Hogmanay and Other New Year Traditions Explore some of old and new ways of welcoming in the new calendar year, including the kindling of celebratory fires and the singing of Auld Lang Syne, customs from the Scottish Yuletide & New Year festivities known as Hogmanay. Encore presentation from 2013.

New Year Magic Explore some ancient and contemporary ways of celebrating the ending and beginning of the calendar year, including year-in-review, home blessing, charitable giving, fireworks, revelry, meditation, resolutions, and divination. Encore presentation from 2016

Due to the hosts having caught the current cold bug going around, they are unable to perform the intended ritual. Please enjoy this encore presentation of Circle Talk from 2016 where Jeanet and David welcomed guests Michelle Castle and Eric Eldritch to discuss Yule Traditions.

Pagan Roots of Christmas Examine Pagan origins of Christmas symbols and customs around the world and discover ways of celebrating cultural and religious diversity throughout the holidays season. Encore from December 23, 2014

Winter Solstice Ritual Welcome in Winter & the New Solar Year with this Yuletide candle-lighting ceremony that includes chanting, guided meditations & spiritual workings for Peace on Earth and Peace Within. Encore presentation from 2012

Winter Solstice around the World Discover some ways that Winter Solstice has been celebrated across cultures and through the ages and in contemporary times.

Guest:  Jenya T. Beach Join us on Circle Talk as Jenya T. Beachy takes us on a transformational journey through shadowlands and starry steppes into the deepest heart of Self. She is the author of "In The Secret Country of Yourself". We will be discussing her book and all things magickal.

Yuletide Giftbringers Discover the Pagan & Christian roots of Santa Claus. Explore the lore of other Yule Giftbringers including Holda (Germany) Julnisse (Norway), Yulet Goat (Finland), Father Christmas (France), Krampus (Austria), La Befana (Italy), Old Man Frost (Lithuania), St. Nicholas (Holland), Grandfather Snow (Uzbekistan), Santa Lucia (Sweden), and others. Encore presentation from 2012

December is a time when we prepare for the shortest days and longest night's of the year.  On this month's full moon, called the Cold Moon and the Long Night's Moon we will work on ridding ourselves of baggage and activities that no longer serve us, and perform spellwork on those things we aspire to in the new year.

Healing & Wellness at Yuletide Explore ways to dispel winter blues, reduce holiday stress, and heal from loss and painful memories during the Yuletide season.  Learn ways to create personal and household rituals and traditions that promote well-being and joy. Encore presentation from December 6, 2016