Best Irish Pagan Podcasts (2024)

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How did Witch Hunts in Ireland Differ? With Dr. Gillian Kenny 14:55

4h ago14:55

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Send us a Text Message. Question: Witch hunting in Ireland presents a complex narrative. Could you contrast how Ireland's witch hunts differed from those elsewhere in Europe?💥Gillian's Classes Are Here - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/author/459240 Explore the unique narrative of witch hunting in Ireland and how it contrasted with the witch h…

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Want to Know More About the Morrigan Intensive? 13:38

4d ago13:38

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Send us a Text Message. Lora O'Brien walks you through the FAQs they've received for the annual 6 month Morrigan Intensive programme. Enrollment is open for 4 more days! 🐦‍⬛ Full Details at - https://www.morrigan.academy/intensive24 🐦‍⬛ ⚠️ If you missed it! - Waiting List 2025 - https://morrigan.mykajabi.com/waiting-list-2025-join ⚠️ With this Prog…

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The Lost world of Gaelic Ireland With Dr. Gillian Kenny 31:02

3d ago31:02

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Send us a Text Message. Question: The 'Lost World of Gaelic Ireland' is a poignant topic. What do you feel are the most significant cultural aspects that we lost to colonisation, and how might we, as a community, work to reconnect with them?💥Gillian's Classes Are Here - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/author/459240 Join Dr. Gillian Kenny and L…

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Apocalypse Kong: Kong Skull Island (with Dr Justin Mullis) 1:37:51

5d ago1:37:51

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Dr Justin Mullis drops into the Explorers Club to discuss the 2017 film Kong: Skull Island. Topics include: -Japanese cryptozoology -The depiction of apes in popular culture -Kong as a colonial Lost World story? -the ecology of Skull Island -The significance of the 70s Vietnam setting -John Goodman and the Monarch organisation -Kong’s reinvention a…

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Who was Grainne Mhaol Ireland's Pirate Queen? With Dr. Gillian Kenny 19:17

10d ago19:17

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Send us a Text Message. Delve into the life and legend of Gráinne Mhaol, also known as Grace O'Malley, the famed Pirate Queen of Ireland.💥Gillian's Classes Are Here - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/author/459240 Dr. Gillian Kenny offers a sneak peek into her ongoing research and upcoming book and class on this iconic figure. This video explor…

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The Dagda's Harp 11:07

24d ago11:07

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon chats about what we know of one the Dagda's less well known, but no less important magical items, his harp. From dealing death, to ordering reality the powers of this musical instrument should not be ignored. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Ch…

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Being a Bad Pagan - Jon O'Sullivan - Irish Pagan School 12:03

1M ago12:03

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon explores the concept of being a 'bad pagan' and how to shift our perspective on how we engage in our spiritual existence. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ 👀 🟠 Patrons get to ask the…

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The Badb's Call 8:20

2M ago8:20

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Send us a Text Message. Hearing the raucous screams of the Badb may indicate death...but not always in the way that we think. In this episode Jon shares some insights from the Irish lore on the carrion crow Goddess. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irish…

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Just Like His Old Man: Son Of Kong (with Eddie Guimont) 1:16:45

2M ago1:16:45

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Return to Skull Island back in 1933 with Eddie Guimont to see whether there's more to the overlooked SON OF KONG than you've heard. Topics include: -UPDATE ON PERCY FAWCETT’s LOST CITY! -Occult beliefs in Bolsonaro’s government -Was Kong intended to be sympathetic? -The origins & making of Son of Kong -The real-life colonial adventures of Kong’s cr…

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Is It Just Stories? 11:15

2M ago11:15

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon talks about whether the tales of old Ireland and the mythology we have are important....or all just stories... ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ 👀 🟠 Patrons get to ask their own ques…

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What Super Power Would I Choose? 15:01

2M ago15:01

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon answers a question that he is put to quite often about what super power he would choose to have. The answer you might be surprised to know can be found in Ireland's ancient Law Tracts. Teinm laedo - a divinatory incantation used by the file imbas forosnai - (lit. knowledge which illuminates) a special gif…

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The Power of Satire 15:44

2M ago15:44

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon talks about the importance of satire in ancient Irish society and how powerful its wielders really were. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ 👀 🟠 Patrons get to ask their own questions …

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The Lost White Tribe (with Michael Robinson) 55:22

3M ago55:22

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Cian chats with Michael Robinson, author of The Lost White Tribe. Topics include: -the story of Henry Morton Stanley and his 'white' Ruwenzori tribe, a story that was famous at the time but is almost never mentioned today even in biographies of Stanley -the birth of adventure fiction, the obsession with plots about lost cities and lost races -conne…

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The Dagda King in Both Worlds 16:16

2M ago16:16

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon shares thoughts about the Dagda's role as King and how that extends not just on our world, but also in the Otherworld as well. ✨ FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ 👀 🟠 Patrons get to as…

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A Sad Hard Truth About Irish Paganism 22:11

3M ago22:11

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon talks about a sad and hard truth about Irish Paganism as well as gives a whistle stop tour through Ireland's History. If you want to get more info on this check out the Blog: https://irishpagan.school/truth-about-paganism/ ✨ FREE STUFF FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources C…

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Through the Crater's Rim by A. Hyatt Verrill 38:21

3M ago38:21

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A lost race in Panama and some man-eating trees show up in this Amazing Stories tale from 1926, written by traveller and finder of Lost Worlds in fact and fiction, A. Hyatt Verrill! Buy Me A Coffee Read the story here

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Did the Irish Druids Use 'Shrooms Jon O'Sullivan Irish Pagan School 20:24

3M ago20:24

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Send us a Text Message. A fascinating question for us today that has Jon in research mode for the last while regarding the ancient practices of the Irish druids and their possible use of psychoactive mushrooms native to Ireland. ✨ FREE STUFF FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irish…

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Being a Resolute Pagan 14:48

3M ago14:48

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon talks about his mindset when it comes to being a resolute Pagan. What does resolution mean to us and does it actually work? Here Jon shares some of his thoughts on ways to make it work. ✨ FREE STUFF FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://iris…

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Frank Frazetta's Thun'da 36:40

3M ago36:40

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A lost world comic book from the 50s drawn by the great Frank Frazetta!

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Recovery and Spirituality 10:15

4M ago10:15

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon touches on his recent ill health and his thoughts about how our spirituality can support us in challenging times. ✨ FREE STUFF FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ ✨ FREE Online Classes - https://irishpaganschoo…

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Lost Valley Podcast - Episode Zero 27:31

4M ago27:31

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Cian explains changes coming, a new show, a slight change of theme, and some behind-the-scenes info!

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Limiting Beliefs 18:06

4M ago18:06

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon talks about the concept of Limiting beliefs and how over coming them can lead to a deeper and more fulfilling life and spiritual connection. ✨ FREE STUFF FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ ✨ FREE Online Classe…

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The Limits of Flesh-And-Blood Cryptozoology (with Cameron McCormick 1:10:17

4M ago1:10:17

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Cameron McCormick returns to discuss cryptozoological bestiaries that stretch the boundaries of belief with huge numbers of undiscovered critters running around. *NOTE: I made an error in referring to The Bigfoot Filmography. The book I actually had in mind was Cryptid Cinema by Stephen Bisette. I’m away from home for a few days but I’ll fix that w…

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The Tragedy of Setanta Mac Súaltam 21:47

4M ago21:47

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon shares his perspectives on one of the most famous Irish Heroes and presents a view that many may not have considered. Here he doesn't talk about Cú Chulainn, but instead the boy who would become that 'hero'. ✨ FREE STUFF FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist availa…

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The Dagda and the Sea Monster 14:18

4M ago14:18

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Send us a Text Message. Before Ireland became known as the land of saints and scholars, it was the land of heroes and chieftains. Yet what if there was something before that? What if Ireland was once a land of Gods and Monsters...? ✨ FREE Irish Pagan Resources available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/FREE/ ✨ FREE Online Classes - https://irishpaga…

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Talking Banba, Fotla, and Eriu 18:59

4M ago18:59

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Send us a Text Message. In this Episode Jon talks about Ireland's some of Ireland's Goddesses of Sovereignty. Banba, Fotla and Eriu and answers the question of which of their names is still on the island today. Resource: Lebor Gabála Érenn: The Book of Invasions §65-95: The Milesians https://www.ancienttexts.org/library/celtic/ctexts/lebor5.html ✨ …

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Prioritising Our Spiritual Connection 17:46

5M ago17:46

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Send us a Text Message. In this chat Jon explores the concept of prioritising our spiritual connection, talking about making offerings to the Gods and asks what will you do in the next week to prioritise your own spiritual connection. ✨ FREE Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ ✨ FREE Online Classes -…

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When The Stars Are Right: Lovecraft & Astronomy (with Dr Edward Guimont 1:14:50

5M ago1:14:50

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In celebration of the book 'When The Stars Are Right, HP Lovecraft and Astronomy' by Edward Guimont and Horace A. Smith, Eddie returns to the cabin. We tackle the Old Gent Of Providence and his fascination with turn-of-the-century astronomy, as well as his various connections to the great and good of early planetary science fiction! Including, but …

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Ireland's Horned God 21:39

5M ago21:39

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon explores the idea of a 'Horned God' in Ireland. time and again we are contacted for information about Cernunnos but need to dis appoint folks by informing them that he is Gaulish not Irish, but does that mean that there is no God of wild places and fecundity? ✨ FREE Irish Pagan Resources Checklist availab…

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Death Messengers in Ireland 14:02

5M ago14:02

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Send us a Text Message. In this Episode Jon takes some time to chat about some of the less well known death messengers in Irish folk lore, the Headless horseman, the death coach, and the black dog. ✨ FREE Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ ✨ FREE Online Classes - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses…

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Being Pagan at New Years 12:50

5M ago12:50

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon explores his own conflicted thoughts about being Pagan at New Years. Does honouring the older pagan seasonal celebrations negate New Years? Does New Years still hold any significance once we identify as pagan? ✨ FREE STUFF FOR A YEAR! - https://irishpagan.school/free ✨ Irish Pagan Resources Checklist avai…

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Irish Witchcraft, Herbalism, Paganism & Ditch Witchcraft 53:47

6M ago53:47

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Send us a Text Message. What exactly is a Ditch Witch anyway?! Join Lora O'Brien and Tara Tine for a captivating conversation that delves into the enigmatic world of what it means to be a Ditch Witch in Ireland, and Tara's personal journey into herbalism, magic and Irish Paganism. This episode serves as an invaluable resource for those interested i…

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Guardians & Gatekeepers 32:47

6M ago32:47

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Send us a Text Message. Irish Witchcraft and Living Traditions with Lora & Geraldine - Join Irish Witches Lora O'Brien and Geraldine Moorkens Byrne for an enlightening conversation on the intricate facets of Irish Witchcraft, native living traditions, and the educational offerings at the Irish Pagan School. This dialogue aims to provide both newcom…

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The Best Trailers of 2023 - TRAILER TALK LIVE 1:04:31

6M ago1:04:31

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Let's look back at the best trailers that got us hyped, intrigued, and ready to sit down with some popcorn and watch. These are our picks for the best trailers of 2023. This is Trailer Talk. Don't hesitate to comment below if you have an idea for a trailer to react to! Members of Couch Soup can call into or show and ask questions or give their own …

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The Widow's Key 26:45

6M ago26:45

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Send us a Text Message. - Traditional Irish Divination & Women's History with Lora O'Brien & Geraldine Moorkens Byrne. rish Witches Geraldine Moorkens Byrne and Lora O'Brien discuss and demonstrate the Widow's Key, and Irish divination and magic tradition that's also strongly linked to women's history in Ireland. This was originally aired on youtub…

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Mr. & Mrs. Smith & Fallout Trailer Reaction and Discussion - TRAILER TALK LIVE 49:38

6M ago49:38

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Trailers we are reacting to: Mr. & Mrs. Smith - Creators Francesca Sloane & Donald Gloverand starring Maya Erskine, Donald Glover, Paul Dano Fallout - Creator Geneva Robertson-Dworet and starring Starring Ella Purnell, Aaron Moten, Walton Goggins Let's watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk. Don't hesitate to comment below if you have an ide…

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Thoughts on Violent Conflict 36:34

6M ago36:34

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon takes time to share some of his own thoughts as an Irish person on the topic of violent conflicts. ✨ FREE Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ ✨ FREE Online Classes - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/category/free ✨ FREE 5 Day Morrigan Challenge - https:…

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Godzilla X Kong & Furiosa & Grand Theft Auto VI Trailer Reaction - TRAILER TALK LIVE 1:07:13

6M ago1:07:13

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Trailers we are reacting to: Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire - Director Adam Wingard and starring Rebecca Hall, Dan Stevens, Rachel House Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga - Directed by George Miller and starring Starring Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Hemsworth, Tom Burke Grand Theft Auto VI - by Rockstar Games Let's watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk. D…

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Inviting the Good Neighbours in 20:13

7M ago20:13

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Send us a Text Message. In this video, we open explore the world of the "Good Neighbours" – the Faery Folk. Join us on a conversational journey as we discuss some of the ancient traditions surrounding these elusive beings. The Folk, known by various names across Irish culture, hold a special place in folklore and mythology. These elusive and often …

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Rebel Moon Part 1 & Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Trailer Reaction - TRAILER TALK LIVE 1:21:22

6M ago1:21:22

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Trailers we are reacting to: Rebel Moon: Part 1 - A Child of Fire - Director Zach Synder and starring Jena Malone, Sofia Boutella, Charlie Hunnam, & Ed Skrein. Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes - Directed by Wes Ball and starring Starring Patrick Aison, Josh Friedman, Rick Jaffa. Let's watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk. Don't hesitate t…

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Wrong Opinions about Ireland Are Harmful 29:11

7M ago29:11

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon reacts to an unbelievable incorrect and tone deaf comment from the internet. Why you might wonder? Well its because the hard truth is that wrong 'opinions' are harmful. ✨ FREE Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ ✨ FREE Online Classes - https://irishpagansch…

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Making Mistakes in Irish Paganism 14:25

7M ago14:25

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Send us a Text Message. Jon takes this weeks coffee talk to explore the concept of making mistakes in Irish Paganism, discussing how common it is, how damaging, and how to move beyond them. ✨ FREE Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ ✨ FREE Online Classes - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/categor…

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Avatar The Last Airbender & Ghostbusters Frozen Empire Trailer Reaction | TRAILER TALK LIVE 1:04:01

7M ago1:04:01

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Trailers we are reacting to: Avatar The Last Airbender - Showrunner Albert Kim and starring Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio, Ian Ousley, Tamlyn Tomita. Ghostbusters Frozen Empire- Directed by Gil Kenan and starring Starring Paul Rudd, Carrie Coon, Finn Wolfhard, McKenna Grace. Let's watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk. Don't hesitate to commen…

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The Power of Names 21:44

7M ago21:44

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon talks to a community question about naming ones pets after deity. He touches on the power of the the words we use that the nature of societal, magical and energetic intention that can be linked with names and how we apply them. ✨ FREE Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.scho…

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The Fall Guy & Shōgun Trailer Reaction and Discussion - TRAILER TALK LIVE 1:02:29

7M ago1:02:29

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Trailers we are reacting to: The Fall Guy - Directed by David Leitch and starring Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt, Winston Duke, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Hannah Waddingham, Stephanie Hsu 'Shōgun - Starring Starring Cosmo Jarvis, Hiroyuki Sanada, and Anna Sawai Let's watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk. Don't hesitate to comment below if you have a…

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Sacred Objects - Using Everyday Objects for Ritual Purpose 20:08

8M ago20:08

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Send us a Text Message. Some say that there is specific art to dedicating everyday objects for sacred use in pagan ritual. This I disagree with. Not that everyday items can become sacred and fulfill a ritual purpose, but that there is some mystical or specific way in which items become sacred. Join me for this exploration of Sacred objects as I try…

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The Morrigan: War, Cattle Raids, and Complexity 14:58

7M ago14:58

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Send us a Text Message. Explore the enigmatic figure of the Morrígan, the Irish goddess of war, as Lora O'Brien discusses her dual nature and her role in the unique forms of conflict that shaped medieval Ireland. ✨ FREE 5 Day Morrigan Challenge - https://www.morriganintensive.com/challenge In this episode, we dissect the Morrígan's complexities, fr…

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Ancestors at Samhain 17:39

7M ago17:39

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Jon speaks to a question about inviting Ancestors in to our homes and how, at Samhian, this practice is very much part of the Irish tradition. ✨ FREE Irish Pagan Resources Checklist available NOW - https://irishpagan.school/checklist/ ✨ FREE Online Classes - https://irishpaganschool.com/courses/category/free …

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Herb Magic, Invasive Species, Sustainability & Irish Witchcraft 36:02

8M ago36:02

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Send us a Text Message. Join Lora O'Brien and Tara Tine, the Ditch Witch, for an in-depth discussion that bridges the worlds of herbal magic, invasive species, sustainability, and Irish Witchcraft. The conversation kicks off with an exploration of the historical and modern roles of herbalism in Irish Pagan traditions, offering listeners a comprehen…

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Angels, Demons and Tuatha Dé Danann 25:26

8M ago25:26

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Send us a Text Message. Journey into the realms of mysticism and mythology with our captivating video, "Angels, Demons, and Tuatha Dé Danann." Prepare to be entranced as we explore the possible connection between celestial beings, infernal forces, and the enigmatic Tuatha Dé Danann—a divine race from Celtic mythology. Through discussion, folklore e…

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