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Wildly Tarot Podcast

226 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 178 ratings

Two friends talk tarot, mysticism, and everything in between!

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When Readings Go Awry

November 25, 2021 03:36 - 1 hour - 67.4 MB

In our previous episode, we had a question from our listener, Janesse, that went off the rails and we promised that if there was a significant update that we would release the recording in its entirety and then talk about the reading retrospectively. Well here it is in all of its chaotic glory! We also decide to share the most adorable and 'Laugh Out Loud' listener submitted update/email we've ever received! We so appreciate all of the love and support that everyone has been showing us sinc...

Tarot of Oppositions

November 18, 2021 03:18 - 52 minutes - 52.3 MB

Welcome to Wildly Lounging Podcast? We banter on for far too long about our love of all things bed, so get all cozy and ready for gushing about our best friend, bed. Our first question of the episode is an update and a continuation of a reading we did a few months ago where the Tower card appeared in the context of a job situation. For our second question, in a Wildly Tarot first, Holly nor Esther agreed on the interpretation of the cards that were presented which resulted in an interesting...

Wanderer‘s Tarot: Interview with Casey Zabala

November 11, 2021 11:24 - 47 minutes - 46.4 MB

Holly and Esther sit down with Casey Zabala of Wanderer's Tarot and have an amazing conversation about the new Mass Market edition from Red Wheel/Weiser, their spiritual journey and where it has led them, and their plans for the future. You can find out more about the Modern Witches Confluence by visiting their website. You can follow Casey on Instagram, Twitter, or her website where you can order Wyrd Sisters Oracle and Wanderer's Tarot Solar edition. Our book, The History of Tarot Art: ...

The Carnival at the End of the World Tarot

November 04, 2021 04:17 - 1 hour - 69.3 MB

To open the episode, we geek out about Galaxy Quest (only the best comedy/scifi movie of all time!), when Holly tells Esther about her visit to the Museum of Pop Culture! The first question from our querent asks what to do about the disappointment, discouragement, and coping emotionally with their journey in wanting to conceive a child. Our second questions asks Holly and Esther their beliefs about tarot, if it has powers, and how to trust in something again after being betrayed so deeply by...

Rana George Lenormand

October 25, 2021 01:28 - 51 minutes - 55.5 MB

Esther dives straight into a 90 Day Fiancé and Tarot convo with Holly. We also discuss how a certain Minotaur book has impacted our listeners and how we've started a Discord book club if you want to join us in a read-a-long!  Our first question for the episode is us discussing a reading reversals question that we've had before but that hasn't come up in awhile so we revisited to see if anything has changed. Our second question is asking about clarification of why a 4 of Cups could be follow...

Real Talk Tarot

October 18, 2021 01:59 - 56 minutes - 60.5 MB

In this episode, we start off by talking about the truly WILD Mercury Retrograde everyone is experiencing then a secondary banter sneaks in after our first question, so gird your loins because we have *thoughts* about reality TV shows! Our first question of the episode asks follow up questions to a reading we did a few months ago (last year? pandemic time is weird) and our second question asks about some ideas of what to do for a card of the day that isn't predictive in nature.  Our deck of...

Tyldwick Tarot

October 07, 2021 04:17 - 1 hour - 76.4 MB

Because of a re-scheduling, Esther and Holly are a bit punch drunk this episode so prepare yourselves! Our first question of the episode is our querent asking about adult friendships and our second question asks about previous comments we've made about the religion of Wicca. Our deck of the episode is the pinnacle autumnal secret garden deck, Tyldwick Tarot by the late Neil Lovell of Malpertuis whose legacy is being carried on by his brother, Joe. We absolutely love and adore everything fro...

Wandering Moon Tarot

September 30, 2021 06:47 - 1 hour - 70.4 MB

추석 잘 보냈어요! Happy Chueseok/Mid-Autumn Festival to all our listeners! We apologize for the many Mabon-themed rabbit trails we took during our banter section, but it really is the most wonderful time of the year and we can't help but be excited! (If you're not a fan of banter skip to around the 12 minute mark!) Our first question of the episode asks about possible living situations to pursue and our second question asks about possibly getting back together with an ex with some spooky results....

Arcana of Astrology Oracle

September 25, 2021 01:49 - 57 minutes - 63.1 MB

Happy Publishing Birthday, Arcana of Astrology! For our first official episode back we thought it was perfect timing to review the OG astrology deck that started it all. But before we get to that, we answer a listener question about whether to focus on a romantic relationship right now or cultivating deeper friendship with people currently in their lives and a question about how a different  listener can help their brother after a devastating break up.  You can also watch the interview we m...

Wildly Summer Catch Up!

September 15, 2021 07:47 - 43 minutes - 71.7 MB

This episode is pure chaos since this is the first time the gals saw each other in like a month! So buckle up for this whirlwind of an episode and find out what we read and what decks we purchased over the summer! Plus tons of fangirling over stationary items and some thoughts about where our tarot practice is today! Books we mentioned in this episode:  Morge to Love The Goode Girl Wolf Gone Wild Our episode of Wolf Gone Wild with Melody and Erin from Heaving Bosoms Podcast! One Last Stop ...

Deviant Moon Tarot

August 30, 2021 05:26 - 43 minutes - 47.3 MB

Welcome to Wildly Tarot Summer Camp!! We start our episode by returning to our favorite Celtic Cross spread interpretation by Theresa Reed found in her book, Tarot: No Questions Asked! This time it is for our friend, Anna, who is going through quite a few life transitions at this very time and needed general guidance for what she is currently facing. Our deck of the episode is Deviant Moon Tarot by by Patrick Valenza. We talk about the origins of the deck, the creation process, and our fav...

Intro to Deck Creation

August 23, 2021 05:23 - 47 minutes - 51.9 MB

Picture it. Sicily. 2021. You have had a great idea for a tarot or oracle deck but you have no idea where to start or what to expect diving into creating a deck. Then listening to this episode is exactly where you need to start! We dive into deck creation from the beginning creation stages to funding and everything you need to know in-between.  Our book, The History of Tarot Art: Demystifying the Art and Arcana, Deck by Deck, is available for pre-order! If you pre-ordered our book you can...

Thoth Tarot

August 13, 2021 06:05 - 53 minutes - 51.6 MB

Welcome to Wildly Tarot Summer Camp!! Well it's finally here, the much anticipated episode where we review Thoth tarot. However, we start this episode like every other summer camp episode by doing a longer reading. As a surprise to probably no one we decided to forego the Celtic Cross spread for the week and use the Spread Machines Oracle deck by Fablesden which ended up being the best idea ever!!  Then we dive into Thoth Tarot by Lady Freida Harris and Aleister Crowley! It's been a deck w...

Intro to Oracle Decks

August 02, 2021 23:04 - 55 minutes - 50 MB

Welcome to Wildly Tarot Summer Camp!! In this episode we deep dive into the origins of divination and talk about how that branched off into modern day oracle decks! We fangirl a lot about one of our favorite oracle deck creators (Black and the Moon) also have strong opinions about the gatekeeping that happens between Tarot and Oracle readers.  Our book, The History of Tarot Art: Demystifying the Art and Arcana, Deck by Deck, is available for pre-order! If you pre-ordered our book you can g...

Sola Busca

July 25, 2021 03:58 - 53 minutes - 54 MB

Welcome to Wildly Tarot Summer Camp!! Per usual with our summer camp episodes, we begin by using the Celtic Cross spread to answer a question from Jenna, but per usual we went with a bit of a modified version from Theresa Reed's book, "Tarot: No Questions Asked." since we felt her version was a bit more suited to our needs. We also talk about one of our favorite decks and chapters in our book, Sola Busca Tarot!  So dive right into this summer camp fest with us and let's go waaaay back and h...

Intro to Lenormand

July 12, 2021 02:35 - 47 minutes - 44.5 MB

Welcome to Wildly Tarot Summer Camp!! In this episode we dive into our second card divination style, Lenormand! Expanding on our original introduction to Lenormand episode we recorded almost 2 years ago, this is perfect episode to listen to first as an introduction to everything Lenormand! If you are a supporter on Patreon, you can access our Tarot Meanings Cheat sheet here! OUR FAVORITE BEGINNER LENORMAND RESOURCES: The Essential Lenormand by Rana George The Card Geek's Youtube Lenorman...

Visconti Tarot

July 01, 2021 04:48 - 47 minutes - 51.2 MB

Welcome to Wildly Tarot Summer Camp!! We're going Old School this episode by doing a reading for friend of the pod, Rachel, using the Celtic Cross spread and reviewing Visconti Tarot that is featured as the first chapter in our book "The Art History of Tarot"! So dive right into this summer camp fest with us and let's go waaaay back to where things started!" Our book, The History of Tarot Art: Demystifying the Art and Arcana, Deck by Deck, is available for pre-order! If you pre-ordered our...

Intro to Tarot

June 24, 2021 05:41 - 1 hour - 76.9 MB

Welcome to Wildly Tarot Summer Camp!! In our first episode of the season we go over the basics of Tarot! Expanding on our original introduction to tarot episode we recorded almost 2 years ago, this is perfect episode to listen to first as an introduction to everything tarot!  To further your learning you can listen to our Major Arcana mini-episodes for short explanations of what the cards mean to us in positive and negative ways and how they’ve shown up in our lives. You can Listen to all ...

Divinity and Divination

June 18, 2021 02:22 - 1 hour - 90.8 MB

In this all questions episode, Esther and Holly start to talk about the summer solstice but then it quickly spirals into something totally different and just a teeny bit censored. Our first question of the episode asks if tarot and using intuition is a natural gift or if it is something that can be learned. Our second question of the episode (and the reason we don't have a deck review) is from a listener asking about Esther's journey out of Christianity. This is her story... [Law and Order C...

Be You: Affirmation Cards

June 04, 2021 00:45 - 1 hour - 66.5 MB

Esther's recovery from her emergency appendix surgery is going smoothly, so we're finally able to release this episode! Thank you all for your patience and well wishes!  Our questions for the episode involve finding strength during a difficult job hunt in a toxic academic environment and a follow up question from Flustered in Florida asking if they are ready to move on from their own toxic work environment. (The answer is yes!) Our deck for the episode is the Be You: Affirmation Cards from ...

Mystic Masters Tarot

May 21, 2021 02:23 - 1 hour - 80.5 MB

The gals are super chatty in this episode! Esther talks about the Table Top RPG game, Bedlam Hall, that she ran for her friends this past weekend that led to us creating an RPG channel on our discord! Our questions of the episode involve guidance for a listener who wants direction, but we're also including mental health resources for the US and Internationally below and encourage any listener feeling alone and depressed to share that with their mental health professional or to use one of the...

Soul Cards

May 15, 2021 00:42 - 1 hour - 64.4 MB

In this episode Holly reminds everyone to be careful as spring Mercury Retrograde is here and injuries are afoot! (Or in this case, a finger?) Our first querent for this episode asks about their post-college dreams and the second has questions about reading positive cards in a release position and how to have a conversation with your deck.  Our deck for the episode is Soul Cards by Kristine Fredheim. Holly and Esther specifically talk about the Allume edition, which was part of a partnershi...

Keziah Gibbons Interview

May 09, 2021 13:51 - 55 minutes - 42.8 MB

In this episode we talk with Keziah Gibbons, the creator of one of our favorite tarot courses, and the first tarot course published with Insight Timer, Tarot Wisdom, A Complete Guide. This 30 day tarot course is unlike one we've ever experienced and we get into the nitty gritty details with Keziah about the structure itself, what we enjoyed about the lessons, and what we got out of taking the course ourselves. You can sign up for her Tarot Wisdom course right now if you are an Insight Time...

The Wedding from Hell (Patreon Bonus Episode)

May 01, 2021 05:48 - 55 minutes - 59 MB

Last week it was Holly's mic that gave us problems, and this week it was Esther's mic that stopped working during recording. So while we're trying to get new mics for both of the gals, we're releasing one of our favorite Charmed Patreon episodes, "The Wedding from Hell"!  Our book, The History of Tarot Art: Demystifying the Art and Arcana, Deck by Deck, is available for pre-order! If you pre-ordered our book you can get our History of Tarot Art spreads zine that we created by filling out th...

Reclaim Oracle

April 25, 2021 02:19 - 58 minutes - 62.8 MB

Apparently this week's episode is our mid-series musical episode? So be prepared for Esther breaking into song randomly throughout! Our questions for the episode involve future job changes and how to find other tarot friends in Portland, Oregon! The deck of the episode is the Reclaim Oracle by Marion Costentin! You can pre-order the deck or the journal that we talked about now on their website! Our book, The History of Tarot Art: Demystifying the Art and Arcana, Deck by Deck, is available f...

Life Line Tarot Interview

April 19, 2021 05:51 - 1 hour - 49.1 MB

In this episode, Holly sits down with Thomas from Hermit's Mirror to talk about his Life Line Tarot and Life Line Lenoracle decks! The line artwork makes this deck so unique and approachable for everyday use, plus its price point can't be beat! Listen to this episode to hear about Thomas' art process, how he designed the deck during the Texas Ice Storm this past year, and some of his own personal practices to help connect with tarot archetypes. (Plus a fun and unique way to cleanse a deck!) ...

Prisma Visions Tarot

April 09, 2021 07:27 - 1 hour - 65.8 MB

We're back with a regular review episode! Woohoo! Holly and Esther start off the show talking about about how they've only met once and what that was like for both of them, then dive right into our questions for the episode! Our first querent wonders as a new tarot reader how they can be a positive influence on the tarot community and our second asks about how to manage stress at their very demanding job. (And the cards have shocking answers!)  Our deck of the week is the abstract surrealis...

Ancestral Tarot Interview

April 01, 2021 05:48 - 1 hour - 60.1 MB

This week we sit down with Nancy Hendrickson and talk about her book, Ancestral Tarot: Uncover Your Past and Chart Your Future. We delve into the different types of ancestors (not just blood relatives!), how you can connect to your ancestors (with and without tarot) and talk about our own past life experiences. We also go into how book has helped both Holly and Esther make deeper connections in their own ancestral work which somehow led to Nancy making Esther cry! We absolutely had a blast i...

Pocket of Peers Tarot Interview

March 26, 2021 04:46 - 1 hour - 62 MB

In this episode, one of our favorite Creatrixes, Jamie Sawyer, joins us to chat about her brand new tarot deck that celebrates people in and out of the tarot community, Pocket of Peers tarot! It launches on Kickstarter on March 26th so set your alarms if you want to get in on the early bird specials and the (accidentally) competitive tiers! You can shop for Jamie's tarot tiles, casting boards and other accessories on her website: https://jamiesawyer336.com/. Click here to read her blog post...

The Numinous Tarot

March 19, 2021 08:29 - 1 hour - 61 MB

Happy Spring Equinox and Ostara!!! We start off by talking a little bit about our plans to celebrate and then jump right in to our questions of the episode. Our first listener is wondering how to deal with their long time therapist taking a leave of absence and our second listener is wondering how they can fulfill their purpose as an artist. Our deck of the week is the mystically vibrant and beautifully inclusive deck, The Numinous Tarot, by Cedar Wren McCloud. The third printing is now av...

Tarot: No Questions Asked

March 14, 2021 07:44 - 1 hour - 80.5 MB

In this week's episode we're reviewing "Tarot: No Questions Asked: Mastering the Art of Intuitive Reading" by The Tarot Lady, Theresa Reed! In our opinion it's one of our top two favorite books for new readers with plenty of great 'tarotcises' and information for intermediate and advanced readers to get out of the book as well! Go immediately to your favorite online bookseller and buy this book!  Our book, The History of Tarot Art: Demystifying the Art and Arcana, Deck by Deck, is available...

The Gentle Tarot Interview

March 05, 2021 00:39 - 1 hour - 34 MB

This week we sit down with Mari, the creator of The Gentle Tarot to talk about their amazing nature themed deck filled with art inspired by remote areas of Alaska, their creation process and the inspiration for creating a deck that intentionally wants to connect the reader to the natural environment. You can find Mari on Instagram and shop for more Gentle Tarot swag at her etsy shop!  Our book, The History of Tarot Art: Demystifying the Art and Arcana, Deck by Deck, is available for pre-or...

Murder of Crows Tarot

February 27, 2021 11:05 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB

Holly and Esther have hit a Pandemic wall and banter has gone into the realm of weird. Our questions for this episode involve a pair of cousins with a spooky connection question and a listener who is questioning the future of her relationship.  Our deck of the episode is the highly anticipated and devastatingly disappointing Murder of Crows Tarot published by U.S. Games.  Our book, The History of Tarot Art: Demystifying the Art and Arcana, Deck by Deck, is available for pre-order!  Browse...

The Illustrated Bestiary

February 18, 2021 11:26 - 1 hour - 79.4 MB

In this episode, Holly and Esther have some early morning musings then get into their questions of the episode involving the two Devil cards we pulled for a new Patreon member of ours as well as what our listener should be aware of as she and her partner transition to a new educational and job focus. Our 'deck' of the episode is The Illustrated Bestiary by Maia Toll.  Our book, The History of Tarot Art: Demystifying the Art and Arcana, Deck by Deck, is available for pre-order! You can purch...

Precious 'Possum Lenormand

February 13, 2021 03:27 - 1 hour - 72.5 MB

The 'Possums have taken over!! In this episode Holly and Esther are joined by their good friend, and creator of the Precious 'Possum Lenormand deck, Logan! Logan sticks around the entire episode and helps us answer listener questions about how to find strength at a job that is soul sucking but that pays really good money and when tarot readers stop feeling like they're beginners.  We then dive into all things Precious 'Possum Lenormand with some fangilring over these adorable-ized and cuti...

Re-Release: Pamela Colman Smith: The Untold Story

February 07, 2021 10:49 - 1 hour - 70.5 MB

In this re-release episode we talk about a college textbook sized biography of all things Pamela Colman Smith (Pixie). High points of this episode are; Miniature Theaters...who knew one could make so much money with such a teeny stage? Pixie knowing pretty much everyone and anyone who was in the bohemian art scene, and Pixie's amazing ability to hear color. We also talk about our favorite pieces of artwork from her extensive career and the legacy she left behind.    Our book, The History o...

Sacred Creators Oracle

January 29, 2021 09:44 - 52 minutes - 86.8 MB

Holly and Esther begin the episode talking about how they're being commemorated in cards within the Memento Mori Oracle deck expansion packs. These expansion packs are only available to pre-order through February 10th, so order your copies as soon as possible! Our first question of the episode is from our listener who needs to move on from their current job, but they're hesitant to move for several reasons. Our second question is from, Esther?!?!?! She is wondering about her house situation...

Light Lenormand

January 21, 2021 05:46 - 52 minutes - 54.3 MB

In this episode Esther and Holly are recording the morning of Inauguration so they collectively take a big sigh of relief. Our questions of the episode involve a big life transition for one of our listeners. Our second question comes with a brief content warning for a brief mention of rape. It is not something discussed beyond a mention in our question, but if you would like to totally skip the question you can just go to 23:00 and start up around our Patreon shout outs!  Our deck of the we...

Cosmic Slumber Tarot

January 15, 2021 06:06 - 52 minutes - 54.6 MB

We made it to 100 episodes!!! Our questions for the episode involve a listener changing their name that could cause hurt within their family and a question about what the 5 of Swords means in the context of an empowering energy for their year. Our deck of the we is the bold yet dreamy Cosmic Slumber Tarot by Tillie Walden. Our book, The History of Tarot Art: Demystifying the Art and Arcana, Deck by Deck, is available for pre-order on Amazon or you can contact your local independent seller t...

Future Ancestor Tarot

January 07, 2021 04:47 - 27 minutes - 59.8 MB

In this episode, Holly and Esther open the show by talking about their year ahead spreads. Our first querent asks how to best spend their time while they are out of work for the next few months and our second question is how our listener can shift their thoughts and gain confidence in their new career. Deck of the week is the cozy and nurturing Future Ancestor Tarot by Lexa Luna Studio with bag for our deck by MoonlitFaye on Etsy!  Our book, The History of Tarot Art: Demystifying the Art an...

Fifth Spirit Tarot

December 24, 2020 06:19 - 1 hour - 65.5 MB

We're back from our two week writing break!! We quickly gush about our book and then move onto our questions of the day that involves being satisfied with hobbies and how to read tarot cards narratively in a spread. Our deck of the week is our recent cottagecore fave, Fifth Spirit Tarot!    Do you love Holly and Esther? Then you'll love our face on everything! We got mugs, totes, phone cases, and even a tarot certification! You can find our merch here! Interact with us between episodes and...

Winter Solstice Reading

December 18, 2020 04:54 - 6 minutes - 6.86 MB

Our book deadline is around the corner, so we'll be back next week with our regular episode! Until then, here's a Winter Solstice Reading from Holly to YULEtide you over until next week. 

Something Wicca This Way Comes (Patreon Bonus Episode)

December 10, 2020 03:57 - 40 minutes - 42.1 MB

The deadline for our book was unexpectedly moved up and need to spend our time this week  writing as fast as our little fingers can! So we're releasing the first Patreon episode covering the tv series, Charmed! 

The Uncommon Tarot

December 03, 2020 03:43 - 51 minutes - 56.8 MB

The gals skip banter because they talked way too long on their Patreon Charmed episode featuring John Cho, so on to the questions! The first question asks how to get a deck to like you and our second question is a three fold question involving tarot certifications (Get our Certification mug!), opening a tarot business, and how to use your strengths to find something you love doing as a job.  Our deck of the episode is The Uncommon Tarot by Shaheen Miro  Do you love Holly and Esther? Then y...

Journey of the Sacred Bee Tarot

November 26, 2020 07:05 - 54 minutes - 57.5 MB

In this episode, Holly and Esther get excited about Jamie Sawyer's Pocket of Peers Tarot and them being featured in the deck. Our questions for the episode are about where to focus excess energy after a long awaited job promotion and one of our fave listeners Katie, (Click here for her rad youtube channel!) needs some encouragement after a difficult creative period.  Our deck of the week is the BEE-utiful Journey of the Sacred Bee Tarot by Kelly Burton!   Do you love Holly and Esther? The...

Prairie Majesty Oracle

November 20, 2020 17:54 - 1 hour - 63.9 MB

In this episode Holly and Esther have a brief review of their prototype copy of Prairie Majesty Oracle and then have a discussion with the creator and illustrator of the project, Kara and Amy! You can find more information about the Oracle deck at their website: www.prairiemajestyoracle.com And find them on instagram! Click here for direct access to their Kickstarter campaign! You can find the artist, Amy at: www.amyputneykoenig.com IG: @amyputneykoenig FB: @amyputneykoenig You can find t...

Questions!

November 13, 2020 03:36 - 37 minutes - 39.4 MB

Our deck of the week fell through so the gals are answering listener questions about finding a deity to work with and starting a side business selling readings to others! Be sure to check out our new Charmed recap episodes on Patreon! Do you love Holly and Esther? Then you'll love our face on everything! We got mugs, totes, and even phone cases. You can find our merch here! Interact with us between episodes and join our Wildy Tarot Patreon , Facebook Group and Discord Server! You can follo...

You are Enough

November 06, 2020 11:56 - 3 minutes - 3.6 MB

Holly and Esther are taking a break this week, but Esther takes a few minutes to draw a card from Morning Calm Oracle to help us re-center and find our calm.  See you next week for our regular episode!!

Halloween Tarot

October 29, 2020 04:34 - 53 minutes - 57.4 MB

In this special episode of Wildly Tarot, the gals talk about their Samhain plans and do a Samhain spread by The Curious Card Slinger to commemorate the thinning of the veil!  Our deck of the week is the adorable Halloween Tarot!  Do you love Holly and Esther? Then you'll love our face on everything! We got mugs, totes, and even phone cases. You can find our merch here! Interact with us between episodes and join our Wildy Tarot Patreon , Facebook Group and Discord Server! You can follow us ...

Arcana Iris Sacra Tarot

October 23, 2020 07:04 - 57 minutes - 57.5 MB

In this episode Esther and Holly banter about the coming of Winter and new plants they've acquired in their lives. The first question of our episode asks us what to do about a card that triggers bad associations and memories and how we come to terms with those types of cards. Our second querent who has a rodent problem and is wondering what their next steps should be in dealing with a difficult property manager. Our deck for the episode is: Arcana Iris Sacra Tarot from Labyrinthos.    Do ...

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