THE CIRCLE IS podCAST
Starring Rachel True and Mat Auryn, THE CIRCLE IS podCAST is a playful spiritual discussion series featuring interviews with authors and celebrities.
Rachel True is an American actress renowned for her roles in the witchcraft classic The Craft, Nowhere, and the stoner hit Half Baked, as well as her starring role in the TV series Half & Half, which earned her an NAACP award nomination. Beyond her acting career, True is a lifelong tarot practitioner, sharing her extensive knowledge through a unique tarot guidebook and deck set called True Heart Intuitive Tarot that emphasizes an intuitive approach. In her guidebook, she includes personal stories from her experiences in Hollywood, illustrating how the cards can provide unique insights based on individual circumstances. True’s deck is known for its beautiful, multicultural aesthetic. She resides in Los Angeles with her two Siamese cats, continuing to inspire with her blend of acting talent and mystical expertise.
Mat Auryn is an award-winning author and influential teacher in occultism and witchcraft. His international bestsellers, Psychic Witch and Mastering Magick, have been translated into over thirteen languages. Beyond writing, Mat worked many years as a professional psychic and tarot reader in Salem, Massachusetts. He contributes to specialized and mainstream publications, including a regular column in Witches & Pagans magazine. His work has been featured in Cosmo, Newsweek, The Boston Globe, Oprah Daily, and others. He is on the faculty at the Omega Institute of Holistic Studies. His books The Psychic Art of Tarot and Pisces witch are out this fall. Mat also co-owns Datura Trading Co. and Modern Witch University.
Rachel True Website: https://truehearttarot.com
Mat Auryn Website: https://auryn.net
Modern Witch Podcast Network: https://modernwitch.com
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True Heart Intuitive Tarot, Guidebook And Deck: https://a.co/d/9ZNyRu1
The Psychic Art of Tarot: Opening Your Inner Eye for More Insightful Readings: https://a.co/d/dUBT1bZ
Psychic Witch: A Metaphysical Guide to Meditation, Magick & Manifestation: https://a.co/d/bHelDwU
Mastering Magick: A Course in Spellcasting for the Psychic Witch: https://amzn.to/3VesGal
Pisces Witch: Unlock
the Magic of Your Sun Sign: https://a.co/d/cGqcG61
Episodes
35 episodes
S1 Ep35: Rock ’n’ Roll Occultism, Wicca, and Buckland’s Legacy w/ Jason Mankey
In this lost episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Rachel True and Mat Auryn welcome witchcraft author and third degree high priest Jason Mankey for a conversation that discusses the hidden history of music, where crossroads magick, hoodoo f...
S1 Ep34: Living Funerals, Ancestral Sound, and Liminal Music w/ Penelope Trappes
In this evocative episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Rachel True and Mat Auryn welcome Penelope Trappes—Australian-born, Brighton-based vocalist, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and sonic conjurer. Known for her immersive sounds...
S1 Ep33: Ancestor Veneration, Cycles of Power, and Magickal Resilience w/ Benjamin Stimson
In this stirring episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Rachel True and Mat Auryn are joined by Benjamin Stimson, award-winning writer, researcher, counselor, and author of Ancestral Whispers. Known for his work bridging folk magick,...
S1 Ep32: Spellcraft, Service, and Surviving Empire w/ T. Thorn Coyle
Join us for an empowering episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST with Rachel True and Mat Auryn as we welcome the incomparable T. Thorn Coyle. A lifelong magickal practitioner, activist, and author of both nonfiction and witchy fiction, Thor...
S1 Ep31: Manuscripts, Movie Witches, and the Politics of Magick w/ Heather Greene
In this compelling episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Rachel True and Mat Auryn sit down with Heather Greene, film historian, journalist, Llewellyn editor, and author of Lights, Camera, Witchcraft. Known for her work documentin...
S1 Ep30: I Ching, Tarot, and Taoist Magick w/ Benebell Wen
In this thought-provoking episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Rachel True and Mat Auryn welcome the brilliant Benebell Wen—lawyer, occult author, and practitioner of esoteric arts. Best known for Holistic Tarot, The Tao of Craft...
S1 Ep29: Symbols, Sigils, and Sacred Creativity w/ Laura Tempest Zakroff
In this lively episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Rachel True and Mat Auryn welcome the multi-talented Laura Tempes Zakroff—artist, author, performer, and modern traditional witch. Known for Sigil Witchery, Weave the Limina...
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S1 Ep 28: Folklore, Fairies, and the Craft of Wales w/ Mhara Starling
In this whimsical episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Rachel True and Mat Auryn sit down with Welsh witch and author Mhara Starling to uncover the rich world of Welsh folklore, fairies, and magick. Mhara takes us deep into the historical...
S1 Ep27: Intuition, Mediumship, and Legal Insight w/ Michelle Welch
Join Rachel True and Mat Auryn on this episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST as they welcome the brilliant Michelle Welch for a spirited and thought-provoking conversation. Michelle, award-winning author of The Magic of Connection ...
S1 Ep26: Decoding Lenormand, Symbolic Language, and Intuition w/ Erika Robinson
In this engaging episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Rachel True and Mat Auryn welcome Erika Robinson, author of The Language of Lenormand and creator of Erika's Lenormand of Hope. Erika, the first American author to wr...
S1 Ep25: Understanding Court Cards and Tarot Magick w/ Ethony Dawn
In this captivating episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Rachel True and Mat Auryn sit down with Ethony Dawn, a celebrated tarot author, teacher, and high priestess, to explore the fascinating world of tarot court cards. Ethony sheds light on the ...
S1 Ep24: Kitchen Witchery, Intentional Eating, and Food Magick w/ Dawn Aurora Hunt
In this nourishing episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Rachel True and Mat Auryn welcome Dawn Aurora Hunt, the brilliant mind behind Cucina Aurora Kitchen Witchery and a leading voice in kitchen witchcraft. Dawn shares her journey from growing up...
S1 Ep23: The Psychic Witch Retreat at Omega’s Sanctuary Hour w/ Mat Auryn
In this special episode, we’re bringing you a unique glimpse into the transformative energy of the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies in Rhinebeck, New York. Join me as I share a recording from Sanctuary Hour, a weekly gathering designed to h...
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S1 Ep22: Plants, Protection, and Practical Magick w/ Amy Blackthorn
In this blooming episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Rachel True and Mat Auryn sit down with the prolific Amy Blackthorn, celebrated author of the Blackthorn's Botanicals series and expert in the magick of plants. Amy shares her...
S1 Ep21: High Magick, Self-Discovery, and the Path of Wizardry w/ Naha Armády
Join us for an illuminating episode of The Circle Is Podcast as Rachel True and Mat Auryn welcome Naha Armády, head of faculty at the 22 Teachings School of Hermetic Science and Magickal Arts in Los Angeles. A devoted practitioner of t...
S1 Ep20: Necromancy, Mortuary Work, and Magick w/ Mortellus
Join us for an unforgettable episode of The Circle Is Podcast as Rachel True and Mat Auryn welcome Mortellus, a lineage third-degree Gardnerian high priestex, mortician, and necromancer known worldwide for their expertise in death care...
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S1 Ep19: Sacred Sexuality, Kink, and the Goddess w/ Gabriela Herstik
In this tantalizing episode of The Circle Is Podcast, Mat Auryn and Rachel True are joined by Gabriela Herstik—author, priestess, and co-creator of the Goddess of Love Tarot deck. Gabriela takes the conversation to the next le...
S1 Ep18: Representation, Empowerment, and Being a Better Witch w/ Aly Kravitz
In this empowering episode of The Circle Is Podcast, Mat Auryn and Rachel True sit down with Aly Kravitz, aka Bronx Witch and host of Better Witch Podcast, for a candid and insightful discussion that touches on everything from witchcra...
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S1 Ep17: Manifesting Magick, Humor, and Healing w/ Alec Mapa
In this hilarious and heartfelt episode of The Circle Is Podcast, Mat Auryn and Rachel True welcome actor, comedian, and America’s favorite Gaysian sweetheart, Alec Mapa! Alec brings his signature wit and charm to a lively conversation about ev...
S1 Ep16: Neuroscience, Intuition, and Tarot w/ Siddharth Ramakrishnan, PhD.
In this mind-expanding episode of The Circle Is Podcast, Mat Auryn and Rachel True are joined by neuroscientist, artist, and Tarot reader Siddharth Ramakrishnan, PhD, for a fascinating conversation on the intersection of science, art, and mysti...
S1 Ep15: Song, Sorcery, and Sacred Self-Expression w/ Zola Jesus
In this evocative episode of The Circle Is Podcast, Rachel True and MatAuryn are joined by Nika Rosa Danilova (better known by her stage name Zola Jesus) to dive deep into the intersection of music, magick, and spirituality. Nika shares the tra...
S1 Ep14: Mediumship, Magick, and Chronic Illness with Danielle Dionne
Join us for an insightful episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST as Mat Auryn and Rachel True welcome Danielle Dionne, psychic medium, witch, and author of Magical Mediumship and Chronically Magickal. Danielle shares her journey into mediumship, begi...
S1: Ep13: Extraterrestrials, Egregores, & Esoterica w/ Mitch Horowitz
Join us for an engaging episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST as Rachel True and Mat Auryn welcome Mitch Horowitz, a leading voice in occultism and mysticism. Mitch shares insights from his show Alien Encounters: Fact or Fiction, discussing how term...
S1 Ep12: Voodoo, Tarot, and Ancestral Magick with Lilith Dorsey
Join us for a spirited episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST with Rachel True and Mat Auryn as we welcome the dynamic Lilith Dorsey. As a renowned expert in Voodoo and witchcraft, Lilith guides us on a vibrant journey through the mystical streets of...
S1 Ep11: From Biker Bars to Tarot Stars with Theresa Reed
Join us for a lively episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST with Rachel True and Mat Auryn as we welcome special guest Theresa Reed, known as "the Tarot Lady." Theresa shares her incredible journey from bartending in a biker bar to becoming a profess...
