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A podcast sharing the secrets and stories of the characters of Niles, California. This is a Muggins Media Podcast.
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Episode 14: The Story of Fighting Jack with Sue Parry
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Send us a text This episode stands as a living monument to a Niles/ Fremont Legend, "Fighting Jack." When hear what Niles once was and now see what it has become today, we have to remember the lives and works of people who have gone before us. This episode shares a bit of the story of the life of one known as "Fighting Jack." May all who seek run f…
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Episode 13: Being a Niles Firefighter with Captain Cory Wilson
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Send us a text We are now back with a brand new season of podcast episodes for you straight from Niles, CA. Captain Cory Wilson is a Fremont Fire Captain here at station #2 in Niles. But his story is more than just landing a job as a fire fighter. Cory grew up here in Niles. He moved here when he was nine years old. Our conversation with Cory is as…
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We speak to folk practitioner, artist, 'zine writer, and author Vlasta Pilot of Gentle Hearts Unite about the nature of Slavic folk belief, the joy of handmade things, choosing bears, and how to avoid being a "cranberry."Av newworldwitchery
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Episode 244 – Magical Alphabets and Scripts
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We look at several magical alphabets and scripts this time, from runes to ogham to EnochianAv newworldwitchery
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Special Episode – Folk Magician’s Notebook – May 2024
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Episode 243 – Black and White Magic
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We look at history, etymology, and magical philosophy to understand magical dualism and where it came fromAv newworldwitchery
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Special Episode – Folk Magician’s Notebook – April 2024
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Episode 242 – Rivers and Dreams with Elhoim Leafar
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We’re speaking with author, witch, Yoruban initiate, and activist Elhoim (Elo) Leafar about his new book Dream Witchery, growing up surrounded by Indigenous spirituality, and discovering the intersection of multiple magical and spiritual pathsAv newworldwitchery
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Special Episode – Folk Magician’s Notebook – March 2024
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Episode 241 – Slow Spells and Magical Maintenance
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Laine and Cory discuss long-term magical workings, maintaining magical altars and tools, and Laine's fear of stage magicians. Plus we answer emails about the Golden Ratio and Leap Day traditions!Av newworldwitchery
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Episode 240 – Designing Tarot with Evvin Marin
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We chat with artist, animist, and awesome person Evvin Marin about creating tarot in the modern worldAv newworldwitchery
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Special Episode – Folk Magician’s Notebook – February 2024
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We discuss numerology, folk magic, and numbers in our latest episode!Av newworldwitchery
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Episode 238 – Chinese Folk Religion with Xueting C Ni
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Special Episode – Folk Magician’s Notebook – January 2024
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Episode 237 – Yuletide Cheer! 2023
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It's time for our annual lessons and carols with music, poetry, and more!Av newworldwitchery
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Special Episode – Folk Magician’s Notebook – December 2023
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We take some time to consider the role of curses, counter-curses, cleansing, and even mental health as we discuss this important aspect of magical practice.Av newworldwitchery
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Episode 12: The Incomparable Innkeeper with Michele White
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Send us a text A lady who is known by some as "the innkeeper" is Michele White. Her story, how she ended up in Niles and more is fascinating. And the presence of hospitality and neighborliness that she possesses is equally remarkable. Her story directly intersects with the story of an another Cast of Niles guest we had on the podcast, Bruce Kaphan,…
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Special Episode – Folk Magician’s Notebook – November 2023
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Special Episode -All Hallows’ Read 2023 – Ghostly Warnings
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Episode 11: Drawing from Experiences and Painting from the Heart with Jeff Albrecht
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Send us a text World renown artist and painter is another member of the Cast of Niles. He is from the Bay Area, but has been a part of the Niles community for a while now. Jeff teaches ceramics in a local high school, but in his extra time he paints and travels around to world to sell his paintings. Jeff is a fascinating individual, and we are exci…
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Special Episode – Folk Magician’s Notebook – October 2023
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Episode 10: A Fresh Coat of Paint with Dirk Visser
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Send us a text Entering into a world of dust and dolls, Dirk Visser became part of the cast of Niles in the later 1900s. Dirk shared in many amazing experiences and opportunities as a fisherman, cafe owner, soap maker, a philosopher and now a writer. Dirk does not waste his experiences. Instead, he uses them to reflect on his life in order to under…
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Episode 235 – There and Back Again
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Travels overseas and listener emails please!Av newworldwitchery
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Episode 9: From Sound Check to the Underscore with Bruce Kaphan
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Send us a text The Cast of Niles has many characters, and in this episode we hear from one who has been making music right here in Niles that has been enjoyed all over the world. Bruce Kaphan made his way in to the Niles community decades ago; and as destiny would have it, he has navigated his way through various parts of the music industry leaving…
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Special Episode – Folk Magician’s Notebook – September 2023
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Episode 8: A Train Load of Niles Gals
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Send us a text In this very special episode, we invite a dozen and a half gals who grew up in Niles to share their memories. And we did all of this live abroad the Skunk Train. The Niles Canyon Railroad hosted the podcast and this group of amazing Niles residents as we cruised down Niles' Canyon and back. For stories fashioned for the history books…
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Episode 234 – Back to School Witchery
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Episode 233 – Cunning Tales with the Witch of Southern Light
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Episode 7: From Corporate to Comedy with Chris Tabish
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Send us a text Niles resident Chris Tabish joins us for this episode to share his story how he went from working in a Fortune 500 company to providing comedy for people in companies who were working in positions just like he was in. Chris is the author of a few books including Comediology. His children's book can be found here. To see Chris doing s…
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Special Episode – Folk Magician’s Notebook – August 2023
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Episode 6: The Street of Dreams with the Pagan Sisters and Laurie Manuel
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Send us a text The charms of Niles seen and experienced by tourists and outside visitors are truly exciting and delightful. But to understand the kind of town that dreams are made of, we must talk to the people who grew up running down her streets and experienced it day-to-day as life. This episode features a conversation with the Pagan Sisters and…
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Episode 232 – Live from Mystic South 2023
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Episode 5: Niles' Artist Extraordinaire with Bobby Daulton
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Send us a text Bobby (Robert) Daulton brings an extraordinary tone to the Cast of Niles. His pallet of life has left a fascinating hue on the canvas of Niles. He is an artist, a politician and many other roles within our community. To find out more about him, check out his website here. You can check out his cat portfolio here. To connect with Prot…
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Special Episode – Folk Magician’s Notebook – July 2023
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Episode 4: Behind the Niles' Banners and Beyond with Barry Jennings
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Send us a text Barry Jennings is a critical part of the cast of Niles. Barry plays a big role in helping Niles stay fresh and beautiful. Barry is responsible for coordinating and changing out the banners we see each time we walk downtown. Those banners are more than just decoration, they are a memorial. Among other things, Barry lives in an older h…
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Episode 231 – Italian American Magic with Dee Norman
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