This week is all about Tarot. First, Anna Joy introduces a new segment (complete with a jingle by Molly @thefirebrandwitch) called “Dispelling New Age Bullshit” and gives a historically accurate response to the commonly held myths about the Tarot deck, where it originated, and who came first: playing cards or the Tarot.

 

Sources:

http://www.wopc.co.uk/history/

https://science.howstuffworks.com/science-vs-myth/extrasensory-perceptions/tarot-card6.htm

Then we move into a wonderful interview with Casey Wait, creator of the Flower People Tarot, a nonbinary Tarot deck. We discuss Casey’s upbringing within Christianity, what inspired them to create their own decks, some stories about the swords suit, the Ace of Cups, and other specific Tarot cards that Casey has found prominent during their deck design and in living life. We also get into the importance of avoiding cultural appropriation within Tarot, and nerd out a little bit on some history (what do you think inspired the new segment?)

 

If you enjoy this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon. In this episode, you will hear about a new offer for Patrons called the Queer Witch Newsletter, which will help you take your practice from Talk to Walk.

 

Find out more at www.patreon.com/thequeerwitch

 

To get in touch with Casey and follow the Flower People Tarot, find them on instagram @cwaitwaitwait or visit their website http://caseywait.com/

 

To learn more about Anna Joy’s work as a Tarot reader, Reiki Master-Teacher and Astrologer, visit www.annajoyhealing.com/services

 

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