The Bell Witch Podcast

Welcome to episode 79 of The Bell Witch Podcast- 'Witching in the 21st Century'Opening poem ‘Glass O Wine’ by ES Poetry 2024. Instagram.com/es.poetry.4uIn this episode Swailes the Friendly Green Witch interviews Jen Romanowski aka Sunshine The Pink Haired Sober Witch, hailing from the USA. Sunshine is a high priestess, healer, and founder of the Sober Witch community. Our guest shares her journey from discovering witchcraft at 16 to overcoming addiction and creating a unique 13-step recovery program for witches. Sunshine discusses the challenges of sobriety within spiritual communities, the importance of supportive spaces, and her vision for The Sovereign Phoenix, a non-profit for witches in recovery. The episode highlights the transformative power of combining witchcraft and sobriety, offering hope, community, and spiritual empowerment."Hi I am Sunshine and I am very f*cking gratefully recovering alcoholic. I am a Psychic Medium, Soul Healer and Spiritual Advisor. I am a DIE hard lover of some deep intensive shadow work. A warrior against fear and limiting beliefs. An eternal optimist that is always able to find the light in the bleakest of moments. I am a lover of powerful emotions. I am an eclectic witch, a practiced magician, and a forever learning alchemist. And all of this is what I bring to you to help you step out of the dark and into your own bright, shining, beautiful light."Find out more about Sunshine here- Sunshine Readings – Psychic Mediumship for Those in RecoveryPodcast created with love and magic by @swailes11.11 of @the_bell_witch_podcast on Instagram.Support the show by subscribing to Patreon for bonus content and early access AD FREE EPISODES The Bell Witch Podcast | Patreon all subscribers are cherished.Proudly part of The Darkcast NetworkTip your witch on paypalme.com/[email protected] AND REVIEWS MEAN THE WORLD AND HELP US INDIES TO GROW. PLEASE RATE AND SHARE. THOSE STARS REALLY DO HELP THE PODCAST TO SHINE!#sober #witchcraft #pagan #alcohol #AA #spiritualityMentioned in this episode:Whimsy Goth London London Goth market in Camden https://thewhimsygothmarket.uk/VE Cosmetics 1“From the shadows of the coven to the lips of the living… VE Cosmetics conjures beauty so good, it must be witchcraft. Vegan. Cruelty-free. For those who walk between worlds. Use code 'bellwitch' to summon your ritual at ve-cosmetics.com.”

Episode 5Happy New Year, here's a ghost story for you!Here is a truly chilling original story about the iconic Jubilee Clock Tower that stands proudly looming over the historic Market Place in Otley. A beautifully told original story narrated by the dark spirit Spindleshanks McScrew of The Yorkshire Ghost Tours Est 2024.Produced by Swailes of The Bell Witch Podcast 2026.Disclaimer- gruesome and foreboding with theme of death- a true horrifying tale. !!https://yorkshireghosttours.com/otley-ghost-tourhttps://www.instagram.com/turnip.fish.theatre/#ghosts #haunting #origanalstory #scary #leeds

Greetings Listener, and welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast. A show to help one to get 'Witching in the 21st Century'This is a spontaneous episode celebrating The Omen Days, where we listen through last years journal pages for the upcoming year 25, and discuss how the Omens were interpried as messages.WHAT ARE THE OMEN DAYS?What if some of the most magical and mystical days of the year have been almost completely forgotten. In the midst of all of the frenetic energy of the holidays, we often dismiss the deepening stillness that is also present. In many different cultures around the world, the twelve day period beginning on December 26th and ending on January 6th is considered the most holy time of the year. The days slip beyond the boundaries of time and hidden knowledge becomes more accessible. Many of us feel that restless sense of being in a liminal space, waiting for both an ending and a new beginning.These 11 days and 12 nights can be found in ancient folklore, noted on medieval liturgical calendars, and in various religious and cultural traditions, including the German tradition of Rauhnächte (the 'rough' or 'magic nights), The Twelve Days of Christmas (marking the coming of the Epiphany), and in the Celtic tradition of The Omen Days. Many of the early celebrations and rituals were an effort to harmonize the gap between the Lunar and Solar calendars. It takes takes 365 days for the moon to go around the sun, and 354 days for the moon to wax and wane 12 times.The Omen Days are an invitation to observe the signs of nature - the bird's calling, the whispers of the wind through the pine trees, the movement or behavior of a rabbit or other animals, etc. - and use it as a divination for the year to come. Each day is a literal omen, a preview of the calendar year ahead. December 26th corresponding to January, December 27th corresponding to February, and so on. The Omen or message received that day relates to it’s corresponding month.https://www.silvercrestsanctuary.com/omen-daysMentioned in this episode:Whimsy Goth London London Goth market in Camden https://thewhimsygothmarket.uk/

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE BELL WITCH PODCAST !In this festive episode of The Bell Witch Podcast, the Swailes and resident Heathen folklore expert Chew explore the Norse roots of Yule and Christmas traditions. They discuss Odin’s role in the Wild Hunt, the parallels between Odin and Santa Claus, and the symbolism of the Yule log and mistletoe. Chew shares personal pagan practices and stories from Viking festivals, while both speakers reflect on the balance of light and darkness during the season. The episode blends myth, humour, and personal experience, offering listeners a lively look at how ancient Norse customs shape modern holiday celebrations.Thank you to Lee of Mind Cake podcast for the festive soundbiteand thank you, dear listener, for choosing to listen to tune in to TBWPStay Magical xxxMentioned in this episode:Merry Christmas from Mindcake VE Cosmetics2 “By bell, by grave, by candle’s flame… beauty is bound, cruelty slain. VE Cosmetics .. vegan, occult, and always witch-crafted. *Whispers* 'bellwitch' at ve-cosmetics.com to claim your power.”

Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast for this special most festive episode to celebrate Yule.In the final Solitary Witch episode of 2025, The Bell Witch Podcast host Swailes explores the pagan roots and folklore behind Christmas tradition of Santa Clause. Delving into Yule, the battle of the Holly and the Oak King, and the evolution of Santa Claus. This episode weaves together stories of ancient rituals, medieval revelry, and modern customs. With personal anecdotes and lively interjections from other speakers, the host highlights the enduring magic, balance, and communal spirit of the season, encouraging listeners to embrace both the history and wonder of Christmas and Yule in their own celebrations.Paganism is the reason for the season!Blessed Yule from me to youAll my Love and MagicSwailes FGW xyou can email Swailes on [email protected] of the Darkcast NetworkPodcast Pals- Mind Cake and Mountain MurdersLINKSResearch Sourceshttps://wiccaacademy.com/the-holly-king-and-the-oak-king/https://www.learnreligions.com/go-a-wassailing-for-yule-2562973https://www.learnreligions.com/the-origins-of-santa-claus-2562993https://haeretico.com/christmas-lord-of-misrule/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santa_ClausHandy Green Man episode link-https://open.spotify.com/episode/1KoBb1t2rAgiwZZyKHQpwG?si=De07LjhjQSqzsCxjIOsKLw#YULE #merrychristmas #folklore #wicca #festive #history #magicMentioned in this episode:VE Cosmetics“From the shadows of the coven to the lips of the living… VE Cosmetics conjures beauty so good, it must be witchcraft. Vegan. Cruelty-free. For those who walk between worlds. Use code [bellwitch] to summon your ritual at ve-cosmetics.com.”