Hex Positive

This month, I wanted to talk about a subject near and dear to my own heart - what it’s like to be a witch with ADHD. I invited my good buddy and everyone’s favorite horrible goose, Lozzie Stardust, to join me for the discussion. Buuuut since we’re both in the club, things went off the rails pretty quickly. (We regret nothing. 😅) So we wound up having a rollicking discussion on how to be a witch with ADHD and also providing a window into what it’s like to actually have this condition. (If the content of this episode resonates strongly with you and you have never been tested for or diagnosed with ADHD, you may want to look into it.) Apothecary & Crystal Witch Market Diversity Richmond, Richmond VA Sunday, August 7th, 12pm-5pm Indoor/Outdoor, Masks Requested Facebook Event Page Check my Wordpress for full show notes and a list of sources, as well as show notes for past episodes and information on upcoming events. Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.  Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. This episode is sponsored by: Portland Button Works – http://www.portlandbuttonworks.com PBW Witch Shop – http://www.PBWwitchshop.com MUSIC CREDITS “Spellbound” & “Miri’s Magic Dance” Ads – “Feelin’ Good,” and “Danse Macabre – Violin Hook” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Sometimes the mirror doesn't show us what we want to see. So here's a spell inspired by a much-beloved fairy tale to help increase beauty and self-confidence. And it fits easily into your daily routine! And remember, darlings - you're already gorgeous. If others can't see it, that's THEIR problem. Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Check my Wordpress for full show notes, as well as show notes and sources for past episodes and information on upcoming events. Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.  Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" and "Dreamy Flashback" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

We all joke about the irony of polytheistic witches being called “godless,” but what happens when your craft is quite literally without deities or spirituality of any kind? I sat down with YouTube’s own Sedna Woo to find out. The answer is both simpler and much deeper than you might expect. (Spoiler: I’m totally adding open label placebos to my own practice.) Check out Sedna Woo and subscribe to her channel on YouTube! Mid-Summer Witch Mkt Diversity Richmond, Richmond VA Sunday, June 26 - 12pm-5pm Indoor/Outdoor, Masks Requested Facebook Event Page Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Check my Wordpress for show notes for past episodes and information on upcoming events. Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. This episode is sponsored by: Portland Button Works – http://www.portlandbuttonworks.com The Spiral House – https://portlandbuttonworks.com/spiral-house-shop MUSIC CREDITS “Spellbound” & “Miri’s Magic Dance” Ads – “Feelin’ Good,” and “Danse Macabre – Violin Hook” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Stardust Sessions! In this Patreon-exclusive series, I'll be partnering with my good buddy and fellow Witchstorian Lozzie Stardust to dive into the fascinating events and people surrounding the history of witches and witchcraft. We'll talk about a whole lot of interesting things, maybe have a bit of a laugh, and hopefully tell you all some good stories along the way. In this episode, we discuss a Virginia legend - Grace Sherwood, the Witch of Pungo. Tried and ducked in a bay for her alleged crimes in 1706, Grace was the last person convicted of and imprisoned for witchcraft in the colony of Virginia before the 1735 Witchcraft Act was passed. But as Grace herself would have said, she was no witch. Join my Patreon to catch new episodes of The Stardust Sessions every month in addition to early releases of Hex Positive and Witch Ways, plus lots of other bonus content! Check my Wordpress for full show notes and a list of sources, as well as show notes for past episodes and information on upcoming events. Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. Follow Lozzie Stardust on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter @bihexual and come chat with us in the Nerd & Tie Discord! Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network.

Hope you're all feeling crafty this month, because we're making a Witches' Ladder! Grab your yarn, craft feathers, and bells, and get ready to make an early-warning system for trouble of all sorts. Another classic from The Sisters Grimmoire, Vol I. Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Check my WordPress for show notes for past episodes and information on upcoming events. Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and WordPress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. MUSIC CREDITS “Carpe Diem” and “Air Prelude” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Happy Podcastiversary! Hex Positive is officially two years old and I thought I'd celebrate with an important discussion about growth. We all start out with ideas and impressions that we must unlearn, re-examine, and correct over time. This constant cycle of critical thinking and re-evaluation in response to new information is a normal and necessary part of a healthy practice. It is how we grow as practitioners and as people.  And in an effort to lead by example, I sat down with my podcast senpai Trae Dorn, resident lovable curmudgeon and host of our sibling show BS-Free Witchcraft, to talk about the bullshit we used to believe as novice witches and how we outgrew those ideas. You'll have to make your own mistakes and learn your own lessons, but perhaps by hearing our stories, you can avoid one or two of those pitfalls. Make sure you listen to the Portland Button Works ad for a special discount code! Oddities Witch Market Sunday, May 15th, 1pm-6pm Diversity Richmond, Richmond VA Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Check my Wordpress for show notes for past episodes and information on upcoming events. Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. This episode is sponsored by: Portland Button Works – http://www.portlandbuttonworks.com The Spiral House – https://portlandbuttonworks.com/spiral-house-shop It's their 10-year anniversary, so make sure you show them some extra love this month! MUSIC CREDITS “Spellbound” & “Miri’s Magic Dance” Ads – “Feelin’ Good,” and “Danse Macabre – Violin Hook” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Sorry it's a bit late this month, my darlings! My usual recording schedule got flipped a bit, what with a certain special project and getting ready for the May anniversary. But here you go! We're back to the fairy tales this month with a little attraction spell from The Sisters Grimmoire, Vol I. This is a three-day spell to help bring an ideal person into your life and create an easily-recognized sign to signal their arrival. Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Check my Wordpress for show notes for past episodes and information on upcoming events. Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" and "Aquarium" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

IT’S FINALLY HERE – the long-await Easter Rant! If you’ve been  following me on tumblr, you may already know how salty I get about  internet posts claiming Ostara and Easter are the same holiday…and you  may know that I’ve gotten into literal fights over the topic. So once  and for all, I’m laying it all out to explore the origins of both Easter  and Ostara and to finally answer the age-old question: which came first  – the bunny or the egg? Special thanks to will-o-the-witch for reviewing my material to make sure my gentile ass was actin’ right  and for correcting me on several very important points. Thank you for  taking the time and for continuing to share your knowledge and insights  with the community! Check my Wordpress for sources and full show notes, as well as announcement and a schedule of upcoming events! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and WordPress. For more information on  how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. This episode is sponsored by: Portland Button Works – http://www.portlandbuttonworks.com PBW Witch Shop – http://www.PBWwitchshop.com MUSIC CREDITS “Spellbound” & “Miri’s Magic Dance” Ads – “Feelin’ Good,” and “Danse Macabre – Violin Hook” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Spells don't always have to be big, complicated rituals in order to be effective. Sometimes the most powerful charm is the one you do with a snap of your fingers. To that end, here are some Quickie Charms from my personal repertoire. Adapted from Grovedaughter Witchery. Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You  can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and  Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get  access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.   Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

WE'RE BAAA-AAAACK! And to celebrate, I'm covering a timely topic that's been tripping me up lately. We all encounter it sooner or later - that feeling of being bogged down, tired, uninspired, and unmotivated. The dreaded Slump. It happens in our craft just as much as our mundane lives and it can be hard to conquer. So, what’s a witch to do when motivation is meh and inspo is a no-go? Join me as Hex Positive returns from hiatus with lots of tips for avoiding burnout, finding your spark, and reinvigorating your practice. Spring Equinox Market Sunday, March 13th, 1pm-6pm Diversity Richmond Visit the Facebook Event Page for full details. Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. This episode is sponsored by: Portland Button Works – http://www.portlandbuttonworks.com PBW Witch Shop – http://www.PBWwitchshop.com MUSIC CREDITS “Spellbound” & “Miri’s Magic Dance” Ads – “Feelin’ Good,” and “Danse Macabre – Violin Hook” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Hello witches! Haven't seen you all in forever, it feels like. I'm gearing up to return from my long winter's nap in the beginning of March, but first here's a little ramble to let you know how things are going. See you soon! 😁 -Bree

Originally aired on my Patreon. For this special episode, it's time to hop in the Wayback Machine! I sat down with my oldest friend, Jai McGrainer (we've literally known each other since we were twelve), to chat about her path as a healer and her marvelous holistic health clinic, Azalea House of Healing. There's a fair amount of reminiscing about our teenage years and our shared roots in magical topics. Check out Azalea House of Healing in Warr Acres, OK, or visit their website. Follow my show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. This episode is sponsored by: Portland Button Works PBW Witch Shop MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Ads - "Feelin' Good" & "Danse Macabre - Violin Hook" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this special bonus episode, I sit down with my old friend and sister in the craft, Jenna. We chitchat about our days as basement witches, the informal coven-of-two we started, our old witchy haunts from back in the day, and what we're up to now. Along the way, the in-jokes fly, madness reigns, and somebody busts out a lolcat version of the Wiccan Rede. Make sure you stay tuned all the way to the end for a special Clow Card reading of what the coming year has in store! Follow my show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.  Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. Check out Don Martin's new podcast, Head On Fire! This episode is sponsored by: Portland Button Works PBW Witch Shop Visit Bekkathyst for the annual crystal clearance sale! MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Every witch needs a good repertoire of protection spells. Shields and wards are all well and good, but if you want your magical defenses to have a little more bite, try creating a tiny household guardian with "Eyes Like Coals." (Note: You will have to feed it.) Adapted from The Sisters Grimmoire, Vol. I, 2nd edition. Visit my shop for books and other witchy goodies! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

As we close out 2021, it seems like a good time to cover some basic home protection spells and warding techniques. In this episode, I cover the creation of wards and anchors, how to cast wards around your home, and what home protection magic can...and more importantly, CANNOT....keep away. I’ll be taking a short break and posting some Patreon bonus episodes for January and February, so I’ll see you all again next spring! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. Recommended Reading: By Rust of Nail and Prick of Thorn by Althaea Sebastiani Practical Protection Magic by Ellen Dugan The Ruins of Ambrai by Melanie Rawn The Black Jewels Series by Anne Bishop Althaea Sebastiani - Home MUSIC CREDITS “Spellbound” & “Miri’s Magic Dance” Ads – “Feelin’ Good,” and “Danse Macabre – Violin Hook” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Few things in life are more infuriating than seeing your power usurped by others, or worse, stolen from you And nothing is more satisfying than taking it back. If you're feeling beaten down and set upon, draw up your list of grievances and cry, "All Heads Off But Mine!" Adapted from The Sisters Grimmoire, Vol. I, 2nd edition. Visit my shop for books and other witchy goodies! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" & "Failing Defense" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Halloween may be over, but I’m not ready to be done with Spooky Season just yet! As such, this month, I’m diving into the history of Ouija boards, tracing their origins from the spiritualist camps of the late 1800s to their development as a popular party game to some of the modern myths surrounding the board. We’ll try to separate fact from urban legend, and the source of some of the things we THINK we know might surprise you. Stuff You Missed In History Class - The Possession of Roland Doe (Oct. 27, 2021) See my Wordpress for full show notes and sources. Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Visit my shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. This episode is sponsored by: Portland Button Works – http://www.portlandbuttonworks.com PBW Witch Shop – http://www.PBWwitchshop.com MUSIC CREDITS “Spellbound” & “Miri’s Magic Dance” Ads – “Feelin’ Good,” and “Danse Macabre – Violin Hook” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

As promised, it’s your Halloween treat - another installment of Listener Ghost Stories! We’ve got another marvelous collection this year, and I hope you enjoy them in all their spooky...and occasionally poignant…glory. Producer Penny makes a guest appearance to provide commentary. (Listen all the way to end for an adorable outtake!) Happy Halloween, witches! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Visit my shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network.

It's a special Samhain bonus episode for all you lovely witches! I had the distinct pleasure of sitting down with Lee Curtis-Rogers of "Do The Magical Thing" to talk shop. We got into SO many things, from "outside the box" magical thinking to mental health and witchcraft to what it's like to be community educators and influencers, plus our plans for the upcoming holiday. Make sure you check out Lee's marvelous YouTube channel and subscribe so you can catch all the latest installments of "Do The Magical Thing!" Follow my show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Visit my shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

With a simple change of intention and timing, a spell can heal or harm as the caster wishes. "The Nesting Toad" is a perfect representation of this concept. What will you use it for? The choice is entirely up to you. Adapted from The Sisters Grimmoire, Vol. I, 2nd edition. Visit my shop for books and other witchy goodies! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" & "Lone Harvest" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Spooky Season is upon us and thanks to last month’s trip into the history of witch trials, I’ve got a score to settle with some witch-hating dead guys - Witchfinder General Matthew Hopkins and Witch-Pricker John Stearne. Luckily, my trusty witch pal and fellow WItchstorian Lozzie Stardust is ready to wade into the fray with me. The witch finders don’t stand a chance! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.  Witch With Me - Book Club and 2021 Witch Census Samhain Witch Market Diversity Richmond, Richmond VA Sunday, October 17, 2021, 3pm-9pm Indoor/Outdoor, Masks Required Facebook Event Page Visit my Wordpress shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. This episode is sponsored by: Portland Button Works - http://www.portlandbuttonworks.com PBW Witch Shop - http://www.PBWwitchshop.com SOURCES: Historical Dictionary of Witchcraft (Bailey) Encyclopedia of Witchcraft (Golden) A History of Witchcraft In England from 1558 to 1718 (Notestein) Wikipedia Article - Matthew Hopkins Wikipedia Article - Bury St. Edmund's witch trials MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Ads - "Feelin' Good" and "Danse Macabre - Violin Hook" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

As promised, the followup episode is here! This time, I'm digging into witchcraft as it relates to modern law, plus covering a few key 20th-century events that I missed in Episode 20 and some legal codes that may apply to your practice even if they don't deal with witchcraft directly. We'll also be discussing some instances of modern witch hunts that are still occurring in some parts of the world and there are articles you can check out for more information in the show notes on my Wordpress.  Books and podcasts cited in this episode: America Bewitched: The story of witchcraft after Salem (Owen Davies) American Hysteria, Eps. 4 & 5 - "Satanic Panic, pt 1 & 2" BS-Free Witchcraft, Ep. 10 - "The Satanic Panic" Lore, Ep. 62 - "Desperate Measures" Morbid Podcast - Ep. 122-125, “The West Memphis Three, pt 1-3” Sacred Actions: Living the Wheel of the Year though Earth-Centered Sustainable Practices (Dana O'Driscoll) Witch With Me - Book Club and 2021 Witch Census Samhain Witch Market Diversity Richmond, Richmond VA Sunday, October 17, 2021, 3pm-9pm Indoor/Outdoor, Masks Required Facebook Event Page This episode is sponsored by: Portland Button Works - http://www.portlandbuttonworks.com PBW Witch Shop - http://www.PBWwitchshop.com Global Grey Ebooks - http://www.globalgreyebooks.com Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.  Visit my Wordpress shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Ads - "Feelin' Good," "March of the Spoons," and "Danse Macabre - Violin Hook" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Surprise surprise, witches! It's a special bonus episode! This month, I sat down for a chat with the absolutely delightful host of the Inciting A Riot podcast and soon-to-be-published author, Fire Lyte. We talked about how he got his start in witchcraft, how his holistic views on education influenced his practice, and how the events of 2020 informed and influenced his forthcoming book. The Dabbler's Guide to Witchcraft is available for pre-order, so make sure you reserve your copy today! Also, make sure you check out Inciting A Riot wherever you get your podcasts and on Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram. Follow Hex Positive on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.  Visit my Wordpress shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Whether you need a change in circumstances or a quick boost to your bank account or you just want to go to the festival, "The Golden Tree" just might be able to help. Make the charm when you can, then use it when you need it. Adapted from The Sisters Grimmoire, Vol. I, 2nd edition. Visit my shop for books and other witchy goodies! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" & "Teller of Tales" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Grab your pencils, witches - it’s time for a history lesson! This month, I’m digging deep into the history of witchcraft-related laws and how changing views on magic, religion, and superstition first denied the existence of witches, then panicked over their alleged activities, and finally settled into something resembling common sense. This is a long slog, encompassing over 3000 years of history from a broomstick-height view, and I get off on a few tangents where history crosses paths with modern issues. But if you’re a history buff, you’re gonna love this episode! I ended up having to split this subject into two installments, since the project turned out to be a little too ambitious for a single episode. Part Two will be up later this month, when we’ll explore modern laws related to witchcraft and some of the actual witch hunts still occurring in the world today. A partial transcript is available on my Wordpress, along with citations for my main sources and some suggestions for further reading.  This episode is sponsored by: Crowsbone - http://www.crowsbone.com Portland Button Works - http://www.portlandbuttonworks.com PBW Witch Shop - http://www.PBWwitchshop.com Global Grey Ebooks - http://www.globalgreyebooks.com Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Visit my Wordpress shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Ads - "Holiday Weasel," "Feelin' Good," and "March of the Spoons" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Planning a little persuasion magic? Need to improve someone's attitude? Mix up a batch of Sweetening Powder and start turning those opinions in your favor. (This recipe and many more are available in Pestlework!) Visit my shop for books and other witchy goodies! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this special bonus episode, I sit down with Alex Wrekk of Portland Button Works to discuss the role of witchcraft in modern activism. (Standard tangents apply.) We also talk about the upcoming SASS Witch Con which you should DEFINITELY check out! SASS WITCH CON REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Join us August 13-15 for panels, talks, workshops, vendors, chats, and community for science type witches! All Access and discord server: $25 Recorded access and discord server: $15 Check out the Facebook event page for registration, vending opportunities, super neat merch, and programming including our free Witches' Brew event on August 6 to find out what we are all about. Visit my shop for books and other witchy goodies! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magical Dance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

(UPDATE: Fixed audio issues and restored first half. Thank you for your patience!) Tarot and tarot-reading have been a part of the modern witchcraft movement since the 1960s. But where did these cards and their meanings come from? Are they secretly Ancient Egyptian mystical texts? Do they have their origins among the Romani people? Are they a sacred closed practice that should not be used by outsiders? Nope, nope, and nope. This month, we delve into the actual history of tarot cards, discover their origins on the gaming tables of Italy and France, meet the people who developed their imagery and symbolism into the deck we know today, and debunk some of the nonsense that's been going around lately concerning their use. The Witchstorian is putting on her research specs for this one! SASS WITCH CON REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Join us August 13-15 for panels, talks, workshops, vendors, chats, and community for science type witches! All Access and discord server: $25 Recorded access and discord server: $15 Check out the Facebook event page for registration, vending opportunities, super neat merch, and programming including our free Witches' Brew event on August 6 to find out what we are all about. Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. This episode is sponsored by: Crowsbone - http://www.crowsbone.com Portland Button Works - http://www.portlandbuttonworks.com PBW Witch Shop - http://www.PBWwitchshop.com Global Grey Ebooks - http://www.globalgreyebooks.com Visit my Wordpress shop to purchase my books, exclusive podcast merch, and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. Soundbyte from Futurama ("The Series Has Landed," S1E2), The Curiosity Company, 20th Century Fox Television, Rough Draft Studios, 1999. MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Ads - "Holiday Weasel," "Feelin' Good," and "March of the Spoons" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

If you love crystals, you're in luck! I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Bekka of the popular crystal shop Bekkathyst to talk about everyone's favorite shiny rocks and what it's like to own a witchcraft-based business. Make sure you check out her wares on all her social media, particularly on Tumblr, and be on the lookout for her periodic flash sales. Support small business by getting your crystals from Bekkathyst.com! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon - http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Visit my Wordpress shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Bekkathyst Ad - "Frost Waltz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

When you need some tranquility in your life, try a pinch of Harmony Salt! It's simple, it smells nice, and it helps keep your space a little more peaceful. Visit my shop for books and other witchy goodies! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

So there you are - you've done your prep, you've cast your spell, annnnd now you wait. And wait. And wait some more. (How long does this take, anyway?) So how do you know if your spells have worked? And what happens if they don't work at all? This one comes with a little extra philosophizing on why we get so down on ourselves when witchcraft doesn't work the way we expect it to. And of course, some extra affirmations for those of you who need to hear them. Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. This episode is sponsored by: Crowsbone - http://www.crowsbone.com Portland Button Works - http://www.portlandbuttonworks.com PBW Witch Shop - http://www.PBWwitchshop.com Global Grey Ebooks - http://www.globalgreyebooks.com Visit my Wordpress shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Ads - "Holiday Weasel," "Feelin' Good," "March of the Spoons," and "Danse Macabre - Violin Hook" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

We've discussed what to do to cast curses, but what do you do if someone has placed a curse on YOU? Destroy their spell and their power over you with "Fearless In The Fire," a heavy-duty cursebreaker from the pages of The Sisters Grimmoire, Vol. I, 2nd edition. Visit my shop for books and other witchy goodies! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" & "Five Armies" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

You wanted it, you got it! After a full year, it's the long-awaited hex talk. Or hex education, if you will. This month, I'm diving into the basics of baneful magic, what it is, how to do it, and how to protect yourself during your magical mud-slinging. (I do recommend listening to Ep. 3 "Hex Positive" before this episode if you haven't already done so, especially if you have questions about the Threefold Law.) Come by my table at the Pride Witch Market on Sunday June 13th! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. This episode is sponsored by: Crowsbone - http://www.crowsbone.com Portland Button Works - http://www.portlandbuttonworks.com PBW Witch Shop - http://www.PBWwitchshop.com Global Grey Ebooks - http://www.globalgreyebooks.com Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Ads - "Holiday Weasel," "Feelin' Good," and "March of the Spoons" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this special anniversary bonus episode, I'm giving you all some HOMEWORK. Don't worry, it's extra credit and it won't be on a test. If you're feeling low on inspiration or looking for ways to grow in your craft, give these Witchcraft Exercises a try! Transcripts are available on my Wordpress. Exercise 1 - Quantifying Your Craft Exercise 2 - Home Brews Exercise 3 - Dig Through The Ditches Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Visit my shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

This is my favorite money-draw spell! Adapted from the classic story of Rumpelstiltskin, this spell uses materials that crafty witches may already have around the house to create a simple set-it-and-forget-it wealth spell. If you've ever wanted to do one, but weren't sure where to start, give this a try! Visit my shop for books and other witchy goodies! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" & "Midnight Tale" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

It's the anniversary special! To celebrate one full year of Hex Positive, I'm answering some of your burning questions about witchcraft and magic. Here's to Year One in the books and hopefully many more to come! Plant Magic Book Recommendations The Druid's Garden Wordpress Blog Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. This episode is sponsored by: Crowsbone - http://www.crowsbone.com Portland Button Works - http://www.portlandbuttonworks.com PBW Witch Shop - http://www.PBWwitchshop.com Visit my shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Ads - "Holiday Weasel," "Feelin' Good," and "Danse Macabre - Violin Hook" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Potionmaking meets witchcraft activism in Not On My Watch Vinegar. Once you've made it, you'll know what to do with it. Stay safe out there, witches! Visit my shop for books and other witchy goodies! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this special bonus episode originally aired on Patreon, Lozzie Stardust joins me in the virtual studio for a discussion of witchcraft and history surrounding The Scottish Play. You know, Macbeth? (HOT POTATO, OFF HIS DRAWERS, PUCK WILL MAKE AMENDS...ouch!) We give some fun historical context to the story and the witchy goings-on in the play, get off on several tangents, and generally have a rollicking good time. By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked this way comes! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. This episode is sponsored by: Crowsbone Portland Button Works PBW Witch Shop Visit my shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network. (Join our Discord server!) Audio Clip - Blackadder the Third, "Sense and Senility." BBC, 1987. MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Ads - "Holiday Weasel," "Feelin' Good," and "Danse Macabre - Violin Hook" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Need a little something to add to your emotional healing spells? Try a pinch or two of Simple Joys Powder! (And always remember to practice self care and take your meds!) By the by, if you don't have cherry blossoms handy, pink roses or peonies should work just fine. Visit my shop for books and other witchy goodies! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

This month, I sat down with author, painter, permaculturist, and the head of the Ancient Order of Druids in America, Dana O’Driscoll. We had a lovely chat about druidry, caring for the land, adapting ancient traditions to modern realities, and how to incorporate nature-based spirituality into your everyday life, no matter where you live. (Witness me trying to keep it together through some personal revelations.) Check out Dana’s beautiful hand-painted oracle decks and her forthcoming book, “Sacred Actions: Earth-Centered Sustainable Practices,” and visit her blog and Etsy shop at the links below! The Druid's Garden Website The Druid's Garden Wordpress Blog The Druid's Garden Art on Instagram The Druid's Garden LLC Etsy (Buy the Tarot of the Trees and Plant Spirit Oracle here!) Tarot of the Trees Deck Plant Spirit Oracle Sacred Actions: Earth-Centered Sustainable Practices (coming May 2021!) For more information on Druidry: Ancient Order of Druids in America OBOD: Order of Bards, Ovates, & Druids Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. This episode is sponsored by: Crowsbone Portland Button Works PBW Witch Shop Visit my shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Ads - "Holiday Weasel," "Feelin' Good," and "Danse Macabre - Violin Hook" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

You wanted it, you got it! In this episode of Witch Ways, I'm happy to present "Apple of my Eye," an adaptation of the love spell that I cast for myself some years ago, which lead to a magical meet-cute with the man who would later become my wonderful husband. This spell will be available as part of the Relationships section of The Sisters Grimmoire, Vol. II, and is a special sneak peek at my latest book. Visit my a href="http://BreeNicGarran.wordpress.com/shop">Wordpress shop for books and other witchy goodies. Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network. MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" & "Ascending the Vale" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Happy February! Time for overpriced candy, cheesy romantic ads, and a serious talk about modern love magic. Specifically, why consent needs to be a part of it. (And of course, this is not to say that magic which seeks to circumvent or overwhelm free will does not exist or does not work. This is certainly a thing that exists. It’s well-established in quite a few old-world traditions like strega and curandero, among others, and even modern-day witchcraft books talk about persuasion and glamour and command magic. And all this is fine. I just want to be clear that I take personal issue when free will is undermined or ignored in love magic, specifically.) Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. This episode is sponsored by: Azalea House of Healing

In this episode of Witch Ways, we're back to the potions cupboard. Need to protect your doorways and sacred spaces? Mix up a batch of "Threshold Powder" from Pestlework! Oh and...bring a hammer. Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Bree's Wordpress Shop - Books, kits, buttons, and so much more! Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network. MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

It's easy to find advice and information on creative ways to gather supplies and practice your craft. But what's a witch to do when your living situation makes open practice impossible? This month, I dive into a plethora of tips for all my darling stealth witches out there - how to gather supplies, cast spells, conduct research, venerate your chosen deities, and generally survive as a witch when you're stuck in the broom closet. (And yes, I also talk about that particular expression.) A transcript of this episode is available here. Bree's Wordpress Shop - Books, Kits, Buttons, and much more! Please rate & review, and follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the

Happy Holidays, witches! As a special treat, I'm releasing a super special guest episode of Hex Positive! Pardon my joyous cackling as I welcome the absolutely fabulous S.J. Tucker to the show for a chat about music, magic, and all the ways they intersect. We get gloriously off-topic in all directions, giggle a bunch, and Sooj delivers a surprise that brings me to tears. Stay tuned after the chat for Sooj's marvelous song, "Witchka!" May you raise your eyes and never bow your head. We are not alone. Raven Brings Light To This House Of Stories art installation Visit S.J. Tucker online: www.SJTucker.com S.J. Tucker on Patreon S.J. Tucker on Bandcamp Follow @sjtuckermusic on TikTok and Instagram, and catch her shows at Online Concert Thing. Hex Positive is a proud member of the Nerd & Tie Network. MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Witchka" (c) S.J. Tucker, used with permission.

On this episode of Witch Ways, it's time to crack open your craft boxes and make some ornament charms! I've adapted the Witchballs chapter of Grovedaughter Witchery for this episode, and included a score of recipe ideas to get you started on your projects. Feel free to create your own! Visit my Wordpress shop for books and other witchy goodies! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network. MUSIC CREDITS Music: "Christmas Fairy" https://www.purple-planet.com

When you're a secular witch in a spiritual world, it can be hard to know what to do around the various holidays. So I've decided to sit down and parse out what non-religious celebrations for witchy holidays might look like. I'm using the Wheel of the Year as a model, since it's easy to follow, but all of the ideas presented in this episode can be applied to whatever seasonal festivals you enjoy. For further info on secular witchcraft: UpTheWitchyPunx AskSecularWitch Brainscan #33 - DIY Witchery Bree's Wordpress Shop - Books, Kits, Buttons, and much more! Please rate & review, and follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the

In this special holiday bonus episode, I share some of my favorite autumnal feast recipes - Roast Turkey with Cranberry Stuffing and Apple-Potato Dressing, Colcannon, Oven-Roasted Asparagus and Brussel Sprouts, Cranberry-Pumpkin Bread, and Pumpkin Spice Coffee. A full transcript of this episode is available on my Wordpress. Please consider lending your contributions and support to the following causes: -Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women -Stand with Standing Rock -Protect Mauna Kea -The Navajo Water Project -1492 Land Back Lane Legal Fund -Mi'kmaq Rights Initiative -Stop Work on Djab Wurring Country I've included the following articles for more information on these causes and to help raise awareness for others: -In ‘Lobster War,’ Indigenous Canadians Face Attacks by Fishermen -Native Tribes Are Being Poisoned By Pesticides Made By U.S. Companies -Many Native Americans Can't Get Clean Water, Report Finds -How 3 Native American tribes are fighting to protect sacred land from logging, oil pipelines, and a billion-dollar telescope -Apache tribe marches to protect sacred Arizona site from copper mine -Killing the Vegas Pipeline: Nevada's attitude toward water is changing Come visit my table at the RVA Witches Unite Yule Market on Dec. 6th! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the

On this episode of Witch Ways, we explore a gentle positive persuasion spell in "More Flies With Honey." Got some sour-minded relatives you have to deal with this holiday season? Find yourself a beeswax candle and give this spell a try! Visit my Wordpress shop for books and other witchy goodies - http://BreeNicGarran.wordpress.com/shop Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network - http://www/NerdandTie.com/Hex MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" and "Midnight Tale" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/0

On this special bonus episode (originally posted on my Patreon), I'm joined in the virtual studio by Kai from "Witchcraft for the Restless." We have a good long ramble about personal traditions, holidays, the Wheel of the Year, and how we navigate the calendar as witches. Turns out we've got a surprising amount in common! (Please pardon the sketchy audio on my end. My microphone was having some issues. Plus, we were interrupted by pets!) Please rate & review, and follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the

A potion-seller in a fairytale forest must defend her home when an errant customer brings trouble to her door. Written and Narrated by Bree NicGarran A little something I put together on request for Fire Lyte's Samhain special and my first foray into voiceover narration of this kind. Hope you enjoy! Music Credits Midnight Tale | Earth Prelude | Air Prelude | Lightless Dawn Sneaky Snitch | Oppressive Gloom | Volatile Reaction Long Road Ahead | Shores of Avalon | Folk Round Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

It's a Halloween bonus episode, made possible by Listeners Like You! A few months back, I sent out a call for listeners to send in their personal ghost stories and you did NOT disappoint! I'm pleased (and slightly terrified) to bring you this collection of scary tales as the finale of our month of spooky goodness. Remember to keep sending in those screenshots of your ratings and reviews to be eligible for the giveaway drawing on Halloween night, and follow @hex_podcast on Twitter so you don't miss the announcement! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the

The season rolls on and spooky things abound! In this episode, I return to some of my roots and talk about ghosts and hauntings...and how to get rid of them. Some witches work with spirits; some just want to show them the door. This one's for the latter. Make sure you rate & review the show on your favorite podcatcher, send in those screenshots for the giveaway, and tune in every week this month for lots of Halloween fun! Articles: Huffington Post - Indigenous People Want Brands To Stop Selling Sage And Smudge Kits Beauty Independent - Native Americans Troubled By The Appropriation And Commoditization Of Smudging Come visit my table at the RVA Coven Samhain Market! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the

On this episode of Witch Ways, it's a special Halloween edition of the show! Since it's my favorite time of year, I'm giving all of you sneak peek at my forthcoming book, The Sisters Grimmoire Vol. II. This charm for protection during liminal times is tailor-made for the holiday, and I hope you all enjoy it! Come visit my table at the RVA Coven Samhain Market! https://www.facebook.com/events/624282457976600 Visit my Wordpress shop for books and other witchy goodies - http://BreeNicGarran.wordpress.com/shop Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network - http://www/NerdandTie.com/Hex MUSIC CREDITS "Netherworld Shanty" and "Dark Walk" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

On this episode of Witch Ways, I make my first foray into the world of guided meditations. "Don Thy Armor" is an adaptation of my own method for creating personal shields. You can use it anytime, anywhere - no tools or setup required! Please note that I do not recommend listening to the guided meditation in today's episode while you are driving. A trimmed-down version of this episode featuring the meditation alone is available for Patreon subscribers. Come visit my table at the RVA Coven Samhain Market! https://www.facebook.com/events/624282457976600 Visit my Wordpress shop for books and other witchy goodies - http://BreeNicGarran.wordpress.com/shop Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network - http://www/NerdandTie.com/Hex MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" and "Dewdrop Fantasy" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music: Moonrise by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Happy Month of Halloween, witches! We're kicking things off with a bang. Or perhaps a BOO. Guest Host Jenn, aka TheOuijaGirl of tumblr fame, joins me in the virtual studio to talk about...and debunk...some modern myths about ghosts and the paranormal. We talk about those "ancient pagan ritual" spirit games, the origin of 3am as the witching hour (spoiler: it isn't), why the original Ouija boards were way too sexy, why TV ghost hunters are just RUDE, and lots more! Follow TheOuijaGirl at http://TheOuijaGirl.tumblr.com. Make sure you rate & review the show on your favorite podcatcher, and tune in every week this month for lots of Halloween fun! Come visit my table at the RVA Coven Samhain Market! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. Proud member of the

Hope you've got your pencils ready! In Part Two, we'll cover methods and materials, incantations, preparation, the actual casting of the spell, and documenting your work for future reference. If you happen to use this method to write and cast a spell of your own, feel free to let me know how it went! Hex Positive merch now available on Redbubble - https://www.redbubble.com/people/HexPositive/shop Visit my Wordpress shop to purchase books and other witchy goodies - http://BreeNicGarran.wordpress.com/shop Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network - http://www/NerdandTie.com/Hex This episode is sponsored by Witchcraft for the Restless. Find the show on your favorite podcast app! MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Ad 1 - "Somewhere Sunny (ver 2)" Ad 2 - "Danse Macabre - Violin Hook" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

On this month's Witch Ways, it's another dose of medicinal magic with my recipe for Sickroom Salt. If you've got healing magic to do, this easy-to-make recipe from Pestlework can help to enhance your enchantment! Disclaimer: This spell is not a cure or a guarantee of recovery, nor does it prevent any disease. There is no spell or charm that can protect you from COVID-19. Please observe all precautions (including masks, isolation, and social distancing) and seek medical help if you become seriously ill. Visit my Wordpress shop for books and other witchy goodies - http://BreeNicGarran.wordpress.com/shop Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network - http://www/NerdandTie.com/Hex MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

With back-to-school season upon us, I'm putting on my professor robes and bringing you a two-part episode on How To Write Your Own Spells! Have your pencils ready, you're going to want to take notes. Part One focuses on setting your intent, deciding how you want it to manifest, what or whom the spell will affect, the longevity of the effect, and timing your spells to an advantageous day or lunar phase for best results. And that's just the first half of the lesson! Tune in later this month for Part Two! Hex Positive merch now available on Redbubble - https://www.redbubble.com/people/HexPositive/shop Visit my Wordpress to purchase books and other witchy goodies - http://BreeNicGarran.wordpress.com/shop Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network - http://www/NerdandTie.com/Hex This episode is sponsored by Shadow Rose Tarot - http://Shadow-Rose-Tarot.tumblr.com MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Ad - "Rites" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

On this month's Witch Ways, it's time for a little TLC with The Water of Life. Even though magic is no substitute for medical care, it's always nice to have a good strong healing spell in your arsenal...just in case!  Disclaimer: This spell is not a cure or a guarantee of recovery, nor does it prevent any disease. There is no spell or charm that can protect you from COVID-19. Please observe all precautions (including masks, isolation, and social distancing) and seek medical help if you become seriously ill. Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network - http://www/NerdandTie.com/Hex MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Visit my Wordpress shop for books and witchy goodies! http://BreeNicGarran.wordpress.com MUSIC CREDITS "Danse Macabre - Violin Hook" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Trae Dorn of BS-Free Witchcraft joins Bree in the virtual studio to discuss science denial in the witchcraft community. And why believing in magic doesn't excuse magical thinking, especially when it comes to healthcare. Shhh, our common sense is tingling! Check out our sibling show BS-Free Witchcraft, also on the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network - http://www/NerdandTie.com/Hex This month's episode was sponsored by The Vagabond Tabby. https://thevagabondtabby.com   MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Ad - "Carefree" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

On this month's Witch Ways, we visit the realm of fairytale-inspired magic with "Seven-Year Bath" from The Sisters Grimmoire. Every witch needs a good cleansing spell in their arsenal and this one is a personal favorite. And who doesn't love a cleansing spell that also involves a nice hot bath! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network - http://www/NerdandTie.com/Hex MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In light of current events, I've decided to offer my original spell, The Singing Bone, as a special bonus episode. The text version of the spell is available on my Wordpress for anyone who might need it. Based on a Brothers Grimm story of the same name, The Singing Bone is a targeted call for justice which I hope will come in handy for witches seeking to use their craft to help in the current crisis. Text Version - https://breenicgarran.wordpress.com/2020/07/05/the-singing-bone-a-spell-for-justice/ Hex Positive is a proud supporter of Black Lives Matter. Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network - http://www/NerdandTie.com/Hex MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound," "Floating Cities," & "Miri's Magic Dance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Get out those pencils! This month, we're delving into a boatload of advice for beginner witches. From avoiding common pitfalls to flexing your research muscles to discovering your specialty, and a lesson on magical fire safety too. There's...a lot. I may have gone overboard. This is the Stuff I Wish Someone Had Told Me Ages Ago episode you won't want to miss! If you'd liked this episode and wouldn't mind having a book like that in your library, check out my published works on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Bree-NicGarran/e/B019PYEFWU/ Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network - http://www/NerdandTie.com/Hex This month's episode is sponsored by Bekkathyst. http://www.bekkathyst.com  MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Ad - "Frost Waltz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Our first interim episode! Witch Ways will be little monthly minisodes between the full-length episodes of Hex Positive, just to give you a little something to tide you over. This month, it's the recipe and usage tips for my famous Banishing Powder. It's easy and inexpensive to make, it smells wonderful (just don't sniff too hard), and it WORKS. I've sworn by this powder for years. Give it try...maybe you will too! Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network - http://www/NerdandTie.com/Hex MUSIC CREDITS "Carpe Diem" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Our first full-length episode! This time, we're delving into what it means to be Hex Positive, as well as discussing and dismantling some of the confusion surrounding the use of hexes and curses. Just what IS the Threefold Law anyway? The answer may surprise you. (Pardon the bumps in the latter part of the episode, there was a kitty knocking about in my recording area.) Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network - http://www/NerdandTie.com/Hex MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" & "Carefree" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In the second episode, we'll clarify what defines a witch for the purposes of this podcast, including the possible origins of the word "witch" and some associated modern changes to the definition with regard to gender neutrality, as well as a reading of "What Makes A Witch?" from Grovedaughter Witchery.  Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network - http://www/NerdandTie.com/Hex MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Welcome to the first episode of Hex Positive! This is a brief overview of the type of content you can expect, a little background about your intrepid narrator, and clarification of some important info before we dive in. Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran. Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network - http://www/NerdandTie.com/Hex MUSIC CREDITS "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

From Bree NicGarran, author of Grovedaughter Witchery, comes Hex Positive, a practical witchcraft podcast. Every month, we'll delve into tips for the development of your craft, issues facing the community, witches in history and media, and what it means to be a witch in modern times. Coming Soon to the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network! Follow the show on Twitter at @hex_podcast, and check out the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network at NerdAndTie.com. "Spellbound" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/