The Shuffle: Conversations on Tarot & Creativity

In today's episode, I'm interviewing Anya Bergman, a seasoned tarot reader and prolific author whose latest novel, The Tarot Reader of Versailles , tells the real-life story of Marie Antoinette’s personal tarot reader, Marie Ann Lenormand. Not only does The Tarot Reader of Versailles shine a light on the forgotten history of one of tarot’s greatest heroines, it also includes practical tarot applic...

In today's episode, author and tarot reader Chelsey Pippin Mizzi offers creative guidance for Gemini season and reflects on two Geminian archetypes: Twins Castor & Pollox, and The Lovers Tarot Card. LINKS: Subscribe to The Shuffle on Substack | Follow me on Instagram | Bonus Creative Prompts for Gemini Season This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get acc...

In today's episode, author and tarot reader Chelsey Pippin Mizzi shares how The Artist's Way and an episode of Mad Men sparked a creative identity crisis, and unpacks how Jungian Shadow Work offers a healing perspective on harsh perspectives about the concept of "shadow artists". LINKS: Read the original essay | Buy my book The Shadow Path | Subscribe to The Shuffle on Substack | Follow me on Inst...

In today's episode, author and tarot reader Chelsey Pippin Mizzi busts myths and reframes unpopular opinions about Julia Cameron's 12 week cretive recovery program, The Artist's Way. LINKS: Subscribe to The Shuffle on Substack | Follow me on Instagram | Free digital tarot journal This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit t...

In today's episode, I pull some cards and chat with author Cathryn Kemp, with whom I share an agent and a love for all things witchy. Cathryn’s novel, A Poisoner’s Tale , is set in 17th-century Italy and explores the thrilling events leading up to the execution of a mysterious woman dubbed “The Poisoner of Palermo”. The heroine (or villain, you decide) at the heart of her tale isn’t just a poisone...

In today's episode, author and tarot reader Chelsey Pippin Mizzi unravels tarot's secret creative history, and shares insights from the co-curator of the Tarot: Origins and Afterlives exhibition in London. LINKS: Tarot: Origins and Afterlives | Lock in low pricing for The Shuffle on Substack before 1 May | Follow me on Instagram | Free digital tarot journal This is a public episode. If you'd like...

Hi little coven, and happy Taurus season. Sensuous and stubborn, Taureans are known for their good taste, appreciation of creature comforts, and a committed, clear vision for what they feel is right. So, Taurus season can be an opportunity to celebrate and luxuriate in what feels good in your creative life. The creative energy Taurus offers is as rich and lush as the sign’s earthy vibes - Tauran e...