Best Pythagorean Podcasts (2024)

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Edward Watts on the Age of Justinian and the Closing of the Athenian Academy 1:09:36

29m ago1:09:36

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We discuss the life, times, and reign of Justinian, ‘probably the most consequential Roman emperor, at least since Constantine, and maybe since Augustus.’ He transformed the empire; nothing will be the same after his reign. Said reign also saw the closure of the Athenian academy and a number of crucial crises within Christianity, all of which are e…

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Tristar Alchemy, Egyptian Magic & The Glorified Being w. Robert Allan Bartlett 53:10

8d ago53:10

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In S4E10 I sit down with author and alchemist Robert Allan Bartlett to discuss his journey in the alchemical traditions, his latest work with TriStar Alchemy, his upcoming work on Egyptian magic, continuing the legacy of his mentor Frater Albertus, and much more! TriStar Alchemy:http://tristaralchemy.org For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://…

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Taylor Thomas /// The Existential Tillich 1:12:22

11d ago1:12:22

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In this episode, Justin and Matt speak with Taylor Thomas who is a PhD student in theology, ethics, and philosophy at Boston University School of Theology and a Lindamood Fellow at the Center for Mind and Culture. Taylor also hosts the Tillich Today Podcast, dedicated to exploring the profound and often revolutionary ideas of Paul Tillich, a toweri…

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Dawning Anarchism /// Reading Malabou with Clayton Crockett 1:15:06

19d ago1:15:06

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In this episode, Clayton Crockett joins Matt and Justin to discuss Catherine Malabou's recent book, "Stop Thief! Anarchism and Philosophy". Clayton Crockett is a Professor in the Department of Philosophy and Religion and the Director of the interdisciplinary Religious Studies program at University of Central Arkansas. He regularly teaches courses o…

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Plant Cunning, Vedic Astrology & the Heathen Golden Dawn w. Isaac Hill 1:07:48

22d ago1:07:48

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In S4E9 I sit down with astrologer, author, and co-host of the Plant Cunning podcast, Isaac Hill. Isaac is also in preparations to host the Plant Cunning Conference, a 4 day event taking place July 26-28, at Cohosh Creek Herb Farm & Sanctuary in Columbus, NY. Isaac and I sat down to talk about astrology western and eastern, herbalism and the plant …

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A Pythagorean Hoax, Musical Magic & Remembering Manly P. Hall w. Ronnie Pontiac 1:39:47

29d ago1:39:47

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In S4E8 I sit down with author, researcher, musician and award-winning documentary producer, Ronnie Pontiac. Ronnie and his long term partner Tamra Lucid also collaborate to form the rock duo Lucid Nation and were both closely mentored at an early age by the famed 20th century occultist and scholar of comparative religions Manly Palmer Hall. I sat …

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Platonic Selfhood, Inner Teachings & the Brilliant Light of Being w. Pierre Grimes 1:01:04

1M ago1:01:04

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In S4E7 I sit down with the late Pierre Grimes to discuss his early formative journey in philosophy, as well as a few of our shared favorite subjects including Platonism, Taoism, psycho-philosophical perspectives of the Self, and more. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Pierre Grimes. Pierre:https://www.noeticsociety.org/pierre-...https://w…

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Danielle Layne on Proclus’ Religious Life and Thought 51:40

2M ago51:40

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We are delighted to discuss what you might call Proclean spirituality with Danielle Layne. Platonic prayer as a way of living, the erotic quest for the Good, and the ever-elusive Platonic Dyad feature in a wide-ranging conversation combining proper philosophical-historical rigour with the true love of wisdom.…

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Northern Lights, New Camera, Cosmological Action 53:57

2M ago53:57

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Edward and Chris discuss the recent Northern Lights show seen across the UK, the discovery of new free-floating planets, massive black holes and the completion of the largest camera ever built. Ian Harrison joins us to report on the latest tensions in cosmology, and the potential solutions to a problem that has been concerning cosmologists for the …

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Psicocymatica, Archetypal Cosmology & the Changing Paradigm w. Soledad Davies 1:20:15

2M ago1:20:15

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In S4E6 I sit down with with Astrologer, scholar, instructor, and founder and director of the Psicocymatica school of astrology, Soledad Davies. We talk about modern scholarship in esotericism, her thorough academic training, her astrological practice, and early experiences with astrology, and much more! Psicocymatica:http://psicocymatica.com The N…

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Graeme Miles on Proclus the Commentator 43:23

2M ago43:23

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We discuss Proclus' titanic labours in the field of commentary – on many Platonic dialogues, but also on the Chaldæan Oracles, the Homeric poems, and a number of other texts – with Graeme Miles, an acute reader of Platonist philosophy and part of the team translating Proclus' Republic commentary into English. Come for Platonic commentary as spiritu…

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The Esoteric Proclus, Part II: Esoteric Exegesis and the Occult Ontology of Language 59:22

2M ago59:22

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We enter the interconnected webwork of a reality where signs are things, things are signs, and everything means everything, but appropriately. Come for the visionary semiotics, stay for the occult sigils.By Earl Fontainelle

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Future Leaders, Past Masters & the Esoteric Core of Freemasonry w. Brothers Jon, Jason, & Joe of the Masonic Roundtable 1:27:30

2M ago1:27:30

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In S4E5 I talk with Brothers Jason Richards, Jon Ruark, and Joe Martinez, joint co-hosts of the Masonic Roundtable podcast. We have a discussion about the past, present, and future of the Freemasonic fraternity, the esoteric core of Freemasonry, ESOTERICON 2024 and The Southeastern Masonic Symposium and much more! MRT Podcast: https://themasonicrou…

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John Opsopaus /// Pythagorean Theology 1:15:42

2M ago1:15:42

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In this episode, Matt speaks with John "Apollonius" Opsopaus who is a magician, scholar, and computer scientist who has practiced magic, divination, and Neopaganism since the 1960s. He has more than 40 publications in various magical and Neopagan magazines and designed the Pythagorean Tarot and wrote the comprehensive Guide to the Pythagorean Tarot…

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Kester Brewin /// God-like: Machines, Myths, Monsters 1:08:12

3M ago1:08:12

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In this episode, Matt speaks with Kester Brewin who is an author, educator, and head of communications at the Institute for the Future of Work, about his recently published book called “Godlike a 500 year history of artificial intelligence in myths, machines, monsters”. "It's not only '100% zesty, it's also a powerful telling of humanity’s ongoing …

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J.F. Martel /// Being at Sea [Audio Essay] 16:57

3M ago16:57

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"Being at Sea", written by J.F. Martel appeared in METAPSYCHOSIS Journal of Consciousness, Literature, and Art on April 8, 2024. https://www.metapsychosis.com/being-at-sea/Voice and sound design by Matt BakerBy Matt Baker

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Eclecticism, Magical Evocation & Entering the Underworld w. Nick Farrell 57:23

3M ago57:23

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In S4E4 I sit down with long-time author, practitioner, and chief of the magical order of the aurora area, Nick Farrell. We talk about occulture then & now, magical evocation, talismanic consecration, modern eclecticism and much more! Nick:https://www.nickfarrell.it/ For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreo…

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Deity-forms, Devotion, & Hearing the Call of the Goddess w. M. Isidora Forrest 49:14

3M ago49:14

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In S4E3 I sit down with author, practitioner, & devotee of the goddess Isis, M. Isidora Forrest. She & I had sat down to talk about some of her upcoming literary work, devotion to the goddess Isis, her recent trip to Egypt, Hermetic texts in translation, the Egyptian mysteries, deity-form work, and much more! Isidora's Blog:http://isiopolis.com For…

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The Esoteric Proclus, Part I: The Life and Thought of an Esoteric Sage 1:14:47

3M ago1:14:47

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We look further into Proclus' esoteric doings, as a sage whose privileged status is marked by inspirations and epiphanies, omens and miracles. We then attempt a (shamefully oversimplified) summary of some important aspects of his (meta)physics.By Earl Fontainelle

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Andre Rabe /// Processing Mimetic Reality w/ Christopher Rodkey 1:14:28

3M ago1:14:28

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In this episode, Matt is joined by Christopher Rodkey in a conversation with Andre Rabe. Rabe is a storyteller, theologian, philosopher, author, and public speaker, known for his contributions to research on mimetic theory, open and relational theology, process philosophy, science and religion, and how to make these ideas relevant to real life. He’…

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Dust to dust 42:25

3M ago42:25

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Edward Gomez and Chris North discuss names going to Jupiter on the Europa Clipper mission, which is currently being assembled. Then there is a new cannibal star, suspected of eating its own planets, and the detection of new "Galactic Streams" of stars that all formed together but have since spread out through the Galaxy. Finally, we move onto plane…

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Tad Delay /// Future of Denial 1:14:43

3M ago1:14:43

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In this episode, Justin and Matt speak with Tad Delay about his newest book: "Future of Denial: The Ideologies of Climate Change". The age of denial is over, we are told. Yet emissions continue to rise while gimmicks, graft, and green- washing distract the public from the climate violence suffered by the vulnerable. This timely, interdisciplinary c…

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Golden Dawn Traditions, Angelic Conversations & EnochiaCon 2024 w. Frater R.C. 1:10:43

3M ago1:10:43

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In S4 E2 I sit down with veteran practitioner and host of the Magick Without Fears Hermetic Podcast, Frater R.C. We sit down to talk about Golden Dawn traditions of magic, the angelic conversations of John Dee and Edward Kelley, his EnochiaCon in Vancouver, Canada this July, and much more! Arcane Research Society & EnochaCon 2024: https://www.arcan…

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Steven Shaviro /// Process After Hours w/ Kazi Adi Shakti 1:13:51

3M ago1:13:51

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In this episode Justin and Matt are joined by Kazi AdI Shakti for a discussion with Steven Shaviro on issues relating to the Difference in Repetition that's in process. The reading group is sponsored by The Center for Process Studies and the Cobb Institute. Our discussion raises a number of questions about Deleuze, particularly his theory of time, …

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Dylan Burns on Proclus the Successor 52:14

4M ago52:14

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We welcome Dylan Burns back to the podcast to discuss the life, works, and philosophy of Proclus the Successor. ‘All in all, but appropriately to each’By Earl Fontainelle

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Randy Dible /// Phenomenology in the Float Tank 58:30

4M ago58:30

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In this episode, Randy Dible joins Justin in a discussion about the phenomenology of the float tank. They discuss the creator of the float tank, John C Lilly, afterward shifting to more speculative matters of metaphysics and cosmogony.Randolph Dible is a lecturer in philosophy at St. Joseph’s University, New York, and a philosophy doctoral student …

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Identity in Occultism, Practitioner Scholarship & the Question of Belief w. Dr. Justin Sledge 1:00:25

4M ago1:00:25

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In the premiere of Season 4 of the podcast I sit down with scholar, professor, and host of the extremely popular Esoterica channel, Dr. Justin Sledge. We discuss some of his latest work with the channel, identity in occultism, a synthesis of practitioner and academic insight in burgeoning fields of esoteric scholarship, the question of belief in es…

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Larry Jordan /// The Way 1:06:43

4M ago1:06:43

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In this episode, Matt speaks with author Larry Jordan about his recently published book called The Way, Meaningful Spirituality for a Modern World. The book integrates religion and science and reconciles Eastern and Western worldviews, confirming with the mystics and the scientists that everyone is related, and everything is connected. The Way reco…

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Magical Healing, Developing Spiritual Context & Exploring the Trove of Esotericism w. Kirk White 52:31

4M ago52:31

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In the final episode of Season 3 of the Arcanvm Podcast, I sit down with author, practitioner, & Vermont state representative Kirk White. We talk about Kirk's journey through esotericism, his experience in founding the Cherry Hill Seminary, perspectives on magic & spirituality, and much more! Kirk:http://revkirkwhite.com http://laurelinretreat.comF…

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Hierocles of Alexandria and the Pythagorean Golden Verses 43:54

5M ago43:54

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We discuss Hierocles of Alexandria, student of Plutarch of Athens made good. He wrote an esoteric commentary on the poem known as the Golden Verses of the Pythagoreans. The poem is full of good advice and the Commentary tells us a lot about the nature and purification of the luminous subtle body.By Earl Fontainelle

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Lissa McCullough /// The Thinking Now Occurring w/ Jared Morningstar 1:13:38

5M ago1:13:38

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In this episode, Jared Morningstar and Justin speak with Lissa McCullough on the difficult thought of American philosopher D. G. Leahy (1937–2014). Lissa McCullough is Lecturer in Philosophy at California State University, Dominguez Hills. She is editor of The Call to Radical Theology by Thomas J. J. Altizer and coeditor (with Brian Schroeder) of T…

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The Great God Pan Lives: Introducing the Athenian Academy 1:00:44

5M ago1:00:44

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We turn to the final flowering of polytheist Platonist philosophy, centred on Athens (and Alexandria). We review some useful historical data, discuss the history of ‘the Academy’ as a notional ‘school’ in antiquity, and introduce Plutarch of Athens and Syrianus, teachers of the great Proclus.By Earl Fontainelle

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Traditional Astrologies, the Celestial Way & the Importance of Worldview w. Christopher Warnock 1:05:02

5M ago1:05:02

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In S3 E15 I sit down with influential and renown Medieval and Renaissance astrologer, Christopher Warnock. We have a discussion on his work over the past 2+ decades, serious astrological praxis, the philosophical mind games inherent in postmodern atheistic paradigms of magic, and much more! Christopher: http://renaissanceastrology.com For all thing…

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Ancestral Occultism, Indigenous Folk Traditions & Mountain Magic w. Rebecca Beyer 52:22

5M ago52:22

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In S3 E14 I sit down with herbalist, historian, author, & practitioner Rebecca Beyer of Blood and Spicebush. We talk about her recent books (Wild Withcraft; Mountain Magic) historical research, finding a sense of place, herbal medicine and magic, and much more! Rebecca:http://bloodandspicebush.comMountain Magic (2023) - https://www.barnesandnoble.c…

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James Madden /// A Grand Theory of the Weird 1:01:04

5M ago1:01:04

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In this episode, Matt and Justin speak with author, educator, athlete, James Madden about his recent book “Unidentified Flying Hyperobject: UFOs, Philosophy, and the End of the World” which is an application of the tools of academic philosophy to the UFO phenomenon. His central claim is that understanding the UFO requires a re-thinking of ourselves…

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XRISM and Matter's Final Screams 49:15

5M ago49:15

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This month Edward and Chris talk the recent lunar missions - Astrobotic's Peregrine and Japan's SLIM. There's also the Ingenuity helicopter on Mars on what turned out post-recording to be it's final flight! Further afield we talk mega-structures on a galactic scale and asteroids crashing to Earth. January also saw the first light from the XRISM sat…

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Planetary Music, Orphic Cosmogonies & Birthing the Gods in Divine Communion w. Cory C. Childs 1:12:30

5M ago1:12:30

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In S3 E13 I sit down with composer, author, translator, and practitioner Cory C. Childs to discuss their music, translation work philosophy of magic, community leadership, and much more! We also have a first for the channel: In this episode, we begin with a musical piece of Cory's entitled "The Evocation of the Sun." Cory:http://theshininglyre.comC…

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Art as Alchemy, Inner Teachings & Looking Through the Window of the Soul w. Brian Cotnoir 54:01

6M ago54:01

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In S3 E12 I sit down with author, film director, artist and alchemist Brian Cotnoir for a conversation on his alchemical work, new book, creative process, and much more!Brian:https://khepripress.com/For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.comSupport Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreaon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.mFacebook: h…

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Tripp Fuller + Tom Oord /// God After Deconstruction 1:11:28

6M ago1:11:28

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In this episode, Justin and Matt speak with Tripp Fuller and Thomas J Oord on the general topic of "God after Deconstruction" which is the title of a two-day event they are hosting at Drew University Feb 9 - 10. Tickets are available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/god-after-deconstruction-drew-u-tickets-756322138877?aff=oddtdtcreatorDifference …

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Ↄ. Martiana on Martianus Capella and the Marriage of Philology and Mercury 55:37

6M ago55:37

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We discuss Martianus Capella and his extraordinary and vexing philological ascent-account, the Marriage of Philology and Mercury. Ↄ. Martiana guides us through a geocentric kosmos where liberal arts are planetary spheres, gods are physical elements, the planets are daimones, but absolutely nothing is as it seems.…

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Jake Given /// Three of Swords 1:27:11

6M ago1:27:11

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In this episode, Jake Given joins Matt and Justin to explore an experimental format whereby each person chooses and brings a short audio clip on any subject to the discussion. Sympathies emerge. God After Deconstruction: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/god-after-deconstruction-drew-u-tickets-756322138877?aff=oddtdtcreatorMusic for this episode:Sample …

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Western Esotericism, Freemasonic History & the Grand Communication w. Nathan Schick 59:50

6M ago59:50

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In S3 E11 I sit down with professor of Religious Studies for Arizona State University, Freemason, and author Nathan Schick. We dicuss his new book The Grand Communication, released in late 2023 by Tria Prima Press, Freemasonic history, the esoteric path and much more!The Grand Communication:https://triaprima.co/product/the-grand-communication/For a…

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Macrobius and the Commentary on Scipio’s Dream 49:09

6M ago49:09

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We explore the rich seam of late-antique esoteric lore that is Macrobius' Commentary on the Dream of Scipio. We discuss who Macrobius was, what he wrote, what he wrote about, and introduce who read him later on. He emerges as a crucial transmitter of astrologised, arithmologically-informed Platonism to the Latin west in the middle ages.…

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Heka, the Greek Magical Papyri & the Secrets of Helios w. Alison Chicosky 50:32

6M ago50:32

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In S3 E10, I sit down with practitioner, author, and founder of the brand Practical Occult, Alison Chicosky. We discuss her latest work on the Secrets of Helios, some perspectives on magic, working with the Greek Magical Papyri or PGM and more…Alison:http://practicaloccult.comFor all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.comSupport Arcanvm o…

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Sound Magic, Astral Travel & Finding A New Voice w. Rudolf Berger 59:38

6M ago59:38

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In S3 E9 I sit down with the affable, eloquent, and brilliant practitioner, and host of the top tier Thoth-Hermes Podcast, Rudolf Berger. We talk about the state of contemporary occultism, shamanic traveling, binaural sound, our common love for conversation, magic, masonry, music, and more. Rudolf/Thoth-Hermes Podcast:http://thothermes.com For all …

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2023 Review and 2024 look-ahead 23:41

6M ago23:41

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Chris North and Edward Gomez review some stories from 2023, with asteroid missions, lunar rovers and aurora sightings. Plus a look forward to 2024, including launches of missions to asteroids and Jupiter's moons, and more commercial missions to the moon.By Chris North and Edward Gomez

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Contemplative Masonry, Rosicrucian Symbolism & the Divine Feminine w. Chuck Dunning 1:29:29

7M ago1:29:29

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In S3 E8 I sit down with author, lecturer, and contemplative mason, Brother Chuck Dunning. We take questions, and topics for discussion from listeners, which leads us to an in-depth conversation on Masonry, Rosicrucian symbolism, the Divine Feminine, and much more!Chuck: https://chuckdunning.com/For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.…

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The "What the Heck" Particle 21:41

7M ago21:41

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Chris and Edward discuss the announcement of the detection of a highly energetic cosmic ray, dubbed "Amerterasu" or the "What the Heck" particle. Elsewhere, there is a new study of star formation in "pristine" dwarf galaxies, and the first every discovery of a disc around a star in another galaxy!By Chris North and Edward Gomez

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True Wisdom, Spiritual Apprenticeship & the Shock and Awe of the Divine w. Greg Kaminsky 56:01

7M ago56:01

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In S3 E7 I speak with my friend and brother, the inimitable Greg Kaminsky, for a conversation on his journey from western esoteric scholarship to eastern spiritual apprenticeship, his work as an author and practitioner, his experience in seeking - and finding - on the spiritual Path, and much more! Join us for an excellent and heartfelt conversatio…

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Pasqually, the Secret Priesthood & the Treatise on the Reintegration of Beings w. Michael R. Osborne 59:04

7M ago59:04

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In S3 E6 I sit down with scholar, author, and translator M. R. Osborne to discuss his latest work translating Martinez de Pasqually's "Treatise on the Reintegration of Beings" with Rose Circle Publications, and our recent collaboration on its audiobook release. Along the way we touch on history, theory, and praxis of the Knight Masons Elect Priests…

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