Southern Bramble: a Podcast of Crooked Ways

In this episode, we discuss trafficking with familiar spirits, the history of Familiars, and ways to apply working with familiar's in your craft.

In this episode we talk to our friend Juju of @jujuworkin on Instagram.

In this episode, Austin interviews, Marshall all about his first publication, Cunning Words: a Grimoire of Tales and Magic (now available on Amazon. Warning: light spoilers

In this episode, we interview Laura Devila ( @daphne_la_hechicera ) about her book Mexican Sorcery: A Practical Guide to Brujeria de Rancho CLICK HERE FOR LINK.

In this episode we discuss a wide rage of tools used in witchcraft and our personal practices.

Marshall and Austin discuss Folk Catholicism, Witchcraft, and complexities with Ry and Voga of The Red Text Podcast

In this episode, we open the new year and the new season talking about goals and catching up after the holidays. The main topic of the day is personal power. Where does a witches power come from? Is it internal or external? What are spirit contracts? What does it mean to evoke or invoke? How do deities fit in here? And we even get into personal cosmologies of our own practices.

In this episode, Cory Thomas Hutcheson joins us to talk all about winter and holiday folklore. Cory is the author of New World Witchery and color host of the podcast New World Witchery. You can find him at @newworldwitchery on Instagram

Austin And Marshall interview Brittany Hölljes of Delta Rae
Song Credit: ' The Beast' Eric Holljes / Ian Holljes / Brittany Holljes
The Beast lyrics © Eric Holljes Music

Episode Note: Austin was traveling at the time of this recording so his audio isn’t as clean but still completely audible. In this extra long episode, we interview Craig Spencer, the author of Aradia: A Modern Guide to Charles Godfrey Leland‘s Gospel of the Witches. We discuss the myth, the history, the controversy, and the beauty that is this mysterious Italian manuscript. You can find Craig on IG at @witchcraftunchained

In this episode, we talk to Aly the Bronxwitch Who shares about her life, her experience in the Bible belt, her move to New York, her amazing community space the BronxWitch Headquarters, and her amazing work on the Better Witch Podcast. You can find her on IG at @bronxwitch and @bronxwitchhq

Halloween spook spectacular

This week we cross the ocean to speak with a content creator and practicing witch in Saipan. You can find them on all platforms @hexoterica

This week, we discuss the witchy aesthetic. What is it? Is it important? What in history has happened to create it? We talk about art, media, and the zeitgeist that is the iconic visage of the witch. Books discussed: All Them Witches, and The Witches Sabbath by Kekdon, and The Witches Devil by Roger J Horne.

In part 2 of this 2 part episode, we interview Dr. Al about his life as a cunning man, divination with geomancy, and his upcoming book Nazareth.

In part 1 of this 2 part episode, we interview Dr. Al about his life as a cunning man, divination with geomancy, and his upcoming book Nazareth.

In this episode, we discuss the history of curses, the perceived differences in jinxes and hexes, as well as ways one might detect and deflect any baleful magic sent one’s way. Extras include: a brief discussion on monkeypox, tangents about individual worldviews, and the crux of deciphering your own ethical code.

In this episode, we interview Mara Starling about her life as a witch living in Wales, her experience as a trans woman and it’s effect within her craft, her book Welsh Witchcraft , and growing up learning the folklore of her land.

In this episode, we go on a tour through the history of grimoires and magical tomes, as well as discuss the modern concepts of the book of shadows and it’s history. Lastly we leave you with some tips to help aid you in your magical record keeping.

In this episode, we interview Brandon Weston author of Ozark Folk Magic and Ozark Mountain Spell Book. They share all about being a generational Ozarker, a folk healer, and the research that went into writing their books. You can find Brandon at @ozarkhealingtraditions on Instagram.

This is an extra special episode about queerness, gender, and witchcraft. With a special blend of historical context and personal experience we share what it means to be queer, a witch, and how the ecology of the LGBTQIA community has evolved throughout time in religious and spiritual structures. Opening monologue from @plantbasedbirdgirl on tiktok.

In this episode, we interview thorn Mooney, an author and Gardnarian Wiccan to discuss her craft, differences in paths, and misconceptions about being Wiccan. You can find Thorn at @thornthewitch on Instagram and her books Traditional Wicca and The Witches Path wherever books are sold. SIDE NOTE: this was recorded back in march and Marshalls audio in this episode has several electronic interruptions that were only noticed upon completion of this recording. We apologize for any sound that is less than stellar quality. Marshall has since gotten a new mic and we will do our best to make sure this does not happen again. Luckily, it did not affect the interview or the quality of recordings from Austin or Thorn.

In this episode, we interview Albert an Icelandic folk magic practitioner. We talk about the history of spirituality and its evolution through time in Iceland, as well as it’s practical use for practitioners today. You’ll have to forgive a few technical difficulties that plagued the recording of this episode. Ultimately nothing important was truly lost.

In this episode we discuss the history of the devil. We break down the barriers between Satan, Lucifer and the devil and how this adversarial being came to be as he is today. We discuss the witch father in traditional craft and we share a bit of our practices. We also talk about the satanic panic and it’s devastating effects on some for decades. And lastly we discuss the devil in modern media.

Gemma Gary Cofounder of Troy Books Publishing and Author of Traditional Witchcraft, The Black Toad, The Devils Dozen, Silent as the Trees, and more comes to the South all the way from West Country England. Gemma shares her life in Cornwall, her inspiration for writing, her art, her craft, and everything in between. You definitely don’t want to miss out in this episode!

In this episode, we discuss what is commonly mistaken as gatekeeping, elitism, and gatekeeper deities.

This is part 1 of a 2 part series on gatekeeping. We’ll discuss what gatekeeping is, what it’s not, cultural appropriation, gatekeeping in different practices, what it means to be a benevolent gatekeeper, and how it can be misused.

TW: this episode will discuss mature and sensitive topics such as sexual assault, consent, gay sex, and masturbation. If you would prefer not to listen to this kind of discussion, this episode might not be for you.
In this episode, we discuss this topic of love magic, its history, its controversy, and common tools used in this kind of passionate sorcery. We also tackle some less spoken about topics like sex magic on your own and a frank conversation about understanding same-sex sex. With a few gay tangents and some spicy education, we think this may be one of our juiciest episodes yet.

In this episode we continue our discussion with Nicholas Pearson (@theluminouspearl) on Instagram, and we talk all about the earth beneath our very feet. We dive deeper into animism with crystals, discuss ethical mining, get to the bottom of the dreaded moldavite, and Of course we saved the best for last! Austin dares to share the story of his shocking “alchemical romance”.

A new year, a new logo, and a new intro! Who else loves a podcast facelift?!? Catch up with Austin and I as we discuss our holidays, new years traditions, and things to look forward to as we travel in time.

Author of Year of the Witch by Temperance Alden join SB podcast to talk about the history and modern day traditions of this time of year.

On this episode of Southern Bramble, Austin and Marshall interview Coby Michael’s of @poisonersapothecary. He tells us all about being an herbalist in the poison path, baneful flora, it’s history in medicine, and uses in witchcraft. Coby also has a new book out now called The Poison Path Herbal.

In this episode we discuss the history of Halloween, All Hallows eve, Samhain, and building your own traditions in between semi on topic gay tangents.

In this episode interview Frankie also known as ChaoticWitchAunt. We get to know a little bit about their childhood, their current passions, the ins and outs of being a witch on social media, and their new book. (Please excuse Austin’s mic near the end as there were some technical difficulties)

In this episode we go more in depth with incorporating plants, minerals, metals, incantations, and methods of building power in your spellcraft. Books recommended: 21 keys to successful sorcery by Jason Miller,
Magister Officiorum, Llewelyns Complete Book of Correspondences, Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs by Scott Cunningham, Traditional Witchcraft Bu Gemma Gary, The Witches Art of Incantation by Roger J Horne, Keys of Solomon.

This is a bonus episode because it’s a little different. Kevin is a long time best friend of Marshall’s and a “muggle”. There are many witches out there who are unsure how to talk with non practitioners about their practice. Having Kevin on as a guest host helps open up a dialogue to an outside perspective. Part 1: getting to know Kevin. Party 2: listener questions for Kevin. Part 3: Kevin’s questions for a practitioner.

In this episode of Southern Bramble we invite the cohosts of the podcast Invoking Witchcraft, Britton Boyd and J. Allen Cross on to the show. We have a round table discussion about being online creators, practitioners sharing our experiences, what IS and ISN’T meant to be shared, and our inspirations that connect us to our craft.

On today’s episode of SouthernBramble Austin and Marshall are joined by Aaron Oberon as we discuss bioregionalism, as well as the inherent political nature of being queer, a witch, and connecting to the land you live on. Aaron shares their perspective on folklore and swamp witchery, and brings the light hearted levity needed when having honest talks about tough subjects. Don’t forget to stay tuned at the end for bloopers!

In this episode Austin and Marshall go deep into discussion about animism. They also share the gritty history of Pride, queer rage that started a riot, why it’s important kink and sexuality have a place in pride parades, and a message from the heart to our cis and straight ally’s.

In this bonus episode, Austin and Marshall sip on wine while reviewing and making commentary on the movie Gretel and Hansel. Warning: this episode has SPOILERS so we suggest you listen after watching the movie.

In this episode of SouthernBramble, Austin and I discuss our recent sabbath celebrations and my self imposed lesson in fire safety. The topic of discussion goes deep into the root of what makes this path so crooked. The ability of a witch to heal AND harm, and how to build those relationships with your spirit ally’s.

For our first episode we thought it best you all get to know us a little better. We have a fun blind interview finished by a rapidfire questionnaire, and discuss how Queerness has shaped our lives in many ways including within our craft. Warning: this episode includes 18+ discussion material.