Kinship Tarot

In this episode of Kinship Tarot , Lauren and Anna explore a rare and powerful energetic convergence: the New Moon in Pisces, the end of Mercury Retrograde, and the Spring Equinox (Ostara), all unfolding within days of each other. They unpack how this “trifecta of intensity” offers a once-in-a-generation opportunity for release, reflection, and renewal—moving from deep intuitive listening to forwa...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot, Lauren and Anna explore the themes of the full moon in Leo, also known as the Snow Moon, and its significance in relation to growth and transformation. To celebrate the Leo, they deep dive into the symbolism of lions in tarot, discussing key cards: Strength, Wheel of Fortune, World card, Two of Cups, and King of Wands. The conversation emphasizes the importance of...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot , Lauren and Anna talk Capricorn season and how this time of year invites grounding, reflection, and resilience. They explore Capricorn as the mythical sea-goat, along with themes of staying the course. Turning to tarot, they discuss The Devil as the major arcana card associated with Capricorn season, looking at temptation, accountability, harmful cycles, shadow wo...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot , Lauren and Anna explore how to use tarot for welcoming the New Year, with a special focus on the Wheel of Fortune as the 2026 Card of the Year. Together, they touch on the card’s rich history, introduce its themes of change and share interpretations from contemporary decks and tarot writers. They then discuss how to calculate and work with your personal Card of t...

In this cozy seasonal episode of Kinship Tarot , Lauren and Anna explore the history and magic of Yule and the Winter Solstice, honoring this ancient celebration of darkness, renewal, and the returning Sun. They discuss their connection to introspection and rebirth, and reflect on how these themes intertwine with tarot—highlighting wintery symbolism and regenerative energy. The episode features a...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot , Lauren and Anna explore the celebration of Ostara , the Spring Equinox, and its connections to tarot. They discuss the history of Ostara, its symbolism of renewal and balance, and the ways it has been honored in Pagan traditions. They highlight tarot cards associated with Ostara’s themes, including The Fool , The Empress , The Sun , and key Minor Arcana cards tha...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot , Lauren and Anna dive into the energy of Aquarius Season, exploring its themes of innovation, independence, and rebellion. They discuss how this air sign encourages us to embrace authenticity, challenge norms, and foster community, touching on key astrological dates and the cultural impact of the Age of Aquarius . The tarot connections include the Star card, repre...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot , hosts Lauren and Anna introduce tarot practices and rituals to guide you into the New Year. They explore the Year Card for 2025–the Hermit–discussing its themes of introspection, inner wisdom, and community connection. Lauren and Anna also share how to calculate your personal Year Card and offer creative ways to work with it throughout the year, from journaling p...

In this festive episode of Kinship Tarot , hosts Lauren and Anna explore connections between tarot cards and the Christmas season. They discuss tarot cards that align with the themes of the holidays, such as the Lovers, the Hermit, and the Star, and draw parallels between the Hero’s Journey and the structure of Hallmark Christmas movies. Lauren and Anna also showcase Christmas-themed tarot decks,...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot , Lauren and Anna explore some of the connections between tarot and family. From major arcana archetypes like the nurturing Empress, to the unconditional love of the Ten of Cups, tarot cards can offer insights into family roles, chosen families, and the challenges and joys of familial relationships. The hosts also discuss using tarot spreads to navigate family dyna...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot , hosts Lauren and Anna explore the connections between tarot and tattoos. They dive into tarot decks that incorporate tattoo symbolism, from Tattoo Tarot to Light Seers , discussing how tattoos in tarot cards add layers of meaning. The hosts also share ideas for personal tarot-inspired tattoos, from Major Arcana cards like Strength or the Fool to creative combinat...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot , hosts Lauren and Anna explore how tarot can be used as a tool for resistance to Trump-era politics. They discuss tarot cards that resonate with themes of power and resistance, from cards like the Devil and Emperor, to resistance cards that celebrate community and strength, such as the 3 of Cups and 7 of Wands. Lauren and Anna also highlight feminist and queer tar...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot , hosts Lauren and Anna explore the spiritual and astrological significance of the Beaver Full Moon, the final supermoon of the year. They discuss how this moon invites us to prepare for winter, much like animals gathering resources for the colder months, making it a time for evaluating our own resources—both physical and emotional—and making any necessary adjustme...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot , hosts Lauren and Anna explore Scorpio season and its transformative energy. They look at Scorpio’s connection to the 8th house, which governs themes of death, rebirth, and life-changing experiences. Tarot cards associated with Scorpio, like Death and the 5, 6, and 7 of Cups, embody transformation and emotional depth. Lauren and Anna also provide a special Scorpio...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot , hosts Lauren and Anna look at some of the history and traditions of Samhain and the Day of the Dead, two holidays that celebrate and honor our ancestors. They also share tarot decks that draw inspiration from these traditions, using the Santa Muerte Tarot deck and a “Beyond the Veil” spread. The episode wraps up with witchy tips for creating a Samhain altar and a...

In this spooky season episode of Kinship Tarot , hosts Lauren and Anna introduce the origins of the term "spooky season" and explore the cultural and psychological reasons behind the growing fascination with spooky culture, from horror movies to the reclamation of witchy traditions. Lauren and Anna also share some of their favorite spooky tarot decks, including Supernatural and The Nightmare Befor...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot, hosts Lauren and Anna look at astrological houses and their connection to tarot, in celebration of Lauren's upcoming birthday. They explain how the twelve astrological houses represent different aspects of life, from identity and relationships to career and spiritual growth. The hosts guide listeners through the process of reading a birth chart, sharing insights f...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot, hosts Lauren and Anna introduce Libra season looking at how to find balance in life, using tarot and witchy wisdom. They discuss the astrological significance of Libra and its associations to balance, justice, and decision-making. They explore tarot cards associated with Libra, including Justice, the 2,3 and 4 of swords, and the King of Cups, while also sharing in...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot, hosts Lauren and Anna explore the Harvest full moon and the Autumn Equinox. They dive into the history of the equinox, which marks the balance between day and night, and its connection to harvest traditions around the world, including Pagan Mabon celebrations and festivals like Japan’s Higan and China’s Mid-Autumn Festival. The discussion also touches on how the e...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot, hosts Lauren and Anna explore tarot and interpreting weather in the cards. They discuss three different ways weather is read in tarot–by the card elements, astrology and the scenes depicted in each individual card. The episode includes a Mind-Body-Spirit spread exercise to try out reading weather in tarot. We also share witchy tips on using weather elements in man...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot , Lauren and Anna explore the powerful connections between tarot and the concept of home. From the symbolism of homes in various tarot cards to spreads designed for home-related questions, this episode provides insightful reflections on how the tarot can help us understand and nurture our living spaces. The hosts also share a few witchy rituals for cleansing and pr...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot, hosts Lauren and Anna explore the world of tarot reversals, diving into the history, methods, and meanings of reading tarot cards in reverse. They begin by explaining what reversals are and discussing the debate over whether to read them, especially for beginners. They then share techniques for reading reversals, highlighting how reversals can reveal hidden opport...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot, hosts Lauren and Anna explore how tarot can guide you through break-ups and endings. They discuss the tarot as a journey, examining the Major Arcana and numerology in each suit to understand cycles of beginnings and endings. Lauren and Anna highlight key tarot cards associated with loss, such as the Tower, Death, Hanged Man, and the Moon, and offer insights into h...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot, hosts Lauren and Anna explore the themes of strength and the Leo season. They chat about the bold and fiery traits of Leos, breaking down what makes this sign tick, and how its decans influence personality. They explore the Strength card in tarot, its rich history, and its special connection to Leo, plus they highlight the Decan cards, 5, 6, and 7 of Wands. Lauren...

In this episode of Kinship Tarot, hosts Lauren and Anna dive into the fascinating world of Chakras and their connection to Tarot. They begin by exploring the history and significance of chakras, originating from ancient Indian traditions. Discussing how chakras have been integrated into contemporary practices of healing and tarot, they look at different interpretations of the alignment between tar...