We have all heard of magic words. From the incantations found in Harry Potter to the runes of Northern Europe, these magical utterances have seeped into our popular consciousness. However, the belief that words hold magical powers has its roots in real life cultural beliefs. In this episode, we will dive into the history of these magic words with a discussion of runic magic and an exploration of people across the globe that choose to ingest, rather than read, their sacred scriptures.