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• 121: Spellcrafting Series Part 1 – Correspondences

  Welcome to the heart of Spellcraft Summer, witches! In the first episode of this special 3-part series on Spellcrafting 101, Laylla and Chelle crack open the grimoire to explore the foundational building blocks of spellwork: correspondences. What exactly are they, and why do they matter? The witches unpack the classic concept of "like attracts like" and the Doctrine of Signatures, an old magical belief that nature marks each plant and object with a clue (or signature) to its purpose.From colors and crystals to herbs, elements, days of the week, and planetary energies, the witches explore how correspondences give your spellwork structure, symbolism, and energetic alignment. They also talk about why you don’t have to memorize every book table out there and why Chelle swears by journaling your own experiences to build a personal system that’s way more powerful than a one-size-fits-all chart.Whether you're just beginning your spellwork journey or looking to refresh your practice, this episode is your warm, witchy invitation to deepen your magical language and start casting spells that truly speak to your magickal self. Got a question? Send the witches a message here!Support the showWant to send us a letter? Witchy things to review?We have a mailing address!Back on the BroomstickPO Box 106Salem MA 01970Email: [email protected] FacebookInstagramBack on the Broomstick Website

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• 120: Boundary Setting and Back off Magic for a Stress Free Summer

  It’s Spellcraft Summer, witches! Join Laylla and Chelle for a no-nonsense, deeply magickal conversation about reclaiming your peace through protective and baneful magick. Yes, we’re talking hexes, curses, sour jars, freezer spells, and shut the fuck up magick.This episode is about being a powerful steward of your personal peace. We explore how baneful magick can be part of a healthy spiritual practice, especially when used to protect your energy, enforce boundaries, and process anger in sacred ways. From the science of consequences to the symbolism of covered mirrors, we’re unpacking the deeper layers of shadow work and spellcraft.Laylla shares the story of her mom’s workplace hot foot success, Chelle gets spicy about cord-cutting obsessions, and both throw some shade at the idea that witches are only allowed to be nice. Tune in as we explore the magickal art of saying “no” with a little extra summer heat.Got a question? Send the witches a message here!Support the showWant to send us a letter? Witchy things to review?We have a mailing address!Back on the BroomstickPO Box 106Salem MA 01970Email: [email protected] FacebookInstagramBack on the Broomstick Website

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• 119: Midsummer Magick: Litha Lore and the Fair Folk

  It's summertime and the magic is easy. Chelle and Laylla turn their magical gaze toward the firelit heart of the Wheel of the Year, Litha, the Summer Solstice. As the sun reaches its peak and the days stretch long and golden, our favorite witchy duo dives into the vibrant energy of this high holiday, exploring the themes of abundance, sensuality, solar magic, and the subtle shift toward shadow.Join us as we dance with the lore and light of Midsummer, share ways to celebrate the solstice from your own backyard or altar, and conjure up some mischievous fairy magick inspired by A Midsummer Night’s Dream. From honoring the Fae with honeyed offerings to calling in midsummer dreams with mugwort and moonlight, this episode is a tapestry of seasonal wisdom, ritual ideas, and that special blend of mischief and reverence Laylla and Chelle are known for.So pour yourself some sun tea, slip off your shoes, and let’s get back on the broomstick for a celebration of the longest day, the deepest magic, and the whisperings of the Otherworld.Got a question? Send the witches a message here!Support the showWant to send us a letter? Witchy things to review?We have a mailing address!Back on the BroomstickPO Box 106Salem MA 01970Email: [email protected] FacebookInstagramBack on the Broomstick Website

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• 118: Wise Earth Medicine with Lalania Simone

  In this episode of Back on the Broomstick, Laylla and Chelle welcome back Lalania Simone to talk about her brand new deck, Wise Earth Medicine Tarot. Blending traditional tarot structure with the healing wisdom of the natural world, this deck brings together animals and plants to offer grounded, earth-based insight for personal reflection, growth, and divination.The witches and Lalania explore how this deck goes beyond the typical human-centered imagery of tarot, tapping into the primal intelligence of animals, plants, and the land itself. Each card offers not just traditional tarot meaning, but also the unique medicine of the featured creature or plant, allowing readers to connect with nature’s wisdom in a deeply personal way. From the insights of the poppy to the soaring message of a hummingbird, the deck opens up new pathways of intuitive understanding.They also chat about how Wise Earth Medicine Tarot can support personal growth, magickal practice, meditation, and spellwork, as well as how nature-based tarot decks can sometimes help us reach more authentic messages from within. https://redwheelweiser.com/book/wise-earth-medicine-tarot-9781578638635/https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lalaniasimone/the-myth-weaver-tarothttps://cosmicseedstudio.com/Got a question? Send the witches a message here!Support the showWant to send us a letter? Witchy things to review?We have a mailing address!Back on the BroomstickPO Box 106Salem MA 01970Email: [email protected] FacebookInstagramBack on the Broomstick Website

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• 117: Listeners Ask, Witches Answer

  Chelle and Laylla are back with witchy answers to your magical questions! This episode is a mixed cauldron of questions about protection, spellwork, deity devotion, and personal practice.First up, they share ways to cast simple but powerful protection spells for loved ones who are traveling. From energy shielding and enchanted comfort items to charm bags, black tourmaline stones, and even a charmed trinket tucked into a suitcase, there are plenty of accessible ways to send a little extra magical safety along for the ride.Next, the witches talk about whether spirit work is required in witchcraft (spoiler: it’s not). They explore how every witchcraft path is different, and how honoring personal boundaries is an important part of magical practice.Then they tackle the mystery of opening the third eye—explaining what it really means, how it connects to introspection and awareness, and offering easy tools like meditation, visualization, herbal allies like mugwort, and crystals such as lapis lazuli to support the journey.They also offer spellwork suggestions for anyone facing obstacles with paperwork, appeals, or red tape. Road opening spells take center stage here, and the witches explain why hexing large corporations may help you let off steam but may not bring a lot of success.Finally, they explore how to build a personal relationship with deity for those feeling drawn worship. The witches share ideas for offerings, altar building, and why learning can be the ultimate act of devotion.It’s another packed episode full of down-to-earth advice, encouragement, and plenty of magical inspiration to bring into your own practice. Got a question? Send the witches a message here!Support the showWant to send us a letter? Witchy things to review?We have a mailing address!Back on the BroomstickPO Box 106Salem MA 01970Email: [email protected] FacebookInstagramBack on the Broomstick Website

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