Ashley Ryan, with help from TikTok occultist "Pythian Priestess," hosts a podcast that goes inside the world of the Occult, through stories and interviews from the most magical practitioners in the world today.
This podcast lifts the veil of the occult as Ashley reveals secret rituals, strange experiences, and miracles. By the end of each podcast, the rest of us get a non-judgmental look into these controversial, even scary, spiritual beliefs and practices.
Ashley’s Favorite Witchy Recipe!
Cucumber Tea Sandwiches are healing sandwiches with the power of the moon, but also increase psychic abilities of Mercury. I make a vegan version of this popular recipe but for non-vegans, you can make it with plant based products. Ashley and Pythian love eating these after ritual!
1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
A loaf of vegan bread (white ideally)
1/2 cup vegan cream cheese
½ cup of vegan mayonaise
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 finely chopped celary
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
You can learn more witchy recipes from a kitchen grimoire called The Witch’s Feast, by Melissa Jayne Madara. It describes cooking for different moon cycles, zodiac signs, planets, planetary as well as solatices and equinoxes. Bon appetit!!
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EPISODES
Episode 1 — 3/1/22
Michelle Belanger, one of the world’s most prominent occult practitioners shares her incredible journey, growing up in the ‘70s as an intersex, queer person, becoming a spokesperson for vampyre culture and working on TV sets as an occultist.
Episode 2 — 3/8/22
Michael W. Ford, a practitioner and author of Apotheosis: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Luciferianism & the Left-Hand Path, provides context on the extremely controversial and misunderstood practice of Luciferianism. Michael explains how Luciferianism is a path to a higher state of consciousness and not a justification for evil.
Episode 3 — 3/15/22
Hollywood’s “Good Witch” and psychic medium, Patti Negri shares some of her astonishing experiences on film sets including Ghost Adventures, her medium work at the infamous Cecil Hotel, and how connecting the mind, body, and spirit is essential for magickal work.
Episode 4 — 3/22/22
Rock & Roll yoga master Nish, an expert on Eastern religions and teacher of all things esoteric, shares how he incorporates mainstream culture into his teachings. Nish dives into the nature of evil, explaining that people who commit evil acts are actually doing so from a limited amount of love.
Episode 5 — 3/29/22
D’Mitry, a respected #Witchtoker, hereditary “Hoodoo Man” shares secret knowledge on African Traditional Religions. D’Mitry’s spiritual work centers around connecting people to their ancestors and herbal or “root” workings. D’Mitry also explains how one could justify potentially harmful magick.
Episode 6 — 4/5/22
Scarlett Amaris, a witch dedicated to the Goddess Hekate and an esoteric scholar, shares her experiences as a high-priestess. Scarlett explains how she has fused her occult knowledge into her job as a Hollywood screenwriter, most notably Color Out of Space with Nicholas Cage.
Episode 7 — 4/12/22
Marco Visconti, a lifelong partitioner of Western Esotericism as an initiate of Thelema and Freemasonry, discusses everything from being baptized by the Pope to being targeted by extremists in the occult community. Marco explains how sex magick is the most powerful way to engage with magick and can be “a shortcut to talking to gods”.
Episode 8 — 4/19/22
Salvatore Santoro, a witch, occult educator, and co-owner of the “The Crooked Path” apothecary in Los Angeles, reveals with brutal honesty on how magick transformed his life forever and what it is like being “a witch for hire.”
Episode 9 — The Occult Through a Scientific Lens — 4/26/22
Many people think that the occult is "hocus pocus" when the occult sciences inform our modern scientific method today. However, there is a rift in our world right now between fact and faith, between science and religion. In this episode, guests from season 1 share their thoughts about the compatibility of science and the occult.
Episode 10 — Niketta Scott—Cursed at Birth — 5/3/22
Niketta Scott, a witch, living in Los Angeles, was cursed with Mal Ojo (Evil Eye) as a baby and how her mother saved her life. Niketta shares her spiritual journey and how she came to accept her psychic gifts.
Episode 11 — Chasing Ghosts—Marc Hartzman & Rebecca Lazaroff — 5/10/22
Marc Hartzman, connoisseur of the bizarre, describes his research into the paranormal. Rebecca, part of Marc’s research, shares her intergenerational experiences with the unseen.
Episode 12 — Conjuring Spirits with Jason Miller — 5/17/22
Jason Miller has studied the occult for over 35 years across continents. Jason shares his personal occult experiences with Hekate; and his unique approach on integrating ceremonial magic, folk magic, and demonology.
Episode 13 — Magick was My Secret — 5/24/22
Drake Stevens, raised Christian in the American south broke free from the cultural norms to practice magick. Drake and Ashley attended undergrad together, and it was Ashley who inspired Drake to study the occult.
Episode 14 — Secrets of Tarot-Sasha Graham — 6/7/22
Sasha Graham, a world-renowned tarot expert who shares with us the secret of Tarot. Sarah explains how the symbols in Tarot are us and how they tell the story of our lives.
Episode 15— Magickal Activism-Michael M. Hughes — 6/14/22
Michael M. Hughes is the creator of the “Spell to Bind Donald Trump,” the largest international magical spell in history. He shares with us how magick can be used to achieve social justice.
Episode 16 — Daydream Believin’-Mitch Horowitz — 6/21/22
Mitch Horowitz, an award-winning esoteric writer/orator, shares his thoughts on what a “positive mental attitude” and New Age actually mean, to his practice of modern Satanism, and his upcoming book.
Episode 17 — The Devil’s Music—Peter Bebergal — 6/28/22
Peter Bebergal, an author of fringe cultures, summons for us the long shadows of Rock N' Roll's past with musicians like Black Sabbath and David Bowie to uncover the occult influences that still exist with us today.
Episode 18 — Priestess of Oya—Mawiyah Bomani — 7/12/22
Mawiyah Kai EL-Jamah Bomani is a Spirit Woman, Priestess of OYA in the Yoruba system of spirituality Mawiyah teaches us about African Traditional Spirituality.
Episode 19 — Lifting the Veil-Behind the Microphone — 7/19/22
This week on Occult Unveiled, Ashley walks you through how an episode is made from start to finish. Find out who is behind the Occult Unveiled and how they work together to bring you weekly content!
Episode 20 — Shadow Experiences & Ghost Stories — 7/26/22
Our guests share what their most frightening occult experiences were! Grab your protection crystals and cleaning water because you’re going to want it!
Episode 21 — Spiritually Curious (Q&A) — 8/2/22
Ashley and Pythian Priestess answer your deepest questions submitted to us on social media.
Episode 23 — Baba Yaga & Slavic Witchcraft — Madame Pamita — 9/27/22
Madame Pamita, a Ukranian diaspora witch, shares the history behind the witch of the wood, Baba Yaga and the hidden history behind everyday witchcraft (sewing, cooking, & more) in Eastern Europe.
Episode 24 — Kali, Yoginis & The Divine Feminine — Gregory Peters — 10/4/22
Gregory Peters, a devotee of the Goddess Kali, shares how he connects to the Feminine Divine as a man, what non duality is, and why he believes women are a sacred earthy embodiment of the Goddess Jai Devi!
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Episode 25 — Living a Magickal Lifestyle with Alexis, The Glamour Witch — 10/11/22
Alexis, a Singer/Songwriter in Los Angeles, shares her spiritual journey, how magick is a part of everything she does, and has become a lifestyle.
Episode 26 — Aetherius Society & The Cosmic Masters — Reverend Paul Nugent— 10/18/22
Reverend Paul Nugent is the director of a new religious movement that claims to be in contact with extraterrestrial intelligences, known as the “Cosmic Masters”.
Episode 6 — Bewitching & Enchanting with James Vincent & Anna Biller — 10/25/22
To create is to do magick. James Vincent, make-up artist, and Anna Biller, director of The Love Witch (2016), share how they use magick in the creation of their art!
Episode 28 — Mastering Magick with Mat Auryn — 11/1/22
Mat, occult educator, a high priest int he Sacred Fires Tradition of Witchcraft, shares with us his new best-selling book and a never before heard annoouncement!
Episode 29 — Beyond Death with Tracey Walker — 11/9/22
Tracey, a queer and eclectic witch who works as a death doula helping people die with grace and dignity.
Episode 30 — Folk Catholocism with Kristal Negron — 11/15/22
Kristal, a mixed indigenous Taino folk practitioner from Puerto Rico shares her Catholic folk practice and traditional culture from the Caribbean.
Episode 31 — Living the Spiritual Lifestyle with Adrieh Vitimus — 11/29/22
Adrieh, author of Hands on Chaos Magick, shares the ups and downs of living life as a magician and how he combines his background in science into his magickal lifestyle.
Episode 32 — Becoming a Priestess with Isidora Forrest — 12/6/22
Isidora, Priestess of the International Fellowship of Isis and author or ISIS MAGIC, discusses the steps and foundations of what it means to be a priestess.
Episode 33 — Defining Lilith with Stephanie Spoto — 12/13/22
Stephanie, author of Lilith, Gender and Demonology, dives into the depths of the dark feminine, Lilith’s mysterious history, and how the dark goddess has once again risen into our modern consciousness.
Episode 34 — Winter Solstice 2022: Q&A with Ashley & Pythian — 12/20/22
Unveil the answers to questions like, “What are the best books for beginners?”, “Why are starseeds problematic?”, and “Where does Ashley buy her clothes?” Listen in and find out if your questions was answered!
Episode 36 — Love, Sex, & the Occult with Penny Slinger and Newlyweds— 2/14/23
Uncover the sacred mysteries of sexuality and romance with Penny Slinger and newlyweds Danielle and MacKaslin Wright!
Episode 35 — Mayfair Witches with Annabeth Gish — 1/17/23
In a special episode, Ashley sits down with Annabeth Gish, who plays Deirdre Mayfair in Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches, the second series in the Anne Rice Immortal Universe currently airing Sundays at 9:00 pm ET/PT on AMC and AMC+. Annabeth shares details how she manifested her role as Deirdre Mayfair and her most magical moments on set in New Orleans.
Episode 37 — Paw-some Intuition with Pet Psychic Lydia Hiby— 2/21/23
As a pet psychic, Lydia talks to dogs, cats, and even horses! Lydia shares her insights into the thoughts, feelings, and needs of our beloved animals.
Episode 38 — Beyond the Horoscope with Debra Silverman— 2/28/23
Debra Silverman shares her insights on Astrology and the Human Psyche. She explains how our astrological signs influence our personality traits, relationships, and life path and your personal journey.
Episode 39 — Beyond the Veil: Insights into Mediumship with Chip Coffey — 3/7/23
Renowned medium Chip Coffee from Kindred Spirits discusses his upbringing in a devout Catholic family and how his spiritual gifts developed. Chip shared his experiences and insights on how to reconcile religion and spirituality and how they can coexist.
Episode 40 — Musical Alchemy: Exploring the Magic of Music with Candi Carpenter and Cassandra Lewis — 3/14/23
Singer-songwriters Candi Carpenter and Cassandra Lewis share the healing and transformative power of music. How they use music as a tool for creating art that speaks and heals the soul.
Episode 41 — The Art of Mexican Witchcraft: Exploring Brujeria and Santa Muerte with Valeria Ruelas — 3/21/23
Valeria Ruelas shares her family traditions from the rituals and practices passed down through generations to the modern-day. Valeria offers a unique perspective on the power of popular folk saint Santa Muerte.
Episode 42 — Satanism and the Power of Rebellion with Shea Bile — 3/28/23
Shea unpacks the parallels of Nietzchean philosophy and Satanism in modern society. He explores how these dark philosophies can help individuals find power, purpose, and a sense of personal sovereignty.
Episode 43 — The Power of Personalized Spell Work with Sal & Popi — 4/4/23
Sal and Popi guide listeners on how to craft their own personalized spell work through their extensive knowledge and expertise in the occult. They share tips for building effective and intentional magic that aligns with your unique goals and desires.
Episode 44 — Exploring the Mysteries of Magick: Listener Q & A — 4/11/23
Ashley and Pythian Priestess answer listeners’ questions on all things magic and the occult. They offer guidance and advice on how to navigate the complexities of the occult world and harness the power of magic in your own life.
Episode 45 — Dead Hot Witches with GG Magree — 6/20/23
GG Magree was co-host of the "Dead Hot" witchy documentary alongside her bestie, Vanessa Hudgens. But that's just the beginning of her story. Since the documentary, GG has been on a journey of discovery, exploring her deep fascination with witchcraft and the occult. Now, she's ready to share how this has influenced her music and electrifying live performances.
Episode 46 — Unveiling the Amityville Horror with Director, Jack Riccobono — 6/27/23
Take a deep dive with Ashley and Jack as they explore the story of the murder house that captured the American imagination. Together, they search for the truth behind the infamous Amityville haunting, examining its lasting impact on pop culture and the paranormal.
Episode 47 — Your Aura is a Rainbow with Genevieve Leiding — 7/11/23
Explore the fascinating world of aura photography with Ashley and Genevieve Leiding, the owner of an aura photography studio. Genevieve shares the meaning of different colors and how this information can be used to understand and heal ourselves.
Episode 48 — Dance and Witchcraft with Pleasant Gehman — 7/18/23
Pleasant Gehman is a witch, author burlesque performer, and author. She shares personal experiences incorporating witchcraft into her dance performances. And how both practices can empower individuals and challenge societal norms.
Episode 49 — A Witches Feast with Melissa Madara — 7/25/23
Melissa Madera shares her expertise on kitchen witchery and how it can be incorporated into our daily lives. We will learn about the power of intention in cooking and how to create magic using herbs and spices. Melissa also cooks one of her favorite recipes from her grimoire, The Witch’s Feast.
Episode 50 — The Healing Arts of Reiki and Hypnotherapy with Kristen Eykel — 8/1/23
Dive into holistic healing with Kristen Eykel, an experienced Reiki Master and Hypnotherapist. Kristen shares her healing journey and the profound impact these practices have had on her life.
Episode 51 — Mystic Mentors: Manly P. Hall & Ronnie Pontiac — 8/8/23
Discover the secret teachings of the mystic, Manly P. Hall and their lasting impact on Ronnie Pontiac's spiritual evolution. Uncover their mentor-student relationship in metaphysics, alchemy, and the pursuit of higher consciousness.
Episode 52 — Tales of a Haitian Vodou Priestess — 8/15/23
Sabree is a Manbo Asogwe, a priestess in the Haitian Vodou religion. She is a teacher, spiritual mother, mentor, and diviner. Sabree shares the importance of being a mambo in her craft as the carrier of the Haitian lineage and culture.
Episode 53 — Crystal Clear: Exploring the Power and Magic of Crystals with Crescent Crystal Cast — 8/22/23
Amy and her cast explore the fascinating world of crystals and their use in healing, manifestation, and spiritual practices. This team shares tips and tricks on how to use crystals and how to spot fake ones!
Episode 54 — Rocking The Occult with Icarus Witch and Charming Disaster — 8/29/23
Explore the intersection between music and the occult with special guests Icarus Witch and Charming Disaster. We delve into how these two bands incorporate occult themes and imagery into their music.
Episode 55 — Sam & Colby’s Hell Week Reflections — 10/31/23
Sam and Colby share personal details about their harrowing experience in the Conjuring House and how Pythian Priestess ritually cleansed them and the surprises they all encountered.
Episode 56 — Blood Sex Magic with Bri Luna — 11/7/23
Bri Luna, the creator of TheHoodWitch, introduces her new book, "Blood Sex Magic," and delves into ancestral veneration and the artistry of magic.
Episode 57 — Dancing In The Dark with Twin Tribes— 11/14/23
Twin Tribes, the goth alternative band, weaves the occult into their lyrics and music whisper secrets, inviting you into a world where music becomes a powerful ritual.
Episode 58 — Harnessing Nature's Magic Panel — 11/21/23
Herbalists, Chris Young, Susan Ottaviano, and Colby Michael share their knowledge of nature and the world of green witchcraft, sharing insights on working with plants, including the secrets of poisonous ones.
Episode 59 — Priestess of Gaia’s Psychedelic Wisdoem — 11/28/23
Priestess of Gaia, Elle Evans, leads you into the world of plant medicine, exploring the spiritual dimensions of altered states of consciousness and their connection to the natural world.
Episode 60 — Self Care & Witchcraft with Chelsea Selby — 12/12/23
Chelsea Selby, the CEO of Witchy Baby Soap, shares her journey in creating an occult-inspired and witch-made bath and body line.
Episode 61 — HEADLINE: Witch Hunt 2023 — 12/19/23
Beck Lawerence made national headlines when a local police chief visited Lawerence’s storefront, informing them that fortune telling is illegal. Beck shares their experience and updates in this ongoing story that threatens the freedom of religion.
Episode 62 — Secrets of the Winter Solstice — 12/26/23
.Celebrate the magic of the Winter Solstice with Welsh Witch Mara Starling to unveil the secrets and syncretism of the winter solstice, sharing wisdom and insights into this mystical season.