In this heartfelt coffee-chat, Maria sits with teacher-turned-author Karen Bonofiglio, who lost her father, mother, and beloved husband within 13 months. Karen opens up about raw grief, the unexpected ways Spirit showed up (full-form apparitions, songs, feathers, coins), and how she eventually chose to live again. We talk about preserving memories, what not to say to a grieving person, practical help that actually helps, and the power of community, therapy, and breath. Karen’s books: • Whoev...
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, Maria sits down with Lucas Ilcken, a gifted 24-year-old medium from Amsterdam whose journey began in childhood under the guidance of his mother. Lucas shares how growing up spiritually aware shaped his life, the challenges of being sensitive in a modern world, and how his studies at Arthur Findlay College reignited his connection with Spirit. Together, Maria and Lucas dive deep into topics like: ✨ Developing mediumship from a young age ✨ Balanci...
In this week’s episode Maria sits down with the radiant Shelley Youell— a gifted Spiritual Medium and Artist, and former Arthur Findlay College tutor from the UK — for a deeply inspiring conversation about art, spirit, and creativity as a sacred path. Shelley shares her remarkable journey from childhood experiences with Spirit to becoming a professional evidential medium and spiritual artist. You’ll hear how her connection to the Spirit World led her to create breathtaking Spirit Art, ...
In this heart-opening episode, Maria sits down with evidential medium and live-show host Michael Christopher (co-host of Spiritually Imperfect on The Sacred Spiral Network ) to talk about the real path of mediumship: devastating loss, undeniable signs, imposter syndrome, and the courage to serve Spirit anyway. Michael shares how the passings of his siblings and the murder of his youngest sister became the catalyst for his awakening, and why authenticity—not perfection—is what Spirit asks of ...
In this inspiring episode I sit down with special guest Lori Lytle, also known as Inner Goddess Tarot. Lori is a lifelong tarot reader, author, and creator of The Unifying Conscious Tarot. Her brand-new book, Talismans and Tarot (Fall 2025), bridges the worlds of magic, intention, and the tarot in a way that is simple, approachable, and deeply empowering. Together, we explore: 🔮 What a talisman really is—and how it differs from amulets and lucky charms 💎 How to create talismans with cr...
In this soul-stretching conversation, Maria sits down with A’sha Love— A Multidimensional Guide, Speaker, and Author—to explore what happens when life cracks us open and Spirit leads the way. Aisha shares how her father’s passing in 2008 catalyzed a profound awakening, opening the door from evidential mediumship to interdimensional field work, shadow alchemy, and guiding healers through visibility blocks and “the void.” We talk about trusting your spirit team, receiving undeniable spirit com...
Today I’m thrilled to welcome back Donna Barker—Arthur Findlay College Tutor, Course Organizer, International Spiritual Medium, and Teacher. Donna is passionate about supporting students as they unfold their natural mediumistic abilities hand in hand with the spirit world. She encourages students to build trust not only with Spirit but also within themselves, so they can discover their spiritual potential and walk with confidence on their path. In this powerful conversation, we dive deep in...
In this solo episode Maria shares Tarot became the gentlest way to trust and strengthen intuition. You’ll learn a simple Card of the Day practice, how to read images and colors (hello solar plexus yellow!), and why every single soul is intuitive. Maria also walks through four cornerstone cards—The Fool, The Magician, The High Priestess, and The Sun—to show how Tarot mirrors your daily life and accelerates your inner guidance. If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I intuitive?”—this episode is y...
In this powerful episode I sit down with the extraordinary Reverend Sheila Marie—world-renowned forensic medium, author, and international peace ambassador. With over 15 years in law enforcement and more than 25 years as a spiritual teacher, Sheila has become known as “the medium with integrity,” trusted by families, agencies, and audiences worldwide. Her groundbreaking work in forensic mediumship has led her to collaborate with law enforcement, the FBI, and international agencies on ...
Today’s guest is Peter DeBenedittis, Ph.D.—an Awakening Ascension Coach with the extraordinary ability to channel any conscious entity. Peter guides people through powerful transformational work, helping them clear deep energetic blockages, awaken innate spiritual gifts, and reconnect with the field of Oneness. Through his channeling, coaching, and clearing sessions (offered on a donation basis), he makes ascension work accessible to everyone. In this conversation, we explore: ✨ Peter’s per...
✨ Enrollment is NOW OPEN for the Intuitive Tarot Certification starting September 11, 2025! ✨ Ready to unlock your intuition and discover the magic of the Tarot? 🌙🔮 Join me on this transformational journey and learn how to read the cards with confidence, clarity, and soul. 👉 Visit my website for all the details: www.mariagoncalvesmedium.com TODAY'S GUEST: ✨ Katie Steinle is a radiant guide in Human Design, Astrology, and Quantum Energy, devoted to helping others awaken their divine bluepri...
In this powerful episode our guest is: Kara Melendy has supported thousands of lightworkers, healers, and visionary women in creating spiritual wealth and financial success! She is a master at helping you tap into Cosmic Intelligence and connect with your unique blueprint for success so you align with your highest path for this earthly journey. She is an Astrologer, Certified Akashic Records Practitioner, and also holds a Masters Degree in Psychology {in addition to being trained in m...
Today's guest: Lindsay Goodwin, LAc., MSOM, BS, BA, FABORM, CLC, CHt, is a certified self-mastery mentor, business mentor, licensed natural medicine expert, motivational speaker, and born-intuitive medium. Combining science and spirituality, Lindsay guides individuals and leaders to achieve clarity, purpose, and alignment in their personal and professional lives. With her expertise in hypnotherapy, neuro-linguistic programming, and natural health solutions, Lindsay offers a holistic approach...
Celebrating 100 Episodes! My Journey into Podcasting, Mediumship & Tarot 🎉 Hi everyone, I’m Maria Gonçalves, a professional Evidential Psychic Medium, Mediumship and Tarot teacher, Speaker, Author—and now officially 100 episodes into this podcast journey! This special solo episode is raw, real, and straight from the heart. I'm taking you behind the scenes of how this podcast began—from my back injury that opened the door to mediumship, to the fear I had meeting my first mediums, to the in...
🌟 Exploring Tarot, Intuition and Transformation with Richard Knight In this powerful episode, Maria sits down with Richard Knight who is a world-renowned Tarot expert, intuitive mentor, and transformative coach with over four decades of experience in psychic development and spiritual guidance. Described as a Master in the field of Psychic Development his pioneering approach fuses classical Tarot mastery with modern coaching principles, helping individuals access profound cl...
🦋 This powerful and emotional episode, four brave mothers—Stephanie, Betsy, Leah, and Norma—join Maria to share the stories of their beloved children in Spirit. Together, they talk about: ✨ The signs they receive from their children after their passing 🦋 Butterflies, clouds, feathers, and dreams as messages from beyond 💗 Organ donation and how their children continue to live on through others 🌈 What it's like to grieve as a mom and how they keep going 🌟 Toys for Tots - Toy Drive 💗 The...
🎙️ Signs from Our Children in Spirit – with Claudia Milligan & Jenn Jackson In this deeply moving episode, I’m joined by two incredible mothers, Claudia Milligan and Jenn Jackson, who share their powerful and heart-opening journeys of connection with their sons in Spirit. After the unimaginable loss of their children, both Claudia and Jenn began receiving undeniable signs and messages from their sons—reminders that love transcends death and that our children are never truly gone. ...
✨ Unlock the Magic of Your Intuitive Gifts with Tarot! ✨ Enrollment is now open for the Intuitive Tarot Certification Course, starting September 4, 2025! Ready to deepen your intuition and read tarot with confidence? Visit my website for all the details and to reserve your spot: 👉 https://mariagoncalvesmedium.com/tarot-course ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ Today’s guest is Barbara Quinton, a gifted Psychic Medium based in Ontario, Canada. Barbara offers readings, energy healings, mentors students on...
✨ Today's Guest: Richard Braconi, Jr. – Author of Being More of God: A True Story of Spiritual Evolution ✨ This episode is deeply inspiring! I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Richard Braconi—an incredibly grounded, compassionate soul who shares his profound spiritual journey into mediumship and the lessons he's learned along the way. From retired undercover narcotics detective to self-taught spirit medium and spiritual mentor, Rich's transformation is both powerful and moving. ...
Today's guest is: Psychic Medium Kelly Palmatier has been connected to Spirit since childhood and over the years, she deepened her abilities through mentorship, parapsychology studies, and decades of intuitive practice. After 20 years as a successful business owner in web design and marketing, she followed a direct calling from Spirit in 2017 to step fully into mediumship. Now, through Channeling White Light, she offers psychic and mediumship readings — both in person in A...