The continuation of our series on Death. Ah, yes! It's good to be back, Witches! (More on our terribly long hiatus on an upcoming episode!) Today, we delve into six different burial practices around the World. Wanna get turned into an awesome bead of Death? Well, you have that option, and many others, too. Wanna be in a Mushroom Death Suit? Yeah, w…

I am SO EXCITED to talk about Death! I know that may sound strange, but to me, Death doesn't have to be the final cut..To me, it's also the beginning of a new adventure! So, in the first episode of this series, Angela is talking to us about *some* of the Gods & Goddesses associated with Death. Who are they? What do they do? Also on this episode, we…

We've all heard someone else's account...of someone else's account (and so on and so on) of horrible experiences after using a Ouija Board. Today, Angela and I are bringing the good with the bad. Some stories talk about good things that came through the Ouija board and then things take a little bit of a darker turn; TO MURDER. Hey, did you hear abo…

This is part 1 of a 2 part episode. This week, Angela and I are giving you the history of Talking Boards and Ouija Boards. What's the difference? Well, we'll explain that in this episode. Where did they come from? How did this trend start? How popular were they? All of those answers are revealed!Av Janie & Angela

This week, Angela and I are back in the saddle, asking each other questions and answering some questions from the group. We wanted to take this opportunity to let our listeners get to know a little bit about who we are, behind the scenes. We'll discuss some of our favorite practices and things we feel we need to work on. Also, Angela and I discuss …

Finally back online after a little, unintentional, hiatus! In this episode, Angela and I are talking about exploitation of Witches in Pop Culture. We also struggle to understand a type of Witchcraft that we stumbled onto while researching for this episode - Pop Culture Witchcraft---? Which, from what we have gathered is Witchcraft based on fictiona…

This week, we’re talking about Spring Equinox/Ostara. Ahhhhh, Spring has sprung, here in Washington state and we couldn’t be happier! We’ll talk about fairy shells for your garden beds, decoration ideas and ways to honor the season. Sorry this episode is off-schedule, but parts of my city have been experiencing internet outages and we drew the shor…

St. Patrick Day may represent green beer and shamrocks to some, but it's something totally different for us Pagans. On this episode, Angela and I are presenting facts on who he was and why he's a sore subject. Also, Angela reads a very well written article from a Pagan perspective.Av Janie & Angela

On this episode of Those Witches! Podcast, we're talking about adding a touch of magic to every room of your home. You can magically infuse every inch of your home, from the ceiling, all the way down to the carpets! We'll talk about the herbs and/or essential oils you can use to protect your home from theft and how to bring that lovin' feeling back…

Angela is leading the charge, talking about Candle Magic this week. She’s gonna tell us all about image candles, seven day candles and (my personal favorite) knob candles. We’ll talk about candle colors, the meaning of smoke and “talking” flames. This episode was recorded on March 1st, which marked the anniversary of the beginning of the Salem Witc…

On this week’s episode of Those Witches! Podcast, Angela and I are talking about our favorite go-to’s. When we’re getting ready to do any kind of spell work, what do we reach for first and why? We'll explain it all.Av Janie & Angela

This week, we're talking about Manifestation. What it is? Why is it important in my practice? But how do I do it, though? How do I know if it's working? We'll answer all those questions and more.Av Janie & Angela

When you hear us say “Shadow Work”, we’re not talking about hexes and curses. Nope, nope, nope. We’re talking about the kind of healing that reaches into those dark, hidden nooks and crannies that we don’t like to think about, much less TALK about! Shadow Work is not for the faint of heart and it’s not for those seeking validation, but are seeking …

This week, we’re talking about Deities. How do you know which Deity to work with? Will you recognize the signs that a certain Deity is trying to get your attention? When you finally get the message...well, then what? We’re tackling these topics this week on the podcast. We’re also answering questions from our faithful listeners from the group and f…

Sometimes, we find ourselves in a rut and we start looking for ways to break free. One of the best ways that we can dig ourselves out of that rut is to go out in the world and make new friends. How do we meet people in the Pagan community? How do we grow to trust those connections? And how the hell do we keep them when we find them? Angela and I wi…

This week, Angela and I begin part 1 of our Pagan Family series. This episode is all about getting the kids involved. How do we make things fun, while also instilling lessons that they'll remember? How do we handle our kids spilling the beans and blabbing about us hiding in the broom closet? Why aren't kids included in a lot of the local Pagan ritu…

Oh Goddess, we've all been there, at one time or another. There you are, minding your own damn business and someone asks you if you sacrifice animals, or if you worship the Devil. Today, Angela and I are tackling some of the most outrageous things we've heard since stepping out of the broom closet. We've got some stories from our fans and we'll sha…

Ever wonder where the decorations really came from? Yep, they're Pagan traditions! We're gonna tell ya what they're used for and why we use them. Angela and I have some updates for you guys, and some really great upcoming events. More importantly, we know this time of year is hard, so if you're struggling, please reach out! Don't hesitate to call t…

Ladies and Gentlemen, class is in session! We're bringing back that old time, Pagan traditions this week. We've received a lot of questions from some Witches who are newly awakening and just discovering their path. So, for those who are starting out, we're talking about the beginner stuff. From Altars and shrines, to Athames and Wands, Casting a Sa…

What's a familiar? What's the difference between a Spirit Animal and a Totem Animal? Well, we're gonna explain it to you today. Angela and I discuss our technical difficulties over the past couple of days, but we persisted and didn't let it stop us from recording this podcast! So, screw you, Mercury in Retrograde!…

This week, my beautiful co-host and I are talking about herbs & stones for protection. We’ll cover some of our tried and true herbs/stones and some that surprised us both. We reflect on Reader and Healer practices that just don’t jive with us, while reiterating ALWAYS TRUST YOUR OWN INTUITION. If you get a bad vibe from a reader or healer, it’s OK …

No, not THAT tool! Get your mind out of the gutter! Today, we're talking about our Magical Tools. We’ve got the information you need (and requested) about cleansing your sacred space. We got you covered with a nice list of which herbs, resins and sticks you can use, how to use it and how NOT to use it. We are preparing for the superbowl of food on …

This week on Those Witches! Podcast, we're talking about Tools of Divination. What is Divination? Well, we've got the answers! We'll talk about Oracle Cards, Tarot Cards, different types of Scrying, casting bones and of course, Pendulums! We've also got the down low on some upcoming local events. This weeks reflections are, ironically ones that we'…

This week, we're finishing up our chapter on the Elements, with Water and Earth. Why are they important? Because without them, you will die. Literally. We're talking about burying our hex boxes, honoring Earth and the many different ways to work with Water. From stones, to herbs, and Gods and Goddesses, we'll tell you who goes where. We're still pu…

We're beginning our discussion on the Elements. This week, Angela is going to talk to us about Fire & Janie's going to cover the Element of Air. We'll spend some time reflecting on the last week, the lessons we learned and what we can do to deal with it and move on. Angela's got an update on her business and I'm so exited for her! Angela's topic ab…

This week on Those Witches, we’re discussing Samhain and honoring those who have passed away. We’ll also talk to you about how we decorate our Ancestral Altars. And since we were already on the subject of death, we’ll talk about the grieving process and how there is no “wrong” way to grieve for a loved one. Our events list is updated, and we’ll get…

The episode that almost never happened! Technical difficulties, be damned...we persisted. Today, Angela visits me, here in Bremerton before her trek to Hecate’s Sickle. That’s right, y’all! My favorite Witch is in the studio (aka, the dining room) with me today, talking about Reiki. What is it? How does it work? Is this shit for real? We’ll also ta…

Today, Angela and I speak with a special guest (Lady Rose). We’ll be talking about living in an area that isn’t Pagan-friendly and how having a great support system can help combat some of the loneliness. We discuss how some schools are still, illegally, indoctrinating students just because it’s considered “the norm”. We’ve got some announcements o…

If you or someone you know is experiencing a suicidal crisis, please call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK This week, Angela and I talk about the stigma that surrounds suicide and mental illness. We’ll discuss the symptoms of PTSD and Anxiety Disorders, and discuss a few of the different kinds of treatments for them. We’ll also tac…

**Proceed with caution, this episode may cause triggers, as it does mention physical and sexual abuse.** The most real and straight up, uncensored episode we’ve ever done. You have been warned. This week, we are talking about the differences between a few of the different “flavors” of Paganism, Wicca & Witchcraft. We’ll also explain the differences…

Today, Angela will open our eyes to the magical world of Hoodoo, an African-American folk beleif that was born in the South Eastern region of the United States. We'll discuss Mojo bags, graveyard dirt and the very dark territory of Goofer Dust. Use all knowledge at your own risk and always practice safe hex! We'll also talk about our rant of the we…

Today, we talk about Empaths. Is being an empatha Blessing or a Curse? Both? We'll answer that questions, along with how to know if you are an empath. How can I sheild myself? What kinds of empaths are there?Av Janie & Angela

My co-host and I introduce ourselves to the world. Who are we? What paths do we follow? How did we meet? All those questions will be answered and we'll even be giving all of our listeners a heads up on some upcoming topics that we'll be discussing on the podcast. Don't forget to join the discussion group on Facebook at Those Witches! Podcast Discus…