Are We Witches?

Sarah Drummond & Lisa Marmur
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Welcome to Are We Witches? A podcast for the witch-curious and the skeptical, hosted by two witches-in-training, Lisa Marmur and Sarah Drummond. We’re two friends diving headfirst into the enchanting world of modern witchcraft for the very first time. Together, we’ll explore magical realms, learn how to charge crystals, brew a little mischief, and maybe even tell the future. We have no idea what we’re doing (yet), but we’re here to document the journey—warts and all.  Our quest will take us through the history of witchcraft, unpacking its feminist, divine, beautiful, and problematic aspects. By understanding how magic shaped the world, we hope to uncover where magic still thrives today. If magic is real, we’re here to find it. So, are we witches? Are you? Join us every second Tuesday by the cauldron as we brew up some tea and see where the magic takes us. We couldn’t do it without you. Because, after all, it takes a village to raise a witch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 1d ago

    Are We Witches...Or Narcissists?

    On this episode, Lisa and Sarah ask when self-empowerment becomes self-importance. They get into spiritual superiority, manifestation, main character syndrome, glamour magic, and what happens when the algorithm starts masquerading as an oracle. Plus, lunar periods, suspiciously accurate horoscopes, Margaret Murray (again), and a cleansing ritual for when someone has really pissed you off. Can we believe in signs, synchronicities and magic without assuming the universe revolves around us? Sources for Who, What, Witch, Where? Dixon, L. J., Hornsey, M. J., & Hartley, N. (2023). The secret to success? The psychology of belief in manifestation. Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin. https://doi.org/10.1177/01461672231181162 Lange, J., Crusius, J., & Hagemeyer, B. (2016). The Evil Queen’s dilemma: Linking narcissistic admiration and rivalry to benign and malicious envy. European Journal of Personality, 30(2), 168–188. https://doi.org/10.1002/per.2047 St. Lawrence, E. (2024). The algorithm holy: TikTok, technomancy, and the rise of algorithmic divination. Religions, 15(4), 435. https://doi.org/10.3390/rel15040435 Vonk, R., & Visser, A. (2021). An exploration of spiritual superiority: The paradox of self-enhancement. European Journal of Social Psychology, 51(1), 152–165. https://doi.org/10.1002/ejsp.2721 — Follow us on instagram at arewewitches and write to us at arewewitches@gmail.com - we love hearing from you! We are new to this community and these practices. All advice, tips and feedback will be gratefully received. After all, it takes a village to raise a witch. Blessings to all those that rate & review (5 stars only, please!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. Sep 22

    Tarot Vinisode #6

    For our sixth instalment of Tarot Vin, we’re pairing The Hierophant with Grenache and asking the cards about the collective. It turns out the Hierophant has quite a bit to say about it. And, as things get a bit tipsy after a couple of glasses, Lisa and Sarah have a lot to say, too. Grab a glass, pull up a chair, and join the circle. Many thanks to Julie Albin for her Tarot Vin workbook which we continue to drink our way through, and to Labyrinthos for their tarot card interpretations. — Follow us on instagram at arewewitches and write to us at arewewitches@gmail.com - we love hearing from you! We are new to this community and these practices. All advice, tips and feedback will be gratefully received. After all, it takes a village to raise a witch. Blessings to all those that rate & review (5 stars only, please!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. Sep 8

    How's Curses? Special

    Lisa has a confession: she came dangerously close to breaking the Are We Witches? strict no-hexing policy. It all started with a mean joke that left her furious, embarrassed and stewing for days. Even Sarah’s first reaction suggested that perhaps, just this once, a tiny bit of magical retribution might be justified. So, how close did Lisa actually come to casting a hex? Listen to find out. — Follow us on instagram at arewewitches and write to us at arewewitches@gmail.com - we love hearing from you! We are new to this community and these practices. All advice, tips and feedback will be gratefully received. After all, it takes a village to raise a witch. Blessings to all those that rate & review (5 stars only, please!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. Aug 24

    Are We Witches? With Icy Sedgwick

    WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE! In this very special episode, we’re joined by folklorist, author, and podcaster Icy Sedgwick for a wonderfully wide-ranging conversation. We chat about folklore, divination, ghosts, fairies, witch archetypes, cunning folk and wise women, love magic, ghost hunting, folklore in the digital age, why stories become attached to particular places, and whether folklore is something from the past or something we’re still creating today. Icy shares the joys of “folklore tripping” and why seeking out the places behind old stories can bring a little enchantment back into everyday life. And in Magic for the Masses, Icy shares a beautifully simple way to acknowledge the spirits of home and place. Icy's latest book is Fate or Fortune: The Art and Folklore of Divination, a captivating exploration of divination throughout history, blending folklore, cultural context, and practical application. Be sure to listen to Icy's wonderful podcast, Fabulous Folklore with Icy, wherever you get your podcasts, watch her video podcasts on YouTube @FabulousFolklore, and find her blog, books, and more at her website, icysedgwick.com. Watch the video at https://youtu.be/rQCD_aKSnyg — Follow us on instagram at arewewitches and write to us at arewewitches@gmail.com - we love hearing from you! We are new to this community and these practices. All advice, tips and feedback will be gratefully received. After all, it takes a village to raise a witch. Blessings to all those that rate & review (5 stars only, please!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Are We Witches? With Icy Sedgwick

  5. Aug 10

    Are We Witches...In Fashion?

    This week, Sarah and Lisa ask: who dressed the witch? From the pointy hat and black cloak to broomsticks, ceremonial robes and goth fashion, they trace how centuries of art, persecution, occultism, storytelling and pop culture created the witch aesthetic we instantly recognise today, even though the people historically accused of witchcraft looked nothing like it. Then, they ask why witchcraft is so fashionable right now, and whether it ever really went out of fashion. From cunning folk and Victorian spiritualism to WitchTok and Etsy spells, they explore why uncertainty, social upheaval and the desire for a little control keep drawing us back to magic. Plus, in How’s Tricks?, Lisa makes a humbling admission... Sources for Who? What? Witch? Where? BBC Article - Bronze Age to Elphaba: The centuries-old origins of the witch's hat Library of Congress: Martin Le Franc, *Le Champion des Dames — Follow us on instagram at arewewitches and write to us at arewewitches@gmail.com - we love hearing from you! We are new to this community and these practices. All advice, tips and feedback will be gratefully received. After all, it takes a village to raise a witch. Blessings to all those that rate & review (5 stars only, please!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. Jul 27

    Tarot Vin #5

    In our fifth reading from the Tarot Vin workbook, Sarah and Lisa sit down with The Emperor and a glass of Cabernet Franc to ask what this powerful archetype has to say about creation; not just inspiration, but the kind that requires structure, discipline, and follow-through. As Lisa and Sarah juggle their ever-growing creative ambitions, they turn to The Emperor to see what guidance this card might offer for turning big ideas into something real.  Many thanks to Julie Albin for her Tarot Vin workbook which we continue to drink our way through, and to Labyrinthos for their tarot card interpretations. — Follow us on instagram at arewewitches and write to us at arewewitches@gmail.com - we love hearing from you! We are new to this community and these practices. All advice, tips and feedback will be gratefully received. After all, it takes a village to raise a witch. Blessings to all those that rate & review (5 stars only, please!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. Jul 13

    What's Up, Witches? #6

    Sarah and Lisa tie up some loose ends from recent episodes, and check in on how they feel about calling themselves witches at this point on their journey. -- Follow us on instagram at arewewitches and write to us at arewewitches@gmail.com Any problem you want a magical solution for, please write in for a bit of advice and a magical prescription. It's important we practice as much as possible to get our witchy credentials! We also want to hear how your spells are going, so please write in if you have practiced any magic mentioned in the show. We are new to this community and these practices. All advice, tips and feedback will be gratefully received. After all, it takes a village to raise a witch. Blessings to all those that rate & review (5 stars only, please Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. Jun 29

    Are We Witches…on the Map?

    Intrepid, enchanted explorers Lisa and Sarah go searching for the places where magic might be found. From Celtic "thin places" to traditional sacred landmarks, they explore how people have mapped sacred landscapes, energetic hotspots, and the invisible pathways said to connect them. Along the way, they discuss a witch's curse on the town of Paisley, the mystery of ley lines, and the thorny issue of spiritual and cultural appropriation. Plus, in Show & Spell, they read their astrocartography charts and ask whether the stars really can point the way to a better place to live. Join them as they go looking for magic on the map. Sources for Who? What? Witch? Where?: https://forest-healing.co.uk/articles/thin-places-and-liminal-spaces-in-celtic-culture https://www.collegeofpsychicstudies.co.uk/enlighten/mapping-ley-lines-the-earth-s-energy-grid/ https://science.howstuffworks.com/science-vs-myth/unexplained-phenomena/ley-lines.htm Wikipedia Entry for Ley Lines Wikipedia Entry for Jim Lewis Astrocartography.uk Astrocartography maps from: Astro.com Magic for the Masses: What 3 Words _____________________________________________________________________ Follow us on instagram at arewewitches and write to us at arewewitches@gmail.com Any problem you want a magical solution for, please write in for a bit of advice and a magical prescription. It's important we practice as much as possible to get our witchy credentials! We also want to hear how your spells are going, so please write in if you have practiced any magic mentioned in the show. We are new to this community and these practices. All advice, tips and feedback will be gratefully received. After all, it takes a village to raise a witch. Blessings to all those that rate & review (5 stars only, please!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Welcome to Are We Witches? A podcast for the witch-curious and the skeptical, hosted by two witches-in-training, Lisa Marmur and Sarah Drummond. We’re two friends diving headfirst into the enchanting world of modern witchcraft for the very first time. Together, we’ll explore magical realms, learn how to charge crystals, brew a little mischief, and maybe even tell the future. We have no idea what we’re doing (yet), but we’re here to document the journey—warts and all.  Our quest will take us through the history of witchcraft, unpacking its feminist, divine, beautiful, and problematic aspects. By understanding how magic shaped the world, we hope to uncover where magic still thrives today. If magic is real, we’re here to find it. So, are we witches? Are you? Join us every second Tuesday by the cauldron as we brew up some tea and see where the magic takes us. We couldn’t do it without you. Because, after all, it takes a village to raise a witch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Sarah Drummond & Lisa Marmur
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Are We Productions
  • Show Website
    Are We Witches?

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