Middle Vibes

B. Taylor and M. Semrau
  • 4.6 (11)
  • Spirituality
  • Biweekly

Two witches surviving, thriving, and talking sh*t. An irreverent podcast by B. Taylor and M. Semrau.

Episodes

  1. 06/14/2022

    Why We Need Covens [Season One Finale]

    All good things must come to an end…or at least take a wee break. Here we are at the conclusion of Season 1! Can you believe it, dear listener? It has been an amazing ride, and we have enjoyed every minute of it with you: our Middle Vibes family. In fact, that’s how this season closes: with a conversation about Covens and their immense importance as it relates to providing a safe, loving environment. M. does what she always does best and gets us started with a history of covens and how she thinks that came to be seen as “evil” to some. There are some fascinating parallels/references between covens and religion that are worth a listen and a rewind! [1:30] Covens have evolved over time and adapted to tools such as the internet/social media. The modern Coven looks very different from its traditional predecessor, and yet it still remains a powerful resource. [30:28]  In fact, the idea of Covens transcends witchcraft. B. &  M. take us through the history of Pride Month and explain how creating a safe space is vital to community. [37:58] Edited by Vaughn Postema / Arvaughnna AudioRecorded at What Cheer Writers Club

    Why We Need Covens [Season One Finale]

  2. 05/30/2022

    Getting Paid: Making Money From Magical Practices

    To charge or not to charge for your services, that is indeed the question. You will find that the answer nestled in this podcast is this: Yes and yes, again. B. + M. give some great insight as they talk about their journey with charging for Tarot services. In the beginning, it’s easy to underestimate the amount of energy it takes to guide people through a reading. As your favorite hosts will explain, this service requires much time, effort, and energy and you soon find that this is a service worth charging for…and that’s okay!   This listen closes out with a signature ritual from M. [48:50] and a Tarot pull from B. [50:52] that will get you prepared to harness the power of May 30th’s New Moon in Gemini.  Edited by Vaughn Postema / Arvaughnna Audio Recorded at What Cheer Writers Club

    Getting Paid: Making Money From Magical Practices

  3. 05/15/2022

    Pancakes and Jesus: A Cult Story

    Well, we’re here. The moment so many of you have been waiting for: M shares her experience with being in a cult.  Our dear M. walks us through her time in a cult, outlining the beginning to the end. [11:18]  There are some clear signs that arise when dealing with a cult but, as you will hear, it is not always easy to see when you are actually in the midst. From Proverbs 31 to 3 finger width shoulder straps, (yup, you heard us.) sit back and listen to this first-hand account.  After a quick cult Q&A session between B. + M. [46:10], the duo tackles a different type of cult: cancel culture. [59:26] You’ve heard B. + M. mention their disdain for this phenomenon in past episodes, but now you get to dig into the exact ‘why.’  B reads Clementine Morrigan's tweet about the problem with cancel culture. [1:20:00] As always, don’t forget to fully absorb M.s ritual [1:24:00], which has a very pragmatic approach this time, and B.’s tarot pull. [1:29:00]   As a bonus, make sure you listen all the way to the end to hear what shenanigans McDonald’s is up to. (Trust us - it’s eyebrow-raising!)  Edited by Vaughn Postema / Arvaughnna Audio Recorded at What Cheer Writers Club

    Pancakes and Jesus: A Cult Story

  4. 04/30/2022

    I Just Had Sex Magick!

    Let’s talk about S-E-X… with a touch of magic! What exactly is sex magick? We’ve seen it portrayed in various movies and shows, but, as usual, the truth is a little more involved than what we see on the silver screens. B gets us started with all the excited feels right at the beginning of this episode as she shares a very special announcement that has us grinning from ear to ear. [1:30]  This leads us into an “edge-of-your-seat” personal story that B so graciously shares: her experience with sex magic. You will hear her personal account peppered throughout this episode with insightful moments from M as they break down the truth about sex magic. As usual, M gives us a beautiful ritual for this New Moon [44:26], and B follows up with a very special tarot pull for you [49:52]. Edited by Vaughn Postema / Arvaughnna Audio Recorded at What Cheer Writers Club

    I Just Had Sex Magick!

  5. 04/16/2022

    Mental Health, Meds, and Magic

    Is medication the ultimate intuition killer? Our vote is a big ‘NO.’ For far too long, there have been conversations that shame, assume, and shed a negative light on what it means to engage with medication while being a witch. Leave it to your two favorite hosts to give a deeper dive that leaves you just a tad more confident when you finish their latest episode! We kick off with B letting us know what her word of the year is and why. [1:04]  B guides us through the benefits of leaning into your word(s) of the year (or even your lifetime!). If you aren’t sure how to find your word, listen carefully to B’s quick activity at [6:05].  The words you speak and the intention you set is vital to your journey: physically, spiritually, and mentally. Speaking of your mental journey, M gets transparent on the microphone as she dives into her own history with mental health and finding the right medication. [14:00]  B gives insight on a personal path for medicine and magic that is truly an eye-opener. [18:57]  Don’t forget to indulge in M’s ritual [39:16] and B’s [41:01]  tarot pull as you soak in all of that Full Moon energy!  Edited by Vaughn Postema / Arvaughnna Audio Recorded at What Cheer Writers Club

    Mental Health, Meds, and Magic

  6. 04/01/2022

    What's Love Got to Do With it | The Darker Side of Magic [Part 2]

    She loves me, he loves me not. They love me; they love me not. Maybe I should take matters into my own hands…Stop right there! You can throw a rock and hit a love spell plot in Hollywood but what you won’t get is the truth. This week B + M let you in on what love spells are and how successful (can you hear our sarcasm) they have been through the ages. We kick off the episode with an interesting love spell memory from our dear M, which is sure to give you a chuckle. [1:00]  After that let’s get acquainted with the history of love spells and some of the ways women used them in their daily lives. [2:20]  As juicy as that will be for you, we think that B’s recollection of a passage from The Black Arts by Richard Cavendish will give you an eyebrow raise! [7:03].  B + M spend some time talking about B’s favorite movies: Teen Witch [10:17] and The Craft [13:15].  After you hear more about M’s experiences with love spells [17:23], roll right into B’s Tarot pull [25:46], and M’s love spell built just for Y.O.U! [28:39] Edited by Vaughn Postema / Arvaughnna Audio Recorded at What Cheer Writers Club

    What's Love Got to Do With it | The Darker Side of Magic [Part 2]

  7. 03/18/2022

    To Hex or Not to Hex | The Darker Side of Magic [Part 1]

    Curses come with a heavy price. Are you prepared to pay for it? B + M breakdown cursing, hexing, binding, freezing, and banishing in this two-part episode.  Find out what each spell requires of you and learn why our witchy duo prefers banishing [21:04] and protecting [38:55] over the other four paths.  After you get your crash + course in all-things-hexes, recenter with M’s ritual [40:55] and B’s tarot pull [42:43] for the Worm Moon.  Catch Part 2 to this episode on the next New Moon. Edited by Vaughn Postema / Arvaughnna Audio Recorded at What Cheer Writers Club

    To Hex or Not to Hex | The Darker Side of Magic [Part 1]

  8. 03/02/2022

    You Gotta Be High Vibe to Manifest What You Want... Right?

    **Trigger Warning: This episode contains material that discusses sexual assault. We’ve time-stamped those moments should you want to avoid those areas: 6:36 and 22:50-24:17**  Ask, believe, and ye shall receive….right? Ah, it’s a bit more complex than that. Let’s talk about the Law of Attraction, manifesting, and all the thoughts about how to manifest. First, we’ll dig right into the question:  What is New Thought? [2:50]  The duo also touches on the teachings of Abraham-Hicks and their thoughts on where those teachings fall when it comes to manifestation. [9:52]  With so much surrounding the Law of Attraction, it’s easy to get lost in the nuances. You’ll hear how B + M’s personal Law of Attraction definitions shows how manifestation is a personal journey. There is a lot to dig through in this episode, from opinions on folks selling manifestation courses [34:24] to disease and manifestation [38:13].  All of that boils down to the real question: How can we actually manifest? [44:09] Edited by Vaughn Postema / Arvaughnna Audio Recorded at What Cheer Writers Club

    You Gotta Be High Vibe to Manifest What You Want... Right?

  9. 02/16/2022

    I Have No Idea What I'm Doing | Witchcraft 101

    Here you are at Episode 3, dear listener, and it’s time to get some basics in this Witchcraft 101 episode. Okay, get to know those witchy ways by understanding what an altar is and how to take care of one. [4:38]  Dig into what casting a circle means and why witches do this. [13:40]  Listen to B. + M.’s definition of ritual and whether they have daily rituals or not. [23:10]   After being inspired by all of this ritual talk B. + M. challenge you to perform this very simple ritual…[36:34].  Oh and remember those ritual remnants from the new moon? M. makes good on her promise and tells you what exactly to do with those items, so pay close attention. [39:23] Then we roll right into M.’s Hunger Moon ritual [43:04], and B.’s Tarot card pull. [50:18] Edited by Vaughn Postema / Arvaughnna Audio Recorded at What Cheer Writers Club

    I Have No Idea What I'm Doing | Witchcraft 101

  10. 01/31/2022

    What Makes a Witch?

    Episode 2: So you Wanna be a Witch?Hey, you’re back for episode 2! B+M, start this episode off with gratitude for you, dear listener. Your support is appreciated and gives our hosts all the feels. Get ready for another amazing listen as B+M asks: What does it mean/take to be a Witch?Here’s what you can expect to hear:  Learn all about B + M’s definition of what it means to be a witch and how they got on their witchy path. [5:25] B. Taylor breaks down appropriation vs appreciation within witchcraft. [17:36] Shhh, this word isn’t allowed in B’s household! Can you guess what it is? [34:30] B. Taylor pulls from the Tarot of the Holy Spectrum created by Chase Voorhees and gives another soul-stirring tarot interpretation [40:35] M. Semrau guides you through another easy-to-follow ritual at home that aligns with the energy of the New Moon. [44:12] Edited by Vaughn Postema / Arvaughnna Audio Recorded at What Cheer Writers Club

    What Makes a Witch?

  11. 01/17/2022

    What the Hell are Middle Vibes?

    Episode 1: What the Hell are Middle Vibes? Welcome to the Middle Vibes podcast, where two witches, B.Taylor and M. Semrau, keep things real, relatable, and hilarious. In this first episode, learn how the Middle Vibes podcast came into existence, the philosophy on what the concept of 'middle vibes' means, and how B + M plans on helping you through the use of tarot card readings straight-to-the-point rituals. The inaugural episode is heavy on internal growth and gives you some context of how these two witches ventured forward with a podcast that lends itself to everyone. If you are looking for that bold, informative, and entertaining podcast to add to your lineup, you've landed on the right show! How exactly did the Middle Vibes podcast come to be? [9:52] How did a conversation with Head Witch in Charge, Michelle Pellizzon of Holisticism, jumpstart the Middle Vibes podcast? [10:51] B + M's philosophy on what 'middle vibes' means. [12:00] B. Taylor lays down a tarot interpretation for today's (January 17, 2022) full moon. [26:10] M. Semrau guides you in conducting your own home ritual that coincides with the essence of the first moon of the year. [29:39] Get to know the Middle Vibes podcast hosts with fun, rapid-fire questions! [36:35] Edited by Vaughn Postema / Arvaughnna Audio Recorded at What Cheer Writers Club

    What the Hell are Middle Vibes?

  12. 01/14/2022

    Middle Vibes Teaser Trailer

    Hey, y'all! Listen to two witches, B. Taylor and M. Semrau, to be exact, share their opinions and modern witchcraft and spirituality, what makes a witch, the philosophy of Middle Vibes, and so much more! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/middlevibespodcast/

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Two witches surviving, thriving, and talking sh*t. An irreverent podcast by B. Taylor and M. Semrau.

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  • Creator
    B. Taylor and M. Semrau
  • Years Active
    2022
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © B. Taylor and M. Semrau
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    Middle Vibes