The Black Madonna Speaks

The Virgin's Harvest: Earth Blessings in Folk Devotion 27.05.2026 56min

For this completion of The Marian Month of May and the Fourth Anniversary month of The Black Madonna Speaks programming, we will be building on the three preceding episodes by exploring the rituals, traditions and folklore linking the Virgin Mary with the world of plants. Marking the various festivals throughout the year commemorating the Virgin, this episode makes connections with gifts of plants with sacred cycles of the year. To make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shopThe Black Madonna Mysterious Soul Companion Serieshttps://livingpharmacy.teachable.com/l/pdp/the-black-madonna-mysterious-soul-companionCreation Centered Herbalism https://livingpharmacy.teachable.com/l/pdp/creation-centered-herbalism#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #MonthofMary#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #MaryGardens #herbs #HerbsofMary

The Flowers and Trees of The Virgin Mary 20.05.2026 55min

Continuing with our theme of Marian Month of May, this episode will delve into the inspiring tradition of associating the bounty of nature with the Virgin. Through Mary Gardens and Medieval Folklore, the season of Ascension we are in at the time of this posting takes on new meaning.To access Black Madonna Speaks content through series on Teachable :The Black Madonna Mysterious Soul Companion, a 13 part series exploring the many weavings of The Black Madonna through culture, history, art and spirituality.https://livingpharmacy.teachable.com/l/pdp/the-black-madonna-mysterious-soul-companionCreation Centered Herbalism, an eight part journey into the mysticism of Nature, the Divine Sophia, the Cosmic Christ and the Four Pillars of Creation Centered Spiritualityhttps://livingpharmacy.teachable.com/l/pdp/creation-centered-herbalismTo make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #Ascension #MaryGardens #May #MonthofMary

Balkan Monastery Gardens 13.05.2026 58min

In keeping with the Marian Month of May, we will be exploring Balkan Monastery Gardens and how they are built around the symbolism of The Virgin Mary. The Mariology and Theology of some ancient Orthodox church fathers will be referenced in some beautiful contexts linking the Virgin with Creation. I hope you enjoy this segment!If you would like to experience the Black Madonna Mysterious Soul Companion series on Teachable, please go to https://livingpharmacy.teachable.com/l/pdp/the-black-madonna-mysterious-soul-companionCreation Centered Herbalism is another series you may enjoy exploring how soul, spirit and sacred connection with Nature is the way to approach healinghttps://livingpharmacy.teachable.com/l/pdp/creation-centered-herbalismTo make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #Gardens #MonasteryGardens #RilaMonastery #Ohrid #SvetiNaum #Balkan #BalkanMonastery

The Marian Month of May 06.05.2026 23min

May of 2026 is the beginning of the fourth year of broadcasting for The Black Madonna Speaks. Thanks to all of you who subscribe and share this unique exploration to the Virgin Mary. May is also the Month of Mary and we will be exploring various aspects of the history, festivals and rituals associated with Our Lady.The Black Madonna Mysterious Soul Companion is now live on Teachable, if you would like to partake here is the link:https://livingpharmacy.teachable.com/l/pdp/the-black-madonna-mysterious-soul-companionIf you are interested in Creation Centered Herbalism, the philosophy and context for botanical medicine from a spiritual perspective, here is the link for the Teachable course:https://livingpharmacy.teachable.com/l/pdp/creation-centered-herbalism

The Madonna of Mokattam Mountain Miracle 29.04.2026 46min

The Madonna of Mokattam Mountain Miracle episode will round out this months exploration into the Marian Mysteries of Egypt. This Madonna is one of the most ancient of all Icons in the world and inspired a profound miracle in the 11th century.To make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #Egypt #Mokattam

St Catherine's Monastery and the Madonna of the Burning Bush 22.04.2026 50min

St Catherine's Monastery in the Sinai Desert is one of the oldest and most continuous places of Christian devotion and prayer in the world. Established by St Helen of the Cross, the Monastery houses thousands of precious, ancient Christian art. The Monastery is credited with developing The Madonna of the Burning Bush iconography, common in Orthodox and Coptic Christian traditions.To make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #Egypt #BurningBush #StCatherinesMonastery

Marian Apparitions in Egypt 15.04.2026 56min

This episode will explore inspiring Apparitions of The Virgin Mary which have happened relatively recently. These are timely exploration because Our Lady appeared and comforted Christian, Jew, Muslim and Secular people alike. In our time of extreme sectarian violence, the messages from these Apparitions are a reminder that everyone is loved equally by Divinity.To make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #Egypt #Apparitions #MarianApparitions

Easter Afterglow with Mary Magdalen 08.04.2026 47min

This episode is a celebration and exploration of the Apostle to the Apostles, Mary Magdalene. I hope you are feeling renewed in these early days after Easter!Blessings,StephanieTo make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #easter #marymagdalen #Magdalen

Saint Helen and The Black Madonna 01.04.2026 46min

At the time of the posting of this episode , i Western Christendom is in the Middle of Holy Week. During "normal times" Pilgrims tend to flock to various Holy Sites throughout Jerusalem and the surrounding areas. Each one of these sites, shrines and churches marking the places of Christ's Passion were discovered and developed by Saint Helen. She is also responsible for bringing numerous Black Madonnas to the European Continent in the 4th century. This episode explores those connections.Many Blessings on your Holy Week Journey!To make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeakshttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #STHelen

Interview with Rev. Frances Fayden 25.03.2026 54min

For this episode, The Black Madonna Speaks will host Rev. Frances Fayden from the Magnify Your Miracles Podcast. I had the honor of being a guest on her podcast after she had a review of my book The Black Madonna, Mysterious Soul Companion last Spring. I am delighted to share Rev. Fayden's unique story and her experiences with Mother Mary. She is author of several books, Meditation is Friendship with God and How to Recognize God, which are available through her website as well as through Amazon. Here are the links for the Magnify Your Miracles podcasts where I was interviewed and my book was reviewed. Spiritual Book Review : The Black Madonna, Mysterious Soul Companion by Stephanie Georgieff, April 9, 2025.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spiritual-book-review-the-black-madonna-mysterious/id1490240263?i=1000702824349Discovering the Mysterious Black Madonna with Author Stephanie Georgieff April 16, 2025https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/discovering-the-mysterious-black-madonna-with/id1490240263?i=1000703703411Rev Frances Faydenhttps://francesfayden.com/Blessings On Your Journey!To make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #Magnifyyourmiracles #Miracles

The Sisterhood of The Black Madonna of Loreto 18.03.2026 43min

This episode will explore the unique and beautiful phenomena of replicas of The Black Madonna of Loreto and her relationship to the Holy House of Mary where the original image was found thousands of years ago. The chapels with the sisters of The Black Madonna of Loreto are called Loretokapelle , and are found throughout Europe and North America. To make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #loreto #TheBlackMadonnaofLoreto #Ancona #Italy #marianshrine #HolyHouse #Loretokapelle #CasaSancta

Lent and The Black Madonna 11.03.2026 43min

At the time of the posting of this episode, we are in the beginning weeks of Lent. There are many ways to recognize this season, and I will share some of my insights as to how The Black Madonna offers messages during this transformative time.To make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #Lent

The Book of the City of Ladies 04.03.2026 37min

March is Women's History Month, and March 8th is International Women's Day. While both are recent in terms of when they began, this episode will explore one of the Middle Ages great Lady Authors Christine de Pizan. I read her book The City of Ladies as an undergrad, but what stuck with me was how she used The Virgin Mary as a model for the inherent worth of women.To make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #spirituality #WomensHistoryMonth.

Dhori Mata 25.02.2026 33min

For this episode of The Black Madonna Speaks, we will go to the Indian subcontinent to explore a Black Madonna whose narrative and followers have much to offer us in our current era.To make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #India #StThomas #Dalit #Dhori Mata

The Madonna of Capo Colomna 18.02.2026 32min

We are now going to explore the rich geological, cultural and spiritual traditions in Calabria, Italy through The Madonna of Capo Colomna (sometimes spelled Capocolonna) This Byzantine style Icon has much to say and reflect regarding the beautiful Mediterranean region of the southernmost aspect of the Italian peninsula. Through an amalgam of Byzantine and Roman traditions, this Madonna is the centerpiece of an annual Marian pilgrimage.To make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #Calabria #Crotone #Hera #VirgoLactina #Capocoloona

The Sisterhood of the Black Madonna of Loreto 18.02.2026 43min

For this episode we will explore how The Black Madonna of Loreto along with the Holy House of Mary has inspired numerous shrines throughout Europe and North America.Blessings on your Journey!StephanieTo make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #Loreto #Ancona #CasaSancta #houseofmary #Italy #Croatia #Loretokapella

The Black Madonna of Outremeuse 11.02.2026 37min

For this episode we will be exploring a much beloved Black Madonna of the Outremeuse district of Liège, Belgium. The remarkable aspect of this Madonna is her affinity with the common person, and her enduring presence in times of trial as well as celebration.To make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #walloon #Liege #Belgium #Outremeuse #FestivaloftheAssumption

The Black Madonna of Pöham 04.02.2026 31min

This episode explores the history and folklre surrounding a beloved Germanic Black Madonna, Our Lady of Pöham. At the time of the posting of this episode, we are near the festival of Candlemas, the midpoint between the onset of Winter and Spring. Our Lady of Pöham has for centuries been part of the yearly cycle of life rituals that the Alpine people have performed to protect their land and animals during the winter. The Black Madonna of Pöham is a gracious reminder of the connections between the heavens and the earth.To make a one time donation to support The Black Madonna Speaks, please visithttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #Austria #Salzberg #Alpine #Pöham #Marianpilgrimage

Christine de Pizan The Book of the City of Ladies 04.02.2026 37min

March is Women's History Month, and March 8th is International Women's Day. While both are recent in terms of when they began, this episode will explore one of the Middle Ages great Lady Authors Christine de Pizan. I read her book The City of Ladies as an undergrad, but what stuck with me was how she used The Virgin Mary as a model for the inherent worth of women. Blessings on your Journey!To make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #women'shistorymonth #Internationalwomensday #Bookofthecityofladies

Interview with Marijo Grogan 28.01.2026 41min

This episode features an interview with a psychotherapist based in Ann Arbor Michigan. Her writings are featured in Medium at https://medium.com/@marijogro and Braided Way, Tiferet, Snapdragon, Sojourners, and Embody Kind. Here are some of the references to mentions in the podcast John Matthews on the Grail https://graal.substack.com/p/healing-the-wounded-kingThe Grail Legend (Die Graalslegende), Emma Jung and Marie-Louise von Franz https://www.labyrinthbooks.com/the-grail-legend/ This book provides a deep Jungian analysis of the Percival myth. Rather than a single "title," the book is structured into two primary parts that reflect the individual contributions of the two authors and the psychological evolution of the legend.Creation Centered Spirituality a movement which explores mysticism from a very broad perspective https://www.cscommunities.org/To make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #Jung #TheHolyGrail #Parsifal