Cosy Cunning Folk Podcast

Join Emmeline and Terence as they journey into the ancient traditions of Samhain, the Celtic fire festival that lies at the heart of many of our modern Halloween customs. We’ll explore its pagan origins, uncover the parallels between Samhain and Halloween, and discover how ancient traditions continue to shape the ways many people celebrate this time of year.

Some ghostly experiences, including a spooky stay in Glastonbury town, one of Englands most haunted locations.

We’ll also explore ways to honour and connect with our ancestors, from creating meaningful ancestral altars and hosting traditional dumb suppers to working with tarot as a tool for messages from those lost.

And, of course, we’ll finish with our Cunning Curiosity, where Emmeline teaches Terence the fascinating folklore behind one of Halloween’s most iconic traditions: carving pumpkins!

So, light a candle, settle in, and join us as we explore the folklore, magic and mysteries of the season when the veil is said to grow thin.

In this episode, we’re welcoming the Autumn Equinox /Mabon! Join us as we explore its modern Neo-Pagan roots, dive into rich harvest folklore from the British Isles, and share magical rituals the whole family can enjoy. We’ll also be chatting about autumn crafting, foraging, and how to gently slide back into witchy practices after the summer break. Grab a warm drink and let’s settle into the cosy season ahead.

In this episode, we explore the powerful dualities of the sky above, solar and lunar energies inspiring Terence’s yoga practice and Emmeline’s witchy wooing.

First, we dive into how Terence works with solar and lunar energy in his personal yoga practice to balance heat, movement, and reflection. Then, we shift into the mystical realm, exploring the prominent roles the Sun and Moon play in witchcraft, spell work, and the Tarot. We also introduce some powerful Gods and Goddesses tied to these celestial bodies across various ancient pantheons.

We also share a romantic story about a surprise (well, almost!) solar eclipse, followed by a collection of Cunning Curiosities featuring fascinating myths inspired by the night sky.

In this episode we discuss the first of the harvest festivals on the Wheel of the Year, Lughnasadh/Lammas. Ways to honour this sabbat, how to dress your altar and the roots of its celebration and rituals. Gods and Goddesses from various pagan cultures you can work with along with some fun and fascinating folklore - including where the term ‘bun in the oven’ derives from.

In this episode we discuss how to honour Summer Solstice/Midsummer/Litha. Family rituals, ways to connect with solar energy and relating Goddesses from Celtic pagan traditions. We also explore the magic of Stone Circles in the UK, along with some myths and folklore from Cumbria.

In this episode we explore what paganism actually is. Where the word comes from, the various types of pagans, beliefs surrounding afterlife, moral codes and more. We also chat about how to begin a pagan path and answer listener’s questions.

In this episode we are chatting Ostara, Magic for the Spring Equinox and Celtic deities including Cernunnos, Elen of the Ways and the Fae Folk. Also delving into mini daily rituals we enjoy to stay connected to pagan, witchcraft and self-care practices.

This week we are diving into the world of Love Magic, how common plants and herbs have been used throughout folklore for love divination, ensnaring a lover and keeping relationships strong. We also discuss the importance of self-love with Valentine’s Day looming. Emmeline is telling the story of Imbolc from Celtic Paganism, the power of the Goddesses the Cailleach & Bridgid.

In this episode we are talking all things Winter Solstice, the pagan origins of Yule, Odin’s connection to Santa and how you can honour this time of year. We will also we discussing how to keep your immune system strong for Winter through breath work and movement.

In this episode we get to meet you for the first time! Introducing ourselves and discussing who the cunning folk were, their connection to witches and how they still live today . . .