Best Merrily Duffy Podcasts (2024)

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85. Demons, Playing Cards & Wreck This Deck w/ Becky Annison & Secrets of Greek Mysticism w/ George Lizos 1:38:07

21m ago1:38:07

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Luxa https://linktr.ee/LuxaStrata is joined by Becky Annison https://www.instagram.com/beckyannison/, creator of “Wreck This Deck”, the solo role playing and journaling game in which players modify standard playing cards for magical purposes. Topics discussed include the magical power of roleplaying, the intersections between games and rituals, how…

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84. Magic, the Phenomena & Simulation Hypothesis w/ Ex V Planis & Unearthing Paranormalcy 1:40:04

20d ago1:40:04

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Luxa https://linktr.ee/LuxaStrata is joined by the hosts of Ex V Planis https://linktr.ee/Exvplanis and Unearthing Paranormalcy podcasts https://www.unpnormalcy.com/ for this special round table discussion about the Simulation Hypothesis, what it is and what its implications might mean for Magic, Death, Morality, and the nature of reality itself! I…

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83. The Way of The Will, Thelema, and Crowley w/ David Shoemaker 1:10:31

18d ago1:10:31

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Author, psychologist, and longtime Thelemite, Dr. David Shoemaker livingthelema.com joins Luxa https://linktr.ee/LuxaStrata to share about his new book, The Way of the Will:Thelema in action and about how Thelema might differ from other traditions or religions where thinking about the founder is concerned. Topics discussed include Aleister Crowley-…

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Bonus: The Green Sphere - A Collaborative Hypho-Hekatean Working for Protection and Healing 13:16

1M ago13:16

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A bonus mini-ep with the remote version of The Green Sphere. This simple magical working is to be performed for the first time on Saturday June 8, 2024 at 9:00 PM EST either solo or as a group. It is a companion to a Hekatean ceremony using The Green Mushroom Hyphosigil Project’s magical current for protection and healing for children and others wh…

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82. Dionysus and the Ritual of Theatre & Finding Hekate w/ Cynthia Beckert 1:30:25

1M ago1:30:25

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Actor, director, and pagan performer extraordinaire, Cythia Beckert https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0065653/ joins Luxa https://linktr.ee/LuxaStrata to share about the intersections of a magical practice and theatrical practice, working with deities like Dionysus and Hekate, and about what can be learned about practices like invocation through explorin…

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CT 34: Rediscovering Catholicism via Ancestral VENERATION, Contemplative Mysticism & Folk PRACTICES 1:11:48

2M ago1:11:48

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 34 of Casual Temple! Today we welcome Ry, a folk Catholic Mystic and tarot reader who takes us on a profound journey through their spiritual evolution. From their early childhood encounters with spirits to their current practices as a mystic, Ry's narrative is a rich tapestry of faith, identity, and devotion. Ry delves into the…

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81. Magic for the Resistance and the History of Tarot w/ Michael M. Hughes 2:10:47

2M ago2:10:47

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Michael M Hughes https://www.michaelmhughes.com/ joins Luxa https://linktr.ee/LuxaStrata to share about experiences surrounding the ritual he created to bind the reality TV star the US elected as president in 2016 and which ended up being propelled to viral fame, becoming the largest magical working in history. There’s some great stuff about the hi…

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CT 33: Sonic Alchemy: Grateful Dead’s Role in SHAPING Psychedelic Traditions and Co-Creating REALITY as Our Human Purpose! 1:27:39

2M ago1:27:39

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 33 of Casual Temple! In this enlightening episode, Jake Weaver shares his transformative journey from suburban youth to the creator and host of his podcast, "Midnight on Earth." Influenced by the psychedelic counterculture and the music of the Grateful Dead, Jake's experiences at concerts led to profound spiritual awakenings an…

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Bonus: The Founding of The Green Mushroom Project and Taking Our Work Further w/ Void House- video presentation 51:49

2M ago51:49

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In this bonus episode, Luxa https://linktr.ee/LuxaStrata presents a talk given on the Green Musheen Discord server about the founding of The Green Mushroom Hyphosigil Project https://greenmushroomproject.com/ and about how this work will be continued with a new experiment, Void House: creating an inclusive, consent-forward space in which to conduct…

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CT 32: Einstein's SCIENCE of COMPASSION as the 5th Fundamental Force of the Universe! 47:53

2M ago47:53

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 32 of Casual Temple! Today, we're thrilled to introduce a truly extraordinary guest, Barbara With who is an award-winning author, publisher, and peace activist. Barbara is renowned for her global travels and teachings and is the co-founder of Conflict Revolution, a method aimed at resolving internal conflicts with the belief th…

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80. Icelandic Folk Magic w/ Albert Björn Shiell & Santa Muerte, Alchemy, and More w/ Omega Decay 1:56:19

2M ago1:56:19

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Albert Björn Shiell https://www.instagram.com/sussex_pellar/ joins Luxa https://linktr.ee/LuxaStrata to talk about his new book, Icelandic Folk Magic: Witchcraft of the North Topics discussed include Galder and Sedir, the trolls, the elves and other denizens of the wild places, Oden’s complex role in the mythology, the role Christianity plays in th…

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CT 31: The Continual Awakening: Life After Trauma, Traversing SHADOW & the Victim Trap of the Ego 56:58

2M ago56:58

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 31 of Casual Temple! In this enlightening episode, we are joined by Aditi Nirvaan who is a seasoned professional in mindfulness, shadow work, self-actualization, and energy alchemy. Aditi shares her personal journey marked by traumas and an awakening that began in her mid-20s. She discusses the continuous journey of enlightenme…

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CT 30: Creative Magic: EXPLORING Writing, Creativity & Spirituality 53:12

3M ago53:12

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 30 of Casual Temple! This week our guest is Lucy H. Pearce who is a dynamic force in the creative realm as an author, artist, publisher, editor, and teacher. Her focus on women's healing and creativity has resonated globally, evident in her establishment of Women Craft Publishing in 2014, a platform dedicated to empowering fema…

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79. Technologies of Freedom & Reading the Stars w/ Isa Nakazawa 1:40:26

3M ago1:40:26

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Isa Nakazawa https://www.instagram.com/isanaka joins Luxa https://linktr.ee/LuxaStrata to share some approaches to astrology and tarot and discuss how such practice can be both a technology of freedom as well as something which gives one insight into meaningful patterns on a broader, social level. Isa is the host for the Stars and Stars with Isa po…

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CT 29: The WINDING Magical Path of Musical Inspiration, Spiritual Integration & MOVEMENT with Aidan Wachter 1:12:21

3M ago1:12:21

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 29 of Casual Temple, where we delve into the enchanting, musical world of Aidan Wachter. With over four decades of experience in magic, Aidan's unique, non-dogmatic approach has been shaped by his time in nature, introspection, and deep breathing. He's the author of three insightful books on the subject: Six Ways, Weaving Fates…

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CT 28: Preserving Traditions: Silesian German FOLK Magic, Ancestors, SPIRITS of Land & Household with Nik, 𝔇𝔢 𝔖𝔭𝔬𝔢𝔨𝔢𝔫𝔨𝔶𝔨𝔢𝔯 53:31

4M ago53:31

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 28 of Casual Temple! In this episode we are graced by Nik, 𝔇𝔢 𝔖𝔭𝔬𝔢𝔨𝔢𝔫𝔨𝔶𝔨𝔢𝔯 who is a practitioner of Silesian German folk magic, who shares their journey from being influenced by their grandparents' stories and village folklore to becoming a part of the online witchcraft community. They discuss their experiences of growing up qu…

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78. Finding New Paths w/ Angela Guyton & Merrily Duffy 1:50:00

3M ago1:50:00

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Angela Guyton https://www.angelaguyton.com/about/ (Nothing Rhymes w/ Rats, Paradoxical +) shares about the experience of being an accomplished comic book artist who would also like to be a comic book writer, and the sometimes uncomfortable journey of stretching one’s wings in a creative practice. The concepts discussed could be applied to a new end…

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CT 27: Mystic Conversations: A TOUR through Tarot, Oracle Decks, & the ESOTERIC Realm with Fleetwood Haddock 1:20:17

4M ago1:20:17

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🌟 Welcome to episode 27 of Casual Temple! Dive into the mystical world of tarot with Fleetwood Haddock as he shares his transformative journey with tarot, recognizing it as a potent force. Fleetwood delves into the intricacies of tarot reading, highlighting the significance of understanding each card and tailoring readings to the quereant. He also …

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CT 26: Conjuring the Calabash author Mawiyah Bomani's Journey into Hoodoo Empowerment and Spiritual Wisdom 54:50

4M ago54:50

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 26 as we explore the journey and insights of author Mawiyah Bomani, an 8th Generation Witch deeply immersed in spirituality and the author of Conjuring the Calabash: Empowering Women with Hoodoo Spells & Magick. Mawiyah's diverse background as a writer, playwright, spirit woman, educator, and Priestess of OYA in the Yoruba syst…

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CT 25: Sorcery in the Soil: Conversations Between Land & Lineage WITH Joanna, The Polish Folk Witch 1:21:50

4M ago1:21:50

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🌟Welcome to Episode 25 of Casual Temple! In this episode, we’re diving deep with Joanna, also known as The Polish Folk Witch. Join Joanna as she explains her practice as a animist practitioner, folklore aficionado, and master of Polish folk magic. But she’s more than just a witch—she’s a writer, psychologist, content creator, art therapist, artist,…

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CT 24: Energize Your AUTHENTIC Self by Harnessing the POWER of Language in Your Life with Paul Newell 55:04

4M ago55:04

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 24 of Casual Temple! Today we discover a transformative journey with Paul Newell. Paul, a consultant, guide, and author of "Heal.Thy.Man Method," shares insights on conscious language, life rhythms, and self-reflection. Join us as we delve into New Thought philosophy, energy frequency, and the powerful "Heal.Thy.Man Method." Ex…

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CT 23: Buddhist Wisdom Meets Modern Philosophy: Discussing Dharma, Impermanence, and Authenticity with Author Joe Singleton 1:19:27

5M ago1:19:27

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 23 where we welcome the versatile Joe Singleton, an author, editor, publisher, tarot card reader, rockhound, and lapidary artist. Discover the inspiration behind Joe's well-received book, Mara Dawn Buddha Rise: The Awakening which is a profound exploration of Eastern Buddhism and modern philosophy. Join the insightful conversat…

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77. The Fixed Gaze w/ Aidan Wachter 1:28:26

4M ago1:28:26

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Aidan Wachter https://www.patreon.com/aidanwachter, author of Changeling, Six Ways, and Weaving Fate, joins Luxa https://linktr.ee/LuxaStrata to discuss ways of cultivating resilience and focusing on the bigger picture by aligning one’s attention with one’s intention. Aidan shares about the somatic work he’s been conducting to move through anxiety,…

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CT 22: Magical Musings: EXPLORING Art, Science, and Philosophy VIA Chaos Magick for Personal Growth 50:56

5M ago50:56

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 22 where we welcome the incredible Luxa Strata, an artist, magician, and the creative mind behind the Lux Occult Podcast. Luxa takes us on her magical journey, sharing how starting the podcast became a transformative step in her spiritual path, allowing her to blend discussions on magic and occultism with her background in scie…

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CT 21: Journey to Balance: UNITING Astrology, Animism, and Mysticism in our MODERN World 1:16:42

5M ago1:16:42

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 21 of Casual Temple, exploring life, astrology, and mysticism with our lovely guest, Oli Andrei Olar. Embark on an insightful journey as our lovely guest, Oli Andrei Olar, delves into various aspects of life, spirituality, and mysticism. Oli shares insights into modern life struggles, advocating for finding beauty amidst challe…

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CT 20: From Atheism to Druidry: A Unique Spiritual ODYSSEY to Composing the Orphic Hymns 1:38:50

6M ago1:38:50

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 20 of the Casual Temple! Join us as we unravel the mystical journey of composer and songwriter Kimberly Steele, known as Queenie, from the suburbs of Chicago. 🎶 Explore her evolution from a casual Christian to a Druid, with insights into her Gothic ethereal music and unique Orphic hymns. 🍃 Discover the transformative impact of …

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76. Fairies, Faith, & The Phenomena w/ Douglas Batchelor 1:48:52

5M ago1:48:52

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Douglass Batchelor of the ‘What Magic is This?’ podcast https://whatmagicisthis.com/ joins Luxa https://linktr.ee/LuxaStrata for a discussion about the phenomena and the conversations surrounding government disclosure about “non-human intelligences”, etc. from a perspective which is informed by an occult or magical practice. What does it look like …

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CT 19: EXPLORING the World of Books: BEAUTY and the CONTENT with Merrily & Jaycee 47:24

6M ago47:24

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 19 of Casual Temple! Join us in this week as my husband Jaycee steps in as guest host to ask me questions about one of our favorite things, books! Delve into the limited availability of exclusive editions, with insights into potential solutions like pre-orders. Drawing parallels with the resurgence of vinyl records, we explore …

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CT 18: Transformative POWER of Forgiveness and the Enchanting Healing JOURNEY through FAIRY TALES 1:14:42

6M ago1:14:42

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 18 of Casual Temple Podcast! Join us as Jason Schweizer shares his profound life journey within Christianity, navigating through nerve pain and finding healing through faith. Explore Jason's reflections on forgiveness, sparked by a neighbor's theft and an encounter with maggot infestation, possibly tied to spiritual truths. Del…

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CT 17: Age of AQUARIUS Astrology: Natal Chart SECRETS, Numerology Decoding & YOU Plan YOUR Life! 1:33:21

6M ago1:33:21

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 17 of the Casual Temple Podcast! We're honored to be joined by the professional astrologer and relationship coach, Eric Taylor, known for his awesome Youtube Channel 'Big E Astrology.' Dive into the cosmic realms as Eric unveils the Age of Aquarius. Discover the astrological journey and background of Eric, including insights fr…

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75. Psychoanalysis and the Cut-up Technique w/ Dr. Vanessa Sinclair & Anonymous Agnostic Antichrists w/ Derek Hunter 1:50:09

6M ago1:50:09

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23 skidoo! Psychoanalyst, author, artist, occultist and host of Rendering Unconscious, Dr. Vanessa Sincalir https://www.instagram.com/rawsin_/ joins Luxa https://linktr.ee/LuxaStrata to talk about the cut-up technique and how it can be applied in one’s magical practice. Dr. Sinclair shares some advice about magical praxis and about some of her expe…

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CT 16: ANCESTRAL Medicine and Healing: Journey with the WISDOM of Ho'oponopono for amazing ENERGETIC Transformation 52:37

7M ago52:37

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Welcome to Episode 16 of Casual Temple, today we're honored to have the incredible Kimiko Kawabori with us. Kimiko's journey began as an adoptee and a profoundly sensitive and intuitive child. We learn how animism paved the way for her profound journey into Ancestral Healing and Medicine. Dive deep into the intricate tapestry of ancestral lineage a…

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74. The Magician and the Machine w/ Eric J. Millar & Mme. Vendredi 1:47:42

7M ago1:47:42

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Eric J. Millar https://substack.com/@ngbmo joins Luxa https://linktr.ee/LuxaStrata to share some philosophical outlooks on the creation process, what it means to be a magician in the machine and about his newest book, WOMBAT. Despite the title, which stands for Waste Of Money, Brains, And Time, WOMBAT is a very cool collection of creative curiosity…

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CT 15: Trusting SPIRIT Communication with WISDOM and INSIGHTS from an authentic PSYCHIC MEDIUM | Shannon Torrence 1:20:24

7M ago1:20:24

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Welcome to Episode 15 let's embark on an intriguing journey with medium Shannon Torrence who hosts two podcasts, "Magic is Real" and "Still Standing". Listen as we trace early encounters with a blue orb at 14, venture into the world of voice acting 🗣️, and uncover the heartfelt inception of 'Magic is Real.' Explore the impactful essence of love gui…

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CT 14: Explore Skepticism's VITAL Role in Subtle Energy REIKI HEALING with Christine Freeland 1:26:35

7M ago1:26:35

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 14 of Casual Temple! Join us in this engaging episode featuring Christine Freeland, as we explore the captivating realm of subtle energy and the impact of healthy skepticism on her client work. 🧘‍♀️ Christine, a board-certified reflexologist, massage therapist, and Reiki Master, shares her intriguing journey from teenage ESP ex…

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73. The Mycocultus Working w/ Dave Ardrey 1:10:16

6M ago1:10:16

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Dave Ardrey of Unearthing Paranormalcy podcast https://www.unpnormalcy.com/, The the Ancient Order of Druids in America https://aoda.org/ and The Green Mushroom Project https://greenmushroomproject.com/ joins Luxa https://anchor.fm/luxa-strata to talk about Mycocultus, a project which explores core concepts found in neophyte or beginner work from m…

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72. The Ahuman Manifesto & the Death of anthropos w/ Patricia MacCormack 1:32:12

7M ago1:32:12

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Professor Patricia MacCormack, author of The Ahuman Manifesto: Activism for the End of the Anthropocene joins Luxa https://linktr.ee/LuxaStrata to talk about the Death of anthropos, Queerying, Queering and Queer(y)ing Chaos Magick, Death Activism, Cunt Chaos Magick, and much more! Find out why the Professor doesn’t mind being called a cunt and why …

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CT 13: 2023 Review & 2024 Preview: Wood Dragon, Numerology 8 - Intentional Magic & the Reign of the Divine Feminine 40:11

7M ago40:11

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🔮 Ring in the New Year with insights on 2023 & 2024 energies! 🌟 Merrily Duffy host of the Casual Temple guides the exploration of the collective energy of 2023 and the forthcoming vibes of 2024 through numerology, tarot, and Hermetic Qabalah. 🌌 🐇 Reflecting on the Year of the Water Rabbit and its influence. 🔢 2023 Numerology, Gematria, and Qabalah …

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CT 12: Energy EXPLORER: The UNCONVENTIONAL Spiritual JOURNEY of a SLIPSTREAM Shaman with Todd Wilcox 1:17:52

8M ago1:17:52

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 12 of Casual Temple Podcast! 🎙️ This week, we're thrilled to have Todd Wilcox, known as the Slipstream Shaman, joining us. Todd's journey as a creative energy healer has been dedicated to his life's purpose: helping those around him. 📘 Slipstream Shaman, his debut book, narrates Todd's personal experiences with quantum healing …

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CT 11: My METAPHYSICAL Life: WALK-IN Souls, Floating Cities & JAGUAR Protectors | Ishtar Howell 1:27:51

8M ago1:27:51

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🌟 Welcome to Episode 11 of Casual Temple Podcast! This week, we embark on a transformative journey through all levels of existence with our extraordinary guest, Ishtar Howell. Ishtar, a spiritual seeker, intuitive astrologer, meditation teacher of the "Ishaya's Ascension" method, world traveler, and writer, graciously shares his metaphysical tapest…

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CT 10: Deity PATHWORKING, Saint MAGICK, & Pop Culture in SORCERY with Chaos Magician Robert Peter 45:28

8M ago45:28

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Welcome to Episode 10 of Casual Temple Podcast! In this episode, we're joined by the enchanting Robert Peter, a chaos magician specializing in deity path working and conducting intriguing saint candle magick rituals for his clients. Robert also describes how he works with his clients to create custom servitors. Our conversation takes a captivating …

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CT 09: Exploring the MYSTICAL Connection in ART: Collaborative Artists and their Esoteric Inspiration with Brooke & Chase Lawrence 1:25:38

8M ago1:25:38

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Welcome to Episode 09 of Casual Temple Podcast! Today, we explore the mystical connection in art with our special guests, the talented Brooke and Chase Lawrence. Join us in South Carolina, United States, as we dive into the world of this married collaborative artist duo. The Lawrences are sculptors and oil painters, craft ornate and impactful piece…

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71. Tales from the Dark Side (of Physics) w/ Flood from Ex V Planis 1:19:45

8M ago1:19:45

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Flood from Ex V Planis https://www.exvplanis.com joins Luxa https://linktr.ee/LuxaStrata for a fun and impromptu conversation about dark energy, dark matter, entropy, magic and more. Luxa shares thoughts about the Monroe Institute’s Hemi-Sync recordings and some of the work that went into the recent album of audio magic, Void/Machine: Adjustment, a…

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CT 08: UNVEILING the MYSTERIES: Utilizing the OCCULT for Personal Sovereignty and how to Harness the POWER of Astrology 1:14:20

8M ago1:14:20

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Welcome to another enlightening episode of Casual Temple! Today, we're thrilled to have Trista Dedmon, the visionary behind Lucida Mystica, an occult, witchy, gothic, and alternative clothing brand. Join us on this mystical journey as Trista shares her captivating story of self-discovery, delving into the delicate balance of feminine and masculine …

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CT 07: Does DAIMONIC Reality EXIST? Exploring PARALLEL Dimensions & ALTERNATE Worlds | Iain Shelley 1:13:35

9M ago1:13:35

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Episode #07 Welcome to Casual Temple: Book Club edition! In this engaging book review discussion, we have the pleasure of hosting Iain Shelley, a fellow magick practitioner, occult book enthusiast, and small business owner. Join us as we delve into the thought-provoking book "Daimonic Reality" by Patrick Harpur and explore the intriguing concepts o…

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70. Spinoza and the Sexy Dangers of Pantheism, Transdivinity & Agdistis w/ Rocket 1:46:36

9M ago1:46:36

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Rocket https://www.instagram.com/eyeandy/ joins Luxa https://linktr.ee/LuxaStrata to talk about Spinoza, Pantheism, the idea of a Transcendent vs. an Immanent divine (and what that translates into for humans). What does this look like when religious philosophy is translated into political doctrine? We also talk about Kabbalah (with a K), and why th…

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CT 06: PSYCHIC'S journey from Medium to ANGELIC Channel - Inspiring & EMOTIONAL story | Tiffany Reeds 1:16:25

9M ago1:16:25

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Episode #06 Welcome to Casual Temple!🌟 In this captivating episode, we have the privilege of hosting Tiffany Reeds, an internationally renowned psychic medium and angelic channel. Join us as we embark on a journey into the mystical world of psychic mediumship and angelic channeling. 🔮 In This Episode: • Tiffany's remarkable journey and the path tha…

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CT 05: SPIRITUAL journey to find COMMUNITY & discover INNER PEACE with ENERGY healing | Sarah Lovett 1:02:30

9M ago1:02:30

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Episode #05 Welcome to Casual Temple! In this engaging episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Sarah Lovett, who shares her remarkable spiritual journey and her current role as a teacher at Psychic Awakenings, a psychic school located right here in Seattle, Washington. Sarah's experiences and expertise offer valuable insights into the world of spi…

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69. Necromancy and the Catholic Saints w/ Laurel & Infinite Emptiness w/ AR Salsman* 1:53:37

9M ago1:53:37

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Luxa https://linktr.ee/LuxaStrata is joined by Laurel to talk about her Catholic Saints practice, which she does outside of the purview of the Church in a Chaos Magic context, working directly with the Saints rather than involving “big G” god. She shares about how the Saints appear differently in different cultures, and about some of the family tra…

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CT 04: Unlocking Your Psychic Potential: Learn to Claim and Own Your Energy Space with Madeline Hartman 41:07

9M ago41:07

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Episode #04 Welcome to Casual Temple! 🌟 In this enlightening episode, we are delighted to have Madeline Hartman as our guest. Madeline takes us on her remarkable journey, sharing insights about her path to opening Psychic Awakenings, a renowned psychic school located right here in Seattle, Washington. Madeline's story is a testament to the power of…

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