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A podcast for and about inclusive Germanic Paganism, Germanic Witchcraft, and Heathen topics. Exploring magick, runes, animism, and practices for today. GOTW stands against racist and bigoted ideals & practices. Follow https://giftsofthewyrd.podbean.com. Also available via Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast, and other podcast catchers.
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Sunday Nov 07, 2021
56 GOTW: Norsevember 2021 The Althing
Sunday Nov 07, 2021
Sunday Nov 07, 2021
Norsevember: The Althing - Culture Week
Tune in for a fun chat with Alex from Spells and Spaceships Blog to talk about what's in store for Norsevember Week 2: The Althing (Culture Week).
Check out the fun badges you can earn during the month as well. See what's in store at the Norsevember 21 hub.
Have a listen and enjoy the month of learning, reading, and exchanging ideas and information. Share your blogs and experiences using hashtag #Norsevember.
Follow Alex on Twitter at: @blogspells
Follow on Instagram: @wyrdgifts1
Twitter: @WyrdGifts1 Facebook: @GiftsoftheWyrd Email: giftsofthwyrd@gmail.com
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Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com (Intro: Silly Bank Heist. outgoing: Fist Bump)
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Outgoing music: Efter Stormwords by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 license http://creativecommons.org/lincenses/by/4.0
Logo Created by Xan Folmer.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Sunday Oct 31, 2021
55 Gifts of the Wyrd: Norsevember 2021 Setting Sail
Sunday Oct 31, 2021
Sunday Oct 31, 2021
Norsevember: Setting Sail!
I found out about a fun adventure called Norsevember which was first held over the month of November in 2020. It returns this year for another run and has some interesting and fun topics to explore. Tune in for a fun chat with Alex from Spells and Spaceships Blog to learn why he created Norsevember and what's in store for week 1: Setting Sail.
The following two episodes will cover weeks 2 and 3 & 4. Check out the fun badges you can earn during the month as well. See what's in store for Norsevember 21 here.
Have a listen and enjoy the month of learning, reading, and exchanging ideas and information. Share your blogs and experiences using hashtag #Norsevember.
Follow Alex on Twitter at: @blogspells
and on Instagram: @spellsandspaceshipsblog
Follow on Instagram: @wyrdgifts1
Twitter: @WyrdGifts1 Facebook: @GiftsoftheWyrd Email: giftsofthwyrd@gmail.com
John's Facebook author page @JohnHijatt
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Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com (Intro: Silly Bank Heist. outgoing: Fist Bump)
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Outgoing music: Gjaller by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 license http://creativecommons.org/lincenses/by/4.0
Logo Created by Xan Folmer.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Friday Aug 06, 2021
54 Gifts of the Wyrd: Wild Soul Runes with Lara Veleda Vesta
Friday Aug 06, 2021
Friday Aug 06, 2021
Wild Soul Runes author Lara Veleda Vesta joins me to talk about a favorite subject - RUNES. It's been a while since we had a rune discussion and this is a treat.
Lara's book encourages us to engage with the runes as entities, through ancestral work, and to listen when they get "bossy."
Wild Soul Runes by Lara Veleda Vesta, published by Weiser Books. available from Weiser, online retailers, and local bookstores.
Find Lara online: Wild Soul School , Patreon, and Instagram: @veledavesta
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Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com (Intro: Silly Bank Heist. outgoing: Fist Bump)
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Logo Created by Xan.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Sunday Jul 11, 2021
53 Gifts of the Wyrd: The Christmas Oracle
Sunday Jul 11, 2021
Sunday Jul 11, 2021
I created an oracle deck and Ancestral Tarot author, Nancy Hendrickson, joins me this episode to talk about it.
We talk about the inspiration for the deck, the artwork, and the connection to the magic of the Christmas season.
UPDATE: August 5, 2021. The Kickstarter did not fund. However, I have obtained funding to still have the decks created. Order details will be posted soon and decks should be available by October 2021.
#TheChristmas Oracle
Facebook: @TheChristmasOracle
Follow Nancy and her Ancestral Tarot work at:
Instagram: @NancySageShadow
Facebook: @SageandShadow
For help bringing your oracle or tarot project to life, contact Bela Siol. She can work with you to plan your campaign. https://belasiol.com/
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Twitter: @WyrdGifts1 Facebook: @GiftsoftheWyrd Email: giftsofthwyrd@gmail.com
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Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com (Intro: Silly Bank Heist and The Night before Christmas. Outgoing: Holiday Hustle)
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Logo Created by Xan Folmer.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Friday Jul 09, 2021
52 Gifts of the Wyrd: The Jotunn War Graphic Novel with Ian Stuart Sharpe
Friday Jul 09, 2021
Friday Jul 09, 2021
In this episode we get to visit the Vikingverse with creator and author Ian Stuart Sharpe. The Jötunn War is a series set in an alternate universe where events go into a different direction and the Norse/Germanic religion's are dominant in the world today.
“In the Vikingverse, the Norse rule the stars with restless fleets and an iron will. But when the thralls rebel, turning to the artifice of Norns to help them escape their bondage, the Natural order is thrown into chaos.
The Jötunn War has been fought across the Nine Homeworlds to contain the threat, a battle against the stuff of ancient nightmares, red in tooth and claw. Jötunheim is the rebellion’s last redoubt, an indignity the Empire plans to cleanse with flame and fury.
The Jötunn War. Go Big or Go Home in a body bag.”
Ian and I talk about reading the Norse tales, the 'verse, the story, the art, and more. The book is published through Outland Entertainment.
Update: Kickstarter funded. See Outland Entertainment website to order copies.
Artwork: Issues 1-3 Devmalya Pramanik; Issue 4 Ger Curti.
#vikingverse #jotunnwar #outlandentertainment
Facebook: @vikingverse Twitter/Instagram: @vikingverse
Facebook/Instagram: @outlandentertainment Twitter: @outlandent
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Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com (Intro: Silly Bank Heist. Outgoing: Fist Bump)
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Logo Created by Xan Folmer.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Monday Jul 05, 2021
51 Gifts of the Wyrd: Frigg Chat with Rev. Maire Durkan
Monday Jul 05, 2021
Monday Jul 05, 2021
Joining me on this episode is a lively discussion about Frigg and her companions (aka Hand Maidens) with Rev. Maire Durkan. Maire is the author of Circle of Frith: A Devotion to Frigg and Her Handmaidens.
Maire talks about getting to know Frigg and her "Cabinet" or Board of Directors which includes: Saga, Eir, Gefjun, Fulla, Sjofn, Lofn, Var, Vor, Syn, Hlin, Snotra, and Gna.
We have a lively discussion about these goddesses who are sometimes not as well known. We also talk about the book which has a lot of information, personal experiences and knowledge, meditative suggestions, and poems.
Contact Maire at wunjofrithweaver@gmail.com. Webpage: https://www.budsandblossomsdoula.com/ .
Outgoing music, Frigga Invocation, is from the album Dreams Sung True by Assembly of the Sacred Wheel and available on Amazon or Spotify. Proceeds are donated to the New Alexandrian Library.
Circle of Frith is available in soft cover, hard cover, and as an epub from The Troth Publications on Amazon and Lulu. Please leave a review for the book on those outlets.
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Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com (Intro: Silly Bank Heist; stinger: Solutions that Work; outgoing: Fist Bump)
Outgoing music: Frigg Invocation by Maire Durkan performed by Assembly of the Sacred Wheel.
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Logo Created by Xan Folmer.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Sunday Jun 06, 2021
50 Gifts of the Wyrd: Urban Paganism with Paul Mercurio
Sunday Jun 06, 2021
Sunday Jun 06, 2021
For many, there is a hesitancy, resistance, or disconnect with how to work with the spirits (vaettir) of urban/city settings. How do you get to know these entities with glass, concrete, asphalt, and steel? Just as with the spirits in forest and rural settings, they exist and we can develop relationships with them.
Joining me to talk about urban paganism and city spirits is Paul Mecurio, a New York City based gothi of the North River Kindred. Paul shares interesting ways to look at working with these beings and ways to connect with them.
Contact Paul by email at nycsteward@thetroth.org and check out offerings at NRK webpage and the NYC Heathens Facebook group: @nycheathens.
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Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com (Intro: Feeling the Best; outro/interlude: Silly Bank Heist)
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Logo Created by Xan Folmer.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Thursday May 13, 2021
49 Gifts of the Wyrd: Althingi The Crescent and the Northern Star anthology
Thursday May 13, 2021
Thursday May 13, 2021
‘Viking’ and ‘Muslim’ are two words that are rarely, if ever, positively associated in the public discourse. However, the upcoming anthology Althingi: The Crescent and the Northern Star explores the fascinating connections between Vikings and Muslims at the height of the Viking Age (~920 A.D.). Joining me this episode to discuss this project are Muhammad Ahmed (A Mosque Among the Stars, Islamicate) and Joshua Gillingham (The Gatewatch, Old Norse for Modern Times).
The book features thirteen authors of both Viking and Islamic historical fiction. This groundbreaking collection of cross-cultural stories is being backed on Kickstarter through May 25, 2021.
If you love stories that challenge and inspire, then join me in backing this project!
UPDATE June 1, 2021: Althingi fully funded please see Outland Entertainment to purchase. #Althingi
Althingi: The Crescent and the Northern Star will be produced by Outland Entertainment. Follow Outland at the following social media: IG @outlandentertainment; Twitter @outlandent; Facebook @outlandentertainment.
You can follow Mohammed and Josh on Twitter: @IslamSciFi and @JoshMGillingham.
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Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com (Feeling the Best (intro).
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Outgoing: Antalyanin Mor Uzumu by Turku, Nomads of the Silk Road provided by FreeMusicArchive.org via creative commons license.
Logo Created by Xan Folmer.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Friday May 07, 2021
48 GOTW Freyja Chat with Patricia Lafayllve
Friday May 07, 2021
Friday May 07, 2021
Drop in with my guest Patricia Lafayllve to chat about Freyja. We talk about meeting her, are Freya and Frig the same Goddess, magic, Gullveig, twinsies, and more.
Patricia is the author of Freyja, Lady Vanadis and A Practical Heathen's Guide to Asatru (available through your local bookstore, Lewellyn direct, or online seller).
To learn more about Patricia and listen to another very cool podcast with her, check out her chat with Lonnie Scott of Weird Web Radio episode 54.
Check out the Oracle of Freya deck (expected to be shipped in May 2021) from Bela Siol. Interview with Bela is on episode 42.
Thanks for listening!
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Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com (Feeling the Best (intro) and Emotion (outgoing). Stinger: Mastermind)
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Logo Created by Xan Folmer.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Sunday Apr 25, 2021
47 Gift of the Wyrd: Wyrdiversary 5 years
Sunday Apr 25, 2021
Sunday Apr 25, 2021
Welcome to the fifth anniversary of Gifts of the Wyrd! a Wyrdiversary! Thank you for supporting and listening to this podcast. It's a lot of fun to do and we get to interact with some interesting projects, topics, and people.
Also: A review of the Runes for Modern Life rune deck by Camilla Perkins and Theresa Cheung from Laurence King Publishers. The deck is available from online sellers. Check if your local bookstore can find it and support them if possible.
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Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com (Feeling the Best (intro) and Emotion (outgoing). Stinger: Mastermind)
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Logo Created by Xan Folmer.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Saturday Apr 03, 2021
46 GOTW Loki Devotional Editor Bat Collazo
Saturday Apr 03, 2021
Saturday Apr 03, 2021
Bat Collazo joins me to discuss the release on April 1st of Blood Unbound: A Loki Devotional by The Troth publications. Blood Unbound is a collaboration of poetry, rituals, stories, plays, art, and comics submitted by many contributors and edited by Bat.
We talk about why the book is important today, how it came into being, and about Loki himself.
Bat and Luke Babb were on the podcast last year to talk about how Loki interacts with people today in episode 33.
The book can be ordered in paperback, hard cover, and pdf from The Troth's Lulu Page and online sellers.
Bat can be found at batcollazo.com or on Instagram @batcollazo
The Troth is an international Inclusive Heathen organization based in the United States. Trothmoot (mentioned in the podcast) is the organizations annual conference/meeting.
The cover artist is Sae Lokason. If you like it and want to see more: http://etsy.com/shop/Lokason
#bloodunbound #trothpublications #wyrdgifts #giftsofthewyrdpodcast
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Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com (Feeling the Best (intro) and Emotion (outgoing). Stingers: Emotion, Mastermind, Feels Good)
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Logo Created by Xan Folmer
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Thursday Feb 11, 2021
45 GOTW Ancestral Tarot with Nancy Hendrickson
Thursday Feb 11, 2021
Thursday Feb 11, 2021
Nancy "Sage Shadow" Hendrickson joins me for this episode to talk about connecting to the ancestors, tarot, and her new book Ancestral Tarot from Weiser Books.
This is a practical book to help you connect to your ancestors using tarot, meditation, and intuition. Available for order now with a March 2021 release. Order from your local bookstore or online bookseller. Available in print, eBook, and audio-book.
Share your book and ancestor experiences using the hashtag #IGotmyAncestors
Find Nancy in the following ways:
Sage and Shadow Blog
Facebook: @SageandShadowTarot
Follow on Instagram: @NancySageShadow
Pinterest: @SageandShadow
Look for her monthly/twice monthly Instagram-live chats and articles in The Cartomancer Magazine.
#AncestralTarot #WeiserBooks #TheCartomancerMagazine
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Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com (Feeling the Best (intro) and Emotion (outgoing).
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Logo Created by Xan Folmer
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Friday Nov 13, 2020
44 GOTW Otherworld with Chris Allaun
Friday Nov 13, 2020
Friday Nov 13, 2020
Author Chris Allaun returns to the podcast to talk the Otherworld. With his latest book Otherworld: Ecstatic Witchcraft for the Spirits of the Land due on 1 December, Chris and I talk about the Otherworld, it's landscape, and the magical beings who reside there. We also go off topic a few times to travel along a few Otherworldly rabbit trails.
Drop in and join the discussion with us. It's a longer episode, but you can pause and rejoin as needed.
Otherworld is available in print and kindle versions on Amazon.
Find Chris online
Facebook: @chrisallaun.author Instagram: @chrisallaun
website: http://chrisallaun.com/ YouTube: Christopher Allaun
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Music: Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com. (Emotion (intro) and Feeling the Best (outgoing) and stingers).
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Logo Created by Xan Folmer
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Saturday Oct 31, 2020
43 Gifts of the Wyrd: Wolfenoot
Saturday Oct 31, 2020
Saturday Oct 31, 2020
AWOOOOOOOOOO!!! It's WOLFENOOT season! Joining me on this episode is the delightful Wolfmum Jax Goss to talk about the new holiday, Wolfenoot.
Wolfenoot was created by in 2018 by 7-year old Wolfkid who thought it would be great to have a holiday dedicated to being nice to animals and pets. So, he invented one and it has taken off around the world. This is the third anniversary of Wolfenoot which will occur this year (and every year) on 23 November.
Join me to chat with Wolfmum about how the event came into being, what do do on Wolfenoot, being nice to animals, supporting charities and rescue centers when you can (either monetarily or by volunteering), and sharing small gifts with loved ones and pets.
Although Wolfenoot is named for the Great Wolf Howly, it is not just for wolves and dogs. Find out more by joining our conversation and join the Wolfenati! #wolfenoot #nohateonlysnootboops
More about Wolfenoot:
Official website: www.wolfenoot.com
Official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/wolfenootmom
Official Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wolfenootcentral
Official Twitter: @realwolfenoot
Check out Wolfmum's chats with Wolfkid about Wolfenoot in his own words at: https://wolfenoot.podbean.com/
Download the Wolfenoot Story as PDF here: https://sparabel.com/product/the-wolfenoot-story-pdf/
Gifts of the Wyrd contact:
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Music: To Hear the Trumpets Call (intro) by Hauk Heimdallsman. Hauk's music is currently on Bandcamp you can find him on Facebook @HaukMusic. Hauk was interviewed on episode 5. Black Hat Society's latest album can also be found on Bandcamp.
Outgoing music The Biggest Smile by David Fesliyan. Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com. Please DO NOT add this audio content to the Youtube Content ID System. I have used background music which is owned by FesliyanStudios.
All music selections on this podcast are written, produced, and copywritten by their respective creators/owners. They are used with permission.
Logo Created by Xan Folmer.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Friday Oct 16, 2020
42 Gifts of the Wyrd: Oracle of Freya - Bela Siol
Friday Oct 16, 2020
Friday Oct 16, 2020
The wait is over and the The Oracle of Freya - Journey of The Völva oracle card set is now available from creator Bela Siol. To "kick" off the Kickstarter campaign, I interviewed deck creator Bela about her process. UPDATE: The project fully funded and you can contact Bela directly for copies.
Bela is the creator of the Oracle of Nehalennia (episode 22) and the Transformational Oracle of the Morrighan (episode 29). These decks are still available at belasiol.com.
We have a fun time discussing her inspiration to create the Oracle of Freya and how Freya connected with her to do it.
Freya chant written by Bela Siol, sung and performed by Elsa Field. Facebook: @elsafieldmusic or by emailing: elsa@elsafield.co.uk
Back the deck at the Kickstarter campaign here:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/oracledecks/the-oracle-of-freya
How to find Bela and the cards:
Facebook: @belasioloracledecks Instagram: @bela.siol
Gifts of the Wyrd contact:
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Jan's Facebook page @JohnHijatt
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Music: To Hear the Trumpets Call (intro) by Hauk Heimdallsman. Also Apple Seed Seduction by Hauk. Hauk's music is currently on Bandcamp you can find him on Facebook @HaukMusic. Hauk was interviewed on episode 5. Black Hat Society's latest album can also be found on Bandcamp.
All music selections on this podcast are written, produced, and copywritten by their respective creators/owners. They are used with permission.
Logo Created by Xan Folmer.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Sunday Jul 05, 2020
41 Gifts of the Wyrd: Author Gunivortus Goos on Germanic Magic and Holle
Sunday Jul 05, 2020
Sunday Jul 05, 2020
Listen in to a discussion with author Gunivortus Goos about his latest works to be translated into English (Germanic Magic) and updated (Goddess Holle). Both books are lengthy volumes filled with fantastic history and ways to connect to a Germanic based practice of Heathenry/Asastru.
Germanic magic is a modern system developed from Germanic folk practices and relationships with the Elder Futhark runes for an intensive magical experience today.
Goddess Holle is revised and expanded to include lore, folk tales from the region, and how she is connecting to people today.
Gunivortus' website (boudicca.de) includes all his books which are printed in Dutch, English, and German as well as articles, blog posts, and short audio files of stories and legends.
Order at Book Depository: Germanic Magic ; Goddess Holle
Listen to Episode 59 for Goos' return with his book The Secrets of the Mist Witches.
Gifts of the Wyrd contact:
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Music: To Hear the Trumpets Call (intro) by Hauk Heimdallsman. Also playes is Apple Seed Seduction by Hauk. Hauk's music is currently on Bandcamp you can find him on Facebook @HaukMusic. Hauk was interviewed on episode 5. Black Hat Society's latest album can also be found on Bandcamp.
Outgoing music by written and performed by Birgit Knorr: Heil Dir Holle. A song written especially for Holle.
All music selections on this podcast are written, produced, and copywritten by their respective creators/owners. They are used with permission.
Logo Created by Xan Folmer.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Sunday Jun 21, 2020
40 Gifts of the Wyrd Walter Freyrsson
Sunday Jun 21, 2020
Sunday Jun 21, 2020
This episode I welcome Walter Freyrsson, author of the guidebook to The Wood and Bone and Path Unknown Gay Runic Oracle by St. Jinx.
We get a interesting insight from Walter as he collaborated with St. Jinx during the creation of this beautiful deck expressing runic mysteries through celebrating gay identity.
This episode is released during Pride month, June 2020. We remember the Stonewall riot that started the decades long fight for equality and non-discrimination that is still not over for the LGBTQ+ community.
Find St. Jinx and Walter on Instagram:
Walter: @reinvented76
St. Jinx: @st.jinx.art
Order the Wood and Bone Gay Runic Oracle from Gamecrafter.
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Music: To Hear the Trumpets Call (intro) and Nothing but Regrets (outgoing) by Hauk Heimdallsman. Hauk's music is currently on Bandcamp you can find him on Facebook @HaukMusic. Hauk was interviewed on episode 5. Black Hat Society's latest album can also be found on Bandcamp.
All music selections on this podcast are written, produced, and copywritten by their respective creators/owners. They are used with permission.
Logo Created by Xan Folmer.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Wednesday Jun 10, 2020
39 Gifts of the Wyrd A Chat with Heathen History Podcast
Wednesday Jun 10, 2020
Wednesday Jun 10, 2020
In episode 39, I am joined by the hosts of Heathen History Podcast, Lauren Crow and Ben Waggoner, for an informative hour or so of discussion about history of the modern Heathen movement and practices. Including discussing the topics of nationalist and Nazi parts of its early days and that are expressed in it today.
After getting an introduction to Ben and Lauren, please add Heathen History Podcast to your feed. If the opening tune of "Happy Viking" doesn't hook you, Ben and Lauren's singing of chants from the Church of Odin will.
And now for the notes:
Heathen History Podcast: Facebook: @heathenhistory & Twitter: @heathenhistory YouTube: Heathen History
Trothmoot 2020 - June 19-20 Frith Forge 2020 - August 15 tickets
Our Troth, Vol 1 Third Edition. Ebook, paperback, and hardback.
Translations and other materials by Ben Waggoner on Lulu.
Lauren's Blog: Feminist Heathen
Gifts of the Wyrd contact:
Follow on Instagram: @wyrdgifts1 Twitter: @WyrdGifts Facebook: @GiftsoftheWyrd Email: GiftsoftheWyrd@gmail.com
Jan's Facebook page @JohnHijatt
Please leave feedback on iTunes and other podcast providers. This helps the podcast to be found easier.
Interested in a rune consultation or bindrune? Email me for availability and pricing. GiftsoftheWyrd@gmail.com
Music: To Hear the Trumpets Call (intro) and Nothing but Regrets (outgoing) by Hauk Heimdallsman. Hauk's music is currently on Bandcamp you can find him on Facebook @HaukMusic. Hauk was interviewed on episode 5. Black Hat Society's latest album can also be found on Bandcamp.
All music selections on this podcast are written, produced, and copywritten by their respective creators/owners. They are used with permission.
Logo Created by Xander Folmer of Huginn's Heathenhof. Contact Xander for logo designs for all your needs.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Thursday Jun 04, 2020
38 Gifts of the Wyrd Author Chris Allaun
Thursday Jun 04, 2020
Thursday Jun 04, 2020
Author, healer, and teacher Chris Allaun joins Jan for an episode to chat about the otherworld, magick, Nordic Paganism and Witchcraft, and an assortiment of other topics in an open and fun discussion.
Chris is the author of the upcoming book is Otherworld: Ecstatic Withcraft for the Spirits of the Land; and Underworld: Shamanism, Myth, and Magick, Deeper Into The Underworld: Death, Ancestors, Magical Rites, and Upperworld: Shamanism and Magick of the Celestial Realms.
Find Chris on his website and Facebook. His books are available on Amazon.com.
Chris Allaun Mystic Chat:
Episode 4: Nordic Mysteries (referenced in the episode. Check out episode 33 if you haven't listened to our talk with Luke and Bat about Loki.
Episode 6: Nordic Witchcraft
Gifts of the Wyrd contact:
Follow on Instagram: @wyrdgifts1 Twitter: @WyrdGifts Facebook: @GiftsoftheWyrd Email: GiftsoftheWyrd@gmail.com
Jan's Facebook page @JohnHijatt
Please leave feedback on iTunes and other podcast providers. This helps the podcast to be found easier.
Interested in a rune consultation or bindrune? Email me for availability and pricing. GiftsoftheWyrd@gmail.com
Music: To Hear the Trumpets Call (intro) by Hauk Heimdallsman. Hauk's music is currently on Bandcamp you can find him on Facebook @HaukMusic. Hauk was interviewed on episode 5. Black Hat Society's latest album can also be found on Bandcamp.
Outgoing music by Tonya Threet from Voluspa Track 21 The Norns.
All music selections on this podcast are written, produced, and copywritten by their respective creators/owners. They are used with permission.
Logo Created by Xander Folmer of Huginn's Heathenhof. Contact Xander for logo designs for all your needs.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.
Monday May 04, 2020
37 Gifts of the Wyrd Author T.L. Merrybard
Monday May 04, 2020
Monday May 04, 2020
Join Jan and guest, author and musician T.L. Merrybard. Tina has written several books on a variety of subjects including how to write a first draft. The Norse World Tales series includes Land of Fire and Land of Giants with the adventures of SCA enactor Perry and his friends in other dimension worlds. Check out her other series': The Fjordrider Chronicles, the Galloping Plans, and "crap demon hunter" Satan Smith & Ghost.
The books are currently available for the special low price of 99 cents per book for a limited time. Take advantage of this special deal for these fun, enjoyable materials. The books are available on Kindle and Paperback. See all available titles and formats from her author page, T.L. Merrybard, on Amazon.
Find Tina online at Facebook: @tlmerrybard and her website.
Hauk Heimdalsman was interviewed way back on episode 5 of the podcast.
Gifts of the Wyrd contact:
Follow on Instagram: @wyrdgifts1 Twitter: @WyrdGifts Facebook: @GiftsoftheWyrd Email: GiftsoftheWyrd@gmail.com
Jan's Facebook page @JohnHijatt
Please leave feedback on iTunes and other podcast providers. This helps the podcast to be found easier.
Interested in a rune consultation or bindrune? Email me for availability and pricing. GiftsoftheWyrd@gmail.com
Music: To Hear the Trumpets Call (intro) and Ghosts of the Open Road by Hauk Heimdallsman. Hauk's music is currently on Bandcamp you can find him on Facebook @HaukMusic. Hauk was interviewed on episode 5. Black Hat Society's latest album can also be found on Bandcamp.
Ghosts of the Open Road performed by Tina Merrybard. King of the Boars written and performed by Tina Merrybard.
All music selections on this podcast are written, produced, and copywritten by their respective creators/owners. They are used with permission.
Logo Created by Xander Folmer of Huginn's Heathenhof. Contact Xander for logo designs for all your needs.
Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy (Ember was interviewed on episode 7).
Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.