3 out of 6 are also decks I love to work with (Wild Unknown, Wildwood and Medicine cards). I enjoy listening to people talking about the decks I already own. It sparks my enthousiasm to work with them again; to shop my own shelves 😉 Love this video and as always I love to hear you talk about tarot.
Shopping our own shelves is so fun, right? It’s kinda why I’ve been doing my set seasonal deck choices and videos this year. It’s been a fun approach. I’m so glad it sparked some desire to use some of your old faves again 🥰
Confession: If I still did videos about decks, my reviews would be overwhelmingly positive. But not because of consumerism. The truth is, I am at a place in my spiritual and tarot journey that I know what works for me: what card depictions are deal breakers, guidebook likes/dislikes, cardstock, themes, etc. The decks that would get critical reviews for me in a first impressions video don't make it into my collection anymore. I buy things I know I will love to work with. Also, I remember when I did make videos, if I discussed working with a deck that was OOP, people would complain that it wasn't available to purchase and ask me not to show those decks, even if my purpose was to share my tarot practice, not sell decks. I say this because a lot of pressure is put on creators without acknowledging that community is co-created. Viewers interact 10x more with haul videos and deck collection videos, thereby creating the demand for the content they say they are tired of. I still love the community. But I feel like in social media in general, all the pressure is on the creators with no acknowledgment that viewers influence content as much as the other way around. As always, I enjoy hearing your thoughts and hearing your insights. I also recently listened to a podcast you were a guest on and I enjoyed that as well.
I relate to a lot of this. Thank you for sharing. It’s good to hear from you 🥰 Some of these points are similar to sentiments I shared in a video discussing how I approach reviewing, but some just private thoughts. It makes sense over time we get a lot less in that doesn’t vibe with us in the same way. I definitely still outgrow my time with decks, but the experience isn’t bad. I’m just done with them occasionally. And even that isn’t something occurring regularly. I so appreciate your comments on how viewers influence content. It’s something I’ve tried to explore as each time I discuss card meanings or other more practice based explorations, engagement shifts. I do what I enjoy, so a mishmash. But it’s funny to see folks asking for one thing, yet voting for another, as it were. It’s always been sad to me to hear the backlash on someone discussing an oop deck. I love the inspiration or even simple enrichment of listening to someone share their practice and intimate experience with a deck. Not owning it, and never having the chance to really isn’t a factor. But I suppose that’s how some of our online content has changed over time. Ah the wildly tarot podcast. That was such a fun time. I really enjoyed that, so I’m glad it was an enjoyable listen. 🥰
@cosmic.creeper I agree with you about outgrowing decks or having decks that are only with you for a season. I think we have to re-think the idea that a deck-or any other interest/love- has to stay there your whole life to be valid. An experience doesn't have to be eternal to change you forever. I have had decks that I have worked with really intensely for a period then moved along. I'm not tempted to buy them again but the lessons and experiences still influence me to this day.
@thebardslament5337 yes. And the memory/changes from those experiences can be invaluable. But we don’t need the item as eternal proof. So much yes to this. 🖤
Yes yes yes! The good old days! Kinda. I think maybe the wheel is turning on some of these subjects... I am such a second hand purchaser and trader, that I may not have my finger on the pulse. I just did a vr to Nova Mundi Tarot - I could name my channel oop unapologetic. 🎉
@tamipie that’s fun that you are able to trade and second hand buy mostly. I find it really difficult here. The engagement for that just seems super low since 2020. I love seeing folks oop’s so I’m here for it lol.
Most helpful - everyone I've seen review it from a long user standpoint raves about the Wild Unknown. I've been tempted especially when those folks include it in videos saying top ten decks they would never part with ---- but I am a beginner and my brain is perplexed enough with the decks I have. Your review gave me a verification that my assessment was valid - TY. Oh my gosh have a woodpecker climbing up my redwood tree - got to run - hehehe...
It’s definitely an acquired taste, like them all really. But when something gets a lot of hype, I understand it then doesn’t always feel like a balance of experiences are shared about it. I think that’s why I loved the idea of this video so much. Cause my favourites don’t necessarily work for others. So it highlights that subjectivity a bit more. Anyways, I’m glad it helped. I wish more folks had jumped in on this tag tbh. Also, I hope you got a great view of the woodpecker 🥰
I really enjoyed this. Totally had to admit to myself that I got Medicine Woman because of you and have probably enjoyed your videos on it more than working with it. But it’s still staying. lol. 😊❤
Aww I’m glad it was a good time. Yea, I think some of our videos are just so inspiring that we get excited to see if we have that experience with a deck, but it doesn’t always land. Maybe it will have its time lol. 🥰
Loooove this video concept, so thanks be to Codi lol. Oh man, The Wild Unknown was my very first deck and I can confirm, it’s horrible for beginners lol. The guidebook, for me, was painfully uninformative. Which sucked because I loved the artwork at the time. I know Carrie Mallon, is it? Has that guide she wrote for TWU independently, and I’m sure that’s an invaluable resource for any new reader picking up TWU. But like Kim Krans…why tf spend the money on a guidebook that could’ve been a pamphlet? Lol
Isn’t it a fun concept for a video. I had fun with it 🥰 and it’s a respectful way to go about critiquing. Which I always appreciate. I figured if you watched you’d have feelings about this one. I have to say, the archetypes guidebook is amazing in comparison (and the alchemy from what I saw), so it seems like she’s definitely made changes in how she presents her guidance. Which was welcome as I do love to read the artistic intention. Yes, Carrie’s wild unknown blog is still a gem. I often direct folks to it still.
This was such fun! Your choice of the Wild Unknown was very on point. I have that deck and I really didn't like it at first. I started to come around to it a bit more after your Patreon video on reading the tarot intuitively with your brother. Certainly, I find it does better with multi-card readings than single card pulls. There might be a plethora of animal oracles these days, but I've yet to find one that's Australian focused. If you see one, please let me know! Also, I generally find your reviews to be pretty balanced and I think you do a great job with that.
@elizabethfitzgerald I’m glad our joint video helped a little. I do recognise when a deck is so popular, the sticking points aren’t always something spoken about. My brother really took to it, didn’t he? I wonder if it was the freedom of not feeling confined by knowing a tarot system already. There’s a few decks I’ve seen with many or all Australian animals. I don’t presently own them, so I can’t speak from experiential use. But I’ll share the names: Wild Wisdom Australia and I believe Animal Dreaming Oracle Cards (not to be confused with the world version) are mostly if not all Australian too, due to the creator. I’d love to hear if either end up with you, and I’ll keep my eyes peeled for more. Also, thank you for your lovely comments on my reviews. I appreciate it 🥰
@@cosmic.creeper (Argh, apologies, Logan, for the unintentional reply) T, your brother was brilliant and I enjoyed that video so much. I am way more of an intellectual reader and am still working on my intuitive muscles, which is probably why Wild Unknown was such a struggle for me at first. And also, you are amazing. I seriously don't know why I didn't just ask you for deck recommendations in the first place. The Wild Wisdom looks like just what I'm after.
@elizabethfitzgerald I thought the wild wisdom looked good. I’m intrigued myself, from a learning standpoint. As I don’t know as many. I’m far more well versed on Europe, N&S America then prob Africa - whereas I think I have far more in Asia, Antarctica and Australia to discover. In my humble opinion, TWU is a great one for flexing those intuitive muscles. Cause people can pull on what the lines, colours, shapes or animals make them think/feel. As it’s not overloaded with symbolism or scene.
My copy of Medicine Woman deck is so old, my copy is sepia on tan instead of color and my guidebook is 8x11" and spiral bound. I love Tarot of the Pagan Cat's even though the guidebook is awful. I have most of these decks and I also don't recommend them even though I love them.
I watched the video Cody made, love their perspective on... everything really. I considered doing one of these. Medicine Women hits me in the dark. I get mad every time I see it, and then tell myself it's a shadow I should address, but I don't. Maybe I will find the guidebook somewhere someday and read it. Medicine Cards, on the other hand is right up my street. (I see the ridiculousness). I also love TWU, but it doesn't really need our help, does it. If I did a video like this, it'd mostly be, well this one's oop and this one is too... 🫣
She’s great. I believe I’ve watched every video on her channel lol. That’s interesting about Medicine Woman Tarot. If you ever wanted to see anything from the book I’m happy to send a few pics. But it’s definitely not for everyone. Some of the book really irks me. Other parts are just great. Super mixed. 😂 TWU definitely doesn’t need our help. Too true. I left out my oops but for sure I’d have a few. Animal Wise Tarot first to mind as it’s another of my absolute favourites. 🤩 I say do all the oop videos you like. Although, easier said than done. I appreciate online backlash isn’t fun.
3 out of 6 are also decks I love to work with (Wild Unknown, Wildwood and Medicine cards). I enjoy listening to people talking about the decks I already own. It sparks my enthousiasm to work with them again; to shop my own shelves 😉
Love this video and as always I love to hear you talk about tarot.
Shopping our own shelves is so fun, right? It’s kinda why I’ve been doing my set seasonal deck choices and videos this year. It’s been a fun approach.
I’m so glad it sparked some desire to use some of your old faves again 🥰
Confession: If I still did videos about decks, my reviews would be overwhelmingly positive. But not because of consumerism. The truth is, I am at a place in my spiritual and tarot journey that I know what works for me: what card depictions are deal breakers, guidebook likes/dislikes, cardstock, themes, etc. The decks that would get critical reviews for me in a first impressions video don't make it into my collection anymore. I buy things I know I will love to work with. Also, I remember when I did make videos, if I discussed working with a deck that was OOP, people would complain that it wasn't available to purchase and ask me not to show those decks, even if my purpose was to share my tarot practice, not sell decks. I say this because a lot of pressure is put on creators without acknowledging that community is co-created. Viewers interact 10x more with haul videos and deck collection videos, thereby creating the demand for the content they say they are tired of. I still love the community. But I feel like in social media in general, all the pressure is on the creators with no acknowledgment that viewers influence content as much as the other way around. As always, I enjoy hearing your thoughts and hearing your insights. I also recently listened to a podcast you were a guest on and I enjoyed that as well.
I relate to a lot of this. Thank you for sharing. It’s good to hear from you 🥰 Some of these points are similar to sentiments I shared in a video discussing how I approach reviewing, but some just private thoughts. It makes sense over time we get a lot less in that doesn’t vibe with us in the same way. I definitely still outgrow my time with decks, but the experience isn’t bad. I’m just done with them occasionally. And even that isn’t something occurring regularly.
I so appreciate your comments on how viewers influence content. It’s something I’ve tried to explore as each time I discuss card meanings or other more practice based explorations, engagement shifts. I do what I enjoy, so a mishmash. But it’s funny to see folks asking for one thing, yet voting for another, as it were.
It’s always been sad to me to hear the backlash on someone discussing an oop deck. I love the inspiration or even simple enrichment of listening to someone share their practice and intimate experience with a deck. Not owning it, and never having the chance to really isn’t a factor. But I suppose that’s how some of our online content has changed over time.
Ah the wildly tarot podcast. That was such a fun time. I really enjoyed that, so I’m glad it was an enjoyable listen. 🥰
@cosmic.creeper I agree with you about outgrowing decks or having decks that are only with you for a season. I think we have to re-think the idea that a deck-or any other interest/love- has to stay there your whole life to be valid. An experience doesn't have to be eternal to change you forever. I have had decks that I have worked with really intensely for a period then moved along. I'm not tempted to buy them again but the lessons and experiences still influence me to this day.
@thebardslament5337 yes. And the memory/changes from those experiences can be invaluable. But we don’t need the item as eternal proof. So much yes to this. 🖤
Yes yes yes! The good old days! Kinda. I think maybe the wheel is turning on some of these subjects... I am such a second hand purchaser and trader, that I may not have my finger on the pulse. I just did a vr to Nova Mundi Tarot - I could name my channel oop unapologetic. 🎉
@tamipie that’s fun that you are able to trade and second hand buy mostly. I find it really difficult here. The engagement for that just seems super low since 2020.
I love seeing folks oop’s so I’m here for it lol.
Most helpful - everyone I've seen review it from a long user standpoint raves about the Wild Unknown. I've been tempted especially when those folks include it in videos saying top ten decks they would never part with ---- but I am a beginner and my brain is perplexed enough with the decks I have. Your review gave me a verification that my assessment was valid - TY. Oh my gosh have a woodpecker climbing up my redwood tree - got to run - hehehe...
It’s definitely an acquired taste, like them all really. But when something gets a lot of hype, I understand it then doesn’t always feel like a balance of experiences are shared about it. I think that’s why I loved the idea of this video so much. Cause my favourites don’t necessarily work for others. So it highlights that subjectivity a bit more. Anyways, I’m glad it helped.
I wish more folks had jumped in on this tag tbh. Also, I hope you got a great view of the woodpecker 🥰
I really enjoyed this. Totally had to admit to myself that I got Medicine Woman because of you and have probably enjoyed your videos on it more than working with it. But it’s still staying. lol. 😊❤
Aww I’m glad it was a good time. Yea, I think some of our videos are just so inspiring that we get excited to see if we have that experience with a deck, but it doesn’t always land. Maybe it will have its time lol. 🥰
Yes, and updated review of the Wild Unknown, please 😍 Many greetings from Spain!
Oh Spain, how lovely. I hope the weather and life in general is treating you well. Okies. I’ll add an up to date review on my to do list. 🥰
@@cosmic.creeper thank you, Tee, yes Spain is great :) best wishes!
Such a comfort vid! Classic Tee decks, with classic Tee commentary - love! 💚
Thank you lovely. I’m so glad you think so 🥰
This was so much fun!! The Devil card in Pagan Cats: I LOVE 🤣
Lmfao. Isn’t it hilarious. It brings me endless joy despite making very little sense 😂👌🏻
Loooove this video concept, so thanks be to Codi lol. Oh man, The Wild Unknown was my very first deck and I can confirm, it’s horrible for beginners lol. The guidebook, for me, was painfully uninformative. Which sucked because I loved the artwork at the time. I know Carrie Mallon, is it? Has that guide she wrote for TWU independently, and I’m sure that’s an invaluable resource for any new reader picking up TWU. But like Kim Krans…why tf spend the money on a guidebook that could’ve been a pamphlet? Lol
Isn’t it a fun concept for a video. I had fun with it 🥰 and it’s a respectful way to go about critiquing. Which I always appreciate.
I figured if you watched you’d have feelings about this one. I have to say, the archetypes guidebook is amazing in comparison (and the alchemy from what I saw), so it seems like she’s definitely made changes in how she presents her guidance. Which was welcome as I do love to read the artistic intention.
Yes, Carrie’s wild unknown blog is still a gem. I often direct folks to it still.
This was such fun! Your choice of the Wild Unknown was very on point. I have that deck and I really didn't like it at first. I started to come around to it a bit more after your Patreon video on reading the tarot intuitively with your brother. Certainly, I find it does better with multi-card readings than single card pulls.
There might be a plethora of animal oracles these days, but I've yet to find one that's Australian focused. If you see one, please let me know!
Also, I generally find your reviews to be pretty balanced and I think you do a great job with that.
@elizabethfitzgerald I’m glad our joint video helped a little. I do recognise when a deck is so popular, the sticking points aren’t always something spoken about. My brother really took to it, didn’t he? I wonder if it was the freedom of not feeling confined by knowing a tarot system already.
There’s a few decks I’ve seen with many or all Australian animals. I don’t presently own them, so I can’t speak from experiential use. But I’ll share the names: Wild Wisdom Australia and I believe Animal Dreaming Oracle Cards (not to be confused with the world version) are mostly if not all Australian too, due to the creator. I’d love to hear if either end up with you, and I’ll keep my eyes peeled for more.
Also, thank you for your lovely comments on my reviews. I appreciate it 🥰
@@cosmic.creeper (Argh, apologies, Logan, for the unintentional reply)
T, your brother was brilliant and I enjoyed that video so much. I am way more of an intellectual reader and am still working on my intuitive muscles, which is probably why Wild Unknown was such a struggle for me at first.
And also, you are amazing. I seriously don't know why I didn't just ask you for deck recommendations in the first place. The Wild Wisdom looks like just what I'm after.
@elizabethfitzgerald I thought the wild wisdom looked good. I’m intrigued myself, from a learning standpoint. As I don’t know as many. I’m far more well versed on Europe, N&S America then prob Africa - whereas I think I have far more in Asia, Antarctica and Australia to discover.
In my humble opinion, TWU is a great one for flexing those intuitive muscles. Cause people can pull on what the lines, colours, shapes or animals make them think/feel. As it’s not overloaded with symbolism or scene.
My copy of Medicine Woman deck is so old, my copy is sepia on tan instead of color and my guidebook is 8x11" and spiral bound. I love Tarot of the Pagan Cat's even though the guidebook is awful.
I have most of these decks and I also don't recommend them even though I love them.
Oh wow, you have the original copy. That’s so rad. I’ve seen a copy online that a pal owned but never irl.
I watched the video Cody made, love their perspective on... everything really. I considered doing one of these. Medicine Women hits me in the dark. I get mad every time I see it, and then tell myself it's a shadow I should address, but I don't. Maybe I will find the guidebook somewhere someday and read it. Medicine Cards, on the other hand is right up my street. (I see the ridiculousness). I also love TWU, but it doesn't really need our help, does it. If I did a video like this, it'd mostly be, well this one's oop and this one is too... 🫣
She’s great. I believe I’ve watched every video on her channel lol.
That’s interesting about Medicine Woman Tarot. If you ever wanted to see anything from the book I’m happy to send a few pics. But it’s definitely not for everyone. Some of the book really irks me. Other parts are just great. Super mixed.
😂 TWU definitely doesn’t need our help. Too true.
I left out my oops but for sure I’d have a few. Animal Wise Tarot first to mind as it’s another of my absolute favourites. 🤩 I say do all the oop videos you like. Although, easier said than done. I appreciate online backlash isn’t fun.