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I was going to release this episode in October but I felt moved to release it now (perhaps by the Cailleach herself!). 

As we enter the season of the Crone it is time for us all to ground ourselves, go within and allow for our inner wisdom to speak to us. It is a time for stillness, a time for facing and alchemizing our shadows. Telling that inner child 'I see you and I hear you.'

The Cailleach is returning from the forest to reign during the colder months, beginning on Samhain (Halloween). With the crazy energies right now, be still, stay focused and listen to the inner wisdom of the Winter Crone, being open to what she has to show you.

This episode was recorded in Crow's Haven at Castle Blood. The video version of this episode will be released at my After Hours vlogging channel (im also getting the hang of my new microphone so please excuse the occasional mic popping!) as part of my 31 Days of Halloween, when you will actually get a little look at Crow's Haven. Or see it in person by visiting the amazing inhabitants of Castle Blood this Halloween season!

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#Samhain #Halloween #mabon #thecailleach #seasonofthecrone #gowithin #Castleblood #maidenmothercrone #bestillandgowithin

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What scared you as a child? Or what story and urban legend left a profound impact on you. For many born in the later years of the 20th century it was the Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark Trilogy. In this episode I talk of my own experience growing up with this popular series and how it influenced my own storytelling going forward. 

Did you grow up with the Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark books? If so, which story had the most lasting impression on you?

#scarystoriestotellinthedark #urbanlegends #ghosttales #halloween #Samhain 

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Greetings! In this episode I discuss the significance and ancient traditions of the festival of Lughnasadh/Lammas. In addition we get into how we can incorporate this festival of first Harvest and first fruits into our own modern lives, bringing forth the wisdom of our ancestors. I hope you enjoy listening to this episode and I would love to hear about how you're celebrating this next turn of the Celtic Wheel.

The White Witch Parlour's Harvest Milk Recipe

#Lughnasadh #mabon #harvestseason #celticwheel #celticwheeloflife

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Well greetings! Here in the After Hours and around the Bonfire, it's never too early to start planning your Halloween and Samhain adventures! 
 Today I sit down with the castle's own ghostly host Ricky Dick aka Gravely Macabre. we discuss the history of the castle (and how they came to take residence in a century 's old funeral home) along with what to expect from them this halloween season and beyond. And make them part of your Halloween and Samhain plans🎃

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and support them on Patreon:
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My music/main channel @TiffanyApanMusic  

#castleblood #codeorange #gothicfantasyart #hauntedattractions #samhain #halloween #hauntedattraction #horror

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In this special episode of the Bonfires & Castles podcast, we pay a little homage to the Summer Solstice and the ancient festival of Litha as the Celtic Wheel of life makes yet another turn. 

The history and traditions of the festival are discussed, Midsummer in the faerie realm, along with how you can honor the first day of summer and how I am personally spending today!

So grab a piece of earth to sit on and enjoy this Summer Solstice and Litha!

How are you spending today?🧚‍♀️🌱

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On this day in 1536, England saw the first Queen executed by beheading. Queen Anne Boleyn has left quite an iconic mark on history and the English monarchy. While I plan to do more episodes on her, this episode is a tribute to her on this day.

One of my favorite sources on all things Anne Boleyn is Claire Ridgway's Channel on YouTube, The Anne Boleyn Files and the Tudor Society. She's also written some excellent books which I will be discussing more of.

Until then, rest east and eternal peace to Anne Boleyn, George Boleyn, Sir Henry Norris, sir Francis Weston, William Brereton, and Mark Smeaton. 

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THROWBACK EPISODE: Originally recorded back in 2022, this is a conversation I had with Celtic Rock Band Tempest front man Lief Sorbye when I interviewed him for Celtic Nations Magazine. 

This is being released in light of the release of his new book in which he tells his life story. I plan to feature that book on this podcast, but for now, enjoy this Throwback episode!

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We are upon the time of year when winter begins its retreat, allowing spring to enter. When the Winter Crone makes her way back into the woods, making way for St. Brigid to usher in the warmer months.

What is the significance of this Gaelic Festival of Imbolc and the feminine triage (maiden, mother, and crone) and how can we best spend our time during these final days of Winter?

Tune in as we explore this ancient holiday and the significance that the feminine triage holds in our lives.