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Today's Lake and Shed framed conversation is once again about the fifth Cormoran Strike novel, Troubled Blood. Nick discusses Rowling's history with the Clerkenwell neighborhood. John talks about Troubled Blood as a double re-telling of The Faerie Queene, Book One, with Strike and Margot as the Redcrosse Knight and Oonaugh and Robin as Una.New to the Lake and Shed Kanreki Birthday series? Here's what we're doing:On 31 July 2025, Joanne Murray, aka J. K. Rowling and Robert Galbraith, will be celebrating her 60th birthday. This celebration is considered a ‘second birth' in Japan or Kanreki because it is the completion of the oriental astrological cycle. To mark JKR's Kanreki, Dr John Granger and Nick Jeffery, both Nipponophiles, are reading through Rowling's twenty-one published works and reviewing them in light of the author's writing process, her ‘Lake and Shed' metaphor. The ‘Lake' is the biographical source of her inspiration; the ‘Shed' is the alocal place of her intentional artistry, in which garage she transforms the biographical stuff provided by her subconscious mind into the archetypal stories that have made her the most important author of her age. You can hear Nick and John discuss this process and their birthday project at the first entry in this series of posts: Happy Birthday, JKR! A Lake and Shed Celebration of her Life and Work.Tomorrow? Our first look at Christmas Pig with both Nick and John talking about the Blue Bunny. Stay tuned!Links to posts mentioned in today's Lake and Shed conversation for further reading:* The Clerkenwell/Islington Gate of St John (Twitter Header)Faerie Queene!John Granger:* How Spenser Uses Cupid in Faerie Queen and Its Relevance for Understanding Troubled Blood* Reading Troubled Blood as a Medieval Morality PlayElizabeth Baird-Hardy* Day One, Part One: The Spenserian Epigraphs of the Pre-Released Troubled Blood Chapters* Day Two, Part Two: The Spenserian Epigraphs of Troubled Blood Chapters Eight to Fourteen* Day Three, Part Three: The Spenserian Epigraphs of Troubled Blood Chapters Fifteen to Thirty* Day Four, Part Four: The Spenserian Epigraphs of Troubled Blood Chapters Thirty One to Forty Eight* Day Five, Part Five: The Spenserian Epigraphs of Troubled Blood Chapters Forty Nine to Fifty Nine* Part Six: The Spenserian Epigraphs of Troubled Blood Chapters Sixty to Seventy One* Spenser and Strike Part Seven: Changes for the BetterBeatrice Groves* Trouble in Faerie Land (Part 1): Spenserian Clues in Troubled Blood Epigraphs* Trouble in Faerie Land (Part 2): Shipping Robin and Strike in the Epigraphs of Troubled Blood* Trouble in Faerie Land (Part 3): Searching for Duessa in Troubled BloodThis is a tentative listing by category of the posts at HogwartsProfessor about Troubled Blood. There's much more work to do on this wonderful work!1. Chiastic StructureRowling's fixation on planning in general and with structural patterns specifically in all of her work continues in Troubled Blood. From the first reading, it became apparent that in Strike5 Rowling-Galbraith had taken her game to a new level of sophistication. She continued, as she had in her four previous Strike mysteries, to write a story in parallel with the Harry Potter septology; there are many echoes of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, the fifth and equivalent number in the Hogwarts Saga, in Troubled Blood. Just as Phoenix was in important ways a re-telling of Philosopher's Stone, so Troubled Blood also echoes Cuckoo's Calling — with a few Stone notes thrown in as well. The new heights of Rowling's structural artistry, though, extend beyond her patented intratextuality; they are in each of Strike5's first six parts being ring compositions themselves, the astrological chart embedded in the story chapters, and the six part and two chapters correspondence in structure between Troubled Blood and Spenser's Faerie Queen.* Structure Part One* Structure Part Two, Notes Two to Six* Structure Part Three, Notes One to Three* Structure Part Four, Notes One to Three, Eight, and Ten* Structure Part Five, Notes One to Four, Nine* Structure Part Six, Notes One to Four* Structure Part Seven, Ring Latch, Story Axis* Astrological Clock Structure of Troubled Blood* Career of Evil Echoes* Order of the Phoenix Echoes* Cuckoo's Calling Echoes* Philosopher's Stone Echoes2. Literary AlchemyPer Nabokov, literary artistry and accomplishment are known and experienced through a work's “structure and style.” Rowling's signature structures are evident in Troubled Blood (see above) and her characteristic hermetic artistry, literary alchemy, is as well. Strike5 is the series nigredo and Strike and Robin experience great losses and their reduction to their respective and shared prima materia in the dissolving rain and flood waters of the story.* Strike's Transformation* Robin Ellacott and the Reverse Alchemy of the First Three Strike Novels* Lethal White as the Alchemical Pivot of the Strike Series* The Wet Nigredo: Troubled Blood's Black Names, Holiday Three Step, and Losses3. Psychology/MythologyRowling told Val McDermid that if she had not succeeded as a writer than she would have studied to become a psychologist:V: If it hadn't worked out the way it has. If you'd sat there and written the book in the café and nobody ever published it, what would you have done with your life, what would you have liked to have been?JK: There are two answers. If I could have done anything, I would have been really interested in doing, I would have been a psychologist. Because that's the only thing that's ever really pulled me in any way from all this. But at the time I was teaching, and I was very broke, and I had a daughter and I think I would have kept teaching until we were stable enough that we were stable enough that I could change.Because of her lifelong study and pre-occupation with mythology, it is fitting that in Strike5 readers are confronted with a host of references to psychologist Carl Jung and to a specific Greek myth which Jungian psychologists consider essential in understanding feminine psychology. All of which leads in the end to the Strike series' equivalent of the Hogwarts Saga's soul triptych exteriorization in Harry, Hermione and Ron as Body, Mind, and Spirit, with Robin and Strike as Handless Maiden and Fisher King, the mythological images of anima and animus neglected and working towards integration.* Carl Jung and Troubled Blood* A Mythological Key to Cormoran Strike? The Myth of Eros, Psyche, and Venus* The Anima and Animus: The Psychological Heart and Exteriorization of the Cormoran Strike Novels4. Valentine's DayThe story turn of Troubled Blood takes place on Valentine's Day and the actions, events, and repercussions of this holiday of Cupid and Heart-shaped candies, not to mention chocolates, shape the Robin and Strike relationship drama irrevocably. Chocolates play an outsized portion of that work symbolically, believe it or not; the word ‘chocolate' occurs 34 times in the first four Strike novels combined but 82 times in Troubled Blood. I explore the importance of this confection in two posts before beginning to explain the importance and appropriateness of Valentine's Day being the heart of the story, one that is in large part a re-telling of the Cupid and Psyche myth.* Troubled Blood: Interpreting the Poetry of Cormoran's Five Gifts To Robin* Troubled Blood: Poisoned Chocolates* Troubled Blood: The Secret of Rowntree* A Mythological Key to Cormoran Strike? The Myth of Eros, Psyche, and Venus5. Edmund Spenser's Faerie QueenTroubled Blood features several embedded texts, the most important of which is never mentioned in the book: Edmund Spenser's Faerie Queen. Serious Strikers enjoyed the luxury of not one but two scholars of Edmund Spenser who checked in on the relevance and meaning of Rowling's choice of the greatest English epic poem for her epigraphs, not to mention the host of correspondences between Strike 5 and Queen. Elizabeth Baird-Hardy did a part by part exegesis of the Troubled Blood-Faerie Queen conjunctions and Beatrice Groves shared her first thoughts on the connections as well. Just as Lethal White's meaning and artistry is relatively unappreciated without a close reading of Ibsen's Rosmersholm, so with Strike 5 and Faerie Queen.* Spenser's Faerie Queen (Above)6. The GhostsRowling's core belief is in the immortality of the soul and her favorite writer of the 20th Century is Vladimir Nabokov, whose work is subtly permeated by the otherworldly. No surprise, then, that Troubled Blood is haunted by a host of ghosts, most importantly the shade of Margot Bamborough but to include the women murdered by Dennis Creed and Nicolo Ricci. Their influence is so obvious and so important that it has spurred discussion of the spectres that haunt the first four Strike novels whose presence had not been discussed prior to the revelations of Strike 5.* Troubled Blood: The Dead Among Us* The Ghosts Haunting Troubled Blood* The Ghosts Haunting Cuckoo's Calling, Silkworm, Career of Evil, and Lethal White7. The NamesThe Cryptonyms or Cratylic Names of Troubled Blood are as rich and meaningful, even funny, as those found in Lethal White. From Paul Satchwell's “little package” to Roy Phipps as the Spanish King Phillip, from the nigredo black elements of Bill Talbot and Saul Morris to the Spenserian echoes of Oonaugh Kennedy and Janice Beattie, and the Rokeby-Oakden coincidences, Strike5 is full of name play. Did I mention that the detectives solve the mystery largely through their exploration of names? Douthwaite and Oakden only pop-up after Strike has revelations consequent to serious reflection on their names and pseudonyms. Rowling-Galbraith really wants her real-world readers to be reflecting on the Dickensian names of all her characters.* The Cratylic Names of Troubled Blood: A Top Twenty Round Up8. The Flints and GaffesRowling commented in one of her interview tableaus for Troubled Blood that she had worked extra hard to get the dates right in this most complicated of novels and that her proof reader and continuity editor found a big mistake. Serious Strikers, though, were left crying “Alas!” and laughing aloud at the number of bone-headed gaffes in The Presence's longest work to date. It remains her best as well as her longest book to date, but, really, get the woman the help she needs to comb the book for errors pre-publication. Can you say, “Isla”?* Troubled Blood: Flints, Errors, and Head Scratchers* Troubled Blood Gaffes: A Second Look at Ages and Dates9. The AstrologyThe principal embedded text in Troubled Blood, the one Robin and Cormoran read repeatedly, create keys for, and discuss throughout the book, is Bill Talbot's ‘True Book.' It features an astrological chart for the exact time and place of Margot Bamborough's disappearance in 1974, which map Talbot used to try and solve the case. Strike is profoundly disgusted by this approach but spends, as does Robin, much of his time trying to figure out the chart or at least what Talbot made of it. Troubled Blood, consequently, turns into something of an exploration of astrology and its relevance to understanding ourselves and the world. Unpacking what Rowling means by it, not to mention what the natal charts of Robin and Cormoran tell us about these charactes, their relationship, and Rowling-Galbraith's intentionally hermetic artistry, is a large part of the exegetical work to be done on Troubled Blood.* Nick Jeffery: Troubled Blood — The Acknowledgements* Part Three, Note Five* Troubled Blood: Strike's Natal Chart* Astrological Clock Structure of Troubled Blood* Astrological Allegorical: The Sun Signs of Characters in Troubled Blood* A Second Look at Talbot's Chart: What Does it Reveal to the Unbiased Eye?10. The Tarot Card SpreadsWe know that Rowling has significant skills when it comes to astrology. What is less well appreciated is that almost from childhood she has played with tarot card reading which knowledge has informed her work. This is comic in Trelawney, say, but comes to the fore in Troubled Blood‘s card spreads: the Celtic Cross in Talbot's ‘True Book,' his embedded three card spreads in the illustrations of that tome, and Robin's two readings, one in Laemington Spa and the other in her flat at story's end.* Part Three, Note Six* Part Four, Note Five* Part Five, Note Five* Part Six, Notes Five, Six, Eight* Bill Talbot's Tarot: The Embedded Occult Heart of Troubled Blood* Robin Ellacott's Tarot: The Missed Meanings of Her Twin Three Card Spreads in Troubled Blood11. Who Killed Leda Strike?To Rowling-Galbraith's credit, credible arguments in dedicated posts have been made that every person in the list below was the one who murdered Leda Strike. Who do you think did it?* Jonny Rokeby and the Harringay Crime Syndicate (Heroin Dark Lord 2.0),* Ted Nancarrow (Uncle Ted Did It),* Dave Polworth,* Leda Strike (!),* Lucy Fantoni (Lucy and Joan Did It and here),* Sir Randolph Whittaker,* Nick Herbert,* Peter Gillespie, and* Charlotte Campbell-Ross12. Embedded TextsAll of Rowling's novels feature books and texts, written work as well as metanarratives, with which her characters struggle to figure out in reflective parallel to what her readers are trying to do with the novel in hand. Troubled Blood is exceptionally laden with these embedded texts. Beyond Talbot's True Book and Spenser's Faerie Queen noted above, we are treated to selections from The Demon of Paradise Park, Whatever Happened to Margot Bamborough?, Astrology 14, and The Magus.13. The Murderers: Creed and BeattieA demon-possessed psychopath and the brain-damaged lonely woman… Each is described as “a genius of misdirection” and being without remorse or empathy. The actual murderers in Troubled Blood are distinct, certainly, but paired as well, as one of the many mirrored pairs in this story.14. FeminismTroubled Blood, Rowling has said, is a commentary of sorts on changes in the history of feminism. It is an unvarnished, even brutal exploration of the heroic age of the feminist movement, its front and back, largely through the personalities, circumstances, choices, and experiences of two pairs of women, Margot Bamborough and her plucky Irish side-kick Oonaugh Kennedy and the paired through time couple of Irene Bull-Hickson and Janice Beattie.15. Rokeby 3.0Jonny Rokeby makes his first appearance, albeit only by phone call, in Troubled Blood and yet it has reset thinking about Strike and his biological father considerably. Kurt Schreyer thinks the head Deadbeat is more Snape than Voldemort — and, if this is the case, we need to re-read the series to see how much Strike's emotional injuries from childhood neglect have misshaped his understanding of his dad so he lives in upside-down land.* Guest Post: Rokeby Redux – Is Strike's Father More Snape than Lord Voldemort? Get full access to Hogwarts Professor at hogwartsprofessor.substack.com/subscribe

Today's Lake and Shed framed conversation is about the fifth Cormoran Strike novel, Troubled Blood. Nick discusses Rowling's history with the divinatory art of astrology and the occult resources and reference works she brought into play in writing a novel whose primary embedded text is a murder scene's astrological chart. John talks about the astrological clock structure of twelve houses in which Galbraith tells this remarkable story.New to the Lake and Shed Kanreki Birthday series? Here's what we're doing:On 31 July 2025, Joanne Murray, aka J. K. Rowling and Robert Galbraith, will be celebrating her 60th birthday. This celebration is considered a ‘second birth' in Japan or Kanreki because it is the completion of the oriental astrological cycle. To mark JKR's Kanreki, Dr John Granger and Nick Jeffery, both Nipponophiles, are reading through Rowling's twenty-one published works and reviewing them in light of the author's writing process, her ‘Lake and Shed' metaphor. The ‘Lake' is the biographical source of her inspiration; the ‘Shed' is the alocal place of her intentional artistry, in which garage she transforms the biographical stuff provided by her subconscious mind into the archetypal stories that have made her the most important author of her age. You can hear Nick and John discuss this process and their birthday project at the first entry in this series of posts: Happy Birthday, JKR! A Lake and Shed Celebration of her Life and Work.Tomorrow? Another look at Troubled Blood, this time with an introduction to Rowling's ties to Clerkenwell from Nick and with John making a case for reading Troubled Blood as a re-telling of Spenser's Faerie Queene, Book One, with Strike and Margot as the Redcrosse Knight and Robin and Oonaugh as Una. Stay tuned!Links to posts mentioned in today's Lake and Shed conversation for further reading:* Nick Jeffery: Troubled Blood — The Astrologers in the Acknowledgements* J. K. Rowling, Author-Astrologer, Pt 1: How Did We Not Know About This?* Troubled Blood: Strike's Natal Chart* Astrological Clock Structure of Troubled BloodThis is a tentative listing by category of the posts at HogwartsProfessor about Troubled Blood. There's much more work to do on this wonderful work!1. Chiastic StructureRowling's fixation on planning in general and with structural patterns specifically in all of her work continues in Troubled Blood. From the first reading, it became apparent that in Strike5 Rowling-Galbraith had taken her game to a new level of sophistication. She continued, as she had in her four previous Strike mysteries, to write a story in parallel with the Harry Potter septology; there are many echoes of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, the fifth and equivalent number in the Hogwarts Saga, in Troubled Blood. Just as Phoenix was in important ways a re-telling of Philosopher's Stone, so Troubled Blood also echoes Cuckoo's Calling — with a few Stone notes thrown in as well. The new heights of Rowling's structural artistry, though, extend beyond her patented intratextuality; they are in each of Strike5's first six parts being ring compositions themselves, the astrological chart embedded in the story chapters, and the six part and two chapters correspondence in structure between Troubled Blood and Spenser's Faerie Queen.* Structure Part One* Structure Part Two, Notes Two to Six* Structure Part Three, Notes One to Three* Structure Part Four, Notes One to Three, Eight, and Ten* Structure Part Five, Notes One to Four, Nine* Structure Part Six, Notes One to Four* Structure Part Seven, Ring Latch, Story Axis* Astrological Clock Structure of Troubled Blood* Career of Evil Echoes* Order of the Phoenix Echoes* Cuckoo's Calling Echoes* Philosopher's Stone Echoes2. Literary AlchemyPer Nabokov, literary artistry and accomplishment are known and experienced through a work's “structure and style.” Rowling's signature structures are evident in Troubled Blood (see above) and her characteristic hermetic artistry, literary alchemy, is as well. Strike5 is the series nigredo and Strike and Robin experience great losses and their reduction to their respective and shared prima materia in the dissolving rain and flood waters of the story.* Strike's Transformation* Robin Ellacott and the Reverse Alchemy of the First Three Strike Novels* Lethal White as the Alchemical Pivot of the Strike Series* The Wet Nigredo: Troubled Blood's Black Names, Holiday Three Step, and Losses3. Psychology/MythologyRowling told Val McDermid that if she had not succeeded as a writer than she would have studied to become a psychologist:V: If it hadn't worked out the way it has. If you'd sat there and written the book in the café and nobody ever published it, what would you have done with your life, what would you have liked to have been?JK: There are two answers. If I could have done anything, I would have been really interested in doing, I would have been a psychologist. Because that's the only thing that's ever really pulled me in any way from all this. But at the time I was teaching, and I was very broke, and I had a daughter and I think I would have kept teaching until we were stable enough that we were stable enough that I could change.Because of her lifelong study and pre-occupation with mythology, it is fitting that in Strike5 readers are confronted with a host of references to psychologist Carl Jung and to a specific Greek myth which Jungian psychologists consider essential in understanding feminine psychology. All of which leads in the end to the Strike series' equivalent of the Hogwarts Saga's soul triptych exteriorization in Harry, Hermione and Ron as Body, Mind, and Spirit, with Robin and Strike as Handless Maiden and Fisher King, the mythological images of anima and animus neglected and working towards integration.* Carl Jung and Troubled Blood* A Mythological Key to Cormoran Strike? The Myth of Eros, Psyche, and Venus* The Anima and Animus: The Psychological Heart and Exteriorization of the Cormoran Strike Novels4. Valentine's DayThe story turn of Troubled Blood takes place on Valentine's Day and the actions, events, and repercussions of this holiday of Cupid and Heart-shaped candies, not to mention chocolates, shape the Robin and Strike relationship drama irrevocably. Chocolates play an outsized portion of that work symbolically, believe it or not; the word ‘chocolate' occurs 34 times in the first four Strike novels combined but 82 times in Troubled Blood. I explore the importance of this confection in two posts before beginning to explain the importance and appropriateness of Valentine's Day being the heart of the story, one that is in large part a re-telling of the Cupid and Psyche myth.* Troubled Blood: Interpreting the Poetry of Cormoran's Five Gifts To Robin* Troubled Blood: Poisoned Chocolates* Troubled Blood: The Secret of Rowntree* A Mythological Key to Cormoran Strike? The Myth of Eros, Psyche, and Venus5. Edmund Spenser's Faerie QueenTroubled Blood features several embedded texts, the most important of which is never mentioned in the book: Edmund Spenser's Faerie Queen. Serious Strikers enjoyed the luxury of not one but two scholars of Edmund Spenser who checked in on the relevance and meaning of Rowling's choice of the greatest English epic poem for her epigraphs, not to mention the host of correspondences between Strike 5 and Queen. Elizabeth Baird-Hardy did a part by part exegesis of the Troubled Blood-Faerie Queen conjunctions and Beatrice Groves shared her first thoughts on the connections as well. Just as Lethal White's meaning and artistry is relatively unappreciated without a close reading of Ibsen's Rosmersholm, so with Strike 5 and Faerie Queen.Elizabeth Baird-Hardy* Day One, Part One: The Spenserian Epigraphs of the Pre-Released Troubled Blood Chapters* Day Two, Part Two: The Spenserian Epigraphs of Troubled Blood Chapters Eight to Fourteen* Day Three, Part Three: The Spenserian Epigraphs of Troubled Blood Chapters Fifteen to Thirty* Day Four, Part Four: The Spenserian Epigraphs of Troubled Blood Chapters Thirty One to Forty Eight* Day Five, Part Five: The Spenserian Epigraphs of Troubled Blood Chapters Forty Nine to Fifty Nine* Part Six: The Spenserian Epigraphs of Troubled Blood Chapters Sixty to Seventy One* Spenser and Strike Part Seven: Changes for the BetterBeatrice Groves* Trouble in Faerie Land (Part 1): Spenserian Clues in Troubled Blood Epigraphs* Trouble in Faerie Land (Part 2): Shipping Robin and Strike in the Epigraphs of Troubled Blood* Trouble in Faerie Land (Part 3): Searching for Duessa in Troubled BloodJohn Granger:* How Spenser Uses Cupid in Faerie Queen and Its Relevance for Understanding Troubled Blood* Reading Troubled Blood as a Medieval Morality Play6. The GhostsRowling's core belief is in the immortality of the soul and her favorite writer of the 20th Century is Vladimir Nabokov, whose work is subtly permeated by the otherworldly. No surprise, then, that Troubled Blood is haunted by a host of ghosts, most importantly the shade of Margot Bamborough but to include the women murdered by Dennis Creed and Nicolo Ricci. Their influence is so obvious and so important that it has spurred discussion of the spectres that haunt the first four Strike novels whose presence had not been discussed prior to the revelations of Strike 5.* Troubled Blood: The Dead Among Us* The Ghosts Haunting Troubled Blood* The Ghosts Haunting Cuckoo's Calling, Silkworm, Career of Evil, and Lethal White7. The NamesThe Cryptonyms or Cratylic Names of Troubled Blood are as rich and meaningful, even funny, as those found in Lethal White. From Paul Satchwell's “little package” to Roy Phipps as the Spanish King Phillip, from the nigredo black elements of Bill Talbot and Saul Morris to the Spenserian echoes of Oonaugh Kennedy and Janice Beattie, and the Rokeby-Oakden coincidences, Strike5 is full of name play. Did I mention that the detectives solve the mystery largely through their exploration of names? Douthwaite and Oakden only pop-up after Strike has revelations consequent to serious reflection on their names and pseudonyms. Rowling-Galbraith really wants her real-world readers to be reflecting on the Dickensian names of all her characters.* The Cratylic Names of Troubled Blood: A Top Twenty Round Up8. The Flints and GaffesRowling commented in one of her interview tableaus for Troubled Blood that she had worked extra hard to get the dates right in this most complicated of novels and that her proof reader and continuity editor found a big mistake. Serious Strikers, though, were left crying “Alas!” and laughing aloud at the number of bone-headed gaffes in The Presence's longest work to date. It remains her best as well as her longest book to date, but, really, get the woman the help she needs to comb the book for errors pre-publication. Can you say, “Isla”?* Troubled Blood: Flints, Errors, and Head Scratchers* Troubled Blood Gaffes: A Second Look at Ages and Dates9. The AstrologyThe principal embedded text in Troubled Blood, the one Robin and Cormoran read repeatedly, create keys for, and discuss throughout the book, is Bill Talbot's ‘True Book.' It features an astrological chart for the exact time and place of Margot Bamborough's disappearance in 1974, which map Talbot used to try and solve the case. Strike is profoundly disgusted by this approach but spends, as does Robin, much of his time trying to figure out the chart or at least what Talbot made of it. Troubled Blood, consequently, turns into something of an exploration of astrology and its relevance to understanding ourselves and the world. Unpacking what Rowling means by it, not to mention what the natal charts of Robin and Cormoran tell us about these charactes, their relationship, and Rowling-Galbraith's intentionally hermetic artistry, is a large part of the exegetical work to be done on Troubled Blood.* Nick Jeffery: Troubled Blood — The Acknowledgements* Part Three, Note Five* Troubled Blood: Strike's Natal Chart* Astrological Clock Structure of Troubled Blood* Astrological Allegorical: The Sun Signs of Characters in Troubled Blood* A Second Look at Talbot's Chart: What Does it Reveal to the Unbiased Eye?10. The Tarot Card SpreadsWe know that Rowling has significant skills when it comes to astrology. What is less well appreciated is that almost from childhood she has played with tarot card reading which knowledge has informed her work. This is comic in Trelawney, say, but comes to the fore in Troubled Blood‘s card spreads: the Celtic Cross in Talbot's ‘True Book,' his embedded three card spreads in the illustrations of that tome, and Robin's two readings, one in Laemington Spa and the other in her flat at story's end.* Part Three, Note Six* Part Four, Note Five* Part Five, Note Five* Part Six, Notes Five, Six, Eight* Bill Talbot's Tarot: The Embedded Occult Heart of Troubled Blood* Robin Ellacott's Tarot: The Missed Meanings of Her Twin Three Card Spreads in Troubled Blood11. Who Killed Leda Strike?To Rowling-Galbraith's credit, credible arguments in dedicated posts have been made that every person in the list below was the one who murdered Leda Strike. Who do you think did it?* Jonny Rokeby and the Harringay Crime Syndicate (Heroin Dark Lord 2.0),* Ted Nancarrow (Uncle Ted Did It),* Dave Polworth,* Leda Strike (!),* Lucy Fantoni (Lucy and Joan Did It and here),* Sir Randolph Whittaker,* Nick Herbert,* Peter Gillespie, and* Charlotte Campbell-Ross12. Embedded TextsAll of Rowling's novels feature books and texts, written work as well as metanarratives, with which her characters struggle to figure out in reflective parallel to what her readers are trying to do with the novel in hand. Troubled Blood is exceptionally laden with these embedded texts. Beyond Talbot's True Book and Spenser's Faerie Queen noted above, we are treated to selections from The Demon of Paradise Park, Whatever Happened to Margot Bamborough?, Astrology 14, and The Magus.13. The Murderers: Creed and BeattieA demon-possessed psychopath and the brain-damaged lonely woman… Each is described as “a genius of misdirection” and being without remorse or empathy. The actual murderers in Troubled Blood are distinct, certainly, but paired as well, as one of the many mirrored pairs in this story.14. FeminismTroubled Blood, Rowling has said, is a commentary of sorts on changes in the history of feminism. It is an unvarnished, even brutal exploration of the heroic age of the feminist movement, its front and back, largely through the personalities, circumstances, choices, and experiences of two pairs of women, Margot Bamborough and her plucky Irish side-kick Oonaugh Kennedy and the paired through time couple of Irene Bull-Hickson and Janice Beattie.15. Rokeby 3.0Jonny Rokeby makes his first appearance, albeit only by phone call, in Troubled Blood and yet it has reset thinking about Strike and his biological father considerably. Kurt Schreyer thinks the head Deadbeat is more Snape than Voldemort — and, if this is the case, we need to re-read the series to see how much Strike's emotional injuries from childhood neglect have misshaped his understanding of his dad so he lives in upside-down land.* Guest Post: Rokeby Redux – Is Strike's Father More Snape than Lord Voldemort? Get full access to Hogwarts Professor at hogwartsprofessor.substack.com/subscribe

This week on ⁠The Tarot Diagnosis Podcast⁠, I am introducing a brand-new series—Tarot Therapy! In this series, I'm returning to the foundation of my work, where I explore tarot through the lens of psycho-therapeutic models and theory. Each episode in this series will dive into a different psychological theory and/ or therapeutic model, blending them with tarot to deepen self-awareness and of course, personal growth. In this kickoff episode, I explore The Aces in tarot through the Transtheoretical Model of Change, also known as the Stages of Change. If you're part of The Tarot Diagnosis community, The Symposium, you might recognize this concept from a recent workshop. This episode serves as a deep dive into how each Ace corresponds to a different stage of change. Precontemplation → Ace of Cups: When we're unaware that change is needed. What are we oblivious to that needs to change? Contemplation → Ace of Swords: The moment clarity strikes, but doubt lingers. What's the story we tell ourselves about change? Preparation → Ace of Pentacles: Laying the foundation and gathering resources. What support do we need? Action → Ace of Wands: Taking bold steps toward transformation. What's one small action we can take right now? Maintenance → The Fool: Sustaining progress with curiosity and resilience. How do we keep moving forward? Throughout the episode, I pull cards to explore each stage more deeply, offering prompts and reflections for your own tarot practice. Plus, I've modified the Celtic Cross spread to align with the Stages of Change—head over to Instagram (@TheTarotDiagnosis) to check it out! If you're ready to explore transformation through tarot and psychology, this episode is for you. Listen now and let's dive into Tarot Therapy! Want to find out all of the ways you can connect with me live this month? Join us inside⁠ The Symposium⁠! If you love The Tarot Diagnosis Podcast, please consider leaving a 5 star review on whatever platform you listen to us on. It really is a HUGE help to us and allows more people to see our podcast! Have a topic you'd like to hear about? We're always interested in hearing your suggestions!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to submit a topic! Don't forget to subscribe to our email list to get all kinds of free mental health and tarot goodies on our website, as well as access to our private membership community ⁠The Symposium⁠!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.TheTarotDiagnosis.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow The Tarot Diagnosis on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheTarotDiagnosis⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Audio Edited by Anthony DiGiacomo of⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Deep Resonance Sound⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Contact: DeepResonanceSound@gmail.com Music by Timmoor from Pixabay

Are ALL Tarot Cards in a Reading Equal? Let's Debunk This Myth!Welcome to the Memorizing Tarot Cards podcast, where we break down tarot concepts into quick, 3-minute microlearning episodes. In this episode, we tackle a common tarot misconception: Do all cards in a reading hold equal importance? Spoiler alert: They don't!What You'll Learn in This Episode:✨ Why not all tarot cards are equally important in a spread.✨ Three key factors that determine card significance✨ Example of how to apply these factors to a Celtic Cross and Three Card SpreadEpisode Breakdown:

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This tarot spread of the day is the "" and it is AMAZING! It is a short five cards spread, so it is easy to learn and very fast, but it is not a "blob" spread. Each card position has a specific meaning that works with every other card position, so that the you cast it, you will see patterns and themes in the cards that show up in this spread—and those themes will give you extra-extra layers of information. USE THIS SPREAD when you have a problem you need immediate answers to or when your client needs solid, reliable advice. This is a professional-level speed, designed by world class tarot experts who have read cards for over 50 years! Note for working professionals: If you are only using this spread in a reading you should be charging around $20 for this, as it will take you anywhere from 15-20 minutes to really extract all of the value from this spread; this includes any add-on (expansion) cards you choose as follow-ups. But we *strongly recommend* that you use this as a pre-Celtic Cross or post-Celtic Cross spread (so, more like a 30-40 minute consultation) or use this in conjunction with one of the other professionally designed spreads of the day. But it's not about how much money you can (or should) charge. It is about how much real world value you can give to your clients. This spread works. We know you will fall in love with it. Get the PDF handout here at NO COST: But this session gives you insights on how to maximize the value of this spread. Please let us know how this spread is working for you, and as always, we are here to help! Come see us at Thanks for being here! Free workshops every Saturday

This tarot spread of the day is the "Quickie Problem Solving Spread" and it is AMAZING!It is a short five cards spread, so it is easy to learn and very fast, but it is not a "blob" spread. Each card position has a specific meaning that works with every other card position, so that the you cast it, you will see patterns and themes in the cards that show up in this spread—and those themes will give you extra-extra layers of information.USE THIS SPREAD when you have a problem you need immediate answers to or when your client needs solid, reliable advice. This is a professional-level speed, designed by world class tarot experts who have read cards for over 50 years!Note for working professionals: If you are only using this spread in a reading you should be charging around $20 for this, as it will take you anywhere from 15-20 minutes to really extract all of the value from this spread; this includes any add-on (expansion) cards you choose as follow-ups. But we *strongly recommend* that you use this as a pre-Celtic Cross or post-Celtic Cross spread (so, more like a 30-40 minute consultation) or use this in conjunction with one of the other professionally designed spreads of the day. But it's not about how much money you can (or should) charge. It is about how much real world value you can give to your clients. This spread works. We know you will fall in love with it.Get the PDF handout here at NO COST: https://www.advancedtarotsecrets.com/easy-tarot-spreadsBut this session gives you insights on how to maximize the value of this spread. Please let us know how this spread is working for you, and as always, we are here to help! Come see us at https://www.easytarotlessons.comThanks for being here! Free workshops every Saturday

Friends of the Rosary, Today is the Memorial of St. Benedict (480-547), who founded the monastic life, rule, and wisdom in Christianity. St. Benedict's intercession can release our faith. His medal reminds us that we are protected by Christ's power. It's one of the oldest and most honored medals used by Christians. It's also a "devil-chasing medal," as it has power against evil. The reverse side of the medal carries the Vade retro Satana ("Begone, Satan!") formula, which Christians have used to ward off evil since the 15th century. The formula is sometimes carried as part of the rosary but is also found individually. Catholics are not permitted to perform exorcisms, but they can use the Saint Benedict Medal, holy water, the crucifix, and other sacramentals to ward off evil. The Saint Benedict Medal in the middle of a Celtic Cross is believed to be a powerful tool against evil influences. Like St. Benedict, we seek the kingdom of God first, while we praise the Lord and integrate Christian values as we journey together. Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!St. Benedict, Pray for Us! Come, Holy Spirit, come! To Jesus through Mary! + Mikel Amigot | RosaryNetwork.com, New York • ⁠July 11, 2024, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET

About Kathleen Fee Embarking on her musical journey at the age of 4, Kathleen Fee has remained steadfast in her commitment to creating captivating and resonant music. Widely recognized as the dynamic frontwoman and driving force behind the renowned New York City Irish band Celtic Cross, Kathleen has recently ventured into the solo realm. Over the past year, she immersed herself in the vibrant musical scene of Nashville, TN, where she crafted her eagerly awaited solo EP, Glitter Gold, scheduled for release in 2024. As an accomplished singer-songwriter, Kathleen has graced stages and recording studios alongside notable figures such as Black 47, Loving Mary, and Shilelagh Law. Beyond her vocal prowess, Kathleen's diverse talents extend to acting, modeling, and even championing Irish step dancing on national and international stages. Her songwriting creativity is evident in tracks like “Shores of America,” “Who I Am,” “Those Were The Days," and “Going Home” on the Shores of America album cementing her status as one of New York's established songwriters. Notably, she showcased her vibrant spirit in a sassy duet, “Wedding Reel,” with Black 47's legendary frontman, Larry Kirwan. Currently dividing her time between the coastal vibes of Montauk, NY, and the musical heart of Nashville, TN, Kathleen recently joined forces with Elisha Hoffman, the founding member of The Loving Mary Band, Steven Tyler's country band, as well as co-founder of Pumphouse Records, launched with Lee Brice and songwriter Rob Hatch; and two-time Grammy winner, Rebecca Lynn Howard, who has written songs for Martina McBride and Trisha Yearwood and has recorded with Dolly Parton, Vince Gill, Patty Loveless, and more, shaping Kathleen's solo sound at Curb Studios. Kathleen has worked with exceptional musicians like Chris Autry, Aaron Currie, Justin Weaver, Billy Justineau, and Robert Blare bringing a fresh and dynamic sound endeavors. A force to be reckoned with in both traditional and contemporary music scenes, Kathleen continues to deliver awe-inspiring renditions of the National Anthem at NFL games, including a recent performance at the Pittsburgh Steelers and Arizona Cardinals game. This marked her second performance for the Steelers, the first being 11 years ago, and her anticipation for returning to Pittsburgh to sing the Star-Spangled Banner remains as fervent as ever. Kathleen has also graced prestigious stages, performing on notable platforms like Fox & Friends, The Fox News Networ

All that glitters is not gold. Or is it?! Today the girls sit down with rising country star and the lead singer of Celtic Cross, Kathleen Fee, to discuss her solo music journey. From packing up her bags and moving from NYC to Nashville, Kathleen is determined to make a name for herself as a solo singer. The girls also discuss Kathleen's new single, "Glitter Gold," which encourages people to look within rather than comparing themselves to others. Keep up with Kathleen Fee: https://www.kathleenfeemusic.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@kathleenfeemusic https://www.instagram.com/kathleenfeemusic/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKI90YdA_2c https://open.spotify.com/artist/4FJqAyx7UiBoEKmEhweRZd --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/suite-15/support

Adults are invited to stay for a new Bible study led by Rev. Glen Miles. Glen says this about the study: "I will begin a new study titled Sacred Doorways: A Study of Celtic Christianity. I've been fascinated by Celtic Christianity since my seminary days. A beautiful Celtic Cross sat atop the chapel of the school. My interest was rekindled during the trip Julie and I took to Scotland last summer. During our trip, we spent a day on the Isle of Iona, where it is said St. Columba brought Celtic Christianity to Scotland. I'm looking forward to offering these sessions. "

Dive into the cosmic tapestry with our special podcast episode featuring the Aquarius New Moon Tarot Reading, recorded live on Instagram with our Aquarius Virtual New Moon Circle on February 9, 2024. In this focused episode, we unravel the intricate energies of the Aquarius New Moon and delve deep into the transformative insights brought forth by a 10-card Celtic Cross spread. Join us as we explore the Lunar New Year, marking the beginning of the Year of the Wood Dragon, and gain profound cosmic guidance for the next 13 moons. Tune in for a unique auditory experience that promises introspection, cosmic alignment, and Tarot wisdom.

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Embark on a mindful journey with this illuminating Tarot reading for the new year of 2024. Unveil the secrets of the cards, uncover deeper meanings, and navigate the intricate tapestry of your destiny with insights from the mystical realm. From setting foundations with the Ace of Wands to embracing transformative energies heralded by the Queen of Swords, each of the 10 cards in this reading holds a key to unlock the wisdom woven into the fabric of the coming year. Join Veena Lenae in deciphering the practice of Divination with a 10 card Celtic Cross Tarot Reading. Say 'yes' to cosmic revelations, set boundaries with the power of 'no,' and craft a destiny that resonates with the echoes of your heart. Tune in and let the cards guide your path in 2024!

My mother, the Rev. Tama, was a #reiki master and taught me how to read tarot cards when she bought the James Bond 007 tarot deck in 1973 at Kmart! Mama G gave the best tarot readings on the planet! So I picked it up by osmosis, and it is a gift that I share in this podcast, how to do one's own tarot reading using the #Celticcross format. I like to imagine that maybe the Celtic cross practice is a holdover from The #druids! Like the great scholar and alternative research #michaelTsarion said, the #minorarcana is "like having 72 advisors working solely in your best interest". Tsarion's "path of the fool" series on YouTube is a wonderful resource for anyone else interested in studying the #symbology, #symbolism, history and arcane references #esoteric allusions of the tarot! I read them kind of like #Rorschach tests, the characters #archetypes such as the heroes mentioned in #JosephCampbell's work; and find this ancient practice to be a form of #selftherapy as well as #divination. Mama G always said a #prayer of protection beforehand, and called for only the most beneficial outcome for all...

It's just before dawn on the morning of 25 October, 3018 of the third age. The embers of the fires from the night before turn to ash. The stars dwindle, the waterfalls begin to crescendo with the energy of another day. A cloaked figure stands alone in deep contemplation. Gandalf the Grey - steeling himself for the council where the fate of many shall be decided. We meet Gandalf at this very moment and offer him a gift... a tarot reading, from our very own Molly. This episode was an experiment in trust, and well, it really paid off. This is a deep dive into Gandalf; Mithrandir, Tharkûn. We explore his story through a very potent half-Celtic Cross reading. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we loved recording this. Find us @fortheshire.pod to see the imagery in Molly's spread and more inspiration for our next epsiode. "Wisest of the Maiar was Olórin'. He too dwelt in the house of Lorien, but his ways took him often to the house of Nienna and of her he learnt pity and patience."

It's just before dawn on the morning of 25 October, 3018 of the third age. The embers of the fires from the night before turn to ash. The stars dwindle, the waterfalls begin to crescendo with the energy of another day. A cloaked figure stands alone in deep contemplation. Gandalf the Grey - steeling himself for the council where the fate of many shall be decided. We meet Gandalf at this very moment and offer him a gift... a tarot reading, from our very own Molly. This episode was an experiment in trust, and well, it really paid off. This is a deep dive into Gandalf; Mithrandir, Tharkûn. We explore his story through a very potent half-Celtic Cross reading. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we loved recording this. Find us @fortheshire.pod to see the imagery in Molly's spread and more inspiration for our next epsiode. "Wisest of the Maiar was Olórin'. He too dwelt in the house of Lorien, but his ways took him often to the house of Nienna and of her he learnt pity and patience."

It is All-Ireland football final weekend and John Duggan is joined by Dublin All Ireland winners Ger Brennan and John O'Leary and Celtic Cross holders with Kerry Sean O'Sullivan and Fionn Fitzgerald to discuss the biggest game in the GAA calendar. The panel will look at what makes this rivalry so special, why the Kingdom have struggled to retain their crown in the past and the mouthwatering clash of Mick Fitzsimons and David Clifford Gaelic football on Off The Ball is in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA senior football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

It is All-Ireland football final weekend and John Duggan is joined by Dublin All Ireland winners Ger Brennan and John O'Leary and Celtic Cross holders with Kerry Sean O'Sullivan and Fionn Fitzgerald to discuss the biggest game in the GAA calendar. The panel will look at what makes this rivalry so special, why the Kingdom have struggled to retain their crown in the past and the mouthwatering clash of Mick Fitzsimons and David Clifford Gaelic football on Off The Ball is in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA senior football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Colm Cooper and Tomás Quinn join Jacqui Hurley and Rory O'Neill to look ahead to the big one - Dublin versus Kerry. Are Kerry really the underdogs? Can the Dubs contain Clifford? Is the band back together for one more Celtic Cross?

https://paranormalhub.com/grizzly-hunt This Tuesday! At 7:00 PM! Meet Psychic Medium Kelly Jo! Psychic Kelly Jo is looking for a paranormal team to help out in her area! Psychic Mediums: Unlocking the Mysteries of the Spirit World! https://grizzly.spiritsale.com Get your Shirts and Merch! Support Grizzly and the show! Thank you very much! A psychic tarot reading combines the ancient art of tarot with the intuitive abilities of a psychic, creating a powerful and enlightening experience for seekers of guidance. This unique blend of divination techniques offers a profound glimpse into the past, present, and future, providing clarity, guidance, and a deeper understanding of life's complexities. At the heart of a psychic tarot reading is the tarot deck, a set of 78 cards consisting of Major Arcana and Minor Arcana cards. Each card in the deck carries its own symbolic meaning, representing different aspects of human existence, emotions, challenges, and potential outcomes. The cards are laid out in a specific pattern, such as the Celtic Cross or a customized spread, and the psychic taps into their intuitive abilities to interpret the messages conveyed by the cards. The concept of psychic mediums has intrigued and fascinated humanity for centuries. These gifted individuals possess the ability to connect with the spirit realm, offering insight, guidance, and communication with the departed. In this article, we will explore the fascinating world of psychic mediums, examining their abilities, practices, and the profound impact they have on the lives of those they encounter. Clairvoyance is often described as the ability to gain information about objects, people, events, or situations through extrasensory perception (ESP). It is believed to involve perceiving information beyond the normal sensory channels of sight, hearing, touch and taste. #Psychics #PsychicReadings #Intuition #Clairvoyance #Mediumship #TarotReadings #AstrologyReadings #EnergyHealing #SpiritualGuidance #Divination #Empath #PsychicMedium #SpiritualJourney #InnerWisdom #PsychicAbilities #IntuitiveInsights #Metaphysical #Mysticism #PsychicAdvice #PsychicPower #PsychicCommunity @Psychics @PsychicReadings @Intuition @Clairvoyance @Mediumship @TarotReadings @AstrologyReadings @EnergyHealing @SpiritualGuidance @Divination @Empath @PsychicMedium @SpiritualJourney @PsychicAbilities @IntuitiveInsights @Metaphysical @Mysticism @PsychicAdvice @PsychicPower @PsychicCommunity --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grizzly-onthehunt/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grizzly-onthehunt/support

The one and only Camelia Elias returns to the show this week to talk about demons and crosses. Specifically, we explore what demons actually are and their relation to human desire. We examine the curious case of Andromalius, the final spirit of the Goetia. We discuss occult style. Then we turn to the role and function of crosses in cartomancy: Why and how is the cross so potent in the tarot? And why does the Celtic Cross suck so much?? Really great stuff. Enjoy! Show Notes Camelia's Website. Eyecorner Press. Aradia Academy.

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Hello Friends, I'm very excited to announce that Tourism Ireland has signed on for another year to support the The New York Irish Hour!  We have a great show for you that will feature some of our Performers  that will be at The East Durham Irish Festival.  There are also new releases from Patrick Feeney and Des Willoughby.  In Part 2, I had a chance to catch up with Roisin Clancy and her husband Ryland.  Roisin is Bobby Clancy's from the Clancy Brothers daughter.  Each year in the first week of June for the last 15 years is The Clancy Brothers Festival in Carrick-on-Suir, County Tipperary.  We had a great chat about it.  Enjoy!Part 1: Celtic Cross, Get Up Jack (ED Irish Festival), Michael Londra, Patrick Feeney (New Single), Me !Part 2: The Clancy Brothers, Interview with Roisin Clancy & her husband Ryland, The Clancy Brothers, Interview with Roisin Clancy & her husband Ryland continued, The Narrowbacks (Seamus Pick)Part 3: Des Willoughby (New Single), Screaming Orphans (ED Irish Festival), Susan & Gerard (ED Irish Festival), Dee Reilly (ED Irish Festival), Raymond Coleman (ED Irish Festival)AndySupport the show

Enjoy this sneak peek at the Patreon exclusive series, The Deck of the Eternals Episode 1 - The MagicianThis series is only available to Celtic Cross tier subscribers! Don't forget to subscribe or upgrade to listen!Produced by Scott ThomasSupport the showIt's All in the Cards Podcast FacebookTwitterPatreon

Gwyn and Ode discuss their preferred tarot spreads, malign the Celtic Cross, talk about cross-suit interpretation, and cover the overall process of reading tarot, especially for a querent.

Hello Friends,I am delighted to be back and bring you Season 3 of The New York Irish Hour!  In this episode I will feature some new single releases from Mike Denver, The Byrne Brothers and Yours Truly!  I also had a great interview with Jim Flynn from The Galway Distillery and featured  tracks from our own Celtic Cross & Dee Reilly.  Enjoy!Andy CooneyPart 1: Mike Denver (New Single), The Elders, Nathan Carter (latest single), ME (New Single)Part 2: The Byrne Brothers (New Single), Galway Distillery Interview, Carmel Dempsey, Derek Ryan, The Kilkenny's (Seamus Pick), Daniel O'Donnell, Celtic CrossPart 3:  Celtic Thunder, Dee Reilly, Carroll Brown, Ciara Fox (Latest Release)Support the show

Thought The Celtic Cross was just for Tarot Decks? Think Again! Let's Discuss How You Can Use Kipper Another Way. Handy Tools For Fortune Tellers Kipper Fortune Teller's Journal: https://smile.amazon.com/Kipper-Fortune-Tellers-Journal-Readings/dp/B096LPPWBY/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=fortune+teller+journal&qid=1625505084&sr=8-2 https://smile.amazon.com/Kipper-Fortune-Tellers-Journal-Readings/dp/B096LPPWBY/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3HSP6GI7O4PSW&keywords=kipper+fortune+teller+journal&qid=1657890700&sprefix=kipper+fortune+teller+jounral%2Caps%2C40&sr=8-5 https://smile.amazon.com/Kipper-Fortune-Tellers-Journal-Butterflies/dp/B096M1JC3B/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3HSP6GI7O4PSW&keywords=kipper+fortune+teller+journal&qid=1657890769&sprefix=kipper+fortune+teller+jounral%2Caps%2C40&sr=8-1 https://smile.amazon.com/Kipper-Fortune-Tellers-Journal-Gentleman/dp/B096M1H2FX/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3HSP6GI7O4PSW&keywords=kipper+fortune+teller+journal&qid=1657890769&sprefix=kipper+fortune+teller+jounral%2Caps%2C40&sr=8-4 https://smile.amazon.com/Fortune-Tellers-Journal-Keyword-Readings/dp/B0B691C88G/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3HSP6GI7O4PSW&keywords=kipper+fortune+teller+journal&qid=1657890769&sprefix=kipper+fortune+teller+jounral%2Caps%2C40&sr=8-3 For more discussions and articles related to this and other motivational topics visit: https://www.brightblackwood.com/blog Thanks for joining the discussion, leaving that 5 Star Rating, and Subscribing! Leave a Question or a Comment. Email BrightBlackwood@gmail.com or go to https://www.brightblackwood.com/ Blog https://brightblackwoodtarot.wordpress.com/ The Purpose of The Bright Blackwood Tarot Podcast is to Motivate, Empower & Encourage. As always take what resonates with you and leave what does not. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bright-blackwood-tarot/support

I'm in Scotland this week on the Kyle of Butes for my Celtic Invasion Vacation of Scotland. But you still get great music to listen to on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Mike Katz & Mike Whellans, W Ed Harris, Spirited Lads, Rising Gael, Circled by Hounds, Maggie Drennon, THE DIVINERS, Tania Opland & Mike Freeman, Brynmor, Celtic Cross, Lenahan, The Barley Boys, Telenn Tri I hope you enjoyed this week's show. If you Heard music you loved, share the episode and tag the artist on social. Include the show time so they can quickly listen and enjoy. The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is here to build our diverse Celtic community and help the incredible artists who so generously share their music with you. Musicians rely on your support so they can keep creating new music. If music in this show inspired you, you can buy their CDs, digital downloads, shirts, album pins, and other merch. You can follow them on streaming and see their shows. More and more Celtic musicians are on Patreon, just like this podcast. And of course, I always appreciate it when you drop artists an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. GET CELTIC MUSIC NEWS IN YOUR INBOX The Irish & Celtic Music Magazine is a quick and easy way to plug yourself into more great Celtic culture. Subscribe and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 FOR 2022 This is our way of finding the best songs and artists each year. You can vote for as many songs and tunes that inspire you in each episode. Your vote helps me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2022 episode.  Vote Now! THIS WEEK IN CELTIC MUSIC 0:08 - Mike Katz & Mike Whellans "Juan Martino's / Tail Toddle" from Juan Martino's / Tail Toddle (Single) 3:15 - WELCOME 4:38 - W Ed Harris "The Red Crow" from Ye Banks and Braes 7:40 - Spirited Lads "goodbye mick" from Tall Tales and Fond Farewells 10:04 - Rising Gael "Tam Lin" from One More Day 14:12 - Circled by Hounds "Wind that Shakes the Barley" from Howl No Demon Louder 17:57 - CELTIC INVASION VACATIONS 19:24 - Maggie Drennon "Anachie Gordon" from Just Now 25:42 - THE DIVINERS "The Melancholic Jig / Seamus Ennis Jig / The Cavers of Kirkcudbright" from earshot (EP) 29:20 - Tania Opland & Mike Freeman "The Little Queen" from Sunset's Gold 31:59 - THANKS 33:08 - Brynmor "Farewell To Erin" from The Great Hill 36:38 - Celtic Cross "Strange Love" from Saoirse's Heart 39:58 - Lenahan "One for Davy" from Brand New Bag 46:40 - The Barley Boys "Whiskey For Breakfast" from It's A Long Drive From Ireland 49:02 - CLOSING 49:42 - Telenn Tri "Knocknagow / The Cat that kittled in Jamie's wig" from Macquarie Street The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. The show was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. Subscribe through your favorite podcatcher or on our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/. WELCOME CELTOPHILE TO CELTIC MUSIC * Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. I am Marc Gunn. I'm a musician and podcaster. I want to introduce you to some amazing Celtic bands and musicians. The artists in this show need your support, which you can do by buying their music. You can find a link to all of the artists, show times and chapters for each song when you visit our website at celticmusicpodcast.com. You can also support this podcast on Patreon. Show was introduced by Dominic Romano. WHAT'S NEW IN IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC: BEST OF 2022 Two weeks after the episode is launched, I compile the latest Celtic Top 20 votes to update a playlist on Spotify, Amazon Music, and YouTube. These are the results of your voting. You can help these artists out by following the playlists and adding tracks you love to your playlists. Subscribe to our newsletter to find out who was added this week. Listen on Spotify, Amazon Music, and YouTube. START PODCASTING Podcasting is a fun way to share a message and spread ideas. I've hosted my podcasts with Libsyn since the start. It's the best place to host your podcast. So why not share your love of Celtic music and culture. Sign up through my link and you can support this podcast as well. Oh! And drop me an email if you'd like some hints on how to make a successful podcast. BUY SELCOUTH BY MARC GUNN My latest CD features Sci F'Irish music. That means it is original songs fusing pop culture themes with Irish drinking songs. There are some traditional music on the album. But mostly, it features songwriting by Marc Gunn with guests including: Screeched Inn, The Muckers, Jamie Haeuser, Sam Gillogly, Nathan Deese, and Mikey Mason. Selcouth means, “when everything is strange and different, yet you find it marvelous anyway.” The album is not completely Celtic and it's not just science fiction and fantasy. It's a fusion of the two. It's heartfelt and a lot of fun. It's now on sale in my Bandcamp store. Check out Selcouth now. THANK YOU PATRONS OF THE PODCAST! Because of Your kind and generous support, this show comes out at least four times a month. Your generosity funds the creation, promotion and production of the show. It allows us to attract new listeners and to help our community grow. As a patron, you hear episodes before regular listeners, vote in the Celtic Top 20, and a private feed to listen to the show.  That's for as little as $1 per episode. For higher pledges, you can also get music - only episodes, free MP3s, and stand - alone Celtic Stories when you become a Song Henger. 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Listen in as Mushauld and Daisy explain the Celtic Cross Tarot spread and the concepts surrounding it.

We're so excited to welcome a very special guest on today's episode – our dear friend Brian, professional tarot reader with Two Raven Tarot! We dive right into the history of Tarot, Brian's personal experiences as a professional tarot reader, how to get started, and a couple tarot myths and misconceptions.We had so much fun and talked for so long that we have a special BONUS episode just for our supporters on Patreon! In the bonus episode, we tell some personal stories of readings we've done, talk about reversals, go into detail on what a Deck Interview Reading is, and more. (You can get access to that by supporting us on Patreon.)Want to know more about Brian and his services? You can find him on Facebook at Two Raven Tarot, or follow him on social media @wikidraven – he's got the most adorable baby and doggo videos on TikTok!Full show notes can be found on our website TwoByTorchlight.comShow Notes:Brian's Tarot book suggestion: Tarot Plain & Simple by Anthony LouisThis is a great breakdown of the Celtic Cross tarot spread on Biddy TarotThis TikTok account does readings using a deck of Pokemon cards!Liz loves Labyrinthos on the web and as a phone app for learning about the cards. Aradia loves how you can use the app to pull an electronic reading wherever you are!Biddy Tarot is Aradia's go to online resource when they need to look up a specific card or understand the structure and flow of a tarot deck.If the Rider Waite Tarot sounds like your jam, you can learn about it and buy a copy here.Support the show

Listen in as Mushauld explains how to transition from a being a "definition card reader" to learning to read by card association. So, what does this mean for you? Well, listen in and find out!

For the past two thousand years, Christians have been celebrating the most stupendous miracle of God ever experienced, the mighty and victorious resurrection of God the Son, our Lord and Savior, Messiah Jesus. As we go back in time looking at their symbols of triumph, we will join that great cloud of witnesses who even now are crying 'Glory to God in the Highest' as they gaze upon the One seated upon the throne. Listen as Joanne Hagemeyer reflects on God's word, the cross and the empty tomb.

Cernunnos & Mother Gaia , Norse Celtic Welsh Germanic Paganism. Shamans, connected to other cultures stories. Ankh , Celtic Cross removal of divine feminine. Advice on how to move forward with this information now. Best wishes to my Blue Avian starseed son your individual missions ❤️

S01 Ep004 - Turn to the back of any tarot book, and the go-to spread is the Celtic Cross. But this spread is a beast with ten cards and, while it may be the most common spread, it doesn't mean it's best suited to beginners! We want more info than a basic past/present/future 3 card reading, but ten is just too much for most everyday situation. Introducing, the Mini Celtic Cross! Listen in as I share with you my GO-TO SPREAD that has been time-tested and sitter approved, with hundreds if not thousands of readings. With 5 cards, it's a hands-down favorite, hitting that sweet spot of getting all of the important information, and none of the fluff. Card overwhelm and reading paralysis avoided! Add this gem to your arsenal now!For any downloadable items, sign ups or links mentioned in this episode, just click here to go to the show notes:https://www.tarotliza.com/s01-ep004-why-the-celtic-cross-is-not-for-beginners-and-what-to-use-instead

Ever wonder how the shamrock, the Celtic Cross, and the Claddagh Ring became symbols of Irish culture? And which Irish people deserve more historical attention and shouldn't remain "Hidden Hibernians"? Professor Edward O'Donnell explains all in this St. Patrick's Day episode!

Ever wonder how the shamrock, the Celtic Cross, and the Claddagh Ring became symbols of Irish culture? And which Irish people deserve more historical attention and shouldn't remain "Hidden Hibernians"? Professor Edward O'Donnell explains all in this St. Patrick's Day episode!

A number of players have worn the Mayo jersey with great distinction over the past decade. One of these epitomised the county's new never-say-die attitude in the years since 2011 more than most and it's no coincidence that four-time All-Star Colm Boyle became such a fans' favourite during this time.In this episode of the Mayo News Football Podcast, Mike Finnerty chats in detail with the recently-retired Davitts clubman. They talk about the last two years of his inter-county career, how his role changed within the squad during that time and how he dealt with that adversity. The discussion touches on Colm's comeback from a cruciate ligament injury, finishing his career without a Celtic Cross and last September's All-Ireland final defeat.Want to hear Part Two of this exclusive with Colm Boyle? Make sure to join our brand new Patreon community. For only €5 per month you'll get early access to podcasts, special bonus episodes, access to our Match-Day Discord group plus much more.Find us at: www.patreon.com/MayoPodcastListen to us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all other major platforms: pod.link/911384007Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/mayopodcastProduced & edited by Ger Duffy Media.

Mushauld and Sierra talk about Tarot from the perspective of two distinctly different readers.. Enjoy!

Hi Friends,We have a great line up this episode.  Will be featuring the latest singles from Nathan Carter, Bernie Heaney, Mike Denver and yours truly.  New to the New York Irish Hour is John McDermott. John's voice is like velvet.  Also new to my show is Cahal Dunne.  Cahal and I go back over 30 years and have done several concert tours together.  Enjoy!AndyPart 1: Nathan Carter (latest single), Andreas Durkin, Andy Cooney (latest single), Bernie Heaney (latest single), Michael EnglishPart 2: The Screaming Orphans, MikeDenver (latest single), Cherish The Ladies featuring Vince Gill (Seamus Pick), Celtic Cross, Hal Roach (Comedy Relief)Part 3: John McDermott (Debut), Sean Brennan, Andy Cooney, Cahal Dunne (Debut)

☽Episode 13: The Tarot 101☾We discuss all things Tarot, one of our favorite subjects! We discuss a brief history, basic terms, how to do a reading and lots more. We also do a live Celtic Cross reading as well to demonstrate how we read and interpret the cards ourselves. Whether you are new to the practice or a tarot expert, this episode will give you a new lens to see the cards through. ⛦Support The Show - Value 4 Value⛦Checkout What We're Doing: https://linktr.ee/awakenotwoke (Click Here) Chas's Business: https://www.etsy.com/shop/5DImpressionsShop (Click Here) ⛦Instagram & Website⛦Check out our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/awakenotwokepodcast/ (here) Check out our website http://awakenotwokepodcast.com/ (here) awakenotwokepodcast.comCheck out Chas's Instagram for 5D Impressions https://www.instagram.com/5dimpressions/ (here) ⛦ Intro music ⛦ Our sick intro song was composed and produced by Chas' husband Tony and you can checkout his soundcloudhttps://soundcloud.com/owlsnot ( here) ⛦Royalty Free Credits⛦Local Forecast - Elevator by Kevin MacLeod https://incompetech.com/ Promoted by MrSnooze https://youtu.be/ioi_-5sAuXQ Creative Commons — CC BY 3.0 I https://goo.gl/Yibru5 (https://goo.gl/Yibru5) Fantasy Motion (Loop Ready) by Alexander Nakarada | https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Record Scratch Noise By Freesound.org user Luffy 7/7/2005 https://freesound.org/people/luffy/sounds/3536/ (https://freesound.org/people/luffy/sounds/3536/)

Welcome to the NY Irish Hour Episode 17.  I'm introducing a few new artists to the show, Shawn Cuddy, Luka Bloom & Renee Stakey.  Enjoy also a vintage recording from the 1940s by Dubliner, Noel Purcell!  I have a brand new single out and Kathy Durkin has a new single.  Enjoy...Part 1Mike Denver, Kathy Durkin (New Single), Andy Cooney (New Single), Sean Keane, Part 2Shawn Cuddy, Noel V Ginnity (Comedy), The High Kings, Luka Bloom (Seamus Pick), Noel PurcellPart 3Screaming Orphans, Pat & Fran Marnane, Renee Stakey & Andy Cooney, Ciaran Rosney, Celtic Cross, Nathan Carter

We have an awesome show for you this week!  I'm playing some new artists to the NY Irish Hour, The Elders, Flogging Molly, Tommy Fleming, Pat Marnane & Celtic Cross.  You'll also enjoy a new face on the  Irish Comedy scene, Mick Thomas!Part 1Michael English, The Elders, Nathan Carter, The Murphy's,Part 2Derek Ryan, Mick Thomas, Pat Marnane, Celtic Cross, Tis Himself!Part 3Olivia Douglas, Stephens Green, Flogging Molly, Tommy Fleming with Phil Coulter

Today, John tackles the reality of the misuse of the Celtic Cross by ideologies that, if they knew the truth, would never consider using it again! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

#CemeteryPodcast- Episode 11 is the St. Patrick's Day Irish Special. We travel Louisville, South Bend, and Gettysburg. We visit the Saint Louis Irish Catholic Cemetery. We pay homage to the man who put the fight in the Irish, Knute Rockne. We discuss the Celtic Cross and honor another Medal of Honor recipient. We finish the story of 4 Villes in 4 Days, and there is still more. Companion Photo Albums Available : Cemetery Podcast Albums --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cemetery-podcast/support

Listen in as Mushauld shares some Tarot insights while sitting in the waiting room at the vehicle repair shop (LOL!) or better yet, hear his random Tarot thoughts that happened to be recorded...Enjoy!

Welcome to the Horn and Cauldron podcast…Today we take a look at Tarot. Tarot is a specialized deck of cards used to play games or for divinatory purposes. They were invented in 15th century Italy and increased in popularity once the printing press was invented. Prior to the late 1700s, tarot decks were primarily used for card games. In 1781, a Swiss clergyman was the first to theorize that the symbolism of tarot may tie into older greater mysteries.In the late 19th century, occult societies such as the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn took an interest in tarot and created two of the most popular tarot decks: Rider-Waite and Thoth. Today, you can find a myriad of modern decks from independent artists that use these decks as an inspiration. -Major and Minor Arcana –The major arcana is made up of 22 cards, mostly dealing with big overarching concepts that represent the Fool's Journey. The major arcana cards are: The Magician, The High Priestess, The Empress, The Emperor, The Hierophant, The Lovers, The Chariot, Strength, The Hermit, Wheel of Fortune, Justice, The Hanged Man, Death, Temperance, The Devil, The Tower, The Star, The Moon, The Sun, Judgement, The World, and The Fool.The Minor Arcana deals with more day-to-day issues, and has 4 suits: wands/staves, swords, cups, and pentacles/coins. Each suit has ten numbered cards and 4 court cards. -Basics of Reading-Choose a deck whose size, shape, and artwork vibes for you. You do not need to be gifted a deck, nor should you avoid second-hand decks. Wherever you get your deck you should cleanse and charge it to remove any negative vibes and attune it to you. Store your deck in its original packaging, a cloth bag, or in whatever container you like!There're several types of readings that you can choose to use: Open, closed, and themed. Once you choose your style of reading, choose a spread. The most popular types of spreads are: three card spreads, single card pulls, the Celtic Cross, and relational spreads. You can always create your own spread, or let your intuition be your guide if you prefer. Some spreads will call for a significator card, which is a stand-in for you or for the topic of the reading. You can use a card that speaks to you, or some other methods that we share. We also talk about methods of shuffling, picking cards, and what we think about revered cards.

Join Mushauld as he explores the many facets of the Tarot Card of Death. It may not be as scary as we once believed it was. Now we get to see the card of Death as a card of transformation as we experience change in our lives. This information is for the experienced reader and novice alike.

Join us as Mushauld shares  information on the tarot classes that he teaches to everyday people so they too can share in the Tarot experience.