In the Weedz

S2E9 Perspectives & Personalities

On this episode we talked about the the importance of continuing to build that solid foundation as well as keeping a beginner's mindset while walking the crooked path.  It is truly more than winning the "prize" of a leadership title.. it is all about the journey. 
We talked about perspectives, seeing things from another's point-of-view and reading everything, especially from someone you don't agree with. Most of this originating from a question regarding how to start without doing something 'wrong'. The answer to that of course is to just jump in and break stuff. 
It is overwhelming to begin study as the variety of material is truly massive - you just have to start.  Pick a spot.. and jump in.
 

S2E8 25th Episode - Support Small Business!

On this our 25th episode we discussed just how vital community support is for any small business. We talked about some of the issues, frustrations, and joys of being part of the struggle to stay alive in trying times.  Fact is... we are 100% reliant on the support of the community to exist. So if you enjoy the environment and personal touch any small business offers - please consider supporting them if not financially then by sharing them amongst friends & on social media.  It costs nothing to click share or write a good review and it means the world to any small business owner. Truly.

S2E7 Purple Tomatoes! (With Special Guest Jenna Carmichael)

We are back after a one-week break while we continue the buildout of the brand-new Pickeyweedz website with our very good friend Jenna Carmichael! This conversation could have gone on for several more hours as we had an absolute blast.  We covered a bit of everything in this... and yes... even purple tomatoes!  
Have a listen!

S2E6 Hexology & Pennsylvania Dutch with special guest Hunter Yoder

On this episode, we were fortunate to land an interview with Hexologist Hunter Yoder; owner/operator of The Hex Factory out of Berks County, PA. 
Here is a brief excerpt describing Hunter & his amazing work:
 
The most prolific and outspoken artist of a modern school of "hexologists" is Hunter Yoder, owner and operator of the Hex Factory in Philadelphia. Born and raised in Berks County, Hunter was inspired by local artistic traditions, and even painted a barn on his father's property near Virginville. Unlike many of his contemporaries, Hunter embraces the title of "Hexologist," and has sought to reinvent the mythology of the modern hex sign by incorporating aspects of his interest in ancient pre-Christian ritual culture. Hunter's work combines plant geometry, runic inscriptions, and several designs which are an homage to the work of Lee Gandee. Like Gandee, Hunter experiments with the use of art for shamanic and magical purposes, believing that his work is an extension of his spiritual path. Identifying himself religiously as a Heathen, Hunter blends traditional motifs with arcane occult emblems in the interest of reviving ancient Germanic religion. While for many people in Pennsylvania, this particular approach remains highly controversial, especially because of the historical abuse of such interest in Germanic culture during the second World War, Hunter aims to break down such taboos in an effort to take his art in an entirely different direction, blending old and new mythology. Despite these obstacles in belief, tradition, and culture, it is undeniable that Hunter's work is visually stunning, and part of the spectrum of modern applications of continued interest in Pennsylvania Dutch culture in the United States.
 
page 119, "Hex Signs, Myth and Meaning in Pennsylvania Dutch Barn Stars," by Patrick Donmoyer, a publication of the Pennsylvania German Cultural Heritage Center at Kutztown University, 2013
 
We had a great time chatting with Hunter and he was kind enough to send over three of his books as well as a few of his original Hex art for us to offer in the store! We are so excited to present this episode - we hope you enjoy it.
For more information on Hunter & The Hex Factory visit his site at https://www.thehexfactory.com or https://www.huntermyoder.com/
 
 
 

S2E5 Healing & Energy Work with special guest Corinne from Mettaphysical

On this episode, we had a great conversation with one of our favorite people in the area - Corinne from Mettaphysical.  We talked about her beginnings, the learning curve, how much travel makes a difference in one's perspective, and talked about what an amazing experience her retreats are both locally as well as out West.
Corinne is an amazing person, healer, and all-around down-to-earth person to listen to. Her work is a perfect example of what being 'of service' is really about.
We hope you enjoy listening as much as we had fun talking with her!

S2E4 Learning about Irish Pagan Practice (Special Guest Morgan Daimler)

On this episode, we were joined by special guest Morgan Daimler author of some of the best works on Irish Paganism & practice available today.  Morgan is also one of the foremost authorities on Irish Fairy practice in the US.  
We had a fantastic conversation from the importance of scholarship and accurate research to the value of knowing and understanding the context of the original language when working within an indigenous culture.  
We were thrilled to have Morgan join us and thoroughly enjoyed our conversation as we hope you will too!

S2E3 Expanding horizons...

In this episode, we grabbed a handful of the books found on the top shelf that people look at but don't always recognize for what they are.  From Agrippa to Yeats to the Orphic Hymns - there lies a treasure trove of esoteric knowledge.  The shiny books may be the first ones you read but don't deny yourself the wonder that lies beyond the entry level. 
Not quite bibliomancy as we weren't seeking answers to inquiry; rather, we read through a few passages at random just to demonstrate the sheer amount of information the classic works contain.  
The episode would not be complete without the requisite contribution from Bella in the form of artistic snoring interspersed with her usual timing and accuracy.
We hope you enjoy it!

S2E2 Practitioners of NEPA with special guest Tim Anderson

On this episode, we were joined by Tim Anderson for the debut of our new podcast series "Practitioners of NEPA" in which we feature local practitioners of the esoteric.
We had a fantastic conversation with the typical laughter we always have when Tim is around.  To bring laughter is a gift after emerging from the darkness of addiction and the traumatic experiences of a challenging childhood. 
Tim talks about how his intuitive work and reliance on his ancestors for support were key in providing the support structure he needed to beat the monster of chemical dependency.  A purer demonstration of will would be difficult to point to. 
We are so proud of Tim and the absolute achievement his life has become and what an example for others suffering under the same circumstance.