Episode 173: Eclipses
From Magick & Alchemy by Tamed Wild
March 4, 2026 · 29 min · Season 6 · Episode 173
About this episode
The episode explores the folklore, superstitions, and astrological significance of eclipses.
In episode 173 of the Magick & Alchemy podcast, hosts Kristin Lisenby and Kate Belew investigate the folklore, superstitions, and astrological significance of eclipses. Beginning with the myriad of eclipse mythologies from around the world, they consider the stories of monstrous Apep and heavenly Selene. They contemplate eclipses as omens, bolstering agents for medieval magicians, and course correctors for modern spellcasters. They also highlight the influence of these celestial phenomena...
People in this episode
Hosts: Kristin Lisenby, Kate Belew
Topics covered
- eclipses
- folklore
- superstitions
- astrology
- mythology
- omens
Keywords
- eclipses
- folklore
- astrology
- omens
- mythologies
- superstitions
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Apep, Selene
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