The Conscious Diva

• #77 Ancient Goddess Magic with Vanessa Lavallée

  In this episode, ancient magic enthusiast and animist practitioner, Vanessa Lavallée joins me to talk about her new book Ancient Goddess Magic: Invoking the Queens of the Heavens. We discuss the celestial roots of astral magic and the influential goddesses in many classical and ancient Middle Eastern and Pagan cultures. Highlights include:The Legend of Corona Borealis and other constellations.The Lady of the Sea, and who is the Goddess Inanna?Vanessa shares a much-needed remembrance of the many faces of the goddess, exploring how values and perspective have shifted from symbolic significance to a patriarchal perspective. Why it is important to remember our ancestral feminine traditions - Particularly as diviners of planetary intelligence.How to invoke specific deities based on thousand-year-old rituals and spiritual practices that are still relevant today.Vanessa holds a master’s degree in ancient religions and is working towards a doctorate in religious studies. She lives in Montreal, Canada.Links:https://www.innertraditions.com/author/vanessa-lavalleeWitches, Out of The Shadows exhibition: https://pacmusee.qc.ca/en/exhibitions/detail/witches-out-of-the-shadows/ Thank you to my new sponsors. This Episode is brought to you by:  • The Sattva Collection - 10% off with code TheConsciousDiva • Birds & Beans Organic Coffee - 10% off with DIVA2025The Conscious Diva Podcast wouldn’t be possible without your support! A massive THANK YOU for listening. If you’d like to further support my podcast, you can:SUBSCRIBE in your favorite podcast player or YouTube. FOLLOW me @The_Conscious_Diva on Instagram.  BOOK a session with Tatyanna. SIGN-UP to receive emails at www.tatyannawright.com

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• #76 Horse Medicine with Sandra Wallin

  Get ready to be nuzzled by horse medicine in this episode of The Conscious Diva with my guest, Sandra Wallin.Most of us think of horses as herd animals, but have you ever considered horses as a healing path to transformation? Sandra shares why horse medicine is more relevant today than ever through her magical new oracle deck - The Council of Horses Oracle: A 40-Card Deck and Guidebook.HIGHLIGHTS:Sandra's deck explores ancestral wisdom through the spirit of horses, allowing you to tap into the earthly and spiritual guidance of horses. What is horse medicine, and why is it important as a tool for transformation?Horse whispering and listening.Sandra a pulls a card for listeners. Sandra is a sought-after speaker, educator, psychotherapist, and horse listener. She teaches equine-guided wellness worldwide. Her co-collaborator, Kim McElroy, is an award-winning equine artist renowned for her visionary artistic and written creations.Websites:https://www.sandrawallin.com https://www.spiritofhorse.com

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• #75 Heal your Inner Child with Christina Prokos

  In this episode, my guest, Christina Prokos, explains the importance of inner child work. The inner child is the version of you that needs attention. It is the aspect of Self that feels disassociation. Christina breaks down:- Why inner child work is painful.- Why your inner child needs you to pay attention. - And she explains how healing leads us to the truth of who we and, ultimately, to our purpose work, and Self-love.She also talk about angels, soul retrieval, and spiritual bypassing. Christina is also the co-host of The Soul Thrive Podcast, with Ivana Musich. I hope you enjoy this episode. Please let me know, write a review, leave a comment and follow me on IG the conscious diva. Thank you so much for listening.About Christina: Christina Prokos is a renowned psychic and intuitive counselor celebrated for her transformative work in soul retrieval, shadow work, and trauma healing. With thousands of clients transformed through her unique blend of spiritual insight and emotional depth, Christina empowers individuals and couples to break free from past wounds, reconnect with their inner child, and build authentic, thriving relationships. Her intuitive guidance and expertise have made her a sought-after force for profound, lasting change.Links: https://www.christinaprokos.com

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• #74 Crystals for Psychic Defense with Nicholas Pearson

  Back on my show is one of my favourite crystal experts – Nicholas Pearson, to talk about his latest book, Crystals for Psychic Defense. This is one of the best books I’ve read on the subject of modern psychic protection.  In this episode we discuss the more active protection practices—like magickal techniques for warding your home, vehicle, and workspace and potential ill-wishing from those around you. We also talk about how to combat and neutralize psychic attack utilizing the techniques of binding, banishing, reversal, crystal grid layouts, and exorcism for spirit release.  Nicholases latest book also includes an in-depth directory of 145 of the most powerful and effective crystals and gemstones for protection, banishing, and recovery from psychic attack.  This is an awesome episode on psychic defense filled with advice and tools you can use immediately. For more information on this episode, please visit the show notes page #74 at the conscious diva.com – And You can follow me on IG, the Conscious Diva.  About Nicholas Pearson: https://theluminouspearl.com Nicholas Pearson has been immersed in all aspects of the mineral kingdom for more than 30 years. He is among the foremost experts on crystals. He is an award-winning author of several books including Crystal Basics, Stones of the Goddess, and Crystal Healing for the Heart. Nicholas combines his extensive background in mineral science with a love of healing, spirituality, and folklore to illustrate the healing properties of gemstones. Through his books and classes, he aims to bridge the scientific with the spiritual, the philosophical with the practical, and the mundane with the mystical. He began teaching crystal workshops in high school, later studying mineral science at Stetson University while pursuing a degree in music. He worked for several years at the Gillespie Museum, home to the largest mineral collection in the southern United States. A certified teacher and practitioner of Usui Reiki Ryoho, he teaches crystal and Reiki classes throughout the United States. He lives in Orlando, Florida.

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• #73 Karahan Tepe: A Re-writing of History with Andrew Collins

  This episode explores the mythology, symbolism, and ancient history of Karahan Tepe with science and history writer Andrew Collins. This is a thought-provoking conversation into esoteric lore and the ancient origins of civilization. Andrew Collins is the author of over fifteen books that challenge the way we think about the past. In his latest book,  Karahan Tepe: Civilization of the Anunnaki and the Cosmic Origins of the Serpent of Eden – he reveals why this Turkish site, built more than 11,000 years ago, is considered the most important archaeological discovery of the 21st century. Andrew's book is a must-read for anyone interested in the mythology, symbolism, ancient history and meaning of serpents, plus how spiritual traditions intersect with astrology, cosmology and scientific inquiry. HIGHLIGHTS: We discuss how Karahan Tepe could possibly be connected to the Garden of Eden. Andrew shares his in-depth investigation of the carvings and constructions at Karahan Tepe. How the Cygnus Constellation relates to the primal awakening of human consciousness. How Karahan Tepe was used by shamans to connect with the Milky Way’s Galactic bulge in its role as the head of the cosmic serpent. And we touch on how this might relate to Vedic astrology. Adam and Eve and the story of the serpent. I hope you enjoy this episode. Please let me know by leaving a review, or send me a message on IG at the Conscious Diva. Everything you need to know about his episode can be found on the show page notes - www.TheConsciousDiva.com Ep# 73. Thank you so much for listening.   ABOUT ANDREW: Andrew Collins is a science and history writer who investigates advanced civilizations in prehistory. He is the co-discoverer of a massive cave complex beneath the Giza plateau, now known as “Collins’ Cave.” The author of several books, including Origins of the Gods and Göbekli Tepe: Genesis of the Gods, he regularly appears on radio shows, podcasts, and TV series, including Ancient Aliens, The UnXplained with William Shatner, and Lost Worlds. He lives in Essex, England.

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