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Magic in the United States

Magic in the United States

Join host Heather Freeman as she explores the secrets of America's rich magical tapestry. Each episode uncovers the fascinating magical practices, beliefs, and personal stories of America’s diverse cultural communities, both past and present. Discover the hidden realms of the United States, from religious remixing to enchanted beliefs and sorcerous workings. Part veiled histories and part spiritual awakening, Magic in the United States will captivate listeners every Tuesday starting October 24th. https://www.magicintheunitedstates.com/

Magic in the United States © Heather D. Freeman [2023 - 2028]

Join host Heather Freeman as she explores the secrets of America's rich magical tapestry. Each episode uncovers the fascinating magical practices, beliefs, and personal stories of America’s diverse cultural communities, both past and present. Discover the hidden realms of the United States, from religious remixing to enchanted beliefs and sorcerous workings. Part veiled histories and part spiritual awakening, Magic in the United States will captivate listeners every Tuesday starting October 24th. https://www.magicintheunitedstates.com/

Magic in the United States © Heather D. Freeman [2023 - 2028]
9hr 19min
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The Life and Influence of Eddie Buczynski
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Four black velvet paintings are hidden in the attic — paintings of uncanny ‘fairies’.
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Dance, Ceremony and Native civil liberties
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Appalachian Folk Practices and Folklore
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New Thought and the Law of Attraction
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The Church of the Lukumi Babalu Aye v. City of Hialeah
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Join host Heather Freeman for magic, religion, and spiritual remixing in Season 2 of 'Magic in the United States'.
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In this excerpt from A Little Juju, host Juju Bae -- now Osunfunmilola -- shares the amazing story of her initiation into Ifa as a priestess of Osun.
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In this excerpt from the Arnemancy podcast, host Reverend Erik talks about Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa.
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In this episode of Dine with the Divine, host Ashley interviews author David Shi about North Asian Shamanism.
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This is an episode of Seeking Witchcraft host Ashley interviews Angela Z about Aleister Crowley, Thelema, and Wicca.
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Lou Reed, musician, rock icon, poet, leader of the legendary Velvet Underground, was obsessed with tai chi — the practice, the community, the health and spiritual benefits.
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GenX and Millenial Korean Americans and the crafting of magic and shamanism.
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The uniquely American origins of Hoodoo, Rootwork, and Conjure
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Spiritualism, seances, and the backlash against mediums.
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A book of magic, a media circus, and a crisis in the Pennsylvania Dutch community.
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Magicians, Witches, and Neopagans of the Early Internet.
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The origin stories of a Rootworker and a Witch.
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Magic in the United States. Premiers October 24th on all major podcast platforms.
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Magic in the United States: Listen on October 24th!

The Starry Minos

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May 7, 202436min 18sec

It’s the 1970s and New York City’s queer scene is vibrant and organizing itself after the Stonewall Riots of 1969. Meanwhile, Wicca — a form of contemporary witchcraft — is gaining traction as the new religious movement of the hour. Edmund Buczynski is a Seeker of initiatory witchcraft but is denied time and again, often due to homophobia and heterosexism. But Eddie is charismatic and inspired by magic and mythology. He won’t be stopped – even if he has to create his own witchcraft tradition. Featuring Thumper Forge, Michael Lloyd, and Matthew Sawicki.