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The Winding Path

The Winding Path

By The Winding Path

Let's make some magic.. or at least let's get into the basics of making magic so you can feel more at home in your craft and on your path!

Hosted by Danielle of AWitchAlone, she goes through her 15 years of experience over the various episodes, to try and give back to the community that helped build her.

For the fearful and curious: I promise you won’t spontaneously combust while listening to
this podcast. (But if you do please dial 911 immediately and stop listening.)
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Ep 26 - UPG & Gatekeeping

The Winding PathJul 04, 2022

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Ep 26 - UPG & Gatekeeping

Ep 26 - UPG & Gatekeeping

Using the term gatekeeping in our community is incredibly out of control, & it's becoming a serious issue for those actually trying to protect their cultures, when people keep misusing the term online. So what is it? In order to change, we need to understand, so consider this your lesson.
Jul 04, 202219:36
Episode 25 - Podcast Relaunch & Reintroduction!

Episode 25 - Podcast Relaunch & Reintroduction!

Welcome back or just welcome, to the re-launch of The Winding Path! After a long unplanned hiatus, I’m back and ready to go. So here’s your reintroduction to your hostess! 

May 16, 202221:45
Episode 24 - Yule & The Winter Solstice

Episode 24 - Yule & The Winter Solstice

Today we go over the different correspondences of the winter solstice, the history behind the Yule Log and how to make a modern one, and talk about Shadow Work

Dec 18, 202015:17
Episode 23 - Samhain

Episode 23 - Samhain

Dive into some of the cultures, backgrounds, and correspondences of the witches most loved Sabbat; Samhain

Dec 10, 202018:21
Episode 22 - Wheel of the Year

Episode 22 - Wheel of the Year

A brief introduction into the Wheel of the Year, before we dive into the 8 episode mini-series discussing each Sabbat in detail!

Dec 05, 202010:01
Episode 21 - Influential Practitioners

Episode 21 - Influential Practitioners

Where did we come from? How did the craft get to where it is today? Here's a quick introduction to some to some of the practitioners that were there at the beginning, and the influential ones that continue with it today.

Nov 06, 202011:18
Episode 20.5 - The Daily Witch Show Interview

Episode 20.5 - The Daily Witch Show Interview

My interview with Tonya from The Daily Witch Show about the Book of Shadows that launched in September! It was super fun. We talk about Grimoires, Books of Shadows, how to start it and why we need them!

Oct 21, 202028:34
Episode 20 - Lunar Rituals

Episode 20 - Lunar Rituals

This episode is all moon!

We go over a refresher on the phases of the moon, then go into detail about the monthly moons and the different energies that you can tap into for that moons ritual celebration. Lastly, we discuss things you can do during your rituals, and other ways to channel the full moon energy like moon water. But we don't forget the new moon, blue moon, and black moon!

Sep 30, 202024:07
Episode 19 - Working (Or Not) With Deities

Episode 19 - Working (Or Not) With Deities

One of the question subjects I seem to get quite often is about working with deities; how, what, when, why etc. What to leave for them, how often, how does one even find a deity and begin to work with them. Going from Wicca, to Pantheon jumping, to one set of deities, to now no-deities, I've been around the deity block and have learned a thing or two about our ancestral teachers.

Sep 24, 202026:20
Episode 18.5 - New Name & Platform

Episode 18.5 - New Name & Platform

A brief overview of where you can now find the podcast, and why the new name The Winding Path was chosen.

Sep 21, 202003:24
Episode 18 - Solitary Vs. Coven

Episode 18 - Solitary Vs. Coven

The Pros and Cons of working in a coven vs. working alone.
Aug 22, 202011:45
Episode 17.5 - August Q&A

Episode 17.5 - August Q&A

Augusts Question and Answer Episode!

Questions asked by Instagram followers and answered by me! Unscripted, awkward, and honest!
Aug 15, 202028:40
Episode 17 - Spells

Episode 17 - Spells

Going through the who, what, where, when, why and how of creating and casting your own spells.
Jul 31, 202016:58
Episode 16 - Calling In The Quarters

Episode 16 - Calling In The Quarters

Calling in the Quarters is a common way to invite the elements to join you during a ritual. How would you do that? How do you see each element?
May 21, 202009:27
Episode 15 - Casting Circles And The Cone Of Power

Episode 15 - Casting Circles And The Cone Of Power

Learn how to ground your energy, and raise your protective barriers during spell work, rituals and more.
May 08, 202012:08
Episode 14 - Consecrating

Episode 14 - Consecrating

A how-to when it comes to cleansing your ritual or spell crafting tools for use in your respective crafts.
Apr 30, 202007:58
Episode 13 - A Year And A Day

Episode 13 - A Year And A Day

A short description on the 366 days of practice and why it may benefit you, even if you're not a practicing Wiccan!
Apr 30, 202004:21
Episode 12 - Extra Altar Tools

Episode 12 - Extra Altar Tools

Finishing off the mini-series on Tools of the Trade with this episode that talks about all the extra tools you can use for your rituals or have on your altar at any given time.
Nov 29, 201906:37
Episode 11 - Incense

Episode 11 - Incense

Different incense types and how to incorporate them in your practice.
Jul 26, 201908:32
Episode 10 - Chalice

Episode 10 - Chalice

All about the chalice and how you might use it in your path.
Jul 12, 201905:51
Episode 9 - Cauldron

Episode 9 - Cauldron

All about the Cauldron; basic history, uses, materials, and myths.
Jul 08, 201905:26
Episode 8 - Wand

Episode 8 - Wand

Where to get your wand, what to make it out of and how to use it.
Jun 14, 201905:35
Episode 7 - Athame And Bolline

Episode 7 - Athame And Bolline

The difference between the two sacred knives in your practice, their materials and uses.
May 24, 201905:54
Episode 6 - Besom And The Broom

Episode 6 - Besom And The Broom

Welcome to the mini-series of 7 episodes, all about the Tools of your Trade. We start the first episode with the difference between the Besom and the Broom, and how to use them.
May 10, 201905:15
Episode 5 - Coming Out Of The Broom Closet

Episode 5 - Coming Out Of The Broom Closet

Some tips and tricks to arm you with, when starting to discuss your pathway with those around. Above all: stay safe!
Apr 27, 201906:07
Episode 4 - Practicing In The Broom Closet

Episode 4 - Practicing In The Broom Closet

Tips and tricks for effectively practicing while you’re in the broom closet.
This includes; modifications for things like candles and incense, how to keep your supplies safe, free and easy witches supplies, helpful apps and websites.
Jan 19, 201911:25
Episode 3 - The Pentagram

Episode 3 - The Pentagram

A brief history on the Pentagram; how it was used, its' associations, and how it became known as the "evil" symbol of witchcraft today.
Jan 04, 201908:11
Episode 2 - Wicca Vs Witchcraft

Episode 2 - Wicca Vs Witchcraft

Today's podcast is focused on the differences between the religion of Wicca, the practice of witchcraft, the different pathways and debunking the stereotype that witches worship the devil.

As always, constructive criticism is welcome but any negative, disrespectful comments will be deleted and the user blocked. We are all allowed the freedom of speech, thank you.
Nov 08, 201820:29
Episode 1 - Introduction

Episode 1 - Introduction

The first episode of 'awitchalone''s podcast, the introduction to who she is, what she's aiming to do, and how she found witchcraft in the first place.
Oct 28, 201807:37