Some of the best stories are told at the dinner table with a delicious meal and good company. Dine with the Divine is a one stop shop if you crave conversations of mythology, magic, history and culture! Once a week, Ashley and a guest honor gods, sages, saints and iconic figures through storytelling, food, and drink. In the words of a Mexican proverb, "Conversation is food for the soul." Pull up a chair and come dine with us!
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Ashley Oppon
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history · religion & spirituality · religion & spirituality
The Brothers Grimm and a Veiled Princess with Frater Aaron
Ashley welcomes Aaron, the creator of the 'Sacred Lore of Witchcraft' podcast, to discuss fairy tales and storytelling. Aaron shares his fascination with fairy tales from childhood and how it led to creating his podcast. The conversation delves into the profound impact of fairy tales, cultural insights, and the often-untold historical context. They then explore the life and contributions of the Brothers Grimm, from their struggles with poverty to their eventual fame as collectors of folklore. The episode wraps up with a delightful retelling of the Grimm fairy tale 'Maid Malene' and a discussion about a traditional German rhubarb almond cake.
00:00 Welcome to Dine with the Divine
00:14 Meet Our Guest: Aaron
00:35 Aaron's Journey into Fairy Tales
03:10 The Symbolism in Fairy Tales
03:48 Cultural Insights from Fairy Tales
08:14 Dish of the Week: German Rhubarb Almond Cake
13:52 The Brothers Grimm
41:21 The Tale of Maid Malene
Frater Aaron is a graduate of the mystery school seminary of the Fellowship of the Phoenix, an initiate in Traditional Witchcraft, and a student of Hermeticism and classical grimoires.
He is the creator of Storybook Sacred Lore of Witchcraft, exploring magical wisdom in fairytales and classic literature.
Aaron's Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/737138947899216)
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Aaron's Website (https://lnk.bio/StorybookPodcast)
Aaron on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@storybookwitchcraft9087)
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5 Sept 2024
Animism and Artemis and Althaea Sebastiani
We delve into the mystical world of animism with special guest Althea Sebastiani, a full-time spirit worker and religious educator. Althea shares her personal journey into witchcraft, detailing how she developed her practice rooted in animism and witchcraft. They discuss the interconnectedness of all things, the importance of respecting and connecting with the land, and the spiritual realm. Althea also talks about her book 'Alive with Spirits,' which offers practical exercises to deepen one's spiritual practice. Additionally, the episode features a delicious corn dish recipe and an engaging discussion about the goddess Artemis.
00:37 Introducing Althea Sebastiani
12:46 Dish of the Week: Sumac and Sage Corn
14:41 Understanding Animism
39:41 Exploring the Deity Artemis
Althaea Sebastiani is a spiritworker and religious educator whose work focuses on helping people navigate the realities of deep spiritual practice. Their work is punctuated by strong emphasis on doing the work and encourages learning through direct experience. A spirit-led witch with nearly 30 years’ experience, their personal practice is land-based and devotional, focused on being responsive to the spirits of the land wherever their travels take them and doing right by the Gods Who have called them into Their service.
Althaea's Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/AlthaeaSebastiani)
@LadyAlthaea on Instagram (https://instagram.com/LadyAlthaea)
@LadyAlthaea on X (https://x.com/LadyAlthaea)
Althaea's Website (https://www.ladyalthaea.com/)
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Copyright 2025 Ashley Oppon
22 Aug 2024
Ritual and a Sumerian Sister Story with Deborah Lipp
In this episode of Dine with the Divine, host Ashley welcomes Deborah Lip, an experienced Wiccan high priestess and author, to delve into the elements of ritual, particularly the goddess Inanna. Deborah shares her journey in Wicca, and discusses the importance of understanding the deities one chooses to invoke. The show features a delicious recipe for lemon chicken from 'A Kitchen Witch's Cookbook' and explores the rich mythology of the Sumerian goddess Inanna. The episode also includes practical tips for structuring rituals and honoring deities, aimed at both beginners and advanced practitioners.
00:00 Welcome to Dine with the Divine
00:25 Introducing Deborah Lip
01:07 Deborah's Journey into Wicca
06:11 Dish of the Week: Lemon Chicken
09:01 Discussing 'The Elements of Ritual'
33:19 Exploring the Goddess Inanna
https://www.deborahlipp.com/about-me/
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Deborah 's Website (http://www.deborahlipp.com)
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Copyright 2025 Ashley Oppon
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