This Average Witch

April Barone
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Get a little wilder and a little witchier each week with April (that's me!) on This Average Witch as we explore all things witchy, supernatural, spooky, and spiritual. I share 20+ years worth of my own personal experiences and how I practice the Craft. Along the way, we'll get into the occasional spooky story or a bit of folklore or mythology; we'll discuss deities, spirits, and otherworldly beings and creatures; we'll discuss various ways of practicing the Craft; we'll discuss history, the various belief systems, societal norms, the whimsical, the dark, and SO much more!

  1. 1d ago

    Spookysode (The Pale Man & Dagon)

    We're switching it up this week since Samhain and Halloween are just around the corner! I'm April, and This Average Witch is going to tell you a couple of spooky stories today. So go get a snuggly blanket, a hot drink, lights are optional, and let's settle in. Oh, and just a heads up and a little trigger warning- this episode contains unsettling, spooky themes and hints of death.   Source References: AmericanLiterature- The Pale Man AmericanLiterature- Dagon   Socials: TAW Facebook Page TAW BlueSky TAW on YouTube TAW Insta Stacks of TAW

  2. 1d ago ·  Bonus

    You Might Enjoy: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

    Introducing Vinh Giang: How to Communicate So People Actually Listen to You from On Purpose with Jay Shetty. Follow the show: On Purpose with Jay Shetty Communication expert Vinh Giang joins Jay to share practical tools from his first book, Before We Forget How to Connect, to help you become a more confident communicator and build deeper, more meaningful connections. Vinh explains how to become a better listener, avoid common communication mistakes, and speak so people actually pay attention. From sounding confident when you're nervous to speaking up in meetings, navigating difficult conversations, and making a great first impression, Vinh shares simple techniques to help you communicate more effectively and connect with people in every area of your life. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Instagram Teen Accounts: Built-in protections for teens. JAY'S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast What We Discuss: 00:00 Introduction 00:25 Before We Forget How To Connect 01:52 The High-Low Buffalo Icebreaker 02:45 Sharing Personal Highs 05:15 Sharing Personal Lows 11:40 Sharing Personal Buffalos 13:40 Escaping Small Talk 16:10 Overcoming Self-Judgment 17:58 Sharing Wins Without Sounding Arrogant 19:50 Communication Beyond The Script 20:40 Gen Z's Communication Struggles 23:20 Last Word, Last Letter Game 27:20 The Four Modalities Of Listening 29:50 The Three Follow-Up Questions Rule 35:50 How Do You Make A Great First Impression? 40:10 Reading the Room, Not Formulas 44:10 Finding Your Unique Voice 49:00 Life As A Book: New Chapters 50:40 Building Executive Presence 53:20 Fix Your Resting Blank Face 58:30 Filming Yourself For Self-Awareness 01:02:20 When Your Mind Goes Blank 01:06:10 The Power Of The Pause 01:09:30 How Can You Sound Confident When You’re Nervous? 01:14:40 From Texting Chemistry to Real-Life Connection 01:18:40 How to Communicate Better During Arguments 01:20:20 Learning to Speak Up In Meetings 01:25:45 How to Join a Conversation Without Feeling Awkward 01:28:20 Leaving A Conversation Gracefully 01:31:4 Embracing Vulnerability Episode Resources: Book | https://vinhgiang.com/before-we-forget-how-to-connect Website | https://vinhgiang.com/ YouTube | https://youtube.com/@askvinh Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/share/1CCPX1ChrP/?mibextid=wwXIfr LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinhgiang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

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  3. Oct 20

    Does "Awakening" Sound Pretentious?

    Everyone talks about awakenings and enlightenment but do we really know what they consist of? Does it sound pretentious if we talk about having an awakening? Let's find out today as we explore what spiritual awakenings are all about.   To find crisis support & mental health resources: The National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: dial 988, text or call. The Mental Health Hotline: dial 866-903-3787, helps find resources local to you. Additional resources   Recommended books: The Power of Now, Ekhart Tolle Awareness: The Perils and Opportunities of Reality, Anthony DeMello Siddhartha, Hermann Hesse Conversations With God, Neale Donald Walsch Autobiography of a Yogi, Paramahansa Yogananda Beyond Enlightenment: Buddhism, Religion, Modernity, Richard S Cohen   Source References: Awakening Self: What Is Awakening Ekhart Tolle - What Awakening Really Is A Soulful Rebellion- What Is A Spiritual Awakening Medium- What Is An Awakening- Hilary Jane Grosskopf The British PSychological Society- An Awakening Gaia- What Are The 5 Stages of Spiritual Awakening Wiki- Buddhist Enlightenment Dharma.org- Levels of Awakening Buddha's Art of Healing- Bodhi & The Bodhi Tree Internet Archive- Beyond Enlightenment: Buddhism, Religion, Modernity- Richard S Cohen   Socials: TAW Facebook Page TAW BlueSky TAW on YouTube TAW Insta Stacks of TAW

  4. Oct 15 ·  Bonus

    The Romance of Jack O'Lantern

    April has decided it's time to get a little spooky this season. Today's minisode is a telling of The Romance of Jack O'Lantern, a poem in The Rhyme Book, by Hercules Ellis, circa 1851. Quite fitting for the season, wouldn't you agree? Socials: TAW Facebook Page TAW BlueSky TAW on YouTube TAW Insta Stacks of TAW   Source Reference: The Romance of Jack O'Lantern

  5. Oct 12

    A Short History on Familiars

    Now that we're getting closer to Samhain, many of us are thinking of the witchy aesthetic, which includes the witch's familiar. What's the history on that? Why do witches seem to always have some kind of sidekick? Today, that's what This Average Witch, April, is looking into.   Source References: Wiki - Familiars Jennifer Lane - Why Do Witches Have Familiars? Icy Sedgwick - Witches' Familiars Medium: Familiars - What They Are & How To Get One National Liverpool Museums: Familiar Spirits & Devilish Imps   Socials: TAW Facebook Page TAW BlueSky TAW on YouTube TAW Insta Stacks of TAW

  6. Oct 5

    Weaving Magic Into The Everyday

    In a world that tries to keep us so busy that we have a habit of falling into autopilot, it can be hard to find the time to work some little bits of magic into our daily lives. Today, we talk about little ways to practice the craft in the everyday. Ramp up that whimsy, honey. We're doing magic!   Source References: Medium- Everyday Magic: Small Rituals Everyday Magic- LalyMille Mage By Midnight- Daily Witchcraft Escape The Busy- Create Everyday Magic Luna Co Soap- Floor Washes   Socials: TAW Facebook Page TAW BlueSky TAW on YouTube TAW Insta Stacks of TAW

  7. Sep 21

    Let's Talk Magical Books

    Join April in this episode as we talk about the books that we make in our magical practices. Just remember, it's your practice, which means you get to decide what goes into your books.   Socials: TAW Facebook Page TAW BlueSky TAW on YouTube TAW Insta Stacks of TAW   Source References: Reddit- Difference Between Grimoire & BOS Arcane Alchemy- BOS VA Grimoire Medium- What's The Difference? Wiki- Book Of Shadows Ancient Origins- History of Magical Grimoires Wiki- Grimoire Oxford Academic- Grimoires

  8. Sep 14

    House Spirits and Household Deities

    This week we're discussing house spirits and household deities. We tend to take our homes for granted but it may be time for more of us to begin building a relationship with our homes or inviting in a household deity to help us keep our homes safe, our food delicious, and our families healthy.   Socials: TAW Facebook Page TAW BlueSky TAW on YouTube TAW Insta Stacks of TAW   Source References: Wiki - Household Deity The Not So Innocents Abroad - Bes Kitchen Witch Snippets - House Spirits Patheos - House Gods & Fairies The Mind Journal - Signs Your House Spirit Is Thriving Soulful Living - Spirit of the Home

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Get a little wilder and a little witchier each week with April (that's me!) on This Average Witch as we explore all things witchy, supernatural, spooky, and spiritual. I share 20+ years worth of my own personal experiences and how I practice the Craft. Along the way, we'll get into the occasional spooky story or a bit of folklore or mythology; we'll discuss deities, spirits, and otherworldly beings and creatures; we'll discuss various ways of practicing the Craft; we'll discuss history, the various belief systems, societal norms, the whimsical, the dark, and SO much more!

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  • Creator
    April Barone
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026
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    This Average Witch