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In this section of breaking down Eggers' immediate magnum opus, Scarlet delves deep into some of the magic, the research, and the overall gorgeous imagery and symbolism in the film.  There is so much to talk about that your favorite witches had to split this up into three episodes, but they want to bring them to you all at once!  Crawl out of your coffin (or back into it) and enjoy this very thorough and intense discussion of the film!

Your witches have a LOT OF INFO and takes on Robert Eggers' recent masterpiece, Nosferatu!  If you have not seen it, you might want to before listening to this epic three (plus) hour tour, of which this is the first!  Do you like vampires?  Do you like attention to detail?  Do you like old scary haunted-looking stuff?  Welcome to the beautiful and terrifying world that Eggers has gone to great lengths to deliver.  Scarlet has a criminal amount of knowledge re: Gawth Literature Timez, and has done a vast amount of research for this cinematic tour de force of the classic retelling of the most famous of the vampire tales.  Don't be "plagued" (ha!) by your desire for more knowledge and hot takes - give this 3-parter a listen!  

This week, Scarlet and Blackbird discuss what each of them did for Imbolc - hope you're hungry, because you definitely will be after listening to their cooking tales!  Plus, some awesome connecting with ancestors and folklore by Scarlet, some journeying, Krafty Korners (with a K) and what perfumes should smell like.  It's gonna be spring soon, but hey, winter has one or two last gasps - stay safe if you are travelling, but definitely travel with the witches.  

The witches are back discussing the upcoming sabbat of Imbolc - what they have done in the past, what some traditional celebrations are, and what is generally on their witchy minds at this time of year.  Imbolc is an in-between of sorts, but it's also a time to look forward with new hope.  Blackbird and Scarlet agree that we could all use a little of that right now, so pop in those ear buds and enjoy!  

Hellllo friends, your witches are over their hiatuses. their minor illnesses, and ya know, recovering as best they can from our increasingly apocalyptic terrorscape and can't wait to share their goings-on with you!  We are talking land rituals, scary movies, New Year's tarot, and MOAR!!!  Don your fuzzy socks and grab a hot tea or chocolate or whatever is your fancy and enjoy this episode!

Join the witches this week where they are here to help you out with your gift-giving!  They both have great ideas for thrifting and gifting, whether it is for that special witch in your life, or if that special witch is YOU!  (Hnt:  It is.  Always.)  The other half of the episode will be sharing more fantastical Yuletide tales and lore, and this year, Blackbird talks about Belsnickel and his switch.  Scarlet goes deep into gingerbread, why it is fashioned into men, houses, and so many other things.  This one is extra fun, so grab some mulled wine or hot apple cider and get festive!!  Happy holidays, y'all!

We know you need a distraction from the actual news, so we are here as your esoteric journalists instead!  Join us as we discuss our ritual we did together for All Hallows' Eve on Ye Olde Mobile Phone, where we invoked sacred spirits, sang to the Dark Moon and wrote a bunch of cool wordz about stars.  We also did a fun sort-of-mirror tarot exercise that hopefully will inspire you!  Turn off your news and turn on your witch powers!  Or do both - just join us.  

A happy happy All Hallows Eve to you, witchlings!  The ladies are back (just in time, mind you) to wrap up this series of court cards - finally, the kings!  Learn about these watchful, regal mentors in your life (or within yourself!) and embark on your journey of deeper understanding of what the energy of a "king" really can embody.  Sweep off your porches and enjoy what is probably too balmy of a Halloween - never mind though, because the spirit of autumn, looking through the veil, and cool, foggy nights are always in the witch's heart.  Enjoy and eat your candy for breakfast today (and every day?  WHY NOT!)

This week, Scarlet and Blackbird continue the series on tarot court cards with the dynamic queens of the deck!  Join the witches in their dive into what each suit's characteristics are, how they read queens in a spread, and whether or not they each have a favorite or are represented commonly by any of the queens.  Grab your chalice of ginger ale, your scepters of chopsticks, and your glorious crown of a turbie twist towel and take a listen! 

In this episode, the witches hold to their very loose promise (?) of talking about the court cards IN ORDER, lookout!  Scarlet breaks down what knights are all about, how the horses on the cards have meaning due to their positions, and both witches discuss how they read knights in their tarot practices.  Also a roundup of Trader Joe's fall offerings, off the rails Spotify daylists and chapter titles, and Blackbird is eluded by space (how does it even work.)  Join your favorite witches in this fun journey they are having through the court cards - is it time yet for mulled cider?  Get some, don those airpods or headphones, and enjoy listening!