# Cult Mother returns with her bestie Tommy Vowles

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Podcast: [Embracing Enchantment](https://stenobird.com/podcast/embracing-enchantment-7075922)
Published: 2026-05-01T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.embracingenchantment.com/hannah-and-tommy/
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## Resource

Hi there! I highly recommend watching this episode on YouTube where you'll get an extra 15 minutes or so of great conversation tacked on to the end! Summary Host Megan Hamilton chats once again with Cult Mother Hannah Joy Graves, and this time she brings her best friend and podcast co-host Tommy Vowles. The two have a rich history in punk music, recovery, and activism. They share their journeys through sobriety, their creative pursuits, and their passionate advocacy for trans rights, especially Black trans women, and social justice, emphasizing the importance of community, conflict resolution, and centering marginalized voices. Join us as Hannah Joy Graves and Tommy explore themes of identity, societal norms, activism, and navigating challenging conversations in a polarized world. This episode offers deep insights into personal growth, collective awakening, and the importance of boundaries and intentionality. And crawling into a hole in your back yard, covering yourself with moss. Chapters (00:00) Welcome and introductions (05:46) The Power of Friendship and Collaboration (08:16) Musical Journeys and Band Experiences (11:08) Navigating Recovery and Personal Growth (13:52) The Intersection of Tarot and Life Experiences (16:31) Embracing Change and New Beginnings (19:25) The Five of Wands: Conflict and Collaboration (23:32) Navigating Conflict and Community Growth (25:17) The Importance of Centering Marginalized Voices (29:23) Personal Transformation and Identity (31:09) Activism and the Stakes for Trans Rights (33:26) The Interconnectedness of Global Issues (38:24) Understanding Trans Euphoria and Identity (40:58) Displaced Anger and Societal Issues (48:17) Finding Common Ground in Conversations (53:01) The Burden of Activism (56:19) Navigating Spirituality and Activism…

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