This Season 2 finale is an uncensored, unedited, Witches & Wine-type episode, featuring two special co-hosts, Justin and Tianna! Topics discussed in this episode include: Wicca isn't ancient; the devil in witchcraft; variation with different traditions; types of witchcraft/magic (how witchcraft differs in other countries); magic and pop culture; the witchy westhetic; coven leader variations and generational issues (millennial coven leaders vs boomers); do you have to be female to really be a witch; coming from a bloodline of witches; do you have to be Wiccan to be a Witch; the "Rule of 3"; Gardnerian worship; and Witchcraft as a Cult. 

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This episode features an exciting interview with Jason Mankey! Jason is a Witch, channel manager at Patheos Pagan, eclectic and Gardnerian coven leader, and host of the podcast "Witches, Whisky & Wit." Jason has also authored several Pagan books, such as Transformative Witchcraft, The Witches Athame,  The Witches Altar, and his newest book, "Llewellyn's Little Book of Yule," which will be available to own on September 9th. Ashley and Jason talk about various topics such as what it's like to celebrate both Pagan and Monotheistic holidays (such as both Christmas and Yule), leading and adapting group rituals, working with different tradition energies, alcoholic drinks for the holidays, the Wheel of The Year, and... what to do when you need to use the bathroom in the middle of a ritual!  You can find Jason on Patheos on his blog "Raise the Horns," or on his website at www.panmankey.com/  You can find Ashley on Twitter (@SeekWitchcraft), Facebook at 'Seeking Witchcraft Podcast," Instagram (@seekingwitchcraft), or Patreon (patreon.com/seekingwitchcraft). 

Author Amy Blackthorn joins the show as a special guest! Amy discusses the magical properties of various herbs and oils, how to use essential oil blends for magic, create various potions and brews, how to smoke cleanse your home, and many, many other useful tips! In addition, Amy discusses her three (amazing) books which are perfect for any one wanting to learn how to use herbs, oils, and much, much more, for your magical practice. The books discussed are "Blackthorn's Botanical Magic: The Green Witch’s Guide to Essential Oils for Spellcraft, Ritual & Healing," "Blackthorn's Botanical Brews: Herbal Potions, Magical Teas, and Spirited Libations," and "Sacred Smoke: Clear Away Negative Energies and Purify Body, Mind, and Spirit." All books are currently published and available to order on Amazon. You can also find Amy on her personal website at http://amyblackthorn.com/ ; her botanical website at https://blackthornhoodooblends.com/ , her facebook at "Amy Blackthorn Author," her witchy meme page, "Witchcraft-Down & Dirty," or on her podcast, The Blackthorn Grove (https://anchor.fm/BlackthornGrove). You can find Ashley on Facebook at "Seeking Witchcraft Podcast," the community Facebook group at "Witches Seeking Witchcraft," Twitter (@SeekWitchcraft), Instagram (@seekingwitchcraft), or Patreon (patreon.com/seekingwitchcraft). Thanks for listening! 

This is the final episode of the Astrology mini-series, hosted by both Tianna and Ashley. This episode covers how to work with and perform magic that corresponds with the moon phases, sun phases, and the planets.  You can find Tianna on Youtube  (youtube.com/storybookapothecary), Instagram (@storybookbeauty), or on her new podcast, The Christian & the Witch. (https://anchor.fm/christianwitch/) You can find Ashley on Twitter (@SeekWitchcraft), Instagram (@seekingwitchcraft), Facebook (Seeking Witchcraft Podcast), or Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/seekingwitchcraft). You can also join the new community Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/witchesseekingwitchcraft/

This episode features Ashley and very special guest, Seamus! Seamus is a 3rd degree High Priest in the Gardnerian community. Seamus gives his perspective with his experience as a gay male in the Witchcraft and Wiccan community, as well as gives valuable advice for those who are curious about skyclad practice, sexuality within the Craft, or are interested in seeking and joining the witch community.