Sharing our journey as witches, practice, ritual, spell work, and how to transform yourself and your life through Magick. Both Kristal & Kate have a passion to bring Witchcraft out into the open. Allow a place where listeners, practitioners and the curious can come together in magick. We will discuss our own practice, practical witchcraft tips, putting knowledge to practice and just generally doing witchy shit out in the open. Let's do Witchy Shit!
…
continue reading

1
Episode 33: Planetary Magic: Harnessing Celestial Power in Your Spells
52:25
52:25
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
52:25Send us a text In this episode, Kristal and Kate discuss planetary magick, geeking out on planetary hours and the correspondences of each planet. They provide an overview of planetary associations, describe calculating planetary hours, and dish on crafting spellwork that incorporates planetary gifts. Developing a relationship with each planet can e…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 32: Sigil Magic: Crafting Symbols of Power
35:48
35:48
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:48Send us a text In this episode, Kristal and Kate discuss making and using sigils. A sigil is a symbol or image that uses letters or pictographs to represent a spell or intention. Once activated, sigils influence the subconscious, subtly maneuvering us toward our desire. The structure for creating a sigil can be very personalized and varied. Kristal…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 31: Moonlight Fades: Harnessing the Waning Phase for Deep Magick
42:47
42:47
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
42:47Send us a text In this episode, Kristal and Kate explore the waning moon, which when the moon transitions from full to dark. This half of the moon cycle is a great time to practice reflection and release, moving more inward, which is an invitation to do shadow work to make room for new attitudes, patterns, items and relationships. At the very least…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 30: Poppet Magic: Stitching Spells with Intention
39:08
39:08
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:08Send us a text Poppet magick is an ancient form of sympathetic magic that, contrary to pop culture, has largely been used to aid and bless a subject. A poppet can also represent a spirit meant to serve a purpose. Kristal and Kate unpack this practical tool, exploring the history, materials to use, incantations for animation, and intentions to give …
…
continue reading

1
Episode 29: Spellcasting 101: Types, Timing & Techniques
43:50
43:50
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:50Send us a text Kristal and Kate go back to basics with spellcasting 101. They chat about using intention, getting your ingredients, following the pyramid checklist, incorporating the elements and writing your spells. They cover candle spells, poppets, petition spells, and potions. They discuss how to choose the timing of a spell working; often the …
…
continue reading

1
Episode 28: Eclipse Magick: Transformation, Rituals & Energies
25:18
25:18
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
25:18Send us a text In this episode of Witching Out Loud, hosts Kristal Thomas and Kate Millward delve into the fascinating world of eclipse portals, exploring their significance in magic and spirituality. They discuss the energetic nature of eclipses, the importance of preparation and intention, and the transformative power of these celestial events. T…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 27: The Wheel Turns: Embracing Ostara’s Energy in Your Practice
36:51
36:51
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
36:51Send us a text Kristal and Kate unpack Ostara, a relatively modern pagan holiday. They discuss the etymology of the word ‘ostara’ and its relationship to various European cultures and calendars. Originally, Ostara was observed in April but the celebration of Ostara is a rather nebulous season of spring, generally. They share symbols, associations a…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 26: Divine Connections: Navigating the world of Deities and Spirit Allies
48:39
48:39
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
48:39Send us a text Kristal and Kate chat about who you can meet in the Otherworld when you begin working with Beings. They discuss malevolent beings, ancestors, protectors, temporary guides, joy guides, runner guides, allies and elementals. They explore the difference between spirits, beings and deities, the value of animism in a witchy practice and sh…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 25: Magick in Bloom: A Witch's Guide to Gardening
41:11
41:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
41:11Send us a text Kristal and Kate discuss gardening and its connection to magical practices, including the benefits of various herbs and the relevance of celestial cycles in gardening. They also share their gardening practices, beliefs, and experiences, emphasizing the importance of nurturing plants and the symbolism behind their gardening practices.…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 24: Facing the Darkness: Using Magick to Overcome Trauma
50:55
50:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:55Send us a text Kristal and Kate delve into trauma, its science and the magical practices that can support one’s recovery. They explore ACE scores, the predicting brain and its connection with the nervous system as well as trauma’s relationship to the various levels of Self. They share techniques, spells and rituals for easing pain and building resi…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 23: Love Spells and Enchantments: The Magic of the Heart
1:00:53
1:00:53
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:53Send us a text Kristal and Kate discuss love spells and enchantments. They cover ethics and warnings around using love magic, as well as methods for attracting love and cultivating self-love. Love doesn’t have to mean just romantic relationships; Kristal and Kate also emphasize the importance of self-love and the potential for friendship to be the …
…
continue reading

1
Episode 22: Crafting Spell Bottles: Setting Intentions with Power
38:51
38:51
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
38:51Send us a text In this episode, Kristal and Kate discuss the concept of spell bottles or witch's bottles, their use in witchcraft, and the creation of jar spells for various intentions. They also explore the potential risks and outcomes of love spells, the importance of self-love and self-care, and the role of spells and intentions in attracting de…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 21: New Moon Energy: Embrace the Darkness Create the Light
37:03
37:03
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
37:03Send us a text In this episode, we dig into the new moon phase; the phase of intention. This is a great time to plan ahead, consult, set intentions and dream. Kristal and Kate get more detailed discussing the science and magic of the dark and new moons and the magic that’s appropriate for that first week of the lunar month. Links to all our social …
…
continue reading

1
Episode 20: The Witches Pyramid and the Four Pillars of Magic
32:08
32:08
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
32:08Send us a text In this episode, we explore the Witch’s Pyramid: to know, to dare, to will and to keep silence (and sometimes, to go). The Witch’s Pyramid creates a structure for magical practice, like a checklist to make sure all components are incorporated in a working. Kristal shares the teachings of this philosophy and their application for witc…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 19: Power of Purpose: The Art of Setting Intentions
43:26
43:26
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:26Send us a text In this episode, we explore the art of setting intentions, which is not the same as setting goals. Intention setting is clearly stating what you want to experience and achieve through your actions. We outline the nine steps for setting intentions–starting with understanding your ‘why’--and explore the ways our desires shape the quali…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 18: Voices Beyond: The Art and Magic of Channeling
51:46
51:46
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
51:46Send us a text In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of channeling. Channeling is the process of connecting with spirits, guides, or non-physical entities, it is both a skill and a journey. Our discussion uncovers its intricacies, challenges, and the transformative impact it can have on the channeler. What You’ll Learn in This Ep…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 17: Enchanting Your Enterprise: Bringing Magick into Your Business
46:53
46:53
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:53Send us a text In this episode, Kate and Kristal discuss their respective businesses and day jobs. Both emphasize the importance of finding fulfilling work and incorporating magic into their businesses. They also discuss the use of rituals and incantations to prepare for client interactions and to cleanse and clear their energy after each session. …
…
continue reading
Send us a text Are you looking for a witchy book club for 2025? Witching Out Loud will be reading The Creative Alchemy Cycle by Sarah Greenman, who is supporting readers with fun book club swag and an author Q&A. Meetings will be virtual. The book releases December 21st and is available now for pre-order. This is a year-long journey that will deepe…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 16: Healing Brews: Magic and Remedies for Cold & Flu Season
45:27
45:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
45:27Send us a text In this episode, Kristal and Kate discuss the importance of healing and wellness. They explore the ancient roots of healer women and the various types of healing available. They also discuss the role of prayer and the connection between the elements and healing. They cover various techniques for healing and energy work and discuss th…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 15: Five-Pointed Power: The Mystical Uses of Pentagrams and Pentacles
36:21
36:21
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
36:21Send us a text Episode 15: Five-Pointed Power: The Mystical Uses of Pentagrams and Pentacles Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate unpack the power and uses of five starred shapes: pentagrams and pentacles. Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-3:20) The 11th Book of the Golden Ass by Apuleius - The Vision of Isis Kate talks about the history of…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 14: Ancestral Rhythms: Decolonizing the Modern Calendar
34:21
34:21
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
34:21Send us a text Episode 14: Ancestral Rhythms: Decolonizing the Modern Calendar Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate discuss the made up concept of time and how we can step outside Western society’s version of it. Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-5:19) Kate outlines the role time plays personally and in society. She and Kristal chat about t…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 13: Circle of Light: The Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram
41:23
41:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
41:23Send us a text Episode 13: Circle of Light: The Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram Summary: In this episode, Kristal teaches about the Kabbalistic Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram and Kate learns a whole lot Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-6:58) Journey Through the Kabbalistic Tree of life. Kristal gives a background on Kabbalah a…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 12: Intuitive Living: How to Trust and Develop Your Inner Knowing
56:09
56:09
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
56:09Send us a text Episode 12: Intuitive Living: How to Trust and Develop Your Inner Knowing Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate discuss intuition and practices to develop it. Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-6:05) Nadi Shodhana or Alternate Nostril Breathing. A yogic practice used to calm the mind, balance energy, and reduce stress. What is …
…
continue reading

1
Episode 11: Solstice Spirits: Embracing the Magick of Yule
33:11
33:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
33:11Send us a text Solstice Spirits: Embracing the Magick of Yule Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate share some of their personal Yule traditions. Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-2:40) AllPoetry AmPoet Yule Yule, the winter solstice, is peak winter energy. For Kate, this was a big family holiday as Christmas, which was no secret it was buil…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 10: Divine Insights: Exploring Divination Practices
35:36
35:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:36Send us a text Divine Insights: Exploring Divination Practices Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate explore divination. They get into the definition, the various tools, and their own practices. Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-3:30) Kate defines divination, originally simply wanting to understand the will of the gods. The same tool can be …
…
continue reading

1
Episode 9: Sacred Stillness: The Science and Art of Meditation for Magick
34:36
34:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
34:36Send us a text Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate dive into meditation, the science of meditation, their meditation practices and share apps and gadgets that can support a meditation practice. Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-2:30) Kate defines meditation and Kristal geeks out about the science behind it: super high beta (extreme religio…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 8: Embracing the Shadow: Shadow Work for Empowerment in Money, Love & Magick
34:19
34:19
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
34:19Send us a text Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate discuss shadow work, which is integrating those parts of ourselves we’d rather not acknowledge. Facing our shadow parts can be a powerful way to tap into a more integrated Show Notes Kate lays down some technical definitions around shadow work and its origins. Shadow work is uncovering hidde…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 7: The Spirit of Samhain: Origins & Traditions
31:50
31:50
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
31:50Send us a text Episode 07: The Spirit of Samhain: Origins & Traditions Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate chat about Samhain (summer’s end), sometimes called the Witches’ New Year. Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-3:03) Samhain marks the end of the harvest season, the transition into winter, and an honoring of the ancestors. The veil bet…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 6: Sacred Spaces: Enchanting your Home with Hearthcraft
38:25
38:25
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
38:25Send us a text Episode 06: Sacred Spaces: Enchanting your Home Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate discuss the home as sacred, magical space and your spiritual headquarters. They discuss the role of the kitchen in hearthcraft and share their experiences with their homes. Kate introduces Feng Shui as a tool for hearthcraft. Show Notes Intro &…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 5: Guardians at the Gate: Crafting Protections & Wards
47:28
47:28
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
47:28Send us a text Guardians at the Gate: Crafting Protections & Wards Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate chat about wards and protections. They discuss deities, spirits, objects and symbols typically used, and then share wards and protections they use for themselves. Show Notes Intro & Invocation (0:00-5:18) Wards are important basics of witch…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 4: What's The Devil Got to Do With It?
38:34
38:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
38:34Send us a text Episode 04: The Devil & Witchcraft Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate address the belief that the Devil is somehow associated with witchcraft and witches. They explore where that myth came from, the impact of it and the myth in the present day. Show Notes Intro & Invocation of the Horned God by Doreen Valiente (0:00-4:36) Kri…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 3: Witching with the Moon: Harnessing Lunar Cycles in your Practice
44:20
44:20
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
44:20Send us a text Witching with the Moon: Harnessing Lunar Cycles in your Practice Hosts: Kristal and Kate Summary: In this episode we talk about the moon and her cycles, how you can align yourself and your magick to the moon cycle. Kristal & Kate share some of their personal moon magick thoughts and rituals. Show Notes: Intro & Invocation (0:00-2:35)…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 2: Rhythms of the Craft: Why Ritual and Routine Matter in Magick
34:40
34:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
34:40Send us a text Rhythms of the Craft: Why Ritual and Routine Matter in Magick Hosts: Kristal and Kate Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate discuss what is ritual and why routines are important to your life and your magickal practice Show Notes: Invocation Greeting the Day (0:00-2:14) Kristal and Kate define routine and ritual. They then delve …
…
continue reading
Send us a text Episode 1: Do Witchy Shit! Hosts: Kristal and Kate Summary: In this episode, Kristal and Kate kick off the podcast, introducing themselves, how they got started in Magick and their thoughts and beliefs about what Magick and witchcraft mean. Air and Tornado Invocation Kristal and Kate introduce themselves and the podcast. They discuss…
…
continue reading