A Spiritual Podcast for Grounded People.
Your weekly Magical coffee date complete with a spiritual dose of energy, astrology, and rabbit holes.
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A Spiritual Podcast for Grounded People.
Your weekly Magical coffee date complete with a spiritual dose of energy, astrology, and rabbit holes.
Copyright: © The Alchemist's Inkwell
We didn't go looking for magic on this day. It came looking for us.
Part 3 of our Peru recap covers the day everything stopped being coincidence. A shaman we didn't plan to meet gave us a private worldview lesson in his shop. The tarot cards on the train predicted the exact day before it happened — mountain, woman walking, flowers in a bunch. And then a full ceremonial procession appeared on the trail behind us, with a shaman, musicians, animal masks, and chairs — heading to the same waterfall we were. Our guide Tina, who is Quechua and has guided these trails her whole life, had never seen this ceremony happen. Ever.
And then they pulled us into it.
We also cover the Pisac village and ruins, lunch with the Amaru people high in the Andes, the most magical train ride of our lives through the Sacred Valley, and arriving at Aguas Calientes before heading up to Machu Picchu — which gets its own episode because it deserves it.
If you've been following this series you know Peru kept proving itself. This is the episode where it stopped being subtle about it.
Want to experience this kind of magic yourself? We have trips open now — Germany this fall and Costa Rica next spring. Links in bio.
New episodes every Monday. Subscribe so you don't miss Part 4 — Machu Picchu.
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00:00 The Day Magic Came Looking For Us
00:20 Welcome to the Alchemist's Inkwell
08:29 Day 3 Begins — Pisac Village
11:27 Meeting the Shaman in His Shop
16:45 The Andean Worldview and 10 Levels of Consciousness
18:41 Pisac Ruins Workshop
21:04 Lunch With the Amaru People
25:52 The 360 Train to Machu Picchu
29:34 Tarot Cards Predict the Entire Day
32:04 Shaman Ceremony on the Train
33:23 Dancing in the Amazon River Car
34:10 Arriving at Aguas Calientes
35:46 The Ceremonial Procession Appears
37:45 Pulled Into the Waterfall Ceremony
40:12 Smoke Feathers Beer and Sacred Liquor
41:34 Shared Vision at the Waterfall
44:05 We Had Machu Picchu to Ourselves
46:04 Machu Picchu Gets Its Own Episode
46:51 Upcoming Trips and Deity Academy
Peru spiritual travel, ancient Peru, spiritual podcast, shaman ceremony, Sacred Valley Peru, Pisac ruins, Machu Picchu, spiritual travel vlog, Alchemist's Inkwell, Peru recap, waterfall ceremony, Quechua shaman, tarot reading, magic is real, spiritual awakening travel, Emily Dexter, KristaLyn Sofia
Two Reddit posters think they did the right thing. Emily and KristaLyn aren't so sure.
This week on What in the Woo Woo — a psychic gets ambushed at her own coffee shop, and someone accidentally summons a Victorian ghost therapist named Agnes Butterworth to save their friend's marriage. No we are not making that up.
The Alchemist's Inkwell duo reacts with their signature mix of spiritual insight, psychic perspective, and zero chill.
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We went to Peru expecting magic. We didn't expect it to prove itself this hard.
In Part 2 of our Peru recap, we walk through Day 1 of our spiritual tour through Cusco — and the ancient sites kept showing up with undeniable energy. From the impossible megalithic stones of Sacsayhuaman, to the underground chamber at Kenko where our entire group saw the same thing with their physical eyes, to a spirit dog who adopted us for miles then disappeared exactly when he was supposed to.
This isn't a travel vlog. This is what happens when ancient magic refuses to let you not believe.
We cover:
🌿 Interested in traveling with us? Our Costa Rica trip is open now — the most affordable trip we've ever offered.
"In this episode of What in the Woo Woo?, Emily and Krista dive into Reddit stories about spiritual red flags. We discuss spiritual ego, toxic spirituality, and the enlightenment trap where people use manifestation as an excuse for bad behavior. From roommate horror stories to narcissism disguised as mindfulness, we expose the spiritual bypassing that happens when spiritual awakening goes wrong. It's the ultimate spiritual comedy podcast for anyone who loves Reddit stories with a twist."
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April has felt… cursed. And honestly, we can’t ignore it anymore. From everything going wrong to what happened on the plane (yes… including a broken bra strap at the worst possible moment), we started wondering if this month is just chaotic—or if something bigger is going on. In this episode, we talk through the strange run of events this April, the upcoming Saturn–Mars conjunction, and whether astrology might actually explain the patterns we’re seeing. We also share a few other moments that made us question what’s happening… before diving into our Peru trip and how the experience felt in Cusco and Machu Picchu.
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Keywords: Peru, Machu Picchu, ancient temples, spiritual practices, Inca, Quechua, sacred sites, ayahuasca, sacred energy, travel magic
Original Premier Date 3/30/2026
Welcome back, Alchemists!! In this lively episode, Kristalyn Sofia and Emily Dexter share their personal Mercury retrograde experiences, discuss astrology, travel mishaps, and the importance of boundaries in spirituality. They offer practical advice, humorous anecdotes, and insights into navigating challenging cosmic energies.Join our new LIVE show, The Alchemist's Inkspill, every Friday at 1pm EST/10am PST here on YouTube (and Instagram Live)!Connect with us across the internet + IRL! 🌈Follow Emily: Patreon: / likerofwords Instagram: / likerofwords YouTube: / @likerofwords Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/likerofwords...Website (join the mailing list!): https://www.emilydexterpsychic.com/Follow KristaLyn: Patreon: / kristalynsofia Instagram: / YouTube: / @kristalynsofia Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/kristalynsof... Website (join the mailing list!): https://www.kristalynsofia.com/Keywords: astrology, full moon in Libra, book reviews, psychic scams, spiritual practice, personal stories, moon energy, astrology insights, grounding, self-love
Original Premier Date 3/20/2026
Welcome back, Alchemists!! In this lively episode, Kristalyn Sofia and Emily Dexter share their personal Mercury retrograde experiences, discuss astrology, travel mishaps, and the importance of boundaries in spirituality. They offer practical advice, humorous anecdotes, and insights into navigating challenging cosmic energies.Join our new LIVE show, The Alchemist's Inkspill, every Friday at 1pm EST/10am PST here on YouTube (and Instagram Live)!Connect with us across the internet + IRL! 🌈Follow Emily: Patreon: / likerofwords Instagram: / likerofwords YouTube: / @likerofwords Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/likerofwords...Website (join the mailing list!): https://www.emilydexterpsychic.com/Follow KristaLyn: Patreon: / kristalynsofia Instagram: / YouTube: / @kristalynsofia Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/kristalynsof... Website (join the mailing list!): https://www.kristalynsofia.com/Keywords: Mercury retrograde, astrology, travel chaos, spiritual boundaries, personal stories, cosmic energy, grounding, astrology tips, travel tips, spiritual wellnessWelcome back, Alchemists!! In this lively episode, Kristalyn Sofia and Emily Dexter share their personal Mercury retrograde experiences, discuss astrology, travel mishaps, and the importance of boundaries in spirituality. They offer practical advice, humorous anecdotes, and insights into navigating challenging cosmic energies.Join our new LIVE show, The Alchemist's Inkspill, every Friday at 1pm EST/10am PST here on YouTube (and Instagram Live)!
Original Premier Date 3/9/2026
Welcome back, Alchemists!! This week, we chat about the energetic and astrological forecast Join our new LIVE show, The Alchemist's Inkspill, every Friday at 1pm EST/10am PST here on YouTube (and Instagram Live)!Connect with us across the internet + IRL! 🌈Follow Emily: Patreon: / likerofwords Instagram: / likerofwords YouTube: / @likerofwords Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/likerofwords...Website (join the mailing list!): https://www.emilydexterpsychic.com/Follow KristaLyn: Patreon: / kristalynsofia Instagram: / YouTube: / @kristalynsofia Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/kristalynsof... Website (join the mailing list!): https://www.kristalynsofia.com/Keywords: spirituality, astrology, psychic practices, responsible magic, hope, community, social media, mental health, earth healing, ancient history
Original Premier date 3/23/2026
Welcome back, Alchemists!! This episode explores the astrological and energetic shifts of the Aries Ingress year, discussing how planetary movements, collective energy, and spiritual practices influence personal and societal transformation. We share insights on navigating uncertainty, embracing change, and harnessing creative energy for growth. explore the ethics of manipulation in spiritual practices, the importance of integrity among psychics, and the impact of societal narratives on spiritual communities. They share personal insights, critique popular trends like human design, and emphasize the value of authentic connection and self-trust.Join our new LIVE show, The Alchemist's Inkspill, every Friday at 1pm EST/10am PST here on YouTube (and Instagram Live)!Connect with us across the internet + IRL! 🌈Follow Emily: Patreon: / likerofwords Instagram: / likerofwords YouTube: / @likerofwords Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/likerofwords...Website (join the mailing list!): https://www.emilydexterpsychic.com/Follow KristaLyn: Patreon: / kristalynsofia Instagram: / YouTube: / @kristalynsofia Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/kristalynsof... Website (join the mailing list!): https://www.kristalynsofia.com/Keywords:Astrology, Aries Ingress, planetary cycles, energy shifts, spiritual growth, manifestation, collective consciousness, astrology 2024, energy update, spiritual practices spirituality, ethics, manipulation, psychic integrity, human design, empowerment, societal narratives, spiritual community, self-trust, authenticity
Welcome back, Alchemists!! This week, we chat about theenergetic and astrological forecast
Join our new LIVE show, The Alchemist's Inkspill, each Friday at1pm EST/10am PST on YouTube and Instagram Live!
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Keywords: eclipse, astrology, magic, spiritual podcast, energy exchange, family dynamics, ghost stories, climate change, community support, Mercury retrograde
Chapters00:00 Technical Difficulties and Introduction02:52 Eclipse Insights and Astrological Context05:58 Magic and Eclipses: What to Avoid08:58 The Impact of Eclipses on Society11:57 Climate Change and Spiritual Awareness14:58 Personal Experiences with Spirits18:04 Reflections on Change and Acceptance25:25 Haunted Experiences in New Orleans29:30 The Journey of a Witch: Balancing Family and Craft31:37 Unexpected Gifts and Mercury Retrograde36:43 Charging for Spiritual Work: A Necessary Discussion45:12 The Value of Spiritual Practices and Community Support