Lame psychic readings and the Barnum effect

In this episode to close out 2025, podcast host Juan gets put in the hot seat. Rafe, his dear friend, a mental health coach, and host of Two Otters Deep, interviews Juan to talk about what he learned in 2025, how psychic abilities work, and what's ahead for 2026.Listen to Two Otters Deep on YouTube, Apple, and Spotify. Learn more or book a reading at juanfranciscospirit.com, or follow Juan at @juanfranciscospirit on social media.

Stella Boheme is the Queen of Glam Tarot. She’s been reading tarot for over 30 years, guiding countless clients toward clarity, transformation, and empowerment. With a foundation in sacred tarot practice and a flair for dramatic, mystical storytelling, Stella blends theatricality with transformation. Whether she’s reading your cards, designing a Glam Legacy Spread, or curating a spell jar, every moment is infused with intention, artistry, and a wink of glam. Beyond readings, Stella is a performer, teacher, and ritualist. Whether you’re curious about tarot, looking to transform your life, or simply craving a little enchantment, she invites you to join her on this journey.https://www.queenofglamtarot.com Learn more or book a reading at juanfranciscospirit.com, or follow Juan at @juanfranciscospirit on social media.

There are three more episodes of Third Eye Sight for 2025. This is the last solo episode of the year, in which Juan reflects on what he learned about himself and the spiritual journey.  Learn more or book a reading at juanfranciscospirit.com, or follow Juan at @juanfranciscospirit on social media.

"Man's rejection is God's protection." But how should we feel when we get so close to something great, only to get rejected? In this episode, we explore how even rejection can be a sign from your Spirit Team. Learn more or book a reading at juanfranciscospirit.com, or follow Juan at @juanfranciscospirit on social media.

When Halloween approaches, social media buzzes with talk of the "veil thinning" between the physical world and the Other Side or spiritual realm. Is there truth to this phenomenon? Learn more or book a reading at juanfranciscospirit.com, or follow Juan at @juanfranciscospirit on social media.

Before going on a paranormal investigation or ghost tour this spooky season (or any season, for that matter), you should know what to take with you, how to behave during the investigation, and what to do if you're concerned about protecting your energy. Learn more or book a reading at juanfranciscospirit.com, or follow Juan at @juanfranciscospirit on social media.

"Barnum Effect, in psychology, [is] the phenomenon that occurs when individuals believe that personality descriptions apply specifically to them (more so than to other people), despite the fact that the description is actually filled with information that applies to everyone." (Encyclopædia Britannica)What should you do when this happens in a psychic reading? Let's discuss. Learn more or book a reading at juanfranciscospirit.com, or follow Juan at @juanfranciscospirit on social media.

There are certain circumstances in which psychic mediums need to set boundaries with their clients. Let's discuss what those are. Learn more or book a reading at juanfranciscospirit.com, or follow Juan at @juanfranciscospirit on social media.

For over two decades, Dr. Michael R. Smith has helped millions of people worldwide to connect to their inherent Divinity and intuition. He is a shamanic healing practitioner, professional intuitive, and doctoral trained counselor and practitioner of indigenous healing arts, and he’s offered a diverse selection of workshops and retreats worldwide, including hosting spiritual cruises, as well as workshops at New Yorks' Omega Institute, The Shift Network, and his annual summer spiritual retreat. He supports empaths in their journey awakening, as well as conducts Lightworker mentoring for those who want to become a lightworker and start a spiritual business or healing practice. Michael lives in the redwood forests of Marin county, 45 minutes north of San Francisco, where he offers daylong private in-person shamanic medicine retreats in addition to a large menu of online classes and private online spiritual guidance sessions.    Learn more or book a reading at juanfranciscospirit.com, or follow Juan at @juanfranciscospirit on social media.

Right now, it's tough being human. We're hyper-aware of everything going on on this planet we call home. I share a few tips that have helped me move through all the noise. Learn more or book a reading at juanfranciscospirit.com, or follow Juan at @juanfranciscospirit on social media.