The Magician and the Fool Podcast

Guest appearance on 'My Alchemical Bromance'

 

We were recently interviewed on the very cool 'My Alchemical Bromance' Podcast with Erik Arneson.

It was lots of fun, and maybe even a little controversial at times. 
We are looking forward to having Erik on our show in the near future.

We hope you enjoy!

 

E15 Sasha Chaitow; Josephin Peladan and the magic of art

 

In this episode we talk to Sasha Chaitow PhD about the intriguing French Occultist Josephin Peladan and the symbolist movement of the late 1800s.
We discussed the power of art in esotericism, the neo-Platonic roots of Christian iconography, and much more.

Lots of fascinating information to digest!

Sasha:

http://www.sashachaitow.co.uk

 

 

 

E14 Marcus McCoy

 

 

Marcus shows us how his bio-regional animism and plant spiritism is a viable and functional approach for Western Esotericism. He brings together a multifaceted practice of alchemy, herbal-ism, blacksmithing, and folk magic for a well rounded perspective on the occult arts. 

Botany of the Dead:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/267289655/recording-of-the-class-botany-of-the?fbclid=IwAR1s7B7ArmhI-0pF2sa1c1R2d_Qux8V5dvbAdoIUMCZrpzfEucOCLHDv_nc

House of Orpheus:

https://www.houseoforpheus.com

Viridis Genii Symposium:

https://www.viridisgenii.com

Troll Cunning Forge:

https://www.instagram.com/trollcunningforge_/

 

 

 

E13 Shannon Grimes: Zosimos of Panopolis

 

 

We were fortunate enough to be joined by Dr Shannon Grimes to discuss her new book: Becoming Gold. Zosimos of Panopolis and the alchemical arts in Roman Egypt.
We discussed the historical Egyptian backdrop of the book, the views of Zosimos on magic, astronomy, daimons and of course, the visions of Zosimos. She helped define Alchemy during the early 4th century and really brings Zosimos to life.

Find the book from Rubedo Press here:

http://rubedo.press/becoming-gold

E12 Rev. Kosho Finch; Shingon Buddhism

 

In this episode we speak with Rev Kosho Finch of the Hosshinji Shingon Buddhist Temple. Kosho sensei talks to us about Kobo Daishi, 3 secrets practice, connections to Zoroastrianism, the importance of ritual, the symbolism of Mikkyo, Buddhist astrology and much more....


Rev. Kosho Finch:

https://www.shingonbuddhism.org/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_MS0HqdL34o8D-AncPThqw

 

 

E11 Jeffrey Kotyk; East Asian astrology and astral magic

 

In this episode we spoke with Jeffrey Kotyk PhD of McMaster University on the topic of East Asian astrology and astral magic. Jeffrey walks us from West to East and explains the heavy Greco-Egyptian and Persian influences on the development of Chinese and Japanese esoteric practice.

Jeffrey's Blog:

https://huayanzang.blogspot.com/

Jeffrey's papers:

https://archive.org/details/@jeffrey_kotyk

 

E10 Christopher Warnock ; Renaissance Astrology

 

In this episode we had the good fortune to be able to chat with Christopher Warnock of https://www.renaissanceastrology.com/

We are extremely grateful for the opportunity to talk with one of the great pioneers in the field of astrological magic.

We discussed the great chain of being and its association with platonic thought, astrological remediation, Chris' formula for making talismans, the influence of the moon, working with the malifics, as well as Chris' experience with the Eastern esoteric traditions of Zen and Shingon Buddhism. We also discussed Chris' upcoming book on the fixed stars and the philosophy of working with them.
And a whole lot more.

 

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E9 Edward Butler

 

In this Episode we talk to Edward Butler of https://henadology.wordpress.com/

Mr Butler tests the limits of understanding with some profound insight, and wonderful commentary on later Platonists such as Proclus.

We cover so many interesting topics such as the nature of the Forms, the Logoi, the Ineffability of the Gods, Idiotes, the infrastructure of Being, Daimons, Zeus as Nous, the principal of the One, the relationship of the Henads to the One and the procession of Being, and much more. You know, some light topics...

Some of Mr Butler's work:

https://newschool.academia.edu/EdwardButler

 

Outro song by the artist Eivør

 

E8 Greg Shaw

 In this episode we were fortunate enough to talk to the very generous Professor Greg Shaw about Iamblichus and his theurgy. Its obvious that professor Shaw has explored this content on a very deep level. We discussed many topics including the nature and role of Daimons, and the practical application of prayer, meditation and the use of Sunthemata in theurgy. We also touched on the role of Hecate as well as using Jungian models for exploring the practice. 


Professor Shaw's work:

 

https://stonehill.academia.edu/GregoryShaw

 

 

E7 Robert Place

This is the second episode with a focus on the Tarot.

We had the wonderful opportunity to interview artist, author and practitioner Robert Place on today's show. We talked alchemy, Hermes, Dracula, Pythagoras and more...as well as discussed in depth Robert's multiple influential decks. Enjoy!

 

Robert's website: https://robertmplacetarot.com/

 

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