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Episode 2 - So you want to open a Witch Shop?

Release Date: 05/15/2024

Episode 12 - To Journey or Not To Journey?

Ask A Witch with Bellamy Black

PLEASE LIKE, FOLLOW AND SUBSCRIBE! Letter sent in from “Tripping to Enlightenment” Dear Bellamy, I want to expand my mind and open my third eye. I am consistent about my meditation practices, and I feel I have been successful with lucid dreaming and astral projection. But I still want to go further. From what I can tell, my next logical step is to go on a medicine journey. I have toyed with the idea of using sacred medicines like ayahuasca, or psilocybin, but I know people also use LSD and DMT. I am wondering what your thoughts are on sacred medicine journeys. From what I can...

Episode 11 - Wait!... Your mom is a Witch?

Ask A Witch with Bellamy Black

SHOW NOTES PLEASE LIKE, FOLLOW AND SUBSCRIBE! In this enchanting episode of "Ask a Witch with Bellamy Black," we welcome Bellamy’s spirited 8-year-old daughter, Vivian, to the conversation. Vivian shares her insights on what it’s like growing up with a mom who practices witchcraft, offering a fresh and innocent perspective on a topic that often carries stigma. She discusses how societal views around witchcraft have evolved, emphasizing that she feels proud of her mom’s identity and doesn't feel the need to hide it. Vivian also highlights the freedom she has to explore her own interests...

Episode 10 - "Hail Satan!" - Does that Scare you?

Ask A Witch with Bellamy Black

SHOW NOTES PLEASE LIKE, FOLLOW AND SUBSCRIBE! Today's Listener Letter is sent in by Just Curious Dear Bellamy, I want to ask you about Satanism. When I was in college, my roommate was a Satanist. I never really asked her what that meant. I just knew that she was super nice. Growing up Christian I felt like I should have been worried about her and her potential influence on me…. But honestly, she had a strong moral and ethical compass. I never felt like I needed to worry about anything. I was wondering what witches think about Satanists. Thank you! Looking forward to hearing from you!...

Episode 9 - I'm Interested in Tarot... Now What?

Ask A Witch with Bellamy Black

SHOW NOTES PLEASE LIKE, FOLLOW AND SUBSCRIBE! Today's Listener Letter is sent in by Training to Read Tarot in Traverse City. Dear Bellamy Black, It was great meeting you at Blessed Be Tea and Apothecary the other day. While I was there, we got to talking about divination and tarot. While I felt like a lot of my questions were answered, you suggested I write a letter to the podcast so that an expert might weigh in on the topic, so here ya go. I have always felt drawn to practicing divination through tarot card readings, but I am completely...

Episode 8 - How do I embrace Magick with a Neurospicy Brain?

Ask A Witch with Bellamy Black

SHOW NOTES PLEASE LIKE, FOLLOW AND SUBSCRIBE! Today's Listener Letter is sent in by "Can’t Sit Still in Cadillac". Dear Bellamy Black, I am disabled and on the spectrum. I want to practice magic but I am struggling to focus my attention. I know meditation is really important, but I find I really struggle with turning my brain off and just being silent. When I research different magic methodologies I can only really find information for neurotypical brain types. While I am able to utilize some of these techniques I find most of them to be challenging at best. I was wondering if you had...

Episode 7 - How can Sex Magick Transform your life?

Ask A Witch with Bellamy Black

SHOW NOTES PLEASE LIKE, FOLLOW AND SUBSCRIBE! Disclaimer: This episode of "Ask a Witch with Bellamy Black" is rated explicit and will explore the topic of sex magick with respect and professionalism. We recognize that discussions about sex can be triggering for some individuals. While this episode focuses on embracing natural sexual urges and does not delve into sexual trauma, we understand the importance of providing support for those affected by such experiences. If you or someone you know is experiencing sexual abuse, or dealing with mental health issues caused by sexual abuse and assault,...

Episode 6 - Am I Religious or just Spiritual?

Ask A Witch with Bellamy Black

PLEASE LIKE, FOLLOW AND SUBSCRIBE! Today's Listener Letter is sent in by "Settling into my Spirit Side". Dear Bellamy Black, The thought of religion and spirituality has me conflicted. Growing up, my family was very religious, almost to the point where some may say it was “cult-ish”. There were expectations of behavior and punishment or ridicule if I did not comply. At first, these methods of fear mongering completely turned me off religion of any kind. I identified as Atheist, for years, but in my older age I feel called to spirituality again. But I am not sure where to really...

Episode 5 - How do I embrace the Crone Archetype?

Ask A Witch with Bellamy Black

SHOW NOTES PLEASE LIKE, FOLLOW AND SUBSCRIBE! Today's Listener Letter is sent in by "Crone to the Bone". Hello Bellamy, I am an Elder Witch. I’ve been the Maiden, I’ve been the Mother, and now I am embracing my role as the Crone. It has been an interesting transition. What I love most of all, is that I have fully settled into who I am. I feel confident about my needs, desires, boundaries, and spirituality. To be blunt, it’s pretty freaking sweet. I am writing to you because I feel the archetype of “Crone” is severely overlooked, not only in the witching community, but...

Episode 4 - How do I use the Art of Glamour Magick?

Ask A Witch with Bellamy Black

PLEASE LIKE, FOLLOW AND SUBSCRIBE! Today's Listener Letter is sent in by "Fashionable in Frankfort". Dear Bellamy, I want to ask you about Glamour Magick. I heard this term recently, it resonated with me, but yet, I don’t know much about it. It is my understanding that to put a “glamour” on someone, is to make them see a person or an object as something that they are not. I feel like I do this, unintentionally, on a daily basis. See, my fashion style is what some would call eclectic. When I step out into the world...

Episode 3 - How has literature impacted witchcraft?

Ask A Witch with Bellamy Black

SHOW NOTES PLEASE LIKE, FOLLOW AND SUBSCRIBE! Today's Listener Letter is sent in by "Typing in Traverse City". Dear Bellamy, I am a writer/author and witchcraft enthusiast. While I appreciate the lifestyle of witchcraft, I do not, myself, practice. However, I have a vision of writing a YA fictional story about a young witchling. I wanted to “Ask a Witch” what your perspectives are on witches in literature and pop culture. Has Hollywood and book series portrayals helped or harmed the witchcraft community? Any insight will help guide my character development. Join Bellamy Black...

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Today's Listener Letter is sent in by "Metaphysically Minded in Manistee".

Dear Bellamy Black,

It has always been my dream to open my own metaphysical shop. Growing up in the 90’s I felt a romantic connection to the world of witchcraft, mostly encouraged by the tv shows and movies of my generation. One thing that really stood out to me was the occult store in the 1996 movie the craft. The store owner seemed ethereal, and powerful. She seemed wise and approachable. I longed for a shop that I could visit. A shop where I could offer myself as an apprentice to magic. But the closest I had was a head shop that sold incense. As I delved deeper into my craft, alone, I realized I longed for a place where I could feel community. A place where I could tell someone my dreams and discuss interpretations. A place where I could buy a cauldron or a rabbit's foot and not be looked at as some weirdo.

Currently I work for a corporate retail conglomerate…. I hate it. I've been reflecting on my life's trajectory and I keep going back to what spirit is telling me. Open up a Metaphysical store. So my question to you is this. Should I open a store? What are some of the challenges you face in your store? How were you received in your community? I am all ears and am eager to learn.

Thank you Bellamy!

Join Bellamy Black as she interviews Tanya Conrad, Owner of Rituals Holistic Beauty. In this captivating episode Bellamy discusses the ups and downs of owning a metaphysically minded business. Tanya, Owner of Rituals Holistic Beauty in Traverse City, Mi, offers her perspective on providing spiritual based services, while Bellamy looks at things through a spiritually based retail perspective. This engaging conversation delves into the responsibilities of a mindful business owner and how they are working to alter the current paradigm of capitalism.

Note from Host: Huzzah! This is our Second episode! We are so delighted to have made it to this point and can’t wait to see where this journey takes us. Huge Thank yous to our production crew and to our family and friends for showing up and supporting us! We couldn't have done this without you. A quick note about continuity: some of our guests refer to me as “Allie”, which is my everyday name, rather than “Bellamy”, which is my spirit name. Bellamy and Allie are actually one in the same, we will iron out this detail as we continue. Thank you for your understanding!

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