In this special anniversary episode, Peyton and Mel reflect on the changes, tribulations, endings, and embodiment they've experienced since starting the Phases of the Fool podcast last November. Using the Past Year Reflection Tarot Spread by Emerald Lotus Divination, they pull cards to look back on what’s evolved, what’s healed, and what’s still unfolding. It’s raw, real, and full of the Fool’s magic- celebrating the chaos, courage, and continuous becoming that defines every phase of ou...

This week on Phases of the Fool, Mel and Peyton are covering their very first out-of-order Tarot pairing! Tune in to discover what the 4 and 6 of Wands cards have in common, and what sets them apart. Click here to keep up with Peyton Click here to keep up with Mel Phases of the Fool | Instagram Phases of the Fool | TikTok

Hi there! In this special Samhain episode (which happens to be releasing on Mel's birthday!), Mel and Peyton are discussing the origins of Halloween, recognizing it as the witches new year, and indulging in a reflective tarot spread for the season. Click here to keep up with Peyton Click here to keep up with Mel Phases of the Fool | Instagram Phases of the Fool | TikTok

Welcome, fools! Peyton and Mel's deep dive journey through the tarot has arrived at the 2 and 3 of Wands: cards of momentum and passion. Tune in as they pull collective messages for the listeners of this episode and connect these two wands cards to the greater story of the tarot. Click here to keep up with Peyton Click here to keep up with Mel Phases of the Fool | Instagram Phases of the Fool | TikTok

This week, Peyton and Mel are chatting with Lori Lytle, author of Talismans & Tarot. While discussing her brand new book, we explore the difference between amulets, good luck charms, and talismans, how to join magic and tarot together, and share our personal stories of reading tarot for others and what we've learned along the way. A special thank you to Red Wheel/Weiser for sending these books our way and connecting us with Lori! Weiser Books Click here to keep up with Peyton Click here ...

This week, we’re diving headfirst into the red flags parade of the spiritual space. From shady practices and guilt-tripping “gurus” to the subtle ways communities can turn toxic, we’re naming the red flags you need to look out for. We’re also sharing our own experiences navigating the messy, magical, and sometimes manipulative corners of spirituality. Tune in, laugh with us, and maybe even cringe at a few familiar red flags. Think of it as your “spot the red flag survival guide” for spi...

Hi fools! Peyton and Mel are back this week covering the first card of the tarot's minor arcana! As we begin our journey into the suit of wands, we discuss Peyton's birth prep, how we each indulge in our passions, the traditional imagery of the Ace of Wands card, and so much more. Click here to keep up with Peyton Click here to keep up with Mel Phases of the Fool | Instagram Phases of the Fool | TikTok

You asked, the cards answered! In this episode, Mel and Peyton team up for something extra fun, duel fool readings! We asked out listeners to send in their burning questions and together we pull cards, share insights, and offer guidance straight from the tarot. Tune in for double the intuition, double the magic, and the answers might just spark something for you too! Click here to keep up with Peyton Click here to keep up with Mel Phases of the Fool | Instagram Phases of the Foo...

This week, your favorite fools are basking in the glow of our last major arcana tarot episode! We talk all about The World and how the prior 21 cards of the tarot lead up to it. We're also doing readings for some listeners who submitted questions to us on Instagram! Click here to keep up with Peyton Click here to keep up with Mel Phases of the Fool | Instagram Phases of the Fool | TikTok

In this episode, we sit down with Linnea, a lifelong witch and the visionary behind HAVEN, a beautiful community center and metaphysical shop in Havre de Grace, MD. She shares her journey growing up in the craft, the lessons and transformations along the way, and how it led to creating a space where witches, seekers, and the spiritually curious can come together. This conversation is full of wisdom, inspiration, and a glimpse into what it truly means to build a community through magic. Click ...

Tarot can be used for so much more than predicting the future. This week, Peyton and Mel dish on all their favorite ways to use tarot cards outside of doing readings. Click here to keep up with Peyton Click here to keep up with Mel Phases of the Fool | Instagram Phases of the Fool | TikTok

In this episode, Mel and Peyton dive deep into the energy of the Judgment card. Judgment is a call to rise, awaken, and step fully into the truth. They explore how this archetype shows up not only in personal transformation but also in the collective energy right now. Join us as we unpack how this card can guide us through times of change, collective shifts, and our own inner reckonings. Click here to keep up with Peyton Click here to keep up with Mel Phases of the Fool | Instagram Ph...

Hi fools! This week, Peyton and Mel’s conversation is focused on the cards of the tarot as living archetypes. They talk about which cards would be best friends, worst enemies, great partners, and even dream smoke buddies. Click here to keep up with Peyton Click here to keep up with Mel Phases of the Fool | Instagram Phases of the Fool | TikTok

This week on Phases of the Fool, we're basking in the light of The Sun card: how it ties to the Wheel of the Year, living joyfully, and receiving confirmation that you're on the right path. Peyton gets real about balancing the happiness of pregnancy with the current heaviness in her life, and Mel reflects on the freedom she's found after approaching relationships differently. Click here to keep up with Peyton Click here to keep up with Mel Phases of the Fool | Instagram Phases of the Fool...

This week on Phases of the Fool, we’re diving into tarot spreads: how we build them, how we use them, and why they matter. From intuitive one-card pulls to layered custom spreads, we’re breaking down how to create a layout that actually supports your questions and your growth. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned reader, this episode is full of tips, stories, and insights to inspire your next reading. Want more spreads? Head over to Mel’s Patreon for exclusive layouts and tarot magic!&nb...

In this tarot themed episode, the fools tell all... what makes The Moon such a card of mystery? From analyzing traumas to sharing opinions on secrets, Mel & Peyton are bringing their listeners on a journey through the shadows this week.

Reversals, what do they mean? Do you have to read them when they appear? In this episode, Mel and Peyton dive into the art of reading Tarot reversals. What do they really mean, why they aren't inherently "bad," and how they can add layers of insight to a reading. Tune in to help you feel more confident the next time your cards decide to flip the script on you! Click here to keep up with Peyton Click here to keep up with Mel Phases of the Fool | Instagram Phases of the Fool | TikTok

In this episode, Mel and Peyton are fully fangirling over The Star. The luminous tarot card that is here to remind us that hope is never lost. Following the crumble and collapse of The Tower, this card promises new beginnings and is a gentle reminder that you are on the right path. We unpack how The Star whispers healing after hardship, inspires self trust, and invites us to realign with our truest identities and dreams. Click here to keep up with Peyton Click here to keep up with Mel ...

Hey fools! This week, Mel and Peyton are indulging in one of their favorite topics: finding magic in the mundane. More specifically, we're talking about the everyday items you already own that can be enchanted, worked with creatively, or otherwise used to support your spiritual practice. We reveal our own secrets and routines with the hopes of inspiring our listeners to make some magic with things they already have. Click here to keep up with Peyton Click here to keep up with Mel Phases of...

This week on Phases of the Fool, Peyton & Mel are joined by Shawna, creator of A Truth Seeker’s Daughter, to dive into the most explosive card in the Major Arcana, The Tower. ️ Together, we explore what it means when the universe tears it all down, how ego death can lead to soul liberation, and why chaos isn’t always a curse. The Tower teaches us that sometimes the only way out is through the fire. Let it fall. Let it free you. Tune in for sacred perspective shifts, Tower stories of...