Forest Spirituality with Julie Brett

Mael Brigde and Brigid of Ireland

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 13:59:51 +1100

In this episode I speak with Mael Brigde who has written the book titled “A Brigid of Ireland Devotional: Sun among stars.” She is also the founder of the Daughters of the Flame who tend a sacred flame of the Goddess Brigid, write for two blogs and teaches courses about Brigid and poetry writing. You can find all the links to her work and courses via her Linktree here:

https://linktr.ee/maelbrigde

If you'd like to support this podcast you can find out more about what I do via my own Linktree here:

https://linktr.ee/juliebrett

Nimue Brown and Localised Druidry

Sat, 24 Aug 2024 18:25:33 +1100

In this episode I have a chat with Nimue Brown who is an author, musician and creator of many things. We have a wonderful rambling chat that inspired me, and I hope will inspire you too. If you enjoy working with local land spirits, exploring inspiration widely and deeply, and hearing the stories of how creators create, this will be a great talk for you to listen in to.

You can find out more about Nimue's work here:

Nimue Brown – Druid Life (wordpress.com)

You can support this podcast either by becoming a supporter at Patreon here:

Forest Spirituality | Patreon

Or by visiting my jewelry website here:

http://www.forestspiritjewelry.com/

Thanks for listening!

Julie

Irisanya Moon on love, relationship and community

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 17:52:50 +1100

In this episode I interview Irisanya Moon who is an author and teacher in the Reclaiming Witchcraft tradition. She has written many books about her path and the deities she works with including Aphrodite, Artemis, and Iris, with more to come.I found her way of practicing really relatable, personal and gentle, but also powerful in its potential to create positive change in the world around us. We also had a little intro chat about neurodiversity and our personal experiences with it.

You can find out more about Irisanya's work and books via her blog/website:

IRISANYA MOON - Irisanya Moon. Author. Witch. Priestess.

www.irsanyamoon.com

You can support this podcast either by becoming a supporter at Patreon here:

Forest Spirituality | Patreon

Or by visiting my jewelry website here:

http://www.forestspiritjewelry.com/

Thanks for listening!

Julie

Circle of Eight with Jane Meredith

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 15:26:39 +1100

In this episode I have a chat with author and teacher Jane Meredith about her books Circle of Eight, Falling Through the Tree of Life, and The Dark Goddess. We discuss stories and structures in the books and ways that the books can be used to gain a greater understanding of ourselves, the world around us, and even life, the universe and everything! Join us for a chat.

You can purchase a copy of Circle of Eight, which is now out of print, from my website here:

'Circle of Eight' by Jane Meredith | ForestSpiritJewelry

You can find out more about Jane's work here:

Author: Jane Meredith

You can support this podcast either by becoming a supporter at Patreon here:

Forest Spirituality | Patreon

Or by visiting my jewelry website here:

http://www.forestspiritjewelry.com/

Thanks for listening!

Julie

The Book of Druidry with Kristoffer Hughes

Mon, 27 May 2024 14:20:59 +1100

In this episode I interview Kristoffer Hughes about his new book The Book of Druidry which leads us into many interesting tangents of conversation. We also talk about the new Bee Tarot and his creative process. You can find out more about Kristoffer's work here:

Llewellyn Author: Kristoffer Hughes

You can support this podcast either by becoming a supporter at Patreon here:

Forest Spirituality | Patreon

Or by visiting my jewelry website here:]

http://www.forestspiritjewelry.com/

Thanks for listening!

Julie

Pagan Ireland with Luke Eastwood

Mon, 06 May 2024 21:35:22 +1100

In this episode I interview Luke Eastwood about his latest books as well as the magazine he edits called Pagan Ireland. We talk about how Paganism and Druidry have changed over time, the changing dynamics around culture, identity and diversity, and the importance of engaging with both the changing face of Druidry through time, and the need for maintaining the integrity of our storytelling traditions.
The book titles are:

A Path Through the Forest - out soon

Samhain: The Roots of Halloween

Dingle Folk Tales

Kerry Folk Tales

Luke's website is: www.lukeeastwood.com

You can find out about the Pagan Ireland magazine at: www.paganireland.com

To support this podcast, you can head to Forest Spirituality | Patreon

Or check out the jewelry and other things I make at www.forestspiritjewelry.com

Olivia Rosebery and Earth Inspired Music

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 16:15:23 +1100

In this episode I chat with my good friend Olivia Rosebery about her journey as a spiritual musician and sound healer. We talk about her inspirations, and her processes in creating beautiful music that speaks from the heart, and from her connection with the Earth herself. Olivia is also crowd funding her debut album and a music video clip. If you'd like to help support her, you can head over to:

https://igg.me/at/olivia-rosebery-album-crowdfund/x#/

You can also see more of Olivia's music via her You Tube channel:

Olivia Rosebery - YouTube

There's also another track at the end of the interview with Laura Perry, so check out that episode too!

If you would like to support the Forest Spirituality podcast, you can become a Patreon supporter at:

Forest Spirituality | Patreon

Or you can support it by purchasing items from my jewelry online store:

www.forestspiritjewelry.com

Thanks for listening! I hope you enjoy the episode.

Julie /|\

Laura Perry and Minoan Spirituality

Sun, 07 Apr 2024 16:07:50 +1100

In this episode I interview author and artist Laura Perry from the USA about Minoan Spirituality. She helps us to understand the sources of information and the processes around forming a modern practice from an ancient tradition. We discuss the modern practices that have formed from this exploration, and how relevant the Minoans can be to us today as we form traditions that are inclusive and accessible to all.

Here are some links to find out more about Laura's work:

Laura Perry | Ariadne's Tribe (lauraperryauthor.com)

https://ariadnestribe.com/

https://m.facebook.com/groups/1502335483312496/

The music in this episode was "One Tribe" by Olivia Roseberry. If you would like to support Olivia's album crowd funding on Indiegogo, you can do so here:
https://igg.me/at/olivia-rosebery-album-crowdfund/x#/

Find more of Olivia's music on You Tube here:
One Tribe - Olivia Rosebery (youtube.com)

And if you would like to support the Forest Spirituality with Julie Brett podcast you can do so at Patreon here:
Forest Spirituality | Patreon
or take a look at the jewelry, books and other items I create at:
http://www.forestspiritjewelry.com

Thanks again for listening in!
Julie /|\

Ár nDraíocht Féin: A Druid Fellowship (ADF)with Rev. Jean Drum

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 13:28:23 +1100

In this episode I speak with Reverend Jean Drum, the Arch Druid from Ár nDraíocht Féin: A Druid Fellowship (ADF). We have a candid chat about our personal experiences in Druidry, the international Druidry experience, the history and structure of ADF and Jean's humble way of approaching leadership and the role of clergy. ADF has a church-like structure so differs from other forms of Druidry. In this episode we discuss those differences, and explore the wonderful opportunities for leaning and building community that ADF offers to the global Druidry community.

You can find out more about Ár nDraíocht Féin: A Druid Fellowship (ADF) here:

www.adf.org

You can read Jean's blog at Patheos here:

Rev. Jean (Drum) Pagano, Author at From a Common Well (patheos.com)

The Hearthkeeper's Way document can be found here:

the_hearth_keepers_way.pdf (adf.org)

Information about ADF's online gatherings and social groups can be found here:

ADF: Ár nDraíocht Féin: A Druid Fellowship

The music in today's episode was Golden Key by Blue Cocoon. Their music is available on Spotify and other music streaming apps. Artists can send in their music to me via email to be considered for a feature on the podcast:

forestspiritjewelry@gmail.com

You can support this podcast and my blog at JulieBrett.net via Patreon here:

Forest Spirituality | Patreon

Or visit my website Forest Spirit Jewelry for handmade crystal jewelry, books I have written, and more.

www.forestspiritjewelry.com

Thanks for listening!

Julie /|\

Druid Chats with Julie and Deb

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 15:20:18 +1100

In this episode I have a chat with my good friend Deborah Rose Halani. She is the creator of a course by the name of "Welsh Spirituality" that is excellent for beginners on the path of learning about mythology, connecting with spirits of place and finding cultural belonging. We also discuss my books 'Australian Druidry' and 'Belonging to the Earth' which are available at all good book retailers or via my website www.forestspiritjewelry.com.

To learn more about Deb's courses head to http://www.deborahrosehalani.com

To email Deb for more information: celebrant@deborahrosehalani.com

To learn more about my (Julie's) work and to read my blog, head to http://www.juliebrett.net

Email Julie with your suggestions for any topics you would like to hear us discuss: forestspiritjewelry@gmail.com

Thanks for listening!

Julie Brett

Dr. Gwilym Morus Baird Interview

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 14:40:24 +1100

In this episode I interview Dr. Gwilym Morus Baird who is a musician and Welsh Celticist. He teaches courses in Celtic mythology at https://celticsource.online/ that can be taken at your own pace. You can also find many videos he creates on his You Tube channel "Celtic Source".

He has also recently released a book called "Talisein Origins: Exploring the Myth of the Greatest Celtic Bard" which you can purchase here:

http://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0CHLC7TPG/ref=nosim?tag=juliebrett-22

To support this podcast and my blog at www.juliebrett.net, it would be great if you could subscribe or send a once off donation to:

https://www.patreon.com/ForestSpirituality

You can also see other things I make, and books I release at my jewelry website:

www.forestspiritjewelry.com

Thanks for listening!
Julie x

David King Interview

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 12:28:50 +1100

In this episode I interview David King who is a Gundungurra man here in Katoomba in the Blue Mountains on Dharug and Gundungurra Country. We speak about the importance of looking after Country as a community, the effects of dispossession, and the importance of incorporating First Nations understandings of how to look after the land into mainstream thinking about land management.

The interview contributed to the chapter "The Dam and the Gully" in the new book Belonging to the Earth: Nature Spirituality in a changing world, that I published alongside contributions from First Nations community leaders like David.

You can purchase a copy of the book from any good retailer, or directly from me here:

https://www.forestspiritjewelry.com/product-page/belonging-to-the-earth

You can find out more about the Swampcare project at Garguree/The Gully here:

https://landcare.nsw.gov.au/groups/garguree-swampcare/

Jo Clancy Interview

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 17:42:46 +1100

This interview is with Jo Clancy, a Wiradjuri woman who teaches contemporary dance with an Aboriginal influence. I join her community classes here in Dharug and Gundungurra Country at the beautiful Kindle Hill school that has a lovely hall looking out over the bushland. This interview led to the chapter "Dancing the Earth" in my new book Belonging to the Earth: Nature Spirituality in a Changing World. You can get a signed copy via my jewelry website here:

https://www.forestspiritjewelry.com/product-page/belonging-to-the-earth

Many thanks to Jo for her beautiful contribution to the book, and to the cultural learning of our community through dance.

Welsh Druidry with Kristoffer Hughes

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 16:43:22 +1100

In this episode I interview Kristoffer Hughes who is an author of many books on Welsh Druidry, and it the head of the Anglesey Druid Order in Wales. This interview led to a chapter in my new book 'Belonging to the Earth: Nature Spirituality in a Changing World'. You can purchase a signed copy here:
http://https://www.forestspiritjewelry.com/product-page/belonging-to-the-earth

Kristopher's new book is called 'Cerridwen: Celtic Goddess of Inspiration'.

You can find out more about the Anglesey Druid Order here:
https://www.angleseydruidorder.co.uk/

You can find out more about my books and other work via my blog,
http://www.juliebrett.net

Uncle Bruce and Patricia Shillingsworth Interview

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 14:18:18 +1100

This interview was recorded in June 2021. Uncle Bruce and Aunty Trish Shillingsworth joined me for an interview over lunch. The chat ended up leading to the chapter "In This Together" that features in my new book "Belonging to the Earth".

Many thanks to both Uncle Bruce and Auntry Trish for sharing their stories and their wisdom about Country and culture with us.

Copies of the book can be purchased directly from me at www.forestspiritjewelry.com and include free art postcards including one of Uncle Bruce's art. The book can also be purchased from book retailers.

Uncle Peter Williams Interview

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 13:08:19 +1100

In this episode I speak with Uncle Peter Williams of Ngemba Country in NSW. He is a senior song person and contributed to a chapter in my new book Belonging to the Earth. We chat about how he got into learning about traditional song and dance practices, the area he's from around Brewarrina, the River Tour, and his dreams to set up a cultural center. If you'd like to know more about Uncle Peter's work, you can find him on Facebook via his artist page Mara Mara:

https://www.facebook.com/peterthulliiwilliams

Belonging to the Earth is about ways that the nature spirituality community is responding to the threat of the climate crisis. One important way is through learning more about First Nations culture and how we can better care for the Earth together.

A signed copy of the book along with art postcards - one of which features Uncle Peter's art - are available to purchase via my jewelry website:

https://www.forestspiritjewelry.com/product-page/belonging-to-the-earth

Belonging to the Earth

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 11:53:28 +1100

A podcast introducing my new book Belonging to the Earth: Nature Spirituality in a Changing World. You can get a signed copy via my jewelry website: https://www.forestspiritjewelry.com/australiandruidry Or through your local bookstore or online bookstore. Many thanks to the contributors of this book: Uncle Peter Williams, Uncle Bruce and Aunty Trish Shillingsworth, David King, Jo Clancy and Kristoffer Hughes. Their individual podcast interview episodes will be up soon.

Under a Pagan Sky documentary with Helen Browning

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 14:31:23 +1100

This episode is an interview with Helen Browning, the director of the one hour documentary 'Under a Pagan Sky' that is also being shown as a 30minute version by Compass on the ABC as 'Pagans Down Under'. We chat about the documentary, the process of making it, Helen's inspirations and how it all came about and came together.

If you're in Australia you can watch the Compass episode on ABC iView until July 20th. It is also re-showing on Sunday 27th June at 6:30pm on ABC TV.

International friends can find out more about when it is coming your way by following the documentary on Facebook here:

https://www.facebook.com/UnderPaganSky

If you'd like to see it at a film festival in Australia you can find out about that there. If you'd like to organise a screening at your local independent cinema, you can contact Helen about that via the Facebook page above.

Luke Eastwood and 'The Druid Garden'

Mon, 10 May 2021 14:03:13 +1100

In this episode I speak with Luke Eastwood about his new book, 'The Druid Garden: Gardening for a better future inspired by the ancients'. We chat about his own experiences with gardening, gardens he loves and why, what's in the book, what a Druid garden is, and how you can go about starting to create your own. It also has some of his ambient music at the end. I hope you enjoy having a listen! You can find out more about Luke and his work at:

www.lukeeastwood.com

Gordon Cooper former Grand Arch Druid of the AODA

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 14:13:25 +1100

In this episode I speak to Gordon Cooper, former Grand Arch Druid of the Ancient Order of Druids of America (AODA) 2015-2019. Gordon shares stories of his journey with Druidry and discusses important topics for us all, particularly for those of us practicing Druidry outside of the lands of its origin.

You can find out more about the AODA at http://aoda.org/

Gordon is also a member of the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids (OBOD) and has contributed articles to their website. eg:

https://druidry.org/resources/wild-crafting-the-modern-druid

Covid life and my Community Gardens

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 11:01:40 +1100

In this episode I share about how the COVID lockdown has affected my life, my community and how my community gardens have offered a beautiful place for me to come back to my center.

I would love to hear your stories too, so please contact me via my website contact page: www.forestspiritjewelry.com

Emma Restall Orr

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 13:19:21 +1100

In this episode I speak with Emma Restall Orr, my favourite author, on many different topics. Emma's writing on Druidry has shaped my experience over many years and after hearing that she no longer called herself a Druid I was fascinated to hear how that came about, what it meant to her, and how it had changed her practice and experience.

The talk was recorded in about July 2019, but due to various reasons I haven't been able to publish it until now. I'm really happy to finally release it and share this conversation with you.

You can find out more about Emma and her work at http://emmarestallorr.org/

Samhain Meditation

Wed, 13 May 2020 15:26:31 +1100

My apologies for a long absence! In this episode I check in a bit about where I've been and where you can find out about the DDUDE talks (Druids Down Under Discuss Everything) that I have been working on. Find them here at the SerpentStar OBOD channel:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaB05FdAhVRP1v5XlGQiwVw

Due to bushfires and COVID-19 life has changed a great deal in the last few months. Personal struggles made it hard for me to get podcasts out, however community adaptation in these times of adversity has meant some great developments and this meditation is one of them! Created by Kacey Stephensen with some little effects added by me, it was made for the SHOBODO event 1-10th May 2020, for our Samhain ritual. I hope you enjoy the journey it takes you on to seek the wisdom of the Cailleach and the ancestors. Many blessings of the season to you!

Julie

Meditation for Mabon

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 19:45:04 +1100

This episode is a meditation based on the story of the Mabon in the Mabinogion tale of Culhwch and Olwen, but with an Australian twist. The meditation can be done as a part of your Autumn Equinox ritual or just by itself. I will be releasing a blog with a ritual plan at www.juliebrett.net soon.

This online ritual has come about due to us being encouraged to self-isolate in the COVID-19 outbreak. Hopefully this will help us to connect at a distance. If you'd like to share your experience of the ritual with others, you can do so on the Druids Down Under Facebook group:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/druidsdownunder/

Voices: J. Brett, R. Pickard and L.Norris.
Music: J.Brett and K. Stephensen.

Spring Equinox in Australia

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 11:28:58 +1100

In this podcast I talk about the busy, active time of the Spring Equinox and moving into the light half of the year. It's super late, but if you listen in, you'll see why! I talk about some activist trips I have been on, some work with ritual for environmental grief, also what's been happening in the garden and in the bush and how it relates to our lives in the symbolism of awakening into the light half of the year.

Music featured is Bloom by Elana Low who is from New York and is a listener to the podcast. Thank you so much Elana! You can find more of Elana's work on Spotify and other good online music sources.

Damh The Bard on Druid Camp and Music

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 18:40:06 +1100

In this episode I talk with Damh The Bard about his trip out to Australia this year to be a part of Druid Camp in the Adelaide Hills. We talk about the processes that went behind the workshops and rituals of the camp, about Australian Paganism and Druidry, and about how he finds inspiration with his music. It's all about listening for that song of the land and waiting to hear it's call. I really enjoyed this interview! I hope you do too.

You can find more about Dave via his website:

https://www.paganmusic.co.uk/

He is also the host of the OBOD podcast Druidcast which you can find on all good podcast apps, or here on his website:

https://www.paganmusic.co.uk/podcast/

Thanks again Dave!

Louise Hewett and The Pictish Spirit

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 14:19:44 +1100

In this episode I speak with Louise Hewett who is the author of the Pictish Spirit series of fiction novels. The books explore the ethics of intimacy and sexual politics, looking at many challenging themes that explore discussion around the acceptability of cultural norms. It covers feminism, the sexualisation of violence, sexuality and relationships, as well as being set in a very Pagan community of present day Adelaide. While exploring these political themes, Louise also explores the reality of Pagan life in the spiritual experiences of everyday people in ritual, meditation, healing and open awareness. The books are enormous and a real outpouring of Louise's inspiration. They are full of poetry and musical lyrics and she has also inspired musicians within the Pagan community to put her words into their art. The interview also includes some of these tracks.

Purchase the first book of the Pictish Spirit series, 'Mist' at Book Depository or Amazon.

You can find out more about Louise's work on Facebook through Pictish Spirit, Egg and Serpent Studio, and The Hearth of the Antlered Mother.

You can purchase the song 'Priestess' by KC Guy on Bandcamp.

You can find more about Kacey Guy Stephensen, his music and poetry at www.kaceystephensen.com

You can also listen to 'The Song for Scathach' also named 'A Song For Skye' on You Tube.

Find out more about Kacey's music in this earlier podcast:

https://forestspirituality.podbean.com/e/kacey-guy-stephensen-on-music-and-druidry/

You can find the 'Through A Sylvan Doorway' album by Spiral Dance which includes the 'Gift of the Boinne' song on Bandcamp.

You can find more about Spiral Dance at www.spiraldance.com.au

ps: sorry if you got the first download of this where I missed a chunk that I should have edited out where I'm typing and looking up stuff on You Tube! It's such a long talk I missed a bit :P This one should be all good ;-)

Imbolc in Australia

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 12:25:53 +1100

In this episode I discuss my experiences with Imbolc, moving house, planting trees, starting our veggie garden and the metaphor of planting seeds and preparing for the return of growth and flowering in the land. As we align ourselves with the energies of the seasons we find peace within. This episode is part of a series I have been making this year, so if you'd like to listen to one from another time or festival, check out my full playlist.

I live in the Upper Blue Mountains of New South Wales in Australia.

Read more about the wheel of the year in my book Australian Druidry.

Bardic circles, writing and WA Druidry with Tina Merrybard

Fri, 12 Jul 2019 16:46:37 +1100

In this episode I have a chat with Tina Merrybard who is a Druid grade OBOD member from Western Australia. We talk about Bardic circles, writing, musical instruments, and WA Druidry. I love how the talk had a theme of how we can find out greatest connection to Awen by simply showing up to do the work.

You can find Tina's You Tube channel Keechpeach here:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dIs15QdU-e3i637L3IzSw

You can find out more about her books here:

https://www.amazon.com/T.-L.-Merrybard/e/B00L8E4YOK?ref_=dbs_p_ebk_r00_abau_000000

You can learn more about OBOD Druidry at:

www.druidry.org

And you can find out more about my book Australian Druidry at:

www.juliebrett.net

Here is some information about Twrch Trwyth the Boar

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twrch_Trwyth

Winter Solstice in Australia

Tue, 02 Jul 2019 19:29:40 +1100

This is part of a series of wheel of the year episodes I have been making where I share what I'm experiencing in the turning of the seasons, and share ideas about how we can feel more connected to the land. Find out more at www.juliebrett.net or in my book Australian Druidry: connecting with the sacred landscape.

Kacey Guy Stephensen on Music and Druidry

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 17:07:25 +1100

In this episode I speak with Kacey Guy Stephensen, about his music, Druidry, and how his spiritual journey has been a part of the process. He's a member of The Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids (OBOD) and this comes up a lot in the talk. You can find out more about OBOD and their courses at www.druirdry.org.

Find out more about Kacey and his music at his website www.kaceystephensen.com

Follow him on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/KcGuyMusic/

Find him on Spotify and iTunes under the name KC Guy.

Find his Bandcamp releases here, also under KC Guy: https://kcguy.bandcamp.com/

Paul Corcoran on OBOD, QOBOD and other things

Wed, 08 May 2019 13:25:42 +1100

In this episode I have a chat with Paul Corcoran from Ireland. We made friends as we both have done video episodes of 'Tea with a Druid' for the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids (OBOD). We get started talking about that experience and then have a long conversation about all kinds of things! Paul helps run the Queer OBOD (QOBOD) Facebook group so we also get into gender and sexual identity politics within Druidry, among many other things. It was great to have a chat with him. I hope you enjoy our long rambles.

You can watch the Tea with a Druid episodes either at the OBOD Facebook page here:

https://www.facebook.com/pg/druidry/videos/

Or on You Tube via Philip Carr-Gomm's channel:

https://www.youtube.com/user/Philipcg

You can find the QOBOD group here:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/QOBOD/

You can find my blog and more information about Australian Druidry here:

http://www.juliebrett.net

Samhain in Australia

Thu, 02 May 2019 15:46:28 +1100

In this episode I talk about my observations of the wheel of the year as we turn through Samhain, the last harvest, beginning of the winter, and time for honouring the ancestors. It includes a short meditation on the three ancestors.

If you'd like to learn more about creating your own wheel of the year or Australian Druidry, you can find a copy of my book, 'Australian Druidry: connecting with the sacred landscape' by Julie Brett at all good book sellers.

Read more about Australian Druidry at www.juliebrett.net

Matt Stone and Christian Druidry

Sat, 06 Apr 2019 18:08:46 +1100

In this episode I have a chat with Matt Stone who is a Christian Druid. In Druidry we try to be inclusive and accepting, and though many people in Druidry might call themselves Pagan, there are many others who identify instead as polytheist, agnostic, atheist, or even combine their Druidry with other paths like Christianity or Buddhism. I hope you enjoy listening to another facet of the world of Druidry and what the practice is like for Matt.

Matt mentions the resources on Christian Druidry on the OBOD website. You can find those here:

https://www.druidry.org/druid-way/other-paths/christianity-druidry/resources-exploring-christian-druidry

Peace Festival/Autumn Equinox in Australia

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 10:16:48 +1100

In this episode I discuss the Autumn Equinox, my experience of it as a time for foraging and collecting, moving within and peacefulness. Also looking at the nature of the darkness and meditation of what is hidden within us. Read more at www.juliebrett.net Or discuss it at Druids Down Under on Facebook

Philip Carr Gomm on SHOBODA

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 12:27:49 +1100

In this episode I talk to Philip Carr Gomm who is the current Chosen Chief of the Order of Bards Ovates and Druids (OBOD). We speak about the Southern Hemisphere OBOD Assembly held near Wellington in New Zealand. Our discussion of the diversity of Druidry leads the discussion to adaptation practices, the experience of feeling 'at home' anywhere in the world, or opening up to presence and the sense of wonder at the new. We also talk about the psychology behind that, as well as many aspects of pilgrimage and travel. We also talk about what it's been like for him to pass over the role of Chosen Chief to Eimear, and what this means for him personally.

He's an incredibly interesting, genuine and nice person and it was wonderful to have a chat with him about these experiences. I hope you enjoy it too!

You can find out more about OBOD at www.druidry.org

You can read Philip's blog and find out more about him at www.philipcarr-gomm.com

You can find my blog and information about my book at www.juliebrett.net

Thanks for listening!

Julie

Eimear Burke on SHOBODA

Wed, 13 Mar 2019 12:21:33 +1100

In this episode I have a chat with Eimear Burke who is the Chosen Chief in-training for the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids (OBOD). We met at SHOBODA in January - the Southern Hemisphere OBOD Assembly - that was held near Wellington in New Zealand and hosted by the Grove of the Summer Stars. We chat about cultural diversity in Druidry, language and storytelling, connecting with the land and making good relationships and friendships to foster cultural awareness of the First Nations. Her insights on the Irish language and culture, my experiences in Australia, and our shared experience of New Zealand guiding the talk.

I also ask her about what it's been like for her moving into the role of Chosen Chief, how that came about, and in what ways she hopes to add to the course and the order in her time in the role.

She's a lovely person and it was wonderful to have a chat with her!

I hope you enjoy having a listen.

Find out more about Eimear's work here: www.kilkennydruidry.com/

Find out more about OBOD and their courses here: www.druidry.org

And find out more about my book 'Australian Druidry' and the work I do via my blog here: www.juliebrett.net

Lughnasadh in Australia

Tue, 05 Feb 2019 13:08:06 +1100

In this episode I talk about my experience of Lughnasadh and the Storm Festival, the cycle of the light child as needing to shake out the sillies and dance in the rain, the need for keeping a nature diary for your own area, checking out the agricultural cycles near you, making the most of the harvest, enjoying the symbolism of apples, and looking forward to the end of the fierceness of summer's heat.

I hope this helps you to negotiate your own way through the wheel of the year. There will be more discussion about these ideas on Druids Down Under Facebook group. We'd love to hear your thoughts too!

You can get a copy of my book 'Australian Druidry' at The Book Depository, and many other book sellers.

Druid Camp, and other adventures with Adrienne Piggott

Fri, 01 Feb 2019 14:18:55 +1100

In this episode I talk with Adrienne Piggott from the Wind Harp Seep Group, and Spiral Dance, about Druid Camp, the English Ale, and events in between.

Music is: The Dreaming, by Damh the Bard, and 'Goddess of the Southern Land' by Spiral Dance.

Find out more about Damh the Bard at: https://www.paganmusic.co.uk/

Find out more about Cerri Lee at: https://www.cerrilee.com/

Find out more about Kristoffer Hughes via: https://www.angleseydruidorder.co.uk

Find out more about Spiral Dance here: http://www.spiraldance.com.au

Find info about Druid Camp and the English Ale via Spiral Dance's website: http://www.spiraldance.com.au/?Gig_Guide

Hear my interview with Adrienne about the English Ale back in 2016 here: https://forestspirituality.podbean.com/e/adrienne-piggott-the-english-ale-and-spiral-dance/

Find out more about OBOD here: http://www.druidry.org

Summer Solstice in Australia

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 11:05:24 +1100

In this podcast I talk about my experience of the Summer Solstice and how we can layer different stories of the traditional wheel of the year alongside new stories we are creating through our experience of the Australian landscape. I hope this helps you to negotiate the holiday season, and I look forward to sharing more of these talks with you about the seasonal changes as we move through the year.

Julie

You can get a copy of my book 'Australian Druidry' at The Book Depository, and many other book sellers.

Sandra and the Druid Wisdom Oracle Cards

Thu, 06 Dec 2018 12:32:34 +1100

This episode is an interview with Sandra Circle about her upcoming oracle deck, The Druid Wisdom Oracle. Sandra is a founding member of the Macadamia Grove, an active group in the Brisbane area with the Order Of Bards, Ovates and Druids. She has been on the path of Druidry for many years, and shares her wisdom about Druidry through this offering of a lovely oracle deck. Find out more, and order your copy here:

https://www.facebook.com/DRUIDWISDOMORACLE/

https://www.instagram.com/druidwisdomoracle/

Email: byrningtyger@gmail.com

(Second upload due to technical difficulties with first)

Deepsea Lights

Wed, 31 Jan 2018 12:29:54 +1100

In this podcast I have an interview with Gemma and Joe from Deepsea Lights. We talk about how spirituality - or strugles with it - comes into their music making, how Awen and ritual practices help them to get inspired and what their processes are like for creating music. I found it really interesting to hear about their journeys and to listen to their very modern take on what subtley pagan music might be like. I hope you enjoy it!

Also in the intro is some information about DDUNG, the Druids Down Under National Gathering, happening on 2nd-5th March. Only a few weeks away now! You can book tickets and find out more at:

www.gsevents.org.au/ddung

Also follow me on Instagram @juliebrettddu

And join our Druids Down Under Facebook group for more info on events and more discussions on Australian Druidry.

Julie x

Oracle Walking

Tue, 14 Nov 2017 12:38:40 +1100

In this episode I talk about Oracle Walking and the practice of augury (divination through interpreting signs and omens). Learn how to take a question about your life out for a walk in nature to recieve guidance and messages from spirit.

Resources:

Australian Druidry: Connecting with the Sacred Landscape, by Julie Brett.

The Druids Down Under National Gathering: 2-5th March 2018. Details at http://www.gsevents.org.au/ddung

Animal Dreaming Oracle Cards and also the book by the same name are by Scott Alexander King

Australian Wildflower Reading Cards are by Cheralyn Darcey

Other symbolism resources include the Druid Animal Oracle, and the Druid Plant Oracle by Philip and Stephanie Carr-Gomm.

Tom Byrom and The Three Ancestors

Thu, 24 Aug 2017 12:23:52 +1100

Upcoming Events:

15-17th September Australian Wiccan Conference

14th October Gliding Seal's Beltaine Event www.gsevents.org.au

2-5th March 2018 Druids Down Under National Gathering (DDUNG) Sydney. www.gsevents.org.au/ddung/

10-14th August 2018 in Adelaide OBOD Assembly www.druidry.org

Janurary 2019 in New Zealand OBOD Assembly

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In this episode I have a chat with my good friend Tom Byrom about The Three Ancestors and our journey with this idea.

Oli and Permaculture

Tue, 16 May 2017 13:08:47 +1100

In this episode I have a chat with my friend Oliver Kristevic who has been travelling in Canada working on permaculture and eco communities. He chats about community governance and the need for permanent culture as well as permanent agriculture.

Some links from the talk:

http://spiraldynamics.org/what-is-spiral-dynamics/

http://ourecovillage.org/

Permaculture in Australia: https://permacultureaustralia.org.au/

Links for my events:

The English Ale: www.theenglishale.org/

Australian OBOD Assembly: www.australiandruidry.org/

Australian Wiccan Conference (AWC): www.awc2017.com/

Druids Down Under National Gathering (DDUNG): www.gsevents.org.au/ddung

Find out more about what I do and where to buy my new book Australian Druidry at www.juliebrett.net

Kirsten and feminism chats

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 12:16:47 +1100

In this podcast I talk to my friend Kirsten Barnett Brown about the places where femininsm and Paganism intersect. We touch on the reclaiming tradition that we're both beginning to explore, Starhawk and her work, role models for young women, Red Tents, menstruation, gardening and activism. It's a fun chatty talk about the things we are passionate about. Some references:

'Women in Celtic Myth' by Moyra Caldecott

'Anastasia' by Vladimir Megré

http://taramoss.com/

'Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls' by Elena Favilli and Fransesca Favallo

'The Fifth Sacred Thing' and 'The Spiral Dance' by Starhawk

Find out more about Starhawk at www.starhawk.org

Find out more about the Samhain event at www.gsevents.org.au

Book, Events, Peace and Radio interview

Fri, 03 Mar 2017 11:55:32 +1100

In this episode I let you know some of my upcoming news:

Tonight I have The Peace Market on my facebook jewelry page www.facebook/ForestSpiritJewelry

If you miss out you can sign up for notifications at www.forestspiritjewelry.com

Excitingly I've sold the first 200 copies of my new book Australian Druidry in the last two months. Thank you all!

Sustainable living with Lisa

Tue, 07 Feb 2017 15:39:53 +1100

In this episode I give you a bit of a catch up with what I've been up to, and share a chat with you about some tips and tricks me and my friend Lisa use to live more sustainably. Just a friendly chat we had that was worth recording! Lisa also creates lovely handmade soaps and other cleaning products. You can find Lisa's soaps on facebook at:

www.facebook.com/KangarooAppleSoapStudio/

My book Australian Druidry is out now on pre-release only via my website:

www.forestspiritjewelry.com

Find out more about events I have coming up and more about Australian Druidry and my circles with Druids Down Under at:

www.juliebrett.net

The coconut scourers we mention are made by Safix. You can get them at many eco stores online.

Gliding Seal Events are actually at: www.gsevents.org.au/
I think I got that wrong in the intro!

Find out more about the English Ale event at:
http://www.theenglishale.org/

Maypoles and Myths - Sydney Beltaine Event 2016

Fri, 29 Jul 2016 14:28:38 +1100

In this episode I have a chat with Kristie, Pablo and Ben with whom I am helping organise the Gliding Seal Beltaine event in Sydney. It's going to be held on 14th to 16th October in Pennant Hills. It's not for profit and is run entirely by volunteers. We do it for the love. So it's really affordable! $140 for adults for two nights accommodation, food, feast, and all the activities. Get $10 off with an early bird ticket if you order yours before 30th July 2016. Not long to go! Find out all the details and get your tickets at:

www.gsevents.org.au

I'm going to have a market on the Sunday. You can come for the whole weekend, just a day or just the market. There are lots of options. I hope you enjoy this chat about what the event means to us and what you can expect. A great experience for adults and kids alike.

Amanda and Cassie and Living on Country

Fri, 08 Jul 2016 13:30:06 +1100

In this episode I chat with Amanda and Cassie who have been living in an Indigneous Community in a remote area of the Northern Territory of Australia. They talk about their experiences working with the local community, and what they have learned about the local culture and land. Amanda shares an interest in Druidry so we talk about that and how her practice has been changed and influenced working in a very different place to what she's been used to before. It's early days in their journey and I'm sure we'll hear from them again further along to hear about the development of the experience. It was great to get a snapshot of the experience.

SkepticalDruid and Australia vs Canada

Tue, 28 Jun 2016 12:18:35 +1100

In this episode I have a chat with my Instagram friend @SkepticalDruid. He's still "in the broom closet" as in he's prefering to remain anonymous about his Pagan path right now, so he's just going by SkepticalDruid in this podcast. He's new to Druidry and has started documenting his experience in Podcasts and Vlogs on You Tube. I think it's fascinating to hear about people's journeys in other parts of the world as we look into Druidry and nature spirituality, so that's what this one is all about. I hope you enjoy it!

Find out more about my Australian Druidry work at http://druidsdownunder.blogspot.com.au or on the Druids Down Under facebook page. You can also find my jewelry work at www.forestspiritjewelry.com

Moving and Presence

Sun, 12 Jun 2016 17:26:25 +1100

This is an episode about dealing with change, fear, desire, delusion, and moving house. I've recently moved from the Northern Beaches in Sydney to the Blue Mountains and before moving I was feeling quite apprehensive. Maybe you've been experiencing change in your life? I present some ideas that can be useful in finding peace in these tumultuous times. A bit of Druidry theory along with some Yogic ideas.

Adrienne Piggott, The English Ale and Spiral Dance

Mon, 06 Jun 2016 00:52:55 +1100

In this episode I speak with the lovely Adrienne Piggott, lead singer of the band Spiral Dance and event organiser for the English Ale, a Morris Dancing folk festival held in the Adelaide Hills every May. I was lucky enough to stay with Adrienne over the weekend of the festival and we sat down after a very busy time to have a chat about it all, and also about Spiral Dance, her creative process and our love of the integration of Celtic tradition into the Australian landscape.I hope you enjoy it. We had fun.

www.spiraldance.com.au

www.forestspiritjewelry.com

Or find us on facebook: Spiral Dance, Forest Spirit Jewelry, Druids Down Under.

Red Tents with Bree Rain MoonGoddess

Sat, 28 May 2016 15:41:28 +1100

In this episode I have a chat with Bree who runs the Sydney Northern Beaches Red Tent in Brookvale. We discus what Red Tents are, why you might want to go to one, and why, and how you might want to set up one yourself. We also discus some of the differences between our practices and ways we are each going about discovering new ways of holding circles and creating sacred space.

Find out more about Red Tent Australia here: http://www.redtentaustralia.org/

The Serenity Oracle with Pip Stoneham

Mon, 18 Apr 2016 22:51:16 +1100

In this episode I have a chat with my good friend Pip Stoneham. We talk about her new Oracle deck, the Serenity Oracle which is coming soon, as well as delving into self-acceptance, thinking positive, happiness, health, yoga, confidence and alchemy. We both love a good laugh and not taking ourselves so seriously. It was a really fun chat for us. I hope you enjoy it too.

Pip is on facebook as The Serenity Oracle https://www.facebook.com/serenityoracle
And you can find her You Tube channel by the same name here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOaJY0oNhkZ5as-066-8V0g
We did a video interview for her You Tube channel right after this podcast, so check that out too! :D
Find me and my jewelry at: www.forestspiritjewelry.com

Journeys in the Inner Realms

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 16:01:04 +1100

In this podcast I talk about dream interpretation, lucid dreaming and astral projection, and some techniques on how to have these experiences. I sell a lot of pieces for helping you work with this inner realm and am happy to help you find something, or make something for you for your journey.

Contact me or see my jewelry via my website: www.forestspiritjewelry.com

Community and authenticity with Guy Menzies-Saunders

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 10:09:05 +1100

Wow. Guy is a really amazing...(I want to say guy....) um.... human! It was a pleasure to have a chat with him about his experiences, community building, leadership, "substance" - as in having integrity, and what it means to find resilience through authenticity. I've got to say I was a little out of sorts during this interview! I had only found out that day that we are moving house and I was a bit churned up about it. So I think I sound a bit jumpy and silly, lol. Anyway, Guy made me feel really comfortable, and hearing him share his story was insanely powerful and moving. He has an incredible energy about him as I'm sure you'll find out.

If you want to get in contact with Guy, maybe to expand this rad community tribe even further, Facebook might be the best place! Guy Menzies-Saunders.

You can also find The Village Farm and Castle Drumming on Facebook too.

Autumn Equinox

Wed, 23 Mar 2016 17:38:39 +1100

This is a bit of a before and after podcast. I attended a ritual organised by some friends in the Wiccan tradition for the Autumn Equinox. I was crowned Beltaine Queen last year in October so this ritual was another part of that story for the year. It was really moving. I talk about goals and harvests, lessons for the year, about unity and community, loss, the mystery of death, and connectedness. It was a great ritual and I'm feeling well and truly shifted into the dark half of the year. If you'd like to know more about neo-Paganism and the rituals of the wheel of the year, you can find some info on my blog:

http://druidsdownunder.blogspot.com

[EDIT 2017: You can now also read about it in my book 'Australian Druidry: Connecting with the sacred Landscape' by Julie Brett. ]

Kat Ellis McIntyre, Shamanic Astrology

Sun, 20 Mar 2016 11:01:03 +1100

In this episode I interview Kat Ellis McIntyre who is a shamanic astrologer. She explains what that means to her and we also discuss magic and meaning, deepening our practice, nature symbols and the healing of the shamanic journey.

Kat's website: www.katellismcintyre.com

My website: www.forestspiritjewelry.com

My Druidry blog: druidsdownunder.blogspot.com

Kat's FB: www.facebook.com/thesoulsjourneys/

My Druidry FB: www.facebook.com/groups/druidsdownunder/

Love is antiseptic

Wed, 16 Mar 2016 15:45:05 +1100

In this episode I am sharing with you a part of my personal journey on healing and forgiveness. Love is the antiseptic that can heal all wounds. I talk about my journey of forgiveness with Christianity and how that in finding a space of mutual understanding I am furthering my path in Druidry and also practicing yoga. I hope this storytelling helps you in your journey too.

References: "The Wisdom of Yoga: A seeker's guide to extraordinary living" by Stephen Cope "The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali" (Find in Cope, above). Druids Down Under is on facebook and blogspot.

www.forestspiritjewelry.com is my website.

Awen and Creativity

Wed, 09 Mar 2016 09:36:58 +1100

In this episode I talk about creative blocks, being in the moment, the flow of spirit as Awen, and my personal challenges with this. Find out more about what I create at www.forestspiritjewelry.com

Gnostic Corner with Emily Holstein

Sun, 06 Mar 2016 19:14:43 +1100

In this episode I have a chat with Emily Holstein who owns and operates Gnostic Rocks, Gnostic Forest and Bunch which are all part of the Gnostic Corner community in Woy Woy on the Central Coast of NSW. We talk gnosticism, chakras, crystals and more. I hope you enjoy it! You can find more about the Gnostic Corner shops at www.gnosticcorner.com.au/ or visit them at the corner of The Boulevarde and and Chambers Place in Woy Woy.

An Introduction (Updated 18-3-2019)

Tue, 01 Mar 2016 17:38:49 +1100

This is an updated introduction made on 18th March 2019. The old one was made in March 2016. In this episode I explain how the podcast has changed in those three years, beginning with a focus on my jewelry work of www.forestspiritjewelry.com and slowly becoming more about my work with Australian Druidry, Druids Down Under and the Druidry community. By listening to this introduction I hope it helps you understand how the story of this podcast progresses over time. It's been a wonderful journey learning to make podcasts and coming to create lovely connections in the community. I hope you enjoy listening.

You can find out more about what I do in Druidry at www.juliebrett.net or by joining Druids Down Under on Facebook, or by reading my book Australian Druidry: Connecting with the Sacred Landscape.

Thanks for listening!

Julie