Episode 8 features tracks from Steve Dekay, Dannic, Matt Dybal, and many more. Crank up the volume, because Infestation's mainstage doesn't mess around. Big drops, huge energy, and an experience you won't forget. Why go small when you can go big? This is where the party begins! Infestation is mixed by Joxy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…

Episode 7, mixed by Joxy, features tracks from Steven Vegas, DJs From Mars, Uberjak'd, and many more. Crank up the volume, because Infestation's mainstage doesn't mess around. Big drops, huge energy, and an experience you won't forget. Why go small when you can go big? This is where the party begins! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more …

St Euphronius recognized the importance of honoring the Saints we don't know all that much about, as well as those who we do. Listen now to hear his story. St Euphronius, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

Following his powerful appearance on Murray Sessions, Joxy is here to dominate our Infestation decks. Hailing from Slovenia, he will turn wherever you are into an unstoppable party experience that knows no end. Episode 6 features tracks from RAYOLEX, Danny Avila, Bonka, and many more. Why go small, when you can go big? Infestation’s mainstage deliv…

St Andrew Corsini knew to always keep an eye out for trouble. Sometimes it takes a discerning eye to see the truth though. Listen now to hear his story.St Andrew Corsini, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

St Odilo was a holy man who cared very much for the souls of those who had gone before him. So much so that it was making some "people" pretty irritated. Listen now to hear his spooky story!St Odilo, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc…

Episode 5 features tracks from Joxy, Mark Roma, FOVOS, and many more. Why go small, when you can go big? Infestation’s mainstage delivers big once a month. Infestation is hosted by Shawn-Douglas Delport, also known as MVRIK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AJ Langley is joined by Lee Irwin to talk about the Lakota mystic and healer Heȟáka Sápa (Black Elk). We talk about the difference between Native and Christian conceptions of visionary experiences, embodied spiritual practices, and the importance of acting on visions for the benefit of community.

St Anthony was a very holy man...but even holy men and women need a reminder every now and then of what God expects of all of us. Listen now to heat his story!St Anthony the Great, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

Episode 4 features tracks from Sander van Doorn, Futuristic Polar Bears, Hardwell, and many more. Why go small, when you can go big? Infestation's mainstage delivers big once a month! Hosted by MVRIK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

St Francis Xavier knew that God would always be listening. He prayed for many miracles in his lifetime. God was listening to Francis' heart too though, and heard prayers he didn't even know he had. Listen now to hear his story!St Francis Xavier, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdol…

St Severinus traveled from place to place a lot, wherever he felt that God needed him. Sometimes the reasons were obvious, sometimes they weren't. But God always shines a light on the situation. Listen now to hear his story.St Severinus, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc…

Episode 3 features tracks from Jaxx & Vega, Will Sparks, MorganJ, and many more. Why go small, when you can go big? Infestation's mainstage delivers big every 3 weeks! Hosted by MVRIK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

CW: non-consensual/coercive relationshipsOn this episode Barbara Newman tells host AJ Langley all about her guilty pleasure, the poet, novelist, theologian and literary critic, Charles Williams (1886-1945). We talk about coinherence, charisma, energy harvesting rituals, Dante and Beatrice, and Barbara's love for Taliessin through Logres.Follow us o…

Episode 2 features tracks from Seth Hills, Sandro Silva, Dada Life, and many more. Why go small, when you can go big? Infestation's mainstage delivers big every 3 weeks! Hosted by MVRIK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 1 features tracks from Olly James, Dubvision, Firebeatz and many more. Why go small, when you can go big? Infestation's mainstage delivers big every 3 weeks! Hosted by MVRIK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rowan Wilson joins AJ Langley to celebrate the works of Walter Hilton (d. 1396). We talk about the moral stakes of a life in the world, the existence of devotional guides as proof that devotion wasn't always easy, and the importance of a good night's sleep. Follow us on Twitter @myfavmystic and we will see you next month!…

Genevieve Caufield joins the podcast to speak about the Prussian anchoress and visionary Dorothea of Montau (1347-1394). We talk about the joys of having two "lives" (neither of which say mush about her life), replacing her heart with a fiery lump of flesh, and declarations of orthodoxy.

And we are back! On this episode Maria Oen talks about her long-lasting interest in the mystic, saint, and founder of the Bridgettines, Birgitta of Sweden (d. 1373). We talk about her time in Italy, her high-status connections, her insistence that the Pope return to Rome, and her duties as the Virgin Mary's daughter-in-law.…

Omobono was always helping those in need...and he was ready for a well deserved day trip with his family. But there were other travelers on the road too. Maybe they could use a hand? It was hard for him to turn that part of himself off...even for a day. Listen now to hear his story!St Omobono, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/…

St Teresa travelled a lot and met many kind people on her way. Some offered a spot to rest, some offered a meal and a drink. Today was an opportunity for both...and a lesson for her sisters. Listen now to hear her story!St Teresa, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc…

St Frances would've preferred to say her prayers uninterrupted...wouldn't you? But prayer...even interrupted prayer is still important. Listen now to hear her story!St Frances, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

Andrew Kraebel (@hermitofhampole) joins the podcast for our second episode on the fourteenth-century English mystic, hermit, and religious writer Richard Rolle (c. 1300-1349). We talk about translating Rolle's writing, his poetry, his writing for women, and the importance of the whole person to the mystical experience. Follow us on Twitter @myfavmy…

St Hubert didn't always make time for God...that is...until God reminded him. He speaks to each of us in different ways. Listen now to hear his story!St Hubert, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

St Valentine was a healer! And though he was martyred for his beliefs, even that could not stop his miraculous works! Listen now!St Valentine, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

St John knew there must be a way to end the fighting, he just needed time to figure it out...and a little help from his friends. Listen now to hear his story!St John, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

This month, artist and researcher Harri Hudspith (@harri_hudspith) joins host AJ Langley (@medievalmystics) to discuss the Carmelite nun, reformer, mystic, and saint Teresa of Ávila. We talk about playing hermits in the garden, learning how to cry over the Passion, and how to become so virile that you shock men. To see more of Harri's work, visit h…

St Gonsalo had to help the people of his town. He called on others for assistance but was instead met with resistance. God was watching out for him though, he knew how to even things out in Gonsalo's favor. Listen now to hear his story!St Gonsalo, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightd…

On this episode, AJ Langley (@medievalmystics) is joined by Delfi Nieto-Isabel (@delfinietois) speaks about the charismatic heretic, mystic, and incarnation of the Holy Spirit, Na Prous Boneta (c. 1296-1328). We talk about why she thought that Pope John XXII was the Anti-Christ, the age of the Holy Spirit, Peter John Olivi and apocalyptic theology,…

St Juan Diego was just your average Joe...He was a recently converted Catholic just going about his business...but someone had other ideas for him. They had a big job for him to do. Listen now to hear his story!St Juan Diego, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc…

St Nicholas wanted a way to share what he had with others. He finally came up with a great idea...it was just a little out of the ordinary. Listen now to hear his story!St Nicholas, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

This month, Biörn Tjällén joins AJ Langley to speak about the Christian mystic Margareta, a woman of Sámi origin who travelled through Sweden in the late fourteenth and early fifteenth century to gain support from Swedish religious authorities for the increase in pastoral care from those in the Northern regions of Sweden. We talk about the lack of …

St Conrad didn't have arachnophobia before Mass that day...do you think he did afterwards? Listen now!St Conrad, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

This week, AJ Langley s joined by dancer, choreographer, and theologian Sander Vloebergs to discuss the medieval mystic Lutgardis (c. 1182-1246). Turns out, she was an absolute boss! She returned God's gifts until she got the one that worked the best for her, she controlled their relationship and demanding God be as compassionate as He claimed, and…

St Martin gave selflessly to help someone in need. Who was this man? listen now to hear the story!St Martin, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

Pope Leo knew he had to do something to protect Rome! He just didn't realize that he had such persuasive friends with him. Listen now to hear his story! St Leo, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

St Anthony knew that he had to tell the truth...no matter what. Without God, and without the truth, things can get a little bit...frightening. Listen now to hear his story!St Anthony of Padua, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc…

St Macarius knew that God loves us so much that He will never stop trying to give us chances for redemption. Listen now to hear his story!St Macarius Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

St. Romanus couldn't stand idly by while people were sent to their deaths at the hands of...oh...you'll have to listen for that part. But he knew what he had to do. Listen now to hear his story!St. Romanus, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllc…

Fleshly Janglers and Pinchers be gone! The wisdom of this episode in not for you! Becky Field joins the podcast this week to speak about the Cloud Author. We talk about the frustration, confusion, and peace (?) that comes from becoming nothing, the best insults in the mystical theology game, random one-syllable words for meditative focus, and the q…

You can't always trust that little voice in your head...you don't know who's been in there. Better to listen to St Benedict...in fact...listen now to hear his story!St Benedict Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

St John was modest about some of his mystical abilities...he probably should have shared that info with the new guy at the monastery though. Listen now to hear his story!St John Macias, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

Visitors weren't anything new for Padre Pio. Not even ones from "out of town." Listen now to hear his story!St Padre Pio, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

It's hard enough to get your work done, let alone with someone breathing down your neck. Listen now to hear St Dominic's story!St Dominic, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

We all know St Anthony is the patron of lost things...but do you know why? Well...let's just say it's never wise to steal from a Saint. Listen now to hear what happens!St Anthony, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

Visiting cemeteries is an important part of Hallowtide. But when you visit...make sure you don't overstay your welcome. Listen now to hear St Macarius' story!St Macarius, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

Pope John Paul knew that our faith comes from inside of us, not from things, possessions, or even paintings. Listen now to hear his story!Pope St John Paul II, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

St Teresa always had a sense of humor...even with God. She knew he wanted her to be herself. Listen now to hear her story!St Teresa, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls

The wonderful Marisa Michaud joins the podcast this week to tell us about the fascinating St Colette of Corbie (1381-1441). We talk about Franciscan reforms, Valois Burgundy, the joys of artistic depictions of mystics, and cherry-picking religious vocations! Follow us on Twitter @myfavmystic, and if you are enjoying the podcast, rate and review us …

St Faustina knew she needed to honor Jesus' request. She just wasn't sure how...or how long it would take. Listen now to hear her story!St Faustina, Pray for Us!www.shininglightdolls.comwww.instagram.com/shininglightdollswww.facebook.com/shininglightdollsllcBy Shining Light Dolls