Are We Witches?

• Are We Witches...In the Stars?

  This week, Lisa and Sarah investigate the history of astrology and discuss what, if anything, is written in the stars.They track astrology from its ancient origins to modern-day, AI-powered apps, check their own compatibility (will these two ever get married?), and invite us all to learn a little more about ourselves through our birth charts.Whether you're witch-curious or a longtime practitioner, join these only-sometimes-skeptical explorers on their spiritual journey—this time, in the stars.--Citations for Who, What, Witch, Where:Monroe MW. Mesopotamian astrology. Religion Compass. 2019; 13:e12318. https://doi.org/10.1111/rec3.12318https://en.unesco.org/silkroad/content/did-you-know-influence-astrology-science-astronomy-along-silk-roadsAroney, M., & Zeitlyn, D. (2024) Divination, Oracles & Omens. Bodleian Library Publishing, University of Oxford.https://www.britannica.com/topic/astrologyhttps://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/history-of-horoscopeshttps://time.com/5315377/are-zodiac-signs-real-astrology-history/Discussion:https://www.astronomy.com/science/a-scientific-guide-to-the-zodiac-symbols-signs-and-flaws/Show & Spell:https://www.costarastrology.com/--Follow us on instagram at arewewitches and write to us at [email protected] problem you want a magical solution for, please write in for a bit of advice and a magical prescription. It's important we practice as much as possible to get our witchy credentials! We also want to hear how your spells are going, so please write in if you have practiced any magic mentioned in the show.We are new to this community and these practices. All advice, tips and feedback will be gratefully received. After all, it takes a village to raise a witch.Blessings to all those that rate & review (5 stars only, please!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Are We Witches...At Sea?

  Set sail with Lisa Marmur and Sarah Drummond this week as they dive into sea witchcraft.They explore folklore woven throughout history to learn more about sea witches from past to present, Sarah practices a little hydromancy, and they invite us all to invoke the power of the ocean as we cleanse our auras with salt water.Whether you're witch-curious or a longtime practitioner, join these only-sometimes-skeptical explorers on their spiritual journey - this week, on the high seas.--With special thanks this week to Lucya Starza for her Introduction to Scrying Workshop and Amy for being along for the ride, voluntarily or otherwise at this point.For more from Lucya you can visit her websiteCitations for Who, What, Witch, Where:https://www.ancient-origins.net/history-ancient-traditions/untwisting-knotted-history-sea-witches-009512https://www.themousestories.com/ursula-the-sea-witch-between-fairytale-legend-and-myth/https://www.ronelthemythmaker.com/secretive-sea-witches-folklore/https://www.historyhit.com/facts-about-sir-francis-drake/https://www.harbourguides.com/news/THE-ORIGIN-OF-SEA-WITCHEShttps://otherworldlyoracle.com/how-to-be-a-sea-witch/https://www.tragicbeautiful.com/blogs/book-of-spells/what-is-a-sea-witch?srsltid=AfmBOorZryLzfy8Q7hhRT424sAJwNiF2NV_tLGY9u5lD-ct_JQf2qO2Hhttps://www.mabonhouse.co/new-blog/who-is-a-sea-witchhttps://www.centreofexcellence.com/sea-witches-and-spells/--Follow us on instagram at arewewitches and write to us at [email protected] problem you want a magical solution for, please write in for a bit of advice and a magical prescription. It's important we practice as much as possible to get our witchy credentials! We also want to hear how your spells are going, so please write in if you have practiced any magic mentioned in the show.We are new to this community and these practices. All advice, tips and feedback will be gratefully received. After all, it takes a village to raise a witch.Blessings to all those that rate & review (5 stars only, please!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• What's Up, Witches? #1

  In this special episode, Sarah and Lisa step away from their usual format for a mystical check in. They chat about the modalities they’ve been exploring lately, what’s resonating, and the tools they're excited to try next. Is Lisa’s love manifestation spell from Episode 1 finally working its magic? What do Sarah’s tea leaves reveal about her future? Tune in for all the updates, a dreamy listener submission from friend-of-the-pod Monique, and a cozy dose of chit-chat.What’s Up, Witches? episodes will pop into the feed every now and then as a way to take stock of where we are on our witchy journey.Don't forget to check out the tea leaf and tarot pics on Instagram arewewitches and slide into our DMs with your own magical musings! Links:Tarot card meanings from Labyrinthos.co--Follow us on Instagram at arewewitches and write to us at [email protected] problem you want a magical solution for, please write in for a bit of advice and a magical prescription. It's important we practice as much as possible to get our witchy credentials! We also want to hear how your spells are going, so please write in if you have practiced any magic mentioned in the show.We are new to this community and these practices. All advice, tips and feedback will be gratefully received. After all, it takes a village to raise a witch.Blessings to all those that rate & review (5 stars only, please!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Are We Witches... In Our Dreams?

  Join Lisa Marmur and Sarah Drummond this week for an absolute dream of an episode.They explore the links between dreams and spirituality across history and cultures and discuss their thoughts on oneiromancy, Lisa tries to find a way to bring on lucid dreams, and they attempt to answer a listener's questions about the meanings and significance of dreams.Whether you're witch-curious or a longtime practitioner, join these only-sometimes-skeptical explorers on this spiritual journey - this week, on the astral plane.--With special thanks this week to Jenny for writing in to question how we interpret our dreams.LinksDream BibleThis Jungian Life PodcastCitations for Who, What Witch, Where:https://www.britannica.com/topic/dream-sleep-experience/Dreams-as-a-source-of-divinationhttps://friendlystreetwitch.com/2021/06/18/dream-magic-more-than-just-signs/https://kevinlaewing.blogspot.com/2014/11/dreams-that-indicates-witchcraft.html#google_vignette--Follow us on instagram at arewewitches and write to us at [email protected] problem you want a magical solution for, please write in for a bit of advice and a magical prescription. It's important we practice as much as possible to get our witchy credentials! We also want to hear how your spells are going, so please write in if you have practiced any magic mentioned in the show.We are new to this community and these practices. All advice, tips and feedback will be gratefully received. After all, it takes a village to raise a witch.Blessings to all those that rate & review (5 stars only, please!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Are We Witches... In Politics?

  Join Lisa Marmur and Sarah Drummond as they explore the intersection of politics and witchcraft.They discuss how political power has historically clashed with witchcraft, the continuing presence of spirituality and the supernatural in politics today, and how the term "witch hunt" is often misused in modern discourse.Sarah and Lisa also perform their first spell together, calling upon Justice in these challenging times. Plus, they share some listener mail, a theory about the bibliomancy discussed in episode two.--With special thanks this week to Eddie for writing in with her fan theory and Starhawk for her Spell for Justice.LinksStarhawk's spell for justiceCrystals for world healing from Moonrise CrystalsCitations for Who, What Witch, Where:Adolfsson, J., Banik, D., & Dulani, B. (2024). Power, Politics, and the Supernatural: Exploring the Role of Witchcraft Beliefs in Governance for Development. Forum for Development Studies, 51(3), 389-410. LinkFederici, Silvia. Witches, Witch-Hunting, and Women. (1986)Kowalewski, Mary. Witches, Rebels, and Resistance in Modern Witchcraft. Feminist Studies Journal (2017)Matamoros, Cristina Bellan, Meet the witches claiming to fight corruption in Romania with spells and magic, Euro News (2019)Miller, Madeline Cursed: From Circe to Clinton—Why Women Are Cast as Witches The Guardian (2018)Pendle, George. Witchcraft and the Creation of the Modern World. (2000)Purkiss, Diane. The Witch in History: Early Modern and Twentieth-Century Representations. (1996)Vox. Each month, thousands of witches cast a spell against Donald Trump: How the witches of the #MagicResistance rise up against the Trump administration (2017)--Follow us on instagram at arewewitches and write to us at [email protected] problem you want a magical solution for, please write in for a bit of advice and a magical prescription. It's important we practice as much as possible to get our witchy credentials! We also want to hear how your spells are going, so please write in if you have practiced any magic mentioned in the show.We are new to this community and these practices. All advice, tips and feedback will be gratefully received. After all, it takes a village to raise a witch.Blessings to all those that rate & review (5 stars only, please!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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