The Purple Pawedcast

In this episode, I have an enchanting conversation with Josephine McCarthy.  Josephine is an esoteric author and the Director of Quareia, a free, online, magical training course (that I highly recommend!).  We cover topics as diverse as goddesses beautiful and terrible, how physical changes affect our magical connection, and dangerous cows.

REFERENCES:
Josephine McCarthys’s website:  https://josephinemccarthy.com/
Quareia’s website:  https://www.quareia.com/
Quareia Publishing website: https://www.quareiapublishing.com/
Follow Quareia on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/quareia

  • (00:00) - Opening credits
  • (00:37) - Show opening
  • (01:28) - Introducing Josephine McCarthy
  • (03:40) - What is magic?
  • (07:56) - Stable magical systems
  • (16:11) - Are we so ignorant of Nature around us?
  • (23:26) - A wide scale of gender is normal
  • (31:11) - The power to bring both life and death
  • (40:08) - The ability to feel both sides
  • (44:51) - Magic can change with physical changes
  • (54:03) - Protective magic comes with femininity
  • (01:01:15) - Big magical hits can be devastating
  • (01:06:41) - Ladyboys and mangirls
  • (01:11:57) - Show closing
  • (01:13:48) - Closing credits
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Creators and Guests

Host
Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.
Scientist, storyteller, and professional overthinker of all things identity. Also, I happen to be a transgender woman.

What is The Purple Pawedcast?

Welcome to The Purple Pawedcast, where we unpack the complexities of gender, identity, and what it truly means to be human—without the academic jargon (okay, maybe just a little, but only the fun kind).

Curated by Amethysta Herrick. Ph.D., this pod is where science, philosophy, and lived experience collide to challenge assumptions and spark new perspectives. Whether you’re here to explore your own identity, stay informed on the latest research, or just enjoy a deep dive into the human experience, we deliver thoughtful, engaging, and refreshingly honest discussions. No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just real conversations about who we are and how we navigate the world. Dive in, stay curious, and let’s rethink identity together.