:...
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Explainer 23 - Wolves and Ravens
Wolves and ravens are two of the most widely invoked and depicted animals in modern Nordic practice. Join your host for a walk through what they mean, animals in Nordic myth, and more! Wolf facts Alpha Wolves Debunked Raven saying "Who's a good bird?" More on ravens Want to support this podcast…
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Episode 52 - Murderers and Oathbreakers
We face times that try our souls so the real question facing us is: will you fight or will you hide? Join your host for a voyage through why Heathens and Pagans cannot stay on the sidelines of this struggle, how taking a stand is justified by Heathen principles, and more! Deaths by ICE In Their…
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In Their Own Words - ICE in the Twin Cities feat. Ben and Siri
On December 1st, ICE launched Operation Metro Surge and dispatched thousands of agents to the Twin Cities, a city which also happens to be the home of one of the largest Pagan communities in the United States. Join your host for a conversation with Minneapolis Heathen Godi Ben and friend of the…
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Meditation - The Focused Mind
This meditation is for helping hone your focus, clearing out any distractions, and providing guidance in attaining your goals despite the forces arrayed against you. It can be done under any circumstances and utilizes a less altered state than my other meditations usually employ. Want to support...
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Episode 51 - Winter Solstice
The Winter Solstice is sacred in many of the cultures that inspire modern Pagans. Join your host for a brief journey through the significance of this time of year, the importance of sacred time, and more! Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here:...
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Explainer 22 - Runecasting
Runecasting is one of the best known forms of Heathen, Nordic, and Germanic divination. Join your host for a short walk through the whys and hows of runic divination. Explainer - Divination Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here:...
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Meditation - The Joyous Heart
This meditation creates an anchor with a moment in your life where you felt especially fulfilled, happy, joyful, and otherwise in a state of bliss & safety. These images can be called up later when you especially need to refresh & restore your sense of self. Calming the Sea & Sky Meditation Want…
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Mediation - The Fortified Self
This meditation is meant to bolster and empower you in the face of great challenges. it works by calling on the aid of the Nordic Powers to grant you the tools, wisdom, & protection needed to accomplish the task ahead. Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here:...
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Explainer 21 - As Above, So Below
As above, so below is a common phrase in many Pagan & Witch spaces and can be seen as an assertion of inherent connection. Join your host for a walk through its deeper significance, how it applies in a Heathen context, & more! Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon...
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Let's Read - The Pagan Threat feat. Elizabeth Sandifer Part 2
And we're back with more of "The Pagan Threat." In this segment, Ryan and El wade through Lucas Miles' takes on UFOs, trans people, how Pagans are taking over Christianity, and more! Listen to Part 1 https://www.spreaker.com/episo... /> You can help support Cassandra Snow, one of the authors...
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Let's Read - The Pagan Threat feat. Elizabeth Sandifer Part 1
A new Evangelical hate screed called The Pagan Threat dropped last month with a foreword by the late Charlie Kirk. Joining the pod is author Elizabeth Sandifer for a dive into Lucas Miles' hot takes on Paganism, Christianity, Hazbin Hotel, and more! Listen to Part 2 here. You can help support...
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Meditation - Reaching Into the Mound
For Spooktober, we will be doing a meditation which helps you commune with the dead. It helps for this meditation to have a picture or possession of the dead you are seeking to connect with. Lifting the Veil I am teaching classes on Nordic Ritual and Inclusive Spirituality! You can find out more...
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Explainer 20 - Valhalla
Valhalla is the most well-known of all the Nordic death realms. For most of popular culture, it is a Viking Heaven that inspires violent, heroic deeds. Join your host for a dive into Valhalla, what it is, what it isn't, and more! In Their Own Words - Kash Patel & Valhalla feat. Heather Greene I…
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Episode 50 - Hoist the Black Flag
The Pagan, Heathen, and Witch movements may now be facing the greatest challenge in our young, vibrant history. Join your host for a journey through why our movements have always been a challenge to Christian hegemony, how we might now be an explicit target for persecution, The Pagan Threat, and...
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In Their Own Words - Kash Patel & Valhalla feat. Heather Greene
Last week, FBI Director Kash Patel promised to meet Charlie Kirk in Valhalla. Joining us today is journalist and author Heather Greene to talk more about what this suggests, why the far-right's understanding of Valhalla is rooted more in pop culture than myth or history, and more!...
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Explainer 19 - What is Fascism?
Fascism is on the march so it's time to answer the question: what is it and where does it come from? Join your host for an explainer on fascism, its history, the realities of that movement today, and some tips for how to beat them. Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my...
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In Their Own Words feat. Ron Padron
Joining us today is Ron Padron! Ron is a gay Cuban-American hedge priest and ordained Pagan clergy. His focus is on queer-affirming spirituality & spiritual activism and his practice is a blend of folk Catholicism, Druidry and Witchcraft. He runs White Rose Witching, has published three books on...
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Meditation - Lifting the Veil
Lifting the Veil is a meditation that helps you shift your focus away from the pulse of day to day life & towards the presence of animistic entities & other than human intelligences that are all around us. It works by giving your daily cares a means to manifest that is then easily dismissed…
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Episode 49 - Post-Christianity
There is little question that a militant, aggressive kind of Christianity is now on the march to domination. If those of us, including the Pagan & Witch movements, wish to survive & overcome these times then we need to start asking what a world after Christian hegemony will look like. Join your...
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Explainer 18 - Vaettir
The Vaettir are the animistic beings of Nordic spiritualities. In this explainer, your host Ryan Smith introduces you to some of the core features of the vaettir, gives some examples of kinds of vaettir that exist in the Nordic world, and more! Explainer 6 - Animism Interview with Sif Brookes on...
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Meditation - Reading Frigga's Loom
Reading Frigga's Loom is a meditation that helps you better understand how you are connected with others in the world and your relationship with wyrd, the force that unites and binds all things in existence. It works by using images and symbols of connection to give shape to our relationships…
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Explainer 17 - Why Fire & Ice?
Let's talk about why my book, community, and tradition is so much about fire & ice. Join your host for a journey through two of the great cosmic forces of Nordic myth, the dialectics of creation, what ice & fire represent, and more! Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my...
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Basics of Hexing and Warding Workshop
I am teaching an online workshop on Hexing & Warding next week on Tuesday, June 10th! In this class, we'll be covering the basics of offensive and defensive magic, how these techniques can be used for direct action, why they may have more power than ever thanks to the widespread Christian...
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In Their Own Words feat. Malu Reynaud
Joining us on the show today is Malu Reynaud! Malu Reynaud is Brazilian and passionate about religion and spirituality. After a change in career teaching and practicing Law, she decided to pursue a master's degree in Religious Studies (University of South Florida), where she is a teaching...
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Episode 48 - Odin
Odin is one of the best-known of all the Nordic Gods. Join your host for a dive into this mysterious, multi-faceted deity who often defies all attempts at definition. Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/wayw... or contribute to my...
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In Their Own Words feat. Mhara Starling
Joining us on the podcast is Mhara Starling! Mhara was born in North Wales, raised on the Isle of Anglesey, is a native Welsh speaker, and has been practicing witchcraft from a very young age. Mhara is a celebrant and tarot reader who runs moots, gatherings & open rituals. She is the author of...
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Meditation - Reaching the Divine
Reaching the divine is a meditation that helps the practitioner establish and reinforce their connections with one of the many Nordic Gods. It works by tapping into the power of names, kennings, and symbols associated with each of the Nordic deities. This meditation and supporting information for...
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Explainer 16 - Folk Magic
Folk magic is easily the most widespread form of magic in human history. Join your host for a discussion of what folk magic is, black vs white magic, developing your own practice, and more! Want to support this podcast and my other work? Sign up for my Patreon here…
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Star Wars Special Episode - UNLOCKED
Happy Star Wars Day everyone! Join your host for a dive into a discussion of Star Wars as myth, the mythic power of Star Wars, and what Star Wars shows about how myths can influence the world. This is an unlocked version of a special, Patrons-only episode. If you want access to other Patrons-only...
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Your friendly neighborhood Radical Heathen podcast! Join "The Way of Fire & Ice" author Ryan Smith for discussions on Norse Paganism in the 21st century, episodes come out on Wednesdays every month.
Follow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/rysmi...
Like my work? Then please check out my Patreon for bonus episodes and more: https://www.patreon.com/waywar...
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