The Bell Witch Podcast: Wholesome Spirituality for Magical Folks

Swailes Friendly Green Witch
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Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast: "Witching in the 21st Century" Fortnightly, easy to consume, fun and informing. TBWP offers wholesome magical insights, folklore stories, poetry and modern witch tips from the perspective of a busy Yorkshire witch-Swailes. Known as the 'Friendly Green Witch' of Leeds, Swailes shares her insights into living an authentic magical life that heals and nourishes us. There is no gate keeping here, this podcast aims to enrich your confidence and feed your soul with a heartfelt passion for learning about spirituality and modern witchcraft.  Whether you're drawn to the witchy life, a novice in the craft or an experienced wiccan seeking to deepen your practice, TBWP offers invaluable resources for living a vibrant pagan life. The only Podcast that features alternating segments: 'Solitary Witch' for personal explorations and 'MootLoot' episodes featuring dynamic pagan guests as well as a chilling monthly bonus episode with The Yorkshire Ghost Tours! https://yorkshireghosttours.com/ Dive into a diverse array of topics, including witchcraft, spells, sigils, folklore, mythology, paranormal investigations, manifestation techniques, ghosts, reiki, herbalism, feminism in witchcraft, occult and esoteric practices, spirituality, astrology, meditation, spellcraft, and holistic wellbeing, along with parenting tips for today’s modern witches. email- thebellwitchpodcast@yahoo.com   Linktree (https://linktr.ee/friendlygreenwitch) Patreon for exclusive bonus content: The Bell Witch Podcast on Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/TheBellWitchPodcast]. Theme music by Geoff Harvey from Pixabay Donations welcome- PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/FriendlyGreenWitch). Help TBWP grow by leaving ratings and reviews – your stars make the podcast shine! Stay magical, witches! ✨

  1. Celebrating Beltane: Flame, Fae and the Morris Dancers of May

    6D AGO

    Celebrating Beltane: Flame, Fae and the Morris Dancers of May

    PLEASE VOTE FOR TBWP ON THE LISTNERS LOBE AWARDS HERE-https://podlifeawards.com/vote/the-listeners-lobe-tgl20262Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- a wholesome show on all things 'Witching in the 21st Century' In this episode, host Swailes the Friendly Green Witch of Leeds celebrates her best Sabat- Beltane: the ancient vibrant pagan fire festival marking life, fertility, and renewal. She explores its historical roots, from Celtic cattle purification rituals to Maypole and Morris dancing traditions. Swailes discusses the sacred union of the May Queen and her Consort, symbolising balance between the masculine and feminine energy. She highlights Beltane's connection to nature, including the colourful tulips, magical hawthorn, buzzing bees, and blossom fae, alongside associated deities like Cernunnos and Bona Dea. The episode concludes with practical celebration suggestions, including lighting fires, bathing in morning dew, making floral crowns, and embracing the May Day community. Mentioned in this episode-The Fabolous Rainbow Morris Dancers of Saltaire-   https://www.facebook.com/rainbowmorrissaltaire Episodes mentioned- Folklore of Trees https://open.spotify.com/episode/3FliuuHrWulFcwQRBwct4P?si=rGs9TVAiQwaem0bDj4fpoQGreen Man- https://open.spotify.com/episode/1KoBb1t2rAgiwZZyKHQpwG?si=6ed1b964a5324e12Mumming for Yule- https://open.spotify.com/episode/0zf061azGMeUlujZMGoXPi?si=VocUtOzhRYqh5xfqzZvP8Q Join Patreon for Bonus content- https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheBellWitchPodcast PROUDLY SUPPORTING MISSING WITCHES Our friends over at 'Missing Witches' aim not only to do the work but to be the work. It’s brutally obvious how much the "new age" has engaged in an extractive and often appropriative relationship with Indigenous knowledge and people.  As part of the work of reparations, each year, they pay forward all of their May community earnings to the Native Women’s Shelter of Montreal AND organize a community Reparations fundraiser. We would love your help, whether it’s donating, signal boosting or joining their squad. Find out more at MissingWitches.com/Reparations The Missing Witches Team would like to thank you for your support in sharing our work. We are so grateful to have found YOU as part of our community.KEY WORDS-------------------------------Beltaine, Beltain, Celtic sabat, sabat, wiccan wheel, May Day, May pole, Morris Dancing, Summer, Celebrations, Nature, Fae, Fairy, Goddess, God, May King, May Queen, spirits, trees, blossom, tulips, pagan, ritual, morning drew, Celtic dainties, spiritual significance, balance, unity, fertility, nature, flowers, tulips, trees, bees, fairies, communal ritual, bonfires, purification, sacred ashes, fertility rituals, Walpurgis Night, divine masculine, divine feminine, maypole dance, world tree, nature spirits, going a-Maying, weddings, handfastings, dandelion, hawthorn, blackthorn, rowan, elderflowers, cowslips, foxgloves, cherry blossoms, fairy realm, animal symbolism, Horned God, Cernunnos, goddesses, Artemis, Danu, Diana, Flora, Freya, Bonea Dea, tarot, oracle cards, community celebration, floral crowns, Beltane morning dew, ritual renewal, balance of energies, magic, love, light, sex.

    49 min
  2. Healers Vox Pocks @ Ilkley Healing Alternatives Festival pt2

    APR 29

    Healers Vox Pocks @ Ilkley Healing Alternatives Festival pt2

    Welcome to the 2nd part of the Vox Pocks episodes. This is a special 2 part episode where The Bell Witch Podcast was invited to be official media, covering the Healing Alternatives Festival Ilkley 11 & 12 April 2026. This is a new style of episode where we are on the ground talking direct to the healers on at the show on a wide range of unusual holistic therapies.  Next date September-  https://www.healing-alternatives.co.uk/next-event-details-ilkley Featured in this episode in order- Jennifer Leigh Emotional Code Practitioner and Wellbeing Felicitator-  https://bookaby.me/jennifer-leigh/whats-onhttps://www.instagram.com/jennifer_leigh_intuitive/ Darren Ibbetson of Breath of Transformation- https://breathoftransformation.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/breathoftransformation/ I was lucky enough to experience the therapies from both these incredible healers and thought it would add an extra dimension to group them both on the episode with myself as a client. Huge thank you to all above for appearing on the first ever Vox Pocks by TBWP Support the pod by joining Patreon and receive bonus content on Patreon.com/thebellwitchpodcast  Please help the show grow by leaving ratings and reviews wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Thank you for listening, stay magical.  KEYWORDS------------------------------------------------------------------------Vox pocks, interview, holistic therapies, massage, reiki, healing, light language, sound baths, spiritual art, wellbeing, wellness, mindful, alternative therapies, complimentary therapy, spirit, yoga, sound bowls, festival, likely, Leeds, west Yorkshire, trees, independent business, witch biz, small business, aromatherapy, field mic, on the ground, witch, witchcraft, humans, crystals, support, breathwork, swailes, stalls emotion code, felicitator

    27 min
  3. Enchant Your Chores: Mundane Magic with Molly Donlan pt2

    APR 27

    Enchant Your Chores: Mundane Magic with Molly Donlan pt2

    PLEASE VOTE FOR TBWP ON THE LISTNERS LOBE AWARDS HERE-https://podlifeawards.com/vote/the-listeners-lobe-tgl20262Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- a wholesome show on all things 'Witching in the 21st Century' In this second part of the two part 'Moot Loot' episode of The Bell Witch podcast, host Swailes the Friendly Green Witch interviews Molly Donlan, professional witch, Reiki Master, and author of a fabulous new book Mundane Magic. Molly shares her reiki healing insights, how magic and the nervous system can work together and how that anxiety tiger from neolithic times can be buffered by simply taking time to ground and breath. The conversation highlights how podcasting and witchcraft have both been transformative, creating authentic connections and a supportive community in a fast paced world. Connect with Molly here- https://mollydonlan.com/mundane-magicDemystify Magic Podcast- https://mollydonlan.com/podcast/Join the Patreon to support the show at www.patreon.com/thebellwitchpodcastMade with Love & Magic by Swailes https://www.instagram.com/the_bell_witch_podcast Ratings and reviews help the podcast to grow, please rate if you can.  KEY WORDS-----------------------------Swailes, Molly Donlan, professional witch, Reiki Master, crystal healer, magical author, Demystify Magic, Mundane Magic, witchcraft, everyday magic, podcasting, witchy podcasts, magical intention, nightstand altar, vacuuming magic, cleaning with intention, spiritual practices, witchy community, mundane magic, summer spells, simmer pot, motivation, focus, podcast interview, personal journey, embracing witchcraft, magical practices, intention setting, witchcraft history, Gerald Gardner, Alister Crowley, magical rituals, accessible magic, holistic healing, community support, creative expression, podcasting journey, spiritual growth, self-discovery, mindfulness, energy clearing, green witch, listeners vote, Leeds, Golden Lobes Awards, London, Hoover, spells, witchy pod

    32 min
  4. Healers Vox Pocks @ Ilkley Healing Alternatives Festival pt1

    APR 22

    Healers Vox Pocks @ Ilkley Healing Alternatives Festival pt1

    Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast 'Witching in the 21st Century' This is a special episode where The Bell Witch Podcast was invited to be official media, covering the Healing Alternatives Festival Ilkley 11 & 12 April 2026. This is a new style of episode where we are on the ground talking direct to the healers on at the show on a wide range of unusual holistic therapies.  Next date September-  https://www.healing-alternatives.co.uk/next-event-details-ilkley Featured in this episode in order-  Angela Green The Body Wise Facilitator- https://angelagreen.co.uk/Festival attendee Kitty in a beautiful swing dressMandy of Held by Mandy Mother of Root at The Crystal Booth- https://www.instagram.com/heldbymandy/Heidi Jane Holistics- https://www.instagram.com/heidijanemcdowell/Ant 369/Shanti Prema/ I am Yoga 369- https://www.instagram.com/ant36_9/The Aroma Faery- www.thearomafaery.co.ukGerry Andrews of The Body Mind Coach  https://gerryandrews.co.uk/Malina covering Steph Reding Myofascial Release- https://www.stephaniereading.co.uk/mfr/https://www.stephaniereading.co.uk/mfr/myofascial-release// Huge thank you to all above for appearing on the first ever Vox Pocks by TBWP Support the pod by joining Patreon and receive bonus content on Patreon.com/thebellwitchpodcast  Please help the show grow by leaving ratings and reviews wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Thank you for listening, stay magical  KEYWORDS------------------------------------------------------------------------Vox pocks, interview, holistic therapies, massage, reiki, healing, light language, sound baths, spiritual art, wellbeing, wellness, mindful, alternative therapies, complimentary therapy, spirit, yoga, sound bowls, festival, likely, Leeds, west Yorkshire, trees, independent business, witch biz, small business, aromatherapy, field mic, on the ground, witch, witchcraft, humans, crystals, support, breathwork, swailes, stalls,

    36 min
  5. Enchant Your Chores: Mundane Magic with Molly Donlan pt1

    APR 20

    Enchant Your Chores: Mundane Magic with Molly Donlan pt1

    PLEASE VOTE FOR TBWP ON THE LISTNERS LOBE AWARDS HERE-https://podlifeawards.com/vote/the-listeners-lobe-tgl20262 Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast- a wholesome show on all things 'Witching in the 21st Century' In this two part 'Moot Loot' episode of The Bell Witch podcast, host Swailes interviews Molly Donlan, professional witch, Reiki Master, and author of a fabulous new book Mundane Magic. Molly shares her gradual journey from scepticism to embracing witchcraft, largely influenced by her podcast Demystify Magic. She discusses her book's philosophy of integrating low-effort magic into everyday tasks like vacuuming, (Hoovering to the Brits!) washing dishes, and creating a nightstand altar. Molly also shares favourite summer spells, including simmer pots for motivation. The conversation highlights how podcasting and witchcraft have both been transformative, creating authentic connections and a supportive community. https://mollydonlan.com/mundane-magicDemystify Magic Podcast- https://mollydonlan.com/podcast/ Podcast Pal- Witchy Woman Walking- https://open.spotify.com/show/0U36TBmhaSVgRo3cMck3bW?si=d7789ea9225042b1 Join the Patreon to support the show at www.patreon.com/thebellwitchpodcast KEY WORDS-----------------------------Swailes, Molly Donlan, professional witch, Reiki Master, crystal healer, magical author, Demystify Magic, Mundane Magic, witchcraft, everyday magic, podcasting, witchy podcasts, magical intention, nightstand altar, vacuuming magic, cleaning with intention, spiritual practices, witchy community, mundane magic, summer spells, simmer pot, motivation, focus, podcast interview, personal journey, embracing witchcraft, magical practices, intention setting, witchcraft history, Gerald Gardner, Alister Crowley, magical rituals, accessible magic, holistic healing, community support, creative expression, podcasting journey, spiritual growth, self-discovery, mindfulness, energy clearing, green witch, listeners vote, Leeds, Golden Lobes Awards, London, Hoover, spells, witchy pod

    28 min
  6. The Folklore of Trees in Witchcraft

    APR 15

    The Folklore of Trees in Witchcraft

    Welcome to a Solitary Witch Episode with The Bell Witch Podcast- a show that is all about 'witching in the 21st Century' This is a spontaneous offering from Swailes as she reminisces on the trees of her past, and how they anchor moments of importance in her history. The host opens with a story- Why the Ash has Black Buds by William Fiennes from the Woodland Trust Org book named Why Willows Weep. This is a calming episode that invites the listener to connect with trees today and allow them to assist ones witchcraft. Sources- British Trees: Folklore and Mythology - Woodland TrustConnect with TBWP- instagram.com/the_bell_witch_podcast Support the show on Patreon.com/thebellwitchpodcast  KEYWORDS-----------------------------tree, British folklore, story telling, witch, independent podcast, witchy, witchy podcast, paganism, nature, trees, tales, craft, magic, ritual, history, elm, woods, sycamore, oak, leaves, leaf, branches, contemporary folklore, pagan, paganism, memories, personal stories, mindful, meditation, spiritual, fae, forests, woods, England, Leeds, green witch, inspired

    33 min
  7. Celebrating the Healing Alternative Festival w/ Katharine of Orangeblossom Oldways

    APR 5

    Celebrating the Healing Alternative Festival w/ Katharine of Orangeblossom Oldways

    This episode is dedicated to Jenny Tollinton of PosiTone Changing Perceptions https://www.youtube.com/@positonechangingperception3372 Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast "Witching in the 21st Century" In this episode, host and Friendly Green Witch of Leeds- Swailes, chats to Katharine of Orangeblossom Oldways about the upcoming Healing Alternatives Festival held in the heart of Ilkley, West Yorkshire on April 11-12. Katharine tells us about the festival and why she holds it dear, as well as folklore tales of the local landscape of Ilkley which is a supernatural spiritual hotspot! As our host Swailes is an official affiliate (swish) she will be attending all weekend with a brand new shiny field mic with a view of creating the very first Vox Pox style episode of TBWP, capturing the wholesome essence of this fabulous community driven event in real-time! More info here- https://discoverilkley.co.uk/event/ilkley-healing-alternatives-festival-spring-2026/Buy tickets here- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ilkley-healing-alternatives-festival-tickets-1226073802749Follow Orangeblossom Oldways here- https://www.instagram.com/orangeblossomoldways/Connect here- https://linktr.ee/orangeblossomoldways Are you planning on attending the festival? it would be great to connect and get a selfie with TBWP magical ears!  Connect with Swailes- Linktree.com/friendlygreenwitch Join the Patreon to support the creator and bag bonus content- https://www.patreon.com/c/TheBellWitchPodcast Key Words----------------------------------------------------------------Witches, witchy podcast, Bell Witch, witchcraft, folklore, stories, mythical, Ilkley, Otley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, English podcast, spells, magic, magick, alternative therapy, holistic, reiki, healing, light language, sound bath, wicca, pagans, vox pox, spells, crystals, talks, workshops, tarot, oracle, birth, mothers, babies, women, feminism, matriarchy, red tent, drumming, shamanic, shaman, journeying, local, weekend, stalls, interviews, chatty pod, green witch, love, community, cacao, ceremony

    27 min
  8. The Folklore of Daffodils

    APR 2

    The Folklore of Daffodils

    In this solitary witch episode, Swailes merendas through the lovely folklore of the seasonal flower- the daffodil. Join the host for folklore telling's, witch tips and pleasant poetry in this springtime episode.  Dont forget to vote TBWP in the Golden Lobes Listener Awards- linktree.com/friendlygreenwitch. Sources -https://www.learnreligions.com/daffodil-magic-legends-and-folklore-4000607https://thebennetts23.medium.com/the-daffodil-story-dc0aa7055dc6https://www.appleyardflowers.com/flowerdiaries/daffodil-facts/https://www.rhs.org.uk/garden-inspiration/plants-we-love/daffodils-art-myth-folklorehttps://plantcaretoday.com/daffodils-myths-legends.html Join the Patreon for bonus content- Patreon.com/thebellwitchpodcast  Podcast Pals- The Guilty and the Ghostly Podcast Keywords---------------------------Folklore, lore, British, spring time, Ostara, magic, witchcraft, spring equinox, easter, herbalism, magick, plants, flowers, plant magic, herbal, earth, spirituality, solitary witch, history, flora, bees, countryside, spells, Leeds, UK, England, mythology, tales, chatty witch, green witch, craft, altar, wicca, pagan, paganism.

    24 min
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Welcome to The Bell Witch Podcast: "Witching in the 21st Century" Fortnightly, easy to consume, fun and informing. TBWP offers wholesome magical insights, folklore stories, poetry and modern witch tips from the perspective of a busy Yorkshire witch-Swailes. Known as the 'Friendly Green Witch' of Leeds, Swailes shares her insights into living an authentic magical life that heals and nourishes us. There is no gate keeping here, this podcast aims to enrich your confidence and feed your soul with a heartfelt passion for learning about spirituality and modern witchcraft.  Whether you're drawn to the witchy life, a novice in the craft or an experienced wiccan seeking to deepen your practice, TBWP offers invaluable resources for living a vibrant pagan life. The only Podcast that features alternating segments: 'Solitary Witch' for personal explorations and 'MootLoot' episodes featuring dynamic pagan guests as well as a chilling monthly bonus episode with The Yorkshire Ghost Tours! https://yorkshireghosttours.com/ Dive into a diverse array of topics, including witchcraft, spells, sigils, folklore, mythology, paranormal investigations, manifestation techniques, ghosts, reiki, herbalism, feminism in witchcraft, occult and esoteric practices, spirituality, astrology, meditation, spellcraft, and holistic wellbeing, along with parenting tips for today’s modern witches. email- thebellwitchpodcast@yahoo.com   Linktree (https://linktr.ee/friendlygreenwitch) Patreon for exclusive bonus content: The Bell Witch Podcast on Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/TheBellWitchPodcast]. Theme music by Geoff Harvey from Pixabay Donations welcome- PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/FriendlyGreenWitch). Help TBWP grow by leaving ratings and reviews – your stars make the podcast shine! Stay magical, witches! ✨

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