BTP214: How to Spot a Fake Tarot Reader

Have you ever had one of your wildest dreams actually come true? This is what happened to Angie Banicki, a high-profile entertainment publicist who started getting recognized for her Tarot readings.  Before she knew it, word of mouth spread about her incredible readings… and she found herself reading at celebrity events for Jimmy Choo, Dior, and more! But fame doesn’t come without its consequences… In this insightful conversation, Angie shares both the rewards and challenges of reading Tarot for celebrities––and how she’s had to break through her own limiting beliefs to create her dream life doing what she loves. Tune in for: 03:27 How Angie got the call to start reading Tarot full-time 07:18 How Angie started reading for celebrities (including some names you might recognize!) 11:12 How Angie has dealt with Tarot-reading burnout 17:10 How Angie got to charging $1000 per reading 21:05 How Angie’s client dynamic has changed since increasing her prices 24:15 Angie reveals her newest project (and the obstacles along the way!) 37:20 What’s coming up next for Angie (including Tarot dinner parties!) Got a big dream yourself? Listen in now for the inspiration you need to keep going! Links Mentioned: Explorer of the Soul Deck Angie's Instagram Explorer of the Soul Instagram

Have you ever pulled a Major Arcana card and noticed its message playing out in your life for days—or even weeks—after? Here’s why… Each of the 22 Major Arcana archetypes highlight major themes that occur throughout our lives. When we tap into those themes, we start seeing how they show up for us in reality… which helps us see ourselves more clearly. And when we’re able to feel seen and witnessed through the lessons of the cards, we can then take action to make positive change. Healer and Tarot practitioner Chelsey May Orsmond has built a thriving business around helping people transform their lives through Tarot in this way. In our conversation together, Chelsey shares with me how she harnesses the Major Arcana as a potent tool for personal growth and development. Tune in for: 06:19 How Tarot is generally perceived in South Africa 14:18 Why there is no such thing as “good” or “bad” Tarot archetypes 19:57 How to meaningfully connect with Tarot archetypes in everyday life 23:04 The #1 Tarot archetype that is showing up for Chelsey right now 28:45 How Chelsey integrates archetype work with other modalities 32:36 How your archetypal strengths can actually hinder your progress in life 34:34 Chelsey and Brigit’s favorite and least favorite Major Arcana cards Listen in now to learn how to use the Major Arcana for your own archetype and shadow work! Links Mentioned: Wellness Express Wellness Express Empress Instagram Wellness Express Empress Facebook

Have you ever wondered why you’re drawn to certain interests in life? Or why you continue to play out the same behavioral patterns over and over again? The answer could be in your past lives! In this very special interview, I sit down to chat with hypnosis practitioner Jennifer Schlueter about two topics very close to my heart––hypnosis and past life regression. These widely misunderstood modalities could hold the keys to our deeper self-discovery… and Jennifer explains exactly how to tap into them to understand who we REALLY are on a soul level. Tune in for: [6:52] How hypnosis helps us accelerate spiritual and personal growth [8:52] The two root causes of most of our problems [11:09] When you should (and shouldn’t) work with a hypnosis practitioner [13:52] Do you need to believe in past lives to receive a regression? [17:34] How to use past life regression to live a life of alignment and purpose [25:19] Jennifer and Brigit’s personal past life regression stories [32:07] How to do your own past life regression Listen in now to discover how hypnosis and past lives could help you live a more whole, aligned, and fulfilling life! Links Mentioned: Free Breathwork Intuition Recording Jennifer's Instagram Jennifer's Links

If you've ever experienced burnout…  Or feel like you're constantly striving because you think you have to hustle to achieve your goals… I have some good news! There’s a better way.  You don’t have to push hard and force your way to success, despite what society tells us.    In fact, we can actually achieve a lot MORE by harmonizing with the natural rhythms––like the seasons, the menstrual cycle, and the monthly lunar cycle. Because when we do this, we feel calmer, more balanced, and have more energy. And what do all of these cycles have in common? They have periods of GROWTH followed by REST. As humans, we are not immune to these cycles (as much as we hate to admit it!). So the natural cycles encourage us not only to take action… but also to take intentional rest so we can bring our goals to life in a more sustainable way.  For years, I’ve been manifesting with the guidance of the lunar cycles. And I love this practice so much that I’ve created a Tarot spread around manifesting with the moon!  Tune in for: [2:11] How to manifest FAST using each of the 4 unique cycles of the moon [5:02] How to set up your sacred space for a powerful Full Moon Tarot spread [5:52] My favorite 6-card Tarot spread for manifesting with the Full Moon [7:52] The most important step for any manifestation Tarot spread Listen in to the episode now to get my favorite Tarot spread for manifesting with the lunar cycles! 🌕

Sometimes, our soul’s desires just won’t leave us alone until we listen to them. This was what happened for Certified Biddy Tarot Advisor Monica Vejar when she first discovered Tarot as a teen. Having grown up in a religious household, she thought Tarot was “wrong” and “evil”... but she kept feeling a strong pull to keep learning about it. Once she started actually working with the cards, she realized they could be an important ally for personal growth and mental health. Now, Monica reads Tarot for hundreds of people to help them overcome their own struggles––and is even working with her best friend on a podcast about Tarot and mental health.  And it all happened because she was willing to listen to her inner wisdom over her limiting beliefs. Tune in for: [3:14] How Monica went from a religious background to reading Tarot [6:53] How Monica finally discovered a deeper layer of her intuition [9:40] The unexpected event that changed Monica’s path forever [14:10] How Monica now offers mental health support in her Tarot readings [21:44] Monica’s advice for those struggling with Tarot and religious concerns [29:15] Monica’s thoughts on overcoming imposter syndrome for good Listen to the episode now to hear Monica’s inspiring story! Links Mentioned: Amon Din Intuitive Life Amon Din Intuitive Life Instagram

Do you ever feel like your Tarot readings are only just scratching the surface? Tapping into deep, profound insights in every reading is 100% possible––all you need is a simple shift in your approach. And it all starts with asking the right questions. Most people see this step as an afterthought. But the truth is, shifting the questions you ask can dramatically improve your Tarot readings… and even transform your life.  In this episode, I’m sharing the top 3 most powerful types of questions to ask your Tarot cards.  Get ready to walk away from every reading feeling empowered and able to create the outcome you desire. Tune in for: [1:00] The most powerful (and underrated) way to use Tarot [2:00] The biggest game-changer for high-quality Tarot readings [3:00] The 3 most powerful question to ask your Tarot cards [9:00] Questions you should NEVER ask your Tarot cards Listen to the episode now to discover the best questions to ask your Tarot cards in any situation!

Much like the Tarot, dreams can give us a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us. And when you combine Tarot and dreamwork? You get a double dose of powerful subconscious messages that can help you steer your life in a new, positive direction. In this episode, Meli De Los Santos shares how she used Tarot and dreamwork to ease her own anxiety and agoraphobia––and how she’s now helping others do the same. Tune in for: 1:06 How Meli beat anxiety and agoraphobia using Tarot and dreamwork 9:50 An easy practice to interpret your dreams with Tarot 13:00 How to prime your mind to remember your dreams  20:00 Meli interprets one of Brigit’s recurring dreams! 26:30 Are dream interpretation books helpful? 30:22 Meli’s best advice for starting out with dreamwork Listen in now to learn how you can use the dreamtime for deep personal growth! Links Mentioned: The Dream Yogi Meli's Instagram

Have you noticed how Tarot has blown up social media, especially on TikTok?  It’s amazing, right? I’m THRILLED that so many people are into Tarot now!  In fact, that’s our whole mission at Biddy Tarot—to help EVERYONE access their intuition through Tarot. But here's the thing... with Tarot's popularity growing,  a lot more people are offering readings online. And it’s becoming harder to tell which readers are genuine and which ones aren’t. That’s why it’s more important than ever to be able to recognize the signs of a fake Tarot reader. In this episode, I’ll show you how to spot a fake Tarot reader using critical thinking, careful observation, and a bit of intuition. Tune in for: [1:00] The four red flags you should ALWAYS look for before getting a Tarot reading [9:00] How to find REAL Tarot readers and sniff out the fake ones every time [11:00] How the Tarot industry is working to eliminate fake readers [13:00] The #1 tip to make sure you have a positive and authentic Tarot experience Listen to the episode now to learn how to spot a fake Tarot reader from a mile away!

One of the most magical things about Tarot is how versatile it is. I’ve truly seen it all. From reiki to crystal healing and countless other modalities, my students have incorporated Tarot into almost every healing practice. Including fertility coaching! As a Holistic Kinesiologist, Mind Body Medicine practitioner, Reiki Master, and Intuitive Tarot Reader, Stefanie Alsop found her life’s calling in blending these powerful practices together. After becoming a Certified Biddy Tarot Advisor, Stefanie’s focus shifted to guiding women through their fertility journeys.  And now, she’s transforming lives with her unique mix of kinesiology, reiki, fertility coaching, and Tarot! In this inspiring episode, Stefanie and I explore her extraordinary path to creating a thriving healing business. Tune in for: [2:40] Stefanie’s falling-out with oracle cards––and how she came back around [10:57] How Stefanie handled her first challenging Tarot readings [12:33] How Stefanie uses Tarot in her fertility and pregnancy work [22:11] The highs and lows of creating an intuitive healing business [27:50] The most underrated secret for preventing burnout [31:06] What your menstrual cycle can tell you about your productivity Listen now to get inspired by Stefanie’s unique approach to holistic healing and Tarot! Links Mentioned: Awaken Sage Stefanie's Instagram

Here’s some good news. You don’t have to see the future, come from a family of psychics, or talk to spirits to be intuitive. We are ALL intuitive. If you struggle to hear your intuition, you may just need to learn how to tune in. And that's exactly what I'm going to be talking about in today’s episode! Tune in for: [3:30] Three easy ways to strengthen your intuition every day [7:00] A fun game to build your intuitive trust muscles [8:00] An easy practice to build instant trust in your intuition [9:00] My favorite intuitive morning routine Press “play” on this episode to start listening to your intuition today.