Desperate House Witches

Honoring the Wild with Irisanya Moon

Honoring the Wild: Reclaiming Witchcraft and Environmental Activism
Irisanya Moon (Practically Pagan) collects meditations on the Reclaiming Witchcraft tradition in this brief, inspiring anthology. Founded in the late 1970s, the Reclaiming tradition is based in “deep, spiritual commitment to the earth, to healing and to linking of magic with political action,” Moon writes. Short accounts from Reclamation witches weave a “tapestry of many different threads,” including tried-and-true advice for being environmentally conscious (buying secondhand clothes, using public transportation), discussions of “magical activism” (which takes the form of writing, storytelling, and organizing protests), and accounts of individuals’ experiences (using directed energy to help protect the California redwood forests during protests). Suggested rituals include an “Extinction Rebellion Ritual” (which involves speaking one’s demands into being in a group setting), while an annotated timeline highlights major moments in Reclamation history, from anti-nuclear demonstrations in 1976 New Hampshire to 2017’s Dakota Access Pipeline protests. Though the takes on activism will be familiar, the personal narratives evoke a raw earnestness and urgency that will encourage readers to do their part to protect the earth. Reclamation witches and those curious about the tradition will find value here. (Feb.)
You can learn more at https://www.irisanyamoon.com/

NANCY ANTENUCCI - PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT WITH TAROT

Nancy Antenucci comes back to discuss the psychic element, and how to develop your psychic abilities with tarot.
Nancy C. Antenucci (Nucc) is a seasoned tarot reader as well as a teacher of visionary strategies. Her innovative take on tarot makes her a highly sought-after teacher and presenter around the country and internationally. Her first book, Psychic Tarot, is a culmination of her teaching and mentoring, practical know-how, and unending passion of tarot. Her newest book, “Tarot Rituals – Ceremonies, Ideas & Exercises for the Tarot Lover” is a cookbook of her favorite rites. Nucc is the founder of Minnesota's Twin Cities Tarot Collective, which produces the annual North Star Tarot conference (tctarotcollective.com). Her website is getting an update but you can schedule readings at www.betweenworlds.us.

First Fridays Politics with Taliesin and Raina - February 3rd, 2023

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The 4:15 - February 2, 2023

Join Star Bustamonte (News Editor - The Wild Hunt) and Raina Starr (Host/Producer - Desperate House Witches) for this month's news of interest!
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Kelden - All Them Witches

Come, sit by the fire and gather in close for a story or two.
Within the pages of this book, you will discover a sundry of spooky folktales and rhymes. From the story of a haunted Witch to the poetic musing of a murderous nightshade plant, All Them Witches features both re-imagined and original works by author Kelden. Infused with folkloric nuance and taking inspiration from modern Traditional Witchcraft practice, this collection will leave you with a chill down your spine, a fire in your heart, and magic at your fingertips.
Kelden has been practicing Traditional Witchcraft for more than a decade. He is the author of The Crooked Path: An Introduction to Traditional Witchcraft. Additionally, his writing has appeared in The Witch's Altar, The New Aradia: A Witch's Handbook to Magical Resistance, and This Witch magazine. Kelden is also the cocreator of The Traditional Witch's Deck, and he authors a blog on the Patheos Pagan channel called By Athame and Stang. In his free time, Kelden enjoys reading, hiking, growing poisonous plants, and playing ukulele.
 http://www.Patheos.com/blogs/byathameandstang

Lady Thalestris - High Priestess and Founder of The Temple of Hecate NYC

Laurie Bizzarro (Lady Thalestris) - Lawyer and Wiccan High Priestess, Founder of The Temple of Hecate, Inc. joins Raina for the hour.  We will catch up on what has been happening at the Temple of Hecate.
You find the Temple of Hecate at https://www.facebook.com/templeofhecateinc/
 

The Everyday Witch’s Coven with Deborah Blake

Deobrah Blake comes on to discuss her newest release - The Everyday Witch's Coven.
RITUALS AND MAGIC FOR TWO OR MORE
Practical Spells, Rituals, and Advice for Modern and Eclectic Covens
Whether your coven consists of two or twenty, whether you want to gather on a regular basis or just occasionally, this book has what you need to practice Witchcraft with others. Deborah Blake draws on nearly twenty years of experience leading a coven, sharing extensive wisdom she's gained from her experiences and fellow practitioners. This book is a valuable resource for traditional Wiccans and eclectic witches looking for a modern approach to group activities.
The Everyday Witch's Coven helps you decide who to invite, where to meet, which deities to worship, and how to solve problems together. You'll explore ritual basics and etiquette, group sabbat celebrations, full moon rituals, craft projects, and magic for specific goals like love and healing. From guided meditations to making a Book of Shadows for your group, Deborah provides a multitude of ways to find or create a coven that's best for you.
You can find Deborah at: https://deborahblakeauthor.com/

Prayers to The Morrigan with Stephanie Woodfield and Karen Storminger

Authors Stephanie Woodfield and Karen Storminger join me to discuss their new book - Prayers to The Morrigan.
In this book you will find prayers to the many guises of The Morrigan, her many animal forms, as well as prayers for multiple situations in life. Prayers To The Morrigan is an exercise in devotion to the Great Queen through words and images. 
Stephanie Woodfield (Orlando, FL) has been a practicing Pagan for the past twenty years. A devotional polytheist, teacher, and Priestess of the Morrigan, she is one of the founding members of Morrigu's Daughters and is an organizer for several Pagan gatherings. Stephanie teaches classes on devotional work and magical practice in the US and internationally. A long time New Englander, she now resides in the Orlando area with her husband, two very pampered cats, and various reptiles. In her spare time she enjoys creating art out of skulls and other dead things. She is called to helping others forge meaningful experiences with the Morrigan, as well as the Gods and land of Ireland.
Karen Storminger has been a practicing polytheist pagan most of her life. Karen is a devotee of The Morrigan. She is an active member of the Connecticut Wiccan and Pagan Network and The Tuatha De Morrigan groups. She is one of the organizers and founding members of the
Morrigan’s Call Retreat. Karen has been writing poetry of all kinds since an early age. She has had poetry published in several anthologies; Bibliotheca Alexandria’s “Garland of the Goddess”, “The Dark Ones”, and GirlGod publication’s “Warrior Queen: Answering the Call of the
Morrigan”. Karen is the co-author of the book “Prayers to The Morrigan: An Illustrated Book of Devotion to the Great Queen”.
 

FIRST FRIDAYS POLITICS WITH TALIESIN AND RAINA - 01/06/23

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THE 4:15 - JANUARY 5TH 2023

Join Star Bustamonte (News Editor - The Wild Hunt) and Raina Starr (Host/Producer - Desperate House Witches) for this month's news of interest!
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