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Metal Magick with Sam "Bo" Thompson
This week, we talk to blacksmith, metal magician, Priest of the Morrigan, and author of the book 'Metal Never ...
00:31:41
June 01, 2023
Cultivating Equanimity
This short guided meditation focuses on cultivating evenness, calm, and balance regardless of the external circums...
00:10:34
May 30, 2023
Self-Care
Let's talk about self-care as an act of spiritual hygiene. Additional Resources: https://middleagedwitch.com/...
00:18:27
May 25, 2023
Meditation: Six Minutes to Self-Compass...
This six-minute pause is an opportunity to connect with the Self and to offer some much needed compassion and unde...
00:06:04
May 23, 2023
High Magick
This week, we discuss the merits of High Magick. Resources:  “High Magick” by Damien Echols - https://a.co...
00:20:11
May 18, 2023
Meditation: Alleviate Stress with Three...
This full-body relaxation meditation is meant to bring mindfulness to negative thoughts. --- Support this podca...
00:14:03
May 16, 2023
Godspousing
This week, we talk about godspousing, or the practice of a mortal entering into marriage with a god. Additional r...
00:21:06
May 11, 2023
Energetic Healing
This week we look at different healing modalities, including Reiki, sound healing, and Earthing. Additional Reso...
00:19:49
May 04, 2023
Venus Placements
Continuing where we left off last week, we take a deep dive into our Venus placements and discover how this can ef...
00:24:20
April 27, 2023
Mercury Placements
This week, we take a look at our Mercury placements and find out how they inform the way we communicate, make deci...
00:21:35
April 20, 2023
Witchcraft in the Workplace
This week, we talk about three powerful spells we can use for improving our professional life, including a bonus s...
00:23:20
April 13, 2023
Flower Magick
This week, we talk about how to use flowers to enhance our practice and support our intentions. We also discuss ho...
00:20:10
April 06, 2023
Sacred Geometry
This week, we look at Sacred Geometry. We talk about what it is, what these shapes mean, and how we can use them t...
00:18:40
March 30, 2023
The Akashic Records
This week, we explore the Akashic Records, and talk about how we can access them for ourselves to learn more about...
00:18:40
March 23, 2023
Celtic Tree Calendar
This week, we talk about Celtic Tree astrology, the Ogham alphabet and how we can use it for divination, and read ...
00:20:22
March 16, 2023
Ostara 2023
It's time to start planning for those Ostara celebrations! We also uncover the forgotten history of the goddess An...
00:18:13
March 09, 2023
Thoughtforms and Servitors
This week, we dip our toes into Chaos magick and explore the concept of thoughtforms. Book recommendations: Conde...
00:20:31
March 02, 2023
Past Lives & Reincarnation
This week, we take questions about cleansing the home, and we explore past lives and reincarnation. Join the Midd...
00:17:26
February 23, 2023
Witchcraft For Kids
This week we talk about ways to make the craft accessible for older kids and teens.  Join the Middle-Aged Wi...
00:18:58
February 16, 2023
Sex Magick
Let's talk about sex and how to use it to manifest our desires, either alone or with a partner. --- Support thi...
00:17:53
February 09, 2023
Handfasting
We ring in the month of February with a look at the Pagan practice of handfasting! --- Support this podcast: ht...
00:17:39
February 02, 2023
Cord and Knot Magick
This week , we talk about cord and knot magick, the logistics of using one poppet to represent several people, and...
00:17:50
January 26, 2023
Healing Magick
Today we talk about healing magick, and we answer a question about how to deal with a nasty boss. --- Support t...
00:24:18
January 19, 2023
Grimoires
We kick this episode off with a question about spell jars before jumping into the topic of grimoires and witches' ...
00:19:36
January 12, 2023
January Magick Forecast
This week, we look ahead to the astrological aspects of the coming month to help us understand how they can intera...
00:19:25
January 05, 2023
Liminal Magick
Liminal spaces are powerful portals for magick. This week, we look deep into the thresholds that surround us to le...
00:21:09
December 29, 2022
New Year Magick 2022
This week we get a head start on our grimoires and talk about what to do with all those ashes. --- Support this...
00:16:58
December 22, 2022
Yule 2022
Blessed Yule! This week we explore German rituals surrounding the Yule season, and we also talk about how those th...
00:17:39
December 15, 2022
Hedgewitchery
This week, we go hedge riding to discover what it means to be a hedge witch, and how to use this craft to enrich o...
00:19:09
December 08, 2022
Casting Magick Circles
This week, we talk about the ins and outs of casting a magick circle, how and when to cast them, what materials ar...
00:19:27
December 01, 2022
Abundance Magick
This week, we talk about how we can attract more abundance in our lives. --- Support this podcast: https://podc...
00:18:01
November 24, 2022
Energy Vampires
This week we talk about energy vampires, how to recognize them and how to protect against them. --- Support thi...
00:22:02
November 17, 2022
Broom Magick
This week, we talk about the simple and powerful broom and its place in witchcraft. --- Support this podcast: h...
00:19:04
November 10, 2022
Severing Bonds & Reversal Magick
This week, we learn to do a cord-cutting ritual. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod...
00:23:26
November 03, 2022
Auras
This week we talk about how to see, feel, and protect our auras. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.s...
00:26:59
October 27, 2022
Samhain 2022 and Crone Season
This week we talk about Samhain. We also answer a listener question about weight loss spells, and learn to listen ...
00:23:00
October 20, 2022
Spell Jars & Mojo Bags
We talk about container spells! Spell jars, mojo bags, witch bottles, and how to get the most magick from them. We...
00:24:41
October 13, 2022
Poppets and Doll Magick
This week, we talk about all the different applications for poppets in witchcraft. --- Support this podcast: h...
00:24:37
October 06, 2022
Reading Tea Leaves
Reading tea leaves, or tasseomancy, is a time-honored method of divination that anyone can do, and everyone should...
00:24:17
September 29, 2022
Mirror Work
Mirror work is so important to us as witches. This work helps us to confront and acknowledge all those aspects of ...
00:22:32
September 22, 2022
Autumn Equinox/Mabon 2022
Let's celebrate autumn! We talk about the Autumn Equinox, different ways to observe and celebrate, and we also wor...
00:19:18
September 15, 2022
Hekate
This week we learn about the triple goddess Hekate, her influences, and how to approach her. We also hear from a w...
00:20:57
September 08, 2022
Veiling
We're talking about two different kinds of veils on the podcast today! First, we will hear from a witch who's deal...
00:22:15
September 01, 2022
Astral Travel
This week, we talk about astral travel, meddling magickally in other people's love lives, and find out exactly whi...
00:22:28
August 25, 2022
Cooking with Magick
There's more to Kitchen Witchcraft than rosemary! This week, we talk about the magickal correspondences of fruits,...
00:20:18
August 18, 2022
Numerology
This is the Anniversary episode of the Middle-Aged Witch podcast, and we dive into the deep waters of Numerology t...
00:30:17
August 11, 2022
Amulets and Charms
This week we learn about amulets and charms, what they are, how to make them, and how to use them. We also address...
00:27:04
August 04, 2022
Lughnasadh/Lammas
Let's talk about Lughnasadh, the first of the three pagan harvest festivals. Today, we go through the history and ...
00:18:20
July 28, 2022
Cauldron Magick
What's brewing in your cauldron? This week we discuss the myriad ways to incorporate cauldron magick into our prac...
00:24:34
July 21, 2022
Reading Signs
Is it just an owl, or a sign from the universe? We break it all down today on this episode, from the meanings of a...
00:21:00
July 14, 2022
Folk Magick
We are going to look deep into our roots and find common elements of practical folk magick that we can incorporate...
00:20:55
July 07, 2022
Scripting
This episode is for witches who struggle with visualization, or who feel that their intentions aren't manifesting ...
00:20:17
June 30, 2022
Intuitive Magick
In honor of Cancer season, and in anticipation of the New Moon in Cancer next Tuesday, we are going to spend this ...
00:20:18
June 23, 2022
Q&A with Eli
This week, we read questions from listeners that cover everything from how many spells a witch should cast in a da...
00:22:32
June 16, 2022
Litha
It's time for some solstice magick! Let's talk about the major magickal opportunities that Litha provides, as well...
00:22:48
June 09, 2022
June Magick
There's a lot happening this month! Mercury stations direct, while Saturn and Neptune go retrograde. We will also ...
00:21:39
June 02, 2022
Anointing Oils
This week, we go in depth about the process of making infused anointing oils for different intentions, from start ...
00:25:54
May 26, 2022
Meditation
This week, we turn to meditation as we continue to try to ease through Mercury Retrograde. We talk about what it i...
00:20:52
May 19, 2022
Shadow Work
Shadow work can be difficult and uncomfortable, but it's crucial to understanding ourselves as complete individual...
00:26:22
May 12, 2022
Altars
This week, we talk all about Altars. We cover altar placement, different altar tools and their ritual purposes, an...
00:25:37
May 05, 2022
Beltane
This week we talk about Beltane, the history and traditions of this beautiful Sabbat, as well as its correspondenc...
00:24:36
April 28, 2022
Spellcasting
This week we are going back to the beginning to talk about the planning, construction, and execution of spells. We...
00:29:33
April 21, 2022
Garden Magick
This week we explore how every witch can use the power of garden magic in different ways to make the most of its v...
00:22:11
April 14, 2022
Birth Chart Series Part III: Rising Sig...
As we go deeper into natal charts, we learn how our Rising Signs affect our personalities and behaviors, and how t...
00:25:36
April 07, 2022
Dream Magic
In the final episode of March, we discuss Dream Magic, what it is, how to do it, and how to protect ourselves whil...
00:28:44
March 31, 2022
Birth Chart Series Pt. 2: Moon Signs
This week, we tackle moon signs. We explore how the moon interacts with each Zodiac sign, how our moon sign affect...
00:36:38
March 24, 2022
Ostara
This week we embrace the new season and celebrate everything there is to love about Spring. We consider deities we...
00:22:33
March 17, 2022
Birth Chart Series pt. 1: Sun Signs
In part one of the Birth Chart series, we learn the Sun Signs inside and out. We also talk about what it means to ...
00:39:30
March 10, 2022
Witchcraft for Kids
Let's talk about ways to incorporate our families and children into our daily practice. We cover ideas for little ...
00:23:15
March 03, 2022
Deity Magick
This week, we talk about what it takes to put a little extra power in your magick by incorporating gods and goddes...
00:18:55
February 24, 2022
Crystal Magick
This week, we talk about crystals, stones, minerals, and metals. We discuss how to best use them to our advantage,...
00:22:23
February 17, 2022
Love Magick
This week, we talk about Love Magick! We discuss magickal ways to spice things up and create stronger bonds with o...
00:18:57
February 10, 2022
Tarot
Tarot is a powerful tool for divination, introspection, and self-actualization, but it's shrouded in unnecessary m...
00:25:05
February 03, 2022
Imbolc
The first sabbat of the calendar year begins February 1. We will talk about the history and origins of this unsung...
00:21:48
January 27, 2022
Foraging
This week, we go back to witchcraft basics and talk about how to forage different natural materials for use in spe...
00:26:15
January 20, 2022
Moon Magick
This week, we talk about how we can harness the power of the Moon in all her phases to enhance our spellwork and k...
00:24:39
January 13, 2022
Retrogrades
Mercury isn't the only planet that goes retrograde! In this episode, we talk about what it means for us when the d...
00:20:49
January 06, 2022
Sigils
In the final episode of 2021, we talk about how to create, design, and charge one-of-a-kind sigils, and how to use...
00:17:31
December 30, 2021
Interacting with the Fae
This episode covers how, where, and why you might want to meet and cultivate a relationship with the Fair Folk. We...
00:28:17
December 23, 2021
Spirit Guides
In this episode, we talk about different ways of contacting Spirit Guides, what to do once we've got their attenti...
00:23:04
December 16, 2021
Yule/Winter Solstice
It's the most wonderful time of the year! Let's talk about the origins of Yule, fun Yule traditions, and thoughtfu...
00:20:18
December 09, 2021
Divination
Tarot, astrology, runes, crystal balls, and more. Divination goes with witchcraft like peanut butter goes with jel...
00:24:54
December 02, 2021
Ask the Middle-Aged Witch
This episode is back-to-back listener questions! We get to the bottom of your questions about Ouija boards, ritual...
00:25:25
November 25, 2021
Manifestation & Abundance Magick
Abundance and manifestation have become witchcraft buzzwords in recent years, and we are going to talk about what ...
00:20:08
November 18, 2021
Kitchen Witchery
Kitchen witchcraft is some of the most common magick a witch will perform, and it can have some of the most profou...
00:16:08
November 11, 2021
Familiars
What is a familiar? Where do I find them? How can I use a familiar? Is my pet a familiar? How can I know for sure?...
00:17:02
November 04, 2021
Samhain & Ancestor Work
Dive into the deep, still waters of Samhain. We discuss ways to connect with ancestors and spirit guides, traditio...
00:17:35
October 28, 2021
Baneful Magick
Most witches will never need to hex anyone. But for those times when the situation really calls for it, here's wha...
00:16:36
October 21, 2021
Protection Magick
Clear, concise information about how to protect yourself from unwanted energies, spirit activity, or general bad m...
00:18:00
October 14, 2021
Hauntings
Is it just a shadow? Or is it a shadow figure? How do you know when you're just seeing things, or when you're SEEI...
00:19:56
October 07, 2021
Magical Misconceptions
"Can I buy my own tarot deck?" "Does magic come with a price?" "A real witch would never..." We talk about all thi...
00:17:30
September 30, 2021
Herbs & Plant Magick
Let's talk about herbs, plant magick, which herbs to add to your witchy apothecary, and why rosemary isn't exactly...
00:18:31
September 23, 2021
Autumn Equinox/Mabon
What's the difference between Autumn Equinox and Mabon really? What does it mean? How can we celebrate? Let's dive...
00:15:38
September 16, 2021
Earth Magick
Let's talk about Earth Magick! Including prosperity and abundance magick, health and wellness spells, protection m...
00:18:13
September 09, 2021
Water Magick
Moon water, river magick, ritual baths, and a lot more. We talk regret, honoring water spirits, and being bold in ...
00:17:52
September 02, 2021
Fire Magick
Break out the cayenne and cinnamon and fire up those cauldrons, witches. It's time for some Fire Magick. --- Su...
00:18:11
August 26, 2021
Air Magick
Everything you never wanted to know about Air Magick, incense, smoke cleansing, spell powders, wish paper, and mor...
00:17:09
August 19, 2021
Spell Work
Dust off that cauldron and scrape the labels off your old pickle jars! This is a primer on spellwork from a season...
00:22:24
August 12, 2021