Snow, Cabra, and Sarenth interview Sif of Ásatru UK. We dig into the differences between the US and UK Heathen communities, explore their work with the Pagan Federation, and their newest release The Wyrd Less Woven: An Alternative Heathen Prayer Book. We also take time for listener questions on valkyries, the influence of Wagner on our ideas of the…

This episode we sit down to talk with Morpheus Ravenna about sorcery, tattoos, initiation through transformation, guidance through hardships, and living relationship with spirits. With before and after banter for levels Spark and above. -- Where to find Morpheus Ravenna: Banshee Arts https://www.bansheearts.com/ Coru Cathubodua Priesthood https://w…

This episode we interview Mortellus, author of The Bones Fall in a Spiral and Do I Have to Wear Black? we explore working with the Dead from both a funerary and spiritual perspective, caring for the Dead, and whether ghosts experience cringe. Unfortunately, due to an error with Sarenth's computer there will be no separate file this episode with for…

This episode we explore a topic from Emily streakingfate: saying "No" to Gods. From there we explore what ways we can assert our boundaries, and ways to negotiate with Gods, Ancestors, and spirits. With before and after banter for levels Spark and above. -- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/around-grandfather-fire/message Suggest a topic o…

We explore the topic of disenchantment narratives as suggested by Cabra. We look at what disenchantment means to each of us, and how we counteract them or work with them. With before and after banter for levels Spark and above. -- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/around-grandfather-fire/message Suggest a topic or a guest: https://forms.gl…

The beginning of Season 6, Cabra, Snow, Emily streakingfate, and Sarenth Odinsson! We catch up and answer some listener questions while talking about what to do with folks who have influenced your path for good or ill. -- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/around-grandfather-fire/message Suggest a topic or a guest: https://forms.gle/dYrQUpy…

The end of Season 5 Open House, the farewell of Jim and Caitlin and welcome the new co-hosts Cabra, Snow, and Emily! Plus we answer some questions about what to do when you feel out of touch with your practice. -- Send in a voice message https://anchor.fm/around-grandfather-fire/message Suggest a topic or a guest https://forms.gle/dYrQUpyE7VPDGnUP8…

Some important show announcements "There is nothing permanent except change." — Heraclitus -- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/around-grandfather-fire/messageSuggest a topic or a guest: https://forms.gle/dYrQUpyE7VPDGnUP8Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/aroundgrandfatherfireOur Buy Me A Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/agfpodcast --…

Phyllis Curott returns and we take a romp through politics and the process of writing books, dropping rants and hot takes along the way. This episode might not be for everyone, but it sure was cathartic. https://www.phylliscurott.com/ https://theshiftnetwork.com/ The store we referenced: https://theserpentskey.square.site -- Send in a voice message…

Maria Marggraf joins us to talk about shadow work, death and the process of grief. This is the episode you didn’t know how much you needed. Maria Marggraf is a pagan. In the ensouled world she communicates with goddesses and gods, ancestors, and spiritual companions. The confrontation with her shadows, darkness, and death have shaped her spiritual …

Cris Ashburn is an Ancestral Priestess specializing in transitions, mediumship, and helping people get through the process of Ancestor work. In this episode we discuss what that term even means, and how it looks to different people, plus we tackle some aspects of it we have never talked about on this show. https://www.crisashburn.com/ -- Send in a …

https://www.directrelief.org/emergency/hawaii-fires/ We talk about death and funerary care with Heidi aka The Cunning Wīf, aka Bone Dust Woman who is a South Central Appalachian witch, polytheistic animist, and amateur folklorist. She worships local Gods, as well as some Gods first worshiped in Europe, and attends to the spirits of her ancestors, h…

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Renowned expert on the Fairies and Irish mythology Morgan Daimler joins us to talk about the Good Neighbors, both the lore and the new gnosis! Links to Morgan Daimler's work: Their books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0047QW0WY/about Their Irish Pagan School Profile: https://irishpagan.school/morgan-daimler/ Their Goodreads Blog: https://ww…

We are joined by Caitlin aka Worthy Cos, a 6th generation military member and new(ish) pagan as well as a cosplayer! https://www.instagram.com/worthy_cos/ -- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/around-grandfather-fire/message Suggest a topic or a guest: https://forms.gle/dYrQUpyE7VPDGnUP8 Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/aroundgrandfather…

We are joined by the amazing David J. Shi, author of Spirit Voices: The Mysteries and Magic of North Asian Shamanism where we talk about the origin of the term and what it means, the three types of shamanism, Ancestral Spirits vs. Ancestors and more! Shout out to one of our mutual favorites Nicholas Breeze Woods. https://www.instagram.com/davidjshi…

Licensed Shinto Priestess of the Konko Faith, Olivia Kimoto, calls in from Japan to talk about religion, spirits, and Shinto practice. https://www.livingwithkami.com/ -- Time Stamps 00:00:40 Introduction 00:01:25 Opening Prayer 00:03:00 Welcome 00:11:00 Interview 01:58:00 Closing -- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/around-grandfather-fire…

Let’s talk about where Jim is on his path, and also answer some questions from listeners! – Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/around-grandfather-fire/message Suggest a topic or a guest: https://forms.gle/dYrQUpyE7VPDGnUP8 Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/aroundgrandfatherfire Our Buy Me A Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/agfpodcast -…

Trigger warning on this episode. Dealing with your family, both the current family and the Ancestors, can be very challenging. We answer two listener questions about these topics. Family who are fully aware of pagan beliefs but get offended if something is ever posted or mentioned that isn't aligned with their Christian worldview. At the same time …

Cat Heath aka Seo Helrune is an author, blogger, Heathen and Witch who does weird, often ill-advised experiments with historical accounts of magic. Author of Essays From the Crossroads and Elves, Witches & Gods, and her blog where themes include filling in the “plot holes” of ritual, and the limitations on reconstructing magic. Links: https://seohe…

Warning: we cover a few heavy topics this episode Lauren Crow is the President and CEO (Steer) of The Troth, the oldest, largest and only woman-lead international organization for inclusive Heathenry, and Gythia of the Black Beard Kindred of Central Arkansas. In addition, she is a jewelry and sculpture artist who sells her wares via her site Cat an…

You hear a lot about authenticity especially in Spiritual spaces. Your hosts Caitlin, Sarenth and Jim try to dive into the term, and understand what it means for them, and maybe for you! – Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/around-grandfather-fire/message Suggest a topic or a guest: https://forms.gle/dYrQUpyE7VPDGnUP8 Our Patreon https://ww…

We welcome Jeanine Canty Ph.D. author of Returning the Self to Nature: Undoing Our Collective Narcissism and Healing Our Planet. Our conversation covers the ecopsychology, the multicultural self, cultural trauma, I Am Us, living your questions, can narcissism be positive, apologizing to your ego, getting to know nature, the primal matrix and so muc…

Your hosts get caught up after the Yule break! – Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/around-grandfather-fire/message Suggest a topic or a guest: https://forms.gle/dYrQUpyE7VPDGnUP8 Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/aroundgrandfatherfire Our Buy Me A Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/agfpodcast -- Copyright 2022 -- Tinder Tony, Heidi, Cla…

Your hosts, Maleck, Zephyr and Kim interview some guests about their backgrounds in Paganism, Heathenry and the occult! -- Copyright 2022 -- Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/aroundgrandfatherfire Our Buy Me A Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/agfpodcast *Annual Member Tinder Tony, Heidi, Claire, Hanna, Kristine, Laura Loki, Imtir, Casper K.*, …

We are joined by one of our amazing Discord Mods, Jason Davis aka Falcor to learn about his path, Deities on jet skis, the power of a penny, pineapple on pizza, and his passion for Luck Magic! -- Copyright 2022 -- Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/aroundgrandfatherfire Our Buy Me A Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/agfpodcast *Annual Member Tin…

So much of Heathenry seems focused on Germanic society, what if there was a form of Heathenry that had a broader European outlook? It was a fitting night as snow raged in North America for us to be joined by our guest Snow to talk about Gothic Heathens. https://linktr.ee/Snaiwagaz -- Copyright 2022 -- Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/aroundgrand…

A TikTok friend of Jim’s and Jewish occultist Richard Kamerman joins us to chat about the Kabbalah, reincarnation, cooking, and more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPGchXr7dPQ Richard is drunk_on_decay on TikTok, and @rfkorp on Twitter and Insta -- Copyright 2022 -- Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/aroundgrandfatherfire Our Buy Me A Coffee htt…

Phyllis Curott joins us for this very special episode which became a Rock The Vote episode as well! Buy her new book at https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60256642-spells-for-living-well. Her website: https://www.phylliscurott.com/ BONUS! Phyllis has provided us with a link where you can get a free step-by-step spellcasting pdf. https://www.phylli…

We get are joined by the amazing Risa from the Missing Witches podcast and we talk about feminism in witchcraft, changing the world, animal kinship meditations and the power of keeping your practice private. – Win a reading from Phyllis Curot! https://forms.gle/q8LsV25uUoKCsVfN8 -- Copyright 2022 -- Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/aroundgrandfa…

We get the opportunity to interview Dr. David Wallace of the University of Pittsburgh “My original training was in theoretical physics: I took a Physics PhD (also at Oxford) before my interests took me towards more conceptual and foundational questions in physics, and from there into philosophy. My research interests are mostly in the philosophy of…

We are joined by Dr. Kenneth James of the C G Jung Institute of Chicago to talk about Jungian thought and how it influences and is influenced by Spirituality and modern psychology. And we cover individuation, shadow work, the Kabbala and being the facilitator of your own life along the way! https://jungchicago.org/blog/speaker/james-ken/ – Crossing…

We are joined by Ptahmassu Nofra-Uaa to talk about consecrated vs. awakened icons, Kemetic practice, the Gods changing their minds and more! Official Website: https://www.iconsofkmt.com/ Official Blog: https://www.scribe.iconsofkmt.com/ Official Store: https://ptahmassu-nofrauaa.pixels.com/ To order your copy of Sacred Verses from Lulu or Amazon --…

Your hosts tackle some listener questions including pagan parenting tips, low spoon practice ideas and more! -- Copyright 2022 -- Our patreon is at https://www.patreon.com/aroundgrandfatherfire Thank you to our Patrons! *Annual Member Tinder Tony, Gina*, Cabra, Heidi, Claire, Hanna, Kristine, Laura Loki, Imtir, Casper K.*, Blkcat88, Candy M., Craig…

We are joined by Ryan Smith the author of The Way of Fire and Ice: The Living Tradition of Norse Paganism and host of The Wayward Wanderer podcast. We have a great conversation about issues like white nationalism, prejudice, the tribes of the Gods and more! https://www.onblackwings.com/ https://soundcloud.com/wayward_wanderer https://twitter.com/wa…

Caitlin, Sarenth and Jim interview the amazing Dr.Chandler Puritty, and we talk about the intersectionality of ecology and spirituality! Chandler Puritty is a graduate of Howard University in Washington DC where she majored in biology. She then went on to complete her doctorate in Biology at UC San Diego. She studied how our ever changing climate a…

Caitlin, Sarenth and Jim answer questions from our amazing Discord! -- Copyright 2022 -- Our patreon is at https://www.patreon.com/aroundgrandfatherfire Thank you to our Patrons! *Annual Member Tinder Tony, Gina*, Cabra, Heidi, Claire, Hanna, Kristine, Laura Loki, Imtir, Casper K.*, Blkcat88, Candy M. Spark M Anon, Indi Latrani, Katie, Dashifen*, S…

The amazing and talented Cabra joins Jim and Sarenth for a deep dive into several topics, including philosophy, astrology, Mother Mary and more. https://steelcitywitch.com/ https://spiralheart.org/ http://www.babalonrising.com/ -- Please help Nicole (friend of the show and guest from Episode 43) who is dealing with a car accident that help reveal a…

AGF 90 - Soul Is A Verb Daniel Moler joins us to talk about his book The Shamanic Soul: A Guidebook for Self-Exploration, Healing, and Mysticism.This beginner-friendly book is a one-stop training course in the shamanic arts. Daniel Moler teaches you shamanism through non-appropriative methods, including healing exercises, spell work, divination tec…

Rune Hjárnø Rasmussen and Jósúa Hróðgeir Rood join us to talk about their project to revive the Year of Aun in 2023, a once every eight years cycle of extra renewal and celebration that was once a legal requirement of ancient Norse practice! It has a mythic story of good vs. bad action, and a connection to the astronomical cycle! And since it is a …

Erin Elizabeth Downing joins us to talk about her book Kundalini Yoga Demystified, and we also talk about what Kundalini is, yoga lineages, how yoga is NOT just poses, and the problems within the yoga community. Available everywhere Kundalini Yoga Demystified www.erinelizabethdowning.com -- Copyright 2022 -- Our patreon is at https://www.patreon.co…

Jim and Sarenth interview Awyn Dawn about her new book Paganism for Prisoners. While incarcerated for her struggles with drug addiction, Awyn Dawn began to actively look for her spiritual side―and she found it in Paganism. By developing a profound relationship with the gods, Awyn gained greater clarity and a deep sense of peace. You can too with he…

Tere Parsley Starnes of www.starsdanceastrology.com is a hedge witch, and queer astrologer who is also part of a team of witches running an online astrology-focused mystery school. Starsdance Mystery School www.starsdancemysteryschool.com is creating an online community on their Discord server where they talk astrology, magic, politics and how to b…

Lea Svendsen joins us to talk about the much misunderstood Loki, as well as being raised as an unchurched Heathen, PTSD, and the loyalty of Sigyn. Loki is more than you think, being a loving husband and devoted parent, as well as the God of Accountability. Lea’s book Loki and Sigyn; Lessons on Chaos, Laughter, & Loyalty from the Norse Gods is avail…

Diana Rajchel joins us to talk about her book Hex Twisting: Counter Magick Spells for the Irritated Witch and we talk about what is a jinx, what is a hex and what is a curse, how to diagnose them, family curses and most importantly how to defend yourself! https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/56913481-hex-twisting -- Copyright 2022 -- Our patreon is …

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Jim, Caitlin and Sarenth get caught up, and have a long talk about finding yourself and finding balance as a Spirit Worker in this, the beginning of Season 4! -- Copyright 2022 -- Our patreon is at https://www.patreon.com/aroundgrandfatherfire Thank you to our Patrons! *Annual Member Tinder Tony, Gina*, Cabra, Heidi, Claire, Hanna, Kristine, Laura …

Jack Mercer joins us to hang out for a bit and to do some divination for our listeners. These are good deep readings with us all working together, so you might not ever hear a reading like it! Plus important insights into ancestor work, consistency in your practice, stability, and Jim’s “drop down menu” approach to life. https://www.facebook.com/re…

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It's not formal, it's not structured, it's not an episode! It's a side chat. A Fire-Side Chat. Join one, two or maybe all three hosts as we talk about...whatever! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/around-grandfather-fire/message