In today's episode we discuss Magic!  We explain how we define magic, give our opinions on the psychology of magic, give some ideas for crafting good workings.  We also explore the relationship between devotional practices and magic, and share some of our own magical practices.  
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This week’s omen comes from the Runes:

• Ehwaz – work and partnership – people working together to make something happen
• Kenaz – the torch – destruction and creation, fire that burns through the forest to make way for new growth.
• Tiwaz – Success and oaths

We hope you enjoyed this week's episode.  We look forward to seeing you again soon.
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In today's episode, we discuss scholarly education in the Pagan community. Victoria discusses her experiences with the first circle of the ADF Clergy Training Program. Drum discusses scholarship as a way to explore how different paths work and broadening his practice. Amber discusses her passion as a scholar, completing ADF study programs as a way to build her toolkit. We explore mythological comparisons, biases found in ancient texts, the bounty of the internet and modern scholars like Kristoffer Hughes. We also discuss study programs outside of ADF, practical coursework as clergy, and whether we think advanced study is an important part of someone’s practice. We discuss the availability of online courses and discernment when selecting teachers, courses, and resources, as well as how we utilize Wikipedia.

This week’s omen comes from the Magick Moon Oracle:

• The Chameleon – adapt to the situation in order to keep moving forward
• The Passionate – finding what you love in the moment and focusing on those things
• Reflect – reflect on why these things are important and why they matter

Resources we discussed today:

• Becoming Clergy in ADF: https://www.adf.org/training/becoming-clergy.html
• ADF Study Programs: https://www.adf.org/training-practice
• Academia.edu: https://www.academia.edu/
• Kristoffer Hughes: https://www.facebook.com/Kristoffer-Hughes-103074218236635
• OBOD: https://druidry.org/
• British Druid Order: https://www.druidry.co.uk/
• Hellenion: http://www.hellenion.org/
• Philip Carr-Gomm - https://www.philipcarr-gomm.com/
• Magic Moon Oracle Deck - https://www.sweetbdesign.com/shop/oracle/magick-moon

We hope you enjoyed this week's episode.  We look forward to seeing you again soon.
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