This is part two of our interview with Destiny Ballard about racism. Heathenry has had a problem with racism in the US from its beginning. After the atrocious acts of violence and domestic terrorism by white supremacists in Charlottesville, Vir

SHEathenry: Our Racist Problem, Part 1

Aug 23rd, 2017 42m 26s

Heathenry has had a problem with racism in the US from its beginning. After the atrocious acts of violence and domestic terrorism by white supremacists in Charlottesville, Virginia on August 12th, we felt it was time to start talking about raci

Sheathenry: In the Halls of the Ancestors

Jul 31st, 2017 49m 19s

This week you'll get to hear the presentation that Alvilldr has given at Trothmoot, the Mystic South Conference, and the Conference of Heathen Women. This presentation utilized voice recordings of women she interviewed for her book. For some of

SHEathenry: Soul Lore & More

Jul 17th, 2017 1h 6m

This week Alvilldr & Lauren speak with Winifred Hodge Rose. Winifred has been researching Heathen Soul Lore for over 20 years and has gathered her articles and other research into two books that will be published in the near future. (The early

SHEathenry: The Business of Heathen Arts

Jul 3rd, 2017 58m 9s

This week Alvilldr and Lauren chat with Amy Dunloe of Beloved Viking Vinyl. Amy has been an advocate for visual artists in Heathenry for several years. She has great advice for Heathens who wish to sell their work.If you like this episode you

SHEathenry: Diana Paxson Interview Part 2

Jun 19th, 2017 40m 6s

This week Alvilldr interviews Diana Paxson. The interview ran a bit long and the topics varied, therefore it has been broken into two parts. In this second part, Diana talks about political activism, the American Alfar, and her upcoming book ab

SHEathenry: Diana Paxson Interview Part 1

Jun 19th, 2017 39m 51s

This week Alvilldr interviews Diana Paxson. The interview ran a bit long and the topics varied, therefore it has been broken into two parts. In this first part, Diana gives us a brief history of the Troth, Trothmoot, her kindred, Hrafnar, and h

The Javamal – Verse 4

Jun 14th, 2017 9m 4s

This week Ben discusses verse 4 of the HavamalHe craves for water,who comes for refreshment,drying and friendly bidding,marks of good will, fair fame if ’tis won,and welcome once and again.— Olive Bray TranslationEnjoy The Javamal? Che

The Javamal – Verse 3

Jun 13th, 2017 9m 20s

This week Ben looks at verse 3 of the Havamal with his trusty Black and Decker coffee makerHe hath need of fire,who now is come,numbed with cold to the knee;food and clothing the wanderer craveswho has fared o’er the rimy fell.– Olive B

The Javamal, Episode 2

Jun 13th, 2017 18m 58s

Episode 2 brings Verse 2 of the Havamal, with insight and breakdown from Ben Waggoner.Hail, ye Givers!a guest is come; say!where shall he sit within?Much pressed is he who fainon the hearth would seek for warmth and weal.– Olive Bray Tr

The Javamal – Verse 1

Jun 13th, 2017 18m 58s

In the inaugural episode of the Javamal, host Ben Waggoner goes in depth with the first verse of the HavamalAt every door-way, ere one enters, one should spy round, one should pry round for uncertain is the witting that there be no foeman

SHEathenry: Homesteading

Jun 10th, 2017 53m 54s

This week we talk to Jenna Woginrich of Cold Antler Farm about her experiences as a homesteader. Jenna is also the author of several books including Barnheart, Made from Scratch, and One Woman Farm.Enjoy SHEathenry? Check out Alvilldr’s book

SHEathenry: Conference of Heathen Women, Your Questions Answered

Jun 10th, 2017 55m 27s

This week Alvilldr and a couple of the other organizers of the 1st ever Conference of Heathen Women, Hilary Werle and Olivia Destrades, discuss the plans for the conference thus far and answer some of the questions people have asked.Enjoy

SHEathenry: Nordic Folk Roots

Jun 10th, 2017 53m 3s

This week we visit with Kari Tauring about the folk tradition where she grew up in Minnesota. The Nordic folkways have inspired her to become an author, recording artist, folk dance instructor, and professional völva. Kari shares how she came t

SHEathenry: Witchy Women

Jun 10th, 2017 1h 11m

This week we chat with Seo Helrune (aka Cat Heath) about her book, Essays From The Crossroads 2016 Collection. The topic of the book is witchcraft, which can be a controversial topic in many Heathen circles. Cat also gives us a preview of a boo

Sheathenry: Women and Political Activism

Jun 10th, 2017 1h 4m

This week our guests, Becky and Jamie, will share their experiences of the Women’s March on Washington. We also discuss other protests and ways to express one’s political opinions with one’s legislators.Enjoy Sheathenry? Check out Alvilldr

Sheathenry: Women and Dance

Jun 10th, 2017 52m 14s

For this first episode, Lauren and Alvilldr chose a fun topic and activity they both enjoy: Dancing! Our guest this week is Salena Glassburn, a professional dancer who has been a Heathen for many years. She is an advocate for dance in ritual an