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Many weeks ago now, I saw an article on Patheos called "Remembering the Witch in Witchcraft" that really took off on social media. John Beckett, a Druid Priest and author in our community, jumped into the conversation and wrote a response blog to that original article (linked in the episode notes) and, well, I was still in a quandary about it all.

And so, I asked him onto the podcast. I respect John and wanted to think this out with him, especially as a Witch from the Deep South (John also has Southern roots). He was more than open to that and the resulting wonderful conversation gave me quite a bit of fodder to think through for the future. It was a chat worth having! Thank you, John.

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Hey Y’all! Shannon (coven student and friend) and I did a deep dive on the origin of all things goddess, what we believe, and slipped (of course) into a conversation about gender fluidity.  So snuggle onto the porch and let’s chat goddess worship!

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I've had done, as my ancestors would say, with the contention that effectual witches should have access to money.  That's not the way the universe works--that's not the way witchcraft works.  Here's my take on that.  Write in and let me know your stance on this? seba@southernfriedwitch.com.

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Hey, y’all: a listener and patron of the podcast wrote in to further ponder the nature of secrets within the Craft, and so I’m doing a deeper dive today. While the line between what secrets we keep and what can be shared can, at times, be murky: there are some situations that are steadfastly dependent upon staying hushed up. Settle in on the porch and let me tell you a story about one that no longer needs secrecy, if my memory will let me. Sometimes, forgetting is part of the deal.

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Y’all, today I’m reading a listener letter about forging connection to Nature from limited spaces, such as apartments in the city and the like. But, also, I wanted to delve further into the idea of Crafting within the in-between spaces of dark and light. It has always been evident to me that these binary concepts (good/evil, black/white) do more harm than good. And so, I’m telling a story about how wholly buying into either of those polarities can throw us horribly off balance. It’s untenable to live that way, and as a Witch, I cannot imagine reducing my Craft to mere bane or glitter.

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Y’all, today I’m reflecting on the inherent inconvenience that occurs when walking a dedicated, deeply Pagan path. From the loss of quick and easy chemicals to sharing the harvest on our little farm with the critters of the woods, I have learned that there is a cost to living this way. It’s horribly inconvenient, from time to time. And it’s worth moment. (A ghostly event occurs between minute 15-16, so be aware if these things frighten you!)

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Hey, y’all! Join me on the porch today for a chat about wards, what they have to do with boundaries, and other practical lessons from our little farm. This land has assuredly given me some valuable lessons, but one of these I wasn’t prepared for: diligent weeding lessens the need for strident warding! As with any other witchcraft lesson, it’s all in the balance—and anything warded up too tight can suffocate vibrant growth. Careful research can often lessen the need for formidable wards, which is a good thing in both the Craft and gardening. After all, if we know the risks, we can make better choices! Snuggle in—this one is a bit long.

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Personally, I don’t mind if there are spots on my roses if it means that I can eat them. Real work often comes at the cost of aesthetics within an authentic witch life—although, the result can end up being downright breathtaking. So snuggle in and let me tell you a story that starts with, as usual, a plant. Ready?

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