In this episode, Luxa Strata and Dr. Cyndi explore the practice of Pharmakeia - Witchcraft Medicine - and its ancient roots connected Hekate, Circe, and Medea. We get into a deep discussion of the poison path's intersection with these goddesses. We start out with a simple ritual, awakening The Sacred Fire, and finish up with a meditative journey into Hekate's Garden. The seven forces associated with each of the seven planets of the ancient world and botanicals associated with each is covered, as well as speaking and singing to plants. They also emphasize importance of respect and mindful practices when using plant medicine. Finally, they give recommendations on books and resources to explore Hekate's Garden on a deeper level.

Entering Hekate's Garden is available wherever books are sold.

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Listen with CC and view the transcript HERE.


1. Reclaiming The Sacred Word: Pharmakeia & Plant Witchcraft Medicine (00:00 - 07:41)
2. Reclaiming Pharmakeia: The Poison Path, Aconite and Its Roots in Ancient Witchcraft (07:42 - 13:42)
3. Hekate's Garden: Uncovering the Potent Power and the Mythical Relationship Between Medea and Circe. (13:42 - 19:50)
4. Hekate: Queen of Poisons, Green World, and Roads. (19:50 - 26:54)
5. Unlocking the Power of Kronos and Kairos to Enhance Divinatory and Astral Work. (26:54 - 33:27)
6.The Witch's Voice and Plant Spirit Possession (33:27 - 39:30)
7. Developing Magic Through Voice and Relationship: A Guide to Plant Spirit Witchcraft (39:30 - 45:09)
8. Exploring Hekate's Cave: A Journey of Intentional Healing, Magic, and Ritual. (45:10 - 51:16)
9. The Nourishing Darkness (51:16 - 58:47)
10. Hekate's Garden Meditation (58:47 - 01:06:16)