The Art of Divination with Z. Mann Zilla

Myths and Realities of Tarot Traditions

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The divination arts contain a great deal of mysticism, and with that come many habits, rituals, and traditions. Z. Mann Zilla explores some of the most popular ones, examines where they come from, and offers advice on what they add to your practice.

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How to Choose Your Everyday Carry for Divination

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 16:00:00 -0400

Opportunities for practicing your craft can happen at any time. Z. Mann Zilla shares his experiences and highlights what to keep in mind when choosing divination tools as your everyday carry, whether that's cards, runes, coins, or something else entirely.

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The True History of Futhark Rune Casting

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Despite feeling ancient, Futhark runes are in many ways more contemporary than many people realize. Z. Mann Zilla explores the surprisingly recent history of divination with Futhark runes and explains why it is still a solid and versatile divination technique.

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The Merits of Deck Collecting

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 16:00:00 -0400

In addition to being a fun hobby, tarot deck collecting can enhance your practice in a number of ways, with each deck capable of communicating in a different voice. Z. Mann Zilla explores the practical benefits of building a diverse deck collection.

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Understanding Change with the I Ching

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:00:00 -0400

Among the oldest divination arts still in practice, the I Ching remains unique for its no-nonsense approach and focus on practical, grounded advice. Z. Mann Zilla explores the nature of change and explains why the I Ching is a personal favorite divination system.

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How to Use Divination to Give Good Advice

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 03:00:00 -0400

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.

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An Introduction to the Lenormand Oracle

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 17:00:00 -0400

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.

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Three Intuitive Techniques for Guidebook-Free Reading

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 16:00:00 -0400

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.

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Avoiding Counterfeit Decks

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:00:00 -0400

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.

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Randomness Before Cards

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0400

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.

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The Validity of Oracle Decks

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400

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!

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Why Read with the Tarot de Marseille

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400

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.

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Getting Started with Tarot

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400

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.

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