Food is more than fuel, it’s magic. In this episode, Kanani Soleil sits down with kitchen witch Dawn Aurora Hunt to explore the art of cooking with intention. From mindful handwashing to seasonal ingredients and the power of gratitude, they dive into how everyday meals can become deeply spiritual practices. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a self-proclaimed microwave monarch, this conversation breaks down how intention, awareness, and a shift in mindset can transform the way you nourish your body and spirit. Get ready to reconnect with your food, your energy, and the magic already simmering in your kitchen.

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• You can join my Patreon for additional photos, video clips, full episode recordings and more!

• You can also find me on Instagram, Threads, YouTube and my website: suburbanwitchlady.com

• You can pre-order my book:"Witchcraft in the Cul-de-Sac: Practicing Magic in Suburbia" direct from Llewellyn Worldwide, or from Barnes & Noble in the States, or from Amazon in the UK. It's due out in October this year.

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SPONSORS

• Make magic delicious with olive oils, coffees, risoottos and more at Cucina Aurora Website! Suburban Witch Lady listeners save 10% off products (excluding subscriptions) with coupon code WITCHLADY.

• Witchsey.com is a curated marketplace filled with independent magical makers and practitioners. We’re talking ritual tools, crystals, tarot decks, spell kits, sacred art, and offerings created by real witches who care deeply about what they’re crafting.Support witches. Support small makers. Support magic that feels like home.

BIO

Dawn Aurora Hunt, owner and CEO of Cucina Aurora Kitchen Witchery, has been teaching and writing on the topics of Kitchen Witchery and Spiritual Nutrition since 2010, when she started her own company making gourmet foods with a dash of magic and a heaping helping of positive vibes as the main ingredients. With simple ingredients and the power of intention, she teaches people how to cook simple meals in a mindful way to help achieve spiritual goals. Incorporating magic and energy work into food, she has grown her brand to reach people from all faiths and spiritual backgrounds. The author of A Kitchen Witch’s Guide to Recipes for Romance, Kitchen Witchcraft for Beginners, and A Kitchen Witch’s Culinary Oracle Deck, Dawn speaks at events, appears regularly on local TV, and teaches people that good, healthy, and even gluten-free food can be easy to make and wonderful to eat. When she’s not working, writing or cooking she can be found snuggling her two black cats and watching Star Wars with her Husband in their cozy home in Southern New Hampshire.

What does it mean to call yourself a witch and why does that word still carry so much weight?

In this impromptu solo episode, Kanani Soleil explores the stigma, fear, and power behind the “W word,” inspired by a recent interview tied to Practical Magic 2. She reflects on her own journey toward embracing witchcraft, the misconceptions that still surround it, and the quiet reality that many people are already practicing forms of magic without naming it.

This conversation centers on intuition, self-trust, and the importance of not shrinking yourself to fit societal expectations. Whether you identify as a witch or not, this episode is a reminder that your connection to energy, instinct, and personal power is valid and worthy.

You don’t have to claim the title to claim your magic.

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• You can join my Patreon for additional photos, video clips, full episode recordings and more!

• You can also find me on Instagram, Threads, YouTube and my website: suburbanwitchlady.com

• You can pre-order my book:"Witchcraft in the Cul-de-Sac: Practicing Magic in Suburbia" direct from Llewellyn Worldwide, or from Barnes & Noble in the States, or from Amazon in the UK. It's due out in October this year.

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SPONSORS

• Make magic delicious with olive oils, coffees, risoottos and more at Cucina Aurora Website! Suburban Witch Lady listeners save 10% off products (excluding subscriptions) with coupon code WITCHLADY.

• Witchsey.com is a curated marketplace filled with independent magical makers and practitioners. We’re talking ritual tools, crystals, tarot decks, spell kits, sacred art, and offerings created by real witches who care deeply about what they’re crafting.Support witches. Support small makers. Support magic that feels like home.

BIO

Kanani Soleil is a witch, author, and host of the Suburban Witch Lady podcast, where she explores modern witchcraft through the lens of everyday life. Blending practical magic with real-world experiences, she creates space for those who don’t see themselves reflected in traditional witchy stereotypes.

As the author of Witchcraft in the Cul-de-Sac: Practicing Magic in Suburbia, Kanani focuses on making witchcraft accessible, personal, and grounded. Her work centers on intuition, self-empowerment, and helping others recognize that magic doesn’t require a coven, a forest, or a specific aesthetic, it can exist in kitchens, carpools, and quiet personal rituals.

Through her podcast, writing, and community presence, Kanani encourages people to trust themselves, embrace their own path, and redefine what it means to live a magical life.

In this episode, Kanani Soleil is joined by author and folklorist Morgan Daimler to explore the history and modern magic of Beltane, one of the great Irish fire festivals.

They dive into the origins of the holiday, the ongoing debate around its timing, and how ancient agricultural traditions have evolved into today’s celebrations. From bonfires and blessings to maypoles and modern adaptations, this conversation separates folklore from fact while honoring both.

The episode also touches on the presence of the fair folk during Beltane and the importance of respecting the unseen world, blending scholarship with lived magical practice.

Whether you celebrate traditionally or in your own way, this episode is a reminder to reconnect with nature, embrace the season, and maybe keep your luck close.

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• You can join my Patreon for additional photos, video clips, full episode recordings and more!

• You can also find me on Instagram, Threads, YouTube and my website: suburbanwitchlady.com

• You can pre-order my book:"Witchcraft in the Cul-de-Sac: Practicing Magic in Suburbia" direct from Llewellyn Worldwide, or from Barnes & Noble in the States, or from Amazon in the UK. It's due out in October this year.

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SPONSORS

• Make magic delicious with olive oils, coffees, risoottos and more at Cucina Aurora Website! Suburban Witch Lady listeners save 10% off products (excluding subscriptions) with coupon code WITCHLADY.
• Witchsey.com is a curated marketplace filled with independent magical makers and practitioners. We’re talking ritual tools, crystals, tarot decks, spell kits, sacred art, and offerings created by real witches who care deeply about what they’re crafting.Support witches. Support small makers. Support magic that feels like home.

BIO

Morgan Daimler is a prolific author, poet, and educator specializing in Irish folklore, fairy lore, and modern pagan practices. With over 50 published books to her name, she is widely regarded as one of the leading voices on the subject of the Good Folk and their place in both historical tradition and contemporary spirituality.

A practicing witch and priestess with a focus on Irish polytheism, Morgan’s work bridges academic research and lived experience, making complex folklore accessible without losing its depth or nuance. She teaches widely on esoteric subjects, is a priestess of the Daoine Maithe and a featured instructor with the Irish Pagan School, where she focuses on preserving and sharing authentic Irish traditions.

Through her writing, teaching, and online presence, Morgan continues to inspire practitioners to engage thoughtfully with folklore, respect its cultural roots, and find meaningful ways to incorporate it into modern practice.