Musings in Transit

Musings in Transit Podcast

This thirteenth episode of Musings in Transit marks the end of Season One of the podcast! I can’t believe that we have made it to this point. I will be picking this back up again in the start of the new year with fresh episodes, new guests, and more! But to close out this season, I wanted to invite someone I adore, Suprasensory Shahir, to talk about all things Jupiter, blessings, and their unique perspective on astrology. Shahir is a queer muslim astrologer, whose practice is rooted in muslim mysticism and focused on diving for love, luck, and healing portals. Shahir is incredibly special in their work as they seek to enlighten people through their unique vision and voice. With an astrology practice connected to ancient traditions with a modern flair, they know how to meet people where they are and express the energy of the stars in a succinct and undeniably accurate way. You can learn more about Shahir by checking out the links below! Shahir’s Links: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/suprasensoryshahir/] Substack [https://suprasensory.substack.com] Bookings [https://suprasensory.as.me/schedule/30ad7877] Musings in Transit is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Musings in Transit at anthonyperrotta.substack.com/subscribe [https://anthonyperrotta.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

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Let’s talk astrology, art, creativity, and more! This episode is centered around all facets and intricacies of astrology. I have invited the wonderful Jeff Hinshaw to share their insights and care with me! Jeff Hinshaw is the founder of Cosmic Cousins and a dedicated teacher and guide in the realms of astrology, tarot, and spirituality. With over a decade of experience, Jeff explores the intersection of these esoteric practices as tools for self-discovery, embodied healing, and deeper soul inquiry. In their work, Jeff weaves together astrology, tarot, psychology, meditation, and somatic healing, offering a grounded and intuitive approach that invites both personal and collective transformation. Their teachings illuminate how these ancient systems can support modern seekers in reconnecting with their truth and purpose. Also, in this episode, I mentioned chatting with Jeff on their own podcast. You can find that episode here [https://open.spotify.com/episode/35oERUqQ5CpGAy8HTbMDEq?si=ac845cdd1fc04fe2]! You can learn more about Jeff by checking out the links below! Jeff’s Links: Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/show/6kbPXmnqRvB5UQJT9zIZFN?si=178160c1e4cd48e2] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/cosmic.cousins/] Substack [https://substack.com/@cosmiccousins] Lonely Planet Tarot Deck [https://www.amazon.com/Lonely-Planet-Travel-Tarot/dp/1837586969?ascsubtag=srctok-8236c3b3d3378710&btn_ref=srctok-8236c3b3d3378710] Website [https://www.cosmiccousins.com] Musings in Transit is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Musings in Transit at anthonyperrotta.substack.com/subscribe [https://anthonyperrotta.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

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A new episode is here, where we explore the themes and depths of what Scorpio Season has to offer in many ways. This episode is one full of ancestral healing, magic, folk traditions, and coffee. I was lucky enough to have my friend, fellow author, and incredible folk witch, Leah Middleton, on the pod! Leah is a folk practionier through and through! She from southern Appalachia, in Western North Carolina, and now creating a home in the Pacific Northwest. Her work is focused on ancestral practices drawn from her roots. She has a substack called Folkcraft, where she invites readers to join her for conversations on her front porch, so to speak. For her, her writing is a creative landscape and grimoire: a place where magic, the mundane, and creativity intertwine. Recently, she has authored two books: Magic from the Hilltops and Hollers [https://bookshop.org/p/books/magic-from-the-hilltops-and-hollers-folk-witchery-superstitions-and-healing-practices-from-appalachia-leah-middleton/7d20c404f564a955?ean=9781578638802&next=t&next=t] and The Beginner Witches Handbook [https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-beginner-witch-s-handbook-essential-spells-folk-traditions-and-lore-for-crafting-your-magickal-practice-leah-middleton/7efc96b0e39e4977?ean=9781645679097&next=t&utm_source=google&utm_medium=pmax&utm_campaign=16243454879&utm_content=&utm_term=%7Bsearchterm%7D&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=16235479093&gbraid=0AAAAACfld420GPozOe_kD9DSEfMt0hkK9&gclid=Cj0KCQiAq7HIBhDoARIsAOATDxCfUFcRgun-Xz3oU94No7t2-8dnki0u5fQFiMRzVSvnJJmN6EkO5o4aAqgcEALw_wcB]. Each one drawing inspiration from her personal magical practices. Leah’s Links: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/the.redheadedwitch/?hl=en] Substack [https://folkcrafting.substack.com] Magic from the Hilltops and Hollers [https://bookshop.org/p/books/magic-from-the-hilltops-and-hollers-folk-witchery-superstitions-and-healing-practices-from-appalachia-leah-middleton/7d20c404f564a955?ean=9781578638802&next=t&next=t] The Beginner Witches Handbook [https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-beginner-witch-s-handbook-essential-spells-folk-traditions-and-lore-for-crafting-your-magickal-practice-leah-middleton/7efc96b0e39e4977?ean=9781645679097&next=t&utm_source=google&utm_medium=pmax&utm_campaign=16243454879&utm_content=&utm_term=%7Bsearchterm%7D&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=16235479093&gbraid=0AAAAACfld420GPozOe_kD9DSEfMt0hkK9&gclid=Cj0KCQiAq7HIBhDoARIsAOATDxCfUFcRgun-Xz3oU94No7t2-8dnki0u5fQFiMRzVSvnJJmN6EkO5o4aAqgcEALw_wcB] Musings in Transit is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Musings in Transit at anthonyperrotta.substack.com/subscribe [https://anthonyperrotta.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

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Happy Samhain, All Hallow’s Eve, and Day of the Dead to all who celebrate! You won’t want to miss today’s special episode. Ancestral work is the theme of the day. I am not stranger to ancestral magic and working with the home as a form of this practice as well. Your space is a living, breathing entity that deserves your kinship. Which is why today’s episode is so important, especially as we find ourselves in the witchiest and one of the most sacred times of the year. My guest today is Laura Louzau, a diviner, witch, and expert in ancestral magic/home blessings. Not to mention she is someone that I feel such a personal connection to, and I am lucky enough to live near to see regularly! Through this episode, we explore what a home blessing is, how to bless your home, spiritual cleanses and baths, and of course, how to connect with your ancestors. Learn more about Laura below: Laura Louzau is a diviner, card reader, healer, teacher and student of folk magic. She has been a practicing bruja all of her life with over 20 years of experience reading tarot cards. She creates sacred space to channel transformative messages of ancestral medicine for your highest good. Her mission is to remind you that you are never without options! We always have power to affect change in our lives. In addition to her real-talk tarot readings, she teaches classes on folk magic and offers spellwork services for emotional cleansing and drawing blessings into your life. She founded Divination Room in Denver, Colorado and is now proud to serve communities across New England! Laura’s Links: Booking divinationroom.as.me [https://divinationroom.as.me/schedule/080ef19a] IG @DivinationRoom [https://www.instagram.com/divinationroom?igsh=NXo1eXMyOWZocmY5] Email Divinationroom@gmail.com [Divinationroom@gmail.com] Blue Sky Divinationroom.bsky.social [http://divinationroom.bsky.social/] Laura also shouted out her own teachers and guides on her journey. You can find their names below: * Sterling Moon * The Death Witch - Loretta Ledesma * Brother Yona Glickman * Professor Charles Porterfield Musings in Transit is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Musings in Transit at anthonyperrotta.substack.com/subscribe [https://anthonyperrotta.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

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Being a creative, it felt right to speak on the creativity of the esoteric. I often can find the intersections in astrology, but I wanted to explore this more in the practice of tarot. My guest, Nick Jacobs, is the perfect person for this, as he is not just a reader, but a deck creator, full time artist/creative, and always has a fun perspective. It helps that Nick and I are very close! Learn more about Nick below: Nick Jacobs is joining us today, who is a good friend and not to mention a phenomenal tarot reader, a designer, and an artist. Nick has more than twenty-three years of experience working with the cards. He views tarot as a practice that creates meaningful space for reflection, offering individuals the opportunity to understand their lives more clearly and to take purposeful action. In addition to his practice, Nick is the designer, photographer, and producer of The Rebis, an annual print anthology that celebrates tarot and creativity. He is the creator of both The Haptic Tarot and the Departures Tarot, two decks that bring distinctive artistic perspectives and storytelling to the art of tarot. Through his deck work, he explores not only the symbols of tarot but also new approaches to art, design, and divination. Book a reading with Nick or follow him using these links: * Website [https://www.pageofcupstarot.com/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/pageofcupstarot/] * The Rebis [https://www.therebis.com/] Musings in Transit is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Musings in Transit at anthonyperrotta.substack.com/subscribe [https://anthonyperrotta.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]