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By Rowan Oaken
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Dive into a spine-chilling exploration of fear with me in this week’s episode of Season of the Witch - but not too deep, open water is gross. Journey through the evolutionary roots of fear, its epigenetic inheritance, and how our bodies react to it. Discover how media magnifies fear, the historical whirlwinds of mass hysteria, and the unique ways the witchy and LGBTQ+ communities navigate through fears. Plus, get introduced to the enchanting world of October Occult (@octoberoccult) candles in our new witchy business spotlight segment. Share your eerie or enlightening thoughts with me on socials at @sotwwithrowan or drop a spooky line at [email protected]. Happy Halloween, witches, and a Merry Samhain too! Now, go carve yourself a sexy pumpkin after tuning in. Episode Outline: I. Introduction A. Greetings: Warm Halloween and Samhain wishes from host Rowan B. Theme Introduction: Unveiling the episode's focus on exploring fear from multifaceted angles II. Evolutionary Exploration of Fear A. Survival Mechanisms: Delve into the evolutionary roots of fear B. Epigenetic Inheritance: Discussion on how fear responses may be inherited C. Physiological Responses: Understanding the body's reaction to fear III. Media’s Magnification of Fear A. Propagation of Fear: Analysis of how media amplifies fear B. Mass Hysteria Historical Instances: Uncovering events like the Dancing Plague of 1518 and the Satanic Panic IV. Witchy Remedies for Fear A. Community Practices: Exploration of witchy community's tactics for managing fear B. Personal Rituals: Sharing rituals for releasing or binding fears V. Community Spotlight A. Witchy Business Segment Introduction: Launching a new segment to promote witchy businesses B. October Occult Spotlight: Featuring October Occult candles by Hayley May VI. Intersection of LGBTQ+ Community and Horror Genre A. Unique Relationship: Discussing the LGBTQ+ community’s connection with the horror genre B. Historical and Representational Insights: Delving into the historical resonance and representation in horror narratives VII. Fascination with Fear A. Fear Enjoyment Exploration: Understanding the allure of fear and its biochemical reactions

Well, we are almost there my lovely witches, 365 days of Season of the Witch! Celebrate with me (as I also celebrate my birthday) by delving into the pagan origins of birthday candles and cakes, gift giving and a few of my thoughts around horoscopes and planetary returns. If you’re looking for your individual planetary returns, here’s your link: https://horoscopes.astro-seek.com/planet-revolutions-returns See you all soon. Rowan x

Join me, Rowan, in this week’s episode of Season of the Witch where I will be talking all about the moon from history, folklore and associations. Moon Magick? I have you covered. Moon Phases? Got those. Moon Months? Yes. Moon deities? I even have that! What about the blue moon? I have something… It’s not great but I have something. Come cheese out here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/156201159705298 Come chat with me on Instagram @sotwwithrowan

Join me, Rowan, in our last weekly episode before the show moves to bi-monthly (two a month) as we discuss Bonfire Night (Guy Fawkes Night: 5th November) and some of its connections to Pagan practices. In our main segment this week, we will be talking cultural appropriation in Neopagasm, Wicca and the craft to analyse when it is okay to appropriate, whether it is ever okay to appropriate and to discuss some of the differences between appropriation and cultural diffusion. Stick around for our bonus segment, where I will discussing ways to magickally boost your mood over the next few difficult weeks and stay grounded when everything feels chaotic. Continue the conversations over on Instagram, Facebook ant Twitter @sotwwithrowan or send me an email at [email protected]

Something wicked this way comes. Welcome to our very first spooky episode! Titled after my FAVOURITE TV show of the 90’s, ‘Are you Afraid of the Dark’. Join me, Rowan, as we creep through the woods to unearth some terrifying tales about Shadow People and be chilled more knowing that all of these are true stories. After that, we arrive through the woods at Mill Lane, where we will be investigating the haunting of a very troubled house. Don’t forget to continue the conversation over on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @SOTWwithRowan or send me an email over at [email protected] Get ready to spill the tea with me and read the ominous leaves to filth.
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