The Bell Witch Podcast: Wholesome Spirituality for Magical Folks

Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- "Witching in the 21st Century"
A show for wholesome spirituality for magical folks.

In this 'Solitary Witch' episode of The Bell Witch podcast, host Swailes the Friendly Green Witch of Leeds, opens with a Dakota tribe fable explaining the red ring around the wood duck's eyes. She then shares her personal love of ducks before exploring their rich symbolism across cultures, including Celtic, Egyptian, Norse, and Native American traditions.
Covering themes of adaptability, emotional resilience, fertility, and transformation, she also discusses ducks in dreams, tarot, and witchcraft practice. There is even unexpected wisdom from the iconic bath toy- the yellow rubber duck!
The episode balances fun light-hearted personal anecdotes with deeper spiritual insights, closing with an invitation to embrace the duck's joyful, resilient spirit in everyday magical life.

Sources
https://www.worldoftales.com/Native_American_folktales/Native_American_Folktale_37.html#gsc.tab=0
https://www.nwf.org/Educational-Resources/Wildlife-Guide/Birds/Wood-Duck
https://parlourofwonders.com/blogs/animal-magic/the-symbolism-of-ducks?srsltid=AfmBOooBgOYnOg1o82PreVILGWSA9mKZTjToXjkVLlY5mdcHp8gWoZEW
https://grimaudfreres.com/actualite-grimaud-freres/actu/between-duck-and-man-a-kind-of-special-privileged-bond/
https://www.wildgratitude.com/duck-symbolism/?srsltid=AfmBOoq7tY2Z9QuPwYgy8FES0z0pFqE6WcL2o3kSsHVobcxH0B7FXtKb

Books-
The Dream Dictionary 1974
The Magic of Birds by Mabh Savage 2026

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Contemporary witchcraft, spirituality, modern witch, green witch, animal magic, Bell Witch, Solitary Witch, Dakota tribe fable, Itomi and the Ducks, wood duck, Skiska, symbolism of ducks, mythology, spiritual correspondences, adaptability, emotional resilience, community, fertility, transformation, water and land, folklore, Celtic, Egyptian, Norse mythology, indigenous religion, eggs, goddess Neith, goddess Brigid, prosperity, abundance, Native American cultures, children’s literature, rubber duck, tarot, Empress card, nurturing, emotional stability, personal practice, collecting feathers, spells, resilience, playful quacks, social nature, cyclical nature of life, lucky omens, family harmony, cultural stories, witchcraft practices, themes of malice, sexual power, survival, personal connections, adaptability in spirituality, joy, gratitude, stay magical, spells, nature, paganism, modern witchcraft, sacred animals, ducklings, water fowl, spell craft, ritual, offerings, feathers 

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Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast, 'Witching in the 21st Century'

In this 'Moot Loot' episode of TBWP host Swailes welcomes Thea Ayres, a Leeds-based pro tarot reader, poet, yogini and mystic for her first podcast appearance. Thea shares her spiritual journey, including her devotion to the Great Goddess, how tarot became a form of prayer during her gender transition, and her work reading cards at queer venues across Leeds. Thea is passionate about helping her Tarot clients to look inwards, connect to their spiritual source and find greater peace and freedom in their lives.

They discuss influential figures like Rachel Pollack and Kae Tempest, explore the evolving nature of tarot practice, and Thea shares a moving personal poem. Listen out for the Bell Witch Exclusive!

Connect and book a reading with Thea- https://www.instagram.com/thea.ayres/

Golden Lobes Pod Pals mentioned-
Limited Time Only- https://open.spotify.com/show/3hQkvLwmjHZ8ZskufDKZVu?si=4c340263121c469a
Neuroses Journal Podcast- Neuroses Journal

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Bell Witch podcast, Thea Ayres, tarot reader, poet, mystic, Leeds, modern witchcraft, goddess, personal poetry, Rachel Pollack, Kae Tempest, tarot reading practices, spirituality, tarot decks, inclusivity, pronoun respect, Trans community, Trans rights, Great Goddess, Divine Mother, spiritual awakening, nature spirits, queer community, tarot readings, rituals, cleansing, sage, Divine Feminine Oracle, Tower card, Moon Garden, pop-up readings, queer venues, personal experiences, heart warming interactions, divine masculine, divine feminine, radical concepts, gender balance, Fool card, the tower, spells , Shining Tribe tarot, modern tarot, 78 Degrees of Wisdom, archetypal transsexuality, feminist spirituality, devotional poetry, Bhakti poets, trans feminist poetry, mythology, spoken word, poetry performances, tarot myths, mysticism, Instagram, book chapters, community support, podcast awards, independent podcasters, podcasting journey, LGBTQ+, allyship, privileged, good ally work, feminism, modern witch, chatty podcast, green witch, tarot readings, marginalised folk,   

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Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- a wholesome show on all things 'Witching in the 21st Century'

In this episode, host Swailes the Friendly Green Witch of Leeds celebrates her best Sabat- Beltane: the ancient vibrant pagan fire festival marking life, fertility, and renewal. She explores its historical roots, from Celtic cattle purification rituals to Maypole and Morris dancing traditions. Swailes discusses the sacred union of the May Queen and her Consort, symbolising balance between the masculine and feminine energy. She highlights Beltane's connection to nature, including the colourful tulips, magical hawthorn, buzzing bees, and blossom fae, alongside associated deities like Cernunnos and Bona Dea. The episode concludes with practical celebration suggestions, including lighting fires, bathing in morning dew, making floral crowns, and embracing the May Day community.

Mentioned in this episode-
The Fabolous Rainbow Morris Dancers of Saltaire-   https://www.facebook.com/rainbowmorrissaltaire

Episodes mentioned-
Folklore of Trees https://open.spotify.com/episode/3FliuuHrWulFcwQRBwct4P?si=rGs9TVAiQwaem0bDj4fpoQ
Green Man- https://open.spotify.com/episode/1KoBb1t2rAgiwZZyKHQpwG?si=6ed1b964a5324e12
Mumming for Yule- https://open.spotify.com/episode/0zf061azGMeUlujZMGoXPi?si=VocUtOzhRYqh5xfqzZvP8Q

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PROUDLY SUPPORTING MISSING WITCHES
Our friends over at 'Missing Witches' aim not only to do the work but to be the work. It’s brutally obvious how much the "new age" has engaged in an extractive and often appropriative relationship with Indigenous knowledge and people.  As part of the work of reparations, each year, they pay forward all of their May community earnings to the Native Women’s Shelter of Montreal AND organize a community Reparations fundraiser. We would love your help, whether it’s donating, signal boosting or joining their squad. Find out more at MissingWitches.com/Reparations 
The Missing Witches Team would like to thank you for your support in sharing our work. We are so grateful to have found YOU as part of our community.


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Beltaine, Beltain, Celtic sabat, sabat, wiccan wheel, May Day, May pole, Morris Dancing, Summer, Celebrations, Nature, Fae, Fairy, Goddess, God, May King, May Queen, spirits, trees, blossom, tulips, pagan, ritual, morning drew, Celtic dainties, spiritual significance, balance, unity, fertility, nature, flowers, tulips, trees, bees, fairies, communal ritual, bonfires, purification, sacred ashes, fertility rituals, Walpurgis Night, divine masculine, divine feminine, maypole dance, world tree, nature spirits, going a-Maying, weddings, handfastings, dandelion, hawthorn, blackthorn, rowan, elderflowers, cowslips, foxgloves, cherry blossoms, fairy realm, animal symbolism, Horned God, Cernunnos, goddesses, Artemis, Danu, Diana, Flora, Freya, Bonea Dea, tarot, oracle cards, community celebration, floral crowns, Beltane morning dew, ritual renewal, balance of energies, magic, love, light, sex.

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Welcome to the 2nd part of the Vox Pocks episodes.

This is a special 2 part episode where The Bell Witch Podcast was invited to be official media, covering the Healing Alternatives Festival Ilkley 11 & 12 April 2026.

This is a new style of episode where we are on the ground talking direct to the healers on at the show on a wide range of unusual holistic therapies. 

Next date September-  https://www.healing-alternatives.co.uk/next-event-details-ilkley

Featured in this episode in order-
Jennifer Leigh Emotional Code Practitioner and Wellbeing Felicitator- 
https://bookaby.me/jennifer-leigh/whats-on
https://www.instagram.com/jennifer_leigh_intuitive/

Darren Ibbetson of Breath of Transformation- https://breathoftransformation.co.uk/
https://www.instagram.com/breathoftransformation/

I was lucky enough to experience the therapies from both these incredible healers and thought it would add an extra dimension to group them both on the episode with myself as a client.

Huge thank you to all above for appearing on the first ever Vox Pocks by TBWP

Support the pod by joining Patreon and receive bonus content on Patreon.com/thebellwitchpodcast 

Please help the show grow by leaving ratings and reviews wherever you listen to your podcasts. 

Thank you for listening, stay magical. 

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Vox pocks, interview, holistic therapies, massage, reiki, healing, light language, sound baths, spiritual art, wellbeing, wellness, mindful, alternative therapies, complimentary therapy, spirit, yoga, sound bowls, festival, likely, Leeds, west Yorkshire, trees, independent business, witch biz, small business, aromatherapy, field mic, on the ground, witch, witchcraft, humans, crystals, support, breathwork, swailes, stalls emotion code, felicitator 

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Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- a wholesome show on all things 'Witching in the 21st Century'

In this second part of the two part 'Moot Loot' episode of The Bell Witch podcast, host Swailes the Friendly Green Witch interviews Molly Donlan, professional witch, Reiki Master, and author of a fabulous new book Mundane Magic. Molly shares her reiki healing insights, how magic and the nervous system can work together and how that anxiety tiger from neolithic times can be buffered by simply taking time to ground and breath. The conversation highlights how podcasting and witchcraft have both been transformative, creating authentic connections and a supportive community in a fast paced world.

Connect with Molly here- 
https://mollydonlan.com/mundane-magic
Demystify Magic Podcast- https://mollydonlan.com/podcast/

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Made with Love & Magic by Swailes https://www.instagram.com/the_bell_witch_podcast

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Swailes, Molly Donlan, professional witch, Reiki Master, crystal healer, magical author, Demystify Magic, Mundane Magic, witchcraft, everyday magic, podcasting, witchy podcasts, magical intention, nightstand altar, vacuuming magic, cleaning with intention, spiritual practices, witchy community, mundane magic, summer spells, simmer pot, motivation, focus, podcast interview, personal journey, embracing witchcraft, magical practices, intention setting, witchcraft history, Gerald Gardner, Alister Crowley, magical rituals, accessible magic, holistic healing, community support, creative expression, podcasting journey, spiritual growth, self-discovery, mindfulness, energy clearing, green witch, listeners vote, Leeds, Golden Lobes Awards, London, Hoover, spells, witchy pod

Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast 'Witching in the 21st Century'

This is a special episode where The Bell Witch Podcast was invited to be official media, covering the Healing Alternatives Festival Ilkley 11 & 12 April 2026.

This is a new style of episode where we are on the ground talking direct to the healers on at the show on a wide range of unusual holistic therapies. 

Next date September-  https://www.healing-alternatives.co.uk/next-event-details-ilkley

Featured in this episode in order- 

Angela Green The Body Wise Facilitator- https://angelagreen.co.uk/
Festival attendee Kitty in a beautiful swing dress
Mandy of Held by Mandy Mother of Root at The Crystal Booth- https://www.instagram.com/heldbymandy/
Heidi Jane Holistics- https://www.instagram.com/heidijanemcdowell/
Ant 369/Shanti Prema/ I am Yoga 369- https://www.instagram.com/ant36_9/
The Aroma Faery- www.thearomafaery.co.uk
Gerry Andrews of The Body Mind Coach  https://gerryandrews.co.uk/
Malina covering Steph Reding Myofascial Release- https://www.stephaniereading.co.uk/mfr/https://www.stephaniereading.co.uk/mfr/myofascial-release//

Huge thank you to all above for appearing on the first ever Vox Pocks by TBWP

Support the pod by joining Patreon and receive bonus content on Patreon.com/thebellwitchpodcast 

Please help the show grow by leaving ratings and reviews wherever you listen to your podcasts. 

Thank you for listening, stay magical 

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Vox pocks, interview, holistic therapies, massage, reiki, healing, light language, sound baths, spiritual art, wellbeing, wellness, mindful, alternative therapies, complimentary therapy, spirit, yoga, sound bowls, festival, likely, Leeds, west Yorkshire, trees, independent business, witch biz, small business, aromatherapy, field mic, on the ground, witch, witchcraft, humans, crystals, support, breathwork, swailes, stalls,  

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Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- a wholesome show on all things 'Witching in the 21st Century'

In this two part 'Moot Loot' episode of The Bell Witch podcast, host Swailes interviews Molly Donlan, professional witch, Reiki Master, and author of a fabulous new book Mundane Magic. Molly shares her gradual journey from scepticism to embracing witchcraft, largely influenced by her podcast Demystify Magic. She discusses her book's philosophy of integrating low-effort magic into everyday tasks like vacuuming, (Hoovering to the Brits!) washing dishes, and creating a nightstand altar. Molly also shares favourite summer spells, including simmer pots for motivation. The conversation highlights how podcasting and witchcraft have both been transformative, creating authentic connections and a supportive community.

https://mollydonlan.com/mundane-magic
Demystify Magic Podcast- https://mollydonlan.com/podcast/

Podcast Pal- Witchy Woman Walking- https://open.spotify.com/show/0U36TBmhaSVgRo3cMck3bW?si=d7789ea9225042b1

Join the Patreon to support the show at www.patreon.com/thebellwitchpodcast

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Swailes, Molly Donlan, professional witch, Reiki Master, crystal healer, magical author, Demystify Magic, Mundane Magic, witchcraft, everyday magic, podcasting, witchy podcasts, magical intention, nightstand altar, vacuuming magic, cleaning with intention, spiritual practices, witchy community, mundane magic, summer spells, simmer pot, motivation, focus, podcast interview, personal journey, embracing witchcraft, magical practices, intention setting, witchcraft history, Gerald Gardner, Alister Crowley, magical rituals, accessible magic, holistic healing, community support, creative expression, podcasting journey, spiritual growth, self-discovery, mindfulness, energy clearing, green witch, listeners vote, Leeds, Golden Lobes Awards, London, Hoover, spells, witchy pod

Welcome to a Solitary Witch Episode with The Bell Witch Podcast- a show that is all about 'witching in the 21st Century' This is a spontaneous offering from Swailes as she reminisces on the trees of her past, and how they anchor moments of importance in her history. The host opens with a story- Why the Ash has Black Buds by William Fiennes from the Woodland Trust Org book named Why Willows Weep. This is a calming episode that invites the listener to connect with trees today and allow them to assist ones witchcraft.

Sources- British Trees: Folklore and Mythology - Woodland Trust
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tree, British folklore, story telling, witch, independent podcast, witchy, witchy podcast, paganism, nature, trees, tales, craft, magic, ritual, history, elm, woods, sycamore, oak, leaves, leaf, branches, contemporary folklore, pagan, paganism, memories, personal stories, mindful, meditation, spiritual, fae, forests, woods, England, Leeds, green witch, inspired 

This episode is dedicated to Jenny Tollinton of PosiTone Changing Perceptions https://www.youtube.com/@positonechangingperception3372

Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast "Witching in the 21st Century"

In this episode, host and Friendly Green Witch of Leeds- Swailes, chats to Katharine of Orangeblossom Oldways about the upcoming Healing Alternatives Festival held in the heart of Ilkley, West Yorkshire on April 11-12. Katharine tells us about the festival and why she holds it dear, as well as folklore tales of the local landscape of Ilkley which is a supernatural spiritual hotspot!

As our host Swailes is an official affiliate (swish) she will be attending all weekend with a brand new shiny field mic with a view of creating the very first Vox Pox style episode of TBWP, capturing the wholesome essence of this fabulous community driven event in real-time!

More info here- https://discoverilkley.co.uk/event/ilkley-healing-alternatives-festival-spring-2026/

Buy tickets here- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ilkley-healing-alternatives-festival-tickets-1226073802749

Follow Orangeblossom Oldways here- https://www.instagram.com/orangeblossomoldways/

Connect here- https://linktr.ee/orangeblossomoldways

Are you planning on attending the festival? it would be great to connect and get a selfie with TBWP magical ears! 

Connect with Swailes- Linktree.com/friendlygreenwitch 
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Witches, witchy podcast, Bell Witch, witchcraft, folklore, stories, mythical, Ilkley, Otley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, English podcast, spells, magic, magick, alternative therapy, holistic, reiki, healing, light language, sound bath, wicca, pagans, vox pox, spells, crystals, talks, workshops, tarot, oracle, birth, mothers, babies, women, feminism, matriarchy, red tent, drumming, shamanic, shaman, journeying, local, weekend, stalls, interviews, chatty pod, green witch, love, community, cacao, ceremony 

In this solitary witch episode, Swailes merendas through the lovely folklore of the seasonal flower- the daffodil. Join the host for folklore telling's, witch tips and pleasant poetry in this springtime episode. 

Dont forget to vote TBWP in the Golden Lobes Listener Awards- linktree.com/friendlygreenwitch.

Sources -
https://www.learnreligions.com/daffodil-magic-legends-and-folklore-4000607
https://thebennetts23.medium.com/the-daffodil-story-dc0aa7055dc6
https://www.appleyardflowers.com/flowerdiaries/daffodil-facts/
https://www.rhs.org.uk/garden-inspiration/plants-we-love/daffodils-art-myth-folklore
https://plantcaretoday.com/daffodils-myths-legends.html

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Podcast Pals- 
The Guilty and the Ghostly Podcast

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Folklore, lore, British, spring time, Ostara, magic, witchcraft, spring equinox, easter, herbalism, magick, plants, flowers, plant magic, herbal, earth, spirituality, solitary witch, history, flora, bees, countryside, spells, Leeds, UK, England, mythology, tales, chatty witch, green witch, craft, altar, wicca, pagan, paganism.