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  • Witch Ways 22 - Spinning Up A Sweetheart

    Sorry it's a bit late this month, my darlings! My usual recording schedule got flipped a bit, what with a certain special project and getting ready for the May anniversary. But here you go!

    We're back to the fairy tales this month with a little attraction spell from The Sisters Grimmoire, Vol I. This is a three-day spell to help bring an ideal person into your life and create an easily-recognized sign to signal their arrival.

    Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft! Check my Wordpress for show notes for past episodes and information on upcoming events.

    Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.

    Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network.

    MUSIC CREDITS

    "Carpe Diem" and "Aquarium"

    Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
    Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
    http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    5 min
  • Ep. 028 - The Easter-Ostara Debacle

    IT’S FINALLY HERE – the long-await Easter Rant! If you’ve been  following me on tumblr, you may already know how salty I get about  internet posts claiming Ostara and Easter are the same holiday…and you  may know that I’ve gotten into literal fights over the topic. So once  and for all, I’m laying it all out to explore the origins of both Easter  and Ostara and to finally answer the age-old question: which came first  – the bunny or the egg?

    Special thanks to will-o-the-witch for reviewing my material to make sure my gentile ass was actin’ right  and for correcting me on several very important points. Thank you for  taking the time and for continuing to share your knowledge and insights  with the community!

    Check my Wordpress for sources and full show notes, as well as announcement and a schedule of upcoming events!

    Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and WordPress. For more information on  how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.

    Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft!

    Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network.

    This episode is sponsored by:

    Portland Button Works – http://www.portlandbuttonworks.com

    PBW Witch Shop – http://www.PBWwitchshop.com

    MUSIC CREDITS

    “Spellbound” & “Miri’s Magic Dance”

    Ads – “Feelin’ Good,” and “Danse Macabre – Violin Hook”
    Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
    Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
    http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    55 min
  • Witch Ways 21 - Quickie Charms

    Spells don't always have to be big, complicated rituals in order to be effective. Sometimes the most powerful charm is the one you do with a snap of your fingers. To that end, here are some Quickie Charms from my personal repertoire. Adapted from Grovedaughter Witchery.

    Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft!

    Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You  can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and  Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get  access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.  


    Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network

    MUSIC CREDITS

    "Carpe Diem"
    Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
    Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
    http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    7 min
  • Ep. 027 - When Inspo Takes A Holiday

    WE'RE BAAA-AAAACK! And to celebrate, I'm covering a timely topic that's been tripping me up lately.

    We all encounter it sooner or later - that feeling of being bogged down, tired, uninspired, and unmotivated. The dreaded Slump. It happens in our craft just as much as our mundane lives and it can be hard to conquer. So, what’s a witch to do when motivation is meh and inspo is a no-go? Join me as Hex Positive returns from hiatus with lots of tips for avoiding burnout, finding your spark, and reinvigorating your practice.

    Spring Equinox Market

    Sunday, March 13th, 1pm-6pm

    Diversity Richmond

    Visit the Facebook Event Page for full details.

    Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran.

    Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft!

    Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network.

    This episode is sponsored by:

    Portland Button Works – http://www.portlandbuttonworks.com

    PBW Witch Shop – http://www.PBWwitchshop.com


    MUSIC CREDITS

    “Spellbound” & “Miri’s Magic Dance”

    Ads – “Feelin’ Good,” and “Danse Macabre – Violin Hook”

    Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

    Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

    http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    30 min
  • Hiatus Update - Return Ramble

    Hello witches! Haven't seen you all in forever, it feels like.

    I'm gearing up to return from my long winter's nap in the beginning of March, but first here's a little ramble to let you know how things are going.

    See you soon! 😁

    -Bree

    11 min
  • Ep. 026 - The Healer's Path with Jai McGrainer

    Originally aired on my Patreon. For this special episode, it's time to hop in the Wayback Machine! I sat down with my oldest friend, Jai McGrainer (we've literally known each other since we were twelve), to chat about her path as a healer and her marvelous holistic health clinic, Azalea House of Healing. There's a fair amount of reminiscing about our teenage years and our shared roots in magical topics.

    Check out Azalea House of Healing in Warr Acres, OK, or visit their website.

    Follow my show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. http://www.patreon.com/BreeNicGarran.

    Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft!

    Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network.

    This episode is sponsored by:

    Portland Button Works

    PBW Witch Shop


    MUSIC CREDITS

    "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance"

    Ads - "Feelin' Good" & "Danse Macabre - Violin Hook"

    Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

    Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

    http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/


    1 hr 12 min
  • Ep. 025 - The Witches of Picnic with Guest Host Jenna

    In this special bonus episode, I sit down with my old friend and sister in the craft, Jenna. We chitchat about our days as basement witches, the informal coven-of-two we started, our old witchy haunts from back in the day, and what we're up to now. Along the way, the in-jokes fly, madness reigns, and somebody busts out a lolcat version of the Wiccan Rede. Make sure you stay tuned all the way to the end for a special Clow Card reading of what the coming year has in store!

    Follow my show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon. 

    Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft!

    Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network.

    Check out Don Martin's new podcast, Head On Fire!

    This episode is sponsored by:

    Portland Button Works

    PBW Witch Shop

    Visit Bekkathyst for the annual crystal clearance sale!


    MUSIC CREDITS

    "Spellbound" & "Miri's Magic Dance"

    Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

    Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

    http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    1 hr 22 min
  • Witch Ways, Ep. 20 - Eyes Like Coals

    Every witch needs a good repertoire of protection spells. Shields and wards are all well and good, but if you want your magical defenses to have a little more bite, try creating a tiny household guardian with "Eyes Like Coals." (Note: You will have to feed it.) Adapted from The Sisters Grimmoire, Vol. I, 2nd edition.


    Visit my shop for books and other witchy goodies!

    Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.

    Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network

    MUSIC CREDITS

    "Carpe Diem"
    Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
    Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
    http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    5 min
  • Ep. 024 - Warding A Witchy Home

    As we close out 2021, it seems like a good time to cover some basic home protection spells and warding techniques. In this episode, I cover the creation of wards and anchors, how to cast wards around your home, and what home protection magic can...and more importantly, CANNOT....keep away.

    I’ll be taking a short break and posting some Patreon bonus episodes for January and February, so I’ll see you all again next spring!

    Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! You can also find me as @BreeNicGarran on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Wordpress. For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.

    Visit the Willow Wings Witch Shop to purchase my books and homemade accoutrements for your craft!

    Proud member of the Nerd and Tie Podcast Network.

    Recommended Reading:

    • By Rust of Nail and Prick of Thorn by Althaea Sebastiani
    • Practical Protection Magic by Ellen Dugan
    • The Ruins of Ambrai by Melanie Rawn
    • The Black Jewels Series by Anne Bishop
    • Althaea Sebastiani - Home


      MUSIC CREDITS

      “Spellbound” & “Miri’s Magic Dance”

      Ads – “Feelin’ Good,” and “Danse Macabre – Violin Hook”

      Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

      Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

      http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

      1 hr
    • Witch Ways, Ep. 19 - All Heads Off But Mine

      Few things in life are more infuriating than seeing your power usurped by others, or worse, stolen from you And nothing is more satisfying than taking it back. If you're feeling beaten down and set upon, draw up your list of grievances and cry, "All Heads Off But Mine!" Adapted from The Sisters Grimmoire, Vol. I, 2nd edition.


      Visit my shop for books and other witchy goodies!

      Follow the show on Twitter @hex_podcast for the latest updates! For more information on how to support the show and get access to early releases and extra content, visit my Patreon.

      Proud member of the Nerd & Tie Podcast Network

      MUSIC CREDITS

      "Carpe Diem" & "Failing Defense"
      Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
      Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
      http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

      4 min

    About Hex Positive

    From the publisher's feed

    A practical witchcraft podcast hosted by Bree NicGarran, author of Grovedaughter Witchery. Every month, join Bree for a discussion of secular witchcraft, with plenty of tips for witching on a budget, finding good resources, furthering your magical education, and keeping your common sense superpowers strong. We’ll also delve into the history of witches and witchcraft, and witches in folklore and literature, and how those ideas influence what it means to be a witch in the modern day.