A podcast by and about your average witch, talking about witch life, witch stories, and sometimes a little witchcraft.
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Divine Butterfly Podcasts
Part of inspiration is stimulating the mind to be on a plain of pure peace. In order to do that, you must declutter your mind, reprogram your psyche and embark on your personal journey of fulfillment.
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The Paris Review Podcast returns with a new season, featuring the best interviews, fiction, essays, and poetry from America’s most legendary literary quarterly, brought to life in sound. Join us for intimate conversations with Sharon Olds and Olga Tokarczuk; fiction by Rivers Solomon, Jun'ichirō Tanizaki, and Zach Williams; poems by Terrance Hayes and Maggie Millner; nonfiction by Robert Glück, Jean Garnett, and Sean Thor Conroe; and performances by George Takei, Lena Waithe, and many others ...
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From Atheism to Enlightenment (F.A.T.E.) follows my journey of spiritual awakening after being an atheist for all of my life. There will be guests from many different spiritual disciplines from shamanism to energy healers that will expand your knowledge and open your mind to the many wonders of what we are truly capable of, if we look within ourselves. What is the true nature of our reality? What is consciousness? How much do our own belief systems limit us? Disease. Why do we get sick? What ...
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Exploring the nature of sacred self care, self healing & the evolution of our human experience now. Our world is changing, we are changing, & choosing to become more of ourselves. In Season 3 & 4 Christine Pensa explores heart expanding topics with brilliant guests to empower your sacred self care & deeper knowing of your infinite self. https://www.artthatmoves.ca/podcasts/
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Singing the Magic: A Welsh Witch's Journey with Mhara Starling
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1:35:35What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Mara Starling, a Welsh witch and author, shares the magic and lore of her culture while exploring how voice, breath, and relationship with the landscape form the foundation of her practice. • The Welsh language has multiple terms for magical practitioners beyond…
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F.A.T.E. Ep.58 "Revealing Reincarnation"
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1:43:17This week I’m joined by Mark Beale, hypnotherapist and author of "Past Life Awakenings". Mark specializes in past life and between-lives regression, spiritual releasement therapy, and the mysteries of consciousness. Are your past lives, hidden attachments, and even alien influences shaping who you are today? Get ready for a mind-bending deep dive i…
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Trailer: The Paris Review presents "Personals," a new audio series
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0:59“Personals” is a new audio series from The Paris Review, featuring writers reading first-person essays. Featuring essays from Ottessa Moshfegh, Mihret Sibhat, Joseph Earl Thomas, Lisa Carver, and J.D. Daniels. The series is produced by Sophie Haigney, Lori Dorr, Olivia Kan-Sperling, John DeLore, and Helena de Groot. Many thanks to our sponsor: MUBI…
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This week on F.A.T.E., we’re diving into The Ego Trap with award-winning author and journalist David Edwards. David, author of A Short Book About Ego and the Remedy of Meditation, breaks down the many faces of the ego—what he calls the “billionaire ego,” the “self-righteous ego,” and the illusion of moral superiority. These roles, often unseen, can…
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Witchcraft, Community, and Cultural Change With Dr. Susan Harper
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1:03:11What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Dr. Susan Harper, an anthropologist of religion and practicing witch in Iowa, shares her experiences with building magical communities and reclaiming personal power through witchcraft. • Defining witchcraft as reclaiming a word historically used against women wh…
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F.A.T.E. Flashback Alert: "Paranormal Perspectives with Dave Schrader"
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1:11:36This week, we’re revisiting one of the most favorite and thought-provoking episodes of F.A.T.E. — a conversation that dives into the mysterious and the meaningful world of Dave Schrader, host of The Paranormal 60 and longtime paranormal investigator. With over two decades in the field, Dave has explored the unknown through TV shows like The Holzer …
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Crafting Sacred Space: A Conversation with Eclectic Pagan Witch Natasha the Psychic
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40:14What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Natasha Randolph shares her journey as an eclectic pagan witch, focusing on spiritual hygiene, crystal work, and the importance of intentional practice in witchcraft. She offers practical advice for maintaining energetic boundaries and connecting with both spiri…
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F.A.T.E. Ep. 56 "Real Life Angel Encounters with Christi"
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1:21:10This week on F.A.T.E., I’m joined by Christi Clemons Hoffmann — a lifelong intuitive, Reiki Master, spiritual life coach, and channel who communicates with angels and her spiritual team. She hosts Radiate Wellness and Real Life Angel Encounters podcasts, and she’s the author of the brand-new book Real Life Angel Encounters, a collection of powerful…
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F.A.T.E. Flashback Alert: "Our Eternal Existence"
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1:21:44We’re bringing back one of my absolute favorite episodes for a F.A.T.E. Flashback — and trust me, it’s worth the reboot. In this mind-expanding conversation, I talk with David Gaggin, author of Our Eternal Existence, about what really happens when we die, why energy is the foundation of everything, and how karma, spiritual development, and soul pla…
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Grief, Witchcraft, and Finding Your Power with That Witch Karena
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51:23What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Karena, an empowerment and transformation coach, shares her perspective on witchcraft as resistance against patriarchal systems and a way of honoring our shadow aspects. • Creating daily rituals helps us reclaim our power and stay centered in a chaotic world • R…
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Hope you had a great 4th of July! The F.A.T.E. podcast will be back July 14th~ Stay tuned~ Welcome to your F.A.T.E. ******SUPPORT THE SHOW*** BUY MY BOOK****** BOOK BABY: - *Preferred method* Higher residual here.https://store.bookbaby.com/book/mr-pickles-and-maggie AMAZON: Mr. Pickles & Maggie: A "Tail" of True Friendship: Busby, Christy: 97816678…
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Episode 195 Navigating our natural conclusions in these times
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20:10Episode 195 Navigating our natural conclusions in these times What are ready to walk away from and how do we move through the nuances of letting go in these times? This episode is an invitation to become present to what we are holding onto through habit, obligation or simply inattention. As I pondered the theme of this episode, I encountered a beau…
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F.A.T.E. FLASHBACK "Scotty The Medium"
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1:06:00We’re kicking off our very first F.A.T.E. Flashback Episode with a powerful show from June 2024 featuring the straight-talking, evidence-based medium Scott Davis, or otherwise known as Scotty the Medium. With appearances on the Discovery Channel and the TRAVEL Channel, Scotty has been braving the paranormal and bridging the gap between this world a…
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Butterfly Wisdom: Crafting Magic Through Cross-Stitch With Starla Yilmaz
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40:58What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Starla Yilmaz joins us to discuss her journey as a witch, tarot creator, and cross-stitcher, sharing how a divine calling led her to create the Butterfly Wisdom Tarot deck through 21 months of meticulous stitching. • Practicing witchcraft since age 15-16, Starla…
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Ep. 55 "Binaural Beats from Beyond"
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1:00:52This week on F.A.T.E. – From Atheism to Enlightenment, we welcome creator Ethan Frice, founder of the groundbreaking frequency technology known as Septa Sync. After experiencing a lucid dream unlike any other, Ethan received a direct download of frequency code and was told to bring them into the world. Using tools like the Gateway Experience from R…
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Ancestor Dreams and Crafting Spirit Houses Connect Us to Magic with Matthew Venus
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1:07:39What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Matthew Venus of Spiritus Arcanum shares insights on working with spirit vessels, building magical community, and developing personal relationships with plants and other magical allies. Drawing from years of experience as a shop owner and festival organizer, he …
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F.A.T.E. Ep. 54 "The Paradox of Precognitive Dreams"
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1:14:27This week on the F.A.T.E. Podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant Paul Kiritsis — a licensed medical psychologist and spiritual scholar who bridges science with the esoteric. We dig into the world of precognitive dreams: What are they? Why do they happen? And what do they reveal about the true nature of time and reality? Paul’s insights are always ill…
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There Are No Ingredients, Only Allies: A Conversation with Matthew Venus
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1:01:35What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Matthew Venus of Spiritus Arcanum joins us to explore animism, witchcraft, and the spirits that inhabit everything around us. We dive into what it means to be a witch in today's world, examining the complex relationship between magical practice and capitalism. •…
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Episode 194 Your natural alchemy is choosing to remember your divinity
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27:24This episode is an exploration of what and why we become distracted by the mental, emotional or physical events that keep us small or in looping patterns, instead of choosing the bigger picture of our own divinity and natural adeptness for alchemising what shows up in our lives. As we continue to move into a deeper knowing of our own divinity, we a…
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F.A.T.E. is down this week all but I"ll be back on June 16th with returning guest Paul Kiritsis and we'll be talking about precognitive dreams.. It's a fascinating discussion! See you then! Welcome To Your F.A.T.E. ******SUPPORT THE SHOW*** BUY MY BOOK****** BOOK BABY: - *Preferred method* Higher residual here.https://store.bookbaby.com/book/mr-pic…
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F.A.T.E. Ep. 53 "Healing Thru Hypnotherapy"
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1:34:05This week on the F.A.T.E. Podcast, I’m joined by renowned hypnotherapist Steve Burgess, author of The Adventures of a Hypnotherapist – Was I Under? With over 15,000 hypnotherapy sessions under his belt, Steve shares the transformative power of hypnotherapy—from healing phobias and emotional blockages to addressing physical illness and uncovering pa…
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The Magic of Inconsistency: Embracing Imperfect Practice with Alyssa of Blyssfull Magick
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44:51What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? We dive deep into what it truly means to be a witch with Alyssa Barlow from Blyssfull Magick, exploring the power of authenticity in spiritual practice and the importance of finding your own path. • Alyssa defines herself as an intuitive healer, psychic medium, …
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Have a great memorial weekend! I"ll be back June 2nd with my guest Steve Burgess. He is one of the world leading hypnotherapists that specializes in past life regression therapy. Come learn how you can heal thru hypnotherapy! It's a fantastic show! Don't miss out! ******SUPPORT THE SHOW*** BUY MY BOOK****** BOOK BABY: - *Preferred method* Higher re…
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F.A.T.E.- Ep. 52 "Unlock Your Inner Wisdom with VibraVision"
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1:08:25In this extraordinary episode, I’m joined by martial arts master, healer, and visionary innovator Mas Mike — the man behind Vibravision, a groundbreaking technology that bridges ancient wisdom and modern science to awaken your hidden human potential. Mas Mike is one of the only Westerners ever trained in Merpati Putih, a highly guarded energetic an…
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Monday on the F.A.T.E. podcast I’m joined by Mas Mike — martial arts master, healer, and creator of Vibravision — a revolutionary technology based on ancient Indonesian royal wisdom This is where science, martial arts, and consciousness collide. Don’t miss it! Monday May 19th on F.A.T.E. ~ Welcome To Your F.A.T.E. 🎧 Listen on all platforms — From A…
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Exploring Witchcraft, Inclusivity, and the Goddess Sabrina with Brett Hollyhead
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49:03What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Brett Hollyhead, a Welsh Marches folk witch, shares insights on witchcraft as a practice of liberation, connection to landscape, and challenging oppressive systems. Brett's practice combines Welsh folklore with practical magic while celebrating the liminal ident…
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F.A.T.E. - Ep.51 "Compassion During Chaotic Times"
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1:02:12Join me and Heather Regan Addis, Managing Director of the Mindfulness Association in the UK and holder of a master’s degree in mindfulness from the University of Aberdeen. We dive into what it means to live with true compassion—for others and ourselves. In a time of chaos and disconnection, this conversation is a powerful reminder of our shared hum…
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F.A.T.E. - Ep.50 "Demystifying Death"
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1:15:08This week on F.A.T.E. (From Atheism to Enlightenment), I sit down with Douglas Hodgson— former law professor, University Dean, and author—who has spent years digging into one of humanity’s biggest questions: What happens when we die? Douglas has researched near-death experiences, explored ancient texts, and studied every major religion—from Buddhis…
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Next on F.A.T.E. I have returning guest Douglas Hodgson on and we are delving into the concept of death. What really happens when we die? We dive into real life near death experience wisdom, world religions, and spiritual insights to explore death not as an end, but a transformation. Can we let go of the fear of death? Let’s talk about it. ******SU…
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Magical Communication: A Conversation with Mike Ditter
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44:01What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Mike Ditter of The Rusted Rabbit jewelry shares their journey as a witch who views their practice through transmutation, turning metals and minerals into talismans of protection, power, and healing while challenging conventional belief systems and societal expec…
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F.A.T.E. - Ep. 49 "From Cult to Higher Consciousness"
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1:07:15This week on F.A.T.E. (From Atheism to Enlightenment), I’m joined by Brooke Deanne—certified NLP practitioner, Rapid Transformational Therapist, and a courageous survivor of a religious cult. Brooke shares her powerful story of growing up in the Jehovah’s Witness religion, where she endured abuse, isolation, and manipulation. We dive deep into what…
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F.A.T.E. - Ep 48 "Aliens, Entities, and The Unknown"
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1:14:16In this eye-opening episode of F.A.T.E, I have alien expert, intuitive healer, and starseed Dr. Christopher Macklin on the show. We explore his heightened perception of the world, the spiritual gift of being a starseed, and his supernatural ability to heal others. Dr. Macklin shares profound insights into the various benevolent and malevolent alien…
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Crafting Magic Through Wire and Stone With Lindsay of The Rusted Rabbit
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49:04What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Lindsay of the Rusted Rabbit shares her journey from selling rocks as a kid to creating wire-wrapped crystal jewelry and embracing her identity as a witch despite initial imposter syndrome. • Started with chainmail jewelry in 2013 before discovering wire-wrappin…
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F.A.T.E.- Ep.47 "Insights into Intuition"
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1:29:29In this deeply expansive episode, I sit down with Carol J. Obley—gifted psychic medium and author of "The Art of Sensing" — A Guide for Staying True to Your Soul's Journey Through Challenging Times". This is a conversation for the seekers, the sensitive, the awakening, and anyone feeling the pull to go deeper. Carole and I start with the exploratio…
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Episode 193 The beauty beyond the beauty we thought we knew
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30:40Humans are naturally drawn toward beauty, because we long to know more of ourselves. It was spring two years ago when I recorded an episode on this theme, and as I re-listened this morning, I heard myself say that I had just received a “download” (not a word I would use now) that I had not yet integrated. Not a surprise then, that this morning felt…
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F.A.T.E.- Ep. 46 "Crazy Wisdom for a Crazy World"
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1:21:25This week on F.A.T.E. I’m joined by Jason Brett Serle—licensed NLP practitioner, hypnotherapist, and author of The Monkey in the Bodhi Tree: Crazy Wisdom and the Way of the Wise Fool. In this episode, we dive deep into the teachings of Zen masters, Buddha masters, and ancient mystics, exploring how they each carved their unique paths toward enlight…
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You're the Pipe, Not the Water: Serving Community Through Folk Magic with Jake Richards
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49:07What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Jake Richards, conjureman from Appalachia, joins us to explore the rich traditions of folk magic, faith healing, and Decoration Day practices from the mountain communities of Upper East Tennessee. • Distinguishing between witches, faith healers, and conjure men …
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F.A.T.E. -Ep.45 "Losing Your Church & Finding Your Tribe"
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1:41:01On this episode of From Atheism To Enlightenment, I've got my sister Amy Prestridge back on the show along with her soul sister Charity Mohorn to discuss her near death experience and how it opened her eyes to the truth of her Church and allowed her to step onto her own path of spiritual development. We dive deep into the state of religion today, d…
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F.A.T.E. Ep.44 -"The Riddle Of Alchemy"
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1:09:25In this episode of F.A.T.E. I’m joined by licensed psychological therapist and author of new book "The Riddle of Alchemy", Paul Kiritsis. Together, we dive deep into the ancient and mysterious world of alchemy. But what is alchemy, really? Beyond the idea of turning lead into gold, alchemy is a symbolic and spiritual process—a journey of inner tran…
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Episode 192 Planting love’s roots to repopulate the Earth with beauty
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18:56As we enter spring of 2025 our experience here and now is in perfect alignment with the season and it’s promise of new life on top of what seems to have run it's course. Many are talking about the end of the world as we know it and that seems to be reflected in what is crumbling around us. We are seeing more clearly the dysfunction in our infrastru…
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Deities, Shadows, and Soulcraft: A Conversation with Raven Digitalis
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1:12:10What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Raven Digitalis shares his journey as a witch, author, and practitioner exploring the intersection of Eastern and Western mystical traditions while embracing shadow work and devotional practices with deities. • Author of multiple books including the shadow tript…
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F.A.T.E. Ep.43 "Spiritual Laws and Angels"
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1:03:49Ever wondered if angels are trying to communicate with you? In this fascinating episode, I sit down with psychic medium and author Nancy Yearout, who shares her insights on angelic guidance, spiritual laws, and our divine connection. Nancy explains how everyone has the ability to connect with angels, channel divine wisdom, and align with their most…
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F.A.T.E. - Ep.42 "The Cosmic Connection to Healing"
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1:15:55In this episode of F.A.T.E. I have Melanie Weller, a renowned physical therapist, neurotheologist, and intuitive healer known as “The Body Whisperer” Melanie has the unique ability to bridge science, spirituality, and the cosmos revealing how the vagus nerve acts as a channel between our physical bodies and the zodiac. Did you know that the stars a…
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Episode 191 What are you making real? Doubling down on your superpower of choice
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19:32Continuing to explore the nature of sacred self care as we change and choose to deepen into embodying more of ourselves. This episode is an invitation to focus on the question - What are you making real? It’s a fine tuning of what we are experiencing and navigating right now in the outside world. We have been socialized to forget that we do have a …
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When Fairies and Friends Unite: Building Relationships in Witchcraft with Halo Quin
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2:21:02What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? This episode focuses on the intricate relationship between witchcraft and building community. Halo Quin elaborates on her path as a witch, her engagement with spirits, and the pivotal role of shared stories and practices in nurturing connections. • Halo introduc…
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F.A.T.E. - Ep.41 "Awakening Thru Adversity"
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1:31:47This week on F.A.T.E. I talk to the incredible Maryann Weston from “Revealing Light Tarot”. Maryann is a powerful psychic astrologer, channeler, and tarot card reader who has a remarkable story of awakening thru a devastating cancer diagnosis. During her battle to save her life, she transforms in every way and awakens to the spiritual gifts that ha…
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Today marks the one year anniversary of the F.A.T.E. podcast and I couldn’t think of a better episode than of one man’s spiritual journey From Atheism To Enlightenment. On today’s show I have Samuel Kiwasz “The Goodwill Ambassador of The Southern California Conscious Community”. Samuel was born to atheist parents that were holocaust survivors, and …
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Embracing Emotions for Community and Connection
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13:45What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Leah passionately discusses the intersection of being queer, trans, and a witch, emphasizing the importance of joy as a form of resistance in challenging times. They share personal insights on community support, empowerment through witchcraft, and the celebratio…
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F.A.T.E - Ep.39 "Reiki Healing with Bronwen"
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1:05:24This week on F.A.T.E. I have Reiki teacher and practitioner, Bronwen Logan on the show. We are celebrating the 20th Anniversary of her book, “The Reiki Sourcebook”. Bronwen and I discuss the origins of Reiki, the varying ways you can practice, and how Reiki healing can assist in your healing process. If you are interested in becoming a practitioner…
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Episode 190 Why embodying your true beauty is even more important here and now
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15:46As we continue to explore how to embody who and what we truly are, this episode is all about real beauty as a reflection of who we truly are. The word beauty is often misunderstood. “Beauty” is even more important in times of challenge, change, and chaos. We are being asked to use the brightness of ourselves to put our attention on what “beauty” we…
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