Wildly Tarot Podcast

Winter Solstice Reading

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)

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

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 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 join our Wildy Tarot Patreon , Facebook Group and Discord Server! You can follow us on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 

Journey of the Sacred Bee Tarot

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? 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 on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 

Prairie Majesty Oracle

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: @amyputneykoenigFB: @amyputneykoenig
You can find the creator, Kara at: www.joyfulresonance.comIG: @karavenjoyFB: @joyfulresonance.kara
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 on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 

Questions!

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 follow us on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 

You are Enough

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

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 on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 

Arcana Iris Sacra Tarot

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 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 on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 

Gorgon's Tarot

In this week's episode we jump right into things and skip the banter so we can get to our super special announcement that we have for you in the middle of the show! Our first question asks specifics about deck creation, how to publish, tools to use, and pointers for the creation process. Follow FablesDen and CardsMadeMirror and their Precious Possum Lenormand deck to get in touch with some amazing creators. We also recommend Benebell Wen's course on Publishing your own Indie Deck which is basically all the information you could ever want or need at an affordable price. Our second question is about the possibility of being a Tarot Reading Drag Performer and how that would look for our querent. Our deck in this episode is the Gorgon's Tarot (mini bundle edition)! 
 
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 on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 

Star Seeker Tarot

In this episode, Holly and Esther begin by recommending things recently that have brought them joy, the British TV show, Taskmaster and Mariah Carey's autobiography in audiobook form.
Our first querent for the episode asks how to progress from online teaching to a hybrid model and how to support themselves and their student in the process. Our second querent feels stuck in their spiritual life and like they're going in circles or constantly taking steps backwards in their journey. Our deck for this episode is Star Seeker Tarot by TheVanMystic!
 
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 on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 

Four Twenty Tarot

추석 잘 보내세요! Happy Chuseok!!! Esther and Holly talk about Korean thanksgiving and 'Performative Fall' by going through the motions of pretending it's fall when it's still 100 degrees outside.Our questions for the episode are about our first Querent taking a paranormal turn in writing and how our second Querent can share with their wife about their passion for Tarot. 
Our deck of the week is the Four Twenty Tarot by Julianna Rose! 
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 on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 

Memento Mori Oracle

Happy Mabon! For the month of August we donated to the Black Writers Collective !In our first question our querent asks about an new course they'll be offering and the imposter syndrome is preventing them from knowing if this is the right decision or not. Our second question asks about whether or not to move forward with their podcast or not. Our deck for the episode is the Memento Mori Oracle by Claire at Black and the Moon ! You can listen to her podcast through your fave podcast app or click here to listen online! You can also join her Patreon for behind the scenes content! 
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 on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 

Tarotorial Training Tarot

In this episode Holly and Esther are so excited to see each other for the first time in 3 weeks that the episode is just pure chaotic joy. We answer three listener questions about transitioning to a long distance relationship, how to resolve conflict with a friend and business partner, and how parents can be supportive of their daughter. 
Our deck of the Week is the Tarotorial Training Tarot Deck by Oak Grove Mercantile!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 on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 
Go forth and Tarot Wildly! We love you!

Morning Calm Oracle : An Interview with Seo Kelleher

We are so excited to bring you this interview with the author of "Don't be a B*tch, Be an Alpha" and creator of Morning Calm Oracle, Seo Kelleher! Seo gives us special insight into the creation process of Morning Calm Oracle and we talk about Korean Spirituality and how its influence is woven all through the deck. You can support the deck on Kickstarter where it will be listed until September 24th! Seo can be found on Instagram , so give her a follow there!
Interact with us between episodes and join our Wildy Tarot Patreon , Facebook Group and Discord Server! You can follow us on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 
Go forth and Tarot Wildly! We love you!

Our Tarot : An Interview with Sarah Shipman

We are so excited to bring you this interview with the creator of Our Tarot, Sarah Shipman! This deck forever changed our lives (as you'll hear in the episode) and we just enjoyed historically gushing over the iconic women included in this deck. You can pre-order the deck on Amazon, Barnes and Noble , Waterstones, and listed on Indiebound!
Sarah can be found on Instagram and TikTok, so give her a follow!
Interact with us between episodes and join our Wildy Tarot Patreon , Facebook Group and Discord Server! You can follow us on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 
Go forth and Tarot Wildly! We love you!

Re-Release: Sawyer's Lenormand

The show notes for this episode are a bit extensive because we're covering the basics of Lenormand! In our 'Pixie's Astounding Lenormand' episode we talked more about the history of Lenormand, but as we're diving deeper into our 'Lenny' journeys we are excited to share with our listeners what we have learned and how we have integrated it into our own practices. Therefore our notes are sort of our sources for the episode are what we think the best sources for learning Lenormand!First, Toni Puhle's Udemy Lenormand courses are on MAJOR sale as of the publishing of this episode, but if you miss the sale Udemy frequently puts classes on sale so be sure to check back at a later date!
Learn to Read Lenormand Cards Level 1 - Card Meanings and small Lenormand Spreads. 
Learn to Read Lenormand Cards Level 2 - Vertical and Horizontal Interactions and cross spreads.
Lenormand Cards Grand Tableau (GT) Game of Hope Techniques - Learn how to read the Grand Tableau! 
Toni also has some amazing Youtube videos to help you on your journey of learning Lenormand. Check out her entire Lenormand Playlist for more than just what we recommend below!
Asking the right questions
Lenormand Dailies 
Testing your cards
Lenormand 9 Card Spread
Reading a Grand Tableau 
Secondly, other recommended resources for this episode are Björn Meuris' Petit Lenormand Encyclopedia for an excellent beginner's guide to Lenormand with excellent meanings, spreads, and exercises! Labrynthos Academy also has quick Lenormand keywords you can find on their app (iOS/Android) as well as a library of card meanings on their website. Also check out Cafe Lenormand for a wealth of information about Meanings, spreads, combinations, and journaling!
Thirdly, our deck of the week is Sawyer's Lenormand which is a great deck for beginner and seasoned Lenormand readers alike! You can follow Jamie on Instagram where through the month of November she will be showcasing a Lenormand card and the meanings we can glean from it! Check out our website to submit questions for the pod and to shop all of our reviewed decks and books. To interact with us between episodes join our Wildy Tarot Patreon and Facebook Group! You can follow us on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 
Go forth and Tarot Wildly! We love you!
 
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Golden Girls Tarot

In this episode, Esther and Holly dress for the episode by wearing giant floral dressing gowns to celebrate Golden Girls tarot! Our first querent for the episode asks about temporarily moving back in with their parents who won't allow tarot, crystals, or anything remotely occult-ish into their home. Our second question is giving advice to get more clarity from a reading about getting through an emotionally difficult time. Our deck for the episode is the exciting, vibrant, and brilliant Golden Girls Tarot! You can check out the blog post we recommend you reading if you're a fan of the show or want Golden Girls themed spreads visit Golden Girls Fashion's review of Golden Girl Tarot. Holly also strongly suggests you read "My First Five Husbands and the Ones that Got Away" by Rue McClanahan
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 on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 
Go forth and Tarot Wildly! We love you!

Re-Release: Pixie's Astounding Lenormand

In this episode the gals talk about Holly "Queen of Pentacles-ing" the heck out of Esther when she comes to visit, use Tarot and Lenormand cards to confirm a reading, and taking a deep dive into all things 'Lenny' with Pixie's Astounding Lenormand. We talk a lot about Edmund Zebrowski's method of creating these cards from Pixie's original artwork and you can read more about that on his website!
Deck of the Week: Pixie's Astounding Lenormand
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Go forth and Tarot Wildly!

Oriens Tarot

In this episode, we begin talking about Holly's big birthday surprise for Esther. Our questions for the episode surround new jobs and the job atmosphere they're walking into. (Spoiler alert! Our second question is also from Holly's sister, Katie!!!!)
The deck we review this episode is Ambisun's beautiful and extremely thoughtful animal themed, Oriens Tarot. It's official, the quokkas broke us and our cute aggression is off the charts!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 on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 
Go forth and Tarot Wildly! We love you!

Re-Release: A Good Place to Start [101]

In this episode we talk about the tarot readings that appeared in the new Netflix movie, Wine Country. The 10 of Pentacles as our card of the day stays very present during the episode in the form of a 65-lbs dog named Mac! We continue with our 'Good Place to Start' series by talking about grounding, good beginner spreads, phrasing questions, and tarot reader ethics. Our question of the day quickly gets house witchy when our listener seeks guidance on her move and how to celebrate her new space. Our deck of the week is the good old Borderless Smith-Waite Tarot deck! 
 
Resources we mentioned in this episode are Mrs. B's Guide to Household Witchery and Japaridze 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 on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 
Go forth and Tarot Wildly! We love you!

Monster Lenormand

Holly and Esther discuss the new Wondery Podcast they both binged called "Guru". A definite must listen for anyone who is a seeker in the spiritual community or enjoys self-help books and speakers. The first question of the episode asks about getting out of a negative mindset, and our second question asks about a job opportunity. Our deck of the episode is the adorable Monster Lenormand by Jess Rollar.
 
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 on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 
Go forth and Tarot Wildly! We love you!

Re-Release : A Good Place to Start

This is A Good Place to Start! In this episode we go over what you can expect right out of the box when you open your first tarot deck, how we read court cards, finding tarot decks and what to do after you start shuffling. We also get a little Pagan by doing an Ostara themed reading for the podcast with a fantastic spread from BujoWitchcraft and we get into our normal flow of things with our very excited review of the the absolutely outstanding Mermaid Tarot. (With a surprising new parameter!) 
Deck of the Week: Mermaid Tarot by Leeza Robertson and Julie Dillon 
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 on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 
Go forth and Tarot Wildly! We love you!

Mythical Creatures Tarot

Holly and Esther begin the episode discussing the amazing Spread Machine Cards and Oracle Kickstarter deck from Kim (FablesDen). Our first question of the episode dives deep into our querent dealing with their MAGA family members and creating boundaries. Our second question asks about our favorite Tarot Courses and here are a few we mentioned in the episode, so definitely check them out!
Benebell Wen's Courses
Ethony's Summer School Offerings
Little Red Tarot's Alternative Tarot course
52 Days with your Tarot Deck course from OTM_Academy and Kialagives on Instagram
Our deck of the week is Mythical Creatures Tarot from Baba Studios. We go into a little of the controversy surrounding one of the creators of the deck and her anti-Chinese remarks made after our decision to review this deck. You can see a full rundown thanks to Benebell Wen's blog post.
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 on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 
Go forth and Tarot Wildly! We love you!
 

Astrosoul Oracle Deck

This month Wildly Tarot has donated to this much is Rachel Cargle's The Loveland Foundation that an is organization committed to showing up for communities of color in unique and powerful ways, with a particular focus on Black women and girls. This episode is a little more heavy handed on the spiritual and astrology side than the tarot side! Don't worry, tarot is involved, but a deep discussion about ancestors and colonization comes before the tarot enters the discussion. Insta posts mentioned by Esther were by Jessyka from Haus of Hoodoo and Michael from Oldeways. 
Our deck of the week is the beautiful astrologically based Astrosoul Oracle Deck  by Anandamana on Instagram! Holly and Esther rave about this minimalist deck with the perfect amount of navy and gold inlay. We also discuss in-depth the difference between matte card stock and rose petal card stock finishes. 
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 on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 
Go forth and Tarot Wildly! We love you!

Dark Days Tarot

In this episode Holly mistakes "I'll be Gone in the Dark" documentary with "What we do in the Shadows" comedy and hilarity ensues. Our first question of the week asks how and where to sell collectible decks and our second question is what to do about a persistent stalker card that shows up in every reading for our querent. Our deck of the week is the very Moon inspired Dark Days Tarot by Wren McMurdo Brignac, Schquay Brignac, with guidebook written by Emily Mundy. It was kismet that we reviewed this heavily moon and water thematic deck during the first week of Cancer season! 
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 and Facebook Group! You can follow us on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 
Go forth and Tarot Wildly! We love you!

Kaleidadope Tarot

Holly begins this episode raving about the new and surprisingly witchy novel by Talia Hibbert called, "Take a Hint, Dani Brown" and Esther adds suggestions to check out Beverly Jenkin's recent twitter threads to find black romance authors in different sub-genres. (Found Here , here, here , and here)
Our questions for the episode involve how to get unstuck from a job and press forward into financial abundance and pursuing a possible relationship in the time of COVID. Our deck of the week is the Kaleidadope Tarot by Krystal Banner! We love this modern, joyful, and pop culture infused deck. Also be sure to check out their Kickstarter for their special edition Major Arcana, 2020 Visions Tarot, inspired by the events of 2020! 
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 and Facebook Group! You can follow us on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 
Go forth and Tarot Wildly! We love you!

Deck Parameters

In this episode Esther and Holly begin the episode by admitting to past oversights and committing to supporting the Black community long term by being more intentional about supporting Black tarot and oracle deck creators in the future. As well as vocally and monetarily supporting organizations on a monthly basis. The querents for this episode ask questions about how to stop the cycle of choosing emotionally unavailable men and entertaining a job offer and what it would look like if they chased after that opportunity. Our deck for the episode has been replaced by a brainstorming session about our deck parameters and how we as a podcast can be more inclusive of things our listeners want to hear about the decks we review. If you have any ideas or opinions about our parameters, please email us at wildlytarotpodcast@gmail.com
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 and Facebook Group! You can follow us on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 
Go forth and Tarot Wildly! We love you!

#AmplifyBlackVoices

Standing in solidarity with our Black friends, followers, family, and colleagues and to support the efforts of Black Lives Matter in response to the police murder and brutalization of Black Americans, we are participating in the #podcastblackout and #amplifyblackvoices movements and we are not having a regularly scheduled episode this week. Instead check out Black creators that we recommend in this episode. 
Stars on Fire Podcast - Astro podcast through the lens of pop culture and current events.
Talking Tarot with the Stone Fox - A podcast that integrates tarot and mystical practices.The Killing of Freddie Gray - Deep dive into the death of Freddie Gray with Addendum episodes hosted by D. Watkins. Scam Goddess  - A comedy true crime podcast dedicated to fraud and all those who practice it.Good Ancestor Podcast - Layla Saad has conversations With Change-Makers & Culture-Shapers about what it means to become a Good Ancestor. 1619 Podcast - An audio series on how slavery has transformed America, connecting past and present through the oldest form of storytelling.Sparkle Divine Tarot - Havana's channel on Youtube that includes tarot deck walk-throughs, reviews, and hauls!
Abundant Life Tarot - Kim's Youtube channel includes deck combos, unboxings, and favorite thematic decks. A must watch video is "8 Minutes and 46 Seconds". 
Black Chick Lit Podcast - A twice-monthly podcast that talks books by and for black women.
Ice Planet Podcast - A weekly in-depth discussion of every character and plot point of Ruby Dixon's "Ice Planet Barbarians" romance series. Because why not?The Black Witch Podcast - A podcast dedicated to destigmatizing mysticism through conversation that integrates spirituality & everyday life.Lil' Black Witch Podcast - A podcast with minorities in mind created by Black Women in love with the human race.Book Recommendations - If you're unsure where to get started, we have a list of books in the post for this episode. Please consider donating to one of the many Bail Funds for Protesters across the Country. This episode is dedicated to the lives, memories, and loved ones of Ahmaud Aubrey, Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, Tony McDade, Sean Reed, and to everyone who fights police brutality in their name.

Hush Tarot

In this episode, Esther and Holly talk about TV shows they used to watch as teenagers now being available on pluto.tv for absolutely free! Our first question of the episode asks what to do about decks that stick together and our second querent asks how to compensate for past mistakes and reconcile the past and present version of themselves. 
Our deck of the week is the beautiful macabre deck, Hush Tarot, but it's a rare episode where neither Esther nor Holly like the deck. *shocking* Listen now to hear our thoughts and let us know what you think!
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 and Facebook Group! You can follow us on Instagram, and while you're there you can also follow Holly and Esther. 
Go forth and Tarot Wildly! We love you!