The Oracle of Luna with Bridget Engels- Conversations with Witches & Goddesses

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I am especially thrilled to speak with - Frances Billinghurst! Frances is an Author, Metaphysician, Energy Worker and High Priestess at the Temple of the Dark Moon who has as been exploring the occult and esoteric sciences for many years.  Hailing from Australia, she is the author of an increasing number of titles including Dancing the Sacred Wheel , Encountering the Dark Goddess: A Journey into the Shadow Realms, Contemporary Witchcraft: Foundational Practices for a Magical Life, and her newest book: On Her Silver Rays: A Guide to the Moon, Myth and Magic.  On this episode, we delve into how Frances' deep interest in sacred symbolism, archetypes and mythology are woven through her powerful writing and magical work. Tune in and be enlightened!

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I am supremely honored to speak with Z. Budapest in this episode of the Oracle of Luna podcast! Zsuzsanna Budapest is the Mother of the Goddess Spirituality movement and Founder of Dianic Wicca. She has been one of the most influential visionary Witches in the Herstory of witchcraft. Hungarian born, Z. Budapest fled to the US when she was 16 and studied theater/improv in New York and at Second City in Chicago. We chat about her  involvement as an activist in the Women’s Liberation movement in the early 70’s and her destiny to be the founder of the Susan B. Anthony Coven #1 in the 1970’s in LA and author of several books including the ground breaking : “The Holy Book of Women’s Mysteries”.  Z. has dedicated her life to the Goddess and she is an incredible visionary High Priestess and feminist who has paved the path for Witches and covens past, present and future. ️For over 50 years, Z. Budapest is still a vibrant and relevant role model for millions of women worldwide to connect with their Goddess heritage. She is the Founder/Director of the Women’s Spirituality Forum which is a valuable resource for  Goddess retreats, events, ceremonies, and classes/workshops. I am so  delighted to have had this illuminating chat with Z. Budapest. Tune in and be enlightened!

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On this episode; I am so delighted to chat with Yeshe Matthews. Yeshe is an ordained Priestess & Sybil at the Mt. Shasta Goddess Temple where leads Goddess online and in-person ceremonies, retreats  & rituals. She weaves a rich tapestry of cross-cultural traditions in her magical offerings with her unique blend of Dharma practice and Goddess Spirituality. Yeshe received her Master's degree from Sarah Lawrence College in Women's History and has performed sacred drama, studied Tibetan Buddhism, as well as immersed herself in the Dianic Wiccan tradition in the San Francisco bay area  with Z. Budapest. She has dedicated her life to helping women connect with the Goddess in a profound way through her many teachings, workshops and sacred pilgrimages.  Tune in and be enlightened!

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In this Episode of the Oracle of Luna podcast with Bridget Engels: I am exceptionally thrilled to share a captivating conversation with present day Goddess: Najah Lightfoot. We delve into Najah's early interest in Goddess spirituality, Hoodoo, Vodou as a sacred religion, music, her published books: Powerful Juju: Goddesses, Music & Magic for Comfort, Guidance & Protection, and the bestselling Good Juju: Mojos, Rites & Practices for the Magical Soul.  Najah is also a regular contributor to Llewellyn annuals. We chat about her dedication to inspiring us to lead our best magickal life with accessible Goddess wisdom to navigate the challenging times with strength, power and Juju. Tune in and be enlightened!

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In this episode, I have the distinct pleasure of speaking with Marion Brigantia!
Marion is a Priestess of Brighde-Brigantia of Avalon, Sister of Rhiannon and Goddess Luminary Leader in Glastonbury UK and worldwide. Marion is also the co-organizer of the annual Glastonbury Goddess Conference, and a guardian of the Temple of Avalon. Marion shares her spiritual journey and her devotion to the Goddess & Saint Brigid.  We also learn about the sacred land around Glastonbury, her  Brighde-Brigantia courses  which are a myriad of in-person and online trainings and workshops remembering, reclaiming and celebrating the Goddess & Saint Brigid , myths & legends of Brigid and leading her sacred tours of holy sites in the UK. Marion enchants us with a special Brigid candle blessing & invocation at the end of the episode. Tune in and be enlightened!

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On this episode to start 2023 off magically; I speak with Astrea Taylor.  We  chat about Astrea’s spiritual journey as an eclectic Witch and as an Author.  She encourages and empowers us in her writing to forge our true path using our  intuition to guide us and give meaning with creative projects, magic making and the witchcraft that we do. She is an eclectic Pagan Witch, fire dancer and the Author of : “IntuitiveWitchcraft”, “Air Magic”, “Modern Witchcraft with the Greek Gods”, and the forthcoming book: “Inspiring Creativity Through Magick” (coming July 8th, 2023). She shares her love of science, research, magic, history, mental health, and creativity. Tune in and be enlightened!

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On this episode; I am exceptionally thrilled to chat with Danielle Blackwood. Danielle is a professional Astrologer, Registered Counseling Therapist (RTC) in private practice, and the author of the bestselling book: The Twelve Faces of The Goddess: Transform Your Life with Astrology, Magick and the Sacred Feminine and the recent release, A Lantern in the Dark: Navigate Life's Crossroads with Story, Ritual and Sacred Astrology.  She is also a regular contributor for Llewellyn's annuals and her work has appeared many times in The Witches' Datebook and The Witches' Calendar, among others. Danielle is a passionate lifelong student of folklore, mythology, and depth psychology, and helping others through their rites of passage when they find themselves in a dark wood, is at the heart of her work. Tune in and be enlightened!

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In this episode of the Oracle of Luna podcast, I have a chat with: Dr. Amy Hale. Amy is a writer, curator, and critic, and folklorist doing her work in the UK and US. Amy’s research on the incredible British female Occultist/Surrealist artist, Ithell Calquhoun is fascinating!  Ithell Colquhoun was a unique and esoteric artist who merged her passion of Occultism, Magic, Surrealism, Sacred Landscape and Celtic spirituality into her unique and powerful paintings and drawings. We talk about how Ithell was very involved in several spiritual communities during the 1940’s & 1950’s with the likes of Dion Fortune, WB Yeats, Madeline Montalban, etc. who were big influences on her art and vision.  Ithell Colquhoun was a magnificent female artist who is finally recognized recently for her remarkable & prolific body of work. Tune in and be enlightened!

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I’m thrilled to have this enchanting conversation with Author & Morrigan Priestess - Stephanie Woodfield! In this episode of the Oracle of Luna podcast, we delve into the ancient and complex Irish dark Goddess, Morrigan or the Morrigan. Also known as: the Great Queen, Raven Battle Goddess, The Phantom Queen, she is a sacred triad comprised of Anu, Macha, and Badb. She is connected to war, sovereignty, shapeshifting, magic and much more.

We discuss Stephanie’s incredible books in particular: “Priestess of the Morrigan, Prayers, Rituals & Devotional Work to the Great Queen, her sacred retreats with Morrigu’s Daughters how she became a dedicated to the Morrigan, her other books about Celtic dark Goddess lore and strengthening your relationship to diety in general. Morrigan is with us to fight our own battles and to survive our own struggles whatever they may be. The Morrigan is truly a Goddess of our times since she guides us to our own power & sovereignty regardless of gender. Tune in & be enlightened-Hail Morrigan!!

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Samhain & Halloween Blessings!! We shall pass through the veil and go on a mystical guided meditation journey with the Goddess Morrigan. She who is shrouded in Mystery, who is the Phantom-Queen, Dark Goddess of Death, Great Raven Queen and Shapeshifter. Indeed, Morrigan is called by several different names: Morrigu, Morgaine, Morrighan, and Morgan Le Fay. She is seen in many guises, and is one of the foremost of Triple Goddesses. Her different aspects are represented by the fertility maiden, the mother cauldron and the death crone. Life - Death -- Rebirth. Maiden – Mother – Crone. New Moon – Full Moon – Dark Moon. If you have done any research on The Morrigan or Goddess Morrigan, you know that her story is quite multi-layered, with many tales and aspects. She is a raven or crow, a fierce warrioress, a shapeshifter, a witchy black-haired beauty, a gifted healer and awise old crone. She is the triple source of power - to take whatever is corrupt and dying, to strip it clean andbring about transformation and renewal. Light a candle, relax and take a journey with the Goddess Morrigan!

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