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AGF Episode 154 - Interview with Jason Davis

Jason is a Greek polytheist, an initiate of the Toys of Dionysos, and our very own producer. 
He has helped support the show the last two years through producing, sound engineering, and when Sarenth moves his mic around, he has taken time out of his life to come over, adjust that mic, and yell at Sarenth to stop moving the damn thing. We love, appreciate, and welcome you to Around Grandfather Fire on this side of things!
“[F]or classical mystics, knowing how reality truly is and living accordingly is what is important, not the experiences that induce the knowledge. Mystics do not claim to discover new truths but only to find the knowledge already expressed in the sacred texts of their traditions. Nor did classical mystics take their experiences as empirical verification or proof of their tradition’s doctrines or as authority for those doctrines; for them, those doctrines do not need any experiential verification. Such concerns about verification arise from modern empirical science. In fact, for classical mystics, the reverse is true: scriptures are taken as validating their mystical experiences. The writings of mystics only help to recover knowledge that already exists in foundational scriptures.” - A History of Mysticism by Richard H. Jones
A History of Mysticism
https://sunypress.edu/Books/A/A-History-of-Mysticism2
Jason:
The Waters of Mnemosyne: Ancient Greek Religion for Modern Pagans by Gwendolyn Reece
https://gwendolynreece.net/writings/
Six Ways: Approaches & Entries for Practical Magic by Aidan Wachter
https://www.aidanwachter.com/six-ways
Email Jason at: jkdavis713@gmail.com
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Alright, thank you all for joining us. We will see you next time Around the Fire.

AGF Episode 153 - Interview with Kaye Boesme

A well-known and well-respected writer, author, and blogger, Kaye Boesme is the person behind Kallisti as well as her own works of fiction and other writings. Raised as Pagan and known for her writings on Greek religion, Platonism, and modern life, Kaye raises questions on piety, using social media, and more amongst her readers. With a background in higher education and having worked as a librarian, Kaye not only broadens our vocabularies but our understandings and our minds with her words.
Kaye’s links:
Website (Kallisti): https://kallisti.blog/
Website (Personal): https://www.kayeboesme.com/
The Soul’s Inner Statues: https://kayeofswords.github.io/soulsinnerstatues/
The Acts of Speech: https://a.co/d/cQPySDF
Substack: https://pangrammatike.substack.com/
Other Links
Liber Vox: https://librivox.org/
Libby: https://libbyapp.com/interview/welcome#doYouHaveACard
Gods and Heroes of the Ancient World:
https://www.routledge.com/Gods-and-Heroes-of-the-Ancient-World/book-series/GHAW
Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now
https://a.co/d/06hoCRR
Danielle A. Layne, Ph.D.
https://www.gonzaga.edu/college-of-arts-sciences/faculty-listing/detail/layne
Olympiodorus: https://www.olympiodorus.net/ 
Kindred Star Books
https://kindredstarbooks.com/
Danielle Layne's project Palinode Productions: https://www.palinode.productions/
https://www.youtube.com/@PalinodeProductions
Michael Griffin has this site: https://www.olympiodorus.net/
 and this YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DelphicPhilosophy
The Prometheus Trust students' editions: https://kindredstarbooks.com/collections/prometheus-trust-students-editions
Their Prolegomena: https://kindredstarbooks.com/products/anonymous-prolegomena-to-platonic-philosophy
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Alright, thank you all for joining us. We will see you next time Around the Fire.

AGF Episode 152 - Interview with Ɔ. Martiana of Sartrix

Ɔ. Martiana is an independent scholar of the Ancient Mediterranean, specifically of the philosophical and grammatical literature of the so-called ‘late antique’ period. Her work includes translations from Greek and Latin of ancient philosophical treatises available on her website, SARTRIX.
SARTRIX is an online encyclopedia and public library devoted to Ancient Mediterranean Polytheism, in the sense of the Greater Mediterranean, albeit centered on the Graeco-Roman. Following the precedent of Thomas Taylor, it is written from the perspective and for the benefit of modern practitioners above all, but with the same academic standards as any reliable secular resource. 
Martiana’s links:
Website (Sartrix): https://sartrix.miraheze.org/wiki/Main_Page
Old site: https://sartrix.wordpress.com/
Hellenic Faith: https://hellenicfaith.com/
Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/sartrix
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sartrix
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/martiana.bsky.social
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AGF 151 - Interview with Mother Tree Shamanism

This episode of AGF, Sarenth interviews multiple members of Mother Tree Shamanism!
Mother Tree Shamanism is led by a traditional Mongolian shaman who speaks fluent English. Twice a year they teach a yearlong course on Practical Shamanism of Nomads, beginning in February and September.  It is a great opportunity to learn from a legitimate source, as much of the information they will share is not available in the West, as the tradition is generally passed on orally. 
If you are interested to learn more, please check out their Facebook page or email directly to mothertreeshamanism@gmail.com
MTS’ links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057441339565
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mothertreeshamanism/
Teachings and pilgrimages will be in the above as well as 3 Worlds Shamanism.
They will also be on the official Facebook page.
Isaac Wortley on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/isaac.wortley
Eddy Elsey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eddyelsey/
Eva Barbarossa on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/evalina.bsky.social
Eva Barbarossa: https://evabarbarossa.com/about/
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Alright, thank you all for joining us. We will see you next time Around the Fire.

AGF 150 - Runic Hips Don't Lie: Co-Host Episode

This episode of AGF, the hosts discuss Convocation, Trolls, and Astrology.
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AGF 149 - Interview with Sif Brookes 2, New Book and Heathen Hangout

This episode of AGF we invite Sif Brookes once again Around Grandfather Fire
Last seen on AGF’s episode 127, Sif is a Norse Heathen from, and based in England. She is the co-author of The Wyrd Less Woven: An Alternative Heathen Prayerbook, and the author of Valkurjur: Servant or Master?. She has begun her own podcast, The Heathen Hangout, available on her YouTube channel, and authored the paper She Who Becomes Death: Discussing the Norn Skuld as a Death Deity. Writer, artist, and speaker.
Sif’s last appearance on AGF: https://aroundgrandfatherfire.com/2024/04/24/agf-127-i-blame-wagner-an-interview-with-sif/
https://www.brianpavlac.org/witchhunts/
The Valkyries’ Loom: The Archaeology of Cloth Production and Female Power in the North Atlantic (Cultural Heritage Studies)
The Gender of Death - Karl Guthke
Making the Profane Sacred in the Viking Age: Essays in Honour of Stefan Brink
https://www.brepolsonline.net/doi/book/10.1484/m.tecne-eb.5.118268
The Troll Inside You: Paranormal Activity in the Medieval North by Ármann Jakobsson
https://a.co/d/7yh1v3p
Sif’s links:
https://sifbrookes.com/
https://direct.me/valsif
https://www.instagram.com/ladyvalsif/
Wyrd Less Woven: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CYH5H699?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_ZGZ3HF1RH85QDYN0B8F0&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_ZGZ3HF1RH85QDYN0B8F0&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_ZGZ3HF1RH85QDYN0B8F0&skipTwisterOG=1&bestFormat=true&newOGT=1
Valkurjur: Servant or Master?: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1959350595?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_2XZDDSVNRJESZGSJSYDK&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_2XZDDSVNRJESZGSJSYDK&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_2XZDDSVNRJESZGSJSYDK&skipTwisterOG=1&bestFormat=true&newOGT=1
https://www.youtube.com/@valsif/
She Who Becomes Death: https://www.academia.edu/123897751/She_Who_Becomes_Death_Discussing_the_Norn_Skuld_as_a_Death_Deity
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AGF 148 - Interview with Drunertos Moudowātis Tarwoknos

This episode of AGF we invite Drunertos Moudowātis Tarwoknos Around Grandfather Fire
Drunertos is a Mediterranean and Gaulish polytheist engaged in ongoing poetic myth-making work, running a Brittonic and Romano-British polytheist group, and delving into the mysteries of the Gods they worship and the paths they are exploring.
Where to find Drunertos Moudowātis Tarwoknos
https://bio.site/drunertos
Sources Referenced:
https://rustlingpiety.com/
https://albionandbeyond.com/
https://houseofsecrets.org/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sulis
Opening voice work: Kai Belcher
Music “Ophelia” by Les Hayden, provided by the Free Music Archive and used under Creative Commons licenses: freemusicarchive.org/music/Les_Hayden/Proverbs/Les_Hayden_-_Proverbs_-_05_Ophelia_1785
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AGF 147 -Finnish Folkore in Focus: An Interview with Niina Niskanen

This episode of AGF we invite Niina Niskanen Around Grandfather Fire.
Niina Niskanen is a Finnish artist and folklorist known by her online name "Fairychamber". Niina is a YouTuber and a podcaster known for her vivid illustrations and storytelling. One of her specialties is the portrayal of mythology and folklore in pop culture. Alongside her newly released book on Finnish folklore, we talk about comparative studies of folklore to neighboring cultures, art as magic, and the impact of folklore on culture and across generations.
Where to Find Niina Niskanen:
Mythology of the Sámi: Stories from the North: https://www.amazon.com/Mythology-S%C3%A1mi-Stories-Niina-Niskanen/dp/B0BW2GDLHX
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fairychamberart/
 
Opening voice work: Kai Belcher
Music “Ophelia” by Les Hayden, provided by the Free Music Archive and used under Creative Commons licenses: freemusicarchive.org/music/Les_Hayden/Proverbs/Les_Hayden_-_Proverbs_-_05_Ophelia_1785
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Spark: 3PAAC, Amanda H., Annora M. B., Arderin S., Blkcat88, Boojumhaus, Cammy, Cináed O., Daughter of Oak, David Dashifen K., Eyvinr, Fen'harel, Indi L., Josie K., Katie G., LaDena B., LadyRedClaw, Laura L., Lee C., Leif S., M Anon., Marco C., Shan W.
Kindling: Claire S., CorvusFelidae., Don T., elfwort, genera, JH Y., Justin S., Karen M., Kathleen O'S.-C., Leif S., Mach2556, Morgan B., Nick H., Skoobie
Blaze: Kirk T.
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Emily streakingfate
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