Tarts and Craft

The Sonar Network

Melanie Dahling and Rachel Manson, two comics and self-professed "Witchcraft Nerds", aren't witches or magic in any way. Actually, that they know of. Tune in to Tarts and Craft as they ask such questions as "why broomsticks?" and "what's the deal with the moon?" Some episodes feature compelling interviews with real-life experts, while others feature a lot of Wikipedia research. A great podcast for occult dabblers, curious mortals, and anyone who follows #witchstuff on Instagram but isn't quite sure why. read less

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Let's talk about hex! A podcast where two lady comics ask questions about witchcraft, magic, and general occult fun. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Episodes

Season 3 Episode 4

Season 3 Episode 4

Is this a goodbye, or a see you later? We're not so sure. This cast started as a "learn with us/Witch-curious" podcast, and has evolved over time. Now we're taking a break to ponder if there's more to say and, if so, are we the ones to say it? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Season 3 Episode 3: Monica Bodirsky and Shadows and More!

Season 3 Episode 3: Monica Bodirsky and Shadows and More!

Melanie and Rachel chat with friend of the pod Monica Bodirsky about having a magickal artistic practice, and working with your shadow. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Season 3 Episode 2 – Jess Miller Chats Plants (among other things)

Season 3 Episode 2 – Jess Miller Chats Plants (among other things)

Rachel and Melanie chat with Jess Miller- creatrix and intuitive, among other things. We take you from geocities, to blood oaths, to plant magick all in 1 hour. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Season 2.5 Episode 1 – Theatrical Rituals & Online Ritual

Season 2.5 Episode 1 – Theatrical Rituals & Online Ritual

Melanie and Rachel sit down with Kristine Maitland to discuss online rituals, theatricality in ritual, and how to bring it all together. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

S2.5Ep2- A Grab Bag of Magical Topics!

S2.5Ep2- A Grab Bag of Magical Topics!

Melanie & Rachel play catch up and explore a grab bag of topics, from plant based products to the Taìno Culture. Thank you for your patience with our technical difficulties! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

S2.5E1: Black Witches online & in pop culture

S2.5E1: Black Witches online & in pop culture

Melanie and Rachel return from some time off to address the current state of the world and hopefully spread a little joy. We amplify Black Witches on Instagram/in pop culture, and encourage anyone who wants a platform to come on and guest! We're listening. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

S2: EP10 Quarantine Witchcraft & Prosperity Jars

S2: EP10 Quarantine Witchcraft & Prosperity Jars

Rachel and Melanie catch up during quarantine and discuss a prosperity ritual they did with some witches and witch adjacent people. Santa Muerte makes an appearance. The witchcraft starts at 18 minutes if you want to skip our COVID-19 chatter! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

S2: EP9 Famous Contemporary Witches!

S2: EP9 Famous Contemporary Witches!

Melanie and Rachel talk famous contemporary witches! This week we dive into Laurie Cabot & Patricia Kennealy-Morrison. Who should we research next? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

S2: E8 The Energy of the Seasons

S2: E8 The Energy of the Seasons

Seasonal magick! Witch-curious Torontonians Rachel and Melanie discuss what's magical about each season, with a little cameo from our feelings about Drake. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

S2:E7 Crossover Episode with Pangstars!

S2:E7 Crossover Episode with Pangstars!

Melanie and Rachel talk to Char Pang (host of Pang Stars Podcast/live show) about sound healing, Kundalini meditation, and the Iowa Caucus. Find Char @pangstars on Insta and in our links on thesonarnetwork.com/tarts-and-craft Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

S2: E6 The Spanish Inquisition and Witches

S2: E6 The Spanish Inquisition and Witches

Melanie and Rachel dive into the Spanish Inquisition, and touch on its involvement in the Witch Trials. We also chat about chocolate, horoscopes, and the usual! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

S2:E5 Everyday Tarot with Nikki Yee

S2:E5 Everyday Tarot with Nikki Yee

Melanie and Nikki enjoy a mini tarot sesh while chatting all things witchy and goddessy. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

S2:E4 Kristine Maitland & The New Triple Goddess

S2:E4 Kristine Maitland & The New Triple Goddess

Kristine Maitland has an interesting re-interpretation of the traditional triple goddess model, and a lot more interesting things to talk about besides that! Join the broomfolk discussion and learn along with Rachel and Melanie. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

S2E3: Why Salem?

S2E3: Why Salem?

Melanie and Rachel ask themselves: With so many witch trials in history, why are the Salem witch trials so talked about? How did the witch trials get started in America? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

S2E2: Sabbats with Brandy Dawley

S2E2: Sabbats with Brandy Dawley

We invited Brandy Dawley, practicing witch, over to talk about Sabbats in the Wheel of the Year. And we ended chatting about so much more! Find Brandy on Instagram @theoverlady Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

S2E1: A Witch Trial is Born

S2E1: A Witch Trial is Born

Melanie and Rachel discuss the original Witch trials and all the players therein. How did it start, and why? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Episode 21: Yule Love It!

Episode 21: Yule Love It!

Rachel and Melanie explore the depths of pagan holiday traditions. Are you celebrating Christmas, or Yule? Grab some mulled wine and find out! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Episode 20: Magical Days

Episode 20: Magical Days

Rachel and Melanie discuss the magical potential of each day of the week. Should you write that email today, or wait til Thursday? And wait a second- when do we fuck? All this and more on this little ditty with Tarts and Craft. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Episode 19: Are you in a Coven?

Episode 19: Are you in a Coven?

Are you in a coven? How would you know, and how can you start, and what is a coven? Rachel and Melanie seek to answer these very questions and more! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

Episode 18: Curses! It’s another Episode

Episode 18: Curses! It’s another Episode

Here we go again! This time we're talking about curses. What are they, how do we use them, how do we protect ourselves against them, and where do they come from? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/