Southern Bramble: a Podcast of Crooked Ways

This is a bonus episode because it’s a little different. Kevin is a long time best friend of Marshall’s and a “muggle”. There are many witches out there who are unsure how to talk with non practitioners about their practice. Having Kevin on as a guest host helps open up a dialogue to an outside perspective. Part 1: getting to know Kevin. Party 2: listener questions for Kevin. Part 3: Kevin’s questions for a practitioner.

This week, Marshall and Austin talk about different kinds of Charms, Talismans, and Amulets. What they are, how they work, and some of their favorites. Edit: when discussing the evil eye talisman, the word Hamsa was used incorrectly. The word for the Mediterranean blue blasts eye is Nazar. Resources for more: -The Charmers Psalter by Gemma Gary -The Long Lost Friend by John George Hohman -The Magical Art of Crafting Charm Bags by Elhoim Leafar - Llewelyn’s Complete Book of Correspondences -The Complete Book of Amulets & Talismans by Migene González-Wippler -The Key of Solomon -The Picatrix -The Black Pullet -the Witches Art of Incantation by Roger J. Horne -Sigil Witchery by Laura Tempest Zakroff

This week Austin and Marshall talk about the religious side of paganism and witchcraft. They dive into topics such as Deity Work, being a secular vs. spiritual practitioner, the Divinity in animism, traditional witchcraft and wiccan pantheons, and just who the hell is The Devil. Recourses cited: The Crooked Path by Kelden, sacred-texts.com, gutenberg.org, hermetic.com

In this episode of Southern Bramble we invite the cohosts of the podcast Invoking Witchcraft, Britton Boyd and J. Allen Cross on to the show. We have a round table discussion about being online creators, practitioners sharing our experiences, what IS and ISN’T meant to be shared, and our inspirations that connect us to our craft.

On today’s episode of SouthernBramble Austin and Marshall are joined by Aaron Oberon as we discuss bioregionalism, as well as the inherent political nature of being queer, a witch, and connecting to the land you live on. Aaron shares their perspective on folklore and swamp witchery, and brings the light hearted levity needed when having honest talks about tough subjects. Don’t forget to stay tuned at the end for bloopers!

In this episode Austin and Marshall go deep into discussion about animism. They also share the gritty history of Pride, queer rage that started a riot, why it’s important kink and sexuality have a place in pride parades, and a message from the heart to our cis and straight ally’s.

In this bonus episode, Austin and Marshall sip on wine while reviewing and making commentary on the movie Gretel and Hansel. Warning: this episode has SPOILERS so we suggest you listen after watching the movie.

In this episode of SouthernBramble, Austin and I discuss our recent sabbath celebrations and my self imposed lesson in fire safety. The topic of discussion goes deep into the root of what makes this path so crooked. The ability of a witch to heal AND harm, and how to build those relationships with your spirit ally’s.

The hosts discuss their podcast platform and how their identities have influenced their craft. They explore folk loric witchcraft, its connection to history and queerness. They share personal experiences of discovering witchcraft, coming out, and creating a safer environment for LGBT students. They highlight a book on southern cutting folkloric witchcraft and discuss influential media sources. They indulge in an imaginary dinner with a Scottish woman accused of witchcraft and talk about their favorite methods of divination: tarot and oracle cards.