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On this episode we talked about a few things regarding safety in local Pagan communities. There are predatory people in all communities and unfortunately our Pagan community is no exception. What to look for and what to do... look out for others and yourself.
We also discussed the vital importance of voting this year considering the overarching theme of fascist ideologies being pushed. It is up to us all to keep our community free and safe. This is not the time to be on the fence or to sit it out on the sidelines. Get up, Get out and Vote.
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On this episode, we discussed the upcoming election as well the fact that we are mourning a dear friend and colleague who passed suddenly a couple of days ago.
Was it the current standard of corporate culture (overworked, overutilized, and underappreciated) or something else... we don't know. But the go-go-go-go mentality, the metrics-driven non-people-centric approach to deliverables needs some course changing... as it certainly did not help.
We will be sending up smoke for our friend this Samhain and we will always remember you for the charismatic, hilarious, and consummate professional you always were regardless of the situation.
As he would say - that's the job.
Hail the Traveler.
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On this episode we discussed cognitive bias & dissonance as well as the tendency for appeal to authority syndrome & other's personal bias to take over one's path. Even the most learned of us falls prey to this from time to time.
It's all part of the journey.
Individual seeker or prospective lodge members, which path to take, how to move forward are all questions we must all answer repeatedly on the crooked path. Most importantly how to vet the information one receives and where to go from here...
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On this episode, we had a bit of a vent session regarding the absolute nonsense propaganda click-bait being spewed online and in-person about the catastrophic flood damage in our former home of NC.
It's one thing to hear on a daily basis all manner of make-believe and quite frankly BS about any myriad of topics - it's another for this latest distribution of propaganda to be actively harming the people we love.
For those of you that have expressed empathy and support - thank you from the bottom of our hearts. For those of you that continue to spread these false narratives - well you'll know where we stand with that.
Our heartfelt thanks goes out to fellow Tarheels - Mortellus & Byron Ballard for the selfless aid they have been doing since this tragedy unfolded a week ago and to the countless Federal, State and County agencies as well as the large number of civilians who have rendered aid and put themselves in harms way to save lives and rescue the good people of NC during this catastrophic event. That includes our daughter Shanell who has put herself in harms way on multiple occasions to run fuel, to be available for her fellow North Carolinians in need. We love you all.
A special thanks to Chief Tim Barnett of the Beech Mountain Police Department for not only the wellness check he performed but also letting us know our daughter was safe. We appreciate you so very much.
For those of you spewing nonsense propaganda you saw on social media and didn't think to verify before aiding in its distribution... do better.
With love to the hills and to the rebuilding of this sacred area...
@mortellus
@byronballard
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One of our favorite people stopped by today for a lively conversation on mental health and wellness. We always have a great time with Brandon and this conversation was no exception.
This episode was also captured on Facebook Live!
We hope you enjoy and if you'd like to reach out to Brandon or any of his exceptionally talented staff you can visit their site here:
https://puglisicounseling.com/
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On this episode we wandered through topics ranging from what seems to be an ongoing uplift in attitude & hope for the future, to what life was like as a GenX kid and the many similarities that our younger generations are struggling with right now.. albeit under a lot more scrutiny than we had...
We had to do a take two on this one due to Bella protecting the studio from what was in her mind... unauthorized noises... We hope you enjoy!
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We had a wonderful conversation on this episode with our dear friend Nicole aka The Wandering Werewolf Wire Witch. If you have not been in the store when she is here you should definitely make it a point to do so at some point.
Not only does she create fabulous custom wraps while you wait she is a consummate creator of all things Witchy and Wonderful and is above all... an amazing person and outstanding member of this community.
We hope you enjoy! We sure did!
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On this episode, we sat down with our good friend, astrologer & tarot extraordinaire - Lindsy. We discussed the state of things, the very real threat to our community/s, and a host of other things. We had a great time and hope you enjoy this episode.
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This was an amazing episode and we cannot say how much we enjoyed speaking with local author H. Dean Fisher! We talked about his latest book; Medusa, Rise of a Goddess and so many other topics of interest ranging from Norse to Greek to Egyptian mythology among others.
We had a truly great time and we hope you all enjoy this chat as much as we did having it!
For more info on H. Dean Fisher:
H. Dean Fisher, author
The fantastic, the scientifically fictional & the macabre
Medusa: Rise of a Goddess (2022) – 9.5, Publishers Weekly & Quarter-Finalist for The BookLife Prize
The Redemption of Bes (2022) – preteen novel
The Jungle God: 20th Anniversary Edition (2021) – Finalist at 2022 American Fiction Awards
A Revelation of Our Savior (2020) – Finalist at 2021 American Fiction Awards
The Tales of Zhava: Book 1, The Initiate (2019) & Book 2, The Novice (2020)
www.hdeanfisher.com
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On this episode we did a couple reading excerpts from amazing works by Peter Grey & Gemma Gary talking about the wilding of Witchcraft among other things.
How it may be possible to lose so much by bending to modern culture and commercialism....
We also talked about the difficulty in a role shift from being an advisor, behind the scenes to now being the first face one sees walking in the door and as always the ever-evolving spiritual path and the lessons it brings good, bad and in-between.
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On this episode we had a great conversation with one of our Pagan children; Kayla Marcisco. We talked about everything from new motherhood, her handfasting to her amazing husband John to video games and the value of spending time in nature especially with a growing child.
We had a fantastic time and we hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did having it!
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On this episode recorded prior to the candidate swap out yesterday - we discussed more on the topic of Project 2025, the continuation of the prelude to starring in a live-action version of an Atwood novel we are all experiencing now...
We discussed how voting is much more than any specific candidate, rather it is the movement and administration behind them that matters even more. We would love to have the conversations about practice but right now we all need to be straightening up in our chairs and paying close attention to the moves being made on the chessboard.
We also talked about the importance that our elders should play in our community and why so many times esoteric groups fail to produce anything of merit due to their associations merely being about specific practice or tradition - when it should be geared more toward a general philosophy of unified ideals.
By her hand.
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On this episode we discussed more on the current political climate as it impacts us all as well as our community. The power grabs, the talking points and the agenda of terror that some wish to inflict on the population.
We talked about the importance of getting out of our echo chambers and to remember how to have adult conversations with each other.. even and especially with those whom we are not totally aligned with or even opposed to.
The alternative is to bow down to horror.
The Truth Against The World.
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On this episode, we discussed the absolutely horrendous decision of the Supreme Court to wrest control for themselves via the now-former Chevron precedent as well as the years of periodic stupidity of those agencies that were charged with the protection of the public and instead chose overreach.
While the powers that be slog forward in an apparent attempt to create the sequel to an Atwood novel... we need to understand the importance of taking care of ourselves meaning our loved ones but also being there for others... corruption knows no bounds and so we must all learn to cast that circle... of sanctuary - whatever your belief or faith or lack thereof.
Cue the cranky Gen-X'ers...
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On this episode we touched on a lot of subjects from supporting local businesses, shout-outs to a few favorites in the area and how we the people - have the final say regardless of the distraction techniques used ad infinitum in all forms of media and 'representation'.
Wipe the deck, clean the house and hit the reset button! We need to turn this thing off and back on again, clear the cache of stupidity and start fresh.
The other person struggling is not your enemy - that would be the one pulling the strings and watching the show.
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In a near homage to one of our favorite podcasts "Fed Up" here's one detailing some of the things we are just sick of! Everyone has their pet peeves and things that grate their nerves.. here are a few of ours!
Menthal vapes may just be topping the list for John... or maybe the banana lady at Aldi's... it's a toss-up.
This episode was also captured via FB Live video and may be viewed on the Pickeyweedz Facebook Page here:
https://fb.watch/sKOHAxT_uJ/
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On this episode we forayed into our first attempt at combining video with a podcast via Facebook Live - see it at https://www.facebook.com/Pickeyweedz
We talked about a ton of differing topics from experiences in the store to past experiences within careers of the past as well as esoteric experiences we had over the years.
It was a ton of fun engaging with our audience live, which may be something we continue going forward.
On another note, who else has been experiencing symptoms similar to Tay's persistent cough over the past several months? Inquiring herbalists want to know!
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On this episode, we sat down with our good friend Christopher Bilardi, author of The Red Church one of the best books on Pennsylvania Dutch we've ever read. We talked a bit about his upbringing, background and the state of things in the esoteric world today. We're also very excited to see a new Sybil Leek book in the works that he has edited to be released hopefully in the next year or so!
We had a wonderful time as always with Christopher and hope you enjoy this episode as well.
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On this episode, we had the good fortune of sitting down with Brandon Puglisi of Puglisi Counseling in a conversation that ranged from his background to his multi-faceted approach to therapy. No two people are exactly alike and neither should be the approach to each person's mental health. Brandon spells it out in his unique, open, and friendly way where there is never any judgment.
As practitioners, occultists, pagans, etc. this is invaluable to know as many times therapists come with their own biases and preconceived notions in terms of spirituality, religion, or the lack thereof.
This was one of our favorite episodes and we're planning to do a LIVE event in the next month or so where folks can ask questions etc. with Brandon and us during the recording.
Thanks so much, Brandon for taking the time out to chat with us this morning!
Find out more information about Brandon and his practice at the following URL:
Puglisi Counseling
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On this episode we discussed the ongoing block party on social media platforms, the genocide happening before our eyes, the corporate overlords and the powers working behind the scenes to control our world. We also talked about just how important the currency of the people is on where they spend their money and that the fight isn't about left vs. right - rather it is between the haves and have-not's. The 99% of us struggling and the 1% who are hoarding all the gold.
Local and State elections matter, where you spend your money matters, small business matters - corporate spreadsheets do not.
- Se mer
