Demystify Magic | Science + Spirituality + Low Effort Witchcraft

In this new yearly tradition we’re joined by our favorite astrologer (and all-around magical human) Chelsee Joel to break down the biggest astrological themes of 2026, without the doom spiral. We talk about why summer can feel so disruptive, what it means to work with astrology like a calendar (not a prescription), and where to focus in your own chart when everything feels overwhelming (hint: start with the houses + elements).
Chelsee walks us through major 2026 transits, Neptune and Saturn moving into Aries, a rare “triangle of revolution,” and the mid-year shift that could spark massive collective momentum. We also dig into boundaries, rest in a fire + air year, and how to channel the energy into creativity, courage, and grounded hope.
You can find Chelsee here on her Website or on her Instagram 
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What does modern witchcraft actually look like when you move past aesthetics, trends, and internet rules? In this episode, we sit down with Lorraine Monteagut, PhD, queer Latin witch, astrologer, and author of Modern Witchcraft for Dummies and Brujas: The Magic and Power of Witches of Color. We talk about finding your own entry point into magic with curiosity, context, and care. We explore beginner overwhelm, ethical practice, cultural roots, syncretism, and why learning the history behind modern magical practices matters more than “doing it right.”

The conversation also moves into the real-life side of magic, from burnout, major transitions, and rebuilding community, to reconnecting with spiritual practice during seasons of change. If you’ve ever felt unsure where to start, worried about appropriation, or disconnected from your practice during a life shift, this episode offers grounding perspective and permission to meet yourself exactly where you are.

Find out more about Lorraine over on:
Instagram
Website 
And Lorraine’s books below:
Brujas: The Magic and Power of Witches of Color 
Modern Witchcraft for Dummies

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Happy New Year! To kick off the year with a bang we’re joined by Brit Koch, an Indigenous educator and creator who teaches rest, ritual, and resistance, for a grounded conversation on decolonizing self-care and spirituality.
Brit breaks down what “decolonizing self-care” actually means: moving away from the consumer-driven version of wellness (the constant “buy this to feel better” cycle) and returning to practices that are accessible, nature-rooted, and internally led. We talk about the line between appreciation vs. appropriation, including why white sage is a common example and what to do if you already own it.
We also explore the recent history many people were never taught, including how Indigenous spiritual practices were legally restricted until 1978, and why that context matters when we talk about “gatekeeping.” From there, Brit shares simple, no-cost practices you can start with today like grounding, working with the elements, and reconnecting with your ancestry and lineage in respectful ways.
Plus, we discuss how creators and teachers can engage in this work without tokenizing, and how self-care can expand into community care in a sustainable, meaningful way.
You can find links to Brit’s books and website here:
Rooted Rituals
Reclaimed & Radical
britkoch.com
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Today we’re talking about Gerald Gardner, why he’s called the father of modern Wicca, and how a prescription for nudism somehow became part of the origin story. Along the way we sort out a big misconception, why Wicca isn’t the same thing as witchcraft, and how witchcraft existed long before Wicca ever had a name.
We dig into the timeline, Gardner’s rise in the 1950s after the repeal of Britain’s Witchcraft Act, his public “yep, I’m a witch” moment, and the way figures like Doreen Valiente helped shape (and challenge) what Wicca became. Then we get into the messy bits, such as questionable credentials, borrowed material, rigid hierarchy, secrecy, gender roles, and why some of this still echoes in modern “love and light” spirituality.
Finally, we unpack the Wiccan ethics everyone argues about online, from the Wiccan Rede (“harm none”) to the Threefold Law, including why it’s often treated like karma… and why that comparison falls apart when you look at karma’s actual roots.

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Preorder Mundane Magic & Join the Virtual Book Tour⁠: Celebrate the release of Molly's new book with an exclusive online event on Feb 21, 12 PM EST. Get behind-the-scenes insights, live Q&A, and your SIGNED copy shipped on release day.

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We’re swapping traditional New Year’s resolutions for our favorite tradition: the Yearly Bingo Board. Think of it as part intention-setting ritual, part manifestation play, and part permission slip to dream bigger without turning your goals into a pressure-filled checklist.
We break down how the bingo board works, why it can feel easier (and more aligned) than a vision board, and how it helps you reflect on what mattered last year vs. what matters now. We also share some of our biggest 2025 “checks,” the squares we didn’t hit (and why that’s still a win), and the ways this practice keeps goal-setting fun, compassionate, and flexible.
Grab your markers, pull up a cozy seat, and let’s build a 2026 that feels like you.

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Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, magical downloads, and unhinged side quests: https://www.patreon.com/demystifymagic
Pre-order Molly’s book Mundane Magic A Lazy Witch's Guide to Hacking Your Brain, Building a Daily Practice, and Getting Stuff Done
Preorder Mundane Magic & Join the Virtual Book Tour⁠: Celebrate the release of Molly's new book with an exclusive online event on Feb 21, 12 PM EST. Get behind-the-scenes insights, live Q&A, and your SIGNED copy shipped on release day.

🔮 Join the waitlist for Reiki 1: The Science of Self-Healing: https://www.mollydonlan.com/reikiwait
🛍️Shop our merch here: https://demystifymagic.com/collections/merch
🔮 Download the FREE Manifest with Reiki Ritual: https://www.mollydonlan.com/manifestwithreiki
🕯Shop spell candles and oils at Spellcrafter https://shopspellcrafter.com 
🔮 Shop magical tools to enhance your practice, use code MAGIC to get 20% off your order: https://thehealinghedgewitch.com/
🎬 Molly’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m0dizzl3 

Let us know your thoughts:
✨ Demystify Magic Instagram: @demystifymagic
✨ Molly’s instagram: @m0dizzl3
✨ Madison’s instagrams: @madisonlillian.jpeg and @healinghedgewitch  and @shopspellcrafter