Guest Lilith Dorsey, expert in magick and spirituality, discusses their innovative approach to Tarot integrating crystals, herbs, and rituals. They reflect on interview experiences with notable figures and explore obscure topics in witchcraft, academia, and film. The podcast also touches on book selection, the evolution of witchcraft, and overcoming stigmas while embracing change.
'Tarot Every Witch Way' by Lilith Dorsey aims to make tarot accessible by incorporating recipes and practices for personal magic interpretation.
Acknowledging past witches like Deborah Lips and Silver Raven Wolf, Dorsey emphasizes the importance of tradition and inclusivity in modern witchcraft practices.
Deep dives
Lilith Dorsey's Approach to Tarot: Connecting Magic and Understanding
Lilith Dorsey, known for her work in plant science, anthropology, and film, shares insights on her new book 'Tarot Every Witch Way.' With almost 40 years of tarot reading experience, Dorsey's book aims to make tarot accessible for all witches by offering recipes and diverse practices for interpreting cards in conjunction with personal magic. By providing resources like rituals, recipes, and associations with different elements, Dorsey's approach allows practitioners to deepen their understanding of tarot on a personal level.
Forming Relationships with Tarot Decks: Sleep, Dialogue, and Personal Connection
Dorsey suggests methods for forming strong relationships with tarot decks, including placing the deck under one's pillow for dream connections and having breakfast conversations with the cards to establish a personal bond. By creating a sacred jar with a piece of food and hair from a deck, practitioners infuse their energy into the cards for a deeper spiritual connection, allowing the deck to guide them to important messages tailored to their individual needs.
Respecting Tradition in Witchcraft: Honoring Icons and Historical Practices
Acknowledging the significance of tradition in witchcraft, Dorsey emphasizes the importance of saluting witches from past decades who bravely practiced in adverse conditions. By including iconic figures like Deborah Lips and Silver Raven Wolf in her book, Dorsey pays tribute to those who paved the way for modern practitioners. She highlights the resilience of early witches who faced societal challenges and advocated for a more inclusive and respectful approach to witchcraft.
Exploring Pop Culture with a Witchy Twist: The Pop a Culture Show
Dorsey delves into the fusion of film, academia, and witchcraft through the 'Pop a Culture Show', a platform where she and co-host Jason Winslaid explore various movies and shows with mystical elements. The show's episodes range from classic references like 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' to unconventional picks such as 'Jodorowsky' and 'Darby O'Gill and the Little People'. By infusing their experience as academics and practitioners, Dorsey and Winslaid offer a unique perspective on pop culture intertwined with magic and spirituality.