Ostara 104: Weather Magic

Greeting’s heathens and witches,

Welcome to the Horn and Cauldron podcast…

Ostara is held on the Vernal or Spring Equinox, which is the beginning of astronomical spring. On this day, night and day are equal, and each day after it is longer than the last until the summer solstice. Festivals for the spring equinox are associated with new beginnings, eggs, rabbits, flowers, and rebirth. Spring is also a season where in the span of a week, you can experience sunny, windy, and rainy days—so let’s find a way to harness that and add it to our magical repertoire!

In this episode, we discuss the history of the Tempestarii, who were weathermancers in the middle ages, and some of the spells they were reported to have used. We also give you a bunch of ideas for you to incorporate weather magic into your practice, and talk about our own experiences using weather magic.

Related Episodes:

Ostara 101, episode: https://youtu.be/6_XuVpLtDm4?si=Z_IGb28vR4cS-T41

Ostara 102, episode: https://youtu.be/diLSXxD4NeM?si=AV_pNZfnoIArpsNc

Ostara 103 Plant Magic, episode: https://youtu.be/VtHI9C8qYGA?si=yxQm-yanmKpQJWMn

Hidden Heathenry in Modern Holidays, episode 26: https://youtu.be/bzm9NkGLF5s?si=IJJlvARBYdKM1H-Z

Mabon 103 Living with the Seasons, episode 63: https://youtu.be/93T1NFl8DNc?si=q6qGNBuoLI29cq5c

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https://www.almanac.com/topics/weather/weather-references/weather-lore

https://druidryblog.wordpress.com/2019/09/01/old-spells-weather-magic/

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https://sourcebooks.fordham.edu/source/agobard-onhailandthunder.asp

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weather_lore

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weather_god

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_solar_deities

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_thunder_gods

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_rain_deities

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https://occult-world.com/storm-raising/

https://esoterx.com/2014/08/26/cloudy-with-a-chance-of-tempestarii-witches-warlocks-and-weather-control/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tempestarii

https://www.learnreligions.com/weather-magic-and-folklore-2562497

Pub Chat: What do you do with Storm Water?

Greeting’s heathens and witches,

Welcome to Pub Chat! These episodes are for us to have a more free-form way to discuss listener questions, shorter subjects, as well as magical happenings, musings, and of course, go off on tangents.

In this week's Pub Chat we explore the age-old question, “What do I with all this storm water now that winter is coming to a close?”. Replete with tangents and squirrelling aplenty! So, join us for a very short talk about storm water, how to store it, what to do with it, and the status of animalized magical criminals… or whatever!

Enki Deep Dive

Greeting’s heathens and witches,

Welcome to the Horn and Cauldron podcast…

One of the Anunnaki, Enki is the Sumerian god of water, knowledge, crafts, and keeper of the divine powers called Me. Enki is a complicated and many faceted god, and as patron god of one of the oldest temples in one of the world’s oldest cities, many of the themes associated with him echo through time, mythology, and religion.

In this episode, we discuss Enki’s iconography, family, and his temple. We also talk about the ways you can work with Enki and what his energy is like, share our personal takes, and experiences with him and the idea of leaving offerings. We also read an excerpt of one of Enki’s primary myths, “Enki and the World Order.”

Note:

In this episode, we mention @miniminuteman’s videos about Ur. We were incorrect—he does not visit Ur in these videos, but he does visit several sites in southern Turkey, some of which are even older than Ur. Watch the playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXtMIzD-Y-bNsVeMHjFjF003GU1Stt8WF

Recommended Episodes:

Technomancy, episode 36: https://youtu.be/jT7llHYG1Qs?si=sDZ6e33BHBF3kAyc

Sources:

https://templeofsumer.com/Enki-and-the-World-Order/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enki

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Me_(mythology)

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eridu

https://www.gatewaystobabylon.com/religion/sumrel1.htm

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https://www.timelessmyths.com/mythology/enki/

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nammu

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ninhursag

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anunnaki

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marduk

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dumuzid

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nin%C5%A1ar

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ninkurra

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ninti

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uttu

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eridu

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Damgalnuna

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nanshe

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asaruludu

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Pub Chat: Is Sympathy from The Kingkiller Chronicle just Intention Magic?

Greeting’s heathens and witches,

Welcome to Pub Chat! These episodes are for us to have a more free-form way to discuss listener questions, shorter subjects, as well as magical happenings, musings, and of course, go off on tangents.

In this week's Pub Chat we explore one of the magical systems in The KingKiller Chronicle by Patrick Rothfuss, Sympathetic Magic. As we dive into this unique system of magic, we compare and contrast it to the modern practice of Intention Magic and Chaos Magic. Join us for this quicky review and analysis of Sympathy from The Name of the Wind & The Wise Man’s Fear.

Imbolc 104: Candle Magic

Greeting’s heathens and witches,

Welcome to the Horn and Cauldron podcast…

Imbolc takes place on Feb 1 (northern Hemisphere) or Aug 1 (southern hemisphere) about halfway between the Winter Solstice (Yule) and the Spring Equinox (Ostara). It’s a time to celebrate the coming of spring with hearth fires, feasting, planning the upcoming harvest, weather divination, and working with candles.

For this year’s 104 series, we’re delving into fundamental magic, and we chose candles for Imbolc season. Candles are an integral part of modern magical practices, so we’re going over all you need to know about adding them to your repertoire. In this episode, we discuss the history of candles, the various ways you can use them in your magic, different types of candles, and talk about how we use candles in our practice.

Related episodes:

Imbolc 101, episode 5: https://youtu.be/44Td_vOlKHg?si=NWR0fkQbCNyyhxQc

Imbolc 102, episode 31: https://youtu.be/5rOasOB3QJY?si=HyDrE42qvTxibSuD

Imbolc 103: The Nine Herbs Charm, episode 50: https://youtu.be/Vs5L2EzEhXg?si=hmRrVyuRKHtdPlqF

Color Magic, episode 61: https://youtu.be/XEnmZ-A2b0g?si=7BIuZOSHxIoKLTpu

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https://blackcatcaboodle.com/products/candlefire-technique-of-candle-burning-dejong-1973-witchcraft-grimoire-magick

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https://www.crystalcrushmagazine.com/magick/4-1-2021/psrugt3diw47kz6sz8wm1delv67xsr

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https://thetravelingwitch.com/blog/8-quick-candle-spells-for-when-you-need-magic-in-a-hurry

Protection Magic: Warding and the Evil Eye

Greeting’s heathens and witches,

Welcome to the Horn and Cauldron podcast…

              This episode focuses on different types of Apotropaic magic, which is meant to deflect bad luck and ward off the evil eye. We discuss various types of warding magic, like the Evil Eye (Nazar), Hamsa, Eye of Horus, Horseshoes, Fascinum and more. There’s lots of talk of our personal practices, and we go over a spell that we plan to do using a tree!

Recommended Episodes:

Intro to Protection Magic, Episode 12: https://youtu.be/qEVRpeEvl5U?si=sCHDj9fhpv-KTsaj

Intro to Chaos Magic, Episode 62: https://youtu.be/lRLmFzPSS1k?si=uRS3X2bk22UEZMzU

Color Magic, Episode 61: https://youtu.be/XEnmZ-A2b0g?si=QQeOu2UHnlCP7S7Z

Dionysus Deep Dive, Episode 35: https://youtu.be/2Th58fRQ8r0?si=xr8fhQynllG5o-p9

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https://www.tumblr.com/tolkien-fantasy/712534646154543104/witchcraft-101-cleansing-warding-banishing-and

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fascinus

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apotropaic_magic

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evil_eye

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nazar_(amulet)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hamsa

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eye_of_Horus

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eye_of_Ra

https://www.gaia.com/article/ancient-protection-using-apotropaic-magic-to-ward-off-evil

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https://artoftheroot.com/blogs/news/protection-magic-its-history-and-warding-against-invisible-forces-of-evil

https://thewitchtokcollective.wordpress.com/2020/04/11/basics-of-warding/

https://aminoapps.com/c/pagans-witches/page/blog/wards-basics/MQdW_bnETkuZ75gYJWJ5QYDrmQbPoXKbvD

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https://beccapiastrelli.com/house-witchery/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shimenawa

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sacred_grove

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sacred_tree

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clootie_well#:~:text=A%20clootie%20well%20is%20a,clootie%20tree%20or%20rag%20tree).

Pub Chat: Feelin’ Magically Unmotivated?

Greeting’s heathens and witches,

Welcome to Pub Chat! These episodes are for us to have a more free-form way to discuss listener questions, shorter subjects, as well as magical happenings, musings, and of course, go off on tangents.

In this week's Pub Chat we explore magical motivation, what happens when you’re not feelin’ it, and what we do about it. Whether it’s from seasonal affect disorder, bad vibes, or burnout we all go thru times when we aren’t feeling particularly motivated to do rituals and spells or be magical and that’s not only okay, but perfectly normal. Join us as we explore the ebb and flow of magical motivation.

Yule 104: Snow and Ice Magic

Greeting’s heathens and witches,

Welcome to the Horn and Cauldron podcast…

              Yule traditionally starts on the Winter Solstice and ends on Jan 1, though it used to last for two months which meant this festive season helped get you through the coldest, darkest part of year. It’s also the season most associated with snow and ice.

For this year’s 104 series, we’re delving into elemental magic, and what better way to start with snow and ice magic! While technically a subset of water magic, snow and ice have unique properties and spells that make the great to add to your spell repertoire.

We also discuss ways to honor the season of Yule, extending that holiday feeling all the way through Imbolc. There’s deities associated with snow and ice, too. Of course, we round out the episode by talking about how we celebrate Yule.

Related Episodes:

Yule 101, episode 2: https://youtu.be/s8NG89qOqXk?si=3Cu9kVlGkzkZwcOn

Yule 102, episode 28: https://youtu.be/VbDfRxWUPhU?si=OqjpBiWlRwhkkkLp

Yule 103 The Wild Hunt, episode 48: https://youtu.be/GGPRzi8XXfE?si=OY2vdCe_gdCzkkMP

Hidden Heathenry in Modern Holidays, episode 26: https://youtu.be/bzm9NkGLF5s?si=IJJlvARBYdKM1H-Z

Mabon 103 Living with the Seasons, episode 63: https://youtu.be/93T1NFl8DNc?si=q6qGNBuoLI29cq5c

What Even is Santa Claus (Is Santa an Egregore): https://youtu.be/BFFGzAOsT_Y?si=Qy0jr1HYzxNUTqhx

A Meta Analysis of God King Santa Clause: https://youtu.be/WsKBBDy9vA0?si=oRNJGeIbrNWvOxLL

Mediation Basics, episode 13: https://youtu.be/snAMunKM03w?si=WMGWo23_c6UGLQBP

Curses and Hexes, episode 67: https://youtu.be/5Omk8Y3LddQ?si=CtfvIielTxguexZA

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https://witchcraftedlife.com/how-to-use-graveyard-snow-in-your-magickal-workings-snow-magick-for-witches/

https://www.tiktok.com/@cosmic_psyche_/video/7057703843320204591

https://blog.greenwitchliving.com/the-magick-of-snow-symbolism-uses/

https://tarotpugs.com/2017/11/05/winter-magick-spells-and-goddesses/

https://kindredspirit.co.uk/2019/11/18/realm-and-ritual-of-winter-magic/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/819232988468338239/

https://jcartemisiabooks.wordpress.com/2020/12/07/snow-ritual-element-magic-symbols-and-uses/

https://otherworldlyoracle.com/freezer-spells/

https://otherworldlyoracle.com/snow-spells-ice-magick/

https://www.thewitchandwand.com/post/patience-spell-with-fire-ice

https://www.learnreligions.com/yule-snow-magic-2562956

https://www.wattpad.com/243087090-book-of-spells-ice-spells

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deities_and_personifications_of_seasons

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perchta

Pub Chat: A Meta Analysis of God King Santa Clause?

Greeting’s heathens and witches,

Welcome to Pub Chat! These episodes are for us to have a more free-form way to discuss listener questions, shorter subjects, as well as magical happenings, musings, and of course, go off on tangents.

In this week's Pub Chat we further explore the ever enigmatic and all-powerful Sant Clause. Using Santa legend and lore in the forms of songs, histories, and movies we look into Santa’s feast day, Christmas, and what it all means for the depths of winter! In this exploration we also ask the following questions:
What are Santa’s powers and abilities?
If a God what is Santa the God of?
Is Santa the King of the Elves?
Are Santa and the Elves actually Fairies?
What does Christmas stuff arriving earlier and earlier in the year mean?
Is this Santa making a power grab?

3 Year Anniversary Q&A *Live*

Greetings heathens and witches,

Welcome to the Horn and Cauldron podcast…

Join us as we mark the third anniversary of the Horn and Cauldron Podcast with an enchanting live stream! Pour yourself a cup of your favorite magical brew, as we embark on a laid-back journey filled with Q&A sessions, mystical discussions, and surprises. Join our little coven for an evening of camaraderie and shared wisdom, where we'll raise our virtual glasses to three years of spellbinding episodes. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a curious soul, all are welcome to this digital gathering of magic and community. Don't miss out on the chance to connect, ask your burning questions, and revel in the mystical ambiance. See you there! 🌙🎉

Curses and Hexes

Greeting’s heathens and witches,

Welcome to the Horn and Cauldron podcast…

                Cursing and hexing is a controversial subject within the pagan community. The whole idea around curses being evil or giving you bad luck is not as deeply rooted in magical practice as you might think, especially in ancient times. In this episode, we explore the concept of the Three-fold Law, and the phrase "An it harm none, do what ye will" and how they came to be, and the division of ‘High’ or ‘White’ magic and ‘Low’ or ‘Black’ magic.

We go over several ancient curses, from a variety of sources—some of which dating back thousands of years! As usual, we spend a bit of time talking about our own experiences and preferences with curses and hexes.

Recommended Episodes:

Book of Shadows and Grimoires, Episode 30: https://youtu.be/eI-SOxxCZ6A?si=ziHwH3tHKaMwjY4r

Pub Chat: Magical Pain Management, Charles Cordell, Magic in Media: https://youtu.be/BDscjZxzXMY?si=bqrBP2QLA4cxzzN2

Pub Chat: Magical Home Protection, Raymond Howard, Magic in Media: https://youtu.be/2Ea34XzUUtk?si=orBiyvObsW5KCRAo

Pub Chat: Astral Projection, Gerald Gardner, Magic in Media: https://youtu.be/dSXrgyssIR8?si=ZVKJkiB06n9V_ch9

Pub Chat: Craft Names, Doreen Valiente, Discovery of Witches Magic Review: https://youtu.be/9dczvgWLM1s?si=eVgc5cJbskNu6veH

Toxic Internet Witchcraft, Episode 22: https://youtu.be/BBaJ0rGufEQ?si=DCNWdIokJkFPteVp

Handfasting and Love Magic, Episode 32: https://youtu.be/1cjlaJCvDUY?si=a6Sb5v_XEthpiKfI

Intro to Modern Odinism, Epsiode 25: https://youtu.be/D2hFPkF0fw8?si=RAnGcPyowZ2nUyXy

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·         https://ia600208.us.archive.org/22/items/TheGreekMagicalPapyriInTranslation/The_Greek_Magical_Papyri_in_Translation.pdf page 158

·         https://www.icelandicmagic.com/products/sorcerers-screed?variant=32514479884 page 141

·         https://grapevine.is/mag/2021/10/14/the-mysterious-book-of-sorcerers-screed/

·         https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Curse

·         https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jinx

·         https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Curse_of_the_pharaohs

·         https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hope_Diamond

·         https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_magic

·         https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Execration_texts

Pub Chat: Witchy Tips for Seasonal Sickness

Greeting’s heathens and witches,

Welcome to Pub Chat! These episodes are for us to have a more free-form way to discuss listener questions, shorter subjects, as well as magical happenings, musings, and of course, go off on tangents.

In this week's Pub Chat, we update y’all on our recent bout of illness and go over some tips and tricks, of both the witchy and mundane variety, that we use during flu season. From tea to meditation, we explore what we do and how you can too… lol Don’t worry, there’s plenty of sidetracking as should be expected!

An Interview with Mary Armendarez

Greeting’s heathens and witches,

Welcome to the Horn and Cauldron podcast…

                Join us as we sit down for a fantastic interview with Mary Armendarez of Power Retrieval. We have an wonderful and casual conversation about many topics from healing and angels to retrieving your power. We look forward to more interviews and speaking with Mary Armendarez again.

You can find Mary Armendarez at:

Websites:

https://maryarmendarez.com/

https://powerretrieval.net/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/mothermary15

https://www.instagram.com/powerretrievalpodcast/

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@maryarmendarez450

Samhain 103: Working with Ancestors and Other Spirits

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The third and final harvest festival, which takes place on October 31 which is about halfway between the autumn equinox and the winter solstice.  The veil is thin this time of year, which makes it a perfect time to work with the entities on the other side.

In this episode, we discuss the nuances of working with different types of spirits: ancestors, ghosts, deities, the Fae, and more. So tune in for this spooooky episode, which is filled with shenanigans!

Related Episodes:

Samhain 101, episode 24: https://youtu.be/6zplF3iJRu4?si=PWUun-cRwTGWTr-K

Samhain 102, episode 45: https://youtu.be/AQuNNih4Mgk?si=8l54YiDcALDaeoGj

Pub Chat: Séance vs. Ouija Board: https://youtu.be/zqL8sjNsu0M?si=evYmAisYl8rHx9xX

Working with the Fae, episode 9: https://youtu.be/m4TPLUW6RG4?si=TiSHdu3mFkMbkad0

Types of Fae Around the World, episode 39: https://youtu.be/izCVb9LUXD4?si=sF-6CFTAQ5gimbQ4

Magic in Anime Fanime 2023, episode 57: https://youtu.be/90kNwmK93uk?si=al-jmLsklO644_6i

Meditation Basics, episodes 13: https://youtu.be/snAMunKM03w?si=q9YoUp_-pj6ksKu2

Sources:

https://youtu.be/f6nwCuVd66w?si=VcXC79eOUm9v9q_q

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cassius_Marcellus_Clay_(politician)

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marie_Curie

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysis_(priestess)

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Y%C5%8Dkai

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egyptian_conception_of_the_soul

Pub Chat: What Creature do you Relate to?

Greeting’s heathens and witches,

Welcome to Pub Chat! These episodes are for us to have a more free-form way to discuss listener questions, shorter subjects, as well as magical happenings, musings, and of course, go off on tangents.

In this week's Pub Chat, we ask the question what creature do you relate to the most and why? A simple question on the surface but one that reveals much. So, we recently watched an interview with Guillermo del Toro and Mike Flanagan where this question was posed and couldn’t help but explore this idea as a novel approach to self-analysis and a fun way to celebrate the spooky season.

Kitchen Witchery 103: Planning a Magical Meal

Welcome to the Horn and Cauldron podcast…

With the Samhain and the Holiday season coming up, dinner parties, family meals, and of course Thanksgiving will be on people’s minds. Maybe you want to host your own dinner party or Friendsgiving, so we’re here to help you help plan one!

We start with the mundane foundations of planning a feast: deciding a theme, serving styles, what dishes to have, serving sizes, tips and more. Then we move into the magical side of planning a feast, like adding intention, using correspondences, and other magical methods.

We also discuss our experiences making magical feasts and give you a sample meal that’s fancy enough for an anniversary, and easy enough for any home cook to make.

Related episodes:

Ep 19 Kitchen Witchery 101: https://youtu.be/jsiCwIEk4zY?si=cfOs2ThWnmsdJxrK

Ep 38, Kitchen Witchery 102- Potions: https://youtu.be/25CrF9YYdz4?si=OCwIsTaDLlDy1dsl

Ep 29 Dagda Deep Dive: https://youtu.be/nXKQgea1niM?si=2icbSjnzZmiY9kNs

Ep 21 Mabon 101: https://youtu.be/tUwzrs5vzVY?si=U8XP-Tk_0ZhkNtax

Sources:

https://camillestyles.com/entertaining/recipes-to-feed-a-crowd/

https://www.marthastewart.com/8364903/martha-stewart-party-planning-tips

https://camillestyles.com/entertaining/how-to-plan-a-dinner-party-menu/

https://www.ribevikingecenter.dk/en/learn-more/food/food-solstice-feast.aspx

Pub Chat: Modernizing the Maiden, Mother, Crone

Greeting’s heathens and witches,

Welcome to Pub Chat! These episodes are for us to have a more free-form way to discuss listener questions, shorter subjects, as well as magical happenings, musings, and of course, go off on tangents.

In this week's Pub Chat, we delve into the concept of the Maiden, Mother, and Crone, aiming to define these terms and explore their significance in our lives. Additionally, we strive to modernize and degender them by proposing alternative triple terms and briefly touching upon some binary terms. So, grab a drink and join us as we discuss and explore the Maiden, Mother, Crone triple goddess archetype with hopes of gaining a better understanding of these concepts and their relevance to us today.

Mabon 103: Living in Harmony with the Seasons

Welcome to the Horn and Cauldron podcast…

Mabon, which takes place on the Autumnal Equinox, is about balance and gratitude. I like to think of the modern witchcraft sabbats, and the Norse blots as ways to honor, explore, experience, and add magic to the seasons as they pass by. There's nothing wrong with having a favorite season, but have you considered finding joy in each season as you experience it?

We've often talk about how moving to a small cabin in the woods at the edge of civilization has taught us how to understand and live with the change in seasons. Not everyone has the ability or desire to live in a cabin at the edge of the woods, dispensing wisdom and the occasional potion to visitors and passersby, but you can find your own way to live with the seasons, even if you generally hate the cold of winter, or the heat of summer.

In this episode, we go over the mundane and magical ways you can incorporate seasonal harmony into your routine. We also talk about the ways that living in harmony with the seasons has helped us, and how we incorporate it in our lives.

Related Episodes:

Episode 21, Mabon 101: https://youtu.be/tUwzrs5vzVY?si=leQbl7zOAxMxFOUM

Episode 44, Mabon 102: https://youtu.be/JL1LYQJcFhY?si=EXVNMfET8y5Q_1s3

Episode 09, Working with the Fae: https://youtu.be/m4TPLUW6RG4?si=oMGVtkdNjIBhHWTR

Episode 39, Types of Fae Around the World: https://youtu.be/izCVb9LUXD4?si=KqMGi6q9pq20Z9R4

Episode 22, Toxic Internet Witchcraft: https://youtu.be/BBaJ0rGufEQ?si=jqTROMKGQM2pzTQL

Episode 13, Meditation Basics: https://youtu.be/snAMunKM03w?si=BNvGq5HvLllKvE5l

Episode 19, Kitchen Witchery: https://youtu.be/jsiCwIEk4zY?si=cmfPzdxNUXywSUYI

Pub Chat: What Even is Santa Claus: https://youtu.be/BFFGzAOsT_Y?si=2oF-RH0dGFpYKeYz

Sources:

https://youtu.be/xOYqaKDTjX0?si=FxSOjqxdK_IEbVPD&t=160

https://youtu.be/V-yJZGQAl1U?si=ixkyXaS4wDI68b4Q

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wheel_of_the_Year#Autumn_Equinox_(Mabon)

Pub Chat: Determinism(Fate) vs Free Will

Greeting’s heathens and witches,

Welcome to Pub Chat! These episodes are for us to have a more free-form way to discuss listener questions, shorter subjects, as well as magical happenings, musings, and of course, go off on tangents.

This week we talk about ideas surrounding free will, determinism, and fate. Do we have free will? Is our reality deterministic? Can you escape your fate, or change it? Join us as we explore these questions and more with a hefty dose of speculation, a little bit of science, and a fair bit of drinking. From defining these terms to sharing our opinions and asking about yours, this week is a bit more existential an exploration but we had a ton of fun talking about it and can’t wait to hear what you think!

Intro to Chaos Magic

Welcome to the Horn and Cauldron podcast…

Chaos magic is a modern magic tradition rooted in the Spiritualist era of the mid 19th and late 20th centuries that emphasizes the idea that belief or intention is the most important part of any spellwork. We begin our exploration of Chaos Magic with Austin Osman Spare, and then discuss Peter J. Carroll’s role.

We also discuss the core beliefs of chaos magic, like N=1, the role of belief, gnosis, sigils, and servitors. As usual, we talk about how our own magical practices align with the tenets of Chaos magic, and how we use them in the day to day. It’s so exciting to be able to bring you this episode—it’s been in the works for a while!

Sources

·         https://archive.org/details/LiberCaos

·         https://archive.org/details/LiberNullAndThePsychonaut

·         https://web.archive.org/web/20160304064821/http://astrum-obscurum.org/Library/LibraryBase/Modern_Western_Magic/Chaos_Magic/A._O._Spare/AO_Spare_Earth_Inferno.pdf

·         https://archive.org/details/AustinOsmanSpare/TheFocusofLife/page/n11/mode/2up

·         https://www.specularium.org/

·         https://www.vice.com/en/article/3ba5an/chaos-magician-132-v15n10

·         https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chaos_magic#:~:text=During%20the%20mid%2D1970s%20chaos,following%20specific%20practices%20based%20on

·         https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_J._Carroll

·         https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Austin_Osman_Spare

·         https://www.artnet.com/artists/austin-osman-spare/15

·         https://www.rpmystic.com/excerpts/an-introduction-to-chaos-magic-exclusive-excerpt-from-how-to-study-magic-a-guide-to-history-lore-and-building-your-own-practice/

·         https://www.llewellyn.com/journal/article/1799?gclid=Cj0KCQjw0vWnBhC6ARIsAJpJM6cqbto7ErkNZP68jR9YED1XPoDNkMkjLiD39DyF5CC5V8tCi1iFBBgaAgFkEALw_wcB

·         https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Illuminates_of_Thanateros