Arcane Dames
Mel & Alyssa
Mel and Alyssa are tarot card readers and friends who are passionate about tarot as a medium for healing, empowerment, and liberation. Over the course of this podcast, they explore each of the 78 cards of the tarot in depth addressing history, symbolism, popular meanings, personal anecdotes & their individual relationships with the card. As a duo, Mel and Alyssa are critical and thoughtful while creating a fun and playful learning environment. Join us as we explore the tarot!
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King of Pentacles
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09/13/22 • 61 min
Mel and Alyssa explore the King of Pentacles' defining traits and characteristics as well as what it is that makes learning the Tarot Court so difficult. This episode weaves in a discussion of Paganism vs. Wicca, Mel and Alyssa's personal philosophies on divination, and tips and tricks to connecting with the court cards in your own deck.
To see/purchase the decks and books we reference (affiliate links):
https://bookshop.org/shop/melofwands
https://bookshop.org/shop/cooperativemagic
Join our mailing list to stay updated on new episodes & projects:
https://linktr.ee/arcanedames
Follow Melissa:
@melofwands Instagram & TikTok
melofwands.com
Follow Alyssa:
@cooperative_magic Instagram
@cooperativemagic TikTok
cooperativemagic.com
Two of Pentacles
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09/06/22 • 49 min
Mel and Alyssa chat about the Two of Pentacles, their favorite spreads, and the importance of artwork when it comes to analyzing the more simple cards of the tarot.
To see/purchase the decks and books we reference (affiliate links):
https://bookshop.org/shop/melofwands
https://bookshop.org/shop/cooperativemagic
Join our mailing list to stay updated on new episodes & projects:
https://linktr.ee/arcanedames
Follow Melissa:
@melofwands Instagram & TikTok
melofwands.com
Follow Alyssa:
@cooperative_magic Instagram
@cooperativemagic TikTok
cooperativemagic.com
Judgement
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08/30/22 • 56 min
Mel and Alyssa go deep in this week's episode on the Judgement card. Join us as we discuss spiritual awakenings, religious trauma, and the empowerment we find in this major arcana card.
To see/purchase the decks and books we reference (affiliate links):
https://bookshop.org/shop/melofwands
https://bookshop.org/shop/cooperativemagic
Follow Mel:
@melofwands Instagram & TikTok
melofwands.com
Follow Alyssa:
@cooperative_magic Instagram
@cooperativemagic TikTok
cooperativemagic.com
Join our mailing list to stay updated on new episodes & projects:
https://linktr.ee/arcanedames
Nine of Cups
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08/23/22 • 54 min
Mel and Alyssa do their first Tarot deep dive into the Nine of Cups. They explore what this card represents sexually, emotionally, and financially, reveal their personal love life connections, and discuss how privilege plays a role in spirituality.
To see/purchase the decks and books we reference (affiliate links):
https://bookshop.org/shop/melofwands
https://bookshop.org/shop/cooperativemagic
Follow Mel:
@melofwands Instagram & TikTok
melofwands.com
Follow Alyssa:
@cooperative_magic Instagram
@cooperativemagic TikTok
cooperativemagic.com
Join our mailing list to stay updated on new episodes & projects:
https://linktr.ee/arcanedames
Autumn Equinox Bonus Episode
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09/19/23 • 63 min
Mel & Alyssa take a break from their hiatus to share a bonus episode all about the autumn equinox, Mabon, and catching you all up with what we've been up to between seasons! In addition to covering the basics, tune in to hear us chat about the podcasts and audiobooks we're loving right now, what being queer means to us, and the difference between toxic positivity and radical optimism.
The Arcane Dames Podcast - TikTok
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Arcane Dames | Patreon
https://linktr.ee/arcanedames
Follow Mel:
@melofwands Instagram & TikTok
Mel Of Wands
Follow Alyssa:
@missplacedvisionary Instagram
@missplaced visionary TikTok
MissPlaced Visionary
Page of Cups & Communicating With Ghosts
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04/25/23 • 57 min
This week is a spooky one! Mel and Alyssa talk about the inner world of the Page of Cups. This tarot card is one that represents many themes from naivety, to wonder, to connecting with the paranormal. Join the Arcane Dames as they unpack this multi-faceted member of the court!
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Join our mailing list to stay updated on new episodes & projects:
https://linktr.ee/arcanedames
Follow Mel:
@melofwands Instagram & TikTok
Mel Of Wands
Follow Alyssa:
@cooperative_magic Instagram
@cooperativemagic TikTok
Cooperative Magic
Ten of Wands & The Crushing Weight of Capitalism
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03/14/23 • 69 min
Mel and Alyssa take on the Ten of Wands to unpack the ways our passions, ambitions, and day-to-day activities can weigh us down. We discuss the Ten of Wands as it relates to the sociological concept of Emotional Labor, cycles of abuse, internalized capitalism, and trauma dumping. Join us to learn about the traditional and personal ways this card can resonate!
Arcane Dames Socials:
The Arcane Dames Podcast - TikTok
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The Arcane Dames Podcast - YouTube
Arcane Dames | Patreon
Join our mailing list to stay updated on new episodes & projects:
https://linktr.ee/arcanedames
Follow Mel:
@melofwands Instagram & TikTok
Mel Of Wands
Follow Alyssa:
@cooperative_magic Instagram
@cooperativemagic TikTok
Cooperative Magic
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Seven of Cups
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12/06/22 • 51 min
In this episode, Mel and Alyssa show their true feelings about finding your passions, following your dreams, and the crucial decisions that doing so requires. They discuss how there is no "right path" to be on, and encourage their listeners to create their own definitions of fulfillment.
Arcane Dames Socials:
The Arcane Dames Podcast (@arcanedames) • Instagram photos and videos
The Arcane Dames Podcast - YouTube
Join our mailing list to stay updated on new episodes & projects:
https://linktr.ee/arcanedames
Follow Mel:
@melofwands Instagram & TikTok
Mel Of Wands
Follow Alyssa:
@cooperative_magic Instagram
@cooperativemagic TikTok
Cooperative Magic
Five of Cups
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11/15/22 • 45 min
Mel and Alyssa find themselves in the trenches of the Five of Cups this week- a disappointing and concerning card of loss. They discuss empathy for clients, relationship turmoil, and make plenty of unhinged jokes on their own behalf.
Arcane Dames Socials:
The Arcane Dames Podcast (@arcanedames) • Instagram photos and videos
The Arcane Dames Podcast - YouTube
To see/purchase the decks and books we reference (affiliate links):
https://bookshop.org/shop/melofwands
https://bookshop.org/shop/cooperativemagic
Join our mailing list to stay updated on new episodes & projects:
https://linktr.ee/arcanedames
Follow Mel:
@melofwands Instagram & TikTok
Mel Of Wands
Follow Alyssa:
@cooperative_magic Instagram
@cooperativemagic TikTok
Cooperative Magic
Farewell Episode
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02/12/24 • 7 min
The Arcane Dames Podcast will no longer be releasing new episodes. We are sad to announce the end of this project before completing all 78 cards of the tarot, and we both still have an incredible amount of love and gratitude for our listeners. Mel and Alyssa will continue to share our tarot knowledge & spiritual journeys on our own platforms, and we hope you can continue to follow-along and keep learning with us on our separate journeys.
Follow Mel:
@melofwands Instagram
@melofwands TikTok
Mel Of Wands
Follow Alyssa:
@missplacedvisionary Instagram
@missplaced visionary TikTok
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FAQ
How many episodes does Arcane Dames have?
Arcane Dames currently has 65 episodes available.
What topics does Arcane Dames cover?
The podcast is about Podcasts, Religion & Spirituality and Spirituality.
What is the most popular episode on Arcane Dames?
The episode title 'The High Priestess & Truth' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Arcane Dames?
The average episode length on Arcane Dames is 59 minutes.
How often are episodes of Arcane Dames released?
Episodes of Arcane Dames are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Arcane Dames?
The first episode of Arcane Dames was released on Aug 9, 2022.
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