BONUS EPISODE: This was originally released as a Witch Wave Plus episode for our Patreon backers on May 11, 2022. In light of recent current events re: Roe v. Wade being overturned, we are taking it out from behind the paywall and releasing it to everyone in hopes that it will offer some inspiration and activation. _____________________________________________________________________________ Sarah Lyons is a writer, activist, filmmaker, and witch based in New York City. Her writing and herself have appeared in Teen Vogue, Vice, and The CW show Mysteries Decoded. Her first book, Revolutionary Witchcraft: A Guide to Magical Activism was published in 2019, and her second book How to Study Magic will be out in October of 2022 from Running Press. On this episode she shares her initial thoughts about the impending overturn of Roe v. Wade, how to incorporate witchcraft into our political actions, and lessons of the witch that can help us build a freer, brighter future. Content warning: this episode is a heavy one full of topics such as abortion, rape, surveillance, fascism, and more, so listen if / when you have the capacity for it. Further reading Planned Parenthood Action Fund National Network of Abortion Funds Weight limit for emergency contraception - Planned Parenthood Pew Research Center: The majority of Americans support abortion Catholic women and contraception statistics (not abortion as Pam misstated) "The Religious Right and the Abortion myth" in Politico Tor browser Brave browser ProtonMail Signal app ACT UP (The AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power) Zapatistas Standing Rock Haitian Revolution "The Feminist History of Spiritualism" by Pam in Ms. Magazine (Waking the Witch excerpt) National Bail Fund Network
It’s the Witch Wave Season Finale! SARK is the best-selling author and artist of nineteen inspirational, prismatically illustrated books, selling over three million copies. This month, her wildly successful book, Succulent Wild Woman, is being rereleased in an expanded, 25th anniversary edition. She began by creating her iconic “How To Be An Artist” poster in her Magic Cottage in San Francisco, and has now operated her highly successful creative business for over 30 years. SARK’s art, programs, products and services have sold around the world. She is an acclaimed teacher and mentor, and her wisdom has touched and transformed the lives of millions. SARK has worked with and been praised by authors and speakers including Dr. Maya Angelou and Julia Cameron. SARK’s purpose is to be a transformer, uplifter and laser beam of love, and she offers that with love through her art, words and spirit. She mentors others to share their unique gifts with the world, and she is mightily inspired...
Sarah Anne Lawless is a published author, artist, herbalist, and educator living in rural Ontario, Canada. She has been an herbalist for 15 years; creating herbal medicines,publishing articles, teaching at herbal conferences across North America, as well as teachingnative plant and mushroom identification to private groups, local schools, scouting programs, outdoor education programs, and via horticultural societies. Overthe past 10 years shehas focused on researching and working with the medicinal properties of poisonous plants & fungi with a particular focus on medicinal nightshades. Through her businessBane Folk, she emphasizes the medicinal nature of poisonous substances and promotes the education and understanding of their proper and safe uses to help abolish the fear and misuse of these plants and other substances. On this episode, Sarah discusses the magic and medicine of poisonous plants, real-life flying ointment, and why witches are associated with dangerous vegetation. Pam also talks about the witchy aspects of wild growth, and answers a listener question about some healing magic for her mother. Our sponsors for this episode are Cat Coven, Blessed Be Magick, The Path 365, BetterHelp, and Snowy Owl Tea And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
Chaweon Koo is a writer of the intersection of pop culture, the occult, and futurism. Her TikTok @chaweonkoo is one of the most popular occult accounts on the platform, and she also interviews some of the most distinguished occultists and witches in the English-speaking world on her YouTube channel, Witches & Wine. Her new book Spell Bound: A New Witch’s Guide to Crafting the Future is out now, and details her journey from an atheist witch into one of the most visible East Asian practitioners of both Eastern and Western occult traditions. On this episode, Chaweon talks about her connection to Korean ancestral spell craft, K-pop as glamour magic, and the exciting blend of traditional witchcraft and new technologies. Pam also talks about the importance of citing our spiritual influences, and answers a listener question about whether or not to work with abusive ancestors. Our sponsors for this episode are Cat Coven, Blessed Be Magick, The Path 365, BetterHelp, Jessica Globe Coaching, and Snowy Owl Tea. And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
Lindsay Heather Pearce is an actress and singer who is currently starring as Elphaba in the hit Broadway musical, Wicked. Lindsay was also one of the runners-up onThe Glee Project, which gave her a guest starring role on the TV showGlee. She has since been in productions of everything from Spring Awakening to American Idiot, and in February 2020 she made her Broadway debut in Wicked, which she’ll be in through the end of this month May 2022. It was also just announced that she’ll be moving on to star in the touring production of Mean Girls. Lindsay was born in Modesto, California, and she currently resides in NYC. On this episode, Lindsay discusses the yellow brick road that led to her Broadway debut, ways she slays the demons of self-doubt, and how she manifested the bewitching role of her dreams. Pam also talks about the power of dressing wickedly, and answers a listener question from a green witch in an ethical quandary. Our sponsors for this episode are Blessed Be Magick, Viridis Genii Symposium, Sarah Faith Gottesdiener’s Better Boundaries online course, Mithras Candle, BetterHelp, Jessica Globe Coaching, and The Path 365 And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
Charm Taylor is a musician who sings and raps about her ancestors, her devotion to Yoruban deities known as orisha, and the pain, joy, and eternal hope that comes with being a Black American woman. Her Bandcamp page describes her thusly, “One part heaven one part earth. One part ancient one part future. Presently, the supernova, vocalist, song writer, and universe whisperer gifts us fresh melodic emcee energy and soul stirring content hovering somewhere between the collective essence of Ms. Lauryn Hill, Sun Ra, Fela Kuti, and the unknown.” Charm was the frontwoman for the punk rock-n-soul band, The Honorable South, for many years. As a solo artist, she has released albums including a gorgeous EP called The Road Within, which celebrates her connection to her ancestry and African spirituality, and her newest LP called She Is The Future, which is an Afrofuturist ode to divine feminine power. Charm makes music and magic in New Orleans. On this episode, Charm discusses her sonic spiritual awakening, the power of Black visionary magic, and the creative and economic promise of NFTs. Pam also talks about the spiralic energy of spring, and answers a listener question about using spellcraft to stop a copycat. Our sponsors for this episode are Blessed Be Magick, Viridis Genii Symposium, Jessica Globe Coaching, Luna Lux Botanicals, BetterHelp, Zouz Incense, and The Path 365 And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
Madame Pamita is a Ukrainian diaspora witch, teacher, author, candle maker, spellcaster, and tarot reader.Her new book, Baba Yaga’s Book of Witchcraft is filled with Slavic spells, rituals, and stories, with a specific focus on Ukraine. She has also writtenThe Book of Candle Magic andMadame Pamita’s Magical Tarot. Madame Pamita has a popular YouTube Channel for teaching witchcraft, two podcasts, andshe is the proprietress of the online spiritual apothecary, the Parlour of Wonders. She lives in Santa Monica, California. On this episode, Madame Pamita discusses the witchcraft and folklore of Baba Yaga, the beauty of Slavic spell craft, and how we can use our magic to support Ukraine. Pam also talks about the trickster energy of April, and answers a listener question about impending disaster and protection spells. Our sponsors for this episode are Blaspheme Boutique, Blessed Be Magick, Zouz Incense, BetterHelp, and The Path 365 And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
Rithika Merchant is a visual artist from Bombay (Mumbai), India. Her work explores myths, stories and ideas shared by different cultures, featuring creatures and symbolism that are part of her personal visual vocabulary. Nature plays a pivotal role in her work and is emphasized by the use of organic shapes and non-saturated colors. Her paintings and collages are made using a combination of watercolor and cut paper elements, drawing on 17th century botanical prints and folk art, to create a body of work that is visually linked to our collective pasts. Rithika received a BFA in Fine Arts from Parsons School of Design, New York. She has exhibited extensively since her graduation including a number of solo exhibitions in India, France, Spain, Germany and the United States. She has also collaborated with Chloé, a French fashion house on multiple collections for which she was awarded the Vogue India Young Achiever of the Year Award at its Women of the Year Awards 2018, as well as named one of Vogue Magazine’s VogueWorld 100 Creative Voices.Rithika is also the winner of the Sovereign Asian Art Prize - Vogue Hong Kong Women’s Art Prize for her painting “Saudade” as well as Le Prix DDessin Paris '21. Born in Bombay, she now divides her time between Bombay and Barcelona. On this episode, Rithika discusses her cross-cultural and cosmic inspirations, crafting feminine art spells, and the power of painting new myths. Pam also talks about spring flight, and answers a listener question about incorporating elements of a complicated religious past into her witchcraft. Our sponsors for this episode are Blessed Be Magick, The Disco Dolls Studio, Witchy Washy Bath, Baby Bushka, ZOUZ Incense, BetterHelp, Bonearrow, andThe Path 365 And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
Jessie Susannah Karnatz, aka the Money Witch, brings capitalism-critical, shame-free education to healers, hustlers, and creatives in order to catalyze change in their financial lives. She believes healing our finances will bring blessing to our lives, our lineages, and our communities. She offers education, Money Magic products, and Intuitive Financial Coaching online and in the Bay Area (unceded Ohlone land). Her new book, Money Magic: Practical Wisdom and Empowering Rituals to Heal Your Finances, is out now. On this episode, Jessie Susannah discusses the magical aspects of financial wellbeing, ways to slay money demons such as shame and guilt, and how to reconcile the tension between spirituality and capitalism. Pam also talks about being a business witch, and answers a listener question about confronting an oppressive ancestral past. Our sponsors for this episode are Blessed Be Magick, The Disco Dolls Studio, Aesthetic Magic, ZOUZ Incense, Tarot for the Wild Soul, BetterHelp, Mithras Candle, and The Path 365 And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
Darla Teagarden is a self-taught artist and mixed media photographer with a phantasmagoric, otherworldly bent. She creates portraits (most often self-portraits, either faceless or in-character) in theatrical vignettes handcrafted out of wood, paper, chalk, and plaster, and which are rife with sacred symbols and occult imagery. Her widely celebrated work has been exhibited in galleries including Roq La Rue (Seattle), Last Rites (NYC), and The Convent (Philadelphia) and it has been published in magazines and books including Black Forest (Candela Books, 2014) and Series of Dreams (Skeleton Key Press, 2018). Altars, her glorious first monograph, is out now. On this episode, Darla discusses the therapeutic effect of fantastical imagery, her many magical mentors, and why photography is the weirdest medium of all. Pam also talks about having a mature belief in magic, and answers a listener question about witchcraft and the wellness community. Our sponsors for this episode are The Disco Dolls Studio, Blessed Be Magick, The Haunts Curiosity Shoppe, Sarah Faith Gottesdiener’s Resourcing the Creative Self online workshop, Luna Lux Botanicals, BetterHelp, Lindsay Mack’s Rewilding Our Intuition online course, and The Path 365 And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave