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Host: Jason Rigby   Guest: Ashley M. Ryan (Pythian Priestess)   Guest Bio: Ashley M. Ryan, known as Pythian Priestess, is an initiated priestess in a Hermetic Order dedicated to the Goddess Auset (Isis). With over half her life dedicated to studying and practicing magick and witchcraft, she rose to TikTok fame in 2019 and founded the Pythian Mystery School in 2020. Ashley is a spiritual leader, educator, and advocate for reclaiming the sacred feminine in its wholeness—light and shadow alike.   Episode Overview: In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, Jason Rigby welcomes back Ashley M. Ryan, the Pythian Priestess, to discuss her evolving journey as a spiritual leader and the fierce, unapologetic nature of the divine feminine. Ashley shares her insights on sacred rage, the commodification of spirituality, and the importance of integrating the shadow self. Drawing from ancient archetypes like Black Isis, Kali, and the Black Madonna, she offers practical rituals and wisdom for women seeking wholeness in a world that often dilutes the sacred. The conversation explores themes of truth, resilience, and the balance of light and shadow, challenging the "love and light" narrative with a call to embrace the wild and transformative aspects of spirituality.   Key Themes:   1. Sacred Rage and the Warrior Archetype Ashley steps into the "warrior archetype" as a woman, not to destroy, but to defend truth, the sacred, and the mysteries (01:40). She connects this to her astrological birth chart (Saturn and Mars in the sixth house), emphasizing service and discipline (01:40).   2. The Dilution of Spirituality Ashley expresses grief over the commodification of spirituality, watching it become a "branded ATM" rather than a transformative tool (02:35). She critiques spiritual bypassing and the avoidance of pain, especially post-LA fires (03:32).   3. The Dark Goddess and Wholeness Referencing Dancing in the Flames by Woodman and Dickinson, Ashley explains the absence of the dark goddess in modern society and its damaging effects (04:41). Archetypes like Kali, Black Isis, and the Black Madonna embody resilience, fierce love, and the integration of suffering (16:06, 20:00).   4. Thumos: The Spirited Fire of the Soul Ashley introduces the ancient Greek concept of Thumos—righteous anger that defends truth and honor—contrasting it with the "love and light" narrative (10:39). She ties this to Plato's chariot allegory and the Rider-Waite-Smith tarot's Chariot card, symbolizing balance between the soul's appetites and higher aspirations (14:05).   5. Embracing the Shadow Ashley emphasizes that the shadow is not an enemy but a part of wholeness, urging listeners to alchemize pain into wisdom (33:50, 35:15). She shares a personal story of a nightmare at 15, revealing unexpressed rage and the unconscious mind's role in healing (23:04).   6. Practical Rituals for Integration Ashley offers two rituals: mirror gazing with a candle to confront the soul (28:38) and scrying with a black bowl to uncover unhealed wounds (30:11). She stresses the importance of action post-ritual, such as therapy or inner child work (32:53).   7. Fear and the Occult Addressing fear around witchcraft and the occult, Ashley attributes it to societal conditioning and the rejection of feminine archetypes (42:16). She invokes Ma'at (balance and justice) as a source of boldness to face suffering and reclaim the sacred (40:42).   Detailed Timestamps: 00:01 - Introduction: Jason welcomes Ashley back, noting her journey as Pythian Priestess and the success of her prior episode. 00:41 - Ashley's Current Calling: Ashley discusses stepping into the warrior archetype to defend truth and the sacred, inspired by her birth chart (Saturn and Mars in the sixth house). 02:35 - Sacred Rage and the Pythian Mystery School: Ashley reflects on the commodification of spirituality post-LA fires and her mission to restore its depth through the Pythian Mystery School and her podcast, The Occult Unveiled. 04:41 - The Dark Goddess: Introduction to Dancing in the Flames and the societal lack of the dark goddess, with Ashley advocating for women to "take up the sword" against patriarchal imbalance (05:25). 10:39 - Thumos and Truth: Ashley explains Thumos as righteous anger, linking it to Plato's chariot allegory and the tarot's Chariot card (14:05). She ties it to four virtues: wisdom, justice, courage, and temperance (12:00). 16:06 - Black Isis and Black Madonna: Ashley explores Black Isis as a symbol of suffering and resilience (17:13) and the Black Madonna as wisdom and realism (20:00), forged in chaos and fierce love. 22:08 - Teaching Wholeness at Pythian Mystery School: Ashley uses dreams and meditations to help students confront the unconscious and embrace the dark goddess (22:36). She shares a personal nightmare as an example (23:04). 28:38 - Practical Rituals: - Ritual 1: Mirror gazing with incense and a candle to see beyond the mask (28:38). - Ritual 2: Scrying with a black bowl and an invocation to uncover unhealed parts (30:11). 33:50 - Embracing the Shadow: Ashley reframes the shadow as a source of strength, not evil, and shares her hypnosis therapy experience to alchemize pain (37:07). 38:40 - Fostering Righteous Anger in the Mystery School: Through meditations, students meet archetypes and receive symbolic gifts (daggers, keys), fostering self-understanding (39:42). 42:16 - Overcoming Fear of the Occult: Ashley attributes fear to societal rejection of feminine archetypes and credits Ma'at for her boldness (40:42). 47:32 - Where to Find Ashley: Ashley shares links: pythianmysteryschool.com, Etsy (Pythian Priestess) for tarot readings, and YouTube for Pause with Pythian and free classes.   Notable Quotes: Ashley on Sacred Rage: "There is a lot of rage right now in our society... It is a warrior for truth. It's a warrior for the sacred and to defend the mysteries." (01:40) On Spirituality's Dilution: "I'm watching it become an ATM for people. It's lost its meaning and it's a tool that should be used." (02:35) On the Dark Goddess: "Light is blinding. Light hurts. It's about breaking through illusion." (10:11) On Thumos: "It's the passion and the fire in my soul to bring back the sacred into the world." (14:05) On the Shadow: "You can turn the poison into medicine because the change in the integration is saying, ‘Okay, so this is the symptom.'” (37:07)   Resources Mentioned: Book: Dancing in the Flames by Marion Woodman and Elinor Dickinson (available on Amazon, eBay, and Internet Archive). Pythian Mystery School: pythianmysteryschool.com Podcast: Pause with Pythian (on YouTube as Pythian Priestess). Tarot Readings: Etsy (search "Pythian Priestess"). Social Media: TikTok, Instagram, Blue Sky, YouTube (@PythianPriestess).   Actionable Takeaways: Confront Your Soul: Try Ashley's mirror-gazing ritual with a candle and incense to see beyond your mask (28:38). Uncover the Unconscious: Use a scrying bowl with an invocation to reveal unhealed wounds, then act on the insights (30:11). Honor Your Shadow: Recognize rage, jealousy, or pain as parts of you needing compassion, not rejection (33:50). Embrace Fierce Love: Reflect on how suffering has forged your resilience, drawing inspiration from Black Isis or Kali (16:06). Join the Journey: Explore Ashley's free meditations on Pause with Pythian or enroll in the Pythian Mystery School (47:32).   Closing Thoughts: This episode is a bold call to reclaim the sacred feminine in its entirety—fierce, wild, and whole. Ashley M. Ryan, as Pythian Priestess, challenges listeners to move beyond superficial spirituality and embrace the transformative power of the dark goddess. Whether through rituals, shadow work, or her teachings at the Pythian Mystery School, she offers a path to truth and resilience in a world craving balance.  

Partons à la découverte de 4 visages du Masculin : les 4 Rois du Tarot. Orientation vers l'objectif, action, autonomie, protection et connaissance analytique : voilà les caractéristiques de l'Energie Masculine, le Yang, présent chez les femmes comme chez les hommes.Aline et Marc comparent les Rois du Tarot de Marseille et du Rider-Waite-Smith et partagent leur façon de les interpréter dans un Tirage de Tarot. ***Une réaction ? Un sujet pour nos Confidences ? Laissez-nous un commentaire sous la video.***Aline Delille est Tarologue, formateur et créatrice du site de référence sur le Tarot "Vivre Intuitif". Marc Meurisse est Tarologue, formateur et auteur de l'Oracle du Devenir. Aline et Marc partagent une vision du Tarot spirituelle, humaniste. Ils utilisent le Tarot pour donner du sens à des situations qui, sans lui, resteraient en dehors du champ de la conscience ou de la rationalité. Cela permet au Consultant de voir en elle ou en luises potentialités... et de les actualiser dans sa vie.Leur émission "Confidences de Tarologues" est un échange vivant et intimiste sur leurs pratiques respectives, en toute sincérité et sans langue de bois.***Enregistrement de l'émission en public sur YouTube le 1er jeudi du mois à 20h.Partagez ce moment avec nous, posez vos questions et réagissez à partir du chat.***Aline Delille, Tarologuewww.vivre-intuitif.com Instagram : @vivre_intuitifMarc Meurisse, Tarologuewww.yapa.euFacebook : @marc.meurisse.52 ***Musique : Guarded Skies - Edgar Hopp

Join us as we celebrate a significant milestone, marking our 200th episode with reflections on our incredible journey and the fascinating significance of the number 200. We explore the realm of angel numbers, uncovering how 200 embodies abundance, wealth, and success, urging us to trust our intuition and keep striving towards our goals. We break down the numerology of 200, highlighting the energies of balance, cooperation, and new beginnings. In a spontaneous twist, we abandon our original plan to discuss our new purchase - the Thoth Tarot deck. We discuss its connection to occultist Aleister Crowley, and journey further into the world of tarot. Comparing the traditional Rider–Waite–Smith deck to the esoteric Thoth deck. These changes offer fresh perspectives on our tarot interpretations, making this an exciting topic to unpack together!ICYMI: Episode 100: Creep It 100!Visit our website! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, & more! If you have any true crime, paranormal, or witchy stories you'd like to share with us & possibly have them read (out loud) on an episode, email us at pnwhauntsandhomicides@gmail.com or use this link. There are so many ways that you can support the show: BuyMeACoffee, Spreaker, or by leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts. Sources

Chaque semaine, retrouve "Le Coup de Cœur de Julie", la chronique pétillante et originale de Julie DESTOUCHES, diffusée en direct tous les lundis soirs dans la libre antenne "ON EST LA POUR CA !" Découvre des femmes et des hommes qui acceptent de partager leur passion et leurs connaissances concernant un art, un savoir ou tout simplement une pratique. ***************************************************************************************************** LCCJ #01 / LES TAROTS DE MARSEILLE avec Emmanuelle IGER Emmanuelle IGER, l'une des expertes françaises du Tarot, nous présente son "Mini-guide ultime du Tarot" (aux Editions ANIMAE) dans lequel elle lève le voile sur les mystères du Tarot de Marseille et du système Rider-Waite-Smith. Aux côtés de Julie Destouches, journaliste expérimentatrice spécialisée en spiritualité, levez le voile sur la dimension universelle des arcanes du Tarot, les messages cachés dans l'ésotérisme ainsi que les multiples utilisations des cartes. ***************************************************************************************************** Pour écouter "APPRENTIE SORCIERE", le podcast originel de Julie DESTOUCHES... Sur Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4cnfJ7KWJ97ucE9JfX3Vrw?si=90a4dc5dce1d4e29 Sur Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apprentie-sorci%C3%A8re/id1790222586 Sur Deezer https://www.deezer.com/fr/show/1001631731 Sur Castbox https://castbox.fm/channel/id6426713?utm_campaign=ex_share_ch&utm_medium=exlink&country=fr Tous les entretiens en vidéo sur YouTube

Nella 148° puntata di Illuminismo Psichedelico torna a trovarci Francesca Matteoni, poetessa, scrittrice e strega. Con Francesca stavolta abbiamo parlato dei tarocchi, e del loro potenziale di reagenti di contrasto con cui sondare la propria psiche. Qualcosa che può essere detta anche per gli psichedelici, non vi pare? Francesca ci ha fornito anche una ricostruzione storica sui tarocchi e sui vari usi che nel tempo ne sono stati fatti, parlando di alcuni mazzi particolarmente importanti, come il Rider-Waite-Smith, e di altri a cui lei è particolarmente legata. Francesca è inoltre autrice dell'ottimo Dal Matto al Mondo. Viaggio poetico nei tarocchi (effequ), certamente la miglior guida italiana sul tema. 

Partons à la découverte de 4 visages du Féminin : les 4 Reines du Tarot. Réceptivité, connaissance intuitive, vision systémique et holistique, capacité à prendre soin et à faire grandir : voilà les caractéristiques de l'Energie Féminine, le Yin, présent chez les femmes comme chez les hommes.Aline et Marc comparent les Reines du Tarot de Marseille et du Rider-Waite-Smith et partagent leur façon de les interpréter dans un Tirage de Tarot. ***Une réaction ? Un sujet pour nos Confidences ? Ecrivez-nous à confidencesdetarologues@gmail.com***Aline Delille est Tarologue, formateur et créatrice du site de référence sur le Tarot "Vivre Intuitif". Marc Meurisse est Tarologue, formateur et auteur de l'Oracle du Devenir. Aline et Marc partagent une vision du Tarot spirituelle, humaniste. Ils utilisent le Tarot pour donner du sens à des situations qui, sans lui, resteraient en dehors du champ de la conscience ou de la rationalité. Cela permet au Consultant de voir en elle ou en luises potentialités... et de les actualiser dans sa vie.Leur émission "Confidences de Tarologues" est un échange vivant et intimiste sur leurs pratiques respectives, en toute sincérité et sans langue de bois.***Enregistrement de l'émission en public sur YouTube le 1er jeudi du mois à 20h.Partagez ce moment avec nous, posez vos questions et réagissez à partir du chat.***Aline Delille, Tarologuewww.vivre-intuitif.com Instagram : @vivre_intuitifMarc Meurisse, Tarologuewww.yapa.euFacebook : @marc.meurisse.52 ***Musique : Guarded Skies - Edgar Hopp

Au galop ! Partons à la découverte des Cavaliers du Tarot version Marseille et version Rider-Waite-Smith. Plus matures que les Valets, équipés d'un cheval pour aller "plus loin", les Cavaliers n'ont pas encore la maitrise de la Reine et du Roi... Ce qui peut les mener à certains excès. Parties de nous, traits de personnalité ou personnes de notre entourage, on aime leur côté conquérant et leur dévouement à l'Energie de leur Suite. ***Aline Delille est Tarologue, formateur et créatrice du site de référence sur le Tarot "Vivre Intuitif". Marc Meurisse est Tarologue, formateur et auteur de l'Oracle du Devenir. Aline et Marc partagent une vision du Tarot spirituelle, humaniste. Ils utilisent le Tarot pour donner du sens à des situations qui, sans lui, resteraient en dehors du champ de la conscience ou de la rationalité. Cela permet au Consultant de voir en elle ou en luises potentialités... et de les actualiser dans sa vie.Leur émission "Confidences de Tarologues" est un échange vivant et intimiste sur leurs pratiques respectives, en toute sincérité et sans langue de bois.***Enregistrement de l'émission en public sur YouTube le 1er jeudi du mois à 20h.Partagez ce moment avec nous, posez vos questions et réagissez à partir du chat.***Une réaction ? Un sujet pour nos Confidences ? Ecrivez-nous !confidencesdetarologues@gmail.com***Aline Delille, Tarologuewww.vivre-intuitif.com Instagram : @vivre_intuitifMarc Meurisse, Tarologuewww.yapa.euFacebook : @marc.meurisse.52 ***Musique : Guarded Skies - Edgar Hopp

Guide pratique pour choisir son premier jeu de tarot. Rider-Waite ou Tarot de Marseille : le match des classiques. Vous êtes intrigué(e) par l'univers du tarot, mais vous ne savez pas par où commencer ? Vous vous lancez dans la cartomancie, mais vous êtes perdu devant la multitude de jeux disponibles ? Dans cet épisode, je vous accompagne pour découvrir les bases essentielles de la cartomancie et répondre à LA grande question : quel tarot choisir pour débuter sereinement ? Faut-il choisir un tarot classique ou opter pour ses nombreux dérivés ? Les oracles sont-ils une meilleure option pour commencer ?Dans cet épisode, on répond à toutes vos questions pour vous aider à faire le bon choix. Ensemble, on explore :Les deux grandes catégories de jeux de cartes : oracles et tarotsUn focus sur le tarot de MarseilleLes dérivés modernes comme le Rider-Waite-Smith et leurs impacts sur l'interprétationDes conseils pratiques pour choisir son premier tarotL'importance de connaître les origines et les significations des cartes pour une pratique authentiqueMention spéciale : je partage aussi des anecdotes et réflexions sur l'évolution des tarots à travers le temps et comment ils s'adaptent à notre époque.Ne manquez pas cette occasion de vous initier à la tarologie.S'inscrire à la liste d'attente Cartomancie : https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1181199/139708125219391370/shareRessource "La place de l'arcane de la Force et de la Justice dans le RWS" :https://spiritualite-et-yoga.com/cartomancie-la-place-de-larcane-de-la-force-et-de-la-justice/**********************************************⭐️ TOUS LES LIENS UTILES MANIPURA : https://linktr.ee/amba.manipura  ⭐️ Retrouvez-moi sur Instagram : @amba.manipura ✨ Je suis Amba, énergéticienne, tarot-astrologue. J'enseigne ces pratiques à travers un cursus de formation et j'accompagne individuellement toute personne souhaitant intégrer la spiritualité dans son cheminement thérapeutique. Prestations en Énergétique - Guidance en Cartomancie et en Astrologie .Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

I'm chatting today with Lalania Simone about Lalania's newest deck, Tarot of the Cosmic Seed. In an effort to decolonize the tarot, remove outdated ideas of hierarchy, and shift ingrained gender norms, Lalania, founder of Alchemy Ritual Goods, has created a lush and vibrant deck with unique imagery and symbolism and an array of people and cultures. Having renamed the royalty cards—including the Hierophant, Emperor, Empress, and the court cards—Lalania has expanded their interpretation into energy signatures rather than personality types. The result is a deeply diverse spiritual tool, a bridge to the mysterious and the esoteric, as well as a guide to the everyday. Using the Rider-Waite-Smith tradition as a foundation, this deck offers a twist: there is a twenty-third card added to the Major Arcana—The Cosmic Seed, a representative of us all as infinite, cosmic spirits, enmeshed in sacred flesh for a time on this Earth. Find Lalania: Buy Tarot of the Cosmic Seed: https://amzn.to/3VkQb2j Instagram: @the.cosmicseed www.lalaniasimone.com Lalania is an artist and entrepreneur on a path of personal expansion and collective liberation. Their work here on earth is to awaken to the fullness of my divine presence, and to experience the pure divine potential in every person and thing that surrounds them. Lalania is the author of Urban Soul Warrior: Self Mastery in the Midst of the Metropolis, the creatix of Tarot of the Cosmic Seed, and co-owner of a magical BIWOC owned metaphysical shop called Alchemy Ritual Goods. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/witch-wednesdays/support

Today, we're getting into the Two of Cups. This card is about trust and equality; no one needs to worry anymore. There is so much to unpack in the Rider Waite Smith deck. Lis dives deep into the symbolism and how it relates to the meaning, while Hilary reminds us why this card is excellent for relationship readings. Melissa: The Prairie Tarot by Robin Ator (out of print). However, you might be able to get a phone app version through your phone store: http://www.foolsdog.com/Prairie/ Hilary: Legacy of the Divine by Ciro Marchetti Jaymi: The Lighted Window by Lindsay Hook   Shoutouts Ryan Edwards, creator of The Maybe Lenormand Andrew McGregor of The Hermit's Lamp Resources Mel Meleen's Tabula Mundi Tarot site Susan Chang's website Tarot Deciphered by Mel Meleen and T. Susan Chang 36 Secrets by T. Susan Chang   Do you like what you hear? Send feedback to us at cardslingerscc@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram at www.instagram.com/cardslingerscc. We also have a YouTube channel at youtube.com/@cardslingerscc. Eventually, we will back up the episodes and have more live content. Support our podcast with books or decks. We're adding all the books from each episode to our Cardslingers CC bookshop.org store. Each purchase from this store gives us a percentage to cover our costs! www.bookshop.org/shop/cardslingerscc. Reminder: We will NEVER DM you for a reading on any social media site. We schedule all readings and conversations through our personal websites.

Prêts à partir à la rencontre des Valets du Tarot ? Valets du Tarot de Marseille et Valets du Rider-Waite-Smith, nous les regardons ces figures "au service de...", ces messagers du Tarot, sous toutes les coutures !! Dans cet épisode, nous décrypterons leurs symboles, leurs signification et leur rôle dans une Consultation de Tarot. *** Aline Delille est Tarologue, formateur et créatrice du site de référence sur le Tarot "Vivre Intuitif". Marc Meurisse est Tarologue, formateur et auteur de l'Oracle du Devenir. Aline et Marc partagent une vision du Tarot spirituelle, humaniste. Ils utilisent le Tarot pour donner du sens à des situations qui, sans lui, resteraient en dehors du champ de la conscience ou de la rationalité. Cela permet au Consultant de voir en elle ou en luises potentialités... et de les actualiser dans sa vie. Leur émission "Confidences de Tarologues" est un échange vivant et intimiste sur leurs pratiques respectives, en toute sincérité et sans langue de bois. *** Enregistrement de l'émission en public sur YouTube le 1er et le 3ème jeudi du mois à 20h. Partagez ce moment avec nous, posez vos questions et réagissez à partir du chat. *** Une réaction ? Un sujet pour nos Confidences ? Ecrivez-nous ! confidencesdetarologues@gmail.com *** Aline Delille, Tarologue www.vivre-intuitif.com Instagram : @vivre_intuitif Marc Meurisse, Tarologue www.yapa.eu Facebook : @marc.meurisse.52 *** Musique : Guarded Skies - Edgar Hopp

Send us a textLaylla and Chelle honor the life and legacy of Pamela Colman Smith, the brilliant artist behind the iconic Rider-Waite-Smith (or what Laylla calls the Smith-Waite) tarot deck. Overlooked until recently, Pamela's work has influenced countless readers and seekers for over a century, yet her story remains shrouded in mystery and intrigue.Join the witches as they delve into Pamela's life as a (possibly) queer, (possibly) mixed-race artist and occultist, her connections with the Golden Dawn, and the fascinating symbolism she infused into each card. They'll explore how Pamela's vision transformed tarot into a visual language that continues to inspire modern witchcraft and divination.Tune in as they celebrate this powerful ancestress and unsung hero of tarot, uncovering the artistry, spirit, and intuition she brought to her craft—and why she deserves a place of honor in the hearts of all who read the cards. This episode is a beautiful blend of history, homage, and magic, perfect for connecting with the spirit of an artist who forever changed the world of tarot.Support the showEmail: backonthebroomstick@gmail.comYoutube FacebookInstagramBack on the Broomstick Website

I truly believe everyone has something unique to offer the Tarot world. If you're a writer or artist or wise wanderer YOU have a unique perspective that will enrich this community. You can offer yet another bridge to self-understanding and inner illumination that no one else can. It has been my great joy to sit with and press “record” on over 100 conversations with wisdom seekers of the world. And then I met Mandy.   When I had a chance to review Mystic Storyteller: A Writer's Guide to Using the Tarot for Creative Inspiration, I had a moment to myself where I said, “THIS is the book I wish I could have written!” Truthfully, Mandy's got the creds to speak thoroughly on tarot and writing. She has written over a dozen literary works and even has a couple pen names under her belt! Well, if you can't beat ‘em, join em! And we do just that here on Substack in our latest Archetypal Tarot Podcast. I cannot even begin to describe how much this book offers writers, creatives and tarot enthusiasts alike. This book is CHOCK-FULL of guidance as Mandy takes you by the hand, weaving in her personal experience with the timeless wisdom of the tarot. If you're like me, you might for the first time feel capable of writing that first great American novel! Her book covers: Enhancing creativity. Strengthening writer's intuition. Inspiring ideas and composition. Improving storytelling proficiency through building confidence and encouraging authenticity of voice and style. Nurturing rich character- and world-building practices. Elevating plot and scene development skills. Troubleshooting writer's block. Supporting self-discovery and wellness routines. Mapping out a memoir. The companion deck, illustrated by Roz Kazaz, is inspired by Rider-Waite-Smith but incorporates the modern visages and true diversity that reflect our world. Playfully, writing paraphernalia populates the tools of the tarot characters:     Mandy's fundraising campaign reached full support since we recorded this podcast. If you would like updates on the book's release, join Mandy's mailing list here: https://www.haintbluecreative.com/books/mystic-storyteller

Tarot has been used as a tool for divination for hundreds of years, but one illustrator in particular changed the face of the game - literally. We explore Pamela Colman Smith's contributions to the famous Rider-Waite-Smith tarot deck and the cult origins of the commission. Produced and hosted by Brian Moore and Sam Malott Brown. Story Editing, Audio engineering, and mixing by Julia Sikora. Special shoutout to the Boston Tea Room in Ferndale, MI for the tarot reading Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @FormingFunctionPodcast and send us an email to suggest a topic at formingfunctionpodcast@gmail.com. Forming Function Season 2 is supported in part by grant funding from Michigan Architectural Foundation.

Here's what The Fool tarot card means in a reading, tarot spread, or tarot manifestation.  There is no memorization needed. There is no formula to figure out. This is a super-easy, super-powerful lesson.   In today's easy tarot lesson we look to see the screws hidden in The Fool card. First off, can we derive meaningful rom the NAME of this card? Well . .  yes, and no. But surprisingly yes. And what is up with that dog? Where did that dog come from? (hint: this was not in the original art, but was added way back around 1450 CE). And why a cliff? The old versions mentioned nothing about a cliff! This was something Arthur Edward Waite changed. This is not in the core meaning of the card! But that is a clue in and of itself. We are in fact reading the modern images, not the "ancient" ones (hint: the tarot is NOT from Egypt — the pyramids are). But there is a lot of information hidden in plain sight right there in the image. THERE IS NOTHING TO MEMORIZE. The secrets of The Fool tarot card are right in front of us. look at the way he is dressed. By the way, he has some of the fanciest clothing in all of the tarot. Did you know he was a prince? (of sorts) Also look at his bag, the rose in his hand (it is the only white rose in the [ "Rider" } Waite-Smith tarot). We examine the secrets of this card, and also how to LEARN any card (not memorize keywords) by learning to look at the images. This is a short but powerful revelation of what The Fool tarot card means in any spread you cast. Take notes, because after this lesson you will never go back to guessing again.   Also, if you have any questions, we are always here to help! Ask us at !   Thanks for being here!  

Here's what The Fool tarot card means in a reading, tarot spread, or tarot manifestation.  There is no memorization needed. There is no formula to figure out. This is a super-easy, super-powerful lesson.In today's easy tarot lesson we look to see the screws hidden in The Fool card. First off, can we derive meaningful rom the NAME of this card? Well . .  yes, and no. But surprisingly yes. And what is up with that dog? Where did that dog come from? (hint: this was not in the original art, but was added way back around 1450 CE). And why a cliff? The old versions mentioned nothing about a cliff! This was something Arthur Edward Waite changed. This is not in the core meaning of the card! But that is a clue in and of itself. We are in fact reading the modern images, not the "ancient" ones (hint: the tarot is NOT from Egypt — the pyramids are). But there is a lot of information hidden in plain sight right there in the image.THERE IS NOTHING TO MEMORIZE. The secrets of The Fool tarot card are right in front of us. look at the way he is dressed. By the way, he has some of the fanciest clothing in all of the tarot. Did you know he was a prince? (of sorts) Also look at his bag, the rose in his hand (it is the only white rose in the [ "Rider" } Waite-Smith tarot).We examine the secrets of this card, and also how to LEARN any card (not memorize keywords) by learning to look at the images. This is a short but powerful revelation of what The Fool tarot card means in any spread you cast. Take notes, because after this lesson you will never go back to guessing again.Also, if you have any questions, we are always here to help! Ask us at www.advancedtarotsecretc.com!Thanks for being here!

What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Have you ever wondered how one can balance the mystical with the mundane? Molly from SoulPod joins us to share her unique journey, blending her life as a practicing witch with her day job as an accounting professional. We hear about her passion for tarot and life coaching through her platform, The High Priestess Coaching. Molly gives insight into honoring nature, the seasons, and oneself through her magical practices, even while coming from a Christian family background. Her story offers a fresh perspective on embracing one's identity and the subtle magic found in everyday life.What drives someone to dive deep into witchcraft and maintain self-compassion amid the challenges? Molly opens up about her battles with imposter syndrome and the constant yearning to do more. She shares strategies on managing these feelings and talks about the gratifying moments when her practices yield positive results for herself and others. Not to mention, we explore her favorite tools, including the Golden Thread and plasticized Rider-Waite-Smith tarot decks, which add a layer of connection and comfort to her craft.Pets often hold a special place in our hearts, and Molly's story about her cat Nigel highlights this deep emotional bond. We discuss the significance of embracing mistakes in one's practice and offer advice to new practitioners to seek knowledge bravely. With upcoming potential guests like author Bakara Wintner and a friend who leads full moon rituals, we promise more intriguing content. Listen to Soul Pod, the podcast here!Support the showSupport the show and get tons of bonus content, videos, monthly spell boxes, and more at CrepuscularConjuration.com!Or become a paying subscriber on Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1777532/supportWant to see if you're a good fit for the show? (Hint: if you're a witch, you probably are!) email me at youraveragewitchpodcast at gmail.comFollow YAW at:instagram.com/youraveragewitchpodcastfacebook.com/youraveragewitchpodcastReview the show on Apple podcastspodcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-average-witch-podcast/id1567845483

This is actually an excerpt from a now-retired course I used to have called Intro to Tarot. You'll get all the backstory of that in this episode, but the main content here is about the history of the Tarot going all the way back to a syncretic figure called "Hermes Trismegistus" who was not a singular person but rather a collective of writing by powerful magi, like how Homer is not actually one writer but ratherthe combined works of several bards over centuries...It's mysterious and fascinating and I hope you enjoy this sweet lil artifact from my archive! Stay tuned for part two on the proliferation of decks across the globe and through the ages, from the Sola Busca deck of the Renaissance to the icon and groundbreaking Rider Waite Smith, to today's artist-driven marketplace of Post Modern decks! Subscribe to this podcast to get that episode automatically in your podcast player. Thanks to folks who write helpful honest reviews! They help the right listeners find a sense of belonging and resonance - I super appreciate you taking the time to write a few words.

We're back! In the season two premiere of the Haunted Objects Podcast, a possessed tarot deck terrifies television viewers, but the devil's in the details. Plus, we give YOU a reading with the haunted deck, Dana reveals her secret tarot techniques, Greg embraces chaos, Connor learns about computers, and Keelin swears she knows what a shopping mall is. Shuffle the deck and hope for the best, because it's time to seal your fate with the Devil's Deck! See us on tour: https://www.newkirktour.com/ Join the museum: https://www.patreon.com/paramuseum Buy HOP merch: https://planetweird.store Visit our website: https://hauntedobjectspodcast.com Subscribe on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6kf7n2n Follow the Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/objectspod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ObjectsPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@objectspod SHOW NOTES: - More on the haunted tarot deck: https://tinyurl.com/ev872fm5 - The Rider-Waite-Smith images: https://tinyurl.com/3tbb9f54 - Mamluk playing cards: https://tinyurl.com/msmkjz4u - The Sola Busca Tarot that inspired Pixie: https://tinyurl.com/228hxmkm - More tarot history: https://tinyurl.com/3smhsexd - Pamela Coleman Smith's Zine: https://tinyurl.com/jh6aucmz - Read AE Waite's “The Pictorial Key to the Tarot”: https://tinyurl.com/fe699umb - Dana's Recommended Tarot Teacher: https://tinyurl.com/3ccry6p7 - "Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom" by Rachel Pollack: https://amzn.to/3zA44l2 - For Beginners: "The Guided Tarot" by Stefanie Caponi: https://amzn.to/3xWSJeg - "Pamela Coleman Smith: The Untold Story" by Kaplan: https://amzn.to/4eRGd0n - Tarot Cards and Copyright: https://tinyurl.com/ekh2txpw Part of the Spectrevision Radio Network Copyright 2024 Planet Weird Hosted by Greg and Dana Newkirk Produced by Connor J Randall Photography / Editing by Karl Pfeiffer Additional Research by Keelin Mathews Art by Dustin Williams Theme by Adam Hayman "The Disembodied Voice" by Chuck Fresh

We're back! In the season two premiere of the Haunted Objects Podcast, a possessed tarot deck terrifies television viewers, but the devil's in the details. Plus, we give YOU a reading with the haunted deck, Dana reveals her secret tarot techniques, Greg embraces chaos, Connor learns about computers, and Keelin swears she knows what a shopping mall is. Shuffle the deck and hope for the best, because it's time to seal your fate with the Devil's Deck! See us on tour: https://www.newkirktour.com/ Join the museum: https://www.patreon.com/paramuseum Buy HOP merch: https://planetweird.store Visit our website: https://hauntedobjectspodcast.com Subscribe on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6kf7n2n Follow the Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/objectspod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ObjectsPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@objectspod SHOW NOTES: - More on the haunted tarot deck: https://tinyurl.com/ev872fm5 - The Rider-Waite-Smith images: https://tinyurl.com/3tbb9f54 - Mamluk playing cards: https://tinyurl.com/msmkjz4u - The Sola Busca Tarot that inspired Pixie: https://tinyurl.com/228hxmkm - More tarot history: https://tinyurl.com/3smhsexd - Pamela Coleman Smith's Zine: https://tinyurl.com/jh6aucmz - Read AE Waite's “The Pictorial Key to the Tarot”: https://tinyurl.com/fe699umb - Dana's Recommended Tarot Teacher: https://tinyurl.com/3ccry6p7 - "Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom" by Rachel Pollack: https://amzn.to/3zA44l2 - For Beginners: "The Guided Tarot" by Stefanie Caponi: https://amzn.to/3xWSJeg - "Pamela Coleman Smith: The Untold Story" by Kaplan: https://amzn.to/4eRGd0n - Tarot Cards and Copyright: https://tinyurl.com/ekh2txpw Part of the Spectrevision Radio Network Copyright 2024 Planet Weird Hosted by Greg and Dana Newkirk Produced by Connor J Randall Photography / Editing by Karl Pfeiffer Additional Research by Keelin Mathews Art by Dustin Williams Theme by Adam Hayman "The Disembodied Voice" by Chuck Fresh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TAROT EVERY WITCH WAY - Unlock the Power of the Cards for Spellcraft & Magic. .Immerse yourself in the magic of tarot as Lilith Dorsey introduces you to the many ways it can complement your witchcraft. Taking you beyond simple card meanings, this book offers culinary recipes, immersive meditations, effective spells, engaging crafts, insightful spreads, and much more. With hundreds of tips and activities, this extensive guide is full of inspiration for every magical practitioner. Explore important symbolism with two art samples for each card, one from the classic Tarot Original 1909 and the other from one of several modern Rider-Waite-Smith-style decks. Discover ways to combine tarot and magic with an extensive array of correspondences, including crystals, herbs, animals, astrology, and musical notes. Lilith also provides step-by-step instructions for making altars, shrines, and crystal grids to help empower your deck and your life. Lilith Dorsey, MA,  has focused their study and practice on Celtic, Afro-Caribbean, and  Indigenous  American spirituality. They are filmmaker of the experimental documentary Bodies of Water and choreographer/performer for jazz legend Dr. John's “Night Tripper” Voodoo Show. They have long been committed to providing accurate and respectful information about Magic and are proud to be a published Black author of such titles as Voodoo and African Traditional Religion; 55 Ways to Connect to Goddess; The African-American Ritual Cookbook; Love Magic; the bestselling Orishas, Goddesses and Voodoo Queens; and the award winning Water Magic. Visit them at LilithDorsey.com.  

"Metaphysics Today: Soulful Conversations for Nourishing Your Spirit" hosted by Aeson Knight and Fire Fly invites listeners into a sanctuary of self-care where the essence of metaphysics is explored in today's context. Aeson Knight, with over two decades of metaphysical exploration, guides listeners on a profound journey alongside Fire Fly, also known as Hazel, whose deep immersion in divination enriches their discussions. Together, they bring spiritual leaders from across the globe to share wisdom and stories, offering listeners a chance to nourish their souls and embrace their inner depths. In "Exploring Tarot Reading Systems: A Comparative Analysis of Rider-Waite-Smith, White Snake, and Thoth," the article delves into the rich history and diverse interpretations of tarot cards. The Rider-Waite-Smith (RWS) Tarot, created by Pamela Colman Smith and A.E. Waite, stands as the most widely recognized deck in the Western world. Its illustrative imagery, structured symbolism, and intuitive interpretation make it accessible and versatile for practitioners of all levels. Contrasting this, the White Snake Tarot, crafted by Jessika Fancy, offers a contemporary interpretation, drawing from diverse cultural influences. Its eclectic imagery and emphasis on personal interpretation celebrate cultural diversity and emotional depth, inspiring creativity and introspection in readings. Finally, the Thoth Tarot, born from Aleister Crowley's esoteric philosophy and Lady Frieda Harris's visionary artwork, offers a profound journey into the subconscious and divine realms. With its esoteric symbolism, astrological correspondences, and Thelemic philosophy, the Thoth Tarot serves as a tool for spiritual transformation and inner alchemy. Each system—RWS, White Snake, and Thoth—brings unique strengths to the table, catering to different preferences and needs in divination and self-discovery. RWS excels in accessibility and tradition, while White Snake inspires creativity and personalization, and Thoth delves deep into esoteric symbolism and spiritual transformation. Together, they represent a rich tapestry of tarot's potential, offering seekers a diverse array of pathways to explore the mysteries of the soul. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pcspnetwork/message

When the winds of the Southern wilds whisper secrets of the old ways, Larry Evans, a witch and occult artist, is there to catch them. Today, our conversation weaves through the thicket of his Appalachian heritage and into the heart of his craft, where we find the enchanting intersection of nature, disruption, and the art of jewelry-making from reclaimed copper. The captivating lore of his family's herbal remedies and hunting traditions paints a backdrop to Larry's embrace of witchcraft as more than just spells—it's a dance with the rhythms of the earth itself. Discover his magical musings at dragonflymoon-studio.com and follow his daily enchantments on Instagram.Step into the circle where tradition and transformation meet, as we traverse the mystical paths that have drawn seekers and sages throughout history. From the clandestine snake handling churches to the stirring of ancient lunar connections, our discussion with Larry sheds light on the alchemy of personal rituals and the power of symbolic objects, such as magical rings and tarot cards. Our foray into historical texts like the "Four Books of Occult Philosophy" and the secrets of the Emerald Tablet offers a rich context for the modern mystic, inviting listeners to explore the archival depths where the roots of magic intertwine with the branches of knowledge.As the tarot's rich tapestry unfolds, we honor the visionary Pamela Colman Smith and the profound influence of decks like the Rider-Waite-Smith, Crowley's Thoth, and the classical Marseille. With an eye towards the future, we tease an upcoming conversation with psychic medium Melissa Saint-Hilaire, foreshadowing a journey into contemporary tarot that promises to be as diverse as it is deep. Our episode may have drawn to a close, but the spells we've spun and the tales we've told are just the beginning—join me next Tuesday for more stories where the extraordinary meets the everyday on Your Average Witch.Bite Me The Show About EdiblesCreate your own tasty, healthy cannabis edibles and take control of your high life! ...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showSupport the show and get tons of bonus content, videos, monthly spell boxes, and more at CrepuscularConjuration.com!Or become a paying subscriber on Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1777532/supportWant to see if you're a good fit for the show? (Hint: if you're a witch, you probably are!) email me at youraveragewitchpodcast at gmail.comFollow YAW at:instagram.com/youraveragewitchpodcastfacebook.com/youraveragewitchpodcastReview the show on Apple podcastspodcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-average-witch-podcast/id1567845483

This episode is our single card tarot forecast for February 18th - March 19th 2024. 1 card for the spirit in which to move through things….that turned into two. The Universe has spoken…. Lean into this episode to hear what the Universe wants us to lean into in this particular Pisces season….it's pure magic. Pisces is represented by The Moon in the Tarot. In the RIder Waite Smith deck it is depicted by two dogs howling at the moon, that blocks out the sun. One of the dogs appears wild, and the other domesticated. They stand on land with water in front of them with a crayfish crawling out of the water. The crayfish represents the fearful self…it looks towards a long path in front of it and offers us that thought of…others have done it, can I? There is a message here of the life of the imagination vs. an actual life of decisions. This card traditionally offers us an opportunity to develop our Spirituality deeper, or for the first time. It can offer an awakening of the third eye/pineal gland and the solar plexus…or a spiritual awakening in general. The Moon an alignment between body, spirituality, and psyche. It requires us to make decisions in order to move forward up, out, and away from fear. It's number 18 - 1 + 8 = 9 karmic closures and cycles ending. Perfect for the last sign of the zodiac chart that finishes the astrological year and says purge, grieve, let go…in order to heal. Pisces, as an energy of the zodiac, offers us: The magic of adaptability, creativity, artistry, fantasy, and idealism. Healing the wounds of worthiness, lack, limitation, love, safety, creativity The power of allowing your emotions out and through The power of hope and potential The challenge of creating and keeping healthy boundaries The challenge of not remaining a victim A true balance of humanity and divinity - our only assignment in life school Want more Pisces insight: UnicornWellnessStudio.com members have an offering in their membership library - in the Astrology section - titled Zodiac Basics: Pisces Other episodes you'll enjoy: EP 56: Pisces Season 2024 Energy Forecast EP 41: Magical Mentoring from the inside with Dionna Eshleman and Keli Lyn Jewel Read the full details on Magical Mentoring Schedule your Magical Mentoring exploration call HERE Follow and DM on IG @tandy_gutierrez Get my Newsletter here. Explore all my offerings at UnicornWellnessStudio.com Deck used in this episode: The Muse Tarot

So, what does the tarot have to do with dogs?? In today's episode, I am joined by intuitive tarot and astrology expert, and fellow mystic dog mama, Sarah Vrba. Honestly, connecting with Sarah in this conversation was like meeting with a kindred spirit, I enjoyed it so much. I've been following Sarah's work on her YouTube channel for a good few years now where she has created a beautiful and permission-giving space for the sensitive ones among us to reconnect to ourselves, and embrace the wild nature within us. So, what do dogs and the tarot have to do with one another? If you've never worked with the tarot before, it is a system of cards that uses imagery and symbolism to describe the archetypal “fool's journey” or “hero's journey” that we are all on as humans. In this chat, Sarah and I talk about how the archetype of the dog appears in key moments of The Fool's journey throughout the Rider Waite Smith tarot deck, inviting us to be present to what is truly available to us, and beckoning to embrace our wild nature.  We get into all kinds of juicy topics, from becoming ok with being a work in process publicly, to deconstructing cultural conditioning, and learning to claim our needs -  lessons we have both learned from our dogs. We also talk about how dogs invite us to explore and embrace our wild selves with abandon, and how Chihuahua time is a real thing! Sarah has such a warm and inviting energy, and I just know you're going to love connecting with her. If you want to learn more about Sarah and her work, I have left links below. If you are enjoying this podcast, I would be so grateful if you could like, subscribe, rate it, and leave a review! All of these things are so important for helping other mystic dog mamas find the podcast, and get the support they are looking for to best nourish their dogs - and themselves - mind, body, and soul. And, as always, let me know what topics you'd like me to cover in upcoming episodes, or questions you have around nourishing your dog (or yourself!)! This really is a community space, so if there's something you want to bring up for discussion, I'm all ears! Again, just reach out to me on Instagram @mysticdogmama Sarah's YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@sarahvrba Sarah's Patreon https://patreon.com/sarahvrba Sarah's website https://sarahvrba.com Sarah's Instagram https://instagram.com/sarahvrba This episode is supported by Aspirationery, which, in full transparency, is another project of mine where we create books, notebooks, and stationery to help you become all you aspire to be! If you are looking for a safe space to explore and embrace your wild self, our moon magic and shadow work journals and workbooks might be a useful support for you. You can take a peek at them on our Aspirationery instagram account, https://instagram.com/aspirationery. TIMESTAMPS 00:20 Intro 05:15 How tarot and astrology have shaped Sarah's journey, and helped her get back to the wild river of life 06:55 Tarot and astrology to reclaim your personal power and embrace the deep, dark places within ourselves 11:18 What is the mystical path for Sarah? 12:40 Deconstructing the conditioning - across cultures 16:30 Allowing things to be messy 19:00 Negotiating identity 21:00 Productivity culture 22:20 The archetype of the dog in tarot and what it is teaching us about our wild selves 28:35 Sarah and I talk shadow work with our dogs 31:55 The will of the world, surrendering to a greater plan 37:20 When your deepest fears are really your greatest friends - lessons from our dogs 41:15 Does your dog distract you when you're working too much? Yep 43:45 How dogs change our relationship to nature and our own needs 49:15 Dogs lead us through the veil, and return us to ourselves 53:30 Chihuahuas have their own time and the biggest energy field 55:30 Questions that Sarah offers you to explore your own path 1:04:00 What Sarah's dog has taught her about what it means to be human

This episode is our single card tarot forecast for January 20th - February 17th 2024.. 1 card for the spirit in which to move through things. This episode may have more weight or significance if you are a Aquarius native and have your sun, rising and or moon in this sign. Aquarius in the Tarot, in the Major Arcana - is represented by The Star card - In the traditional Rider Waite Smith deck it's depicted by a nude female presenting human kneeling with one foot in water and one foot on earth, holding two water vessels that look like vases, pouring water both in the pod and on the earth. Said to be calming waters to heal both the past and the present. There are 8 stars in the sky with one much larger than the other. This card traditionally offers us hope for the future. And guidance to get there. It offers beautification in the home, or a dream living situation, harmonious relationships, and good luck in career and money. The Star is a healer. This card says be inspired. Dreams really can come true. It offers individuality expressed, greater authenticity of self expression, reveals or expansion of unique gifts and talents, - it offers alignment of your soul purpose - tangibly expressed. The imbalance of this card is that you may be blinded by magic dust, and only be making wishes and be delusional that things really come to fruition on wishes and prayers alone. It's a callout you may be lacking on practicality and patience to get your dreams to become a reality. This card in readings with me and for my community is always a call to embark or edit or check in with your Life By Design. It's time to wish big. If you aim for the moon and miss you land on a star….not a bad gig. It calls us to really have faith that what we are wishing for is also wishing for us and when we can get honest and real about our wants, wishes, and desires….then magic can happen through clear planning, action AND leaving the door wide open to miracles to support your greatest wish. It's number 17 - 1 +7 + 8 empowerment, circulation, movement, infinity, stirring and flow between humanity and divinity. This is also an 8 year - 2024…so it's an important card to lean into, it plays a role this year for sure . Aquarius, as an energy of the zodiac, offers us: The magic of experimentation, creative thinking, and out there solutions. Healing the wounds of belonging, being othered, or labeled as a ‘freak' for any reason. The power of letting your brain float in the liminal space, The power of high tech futurism for the collective The challenge of getting big ideas to land, with a map and actionable plans and tactics. The challenge of getting connected to other humans. The reality of a life by design that is inclusive, equitable, protective, and provides for all. Aquarius is the element of air. Air in the tarot is represented by swords - our intellect, acumen, thought process, words, and around here our subconscious processing. What we think, read, listen to, who we talk to….all contribute to our whole. It teaches us that by shifting what we consume, the words we speak…we can shift our consciousness, invoke healing and progress. This season invites us into books, podcasts, documentaries, courses that present NEW ways of thinking about well, everything. This can get us into a state of being whipped up into a frenzy in our thoughts…letting our brain run away with us….have stress, anxiety, and overwhelm on high. Consume things that ground you in this season and if your chart is air heavy. This includes foods - think root veggies and clean animal protein….slower and closer to the ground animals…like pork or cattle if those are a fit for your food code…think music that calms, inspires, and drives you along at a moderate pace. In your podcasts and books….aim for voices that are non-inflammatory. Calming, grounded, wise. Want more Aquarius insight: UnicornWellnessStudio.com members have an offering in their membership library - in the Astrology section - titled Zodiac Basics: Aquarius Other episodes you'll enjoy: EP 54: Aquarius Season 2024 Energy Forecast EP 41: Magical Mentoring from the inside with Dionna Eshleman and Keli Lyn Jewel EP 53: Winter and Capricorn Season Tarot Forecast - 5 cards Follow and DM on IG @tandy_gutierrez Get my Newsletter here. Join my online studio in January and get access to my Healing Protocols. Learn more here. Explore booking a personal reading in 2024 here. Explore all my offerings at UnicornWellnessStudio.com Deck used in this episode: Britt's Third Eye Tarot

Welcome to Inner Work! This is the third installment of my four-part series on the Tarot Pentacles. In this episode, I cover the 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Pentacles to help you see the cards in a deeper, more meaningful, more nuanced way. To follow along, please bring your Rider Waite Smith deck. Explore my Resources for Self-Healing (to take your inner work to the next level): https://josephinehardman.com/resources/ Join my email community and receive my Akashic Records Mini Course (free): https://josephinehardman.com/akashic-records-intro/ Support this podcast and keep it on the air by donating any amount here:  https://square.link/u/I4Zt8YSE To connect with me, visit https://josephinehardman.com or send a note to me@josephinehardman.com Thank you for tuning in, and please keep doing your inner work! Music & editing by G. Demers Inner Work 2023 All Rights Reserved.

As the 2023 holiday season is moving into full swing, I am joined by the joyful and delightful Kristoffer Hughes, certainly a helper of Father Christmas himself.  We talk about the beautiful Yuletide/Midwinter Tarot he created with the gorgeous artwork of Erin O'Leary Brown.  This delighful and festive deck is sure to reach through the divinatory veil and bring forth messages of great meaning.  The deck includes images from folklore of Europe and a fully illustrated minor arcana adapting the Rider-Waite-Smith style to fit the wintery theme.  With figures like the Mari Lwyd, Saint Nicholas, Krampus, the Ghost of Christmas yet to be, Father Christmas, and more, you are sure to experience a Yuletide inspiration to remember with your readings during the season and year round.    Kristoffer explains his own experiences and inspirations that went in to crafting this tarot deck and we expand on a few of our favorite characters of the season.  Join us for a truly enjoyable chat.  Follow Kristoffer on Facebook: @kristoffer.hughes and Instagram: @kristofferdruid and follow Llewllyn Books. You can get the deck from Llewellyn directly or from your favorite bookshop or seller.  Use my special link to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Follow my channel on Instagram: @wyrdgifts1 Facebook: @GiftsoftheWyrd Email: giftsofthwyrd@gmail.com Order The Christmast Oracle Deck created by me and artist Vinnora at https://feniksshop.etsy.com follow FB/IG: @thechristmasoracle Please leave feedback on Apple and other podcast providers. This helps the podcast to be found easier. Music.  Intro: Holiday Hustle. Outgoing/transitions: The Night Before Christmas. Royalty free music from https://www.fesliyanstudios.com  Please do not add this audio content to the YouTube Content ID System. I have used background music which is owned by FesliyanStudios. Logo Created by Xan Folmer.  Logo based on the Vanic boar created by Vanatru Priestess Ember of the Vanic Conspiracy. Studio recordings by Zencastr and Audacity.

Welcome to The Tarot Table, the podcast where we explore the mystical world of tarot, delve into the secrets of the cards, and talk about all things spiritual with a no-nonsense, no-BS lens. I'm your host, Miriam Rachel, psychic medium and tarot reader, author of Overcoming Echoism with Tarot: Using Tarot for Boundary Setting and Stopping People-Pleasing, and freelance writer. I am so glad you are here as you are listening to the pilot episode!What to Expect From the Tarot TableWhat will you expect from The Tarot Table? Well, I have a lot of cool stuff planned. You know you will get so many goods on tarot! Yes, I will sometimes talk about individual tarot cards, but not in order, and they will be randomly chosen based on significant events or life themes that are relevant at a time. So, I will not discuss all 78 cards for 78 weeks in their order. So, don't expect me to talk about the Fool next week, the Magician the week after, and so on. I will, however, be writing about that on my Substack soon, which I will announce at the end. I will also cover a lot of mystical content, in general, and I will constantly point out the problems with the New Age community, the harsh realities of spiritual bypassing, and toxic positivity. Oh yes, and I will also talk a lot about mental health! Because that is one topic that needs to come up often nowadays, the stigma of mental illness keeps getting smashed. Eventually, likely not long after the New Year, I will start interviewing awesome guests while tying their connection to the tarot card that best fits them! Like anything else, this podcast will evolve the way it is meant to evolve over time, which will be exciting to see!Now that I have that covered, why should you even listen to anything I say? Hey, you don't have to listen to a thing I say! That is your choice. Only know I am the Queen of Swords because I tell you how it is! I don't tell you what you want to hear. As I said, I only share a no-BS approach to spirituality. As someone who has faced a lot of scapegoating, bullying, and other trauma throughout most of my life, I have been forced to dig within and stop people-pleasing and become authentic. A Little About MeI came into this world with a lot of karma to balance, and I see that now, but the energy I came into this world was highly sensitive, and that is why I was a bully and scapegoating target. Because of that, I became an echoist, which is a pathological people-pleaser. I explain much of that in my book, but I did reach a point where I had no choice but to shed my echoism. And here I am, speaking the truth and calling out the BS that needs to be called out in the New Age community regarding societal problems.  However, I have always been drawn to life's spiritual aspects and mysteries. After the birth of my daughter in 2002, I began learning astrology and tarot, and it all grew from there! In 2006, I received my astrology certification through Samuel F. Reynolds, who has an astrology school. However, I do fewer astrology readings today than I did back then. Though, at times, over the years, due to burnout and poor mental health, I did break from it, it is very much a part of me now. Now you know a  little bit about what to expect with this podcast and a little bit about me, let's dig into the world of tarot! Since this is the pilot, let's go over the history!The History of TarotDid you know the tarot started in 15th-century Europe, mainly Italy and France? Theories suggest that tarot cards were initially used as playing cards in various card games. The earliest known tarot decks were hand-painted and consisted of four suits, similar to modern playing cards, with additional trump cards. These trump cards eventually evolved into the major arcana, the most recognizable and symbolic cards in a tarot deck.However, from their inception around the 17th century in France, tarot cards were used for divination purposes. It is believed that the cards were used by fortune-tellers and occult practitioners to gain insight into the future or to provide guidance and advice.In the late 18th century, tarot cards gained popularity among occultists and esoteric societies, such as the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn. These groups developed elaborate systems of interpretation and symbolism for the tarot cards, greatly influencing the modern understanding and use of tarot.During the 20th century, tarot cards became more widely known and used for divination and self-reflection. The Rider-Waite-Smith tarot deck, created by Arthur Edward Waite and Pamela Colman Smith in 1909, is one of today's most influential and widely used tarot decks. This deck introduced new imagery and symbolism, becoming standard in many tarot decks.Since then, tarot has continued to evolve and gain popularity, with countless variations and interpretations of the cards. I have my Penguin deck based on Rider-Waite, which I created in 2020 since I have always loved penguins. Today, tarot is widely used for self-reflection, personal growth, creativity, and divination by individuals from various spiritual and esoteric backgrounds.Now you have it! I will talk to you again next Friday. Don't forget to subscribe to my Substack! Follow me on Medium at msmir.medium.com, and check out my site at miriamreadstarot.com and my Instagram. Next week, I will discuss tarot cards with similar meanings but subtle differences, such as Lovers and Two of Cups! I will have you thinking of that one! Until then, ciao for now.  Get full access to Miriam Reads Tarot at miriamreadstarot.substack.com/subscribe

This episode is our single card tarot forecast for November 22nd - December 21st 2023. 1 card for the spirit in which to move through things. This episode may have more weight or significance if you are a Sagittarius native and have your sun, rising and or moon in this sign. Sagittarius in the Tarot, in the Major Arcana - is represented by The Temperance card - In the traditional Rider Waite Smith deck it's depicted by an angel, not just any angel this is the archangel Micheal with one foot in a stream of water and one foot on earth, pouring water from one chalice to another. There's a sunny glowing crown in the background, and our angel has a full expanse of red wings with an orange triangle with the point facing upward on its chest/gown. This card traditionally offers us a move from the unconscious emotional space (the foot in the water) to grounded 3D expression of the unconscious (the foot on the earth) with a new horizon of perspectives (the glowing crown) the flow of water between cups offers a harmony in the flow of ideas, inspiration, and emotions as well as spiritual connection. This card says alchemy is at hand. That we are more protected than we know - Micheal is the kitchen sink of archangels, a warrior guardian to call in when we may not know any other angels - it says we are more protected than we know in the changes and healing we want to move into. Temperance calls to balance but it's not so pedantic - it's about past and future and how we create balance with them, in this moment. This card has always offered me, my readings, and my community as a time of transformation, if and when we can take out emotional and energetic lessons/healing/shadows and work with them differently than ever before. It's a time to explore new perspectives, habits, and tactics to move forward in ways we've not been able to before. It's about being willing to be wrong. To admit mistakes and truly move forward fresh and free. Sagittarius seeks liberation at all costs. Temperance asks us to balance our karma by intellectual exploration that's put into action. Want a different outcome? Do it differently. It offers magic in the functional practical doing. Temperance is so much the epitome of finding our current balance of practical and magical . It fuses the personal and celestial words. Divine energy can actually touch down in the 3D world. In this cycle you may discover you are more than you ever dreamed. It's a time when your soul personality can fuse into physical form when anchored in self love and faith + relationship to the divine cosmic expanse. Temperance is number 14 in the deck 4+1 = 5 the number of change Sagittarius, as an energy of the zodiac always, offers us: The magic of education and philosophical exploration. It asks what IF and leaves an opening for unknown and new answers. Healing the wounds of worthiness, confidence, and manifestation, The power of the pull back for tension in order to get our arrow to fly to our bullseye goal. The power of enthusiasm to get us started and carry us through. The challenge of laying foundations and getting enthusiasm focused. The focus for manifesting bigger in our lives. Honor Sag this cycle with a short trip. Think road trip or hike. Horseback riding, a workout of any kind but particularly those that focus on the lower body, thighs, and glutes, documentaries, podcasts, books, classes, tutorials. It's time to open and expand your mind. Explore the possibilities and potential that you have never known prior. Sagittarius is a mutable fire sign - adaptable - in the suites of the Tarot - Fire is represented by wands - this is the element of willpower, creativity, and inspiration. It's unpredictable, hot, and wild. And in imbalance it's an illusion, a non-constructive ego that only says me first, it can be impulsive, and seriously lack direction or purpose, and even have us in feelings of meaningless. The imbalance of Sagittarius is foot in mouth, crass, moving too fast too soon and simply creating chaos for chaos' sake with burnout and exhaustion that puts you in the worst confusion and mind spiral. Fire is primal. It's also the element of magic. Transformation. Change. Alchemy. Fire is considered the seed through which all life springs. It's creative life force. Want more Scorpio insight: UnicornWellnessStudio.com members have an offering in their membership library - in the Astrology section - titled Zodiac Basics: Sagittarius Other episodes you'll enjoy: EP 45: Fall & Libra Season 2023 Energy Forecast EP 46: Fall & Libra Season 2023 Tarot Forecast Follow and DM on IG @tandy_gutierrez Get my Newsletter here. Be my guest for 30-days on UnicornwellnessStudio.com. Explore booking a personal reading in 2024 here. Explore all my offerings at UnicornWellnessStudio.com

This week the 8 of cups has us in a mood. Go out and spend some time in nature, but don't be too hard on yourself if you're not measuring up. Take stock of where you are and then put some plans into action with the exuberance of the Knight of Wands. Sarah is using the traditional Rider-Waite-Smith deck. Links: Instagram ⁠⁠⁠https://Instagram.com/sarah_thibault⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/thesidewoo⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Art Date Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://artdate.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@the.side.woo⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thesidewoo/message

Your girls are B A C K! After a long hiatus, we go straight into the good stuff - a new series! Using the Rider Waite Smith deck we cover the symbolism and meaning of each card from the Ace of Cups to the King of Cups. Of course we start with the longest catch up ever, so feel free to skip to almost an hour in to get witchy. We missed y'all and are so happy to be back in the groove!Support the show

This episode is our single card tarot forecast for October 23rd through November 22nd 2023. 1 card for the spirit in which to move through things. This episode may have more weight or significance if you are a Scorpio native and have your sun, rising and or moon in this sign. Scorpio in the Tarot, in the Major Arcana - is represented by The Death card - In the traditional Rider Waite Smith deck it's depicted by a skeleton in knights armor, riding a white horse, carrying a black flag with a white rose and 5 ears of white corn, 4 human figures, a child, 2 adults, one dead, and one bishop…all looking up at the figure of death on the horse. It's one of the few cards people truly fear in a reading. It's one of the cards that perpetuates untrue myths about the tarot. The death card doesn't literally mean death, tho it can and is clearly connected to tales of the four horsemen of the apocalypse…it's allegory and myth and symbolism. It teaches us that endings are a part of life and necessary. That we cannot avoid of skip them. That we must learn to flow with them and embrace them and simply make our way through. Look them straight in the eye, process them. Experience them. Work through them. Rather than pretend they aren't happening, disassociate, deflect, or flat out reject them . Acceptance is key with this card. What is happening IS happening. Best to not be surprised, or confused or waste time ‘wishing' it wasn't happening. IT IS. NOW WHAT? This is the card of winter - as a season. It says die off, letting go, and endings are necessary and generate fertile compost, healthy soil for new things come spring. It's a time and card of processing. What has worked in the past year(s), what didn't work, what has never worked, what do you want to keep, what should you keep doing, what do you need to let go of or walk away from regardless of want or comfort. This card has always offered me, my readings, and my community the depth of the magical, healing and transformational energy of the dark goddesses.Lilith, Hekate, and Kali. In the dark is where healing happens. In the dark is where all life/creative endeavors are borne. This is the essence of the witch - in the darkness we know our true empowerment. It's the number 13 - the number of the goddess, the number of moon cycles every year, also the number of the amount of moon cycles those with uterus' typically experience. This card is deeply connected to the cycles of life - and of creative life force. It does represent endings. It says digging in the shadows, the dark, in death, mourning, and loss are necessary fodder for rebirth, creation, and new life. Scorpio, as an energy of the zodiac, offers us: The power of trust through vulnerability Healing subconscious and unconscious wounds Shadow work The benefit of making friends with death, sex, and the occult….anything hidden or unseen reveals for healing Honor Scorpio with a tarot reading, a trusted therapist or a leap of faith in trying to work with one, gett witchier….whatever that means to you, delve into your shadows for shadow work, share the stories we would rather be hidden in safe spaces, create celebrations of life, honoring those who have passed, ancestry and friends, or simply humans we've never known but honor their transition, knowing it is a part of the cycle of this life experience. Lean into endings, grief, mourning, and loss. Scorpio season is a time to plot your epic rebirth, come spring. Scorpio is a fixed water sign - in the suites of the Tarot - Water is represented by cups - this is the element of emotions, feelings, psychic healing, channeling, and the connection to spirit/source. The imbalance of Scorpio is super shady…it wants revenge and destruction and pain of others.It wants someone to pay - it wants retribution for their hurts. It wants to avoid feeling any hurt and often responsibility. The imbalance resists emotional growth and would rather kill itself then feel pain or emotional responsibility. It can look and feel like anger and rage….remember that anger can be sacred and is honored here - it is also just really loud sadness…so if we can get curious in the triggers we experience - and dial back to the origin pain point, we can turn the imbalance into balance through healing. Water is an element that can take over and flood everything. And in a water season we need to remember, on the regular, that feelings are incredible data points, they matter, and they are valid but they are not always facts. Get diligent about getting curious in your own strong feelings to see if they are really facts and how they can be worked with for the better ... .rather than get stuck or sunk in them or flood others with them. Want more Scorpio insight: UnicornWellnessStudio.com members have an offering in their membership library - in the Astrology section - titled Zodiac Basics: Scorpio Other episodes you'll enjoy: EP 47: BONUS Witch History with Katy Hearne-Church - The Lineage of Elizabeth Woodville EP 48: Scorpio Season 2023 Energy Forecast & Deep Dive The deck I used in today's reading is The Nightmare Before Christmas Tarot Get my Mo(on)day newsletter here. 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Ready for a petrifying adventure that takes us deep into the Pacific Northwest's eerie mysteries? Prepare for a bone-chilling expedition into the unknown as we uncover one of the many macabre mysteries of the Pacific Northwest. We delve into the enigma of Portland's very own Hell House. It's a tale that is as horrifying as it is bewildering. As we unearth the unsolved puzzles woven into the eerie fabric of a possibly haunted house in SE Portland, we'll share how it is linked to a sinister string of tragedies. Back in 1989, a tragic incident left an indelible mark on history when 34-year-old mother Vicki Lynn took the lives of her two young children and then her own. We'll also shine a spotlight on Lawrence W. Moore, a notorious gunman - this aspect of our exploration is all but certain to send shivers down your spine. Our journey doesn't end there as we delve further still into the grim history the Portland home.Adding to the spine-tingling horror, this residence has been the backdrop to yet another in a series of unsettling events and tragedies including the murder of Martha Browning Bryant Crouch, a midwife who fell prey to the serial killer Caesar Francisco Barone.This week we're sharing a promo for Serial Napper!--------- EPISODE KEYWORDS ---------Pacific Northwest, PNW, Portland, Southeast, Moreland, Oregon, Cutsforth Family, Oregon Museum Tavern, Lawrence W. Moore, Martha Browning Bryant Crouch, Serial Killer, Caesar Francisco Barone, Hell House, Spooky, Basement, Haunted, Chalices, Tarot Reading, Rider Waite Smith. If you're enjoying our podcast, please consider leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts. It helps get us seen by more creepy people just like you! Stay connected with us for more creepy content. Visit our website! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, & more! If you have any true crime, paranormal, or witchy stories you'd like to share with us & possibly have them read (out loud) on an episode, email us at pnwhauntsandhomicides@gmail.com or use this link. There are so many ways that you can support the show: BuyMeACoffee, Apple Podcasts or the Buzzsprout Subscription Feature, or by leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.Pastebin: for sources. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5955451/advertisementThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5955451/advertisement

Mauricio y Pablo te invitan a explorar el enigmático mundo de los Arcanos Menores del Tarot en este episodio exclusivo. Adéntrate en las cartas que a menudo pasan desapercibidas y descubre su potencial transformador en tus lecturas. Este episodio está cuidadosamente diseñado para ayudarte a comprender a fondo los Arcanos Menores, ya sea que uses el mazo de Marsella o el Rider-Waite-Smith, y para inspirarte a emplearlos con confianza en tu práctica de Tarot. ¡Prepárate para enriquecer tus habilidades y profundizar tu conexión con el Tarot!

Welcome to Septmeber, witches. We've got your monthly tarot forecast for you in this episode, featuring the Seasons of the Witch Mabon Deck, plus some Rider Waite Smith wisdom.Then we're discussing the history and significance of Maiden Mother Crone energy. We explore how you can access all three facets of goddess energy throughout your life, and how you can empower yourself through embracing the villified chrone.Then Louise is so so excited to finally have access to The Chani App for Android, and Renee randomly launched a new tarot offering perfect for business owners who want to bring a bit of soul to their service.For complete show notes and links, go to awesomeon20.com/episode117Follow Renee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Renee_awesomeon20/Follow Louise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Louise_awesomeon20/Support the showCheck out the latest workshop offerings from the STC Witchcraft Academy for both online workshops and in-person circles in the Glasgow, Scotland area.Find all your favorite recipes and witch tips at Awesome on 20 Kitchen Magick.Book a tarot reading or receive spiritual guidance from Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching. Join our Coven of Awesomeness Facebook group open to everyone.

This episode is our single card tarot forecast for August 23rd - September 22nd 2023. One card for the spirit in which to move through things. This episode may have more weight or significance if you are a Virgo native and have your sun, rising and or moon in this sign. Virgo in the Tarot, in the Major Arcana - is represented by The Hermit card - In the traditional Rider Waite Smith deck it's depicted by a human with a long white beard in a cloak head bowed holding a lit lantern in front of them with one hand with a grounded staff in the other. The card is marked as number 9 - but it's actually the 10th card and this alone is interesting Nine is the number of karmic closures and cycles ending. It's another turning point of leveling up. This time moving us into wisdom. It says, you've come this far..do you want to go farther? Are you moving and navigating from your internal soul compass or are you continually seeking outside direction? Ten is about fresh starts and new beginnings. Again, are we going farther? Or have we paused on the path? Are we following good advice - ours and trusted teachers - or are we stuck? Very classically The hermit is known as the teacher, that goes off alone into the woods to meditate, pray, daydream, wander, rest, nap, channel, journal… but always with the intention of coming back to community and society to put into practice the insights gleaned while alone. We think of hermit and we think alone. This is an entirely yes AND situation. The Hermit has us doing all the things. Recruiting mentors and teachers, taking time alone to meditate, cutting out the noise of the world and other voices and opinions, in order to know our own. It also has us exploring other voices and opinions in order to stay pliable and flexible and fluid in our knowledge. Life and its mysteries are ever mutating, so must our relationship with it. The Hermit can have us feeling lost in the liminal space. The hermit is epic quiet and stillness. It is grounding. It is centering. It may feel like magic has abandoned you. And yet, it's the time our magic and connection to the mystical is expanding at a rate we've not known prior. This is mysticism itself. The great unknown. The ever unfurling path and adventure. The hermit welcomes us into a place of not repeating the past by working our experiences into wisdom and moving forward rather than sitting in the middle of the path looking back. It hikes up the mountain, only to come back down. Knowing that every retreat generates the next advance. This card is deep and yummy with all the presence of Hekate - cause the lantern, the path, the quiet - she says I'll guide you, I won't leave you alone, I'll light the way, I'll show you the path, and when the time is right I'll hand you the keys to the doors and gates on your adventure but I won't do it for you. You have to do the doing. Hekate is mostly a silent guide. She says you're strong enough. You're smart enough, You're magical enough YOU decide. Make a decision. Which way do you want to go? …See why Magical Mentoring always starts in Virgo season? I'm called to share the hermit invocation I wrote for my Magical Mentees many moons ago - consider this an invocation for the season: I understand at times I must walk a solitary path. That I must move through loneliness in order to value being alone. I take action on recruiting teachers and mentors to expand me, to connect me to my own channel. I willingly marry myself to the path of healing and expansion. I know that I have everything I need. I know I am at the point on the path I'm supposed to be. I am not late. I am not too early. I am learning. I am present in this moment. I pause I think I ponder I remember and I imagine what has never been. I value the timing to be my own guiding light. I commit to the light I become simply by shining. My existence is modeled behavior of magic and divinity. I don't have to speak. I feel. I know. I trust. And then I take action. I am integrity in expression. I am ever learning and exploring. I am sovereign in my own beliefs, and hold space for that in others. I am the combination of all experiences in this lifetime so far. I live from a place of knowing all and knowing nothing all at the same time. I am the synthesis of not repeating that which does not work. I am the mystic that knows this is the matrix. I am the witch of the woods that knows we enter and exit this lifetime alone. I am everything and nothing. I am the hermit. Want more Virgo insight: UnicornWellnessStudio.com members have an offering in their membership library - in the Astrology section - titled Zodiac Basics: Virgo Read all about Group Magical Mentoring here. Schedule your 1:1 exploration call with me for Group Magical Mentoring here. Other episodes you'll enjoy: EP 43: Virgo Season 2023 Deep Dive and Energetic Forecast EP 42: BONUS Hot Witches Summer and Black Moon Lilith in Leo EP 41: BONUS Magical mentoring form the inside with Dionna Eshleman and Keli Lyn Jewel The deck I used in today's reading is Britt's Third Eye Tarot Get my Mo(on)day newsletter here. Follow me on IG @tandy_gutierrez Find me Facebook @unicornwellnessstudio Activate one-time 30-day guest access to UnicornWellnessStudio.com here Email me at tandy@unicornwellnessstudio.com to book a personal tarot reading. Availability beginning February 2024.

Welcome back to the Manor!  Join us as we lay out our Tarot cards to do some spooky readings!  If we're accurate, hopefully it won't actually be all that spooky.  This episode, we're doing more background to get us to Jimmy Page and the occult, with the history of the Tarot.  Join us as we talk about the first known decks, get deep into the history of the best known Rider-Waite-Smith deck, talk about our own favorite decks, what spreads we like to do, and more!  Light your pipe and pour your pint, it's time to light the lights! Next week's episode is more on D&D, in which we talk about our personal favorite campaign settings, alignments, and editions, as we get ready for next year's 50th anniversary of Dungeons and Dragons. Get in touch with us at Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-4pksr-a17e1a Or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twinterrorsmacabremanormeadmetalmayhe/ Or on twitter: @Terrors_Manor On Instagram: @macabremanormeadmetalmayhem You can also find our podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, and I Heart Radio; pretty much wherever fine (and our) podcasts are aired. Image courtesy of

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Leo Season 2023 Tarot Forecast This episode is our single card tarot forecast for July 22nd - August 23rd 2023. 1 card for the spirit in which to move through things. This episode may have more weight or significance if you are a Leo native and have your sun, rising and or moon in this sign. Leo in the Tarot, in the Major Arcana - is represented by The Strength card - In the traditional Rider Waite Smith deck it's depicted by a goddess petting a lion - this card offers us an energy of a true midway point on the spectrum. It's most traditionally placed as the 8th card - movement, circulation, empowerment, the balance of humanity and divinity, this is a focus on ourselves - It says, you can attain your wants through will power….. IF and when we can make peace between our constructive AND non constructive ego. It greatly contributes out our personal magic and capacity to manifest/goal get/ and heal. The lion on this card is symbolism for the non-constructive ego. It is an expression of the patriarchal, toxic masculinity… a me, myself, and I - only - focus. It gives ‘I'll have exactly what I want, by force….all others be damned' mood. This is an imbalanced expression of the Lion, of leo …all ego. The constructive ego is represented by the goddess, the creatrix energy, divine life force, unconditional love of the rose energy, the divine feminine… aspects of ourselves.. The Strength card says, if we can tame our human 3D ego, our inner monsters, OR more commonly known as our shadows… …..when we can learn to love our shadows but not let them lead… When we figure out how to move through the world with compassion, acceptance, grace, and self love….we then step into our true power and are able to weather or navigate any storm. We are then able to heal through anything no matter how long it might take…and the quieter, more gentle steps we take towards it, are rewarded. This card offers that the other side of the journey is worth the scratches and bites we might experience in our efforts to calm…but also respect the wild, fierce power of our primal life force energy. When we calm and care for our shadows, they can actually serve us when we might need to call on them to protect and hunt. It says make friends with rage and anger, know when to unleash it for protection, change, and transformation. AND this card has always offered me, my readings, and my community the energy of Lilith. This is a longer conversation that I may offer in a separate episode but think using your voice for visibility, consideration, and equity AND roaring, setting boundaries, and protecting yourself with fierce pride through integrity says it all. Leo, as an energy of the zodiac, offers us: Healed wounds of worthiness, Unshakable self pride, Tangible love for others, Protection of those we love, Protection and connection to our inner child, A life lived out loud, shamelessly. Joy Honor Leo with play, pleasure, empowerment, all the sparkle, shine, bravado, selfies, and a dash of YOLO. Leo is a fixed fire energy - In the suites of the Tarot - Fire is represented by wands - this is the element of magic, manifestation, willpower, enthusiasm, creativity, and playfulness. Leo energy is also anger, frustration, and rage. Please take note that these are a part of the human spectrum of emotion and experience, they are all a part of the healing process, they are important and can be very powerful for change. We've mostly, as a culture only experienced anger as violence but it can also be massive cathartic change that says never again, not on my watch ... .not today patriarchy. Fire…is alchemy that transforms…raw food turns into a warm meal - dough turns into bread - at the end of the day it's super creative magic - fire turns things from what you don't want to what you do…because you will it so. This energy could feel like to ‘too's' too much, too driven, too feisty, too fast…perhaps too much hustle - there's still a flag for burnout here….because…fire….if you're sensitive to fire…if people being proud and big and out front living their best shameless life triggers you…there is curiosity here to delve into - where are you hiding? Where are you holding yourself back? Where does the unconscious internalized patriarchy have you thinking quieter, pleasing, and smaller is better? I love me some leo season, as a leo rising, but this year has some additional considerations to it with the energetics of a Venus going RX in Leo July 22 - Chiron stationing Rx July 23rd…the nodes have just recently shifted resetting a macrocycle tone for the next 18 months (they shifted into Libra and Aries) + Mercury enters it's Rxshade. And as I record this episode I can't help but think of Greta Gerwig's Barbie movie that comes out July 21, 2023…for this Venus rx in Leo adventure…from the write ups and director there's twists that honestly, I am super excited and on board for…now I may change my tune after seeing it, but based on the director alone... this feminist is IN. If the Barbie movie doesn't say Venus rx in Leo,I don't know what does. UnicornWellnessStudio.com members also have an offering in their library - in the Astrology section - titled Zodiac Basics: Leo Article about the Barbie movie mentioned in this episode: Them: This Queer- Favorite Classic Movie Inspired Greta Gerwig's Barbie Other episodes you'll enjoy: EP 39: Leo Season 2023 Energy Forecast + Deep Dive the partner episode right before this one. EP 36: Summer Season 2023 Energy Forecast

The Magician tarot card is Key I in the major arcana, and it's traditionally associated with manifestation, creativity, and ingenuity. In the Rider-Waite-Smith tarot, The Magician is depicted as a powerful figure standing before the four symbols of the tarot suits: pentacles, cups, swords, and wands. This demonstrates that he has everything he needs to actualize his visions and dreams. He points a wand to the sky and his finger to the ground, symbolizing the popular occult maxim "As above, so below." He is a conduit that harnesses the power of the heavens and channels it into earthly creation. He is the genius of humankind. The Magician in the Genius Garden Tarot is just as clever and resourceful as the Magician in the RWS, but he recognizes a different source of his power--himself. He doesn't point upwards to a supreme deity that reigns on high. Rather, he recognizes god in everything, and everything as an equal manifestation of that divine power. He harnesses the power with him to levitate the symbols of the four suits, demonstrating the mastery and ease with which he wields them. Have Reading Tarot Intuitively delivered to your inbox (it's free!): https://jessihuntenburg.com/reading-tarot-intuitively-a-free-audio-workbook-journey/ As a student of Reading Tarot Intuitively, you will learn:

The Rider-Waite-Smith deck has been known as the preeminent Tarot deck that first illustrated the entire Minor Arcana along with a re-imagining of the Major Arcana that has influenced hundreds of deck on the market today. This podcast interviews Weiser author and editor Judika Illes and researcher/artist/designer Kathryn Sky-Peck about their recently released Weiser Tarot that features Pamela "Pixie" Colman Smith's original line art with freshly watercolor painted cards. The Weiser Tarot presents a fresh face that embraces figures on a varying spectrum of skin tone and gender orientation. The creators' process with this landmark deck inspires all of us to come to this antiquated deck with fresh eyes and to "examine each card one by one, prior to considering the interpretations of others." The 78 pieces of art, originally drawn by Smith, "open our intuition and imagination to explore our hearts and minds" (Illes 2022). More about Judika Illes: Born in New York City, Judika Illes is a lifelong lover, student, and practitioner of the magickal arts. She is the author of numerous books devoted to magic spells, witchcraft, saints, spirits, and the paranormal including the best-selling Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells and Encyclopedia of Spirits. Her other books include Pure Magic: A Complete Course in Spellcasting, Magic When You Need It, Encyclopedia of Witchcraft, and Daily Magic, a perpetual calendar of spells, rituals, and feasts. Judika is also the curator of two books of occult fiction. Someday she will publish some occult fiction of her own. Judika is a certified aromatherapist and has been a professional tarot card reader since 1988. Judika has worked as an editor for Weiser Books since 2015. Before that, she worked for The Witches' Almanac.  She teaches about spell-casting and other topics in the US, internationally, and virtually. Her website is under construction, but Judika is easily found on-line at Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorJudikaIlles  Instagram: @judikailles and Twitter: @JudikaIlles More about Kathryn Sky-Peck: Kathryn Sky-Peck has been a life-long student of the esoteric arts. Currently Creative Director at Red Wheel/Weiser, she has been with Weiser books off and on since 1981 when she first began working with the publisher. She is an award-winning poet, a fine artist, and—when the grace of youth allowed it—a modern dancer. She sees all these art forms interconnected, finding color and movement in words and music in poetry. She has been the sole proprietor of Sky Peck Design for the last 27 years, where she maintains a select group of clients, most notably The Witches Almanac and Ibis Press. In her role as book development director at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, she authored Who Has Seen the Wind? and The Poet's Delay, both compilations of poetry based on the museum's art collection. She loves the anonymity of being in the background, from where she's had the honor to work with, support, and learn from some of the occult world's best-known authors. Not on social media, she lives at the edge of a New England wood with her cat Milo.

The Fool tarot card is the first in the major arcana, fittingly assigned key 0. It represents new beginnings, potential, adventure, and the hero's journey through life. In the Rider-Waite Smith tarot deck, the Fool is depicted as a carefree traveller with a modest load and a little white dog as his only companion. The rose in his hand represents innocence, and the cliff he carelessly approaches represents the unknown future that awaits him. The Fool is often seen as naive, innocent, and unaware of the potential dangers that lie ahead on his journey, which explains the look of blissful contentment he wears. The Fool in the Genius Garden Tarot is the wise fool, brave and willing to take life's knocks. They have travelled over many peaks and through many valleys, and they leap into the unknown knowing full well that they'll face difficulty along the way. The wise fool represents faith, trust, and joie de vivre--for them, the journey is the destination. In both cases, the Fool tarot card is associated with taking risks, stepping into the unknown, and embracing uncertainty. In a reading, it suggests that the time has come to let go of fear and to trust in oneself and in the journey ahead, no matter what it may bring. Have Reading Tarot Intuitively delivered to your inbox (it's free!): https://jessihuntenburg.com/reading-tarot-intuitively-a-free-audio-workbook-journey/ As a student of Reading Tarot Intuitively, you will learn:

Stefanie Caponi (she/her) is a Colorado-based astrologer, tarot reader, illustrator, and best-selling author of Guided Tarot, Guided Tarot for Teens, and the newly released Guided Tarot Box Set which includes a copy of Guided Tarot and a 78 card Rider Waite Smith tarot deck. Her work is centered around exploring shadow work, healing, and creativity using tarot and astrology as a…Read more →

This is Five and Nine, a podcast and newsletter at the crossroads of magic, work and economic justice. Welcome to Season 3, Episode 1.You can find us on Apple, Spotify, Google and Instagram.Enjoying the show? Consider buying us a virtual cup of coffee. Subscribe now for just $6 per month, to get access to our paid programming.SummaryWe talk about this season's theme, which is about rest, and why it's so hard to make time for it. We also share our favorite yoga poses and our love for Everything Everywhere All At Once — even if not everyone understands the movie. And we highlight our new class on tarot for writers, and why you need to help us take our first skiing trip.This is the Season 3 premiere of Five and Nine, and this season is all about rest. In a time of extended crisis, permacrisis and polycrisis, taking time to decompress is not just a benefit but a necessity. Learning to slow down, reflect and make space for expansive thinking is part of what makes rest so sweet but also so elusive. Grab a blanket, turn down the lights, and turn up Five and Nine this season to hear new perspectives on the age old practice of reflection, rejuvenation and recovery.ResourcesFrom Our Hosts* Rest is Resistance, by Tricia Hersey* Craft in the Real World, Matthew Salesses* Turn Down For What music video, directed by the Daniels* Ocean Vuong on being unfathomableTarot Cards Discussed* 10 of Wands* 4 of SwordsMusic* Episode: A rag-time episode, composed by Paul Eno and performed by Fred Van Eps, 1911.New Class! Tarot for Writers: Unlocking Creative Pathways Through Intuitive ToolsA new Five and Nine class series starting at $100.00. Listeners can use code TAROT for a 10% discount on the full course.Did you know that the Rider Waite Smith deck, one of the most popular tarot decks in the world, was designed by a struggling artist, editor and writer, Pamela Colman Smith? Tarot has been a guide and tool for creatives for hundreds of years to help unlock new pathways of thinking and making.In this 4-part class, we'll look at the history of tarot; workshop how to use tarot for creative production, from exploring the history of characters to identifying the best way forward in one's writing career; and do a few practice readings with each other.This course is meant to be practical, and participants should bring a chapter- or article-length work that they can hone in on for the course. Participants will come out of the course with a beginner's writing practice and finessed piece, along with a tarot writing toolkit that includes a series of monthly and daily spreads they can use, a short overview of tarot, and readings for future self-guided study. Join An Xiao (Ana) Mina, Xiaowei R. Wang and Dorothy R. Santos of Five and Nine, a podcast and media production collective operating at the intersection of magic, work and economic justice for this class designed to help you unlock creative pathways. We're proud to be working with The Shipman Agency, a full service literary agency for writers.If you are unable to attend the course live, a recording will be made available to you afterward. All participants  who sign up for the full four-course class (including those who are only able to view the recordings)  get:* A sticker for Five and Nine, a podcast about magic, work and economic justice produced by the course teachers* A printed Five and Nine moon calendar for 2023* PSST Quaranzine, artist Helen Shewolfe Tseng's participatory workbook zine of prompts, rituals and tarot exercises* A complimentary subscription to Five and NineEnjoying the show? You can support us in three ways:* Subscribe now for just $6 per month and get access to our paid programming. This podcast is always free, but paid subscribers will get access to special content. Your generous support also helps cover our costs, which include honoraria for our guest speakers, software subscriptions and our time. With enough support, we'll also be able to bring back written transcripts for the show.* Recommend this show to others. Do you know anyone who you think might enjoy this podcast? Send them a link. Ask them to tune in. You can send them snippets of our shows on Instagram, at @fiveandnine_podcast.* Leave us a review on Apple or Spotify. Reviews help bring visibility and credibility to indie podcasts like ours and help people know what to expect when tuning in.Five and Nine is a podcast and newsletter at the crossroads of magic, work and economic justice. We publish “moonthly” — every new moon

Tarot cards are a powerful tool which offer a snapshot of the current energy of your life  in the present moment. They can help reflect back to us perspectives and answers about our lives when we are unclear or stuck. This interesting interview includes an overview of Tarot with its history and the meanings of the Minor Arcana cards (Ace through Ten, Paige, Knight, Queen and King cards get broken down). Also discussed is the meaning of the suites: cups, pentacles, wands and swords, and the most important thing to consider when giving or receiving a tarot reading. This episode ends with an uplifting meditation. SHOW NOTES: “Bhakti” is loving devotion and being of service to others in that devotion with this practice.  Tarot cards are a powerful tool and a snapshot of the current energy of your life is in the present moment. Where is the energy stuck in our lives and where is it flowing? Which people and circumstances in our lives might we need to engage with more fully and which ones would benefit from taking a step back from? Discussed is some history about Tarot Cards and the “Original Deck” that is most widely used in the Western world today called the Rider-Waite-Smith deck. Detailed is the general meaning of the suites: cups, pentacles, wands and swords. The meanings of each of the Minor Arcana cards (Ace through Ten, Paige, Knights, Queen and King cards) are gone through at length in addition to the more “challenging” cards of this hefty part of the deck. Also mentioned is the single most important thing to consider when giving or receiving a tarot reading. This interview episode ends with an uplifting meditation. Guest Michel McQueen: @saintlytarotmystic ✨HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT!: The doors for the Modern Mystic Membership are now open! Monthly Mystic Members get access to a library of over 100 tantric yoga, meditation & breathwork classes as well as short “Mystic Hack” videos which have topics including astrology, tarot cards, developing psychic abilities, grounding/protecting/growing your energy and more! Sampling of FREE videos on the elegant Mystic Membership platform:  modernmystic.love ✨Now offering one-on-one  Soul Psyche Mapping Astrology Readings. Book via (*This includes a copy of your birth chart and an audio recording of the session) modernmystic.love ✨Give it a 5 star, 1 line review on Apple Music (takes literally 2 min either from an iPhone or via the Apple Music store on all other devices) or on Spotify. This is HUGE as it helps get it heard more which supports the podcast. ✨Join conscious conversation & community in the Modern Mystic Podcast Private F-book Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/959629444823656/ ✨Get inspiring insights on IG: @modernmysticlove @mystickilkenny

Sagittarius Season Tarot Forecast and Energetic Deep Dive This episode we launch through the energy of Sagittarius season, November 22nd - December 21st, 2022, along with a single card tarot reading for the spirit in which to move through this time of year. THis cycle always brings new ideas, fresh ways of looking at things, but it can also have us off and running too soon with these ideas. This episode offers the balance of the practical and magical sides of this Sag season. Time to pull out your pen and take notes. The deck used in this reading is Surface Laser Tarot, a holographic variation on the Rider Waite Smith deck. Follow and DM me on IG @tandy_gutierrez Get The Unicorn Wellness Handbook here Email me at tandy@unicornwellnessstudio.com for a personal tarot reading (availability begins March 2023) Activate your 30-day guest access to UnicornWellnessStudio.com at https://www.unicornwellnessstudio.com/30-day-guest-access for a very special membership rate offer at the end of your free 30 days. Use code MSpa for a 1-month free premium subscription on the Newsly app at https://newsly.me

Author Judika Illes and Researcher/Designer Kathryn Sky-Peck join me to discuss the reasons why the Rider-Waite-Smith deck needed a fresh look. From the publisher's website: The Weiser Tarot is a new edition of the most popular and influential Tarot art ever created, the Rider-Waite-Smith deck, first published in 1909. The cards have been newly repainted—while, of course, preserving Pamela Colman Smith's original line art—creating a fresh, flowing aesthetic. Additionally, the cards provide Hebrew and astrological correspondences to the Major Arcana—not included in the original Rider-Waite-Smith deck—for those seekers who have interest in Qabalah and astrology. The Weiser Tarot was created to speak to your own personal Tarot needs and desires. Whether you are new to the Tarot or a seasoned card reader, you can use The Weiser Tarot for divination, fortune-telling, self-transformation, spellcasting, or any other purpose.

S02E02 - We continue our discussion of Tarot with some (hopefully interesting) digressions into Kabbalah and more. Show Notes: The "egg trick" - article by Joe Nickell The Sefirot "explained" - video (there are many of these and I don't know which are most accurate) Ultima IV (from the intro) The lovely art of the Rider Waite Smith deck (from Tartot.com) Kabbalah (wikipedia) The Sefirot (wikipedia) the tree of life of the Kabbalah An interesting video that explains the concepts in the Sefirot (there are MANY of these on YouTube and I'm not endorsing any of them - just sharing an example) Because this is a two-parter and I don't know who will catch only 1 part, I'm including the notes from part 1 here as well: Trick-Taking Games - card games where each round has a winner, usually seeking most points over the duration of multiple rounds. Playing card suits The Marseilles Deck (tarot.com) see also Wikipedia coverage. A lot of what we know about historical Tarot and its relationship to divination comes from Michael Dummett (1925 - 1911) an English philosopher and academic. The Game of Tarot: From Ferrara to Salt Lake City (1980) is out of print and way, way overpriced but you can read it on Scribd with a basic subscription. A brief history of Playing Cards and further reading on the same topic over at Britannica. A history of Cartomancy (wikipedia) Forms of Divination (wikipedia) What is a stripped deck? A history of Tarot cards (from Bicycle playing card company) Jean-Baptiste Alliette aka "Etteilla" (1738 - 1791) the Frenchman who "invented" the use of Tarot for divination and tied it to ancient Egypt (via a false history, prior to the Rosetta stone and rediscovery of how to read hieroglyphs from Egypt) He wrote a book called Etteilla, ou manière de se récréer avec un jeu de cartes ("Etteilla, or a Way to Entertain Yourself With a Deck of Cards") in 1770. Excerpt from Wikipedia: "In 1781 the French Swiss Protestant clergyman and occultist Antoine Court who named himself Court de Gébelin published in his massive work Le Monde primitif his idea that the Tarot was actually an ancient Egyptian book of arcane wisdom; his work included an essay by the Comte de Mellet who first called tarot cards the Book of Thoth and, crucially, claimed that the Egyptians used the cards for fortune-telling and described what purported to be their method of divination." Note: The key to unlocking ancient Egyptian (the Rosetta Stone) hadn't even been recovered yet so the idea that people are reading ancient Egyptian wisdom and using it to develop card divination to preserve some ancient wisdom is preposterous. The stone with its multiple languages repeating the same text was found in 1799 but wasn't translated until 1822. After the popularity of Court's book, Alliette quickly produces: Manière de se récréer avec le jeu de cartes nommées Tarots ("How to Entertain Yourself With the Deck of Cards Called Tarot") in 1785 Rider-Waite (Smith) Tarot Deck How to play the game Tarot (French style) A Wicked Pack of Cards: Origins of the Occult Tarot - by Michael Dummett and Ronald Decker U. S. Games Systems Inc. brought Tarot to America in 1967. Founder Stuart Kaplan (who passed away in 2021) spent a lot of time researching illustrator Pamela Coleman Smith and restoring her long overdue historical significance. Previous episodes on Western Esotericism Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Emily and Kate finish up their Tarot suit series and discuss the suit of Wands! They briefly touch on the history of the Rider Waite Smith tarot and then go over general meanings and interpretations of each Wands card. Then Emily pulls a card from her Moon Power tarot deck.