The Practice by Aliza Kelly

On this week's episode of The Curiosity Pod, I sit down with Anna Toonk, self-proclaimed sacred clown, to chat about spirituality, humor, and the absurdity of life. Anna is a television producer turned tarot reader who hosts the podcast "How To Be Human" and writes a corresponding Substack newsletter. During our conversation, Anna and I chat about the power of tarot, how social media has changed the landscape of the mystical arts, and the necessity of strong ethics when conducting spiritual readings for others. Anna explains the essential role that humor plays in her life, describing how she uses it in her mystical practice, and how it got her though her recent weight-loss surgery.

On this week’s episode of The Curiosity Pod, I sit down with Amanda Yates Garcia, a.k.a. the Oracle of Los Angeles, to unpack what it means to be a witch and lead an enchanted life. Amanda is a writer, teacher, podcast host, community leader, and professional witch who strives to help people find their innate magick and live deliciously. During our conversation, we discuss the roots of witchcraft, the sacred medicine of folk magick, and how to find a sense of confidence and belonging through your spiritual practice. Paid subscribers receive full audio and written transcription.

How will Libra Season impact you? On this week’s episode of The Curiosity Pod, I explore the transition from Virgo to Libra, the Autumn Equinox portal, the mythology of Persephone, and quintessential Libran themes of balance, compromise, partnership, and contracts. Plus, in-depth horoscopes for each sign, so you can be fully prepared to work with this season’s energy. Paid subscribers receive full audio and written transcription.

On this week’s episode of The Curiosity Pod, I sit down with Erin Claire Jones to chat about all things Human Design. Erin is a guide, coach, and speaker who uses Human Design to help thousands reach their highest potential. During this episode, Erin explains what Human Design is, where it came from, and how we can use it to cultivate greater self-awareness, agency, and authenticity. Erin and I discuss the intersections of human design, astrology, and spirituality, exploring how these tools inspire us to tap into our soul’s purpose. Paid subscribers receive full audio and written transcription.

Happy Virgo Season and Mercury Retrograde! That’s not sarcastic; it’s literally going to be a happy retrograde. On this week’s episode of The Curiosity Pod, we unpack the upcoming of Mercury Retrograde (August 23 through September 14), and discuss why this one is extra special (and maybe even… auspicious). Listen to the episode and read the sign specific details below to get your personalized scoop on what to expect and how to prepare for the coming weeks.

How’s this lunation going to impact you? Get ready for your Full Moon horoscope! On this week’s episode of the Curiosity Pod, I dive into the Full Moon in Aquarius, what to expect during Leo Season, and ways to work with the energy. Plus, in-depth horoscopes for each sign, so you can be fully prepared to embrace the illuminating energy this transit brings. Paid subscribers receive full audio and written transcription.

Content Warning: Eating discords, body dysmorphia, pregnancy, birth

On this week’s episode of The Curiosity Pod, I sit down with Robina Khalid of Small Things Growing to unpack the power, pleasure, and challenges of pregnancy and birth. Robina is a Pakistani-American community midwife, award-winning writer and PhD, and unschooling mother of four. We discuss the ways in which pregnancy transforms your relationship to your physical, emotional, and spiritual bodies, as well as unmedicated births and how tending to your inner-child can prepare you to become a parent. Robina tells me about the history of obstetrics, why pregnancy is treated like a pathology (and why it isn’t one), and how you can reclaim your birthing experience as empowering, magical, and valuable. Paid subscribers receive full audio and written transcription.

How is Venus Retrograde going to impact you? Get ready for your Venus Retrograde horoscope! On this week’s episode of the Curiosity Pod, I dive into all things Venus Retrograde, explaining why retrogrades are such powerful celestial events, and how to utilize Venus' transition from evening star to morning star to amplify your desires. Plus, in-depth horoscopes for each sign, so you can be fully prepared to embrace the transformative energy this transit brings. Paid subscribers receive full audio and written transcription.

Theresa Reed (The Tarot Lady) and I chat about what it takes to grow, scale, and adapt a mystical business. Theresa is a tarot reader, astrologer, educator, and author who's been in the field for over 30-years. Theresa explains how she started her business and how it's changed over time. We discuss the evolution of social media, getting your first book deal, and curating an audience for your work. Plus! Theresa shares her key ingredients to maintaining a successful business in the long-term. Paid subscribers receive full audio and written transcription.

On this episode of The Curiosity Pod, I sit down with the master of manifestation, Gala Darling. Gala is a bestselling author, speaker, and educator who teaches about the power of radical self-love, EFT/Tapping, and believing in your dreams. During this episode, Gala and I discuss the secrets to a successful manifestation practice, the importance of surrendering (and what that really means), tending to your inner-child, and getting to the core of what you truly desire in this lifetime. Paid subscribers receive full audio and written transcription.