Well now, hasn't it been more than a good while since I've put up a new show!  I know it's been a long time and I thought this was the perfect time to really get myself into gear.  In this podcast I speak about Samhain and touch upon the topics of Change and Wholeness.  I hope you'll join me in rediscovering those parts of ourselves, our lives, our communities that only this time of the year can perhaps truly show.  We all endeavor to be something, let us be Brave and endeavor to be More.Lady Bless,LamykaUPDATE:I created a new yahoo group for all my listeners, please head on over there to have discussions or just to get to know one another.  It's still new so be patient!http://groups.yahoo.com/group/lamykaswiccanpodcast/

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Hey there everyone!  Here's your before Yule, Bed-cast! Straight from the horse's mouth as she lay sickie in bed with food poisoning.  Come and listen to my thoughts as I just sit--well lay-- and ponder over what has led me to where I am now, and the thoughts I have on the whole experience.  Also a bit of an assignment for my listeners so be sure to listen for that.  All in all have a great Holidays!

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this show explains it all!! according to me anyways (^_~)

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Happy Mother's Day Everyone! On today's show I talk about a bit about appreciating Mom and those who care for you. Not to mention a few announcements in the beginning of the show for all my listeners. Today's show includes "Lady" on the album Enchantress by Gypsy. Please feel free to check out her music, all my listeners know I like her style! The Main topic of this episode is Dreams and Dreaming. I discuss the differences between Prophetic Dreams as well as normal dreams. I don't bother delving into the Jung of it all however I do give some practical advice on keeping a record of your dreams and their meanings. I hope everyone has a great Mother's Day, and remembers to Honor The Goddess on this special day as well!

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Happy Beltaine everyone!! I hope everyone's enjoying this festive & colorful celebration of the "climax" of spring (^o~) Innuendos aside, this is one of the more distant sabbaths to my heart and yet the closest. May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii and a fun event all on it's own. I feature music from Emerald Rose with the track "Merry May Folk", and YES, I have been waiting all year to play that dang song! Gods know I love listening to it even out of season. I talk a little bit about what role Beltaine has for Pagans who aren't from a "seasons" country as well as identifying with what rings true for you. Either way have a fun and safe Beltaine. Also don't forget to check out the PPP roundtable discussion on Beltaine available on Shadowdance Podcast.

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Amongst many a tongue twist lies the overall theme: get out of the house and enjoy the oft warm weather!! In this episode I share my new plant finds, from my very own yard here in Japan. For images of the plants I talk about please visit here. It's in Japanese but the scientific names are written beside it in english. Also the initial music in the show is brought to you by Gypsy, with the track "We Want A World". I hope you get a few helpful hints about the plants I've found here in Japan, but if you are able to get out of the house or the office--even for a few minutes--then I've also done my job in promoting some fun in the sun!

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Hey there everyone! I hope you can join me for dinner as I share some of the thoughts that cross my mind as I eat. I've made three fried slices of spicy dough I made myself, as well as a shiitake mushroom, spinach, egg mix to go with it. Tastes better than it sounds! Or looks for that matter... haha. I talk about solidarity, the Pagan Community, and the sharing of energies. But most importantly I share my meal with you all, I hope you enjoy. Also please don't forget to share a meal with someone that matters to you.

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Welcome back everyone! After many complications I'm BACK!! Today's show is first just about small talk and little tidbits into what's going on in my life as welll as PPP. I play two promos one created by Peter of the Crooked Path for Proud Pagan Podcasters, as well as Tahlea Moonwater's promo for her show Wiccalogoy at MerryMeet.org. No music this time but I do mention two books that I think my listeners might find relevant to today's show as well as their Pagan Lives. The first one is "Illusions" by Richard Bach, and the second is "Stranger In A Strange Land" by Robert A. Heinlein. Both books touch upon the subject of Life, Death & Rebirth. In today's show I focus on what Karma, Dharma, and Reincarnation means. I delve a bit into what all three subject have to do with Hinduism, Neo-Paganism, as well as my own personal path. I talk about free will as well as a different look at what Karma means in relation to Rebirth. The Great Cycle we worship and what it means is left to my listeners to decide on their own. I'd also like to thank everyone for being patient with me, hopefully people wanting a new episode helped work some mojo on my broken sound editing program haha--WHATEVER WORKS! :-D

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Yes I know what you're all thinking, "WTF?", haha ok maybe not that severe but I'm sure that attitude is pretty close. I got back from Thailand and my recording program for the show STOPPED WORKING. All weeping aside, it might be a while 'til I get the show back on it's feet. However, don't despair! I'm working hard to get this problem fixed. I hope all my listeners had time to get on the Frappr Map not to mention have a great Ostara with family and friends, I know the Pagan Kids out there should love that festival (^o^) Be safe everyone and have a great weekend, I'll be back before you kow it!

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Today's show focuses on the ethics of charms and creating them for others. I also discuss "Harm None" and what it means. The show also features Japan Pagan announcements like Lon Milo Duquette being in Tokyo for a public lecture, hosted by Nihil Lodge of OTO Japan. Not to mention also my own announcements about the "Veg Out" campaign and the Frapper on the site (feel free to add yourself to the map folks!). I also feature the song "Fire In The Head" by Emerald Rose, I love their music! As always if you have $0.02 to add then feel free to drop me a line or leave me a comment on the site. You'll also notice the PayPal Donate button, don't be afraid to give me even just $5, any donation helps to keep this podcast up and running--every donation is greatly appreciated!

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This is the last in the "Light in Love" series. Anita and Sumudu's interview is finally completed as we discuss sex and it's role or lack thereof in a healthy relationship. Later I go on to talk about sex in relation to being Pagan as well as relationships in general. Also I make an announcement about my "Veg Out" campaign from Feb. 22nd to March 22nd, where I find out just how difficult being a vegetarian or vegan can be in Japan. My meals and recipes along with photos will be posted on another site for those interested (you may also email me, of course ;-). I also speak breifly about a collection of literature for Military Pagans down at the Okinawan Air Force Base. The best part of the show is saved for last as this episode has the outtakes from our interview. You might have noticed the map on the site, please feel free to add yourself. I'm really curious as to where all my listeners are coming from, not to mention the discussion boards available for those that sign up!

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This is the second installment of the "Light in Love" series containing the first half of the interview with Anita and Sumudu. The third part of this series will contain the last half of the interview and will be released on Feb. 24th as promised! I hope you are patient with the audio as this is my first "in the field" recording, not to mention that I used Anita's digital recorder! Sit back and enjoy the commentary. Also the music featured is "Magick" by Gypsy from the album Enchantress. Don't forget that you are welcome to give your thoughts on any episode by posting a comment or emailing me directly. The audio for this one is a bit soft during the interview but returns to louder good quality with the song--be advised! ;-)

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It has been a loooooong time since I put out a new episode! I hope everyone had a happy Imbolg with their family not to mention a *love*ly Valentines Day! In this episode I preview an interview that was too big to contain in just one podcast as well as talk about this episode's theme of "Light in Love" not to mention Cricket highlights. I cover the holidays I missed while bribing my listeners with Sugar Cookie recipes! So Sorry for the delay, it's been a bit hectic here. This show is also a THREE parter of the "Light in Love" series. Look for the second half containing the interview with my two friends Anita and Sumudu. I hope you enjoy the discussions I bring up as well as the topics about sharing the L-O-V-E. Songs included in the show are "Pehla Nesha" by Bally Sagoo (from the Bollywood movie "Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar") and "Woh Pehli Baar" from the Bollywood movie "Pyaar Mein Kabhi Kabhi". Don't forget to spend this special time of the year with those you love.

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I'm leavin' the books behind for this special podcast all about Mugwort, Magickal Confections, & Will Power. As a special Friday the 13th show (dedicated to my Mom) I talk about how Japan has in some ways made me a better witch and how the power of one's will can change your life entirely--but only when it's the right time and place. This episode's herb is Mugwort but instead of relying solely on the books I usually reference, I reference *gasp* MYSELF! And in doing so delve into thoughts about circumstance and will, not to mention a brief preview on magickal confections. One book I do showcase in this podcast is Herbal Remedies in Pots by Effie Romain & Sue Hawkey, a non-pagan creation but a wonderful resource nonetheless. I also wanted to take the time to thank not only PPP, my supporters, my family, but my listeners for all that they do for me, but more importantly what they do for each other and the Pagan Community.

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Whether in the Pagan Community or not people in general are bound to hit snags in their life. I'm joined in the episode by my friend Jonathan as we discuss his Agnostic/Universalist Unitarian/Whatevers view and begin to remember just how confusing and complicated religion can be. While this has more than a few dashes of humor it has a a very interesting and serious discussion at heart as to why some people when asked about their religion simply reply with "It's complicated." Also I give a few announcements about the show as well as talk a little more about Proud Pagan Podcasters and the support we're receiving from Pagan Musicians. Songs used in this podcast were "Summer Pump" by Cagey House and "Two Witches" by Gypsy on the album Enchantress. And of course if you want to buy or check out these artists just click the link. I hope everyone had a happy holidays and spent it with those you love. My next podcast won't be until next year--2006!! Have a happy New Year!!

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Arts and Crafts as well as kicking the sluggishness sometimes brought on by winter are discussed in this wintery podcast. Also I talk about the Internet and Pagans, mainly focusing on the growing sense that we as a Community are finally reaching out to one another. This episode features music from Len with "If You Steal My Sunshine, as well as music from an unknown artist. I felt bad about not knowing the artist for the other song however I do know that it was from a fund raising cd for Amnesty International so I put a plug for them as well. Also in reference to all my direct download listeners, I'm sorry that the file name is not as descript, the reason is that file management becomes horrendous. This is usually why I reccomend iTunes, it automatically updates and maintains any podcast that you subscribe to as well as giving you a full description of the theme of the episode itself. All said and done, I hope you enjoy~!

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Join me as I talk about Syncretism in Japan as well as syncretism's relationship with the Neo-Pagan community. I went on a loooong road trip to Miyajima for the Firewalking Festival, not to mention Hiroshima. This episode is more Wandering Pagan segment than anything else. Also I answer a few listeners questions, as well as posing a couple of my own! For those that asked about the herbal book I use, here's the link! Also below are the links to more information about Miyajima and HiroshimaMasterbook of Herbalism by Paul Beryl Miyajima Misen: Daishoin Temple Hiroshima Peace MemorialThis week's music was "Sun is Shining (Techno Remix)" by Bob Marley and "Sakura" by RevenG. (on a side note, please don't sue me for the music use :-P)

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This podcast features a second installment of the "interfaith" segment with an interview of a Hindu. My friend Guruji joins me in discussing interfaith issues as well as, Hinduism in general. Also this episode's major topic is Pagan Kids and Pagan Parenting. The sites featured are Pooka's Sandbox, Sacred Spiral, and Pagan Parenting.com. The books referenced are Raising Witches: Teaching the Wiccan Faith to Children by Ashleen O'Gaea and Circle Round: Raising Children in Goddess Traditions by Starhawk, Diane Baker, and Anne Hill.

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With Samhain coming up I designed this podcast to feature herbs and tarot cards that are related to this holiday's spirit. I speak on "Facing your fears and your past.", as well as how this relates to this episode's tarot card: The High Priestess. Today's herb/plant is the Ti Leaf. The referenced material for this episode is Tracy Porter's The Tarot Companion: An Essential Reference GuideLady Bless, Lamyka

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This episode is the first expose of my interfaith segment, I sit down and talk with one of my Indonesian Muslim friends about all sorts of issues and topics, ranging from interfaith cooperation to little appreciated facts about Islam. Also featured, as is represent by the banner, is a special plea to the Pagan Community on behalf of Darla Wynne. Please check and look for more information at Exploring the Cauldron, and also at the Darla Wynne Fund Site for further information. This episode's a little heavier than normal but I feel it's worth it.

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Jam packed (don't worry you'll get the pun later) with recipes as well as discussions, this episodes truly speaks to those already sitting on the couch. This podcast is quite different from my last one and definitly is a lot calmer. I talk about pagan books, new recipes, as well as my Cafepress Store. The main topic however is Pagan Holidays and their prescence (or lack thereof) on Calendars. Also, this week's featured herb is Marjoram.

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Between deleting half an interview, deleting the ENTIRE podcast, and moving to a new place I seem to have contracted the craaaaazies! In this episode I go over the uses of Aloe as well as introducing a new herbalist term. Also I inserted a couple of recipes that I'm sure everyone out there is going to enjoy. This episode's Wandering Pagan segment talks about Japanese department stores. All Music by me, Enjoy~!

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Paul joins us once again for the Wandering Pagan section to talk about autumnal foods of Japan. He shares with us different dishes that are simply divine~! I also go on to share some information about the Fool card in Tarot. Special thanks go out to Brian from Emerald Rose for letting me play "Pagan Girl". Music used: Pagan Girl by Emerald Rose, & Ode to Autumn by Me

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The second podcast covers uses and descriptions of Kava. Also for the Wandering Pagan segment me and Paul travel to the Full Moon Mochi festival here in Japan. Paul also joins me later on to discuss today's main topic of Indigenous People's religions and the Neo-pagan community.

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