In this introductory episode, I share how my tarot journey began from a sceptical (maybe even downright cynical) worldview to one that intellectualised the Tarot through a psychological framework and how, over time and with plenty of experience, something deeper began to emerge.

I talk about what shifted me from treating tarot as a party trick to an academic side project, to embracing its role as a spiritual tool for insight, hope and connection.

This podcast isn’t about gatekeeping, asserting my unassailable expertise or claiming any mystical powers that give me special insight into the spirit world. But it is about understanding the rich symbolism and esoteric roots of tarot, and why learning them can deepen Tarot readings, both for yourself and others.

Tarot for Fools is a space to explore the Rider–Waite–Smith deck (and others down the line), Western Hermeticism, and the deeper principles that shape tarot philosophy and the very idea of divination.

Whether you're brand new or already reading tarot for others, this is a place to learn, reflect, and hopefully uncover something more.

If you want to know more about me, you can find me on TikTok @Tarot.Bear where I share some info and insights on my learning journey and pull some cards for folks looking for guidance. In the meantime, enjoy the show and subscribe to help this podcast grow.