Guest T. Susan Chang is a writer, podcaster, and teacher of tarot, the most commonly recognized modern form of divination. The archetypal symbols in the tarot’s 78 card deck offer gateways to meaning and mystery. Jung says symbols act as transformers—life energy is converted from a lower to higher form by the amplification that consciousness provides. Tarot divination is intended to break from the mundane and court the numinous. It asks that we set logic aside, surrender doubt, and step unafraid into the space between realms. As with dreams, whatever arises will tell us something we don’t know and can use. Jung said that the “redeeming symbol is a highway, a way upon which life can move forward without torment and compulsion.” By opening ourselves to the inexplicable, we set forth on that highway with the intent of discovering our unique pattern for personhood and purpose in the world.  A Two-Card Tarot Reading This week, in lieu of a dream interpretation, Susie agreed to do a two-card Tarot draw for all of us. The question we chose was dealing with uncertainty. The cards, visible on camera, were spread out face down, and she gently moved them around, picked up a few, and selected two. Turning them over revealed the Queen and Page of Wands, two court cards. As the Queen of Wands has an outgoing nature, she creates networks. This card indicated that we can seek support from others in a time of uncertainty. The youthful Page of Wands, at whom the Queen seemed to be gazing, has a quality of innocence and optimism as he looks outward. Altogether this draw indicates that we can choose our attitude toward uncertainty. The Queen of Wands suggests the possibility of connection with others, and the Page conveys a spirit of adventure.  References www.tsusanchang.com Podcast: Fortune’s Wheelhouse Books:  https://www.amazon.com/Tarot-Correspondences-Ancient-Secrets-Everyday/dp/0738755125/ https://www.amazon.com/36-Secrets-Decanic-Journey-through/dp/1716325099/ Tarot Deciphered https://www.amazon.com/Tarot-Deciphered-Decoding-Esoteric-Symbolism/dp/0738764477/ https://www.amazon.com/Divination-Synchronicity-Psychology-Meaningful-Studies/dp/0919123023/

T. Susan Chang, an expert in Tarot forecasting, joins Andrew B. Watt, an analytical voice in astrology, as they dissect their predictions for 2024. They humorously reflect on their personal projects while navigating the tumultuous political landscape surrounding justice and reproductive rights. The duo also examines how historical narratives are reshaped through recent archaeological findings. Plus, they explore the interplay of astrology with current events, including controversies in cryptocurrency and the implications of a lunar eclipse on accountability.

T. Susan Chang, certified professional tarot reader, discusses her latest book 'The Living Tarot' and explores topics such as creating personal correspondences, asking the right questions in divination, the ethics of tarot, exploring the symbolism of the Seven of Swords tarot card, using different decks and tools for divination, incorporating tarot into a daily practice, and the use of AI in tarot reading.