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Episode 101: Everyday Cycles
Updated: 2010-02-23 19:13:00
Description: Taking a look at the cycles in everyday life using the template of reincarnative theory.  Musical feature is Gaia Consort's "Secret of the Rain".  Email:  elfster@gmail.com.  Website:  http://tommyelf22.wordpress.com...more...

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Episode 100: Four Years is a Long Time
Updated: 2010-02-06 21:59:00
Description: Has it really been four years since I started doing this?  Wow, it sometimes seems like I just started doing this a few months ago and other times it feels like it was ages beyond that.  In this episode, I talk about what got me started int...more...

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Episode 099: What Makes It Sacred?
Updated: 2010-01-25 04:10:00
Description: Chris Elphick provided today's topic through a response on the FaceBook page for the show. "What makes sacred sites 'sacred'?" is the question for the show...and I provide my own take on a few perspectives, including the concept of ley-line energy. ...more...

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Episode 098: Positive Resolve!
Updated: 2010-01-11 02:35:00
Description: First show for 2010!! Topic for today's show is on New Year's resolutions, and why I believe that aiming for a positive resolution will provide the desired results. Similar to working magick, in a way. Musical feature is two songs from Lisa Thiel:...more...

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Episode 097: Follow That Fire!
Updated: 2009-12-28 03:28:00
Description: In episode 096, I talked about what not to do when following your own Spiritual Path.  Today. let's talk about what I think you *should* do when following your own Spiritual Path, utilizing the concept of "fire in the head" as a functi...more...

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Episode 096: Watch Your Step!
Updated: 2009-12-11 20:15:00
Description: In today's show, I talk about why its not always wise to follow in my footsteps (or anyone else's for that matter).  Musical feature is Chalice and Blade with their song "Ancient Trees" (Hi Mojo!).  Email:  elfster@gmail.com...more...

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Episode 095: BoS v. Journaling
Updated: 2009-12-04 01:59:00
Description: In tonight's episode, I take some time and discuss some of the changes that have been taking place in my life over the past few weeks.  The topic is on the differences I have observed in keeping a Book of Shadows versus that of keeping a persona...more...

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Episode 094: Spiritual Trailblazing
Updated: 2009-11-13 22:35:00
Description: Today's podshow is a discussion on spiritual trailblazing -- or as I have referred to it:  "how I got from over there to over here".  I discuss the path that brought me from my early life as a student in a Catholic boys' school th...more...

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Podshow 093: Samhain (Part II) - Its Still a Spooky Night
Updated: 2009-11-01 02:36:00
Description: Hope its been an excellent Samhain Eve for everyone!  Continuing with the two part talk on Samhain.  This time, I'm focusing on the concept of venerating those who have gone before us on this Path -- and not just those who have passed on.Sp...more...

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2009-17: Samhain (Part One)
Updated: 2009-10-20 00:56:00
Description: The first of two parts on Samhain.  In this episode, I discuss the idea of Samhain being a point of reflection on the past cycle of the Wheel, as well as a point for planning what is to take place going forward into the future.Musical feature is...more...

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Episode 2009-16: Changing Your Perspective
Updated: 2009-10-02 21:46:00
Description: I discuss a bit about changing one's perspective before making decisions.  Music feature is Spiral Dance.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com  FaceBook:  http://www.facebook.com/pages/From-the-Edge-of-the-Circle/116817775667...more...

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Episode 2009-15: Give That Penguin an Ice Cream Cone!
Updated: 2009-09-18 23:52:00
Description: Dreams are just odd things -- can you pedict the future from them?  Can you draw any heavy meaning from the symbolism within them?  I explore these aspects of dreams, and you get to find out why the show has such a strange title for this ep...more...

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Episode 2009-14: Word!
Updated: 2009-08-11 23:18:00
Description: Keeping your word...to yourself, to your Tradition, to others....this is my take on doing just that.  Oaths, resolutions...how can you deal with it?  Its ultimately up to you, but I have a few thoughts on it.  Email:  elfster@gmai...more...

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Episode 2009-13: What's Cooking?
Updated: 2009-08-06 17:16:00
Description: Magick is a topic that is constantly referenced and talked about within the Pagan community, but rarely do we talk about the magickal aspects of working with food.  So, I decided to tackle the topic.  I talk about my hot sauce recipe, which...more...

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Episode 2009-12: What's in a Name?
Updated: 2009-07-31 19:44:00
Description: CONTENT WARNING:  I utilize some extreme language as examples in this show.  Not advised for young ears.  Per a listener request, I talk about magickal names, the power of words, and the altered state that individuals can achieve throu...more...

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Episode 2009-11: Pick Yourself Up, Dust Yourself Off...
Updated: 2009-07-24 23:08:00
Description: In this episode, I look into relocating one's balance after a catastrophic event in one's life.  This was inspired from an Email I received from Sparrow (ND), who asked this particular question.  Music feature is Damh the Bard.  My ema...more...

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Episode 2009-10: Stirring the Political Cauldron -- Sort Of...
Updated: 2009-07-20 23:42:00
Description: Per a listener Email, I tackle the concept of Right- and Left-Wing politics in Paganism...as well as a rant-y perspective on underage students.  Music is "Everybody Loves a New Beginning" from The Killdares (http://www.killdares.com/)....more...

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Episode 2009-09: New Age or Religion. Where Do the Books Belong?
Updated: 2009-06-25 15:32:00
Description: A topic straight from the listener mailbag -- where do Pagan books belong on the shelf?  New Age?  Religion?  Or does it really matter?  I provide my take on the issue.  Also an update on how things are going for me around he...more...

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Episode 2009-08: Getting Out of Your Own Way
Updated: 2009-05-26 22:10:00
Description: Ever thought of yourself as a hurdle to your everyday life?  What about in your spiritual life?  I explore this concept in the podcast, along with a few techniques that I use to get out of my own way.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com&nb...more...

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Episode 2009-07: Crisis of Faith
Updated: 2009-05-15 17:52:00
Description: Some thoughts on my own crisis of "faith" as well as recollections of a quiet Beltane, thanks to a recent Email from a listener.  Featured music is from Deyo, who can be found at the podsafemusic.com website.  Email:  elfster...more...

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Episode 2009-06 -- Warrior's Path
Updated: 2009-04-28 21:39:00
Description: My musings on the warrior's path.  Music is "Peace Now" by Gaia Consort.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com...more...

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2009-05: Just Drinking a Bit of a Tea
Updated: 2009-04-16 17:00:00
Description: Some of my thoughts (yes even political points of view) on the recent Tea Party events throughout the United States and how this could be applied to the Pagan community.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com...more...

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Episode 2009-04: Ren Faires as Pagan Magnets
Updated: 2009-03-23 02:10:00
Description: This is a re-mix of the original show that was done in an mp4 format.  There were a few sound issues, which I didn't qc the program for.  So I remixed into this mp3 format.  The show topic is on Renaissance Faires and the fact that Pag...more...

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Episode 2009-03: Defining Community, Its What You Make of It
Updated: 2009-03-09 01:48:00
Description: Last of the series on Pagan community...the attempt is to define what community is in relation to the needs of the Pagan practitioners out there.  Music is "Friday Night" by The Darkness from their album "Permission to Land"&...more...

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Episode 2009-02: So What's Stopping Us? Community Discussion Continued...
Updated: 2009-02-03 03:01:00
Description: So what's the big hurdle?  Why is Community so hard for Pagans to achieve?  We continue the discussion on Pagan Community.  Nest show topic is a definition of Community.  How do you define it for yourself?  What exactly are y...more...

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Episode 2009-01: Identity and Community
Updated: 2009-01-19 03:28:00
Description: Welcome to the new year!  Let's take up the original discussion of the Pagan community that we started back in Jan of 2006.  How does one become a part of the community?  Can it be defined?  Take a step with me onto the Path of th...more...

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Episode 2008-24: Looking back on the Tracks I have Walked
Updated: 2008-12-15 04:19:00
Description: A little of an introspective, as I look back at where I have come from.  Also, a rant/comment on volunteering during the holiday season.  Music is "Walk on the Moon" from Great Big Sea.  Also huge kudos to Hedon's Dog for the...more...

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Episode 2008-23: Good, Evil, Its What I Intended
Updated: 2008-11-23 00:25:00
Description: A discussion of Good, Evil and Intent.  Music from In This Moment and Cruachan.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com...more...

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Episode 2008-22: Relationships With Non-Pagans
Updated: 2008-11-11 04:46:00
Description: How does one handle a relationship with a non-Pagan?  Especially one who doesn't like the idea of Paganism??  Excellent listener responses in today's show.  I also toss out my last political commentary on the US election.  Music i...more...

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Episode 2008-21: Evangelizing in the Workplace
Updated: 2008-10-31 22:58:00
Description: Just a quick Tweener show. Wanted to answer Shadowalker's question on how to deal with evangelizing in the workplace. "Singing to the Bones" by Wendy Rule is the closing music for the show. Email: elfster@gmail.com Happy Hollow Weenie! (mis-spel...more...

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Episode 2008-20: Open Swim -- Politics and More!
Updated: 2008-10-22 23:16:00
Description: Latest Open Swim podcast, topics range from older shows to the current political issues. New topics of "How to handle evenagelizing Christians in the workplace" and "what do you do for Samhain?" are slated for the November 1st show. Music is from T...more...

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Audio Note -- June 2008
Updated: 2008-06-18 15:16:00
Description: A quick audio note to let ya'll know I'm still alive, as well as a tremendous thanks to Darkly Fey for taking on one of the show's listener questions on her own show "The Dark Side of Fey".  A new episode for this show will be out towa...more...

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Episode 2008-14 -- Rant on Elitism
Updated: 2008-07-12 16:37:00
Description: Glad to be back in the podcast saddle!  I tackle a question posed by Bernadette about elitism within the Pagan Community.  Next show will be 7/26 with an open forum for the listeners.  Whatever you want to ask...I'll tackle as many que...more...

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Episode 2008-15 -- "Open Swim" Topics
Updated: 2008-07-30 19:06:00
Description: A wide variety of topics that I tackle in short bursts -- thus the "Open Swim" notation.  Show closes with Neko Case's "Hold On, Hold On" From her album "Fox Confessor Brings the Flood".  News about an upcoming...more...

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Episode 2008-16 -- Initiations, Again....
Updated: 2008-09-08 04:25:00
Description: Together, we tackle some of the basic aspects of initiation on a requested question from Bernadette.  Major hellos to all the listeners and fellow podcasters â especially to Fortuna and Fluffy at Catnip Brew (meow!), Tegan at Moonshine podcast, ...more...

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Episode 2008-17 -- Tweener Show: Palin, the Third Wave and Your Vote
Updated: 2008-09-14 17:31:00
Description: I talk about Republican VP candidate, Governor Palin, her ties to the New Apostolic Reformation movement and how this affected my own choice in voting.  The ties between Palin and the NAR first came to my attention through the Wild Hunt blog, wh...more...

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Episode 2008-18 -- Poli (meaning "many") Tics (meaning "blood-sucking insects")
Updated: 2008-09-29 01:23:00
Description: Some excellent Email responses from listeners on the topic of politics.  I have a few more things to say about the sorry-ass 1st Presidential "debate" as well.  Open Swim is the next listener response topic -- any topic you want -...more...

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Episode 2008-19 -- Tweener Show -- Walking and Religulous
Updated: 2008-10-03 22:28:00
Description: Quick tweener show for ya'll.  I talk a bit about my forays into walking and expound a bit on how it has become a rite of sorts for my daily Path.  I also talk a bit about Bill Maher's upcoming movie "Religulous" and spare a few t...more...

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Episode 2008-13: Public Rituals
Updated: 2008-05-06 16:49:00
Description: Some thoughts on writing public rituals with some discussion on etiquette by both the host/hostess and attendee for public rituals.  Music is "Fire in the Head" by Emerald Rose.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com  YahooIM: ...more...

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Episode 2008-11: Book of Shadows
Updated: 2008-04-21 21:28:00
Description: Listener responses, along with my take on what constitutes a Book of Shadows.  Musical feature is Blackmore's Night.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com  Myspace:  http://www.myspace.com/edgeofcircle  YahooIM:  TommyElf22@ya...more...

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Episode 2008-12: Moon Rituals (Full Moons)
Updated: 2008-04-29 18:28:00
Description: Continuation of the Tweener series on my moon rituals with the Full Moons.  Musical features from Gaia Consort and Nexo Case.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com  Myspace:  http://www.myspace.com/tommyelf  YahooIM:  TommyElf...more...

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Episode 2008-10: Moon Rituals (Introduction)
Updated: 2008-04-15 18:16:00
Description: The beginning of a series of episodes on moon rituals in my own personal practice.  This show serves only as an introduction to the concepts that I will be setting forth in future "tweener" episodes.  Music is by Neko Case (www.ne...more...

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Episode 2008-09: The Lost Art of Mythic Story-Telling
Updated: 2008-04-07 02:23:00
Description: My take on why mythic story-tellers are an important part of Mystery Traditions.  Musical feature from The Nightwatchman -- you can find his work at www.amazon.com.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com  YahooIM:  TommyElf22@yahoo.com...more...

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Episode 2008-08: Choosing a Coven
Updated: 2008-03-31 03:27:00
Description: In today's tweener episode, I discuss the methodology that I use for choosing a group or coven that is right for me.  Wendy Rule's "Beltaine" and the Dragon Ritual Drummers' "Brazil" are the musical features for the show.&nbs...more...

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Episode 2008-07: The "dark" side of Paganism
Updated: 2008-03-23 22:20:00
Description: For this week's topic, I make way for a ton of listener responses to the question of what is the "dark" side of Paganism, along with my own personal take on the subject.  There's a bit of a "technical difficulty" in the show ...more...

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Episode 2008-05 -- Animism, Anthropomorphism and the Kami
Updated: 2008-03-10 01:09:00
Description: Today's topic relates to some of my core beliefs about the world around me.  Musical feature is from Parnassus, their music can be found at www.chaliceandblade.com .  Plus my tribute to Gary Gygax.  My apologies on the sound quality --...more...

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Episode 2008-06 -- Morning Ritual
Updated: 2008-03-15 19:06:00
Description: Today's topic delves into my own personal Morning Ritual and why I have added elements of Wiccan traditions of my past to it.  Music feature is "Twilight Calling" by Gaia Consort.  Their music can be found at http://gaiaconsort.co...more...

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2008 Edge of Circle Promo
Updated: 2008-03-16 16:38:00
Description: The newest promo for the show!  Website:  http://edgeofcircle/libsyn.com  Email:  elfster@gmail.com...more...

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Episode 2008-04 -- What Do You Want From Your Pagan Community?
Updated: 2008-02-25 02:33:00
Description: A bit of a continuation from the previous podcast.  More focus on Pagan community this time.  Next topic is some research I've done on Animism, Anthropomorphism and Shinto Kami spirits.  Chime in if you would like on this topic before ...more...

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Episode 2008-03 -- What Do You Want From Your Pagan Leadership?
Updated: 2008-02-11 01:46:00
Description: What do you want from your Pagan Leadership is the show's topic.  Discussion on the basic needs from a leader in the Community.  Also, my editorial on Online etiquette and freedom of speech.  Musical feature is Eloy.  Email: ...more...

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Episode 021 - Op/Ed on Pagan Symbol for KIA Combat Veteran's Memorial Marker
Updated: 2006-07-14 21:46:00
Description: My opinion piece concerning the current issue of the Department of Veterans Affairs' denying a KIA Pagan Combat veteran's memorial marker to have a pentacle engraved on it.  *WARNING*  There is some strong Anglo-Saxon descriptives which I u...more...

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Episode 2008-02 -- Spells and TommyElf, Generally Not a Good Mix
Updated: 2008-01-31 23:48:00
Description: We revisit a previous topic per the suggestion of Elizabeh from an Email on the Covenspace page.  Next show topic is "What do you want from your Pagan Leadership?" with a deadline of Feb10 for inclusion into the next show.  Email:...more...

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Episode 2008-01: Modern Living vs. Old World Beliefs
Updated: 2008-01-17 00:54:00
Description: Episode 2008-01:  First show for 2008!  Our topic was suggested by Shrike, which was "How do you integrate your modern life into your old world belief system?"  Music is "Gasoline" and "Twirling Towards Freedom...more...

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Episode 2007-21: Thoughts on Music
Updated: 2007-12-26 00:00:00
Description: Well, we made it to the 50th podcast episode!  Some thoughts on music, what I listen to and why.  A segment on Yule and the thanks I have for the past year.  Music from Sound of a Revolution:  "Never Think Twice" and &qu...more...

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Episode 2007-20 -- Oaths: Intent and Honor Among Words
Updated: 2007-12-09 06:35:00
Description: This show, I talk about oaths, how intent when making an oath really rules the day, and my thoughts on how the Oath of Enlistment still applies to me.  Also, I start the show with my tribute to John Lennon, Kevin DuBrow and Randy Rhoads.  I...more...

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Episode 2007-19 -- An Over-Emphasis on the Feminine in Paganism?
Updated: 2007-11-21 03:45:00
Description: Today's podcast explores the possibility of an over-emphasis of the feminine within Paganism.  Listener comments are explored in-depth on the topic.  Musical feature is "The Protection Chant" by Lisa Thiel.  Next show's topic...more...

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Episode 2007-18: Heretic's Heart - A Commentary on Community
Updated: 2007-11-07 04:09:00
Description: I utilize an excerpt from Margot Adler's book "Heretic's Heart" to provide a commentary on the Pagan community as a whole.  Next show's topic:  "Is the G-ddess/Feminine over-emphasized in Paganism?"  Deadline for yo...more...

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Episode 027 - My Thoughts on Samhain
Updated: 2006-10-26 05:58:00
Description: My thoughts on Samhain, coupled with "Massacre/Lake Monster" by Dragon Ritual Drummers....more...

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Episode 2007-02: Dissecting "True Magick" by Amber K - Part Two
Updated: 2007-01-24 06:24:00
Description: Part two of my three part series on Amber K's book "True Magick".  Musical featre is "Devil's Dance Floor" by Flogging Molly.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com...more...

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Episode 2007-03: Dissecting "True Magick" by Amber K - Part Three
Updated: 2007-01-24 06:25:00
Description: Part three of my three part series on Amber K's book "True Magick".  Musical feature is "Protection Chant" by Lisa Thiel.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com...more...

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Episode 2007-15: Is Wicca a Religion for the Lazy Pagan?
Updated: 2007-09-05 00:34:00
Description: The topic comes from Jennifer, a listener who posed the question to me via Email.  I explore the topic from my point of view, as well as share the points of view of listeners who responded to the question.  Email: elfster@gmail.com &nb...more...

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Episode 2007-16: What is neo-Paganism?
Updated: 2007-09-18 22:31:00
Description: Featured question for the week was "What is neo-Paganism?"  My answer, plus a few other folks that wrote in their responses.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com  Myspace:  http://www.myspace.com/edgeofcircle...more...

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Episode 2007-17: Better Late Than Never
Updated: 2007-10-26 23:04:00
Description: Yeah -- its late in coming out.  I tackle four topics on one show:  Generational Witchcraft, Conservative Paganism, Why I would not be a good leader for the Pagan Community, and Misdirected War Protests.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com...more...

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Episode 2007-14 -- When Achieving Balance Isn't The Right Thing To Do
Updated: 2007-08-15 05:36:00
Description: I explore another topic on working within your Pagan Community, plus I introduce a new feature to the podcast -- audience participation!  Email: elfster@gmail.com   Gizmo: edgeofcircle   Yahoo IM: cf_elfster   Websi...more...

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Episode 2007-13: Its Not About the Destination...
Updated: 2007-07-28 21:14:00
Description: This week, I change the format slightly.  A handful of announcements, as well as some listener feedback.  I tackle the topic of one's spiritual Path and the problematic approach of labeling that occurs in seeking a Path.  Website: ...more...

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Episode 2007-012: Peeling the Onion
Updated: 2007-07-09 00:12:00
Description: Show is back with new equipment added to hopefully make the sound better.  Topic is on the shunning of Christians by Pagans and of Pagans by Christians.  Not much of a topic, but more like a rant from yours truly.  I might expand this ...more...

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Episode 2007-011: Back in the Saddle Again!
Updated: 2007-06-26 20:04:00
Description: Finally finished with my Masters degree!  w00t!  No musical feature for today's show -- just me rambling on about what has been going on -- as well as introducing the new Myspace page, the upcoming MeetUp group for the Denton, TX area and m...more...

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Episode 2007-09: What Does It Mean To Be A Pagan?
Updated: 2007-05-18 22:27:00
Description: A listener, Meaghan, posed the question to me "what does it mean to be a Pagan?"  I address my thoughts on the topic from my own perspective.  Also, I've got a little to say about the passing of Reverend Falwell.  Musical fea...more...

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Episode 2007-10 -- Psychic Vampirism
Updated: 2007-05-28 14:03:00
Description: Another listener question, this one on psychic vampirism, gets answered from my perspective.  Musical feature is Faun from Germany.  Have a safe Memorial Day weekend!  Don't forget to support our Pagan troops overseas!  Email:&nbs...more...

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Episode 2007-08: Get Involved!
Updated: 2007-05-05 19:40:00
Description: Now that the quest of the Veterans' Pentacle issue is finished, where do we go from here?  There will be a wide range of opinions -- but mine is that we get more involved in our local Pagan communities, starting with the Pagan Pride Day events.&...more...

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Episode 2007-07: ...Cities Need Love Too!
Updated: 2007-04-24 03:02:00
Description: Ever wonder why Pagans seem to dislike urban areas so much?  or does it just seem that way?  I offer my opinions/theory on the topic in this show.  Musical feature is Phish with their song "Down With Disease".  Lots of n...more...

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2007-06 -- Etiquette at Public Rituals
Updated: 2007-04-07 20:19:00
Description: There is a growing need for teachers to explain etiquette for their students at public rituals.  I address this topic, as well as a few other mini-rants in today's show.  Musical artist is Pat Humphires and her song "Swimming to the Ot...more...

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Episode 2007-05 -- Taking Up for the Military Pagans
Updated: 2007-03-15 02:04:00
Description: Another rant on the Military Pagans.  This time I address not only supporting Pagan Troop Support in their efforts, but also how one's actions can have a ripple effect on Pagans overseas in their respective military communities.  Musical fe...more...

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Episode 2007-04 -- Pagan Troop Support and Random Thoughts
Updated: 2007-03-02 00:48:00
Description: Today, I'm focusing on the Pagan Troop Support organization and their fantastic cause.  I'm also focusing (sort of) on some random thoughts that have been on my mind recently.  Musical feature is "Pagan Soldier" by Dragon Ritual D...more...

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Episode 2007-01: Dissecting "True Magick" by Amber K - Part One
Updated: 2007-01-08 06:03:00
Description: This is the first podcast of the year!  Part One in a Three Part series on Amber K's book "True Magick".  Musical feature is "Shadow of the Moon" by Blackmore's Night.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com....more...

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Episode029 - Peacemaker Die!
Updated: 2006-12-15 22:47:00
Description: My thoughts on the need for the "peace-makers" to step forward inside the Pagan community.  Musical feature is "Medusa's Coil" by Highlord.  elfster@gmail.com...more...

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Episode 028 -- Grounding and Centering
Updated: 2006-11-24 03:31:00
Description: My topic for this show deals with the focusing exercise known as "Grounding and Centering", including the technique that I use.  Musical Feature is "Midsummer Fires" by Blood Ruby.  There are also a metric ton of announc...more...

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Episode 026 - The Battle May Be Won....
Updated: 2006-09-18 03:50:00
Description: Talking about the purple ribbon campaign to show support for religious tolerance -- and how I would like to take this campaign a step further.  Musical feature is Tine Bealtaine from the neo-Celt band Omnia.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com&...more...

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Episode 025 - Back to the Basics
Updated: 2006-09-05 00:58:00
Description: Today's topic is on getting back to the core roots of one's beliefs.  I examine the core roots of my own beliefs, and discuss them a bit more in-depth than I have previously.  Also, there is an update on the show's new technical modificatio...more...

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Episode 024 - Individual Participation = Effective Community + Effective Leadership
Updated: 2006-08-14 03:16:00
Description: Part three of my three part series on Pagan Leadership, and Paga community.  Musical feature is The Iron Maidens, an all-female Iron Maiden tribute band.  Letters from readers, along with commentary from the Yahoo group.  website: ...more...

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Episode 023 - Our Pagan Community
Updated: 2006-08-07 01:43:00
Description: Part two of a three part series.  I take a look at our Pagan community, how it serves the needs of the Pagan populace, and how we can help out.  Musical feature is a bootleg of "Cemetary Gates" by Pantera from a 1991 concert in Mo...more...

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Episode 22 - Pagan Leadership (Part One of Three)
Updated: 2006-07-31 03:57:00
Description: Part one of a three part series on Pagan Leadership, Pagan Community and the need for a stronger, more effective approach to both.  Musical feature for the show is the band Van Davis from New York, NY.  Their songs âMonster Patrolâ and âCho...more...

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Episode 20 - Relating Your Pagan Beliefs to a non-Pagan World
Updated: 2006-06-30 22:22:00
Description: A listener submitted topic on how to relate one's Pagan beliefs to non-Pagans.  I discuss how I identify the types of individuals that I might be discussing my beliefs with and the approach that I might use to see how they would react to Pagan t...more...

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Edge of Circle Promo
Updated: 2006-06-30 00:52:00
Description: The first promo for the podcast.  Please use freely.  http://edgeofcircle.libsyn.com.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com...more...

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Episode 019 - Writing Group Rituals
Updated: 2006-06-11 23:17:00
Description: My take on the dynamics of writing groups rituals, as well as an explanation as to my point of view on group rituals as a whole.  Musical feature is "Starfire" from DragonForce.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com.  eGroup: ...more...

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Episode 018 - First Steps into a Community
Updated: 2006-06-04 18:39:00
Description: My thoughts on how to take one's first steps into the Pagan community at large.  Musical artist featured is country musician Jessica Harp.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com.  Yahoo group:  http://groups.yahoo.com/group/edgeofcircle...more...

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Episode 017 - Spellwork and Setting the Mood
Updated: 2006-05-15 05:03:00
Description: My thoughts on manipulating one's environment to insure a more conducive framework for working spells.  Musical feature is "Kiss Me Softly" by Wendy Rule.  Also some information on some changes to the podcast -- as well as introdu...more...

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Episode 001 - Introduction/Leadership
Updated: 2006-01-04 05:11:00
Description: My introduction of this podcast, along with my thoughts on leadership and teaching within the Pagan community at large....more...

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Episode 002 - Leadership Part 2 and Individual Participation
Updated: 2006-01-11 05:16:00
Description: I continue this week with some thoughts on Leadership within the Pagan community, along with a rant on individual participation within the Pagan community....more...

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Episode 003 -- the Virtual Pagan Community
Updated: 2006-01-20 01:18:00
Description: My thoughts on the virtual Pagan community -- both past and present, plus Kiva's "Celtic Sunrise" as music for the day. A little bonus for those who have to endure my scratchy voice today. ...more...

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Episode 004 - Coven as Family
Updated: 2006-01-25 22:49:00
Description: My thoughts on the importance of selecting a Coven based on the idea that Coven is Family....more...

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Episode 005 - Life as a Ritual
Updated: 2006-02-02 21:50:00
Description: I discuss how Life can be viewed within the context of a Ritual, how that plays into my own viewpoint, and I add a Lovecraft touch to the end of the show....more...

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Episode 006 - The Power of Words
Updated: 2006-02-09 02:02:00
Description: My thoughts on the Power of Words. Also, a few announcements of some changes for this podcast, and the songs "Artemis" and "Circe" from Wedny Rule....more...

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Episode 007 - Return to Community and Individual Participation
Updated: 2006-02-16 18:55:00
Description: Coming back to the topics of Community and Invidividual Participation. These are two topics that I believe are the strongest, most important issues facing our Pagan community today. Also, the music of Kenny Klein....more...

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Episode 008 - Ritual Tools
Updated: 2006-02-23 03:25:00
Description: Ritual tools are important to our visualization within a ritual. I talk about their significance and what to do when you don't have them handy. Celtic Stone's "Do You Love an Apple?" is the musical feature. Debut of the "Letters From You" segment....more...

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Episode 009 - Troll! Troll in the Podcast!
Updated: 2006-03-02 22:47:00
Description: A viewer requested topic on how to deal with Trolls within a Coven or Group. Musical feature is Jethro Tull's "Hunter Girl" from a 1985 concert, and a large number of announcements for Betwixt and Between, as well as MoveStudio....more...

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Episode 010 - "Positive Portrayals"
Updated: 2006-03-09 18:07:00
Description: My take on the current debate on "positive portrayals" of Pagans on reality TV shows. Musical feature is "Elf Call" by Steeleye Span....more...

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Episode 011 - Revitalizing Your Rituals
Updated: 2006-03-24 17:58:00
Description: From the Edge of the Circle is back! After a week-long layoff, we're back with a new show with tips of revitalizing your ritual -- a user requested topic! Musical interlude is "Gates of Urizen" by Bruce Dickinson. More comments from listeners, and...more...

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Episode 012 - Paganism and Politics
Updated: 2006-04-02 21:49:00
Description: My op-ed on why and how Pagans can get involved in their local and state government elections.  Musical feature is TNT's "Rain"....more...

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Episode 013 - Restoring My Inner Balance
Updated: 2006-04-09 17:49:00
Description: 09April2006 -- Today's topic centers around how I am trying to deal with my temper and anger issues in order to achieve a sense of Inner Balance.  Musical interludes are "Excape to Nowhere" and "Crying Angels" by Heaven's Fir...more...

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Episode 014 - The Pattern of Life
Updated: 2006-04-16 00:39:00
Description: My thoughts on learning from typical book sources versus learning from other aspects of life, including Science Fiction/Fantasy novels and movies.  Featured musical artist is Little Green Men from Fort Worth, Texas....more...

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Episode 015 - Reincarnation and Past Lives
Updated: 2006-04-22 14:21:00
Description: My thoughts on Reincarnation and Past Lives and how it relates to the Pattern of Life.  Musical feature from Folk/Country artist Kim McLean.  http://edgeofcircle.libsyn.com -- website.  Comments and suggestions can be Emailed to me at ...more...

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Episode 016 - Losing My Mythology
Updated: 2006-05-01 04:06:00
Description: My thoughts on how in forgetting our mythology, that we are losing knowledge and processes that help us to survive our daily lives.  Musical feature is Liquid Blue from San Diego, California.http://edgeofcircle.libsyn.com -- website.  elfst...more...

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