"What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" is a question Mary Oliver kicked off that The Violet Vulture plans on picking it up from there. The Violet Vulture is a podcast hosted by Emmy C-G. This podcast is the byproduct of Emmy's ever-evolving commitment to living well, dying well, and living life as sensuously as possible. Emmy enjoys using their multi-disciplinary background to inform, guide, and use stories to find some direction amid chaos. Expect solo episodes on lifestyle, life updates, spirituality, advice, the spooky and esoteric, and life, death, and rebirth. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/soy-emmy/support
Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In today’s bonus episode, I’m joined by Ashley Gross aka @ewdatsgross ! our resident local weirdo. 👽
Just in time for spooky season, we chat about the following and then some:
How Halloween has been feeling too consumerism-heavy over recent years and how Ashley is trying to combat that this season
How there are benefits of arthouse horror popping off for horror overall
We spend the bulk of the episode building out a list of our favorite horror films that fall into particular sub-genres
We discuss some horror icks and what we personally love in horror
And the types of horror we wish we were getting more of these days
If you're ready for a conversation between weirdos talking about some of our favorite scary movies, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode and in our final installment of the season, Embracing Duality, I’m joined by Nicole of Into the Feral (she/her).
Located in the Avondale neighborhood of Chicago, Into the Feral is a thoughtfully curated retail store full of home goods, apothecary items, jewelry and treasures. When you walk in the vibe is instantaneous. The energy in this little shop is palpable, and the magic comes back with each cup of tea you make, fragrance you use, or necklace worn. From the witchy-chic you can’t live without, to the simple gift for someone special, you’ll find offerings that celebrate both shadow and light. If you are looking to transform YOU or your space into a delightful sanctuary, look no further than Into the Feral.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're ready for a conversation between two feral 'n witches who get real and laugh a ton, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, I’m joined by Kelly-Ann Maddox (she/her). Kelly-Ann is an award-winning professional cardslinger, spiritual counsellor, witchcraft mentor, best-selling author. She specialises in sovereign spirituality, chaos magick, shadow work and self-love.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're ready for a conversation between two Sag Sun/Virgo Moon/Air Risings that’s radical, political, challenge, and full of heart, this one is for you.
Kelly-Ann’s Website: https://www.kelly-annmaddox.com/
Kelly-Ann’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyann_maddox/
Kelly-Ann’s YouTube
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We Will Not Cancel Us
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
I’m solo behind the mic to discuss something I’ve been asked often since stepping out of the broom closet: my budding relationship with pagan deities.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
Angelica Cresci’s website - https://www.angelicacresci.com/
Jess’s Kore-Persephone devotional Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/arrhetoskoura/
Jess’s devotional blog for the goddess Persephone - https://ineffablemaiden.wordpress.com/
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, I’m joined by Brit Star (she/her) of Sword + Stone. Brittany Starr is a channel and storyteller. She’s the Tech Goddess at Sword + Stone where she teaches tech skills for creatives and business witches.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're ready for a conversation that’s as business and techie as it is spiritual and down-to-earth, this one is for you.
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Brit’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sword.and.stone/
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
Today, I’m joined by Luna Seranova (she/her). Luna is an author, actress, glamour witch, and Freyja devotee with a mission to demystify the taboo.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
Also, we have another giveaway for y’all! We are giving away a signed copy of Luna's book, Dark Moon, New Moon. Here are a few ways you're able to enter to win:
The deadline is Friday, August 2nd to get your entry in for this giveaway. May the odds be ever in your favor!
If you're ready to embrace your inner psychompomp-glamour-witch, this one is for you.
Luna’s Website https://www.lunaseranova.com/
Luna’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lunaseranova/
Luna’s Podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/luna-seranova
Additional social links https://linktr.ee/lunaseranova
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, I'm joined by Dette Deveaux, The Abstract Witch (she/they)! Dette is a witchcraft educator committed to integrating the mystical with the mundane.
And we have a giveaway for you! Anyone who leaves a comment on this episode on Spotify or a written review on Apple Podcasts is entered to win a 30-minute tarot reading OR a witchy consult with Dette. Please screenshot your comment or review and send it to emmy@soyemmy.com to ensure yours is entered successfully. Entries close on July 31, 2024, so enter while you can!
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you've been wondering what the most basic form of magick any/all of us ought to be prioritizing right now, this one is for you.
Deets on Dette:
Dette's website.
Dette's Instagram.
Dette's YouTube.
The Goblin King Players.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
This episode is a little different. I'm back from my hiatus and mixing it up by being interviewed by my dear friend and colleague in the creative arts: Emmy Bean.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you've been wondering where the hell I've been (loca) and what the deal is with being a self-professed Final Girl, this one is for you.
About Our Guest Host:
Emmy Bean (she/her) is a singer and performer whose interdisciplinary work combines improvisation, conversation, folk tunes, narrative, poetic inquiry, fabricated histories and embodied expression. Her most recent project Her Only Light is an illumination of the songs of Connie Converse, staged arranged for vocalist and chamber ensemble. She writes songs, sings, and improvises with 80 Foots and The Possible. She performed in Facility Theater’s Little Match Girl Passion and created sound and music for their production of Phoebe in Winter. She has collaborated with Opera-Matic, Theater Oobleck, the Neo-Futurists, Beyond This Point, and ~Nois saxophone quartet. Her solo show You’re His Child has been seen at the Pivot Arts Festival and Rhino Fest here in Chicago. She holds a Masters degree in Interdisciplinary Art from Columbia College Chicago.
Her Only Light:
On the occasion of Connie Converse’s 100th birthday, Emmy will be performing Her Only Light, a staged and orchestrated illumination of the art songs and folk songs of Connie Converse. These will be performed as interconnected chamber theatrical works, featuring Emmy as vocalist. The songs are arranged and conducted by composer and multi-instrumentalist Ronnie Kuller for a 6-piece ensemble of violin, viola, cello, harp, and clarinets. Story quilts created by artist Lizi Breit guide the audience through the worlds created by Connie Converse and the people and ideas that inhabit them.
After the concert there will be a celebration –with cake!– and an array of Connie’s songs performed by a cavalcade of musicians who have been influenced by her trailblazing work and enduring legacy: Angela James, Emma Hospelhorn, Ami Saraiya, Eiren Caffall, Lawrence Tome, Tom Musick, Chris Schoen, Stacy Erenberg, Julie Pomerleau and more. For more information, visit heronlylight.com.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
Today's conversation features the incomparable Angelica Cresci (she/her).
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're ready to ditch wishing and revisit your old notions around spells, deities, and manifestation, this one is for you.
Angelica's Website.
Angelica's Instagram.
Angelica's podcast, Diaries of a Witch.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
Today, we've got a long-awaited conversation for you all: a chat with the incomparable Red Rum (they/them)!
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
And we reflect on what's coming next within the world of Red Rum Performance Art.
If you're ready for a few ghost stories and a candid chat with an artist who's unapologetically a little peepshow/creepshow/freakshow, this one is for you.
Red Rum's website.
Red Rum's Instagram.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
Today, we've got an extra special Friday the 13th episode in store for you.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're in a spooky season rut and making the most of the rest of October, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
Today, we've got a special guest on the podcast: Karin Ashley of Ampersand Curiosities (she/her)!
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're curious about how to get the spark back in your creative life, this one is for you.
Karin’s website - www.ampersandcuriosities.com
Karin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ampersand.curiosities/
TikTok: @ampersand.curiosities
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
Today, we've got the second installment of {Tiger's Eye}
{Tiger's Eye} is one of the benefits of being a member of my Patreon! Patrons at the Jock tier and The Final Girl tier can contribute their tarot inquiries or questions about horror, death, wellness, writing, or spirituality (the sky's the limit!) to this advice column-style episode. Episodes will be released monthly! Due to scheduling issues, there will be two this month since this is the September episode.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're curious about how you might benefit from tweaking how you give and share information on the web, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
Today, we've got the first installment of {Tiger's Eye}
{Tiger's Eye} is one of the benefits of being a member of my Patreon! Patrons at the Jock tier and/or The Final Girl tier can contribute their tarot inquiries or questions about horror, wellness, writing, or spirituality (the sky's the limit!) to this advice column-style episode. Episodes will be released monthly!
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're curious about how you might revamp your spiritual system or how you relate to those who have passed, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
The Mirror is my bonus mini-series that acts as a vessel for how I review - and refuse to rate - horror movies. You will find no "1 or 4-star reviews" here because I stand by horror not being something you can whittle down to some uniform scale. The Mirror will be shorter episodes that will be spoiler-free.
TLDR: Think of The Mirror as a spooky little amuse-bouche for the discerning ghouls.
And for this one, we're talking about a movie I am STILL torn on (yes, even after viewing it once in January and again a few months ago in preparation for this episode): Infinity Pool (2023). How sci-fi is it? What are the strengths? What did I find outright baffling? Will I watch it a third time? Stream it now for the dish.
Thanks for tunin' in, and see you on the other side.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
Today we've got a super special guest on the podcast, Rachelle Younie (she/her). Rachelle is the host of Mortality and the Morgue and a writer, director, producer, and comedian. She uses her podcast to discuss her time working in a morgue and interviews death-care professionals, artists, doctors, and more about all things death, dying, and grief.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
On being something of a cycle disruptor - but also knowing when to stop prodding and let things lie
Rachelle’s particular path to working in the morgue and the lowdown on how to take care of yourself when you’re engaging in more challenging work
If you're up for a raw and real conversation between two artsy kids who have always been a little drawn to the dark, this one is for you.
rachelleyounie.com
Rachelle's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rachelleyounie/
Mortality and the Morgue Podcast - https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/bep7S2iHkyb
Listen to my guest spot on Mortality and the Morgue!
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
The Mirror is my bonus mini-series that acts as a vessel for how I review - and refuse to rate - horror movies. You will find no "1 or 4-star reviews" here because I stand by horror not being something you can whittle down to some uniform scale. Each one is a spooky snowflake that ought to be judged on its own merits. The Mirror will be shorter episodes that will be spoiler-free.
TLDR: Think of The Mirror as a spooky little amuse-bouche for the discerning ghouls.
And for this one, we're talking about a movie with so much hype and promises that it's the scariest movie in 20 years: Talk to Me (2022). What are the elements? What's the vibe? We get into who I think will dig the movie (fellow lapsed Catholics, prepare your bodies and souls), a rundown of who might not dig it, and the flavor profile of this visceral, gritty piece of work from these debut directors. Did these Twin Youtubers-turned-horror directors deliver? Stay tuned for the dish.
Thanks for tunin' in, and see you on the other side.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
Today we've got an action-packed solo episode full of ups and downs and everything in between from yours truly.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're wondering if it might be time to say enough is enough on that thing you keep doing (and are resenting BIG TIME), this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
The Mirror is my bonus mini-series that acts as a vessel for how I review - and refuse to rate - horror movies. You will find no "1 or 4-star reviews" here because I stand by horror not being something you can whittle down to some uniform scale. Each one is a spooky snowflake that ought to be judged on its own merits. The Mirror will be shorter episodes that will be spoiler-free.
TLDR: Think of The Mirror as a spooky little amuse-bouche for the discerning ghouls.
And for this one, we're leaning fully into the festivities of Pride Month with this campy horror comedy starring a total queer icon. That's right: we're talking about M3GAN (2022). What are the elements? What's the vibe? We get into who I think will dig the movie (you fellow die-hard James Wan fans will find this utterly delightful), a rundown of who should NOT be watching this, and the flavor profile of this socially conscious and peak fabulous film.
Thanks for tunin' in, and see you on the other side.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
Today we've got a super special guest on the podcast, Mickey Alice Kwapis (she/her). Mickey is a Chicago-based specimen artist, jewelry maker, stained glass artist and fully owns her weirdo status.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
All-in-all, what I valued about Mickey in this conversation and in life aside from being a brilliant and thoughtful creator is her perspective on putting oneself out there. Both at the time of recording and even now, I’m holding onto those nuggets she shared and I hope it gives you some that same juice.
If you're keen to get science-y and see how you could stand to be a bit bolder in your life, this one is for you.
Mickey's website.
Mickey's IG.
Tiktok: @kwapkwapkwap
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
Today we've got a super special guest on the podcast, Brigitte (she/her) of Brigitte Marie Energy Design. Speaking with Brigitte was such a breath of fresh air with how she embraces experimentation and intentionality in her own life as well as the folks that work with her.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're keen to learn about how systems and letting yourself tinker along the way can be transformative to you and your biz's well-being, this one is for you.
Brigitte's newest Notion template: The Holy Grail HQ
Brigitte Marie Energy Design - Instagram
Brigitte Marie Human Design - website
Brigitte Marie Human Design - on YouTube
Brigitte Marie Human Design - Patreon
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
Today we've got a super special guest on the podcast, fellow multi-passionate, storytelling purveyor of fine teas, botanical bitters, and wild curiosities: Ashley of Old Growth Alchemy (they/them)!
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're keen to learn more about the value of curating cozy moments and thoughtfully retreating from the day-to-day, this one is for you.
Visit Ashley of Old Growth Alchemy at Midnight Moon Market on May 20, 2023!
Old Growth Alchemy's website.
OGA on Instagram.
Ashley's Podcast - Widdershins Stories.
Widdershins Stories on Instagram.
ash.and.thorn on Instagram.
Old Growth Alchemy on Facebook.
Old Growth Alchemy on TikTok.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
It's a solo episode today talking about something I've been putting off discussing for a while now due to fear of shame or backlash: how can I, a devoted Death Doula, find "Death Positive" to be a term that really doesn't do it for me anymore? And, admittedly, I unpack why it might never have been terribly aligned in the first place.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're keen to get the hot goss on why I'm not about this popular term as much these days, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
Today we've got a super special guest on the podcast, writer and fellow horror enthusiast: Michael Pementel! Michael is a published music journalist and an editorial, interview, and review writer with a passion for video games, heavy metal, and psychological horror.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're keen to learn more about how we should start talking about horror differently (and whether it's time to use it for your own personal growth), this one is for you.
Michael's Twitter.
Representations of Mental Health in Horror: From Establishing Stigmas to Tearing Them Down.
Michael's Substack, Longing In the Dark.
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The Mirror is my bonus mini-series that acts as a vessel for how I review - and refuse to rate - horror movies. You will find no "1 or 4-star reviews" here because I stand by horror not being something you can whittle down to some uniform scale. Each one is a spooky snowflake that ought to be judged on its own merits. The Mirror will be shorter episodes that will be spoiler-free.
TLDR: Think of The Mirror as a spooky little amuse-bouche for the discerning ghouls.
And today, we're starting this mini-series by digging into the Gen Z-fueled dark comedy horror film: Bodies Bodies Bodies (2022). What are the elements? What's the vibe? We get into who I think will dig the movie (shout out to y'all who love seeing awful people be awful on screen), a rundown of who should NOT be watching this, and the flavor profile of this slower-paced, over-the-top experience.
Thanks for tunin' in, and see you on the other side.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this one, we've got a super special guest on the podcast, Jess de Haas of Soma Tide! Jess is a Vedic/Sidereal Astrologer, the writer of Cosmic Surfcasts, and a self-avowed Creative and Intuitive Guide.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you've been wondering if it's time to turn to the stars and collapse a timeline (or two), this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, we've got a super special guest on the podcast, Taylor Elyse Morrison. Taylor is the Founder of Inner Workout and Gateway Coaching and the author of the soon-to-be-published Inner Workout: Strengthening Self-Care Practices for Healing Body, Soul, and Mind.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're curious about how to confront a fear of failure and move towards some unbridled growth in the new year, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, we've got a super special guest on the podcast, Rivkah Reyes. Rivkah (they/she but mostly they) is a queer Filipinx-Jewish actor, musician, comedian, producer, writer, and witch.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're curious about how to move from pummeling your Inner Saboteur to making peace with it, this one is for you.
CW: addiction, substance use
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
The Mirror is my bonus mini-series that acts as a vessel for how I review - and refuse to rate - horror movies. You will find no "1 or 4-star reviews" here because I stand by horror not being something you can whittle down to some uniform scale. Each one is a spooky snowflake that ought to be judged on its own merits. The Mirror will be shorter episodes that will be spoiler-free.
TLDR: Think of The Mirror as a spooky little amuse-bouche for the discerning ghouls.
And today, we're starting this mini-series by digging into the polarizing Skinamarink (2022). What are the elements? What's the vibe? We get into who I think will dig the film, a rundown of who should NOT be watching this (shout out to y'all stressed parental figures), and the flavor profile of this atmospheric, dark nostalgia-fueled experience.
Thanks for tunin' in, and see you on the other side.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, we've got a super special guest on the podcast, Merril Doty of Consensual Counseling. Merril is committed to providing sex/relationship counseling, sex education, and other healing services with thoughtfulness, empathy, and candor.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're overdue for a little sex education refresher, this one is for you.
CW: sexual assault (in adults and children)
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"...The mirror invites you to attempt the summoning yourself."
Welcome to The Violet Vulture! This episode is a little different (in case you haven't noticed).
The Mirror is my new bonus mini-series that acts as a vessel for how I review (and refuse to rate) horror movies. You will find no "1 or 4-star reviews" here because I stand by horror not being something you can whittle down to some uniform scale.
Each one is a spooky snowflake that ought to be judged on its own merits.
The Mirror will be shorter episodes that will be spoiler-free. Think of them as a spooky little amuse-bouche for the discerning ghouls.
I'll give you just enough to get an idea of what awaits you when you press play on your Smart TV but not so much that it pulls away from your viewing experience. I'll give you a flavor profile and end each episode with who I think would most enjoy this particular film.
Thanks for tunin' in, and see you on the other side.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, we've got a super special guest on the podcast, Alexandra Shelly. Alexandra is a Channeler, Voracious Reader, Podcaster, Healer, Mentor, and Guide and is committed to helping others discover their divine self through spiritual connection and practices.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're keen to learn more about improving your relationship with Spirit (and yourself and Self), this one is for you.
CW: suicide
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Alexandra Shelly's podcast, Embody Your Soul.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, we've got a super special guest on the podcast, Emily Blackwell. Emily is passionate about unconditional self-love, confronting shame and challenging self-sabotage, and healing with somatics, breathwork, Tantra, and Yoga.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're looking for some insights into when you should honor precisely where you are and when to push through for some challenging growth, this one is for you.
CW: disordered eating, diet culture, mental illness, addiction
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this solo, reflective piece of work, we're looking back on a year (and then some!) of working on making this podcast a reality.
In this episode, we'll get into the following and then some:
If you're down for an insider peak into what the past year has yielded (good and bad and dece alike) and what we may be exploring in 2023, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this solo, spicy and exploratory episode, we'll build on the concepts for addressing radical wintering and review the three archetypes that might be supportive of you this season.
In this episode, we'll address the following and then some:
If you're reflecting on how you need to evolve this season and you're wondering if you're the Snowbird, the Hibernator, or the Pack Member (or some combo of two or all of the above), this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this solo, stream-of-conscious-y, conversational episode, we'll lay some groundwork for addressing radical wintering and how it might be supportive of you this season.
In this episode, we'll address the following and then some:
If you're wondering if you should run a self-assessment on how you relate to this time of year (and ultimately yourself), this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, we’ve got a special guest on the show, Kevin Sparrow (they/them) of The Calls Are Coming from Inside the Podcast! I've been on Kevin's podcast four times already, so it was a joy to have them on The Violet Vulture.
We spent some time commiserating about being podcasters and how difficult it can be to think to ask for help on creative projects (both past and present). We also reflected on how the Halloween Hangover was rougher this year than in years past, and Kevin shares their horror beginnings and evolution as an appreciator of the craft. And Kevin offered some solid advice on how we could manage sustainability as horror fans as we navigate being creators in this horror renaissance we're experiencing.
And, of course, we dive into spooky Christmas. We each share our current top 3 favorite holiday season films and riff on dark holiday folklore, our shared disdain for Elf on the Shelf, and we unpack the ever-important question: why holiday horror at all?
If you're wondering if you should have a spooky little Christmas, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this super special mini-sode (on Krampusnacht nonetheless), I read aloud "Twas The Night Before Krampus" by yours truly, Emmy Colón-Geistlinger. Sit back, relax, and let this cautionary tale scare you into bloody good behavior.
If you're jonesing for something quick, scary, with just a touch of merry, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, we’ve got a special guest on the show, Vanessa Lima of Rose Star Co. Vanessa is a copy and content writer for conscious creators, a formidable double Aquarius, Gemini Rising (lit alien vibes all around), and a self-proclaimed horror aficionado.
We start out by riffing on how we’ve both found horror films cathartic and comforting in ways that feel genuinely like home. Vanessa and I also reflect on what got her into horror, how it's always been something of a family affair, and the positive impact it had on her as a kid when she needed it most.
We spend some time digging into the power of horror marketing and where it falls flat, the advantages comedy has over horror in these ways, and how feeling catfished by a horror film ultimately comes down to the writing and execution of the film itself.
If you're in the mood to hear two creators geek out about horror storytelling and want some solid recs for getting into the genre, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, we’ve got a special guest on the podcast who continues to challenge how I conceive of advocacy, organizing, and what self-care means.
Pastor Elle Dowd (she/they) and I spend some time getting into her book, Baptized in Tear Gas: From White Moderate to Abolitionist, the vulnerability that one grapples with when documenting their journey, and the responsibility that comes with writing about and depicting others.
We also get into accountability, responsibility, and the power of embracing change as we evolve as humans committed to effecting change in the world. Elle also offers their perspective on when "staying in your lane" is an appropriate course of action in activism and shares her own healing experience that she's still in the thick of at the moment.
We also get into bodies, healing from EDs, and somatic healing. And we reflect on what it means to transition from intellectualizing growth and actually doing the thing, and how important self-care is for collective wellness and the revolution we are building together.
If you're someone who is thick in healing and trying to figure out what it means to embrace change and accountability, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, we’ve got a special guest on the podcast who offers a gorgeous, affirming, and expansive perspective on spirituality and healing.
Vanessa Murchie (they/them) and I spend some time reflecting on Human Design and they offer some extra noteworthy insight for the Projectors and Manifestors out there. We also dive into how the public discourse around the Akashic Records is one that we both find lacking in complexity and intersectionality. Vanessa offers some brilliant insight into what these practices are at their core and how they might provide a liberation-oriented container for fostering personal and spiritual growth, self-investigation, and development for anyone who might be aligned with their work.
We also spend some time discussing Vanessa's other offerings that truly act as these care-filled vessels for facilitating transformation. All-in-all, Vanessa presents us with a new perspective on healing and self-discovery that offers an equal opportunity for both play and curiosity.
If you've been curious about exploring new modalities and want a balance of seriousness and levity, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, we’ve got a special guest on the show who I've been excited to have on for some time: my husband.
Timothy Colón-Geistlinger (he/him) and I spend some time addressing our most-asked question. No, it isn't "when we will have children". Though that is a VERY close second. Timothy's a Lutheran seminarian who is on a path to pursue ordination. Meanwhile, I'm not exactly your stereotypical pastor's wife (not by a long shot). We've been getting a ton of questions about how we handle different spiritualities and if they clash in any way for years, so we took some time to get to the bottom of it together.
We also dive into our similar yet distinctly different experiences with Christianity, navigating doubt and hardships, Timothy's perspective on what it means to be Lutheran, and what he wants to offer marginalized folks who otherwise have felt let down by the church. We also recorded this the day before our third wedding anniversary, so there are lots that we reflect on as a pair and it's such a joy to share with you all.
If you've also been asking yourselves how the hell a seminarian and a witch make it work and how could the church be in any way accepting of me/us, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, we’re talking about something I’m pretty passionate about. I share a teeny bit more about my spiritual journey and modest beginnings as a baby witch. I also unpack the nuance and the ethics of witchcraft since it has become more mainstream. And I offer some insights into how you might go about navigating your own lane because - while it's super important to do your own research - I think having a starting place to begin going deeper is really helpful. This won’t give you everything, nor should it!
I do also offer some tidbits and advice for what to do if overstepping happens and I list out a few practices or tools that are fair use for all.
If you're interested in getting swept up in the magical beauty of ritual but want to maintain respect and consideration for what might not be open to you, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, I give y'all a rundown of some of my least favorite questions to hear when it comes to talking about horror with "does it even count as horror?" as the one I detest the most by far.
We spend a little time getting into how (in my experience) these questions have historically held us back, how this talk only serves to alienate folks from the genre, and, frankly, these questions are a waste of time when we consider how this spooky people in-fighting serves no one in the long run.
If you are also tired of all of the gatekeeping and want to explore how we got here and how we could do better by each other, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, I expand a bit on Mini-Sode iii: Let's Live Deliciously and I'm your one-stop-shop for keeping the spooky vibes going all October regardless of scare tolerance. The episode opens with me making my case for Halloween truly being the people's holiday. A holiday for all regardless of age or economic status.
We then dig into the scare-free, the moderately scary, the gettin' spookier, all the way up to SS-tier - Supreme Spooky. So many options for all of the folks out there who want to explore the season but might be a touch stumped. Tune in and even grab a pen and paper or open your Notes app on your phone. Let yourself get inspired and allow me to be your guide to all things autumnal and spooky aesthetic.
If you're a fan of all things gruesome and looking to broaden your horizons and go back to basics a bit, or you're a recovering scaredy-cat or even a scared cat that wants to fully embrace your lane, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, I’ve got a super special guest on the podcast. She’s a digital witch and content creator and strategist. She’s a trauma-informed tarot reader and teacher. I’m beyond delighted to introduce you all to Stacey Coplin (she/her) of House of The Rising Tarot.
We cover making our practices more trauma-informed and how our own experiences with navigating trauma and recovery enlightened our paths. We also spend a little time discussing Human Design, and astrology - all the while connecting it back to what the Tarot has to teach us so long as we remain receptive to the messages. There's also some dissection of queerness, the process of coming to terms with our queer identities and evolution, and how being "other" actually opens us up to living more expansive, care-filled lives.
If you, too, had a bad Tarot experience that soured you on the whole thing (and understandably so) and you're looking to explore how you might go about hitting refresh on the whole thing, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, as the final installment of my gritty growth series, we're going a little deeper on something referenced in this podcast previously. It seems like everyone that's a little woo or New Age-y is talking about the Witch Wound, but we go deep here, so we dive into the core of it.
We dig into what the Witch Wound might look or feel like in our actions or in our bodily sensations, how it relates to my baggage around monetization, and ultimately, how I've tried healing it and what you can try on yourself. Today is the first day of autumn, Mabon, the equinox, so what better time to reflect on ancestral work and intergenerational trauma - and healing?
If you know you've been putting off this kind of shadow work and are ready to bust out your journal or get your collective healing on, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture!
In this episode, as part of my gritty growth series, we're unraveling and recontextualizing something that we talk about a lot but many of us tend to get fundamentally wrong. Accountability is something we all know we have or are beholden to, but a huge part of growth is getting clear on whether you are engaging in accountability discourse or...if you're asking for something else entirely.
Are you looking for accountability, or are you out for blood? Are you looking for folks to be answerable and for concrete change, or are you being consumed by something formidable within you that you have yet to contend with (or both because porque no los dos)?
If you have been stumped about how to approach discussions that just can't be put off any longer and you want to do so in a mindful, mutually supportive way, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture! In this episode, as part of my gritty growth series, I’ve got a super special guest who went from having one central business to evolving and adapting them into three separate but interrelated entities. Think Marvel Cinematic Universe but more attitude, decolonizing, cafecito, and culture. Esperanza Salgado (she/her) is an artist, writer, musician, coffee mastermind, business wiz, basically a badass, prolific creator.
Esperanza gets real with us about the complex truth about being a multi-passionate, multi-hyphenate with a strong sense of self and vision. She truly embodies gritty growth by being committed to making tough choices, reimagining her ideas in real time when she realizes that things just aren't working, and refusing to play small to appease other people.
If you need a spark of inspiration (or two) because you feel like things just aren't working but you're not sure if it's the right time to pivot, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture! In this episode, I spend a little time updating y'all on my little summer hiatus and how life can imitate art (or in my case, how my life imitated a classic horror movie). It then leads right into Part I of what I'm calling the Gritty Growth Series wherein we explore some boundaries 101 together. We get into what they are, types of boundaries and where we could employ them, how we might go about doing so in our own lives, and challenging the discomfort of saying what we need in order to keep ourselves safe (because sometimes what feels like the nuclear option in boundary-setting might be just what the doctor ordered).
If you've been wondering how you might go about having better boundaries as we enter the more introspective time of year, this one is for you.
Set Boundaries, Find Peace.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture! In this episode, we have a super special guest on the podcast, Naseem Jamnia (they/them). Naseem is a Persian, queer, nonbinary, writer, neuroscientist, baker, and nerd. Peppered throughout, we explore themes, topics, and inspirations surrounding Naseem's debut novella, The Bruising of Qilwa (now available wherever you buy your books!). We spend some time unpacking the beast that can be the MFA writer's workshop and spend some time dreaming of what a better world for QTBIPOC writers could look like. We also dig a bit into the decision to leave science and pursue writing full-time and how doing so honored Naseem's shadow in so many gorgeous, gorgeous ways.
I've known Naseem for quite some time, so there's also plenty of riffing as only old friends can do, so stay tuned.
If talk of crushing outdated systems and blood magic gets you fired up, this one is for you.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture! In this episode, I spend some time unpacking the ins and outs of the Tarot, the Akashic Records, and Human Design. I also offer some tips and tricks on how to spot readers who may not have the best of intentions and how these tools have all assisted me in my work, my relationships, my spiritual practice, and overall personal development. We even spend some time debunking some things that really grind my gears, so stay tuned.
If you've been played in the past and want the skinny or have been keen to learn more about these esoteric topics, this one is for you.
New to Human Design? Follow this click path to get started on Interior Creature.
Looking for a Human Design Reader? Look no further than Arianna Maag.
The Portal is Open: check out my new offerings and booking protocol.
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Welcome to The Violet Vulture! In this episode, I spend a little time unpacking what it means to embrace a villain era. While it can be alienating in some ways, it's so much more liberating and life-affirming than you could imagine. We cover everything from what it looks like, how we got here, what isn't a villain era, and how you might go about embracing your own delicious villain era.
If you've been wondering if you need to ditch the people-pleasing and draw some gorgeous, gorgeous boundaries while wearing a fly all-black outfit, this one is for you.
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Welcome to the first full episode of The Violet Vulture! In this episode, I dive into the symbolism of The Fool in Tarot. We also get into just how complicated the Hero's Journey can be as well as the dark sides of being a hero (it ain't all roses and glory).
If you've got that uneasy feeling like you're on the precipice of something new, and sometimes resenting the shadowy parts of this #maincharacterenergy, this one is for you. Let's see if we can work in some breathing room and self-compassion whilst on this trip into the unknown, shall we?
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Welcome to the fifth mini-sode of The Violet Vulture! In this bite-size teaser episode, I dive into my deep, long-lasting appreciation for archetypes and all they have to teach us in our spiritual journeys, creative tracks, careers, and the many curveballs life throws our way.
The list as to why they've lasted so long would BE so long. But I whittled it down to what hits home the most for me as someone who has used them to grow as a witch, storyteller, and person.
If you're feeling a disconnect between who you are and who you want to be, this one is for you. Let's see if we can reveal what's been buried all along.
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Welcome to the fourth mini-sode of The Violet Vulture! In this bite-size teaser episode, we switch gears a little bit with this guided meditation that is centered around the core aspects of the New Moon in Gemini (05/30/2022).
You can expect visualization, breathwork instruction, crystal singing bowl accompaniment, and reflection questions to get you through this lunation (and beyond). After all, taking a moment to check in with your Self and connecting with your breath is a constant, regardless of where the moon is.
No matter when or where you're tuning in from, here's to cultivating curiosity and celebrating the walking paradox Gemini lives for embodying.
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Welcome to the third mini-sode of The Violet Vulture! In this bite-size teaser episode, I dive into my love of horror, learning to embrace my darkness, and how you might benefit from letting yourself be scared (even if only for a little while).
Even if you're not a spooky convert by the end of this, I hope your one takeaway is to let yourself love things as wholeheartedly as you can.
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Welcome to the second mini-sode of The Violet Vulture! In this bite-size teaser episode, I dive into what drew me to Death Doula work, how my practice has evolved, and my latest iteration of community grief care, The Wharf. Even though I've been at it for years, we're just getting started.
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Welcome to the first mini-sode of The Violet Vulture! In this bite-size teaser episode, I dive into what all inspired the naming of the podcast. I wasn't kiddin' when I said this has been years in the making, friends. We'll pull back the curtain on how I decided on TVV and you'll get to know lots more about me and my passions along the way.
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"What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" is a big question Mary Oliver kicked off for the world and that The Violet Vulture plans on picking it up from there.
The Violet Vulture is a podcast hosted by Emmy C-G. This podcast is the byproduct of Emmy's ever-evolving commitment to living well, dying well, and living life as sensuously as possible. Emmy is a formidable multi-passionate, multi-hyphenated, self-avowed too-much person. They are an Afro-Indigenous Writer/Storyteller, Brujita, and a Death, Life, and Embodiment Doula. Emmy enjoys using their multi-disciplinary background to inform, guide, and use stories to find some direction amid chaos.
This podcast will act as a space to feature solo episodes on lifestyle, personal updates, spirituality, advice, all things spooky and esoteric, and in-depth reflections on death, life, and rebirth. And I'll throw in some oddballs to keep you on your toes.
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