Beltane, Garden Updates, and a Mini-Rant re Pagans & Activism (not what you think)

Interview: Dave Gaddy and the Simple Magic of Remembering Who You Are

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2356111/fan_mail/new] “Just start it and get it done.”  Cecilia interviews Dave Gaddy, the Weathered Wiseman, a Southern Male Wytch (he explains the spelling in the episode) and author. He shares his wisdom on the freedom of the magical path, the importance of boundaries, and how to pick yourself up and deal with the current difficult times. We also talk about writing, creating spells, and magical paths. Follow Dave on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/weathered_wiseman_real]. Connect with Dave on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/theweatheredwiseman]. Read Dave's book The Simple Magick of Wild Things: The Journey of a Southern Male Wytch [https://bookshop.org/a/88643/9781608642885] Preorder link for his next book - coming soon! Dave's (auto)biography (lifted from the 'zon): "I am a southern male wytch, deep fried and dirt grown. Growing up in this unique blend of culture and magick has made me who I am today. Just as the South is known for its rich flavors and hospitality, I’ve found a deep richness in the world of wytchcraft, where intuition, nature, and spirituality intertwine. Like the secret recipe for a beloved dish, my path as a wytch is my own personal journey, filled with family traditions and the magick of the land. So, I embrace who I am, rooted in my heritage and the legacy of those before me." Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid [https://bsky.app/profile/gradhthedruid.bsky.social]. You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com [https://ceciliadominic.com] If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ [https://witchofthewords.substack.com/] And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/]   Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.    Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller   Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/]

Beltane, Garden Updates, and a Mini-Rant re Pagans & Activism (not what you think)

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2356111/fan_mail/new] Cecilia and Gradh catch up on their spring and their gardening efforts. Yes, someone has apple trees and gets philosophical about them.  We also talk about Beltane traditions and rituals (fire!), and Cecilia reveals why she left her online coven. Do you have thoughts? Please drop us a message via the link above. Explicit tag due to what apple trees transform. P.S. We have ADHD and keep forgetting to ask you to subscribe and review, but it would be awesome if you could. Thanks! Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid [https://bsky.app/profile/gradhthedruid.bsky.social]. You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com [https://ceciliadominic.com] If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ [https://witchofthewords.substack.com/] And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/]   Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.    Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller   Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/]

Lemon Balm and Land Healing: 2025 Catch-Up and 2026 Intentions

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2356111/fan_mail/new] Brew yourself a cup of lemon balm tea or take some of Cecilia's very strong tincture and settle in. We talk about the progress we made in 2025 including Cecilia growing stuff and Gradh going shopping. We also talk about the in-person gatherings we're planning to attend, Gradh gives us an earworm, and Cecilia gives everyone a challenge to get out of their comfort zone. References and Links; Strange but True: The Largest Organism on Earth Is a Fungus [https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/strange-but-true-largest-organism-is-fungus/](Scientific American) Coastal Crow and Raven Tarot [https://www.mjcullinane.com/coastalcrowtarot] by M.J. Cullinane Cecilia's deck review of the Coastal Crow and Raven Tarot on her Witch of the Words Substack [https://witchofthewords.substack.com/p/tarot-deck-review-mj-cullinanes-coastal] Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid [https://bsky.app/profile/gradhthedruid.bsky.social]. You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com [https://ceciliadominic.com] If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ [https://witchofthewords.substack.com/] And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/]   Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.    Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller   Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/]

Elemental Deep Dive: Earth

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2356111/fan_mail/new] Gradh and Cecilia talk about the element of Earth and how they each work with it... and may be addicted to aspects of it. Recommendations for resources: Earthing [https://bookshop.org/p/books/earthing-2nd-edition-the-most-important-health-discovery-ever-stephen-t-sinatra/10701770?ean=9781591203742&next=t&aid=88643&listref=books-mentioned-on-the-new-moon-collective-podcast-starting-with-season-two&next=t]: book on getting grounded  The Parks Project – National Parks Apparel & Gear Made with Purpose – Parks Project [https://www.parksproject.us/] Healing Ritual [https://www.youtube.com/live/Ertlb66LeOw?si=zNrNAk51QChVNijz] Rock Identifier [https://rockidentifier.com/] Seek [https://www.inaturalist.org/pages/seek_app] Earth Spell for Resistance: Be outside, if possible, barefoot on the ground if that’s accessible to you during a time that’s harmonizing. Find a stone you resonate with. A regular rock from the ground is fine. Hold your stone in your dominant hand. Breathe in and out three times and send energy to whichever Earth-healing intention inspires you. Examples: earth fortification, forest regrowth, peace and cooperation between humanity and earth. Note: Alas, Mystic South has passed, but we plan to go next year. Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid [https://bsky.app/profile/gradhthedruid.bsky.social]. You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com [https://ceciliadominic.com] If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ [https://witchofthewords.substack.com/] And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/]   Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.    Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller   Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/]

Elemental Deep Dive: Air

Tap here to send Cecilia and Gradh a message! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2356111/fan_mail/new] After a long hiatus due to travel, we're back with a couple of episodes we recorded in the spring. Here's our deep dive on Air. Spell for resistance: When feeling the breeze, consider how you can uplift the voices of those who have been suppressed. Also ask the element of Air to empower the voices of those with power and privilege so they’ll speak out against injustice when they see it. Also discussed: Kale & Wild Rice Salad [https://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/kale-and-wild-rice-salad/] from Two Peas & Their Pod Rising Appalachia's song Resilient - watch video on YouTube [https://youtu.be/tx17RvPMaQ8?si=b9LpLfR94I8HEKeu] Gradh got internet in his grove and is now on Blue Sky as Gradh the Druid [https://bsky.app/profile/gradhthedruid.bsky.social]. You can find out about Cecilia and her steampunk and urban fantasy books at: https://ceciliadominic.com [https://ceciliadominic.com] If you'd like to know more about Cecilia's journey and current witchy practices, check out her Witch of the Words Substack: https://witchofthewords.substack.com/ [https://witchofthewords.substack.com/] And finally, here's the podcast Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/newmoonpodcast/]   Please follow us there to get more info about podcast episodes and tips from both of us.    Credits: Our awesome editor: Casey Miller   Intro and Outro: Now We Ride by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/]