Episode #12: Tarot and the Decans with T. Susan Chang

A very fun conversation, welcoming back tarot scholar, author, and teacher T. Susan "Susie" Chang for another deep dive into the intersection of tarot, astrology, and magical correspondences. Her book, 36 Secrets: A Decanic Journey through the Minor Arcana of the Tarot, explores the rich connections between the decans of the zodiac and the Minor Arcana of the Rider-Waite-Smith tarot deck. In our conversation, we discuss: The historical and esoteric significance of the decans in tarot How working with the decans can deepen divination and magical practice The structure and philosophy behind 36 Secrets How these esoteric correspondences provide deeper insight into tarot readings As a special treat, Susie also performed live one-card readings for some of our listeners who joined us in real time. If you are interested in tarot, astrology, or the deeper symbolic structures behind the cards, this episode is full of insights you won’t want to miss. Like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of Coffee & Divination. Guest Info & Resources: T. Susan Chang’s website: http://www.tsusanchang.com Purchase *36 Secrets*: https://www.lulu.com/en/us/shop/t-sus... Additional Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Interview with Austin Coppock on the Decans & Astrology – The Astrology Podcast: https://theastrologypodcast.com/2014/... Gordon White’s website (*Rune Soup*): http://www.runesoup.com Picatrix – Traditional Astrological Magic Text: Edition by Christopher Warnock & John Michael Greer: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/1312941812 Edition by Dan Attrell & David Porreca: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0271082127 Music Credits: Theme music: "Come with Me" by JoAnna Farrer, featuring Alasdair Fraser, Natalie Haas, and Yann Falquet Ending music: "Pollen Path" by Elana Low More from Coffee & Divination: Website: http://www.coffeeanddivination.com If you enjoy the show, please consider subscribing and sharing with fellow seekers! Have you explored the connection between the decans and tarot in your practice? Let me know in the comments. #Tarot #Decans #36Secrets #TSusanChang #CoffeeAndDivination #Astrology #EsotericTarot #Divination #MinorArcana #TarotWisdom