Episode 35 - Deconstructing the Celtic Cross
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In this episode, based on a listener request, we take on the Celtic Cross where we do an actual reading for the upcoming season and break down the positions and their meanings in the highly popular spread. Spring 2017 forecast - Celtic Cross The Cross Position 1: Situation - The Devil Position 2: Opportunity/Challenge - Knight of Swords Position 3: Subconscious/Foundation - The Hanged Man Position 4: Immediate Past - Judgement Position 5: SuperEgo/Ideal Outcome - Ace of Cups Position 6: Immediate Future - Ten of Swords The Wand Position 7: The Ego/Self - The Empress...
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Episode 34 - The Magic(k) of Tarot
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In this episode we discuss the correlation between Tarot and magic(k). Are there magical properties to Tarot? Can Tarot be employed for spellcasting or manifestation? == Useful Info == Tarot Spells with Sasha Graham - BiddyTarot https://www.biddytarot.com/tarot-for-magic/ Books pertaining to Tarot and magic on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=tarot+magic https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=tarot+magick&rh=n%3A283155%2Ck%3Atarot+magick Echkart...
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Episode 33 - Influences, Imagination, and Intuition
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In this episode we discuss what influences we draw on when reading Tarot. What fuels and charges our intuition and imagination? What is the source for our repository of symbolism? == Points of Interest == Books mentioned Keri Smith, author Wreck This Journal https://www.amazon.com/Wreck-This-Journal-Keri-Smith/dp/039953346X Living Out Loud https://www.amazon.com/Living-Out-Loud-Keri-Smith/dp/0811836746 Kate’s new book: Your Alter-Ego Revealed: A Workbook https://www.daily-tarot-girl.com/shop-2/alter-ego-workbook/ The Seth books by Jane Roberts...
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Episode 32 - The Cards Reveal the Hosts
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Join us on this episode where we each draw a card and explain how that particular card relates to our own lives in some way. Plus stay tuned for our general reading of what’s to come in 2017! == Links and References == Kate draws from: Anna K Tarot http://www.aeclectic.net/tarot/cards/anna-k/ David draws from: Cosmic Tarot http://www.aeclectic.net/tarot/cards/cosmic/ Ronda draws from: Tarot Illuminati http://www.aeclectic.net/tarot/cards/illuminati/ Meaning of the Dolphin from Medicine Cards http://scottfoglesong.printandwebdesign.com/40-dolphin.pdf Theresa Reed on the business of Tarot...
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Episode 31 - Elections and Oracles
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This episode we dive into oracle cards. How do they stack up to Tarot cards? What are the differences? But first, we draw cards pertaining to the U.S. election result. == Helpful links and such == Rune Soup podcast Goddess Guidance Oracle cards by Doreen Virtue Medicine Cards by Jamie Sams and David Carson Dreaming in Color: Luman deck by Mindy Sommers Aeclectic Tarot for deck reference http://www.aeclectic.net Les Vampires Oracle deck The Alchemist Oracle The Wisdom Keepers Oracle deck Biddy Tarot Podcast ...
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Episode 30 - Reading from a Distance
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This episode we discuss giving readings from a distance vs. in person. Is there a difference? We’ll let you know what we think. == Links and notes == Rune Soup podcast http://runesoup.com/category/podcast/ Fate Foretold: The Tarot Card game https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/73252002/fate-foretold-the-tarot-card-game?ref=discovery Tarot Hex screwdrivers http://www.banggood.com/Tarot-Color-Compact-Hexagonal-Screwdriver-TL901002total-4-p-927454.html
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Episode 29 - Readers Reading Readers
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This episode we bring you something different, a bit of a treat! We’ll be performing two card readings… on each other! Take a listen and get a peek into our lives as well as our reading styles! Kate question #1: Which endeavor to focus on next? Ronda - 3 of Pentacles David - Faith (The Heirophant) Ronda question #1: How best to detox from negativity experienced during travel back home? Kate - King of Swords David - Judgement David question #1: What approach to take with selecting auditions? Kate - King of Wands Ronda - Knight of Wands Kate question #2: Choosing...
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Episode 28 - The Lost Summer Episode
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This episode we bring you the “lost” episode from this summer, a little something to fill in before the season starts. We do a bit more deconstruction of various cards, as well as entertain some tangents. Here we go! == Links and References == Ronda’s deck: Witches Tarot Kate’s deck: Linestrider Tarot David’s deck: Ol’ reliable (Rider Waite Tarot) Dharma Drum Mountain Joy Star Star Talk Radio
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Episode 27 - Summer Special: Tarot in the Summertime
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Welcome to our July summer special episode! We discuss how working with the Tarot shifts during the summer season. Join us as we discuss other non-Tarot related topics as well. It is summer, after all… == Notes and references == Wiccan Sabbats and rituals Books by Scott Cunningham Animal Wisdom Tarot Animal Wise Tarot Linestrider Tarot
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Episode 26 - Sexy Tarot
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On this episode we talk about everyone’s favorite topic… sex! We discuss sex in relation to the Tarot regarding symbolism, sexy decks, sex readings, and our fun draw-a-card sex game! == Notes and Links == Christiana Gaudet - Fortune Stellar (book) http://www.christianagaudet.com/catalog/fortune-stellar-what-every-professional-tarot-reader-needs-to-know Kate’s interview with Christiana Gaudet https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hgrnhbi8FM Erotic decks on Aeclectic Tarot http://www.aeclectic.net/tarot/cards/erotic.shtml Royo Dark Tarot http://www.aeclectic.net/tarot/cards/royo-dark/ Kate’s...
info_outlineFor the new year we decided to take on the topic of being a closeted Tarot reader. Do you brazenly declare your love for Tarot or is it something you keep to yourself? Join us as we share our perspectives and experiences on being open about our work with Tarot.
== Helpful Links ==
Kate is all excited about this deck she just ordered from Etsy:
Dame Darcy Mermaid Tarot
http://damedarcy.com/apps-and-games/tarot-cards/
David just received this deck from his wife as a Christmas gift:
Quantum Tarot version 2.0
http://www.butlerart.co.uk/quantumtarot2/about.htm
Here’s Kate’s post on questions to ask your deck:
http://www.daily-tarot-girl.com/2015/01/13/connect-tarot-deck-part-2/
Check out Benebell Wen’s site for great Tarot deck reviews and other interesting stuff
Ronda’s first deck, an oracle deck of sorts:
Medicine Cards: The Discovery of Power Through the Ways of Animals
Ted Andrews has a Tarot deck!
The Animal-Wise Tarot
http://www.aeclectic.net/tarot/cards/animal-wise/
Looking for others to practice Tarot reading?
Try meetup.com for Tarot groups
David referred to two of his “oracle” decks:
The Dreaming in Color: Luman Deck
http://www.dreamingincolor.us/images.html
Living Light Cards by Meg Blackburn Losey, author of The Secret History of Consciousness
http://www.amazon.com/Living-Light-Cards-Blackburn-Losey/dp/1578635128
A great website resource for any and every Tarot Reader:
Aeclectic Tarot: dedicated to the diversity and beauty of Tarot since 1996
http://www.aeclectic.net/tarot/