IPR is a station designed to serve the Pagan communities. It is a place where you can tune in to hear a wide range of music by Pagan artists; as well a variety of shows from talented and knowledgeable hosts. Mobile users require TuneIn Radio.

Introducing Team IPR

International Pagan Radio is built upon the hard work of each and every one of its team members. Every host volunteers their time to bring you the fantasic shows you hear. Come join our Hostess Lady Brigid for her show Ask A Witch. If you have young children, you may also like Storytime with Rook, hosted by Rook MacMorrighan. Also, be sure to join Tracey and William as they team up to bring you the IPR Top 20 Hottest Hits.

Host Biographies

Onyx
William Brigley
Lady Brigid
Sue Balaschak
Mo Jo Kemp

Onyx

**Onyx (Chuck Chapman)** stepped into the Pagan world well over 30 years ago, following a primarily Baptist upbringing and his service in the United States Army. Early in his journey, he delved deeply into the teachings of his tradition and explored a wealth of knowledge from various Pagan paths and magical lodges across the U.S. and Europe. After years of dedication both within his community and beyond, members of his initiatory family honored him with a gray feather and staff, signifying his role as an Elder. It was then that he took on the title of "Papa" to complement his name, Onyx.

After leaving the military in 1995, Onyx opened a metaphysical shop in his hometown, which also served as a community and learning hub for Pagans. Alongside his then-wife and Priestess, he co-founded a traditionally styled temple. Unfortunately, the store was lost in a tragic fire, and during this challenging time, Onyx chose to step away from the temple he had helped establish.

In the years that followed, Onyx continued to guide students independently, eventually founding two additional covens. In the early 2000s, he joined a public Pagan tradition, where he remained active until 2016. During his time there, he founded a proto-temple, trained students through all three degrees of initiation, established a religious order within the tradition, and worked with two additional orders and a department. Onyx also holds a BA and MA in psychology, specializing in conflict resolution. Although he pursued doctoral studies, he withdrew to tend to a family crisis, choosing not to return to complete the degree.

Onyx's journey into radio began when he was invited to join a panel on an online network. This experience led him to establish his own radio network and produce a weekly show. After leaving the original network, he partnered with another Priest, managing a new network where he hosted two shows weekly and co-hosted another. His leadership in the Pagan radio world expanded further when he was asked to lead International Pagan Radio (IPR). In 2016, he and his partner, William Brigley, assumed full financial responsibility for IPR, with Onyx continuing to serve as the station manager.

Onyx thrives in the world of internet radio and is dedicated to fostering community, helping to break down barriers and build bridges. He is a staunch advocate of peaceful resolution, acknowledging that while conflict is often necessary for growth, it need not descend into violence or hatred. His vision is one of inclusivity and humanitarian conflict resolution, always striving toward a more united and understanding global community.

Onyx believes in the power of collective transformation, referencing metaphors like the 'starfish on the beach' and the 'hundredth monkey theory.' He encourages others to embrace the process of evolution, often saying, "One starfish at a time, until the hundredth monkey."

Beyond his role as station manager, Onyx hosts the show *Fireside with Onyx* on IPR and the podcast Ponderings of a Pagan Priest. He also runs the blog at OnyxPonders.com, where he shares insights on various topics close to his heart.

Regularly appearing at events representing IPR, Onyx provides sound support, public address, and MC services, combining his love for working behind a microphone with his passion for writing. With a smile, he often jokes, "I've never met a mic I don't like."

William Brigley

From Queensland, Nova Scotia, William Brigley comes from a diverse religious background, having explored various paths over the years, including earth-based belief systems. Years ago, he was also a columnist for a Pagan magazine.

As a columnist, he researched various peer-reviewed journals, publications and legitimate sources on the topics of archaeology, anthropology and other fields and how it relates to modern Paganism. This monthly column was to be called Visions of the Past and designed to fill a niche in helping settle misconceptions and bring these discoveries to the forefront.

Later, he was invited as a Guest Host on Rev. Onyx’s Lady of the Circle in the Oaks blog talk radio show. Shortly thereafter he would turn Visions of the Past into a weekly talk show. A self-taught graphic designer, he has done graphic work for various groups, including for International Pagan Radio and many others.

Currently, he is the Media Manager and web developer for International Pagan Radio. William hopes to continue his work in internet radio and with bringing his information to the many communities. Together with his wife Tracey, he co-hosts the Top 20 Hottest Hits.

Lady Brigid

Lady Brigid Eldar is a wife, mother, grandmother and a lifelong witch. She is an Ordained and Licensed Minister performing weddings, hand fasting’s, crossovers, memorials and Wiccanings.

Active in Pagan Ministries for several years, Lady Brigid performed rituals and classes in the institutions, and also was a part of the first Pagan Pride Day celebrated within a correctional institution.

She is the High Priestess and Matriarch of The Coven of Eldar (one of the oldest Covens in Columbus, Ohio). Rev. Lady Brigid is a Queen Mother and head of the Black Dragon Clan with many covens having hived off from her.

Being an empath, a witch and a tarot reader from a young age she was very blessed to be able to grow up being aware of and in tune with her Spirit Guides.

She is an Elder of the Pan Pagan Festival, (the longest running Pagan festival in the U.S.), held in Indiana. Lady Brigid has over 40 years of experience in public ritual work, public speaking, sponsoring events, and festivals, as well as organizing and teaching workshops.

She is a radio personality and hostess of The Ask a Witch internet radio show on International Pagan Radio with her cohost Lilybeth. Lady Brigid began Ask A Witch in the mid-80`s as a column for a magazine called Eldar's Cauldron. She is also a free-lance writer for The Pendle Craft magazine and other publications.

Lady Brigid considers herself an amateur herbalist and gardener, while being well educated in the art of using herbs, flowers and those so called weeds. Using these herbs and plants she makes many magickal products that have been tested, tried and used by many.

An attendee of the Columbus Community College of Columbus, Ohio, she majored in American Sign Language and Psychology. She is a graduate of the University of Life. She hosts Lady Brigid's Ask A Witch.

Sue Balaschak

Sue Balaschak is the creator of Primal Rhythm and a founding member of Burning Sage. She has produced and engineered many CDs and records. She's also the manager and producer of Burning Sage.

Sue has been playing the drums professionally since the age of 12 and has taught drumming since she was 17. She has facilitated drum circles and taught drum workshops within the Pagan community for the past 20 years.

Sue is a solitary practicing pagan and has lived past lives amongst the Native American community, which heavily influences her in this lifetime. Through drumming, Sue has participated in and witnessed some amazing healing works for others. She has facilitated healing circles at Memory Care facilities and has performed journey work.

Sue blends her professional musical career and her spiritual life. She lives in Cleveland with her life partner, two canines, one feline and turtle, her totem. If she is not drumming, she can be found hiking in the National Parks or on the Appalachian Trail, with her backpack and her dogs. She co-hosts the show Drumming Ceremony with Burning Sage.

You can locate Primal Rhythm at: http://primalrhythm.net/

If you'd like to check out Burning Sage, visit: https://www.reverbnation.com/burningsagemusic

Mo Jo Kemp

Mojo Kemp is Canadian singer/songwriter and podcaster originally from a small town in Ontario now residing outside of Vancouver, British Columbia.

Since 2007 Mojo has been co-hosting The Wigglian Way, a pagan podcast with his wife and High Priestess, Sparrow. Mojo also co-hosts Everybody Speaks Music; a music/mindset podcast with his mentor and teacher Kris Schulz; and the IPR Top 20 with William Brigley.

Mojo has been a Wiccan for over 20 years and is a Certified Wedding Celebrant and legal Minister in BC.

Mojo was a member of the pagan bands Parnassus and Chalice and Blade. ‘I Hear You Calling’ from Chalice and Blade’s only album, Wild Hunt was used in a 2013 episode of the U.S. tv show ‘Being Human’.

After battling Squamous Cell Carcinoma in 2018, Mojo is back with his first new solo release ‘Before My Eyes’ (March 15th, 2022).

You can find Mo Jo's music at: www.mojokemp.bandcamp.com

You can also check out his podcast at: www.thewiggliamway.ca