September 20th, 2022
In this episode author Vesa Iitti guided us through a who's who of the Finnish Occult scene of the 19th through 21st centuries. He helped us understand the context of this movement and these individuals in light of the politics of the day, and Finnish national identity. We also discussed the Kalevala, the national epic of Finland, which partly inspired the works of J.R.R Tolkien.
https://www.instagram.com/lightbringers_of_the_north/
https://www.facebook.com/valonkantajatkirja
July 29th, 2022
In this episode we speak with Dr Megan Rose about the interesting phenomenon of spirit marriage , and the role it has had in all cultures and spiritualties of the world. We also discuss what this looks like in the modern age.
Megan Rose:
https://www.drmeganrose.com/
June 18th, 2022
In this episode we speak with author, scholar, practitioner Dr John Opsopaus to discuss his new book The Secret Texts of Hellenic Polytheism: A Practical Guide to the Restored Pagan Religion of George Gemistos Plethon.
Only sixteen chapters of Plethon's Book of Laws survive, and for the first time ever, they have been translated into English in their entirety.
We discuss all things Plethon, as well as the practice of Hellinic Polytheism and Theurgy in the modern day, and much more.
http://www.opsopaus.com/
May 19th, 2022
In this episode we talk with the knowledgeable and proficient practitioner of Palo Monte, Tata Kiyumba.
We speak about the real world work of a Palero in their community, and the history of the Kongo/Bantu diaspora in the new world.
We also discuss the Bantu cosmogony, Nganga, witchcraft and much more.
The Special Man on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/potionspowdersandsundries/
April 5th, 2022
In this episode we had a fascinating discussion with visionary artist Seven Bremner. We spoke about her new book and some of the underlying Hermetic and Alchemical philosophies that influence her work. We also discussed the praxis of art as a theurgic experience and expression.
This and much more!
Marlene's website:
https://marlenesevenbremner.com/
March 12th, 2022
In this episode we explore the depths of the traditional craft practice paradigm with author, mystic, scholar Shani Oates; maid of the clan of Tubal Cain.
https://clantubalcain.com/the-people-of-goda-the-clan-of-tubal-cain/
https://www.amazon.com/Shani-Oates/e/B00N8AOZZK%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
January 21st, 2022
In this episode we spoke to Kimbanda Priest and Candomble Babalorisha Diego de Oxossi of Sao Paulo Brazil.
Diego educated us on the spirit cults and the deity cults of Brazil and described the differences between working with the Eshu and Orisha.
We talked about the roots of Kimbanda as well as the philosophy and practice.
This and much more !
Diego's website:
https://www.diegodeoxossi.com.br/main
Diego on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/diegodeoxossi/?hl=en
November 30th, 2021
Rocky Geis is back for round two. In this episode we talk about working with your ancestors, proper offerings, sacrifices and best practices for interaction with spirits. We also tackle cultural appropriation, gatekeeping, the signal to noise ratio in the occulture.... and a whole lot more.
Rocky's website
https://www.vodousorcerer.com/
Etsy shop
https://www.etsy.com/shop/vodousorcerer?ref=l2-about-shopname
October 31st, 2021
We are once again joined by international man of mystery and polymath Mr. Nikolas Schreck.
Nikolas helps us celebrate the Halloween holiday with a deep discussion on the liminality of the season and the transience of life itself.
We talk about the fear of death, bardo the transition between states of being, the absolute reality of karma, and even undead zombie sorcerers.
Nikolas on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2ov13kbPxeJttTzaN0F3jX
October 5th, 2021
In this episode we speak to traditional witchcraft practitioner Kerry Wisner. This was a far reaching conversation which delved into the praxis of authentic witchcraft from someone who has been living this lifestyle for many years.
We touched on numerous important topics such as working with the spirits of nature, the tools employed by the traditional practitioner, working with the shadow, ethics in practice and much more.....
Kerry's books
https://www.troybooks.co.uk/kerry-wisner/
Kerry's website
https://www.akhetservices.com/
