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How To Be Magical

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by Soul Things Botanica

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How To Be Magical is an East Coast-based podcast where host Nikki Buchanan of Soul Things Botanica sits down with priests, healers, and practitioners across the African Diaspora to unpack the realities of spiritual traditions—far beyond the aesthetics. Since 2020, we’ve recorded 40+ episodes with Lucumí priests, Isese initiates, Hoodoo rootworkers, Espiritistas, Reiki masters, astrologers, and tarot readers. No fluff, no dogma—just raw conversations ✨ Let's Connect 🔮 IG: @howtobemagicalpodcast X: @howtobemagical For show notes and exclusive content, head over to soulthings.substack.com

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June 26, 2026

State of The Union: Sacral Summer

<p>After a year-long hiatus - we&#39;re back!! </p><p>In this episode, host Nikki Buchanan shares what she&#39;s been up to, from school to merch drops to spending time with family. </p><p>Now more than ever, community and joy are a necessary part of survival. </p><p>Speaking of community, our family and former guests of the pod are doing some amazing things!</p><p>Subscribe to Devante&#39;s Substack - https://babaobz.substack.com/</p><p>Check out Iya Osundara&#39;s new urban romance series - https://a.co/d/0gaGJr6x</p><p>Join Sharifa&#39;s mentorship portal - https://agenos.thinkific.com/courses/agenosmembership</p><p><br></p><p>New merch is available at soulthingsbotanica.com - tote bags, tank tops, t-shirts, and jewelry. &quot;Hoodoo is a Closed Practice&quot; and &quot;1-800 EGGUN&quot; items are available right now. Join the newsletter for notifications about upcoming drops.</p><p><br></p><p> STAY CONNECTED</p><p>Subscribe to The Boneyard on Substack to read longform articles and opinion pieces - soulthings.substack.com IG - @soulthingsbk</p><p>TikTok - @soulthingsbk</p><p>Twitter - @xdecadent</p><p>Facebook - Soul Things Botanica<br></p><p><br></p>

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May 29, 2025

The Spiritual Art of Tea with Tea of Grandma Baby Apothecary

<p>In this captivating episode of How to Be Magical, host Nikki Buchanan sits down with Tea, the visionary behind Grandma Baby Apothecary and creator of the Black Gold Lenormand and 52 Blues Oracle decks. Tea shares her journey into Hoodoo, revealing how ancestral connections and spiritual reliance shape her creative work.</p><p>The discussion delves into the heart of Hoodoo, dispelling misconceptions and emphasizing its role as a practice of listening, community, and spiritual rebirth. Tea reflects on the importance of family stories, archival research, and honoring the grandmothers who guide us. She also explores the inspiration behind her divination decks, highlighting their role as bridges to the past and tools for self-discovery. Listeners are treated to insights on decolonizing spirituality, the power of Black storytelling, and the profound impact of Tea’s art.</p><p><strong>Connect with Tea</strong><br><a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-teas-safe-relocation-journey">Tea’s Safe Relocation Gofundme</a><strong> 🚨</strong></p><p><strong>IG:</strong> <a href="http://instagram.com/grandmababyapothecary">grandmababyapothecary</a><br><strong>Substack:</strong><a href="https://grandmababyapothecary.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"> grandmababyapothecary.substack.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://open.substack.com/users/7605602-grandma-baby-apothecary?utm_source=mentions" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Grandma Baby Apothecary</a><br><a href="http://grandmababyapothecary.com/">grandmababyapothecary.com</a></p>

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May 22, 2025

Bad Dominicana Decoded: How Zahira Cabrera Rewrites the Rules

<p>In this compelling episode of How to Be Magical, host Nikki Buchanan welcomes Zahira Cabrera—activist, artist, and the voice behind Bad Dominicana—for a candid and thought-provoking conversation about survival, feminism, and reclaiming identity. Zahira shares her deeply personal journey, from enduring emotional abuse and racism in her marriage to becoming a global advocate for Black Latinx women. She recounts how her viral hashtag, #MaybeHeDoesntHitYou, shed light on the insidious nature of non-physical abuse, resonating with countless women and even leading to a TED Talk in Mexico. </p><p>The episode delves into the flaws of mainstream feminism, critiquing its elitism, performative sex positivity, and failure to protect marginalized women, especially young girls facing coercion and exploitation. Zahira challenges respectability politics, emphasizing that anger is justified and necessary when fighting systemic oppression. She also reflects on the complexities of motherhood, describing how raising her autistic daughter deepened her activism and exposed the harsh realities Black mothers face, from societal disdain to institutional neglect. </p><p>Art and cultural identity weave through the conversation as Zahira discusses her evocative watercolor paintings, which capture the essence of Caribbean life while honoring faceless, diasporic figures. She reveals how her creative roots trace back to her mother, a seamstress whose unrealized dreams in fashion mirror the erasure of Black and Latinx talent. The episode closes with Zahira’s vision for the future—her return to fashion and her unapologetic commitment to uplifting Black and Afro-Latina voices. </p><p>Blending humor, vulnerability, and sharp critique, this episode is a rallying cry for self-liberation, artistic expression, and the transformative power of speaking one’s truth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Support Zahira’s Art &amp; Activism </strong></p><p>Shop: <a href="https://shopzahirakelly.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">shopzahirakelly.com</a><br>IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bad_dominicana2.0/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">@Bad_Dominicana2.0</a> <br>Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/bad_dominicana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">@Bad Dominicana</a> <br>Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/bad_dominicana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Bad_Dominicana</a> <br><a href="https://delivery.shopifyapps.com/-/06ae5193f5886e97/f2743af87ea92d8a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Download ‘The Alt Domi Mixtape’</a><br><a href="https://soundcloud.com/bad_dominicana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Soundcloud </a></p>

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What is How To Be Magical?

How To Be Magical is an East Coast-based podcast where host Nikki Buchanan of Soul Things Botanica sits down with priests, healers, and practitioners across the African Diaspora to unpack the realities of spiritual traditions—far beyond the aesthetics.

Since 2020, we’ve recorded 40+ episodes with Lucumí priests, Isese initiates, Hoodoo rootworkers, Espiritistas, Reiki masters, astrologers, and tarot readers. No fluff, no dogma—just raw conversations ✨

Let's Connect 🔮 IG: @howtobemagicalpodcast X: @howtobemagical For show notes and exclusive content, head over to soulthings.substack.com

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates weekly.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

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