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Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message!Cecilia and Gradh catch up on their spring and their gardening efforts. Yes, someone has apple trees and gets philosophical about them. We also talk about Beltane traditions and rituals (fire!), and Cecilia reveals why she left her online coven.Do you have thoughts? Please drop us a message via the link above.Explicit tag due to what apple trees transform.P.S. We have ADHD and keep forgetting to ask you to subscribe and review, but it would be awesome if you could. Thanks!Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid.You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message!Brew yourself a cup of lemon balm tea or take some of Cecilia's very strong tincture and settle in. We talk about the progress we made in 2025 including Cecilia growing stuff and Gradh going shopping. We also talk about the in-person gatherings we're planning to attend, Gradh gives us an earworm, and Cecilia gives everyone a challenge to get out of their comfort zone.References and Links;Strange but True: The Largest Organism on Earth Is a Fungus (Scientific American)Coastal Crow and Raven Tarot by M.J. CullinaneCecilia's deck review of the Coastal Crow and Raven Tarot on her Witch of the Words SubstackGradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid.You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message!Gradh and Cecilia talk about the element of Earth and how they each work with it... and may be addicted to aspects of it.Recommendations for resources:Earthing: book on getting grounded The Parks Project – National Parks Apparel & Gear Made with Purpose – Parks ProjectHealing RitualRock IdentifierSeekEarth Spell for Resistance:Be outside, if possible, barefoot on the ground if that’s accessible to you during a time that’s harmonizing. Find a stone you resonate with. A regular rock from the ground is fine.Hold your stone in your dominant hand. Breathe in and out three times and send energy to whichever Earth-healing intention inspires you.Examples: earth fortification, forest regrowth, peace and cooperation between humanity and earth.Note: Alas, Mystic South has passed, but we plan to go next year.Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid.You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message!After a long hiatus due to travel, we're back with a couple of episodes we recorded in the spring.Here's our deep dive on Air.Spell for resistance: When feeling the breeze, consider how you can uplift the voices of those who have been suppressed. Also ask the element of Air to empower the voices of those with power and privilege so they’ll speak out against injustice when they see it.Also discussed:Kale & Wild Rice Salad from Two Peas & Their PodRising Appalachia's song Resilient - watch video on YouTubeGradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid.You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message!Water, water, everywhere! And every drop is magickal.Cecilia and Gradh continue their deep dive into the elements with Cecilia's favorite and the source of befuddlement for Gradh: water.Books mentioned:Earthing by Clinton OberPsychic Witch by Mat AurynThe Path of Elemental Witchcraft: A Wyrd Woman's Book of Shadows by SalicrowWebsite: Reference for Nine Waves of Blessing (search in the document to find it)Persistence in Resistance Spell:In a spray bottle, place purifying herbs or crystals of your choice (listen to episode for suggestions), salt, water, and a little bit of high-proof alcohol to discourage mold and bacterial growth.Infuse this water with intention, and spray it on yourself or around the room.Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid.You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message!Cecilia and Gradh catch up after their long hiatus and discuss the element of fire, how they engaged with it before stepping on to their respective paths, and how they employ it in their current practices.Books mentioned: Laura Tempest Zakroff's Anatomy of a Witch: A Map to the Magical Body (about the three cauldrons)The Cry of the Deer: Meditations on the Hymn of St. Patrick by David Adam Boundary/Light in the Darkness Spell:Mentally and spiritually draw a caim (circle) of light around you. Extend it as far as you're comfortable.Hold a lit candle or imagine that you are (fire safety first, people!) and picture yourself as a force for good. This can be positive connection or imagining that you're a light of hope in the darkness. Ask your deities, guides, etc. for the next most effective action to bring good into the world.Once you have a good idea of what they want you to do, thank them and dispel the circle. Act within your means on whatever guidance they give you.So mote it be.Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid.You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message!Cecilia and Gràdh tackle the big questions like, how do you celebrate Samhain when you're in the middle of a major move? Should you eat the tails of random critters in the woods? Did  Gràdh have an imaginary friend or phantom? And, did Cecilia cuss out a ghost?Links mentioned:MANNA Food Bank AshevilleTailyPo YouTube videoGradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid.You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message!So sorry! The tech gremlins played a Samhain trick on us... This is the correct episode.We recorded this episode in July, and then it got pushed behind the Mabon one so we could get that one out before the holiday. And then there was some weather, Gradh is in the process of a major move, and Cecilia has been traveling and starting up her writing program. This made for a delayed release.Plus, this seems a good week to bring some sanity to the world. Got questions or reactions? Please send us a message using the link at the top of the show notes.Here are the references: Article Gradh mention on Christian Nationalism and conspiracy theories.Books:  Conspiracy Theories and the People Who Believe ThemHandbook of Conspiracy Theory and Contemporary ReligionGradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid.You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message!Cecilia is back from vacation, Gràdh has been moving, and we’re recording in the evening, so our brains are a little…unfocused. It’s almost like we have ADHD or something. We do talk about Mabon and its place on the Wheel of the Year, the current state of Cecilia’s garden, our plans for celebrating, and various other topics. Like our hair. Not kidding. You’ve been warned.Book referenced by Cecilia with food correspondences: A Kitchen Witch’s World of Magical Food by Rachel PattersonAmazon ebook Paperback (support your local bookstore)Song referenced: White Rabbit by Jefferson Airplane Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid.You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message!Gràdh and Cecilia talk about their respective in-person gatherings. They also talk about their summer reading goals (the fun kind). Books Mentioned: (affiliate links)The Wolf's Shadow - Cecilia's book set in the OzarksThe Philosopher and the Druids by Philip FreemanOther mentions:Chevron Trading Company & Bead Store, the bead store Cecilia visited in Asheville---Gradh doesn't have internet in his grove, but you can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid.You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message!Gràdh and Cecilia discuss how to ethically handle difficult situations with magic. Is it possible to go to the spirit world for help without hexing or cursing?Also, it’s never too late to celebrate! Gràdh gets some big news, and we check in on our intentions. While the bookstore signing Cecilia’s talking about has now passed, it’s still worth a trip to visit Off the Wall Books n Café in Hendersonville, NC.Books Mentioned: (affiliate links)Mountains of the Heart: A Natural History of the Appalachians by Scott WeidensaulThe Overstory by Richard PowersApps Mentioned:Picture This - Plant Identifier AppiPlant by Brigitte MarsGradh doesn't have internet in his grove, but you can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid.You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message!After a hiatus due to editor complications, we're back! We recorded this one in the spring just after the Eclipse. It’s interesting to revisit the shift in energy and perspective.Do you remember our annual intentions? That's okay, neither did Gràdh. Luckily, Cecilia wrote them down, so we review them and how we’re doing with them.Finally, we have a discussion about intuition, and Gradh comes up with a really good definition.Resources mentioned:Folk Collaborative, Copper Hill, TNhttps://www.thefolkcollaborative.comWhere to find us:Gradh doesn't have internet in his grove, but you can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/ Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us. Credits: Our awesome new editor: Casey Mars Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid.You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message!Our intrepid hosts discuss Imbolc, which apparently is the perfect time for divination. Both share their favorite divination methods. Cecilia pulls a Tarot card, and Gradh works the Ogham sticks for interestingly complimentary readings. Synchronicity, anyone?Resources discussed: Wild Unknown Tarot Deck by Kim KransCeltic Tree Oracle by Murray, Murry, & Card (Affiliate Link)Celtic Tree Ogham Sticks with Luxury Bag and Book (Etsy)Celtic Tree Magic: Ogham Lore and Druid Mysteries by Danu Forest (Affiliate Link) Gradh doesn't have internet in his grove, but you can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.comIf you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us. Credits:Our patient editor: Tabitha T-HIntro and Outro:Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.comMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Episode 3 Grounding Meditation:Ambient Nature Music | Nature by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid.You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message!The nice thing about the year being a wheel is that it's never too late to set intentions or to publish them, right?Cecilia and Gradh talk about their intentions for their magical practices in 2024. They also give advice based on what they've learned so far, which touches on accessibility.  You'll also find out which of our hosts is totally into camping and which isn't really into sleeping outside.Gradh doesn't have internet in his grove, but you can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.comIf you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us. Credits: Our very patient editor: Tabitha T-HIntro and Outro:Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.comMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid.You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message!Cecilia and Gradh introduce themselves and talk about how they met and the tipping points that led them to take up new(ish) spiritual paths in midlife. They also talk about how their INFJ personality type fits in with the synchronicities of their magical philosophies and lives.References:NOAA website to calculate true northInsight Timer Metta meditationBook: The Druid Path by John Michael GreerGradh doesn't have internet in his grove, but you can find out about Cecilia and her books at: https://ceciliadominic.comIf you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.Editor: the very patient Tabitha T.H.Intro and Outro credits:Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.comMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid.You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message! What do you get when you combine a practicing witch who's also a psychologist and bestselling fiction author with a Druid who's a master architect and then add a generous dash of ADHD? The magical spell for a new podcast about discovering one's magical path in midlife!Join witch Cecilia Dominic and Druid Gradh as they discuss their respective paths and the unique challenges of pagan practice in one's forties and fifties. All are welcome, especially if you're neurodivergent or think you might be.Blessed be! Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid.You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/  Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.   Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller  Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/