Bonus Episode: Tarot

How do art conservators save video art from obsolescence? If a painting on canvas rips or a marble sculpture shatters to pieces, art conservators are trained to respond accordingly and repair it. Artworks that unfold over time – like videos and software based works – are a differ ...  Show more

How did one tree become a world-famous tonewood for guitars? Deep in the forests of Belize, a wood importer from Florida discovered a rare tree that produced a sound unlike anything guitar virtuosos had ever heard before. But why does this material cast such a spell? And at what ...  Show more

Josie Long presents short documentaries and adventures in sound inspired by the tarot deck. From an imagined reading with Madame Cinnamon Black in New Orleans to a card that helps two sisters understand each other.Sylvia Plath and the Tarot Pack Featuring David Trinidad and Rebec ...  Show more

The history of tarot cards is as tantalizing as the mystical insights they promise to reveal. Cristen and Caroline deal out how tarot evolved from a game into a divination tool and why two women living worlds apart are to thank for tarot's popularity today.

When did the Tarot begin? Can it be traced back to Egypt or is it more recent in origin?The Tarot is a tradition with a varied reputation, over centuries it has been labeled: a card game, a divination tool, a creation of the devil, and a spiritual book of wisdom. What is it about ...  Show more

☾ Prepare to dive into the Mystical World of Tarot ☽ // Join me for a journey through the ancient origins of Tarot, as we unveil the secrets hidden within the cards. In this episode, you’ll discover the true essence of Tarot, transcending its roots in medieval Italian card games ...  Show more