Between 3 Witches - Witchcraft in plain sight

This week feels different… because for the first time, it’s not just the three of us.
We’re joined by Nixie Vale for our first ever guest episode, and it opens up a conversation that’s long overdue.
We’re talking about what witchcraft actually looks like in real life… not the aesthetic, not the performance… but the version that has to fit around bodies, energy, limitations, and the truth of day-to-day living.
Nixie shares her experience of navigating disability and chronic illness within witchcraft, and how that reshapes what practice looks like when you can’t follow the “expected” path.
Because the reality is…witchcraft isn’t always candlelit rituals and perfect timing.
Sometimes it’s:
adapting
simplifying
listening to your body instead of pushing through
and redefining what “practice” even means
We also talk about her new book, the thinking behind it, and why accessibility in spiritual spaces matters more than people like to admit.
And… because we couldn’t not…
Nixie steps into our first ever “Keep or Cut – Guest Edition” 👀
(you already know that gets interesting)
This episode is slower, more honest, and probably closer to what witchcraft actually looks like for most people than anything you’ll see online.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re “not doing it right”… this one might shift that.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify / Apple / wherever you get your podcasts
🌙 Follow for more witchcraft in plain sight and you can find us all on the socials!

Gayle The Witch Next Door
The Wheelie Green Witch
Anon the anonymous witch

Episode: The Basics of Witchcraft & the Terminology
Witchcraft can feel overwhelming when you’re first stepping into it…
so many terms, so many paths, and a lot of noise around what it’s supposed to look like.
In this episode of Between Three Witches, we bring it back to something much simpler:
✨ What witchcraft actually is
✨ The language you’ll hear (and what it really means)
✨ How different paths and practices show up in real life
✨ And how to begin without overcomplicating it
This isn’t about rigid rules or perfect definitions,
it’s about understanding the foundations in a way that feels grounded, honest, and accessible.
We also explore the difference between traditional and modern approaches, the role of tools and intention, and why your practice doesn’t need to look like anyone else’s.
And in this week’s “Come Sit With Us” segment, we answer a listener question this week about how to create a structure for shellwork

If you’ve ever felt unsure where to start, confused by terminology, or like you’re “missing something”…
this episode is for you.
You can find us all on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube (and I am also on Patreon and so is Wheelie) as 
Gayle The Witch Next Door
The Wheelie Green Witch
Anon - The anonymous witch

Episode: The Basics of Witchcraft & the Terminology

Witchcraft can feel overwhelming when you’re first stepping into it…
so many terms, so many paths, and a lot of noise around what it’s supposed to look like.

In this episode of Between Three Witches, we bring it back to something much simpler:
✨ What witchcraft actually is
✨ The language you’ll hear (and what it really means)
✨ How different paths and practices show up in real life
✨ And how to begin without overcomplicating it
This isn’t about rigid rules or perfect definitions,
it’s about understanding the foundations in a way that feels grounded, honest, and accessible.

We also explore the difference between traditional and modern approaches, the role of tools and intention, and why your practice doesn’t need to look like anyone else’s.
And in this week’s “Come Sit With Us” segment, we answer a listener question around shadow work, what it is, why it matters, and why it doesn’t always look the way you expect.
If you’ve ever felt unsure where to start, confused by terminology, or like you’re “missing something”…
this episode is for you.
You can find us all on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & YouTube (and I am also on Patreon and so is Wheelie) as
Gayle The Witch Next Door
The Wheelie Green Witch
Anon - The anonymous witch

In this episode, we share thoughtful perspectives without fear, sensationalism, or judgement, offering an honest conversation about one of witchcraft’s most misunderstood subjects. We explore one of the most debated topics in modern witchcraft: curses, hexes, baneful magic, and magical ethics.
Between Three Witches – Witchcraft in Plain Sight is a witchcraft podcast exploring real magical practice, folklore traditions, everyday spirituality, and honest conversations about modern witchcraft.
Hosted by:
Gayle – The Witch Next Door

Vikkie – The Wheelie Green Witch

ANON – The Anonymous Witch

In a world where social media often sensationalises witchcraft, this episode takes a grounded, practical look at baneful magic, separating folklore, historical practice, and modern perspectives from the myths and fearmongering often seen online.
Whether you're new to witchcraft or an experienced practitioner, we discuss how witches approach ethics, responsibility, intention, and magical consequences when it comes to hexes and curses.
We break down the terminology often used in magical practice, including hexes, curses, jinxes, and baneful magic, and explore how intention, scope, and outcome affect how these workings are understood in different traditions.
Baneful magic has existed for centuries within folk magic traditions, cunning craft, and traditional witchcraft. We explore how curses and retaliatory magic historically existed alongside protective magic and how modern witchcraft communities interpret these practices today.
One of the most complex conversations in witchcraft revolves around magical ethics. Not all witches follow the same moral framework, and we discuss how personal ethics, responsibility, consent, and intention shape magical decision-making.
Is there ever a situation where curses or hexes might be considered justified? We explore the difference between protection, retaliation, and emotional impulse, and why reflection and emotional regulation are important before any magical work.
This week’s listener question comes from Emily on Patreon:
"How do you find balance between work and belief? I’ve been trying to stay calm and centred, but work often gets in the way."
We discuss practical ways witches integrate grounding, spiritual practice, and everyday life, even during stressful work schedules.
Curses, hexes, and magical ethics are rarely simple topics.
Every practitioner approaches baneful magic differently based on experience, tradition, personal ethics, and spiritual philosophy.
We hope you enjoy the episode and and in two weeks we explore the basics of witchcraft and the terminology!
See you next time, and you can find us all on social media platforms.

How do you genuinely connect with ancestors and spirits… without the theatrics, fear mongering, or over complication?
In this episode of Between Three Witches, Gayle (The Witch Next Door), Vikkie (The Wheelie Green Witch), and ANON (The Anonymous Witch) unpack what ancestor and spirit work actually looks like in real, everyday practice, not the dramatised version social media often sells.
Prompted by a thoughtful question from one of our Patreon listeners, we explore:
What we really mean by “ancestors”, of blood, land, craft, and choice

Why spirit communication is often subtle, not cinematic

Simple, grounded daily practices that build connection over time

Creating safe inner foundations before reaching outward

Boundaries, discernment, and why protection isn’t paranoia

The difference between healthy spirit companionship and escapism

We talk about quiet acknowledgements, candles lit with intention, cooking family recipes, journaling dreams, and keeping offerings simple and meaningful. No strict rules. No gatekeeping. No pretending every breeze is a message.
This conversation is about relationship, not performance. About staying rooted in the physical world while honouring what came before. And about trusting your intuition without losing your grounding.
As always, we share laughs, life updates, and honest reflections on what this work really looks like behind closed doors.
If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re “doing it right,” or felt overwhelmed by dramatic expectations around spirit work, this episode is for you.
And don’t miss our Sit With Us listener question at the end:
What’s your favourite spell to cast, and your favourite tool to do it?
Listen in, and may your practice meet you exactly where you are.
G x