
The Moon in Carolina
The Moon in Carolina Podcast, by Shelby Bundy, discusses life and personal growth through the lens of spirituality, astrology, and mythology. Shelby is the creatrix behind the brand Tamed Wild and is a former Baptist turned Pagan. From filing for bankruptcy and meeting the repo man to living in a historical mansion full of ghosts, Shelby shares her story with candid openness and honesty. From retelling myths and folklore to discussing religion and the wheel of the year, The Moon in Carolina explores the sacred and the everyday in a way that is both relatable and engaging.Shelby is a published author, archetypal astrologer, certified Jungian Coach, and a lover of tarot, history and myth. She has a BA Anthropology and is pursuing a Master's in Ancient Religions. She is a Cancer Sun, Leo Rising, and Libra Moon and lives in the woods of North Carolina.
Latest episodes

Aug 14, 2024 β’ 25min
Eps. 23: Tamed Wild Creation Story
In episode 23 of The Moon in Carolina podcast, host and Tamed Wild Creatrix Shelby Bundy shares the story of how the popular online shop came to be. Beginning in 2016 as a product line mixed in the kitchen to a successful subscription box, storefront, and presence with over 450k combined social media followers, this small idea quickly grew into a dynamic business and community. This episode shares the path taken to get there and how one small thing can change everything. β¨ Courses led by Shelby:Learn Myth, Astrology, Tarot, Shadow Work, and all things magickal at TenthHouseRising.com, a school by Tamed Wild. A new course starts each month. Live sessions with recorded replays are available.π€ Follow me on Substack!Weekly musings, storytelling prompts, myth & lore.π§ββοΈ Join The Coven by Tamed Wild! Weekly live calls & astrology chats, full & new moon gatherings, monthly webinar, and much more. 30 day free trial at TamedWildCoven.com ! π€ Free Workbooks are Here! ποΈ Podcast Details: Instagram: @themoonincarolinaProduction by Julio MonteroMusic: Folklore, by Taizo Audio

Jul 23, 2024 β’ 24min
Eps. 22: The Moon & The Mother
In Episode 22, Shelby discusses Cancer Season, the archetype of the mother, and the moon through myth and lore. From Selene and Artemis to Lycanthropes and the Man in the Moon, this episode pays homage to our night time luminary by sharing stories that have survived throughout time.β¨ Courses led by Shelby:Learn Myth, Astrology, Tarot, Shadow Work, and all things magickal at TenthHouseRising.com, a school by Tamed Wild. A new course starts each month. Live sessions with recorded replays are available.π€ Follow me on Substack!Weekly musings, storytelling prompts, myth & lore.π§ββοΈ Join The Coven by Tamed Wild! Weekly live calls & astrology chats, full & new moon gatherings, monthly webinar, and much more. 30 day free trial at TamedWildCoven.com ! π€ Free Workbooks are Here! ποΈ Podcast Details: Instagram: @themoonincarolinaProduction by Julio MonteroMusic: Folklore, by Taizo Audio

Jul 3, 2024 β’ 1h 6min
Eps. 21: Christian to Pagan with Ariel Halka
In this episode, Shelby sits down with her good friend Ariel Halka to share their experiences moving away from the church and into Paganism. Ariel was raised Methodist, sang in the church choir, and was the stepdaughter of a minister before choosing a different path. In a vulnerable and open conversation, Ariel and Shelby discuss common misconceptions surrounding witchcraft, their relationship with Jesus, embracing multiple deities, and seeking out the Goddess. Ariel can be found on Instagram at @flameofthefae .β¨ Courses led by Shelby:Learn Myth, Astrology, Tarot, Shadow Work, and all things magickal at TenthHouseRising.com, a school by Tamed Wild. A new course starts each month. Live sessions with recorded replays are available.π€ Follow me on Substack!Weekly musings, storytelling prompts, myth & lore.π§ββοΈ Join The Coven by Tamed Wild! Weekly live calls & astrology chats, full & new moon gatherings, monthly webinar, and much more. 30 day free trial at TamedWildCoven.com ! π€ Free Workbooks are Here! ποΈ Podcast Details: Instagram: @themoonincarolinaProduction by Julio MonteroMusic: Folklore, by Taizo Audio

Jun 19, 2024 β’ 57min
Eps. 20: Telling the Bees with Kristin Lisenby
In this episode, Shelby welcomes her long-time friend and Tamed Wild collaborator, Kristin Lisenby, to the pod. Kristin is the cohost of the TW podcast, Magick & Alchemy, an author of children's fairytale books, and a green witch living on an island in the middle of the Atlantic. Together, these two chat about the summer solstice, the power of fables and fairytales, and Kristin's new book, Telling the Bees.Links & Mentions:Little Witch Books & Telling the BeesThrifted Book: Once Upon a Midlife by Allen B. Chinen, M.D.β¨ Courses led by Shelby:Learn Myth, Astrology, Tarot, Shadow Work, and all things magickal at TenthHouseRising.com, a school by Tamed Wild. A new course starts each month. Live sessions with recorded replays are available.π€ Follow me on Substack!Weekly musings, storytelling prompts, myth & lore.π§ββοΈ Join The Coven by Tamed Wild! Weekly live calls & astrology chats, full & new moon gatherings, monthly webinar, and much more. 30 day free trial at TamedWildCoven.com ! π€ Free Workbooks are Here! ποΈ Podcast Details: Instagram: @themoonincarolinaProduction by Julio MonteroMusic: Folklore, by Taizo Audio

May 22, 2024 β’ 40min
Eps. 19: Myth and the Bible
In this episode, Shelby shares some of her favorite biblical stories inspired by earlier myths. Stories like the great flood, the Tower of Babel, and even the birth of Christ are believed by many to have been inspired by mythologies that predate the Good Book by thousands of years. In this episode, Shelby shares these myths while discussing the underlying lessons they were meant to teach and the common threads between them and the scripture.β¨ Courses led by Shelby:Learn Myth, Astrology, Tarot, Shadow Work, and all things magickal at TenthHouseRising.com, a school by Tamed Wild. A new course starts each month. Live sessions with recorded replays are available.π€ Follow me on Substack!Weekly musings, storytelling prompts, myth & lore.π§ββοΈ Join The Coven by Tamed Wild! Weekly live calls & astrology chats, full & new moon gatherings, monthly webinar, and much more. 30 day free trial at TamedWildCoven.com ! π€ Free Workbooks are Here! ποΈ Podcast Details: Instagram: @themoonincarolinaProduction by Julio MonteroMusic: Folklore, by Taizo Audio

May 8, 2024 β’ 17min
Eps. 18: Mothers in Myth
In this episode, Shelby shares the different mother archetypes as they appear in myth. Exploring the stories of Gaia, Hera, Yashoda, Thetis, and Maia, we find among them the nurturing mother, the foster mother, the mother in spirit, and other manifestations of the caretaker role. β¨ Courses led by Shelby:Learn Myth, Astrology, Tarot, Shadow Work, and all things magickal at TenthHouseRising.com, a school by Tamed Wild. A new course starts each month. Live sessions with recorded replays are available.π€ Follow me on Substack!Weekly musings, storytelling prompts, myth & lore.π§ββοΈ Join The Coven by Tamed Wild! Weekly live calls & astrology chats, full & new moon gatherings, monthly webinar, and much more. 30 day free trial at TamedWildCoven.com ! π€ Free Workbooks are Here! ποΈ Podcast Details: Instagram: @themoonincarolinaProduction by Julio MonteroMusic: Folklore, by Taizo Audio

Apr 24, 2024 β’ 1h 1min
Eps. 17: Cups of the Tarot with Maria the Arcane
In this episode, Shelby welcomes back tarot reader and witchy photographer, Maria the Arcane. Together, they walk through each card in the Cup suit, discussing their different interpretations and ways the cards show up in readings.You can find Maria on Instagram, @mariathearcane . Her podcast and website is Coffee & Cauldrons .β¨ Courses led by Shelby:Learn Myth, Astrology, Tarot, Shadow Work, and all things magickal at TenthHouseRising.com, a school by Tamed Wild. A new course starts each month. Live sessions with recorded replays are available.π€ Follow me on Substack!Weekly musings, storytelling prompts, myth & lore.π§ββοΈ Join The Coven by Tamed Wild! Weekly live calls & astrology chats, full & new moon gatherings, monthly webinar, and much more. 30 day free trial at TamedWildCoven.com ! π€ Free Workbooks are Here! ποΈ Podcast Details: Instagram: @themoonincarolinaProduction by Julio MonteroMusic: Folklore, by Taizo Audio

Apr 10, 2024 β’ 57min
Eps. 16: Wands of the Tarot with Maria the Arcane
In this episode, two tarot readers share their perspectives on the suit of Wands in the Tarot, Ace through King. With different approaches and interpretations, Shelby & Maria talk all things tarot and divination while discussing different ways the cards can show up in a reading.You can find Maria on instagram @mariathearcaneβ¨ Courses led by Shelby:Learn Myth, Astrology, Tarot, Shadow Work, and all things magickal at TenthHouseRising.com, a school by Tamed Wild. A new course starts each month. Live sessions with recorded replays are available.π€ Follow me on Substack!Weekly musings, storytelling prompts, myth & lore.π§ββοΈ Join The Coven by Tamed Wild! Weekly live calls & astrology chats, full & new moon gatherings, monthly webinar, and much more. 30 day free trial at TamedWildCoven.com ! π€ Free Workbooks are Here! ποΈ Podcast Details: Instagram: @themoonincarolinaProduction by Julio MonteroMusic: Folklore, by Taizo Audio

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Mar 27, 2024 β’ 25min
Eps. 15: Myths & Goddesses of Spring
Explore the enchanting myths of spring and the powerful goddesses that embody the season. Delve into the celebration of Ostara, a time of renewal and rebirth, through ancient rituals and modern interpretations. Uncover the Norse tale of Eden, whose abduction leads to a quest for restoration and vitality. Discover the wisdom of deities like Demeter and Saraswati, and how their legacies inspire creativity and nurturing in our lives. Embrace the awakening of spring and reflect on your own aspirations in this vibrant season.

Mar 13, 2024 β’ 19min
Eps. 14: Moon Stories: Leo - Libra
In this episode, Shelby shares three short narratives about the moons journey through the cosmos. Beginning with Leo through Libra, these narratives were written to give story to the energies present during moon transits and to introduce a different way of understanding moon transits. Taking an archetypal approach to the planets, these narratives explore the relationship between the moon and her "host" as if they were friends spending the weekend together. This is part one in a series that will continue throughout the zodiac.β¨ Courses led by Shelby:Learn Myth, Astrology, Tarot, Shadow Work, and all things magickal at TenthHouseRising.com, a school by Tamed Wild. A new course starts each month. Live sessions with recorded replays are available.π€ Follow me on Substack!Weekly musings, storytelling prompts, myth & lore.π§ββοΈ Join The Coven by Tamed Wild! Weekly live calls & astrology chats, full & new moon gatherings, monthly webinar, and much more. 30 day free trial at TamedWildCoven.com ! π€ Free Workbooks are Here! ποΈ Podcast Details: Instagram: @themoonincarolinaProduction by Julio MonteroMusic: Folklore, by Taizo Audio