The Art of Divination with Z. Mann Zilla

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The Art of Divination is for readers who want to improve their practice.  Z. Mann Zilla covers tarot, oracles, runes, I Ching, and many other reading systems. Each episode explores the lore, history, methods, and applications of these crafts with actionable advice you can immediately use in your readings.

Episodes

  1. 5 days ago

    How to Use Divination to Give Good Advice

    The most practical element of any divination reading is advice. Whether it's confident affirmations or a path forward, it is why people seek readings in the first place. In the most meta episode yet, Z. Mann Zilla gives advice on the best ways to give advice. Explore our collection and join our membership at https://artisantarot.com. Learn more about Z. Mann Zilla at https://pandangit.com. Music by Waywell. https://linktr.ee/hwaywell

  2. 30 Aug

    An Introduction to the Lenormand Oracle

    The Lenormand oracle deck is one of the most impressive, information-dense, and easy-to-learn cartomancy systems ever devised. Learn about its fascinating history, straightforward symbolism, and the unique Grand Tableau reading system. Z. Mann Zilla argues that every divination artist should try this inspired divination tool. Explore our collection and join our membership at https://artisantarot.com. Learn more about Z. Mann Zilla at https://pandangit.com. Music by Waywell. https://linktr.ee/hwaywell

  3. 23 Aug

    Three Intuitive Techniques for Guidebook-Free Reading

    Intuitive reading methods provide quick mental shortcuts and add meaningful context to readings, in a way seldom found in the rigid descriptions and limiting keywords of a guidebook. Learn how to empower your readings with these three simple-to-learn techniques. Explore our collection and join our membership at https://artisantarot.com. Learn more about Z. Mann Zilla at https://pandangit.com. Music by Waywell. https://linktr.ee/hwaywell

  4. 16 Aug

    Avoiding Counterfeit Decks

    The risks of buying knock-off tarot cards go beyond inferior cardstock and unpaid artists. They are also a vector for scams that could cost you far more than the few dollars you'd save. Z. Mann Zilla explains the grift, its harms, and how to avoid them. Explore our collection and join our membership at https://artisantarot.com. Learn more about Z. Mann Zilla at https://pandangit.com. Music by Waywell. https://linktr.ee/hwaywell

  5. 9 Aug

    Randomness Before Cards

    Learn the importance of a random element in divination arts and explore all the ways randomness was achieved before decks of cards became the norm. These methods range from the deceptively simple and clever to the outright dangerous. Explore our collection and join our membership at https://artisantarot.com. Learn more about Z. Mann Zilla at https://pandangit.com. Music by Waywell. https://linktr.ee/hwaywell

  6. 6 Aug

    The Validity of Oracle Decks

    Z. Mann Zilla discusses bespoke, purpose-made oracle decks, examining their validity as a "stepping stone" to tarot and answering common questions about whether these so-called "miscellaneous" decks can be genuine divination tools. Spoiler alert: their history puts them on much steadier ground than you may realize! Explore our collection and join our membership at https://artisantarot.com. Learn more about Z. Mann Zilla at https://pandangit.com. Music by Waywell. https://linktr.ee/hwaywell

  7. 4 Aug

    Why Read with the Tarot de Marseille

    Learn about the origins of the Tarot de Marseille and why these decks offer a straightforward approach to reading. By demystifying the origins of tarot, you'll discover a more straightforward and honest system of reading, one which benefits from the earlier and more simplistic art styles of the 1500s. Explore our collection and join our membership at https://artisantarot.com. Learn more about Z. Mann Zilla at https://pandangit.com. Music by Waywell. https://linktr.ee/hwaywell

  8. 3 Aug

    Getting Started with Tarot

    Z. Mann Zilla explains tarot in a down-to-earth way and offers some tips to get started. Learn how tarot is, at its heart, a storytelling craft that emphasizes metaphors and associations. Explore our collection and join our membership at https://artisantarot.com. Learn more about Z. Mann Zilla at https://pandangit.com. Music by Waywell. https://linktr.ee/hwaywell

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The Art of Divination is for readers who want to improve their practice.  Z. Mann Zilla covers tarot, oracles, runes, I Ching, and many other reading systems. Each episode explores the lore, history, methods, and applications of these crafts with actionable advice you can immediately use in your readings.

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