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Episode 112: Going Forward on Pagan Leadership

With the recent passing of Isaac Bonewits, I thought it would be an appropriate time to explore a listener question that has been in the Email queue for close to seven weeks:  "What do you think of the aging (and passing on) of the current Pagan leadership?"  The question has always been one I have been reticent to tackle, especially since I don't view myself as being any form of "leader" within the community - despite the commentary I've gotten from listeners over the last four-a ...

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A small addendum segment concerning inner journaling, which was a portion I had forgotten from the Walking and Belief episodes.  Also, some of my views on the news of the past few days.  Music is "Prometheus" from Wndy Rule's album "Zero".  Email:  elfster@gmail.com   Podcasts: Shhh!  There are Pagans in Texas! -- http://therearepagansintexas.wordpress.com/ CUUPS Podcast -- http://cuups.libsyn.com/   Music Wendy Rule -- http://wendyrule.com  

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Let's talk about community again -- except let's widen it out to a larger perspective.  Inspired by some of the commentary in DruidCast Episode 40, I thought I would take a step back to the beginnings of this podcast and explore some of the conceptual aspects of community.  Also for those of you in or near the DFW area, remember that the North Texas Pagan Pride Day is coming up (www.dfwppd.org) - and I plan to be there in whatever capacity...as a volunteer or just as a guest roami ...

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

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

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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.

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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