The White Witch Podcast

In this episode of The White Witch Podcast we step into the woods of August to explore two powerful allies of witchcraft, mythology and folklore - Bay and the Wild Boar.

We begin with Bay a plant long associated with prophecy, protection, purification and victory. We explore the many ways Bay can be incorporated into your craft, from cleansing and divination to protection and banishing before following its mythological threads through Circe, Apollo and Daphne and into the sacred world of the Priestesses of Delphi. We also work with Bay practically finishing this section with a simple...

In this episode we explore the gentle yet powerful magic of Chamomile discovering why this humble flower has long been associated with peace, prosperity, protection and emotional healing. We then journey into the folklore of Buddleia, the Butterfly Bush uncovering its symbolism of transformation, resilience and the soul’s continual process of becoming. Article on Buddleia as referenced - https://static.homeopathicbooks.com/files/uploads/Meditative-Provings-Volume-Two-by-Madeline-Evans-Reading-Extract.pdf

Finally I share one of my favourite practices of creating a Self Love Glamour Bowl with a combination of salt, rose, hibiscus, lavender, chamomile, honey and perfume into a simple sp...

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The Buck Moon rises at the height of summer when the forests and fields are alive with abundance and the stag carries his newly grown antlers.

In this month’s Full Moon episode we are exploring the deeper symbolism of the Buck Moon and what this powerful lunar phase invites us to reflect upon. Together we will journey through its folklore, mythology and spiritual meaning discovering why the stag has become such a powerful symbol of renewal, resilience and personal sovereignty.

We will also explore the deities and spirits traditionally connected to...

Join me on today’s episode as we explore the ancient Sumerian goddess Inanna, one of the oldest and most fascinating deities in recorded history. Together we will journey through the myth of her descent into the Underworld, explore her other surviving myths and discover how you can begin working with her in your own spiritual practice and why you may feel called to do so.

We will also discuss what Inanna’s descent can teach us about navigating our own personal underworlds during times of loss, transformation and rebirth. Finally we will delve into her intriguing conn...

Join me for this weeks podcast episode where I am joined once more by the wonderful Timothy Renner - host of the podcast Strange Familiars and author of his new book The Keystone Hagstone - Faeries and Other Mysterious Entities of Pennsylvania.

In this conversation we delve into different types of fae such as the Tommyknockers, banshees, bigfoot and Tims theories on their existence, black dogs, werewolves and so much more. We also talk on dreams and their connection to the faery realm exploring sleep paralysis.

Timothy Renner is an illustrator, author, musician, and paranormal...

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We will look at different ways to honour and work with the energy of the Strawberry Moon, some reflective journaling prompts to help you connect with this moons themes alongside a tarot/oracle spread.

Find my newly released The Book of Tides, a seasonal grimoire that explores the Summer Solstice through a look at the element of water. We begin with the history and traditions of Litha but the heart of this book is devoted...

Please note this is part 2 of Carla's interview.

Today I am joined by Carla from our coven to talk about death, grief, poisonous plants, her craft and a whole lot more in this episode! This is part one as the interview was so long my software couldn't cope with the duration so I have released as a two parter.

Carla Valentine is a qualified Senior Mortuary Technician, and is currently the human remains conservator at Barts Pathology Museum in London. Her career caring for the dead has spanned over 20 years. She is a writer and...

Today I am joined by Carla from our coven to talk about death, grief, poisonous plants, her craft and a whole lot more in this episode! This is part one as the interview was so long my software couldn't cope with the duration so I have released as a two parter.

Carla Valentine is a qualified Senior Mortuary Technician, and is currently the human remains conservator at Barts Pathology Museum in London. Her career caring for the dead has spanned over 20 years. She is a writer and broadcaster, featuring on TV shows such as The Bone Detectives...

Join me on todays episode for a discussion with of my all time favourite YouTubers/Podcasters Sinead Hanna to talk all about the genre of horror.

We talk about early horror interests - think Point Horror books, Ghost Watch and Hammer House of Horror.

Sinead also shares some of her favourite horror reads and movies overall but also for Summerween.

I...

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Join me for a look at some June themed witchcraft, this takes us to the sea with a look at the magickal correspondences, folklore and deities relating to Kelp and Bladderwrack and includes how you might wish to work with both within your practice and why. We then look at different waters, their energy and how and why you might wish to work with them - including marsh water, well water, fountain water, sea, river and lake water, fog, few, ice, rain and hail water and brackish, black and war water and what they are.<...

Join me as we step beneath the rare and mysterious energy of the Blue Moon.

In this episode we explore the folklore, magic, spiritual symbolism and liminal energy surrounding one of the rarest moons within the lunar calendar. Together we journey through the history of the Blue Moon, its connections to manifestation, endings, transformation, heightened intuition and the thinning veil between worlds.

We discuss the Blue Moon through the lens of witchcraft, folk magick, Hoodoo, Wicca and ancient folklore, exploring themes surrounding release work, powerful manifestation, ancestral energy, the fae, the banshee, the Dullahan and...

In today’s episode we descend beneath the tides to explore the world of mermaids — their folklore, symbolism and the magic that surrounds them.

This episode also ties into my current Sea Witch work and upcoming Litha zine The Book of Tides, where we explore mermaids, selkies, water magic, sea folklore and the many sacred forms of magical water used within witchcraft and folk practice.

Over on Patreon this month we descend beneath the tides with our new theme - Sea Witch.

Throughout May we will be exploring the magic of the sea thro...

On this episode we are stepping into the strange, earthy and folkloric energy of May Witchcraft.

We begin with Lily of the Valley after my mum recently gifted one to me for my garden and naturally, I ended up completely falling down the rabbit hole of its folklore and magical associations. Together we explore the flowers connections to faery folklore, protection, divination, springtime traditions, connected deities, old Christian symbolism, weddings, luck, death omens and the return of happiness. Despite its delicate appearance Lily of the Valley carries an incredibly liminal energy and has long been associated with...

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In this episode we explore the energy of the Flower Moon — a time of growth and fertility.

This full moon is deeply connected to the fertile pulse of the Earth, making it a powerful point in the lunar cycle for both manifestation and inner expansion. We look at how to work with this energy in a way that feels supportive and aligned rather than overwhelming.

Inside this episode I share -

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In this episode we look at Witch’s Salt, one of the most ancient, powerful and accessible tools in magickal practice.

We explore the many forms salt can take, from sea salt and Himalayan pink salt to black salt, kosher salt and beyond. Looking at how each can be worked with in spellcraft, ritual and everyday magick including how to create your own black salt, a potent protective blend rooted in folk tradition.

We journey through the sacred history of salt across different religions and cultures, uncovering its role in ritual, pu...

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On this episode we are looking at two different flowers you could work with that are perfect to plant during this month - cornflowers and hollyhocks.

Hollyhock stands at the edges of the home, a traditional guardian of thresholds. It carries the energy of protection and abundance.

Cornflower carries the magic of intuition, clarity and inner sight. Its vivid blue has long been linked to the third eye supporting divination and deeper perception.

In Slavic folklore we meet Habernitsa, the Cornflower Wraith. A noon spirit said to dwell in...

March Witchcraft - Badger Medicine, Brigantia & Goblin Coombe

In this March episode we explore the spiritual symbolism of the badger and its place within witchcraft, folklore and the awakening energies of early spring.

We begin by looking at the difference between power animals, spirit animals and totem animals exploring how animals can appear within magical practice as guides, protectors and reflections of our own inner nature.

The badger carries strong spiritual themes of earth magic, resilience, protection and boundaries. As an animal that lives beneath the soil in deep underground setts it has...

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In this episode I’m joined by astrologer Rebecca Lovatt to explore how our birth charts can act as maps of potential energy, helping us understand ourselves more deeply and move through life with greater awareness.

Rather than seeing astrology as prediction or fate, Rebecca speaks about the birth chart as a language of timing and personal design — a framework that can help us recognise our natural rhythms, strengths and challenges.

We also explore how planetary transits can act as triggers for growth, healing and self-reflection. When understood consciously these periods can...

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In this episode, I’m joined by Molly Donlan, author of Mundane Magick and host of the Demystifying Magic podcast for a conversation that bridges science, psychology and practical witchcraft.

We explore how magic does not sit in opposition to science but can be understood through psychological, neurological and behavioural frameworks.

Molly shares how her own magical practice transformed her mental health and why ritual can be particularly supportive for neurodiverse minds especially when it comes to task initiation, executive function and reducing resistance to everyday life.

This is a...

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Often referred to as the Mother Plant it has become one of the most sought after spiritual experiences in the modern world. Roman’s work invites us to look beyond the visions, beyond the mysticism and into something far more important - integration, nervous system safety, humility and sovereignty.

Together we explore why peak mystical experiences are not the same as embodied transformation, the difference between insight and real, li...

In this episode, we meet Morana, the Slavic goddess of winter, death and necessary endings. She governs the season when the land grows quiet, when the sun weakens and when life turns inward. In traditional belief, winter marked a descent toward Nav the realm of the dead and Morana presided over this liminal threshold.

We explore her role in rites including the burning or drowning of her effigy to symbolically release winter and welcome renewal. We also look at her deeper associations with dark waters, rivers and crossings — spaces long understood as boundaries between worlds. As a go...

Honoured to have had the chance to interview Liza Frank for this episode, the author of the book Household Lore - Folklore, Traditions and Remedies for every room in your home. Find Liza here - https://liza-frank.com/

https://www.instagram.com/lilithepunk/?hl=en

Stove Goblin episode of Unexplained referenced - https://www.unexplainedpodcast.com/episodes/2025/12/19/season-09-episode-07-the-stove-goblin

February in The Hedge & Hollow on Patreon - Join me for The Temple - an embodied, devotional arc focused on returning to the body as sacred ground - through ritual, meditation and lived p...

Join me for our January Witchcraft episode where we will be looking at the year of the horse and its many themes which begins middle of February. This had me thinking on the mythical creature the unicorn, this is a deep dive into their magic, mythology and religious symbolism and how you can work with their energy.

We also look at the herb mallow and how and why you might wish to work with it in your practice.

Our book review is Imbolc - Traditional Magic, Recipes and Tales of Saint Brigids Day by Wyrd...

Join me for a Wolf Full Moon workshop where we look at this full moons many different names, themes, self care during the wolf full moon, the wolf you feed, wolf moon magick, spell work, tarot spreads, shadow work, journal prompts, prayers and affirmations.

Shamanic playlist referenced - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2SbozUwLzchUU3JNh4hk37?si=7fd228e7ef4c475b

Find my new House witch boxes on my Etsy store The White Witch Company - ideal for New Year house cleanses, first of the month rituals, full or new moon rituals or as...

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This episode has been one of my favourites to research and was something I discovered last month whilst working on the Angels theme for my Patreon, The Hedge & Hollow.

In this episode I explore The Book of Raziel where language, timing, planets, angels and intention were understood as part of a single living system.

We look at the idea of words as vibration, sacred names and why the Hebrew letters were treated as energetic forces rather than symbols. I talk about how this tradition connects to the 72 Names of God, spell...

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In today’s episode we journey through December folklore, peeling back the Christian veils to reveal the older stranger magic beneath.

From there, we descend into the symbolism of the sickle — a tool of harvest, severing and fate. We explore its mythic lineage through Morana, Mokosh, Cronus, Saturn, the Grim Reaper and the Druidic priesthood. You will...

On today’s episode I am joined by Brianna — known online as The Grey Witch — a Romany witch whose craft is rooted deeply in old-world folk magic, land-based practice, and ancestral tradition. Brianna is one of the most authentic witches I have ever had the honour of speaking with. Her connection to the land is fierce and lifelong, and she approaches every aspect of her craft with honesty, integrity and devotion. She does not shy away from difficult conversations, and her willingness to share even a glimpse into her lineage feels incredibly sacred.

We begin by exploring how Br...

In today’s episode I’m joined by the incredible Kurtis Lee Thomas, Founder of the Breathwork Detox modality — a transformative breathwork system that’s been featured on The Today Show and used by some of the world’s biggest organisations.

Kurtis has brought his breathwork method into spaces like Nike, NASA, Fortune 500 companies, elite athletic teams and a long list of celebrities and high-performers. His work speaks for itself — the impact, the results, and the rapid transformation this modality creates are truly remarkable.

In this conversation we explore -

Ivy, Winter Witchcraft & The Discipline Spell

From there, we move into the heart of herbal magic, looking at how to use herb blends in spellwork, ritual, energy cleansing, and winter-focused practices.

Next we descend into the witch’s winter arc, exploring why the dark...

Join me for a Samhain meditation. Set some time aside if and when you can and see what messages might come through as we enter the cave. You may wish to log in your book of shadows or journal anything that might come up.

Blessed Samhain my loves. May your hearth be warm and your spirits near.

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OCTOBER ON PATREON - WHISPERS AT THE VEIL

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Gather by the fire, witches — in this hauntingly cosy episode me and Misty of Spiritual Routes podcast share chilling encounters and listener tales from beyond the veil. Are you ready? Then we shall begin......

Find Mistys Spiritual Routes Podcast here - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/spiritual-routes-podcast/id1840968872

Find Misty on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/spiritualroutespodcast/

If you have ghost stories you would like to share for our Yule episode please email them to me - carly@thewhitewitchcompany.co.uk

Blessed Samhain my loves. May your hearth be wa...

Gather by the fire, witches — in this hauntingly cosy episode me and Misty of Spiritual Routes podcast share chilling encounters and listener tales from beyond the veil. Are you ready? Then we shall begin......

Find Mistys Spiritual Routes Podcast here - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/spiritual-routes-podcast/id1840968872

Find Misty on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/spiritualroutespodcast/

If you have ghost stories you would like to share for our Yule episode please email them to me - carly@thewhitewitchcompany.co.uk

Blessed Samhain my loves. May your hearth be wa...

In our second Samhain Witch Week episode we return to Primrose Hill’s cottage. Where the hearth glows golden against the gathering dark and the scent of spice, smoke and apple fills the air. Join us as Primrose prepares for The Witch’s New Year— a time of endings, beginnings and sacred remembrance.

Together we step into the stillness of the Dumb Supper, a silent meal shared with the spirits of our beloved dead — learning how to host your own and weave this timeless rite of communion into your Samhain celebrations.

Alongside the supper we will exp...

Fae, Ghosts, Ancestry & Old Cornish Magic 

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Join me for episode one of Witch Week for Samhain.  

On this episode I am joined by the wonderful Freyja, The Corn(ish) Witch, for a deeply magical conversation exploring the folklore, spirits, and ancestral traditions of Cornwall — where the veil between worlds seems to shimmer a little closer to the skin. 

Together we wander through -  

How Freyja will be celebrating Samhain and honouring her ancestors. 

Her own ghost and fae encounters, and what they’ve taught her ab...

In this episode we explore one of the most beloved star myths in history — The Pleiades, the Seven Sisters who shimmer in the night sky and in stories told across the world.

From their ancient Greek origins as the daughters of Atlas and Pleione, to the legends of the Kiowa, Aboriginal Yunggarmurra, and Hindu Krittika, we trace how cultures across time have seen these same seven stars and found within them tales of love, transformation, and divine light.

You will hear how Zeus placed them in the heavens to protect them from Orion’s pursuit, why one s...

Merlin – The Wild Prophet, The Magician of Britain

In his episode we wander into the mists of ancient Britain to meet the many faces of Merlin – prophet, madman, shaman and wizard.

We will look at how his myth weaves through Welsh, Scottish and Romano-British lore -

Myrddin Wyllt — the Wild Man and Prophet of the Caledonian Forest.

Lailoken — the mad seer who fled into the greenwood after killing kin in the fog of war.

Merlin Ambrosius — the fusion of Celtic shaman and Roman sage, born from the pen of Geoffrey o...

The veil is thinning, the air is scented with myrrh and our magic turns towards the ancient and unseen. This weeks episode is steeped in old-world witchcraft and necromantic lore.

In this episode we will be looking at -

Myrrh - tracing its sacred lineage through Egypt, Greece and Kabbalistic rites, and how to weave it into your craft for purification, spirit work and its many other magickal associations.

The Bat as a Spirit Animal - exploring its shadow medicine and deep ties to witches

Creating a Money Bowl - A...

In this episode of The White Witch Podcast we journey into the mysteries of Memento Mori — the timeless reminder of mortality — and explore how death, transformation and rebirth weave through witchcraft and esoteric traditions. In this episode I share -

The meaning and history of memento mori.

The Haliorunna and necromantic wisdom of the witch’s path.

The story of Hiram Abif and the Masonic initiation of death and resurrection.

How Alexandrian and Gardnerian covens use death-and-rebirth initiation rites.

The echoes of these mysteries in Hermetic and Rosicrucian traditions.

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Witches have always known there is something otherworldly about mushrooms.

They rise overnight, glowing in the damp dark, growing in rings that open into portals. They are death and rebirth embodied — feeding on decay to bring new life.

In this episode we step into the mushroom circle together…

We wander into the fairy folklore of toadstools and fae-rings.

We explore the mysteries of Amanita Muscaria, the red-capped witch’s mushroom.

We uncover how the Maya, Aztecs and Egyptians revered mushrooms in their magick and rites.

We dive into h...