Sober Magic, Art & The Year of the Magician: A Conversation with Sarah Potter

January 7
34 mins

Episode Description

In this magical start to the new year, host Kat sits down with her dear friend—psychic medium, curator, and author Sarah Potter. As we step into 2026, Sarah shares wisdom from her life-changing new book, Sober Magic: Using the Tarot and Ritual in Your Journey Away from Drinking.

Together, they explore the deep intersection of art and spirituality, discussing how to navigate the "party culture" of the art world while honoring your boundaries. Sarah opens up about her transition from full-time art curator to professional witch, the power of "Glamour Magic" to armor yourself for difficult social situations, and why asking for help is a brave creative act.

Plus, we dive into a Tarot forecast for 2026! Sarah reveals why this is a "Magician Year," filled with manifestation power, and how you can harness this energy to create the life (and art) you desire. Whether you are sober, sober-curious, or simply seeking a spiritual reset, this episode is a nourishing guide for your soul.

 

Key Takeaways:

  • Sober Magic: How to replace the "ritual" of drinking with nourishing spiritual practices like Tarot and altar work.

  • The Art World & Alcohol: Navigating gallery openings and networking events without the crutch of a drink.

  • Glamour Magic: Using fashion and intentional adornment (like heirlooms or specific colors) as spiritual armor.

  • The 2026 Forecast: Why 2026 is the "Year of the Magician" and what that means for your creative potential.

  • Embracing Discomfort: Why sitting with uncomfortable feelings is actually a superpower for artists.

 

About the Guest: Sarah Potter is a psychic medium, Tarot reader, and professional witch based in New York City. A former art curator, she now uses her intuitive gifts to help clients craft their dream lives through color magic, ritual, and Tarot. She is the author of Sober Magic and the creator of the Cosmo Tarot deck for Cosmopolitan. Her work has been featured in Refinery29, InStyle, and Teen Vogue.

 

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Mentioned in This Episode:

  • The Witch Wave Podcast with Pam Grossman

  • Create! Magazine's Winter Solstice Issue (Curated by Sarah Potter)

 

Supported by Create! Magazine:

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