Bears, Tea & Tarot

In a world that feels increasingly uncertain, the bears are back—bringing warmth, honesty, and a much-needed sense of grounding. In this episode, we lean into the energy of the New Moon in Aries to explore how we can move from fear into courage during challenging times. Graham takes the lead with a powerful reading using The Phoenix Rising Spread, guiding listeners through a deeply reflective 10-card journey designed to restore clarity, strength, and self-trust.

He also offers a soothing guided meditation to help you reconnect with your inner fire and release what no longer serves. Meanwhile, Richard brings his signature “hot take”—grounded, witty, and refreshingly real—cutting through the noise and saying what we’re all thinking (but maybe not saying out loud). It’s heartfelt, it’s honest, and it’s exactly what you need right now. “I choose courage over fear. I trust myself to begin again.” Put the kettle on… this one’s medicine.

In this month’s episode, we are joined by our very special guest Sanjay Kumar, bringing a powerful blend of charisma, creativity, and emotional depth to the conversation. At his core, Sanjay embodies visionary leadership, but beneath that strength lies a sensitive, intuitive heart that guides his work and message. As always on Bears, Tea & Tarot, Graham pulls the cards as a pre read, not knowing who the guest is, allowing the energy of the reading to reveal the soul of the conversation before it even begins.

And of course, Richard is there throughout, chiming in with his warmth, grounded wisdom, and heartfelt advice, helping to weave the spiritual with the real. Together, we explore a journey of hope, healing, and rediscovering purpose, not just through inspiration, but through dedication, consistency, and real inner work.

This episode dives into what it truly means to answer your calling, to step into your power, and to take aligned action in your life. Expect a conversation that is both uplifting and grounding, one that reminds you that you do not just have to dream, you can build, grow, and move forward with intention. If you have been searching for clarity, motivation, or a deeper connection to your purpose, this episode is for you. So pour yourself a cup of tea, get cosy, and join us for a soulful, empowering chat that will leave you inspired and ready to take charge of your own path.

Season 2, Episode 1: Catching Up, Heated Rivalry & Finding Our Balance in Uncertain Times. Season 2 of Bears, Tea & Tarot begins with Graham and Richard catching up after the Christmas break — checking in with how they’re really doing, what the festive season stirred up, and how it feels to return to everyday life when the world still feels uncertain. The conversation then turns to Heated Rivalry, the much-talked-about gay hockey story, using it as a springboard to explore themes of competition, desire, masculinity, and emotional tension. With humour, insight, and plenty of personality, Graham and Richard reflect on what rivalry can awaken in us — attraction, comparison, ambition, vulnerability — and why these dynamics can be both compelling and psychologically charged. As the episode deepens, the tone gently shifts into something more grounded and reflective. Listeners are invited into a guided meditation designed to restore balance, calm the nervous system, and offer a pause from the noise of uncertainty. The episode closes with tarot readings focused on maintaining mental health and staying positive during challenging times, using the cards as tools for reflection, emotional insight, and empowerment rather than prediction. Thoughtful, playful, and ultimately grounding, this episode sets the tone for Season 2 — where psychology meets spirituality, laughter sits alongside depth, and no topic is off-limits when approached with curiosity and care.

Christmas Special – Bears, Tea & Tarot Pour the tea, pass the mince pies, and snuggle in for our festive Christmas special of Bears, Tea & Tarot. This joyful episode features the wonderful ladies of the Wholeness Network, Mechelle Wingle and Chalene McGrath, as we share plenty of laughs, heartfelt moments, and seasonal magic around the table.

Graham offers personal tarot readings for both guests before taking listeners on a powerful energetic forecast for 2026, using the Wheel of the Year to explore what each month may hold as the new cycle unfolds. Expect insight, reassurance, and a little cosmic encouragement for the year ahead.

We also close the episode with a soothing guided meditation to clear the chakras and welcome the energy of the New Year, perfect for setting intentions and finding calm amidst the festive chaos.

And of course, Richard is on hand with his trademark warmth, cheeky comments, and impeccable tea pouring skills, keeping spirits high, biscuits safe, and reminding us all that no spiritual gathering is complete without a cosy jumper and a well timed giggle. A perfect blend of tarot, friendship, laughter, and soul nourishing wisdom. This is Bears, Tea & Tarot at its most festive and heartfelt.

In our special Thanksgiving Episode of Bears, Tea & Tarot, the bears cosy up with a pot of tea and turn their attention to your letters. Raj from Leicester shares his struggle with trusting his own success, while Nadine from Johannesburg opens up about carrying emotional weight that was never hers to hold. Richard brings his signature warmth and humour as he helps Graham unpack the themes of gratitude and self-compassion woven through both stories. Graham then guides listeners through a soothing chakra-clearing meditation and offers a heartfelt cleadon to help you move forward with clarity, grounding, and renewed trust in your path.

In this beautiful and unexpected episode, we were joined by the radiant Wil Fisher – founder of Willfully Living and host of the Queerly Beloved podcast. What made this one extra special? Graham had no idea who the guest was, performing a completely blind tarot reading without any background info. What followed was pure podcast alchemy... Graham uses the tarot to skillfully guide a soul-deep conversation touching on surrender, self-love, and the sacredness of being seen. All under the watchful eye of wonderful Richard. Expect cledons, connection, and the kind of magic that only happens when spirit takes the lead. Pour your tea, get cozy and join us for one of our most soulful episodes yet. 

In this episode of Bears, Tea & Tarot, we support Demetrious from LA through a spiritual crossroads using a powerful 8-card integration spread, and explore a heartfelt question from Liam in Belfast: “Who am I without the struggle?” Graham also guides us through a gentle chakra-clearing meditation to reconnect with our higher selves and Spirit guides—beautifully supported by Richard, our ever-curious co-host and client.

In the 10th episode of Bears, Tea and Tarot, Graham and Richard were joined by none other than Adult Entertainment Star, NYCMeatball. As always, Graham was kept in the dark about the guest’s identity beforehand, allowing him to do a blind pre-read and energetically tune in before the conversation began. What followed was a heartfelt and transformative discussion exploring themes of addiction, personal growth, and the power of turning life’s challenges into healing. In a poignant moment, NYCMeatball’s beloved grandmother made a moving appearance in Spirit, adding another layer of depth to the episode. As ever, Graham offered a resonant cledon for listeners, all while being beautifully supported by Richard’s grounding presence.

Episode 9: Love, Trust & Retrograde Shenanigans In this heartfelt episode, Graham dives into the tangled heartstrings of two beautiful souls. Maya from Sydney, who wants to love without armouring up, and Sarah from Galway, who’s wondering when the universe will finally shout, “You’re up, babe!” With his signature mix of intuitive tarot and uncanny cledons, Graham helps them navigate their tender truths. Richard, as always, brings the heart to the table, offering warmth, laughter, and the kind of quiet insights that somehow always hit home. Honestly, we think he might be psychic too… he’s just too polite to say it. And if you thought love was confusing, wait until Graham guides us through a meditation while FOUR planets moonwalk into retrograde: Saturn (Daddy Discipline), Neptune (Fog Machine), Pluto (Emo Goth Queen), and Chiron (our inner wounded healer with a flair for drama). Let’s just say—if Mercury had joined in, we’d have lit the sage and left the country. So grab your tea, clutch your crystals, and tune in for tears, giggles, and tarot truths on Bears, Tea, and Tarot.

In Episode 8 of Bears, Tea, and Tarot, Graham leads us through a gentle yet powerful meditation designed to help us connect with our intuition and activate deep cellular healing. This soulful pause opens the door to a heartfelt tarot reading for a listener navigating life with Parkinson’s and the emotional challenges of social isolation. As always, Richard is on hand with his signature blend of warmth and wit, and the ever-magical presence of a cledon reminds us that the universe is always speaking, if we’re listening. It’s a beautifully grounding episode filled with compassion, connection, and quiet wisdom