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Fortune’s Wheelhouse

by Susie Chang and Mel Meleen

Fortune’s Wheelhouse is a podcast about esoterics and the tarot which ran from 2017 to 2021. It is hosted by Mel Meleen and Susie Chang.

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Episodes

  1. INTERVIEW EPISODE! Mel's Telos Tarot (bonus: Susie on 'Dreaming the Decans')

    Happy Holidays everybody! For the first time in a couple of years, we are delighted to bring you a brand-new episode of Fortune’s Wheelhouse! As you probably know, Mel released her Telos Tarot deck this year, so we thought we’d have a conversation about the magical labor that went into the deck…

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  2. SERIES FINALE: A reading for Mel, a reading for Susie.

    Friends, we have arrived at our destination. After completing the planetary, numeric, zodiacal, and elemental series, Mel and Susie decided to record one final episode to mark the conclusion of the Fortune's Wheelhouse podcast: we decided to give the gift of divination to each other, reading…

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  3. Episode 116: The Element of Earth in Tarot

    We conclude our series on the 4 elements and their relationship to the tarot with Earth, the source, home, and ultimate destination of all of us. We explore the qualities of Earth, both physical and metaphysical; its zodiacal and planetary expression in the tarot, its connection to the world of...

  4. Episode 115: The Element of Air in Tarot

    We continue our series on the 4 elements and their relationship to the tarot with Air, the ubiquitous and mobile element associated with the restless human mind. We explore the qualities of Air, both physical and metaphysical; its zodiacal and planetary expression in the tarot, its connection to...

  5. Episode 114: The Element of Water in Tarot

    With this episode we continue our series on the 4 elements and their relationship to the tarot with Water, repository of redemption, the unconscious, and all that is felt. We explore the qualities of Water, both physical and metaphysical; its zodiacal and planetary expression in the tarot, its...

  6. Episode 113: The Element of Fire in Tarot

    It's elementary, dear astral heroes! With this episode we begin a new series on the 4 elements and their relationship to cards in the tarot. First up is that spark of creation, the element of Fire. We explore the qualities of fire, both physical and metaphysical; its zodiacal and planetary...

  7. Episode 112: Patron One-Card Readings, part 2 [March 2021]

    Fortune's Wheelhouse brings you part 2 of our March 2021 readings episode illustrating how the correspondences are applied in real time when reading a card. Esoteric tarot reading is both an art and a science, in which the correspondences form a support for the intuitive oracular moment. We put…

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  8. Episode 111: Patron One-Card Readings, part 1 [March 2021]

    Back by popular demand! Fortune's Wheelhouse brings you part 1 of a readings episode that illustrates how the correspondences are applied in real time when reading a card. Esoteric tarot reading is both an art and a science, in which the correspondences form a support for the intuitive oracular...

  9. Episode 110: The Sign of Pisces in Tarot [zodiacal]

    We conclude our zodiacal series with mystical, spiritual sign of Pisces, the Fishes. We explore the characteristics of the sign, its associated planetary dignities, its magical and natural correspondences, its astronomy and related constellations and myths, its magical uses and more; all…

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  10. Episode 109: The Sign of Aquarius in Tarot [zodiacal]

    We continue our zodiacal series with the inventive and idealistic sign of Aquarius, the Water-Bearer. We explore the characteristics of the sign, its associated planetary dignities, its magical and natural correspondences, its astronomy and related constellations and myths, its magical uses and...

  11. Episode 108: The Sign of Capricorn in Tarot [zodiacal]

    We continue our zodiacal series with the structure-loving and pragmatic sign of Capricorn, the Sea-Goat. We explore the characteristics of the sign, its associated planetary dignities, its magical and natural correspondences, its astronomy and related constellations and myths, its magical uses…

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  12. Episode 107: The Sign of Sagittarius in Tarot [zodiacal]

    We continue our zodiacal series with the freedom-loving sign of Sagittarius, the Archer. We explore the characteristics of the sign, its associated planetary dignities, its magical and natural correspondences, its astronomy and related constellations and myths, its magical uses and more; all...

  13. Episode 106: The Sign of Scorpio in Tarot [zodiacal]

    We continue our zodiacal series with the darkly mysterious sign of Scorpio, the danger-loving Scorpion. We explore the characteristics of the sign, its associated planetary dignities, its magical and natural correspondences, its astronomy and related constellations and myths, its magical uses and...

  14. Episode 105: The Sign of Libra in Tarot [zodiacal]

    We continue our zodiacal series with the sign of Libra, the Scales - archetype of symmetry, balance, and partnership. We explore the characteristics of the sign, its associated planetary dignities, its magical and natural correspondences, its astronomy and related constellations and myths, its...

  15. Episode 104: The Sign of Virgo in Tarot [zodiacal]

    We continue our zodiacal series with the meticulous and perceptive sign of Virgo, the Virgin. We explore the characteristics of the sign, its associated planetary dignities, its magical and natural correspondences, its astronomy and related constellations and myths, its magical uses and more; all...

  16. Episode 103: The Sign of Leo in Tarot [zodiacal]

    We continue our zodiacal series with the radiant and illuminating sign of Leo, the Lion. We explore the characteristics of the sign, its associated planetary dignities, its magical and natural correspondences, its astronomy and related constellations and myths, its magical uses and more; all...

  17. Episode 102: The Sign of Cancer in Tarot [zodiacal]

    We continue our zodiacal series with the moonstruck sign of Cancer, the Crab. We explore the characteristics of the sign, its associated planetary dignities, its magical and natural correspondences, its astronomy and related constellations and myths, its magical uses and more; all considered in...

  18. Episode 101: The Sign of Gemini in Tarot [zodiacal]

    We continue our zodiacal series with the sign of Gemini, the Twins. We explore the characteristics of the sign, its associated planetary dignities, its magical and natural correspondences, its astronomy and related constellations and myths, its magical uses and more; all considered in terms of…

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  19. Episode 100: The Sign of Taurus in Tarot [zodiacal]

    We continue our zodiacal series with the sign of Taurus, the Bull. We explore the characteristics of the sign, its associated planetary dignities, its magical and natural correspondences, its astronomy and related constellations and myths, its magical uses and more; all considered in terms of its...

  20. Episode 99: The Sign of Aries in Tarot [zodiacal]

    A new beginning! With this episode we begin a new series on the 12 zodiacal signs and their relationship to cards in the tarot. First, of course, is the sign of Aries, the Ram. We explore the characteristics of the sign, its associated planetary dignities, its magical and natural correspondences,...

  21. Episode 98: Patron One-Card Readings, part 2 [May 2020]

    Fortune's Wheelhouse brings you part 2 of a readings episode that illustrates how the correspondences are applied in real time when reading a card. Esoteric tarot reading is both an art and a science, in which the correspondences form a support for the intuitive oracular moment. We put out a call...

  22. Episode 97: Patron One-Card Readings, part 1 [May 2020]

    Back by popular demand! Fortune's Wheelhouse brings you part 1 of a readings episode that illustrates how the correspondences are applied in real time when reading a card. Esoteric tarot reading is both an art and a science, in which the correspondences form a support for the intuitive oracular...

  23. Episode 96: Number 10 [numeric]

    In this tenth and final episode of our numeric sequence we explore the replete and fulsome! number 10, and all tarot-related topics relating to it. We touch upon numerology, Pythagorean thought, related shapes and symbols. We also comprehensively explore the concepts and correspondences of…

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  24. Episode 95: Number 9 [numeric]

    In this ninth episode of our numeric sequence we explore the potent and magical number 9, and all tarot-related topics relating to it. We touch upon numerology, Pythagorean thought, related shapes and symbols. We also comprehensively explore the concepts and correspondences of Yesod, lunar...

  25. Episode 94: Number 8 [numeric]

    In this eighth episode of our numeric sequence we explore the systemic, systematic, and very real number 8, and all tarot-related topics relating to it. We touch upon numerology, Pythagorean thought, related shapes and symbols. We also comprehensively explore the concepts and correspondences of...

  26. Episode 93: Number 7 [numeric]

    In this seventh episode of our numeric sequence we explore the mystical, elusive and profoundly magical number 7, and all tarot-related topics relating to it. We touch upon numerology, Pythagorean thought, related shapes and symbols. We also comprehensively explore the concepts and…

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  27. Episode 92: Number 6 [numeric]

    In this sixth episode of our numeric sequence we explore the harmonious sphere of Grand Central, number 6, and all tarot-related topics relating to it. We touch upon numerology, Pythagorean thought, related shapes and symbols. We also comprehensively explore the concepts and correspondences of...

  28. Episode 91: Number 5 [numeric]

    In this fifth episode of our numeric sequence we explore the very disruptive! subversive! and trying! number 5 and all tarot-related topics relating to it. We touch upon numerology, Pythagorean thought, related shapes and symbols. We also comprehensively explore the concepts and correspondences…

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  29. Episode 90: Number 4 [numeric]

    In this fourth episode of our numeric sequence we explore the very stable, grounded, and generous number 4 and all tarot-related topics relating to it. We touch upon numerology, Pythagorean thought, related shapes and symbols. We also comprehensively explore the concepts and correspondences of...

  30. Episode 89: Number 3 [numeric]

    In this third episode of our numeric sequence we explore the deep and restless waters of the number 3 and all tarot-related topics relating to it. We touch upon numerology, Pythagorean thought, related shapes and symbols. We also comprehensively explore the concepts and correspondences of Binah -...

  31. Episode 88: Number 2 [numeric]

    In this second episode of our numeric sequence we explore the balanced, active, self-conscious number 2 - our only even prime! - and all tarot-related topics relating to it. We touch upon numerology, Pythagorean thought, related shapes and symbols. We also comprehensively explore the concepts and...

  32. Episode 87: Number 1 [numeric]

    In this first episode of our numeric sequence we explore the unique! the indivisible! the one and only! number 1, and all tarot-related topics relating to it. We touch upon numerology, Pythagorean thought, related shapes and symbols. We also comprehensively explore the concepts and…

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  33. Episode 86 Patron One-Card Readings, Part 2

    By popular demand! Fortune's Wheelhouse brings you a readings episode that illustrates how the correspondences are applied in real time when reading a card. Esoteric tarot reading is both an art and a science, in which the correspondences form a support for the intuitive oracular moment. We put…

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  34. Episode 85: Patron One-Card Readings, Part 1

    By popular demand! Fortune's Wheelhouse brings you a readings episode that illustrates how the correspondences are applied in real time when reading a card. Esoteric tarot reading is both an art and a science, in which the correspondences form a support for the intuitive oracular moment. We put…

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  35. Episode 84: Saturn [planetary]

    This is the seventh in our planetary series covering each of the seven classical "planets" in the tarot. Featured in this show: the Great Timekeeper and Lord of Karma, Saturn - including his related astrology, Qabalah, powers, correspondences, Orphic hymn, and more. Cards in this episode: The...

  36. SPECIAL EPISODE: Tarot and the Decans, with Austin Coppock

    On this week's special episode, we bring you a guest whose name will be very familiar to all Fortune's Wheelhouse listeners - Austin Coppock, author of 36 Faces: the History, Astrology, and Magic of the Decans This episode is one half of a two-part production, the other half of which can be found...

  37. Episode 83: Jupiter [planetary]

    This is the sixth in our planetary series covering each of the seven classical "planets" in the tarot. Featured in this show: our expansive all-Father and Big J himself, Jupiter! - including his related astrology, Qabalah, powers, correspondences, Orphic hymn, and more. Cards in this episode: The...

  38. Episode 82: Mars [planetary]

    This is the fifth in our planetary series covering each of the seven classical "planets" in the tarot. Featured in this show: the Lord of the Hosts of the Mighty, indomitable Mars! - including his related astrology, Qabalah, powers, correspondences, Orphic hymn, and more! Cards in this episode…

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  39. Episode 81: The Sun [planetary]

    This is the fourth in our planetary series covering each of the seven classical "planets" in the tarot. Featured in this show: the Light of Our World, the shining Sun! - including his related astrology, Qabalah, powers, correspondences, Orphic hymn, and more! Cards in this episode: The Sun -...

  40. Episode 80 - Venus [planetary]

    This is the third in our planetary series covering each of the seven classical "planets" in the tarot. In this episode we talk about Her Loveliness the Fairer Benefic, Lady Venus - including her related astrology, Qabalah, powers, correspondences, Orphic hymn, and more! Cards in this episode: The...

  41. Episode 79 - Mercury [planetary]

    This is the second in our planetary series covering each of the seven classical "planets" in the tarot. In this episode we talk about the one, the only, thrice great Mercury! including his related astrology, Qabalah, powers, correspondences, Orphic hymn, and more! Cards in this episode: The Magus…

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  42. Episode 78 - The Moon [planetary]

    Fortune's Wheelhouse is back! with the first in our planetary series wherein we discuss each of the seven classical "planets" in the tarot. We shall begin with our satellite, the lovely Moon, along the way discussing the related astrology, Qabalah, powers, correspondences, the Orphic hymn, and...

  43. Episode 77: Page of Pentacles / Princess of Disks

    In this final episode of our journey through the cards, we meet at last the original Sleeping Beauty: the Page of Pentacles or Princess of Disks. Rose of the Palace of Earth, she is the ultimate destination and the ultimate source, the highest of the high and the lowest of the low. Engrossed in…

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  44. Episode 76: Knight of Pentacles/Prince of Disks

    Presiding over newly-plowed fields, the sun warm on his back, the imperturbable Bull is the Prince of Disks or Knight of Pentacles. The airy part of Earth, he applies his methodical intellect and mechanical genius to problems of the land. The final decan of Aries and the first two decans of…

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  45. Episode 75: Queen of Pentacles/Disks

    Our final Queen is the silent one, the thorny rose, the Queen of the Goats. Ruling over the final decan of Sagittarius and the first two decans of Capricorn, the Queen of Pentacles or Disks offers silence, the certainty of death, and the inevitability of life's renewal. The watery part of earth,...

  46. Episode 74: King of Pentacles/Knight of Disks

    The King or Knight of Pentacles/Disks is the fiery part of earth, associated with the 7 of Wands and the 8 and 9 of his suit: valor, prudence, gain. He has left behind his leonine warrior days for the hard work of peace; he is the sacrificial harvest king who ensures plenty for his people....

  47. Episode 73: Ten of Pentacles/Disks

    In this final card of the decanic minors, we arrive at the Lord of Wealth. Mercury governs the final decan of Virgo, sign of his rulership and exaltation. Therefore the 10 of Pentacles or Disks holds the culmination of our material realm: here our worldly goods reach their maximum accumulation…

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  48. Episode 72: NIne of Pentacles/Disks

    Perfection and control produce beauty in the 9 of Pentacles or Disks, province of Venus in the second decan of Virgo. Here in the Lord of Gain, the perfectly ripened crop is gathered and organized, methodically, increasing in value at every step. The Empress, wearing a harvest crown, works side…

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  49. Episode 71: Eight of Pentacles/Disks

    Time is money and patience bears fruit in the 8 of Pentacles or Disks, the Lord of Prudence. The messenger god, at home everywhere, enters his rulership as we arrive in the sign of Virgo. The Sun governs this decan, ripening the grain and bringing in the harvest. Pantries and coffers fill even as...

  50. Episode 70: Seven of Pentacles/Disks

    Alas, it was too good to last! After the brief shining success of the 6, we arrive at the Lord of Failure in the 7 of Pentacles or Disks. The 5 posed problems of scarcity and Mercurial anxiety, while the 7 suggests Saturnine obstacles which must be overcome if our efforts are ever to bear fruit....

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Fortune’s Wheelhouse is a podcast about esoterics and the tarot which ran from 2017 to 2021. It is hosted by Mel Meleen and Susie Chang.

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How many episodes does Fortune’s Wheelhouse have?

Fortune’s Wheelhouse has 121 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on December 3, 2024.

What is Fortune’s Wheelhouse about?

Fortune’s Wheelhouse is a podcast about esoterics and the tarot which ran from 2017 to 2021. It is hosted by Mel Meleen and Susie Chang.

How often does Fortune’s Wheelhouse release new episodes?

Fortune’s Wheelhouse publishes monthly, based on its 121 episodes since June 2017.

Who hosts Fortune’s Wheelhouse?

Fortune’s Wheelhouse is created and hosted by Susie Chang and Mel Meleen.
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