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PODCAST

Cliffhangers and Cocktails

Amy Cissell & Shéa MacLeod

Fantasy book discussions, author interviews, cocktail recipes (and drinking!), and witchy content. Hosted by Shéa MacCleod and Amy Cissell, USA Today Bestselling Authors of urban fantasy, cozy mysteries, paranormal women"s fiction, and all things magical and wonderful.

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Episode 15: Beaver, Gin, and an interview with AMY...

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2025/11/04

Today's interviewee is none other than 1/3 of the Caftan Coven (and pod co-host) Amy Cissell! We'll discuss her upcoming series - Silver City Shifters, as well as French 75s, pomegranates, manifestation, and the Beaver Supermoon! Pour yourself a drink, get cozy, and dive into the episode! This week's cocktail is a Pomegranate French 75. Recipe at the bottom of the show notes. This week's links - Oracle Deck: Laura May – The Ritual Kitchen on IG: https://www.instagram.com/lauramayritualk...

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Minisode 5: Happy Samhain!

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2025/10/31

Pour yourself a Hades Snare (recipe at the end) and join us for an overview on the history of the Western European celebration of Samhain. Today's Oracle deck is Juliet Diaz and Lorraine Anderson's Seasons of the Witch Samhain Deck, and our card is "Pumpkin." Key words: Protection, fertility, and prosperity! https://www.rockpoolpublishing.com/seasons-of-the-witch-samhain-oracle And you definitely need to get Shea's latest Halloween-themed book, A Haunt Mess. (It's available all over, but...

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Episode 14: RENEE ROSE & LEE SAVINO! Abundance,...

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2025/10/23

Our 14th full episode features an interview with the amazing Lee Savino & Renee Rose, and we couldn't be more excited about it! Join us to talk about money magic, abundance journeys, co-authorship, and of course, general shenanigans. This week's cocktails are a cucumber gimlet (Renee's) and a jalapeño margarita (Lee's). Recipes at the bottom of the show notes. This week's links - Kelly Burton (tarot deck): https://sacredsoultarot.com/butterfly-tarot Write to Riches https://www.amazo...

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Minisode 4: Craft Cocktails - Tequila Sunrise

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2025/10/14

Welcome to minisode #4! Today, our craft topic is Craft Cocktails, and we're going to take you through a tequila sunrise. The recipe is below if you want to follow along as we make it and discuss the magical properties of all the ingredients! Recipe 1 ½ oz tequila (pour in bottom of glass) – Made from the agave plant, carries the energy of rejuvenation 4 oz orange juice with 1 Tablespoon lemon (top the tequila) – Citrus brings a refreshing and invigorating energy from the sun. Inhale the sc...

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64:16

Episode 13: Part II with C. R. ROWENSON (and SHEA!),...

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2025/10/08

This is part 2 of our interview with Clark Rowenson. We'll talk about the recently past Harvest Moon and listen to Clark and Shea discuss the magic system in her book "Potions, Poisons, & Peril." LINKS! Shea's magic systems: Potions, Poisons, and Perils! https://crrowenson.com/ (Want to get your magic systems reviewed? Check out Clark's services! https://crrowenson.com/services/) Youtube: The Magic Engineer The Magic System Blueprint (and the downloadables as mentioned!) Spawn Point ...

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Minisode 3: Blessed Mabon!

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2025/09/22

Join us for our Mabon minisode. We do a brief overview of the history, then talk about themes, rituals, and how to celebrate! Shea had her custom Mabon Old Fashioned. She made some tweaks to her original recipe - so feel free to do the same! Recipe makes 2 drinks. 4 oz bourbon 2 oz prickly pear syrup 2 oz blackberry puree 1 oz lime juice 4 dashes orange bitters -Shake with ice, pour in (two) glasses & garnish with a cherry. Amy also had a custom drink - go to the Cliffhangers and Cockta...

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Episode 12: Potato Moons and an interview with C. R....

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2025/09/16

This is part 1 of our interview with Clark Rowenson. We'll talk about the recently past Corn Moon and Clark's author & coaching journey. Grab your Sex on the Beach - Ingredients: 1 oz vodka1 oz peach schnapps 3 oz orange juice3 ounces cranberry juiceIce (optional)Cocktail cherry for garnish (optional)Add all ingredients except ice to glass. Stir it well while focusing on your intention. Add ice if preferred, and garnish with cherry. This drink is perfect for protection, abundan...

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35:43

Minisode 2: Writing craft and the first draft

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2025/09/02

Welcome to our second "craft" mini-sode. This week we're talking about the craft of plotting and writing the first draft. If you want to read Shea's book on journaling to write faster, you can grab it on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071HMFYGJ Follow the pod on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cliffhangersandcocktails/, check out our website at https://www.cliffhangersandcocktails.com/ and sign up for our newsletter! Don't forget to like, rate, review, subscribe, and share! ...

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Episode 11: Tinned fish, death, and an interview with...

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2025/08/19

Welcome to episode 11 with Urban Fantasy author C. Thomas Lafollette. Join Amy (ON LOCATION IN PORTUGAL) as we talk to C. Thomas about his book A Shot for Death (book 1 in his Red City Reaper series), tea, the Salmon Moon (August's full moon), tinned fish carnival stores, and, most importantly gin and tonic. GIN & TONIC 1 part gin to 3 parts tonic (or to taste - Amy is more of a 1:2 kinda witch). Pour over ice, give it a stir, and garnish with a lime slice. Gin – Gin's metaphy...

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65:17

Episode 10: A Very Special Episode with Samantha...

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2025/08/05

Welcome to episode 10 where we interview massage therapist, reiki practitioner, and MOST IMPORTANTLY (to this episode), crystal chakra-balancing therapist. If you're in the Portland area and need any of these services (hint: you do), head to her website at www.satyaspace.com In addition to a great interview, Samantha provided some resources for those interested in learning more about crystals and crystal therapy. The Book of Stones can be purchased at: http://www.thebookofstones.com/ and...

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Minisode 1: Lughnasa

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2025/08/01

Welcome to our Lughnasa Minisode! Bread recipe (Alas, not the one discussed, but also super easy!): https://www.kingarthurbaking.com/recipes/no-knead-crusty-white-bread-recipe Seasons of the Witch Lammas Oracle by Juliet Diaz and Lorriane Anderson: https://www.rockpoolpublishing.com/seasons-of-the-witch-lammas-oracle Finally - follow the pod on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cliffhangersandcocktails/, check out our website at https://www.cliffhangersandcocktails.com/ and sign up for...

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Episode 9: An Interview with LAURETTA HIGNETT,...

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2025/07/08

On today's episode, we interview author extraordinaire Loretta Hignett, talk about every day magic, and reveal an upcoming exciting guest (REDACTED). You can find Lauretta at the following places: https://laurettahignett.com/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Lauretta-Hignett/author/B079ZPLXNL https://www.instagram.com/laurettahignett/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/laurettasravenousreaders/ If you want to (metaphorically) drink with Lauretta, make yourself a Spicy Pineapple Margarita Pe...

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Episode 8: Kitchen Witchery, Iced Carnal Amys, and an...

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2025/07/01

Find Red Tash at: https://planettash.com/ Her books are available at all major retailers: https://planettash.com/red-tash/ And you can follow her on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/theplanettash/ Today’s Oracle Deck is the Seasons of the Witch Litha deck by Juliet Diaz. You can get your very own at: https://www.rockpoolpublishing.com/juliet-diaz Find Shéa on IG: https://www.instagram.com/sheamacleodauthor/ Amy is at: https://www.instagram.com/acissellwrites/ You can keep up with t...

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Episode 7: Witches, Pirates, and an interview with...

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2025/06/25

Find Joany's Facebook Page No Doubt Rocks: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576663238253 Her YouTube page is: https://www.youtube.com/@wickedmerry And her Etsy page is: https://www.etsy.com/shop/WickedMerryCreations Obviously, go watch all her Hallmark Christmas movies immediately! The Litha deck we used in this episode is by Juliet Diaz, and you can get it at Rockpool Publishing: https://www.rockpoolpublishing.com/seasons-of-the-witch-litha-oracle Summer Love Litha Cocktail...

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Episode 6: Interview with Hollie Moon and a ROGUE...

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2025/06/10

Welcome to episode 6 where we discuss the waning moon, Gemini Gin cocktails, and interview paranormal romance writer Anastasia Wild and learn all about her new series under the pen name Hollie Moon! You can find her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anastasiawildeauthor/ And her books are on Amazon in Kindle Unlimited: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Anastasia-Wilde/author/B01MEEF0NW?ccs_id=138d7001-80e6-4c72-ad50-17bf374ddb90 Preorder her book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FCSLVRKX ...

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Episode 5: Blood Worm Moons and an Interview with...

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2025/05/08

Soo.... this is a bit on the late side. A combo of technical issues and broken feet (well, only one broken foot) delayed this a lot a lot. But please enjoy the interview with Linda and our conversation about worms! You can find Linda's books on Amazon and Barnes & Noble OR head to her website where you can also pick up her Oracle Deck! http://lindamercury.com And find her on instagram @lindamercury Clover Club Cocktail Clover Club Cocktail Ingredients · &nbs...

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Episode 4: DRAG QUEENS and an interview with Shéa...

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2025/02/25

In our fourth episode, we talk about Shéa's book "Day of the Were-Jackal" and wander through stories about drag queen cocktail hours, antiquity hoarders, and magic soap, stopping in to talk about the moon, Champagne, and whether bacon should be in a cocktail. If you're interested in the magic soap (Wake up, witch!) you can visit If the Broom Fits. If you want to check out our new drag queen superhero, find where Saint Syndrome is performing next! You can buy Shéa's books just about anywhere b...

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59:11

Episode 3: Stuff Grows in Dirt and a Conversation...

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2025/02/19

Episode 3 features an interview with USA Today Bestselling Author Tara West and her books "Sugar, Spice, and a Magical Midlife" and "Fuck Off, I'm Fifty." You can follow Tara on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok! We also drink magical lemon drops - 2 ounces vodka3/4 ounce Cointreau or triple sec½ ounce limoncello (optional)1 ounce lemon juice 3/4 ounce simple syrupIceAdd ice to cocktail shaker. Add all ingredients. Shake it like a Polaroid picture until your fingers freeze. Pour into...

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Episode 2: ELIZABETH HUNTER interview, gin, and Imbolc

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2025/01/28

In the second episode of Cliffhangers and Cocktails, Shea and Amy talk about Imbolc, drink Bloody Bellinis, and welcome USA Today Bestselling Author Elizabeth Hunter to the pod!You can find Elizabeth Hunter (and buy her books direct) at elizabethhunter.com, follow her on Instagram (@elizabethhunterwrites), and join her Facebook Group "Hunters Haven" https://www.facebook.com/groups/ElizabethHunterFans/.You can find the jewelry we discussed at https://www.etsy.com/shop/MollyMorganJewe...

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