My guest today is someone who needs no introduction, best-selling author and all around witch-nerd, Mat Auryn!

Mat Auryn is an influential author and teacher in the fields of occultism and witchcraft, with an audience that extends beyond the United States to an international level. His deep knowledge and experience comes from years of dedicated study, practice, and training in a variety of occult traditions and esoteric orders, often under the guidance of prominent knowledgeable mentors. His award-winning books, "Psychic Witch" and "Mastering Magick," offer practical insight and practices for those interested in psychic and magickal practices. The books draw from a range of traditions like Astrology, Hermeticism, Wicca, Traditional Witchcraft, New Thought, Thelema, Parapsychology, Jungian Analytical Psychology, Neoplatonism, and Alchemy, making them versatile yet still accessible guides for the spiritual speaker. His books have won multiple awards and has been translated into more than 13 languages, widening their impact.

Beyond writing, Mat worked many years as a professional psychic and tarot reader in Salem, Massachusetts as well as his own private practice. He also contributes to both specialized and mainstream publications, including a regular column in Witches & Pagans magazine. His work has been featured in Cosmo, O the Oprah Magazine, Newsweek, The New York Times, and also on display at the Buckland Museum of Witchcraft. Mat was the first recipient of "The Most Supportive Witch" award by Witch Way Magazine. Now residing in California's Bay Area, Mat is the co-owner of Datura Trading Co. and Modern Witch University. He continues to share his knowledge and insights through writing, workshops, interviews, social media, and lectures, consistently emphasizing the importance of personal growth and positive change through psychic and magickal empowerment. You can learn more about him @matauryn on social media.