Nursing a cracked rib amidst the hustle and bustle of life was a stark reminder the importance of resting and reflecting. In a world that often demands a protective stance, leaning in to rigidity can eventually lead to a shattering break. Let's navigate how these experiences can reframe our understanding of brittleness, rigidity, tenderness, and softness during the period between Samhain and Winter Solstice.

Even in the harshest and most unyielding of times, there is a crucial need for softness and tenderness. In this podcast, Karina asks us to challenge the relentless pursuit of productivity, and instead surrender the necessity of vulnerability and rest. These winter months signify not just the holiday season, but a time for inner retrospection, to live in the stillness of the moment and dream of the future. A time to be gentle with ourselves and to make a commitment to self-care.

Venture with us to the Crone's door, where wisdom awaits those for whom the longing to embrace and embody your true Self becomes paramount. This soul-stirring episode with Karina Blackheart, a Crone, Witch, Priestess, and Midwife to your soul's evolution, delves deep into how Witchcraft insists we take responsibility for ourselves and society. The Crone Herself's primary magic is as a guide through life's terrain--where maps cease to exist. There, you embrace the Heart of your heart, the Soul of your soul, and the Purpose of your purpose.

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Original Intro & Outro Music graciously provided by Sharon Knight

Listen in as The Crone Herself, guides you through the entwined concepts of personal development, spiritual evolution, and cultural change.

We also touch upon the idea that hard work is always necessary in order to "earn" the rewards of deep, and lasting transformation.

Listen in as we dissect these ideas and delve into the story of our individual and collective change.

The Crone Herself, Karina Blackheart goes solo in this episode on standing at the crossroad between the old world and the new. Recognizing grief and despair, invoking power and creativity. Traversing the distance between solitude and solidarity.

Intro & Outro Music by Sharon Knight.

Inspiration acknowledgement to Orion Foxwood.

Join us as we journey with Allie Valkyrie, proprietor of Two Squirrels Ceramics, through a fascinating discussion about the lasting impacts of colonialism on various regions around the world. Allie, a long-time friend and collaborator, shares her unique insights into the complex geopolitical history of her current home, Brittany in France. We explore topics ranging from the ongoing tensions in the region to the historical parallels between Brittany's colonization and that of the United States. Listen in as we connect the dots from past events to the current state of our societies, highlighting the importance of historical context in understanding today's geopolitical climate.

We don't stop there; we take a hard look at the stark realities and fragility of democracy in different regions, including the U.S. Our conversation challenges the notion of American exceptionalism, questioning why the idea of the U.S. being a failed state is not a politically controversial idea in France. We also examine the intersection of religion and politics in the U.S, and how it influences the lives of minorities and shapes our societies.

In the latter part of our discussion, Allie and I bring into focus the political nature of witchcraft and how its practice has been historically tied to politics. We ponder the connection between traditional witchcraft and political activism, exploring the history of witchcraft among privileged and underprivileged groups. We wrap up our conversation by looking at gender expectations, indoctrination, and the significance of social safety nets. Don't miss out on this rich, enlightening conversation with Allie Valkyrie!

In this conversation with Margit of Alte Kuenste, we discuss unravelling what needs to be undone, so we can use the threads to spin and weave what we *truly* want for ourselves, our lives, and our descendants.

In this far-ranging chat, Margit speaks of deeply transforming her whole life, fiber art as a necessity of our most ancient human ancestors, creating meaningful online communities, and the importance of fiber arts for the soul.

If you listen carefully, there is deep magic woven throughout!

As always, a big thank you to Sharon Knight for use of her music, "Whisper Your Name." You can find Sharon and all of her music at https://sharonknight.net/

Karina Blackheart, The Crone Herself, offers a far-ranging tale of travelling to Malta's ancient Goddess Temples.

A riveting chat with Asherah Allen, on the physical and energetic shifts everyone needs to understand are part of womb-bearing lives.

Your host, Karina Blackheart--The Crone Herself is a Women's Whole Life Evolutionary Priestess, an Empowerment Life Coach, Author, Master Spiritual Teacher and Firewalking Instructor. She creates kind and courageous containers for women of all ages, who are ready to engage in reclamation of their Divine Selves, so they can live more fully, unapologetically, and creatively–embodying and expressing their wisdom completely.

Asherah is a master healer specializing in grief and trauma integration. Her numerous offerings include Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine, EFT, Massage, Reiki, ritual implementation, spiritual counseling, alchemical healing, yoga and meditation.

Intro & Outro Music by ⁠Sharon Knight ⁠ from Whisper Your Name, on her ⁠Portals CD ⁠. Thank you, Sharon!