Mel teaches us about the ancient Roman festival of Saturnalia and how it corresponds with the Yule/winter solstice celebrations we know today. She also shares her message to those who struggle with boundaries and family dysfunction during the holidays. Arcane Dames Socials: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/arcanedames/'>The Arcane Dames Podcast (@arcanedames) • Instagram photos and videos</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC73c4kCf4uf4nSGZ1_XHziw/videos'>The Arcane Dames Podcast - YouTube</a> Join our mailing list to stay updated on new episodes &amp; projects:<a href='https://linktr.ee/arcanedames'>https://linktr.ee/arcanedames</a> Follow Mel: @melofwands Instagram &amp; TikTok <a href='https://melofwands.com/'>Mel Of Wands</a>

Eight of Swords & Internalized Oppression

Mel and Alyssa are tarot card readers and friends who are passionate about tarot as a medium for healing, empowerment, and liberation. Over the course of this podcast, they explore each of the 78 cards of the tarot in depth addressing history, symbolism, popular meanings, personal anecdotes &amp; their individual relationships with the card. As a duo, Mel and Alyssa are critical and thoughtful while creating a fun and playful learning environment. Join us as we explore the tarot!