Magic That Grows: Amy Blackthorn on the Power of Plants
04/14/25 • 27 min
Amy Blackthorn is a respected author and herbalist best known for blending plant magic with practical spirituality. Her best-selling books include Blackthorn’s Botanical Magic, Blackthorn’s Botanical Brews, Blackthorn’s Protection Magic, Blackthorn’s Botanical Wellness, and Sacred Smoke.
Ordained through the Order of the Golden Gryphon and certified in aromatherapy, Amy has appeared on Netflix’s Top Ten Secrets and Mysteries and HuffPost Live. She is also the founder of Blackthorn’s Botanicals, offering teas and oils rooted in magical practice.
Learn more at her official website: amyblackthorn.com
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Amy Blackthorn is a respected author and herbalist best known for blending plant magic with practical spirituality. Her best-selling books include Blackthorn’s Botanical Magic, Blackthorn’s Botanical Brews, Blackthorn’s Protection Magic, Blackthorn’s Botanical Wellness, and Sacred Smoke.
Ordained through the Order of the Golden Gryphon and certified in aromatherapy, Amy has appeared on Netflix’s Top Ten Secrets and Mysteries and HuffPost Live. She is also the founder of Blackthorn’s Botanicals, offering teas and oils rooted in magical practice.
Learn more at her official website: amyblackthorn.com
NEXT EPISODE: Professor Carrie Jenkins, philosopher and poet exploring the mysteries of love, identity, and the self.
Tarot Interviews credits
- Host and producer: Finbarre Snarey
- Theme music composer: Amelia Lawn
- Additional music: Nicola Snarey
- Cover art: Rein G
If you're curious about the cards we use and want to find out more, visit our Tarot Interviews podcast page.
Disclaimer: The Tarot Interviews podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are their own and do not constitute professional, legal, financial, medical, or psychological advice. Listeners are encouraged to seek guidance from qualified professionals where appropriate.
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- Additional music: Nicola Snarey
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Tarot Interviews - Magic That Grows: Amy Blackthorn on the Power of Plants
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FinWelcome to Tarot Interviews , where we uncover the stories and insights of fascinating individuals through the lens of the tarot . Today , I'm thrilled to welcome Amy Blackthorn , a best-selling author , renowned herbalist , famous for books like Blackthorn's Botanical Magic and Sacred Smoke . With a deep love of nature and a lifetime
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