From the Edge of the Circle

Episode 2009-09: New Age or Religion. Where Do the Books Belong?

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:32:00 GMT

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 here. Wendy Rule is the musical feature for the show. elfster@gmail.com

Coming Soon!!

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 03:43:00 GMT

Hi ya'll....I know its been a short while since I've put anything out. I've been focusing on the back end of the last class I had at NorthCentral. Now that it is out of the way, and I've got a some time before I have to get into classes at University of North Texas, I'll be recording some podcast topics that have been requested over the past few months from ya'll. Basically, I'll slap the topic together when I get the inspiration to record, and hold those off in reserve for shows...and try my best to stay on some sort of schedule. The next show should be out tomorrow (6/25)...I just need to polish the raw file a bit more so that you can understand me...LOL Like I can be understood...LOL Anyways...thanks for ya'll's patience...

--TommyElf

Episode 2009-08: Getting Out of Your Own Way

Tue, 26 May 2009 22:10:00 GMT

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 Music is "Pagan Girl" by Emerald Rose.

Episode 2009-07: Crisis of Faith

Fri, 15 May 2009 17:52:00 GMT

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@gmail.com

Episode 2009-06 -- Warrior's Path

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 21:39:00 GMT

My musings on the warrior's path. Music is "Peace Now" by Gaia Consort. Email: elfster@gmail.com

2009-05: Just Drinking a Bit of a Tea

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 17:00:00 GMT

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

Episode 2009-04: Ren Faires as Pagan Magnets

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 02:10:00 GMT

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 Pagans are so attracted to the thematic format. I also discuss why I don't do politics. Email: elfster@gmail.com. Thanks to VG Lovecraft for pointing out the sound quality issues!

mp4 Format Issues

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 01:36:00 GMT

Hi ya'll. VG Lovecraft pointed out that the show had a ton of sound issues in the mp4 format. So I removed that file and am currently recompiling into an mp3 format from the original mix. Sorry about the quality in the mp4 format. Obviously...that's not quite ready for primetime as I thought it was. I should have the remixed mp3 format up in about 30 minutes. Again, my apologies for not qc-ing the show better on that mix.

Episode 2009-03: Defining Community, Its What You Make of It

Mon, 9 Mar 2009 01:48:00 GMT

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" Email: elfster@gmail.com

Episode 2009-02: So What's Stopping Us? Community Discussion Continued...

Tue, 3 Feb 2009 03:01:00 GMT

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 you wanting to get from it? Music is "Pipes for Pan" by Damh the Bard. Email: elfster@gmail.com

Episode 2009-01: Identity and Community

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 03:28:00 GMT

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 this discussion -- let's explore this concept in a little more depth. Music is from Wendy Rule's album "World Between the Worlds"... Email: elfster@gmail.com Blog site: edgeofcircle.blogspot.com

Episode 2008-24: Looking back on the Tracks I have Walked

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 04:19:00 GMT

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 excellent work he's done on categorizing all the podcasts for this and other shows at http://paganpodcastindex.wordpress.com/ !!! Email: elfster@gmail.com

Episode 2008-23: Good, Evil, Its What I Intended

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 00:25:00 GMT

A discussion of Good, Evil and Intent. Music from In This Moment and Cruachan. Email: elfster@gmail.com

Episode 2008-22: Relationships With Non-Pagans

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 04:46:00 GMT

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 is "Pagan Girl" by Emerald Rose. Email: elfster@gmail.com

Episode 2008-21: Evangelizing in the Workplace

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 22:58:00 GMT

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-spelling intentional!)

Episode 2008-20: Open Swim -- Politics and More!

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 23:16:00 GMT

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 The Killdares: www.killdares.com. Buy their music, they are AWESOME!!

Episode 2008-19 -- Tweener Show -- Walking and Religulous

Fri, 3 Oct 2008 22:28:00 GMT

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 thoughts for what I think the movie will actually be. I close the show with "Rememberance" by Chalice and Blade from their 'Wild Hunt" album.

Episode 2008-18 -- Poli (meaning "many") Tics (meaning "blood-sucking insects")

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 01:23:00 GMT

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 - respond before October 10th. Email: elfster@gmail.com I close the show with "The Old Ones" by Gaia Consort from their Gaia Circles album.

Episode 2008-17 -- Tweener Show: Palin, the Third Wave and Your Vote

Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:31:00 GMT

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, which can be found at http://www.wildhunt.org/blog.html. Ending music is "Pagan Soldier" from the Dragon Ritual Drummers http://dragonritualdrummers.com

Episode 2008-16 -- Initiations, Again....

Mon, 8 Sep 2008 04:25:00 GMT

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, and Fox and Arrowind with the Pagan Parentsâ on the Edge (LOVE that podcast name!).
Catnip Brew: http://www.catnipbrew.com
Moonshine: http://moon-shine.org/wordpress/
Pagan Parents on the Edge: http://paganparentsote.podbean.com/
Music is âSweet Emptinessâ from Gaian Consortâs âGaia Circlesâ album. http://www.gaiaconsort.com/

Reminders:
DFW Pagan pride Day is September 13th. http://ntxppd.org/
DFW Witches Ball will be held November 8th at 8PM this year at 2607 Walnut Hill Lane Suite 200 at Shady Trail Dallas, TX 75229. Tickets are on sale now. You can purchase them online through PayPal at tickets@witchesball.org $25 for singles or $40 for couples. If you have any questions or would like to help in any way, email RavenMae at magick@witchesball.org

Check out the following blogs:
LitheWolfâs The Broom Closet podcast blog site http://thebroomclosetshow.blogspot.com
Celestiteâs A Pagan Tapestry blog at http://apagantapestry.blogspot.com

Episode 2008-15 -- "Open Swim" Topics

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 19:06:00 GMT

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 Neko Case concert here in Dallas, the North Texas Pagan Pride Day, and CMA Samhain. Email: elfster@gmail.com

Episode 2008-14 -- Rant on Elitism

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 16:37:00 GMT

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 questions as I can in the show. Email: elfster@gmail.com

Audio Note -- June 2008

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 15:16:00 GMT

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 towards the end of July, once I finish up my last intro class on my doctorate program.

Temporary Hiatus

Fri, 23 May 2008 02:28:00 GMT

hey ya'll. I apologize for not having a podcast out over the last few weeks. Blame it on my poor time management and assesment skills. I'm a bit overloaded with the assignment schedule for my first class in my Doctoral program. The schedule called for eight papers and two tests over thrity days. So, here I am with nine days left in class, three papers and one exam left to finish. Couple that with a busy work schedule, and my time is really crunched right now. The next two classes (also both thirty days in length) promise to have just as hectic a schedule. After that, my classes become ninety days in length, and things should return back to normal. So my apologies for not having anything out -- and I will most likely have very little time to get anything out during the next two months. Sorry to say, but my class work comes first...

In the meantime, please remember that there are a lot of other great podcasts out there that continue to put out excellent shows: The Secrets in Plain Sight!, The Wigglian Way, The Broom Closet, A Pagan Heart in Maine, Pagan Living, Geek Witch, The Modern Musings of a Cultured Barbarian, Mid-Michigan Pagan Podcast, and several others.

Hope ya'll will still be here when I get back!

Hugs,

TommyElf

Episode 2008-13: Public Rituals

Tue, 6 May 2008 16:49:00 GMT

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: TommyElf22@yahoo.com

Episode 2008-12: Moon Rituals (Full Moons)

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 18:28:00 GMT

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: TommyElf22@yahoo.com

Episode 2008-11: Book of Shadows

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 21:28:00 GMT

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@yahoo.com

Episode 2008-10: Moon Rituals (Introduction)

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 18:16:00 GMT

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.nekocase.com). Email: elfster@gmail.com YahooIM: TommyElf22@yahoo.com

Episode 2008-09: The Lost Art of Mythic Story-Telling

Mon, 7 Apr 2008 02:23:00 GMT

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

Episode 2008-08: Choosing a Coven

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 03:27:00 GMT

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. Email: Elfster@gmail.com Yahoo: TommyElf22

Episode 2008-07: The "dark" side of Paganism

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 22:20:00 GMT

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 -- but in true spirit, we "wiggle" on through it. Music is "The Killing Moon" from Wendy Rule. Email: elfster@gmail.com YahooIM: TommyElf22

2008 Edge of Circle Promo

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 16:38:00 GMT

The newest promo for the show! Website: http://edgeofcircle/libsyn.com Email: elfster@gmail.com

Episode 2008-06 -- Morning Ritual

Sat, 15 Mar 2008 19:06:00 GMT

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.com/lyrics.html and can be ordered at http://www.gaiaconsort.com/order.html. Next show's topic is the Darker Side of Paganism. Responses need to be in to me via Email at elfster@gmail.com by March 22nd for inclusion in the show. Thanks for downloading the show! Have a good week! --TommyElf

Episode 2008-05 -- Animism, Anthropomorphism and the Kami

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 01:09:00 GMT

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 -- I'll get it right next time. Email: elfster@gmail.com

Episode 2008-04 -- What Do You Want From Your Pagan Community?

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 02:33:00 GMT

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 March 9th to be included in the show. Musical feature is Leproconundrum and Queen of Argyll by The Killdares.

The Killdares: www.killdares.com

Email: elfster@gmail.com
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/edgeofcircle
PaganSpace: www.paganspace.net, search for "TommyElf" or for "From the Edge of the Circle"

Episode 2008-03 -- What Do You Want From Your Pagan Leadership?

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 01:46:00 GMT

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: elfster@gmail.com Myspace: www.myspace.com/edgeofcircle PaganSpace: http://www.paganspace.net/profile/FromtheEdgeoftheCircle Covenspace: http://tommyelf.covenspace.com

Episode 2008-02 -- Spells and TommyElf, Generally Not a Good Mix

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 23:48:00 GMT

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: elfster@gmail.com Myspace: www.myspace.com/edgeofcircle PaganSpace: http://www.paganspace.net/profile/FromtheEdgeoftheCircle Covenspace: http://tommyelf.covenspace.com

Episode 2008-01: Modern Living vs. Old World Beliefs

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:54:00 GMT

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" from Enter The Haggis (www.enterthehaggis.com). New segment is my editorial on the news of the day. Next show topic is "What do you believe is spellwork and magic?", which is a revisit of a topic from a previous show, as suggested by elizabeh. Topic deadline for the show is 1/27. Email: elfster@gmail.com Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/edgeofcircle PaganSpace: http://www.paganspace.net/profile/FromtheEdgeoftheCircle Covenspace: http://tommyelf.covenspace.com

Episode 2007-21: Thoughts on Music

Wed, 26 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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 "The Only One". Next show's topic: "How do you integrate your beliefs with today's Modern World?" with show deadline of January 14, 2008. Email: elfster@gmail.com Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/edgeofcircle PaganSpace: http://www.paganspace.net/profile/FromtheEdgeoftheCircle

Episode 2007-20 -- Oaths: Intent and Honor Among Words

Sun, 9 Dec 2007 06:35:00 GMT

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 also have a political rant concerning the funding for US troops located overseas. Next show's topic is "What music type or music artist inspires you to be "you"?" -- with responses for the show due by December 23rd for inclusion in that show. Website: http://www.myspace.com/edgeofcircle Email: elfster@gmail.com

Podcast Delayed

Wed, 5 Dec 2007 04:56:00 GMT

The newest podcast will be delayed for a bit. I've got some major distortion in the raw files I've recorded so far -- which make the podcast not a real joy to listen to. So I've got to figure out why I'm getting so much distortion out of the sound board....and then re-record the entire episode. Hopefully, I'll have something available by tomorrow (12/5). My apologies for the tardiness....

Episode 2007-19 -- An Over-Emphasis on the Feminine in Paganism?

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 03:45:00 GMT

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

Episode 2007-18: Heretic's Heart - A Commentary on Community

Wed, 7 Nov 2007 04:09:00 GMT

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

Episode 2007-17: Better Late Than Never

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 23:04:00 GMT

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

Episode 2007-16: What is neo-Paganism?

Tue, 18 Sep 2007 22:31:00 GMT

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

Episode 2007-15: Is Wicca a Religion for the Lazy Pagan?

Wed, 5 Sep 2007 00:34:00 GMT

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

Episode 2007-14 -- When Achieving Balance Isn't The Right Thing To Do

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 05:36:00 GMT

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

Episode 2007-13: Its Not About the Destination...

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 21:14:00 GMT

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

Episode 2007-012: Peeling the Onion

Mon, 9 Jul 2007 00:12:00 GMT

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

Episode 2007-011: Back in the Saddle Again!

Tue, 26 Jun 2007 20:04:00 GMT

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!

Episode 2007-10 -- Psychic Vampirism

Mon, 28 May 2007 14:03:00 GMT

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

Episode 2007-09: What Does It Mean To Be A Pagan?

Fri, 18 May 2007 22:27:00 GMT

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

Episode 2007-08: Get Involved!

Sat, 5 May 2007 19:40:00 GMT

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

Episode 2007-07: ...Cities Need Love Too!

Tue, 24 Apr 2007 03:02:00 GMT

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

2007-06 -- Etiquette at Public Rituals

Sat, 7 Apr 2007 20:19:00 GMT

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

Episode 2007-05 -- Taking Up for the Military Pagans

Thu, 15 Mar 2007 02:04:00 GMT

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

Episode 2007-04 -- Pagan Troop Support and Random Thoughts

Fri, 2 Mar 2007 00:48:00 GMT

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

Episode 2007-03: Dissecting "True Magick" by Amber K - Part Three

Wed, 24 Jan 2007 06:25:00 GMT

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

Episode 2007-02: Dissecting "True Magick" by Amber K - Part Two

Wed, 24 Jan 2007 06:24:00 GMT

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

Episode 2007-01: Dissecting "True Magick" by Amber K - Part One

Mon, 8 Jan 2007 06:03:00 GMT

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.

Episode029 - Peacemaker Die!

Fri, 15 Dec 2006 22:47:00 GMT

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

Episode 028 -- Grounding and Centering

Fri, 24 Nov 2006 03:31:00 GMT

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 announcements. :) Email: elfster@gmail.com

Podcast Alley Claim

Wed, 22 Nov 2006 17:57:00 GMT

My Podcast Alley feed! {pca-08708b0f91297bd83eb61d470f1dba9e}

Episode 027 - My Thoughts on Samhain

Thu, 26 Oct 2006 05:58:00 GMT

My thoughts on Samhain, coupled with "Massacre/Lake Monster" by Dragon Ritual Drummers.

Episode 026 - The Battle May Be Won....

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 03:50:00 GMT

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 Yahoo group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/edgeofthecircele Gizmo account: edgeofcircle

Episode 025 - Back to the Basics

Tue, 5 Sep 2006 00:58:00 GMT

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 modifications, including a Gizmo account where voicemails can be left. GizmoID: edgeofcircle Website: http://edgeofcircle.libsyn.com Email: elfster@gmail.com YahooID: tommyelf_edgeofcircle Yahoo group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/edgeofcircle

Episode 024 - Individual Participation = Effective Community + Effective Leadership

Mon, 14 Aug 2006 03:16:00 GMT

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: http://edgeofcircle.libsyn.com Email: elfster@gmail.com Yahoo group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/edgeofcircle Frappr map: http://www.frappr.com/fromtheedgeofthecircle

Episode 023 - Our Pagan Community

Mon, 7 Aug 2006 01:43:00 GMT

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 Moscow. Email: elfster@gmail.com Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahho.com/group/edgeofcircle/ Frappr map: http://www.frappr.com/fromtheedgeofthecircle

Episode 22 - Pagan Leadership (Part One of Three)

Mon, 31 Jul 2006 03:57:00 GMT

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 âChoraleâ? are in the podcast. Email: Elfster@gmail.com. Yahoo group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/edgeofcircle.

Episode 021 - Op/Ed on Pagan Symbol for KIA Combat Veteran's Memorial Marker

Fri, 14 Jul 2006 21:46:00 GMT

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 use in this program. Please insure that your small children are not around to hear these descriptives in use. Yahoo group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/edgeofcircle Website: http://edgeofcircle.libsyn.com Email: elfster@gmail.com

Episode 20 - Relating Your Pagan Beliefs to a non-Pagan World

Fri, 30 Jun 2006 22:22:00 GMT

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 topics within a discussion format. Musical feature is Katie Melua's "Halfway Up the Hindu Kush". Email: elfster@gmail.com. Yahoo group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/edgeofcircle. Website: http://edgeofcircle.libsyn.com.

Episode 019 - Writing Group Rituals

Sun, 11 Jun 2006 23:17:00 GMT

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: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/edgeofcircle

Episode 018 - First Steps into a Community

Sun, 4 Jun 2006 18:39:00 GMT

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

Episode 017 - Spellwork and Setting the Mood

Mon, 15 May 2006 05:03:00 GMT

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 introducing the Yahoo group for the podcast.

http://edgeofcircle.libsyn.com -- website. Comments and suggestions can be Emailed to me at edgeofcircle@gmail.com or elfster@gmail.com.

Episode 016 - Losing My Mythology

Mon, 1 May 2006 04:06:00 GMT

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. elfster@gmail.com

Episode 015 - Reincarnation and Past Lives

Sat, 22 Apr 2006 14:21:00 GMT

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 edgeofcircle@gmail.com.

Episode 014 - The Pattern of Life

Sun, 16 Apr 2006 00:39:00 GMT

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.

Episode 013 - Restoring My Inner Balance

Sun, 9 Apr 2006 17:49:00 GMT

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 Fire from Oklahoma City, OK. Also, more comments from listeners, include an interesting letter from a Christian listener; and event announcements for Betwixt and Between, MoveStudio, CMA, and Meetup.com.

Episode 012 - Paganism and Politics

Sun, 2 Apr 2006 21:49:00 GMT

My op-ed on why and how Pagans can get involved in their local and state government elections. Musical feature is TNT's "Rain".

Episode 011 - Revitalizing Your Rituals

Fri, 24 Mar 2006 17:58:00 GMT

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 announcements for Betwixt and Between, MoveStudio, and Meetup.com.

Episode 010 - "Positive Portrayals"

Thu, 9 Mar 2006 18:07:00 GMT

My take on the current debate on "positive portrayals" of Pagans on reality TV shows. Musical feature is "Elf Call" by Steeleye Span.

Episode 009 - Troll! Troll in the Podcast!

Thu, 2 Mar 2006 22:47:00 GMT

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.

Episode 008 - Ritual Tools

Thu, 23 Feb 2006 03:25:00 GMT

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.

Episode 007 - Return to Community and Individual Participation

elfster@gmail.com — Thu, 16 Feb 2006 18:55:00 GMT

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.

Episode 006 - The Power of Words

elfster@gmail.com — Thu, 9 Feb 2006 02:02:00 GMT

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.

Episode 005 - Life as a Ritual

elfster@gmail.com — Thu, 2 Feb 2006 21:50:00 GMT

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.

Episode 004 - Coven as Family

elfster@gmail.com — Wed, 25 Jan 2006 22:49:00 GMT

My thoughts on the importance of selecting a Coven based on the idea that Coven is Family.

Episode 003 -- the Virtual Pagan Community

elfster@gmail.com — Fri, 20 Jan 2006 01:18:00 GMT

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.

Episode 002 - Leadership Part 2 and Individual Participation

elfster@gmail.com — Wed, 11 Jan 2006 05:16:00 GMT

I continue this week with some thoughts on Leadership within the Pagan community, along with a rant on individual participation within the Pagan community.

Episode 001 - Introduction/Leadership

elfster@gmail.com — Wed, 4 Jan 2006 05:11:00 GMT

My introduction of this podcast, along with my thoughts on leadership and teaching within the Pagan community at large.