Atheists and Christians in Agreement? Look for the Deeper Story

When conservative Christians and atheists are in agreement about religion, you can be sure you’re not getting the whole story. It will come as no surprise that when you dig deeper you discover they’re

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The 20s Are Coming – Are You Ready?

The 1920s were not a decade of non-stop party and fun, particularly for those who weren’t young, rich, and white. The 2020s won’t be either. But I hope that when 2120 arrives and people look back to u

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Druids, Pop Culture, and Pagan Advice for Beginners

The final post from the last Conversations Under the Oaks: what makes a Druid? What about pop culture Paganism? The challenges of contemporary polytheism, how to balance the requirements of priesthood

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A Druid’s Perspective on the Fair Folk

My perspective on the Fair Folk is grounded in folklore and informed by first-hand experience. My UPG is that the Fair Folk see opportunities in the Storm and are positioning themselves to take advant

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You Don’t Have to Use Magic to be a Pagan (but why wouldn’t you?)

If you choose to avoid magic that’s your decision and I respect it. You don’t have to be a magician of any sort to be a good Pagan or a good polytheist. But I want all the tools in my toolbox that I c

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