Whiskey Bent & Spellbound

About Whiskey Bent & Spellbound

Welcome to Whiskey Bent & Spellbound, where women embarking on fresh starts come to life. Join Certified Life Coach Rachael Whitefield and resident witchy-woman Jaki Black on an enchanting journey where they celebrate the art of beginning anew, learn about the subtle whimsey of whiskey, and explore the mystical world of magic through tarot card reading. In each episode, they delve into their (oftentimes) hilarious adventures about hitting the reset button on life; whether it's a career pivot, personal reinvention, or a quest for self-discovery. They discuss the highs, the lows, and the exceptional moments of magic that have shaped their journeys as they sip and savor a variety of whiskies while learning to enjoy life on their own terms. So, if you're a woman seeking a fresh start, a whiskey enthusiast, or just someone curious about the bewitching side of life, Whiskey Bent & Spellbound is your favorite go-to podcast.

Publisher

Black & Whitefield

Category

comedy · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

31 Oct 2023

Latest episode

17 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

73 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   17 Feb 2026

   THE ICK BEFORE THE UPGRADE: When Being a Beginner Bruises Your Ego

   This week, Jaki and Rachael are fully in their Adult Beginner Era… and it's humbling. From Rachael's adult beginner ballet class (aka her "weekly humiliation ritual") to both of them learning chess and attempting French on Duolingo, they're unpacking why starting something new — even something you want to do — can feel so uncomfortable. Why does being a beginner bruise the ego? Why are we more afraid of looking bad than actually being bad? And why do so many of us quit in the awkward middle? In this episode, the girls talk identity, embarrassment, the "valley of disappointment," and how to stay long enough to surprise yourself. Because maybe the ick isn't failure. Maybe it's growth. We're not bad. We're early. ♟️🩰🇫🇷

2. 

   20 Jan 2026

   NEW YEAR, WHO DIS?: Big Energy & Bigger Intentions in 2026

   Resolutions are cancelled in 2026. This week, besties Jaki and Rachael are doing things differently—ditching outdated "new year, new me" rules and stepping fully into intention. They each reveal their Word of the Year, what it means, and how they're setting themselves up for real success (not just January motivation). From mindset shifts to bold moves and long-game planning, this episode is all about clarity, confidence, and dreaming way bigger than before. Hint: the plans are BIG, the energy is aligned, and the bar has officially been raised.

3. 

   30 Dec 2025

   2025 BESTIES YEAR IN REVIEW: A Year Older, Wiser, & Still Unhinged

   It's time for Jaki and Rachael's annual Besties Year in Review—drinks poured, last year's episode reviewed, and honesty fully unlocked. The girls revisit their December 2024 selves to see how they actually did: what they accomplished, what they forgot they even wanted, and which goals quietly fell by the wayside. They reflect on how they've changed emotionally and mentally over the past year, what they tolerate less of, and how their priorities look different now. With equal parts humor, growth, and grace, this episode is about honoring where you were, celebrating how far you've come, and stepping into the next chapter—together.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.3 / 5

11 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 46 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

64

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

71

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