Symbolic Studies

Symbolic Studies

Symbolic Studies is a project ran by lifelong artist and graphic designer Mario Garza. With a foundation in the signs of astrology, Symbolic Studies is an outlet to share symbolic insights on the zodiac, mythology, folklore and world religions. Located in the Pacific Northwest he records the show with his co-host Michelle. Mario is available for symbolic birth chart and tarot readings, private lessons and is also a freelance graphic designer.

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September 4, 2025 127 mins

Beyond her reputation for order and detail, Virgo conceals profound esoteric truths. In this podcast episode, I’m once again joined by my wife and co-host, Michelle, as we dive into the symbolic depths of Virgo and its ruling planet, Mercury. Together, we explore various facets of the sign — including its connection to grain symbolism, the veil, virgin birth, the Hermit card, the lily, its neighboring sign Leo and much more. We als...

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With the arrival of Leo season we've stepped into the symbolic heart of the zodiac. In this podcast episode, I’m once again joined by my wife and co-host, Michelle, as we dive into the symbolic depths of Leo and its ruling planet, the Sun. Together, we explore various aspects of the sign–including its connection to the heart, gold, king symbolism, the Strength card, the Sun card, its neighboring sign Virgo and much more. We al...

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Summer is here and Cancer season is upon us! In this podcast episode, I’m once again joined by my wife and co-host, Michelle, as we dive into the symbolic depths of Cancer and its ruling planet, the Moon. Together, we explore various aspects of the sign—including its connection to water symbolism, vessels, the Cube of Space, the Chariot card and much more. We also feature listener voicemails and insights from our special guest, Emi...

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Gemini season has arrived! In this podcast episode, I’m joined by my wife and co-host Michelle as we dive into the symbolic depths of Gemini and its ruling planet, Mercury. Together, we explore various facets of the sign—including its connection to the divine twin or higher self, the themes of duality and non-duality, The Lovers card, the mirror, the nomad vs. the agrarian, air symbolism, and more. We also feature listener voicemai...

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Taurus season has arrived! In this podcast episode, I’m joined by my lovely wife and co-host Michelle, as we discuss the rich symbolism of Taurus and its corresponding planet Venus. Together, we explore many symbolic aspects of the sign including the classic "feminine to masculine" inversion, its relationship to The Hierophant card, the Age of Taurus, feminine alchemy, the bullseye, how it relates to earth and much more. ...

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Spring has arrived! In this episode, I’m joined by my wonderful wife Michelle, as we discuss the rich symbolism of Aries. We explore many symbolic aspects of the sign including its relationship to Mars, spring, childhood, fire, The Emperor card, sulfur and much more. For the first time, we're featuring listener voicemails, something we're both excited about. This new format brings added depth to the show and we’re incredi...

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In this podcast episode, I'm joined by my lovely wife Michelle and together we explore the depths that is Piscean symbolism. In an effort to be well rounded, we highlight the good, bad and ugly aspects of the sign. I also read some comments and answered a few questions about Pisces.

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I started a podcast! For this maiden voyage I reached out to G.B. Marian whose work and spiritual perspective focuses on the Egyptian deity Set. G.B. is part of a Setian coven and has been studying Egyptology for most of his life. I’ve become increasingly interested with Set in recent years mostly due to his associations with Ursa Major (The Big Dipper) and, to be honest, I couldn't have asked for a better guest to discuss thi...

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