Today we continue our deep dive into the Portals tarot deck with the visionary Taylor Ursula. In this second segment, we throw away the rulebook and explore what happens when an artist takes off the training wheels to create from a place of pure, unfiltered intuition. Taylor reveals why she chose to strip the traditional materialistic symbols from the Pentacles, re-imagining them as a grounded connection to our bodies, nature, and the simple pleasure of oranges falling from a tree. We journey through the life force energy of the Wands and the effortless, watery flow of the Cups, discussing how these cards serve as individual portals into the subconscious.

Whether you’re curious about breaking free from results-oriented spirituality or want to hear how a Pisces stellium navigates the creative fire, this episode is a call to ground yourself in the present and let your own artistry flow.

In this first segment of our journey, we sit down with the multi-talented Taylor Ursula, to explore the cosmic threads that weave our lives together. From Taylor’s childhood fascination with her mother’s Aquarian tarot deck to the hypnotic breakthroughs that birthed her immersive Portals tarot deck, this episode is an intimate invitation into the mind of a modern mystic. We peel back the layers on how astrology, mythology, and a lifelong immersion in science fiction shaped Taylor’s unique approach to narrative and healing.

Whether you’re a seasoned reader or just beginning your own winding road of self-discovery, come along as we discuss breaking creative blocks, the power of symbols, and what happens when we finally stop fighting the artist within.

This week we step away from interviews to explore the “why” behind our journey, seeking to find spiritual context within everyday worldly chaos.

We also map out an exciting roadmap for the future of the podcast, including:

• The upcoming “Summer of Love” 2026

• The launch of “Pass the Salt,” a new segment inviting listeners to share their own “flavor” and stories regarding the topics discussed.

• A sneak peek into the transitional weeks before the “Summer of Love” where we’ll be exploring personality archetypes and a future deep dive into astro-cartography.

In this final installment, Brandy Rachelle explains why a successful intuitive practice begins with working on the self to build a genuine rapport with your spirit team. She introduces the vital concept of setting the table, a process of establishing parameters and rituals to remove personal ego and bias before any reading. Listeners will gain practical advice on everything from using coloring books as active meditation to specific literature for building a solid academic foundation. She also shares a remarkable anecdote about a Viking tarot reading that illustrates why personal knowing often transcends traditional book meanings. As the conversation concludes, we explore how to stay grounded in the physical world while serving as a conduit for a higher law.

Join us for this powerful conclusion that provides a roadmap for anyone looking to navigate the mystical with integrity and grace.

Brandy Rachelle reveals the intense discipline required to maintain total objectivity, explaining why she works blind and avoids direct contact with families to keep her psychic insights untainted. She highlights how her status as a certified crime analyst provides a necessary layer of protection, especially after her unique abilities once landed her on a government watch list. We dive into her real-world tarot methodology, where cards are interpreted through practical experience to identify everything from criminal gangs to the location of physical evidence. Brandy also shares her expert techniques for profiling court cards as specific players in an investigation, distinguishing between a suspect’s front-facing persona and their repressed reality.

She emphasizes that this work isn’t about fantasy, but rather using the third eye and imagination to interpret the specific pictures provided by the cards. This segment explores her mission to train a new generation of forensic psychics who can balance rigorous logic with intuitive navigation.

In this gripping segment, Brandy Rachelle recounts the heart-pounding moment she tracked a serial predator to a specific apartment using both statistical patterns and a direct hit from her spirit team. We follow her on an unauthorized, high-stakes foot chase that blurred the lines between civilian analyst and front-line investigator. Brandy opens up about the constant “Rolodex of homicide” cases that made spiritual protection — specifically through Archangel Michael — a matter of life and death. From dodging bullets to building radical trust in her intuition, she reveals the extreme conditions that eventually led her to walk away from her agency for the sake of her family.

Discover how she learned to distinguish a poke from a punch when receiving spiritual guidance in the field. This conversation is a raw look at the cost of working in the shadows and the necessity of grounded faith during the pursuit of justice.

In this segment, Brandy Rachelle opens up about the powerful role of personal choice in breaking cycles of generational trauma and addiction. She shares how becoming a young mother at nineteen served as a catalyst for change, driving her to return to school and eventually pursue a career in forensic psychology. Brandy also reveals the friction she encountered within law enforcement, where politics and unqualified analysts sometimes hindered major crime investigations. She recounts a defining moment during a case that challenged her commitment to a field she felt was putting numbers before people. This conversation illustrates how Brandy's unique expertise was forged through both rigorous study and intuitive practice.

In this episode we explore the extraordinary journey of Brandy Rachelle, a forensic psychic and crime analyst who bridges the gap between law enforcement and professional tarot reading. Brandy recounts her unique upbringing where traditional religion coexisted with old world magic, influenced by a mother who learned her craft from a nun. We delve into her academic background in forensic psychology, driven by a childhood curiosity about why people do what they do and her own family’s history. Brandy shares pivotal life moments, from her early fascination with television crime dramas to her decision to forego law school as a single mother.

Listeners will discover how she uses her intuitive gifts to assist families of victims while working to harmonize investigative and psychic professions. Join us for a conversation where the logical meets the mystical in Brandy’s mission to redefine the role of the modern intuitive.

Welcome back to Context for Chaos for a transformative follow-up with Brooklyn-based artist and intuitive Gemma Gallucci. In this episode, Gemma reflects on how releasing the stress of monetization led to a more active and aligned professional practice. We explore the fascinating world of sidereal astrology, discussing how a shift in their rising sign from Capricorn to Sagittarius offered a fresh, objective perspective on their own identity. For aspiring readers, Gemma shares a masterclass in intuition, advising you to "say the crazy thing" and build a personal bibliography with your cards. We also dive into the gritty reality of reading for difficult clients and the importance of holding firm boundaries when someone tries to hijack their own session. Finally, Gemma opens up about their own "composting week" and how "body slamming" their fears allowed them to stop walking in place and embrace a more embodied life.

Join us for an infusion of wisdom that will inspire you to run straight toward the challenges that haunt you and find the beauty in the breakdown.

Join us for this powerful conclusion as we explore the ethics, endurance, and unfiltered reality of a professional intuitive life.

In this final installment, artist and intuitive Gemma Gallucci discusses the vital boundaries between tarot reading and therapy. Gemma pulls back the curtain on the unseen mental and spiritual labor of intuitive work, challenging the all-knowing orb stereotype by demanding to be seen as a person rather than a human Pinterest board. Gemma shares their bold approach to protecting their energy, including why they refer repeat clients to therapists when the cards have already said all they can. We also hear a real-life Tower moment where the cards provided the calm necessary to breathe through a technical disaster. Aspiring readers will appreciate Gemma’s bicycle analogy for learning the craft and their insistence on moving past books to read for real people.