"My Blood... Your Blood, Our Blood..." In Part 1 of this 2 part series about Blood Oaths & Magick, we will be exploring one of the most prominent and memorable scenes in the Practical Magic film: Sally & Gillian's blood oath. It is clear that the sisters have a connection that transcends time & space as Gillian makes a promise that Sally in turn uses to save Gillian's life. In today's episode, we'll acknowledge the absence of the sisters' blood oath in the books, however we...

"I want you guys to go close all the windows, there's a storm coming..." In today's episode, we continue with the spring themes and FINALLY tackle all of the rain symbolism throughout the books and the movie. From Jet's green "Daffodil" rain to Tom Lockland's "Red Rain" of death, the Stinas splash through puddles of new theories as they revisit Jimmy's stormy burial scene in the film. The Stinas then explore news articles for real life accounts of raining animals as well as colored rain...

"That is why they called Jet Owens, the Daffodil Lady"... Do we have a boat load of Greek Mythology for you in this episode! Daffodils aka narcissi, mark the first signs of the spring season; Persephone has returned and the world is awakening. Daffodils however are more metal than they may appear. Join us this week as we explore the promise of new beginnings and discover how these sunny little flowers are connected to death and the Underworld. SOCIALS: Link...

Step into the enchanting world of Practical Magic as we unravel the significance of the month of March within the book series and the iconic movie adaptation. In this episode, we explore that infamously inaccurate date from the movie that has us scratching our heads, the date of Sally's testimony: March 8, 1998. How could that have possibly taken place after the summer solstice? The Stinas piece together a timeline and wonder what the writers of the film could have possibly been...

This is installment #2 in our Witch's Garden Series! We are gearing up for a little SPRING CLEANING. We know the Owens women boast the absolute most beautiful home garden, and we wanted to showcase all of the helpful cleaning tools that you can find in your own backyard. Join us as we discover greener ways to clean your home that are down right better for our planet. We'll also explore spiritual ways to cleanse the negative spaces around your property that may have become stagnant over the...

"One stack of flap jacks, and goodbye Mr. Hallet!" We're rounding out our tasty trifecta of breakfast goodies with that sticky, sweet staple: SYRUP. Why is the maple tree so important? How does one find the right tree to tap? What can we glean from some Native American legends surrounding syrup and how can you use it in your witchcraft? This episode will leave you asking yourself... "What was in that syrup!?" TOPIC MAP: (04:00) Topic...

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 #7! Today we are talking about another one of our Practical Magic inspired original songs called "Can You Flip Pancakes?"! This song comes off the heels of our Pancake Magick & Lore episode where we explored these sweet breakfast treats throughout history as well as their place in the film and the books! This original song poses a significant inquiry as...

"He can flip pancakes in the air..." Dive into the enchanting world of Practical Magic as we uncover the layers of symbolism behind pancakes in both the film and book series. When Sally Owens was a little girl, she wished for qualities in a man that couldn't possibly exist. If he didn't exist, then she'll never die of a broken heart... Little does she know, Gary Hallet possesses those very qualities, including a very special talent: Flipping Pancakes in the air. And little does Gary know,...

"Since when is being a SLUT a crime in this family!?"... Thats right, we're throwing down some serious slut praise, sex positivity and free love autonomy in this episode. It's evident our Owens Aunts are very sex positive and we wanted to explore this construct and its (her)story. Join us for our 3rd and final installment of this SLUT series! This week we'll be discussing Slut shaming in pop culture, from The Scarlett Letter to the Sheela Na Gig and all of the Hollywood "Jezebels" that have...

"Since when is being a SLUT a crime in this family!?"... Thats right, we're throwing down some serious slut praise, sex positivity and free love autonomy in this episode. It's evident our Owens Aunts are very sex positive and we wanted to explore this construct and its (her)story. As we gear up for Valentines day we encourage you to commune with your inner slut and spread a little sex positivity. Continuing from last week, join us for PART 2, as we explore the connections between Witches,...

"Since when is being a SLUT a crime in this family!?"... Thats right, we're throwing down some serious slut praise, sex positivity and free love autonomy in this episode. It's evident our Owens Aunts are very sex positive and we wanted to explore this construct and its (her)story. In this PART 1, we unravel our favorite film and book(s) to learn all about the different views these characters have relating to sex. We jump back in time to history's first empowering slut LILITH, as well as...

"Not without my Tiger's Eye!" What do you do when there's a "Blood on the Moon?" You grab your Tiger's Eye of course, that is if you haven't misplaced it! In this week's episode, The Stinas unravel new theories regarding Gillian's Tiger's Eye - the only crystal acknowledged in the Practical Magic film. We'll explore the possible answers to our burning questions: Why was it only in just a few scenes? Was Gillian only wearing it to keep Jimmy's power at bay? Why does it disappear after...

"Get the bird..." This week we're talking about DOVES! Did you know that before Doves were synonymous with peace, they were sacred to Aphrodite and the ways of amore? Perhaps this is why the Owens Aunts utilize these small birds when love-lorn women come knocking at the back porch door to the Magnolia Street house, searching for a love spell. TOPIC MAP: (00:00) Spotify Wrapped (14:52) Topic Starts (29:37) Books and Movie (48:09) Ornithology (01:07:12) Cher Ami (01:13:29) The Difference...

This week Kristina gets stuck in some kind of accent while we explore the beautiful and haunting illustrations of Monsieur Gustave Doré. The French printmaker, illustrator, painter, comic artist, caricaturist and sculptor plays a very sneaky roll in the Practical Magic world. We'll be chatting in depth about Gustave's life and inspirations, as well as three of his specific works that appear in the film within the Owens Family grimoire, "The Flood," "The Vision of Ezekiel" and "Don Quixote:...

"Always keep rosemary by your garden gate." Today we're talking about Salvia Rosmarinus, better known as Rosemary. That culinary, medicinal and not to mention witchy as hell little oily bitch that is such a staple in most gardens. How did it become such a versatile tool in ones' apothecary arsenal? Why did it have a name glow up in 2017? And of course, we fill you in on how it is connected to the plague. Join us here every Friday for new Practical Magic Inspired episodes. LISTEN NOW ON...

HEY WITCH HEY! We are so excited to debut our first Song-i-Sode of Season 2 and our last of 2023! This next installation of our SONG-i-SODE series is Session #6! Today we are talking about another one of our Practical Magic inspired original songs called "One Green Eye, One Blue"! This song comes off the heels of Episode 59: a character analysis we did for our favorite pancake flipping man of the law, Officer Gary Hallet, as well as Episode 60 which was dedicated to Gary's rare eye...

"He'll have one green eye...and one blue..." "I was born with it..." When Sally cast her Amas Veritas love spell, she asked for things in a man that she knew "couldn't possibly exist". So, today we're talking HETEROCHROMIA: A fascinating, rare and beautiful condition that Gary possesses which gives him one green eye and one blue. We'll also deep dive on different colored eyes in the world of witchcraft, magick and folk lore. Could two different colored eyes be physical evidence of the...

"Name's Gary Hallet. I'm a special investigator with the state prosecutors' office in Tucson..." GERPER-HURRLITT, Let's get to it! This is our last character analysis of 2023 & our favorite all around good dude, Gary Hallet. In this episode, we discuss Gary's presence in the books and movie. We talk about what qualities it takes to become an Arizona special detective and find out exactly what Jimmy may have been charged with if he was ever caught. We also speculate what the Owens...

Today we are chatting with the amazing one-man show: Joseph Benitez-Egerton of Grounded By the Moon! He creates beautiful Practical Magic inspired Oracle and Tarot Decks, candles, and other magical items. We've used his Inner Witch Oracle on every episode right here on Magnolia Street, and we are so excited to finally catch up with him today and chat all about his process! In this extensive interview, Joseph walks us through his creative process, from deck conceptualization all the way up to...

Michael Nyman is an English "Minimalist" composer who was hired to compose the score for the film Practical Magic. However, just before the film's release in theaters his score was ultimately scrapped and replaced by the score as we now know it by Alan Silvestri. The original pressings of the Warner's soundtrack CD featured two cues from Nyman's rejected score. When he was replaced by Alan Silvestri, the soundtrack was re-pressed and Nyman's cues were replaced by two (shorter) Silvestri...

"It's going to be you and me living in a big house... these two old biddies with all these cats" In the episode, The Stinas deep dive into the complex concept of "Spinsters" and a subjective look at "the child-free woman." This term also historically referred to unmarried women who exceeded the typical marriage age, often carrying a societal stigma. We explore the etymology, the evolution of the term, and its connotations of age, marital status, and expectations. The Stinas acknowledge the...

Welcome Witches, to the first installation of our new "Following the Thread" Series! In today's episode, we embark on a captivating journey through the world of fiber magic and spinning. We explore the portrayal of fiber magic in literature, its cinematic representations, and the practical tools involved. Kristina, shares her personal connection to spinning, while we delve into the symbolism of stangs, staffs, and distaffs. A historical exploration takes us back to the Viking Age and its...

"DATURA STRAMONIUM!" The Stinas are back at it again with another Magick & Lore episode! In this "killer" episode, we'll talk all about this poisonous and invasive weed that has James Hawkins wanted for murder in the book. This baneful herb is not prevalent in the film, however the Stinas speculate on whether or not Gillian may have been using it in the scene which is the center of their "controversial" astral travel theory! We learn about the origins of the herb's more common name...

"HELLO SALEM! OUR NAME'S THE STINAS...WHAT'S YOURS?" Welcome Neighbors, old and new to SEASON 2 here on Magnolia Street! In this fresh season opener, we recap our recent trip to Salem, Massachusetts during the peak season! The Stinas experience Salem together for the first time, in all its crazy October glory! (In our best Sally confessing to Gary voice): "We'll tell ya where we ate, where we shopped, what attractions we experienced and some interesting characters we met along the way!"...

WARNING: This episode contains discussion of violence, mental illness and other disturbing topics. Listener discretion is advised. HEY WITCH HEY! Today we bring you a very bittersweet episode...Not only is this the last Song-i-sode of the season, it is also our SEASON 1 FINALE! In this Song-i-sode Session #5, we talk about another one of our Practical Magic inspired original songs called "All Hallow's Eve" and the enchanting film finale that inspired it. Join the Stinas as they revisit their...