School of Raq

Send us Fan MailLogging off helped me get my spark back. It wasn't the only thing--but it has brought me back here to y'all and for that I am incredibly thankful. This is a love letter about the world right now, and why logging off might actually be the best possible thing to do for resistance. Move with your intuition, as YOU are called. We stay logged on, often because we feel like we "should." Whether or not you need to log off--we dive into why prioritizing your individuality and your access to personal choice and agency is paramount in this moment. May you continue to be safe, held, and free. Oh yeah--and FUCK ICE.Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so glad you're here.Missed me? I missed you! Unfortunately this time of my life is jam packed full of love and blessings and I've had a hard time making it to the microphone. In this episode, I get into the reasons behind this break, when I plan on returning, and some brief notes on rest and how we often miss the Universe's call to bring things back into balance. If you need some extra support in the meantime, my books are open for 1x1 readings and coaching. I can't wait to get back into the groove again, and I'll see you in the New Year! All the Fall Blessings to you and yours, hug a tree, get snuggly, and enjoy your Fall break as well! <3Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.In this special one-year anniversary episode of the SOR, I talk about the complicated feelings of celebration when life is hectic. Then, we talk about your September horoscope, the upcoming eclipses, and Saturn's recent return to Pisces. After that, I hold a collective reading investigating the nature of call and response, and a magnificent thunder storm blesses the show with its presence. Thank you so much for listening--I can't believe it's been a year already!! Here's to many more ahead!!! <3Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here. Today, we have Alexis Rakun on the podcast, whose superpower is feral magic. Alexis is here to bring ethereal visions into the material plane and find magic in everything. A Gemini Sun, Capricorn Moon, and Aries Rising, Alexis is out here kickin ass, taking names, and doing whatever the fk she wants. In this episode, we explore the feral, the spiritual, how to set energetic boundaries and call your energy back to you, and how to be in 20 places at once. We had such a fun time recording this and I know you'll love this episode.If you want to check out Alexis' art work, you can find it at her art shop: www.alexisrakun.comFor her bestselling oracle deck, check out this link: https://a.co/d/bi5Cjpcand ofc, follow her on IG at @alexisrakun Whoever you are, and whatever you're having, I hope it's a good one <3Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here. Today, we have Tori Bennett on the podcast, whose superpower is visionary empathy. Her ability to touch into other people's emotions gives her an ability to understand them and help them pave the path forward. In this episode, we talk about how her natal Sun + Saturn + Neptune conjunction helps her connect the visionary with the practical to help people in all fields maximize their performance. She's got big Cap energy, a fiery Aries moon and Leo rising, and a deep well of empathy that makes her just as heart-centered as she is dynamic.If you'd like to work or connect with Tori, you can check out her website and socials:Website:http://www.lifetimeconnections.orgLinkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/vicbenn?trk=people-guest_people_search-cardSubstack:https://substack.com/@lifetimeconnectionsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/lifetime_connections/Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here. Today, we have Tori Bennett on the podcast, whose superpower is visionary empathy. Her ability to touch into other people's emotions gives her an ability to understand them and help them pave the path forward. In this episode, we talk about how her natal Sun + Saturn + Neptune conjunction helps her connect the visionary with the practical to help people in all fields maximize their performance. She's got big Cap energy, a fiery Aries moon and Leo rising, and a deep well of empathy that makes her just as heart-centered as she is dynamic.If you'd like to work or connect with Tori, you can check out her website and socials:Website:http://www.lifetimeconnections.orgLinkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/vicbenn?trk=people-guest_people_search-cardSubstack:https://substack.com/@lifetimeconnectionsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/lifetime_connections/Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.Today we have a collective reading for the month of August, which is going to have some BIG astrology. August's astrology is going to be both tense and fluid, which will either feel exciting or...confusing. In this episode, we talk about how to hold all of the conflicting energies of the month, and close with a tarot reading about how to move into aligned action.Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here. Today we talk about the ever-dreaded, ever-feared Tower card. But should it be feared, or revered? We'll talk about how the Tower could show up for you if you pull it in a reading, or are, like many witches say, "going through a Tower moment right now." Buckle up--and get ready to let that ego fall. Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here. Today, due to a minor scheduling oopsie, I am providing a collective reading instead of the interview I had in mind. But it's just as well--today's episode is incredibly sweet, and just what I needed. I hope you'll get as much out of it as I did.Last week, we went through some MAJOR Venus energy, and we might be asking ourselves--how do I let all this abundance flow? How do I hold it all?So we talk about the astrological significance of the past week, as well as how to not resist love when it shows up for you in unexpected ways. Then, we hold a collective reading to dig even deeper and ask the question: what's keeping me from letting the love in?Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome back to the School of Raq SEASON 4!!!! Thank you so much for joining us today--I'm so happy you're here. Today we talk all about the Devil card, what it means to receive it in a reading, the Devil + resistance, as well as how to break free from the attachments which keep us stuck. This episode gets META so buckle up--and enjoy the ride :)Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.Today, we have another WYSS interview with Luke Kaluzny, a content creator, interior consultant, and general home decor extraordinaire. During his reading, we talk about the importance of managing one's energy, what it means to manifest home, and so much more. This conversation made me tear up so many times, and I know you're going to love it just as much as I did. Whoever you are, and whatever you're having, I hope it's a good one.You can follow Luke on IG here: interlukeMusic: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here <3In this episode, we dive deep into the Temperance card, and so doing, close out our journey through the Subconscious realms and enter the Superconscious. But how does one enter the Superconscious? By becoming their own best teacher and mastering the skill of alchemy. Stay tuned to learn how to do just that. Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.In June, Jupiter is going to be making some big moves: it's going to square Saturn and Neptune, where it will test our faith. In this episode, we talk about how these squares are an extension of key conjunctions which happened in 2020 and 2022, and how these stories might play out as these squares sharpen later in the month. Then, I conduct a tarot reading related to these planetary aspects and ask key questions about where our collective faith is being sharpened, what stories we might be moving through, and how best to work with these energies. Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.Today we talk about one of the most feared cards in the tarot: but is Death really all that bad? Can we become worshipful of change? How can we allow change to happen through us and for us, rather than to us? Listen to find out.Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here. In this episode, I talk to my childhood best friend and total badass, Gabrielle Elyse. I had the honor of reading her chart, which revealed her secret superpower: The Depth of Human Expression. Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.Today we talk all about the Hanged One, how we can use it in our resistance movements, what it means to receive it in a reading, and so much more. In this episode, we talk about discomfort being a portal to great spiritual awakening, and ways that we can facilitate this awakening in our everyday lives. Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.Today, we change things up a bit and I take you through a collective reading about trust. First, we talk about the Mars/Pluto opposition, the nature of power, and how to fall into deeper trust when it feels like we're being triggered from all angles. Then, we get into a juicy collective reading about how to cultivate greater trust and what seeds we want to sow into the cracks of Empire as we rebuild. Thank you for listening. I'll see you next week when we chat about the Hanged One!Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.In this episode, we talk about the Justice card, how to interpret it in a reading, how clarity is ever-evolving, why our collective agreements are so important, and so much more. Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.Today, I interview Harvey MILF--teacher/research enthusiast by day and Real Russian Woman by night. We talk about their secret superpower--supersonic listening, along with their soul's craving to be a student in this lifetime, the power of beauty, and so much more. You can check out their fabulousness at @Harvey.milf on Instagram <3Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.This week, we dive deep into the Wheel of Fortune card, how it is useful for resistance movements, how to interpret it in a reading, its symbolism, and so much more! We talk about the nature of true surrender, how to accept the many defeats and triumphs of life, and how to stay grounded through it all. Thank you for listening <3 Happy Spring!Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailEPISODE NOTE: During this episode I briefly talk about many worldwide events that happened during big astrological transits. I made a mistake when discussing the "Kony 2012" film: the film depicted events that were happening in the Uganda, not Rwanda. While editing the episode I noticed the slip up, though I noted it happened in Uganda later in the episode. Just wanted to clarify for anyone wondering :)In this episode, we talk about huge upcoming Aries transits: the last solar eclipse we'll have in Aries until 2032, Neptune and Saturn ingressing into Aries causing massive societal shifts, as well as their conjunction, which will get within a degree of closeness this year, and go exact in February 2026. I cover historical themes of both Neptune in Pisces (from 2011-2025) and the last time Neptune in Aries (from the 1860s to the 1870s), setting the stage for where we're coming from (Pisces) and giving an overview of where we might be going (Aries). Then, I give best practices for interfacing with the present moment, how to ground in these uncertain times, and reflect on the sacred invitation of Aries energy. Happy Equinox and Eclipse season! Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.In today's episode, we learn all about the Hermit card, it's correspondences, and how we can use it to bolster our resistance movements. The Hermit is all about engaging with the Divine Mystery, diving even deeper into the subconscious, and finding hidden knowledge beyond the limits of what is known. Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.Today we have our FIRST LIVE ASTROLOGY READING and interview with my dear pal Wendy Hobdy. Her superpower? Being a powerful communicator (hello fashion marketing!), sacred outsider/lovergirl, and all-around bad bitch.We had the best time catching up, and there's lots of laughs as well as some deep conversation. It really feels like sitting on the couch and chatting with your besties. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did!If you want to check out Wendy's work or hire her for your next project, you can check out her website: www.wendyhobdy.com Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.Today's episode is a bit of a freestyle as I give you a glimpse into my tarot process. After some last-minute changes in plans, and realizing that me and many of my students were feeling dysregulated this week, I thought--why the hell not? And concocted a tarot spread for tapping into gentleness.Most of us who are committed to a spiritual path are far too hard on ourselves. Where can we find more self-compassion? What are our blind spots? Hopefully this spread can be a jumping-off point for finding more gentleness within.Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailHappy Black History Month!!!In honor of our Black witches and wizards, I did a little digging into the history of Black Magick and witchcraft here in the States! Though woefully incomplete, I hope this will be a jumping off point to inspire your own study and celebration as we take this month to honor Black witches and freedom fighters past and present. Sources:Hoodoo:Black Magic Matters: Hoodoo as Ancestral Religion, featuring professor Yvonne Chireau and Giovanna Parmigiani at Harvard Divinity School:https://cswr.hds.harvard.edu/news/magic-matters/2021/11/10Vodou and the differences between hoodoo and Vodou:https://www.ulc.org/ulc-blog/voodoo-vs-hoodoo-whats-the-difference?srsltid=AfmBOoqp2-MjLASJKjpzKD7J03ZuiZxlNcZw5savwvDSeU7py3ndWImk12703https://medium.com/@ioannis.tsiokos/hoodoo-vs-voodoo-c9da8d5c193bUniting themes of West African Religions:https://www.britannica.com/topic/African-religionsOrishaMarie Laveau:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marie_Laveau​​Marie-LaveauZora Neale HurstonaboutZora_Neale_Hurstonhttps://www.edgeofyesterday.com/time-travelers/discover/heroes/zora-neale-hurstonhttps://www.litpubcrawl.com/thescrape/zombies-amp-hoodoo-amp-zora-neale-hurstonPamela Colman Smithhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pamela_Colman_Smithhttps://news.artnet.com/art-world/pamela-colman-smith-rider-waite-tarot-2163627https://www.americanrenaissancetarot.com/blog/2019/3/1/pamela-colman-smith-americanPeople to follow:Diana Rose (ddamascenaa on IG)Eroticsofliberation on IGEv’Yan Whitney (Sensual Self podcast, evyan.whitney on IG)Jasmine’s Garden (jasminesgarden23 on TikTok)Bri Luna of the Hood Witch (thehoodwitch on IG)adrienne maree brown (adriennemareebrown)Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here. Today's episode is all about the Strength card and how to build internal fortitude which can wield external change. The tarot's particular flavor of Strength is all about kindness and compassion towards our animal selves, which extends to compassion for others. Compassion is not something we have in spite of Strength, but instead, it is the source of it. Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.Today's episode is about accepting yourself, even if (and especially when!) it may seem selfish to do so. Loving yourself is the first step to loving others and the world around you--it is a radical act of communal care.The episode is in three parts: 1. Why self-acceptance is important2. What self-acceptance is/looks like/feels like3. How to practice self-acceptance in your every day life. If nobody has told you this today, you are cherished and the world needs you. I hope you find some space within all the noise to rest easy in that fact. Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailThis episode is all about the last card of the consciousness line--the Chariot!We also talk about how the Chariot can keep us focused on our life path, how this relates to consciousness, and why the Chariot is a last important step before moving into the subconscious. We also talk about focus and how to focus more efficiently so that we can stay dedicated to our mission in this lifetime. Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here. This week, we kick off our second season with a very important post-holidays reminder: we all need rest. In this episode, we explore how nature urges us to rest in the winter, though many of us resist this impulse. We'll also talk about all the ways that we can hold rest, even when the world seems like it's on fire. Though the concepts are simple, they're anything but easy, so come curious and snuggle up as we discuss this ever-increasingly-important topic. Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.This week, we talk all about the lovahs! The Lovers is a card about love--and love is strongest when it is deeply rooted in divine resonance. Don't worry; we'll explain what that means! As well as how to tune into this resonance to find the many soulmates you'll meet during this lifetime. And as always, we begin the episode with some keywords for this card (both upright and reverse), as well as how to use this card as an act of resistance. Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here. In this episode, I share my favorite tips for one of my favorite topics--practice! You don't have to be a musician or even consider yourself "creative" to have any kind of practice, and we discuss why that is in this episode. The lessons you learn here can be applied to literally ANY kind of practice--astrology, scuba diving, patience, loving better, brushing your teeth--ANY. THING. They've also been honed over 3 years of helping my music students start and maintain practice routines, and come from decades of personal experience with my musical practice, spiritual practice, building and maintaining my business, and basically anything I set my mind to.Seriously--if you don't listen to any other episode, I hope you listen to this one, because it's just that good. Enjoy!Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here. In this episode, we dive deep into the Hierophant, a card which has befuddled many tarot readers and querents with its religious imagery and adherence to tradition and structure. In this episode, we deconstruct the Hierophant's roots of colonialism, authority, and power, and reimagine better structures and uses of this card. May your hierarchies be healed and whole. <3Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailYour rage, grief, and frustration are all a sacred expression of one thing: love.In this episode, we have a frank conversation about division on the left, how we got here, and what we can do about it. We also talk about the astrological implications of the present moment, including Pluto's upcoming ingress into Aquarius and December's Mars retrograde. The point? Love always endures--even if humans aren't present to witness it. But why would we want to miss a second of the Earth's never-tiring love? We'll get through this together. <3Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.In this episode, we dive deep into the Emperor card, which many tarot readers have a tenuous relationship with at best. During the episode, I offer a framework that might help us reimagine and mend our relationship with the expansion, authority, and stability that this card seeks to give us. With love at the center, expansion becomes something empowering rather than dominating. In that spirit, we also discuss 7 tenants of healthy leadership and authority, so that we can all lead more empowered and impactful lives. I hope this will be helpful for you and your practice <3Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq. I'm so happy you're here!Let's talk about death, baby! In this episode, we talk about the *aura* of spooky season, and why we associate it with death. We read a poem, we cry a little, and I share a bit about my own ancestors. I hope this may inspire you to honor your own ancestors, because they're the reason for the season. Content warning: we talk about death for most of the episode, so if you'd like to skip ahead to more light-hearted practices for getting into the spirit of spooky szn, skip ahead to 29:00. Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here. In this episode, we dive into the Empress card, its significations, and what is could mean when you receive it in a reading. More than that, though, we talk about practices to embody the Empress in your day to day life--how to live a life of radical abundance. With hot takes on gender, the true meaning of abundance, consent, and so much more, this episode is jam-packed with information. I hope you enjoy it!!Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here. In this episode, I talk about my own personal theories on how astrology works, how it's useful, and ways to frame astrology that will benefit you in your spiritual practice, no matter what level you're at.Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on Pixabay.comMusic: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.In this episode, we dive into the High Priestess card, it's significations, and what it could mean when you receive it in a reading. More than that, though, we will be talking about practices to embody the High Priestess and get in touch with your own intuition--as well as discuss why connecting with your intuition is a tool of resistance. Music: "Future Abstract" by penguin music on Pixabay.comMusic: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here. In this episode, I talk a bit about my own personal theories on how the Tarot actually works, as well as how I came to this modality as a way to process trauma and receive spiritual guidance from the Divine. Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on Pixabay.comMusic: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the School of Raq! I'm so happy you're here.In this first episode, we dive into the philosophy of the School of Raq: "What's Your Secret Superpower?" This phrase is best represented by the Magician card in the tarot, so we talk about all the significations of the Magician card, and how to live out the teachings of the Magician card in your everyday life. Music: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on Pixabay.comMusic: "Future Abstract" by penguinmusic on pixabay.com Operation Olive Branch's gofundme for a family encampment: https://www.gofundme.com/f/operationolivebranchLinks for other Operation Olive Branch resources: https://linktr.ee/opolivebranch?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e5466e96-9bb2-4417-ad49-531855c29178Book a free consult call, tarot/birth chart reading, coaching service, or get on the email list for exclusive updates:https://linktr.ee/schoolofraqFollow me on socials!Instagram: @raquelleblackwoodtiktok: @schoolofraq