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A biweekly program from Sioux City, Iowa, Lance and Graal is the hottest Pagan podcast on the web. This is Pagan talk radio with an attitude -- and barrel fulls of Pagan survival tips. Tired of Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity? I'm on a mission to return SANITY to the mainstream.

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Midwifery on Trial

Jeva and Betsy present Pagan Headlines. Lance and Graal got Scroogled. Jeva's adventure in TV-Land ends after 3 months. Betsy and Jeva discuss the spiritual aspects of body piercing. As Summer's end draws near, mosquitos arrive. And mosquitos carry West Nile virus. Betsy shares some pointers on how to stay safe. Melanie Moore has attended childbirths for 14 years, having been a Certified Midwife for 6 years. Now the State of Iowa is charging her with practicing medicine without a...

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[ Wed, 5 Sep 2007 55:40 GMT ]

Indo-Wicca, Wiccan Interfaith Council International

Jeva and Betsy present Pagan Headlines. Betsy speaks about Indo-Wicca, a blend of Wicca and Hinduism. Rev. Paulette Reynolds of the Wiccan Interfaith Council International co-leads a network of over 85 volunteers, facilitating cooperation among Wiccan and Pagan Traditions, troop support, and many other things. Paper Mache is probably one of the most undervalued art materials. A pity, since it is super eco-friendly and extremely versatile. Podsafe music by: True Tribe, Ulph Johansson...

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[ Sun, 19 Aug 2007 55:40 GMT ]

Lammas and Heatstroke

Jeva and Betsy present Pagan Headlines. Thanks to your support, Lance and Graal will continue. Betsy and Jeva take time to give thanks. The roots of Lammas are ancient, but this Holiday celebrating the Corn-King's self-sacrifice is especially relevant in these times. Lammas is an important opportunity to show our gratitude to those who have made personal sacrifices so that the Pagan community may thrive. Outdoor rituals are a lot of fun. It's a good idea, though, to take proper precaution...

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[ Mon, 6 Aug 2007 55:40 GMT ]

The Psychology of the Goddess

Jeva and Betsy present Pagan Headlines. In addition, we feature an interview with Rebecca Busby, Psy.D. who recently published a study about Goddess Spirituality and its clinical applications. Of the four main ritual tools, the chalice is often the most difficult to personalize. We share some tips. When Witchschool International moved to Hoopeston, IL, the entrepreneurs running it encountered resistance and hostility from the city government. Four years later, the school is relocating ...

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[ Sun, 22 Jul 2007 01:03:31 GMT ]

Facilitating a Festival Without Losing Your Mind

Having just returned from a trip to Ohio, Betsy shares views on airports and customer service at Threat Level: Orange. With Mercury going direct, Betsy and Jeva present headlines from around the world. More and more Pagans love mead, and while homebrewing can be a lot of fun, it's not legal in all states. Tish Owen has organized Tennessee's Pagan Unity Festival for over ten years. Want to start your own festival? You may want to consider reading her book Chasing the Rainbow: Facilitati...

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[ Wed, 11 Jul 2007 01:03:31 GMT ]

When Religion and Politics are Mixed ...

Jeva gives some historical background information on the US National Anthem, then discusses national holdidays celebrated in other countries around the world. This being the best season for outdoor rituals, he also provides helpful tips on starting bonfires and making sure they are safe. In a new segment, Lance and Grall presents headlines from around the world. Rita Moran is a Wiccan businesswoman and chair of the Kennebec County Democrats, in Maine. Recently, the Christian Civics Lea...

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[ Wed, 4 Jul 2007 01:03:31 GMT ]

Pagans to Rally in DC

Caroline Kenner, media personality and Pagan activist, and Chesapeke Pagan Community, are calling on Pagans to gather in Washington, DC on July 4, to advocate for Pagan religious rights. In particular, the event will call for installing a Pagan military chaplain and approval for the Druid and Asatru symbols on VA gravemarkers. Now that it's summer, the time for decent outdoor rituals has also begun. Jeva gives some pointers on how to write ritual poetry you can dance to. The Pagan communi...

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[ Thu, 27 Jun 2007 01:03:31 GMT ]

Parks are for Pagans!

Parks are for Pagans Jeva, Ladiwillow, and Tallguy speak about what happens behind the scenes of your local TV stations. We also seguay into the world of politics. Pagan activist JRob is organizing a campout for Pagans in the Sioux City area. Music provided by: True Tribe Our Sponsors: http://www.magickware.com http://www.siouxlandwicca.org http://www.lulu.com/blackhatpress http://irc.paganpaths.org ...

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[ Thu, 19 Jun 2007 02:44:32 GMT ]

Pagan Reality TV!

Pagan Reality TV! A reality TV show about Paganism? Pagan entrepreneur Ed Hubbard of Hoopeston, IL thinks this may be the best way to show what Paganism is truly about. Jeva spoke with Ed about the shows mission, its possibilities, and some of the models that were rejected. Teresa Chaze releases the second volume of her Dragon Clan mystery series. Sage and Jeva discuss options Pagans have when they can't make it to their group's circle. Music provided by: True Tribe, The Rolling Riv...

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[ Tue, 12 Jun 2007 02:44:32 GMT ]

Back by Beltane -- Almost

Finally, the show is back up. I can't even begin to tell you how happy that makes me.Today, it's just Jeva in the studio, but the others will be back soon.Conspiracy Theories, just what is it that makes them so much fun? I've spent way more time watching all sorts of conspiracy videos, but the more of them I seem, the less I can buy into them. They've become my latest guilty pleasure, though. I've even cooked up some of my own, though I'm not going to bother to even try to find a shred of eviden...

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[ Mon, 28 May 2007 02:44:32 GMT ]

Pentacle Quest Successful!

Pagan Veterans HonoredWe're postponing our previously recorded show to bring you a very special interview with Rev. Selena Fox about the successful conclusion of the Pentacle Quest. As you know, Wiccans have struggled for about a decade with the Veterans Administration to ensure that the Pentacle is included on its list of approved religious symbols that can be placed on VA grave markers.The struggle began in 1997 and intensified a little over a year ago, when Sgt. Patrick Stewart was killed in ...

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Episode 71 -- Taxes, Art, and Channeling

The new cable modem has arrived, and we're back to full-length programming. Jeva shares his experiences in the glamorous world of tax preparation. What's channeling? What is involved? Are there different ways to channel? Our Sponsors: http://www.magickware.com http://www.siouxlandwicca.org http://www.lulu.com/blackhatpress http://www.undeadjake.com http://irc.paganpaths.org ...

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[ Mon, 22 Jan 2007 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 70 -- The Magick of New Years Resolutions

We're still struggling with our connectivity. So this time, it's only a brief episode. There's a magickal dimension to the act of making a New Year's resolution. But like many things in magick, there are right and wrong ways to go about making them. Betsy and Jeva reflect on 2006. What's the difference between a pentagram and a pentacle? Here's the scoop. Our Sponsors: http://www.magickware.com http://www.siouxlandwicca.org http://www.lulu.com/blackhatpress http://www.undeadja...

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[ Mon, 1 Jan 2007 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 69 -- WitchinHour TV

Today, Betsy and Jeva share their thoughts on Yule. Not all Pagans celebrate Yule, and not all family members in Pagan households do, either. Was America intended to be a "Christian" nation? Our Founding Fathers didn't exactly see eye to eye in that matter. Turns out that Americans, contrary to what the right-wingers keep saying, were just as intellectually diverse as they are today. And just what is the stance of the Lance and Graal Crew on Christianity? Do we hate it? Absolutely not. Bu...

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[ Mon, 25 Dec 2006 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 68 -- Standars for Pagan Clergy?

After an hour of the mike checks from Hades, the sound was still crappy, so with apologies to Betsy, Ladiwillow, and Sage, it's just me in the studio today -- a dollar late and a day short (giggle). Snow Wolf and Ivy, two listeners from Kentucky, toured the Lance and Graal Towers on their road trip. Snow Wolf is currently working on an essay about standards for Pagan clergy. He and Ivy shares their thoughts. Ever try to contact a minor in the witchvox contacts? No success? Well, that's ju...

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[ Mon, 18 Dec 2006 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 67 -- Fundies in Recovery

Welcome aboard to our new co-host, Sage, who is replacing Daphnea. Most Pagans arrive at their faiths via other religions. In fact, Sage and Jeva used to be born-again Christians. Yes, it's a very curable malady! We discuss our moments of disillusionment with fundamentalism and the long road to understanding that Christian fundamentalism and Christianity are not the same thing. Should there be specific standards for Pagan clergy? If so, what exactly would they entail. The Crew engages in ...

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[ Mon, 11 Dec 2006 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 66 -- "All Acts of Love and Pleasure" -- an interview with MR Sellars

While the legal battle with the VA continues, Seelena Fox and Roberta Stewart dedicate Sgt. Patrick Stewart's memorial plaque. Scientific paradigms are changing. Interestingly, the gap between science and magick appears to narrow. MR Sellars's super sleuth Rowan Gant used to be just an ordinary witch -- until the dead began to speak to him. We speak with Sellars about his latest novel, "All Acts of Love and Pleasure." Want to win a free tarot reading by Ladiwillow? She has a contest. L...

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[ Mon, 04 Dec 2006 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 65 -- Thanksgiving a Christian holiday? A few comments about An Inconvenient Truth. Soror YZBL on Abramelin Magazine.

Just how Christian a holiday is Thanksgiving? The Crew discusses Thanksgiving traditions. Jeva just saw Al Gore's An Inconvenient Truth and shares his thoughts. Soror YZBL co-publishes Abramelin magazine. Besides, she is the creative genius behind Aegis of Therion. And she played bass for Gossamer. Want to win a free tarot reading by Ladiwillow? She has a contest. Listen to the program to find out more! Musical Guests: Ash Jones, Stacey K. Black Have a story idea? Want to be int...

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[ Mon, 27 Nov 2006 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 64 -- Mentoring vs. Class Teaching, Art as Worship, Pagan Fiction

What are the benefits and drawbacks of Wicca 101 classes vs. mentoring environments? Betsy and Jeva share their thoughts. Can art be a form of devotion, even worship? Pagan Fiction: "Lucinda's Samhain" by Jeva Singh-Anand. Two grieving parents seek closure as they perform a ritual for the deceased daughter. Want to win a free tarot reading by Ladiwillow? She has a contest. Listen to the program to find out more! Musical Guest: Gossamer Have a story idea? Want to be interviewed o...

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[ Mon, 20 Nov 2006 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 63 -- Veterans Day. Pagans at UW Waukesha. Transgendered Pagans

We pause to honor Pagan Veterans and veterans of all creeds. As a special treat, we play Celia's song "Symbol." Pagans are making their presence known at the UW Waukesha. They've started a brand new student organization, the Pagan Student Alliance. November is Gay Pride Month, and November 20 is National Day of Rememberance for the transgendered community. Hawk of our sister station WPBN shares her insights and experiences. Want to win a free tarot reading by Ladiwillow? She has a contes...

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[ Mon, 13 Nov 2006 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 62 -- Pentacle Quest Update, Pagan Groups and "Problem Children"

Pentacle Quest Update! How do Pagan groups deal with difficult people? We managed to hook up with Selena Fox at a Lady Liberty League fundraiser to receive another update on the Pentacle Quest. Her good friend Mike shares his experience. Musical artist Celia, who wrote the song "Symbol" (the Pentacle Quest's unofficial anthem) talks about how the song became a bit of a coming-out experience. How do Pagan groups best deal with people who have a criminal past -- or people who have psyichiatri...

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[ Mon, 06 Nov 2006 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 61 -- Happy Samhain!!! Playing nice with the other kids

Jeva and Daphnea share their favorite Samhain traditions. Pagans groups play very nice with mainstream churches -- if they let them. Siouxland First Wiccan Congregation yesterday served brownies and ice cream at the Interfaith Food Festival in Sioux City, IA. It's the fourth year in a row that SFWC, a 501 (c)(3) charity, has done this. Jeva interviewed several people at the Food Festival. Musical Guest: Vision Through Sound Our Sponsors: http://www.magickware.com, http://www.siouxlandw...

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[ Mon, 30 Oct 2006 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 61 -- Happy Samhain!!! Playing nice with the other kids

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[ Mon, 30 Oct 2006 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 60 -- Podsafe: Because it's good for everyone!

Welcome to the Crew, Betsy! Jeva's beautiful wife joins the Crew! Ladiwillow returns from her trip to Scotland and Ireland and shares her experiences. Jeva finishes his first smoke free week! Roubdtable Discussion: Is the Actual Great Rite an outdated relic of Gardner's bad-boy days? What about the Symbolic GR? No one hates podcasting more than music industry tycoons. Funny thing is, musicians really love it. The guitarist of alternative rock band Farewell Redemption explains why promotin...

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[ Mon, 23 Oct 2006 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 60 -- Podsafe: Because it's good for everyone!

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[ Mon, 23 Oct 2006 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 59 -- Kids, Initiations, Pentacle Quest, Chris Penczak

What does it mean to call yourself an initiate? What responsibility is attached to this title, and what are some of the inner transformations that an Initiate experiences? Betsy and Jeva speak to Siouxland First Wiccan Congregation's brand new Initiates, Sisters Bobie and Amanda. The struggle with the VA to add the Pentacle to its list of approved religious symbols on gravemarkers enters a new phase as the Aquarian Tabernacle Church and the Corellian Nativist Church turn to the ACLU and the co...

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[ Mon, 16 Oct 2006 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 59 -- Kids, Initiations, Pentacle Quest, Chris Penczak

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[ Mon, 16 Oct 2006 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 51 -- Sacred Wells Effort to Save its Wiccan Chaplain

Sacred Well Congregation has had a long standing relationship with the military, most notably sponsoring the Fort Hood Circle. Now they are in the process of sponsoring the first Wiccan military chaplain. Sadly, the process has run into an unexpected snag.Pagan author MR Sellars shares his memories of Ken Vanlieu, one of two people who crossed over at this year's DragonFest.Thanks for the votes! Please keep it up! We love you!!!Musical Guest: Reggae Vision, GuidanceOur Sponsors: http://www.magic...

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Episode 58 -- Robert Anton Wilson Support a Proud Moment in Pagan History

Today, it's Betsy and Jeva in the studio, while Ladiwillow is vacationing in Ireland and Daphnea continues with her studies. Meantime, we've recorded a new intro featuring music by True Tribe. With double Wiccanings and dual First Degree Initations, it's been a very busy week in Sioux City. More exciting news may come out of this town soon, but more on this when things are finalized. If the latest Lance and Graal poll proved anything, it proved that Pagans are not good handimen. Jeva, who's ...

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[ Mon, 09 Oct 2006 02:44:32 GMT ]

Episode 58 -- Robert Anton Wilson Support a Proud Moment in Pagan History

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[ Mon, 09 Oct 2006 02:44:32 GMT ]

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