The Hearth and Hedge: A Podcast About Life, Books and Witchcraft

Episode 80: The Humble Apple

Hey friends!  Episode 80!  That's nuts.  This episode I talk about the apple and it's mythology, and a little about our friend Johnny Appleseed.  I share a ritual and card pull from Maia Toll's Illustrated Herbiary.  
You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @thehearthandhedge, on my website, www.thehearthandhedge.com, or you can email me at thehearthandhedge@gmail.com.  If you like what you hear, consider leaving me a review!
 
Special thanks to ksbrmusic on fiverr.com for my wonderful intro music, and Michael of L12 Graffix (l12graffix@gmail.com) for my beautiful logo and graphic arts needs.
Production team: Amberle Light

Episode 79: Pagan, Heathen, Wiccan, Witch?

Have you ever struggled to describe your beliefs to yourself or to someone who asked? You would be surprised how many folx share this dilemma.  In this episode I discuss the difference between a few terms used to describe spiritual practice in the modern world.  I go over where the terms originated and how they are used today.
 
In this episode I reference the following articles: 
What is Paganism?; https://www.paganfederation.org/what-is-paganism/ ; 9/17/2023
 
Paganism; https://www.britannica.com/topic/paganism ; 9/17/2023
 
Paganism is on the Rise: Here's where to Discover its Traditions;   https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/where-to-go-to-explore-pagan-culture ; 9/17/2023
 
Asatru, Norse Pagan, or Heathen: Which One is Right for You? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7c8f0gaMJc ; 9/17/2023
Infographic: Wicca, Druidry, Paganism, Asatru, What are They?  https://www.doc.wa.gov/docs/publications/infographics/100-PO047.htm ; 9/17/2023
Wiccans Keep the Faith with a Religion Under Wraps; https://www.nytimes.com/2007/05/16/us/16wiccan.html ; 9/17/2023
 
You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @thehearthandhedge, on my website, www.thehearthandhedge.com, or you can email me at thehearthandhedge@gmail.com.  If you like what you hear, consider leaving me a review!
 
Special thanks to ksbrmusic on fiverr.com for my wonderful intro music, and Michael of L12 Graffix (l12graffix@gmail.com) for my beautiful logo and graphic arts needs.
Production team: Amberle Light and Woodzie Wren
 

Episode 78: Interview with author Raechel Henderson

Hi all!
This week I have a fun chat with author Raechel Henderson.  She has TWO new books on the way, and another baking in her brain.  We discuss a bit about the two coming out, and chat about stitch witchery.  Raechel gives some great insight on how to use magic in your crafts.  She shares some laundry magic too!  Sit back with a nice cup of tea and enjoy this cozy episode.  
You can find Raechel on Instagram and Facebook @idiorythmic.  You can find her fun tabletop RPG here: Coven & Crucible.
You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @thehearthandhedge, on my website, www.thehearthandhedge.com, or you can email me at thehearthandhedge@gmail.com.  If you like what you hear, consider leaving me a review wherever you find your podcasts!
Special thanks to ksbrmusic on fiverr.com for my wonderful intro music, and Michael of L12 Graffix (l12graffix@gmail.com) for my beautiful logo and graphic arts needs.
Production team: Amberle Light

Episode 77: You are not Fingernail

Hey everyone!  On this week's episode I talk about a really great book that you all need to read called Rage Baking by Kathy Gunst and Katherine Alford.  I also discuss body image issues, and share a fun ritual to get you to love yourself a little more.  I share a card pull from Alana Fairchild's White Light Oracle.
You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @thehearthandhedge, on my website, www.thehearthandhedge.com, or you can email me at thehearthandhedge@gmail.com.  If you like what you hear, consider leaving me a review wherever you find your podcasts!
Special thanks to ksbrmusic on fiverr.com for my wonderful intro music, and Michael of L12 Graffix (l12graffix@gmail.com) for my beautiful logo and graphic arts needs.
Production team: Amberle Light

Episode 76: Hanging out with Amy Blackthorn

This week I have an informal session with Amy Blackthorn.  We discuss the spirits of plants, the books she is currently writing, and we have storytime with Amy.  You can find Amy on TikTok @amy_blackthorn_author, and on Instagram @amyblackthornauthor.  Keep an eye out for the TWO books she is currently writing to be released in stores in the near future.
You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @thehearthandhedge, on my website, www.thehearthandhedge.com, or you can email me at thehearthandhedge@gmail.com.  If you like what you hear, consider leaving me a review!
 
Special thanks to ksbrmusic on fiverr.com for my wonderful intro music, and Michael of L12 Graffix (l12graffix@gmail.com) for my beautiful logo and graphic arts needs.
Production team: Amberle Light and Woodzie Wren

Episode 75: Interview with Juno Dawson

On this episode I interview best-selling author Juno Dawson.  Juno and I discuss her most recent novel, the second installment in the HMRC trilogy, The Shadow Cabinet,  banned books, and why she writes witches.  You can find Juno on her website www.junodawson.com, and on Instagram @junodawson.
 
You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @thehearthandhedge, on my website, www.thehearthandhedge.com, or you can email me at thehearthandhedge@gmail.com.  If you like what you hear, consider leaving me a review!
 
Special thanks to ksbrmusic on fiverr.com for my wonderful intro music, and Michael of L12 Graffix (l12graffix@gmail.com) for my beautiful logo and graphic arts needs.
Production team: Amberle Light and Woodzie Wren

Episode 74: Community Engagement

Hey all,
 
On this short episode, I discuss some great ways to use your talents in the community.  I share some charities, and give ideas on how to get involved.
You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @thehearthandhedge, on my website www.thehearthandhedge.com, or you can email me at thehearthandhedge@gmail.com.
Support me and enjoy additional exclusive content on Patreon at www.patreon.com/thehearthandhedge 
If you like what you hear, consider dropping a review wherever you get your podcasts!
Special thanks to ksbrmusic on Fivver.com for my great intro music, and to L12Graffix, www.l12graffix.com, for my beautiful logos and graphic design needs.  
Production team: Amberle Light and Woodzie Wren

Episode 73: Interview with Angela Raincatcher

This episode I interview the hilarious and amazing Angela Raincatcher.  She tells us about the new deck she has created and shares my favorite spell ever!  This is definitely not an episode to miss!

Episode 72: Ketzirah

This episode I chat with Jewish witch Ketzirah.  We talk a little about her practice, being a Jewish witch, and her enchanted stove.  Ketzirah shares a spell and a card pull.
You can find Ketzirah on Instagram @devotaj_arts.
You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @thehearthandhedge, on my website www.thehearthandhedge.com, or you can email me at thehearthandhedge@gmail.com.
Support me and enjoy additional exclusive content on Patreon at www.patreon.com/thehearthandhedge 
If you like what you hear, consider dropping a review wherever you get your podcasts!
Special thanks to ksbrmusic on Fivver.com for my great intro music, and to L12Graffix, www.l12graffix.com, for my beautiful logos and graphic design needs.  
Production team: Amberle Light and Woodzie Wren

Episode 71: Summer of Highly Creative Native

On this episode I interview Summer of Highly Creative Native.  She shares a Cherokee cleansing ritual and a card pull from her favorite deck.
You can fine Summer on Instagram and Facebook @highlycreativenative.
You can find me on Instagram and Facebook @thehearthandhedge, on my website www.thehearthandhedge.com, or you can email me at thehearthandhedge@gmail.com.
Support me and enjoy additional exclusive content on Patreon at www.patreon.com/thehearthandhedge 
If you like what you hear, consider dropping a review wherever you get your podcasts!
Special thanks to ksbrmusic on Fivver.com for my great intro music, and to L12Graffix, www.l12graffix.com, for my beautiful logos and graphic design needs.  
Production team: Amberle Light and Woodzie Wren