Honey and the Hex

Spring is here! Ostara, also known as the Spring Equinox, is a pagan festival that celebrates the arrival of spring and the balance of day and night. It is one of the eight Sabbats in the wheel of the year, marking the midpoint between the Winter Solstice and the Summer Solstice. In this episode, we explore the goddess Eostre, why eggs are main character energy, and Ostara celebrations.  Egg spell guide is at 23:04. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Artwork by Wee Moody Judy Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires.

Romulus and Remus, Mary Kate, and Ashley. It’s hard to deny that the world finds twins fascinating. But what of the mythology and the darker side of our obsession? Today we explore twins Joanna and Jacqueline Pollock, whose family was convinced they were the reincarnation of their siblings who tragically died -  and Broadmoor’s Silent Twins, Jennifer and June Gibbons, who created a secret language that only each other could understand. Apologies for some sound issues in the first sections of this episode. Content note: racism, death, mental illness. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Artwork by Wee Moody Judy Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires.

When you think of Valentine’s Day, do you think of commercial hell wrapped in a bow? What if we told you you could exchange that cheap chocolate and cuddly bear for a blood-lusted orgy and a new partner every year? In this episode, we explore how a Roman orgy, goat thongs, and an executed priest shape the 14th of February.  Content warning: animal sacrifice, adult themes Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Artwork by Wee Moody Judy Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions, and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires.

How much would you risk for aesthetically pleasing walls? Just ask the Victorians. Their lust for lavish lifestyles resulted in their swift demise. In this episode we explore a beautiful but deadly pigment, William Morris’ mesmorising patterns and the so called inheritance powder that may have poisoned Napoleon. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Artwork by Wee Moody Judy Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires.

Don’t have a home security system? We’ve got you covered. Stop thieves entering your house by chopping off the left hand of a felon, seasoning it, pickling it in piss and displaying it in your window. In this episode, we explore the uses of the hand of glory, what surfaces in the gallows, and the horrors of Hagley Wood. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Artwork by Wee Moody Judy Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires.

Did you know there are approximately 30 thousand lochs in Scotland? We’ve all heard of the Loch Ness Monster, but how about the lesser-known creatures who inhabit the many waters of Scotland? Today we explore the bonnie bonnie banks of Loch Lomond and what lies beneath the lyrics Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires.

Want to know how to get away with not paying your £10000 bill at The Langham, and get a complimentary lifetime stay, and soft towels? Be a ghost! In this episode, we explore The Langham's sordid history, mysterious guests, and the horror behind room 333. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires.

Un-Loki for some? It is said that If 13 people sit at a table, then one of them must die within a year and Fear of the number 13 is widespread in Western superstition. But how did the number and Friday become such an infamous collab? Whack on your Jason Voorhees hockey mask as we explore Loki’s gatecrash into the Valhala private feast, the 13th guest at “The Last Supper” and the real-life phobia of 1 and 3 adjacent.  Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires. Episode references History. (2017). Friday the 13th. [Online]. history.co.uk. Last Updated: 10/08/21. Available at: https://www.history.com/topics/folklore/friday-the-13th [Accessed 13 October 2023]. Live Science. The Origins of Unlucky Friday the 13th. [Online]. https://www.livescience.com/. Last Updated: June 12, 2014. Available at: https://www.livescience.com/46284-origins-unlucky-friday-the-13th.html [Accessed 13 October 2023] Sarah Scoop. (.). The Meaning and Symbolism of The Angel Number 13 in Numerology. [Online]. sarahscoop.com. Last Updated: .. Available at: https://sarahscoop.com/the-meaning-and-symbolism-of-the-angel-number-13-in-numerology/ [Accessed 13 October 2023]. Melissa Chan. (13/10/17). Why Friday the 13th Is a Real Nightmare for Some People. [Online]. timer.com. Last Updated: .Available at: https://time.com/4979595/friday-the-13th-triskaidekaphobia/ [Accessed 13 October 2023]. Stephen King. (April 12, 1984). A Bad Year if You Fear Friday the 13th. [Online]. archive.nytimes.com. Last Updated: .. Available at: https://archive.nytimes.com/www.nytimes.com/books/97/03/09/lifetimes/kin-v-friday13th.html?scp=2&sq= [Accessed 13 October 2023]. Helena Asprou. (9 November 2020). Arnold Schoenberg had a crippling fear of the number 13… and he died on Friday 13th.. [Online]. https://www.classicfm.com/. Last Updated: .. Available at: https://www.classicfm.com/music-news/arnold-schoenberg-crippling-fear-number-thirteen/ [Accessed 13 October 2023]. CARA GIAIMO. (APRIL 25, 2017). The 1880s Supper Club That Loved Bad Luck. [Online]. https://www.atlasobscura.com/. Last Updated: .. Available at: https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/thirteen-club-superstition-new-york [Accessed 13 October 2023] Ancient Origins. (.). Frigg: Queen of Asgard, Beloved Norse Goddess, Mother. [Online]. https://www.ancient-origins.net/. Last Updated: 16 JULY, 2019. Available at: https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends-europe/frigg-queen-asgard-beloved-norse-goddess-mother [Accessed 13 October 2023]. 

No time to wash your clothes this month? Look no further, the Bean Nighe is here for you. She offers a free laundrette service from her business by the river - hashtag Girlboss! The only catch? Your clothes must be covered in your own blood, and you may not live to see your fresh linen. In this episode we explore one of Scotland’s most chilling omens: The Bean Nighe, washerwoman of death. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires. Episode references: Watson, E. C. (1908). Highland Mythology. The Celtic Review, 5(17), 48–70. ⁠https://doi.org/10.2307/30069982⁠ ⁠https://en-academic.com/dic.nsf/enwiki/1320352⁠ Undiscovered Scotland. (.). FEARN ABBEY. Available: https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/balintore/fearnabbey/index.html. Last accessed 7th June 2022 Academic Dictionaries and Encyclopedias. (.). Bean nighe. Available: https://en-academic.com/dic.nsf/enwiki/1320352. Last accessed 7th June 2022

Imagine you’re walking the beach, about to go fishing for your supper, but instead unearth a gigantic Bronze Age monument which had been submerged under the water for thousands of years. That’s exactly what happened to John Lorimer in the Spring of 1998, but that’s not the end of this controversial story. Today we plunge into the water as we voyage to Holme Beach in Norfolk. Throw your anchor out witches, this is a rocky one. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires. Episode references: https://www.explorenorfolkuk.co.uk/seahenge.html https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/druids-rally-for-battle-of-seahenge-1102725.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cr7UIgOKwus&t=22s&ab_channel=socpa

If you live in London, it’s likely you use the tube most days without a second thought. Did it ever occur to you that we shouldn’t really have dug that deep - through plague pits, burial sites and sacred soil.  In this episode, we explore the hauntings of the London Underground, the tragedies on the tracks and the trapped souls still plaguing the lines. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires.

You’re living in Medieval times and your neighbor accuses you of stealing their favourite spoon but do you get a fair trial? Of course! Just whack out the sieve and shears and leave it to Divination. In this episode, we explore the uses of Cunning magick to find stolen treasure, heal ailments and even seek revenge. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires. Episode references: https://www.museumoflondon.org.uk/discover/witches-wellness-medicine-and-magic-london Research links: http://bodman.uk/famous-bodmans/anne-bodenham-1653/ https://www.psupress.org/books/titles/978-1-61248-143-2.html http://roy25booth.blogspot.com/2007/07/sir-john-danvers-and-witch-of-wapping.html https://penandpension.com/2017/11/29/cunning-folk-witchcraft-healing-and-superstition/

An insight or refresher of the Sabbat! Imbolc, also known as Saint Brigid's Day, is the halfway point between the winter solstice (Yule) and the spring equinox (Ostara). Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires.

Want to marry the love of your life? Then you better not mess with the fae. This is a live episode recorded at the London Podcast Festival, with special guest The Mage’s Well. Journey with us to the Isle of Man, expect life-sucking banshees, feisty fae and crushing warnings of greed. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires.

Strolling along Camden High Street today, it is hard to imagine a time when it was rural. A time where witches inhabited what are now our local haunts (literally). If you’ve never picked up a ouija board during a drag show, then look no further... join us in the iconic Black Cap pub! Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires. Episode references: Walters, Ben. “LGBTQ Spaces.” Urban Claims and the Right to the City: Grassroots Perspectives from Salvador Da Bahia and London, edited by Julian Walker et al., by Angus Stewart, UCL Press, London, 2020, pp. 80–85. JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/j.ctv13xprh7.22. Accessed 31 Mar. 2021. Whitehead, A. (2015). The story of burlesque at the Black Cap. Available: https://www.kentishtowner.co.uk/2015/09/30/story-burlesque-black-cap/. Last accessed 30th November 2021. Camden New Journal. (2018). Black Cap Foundation speak at Camden Council meeting. Available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bmqfb6UaVFE&ab_channel=CamdenNewJournal. Last accessed 30th November 2021. ​​Castleton, D. (2021). Mother Damnable – the Wicked Witch of Camden Town Tube Station. Available: https://www.davidcastleton.net/mother-damnable-witch-camden-town-london-mother-red-cap-black-cap/. Last accessed 30th November 2021. Palmer, S (1870). St Pancras. London: Kessinger Publishing Giardina, H. (2021). Into. Available: https://www.intomore.com/culture/black-cap-one-londons-oldest-gay-bars-get-second-act/. Last accessed 30th November 2021.

Where do science, spirits and plants combine? This episode we chat with Medical Herbalist Vicky Chown about plant folklore, the synergy of nature and how to avoid accidentally poisoning your friends. Vicky was born and raised in London. She had a calling to study nature from a young age and didn't let city living get in the way. Her passion for herbs led her to work for Neal’s Yard Remedies for 7 years where she developed her knowledge of herbal remedies and natural skin care. She went on to teach foraging and herbal remedy making and continues to work in organic permaculture gardens, where she now grows many of the plants that are used for Handmade Apothecary. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires.

Can’t afford £13,000 rent a month in Mayfair? No worries, we have the perfect place for you to haunt without paying a penny! Come spook around W1 with us as we explore the terrifying stories of London’s paranormal property and the mist in the attic that frightens people to death. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires. Episode references: https://www.greaterlondonproperties.co.uk/the-most-haunted-house-in-london/ http://www.haunted-london.com/50-berkeley-square

Disclaimer: This isn’t Twilight. London in the 1970s was in a vampire frenzy. And who better to solve it than two self-proclaimed vampire hunters battling it out on Parliament Hill? Sit back, grab a stake and your favourite libation, as we take you on a journey from Victorian > 1970s paranormal London. Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires. Episode eferences: https://highgatecemetery.org/about/history https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdfUIr6JScc&ab_channel=ObsoleteOddity https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-21107807 Ellis, Bill. “The Highgate Cemetery Vampire Hunt: The Anglo-American Connection in Satanic Cult Lore.” Folklore, vol. 104, no. 1/2, 1993, pp. 13–39. JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/1260794. Accessed 28 Dec. 2020.

Grab that tomato juice and cover your mirrors! Today we explore the terrifying truths behind the woman reflected in your nightmares. Expect Tudor infused dread garnished with period pains so bad that you’ll need to burn a heretic at the stake! Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires. Episode references: Dundes, Alan. “Bloody Mary in the Mirror: A Ritual Reflection of Pre-Pubescent Anxiety.” Western Folklore, vol. 57, no. 2/3, 1998, pp. 119–135. JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/1500216. Accessed 25 Feb. 2021. https://www.history.com/news/queen-mary-i-bloody-mary-reformation The Royal Palaces Podcast

Prep your saddle… the UK is infested with headless horsemen. In this episode we gallop through the lands of Scotland and Buckinghamshire where we uncover the real people behind the legend. Heads will roll! Join our Coven on Instagram ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠ and we're on Twitter too ⁠@honeyandthehex⁠. If you’d like to support us, you can buy us a brew, https://ko-fi.com/honeyandthehex thank you!  Hosted by ⁠@tatumkarmen⁠ & ⁠@tanpire⁠ Honey and the Hex is a sibling duo exploring the origins, traditions and intersections of folklore and where they lie today. Through a progressive lens they delve into myths, magick and mystery. Journey through the British Isles in search of gremlins, goblins, fairies, banshees, witches and vampires. Episode references: Rodger, Ian. “The Headless Horseman: An Amateur Inquiry.” Journal of the Folklore Institute, vol. 2, no. 3, 1965, pp. 266–271. JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/3814145. Accessed 15 Feb. 2021. Traynor, J. (2019). How tales of the headless horseman came from Celtic mythology. Available: https://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/abroad/how-tales-of-the-headless-horseman-came-from-celtic-mythology-1.4060086. Last accessed 17th February 2021. Nielo. (2012). The Headless Horseman Rides. Available: https://allpoetry.com/poems/read_by/Nielo. Last accessed 17th February 2021. Singh, Bhrigupati. (2012). The Headless Horseman of Central India: Sovereignty at Varying Thresholds of Life. Cultural Anthropology. 27. 383-407. 10.2307/23252426. Macna, P. A. (.). The Headless Horseman. Available: https://www.scotsmagazine.com/articles/the-headless-horseman/. Last accessed 17th February 2021. sparknotes. (2005). Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. Available: https://www.sparknotes.com/lit/gawain/. Last accessed 17th February 2021.