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Brought to you by Magnolia Street Podcast  Welcome to Charmed & Dangerous - True Crime: Where witchcraft and murder collide! It's where we uncover the dark esoteric secrets that lie just beneath the surface of seemingly ordinary, and what some may call.... "PRACTICAL" lives.   Ever wonder what it would sound like, if the plot of the film Practical Magic were a real life True Crime?   Today we're analyzing the story of The Nightshade Sisters: Sally & Gilian Owens, who are burdened...

In Rules of Magic, Franny & Jet visit the Alchemy Tree; an ancient Red Oak Tree in Central Park. They cast their wishes on Samhain also known as All Hallow's Eve, the night when the veil between worlds is at its thinnest. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of alchemy, occult philosophy, and natural magick through the symbolism of the Alchemy Tree in the novel Rules of Magic. Rooted in ancient mystical traditions, this metaphysical tree represents the stages of...

This week on Magnolia Street, the Stinas are diving headfirst into the iconic symbol of witchcraft—cauldrons! Whether brewing up potions or stirring a hearty soup, the cauldron is a staple in every witch’s kitchen. Join us as we explore its appearances in both the Practical Magic books and movie, where a surprising discovery bubbles up—what are those mysterious floating objects in Aunt Franny’s pot? Spoiler alert: SOAP NUTS, anyone? Next, we journey through history, mythology, and folklore...

This week on Magnolia Street, the Stinas dive into the iconic symbol of witch hats. They explore the origins of this pointy headwear, tracing its history and evolution through time. From ancient folklore to modern interpretations, the Stinas unravel the mystery behind the shape, style, and symbolism of witch hats. We'll then discuss why author Alice Hoffman decided to leave the pointy witch hat stereotype out of her book series, and comb through the movie to explore the many "practical"...

In today's episode, we delve into the mysterious and magical connection between black cats and the world of witchcraft. In Alice Hoffman’s Practical Magic book series and the beloved film adaptation, black cats aren’t just pets—they’re a constant and a subliminal source of support for the Owens women. Join us as we explore the role of Magpie, the black cat who quietly weaves through Sally and Gillian Owens' lives. We’ll be doing some "catspotting," tracking Magpie’s appearances from shadowy...

"I DON'T KNOW GILLIAN, I WASN'T USING A MEASURING CUP!" In the second installment of our "Witch's Garden Series," we're diving deep into the world of baneful herbs. Join us as we explore where these dangerous plants make an appearance in Practical Magic, both the movie and the books. We'll uncover the mysteries behind their toxins, examine the look-alikes that can easily deceive, and share the folklore and witchcraft associated with them. Plus, we'll journey through history to discuss how...

"Do you always trust your first initial feeling?" On today's episode, The Stinas explore the psychic spiritual phenomenon known as the Clairs: Clairvoyance, Clairsentience, Clairaudience, Claircognizance, just to name a few. We'll analyze all of these fascinating abilities and learn how The Owens family use their own intuitive gifts to navigate the mundane real world in the Practical Magic Film. Justina and Kristina both share personal experiences of their own psychic gifts before...

The Stinas make their long-awaited return from their summer break, bringing the Magnolia Street Neighborhood a captivating episode focused on Leaf Magic and Lore! In this episode, they delve into the motif of leaves throughout the book series and film. They explore Alice's intriguing use of the mystical Black Elm and its real-world connections to Salem, Massachusetts. The discussion also highlights how the Aunts employ various leaves in their practical magic. As the Stinas revisit the film,...

What makes Magnolia Street so magickal? It's the Patrons, of course!! Our neighbors here on Magnolia Street are some of the kindest, most fascinating people we've had the pleasure of getting to know! And now we want YOU to get to know them too! In this episode we sit down with Magnolia Street OGs Amber Belden & Summer Lightfoot! They gush about their favorite things about the podcast and also tell us why Alice Hoffman's tale of Practical Magic is so special to them and the significant...

What makes Magnolia Street so magickal? It's the Patrons, of course!! Our neighbors here on Magnolia Street are some of the kindest, most fascinating people we've had the pleasure of getting to know! And now we want YOU to get to know them too! In this episode we sit down with Mallory Trunnell of "⁠Crimson Calamity⁠" and RCA recording, and the Practical Magic Inner Witch Oracle Deck creator Joseph Benitez-Egerton of ⁠Grounded By The Moon⁠ to hear why Alice Hoffman's tale of Practical Magic...

HEY WITCH HEY! We are so excited to debut yet another Song-i-Sode for ya! This next installation of our SONG-i-SODE series is Session #10! Last week we had a Summer Solstice chat on our Magick & Lore for Litha Episode! So today, we thought we would snowball off those themes of midsummer with this new song! Today's song is a celebration of summertime! This one was inspired by the scene in the film where The Aunts Jet & Frances mention that they will be attending a Solstice...

"We can't back out now, we're on the committee!" Merry Summer Solstice and Happy Litha to all of our neighbors here on Magnolia Street! In today's episode, dive into the world of Practical Magic as we explore the Magic of Midsummer! We'll discover the enchanting connections between the Summer Solstice, the symbolic sparrow that plagues the Owens household every Midsummer, and the threefold law! The Stinas rehash old theories about the film's timeline, and make some new discoveries...

"Plant lavender for luck..." Join The Stinas as we explore the magical world of lavender! Despite never making any actual appearance in the film, Sally's final quote has cemented Lavender as one of the film's most beloved symbols! In today's episode, we'll discover the ancient rituals and folklore surrounding this fragrant herb including a curious triad of Goddesses with ties to the film, as well as learn the origins & recipe of Four Thieves Vinegar, a popular wash used by grave...

📣 🧙🏼‍♀️ HEY WITCH HEY! HAVE YOU HEARD THE BIG NEWS? 🧙🏼‍♀️ 📣On June 10th, 2024, WB Studios AND the witchy lit goddess herself Alice Hoffman have both confirmed that Practical Magic 2 is NOW IN THE WORKS! We have all the details and the latest scoop on this massive news drop that has taken the Practical Magic fandom by storm, from The WB’s cryptic IG post on June 9th, to the midnight frenzy on Tik Tok: “WHAT TIMEZONE!?!”.In this very special episode, The Stinas walk you through all of the chaos...

"Was it our joined hands that finally lifted Maria's curse?" Join us this week as we chat with Karen Awad, a modern sorceress who draws inspiration from "Practical Magic" to weave Harmonic Healing, blending science and ancestral wisdom. Her methods, akin to the Owens sisters' enchanting potions, stir dormant energies and unlock hidden potentials. Some might say, potentials strong enough to lift a curse. Utilizing sound vibrations, she restores balance and harmony, empowering individuals to...

HEY WITCH HEY! We are so excited to debut yet another Song-i-Sode for ya! This next installation of our SONG-i-SODE series is Session #9! Today we are talking about another one of our Practical Magic inspired original songs called "Meet Me in the Garden"! This song is a celebration of the Spring and the season of growth and abundance! This one was inspired by Sally & Gary's budding romance and their passionate movie kiss in the Owens' magickal lush garden at the end of the film! The...

"I'm summoning up a True Love Spell... called Amas Veritas" Have you ever plucked the petals from a flower to divine your true love? 🌸"He loves me, he loves me not."🌸 Discover the hidden layers of botanical magic in young Sally's Amas Veritas Love Spell! Let's dissect the various flowers & petals used in the Practical Magic movie scene and delve into the enchanting world of Floromancy! Join us as we reveal how to spot Floromancy in the film and explore its rich mythology, intriguing...

That's right! We're looking for a passionate and motivated person to join us as our Podcast Assistant. This is a unique chance for someone who loves storytelling, literature, and film to get involved in the behind-the-scenes action of our podcast. As a Podcast Assistant, you'll be helping us behind the scenes to keep Magnolia Street running smoothly. We want our listeners and neighbors to feel like they're a part of the process and the show, that your talents, skills, passions and what you...

🐝 Bees have been connected to the divine for millennia, and we're here to tell you, why. This week The Stinas explore why author Alice Hoffman portrayed bees as an omen of death in her Practical Magic book series. This discovery will have you running to "Tell the Bees"! These fuzzy little buzzies have a connection to a variety of death rites and pantheons throughout folklore of many different cultures and practices. So join us as we spill the tea on how they can sweeten up your magickal...

In today's episode we deep dive on an easily overlooked floral symbol in the film! Lily of the Valley makes an appearance in the form of a fabric print, which Sally can be seen wearing in multiple scenes. The Stinas try to track down these vintage pieces and ponder the deeper meaning behind Sally's reasoning for wearing them in the scenes she wore them in. And no episode is complete without delving into the origins, science, magick, lore & symbolic significance of Lily of the Valley in...

In today's episode, the Stinas recount their return to Plaid Dog Recording in Boston, MA to finish tracking 4 more of their Practical Magic inspired original songs, set to be released on their debut album! Join us for all the laughs as we recount our week long exciting and even stressful recording studio adventure! LISTEN TO OUR FIRST SINGLE "MAGNOLIA STREET" ON OUR CAMPAIGN PAGE HERE! TOPIC MAP: (00:00) Intro(25:25) Justinas Journey to Boston(44:50) Kristinas Journey to Boston(50:00)...

HEY WITCH HEY! We are so excited to debut yet another Song-i-Sode for ya! This next installation of our SONG-i-SODE series is Session #8! Today we are talking about another one of our Practical Magic inspired original songs called "Blood Oath"! This song comes off the heels of our 2 part Blood Oaths & Magick series where we explored the sisterly bond between Gillian & Sally. Join us as we travel back to February 2022 to the song that started it all, and Kristina surprises Justina...

"My blood, your blood, MARIA'S BLOOD, NOW!" Slide on in for PART 2 of Blood Oaths and Magick. This week we discuss the more contemporary outlook on blood magic, how to do it safely and what you may want to use it for. We also take a look at some historic figures tied to THE BLOOD and Justina takes us deep within the world of secret societies, fraternities and sororities. TOPIC MAP: (04:02) Modern Blood Magic (09:50) How Blood Magick and Witchcraft Collided (21:45) What is Blood...