From the Edge of the Circle

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 is an exploration of the concept of oaths.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com  Website:  www.myspace.com/edgeofcircle

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 your commentary for the next show is November 17th.  Email:  elfster@gmail.com  Myspace:  http://www.myspace.com/edgeofcircle

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  Myspace:  http://www.myspace.com/edgeofcircle

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

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   Gizmo: edgeofcircle   Yahoo IM: cf_elfster   Website: http://www.edgeofcircle.org  Libsyn Website: http://edgeofcircle.libsyn.com   Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/edgeofcircle

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   Website: http://www.edgeofcircle.org  Libsyn Website: http://edgeofcircle.libsyn.com   Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/edgeofcircle

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:  http://www.edgeofcircle.org  Email:  elfster@gmail.com  Myspace:  http://www.msyapce.com/edgeofcircle

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 into a full-fledged topic at some time.  Musical feature is "Mushaboom" by Feist.  http://edgeofcircle.org  http://www.myspace.com/edgeofcircle   Email:  elfster@gmail.com

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 my upcoming plans for Blogathon 2007.  A very special shout-out to Bill over in Iraq, as well as some short discussion on Pagan Troop Support.  Glad to be back!

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:  elfster@gmail.com  Website:  http://www.edgeofcircle.org

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 feature is Omnia's song "Teutates".  Email:  elfster@gmail.com  Website:  http://www.edgeofcircle.org

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.  Musical feature is Green Druid with "Night Dance".  Email:  elfster@gmail.com  Website:  http://www.edgeofcircle.org

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 news items too!  Email:  elfster@gmail.com  Website:  http://www.edgeofcircle.org

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 Other Side."  Email:  elfster@gmail.com  Website:  www.edgeofcircle.org

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 feature is Kim McLean's "Forever-Everyday".  Webpage:  http://www.edgeofcircle.org  Email:  elfster@gmail.com

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 Drummers.  Website:  http://www.edgeofcircle.org  Email:  elfster@gmail.com

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

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

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.

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