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Wayward Wanderer

Your friendly neighborhood Radical Heathen podcast! Join "The Way of Fire & Ice" author Ryan Smith for discussions on Norse Paganism in the 21st century, episodes come out on Wednesdays every month. Follow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/rysmi... Like my work? Then please check out my Patreon for bonus episodes and more: https://www.patreon.com/waywar...

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15:10

Meditation - Calming the Sea and Sky

Wayward Wanderer ·

2025/01/15

This guided meditation walks the listener through one of the core exercises in Fire & Ice spirituality which is used for helping practitioners reach a state of inner calm. All you need to do this meditation is a safe space where you can sit comfortably and not be disturbed.I'm hitting the conference circuit! If you can help get me out to Massachusetts, Minnesota, and Maryland this spring then please chip in what you can at my Ko-fi here: https://ko-fi.com/ryansmithwfiWant to support this

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59:26

Episode 45 - Violence

Wayward Wanderer ·

2025/01/08

If there's one thing that Nordic myth is known for, it is violence. Nordic groups are often depicted in pop culture and beyond as an inherently violent, warlike society. But how true was this and what does this mean for modern Heathens and Nordic spiritualists? Join your host for a deep dive into the violence of myth, saga, and history.How the Vikings Killed the Nordic Gods: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-how-the-vikings-killed-the-nordic-gods--51163737I'm hitting the conference

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29:24

Explainer 12 - The World Tree

Wayward Wanderer ·

2025/01/01

The World Tree is the center of the Nordic cosmos. It brings together the human and the cosmic, connecting all things into one vast multiversal ecosystem. Join your host for a journey through what the World Tree is, what it represents, and why it matters in Nordic myth.Want to support this podcast and my other work? Check out my Patreon!You can also help out by scheduling a rune reading with Ryan!Laura Cohen's Presentation:

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27:51

UNLOCKED - Modern Myths - Wild Hunt in the Old West

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/12/25

Hey everyone I hope you enjoy my first ever Patrons-only episode! This episode is the first of my modern myths, stories where I bring Nordic myth into the present and more recent past. I also, in the spirit of the Yuletide, am releasing this episode to the public while Patrons will enjoy a little early access and the ad-free experience.This modern myth is a story of the Wild Hunt, set in 1880s California, where greed, hospitality, and history collide on Central Valley ranchland. Enjoy!I'm hitting

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49:11

Episode 44 - Unverified Personal Gnosis

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/12/19

One term most people who have spent time in Pagan spaces has probably heard is UPG or unverified personal gnosis. Tune in for a wander with your host through what this term means, why it is essential to the modern Pagan movement, and the best way to handle UPG.I'm hitting the conference circuit! Find out more how you can help get me out to Massachusetts, Minnesota, and Maryland this spring at this link: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/spring-conferences-fundraiser--63344095Want to support this

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5:56

Spring Conferences Fundraiser

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/12/16

Hey everyone I have some big announcements for the spring 2025 conference season. I've been accepted to present at Paganicon in the Twin Cities, Sacred Spaces in Baltimore, and will be returning to the Harvard Divinity School this April! I'm also going to need everyone's help to make all of that possible. If you would like to help then please tune in, head on over to my Ko-fi and Patreon, consider booking a rune reading with me, and share this info far and wide.Ko-fi link:

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48:31

In Their Own Words - Heretical Heathenry feat....

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/12/11

Elizabeth Sandifer is an author, the creator of Eruditorum Press, and is a practicing Pagan. She currently writes Last War in Albion, a history of the magical war between Alan Moore and Grant Morrison. She used to write TARDIS Eruditorum, a history of Britain told through the lens of a ropey sci-fi series. She also wrote Neoreaction a Basilisk, writes comics, and presented the workshop "Heretical Heathenry" at Northeast Thing this past

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31:36

Explainer 11 - Divination

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/12/05

Divination is probably one of the most commonly used spiritual tools in the world. Join your host for a discussion of why divination is worth doing, some key dos and don'ts while using it, and a short introduction into Heathen divination methods.Want to support this podcast and my other work? Check out my Patreon!You can also help out by scheduling a rune reading with Ryan!Laura Cohen's Presentation:

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43:32

In Their Own Words - Sif Brookes

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/11/20

Joining us today is author and podcaster Sif Brookes! Sif is a reconstructionist Nordic Heathen writer and artist who is the Marketing Officer for the Committee of Asatru UK, the National LGBTQIA+ manager for the Pagan Federation, co-wrote and illustrated The Wyrd Less Woven, an Alternative Heathen Prayer Book with Dan Coultas, was a founding host of the Heathen Wyrdos podcast, is currently creating content as Valsif on Youtube, and has a new book coming out called, Valkyrjur, Servant or Master: An

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54:06

Episode 43 - Endings and Beginnings

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/11/13

The US election has happened and fascism won at the ballot box. It's time to get to work on what can best sustain the Pagan, Heathen, and Witch movements in the days ahead and help build a better world for all. Join your host for a walk through what can be done and where we can go from

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28:32

Explainer 10 - Creation and Destruction

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/11/09

How reality is made and functions is a central concept in every form of spirituality. Join your host for a journey into the intricate dance of creation and destruction that lies at the heart of Nordic myth!Want to support this podcast and my other work? Check out my Patreon!You can also help out by scheduling a rune reading with Ryan!

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13:21

Show Update

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/11/09

Hey everyone I'd like to make some updates on what is coming from this podcast and let you all know about ways you can help support my work. Please tune in to find out what's coming in 2025 for the Wayward Wanderer and more!Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/waywardwandererCalendly: https://calendly.com/ryan-fireandice/reading-appointmentClasses: www.onblackwings.com/classes

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76:09

Live with Shane Burley, author of Safety Through...

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/11/01

On October 31st, Ryan hosted a livestream and Q&A with Shane Burley, co-author of "Safety Through Solidarity: A Radical Guide to Fighting Antisemitism" and author of "Fascism Today: What it is and How to End It", on antisemitism today, antisemitism in the Pagan community, and how Pagan and Jewish communities can resist the conspiratorial Right and rising Christian Nationalism through unity and solidarity.You can also watch the livestream on YouTube here!Shane's article on antisemitism in

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59:16

Episode 42 - Election 2024

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/10/30

Election 2024 is only days away and the choices couldn't be more stark. Join your host for a walkthrough of what is at stake, why we need to reinforce the sandbags holding back the fascist flood, and more!Project for a New American Century:https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2021/9/10/decades-after-9-11-what-became-of-the-ussProject 2025:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bTpbDL5dcgProject Esther:

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Announcing Live with Shane Burley!

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/10/29

Hey everyone I'm holding a special live online Q&A with Shane Burley this Thursday, October 31st at 5PM PST!Join me, the author of "The Way of Fire & Ice" and "Spinning Wyrd", for a live Q&A with Shane Burley, co-author of "Safety Through Solidarity: A Radical Guide to Fighting Antisemitism" and author of "Fascism Today: What it is and How to End It", on antisemitism today, antisemitism in the Pagan community, and how Pagan and Jewish communities can resist the conspiratorial Right and

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55:31

Episode 41 - Supernatural

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/10/24

Many core Pagan and Heathen practices are often described as supernatural, but is that really the right word for what we do? Join your host for a dive into the origins of the concept of the supernatural, what it implies, and how we could move beyond its logic of separation and isolation.Click here to schedule a rune reading with Ryan!

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54:01

Episode 40 - Ancestor Veneration

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/10/16

Ancestor veneration is a major component of modern Heathen spirituality and many forms of Paganism. Join your host for an exploration of veneration for the dead, the foundations of ancestor worship in modern Heathen practice, how to deal with awful ancestors, and more!Click here to schedule a rune reading with Ryan!

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15:01

Special Update on Hurricanes Helene and Milton

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/10/09

I am taking a break from the usual programming to talk about mutual aid, disaster relief, and disinformation in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.*Mutual Aid*It Could Happen Here*Mutual Aid Disaster Relief*Appalachian Medical Solidarity*Appalachian Regional Commission Hurricane Helene Resources*Is Chimney Rock Being Bulldozed?

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31:49

Explainer 9 - Death, Dying, and the Dead

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/10/02

It's Spooktober, so let's start the month off right with a little explainer about death, dying, and the dead in Heathenry! Join Ryan for a journey into the why, how, and what of death, dying, and the afterlife in Heathenry. Highlights of this episode include a short trip through the Heathen hereafters, attitudes towards life and death, and dispelling any notion that your afterlife is a reward or a punishment for how you lived.Click here to schedule a rune reading with Ryan!

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58:47

In Their Own Words - James Mason & the Far Right...

Wayward Wanderer ·

2024/09/25

CW: Extensive discussion of Neo-Nazi ideology and history, terrorism, and other political violenceJoining us today is author and antifascist researcher Spencer Sunshine! Spencer has a PhD in Sociology, has written extensively on the U.S. Far Right, and has a new book out with Routledge called Neo-Nazi Terrorism and Countercultural Fascism. We talked all about the central figure of his work, neo-Nazi ideologue James Mason, Mason's influence on the modern far-right and connections to critical

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