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If you listen to the podcast Down at the Crossroads, - [DatC #107 - The Horned God of the Witches with Jason Mankey](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-107-the-horned-god-of-the-witches-with-jason-mankey/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Spotify • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and - [DatC #108 - The Weird Wide World of Lonnie Scott](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-108-the-weird-wide-world-of-lonnie-scott/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Spotify • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and - [DatC Film Club 7 – The Devil Rides Out (1968)](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-film-club-7-the-devil-rides-out-1968/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Spotify • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we usually cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, - [About "The Witch Lord" - A Sculpture by C. Orapello](http://infinite-beyond.com/about-the-witch-lord-a-sculpture-by-c-orapello/) - The Witch Lord is a one-of-kind sculpture that is sure to bring power and presence to anyone's altar. Shown here in clay (on right) and soon to be available in hot poured bronze. My rendition of The Witch Lord integrates elements from some of my favorite horned god images into one unique work of modern - ["The Witch Lord" by Chris Orapello](http://infinite-beyond.com/the-witch-lord-by-chris-orapello/) - The Witch Lord, a new limited edition, fine art, hand finished bronze sculpture by artist Christopher Orapello. (The resin version is available through Sacred Source.) With the skull of a stag, the figure is seated cross-legged, atop a platform, and bears a spear as a serpent climbs up from the earth and winds its way - [DatC Film Club 10 - Coven of Sisters (2020)](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-film-club-10-coven-of-sisters-2020/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Spotify • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we usually cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, - [DatC Film Club 9 – Hereditary (2018)](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-film-club-9-hereditary-2018/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Spotify • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we usually cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, - [DatC Minisode #007 - Starting & Running Covens](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-minisode-007-starting-running-covens/) - iTunes • iHeartRadio • Spotify • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame, and we usually cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, - [DatC #110 - The Sorcery of Solomon with Sara Mastros](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-110-the-sorcery-of-solomon-with-sara-mastros/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Spotify • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and - [DatC #109 - Consorting with Jason Miller](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-109-consorting-with-jason-miller/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Spotify • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame, and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and - [DatC Film Club 8 – A Dark Song (2016)](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-film-club-8-a-dark-song-2016/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Spotify • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we usually cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, - [DatC Minisode 006 - Beginners & Books](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-minisode-006-beginners-books/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Spotify • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame, and we usually cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, - [T4T - A Practical Alliance](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-a-practical-alliance/) - This week in the ongoing saga of Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - The Hierophant The Present - Queen of Swords The Future - King of Pentacles (reversed) The Outcome- Knight of Wands (reversed) This spread seems to be one of transition and change, but at least things don't seem as dire as they did - [DatC Minisode #005 - Now & Before](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-minisode-005-now-before/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Spotify • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame, and we usually cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, - [DatC #106 - The Four Elements of the Wise with Ivo Dominguez Jr.](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-106-the-four-elements-of-the-wise-with-ivo-dominguez-jr/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame, and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #105 - New World Witchery with Cory Thomas Hutcheson](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-105-new-world-witchery-with-cory-thomas-hutcheson/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Spotify • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and - [DatC #104 - The Cult of Water with David Bramwell](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-104-the-cult-of-water-with-david-bramwell/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Spotify • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and - [DatC #103 - With Via Hedera](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-103-with-via-hedera/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS “Melusina" by Sharon Knight“Citrus Mitress" by POM“Show Me Your Teeth, Fucker!” by Hey Satan“Place For The Sun” by Witchwood“A Lyke Wake Dirge” by The Owl Service“Fox Confessor” by Långfinger“Remember me” by Eivør"On The Shoulders of Giants" by Damh the Bard Links: ViaHedera.com"Folkloric American Witchcraft and the Multicultural - [DatC Film Club 6 - Outcast (2010)](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-film-club-6-outcast-2010/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS "Ring Around the Moon" by Elephant Revival"Lady Lucifer" by Green Lung"The Devil's Hole" by Swallows Links: IMDB - Outcast (2010)Bloodydisgusting.comThree Hands Press Call and leave us a message at (856) 481-2984 Check out the Down at the Crossroads Playlist on Spotify! Find the show on: iTunes . Stitcher . - [DatC #102 - Mooney Mankey Pandemonium](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-102-mooney-mankey-pandemonium/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Spotify • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and - [DatC Film Club 5 - The Ninth Gate (1999)](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-film-club-5-the-ninth-gate-1999/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Featured Music: "The Devil Again" by Church of the Cosmic Skull"Broken" by Eivør"Wolf" by Three Leg Dog Links: The Ninth Gate (IMDB)Roger Ebert's ReviewRottenTomatoes.com - [Black Lives Matter at DatC](http://infinite-beyond.com/black-lives-matter-at-datc/) - Down at the Crossroads supports Black Lives Matter. It’s a very simple statement and one that is not up for debate. And just so we are abundantly clear- by making this statement, we are saying in no uncertain terms that we absolutely support the ongoing protests against racial injustice that are currently occurring (now worldwide!) - [DatC Film Club 4 - The Lords of Salem (2012)](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-film-club-4-the-lords-of-salem-2012/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS - [DatC #101 - Psychic Witch with Mat Auryn](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-101-psychic-witch-with-mat-auryn/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC Film Club 3 - Suspiria (2018)](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-film-club-3-suspiria-2018/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Featured Music: "Revolution" by Three Leg Dog"Sabbat" by Damh the Bard "In The Name Of The Dance" by S.J. Tucker Related Links: "Penis Trees, Penis Pets, And Other Myths About Witches And Dicks" (article)A Guide to the Films of Luca Gaudagnino (IMDB) - [Red Wheel / Weiser Book Sale!](http://infinite-beyond.com/red-wheel-weiser-book-sale/) - 30% OFF Red Wheel / Weiser Books! In these trying times the folks over at Red Wheel / Weiser Books are offering: 30% off their entire websiteFree shipping for U.S. Postal Addresses! Visithttps://redwheelweiser.com/ Browse their wonderful selection of books… Find the titles you want. Place them in your cart… Use the code: INFF or FBFF during check out… - [Voicemail Working Again](http://infinite-beyond.com/voicemail-working-again/) - We have a new voicemail for you to reach us and the podcast at. It is (856) 244-8488‬ and it should go directly to voicemail. It seems to be working fine at the moment. *judging glare at Google* We were apparently not receiving any notifications for it by Google who had also updated their service - [DatC #100 - Hanging Out with Matthew Venus](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-100-hanging-out-with-matthew-venus/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Spotify • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and - [DatC #099 -Witchbody with Sabrina Scott](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-099-witchbody-with-sabrina-scott/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #098 - Traditional Witchcraft with Shani Oates](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-098-traditional-witchcraft-with-shani-oates/) - Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. I am your bewitching, bald headed, host Chris - [DatC #097 - Getting Witchy with Elizabeth Graham](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-097-getting-witchy-with-elizabeth-graham/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #096 - Transformative Witchcraft with Jason Mankey](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-096-transformative-witchcraft-with-jason-mankey/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS "The rites and rituals of Witchcraft are life-changing experiences, but they are also steeped in mystery. Transformative Witchcraft delves into some of the most persistent mysteries of the Craft and provides insightful guidance for raising and directing magickal energy in accordance with your desires. Jason Mankey distills - [DatC #095 - Southern Cunning with Aaron Oberon](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-095-southern-cunning-with-aaron-oberon/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [Yoga and Health](http://infinite-beyond.com/yoga-and-health/) - Introduction Readymade godard brooklyn, kogi shoreditch hashtag hella shaman kitsch man bun pinterest flexitarian. Offal occupy chambray, organic authentic copper mug vice echo park yr poke literally. Ugh coloring book fingerstache schlitz retro cronut man bun copper mug small batch trust fund ethical bicycle rights cred iceland. Celiac schlitz la croix 3 wolf moon butcher. - [New Classes](http://infinite-beyond.com/new-classes/) - Introduction Readymade godard brooklyn, kogi shoreditch hashtag hella shaman kitsch man bun pinterest flexitarian. Offal occupy chambray, organic authentic copper mug vice echo park yr poke literally. Ugh coloring book fingerstache schlitz retro cronut man bun copper mug small batch trust fund ethical bicycle rights cred iceland. Celiac schlitz la croix 3 wolf moon butcher. - [Yoga Benefits](http://infinite-beyond.com/hello-world/) - Introduction Readymade godard brooklyn, kogi shoreditch hashtag hella shaman kitsch man bun pinterest flexitarian. Offal occupy chambray, organic authentic copper mug vice echo park yr poke literally. Ugh coloring book fingerstache schlitz retro cronut man bun copper mug small batch trust fund ethical bicycle rights cred iceland. Celiac schlitz la croix 3 wolf moon butcher. - [DatC #094 - Y Mabinogi (Second Branch) with Damh the Bard](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-094-y-mabinogi-second-branch-with-damh-the-bard/) - Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. I am your bewitching, bald headed, host Chris - [DatC #093 – Talking Persephone with Wendy Rule](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-093-talking-persephone-with-wendy-rule/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC Film Club 2 - The VVitch (2015)](http://infinite-beyond.com/film-club-2-the-vvitch-2015/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we usually cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep - [DatC #092 - Folk Catholicism with Mallorie Vaudoise](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-092-folk-catholicism-with-mallorie-vaudoise/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #091 - Botanical Magic with Amy Blackthorn](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-091-botanical-magic-with-amy-blackthorn/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [Besom, Stang & Sword, Finally Released!](http://infinite-beyond.com/besom-stang-sword-finally-released/) - (Copied from a personal Facebook post, but placed here to aid in sharing on various platforms.) As I sit and drink my morning coffee from a mug that was previously gifted to and then inherited from Sarah Lyter, I can’t help, but reflect on the ups and downs of the last two years. So much - [A little over a week to go!](http://infinite-beyond.com/a-little-over-a-week-to-go/) - It's currently a little over a week until Besom, Stang & Sword is officially released and we're very excited. The pre-order prices are amazingly low at the moment, be sure to take advantage of them. Some retail sites will even provide you with an opportunity to look inside, so check that out! Shop/order locally when and - [DatC #090 - Traditional Wicca with Thorn Mooney](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-090-traditional-wicca-with-thorn-mooney/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [Trad-craft, Recommended Reading](http://infinite-beyond.com/traditional-witchcraft-suggested-reading-list/) - During our recent appearance at FaerieCon, there were numerous requests about recommended reading in regards to Traditional Witchcraft. So, we took the opportunity to compile the following list. Some of these books might be hard to find and some them can be very expensive to acquire. And this list is by no means definitive nor - [FaerieCon 2018 (Nov. 9-11)](http://infinite-beyond.com/faeriecon-2018-nov-9-11/) - If you live in the Baltimore, MD area, next weekend is FaerieCon and Tara and I will be there presenting. Plus, if all goes well, we'll have two dozen copies of our book for sale too. Yay! And for those of you who preordered a copy (thank you!), we'll be signing bookplates! Here is our - [Besom, Stang, and Sword Is Drawing Near!](http://infinite-beyond.com/besom-stang-and-sword-is-drawing-near/) - OMG! Yes. We're at the less than two month mark from the release of our book Besom, Stang, and Sword from Red Wheel / Weiser Books and we couldn't be more excited! There's even the possibility that it will become available a little before the scheduled date of December 1st -because that happens on occasion- - [DatC #089 - Textile Artist, Polly Lind](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-089-textile-artist-polly-lind/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #088 - Six Ways with Aidan Wachter](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-088-six-ways-with-aidan-wachter/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [The Devil Will Set Me Free](http://infinite-beyond.com/the-devil-will-set-me-free/) - Today I had my first interview since being laid off in July (some of you were made aware of this unexpected turn of events). So, like any good cartomancer I pulled a card about the interview prior to leaving for it. What was the card I pulled? The Devil. In reverse. The Devil will set - [That Time I Pulled The Magician Card](http://infinite-beyond.com/that-time-i-pulled-the-magician-card/) - There was a time in the not so distant past that I did a single card pull from my tarot deck and the result really bothered me. It was during the night of the 2016 election, when Donald Trump gained a surprising lead and it wasn't looking good for Hillary Clinton. In a moment of - [DatC Film Club 1 - Suspiria (1977)](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-film-club-1-suspiria-1977/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we usually cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep - [Riding the Smith-Waite Tarot Train...](http://infinite-beyond.com/riding-the-smith-waite-tarot-train/) - As many tarot lovers have come to realize (or ignore, as the case may be), the notion that there is no perfect tarot deck is a tough reality to accept. It's true and if you haven't realized that yet, then I am truly sorry to be the bearer of bad news. The more time one - [DatC #087 - The Elements of Spellcrafting with Jason Miller](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-087-the-elements-of-spellcrafting-with-jason-miller/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC Minisode 4 - Catbutts & Checklists](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-minisode-4-catbutts-checklists/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame, and we usually cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep - [Now Available for Pre-Order!](http://infinite-beyond.com/now-available-for-pre-order/) - Our book - Besom, Stang, & Sword: A Guide to Traditional Witchcraft, the Six-fold path, and the Hidden Landscape will be coming out from Red Wheel / Weiser Books in December, 2018 and is now available for pre-order from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indie Bound, and your favorite local retailer! Pre-order through local stores when - [DatC #086 - Sigil Witchery with Laura Tempest Zakroff](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-086-sigil-witchery-with-laura-tempest-zakroff/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #085 - Magical Destinations with Natalie Zaman](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-085-magical-destinations-with-natalie-zaman/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #084 - Y Mabinogi with Damh the Bard](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-084-y-mabinogi-with-damh-the-bard/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [Everything is Very Serious](http://infinite-beyond.com/everything-is-very-serious/) - A few weeks ago, a new book called Basic Witches: How to Summon Success, Banish Drama, and Raise Hell with Your Coven hit the shelves and all hell broke loose in the social media witch-o-sphere. Written by Jaya Saxena and Jess Zimmerman, published by Quirk Books, and seemingly available in trendy clothing shops everywhere on the - [DatC Minisode 3 - Goblins & Faeries](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-minisode-3-goblins-faeries/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame, and we usually cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep - [DatC #083 - Glamour Magic with Deborah Castellano](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-083-glamour-magic-with-deborah-castellano/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [FaerieCon 2017](http://infinite-beyond.com/faeriecon-2017/) - It's that time of the year again and here is our schedule at FaerieCon. FAERIECON MYTHIC TRACK MYTHIC FORUM: SALON C-D Friday, November 3rd 3:45-4:45 Tara Maguire: Crossing the Hedge Saturday, November 4th 2:15-3:15 Tara Maguire: Baneful Plants and the Poison Path 3:30-4:30 Christopher Orapello: Resurrecting Necromancy Sunday, November 5th 12:30-1:30 Tara Maguire: Introduction to - [DatC #082 - For Puck's Sake, Mat Auryn!](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-082-for-pucks-sake-mat-auryn/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC Minisode 2 - Memory & Dream](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-minisode-2-memory-dream/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame, and we usually cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep - [The Lesson of the Yew](http://infinite-beyond.com/the-lesson-of-the-yew/) - As many of you may remember, Chris and I signed a contract earlier this year with Weiser/Red Wheel Books to write a book about our style of traditional witchcraft. We had been working on it for quite some time before the contract was even solidified, as we are both very pragmatic creatures with contingency plan - [DatC #081 - The Path of Paganism with John Beckett](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-081-the-path-of-paganism-with-john-beckett/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC Minisode 1 - Bedknobs & Broomsticks](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-minisode-1-bedknobs-broomsticks/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame, and we usually cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep - [DatC #080 - The Witch's Cauldron with Laura Tempest Zakroff](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-080-the-witchs-cauldron-with-laura-tempest-zakroff/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #079 - Under The Witching Tree with Corinne Boyer](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-079-under-the-witching-tree-with-corinne-boyer/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [Behold- A Long Awaited Announcement!](http://infinite-beyond.com/behold-a-long-awaited-announcement/) - OMG! OMG! *muppetflail* *breathe* *pant* *compose* For the past six months or so- in the shadows of the Orapello & Maguire household, a beast stirs that has snoozed and slumbered quietly, but was fed regularly and now- the day has come for it rise! We've alluded to this via the very occasional vague Facebook post, - [Dreamtime and Journeywork](http://infinite-beyond.com/dreamtime-and-journeywork/) - There is a place in my dreams where the sharks swim close to shore. I've been traveling to that spot for years, ever since I was a child. At first, I didn't know that sharks patrolled those waters- I could see other beach-goers in the water, no one was screaming or being bitten. No blood. - [Support DatC on Patreon!](http://infinite-beyond.com/support-datc-on-patreon/) - Patreon is a support platform for content creators such as artists, musicians, podcasters, and more! Patrons choose the level of support that they prefer in exchange for rewards set by the site owner. There is no commitment or required length of time to invest. We offer instant and long term rewards to help show that - [DatC #078 - The Witching Herbs with Harold Roth](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-078-the-witching-herbs-with-harold-roth/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #077 - Love Magic with Lilith Dorsey](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-077-love-magic-with-lilith-dorsey/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #076 - Tarot For One with Courtney Weber](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-076-tarot-for-one-with-courtney-weber/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #075 - Tales of the Fantastic Judika Illes](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-075-tales-of-the-fantastic-judika-illes/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [The Witch Queen statue is heading to resin production!](http://infinite-beyond.com/the-witch-queen-statue-is-heading-for-resin-production/) - After much time, the Witch Queen prototype has finally been shipped off to Sacred Source for resin production and we could not be happier! (limited edition bronze edition shown here) Here are some images from along the way... Prior to making the mold that would be used to cast her resin prototype, she was produced - [DatC #074 - The Charming Deborah Castellano](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-074-the-charming-deborah-castellano/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #073 - Getting Shady with Shadowbwoy](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-073-getting-shady-with-shadowbwoy/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining us down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [Price Adjustment Announcement On Limited Editions](http://infinite-beyond.com/price-adjustment-annoucement-on-limited-editions/) - Recently I was forced to make a price adjustment to the limited edition bronze statues that I produce. Believe it or not, since their availability, these items have been severally under priced in comparison to other limited edition bronze statues. I've come to realize after many hours of dedication that it is time that I - [As of late...](http://infinite-beyond.com/as-of-late/) - I haven't written one of these in a long time. It's cool. There's a lot of things going on with Tara and I, which includes the podcast, the coven, other ventures, and life in general. The podcast. Will be coming back on track. Due to life, family, and the oppressive heat of the summer, there - [DatC #072 - CUUPS and The Glowing Green Bird with John Beckett](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-072-cuups-and-the-glowing-green-bird-with-john-beckett/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [So You Want To Start Podcasting?](http://infinite-beyond.com/so-you-want-to-start-podcasting/) - As many of you are already aware, I am a veteran podcaster. I have been recording and producing a podcast consistently since January of 2009. Though that length of time does not compare to how long others have been podcasting, it has awarded me with some knowledge, experience, and opinions on the matters of podcasting. - [DatC - #071 - Modern Fortune Teller, Fiona Benjamin](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-071-modern-fortune-teller-fiona-benjamin/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #070 - Asfidity and Mad-Stones with Byron Ballard](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-070-asfidity-and-mad-stones-with-byron-ballard/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #069 - Hedge Witchery with Juniper Jeni](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-069-hedge-witchery-with-juniper-jeni/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #068 - Opening Portals with Sharon Knight](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-068-opening-portals-with-sharon-knight/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #067 - The Devil's Dozen with Gemma Gary](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-067-the-devils-dozen-with-gemma-gary/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #066 - Communing with the Ancestors with Raven Grimassi](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-066-communing-with-the-ancestors-with-raven-grimassi/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #065 - Star.Ships with Gordon White](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-065-star-ships-with-gordon-white/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #064 - Practical Astrology for Witches and Pagans with Ivo Dominguez Jr.](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-064-practical-astrology-for-witches-and-pagans-with-ivo-dominguez-jr/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today’s most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [A Happy Announcement - My YouTube Channel](http://infinite-beyond.com/a-happy-announcement-my-youtube-channel/) - A short audio announcement about my YouTube channel A Witch in Southern New Jersey. Music "Hallowed Ground" by Rest You Sleeping Giant Direct Download - [What is Paganism? An Experiment In Certainty.](http://infinite-beyond.com/what-is-paganism-an-experiment-in-certainty/) - Because there is no central text or authority on the matter, defining Paganism for the understanding of outsiders and insiders of the Pagan community can be tricky, but not impossible as long as some things are kept in mind. First off, Paganism is a term of self-identification. Period. No one person or path has a - [DatC #063 - Witchcraft and Krampus with Cory Hutcheson](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-063-witchcraft-and-krampus-with-cory-hutcheson/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #062 - Reaching the Next Generation at FaerieCon 2015](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-062-reaching-the-next-generation-panel-at-faeriecon-2015/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [FaerieCon 2015](http://infinite-beyond.com/faeriecon-2015/) - If you have not heard, this year I will be attending and participating at FaerieCon down in Baltimore, Maryland, (November 6th-8th) and I will be involved with moderating, presenting, interviewing, and paneling during the event which I am very excited about. The picture on the right is from last year's event and features Ivo Dominguez - [DatC #61 - Counting Witches on Pinheads with Gordon White](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-61-counting-witches-on-pinheads-with-gordon-white/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #060 - Sabbat Box with Hugh Carey](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-060-sabbat-box-with-hugh-carey/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [Witch Lord Resin, Pre-Order For October!](http://infinite-beyond.com/witch-lord-resin-pre-order-for-october/) - My sculpture of the Witch Lord is finally available in resin for pre-order from the lovely people at Sacred Source because the item itself won't be fully available until October. Take advantage, 20% off if you pre-order! This iconic figure impressively combines aspects of the witchcraft, Pagan and occult tradition into one startling and - [What is Witchcraft?](http://infinite-beyond.com/what-is-witchcraft/) - The title of this piece presents an interesting question, though it may not seem to be at first. Defining witchcraft is just one of those debated and endless tasks that is usually best served on a plate of experience and opinion with a little history on the side. So, every witch and non-witch has a - [Some Thoughts On Initiation](http://infinite-beyond.com/some-thoughts-on-initiation/) - With the going public of BlackTree Coven we felt that voicing some thoughts about the practice and utilization of initiation in a group environment would be appreciated as it has a tendency to be over dramatized and misrepresented by many practitioners and systems within modern witchcraft. We feel that offering our thoughts on the matter - [As of late...busy, busy, busy as usual.](http://infinite-beyond.com/as-of-late-busy-busy-busy-as-usual/) - I realize that I don't often post much about what's been going on in my life anymore. Not that anyone has to care, but I thought I would share anyway for good measure. Summer time always knocks me down. I don't do well with the heat and humidity of NJ and honestly it may just - [DatC #059 - Flying with Sarah Anne Lawless](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-059-flying-with-sarah-anne-lawless/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #058 - Stolen Season with S.J. Tucker](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-058-stolen-season-with-s-j-tucker/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #057 - Getting Down with Damh the Bard](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-057-getting-down-with-damh-the-bard/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #056 - Activism with Shauna Aura Knight](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-056-activism-with-shauna-aura-knight/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #055 - Magical Beginnings at FaerieCon East 2014](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-055-magical-beginnings-at-faeriecon-east-2014/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #054 - Portals and Sharon Knight](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-054-portals-and-sharon-knight/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #053 - Willful Bane: The Joy of Hex with Byron Ballard](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-053-willful-bane-the-joy-of-hex-with-byron-ballard/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #052 - Career Crafting with Christopher Penczak](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-052-career-crafting-with-christopher-penczak/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #051 - Sex, Sorcery, and Spirit with Jason Miller](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-051-sex-sorcery-and-spirit-with-jason-miller/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #050 - Hillfolk's Hoodoo with Byron Ballard at FaerieCon East 2014](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-050-hillfolks-hoodoo-with-byron-ballard-at-faeriecon-east-2014/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [Witch Lord Copied!](http://infinite-beyond.com/witch-lord-copied/) - It has come to my attention that a very poor facsimile of my sculpture The Witch Lord has been produced by someone or some company in Indonesia and has made an appearance (and SOLD!) on Ebay. There is little I can do about this other than reporting it to Ebay -which I have already done- - [Blessed Full Moon!](http://infinite-beyond.com/blessed-full-moon/) - [Witchcraft, Initiation, and Sovereignty](http://infinite-beyond.com/witchcraft-initiation-and-sovereignty/) - Metaphorically speaking, what could you do if you had your hands tied? Probably not a whole lot. So, at least consider the following... One of the often overlooked aspects found in modern witchcraft is the idea of personal sovereignty, being the realization and rite of self-governance. The overlooking of this basic right is actually quite - [DatC #049 - House of Grimassi at FaerieCon East 2014](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-049-house-of-grimassi-at-faeriecon-east-2014/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #048 - The Cunning Peter Paddon](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-048-the-cunning-peter-paddon/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [South Jersey Pagan Pride Day](http://infinite-beyond.com/south-jersey-pagan-pride-day-2/) - This year I will be presenting a very important subject at South Jersey Pagan Pride Day. Well, important to me that is. My workshop "Paganism Online: Culture & Community" has been accepted and will be happening this Saturday, October 4, 2014 at 12:00PM in Cooper River Park, Pennsauken, NJ! Here is the synopsis: Paganism Online: Culture - [DatC #047 - The Witch's Eight Paths of Power with Lady Sable Aradia](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-047-the-witchs-eight-paths-of-power-with-lady-sable-aradia/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism. Where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. - [DatC #046 - The Always Relevant Jason Pitzl-Waters](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-046-the-always-relevant-jason-pitzl-waters/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you for joining me down at the crossroads for some music, magick, and Paganism where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. Tonight, we - [Philadelphia Pagan Pride Day 2014](http://infinite-beyond.com/philadelphia-pagan-pride-day-2014/) - This year I will be presenting a very important subject at Philadelphia Pagan Pride Day. Well, important to me that is. My workshop "Paganism Online: Culture & Community" has been accepted and will be happening at 11:00 AM at this year's event! Here is the synopsis: Paganism Online: Culture & Community Are you aware of - [DatC #045 - Of Goddess with Erick DuPree](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-045-of-goddess-with-erick-dupree/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you for joining me Down at the Crossroads for some Music, Magick, and Paganism where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, Occultists, and deep thinkers. Tonight, we - [Modern Paganism and the Benefits of Freemasonry](http://infinite-beyond.com/modern-paganism-and-the-benefits-of-freemasonry/) - This blog entry stems from a Facebook Post I made on June 25, 2014 which started some debate. Interestingly, none of the Freemasons who commented in that conversation disagreed with me. Also this entry is not an attempt at recruiting people to become Freemasons, it's just an expressed opinion based upon observation and experience in - [DatC #044 - Why You Can't Worship Jesus Christ and Be Pagan with Sam Webster](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-044-why-you-cant-worship-jesus-christ-and-be-pagan-with-sam-webster/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Tonight we meet with former Patheos.com Columnist Sam Webster (now at The Wild Hunt) to talk about his controversial Patheos article "Why You Can't Worship Jesus Christ and Be Pagan," and other issues such as the superiority of Pagan theology, his concerns regarding the popular notion of - [Loved Ones...](http://infinite-beyond.com/loved-ones/) - *** - [DatC #043 - Modern Witch, Devin Hunter](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-043-modern-witch-devin-hunter/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Tonight, we have a great candid and honest discussion with Modern Witch Podcast host Devin Hunter. I spoke with Devin back in March about the state of the community. This is one conversation that may turn some heads and incite some feedback. We discuss current issues such - [DatC #042 - Living A Life Of Magic](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-042-living-a-life-of-magic/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you once again for joining me Down at the Crossroads where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, Occultists, and deep thinkers. I am your lovable, hug-able host - [The Witch Lord - Eclectic Artisans $50 Giveway](http://infinite-beyond.com/the-witch-lord-eclectic-artisans-50-giveway/) - WOULD YOU LIKE TO WIN A $50 Gift Card to Eclectic Artisans of Florida Pagan Marketplace? ITS SUPER EASY TO BE ADDED TO OUR GIVEAWAY, Simply click the link below and answer a few questions about "The Witch Lord" Statuary, and that's it! Winners will be chosen March 20th (Ostara). CLICK HERE TO ENTER NOW...BE - [DatC #041 - Pagan Leadership with Shauna Aura Knight](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-041-pagan-leadership-with-shauna-aura-knight/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you for joining me Down at the Crossroads where witches gather for the sabbath, offerings are made, pacts are signed for musical fame and we cross paths with today's most influential Pagans, occultists, and deep thinkers. I am your host with the most Chris - [A Witch's Journey - 2014](http://infinite-beyond.com/a-witchs-journey-2014/) - Get your copy here! - [Facebook update](http://infinite-beyond.com/facebook-update/) - [A Simple Way To Make Your Own Ritual Scourge](http://infinite-beyond.com/a-simple-way-to-make-your-own-ritual-scourge/) - What is a scourge? A scourge is a small whip that is used for torture or in some mystical traditions scourges are used to incite an ecstatic experience, bring about purification, or to have a visionary experience. I'm no expert in making scourges, but I wanted a scourge for my personal home altar for - [DatC #040 - Green Wizardry with John Michael Greer](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-040-green-wizardry-with-john-michael-greer/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Hello and thank you for joining me Down at the Crossroads where we turn the pagan community on its head to watch it flail about like a beetle on its back. Tonight, we are joined once again by author and Grand Archdruid of the Ancient Order of - [Yoda Crowley](http://infinite-beyond.com/yoda-crowley/) - Happy New Year! - [The Charge of the Goddess](http://infinite-beyond.com/the-charge-of-the-goddess/) - Scripture Meditation. A reading of The Charge of the Goddess written by Doreen Valiente. Performed by Nemetona and Herne from Wyldwood Radio. Featuring "Nessus" by The Ambient Visitor. Followed by "Blessings" by The Lovely Moon. Credits: BFW Recordings, MusicAlley.com, Alexandre Falcao, Ghostfriend. Hosted by Christopher Orapello from Down at the Crossroads. Vist us online - [DatC #039 - Sarah Anne Lawless](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-039-sarah-anne-lawless/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Thank you for joining me Down at the Crossroads where we have the conversations that the pagan community needs to have. Because as you know, we are, "Pagan culture for the Seasoned Pagan." Tonight, we meet with beloved occult artist, author, blogger, and witch Sarah Anne Lawless - [DatC #038 - Sharon Knight Neofolk Romantique](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-038-sharon-knight-neofolk-romantique/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS Tonight, we meet with Celtic Folk Rocker Sharon Knight Down at the Crossroads to discuss her new album Neofolk Romantique of which we hear some songs from. Sharon and I even had a great discussion about some Pagan community issues and the development of modern Pagan culture. - [Battling Mercury Retrograde - Witchcraft Wednesday](http://infinite-beyond.com/battling-mercury-retro/) - Join Christopher Orapello for Witchcraft Wednesday on October 30th 2013 from 7:30pm – 9:30pm at Good Vibrations New Age & Metaphysical, located in Blackwood, NJ for an exclusive look into the theory, & practice of battling the cosmic influences of Mercury Retrograde! We will... Receive several handouts pertaining to the subject matter! Go over and - [DatC #037 - Black Snake Rules](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-037-black-snake-rules/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS In this episode, we meet with passionate and empowering, Australian Visionary Songstress Wendy Rule and discuss her upcoming album titled Black Snake as well as exclusively hear several new tracks from it. We also discuss her making of the album and get to hear about her future - [DatC #036 - Traditions with Kellianna](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-036-traditions-with-kellianna/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS We mix tradition and eclecticism with well known and beloved singer, songwriter, and chantress Kellianna and we get to hear some great musical renditions from her recent album titled Traditions which is a collection of Traditional songs featuring duets with Wendy Rule, Jenna Greene, and Kenny Klein. - [DatC #035 - The Geek Creation Show with Jeff Mach](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-035-the-geek-creation-show-with-jeff-mach/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS In this episode, we get a little nerd-core as we cross paths with the eventful geek, Druid, and Pagan Jeff Mach who is behind such successful east coast gatherings as The Steampunk World's Fair, The Wicked Renaissance Fair, and his latest cultural homage to geekdom with the - [Divination - Witchcraft Wednesday](http://infinite-beyond.com/divination/) - Join Christopher Orapello for Witchcraft Wednesday on September 25th 2013 from 7:30pm – 9:30pm at Good Vibrations New Age & Metaphysical, located in Blackwood, NJ for an exclusive look into the history, theory, & practice associated with the varied arts of divination! We will... Receive several handouts pertaining to the subject matter! Explore and discuss - [DatC #034 - The Wonders of S.J. Tucker](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-034-the-wonders-of-s-j-tucker/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS In this episode of Down At The Crossroads, we cross paths with beloved Pixie Pirate Mythpunk Folk Rocker S.J. Tucker to talk about the recent soundtrack she did for the independent film Ember Days as well as discuss her upcoming new album Wonders of which we will - [DatC #033 - Apocalypse Not, with John Michael Greer](http://infinite-beyond.com/datc-033-apocalypse-not-with-john-michael-greer/) - iTunes • Stitcher • Direct Download • RSS In this episode of Down At The Crossroads, we cross paths with John Michael Greer who is the Grand Archdruid of the Ancient Order of Druids in America and the author of more than twenty books on a wide range of subjects, including The Long Descent: A - [TI&TB Podcasting Announcement](http://infinite-beyond.com/titb-podcasting-announcement/) - As of Late... Summer Oranges and Sour Lemons First off, I'm still podcasting, don't worry, but please read on. If some people get the Winter Blues (which I am not disputing) then I am one of those people who experience what I am calling the Summer Oranges because every Summer my productivity takes a real - [T4T - Um... Hmm... Yeah.](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-um-hmm-yeah/) - This week in the ongoing saga of Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - Death The Present - Three of Pentacles (reversed) The Future - Two of Cups (reversed) The Outcome- The Devil (reversed) I think you'll be alright.... *THE FOLLOWING DAY* Ok, fine. I was trying to be optimistic. This week's spread is actually - [Neil deGrasse Tyson VS Aleister Crowley #4](http://infinite-beyond.com/neil-degrasse-tyson-vs-aleister-crowley-4/) - [T4T - An Occupied Queen](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-an-occupied-queen/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - Queen of Wands The Present - Knight of Cups (reversed) The Future - Three of Cups The Outcome- Five of Cups (reversed) While reading "A Grimoire for Modern Cunningfolk" by Peter Paddon, I decided that I had better get to reading your cards for the - [Scrying](http://infinite-beyond.com/scrying/) - Join Christopher Orapello for Witchcraft Wednesday on July 31st 2013 from 7:30pm – 9:30pm at Good Vibrations New Age & Metaphysical, located in Blackwood, NJ for an exclusive look into the history, theory, & practice associated with the art of scrying! We will be peering beyond the veil of reality and exploring several forms of - [T4T - Yikes!](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-yikes/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - Death (reversed) The Present - The Hierophant The Future - The High Priestess (reversed) The Outcome- The Tower Yikes is the only word to describe this spread upon first looking at it. I even felt the need to grab my favorite skull off my altar - [An Additional Thought On 'Harm None'](http://infinite-beyond.com/an-additional-thought-on-harm-none/) - Back on November 3, 2012 I did a post titled Wiccans Who Advocate Harm? and lately an additional aspect of the Wiccan Rede has made itself known to me. Many people think of the Law of Harm None found in Traditional Wicca, as constraining the witch and making them seem too much like a Little - [T4T - Things Are Afoot!](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-things-are-afoot/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - Ten of Swords The Present - Nine of Wands (reversed) The Future - Seven of Swords The Outcome- Knight of Pentacles Well it would seem, judging from this layout, that your life has been quite interesting Dr. Tyson. What I find interesting here is all the - [TI&TB - #032 - A Deed Without A Name](http://infinite-beyond.com/titb-032-a-deed-without-a-name/) - Stitcher • iTunes • Direct Download • RSS In the latest episode of The Infinite and the Beyond, we speak with Australian author and teacher, Lee Morgan about her new book A Deed Without A Name: Unearthing the Legacy of Traditional Witchcraft. Lee identifies as a pagan animist – witch and runs a blog titled - [Witch Bottles](http://infinite-beyond.com/witch-bottles-witchcraft-wednesday/) - Join Christopher Orapello for Witchcraft Wednesday on June 26th 2013 from 7:30pm – 9:30pm at Good Vibrations New Age & Metaphysical, located in Blackwood, NJ for an exclusive look into the history, theory, & practice associated with witch bottles as you make your very own! Witch bottles are intended to protect against evil spirits, magickal - [T4T - The Hierophant Decides](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-the-hierophant-decides/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - The Hierophant The Present - Nine of Pentacles The Future - Six of Swords (reversed) The Outcome- Ace of Pentacles (reversed) Hmm... Dr. Tyson. That's all I can say. It would seem that this is yet another week of changes and possibly one that is not - [Neil Degrasse Tyson VS Aleister Crowley #2](http://infinite-beyond.com/neil-degrasse-tyson-vs-aleister-crowley-2/) - [T4T - Major Arcana Storm](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-major-arcana-storm/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - Temperance The Present - The Hanged Man The Future - The Hermit The Outcome- The Sun My apologies on not doing a spread last week Dr. Tyson. Life was hectic. However, not as hectic as yours judging from what we have here! Holy Shit! What a combination of - [As of Late... Sculpting, Good Reads, & Everything Else](http://infinite-beyond.com/as-of-late-sculpting-good-reads-everything-else/) - As of late I've been reading several books. If you like, feel free to find and friend me on Goodreads.com to see what I've been reading lately and what I will be reading in the near future. I'm currently involved with a new piece for my Eclectic Artisans collection which has been inspired by my recent plunge - [T4T - Conflict in Resolution](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-conflict-in-resolution/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - Four of Swords The Present - Page of Wands The Future - Knight of Cups (reversed) The Outcome - Queen of Pentacles (reversed) For this week's spread I decided to use my new Original Rider Waite Smith Deck instead of my regular Rider Waite Smith that I had been using - [#031 - Financial Sorcery](http://infinite-beyond.com/031-financial-sorcery/) - In the latest episode of The Infinite and the Beyond, we speak with author, teacher, and sorcerer Jason Miller about his work and his new book Financial Sorcery, Magical Strategies To Create Real and Lasting Wealth. In a Corner in the Occult we learn about the often over looked Illustrator of the Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot, Pamela - [Neil DeGrasse Tyson VS Aleister Crowley](http://infinite-beyond.com/neil-degrasse-tyson-vs-aleister-crowley/) - [T4T - Do What Thou Wilt](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-do-what-thou-wilt/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Present - Wheel of Fortune: "Fortune" Present Above - Princess of Wands Present Below - Eight of Discs: "Prudence" The Past - Seven of Discs: "Failure" The Future - Prince of Wands Do What Thou Wilt Shall Be The Whole of The Law Happy 109th Anniversary of Aleister Crowley's receiving of The Book of - [Get 'Em While They're Hot!](http://infinite-beyond.com/get-em-while-theyre-hot/) - Like I promised, some of my Wicked Castings collection has been restocked on the Eclectic Artisans website and I have some additional items in mind for the future as my artistic path develops in conjunction with my spiritual path. In this picture, taken with my cell phone, we see Cernunnos, two Goddess figures, and a Pentacle as they - [As of Late... BTW FO SHO!](http://infinite-beyond.com/as-of-late-btw-fo-sho/) - I'm going to do these "As of Late" things here in this blog rather in the Podcast. First and foremost, I have not podfaded! LOL It's weird that this is a current topic because just this morning I was thinking about how many shows seem to have faded. For the record, I do not think the Pagan - [T4T - An Imperfect Happiness](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-an-imperfect-happiness/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - Ace of Pentacles (reversed) The Present - Ace of Swords (reversed) The Future - Three of Pentacles The Outcome- The Sun (reversed) Happy Easter Dr. Tyson! Now, I know what you are thinking, you are thinking that neither of us are Christian, which is true, but I am not above - [T4T - Good Tidings Ahead](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-good-tidings-ahead/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - King of Pentacles The Present - Six of Wands The Future - Four of Wands (reversed) The Outcome- Wheel of Fortune (reversed) Ah, another week has come. Ok. I admit that it's been a little more than a week since our last session, but you look well Dr. Tyson. You'll be happy - [A Journey Indeed. A Stereo In Need.](http://infinite-beyond.com/a-journey-indeed-a-stereo-in-need/) - This is just a little personal mental wandering over a recent event... Yesterday, while at work, the front passenger side window of my car was smashed in and my stereo was stolen probably for drug money, as stated by the police officer who came to file a report. You can see from the image shown, that they also destroyed my - [T4T - A Force Of Three Maidens](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-a-force-of-three-maidens/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - Five of Wands The Present - Three of Cups (reversed) The Future - Three of Swords (reversed) The Outcome- Temperance (reversed) First off, Happy St. Patrick's Day Mr. Tyson! I say this to you as I drink a Sunday brunch Mimosa which is not heavy on the juice if you know - [T4T - 3/4 x 6 = Stagnation](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-34-x-6-stagnation/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - King of Pentacles The Present - Four of Pentacles (reversed) The Future - Queen of Wands (reversed) The Outcome- Knight of Pentacles (reversed) It's all about pentacles and people this week Mr Tyson! Well, three and three to be exact. Two male figures associated with the material and a powerful - [T4T - King of Cups Changed](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-king-of-cups-changed/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - Three of Pentacles (reversed) The Present - Seven of Swords The Future - King of Cups The Outcome- Six of Cups Hello sir! You may scoff, but it always amazes me when similar cards appear from week to week. Now you may be thinking that I shuffle the cards poorly? - [T4T - Devils In Our Midst?](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-devils-in-our-midst/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - The Devil The Present - The Sun The Future - Page of Wands The Outcome- King of Cups (reversed) The Reading: Happy Belated New Year Mr. Tyson! It's been too long sir. Mercury is in retrograde, which I'm sure you already knew, being an astrophysicist and all. But I - [#030 - The Inspiring Wendy Rule](http://infinite-beyond.com/titb-030-the-inspiring-wendy-rule/) - In this episode we speak with Australian visionary songstress Wendy Rule and have a very enjoyable time with her as we discuss her work, her online course Living a Life of Magick, hanging out with the fae, her future album, and her current US tour. All while being completely captivated by her music which plays - [Orapello's 10 Card Spread](http://infinite-beyond.com/orapellos-10-card-spread/) - The layout and approach to doing a Celtic Cross 10 card spread, varies from person to person. So, I would like to introduce my version of a 10 card spread. Enjoy! 1. The present - This represents the person in the moment. 2. That which is above you - This represents forces outside of one's control. 3. That - [#029 - The Necronomicon Mythos](http://infinite-beyond.com/titb-029-the-necronomicon-mythos/) - In this episode we discuss The Necronomicon Mythos with author Donald Tyson who in the last several years has added four significant texts to the magickal legacy and reality of the Necronomicon, with his own copy of “The Necronomicon,” his novel “Alhazred,” the “Grimoire of the Necronomicon,” and his workbook “The 13 Gates of the - [T4T - Hidden Changes](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-hidden-changes/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - Page of Pentacles The Present - The Hermit The Future - The Wheel of Fortune (reversed) The Outcome- The Moon Here we go again Mr. Tyson. Where I pick out cards based upon who you are and your life. Oddly the four cards shown above jumped out - [T4T - Jealousy Abounds](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-jealousy-abounds/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - Six of Pentacles (reversed) The Present - Knight of Swords (reversed) The Future - Four of Wands The Outcome- Eight of Wands (reversed) The Reading: Jealousy abounds in this week's spread. Possibly due to the Thanksgiving Holiday? Who knows? The cards in short read (1) Jealousy, (2) Imprudence, (3) Peace, & - ["Deep Meditation" by Musical Spa](http://infinite-beyond.com/deep-meditation-by-musical-spa/) - Music Meditation. "Deep Meditation" by Musical Spa. Credits: MusicAlley.com, Alexandre Falcao, Ghostfriend. CAUTION: Do not attempt to meditate while driving or operating heavy machinery. - [T4T - A Dominant Major Arcana](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-a-dominat-major-arcana/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - Five of Wands The Present - The Tower XVI The Future - The High Priestess (reversed) The Outcome- The Hermit IX The Reading: Once again, despite the randomness of shuffling and cutting the cards multiple times, two familiar cards make another appearance. The Five of Wands and The - [T4T - Options and Challenges](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-options-and-challenges/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The Past - Two of Wands (reversed) The Present - Four of Cups (reversed) The Future - Strength VIII The Outcome- Hermit IX The Reading: Here (1) we have a man standing on his roof over looking the landscape. Is he weighing his options or contemplating the state of the - [Wiccans Who Advocate Harm?](http://infinite-beyond.com/wiccans-who-advocate-harm/) - Please don't think that I am fear mongering with this post or that it's one of those "Never Again The Burning Times" rants. Just consider the following as a reality check.... Strangely enough, in the recent years I have noticed a number of Wiccans who advocate the causing of harm in their practices, which I find bothersome for reasons you may not expect. - [Blessed Samhain!](http://infinite-beyond.com/blessed-samhain/) - On this Samhain we remember and honor those who we have lost over the last year. May their journey take them safely to the other side beyond the veil. Though our time together has been short, may we meet again in the future and in the times hereafter. The depth of our mourning is reflective of your blessings - [T4T - Reversing Tides](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-reversing-tides/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... fraud, success in tragedy, skewed justice, and active relocation. The Past - Knight of Cups (reversed) The Present - Ten of Swords (reversed) The Future - Justice (reversed) The Outcome- Knight of Wands The Reading: We missed a week didn't we Mr. Tyson? Well let's continue anyway and see what's going - [The Ancestors](http://infinite-beyond.com/the-ancestors/) - Contemplative Meditation. A meditation on the ancestors and how they made us who we are. Featuring "Fluids of the Past Existence" by Alexandre Falcao. Credits: MusicAlley.com, Alexandre Falcao, Ghostfriend. CAUTION: Do not attempt to meditate while driving or operating heavy machinery. - [TI&TB #028 - O.T.O. / AC 2012](http://infinite-beyond.com/episode-028-o-t-o-ac-2012/) - It's election time! Are you a voter? Are you voting? Well, before you decide, you should explore your options by checking out our interview with Joseph Thiebes about the Ordo Templi Orientis, his Aleister Crowley 2012 presidential campaign, and the ideas regarding authority You just might change your mind! In A Corner in the Occult we learn about Major Grady Louis - ["Ambient Drum"](http://infinite-beyond.com/ambient-drum-by-chris-orapello/) - Music Meditation. "Ambient Drum" a musical arrangement by Chris Orapello. Credits: MusicAlley.com, Music Maker, Alexandre Falcao, Ghostfriend. CAUTION: Do not attempt to meditate while driving or operating heavy machinery. - [20 Minute Wind Chimes](http://infinite-beyond.com/20-minute-wind-chimes/) - Sound Meditation. 20 minutes of peaceful wind chimes. Credits: MusicAlley.com, SoundSnap, Alexandre Falcao, Ghostfriend. CAUTION: Do not attempt to meditate while driving or operating heavy machinery. - [T4T - A Fourth Option](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-a-fourth-option/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... an overlooked option could mean trouble. The Past - Four of Cups (reversed) The Present - Eight of Pentacles (reversed) The Future - Wheel of Fortune (reversed) The Outcome- Five of Swords The Reading: This week's spread is indeed an interesting one as we see a young man (1), possibly Mr. - [T4T - Awards and Battles](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-awards-and-battles/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... successes and new battles lie ahead. The Past - Seven of Wands The Present - Ten of Pentacles (reversed) The Future - Page of Swords The Outcome- Five of Wands The Reading: In the past we see an individual successfully fending off the attack of six others (1). He has such - [Finding Pagan Community](http://infinite-beyond.com/finding-pagan-community/) - How does the new Pagan find community? It's an interesting dilemma that many of us, after having gone down this road and after years of study and practice, may no longer really consider. I remember when over a decade ago the only good resource was The Witches Voices, while those of us living around Delaware also had The Broom Closet, but on today's internet - [T4T- A Positive Outcome](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-a-positive-outcome/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... What an unfortunate start this week as the first three cards reveal disorder, financial concern, relationship issues, and Chaos. Thankfully though the final card (4) reveals a sense of gain, benefit, and new ground. The Past - Five of Pentacles (reversed) The Present - The Lovers (reversed) The Future - - ["Sunset" by The Lovely Moon](http://infinite-beyond.com/sunset-by-the-lovely-moon/) - Music Meditation. Featuring "Sunset" by The Lovely Moon. Credits: MusicAlley.com, Jamendo, Alexandre Falcao, Ghostfriend. CAUTION: Do not attempt to meditate while driving or operating heavy machinery. - [T4T - Nine Becomes Ten](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-nine-becomes-ten/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... Mr. Tyson seems to find himself in the midst of another dispute, but one which turns out in his benefit. The Past - Four of Pentacles The Present - Nine of Cups (reversed) The Future - Five of Wands (reversed) The Outcome- Ten of Cups The Reading: This spread starts - [T4T - Obstacles and Opportunities](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-obstacles-and-opportunities/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... the over coming of obstacles brings new opportunities via a young friend. The Past - Eight of Swords (reversed) The Present - Ten of Swords (reversed) The Future - Page of Cups The Outcome- Seven of Cups (reversed) The Reading: This spread starts off with two swords and then is followed by two cups. Not - [T4T - Treading Water](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-treading-water/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... Mr. Tyson seems to be dealing with a lot of water. The Past - The Magician The Present - Ace of Cups The Future - The Star The Outcome- The Moon The Reading: This weeks reading is interesting due to the heavy presence of major arcana cards within the spread. - [T4T - Old Cards & New Tricks](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-old-cards-new-tricks/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... Old cards from the past several weeks rear their faces again. The Past - Ten of Swords The Present - Queen of Wands (reversed) The Future - The Devil The Outcome- Nine of Cups The Reading: The conflict discussed back on August 19th seems to have resulted in desolation instead of - [South Jersey Pagan Pride Day!](http://infinite-beyond.com/south-jersey-pagan-pride-day/) - This year's South Jersey Pagan Pride Day will be from 11am - 6pm and it will be held on Saturday, October 6th in Cooper River Park in Pennsauken, NJ 08109. Help educate, meet, and connect with the local community at South Jersey's largest annual Pagan event, averaging over 1200 attendees from around the area. The - [What is Thelema? (workshop)](http://infinite-beyond.com/what-is-thelema-workshop/) - "Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law. - Liber AL (I:40)" Have you ever found yourself wondering what is Thelema or who Aleister Crowley was? "Love is the law, love under will. - Liber AL (I:57)" Then here is your opportunity to find out! Come to South Jersey Pagan Pride Day on Saturday, - [T4T - Gathering Resources](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-gathering-resources/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... it's time to gather resources and prepare for the future. The Past - Nine of Pentacles The Present - Three of Swords The Future - Nine of Cups The Outcome- Seven of Pentacles The Reading: Recent accomplishments in the pursuits of earth (1) have brought him to a conflict between intellectual pursuits and emotional gratification - [A Stand Against Rape.](http://infinite-beyond.com/a-stand-against-rape/) - Not the best lighting, but it does the trick. Please read Yeshe Rabbt's “I Stand Against Rape” campaign, to find out what this image is all about. Thank you! BB / 93! - [T4T - Conflict and Transformation](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-conflict-and-transformation/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... to appease the Queen, Mr. Tyson seems to find himself in the midst of a group conflict. The Past - Queen of Wands The Present - Five of Wands The Future - Nine of Wands The Outcome- Four of Swords The Reading: This spread starts off with the Queen of Wands - [It's Black Cat Appreciation Day!](http://infinite-beyond.com/its-black-cat-appreciation-day/) - I had no idea that this existed until several days ago, but today (August 17th) is Black Cat Appreciation Day! As it turns out this is only the second year for this event. In 2011, August 17 became known as Black Cat Appreciation Day. This was the result of a personal public-awareness campaign launched by Wayne - [Being Spiritual On Bad Days](http://infinite-beyond.com/being-spiritual-on-bad-days/) - Today for me just felt like one of those days. One of those "ugh" days. The kind of day that makes being a spiritual/religious person difficult. When it's tough to feel in tune, mindful, and spiritually aware or connected. The two problems that I had with today were... The strong feeling of being spiritually "off." My lack of - [T4T - Success With A New Ally](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-success-with-a-new-ally/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... Finally the tides seem to be improving for the astrophysicist. The Past - Nine of Swords The Present - The Sun (reversed) The Future - Page of Wands The Outcome - Ace of Pentacles The Reading: A recent disappointment (1) is currently dimming what would normally be a perfect and happy marriage or relationship (2) for Mr. Tyson. The reversal - [The Fate Of The Ouroboros](http://infinite-beyond.com/the-fate-of-the-ouroboros/) - Yesterday, marks a change in my life as the first snake (Betelgeuse) I cared for went into sudden decline and passed away after about 11 years of life. It sounds absurd to say that pets shouldn't die as long as one cares about them. That they should have a long, uncompromised existence, full of aspen formed tunnels, a bowl always full of - [T4T - Blind Trust and New Alliances](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-blind-trust-and-new-alliances/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... New understandings and new alliances await Mr. Tyson. The Past - Three of Swords The Present - Two of Swords The Future - Ten of Cups (reversed) The Outcome- Four of Cups (reversed) The Reading: A painful disheartening incident (1) has created a delayed reaction due to unforeseen details regarding the events at hand (2). - [New to Urban Dictionary: "Troll-Hole"](http://infinite-beyond.com/new-to-urban-dictionary-troll-hole/) - Coming soon to Urban Dictionary! A new use of the term "Troll-Hole" which is meant for certain types of blogs. I created the term, or so I thought, because as it turns out, the phrase has several other uses according to UD. However, this new use of the phrase was written and submitted by me. I can - [T4T - Turning the tides.](http://infinite-beyond.com/t4t-turning-the-tides/) - This week in Tarot 4 Tyson... The present moment is revealing a tricky path which stems from a recent benefit. The Past - Ten of Pentacles The Present - The Devil (reversed) The Future - The Empress The Outcome- Nine of Pentacles (reversed) The Reading: Recent family benefits (1) lead to corruption, pettiness, and shortsightedness (2) opening up the way - [I am now available on Stitcher!](http://infinite-beyond.com/now-available-on-stitcher-2/) - After some back and forth, both The Infinite and the Beyond and Baphmetis Meditation are now available on Stitcher for your convenience and listening pleasure! Stitcher is a leading internet radio app available for your smart phone and I'm very happy to be included in the Spirituality & Religion / Paganism section of their catalog. 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Mr. Tyson seems to experience a problem in a relationship. The Past - Two of Cups The Present - Knight of Cups (reversed) The Future - The Empress (reversed) The Outcome- The Fool The Reading: A relationship in Mr. Tyson's life (1) has recently revealed something untrusting (2). Thankfully the situation can be resolved with love - [David Grega (1984 -2012)](http://infinite-beyond.com/david-grega-1984-2012/) - Yesterday morning David Grega passed away at the young age of 27 due to sudden cardiac arrest. Jason Pitzl-Waters from The Wild Hunt Blog released a nice post about Dave and most of the info along with some of the links shared here were found as a result of his post. 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