Could a lavish Great Gatsby-themed birthday party reveal more about our family dynamics than we anticipated? Join us as we recount the glitz, glam, and emotional weight of my mom's 55th birthday celebration at the 1899 Social Club. This milestone was particularly poignant because her siblings never reached this age, prompting reflections on life, loss, and the future. We'll also unpack the complexities of my sister's relationship with her Sudanese Muslim boyfriend, who keeps their two-year romance a secret from his family due to traditional views on arranged marriages. What does this mean for their future together?Next, we're diving into the ever-controversial world of TikTok and cultural appropriation within spiritual practices. Remember the WitchTok craze during quarantine? It brought us eerie targeted ads and a newfound interest in bone collecting, but it also raised significant questions about privacy and tech influence. We'll dissect a particular controversy where a white TikTok creator claimed to channel the African deity Oshun, only to be corrected by a voodoo priestess. This incident opens up a broader conversation about cultural sensitivity and respect in modern spiritual practices.Finally, we navigate the thorny topic of inclusion in traditionally closed spiritual practices like Espiritismo and Santeria. Can white people genuinely be part of these communities, especially in today's charged political climate? We'll share personal anecdotes, debate authenticity versus performativity, and offer tarot readings for Leo season. From the Empress card symbolizing abundance for Leo to the Death card signaling transformations for Pisces, we've got astrological insights that promise to guide and entertain. So sit back, relax, and get ready for a whirlwind episode filled with thought-provoking discussions and a touch of light-hearted banter.www.bella-bruja.comwww.edeneyetarot.com@bellabruja@edeneyetarot