AI to Psychic Hotlines: Manipulation or Insight?
AI to Psychic Hotlines: Manipulation or Insight?  
Podcast: The Awake Space Astrology Podcast
Published On: Mon May 26 2025
Description: S5 Ep 19 of The Awake Space Podcast explores how spirituality (and other subjects) leave people open to manipulation and scams. Your host Laurie Rivers has been a professional astrologer since 1998 and brings her 3 decades of experience to the table to help you understand how not to get scammed or sucked into a delusional spiral with AI, Social Media and even psychic hotlines.Tracy St. Croix is this week's guest, she brings her experience, wisdom and humor to share her experience on psychic hotlines. Laurie and Tracy have a humorous conversation while setting the record straight, then explain how they came up with a solution to help their clients who have questions or need a quick touch base. Show Links:Awake Space Patreon supports the podcast and keeps it ad free. Join HERE for resources and juicy discounts (and access to Laurie's new quick connect link)Tracy St. Croix for outstanding psychic mediumship for life and business. Click HereUpcoming Events with Laurie:Laurie & Matilda See Stuff May 31st - Astrologer Laurie Rivers and Medium Matilda join forces yet again to get your through the second half of 2025 - Get Your Tickets HERE2026 Year Ahead Predictions with Laurie Rivers - June 21 2025. Join Laurie for a month by month walk through and q&a about 2026 to help you prepare and make the most of the energy. (Patrons save 50% go to the member discount collection for your code) - Book HereChapters00:00 Astrological Insights and Systemic Change02:33 The Role of AI in Spirituality05:34 New Moon in Gemini: Crafting Your Future12:59 Exploring AI in Spirituality and Divination15:46 The Limitations of AI in Intuitive Practices18:49 The Dangers of Mirroring and Cognitive Bias22:07 The Evolution of Astrological Interpretation24:59 The Role of Human Insight in Astrology28:03 Ethics in Divination and Psychic Readings29:17 Patron Shout Outs and Community Appreciation31:21 Navigating Psychic Hotlines and Co-Creating Solutions31:34 Exploring Psychic Hotlines34:36 The Reality of Psychic Readings37:23 Client Management and Expectations40:09 Lessons from the Hotline Experience43:13 Navigating Emotional Intelligence in Readings46:04 The Role of Intuition in Psychic Work48:56 Innovating Psychic Services51:51 Creating Accessible Guidance53:33 Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Psychic Services59:55 The Role of Intuition in Client Interactions01:07:21 Balancing Personal Well-being with Professional Service01:14:34 Innovating Psychic Services for Modern Needs01:15:25 Balancing Work and Personal Time01:16:50 Authenticity and Integrity in Readings01:18:16 The Importance of Community in Spiritual Work01:18:53 Evening Sessions and Client Needs01:20:34 Quick Touch Base Sessions01:21:30 Exploring Spirituality and Business01:23:30 Learning from Experience and Mentorship01:27:21 Training and Synthesis in Readings01:29:01 Navigating Client Expectations01:37:17 Innovating Spiritual Services01:38:23 Introduction and Upcoming Events01:40:15 Astrological Predictions and Global Events01:48:19 Intense Global Climate and Political Changes01:51:57 Personal Well-being and Conclusion