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The Witch Wave
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The Witch Wave is a podcast for bewitching conversation about magic, creativity, and culture. On each episode, host Pam Grossman speaks with a leading visionary about art and Craft.
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#168 - Fiona Cook, Author of "The Dream Atlas"
2w ago01:20:36Tap to summarizeFiona Cook is the author of The Dream Atlas: An Interactive Guide to Dreamwork (illustrated by Kathleen Neeley) which is a year-long workbook to help you deepen your relationship to your dreams. Her debut book, The Wheel of the Year: An Illustrated Guide to Nature's Rhythms, illustrated by Jessica Roux, was a New York Times bestseller and a Kirkus Best Books of 2023 for middle grade. Fiona is also a mother and union home health care worker based in Chicago. She is inspired by the magic, mystery, and mischief of our planet Earth and draws from that relationship with her work. On this episode, Fionadiscusses the profound magic of dreams, methods to deepen one’s dreamlife, and how one can become an oneironaut.Pam also talks about deciphering a powerful dream of her own, and responds to a recent viral clip of a politician spewing anti-witch rhetoric. Check out the video of this episode over on YouTube (and please like and subscribe to the channel while you’re at it!)Our sponsors for this episode are, Wheel of Fate, Blessed Be Magick, BetterHelp, and Zouz IncenseWe also have print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here, and all sorts of other bewitching goodies available in the Witch Wave shop.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to detailed show notes, bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
Transcribe →#167 - Jinkx Monsoon, Goddess of Theatre, Returns Again!
4w ago01:46:32Tap to summarizeJinkx Monsoon returns to the pod for the third time! Jinkx is an award-winning actress, comedian, recording artist, and the first and only drag queen to win RuPaul’s Drag Race twice. She has become a Broadway breakout star with critically acclaimed performances in Chicago (where she broke box office records during an extended 10-week run), Little Shop of Horrors, the Tony-nominated revival, Pirates! The Penzance Musical - which landed Jinkx her first Drama League Award nomination, and two stints as the star of the Tony-award winning phenomenon Oh, Mary!. And she’s about to take her titanic talents to London next month where she’ll be starring as Judy Garland in End of the Rainbow, which is about Judy’s final years. Jinkx also plays the musical-mayhem-making villainess, Maestro, in Doctor Who, and she’s done tons of voice over work in shows like StevenUniverse. And Jinkx continues to tour the world performing with her drag soulmate BendelaCreme in their annual The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show, as well as in her own cabaret and stand-up shows with longtime collaborator Major Scales. And in 2025 on Valentine’s Day she headlined her first - and sold out - concert at Carnegie Hall which featured Pam casting a love spell from that legendary stage. Throughout it all she’s brought her witchcraft practice to each performance in overt and covert ways.On this episode, Jinkxdiscusses the magic of theatre, her evolving relationship to witchcraft, and her “witch mission” of liberating the divine genders. Pam also talks about some recent witchy signal boosting from SNL’s Rachel Dratch, and answers a listener question about finding comfort from different deities. Check out the video of this episode over on YouTube (and please like and subscribe to the channel while you’re at it!)Our sponsors for this episode are, Wheel of Fate, Mithras Candle, BetterHelp, The Moon Studio, Blessed Be Magick, and Zouz IncenseWe also have print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here, and all sorts of other bewitching goodies available in the Witch Wave shop.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to detailed show notes, bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
Transcribe →#166 - Maria Minnis, Tarot Revolutionary
Apr 101:18:40Tap to summarizeMaria Minnis is an unapologetically Black and queer tarot reader of 20+ years who teaches people about blending their spirituality with magic, liberation work, and eroticism in their everyday lives. She believes that the end result of all magic should be to cultivate a more equitable and empathetic planet. Maria is the author of Tarot for the Hard Work: An Archetypal Journey to Confront Racism and Inspire Collective Healing and the host of the Kinky Tarot podcast.On this episode, Maria discusses the sacredness of the Fool tarot card, holographic witchcraft, and the ways in which tarot can help us confront racism and cultivate liberation for all. Pam also talks about reframing the magic of April Fool’s Day, and answers a listener question about cannabis and spirituality. Check out the video of this episode over on YouTube (and please like and subscribe to the channel while you’re at it!)Our sponsors for this episode are, Wheel of Fate, Dear Antigone, BetterHelp, Snowy Owl Arts + Tea House, and Blessed Be Magick We also have print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here, and all sorts of other bewitching goodies available in the Witch Wave shop.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to detailed show notes, bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
Transcribe →#165 - Melissa Auf der Maur, Bewitching Bassist (Hole / The Smashing Pumpkins)
Mar 1801:29:32Tap to summarizeMelissa Auf der Maur is an acclaimed musician, photographer, curator, and producer, best known as the former bassist of rock bands Hole and The Smashing Pumpkins. Her new memoir Even the Good Girls Will Cry covers those heady rockstar times of the 1990s, and is out now. She has also released two solo albums, Auf der Maur (2004) and Out of Our Minds (2010), the latter of which is part of a larger project that also includes a comic book and a short film. Melissa’s photographs have been exhibited internationally, including at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, and have appeared in such publications as Spin, Elle, Nylon, and American Photo. Born and raised in Montreal, Canada, in 2010 she co-founded Basilica Hudson, a multidisciplinary art center in Hudson, NY, where she now lives.On this episode, Melissa discusses how she became a rockstar by literally following her dreams, her lifelong relationship to magic, and the “soul constellation” that links her with Courtney Love, Billy Corgan, Dave Grohl, and Kurt Cobain.Pam also talks about Dionysus and her ritual for the Rocky Horror Show on Broadway, and answers a listener question about cultivating a magical library.Check out the video of this episode over on YouTube (and please like and subscribe to the channel while you’re at it!)Our sponsors for this episode are Snowy Owl Arts + Tea House, Wheel of Fate, Weiser Books, The Moonbeaming podcast, BetterHelp, Blessed Be Magick, and Mithras CandleWe also have print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here, and all sorts of other bewitching goodies available in the Witch Wave shop.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to detailed show notes, bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
Transcribe →#164 - Fiona Horne, Trailblazing Witch
Mar 401:16:14Tap to summarizeFiona Horne is widely recognized as one of the original pioneers of modern witchcraft — and one of the few to remain relevant, respected, and bestselling across three decades. As a trailblazing public witch she’s been a popular radio and TV personality on shows including Entertainment Tonight, Good News Week, Party in Australia, and Mad Mad House. She was also the frontwoman for the hit electro-rock band Def FX, and she is a licensed commercial pilot with a focus on humanitarian aid and animal rescue missions. She now leads beloved travel experiences at sacred sites throughout the world through her “Meet Yourself” expansion trips. Fiona is the author of sixteen bestselling books including Witch – A Personal Journey, The Art of Witch, and The Lost Book of Spells, and she’s the creator of four oracle decks. Her newest book and oracle deck are called Coven. On this episode, Fiona discusses her decades long career as a public witch, the performance versus practice of witchcraft, and how covens change oneself and the world for the better. Pam also talks about the importance of group magic, and answers a listener question about finding magical gatherings in NYC.Check out the video of this episode over on YouTube (and please like and subscribe to the channel while you’re at it!)Our sponsors for this episode are Wheel of Fate, Dear Antigone, BetterHelp, Blessed Be Magick, Mithras Candle, and Robin Rose Bennett We also have print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here, and all sorts of other bewitching goodies available in the Witch Wave shop.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to detailed show notes, bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
Transcribe →#163 - Banafsheh Sayyad, Divine Dancer
Feb 1801:27:57Tap to summarizeBanafsheh Sayyad is a master Iranian sacred dancer, choreographer, transformational teacher, and founder of Dance of Oneness®, a certification program that explores dance as a path of embodied spirituality. Performing and teaching internationally, she has initiated thousands into the profound wisdom of the body. She is one of the few bearers of Persian dance in the world and a pioneer in creating a liberated feminine expression in the Sufi dance tradition. Her new book, Dance of Oneness, is out on March 10th and available for preorder now.On this episode, Banafsheh discusses how dance connects us to the divine, Persian magic and the Iranian protests, and why moving our bodies is a form of resistance.Pam also talks about magical art as an antidote to fascism, and answers a listener question about a divinely gifted book.Check out the video of this episode over on YouTube (and please like and subscribe to the channel while you’re at it!)Our sponsors for this episode are Snowy Owl Tea, Jo Miller Loves, Blessed Be Magick, BetterHelp, Robin Rose Bennett, Mithras Candle, and Ace of Wands TattooWe also have print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here, and all sorts of other bewitching goodies available in the Witch Wave shop.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to detailed show notes, bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
Transcribe →#162 - Justina and Dr. Ronnie Blakeney of Jungalow and GROW Oracle Deck
Feb 401:20:28Tap to summarizeJustina and Dr. Ronnie Blakeney are the daughter and mother team behind GROW: Pathways to Passion, Purpose & Peace Guidebook and Oracle Deck.Justina Blakeney is a visionary artist, designer, and New York Times bestselling author. As the founder and creative force behind Jungalow®, she’s known for her bold use of color, pattern, and plants to inspire soulful, joy-filled living. Architectural Digest recently named her “one of the 20 most famous interior designers working today.” Her work—spanning art, design, and writing — celebrates the wild beauty of nature and the transformative power of creativity.Her mother, Dr. Ronnie Blakeney, is a Harvard-trained developmental psychologist and a lifelong guide for growth and healing. Whether she’s consulting at the White House, founding a therapeutic school for adolescent girls, and so much else, her work bridges deep emotional wisdom with practical tools for change. She’s helped thousands navigate life’s challenges with more courage, clarity, and heart.Justina and Ronnie’s magic together is a highly potent blend. GROW, their first creative collaboration, is a soul-nourishing project decades in the making. Blending art and science, intuition and insight, it’s a heartfelt invitation to awaken the wisdom within and live more meaningfully, intentionally, and beautifully.On this episode, Justina and Ronnie discuss the magic of beauty, the alchemy of collaboration, and a divinatory message from their oracle deck to guide us through dark days.Pam also talks about casting love spells for Valentine’s Day, and answers a listener message about a flourishing creative project.Check out the video of this episode over on YouTube (and please like and subscribe to the channel while you’re at it!)Our sponsors for this episode are Mineralogy Project, Blessed Be Magick, BetterHelp, Robin Rose Bennett, Mithras Candle, and Ace of Wands TattooWe also have print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here, and all sorts of other bewitching goodies available in the Witch Wave shop.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to detailed show notes, bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
Transcribe →#161 - Aliza Kelly, Astrology Star
Jan 2101:08:52Tap to summarizeAliza Kelly is a celebrity astrologer, author, and media personality known for bridging mysticism with the mainstream. Recognized for her grounded and relatable approach to astrology, Aliza's worked with dozens of stars, including Drew Barrymore, Bella Hadid, Keke Palmer, Yara Shahidi, Jonathan Van Ness, Lana Condor, Alix Earle, Paige DeSorbo, and Hannah Berner, among many others. Aliza has been featured in The New York Times, The New Yorker, Cosmopolitan, The Today Show, and People Magazine. She is the author of 5 bestselling books, including This Is Your Destiny and It’s All Magic, which integrates astrology, manifestation, and tarot into accessible practices for spiritual growth. Aliza began studying astrology in 2013 and, with the mentorship of Annabel Gat and Anne Ortelee, developed her signature approach. In 2014, she co-founded an astrology dating app (operational until 2016), and by early 2017, became a full-time professional astrologer. She is the host of the top-rated podcast Horoscope Weekly, founder of the Constellation Club, and currently writes as a columnist for The Cut and Marie Claire.On this episode, Aliza discusses how our zodiacal chart can help us live our highest purpose, the light side and shadow side of astrology going mainstream, and what the stars have in store for us in 2026.Pam also talks about the importance of pacing oneself, and answers a listener message about donating magical tomes to incarcerated folks via Books Through Bars.Check out the video of this episode over on YouTube (and please like and subscribe to the channel while you’re at it!)Our sponsors for this episode are Mineralogy Project, Snowy Owl Arts + Tea House, Mithras Candle, BetterHelp, and Sister Temperance TarotWe also have print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here, and all sorts of other bewitching goodies available in the Witch Wave shop.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to detailed show notes, bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
Transcribe →#160 - Mandy Aftel, High Priestess of Perfume
Dec 1701:15:29Tap to summarizeMandy Aftel is a pioneering American artisan natural perfumer who has been called one of the fragrance industry’s “most prolific talents” by Vogue and an “angel of alchemy” by Vanity Fair. She is an author, educator, and founder of Aftelier Perfumes and the Aftel Archive of Curious Scents located in Berkeley, CA. Mandy is renowned for her deep focus on plant-derived essences, historical fragrance, and innovative perfume creation that connects scent to memory and emotion, establishing new standards in natural perfumery through her many books like Essence & Alchemy and Fragrant. Her new book, Symbolorum: The Secret Wisdom of Emblems explores the esoteric insights and enchanting imagery of the Baroque emblem book, a long-lost cousin of the tarot.On this episode, Mandy discusses the alchemical magic of perfume, favorite sacred scents, and her latest fascination with the esoteric emblem book.Pam also talks about scented solar spells for Solstice, and answers a listener message from the snowy bottom of the globe.Check out the video of this episode over on YouTube (and please like and subscribe to the channel while you’re at it!)Our sponsors for this episode are Mithras Candle, Zouz Incense, and Sister Temperance TarotWe also have print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here, and all sorts of other bewitching goodies available in the Witch Wave shop.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to detailed show notes, bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
Transcribe →#159 - Sarah Potter, Author of "Sober Magic"
Dec 301:29:04Tap to summarizeSarah Potter is a professional witch, intuitive tarot reader, and spiritual guide who combines ancient wisdom with modern mysticism. She is the author of Sober Magic: Using the Tarot and Ritual in Your Journey Away from Drinking. Sarah also writes Tarotscopes for Astrology.com and Bust Magazine, is the creator of the Cosmo Tarot deck for Cosmopolitan, and leads Full Moon ceremonies with the Asbury Hotel. Her work includes guiding rituals, offering personal guidance, and hosting events to help people connect with their intuition, manifest desires, and live intentionally. She is based in New York City.On this episode, Sarah discusses how witchcraft can support one’s sobriety, the Fool’s healing journey, and the sacred relationship between 12 Steps and the tarot.Pam also talks about the magic of the Temperance tarot card, and answers a very special listener question about rituals for celebrating a milestone birthday.Check out the video of this episode over on YouTube (and please like and subscribe to the channel while you’re at it!)Our sponsors for this episode are Woodland Magic, Weiser Books, Immaculate Design, BetterHelp, and Sister Temperance TarotWe also have print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here, and all sorts of other bewitching goodies available in the Witch Wave shop.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to detailed show notes, bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam’s monthly online rituals, and more! That’s patreon.com/witchwave
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