This edition explores the historical origins and contemporary resurgence of spell jars, tracing their lineage from 16th-century protective "witch bottles" to modern spiritual tools. While ancient vessels utilized harsh materials like iron and bodily fluids to repel curses, today’s practitioners focus on aesthetic combinations of salt, herbs, and crystals to manifest goals like love and prosperity. The discussion details the practical benefits of these jars, such as their portability and longevity, alongside specific instructions for cleansing, layering, and sealing them with wax. It emphasises that the efficacy of the craft lies in focused intention and symbolic correspondence rather than purely visual appeal. Ultimately, the hosts offer a holistic overview of how this traditional form of container magic has been adapted for the 21st-century spiritual seeker. 

The podcast has an accompanying blog post: An Introduction to Modern Spell Jars: Ancient Magic for Contemporary Practice