Have you ever felt like you can't celebrate your own successes? Or you question why you were invited to the metaphorical or physical table at important work meetings? Welcome to Imposter Syndrome 101. What may seem like an internalized condition, may actually be part of a social strategy to keep marginalized groups in their place. The episode also explores the origins of Imposter Syndrome, the types of “Imposters”, how to combat our Imposter Syndrome and even its predecessor from the 1890s “Bicycle Face”. 

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Watch Reshma Saujani’s Smith College Commencement Address discussing Bicycle Face:

https://youtu.be/BoHDDgeQtlc?si=HP-v6BtomsrfciD5

https://www.brown.edu/sheridan/impostor-phenomenon-classroom

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK585058/

True Crime is a polarizing topic with some people refusing to tune in because it glorifies the crimes, while others are so invested in the stories and the storytellers that they attend conventions on the topic. With roots dating back to the 1500s, crossovers with FBI profiling of serial killers, the popularity of true crime has skyrocketed in the 21st century and has become a borderline obsession for current generations... for better or worse

“Why are you so obsessed with Halloween?” I’d have to agree with Marnie (Piper) Cromwell, Halloween is cool & my favorite day of the year. Originally known as All Hallows Eve it has a deeply rooted history connecting to both the ancient Celtic traditions and the Roman Catholic Church. While Allhallowtide is a three day celebration to honor those who have passed away, Halloween is more about the connection between the living and the dead and trying to separate the two. 

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Dia De Los Muertos is known for its colorful and larger than life celebrations these days but there is much more to these traditions than sugar skulls, ofrendas and marigolds. Otherwise known as the "day of the dead", according to Aztec mythology our loved ones make the journey back from the underworld for 24 hours. In the land of living, we grieve, we mourn, we remember, we celebrate, and we reflect on those we have lost. It is a celebration of life and of death, as it is always a constant reminder how closely linked the living and the departed truly are.

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The wickedest man in the world, the Scottish Queen of the Witches, the alleged demon witch of Rhode Island and the official witch of Salem all had a significant influence on the history of witchcraft. Their stories and beliefs impacted the way that society treated the accused and those who confessed to practicing magick for centuries. During the age of enlightenment, things finally started to turn around and witch hunts finally started to seem like a thing of the past... until you see the modern day parallels.

What do you think of when you hear Friday the 13th? Most likely crazed killers in hockey masks, superstitions, and maybe tattoo specials. But long before these became the traditions we know of today, Friday the 13th was a tradition built around the Divine Feminine. This week marks our 2nd Friday the 13th this year, and this month I want to reconsider our way of thinking around this infamously negative day because we really shouldn't give anything that much power over us that we refuse to leave our house.

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Occult practices are more common than you may realize. Yes, the occult includes witchcraft, divination and scrying but what if I told you it’s even manifestation, buying crystals, reading tarot, saging, watching Buffy, reading Harry Potter and having full moon practices? Humans have had occult traditions for as long as we have been able to keep records and I am ready to embrace this supernatural and hidden realm of knowledge. 

So are you ready to learn more about the diverse, fascinating and often misunderstood world of occult practices and embrace your inner occultist?

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What’s your favorite conspiracy theory? They may have a bad reputation, but all of us have gone down the rabbit hole before and come out the other side laughing, or maybe questioning, the idea that was presented to us. This is the point when fact and fiction may blur together and leave us questioning what is real.

This week we’re exploring the divisive world of conspiracy theories in the digital age. Join as we uncover how the internet shapes these narratives and the impact they have on society. 

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In the shadowy corridors of the paranormal, no number looms larger—or spookier—than thirteen, so why not make an entire episode about it? Welcome to episode 13 where we dive into the superstitious origins, real life examples of bad luck around the number and try to debunk the reputation of the number 13 and Friday the 13th. 

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Do you have a complicated relationship with your mom? Are you healing from a “mother wound”? Have you ever wondered why there are so many depictions of sinister mothers in the horror genre? Well then Episode 12 - Mommy Dearest is for you! 

This week I’m deep diving in maternal relationships, the impact they have on us individually and the influence they have on narratives in the media. Join me as I navigate the complex and haunting world of maternal relationships in the movies, and gain a deeper understanding of the Mother Wound's lasting impact on our collective psyche.

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