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DMC discuss the Sabbat Ostara aka the Spring Equinox. They talk about the history of the holiday and ways to celebrate. As always, they wrap up with a herb, crystal, and tarot card for Ostara. Resources: Llewellyn's 2022 Sabbats AlmanacOstara and the Hare: Not Ancient, but Not As Modern As Some Skeptics Think by Stephen WinickEgg Shell Powder Tutorial: How To Make It and Use It from Magic is all around youMagickal Plants: Wild Violets by Greenman MeadowsThe Magicians: Half-Breed from Season 4, Episode 8 - Home ImprovementDMC are not doctors and are not able to diagnose or prescribe. They do not claim to cure any illnesses or diseases. Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/itswitchypod )

DMC discuss the Danish feeling of Hygge, and what makes Denmark the happiest place in the world. They wrap up the episode as usual with the herb, crystal, and tarot card that best represents Hygge. Resources: The Little Book of Hygge by Meik WikingDMC are not doctors and are not able to diagnose or prescribe. They do not claim to cure any illnesses or diseases. Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/itswitchypod )

DMC discuss the upcoming Sabbat of Imbolc. They talk about the traditions of this midpoint between winter and spring, the goddess Brigid, and how to pronounce Imbolc. Resources: Imbolc by History.comAll About Imbolc by Claddah DesignKeening: The Irish Funeral Song by Brehon AcademyLlewellyn's 2022 Sabbats Almanac by LlewellynDMC are not doctors and are not able to diagnose or prescribe. They do not claim to cure any illnesses or diseases. Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/itswitchypod )

DMC discuss the upcoming Sabbat Yule aka Winter Solstice. They talk about the history of this holiday and ways to celebrate. As always, they wrap up with a herb, crystal, and tarot card for Yule. Resources: Llewellyn's 2022 Sabbats AlmanacLlewellyn's Little Book of Yule by Jason MankeyLittle Bear Ep.20 - Snowball Fight, Winter Solstice, SnowboundMistletoe Magic for Healing, Fertility and Protection by Heron Michelle from patheos.comDMC are not doctors and are not able to diagnose or prescribe. They do not claim to cure any illnesses or diseases. Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/itswitchypod )

DMC discuss the legend of Krampus and two possible origin stories. They wrap up the show with the herb, crystal, and tarot card to best represent Krampus. Resources: Meet Krampus, the Christmas Devil Who Punishes Naughty Children by Becky Little from History.comThe Origin of Krampus, Europe's Evil Twist on Santa by Jennifer Billock from SmithsonianMag.comIs Krampus Really Pagan? by Spencer McDaniel from TalesOfTimesForgotten.comLlewellyn's Little Book of Yule by Jason MankeyDMC are not doctors and are not able to diagnose or prescribe. They do not claim to cure any illnesses or diseases. Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/itswitchypod )

DMC discuss candle magic, the element of fire, reading flames, and more. They wrap up the show with an herb, crystal, and tarot card for candle magic. Resources: Kitchen Table Tarot by Melissa Cynova DMC are not doctors and are not able to diagnose or prescribe. They do not claim to cure any illnesses or diseases. Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/itswitchypod )

DMC discuss the history of witches from all around the world. They get passionate about the Salem witch trials, then wrap up with an herb, crystal, and card for witches. Resources: Season of the Witch by Matt Ralphs Unobscured with Aaron Mahnke podcast, Season 1Morbid podcast, Episode 23: The Salem Witch Trials Were BonkersDMC are not doctors and are not able to diagnose or prescribe. They do not claim to cure any illnesses or diseases. Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/itswitchypod )

DMC discuss the Sabbat Samhain aka Halloween. On this holiday we celebrate the final harvest, the thinning of the veil, and more. As always they wrap up the show with the herb, crystal, and tarot card for Samhain. Resources: Samhain from History.comHalloween from History.comLlewellyn's 2022 Sabbats Almanac11.11 Oracle by Alana FairchildDMC are not doctors and are not able to diagnose or prescribe. They do not claim to cure any illnesses or diseases. Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/itswitchypod )

DMC discuss The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Trick or Treat, and Dia de los Muertos. Spooky season continues all month long. Resources: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving from GradeSaver.comWhat Inspired 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow'? by Lesley Kennedy from History.comPagans and Pumpkins: A Halloween History by Adam Now from Expatica.comDay of the Dead Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/itswitchypod )

DMC discuss the history of the Jack-O'-Lantern, Halloween costumes, and a few famous macabre authors. They also talk about what aspects of Halloween they appreciate and a few that they could do without.  Resources: Pagans and Pumpkins: A Halloween History by Adam Nowek from Expatica.comNo One Knows Why Ambrose Bierce Disappeared, But Here Are Some Theories by Dan Sheehan from LitHub.comTen Things You Should Know About HP Lovecraft by Sian Cain from TheGuardian.comThe Haunted Mind of Shirley Jackson by Zoe Heller from NewYorker.com Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/itswitchypod )

DMC interview each other for a special 10th episode of the show. They also answer a couple of questions from listeners. They wrap up the show with herbs, crystals, and tarot cards for themselves. Resources: HalloweentownMelissa CynovaDMC are not doctors and are not able to diagnose or prescribe. They do not claim to cure any illnesses of diseases. Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/itswitchypod )

DMC discuss the upcoming Sabbat Mabon aka the Fall Equinox. On this holiday we celebrate the second harvest, equal parts day & night, and apples. As always they wrap up the show with the herbs, crystals, and tarot cards for Mabon. Resources: Llewellyn's 2022 Sabbats Almanac The Origins and Practices of Mabon by Dhruti Bhagat from the Boston Public Library Blog DMC are not doctors and are not able to diagnose or prescribe. They do not claim to cure any illnesses or diseases.