Yorkshire Ghost Tales with Spindleshanks McScrew - Love, Murder, and Monsters: The Chilling Tale of Dog Park Lodge
Welcome to another brand new mini series. Brought to you by Otley Ghost Tours and The bell Witch Podcast! "Witches, warriors, ghoulfriends. Welcome to Spindleshanks' Shack. My name is Spindleshanks McScrew, your guide for all things ghoulish in Yorkshire, and it's my pleasure to haunt you through the airwaves. I've clawed my way through the fog on the moors to be here with you right at this m...
17m Jun 04, 2025
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59: Chaos Magic and the Tongue of Angels: Discovering Leeds' Occult History
Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- "Witching in the 21stCentury" This episode is dedicated to my Mum-Alison Claire Swailes. Episode 59 welcomes Moot Loot guest Doctor Phil, a senior lecturer at Leeds Beckett University to discusses his background in underground music and the occult, particularly chaos magic. Phil Legard is a musician and producer whose work spans classical, folk, electronic, ...
58m Jun 02, 2025
58m
58: Connecting with Mother Shipton: Rituals and Reflections on a Legendary Witch
"Around the world Men's thoughts will fly. Quick as a twinkling of an eye. And what a shall great wonders do. How strange, And yet it shall come true. Through towering hills proud men shall ride. No horse or ass move by his side. Beneath the water men shall walk. Shall ride, Shall sleep, Shall even talk....."- Mother Shipton's famous prophecy….Or was it? In Episode 58 of "The Bell Witch Podcas...
51m May 19, 2025
51m
57: Exploring the Magic of Runes: Crafting, Divination, and Personal Connections in Witchcraft
Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast. A delightful Yorkshire show based in Leeds to give a sprinkling of magick to help you to get "Witching in the 21st Century" In this 57th episode of the Bell Witch Podcast, host Swailes, the friendly green witch, shares updates, including adopting a new snake named Citrine. She thanks her Patreon supporters before introducing guest Chynna, a creative witch who...
55m May 05, 2025
55m
Bonus Episode Celebrating Beltane with The Tea Tonic of Leeds
Welcome to a bonus Bell Witch episode celebrating the season of Beltane with the new Beltane blend from the West Yorkshire based tea company- The Tea Tonic. theteatonic.com [https://theteatonic.com/] In this episode we run through the magical and healing properties of the listed herbal ingredients- Hibiscus, Rose petal, Camomile, Peppermint, cinnamon, Lemon Balm and elderflower. This gorgeo...
11m Apr 30, 2025
11m
Heathen Folklore - Tales from the Norse Shadows #2
Loki's Poisonous Words: The Cost of Jealousy, a Feast of Pride and Punishment In this episode, Ulfhedinn Odinson narrates the Norse mythology tale of Lokasenna set during a feast hosted by the giant Aegir. Gods like Odin, Frigg, Bragi, and others attend, but Thor is absent. The trickster god Loki, driven by jealousy, kills a servant named Fimafeng. After being banished, Loki returns and engage...
13m Apr 25, 2025
13m
56: Natures Pharmacy: How Herbalism Benefits both Dogs and Their Owners
In Episode 56 of The Bell Witch Podcast, host Swailes, the Friendly Green Witch, welcomes holistic canine herbalist Rita Hogan C.H. They delve into the world of herbal remedies for dogs, emphasizing the importance of connecting with nature. Rita shares her journey into canine herbalism, highlighting how herbs can support both human and canine health. The conversation touches on the significance...
59m Apr 20, 2025
59m
55: Exploring the Green Man: Folklore, Rituals, and the Spirit of Nature
In this Solitarily Witch episode 55 of The Bell Witch Podcast, host Swailes explores the folklore and mythology of the Green Man and all that he has inspired. The episode delves into the Green Man's historical and cultural significance, his connections to nature and growth, and his appearances in various mythological figures like Shakespeare's Puck and Robin Hood. Swailes also discusses modern ...
41m Apr 07, 2025
41m
Heathen Folklore - Tales from the Norse Shadows #1
Thunder, Trickery, and Tides: The Epic Tale of Thor and Loki In this podcast episode,  Ulfhedinn, Odin's son, narrates a captivating Norse mythology tale about Thor and Loki's adventures in Jotunheim, the realm of giants. Ulfhedinn invites listeners to gather around a fire, enjoy mead, and listen to the story, which explores themes of humility, deception, and the nature of strength. Thor and L...
16m Mar 27, 2025
16m
54: Exploring the Transformative Power of Women's Circles: Healing, Creativity, and Connection
Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast. 'Witching in the 21st Century'  In this episode host Swailes converses with Liz, founder of Soul Creative Circle. Liz shares her transition from teaching to facilitating women's circles focused on empowerment, creativity, and menstrual cycle awareness. They discuss the significance of holding space, creative journaling, and the transformative power of communi...
54m Mar 24, 2025
54m
53: How Can Sigils Transform Your Witchcraft Practice?
In this Solitary Witch episode of The Bell Witch Podcast, hosts Swailes delves into the intriguing world of Sigil witchcraft. There is a brief overview of Sigil history, and a discussion on the creation of and practical applications of Sigils. The host emphasizes their role in manifestation and magical practices. The episode highlights the significance of personal intention in crafting Sigils a...
40m Mar 10, 2025
40m
Bonus Ep- Q&A & Connection Ritual. Celebrating 2 years of TBWP!
Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast. Two years of 'Witching in the 21st Century'  This is a celebratory episode as TBWP has been running for 2 years. Join Swailes as she partakes in her first Q&A, followed by a guided ritual to celebrate connection and community.  For the ritual you will need- a quiet space, a bowl of water, pen and paper, a candle of any colour (suggested- white/green) Optiona...
21m Mar 03, 2025
21m
52: Channelling Deities: How Art and Spirituality Intertwine in Modern Witchcraft
 In Episode 52 of The Bell Witch Podcast, "Witching in the 21st Century," host Swailes, the Friendly Green Witch, interviews Naomi Cornock, a witch and very gifted spiritual artist. Naomi shares her journey of intertwining art and nature-based magic, emphasizing her deep connection to the land and Celtic deities. The episode explores Naomi's artistic process, including her first deck- 'The Old ...
55m Feb 24, 2025
55m
51: From the Narrowboat Kitchen: The Magical Journey of Food, Foraging, and Folklore
Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast. "Witching in the 21st Century"  In this episode of The Bell Witch Podcast, the host Swailes the Friendly Green Witch  enthusiastically welcome Laura May, a kitchen witch living on a narrowboat in London named May Moon. Laura shares her journey into kitchen witchery, emphasizing her connection to food, foraging, and cooking. She discusses her transformative re...
1hr 5m Feb 10, 2025
1hr 5m
Bonus Episode Celebrating Imbolc with The Tea Tonic of Leeds
Welcome to a bonus Bell Witch episode celebrating the season of Imbolc and the earth awakening with the new Imbolc blend from the West Yorkshire based tea company- The Tea Tonic. theteatonic.com [https://theteatonic.com/] In this episode we run through the magical and healing properties of the listed herbal ingredients- Camomile, Peppermint, Lemon Balm, Lavender, Rosemary and Orange Peel. This...
13m Jan 29, 2025
13m
50: How Can Crystals Enhance Your Witchcraft Practice?
Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast. Witching in the 21st Century. This is episode 50 and is dedicated to my late snake Heidi aka 'Snakey' who I had for almost 20 years.  In this episode  host Swailes chats with Genna, a witch from Sydney, Australia, about the magical world of crystals. Genna shares her journey with crystals, starting from a childhood gift to her current studies in crystal heali...
48m Jan 27, 2025
48m
49: Unveiling the Secrets of Le Normand with Hazel of Hex Tarot
Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- "Witching in the 21st Century"  Happy New Year!  In this 49th episode of The Bell Witch Podcast, the host Swailes welcomes Hazel, also known as Hex Tarot, a professional astrologer, tarot reader, and palm reader. They discuss Hazel's background in the occult, her experiences living in a caravan, and her creation of an oracle deck based on the historical "Le ...
52m Jan 13, 2025
52m
Water Meditation
The 4th and final element of the gift episode Series. Join Swailes the Friendly Green Witch as she walks you through a calming meditation to help you ground in the chaos of life. This water element visualisation will help you relax though connecting with the the calm ocean and guide you though a vividly depicted seabed of calmness . Made with love and magic. Script available on Patreon ht...
14m Dec 30, 2024
14m
48: Omen Days and Nature Magic
Welcome to a rather spontaneous episode of The Bell Witch Podcast, Witching in the 21st Century. In this episode Swailes the Friendly Green Witch, inspired by a Christmas Day jog, talks about magical Omen Days in her witchcraft. She reflects on her previous journal pages, their uncanny relevance and how nature magic and Omen Days intertwine.   Swailes encourages listeners to share their pages o...
15m Dec 26, 2024
15m
47: Celebrating the Dragon through Mythology and Magic
Welcome to episode 47 of The Bell Witch Podcast, Witching in the 21st Century.  In the final Solitary Witch episode of 2024, Swailes delves into the significance of dragons in mythology and witchcraft. Reflecting on the past year, they share personal anecdotes and explore dragon symbolism across various cultures. The host discusses dragons' dual nature in Eastern and Western traditions, recoun...
34m Dec 23, 2024
34m
Bonus Episode Celebrating Yule with The Tea Tonic of Leeds
Welcome to a bonus Bell Witch episode celebrating the season of The Sun returning with the Yule blend from the West Yorkshire based tea company- The Tea Tonic. theteatonic.com [https://theteatonic.com/] In this episode we run through the magical and healing properties of the listed herbal ingredients- Chamomile, Passionflower, orange peel, peppermint, cinnamon and ginger.  This is a  gorgeous ...
11m Dec 19, 2024
11m
46: How Can Embracing Creativity and Nature Transform Your Spiritual Journey?
Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast, your gateway to witching in the 21st century.  In this 46th episode of  "The Bell Witch Podcast," host Swailes, converses with Chris, also known as CJ who a spiritual higher realms artist and author. They explore themes of creativity, spirituality, and the human-nature connection. The Artists way is a connection with both spiritual practitioners, and they mar...
46m Dec 09, 2024
46m
45: Brewing Magic: Unlocking the Secrets of Tea Leaf Reading with Madam Csaszar
Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- Witching in the 21st Century. In Episode 45 of The Bell Witch Podcast, host Swailes the Friendly Green  Witch interviews spiritualist medium Joanne Csaszar, also known as Madam Csaszar and her Talking Teacups.  Joanne specializes in tea leaf reading, tarot, and trans mediumship. She shares her journey into her unusual teacup and tea leaf reading process , ins...
1hr 2m Nov 24, 2024
1hr 2m
44: Weaving Magic: Unravelling the Mysteries of the Witch Ladder
Episode 44.  Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast. Your gateway to "Witching in the 21st Century". In this episode our host Swailes the FGW delves into the topic of witch ladders as a traditional magical tool. Swailes shares her personal experiences with creating and using witch ladders, emphasizing their significance in meditation and magical work. She provides historical context, recounting th...
30m Nov 11, 2024
30m
Bonus Episode- Celebrating Samhain with The Tea Tonic of Leeds
Welcome to a bonus Bell Witch episode celebrating the season of the Crone with the Samhain blend from the West Yorkshire based tea company- The Tea Tonic. theteatonic.com [https://theteatonic.com/] In this episode we run through the magical and healing properties of the listed herbal ingredients- Lavender,  Hawthorn, Mugwart, Rooibos, oat straw and orange peel. This is a  gorgeous tea blend ma...
16m Oct 29, 2024
16m
43: October Finale with Cult Mother- How Can Witch Business Thrive in a Capitalist World?
Episode 43 Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- "Witching in the 21st Century'  This is the very special October Finale of the Month of Moot Loots, in which Swailes has brought you weekly episodes with fabulous witchy guests  to celebrate the Spooky Season.   In this episode Swailes the Friendly Green Witch, converses with guest Hannah Graves aka The Cult Mother, who is a pro Tarot reader and ...
1hr 19m Oct 28, 2024
1hr 19m
42: Parenting with a Touch of Magic: Embracing Co-Regulation
Episode 42. Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- Witching in the 21st Century. Part of the Darkcast Network Family.  In this episode Swailes the Friendly Green Witch converses with Sarah Parkes, a conscious parenting and living coach. Part of the "MootLoot" series for October, the episode explores parenting, witchcraft, and emotional co-regulation in relationships, especially between parents and...
44m Oct 21, 2024
44m
Bonus episode- Ghost Stories & Lino Prints: A Creative Journey into Spooky Season
 Bonus Episode from The Bell Witch Podcast  In this delightful midweek offering host Swailes Friendly Green Witch chats with Fiona from "Lino Folk," a project focused on lino cutting and printing. Released during the spooky season, the episode explores Fiona's artistic journey, inspired by folklore and witchcraft. They discuss the history of witches, folklore elements like the Hand of Glory an...
44m Oct 16, 2024
44m
41: The Journey of Self-Discovery Through Tarot and Spirituality
Episode 41 Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast. Witching in the 21st Century.  Proudly part of the Darkcast Network family  Please rate and share this podcast, them starts really do help the podcast to shine!  To celebrate Spooky Season and Samhain, TBWP is having a Moot Loot bonanza! One episode a week for the month of October... This witch is on it! (Goddess help me) In this episode, the h...
56m Oct 14, 2024
56m
40: The Power of Reiki and Crystals: An Holistic Approach to Grief and Healing
 This Episode is dedicated to Emma Nicholson-Cable, a beautiful soul we lost in Feb 2024. Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast. Witching in the 21st Century. Ep.40 This Moot Loot episode is a wholesome interview tackling the subject of grief, loss, adaptation and transformation. Host Swailes aka Friendly Green Witch, welcomes Angela Booth, owner and therapist of The Crystal Booth in Horsforth, ...
52m Oct 07, 2024
52m
39: How to Banish Negative Beings and Reclaim Your Energy
Episode 39  The Bell Witch Podcast. Witching in the 21st Century  EVERY REVIEW/RATING YOU GIVE HELPS THE SHOW TO GROW  Welcome to another fabulous Moot Loot. In this episode of the Bell Witch Podcast, the host Swailes the Friendly Green Witch welcomes her first international guest -Annamarie Green, a licensed clinical therapist and professional intuitive. Anna discusses her unique approach t...
1hr 6m Sep 30, 2024
1hr 6m
Bedtime Stories- The Adventures of Lilly Thystle & Her Flower Dagon pt2
Summer 2024  BONUS EPISODE - Mum & Daughter Collaboration.  Bedtime Story Podcast episodes 5-9 Part1- https://open.spotify.com/episode/3yi22qY0p24uYEL7Wqmbt9?si=13a2ecdba71142ec  Available as 10 minuet segments at  The Adventures of Lilly Thystle and her Flower Dragon | Podcasts [https://www.podcasts.com/the-adventures-of-lilly-thystle-and-her-flower-dragon] We invite you to come on an encha...
41m Sep 26, 2024
41m
Bonus Episode- Are We All Just Eggs in a Cosmic Omelette?
Greetings Witches and beautiful souls  "Its me birthday!"  In this bonus podcast episode of The Bell Witch Podcast, Swailes the Friendly Green Witch celebrates her birthday and shares her excitement about attending the "Festival of the Unexplained", which will feature discussions on aliens, spiritualism, ghosts, and cryptids. Home - Festival Of The Unexplained - Tickets [https://www.festivalo...
18m Sep 20, 2024
18m
38: Is Witchcraft Dangerous?
Episode 38  Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast  Witching in the 21st Century  After a summer break, Swailes the Friendly Green Witch is tackling a large topic, 'is witchcraft Dangerous?' Tackling  the greatest misconceptions about witchcraft by sharing personal experiences and reflecting on The Burning Times historical insights. The episode delves into the societal perceptions and historical ...
42m Sep 16, 2024
42m
Bedtime Stories- The Adventures of Lilly Thystle & Her Flower Dagon pt1
 Summer 2024  BONUS EPISODE - Mum & Daughter Collaboration.  Bedtime Story Podcast episodes 1-4 Available as 10 minuet segments at  The Adventures of Lilly Thystle and her Flower Dragon | Podcasts [https://www.podcasts.com/the-adventures-of-lilly-thystle-and-her-flower-dragon] We invite you to come on an enchanting quest to find friends in unexpected places! Experience the magic of courage a...
34m Sep 09, 2024
34m
What Happens When You Connect with Spirits on a Ghost Hunt?
Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast - Witching in the 21st Century  In this special bonus podcast episode, where the host Swailes recounts their exhilarating ghost hunt experience in Bramhall, near Otley in Leeds, on January 5, 2024. They describe the historic setting of Bramhall Village Hall and the activities they engaged in, such as table tipping and using ghost-detecting gadgets. The host sh...
20m Sep 02, 2024
20m
37: Ghosts, Witches, and Whispers: Exploring Otley's Haunted History
 Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast 'Witching in the 21st Century'  In episode 37 of the Bell Witch Podcast, Swailes The Friendly Green witch welcomes Daisy of Turnip Fish Theatre  who recently started a ghost walk business in Otley. Swailes shares her excitement about discovering Daisy's tours, which explore Otley's haunted history. Daisy, with a background in scriptwriting, discusses her tran...
45m Aug 05, 2024
45m
Otley Ghost Tour
 A Spooky Advert  Book on to the Otley Ghost Tour and embrace the miserable history of Otley town, a seemingly quaint historic market town, settled 'neath the looming gaze of its ancient Chevin. Learn about the small-town eccentrics who, once upon a time, hobbled over its cobbles, and find out about the phantom characters who still persist. Your ghoulish guide will regale you with tales of byg...
1m Aug 01, 2024
1m
36: The Dual Nature of Snakes in Mythology
  Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast "Witching in the 21st Century" In episode 36  host Swailes, AKA "Friendly green Witch," delves into the fascinating world of snakes in folklore and their magical associations within witchcraft and paganism. Swailes shares personal anecdotes about their experiences as a snake owner, emphasizing the emotional connections formed with their pets.  The episode e...
42m Jul 21, 2024
42m
35: What is Kundalini Activation?
Episode 35 Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast, witching in the 21st Century. In this Moot Loot episode of the Bell Witch Podcast, we are joined by Swailes, Friendly Green Witch hailing from Leeds, who engages in an enlightening discussion with Yasmin Rose, a coach dedicated to guiding healers and spiritual women. Swailes opens up about her recent experience with kundalini activation, sharing t...
54m Jul 07, 2024
54m
Fire Meditation
The 3rd element of the  gift episode Series. Join Swailes the Friendly Green Witch as she walks you through a calming meditation to help you ground in the chaos of life. This fire element visualisation will help you relax though connecting with the flame of a bonfire in the deep forest. Made with love and magic. Please support #tbwp on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/TheBellWitchPodcast #med...
13m Jul 04, 2024
13m
34: Exploring the Therapeutic and Transformative Aspects of "The Artist's Way"
Episode 34   In this episode of the Bell Witch Podcast, Swailes the Friendly Green Witch and her friend Bex delve into their transformative experiences with "The Artist's Way," a 12-week creative workshop by Julia Cameron. Swailes shares how the program revitalized her creative pursuits, leading to the launch of her podcast. Bex explains the structure and tasks of the program, emphasizing its ...
52m Jun 23, 2024
52m
33: From Floppy Disks to Emoji Spells: The Evolution of Techno Witchcraft
Episode 33   Witching in the 21st Century.  Welcome to another enchanting  Solitary Witch episode of "The Bell Witch Podcast" with Swailes the Friendly Green witch🌿✨ Today, we're diving broomstick-first into the spellbinding world of techno paganism and digital witchcraft. But before we get our cauldrons bubbling, I have a tiny favour to ask. If you love what we do here, please consider show...
43m Jun 09, 2024
43m
32: Folklore of Forget Me Nots
Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast, witching in the 21st Century.  In this solitary witch episode , Swailes the Friendly Green Witch explores the enchanting world of the forget-me-not flower. She shares its folklore, magical properties, and personal anecdotes, including the humorous misnaming of the flower by some children.  Swailes discusses the flower's significance in dreams, mythology, and...
36m May 27, 2024
36m
The Market Place saved my life
A spontaneous episode from me on something very close to my witchy heart. Please know I do get a bit emotional in this little episode.  Open letter to the people of Leeds (and beyond), For the past 35 years, the team here at The Market Place charity has been offering free, personal mental health support to the young people of this great city. We have had hundreds of thousands of visits from t...
7m May 25, 2024
7m
Witchcraft and Herbalism
Bonus Episode. This delightful spotlight episode of The Bell Witch Podcast is hosted by Lianne Marie, a kitchen with with a love for traditional witchcraft, ethical marketing and tea!  Jammed packed with bitesize witchcraft folklore, herbalism and witching in the 21st Century. You can find Lianne at  Butterflump – Ethical marketing support for small businesses [https://butterflump.com/] But...
19m May 17, 2024
19m
31: The Heathen & His Mead
Episode 31  Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- 'Witching in the 21st Century' In this Moot Loot episode we welcome my good friend Chew who is a Heathen. Chew tells us about finding his path, the importance of mead in his spirituality and a couple of medieval folklore stories of Gods like Thor who drank too much!   "Hi I'm Richard Chew, 2nd generation Pagan. I follow the Germanic Heathen path...
1hr 8m May 13, 2024
1hr 8m
30: Spell Work & Candles
Episode 30  Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- 'Witching in the 21st Century' In this Moot Loot episode we welcome Sareta of Wax Spiritual. A fabulous new witch shop in the heart of one of the oldest (and definitely haunted) cities in  the UK- Colchester, Essex.  Sareta identifies as a root worker/modern witch who has amazing skills and knowledge on crafting spells, candle magical ways and h...
1hr 21m Apr 29, 2024
1hr 21m
29: Witches, Ghosts & Folklore from the Coast
Episode 29  Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- 'Witching in the 21st Century'  At last, here is an overdue Solitary Witch episode from Swailes, and the sister episode to 'Magic of the Sea' a few weeks back. This is a spooky offering from #TBWP inspired by an amazing ghost walk in Robin Hoods Bay back in February 24. Ghost stories, witches and smugglers, hand of glory and cave dwelling boggl...
1hr 6m Apr 14, 2024
1hr 6m
28: Digging into the Origins of Folklore
Episode 28  Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast. Witching in the 21st Century.  Another amazing Moot Loot for you, from @Folkwitch_ Amy.  Amy is an author, witch, archaeologist and lover of folklore. She uses her knowledge and experience of history to guide her magical practice. Amy has a flair for aesthetically pleasing witchcraft photography as seen on her Instagram which is simply beautiful....
43m Apr 02, 2024
43m