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In episode 368 astrologer and tarot reader Joy Vernon joins Chris in the studio for a casual chat about tarot, astrology, and a number of related metaphysical topics. Joy has been practicing tarot for more than 30 years, and has organized several local groups and conferences for tarot readers. During the course of the episode we talk about Chris' recent interest in tarot, the history of the popular Rider-Waite-Smith tarot deck, the connections between astrology and tarot, and Saturn as feminine in the tree of life. For more information about Joy visit her website: JoyVernon.com This episode is available in both audio and video versions below. Timestamps 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:20 Tarot as form of divination 00:05:00 How does tarot work? 00:09:35 Astrology vs. tarot 00:13:38 Tarot symbolism 00:18:10 Joy's approach to teaching tarot 00:24:57 Joy’s role in Austin joining the forecast episodes 00:27:38 Rider-Waite-Smith deck 00:33:40 Tarot, astrology, and images 00:47:28 History of the Rider-Waite-Smith deck 00:53:35 In-person consultations 01:02:33 Self-publishing vs. traditional publishing 01:10:12 Rise of tarot/astrology blend 01:31:08 Does any divination system work? 01:40:57 Finding a system and approach 01:46:00 Saturn as feminine and the Tree of Life 02:01:37 Joy's website and programs 02:03:57 Patrons and sponsors   Watch the Video Version of This Episode Watch the video version of this episode on tarot and astrology on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IxPST2Vp2MY - Transcript A full transcript of this episode is available: Episode 368 transcript Listen to the Audio Version of This Episode Listen to the audio version of this episode or download it as an MP3: