Best Atheist Roundtable Podcasts (2025)

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Internet Atheists, Escaping Fate & the Knights of the Gnostic Roundtable w. Jason Mehmel & Deacon Jon 1:37:18

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In S6E9 I sit down with he hosts of the Talk Gnosis channel and podcast, Jason Mehmel and Deacon Jon Stewart to discuss gnosticism and gnosis, as well as the fading intellectual trend of atheism, mystical forms of spirituality and much more. Talk Gnosis: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@GnosticWisdomNetwork⁩ Gnostic Wisdom Network: gnosticwisdom.net The …

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Secrets of the Spiritual Life, Reason’s Proper Place & the Great Enemy of Humankind w. Tobias Churton 1:03:37

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In S6E8 I sit down with scholar and author Tobias Churton to discuss his entry into the academic study of the esoteric, the meaning of occultism, the inherent secrecy of the spiritual life, pitfalls of the modern age and much more… Tobias:https://tobiaschurton.com The Books of Enoch Revealed:https://a.co/d/cmoXHHH SUBSCRIBE to the ARCANVM Newslette…

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Hellenic Tantra, Theurgic Currents & the Sacrament of Human Existence w. Gregory Shaw 1:27:00

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In S6E7 I sit down with returning guest Professor Gregory Shaw to talk about his latest opus, an embodied spiritual practice, the perceptual filters of postmodernity and much more.Professor Shaw:https://angelicopress.com/pages/gregory-shawSUBSCRIBE to the ARCANVM Newsletter:⁠https://ikebaker.com/newsletter⁠For all things Ike be sure to visit/messag…

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EnochiaCon 2025, Escaping Fate & Becoming the Deathless God w. Frater R.C. 1:18:41

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In S6E6 I sit down with scholar, practitioner, podcast host and EnochiaCon organizer ⁨@FraterRC⁩ to chat about the upcoming EnochiaCon 2025 happening this July in Vancouver, BC, which is going to feature a roster of heavy-weight academics, practitioners, and presenters in esotericism, magic, and the occult. EnochiaCon: https://www.arcaneresearchsoc…

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Convergent Evolution, the Feeling of History & Sacralizing the Material World w. Dan Attrell 1:07:41

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In S6E5 I sit down with scholar, translator, historian, and master-mind behind @TheModernHermeticist YouTube channel, Dr. Dan Attrell. Join us for a conversation about his path to the academic study of esotericism, psychedelia, perrenialism vs. convergent evolution, the 16th century Franciscan Archangelo of Borgonovo, returning to our heavenly sour…

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Italian Witchcraft, Cultural Exoticism & the ‘Herbal Fear’ Soul Retrieval w. Angela Puca 1:07:48

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In S6E4 I sit down with lecturer, scholar, author, and content creator Dr. Angela Puca of Angela's Symposium YouTube channel to talk about her latest book: Italian Witchcraft and Shamanism: The Tradition of Segnature, Indigenous and Trans-Cultural Shamanic Traditions in Italy. Join us for a lively conversation! Dr. Puca: https://drangelapuca.com/ h…

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Myth-history, Immortality Machines & the Surreality of Egypt w. Dr. Justin Sledge 1:08:44

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In S6E3 I sit down with scholar, professor, host of the ESOTERICA channel and returning guest Dr. Justin Sledge fresh off of his latest venture— an immersive educational tour through Egypt! Join us for a chat on what the good professor taught, as well as what he learned. Dr. Sledge: https://www.justinsledge.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@TheEsoteric…

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Greek Folk Magic, Imaging the Idea & Holding the Same Things Sacred w. Sasha Chaitow 1:14:05

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In E2S6 I sit down with British-Greek cultural historian, author, and artist Sasha Chaitow to discuss her past & upcoming work including a translation & commentary on Horappolon's Hieroglyphia, Greek identity and folk traditions, the role art in esotericism and scholarship, & much more. PRE-ORDER Horapollon's Hieroglyphica from Black Letter Press:h…

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Noetic Perception, the Hallucination of the Soul & Altered States of Gnosis w. Wouter Hanegraaff 1:15:04

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In the premiere episode of Season 6 of the podcast I sit down with Wouter J. Hanegraaff, professor of Hermetic Philosophy & related currents at the University of Amsterdam. Professor Hanegraaff is one of the leading voices in the academic study of hermetism, hermeticism, and esotericism at large. His written works include Esotericism and the Academ…

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Magical Pragmatism, A Grand Mutation & the Astrology of Nations w. John Michael Greer 1:06:08

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In S5 E14 I sit down with author & astrologer John Michael Greer to discuss his latest book The Astrology of Nations. Our conversation takes us from the practice of mundane astrology, to astrological magic, astrological forecasts for the future, and much more.The Astrology of Nations:https://redfeathermbs.com/collections/redfeather-astrology-others…

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Spirit Hierarchies, Claves Intelligentiarium & Conjuring the Devils of the Details w. David Rankine 1:04:47

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IN S5 E13 I sit down with author, scholar, practitioner and editor in chief of Hadean Press, David Rankine. In his second appearance on the show, David and I discuss his latest work- Claves Intelligentiarium— a practical guide in the evocation of planetary intelligences. Claves Intelligentiarium: https://www.amazon.com/Claves-Intelligentiarum-David…

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Dream Incubation, Imaginal Mythologies & Entering the Mirror Realm w. Sarah Janes 49:37

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In S5 E12 I sit down with writer, researcher, curator, and facilitator of Dream Mysteries, Sarah Janes to talk about mythology, the mysteries of dream life, dream incubation, the multivalent imagination and much more. Sarah: https://themysteries.org https://www.innertraditions.com/author/sarah-janes For all things Ike be sure to visit/leave him a m…

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The Self Here & Now, Future Sustainability & Lifting the Weight w. Mark Stavish 1:20:50

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In S5 E11 I sit down with author, astrologer, alchemist, media personality and founder and director of studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies, Mark Stavish to discuss future sustainability for communities in esotericism, and the realities of administration, leadership, publishing, and preparation for the unfolding changing of the guard and …

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Esoteric Archaeology, Coptic-Hermetic Hymns & Problems with Reading Plato w. Chris Cogger of MYSTAI 1:27:32

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In S5E10 I sit down with scholar and content creator Chris Cogger, host of the MYSTAI channel and co-host of The Living Mysteries podcast. We discuss the theory and practice of theurgic ceremonial, philosophy, the value of hymns in practical magic, esoteric archaeology and much more. Chris: https://mystai.co.uk https://www.youtube.com/ @mystai http…

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Esoteric Healing, Geometric Language & the Teleological Machine of the Universe w. Peter Mark Adams 1:06:10

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In S5E9 I sit down with the incomparable Peter Mark Adams to discuss energy healing, visionary experiences, his work with sacred symbols and images, the Hagia Sophia and much more! Peter:https://petermarkadams.com/ For all things Ike be sure to visit:https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https:patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: ht…

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Magical Glastonbury, the Holythorn & A History of Irish Magic w. Sally & James North 56:18

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In S5E8 I sit down with ally and James North of Holythorn Press. Sally and James released their co-authored book entitled A History of Irish Magic earlier this yer to international acclaim amongst both practitioners and historians of magic and esotericism. We discuss their research for the book, esoteric publishing company- Holythorn Press, the fus…

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Esoteric Iconography, Platonic Philosophy & the Tarot of Marsilio w. Christophe Poncet 1:08:16

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In S5E7 I sit down with author, tarot practitioner and iconographical researcher Christophe Poncet to talk about his fascinating and important discoveries, his upcoming volumes elaborating the findings of his research, his Tarot practice, and much more. Christophe: https://www.facebook.com/christophe.poncet.35 The Tarot of Marsilio: https://scarlet…

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A Feral Church, Tower Time & Loving the Unknown Land w. Byron Ballard 1:03:57

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In S5E6 I sit down with author, folklorist, teacher, community leader, and WNC Appalachian native, Byron Ballard. We sat down to discuss some of her core values in community, the Appalachian folk traditions, magic, her book a Feral Church, extraction culture, what she refers to as “tower time” and much more.Byron:https://www.myvillagewitch.com/A Fe…

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Meditation, Everyday Evolution & Seeking the Universal w. Martin Faulks 1:07:53

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In S5 E5 I sit down with with author, freemason, meditation specialist, and publisher (Lewis Masonic) Martin Faulks to discuss masonry, self-mastery, discipline, meditation, mysticism and more! Martin:https://martinfaulks.co.uk/Lewis Masonic:https://www.lewismasonic.co.uk/For all things Ike be sure to visit:https://ikebaker.comSUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $…

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Lyrical Magic, Pre-Socratic Worldviews & The Orphic Binding of Ares w. Kristin Mathis 1:21:28

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In S5E4 I sit down with scholar and translator Kristin Mathis to have a fascinating and fun conversation about her work with the orphic tradition, pre-socratic history and philosophies, the magic of lyrics and much more.Kristin:https://mysteriamundi.substack.comhttps://kristinmathis.com For all things Ike be sure to visit:https://ikebaker.com SUPPO…

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New Hermopolis, Philosophies of Hope & the Return of Ancient Wisdom w. Mervat Nasser 55:29

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In S5E3 I sit down with my friend and collaborator Dr. Mervat Abdel Nasser. Dr. Nasser has written psychological and philosophical commentaries on ancient Egyptian thought. In 2007, she took an early retirement from her job as consultant psychiatrist and senior lecturer at King’s College and returned to Egypt to pursue her dream of founding the New…

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Norse Runes, Paganism & Freemasonry w. Angel Millar 51:00

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My conversation today is with returning guest and editor in chief of the Masonic periodical the Fraternal Review, Angel Millar. We sat down today to talk about the October, 2024 issue — a masonic first — investigating Freemasonry and Paganism, the norse mythology of the poetic Eddas, pagan reconstructionism and more. Fraternal Review: https://www.t…

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Egyptian Magic, Angelology & Working with the Thoughts of God w. Normandi Ellis 56:45

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In the premiere episode of Season 5 of the podcast, I sit down for a wonderful conversation with with author, translator, astrologer and practitioner Normandi Ellis to talk about her early work in translating ancient Egyptian texts, Egyptian magic, the power and limitations of words, angelology and the nature of spiritual entities, the importance o…

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Platonic Gnosis, the Curriculum of Iamblichus & the Mystical Experience Beyond Reason w. Eric Orwoll 58:49

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In S4E13 - the ARCANVM S4 finale - I sit down with with philosopher, Platonist, and content creator Eric Orwoll. Eric's work in dialogue with various collaborators has positioned him as an outstanding voice in the study of Platonism. Specifically, his work in reviewing the Iamblichean curriculum of the Platonic dialogues, Proclus’ Elements of Theol…

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Aleister Crowley, Practical Occultism & Esotericism in Freemasonry w. Troy Spreeuw 1:13:05

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In S4E12 I sit down with Brother Troy Spreeuw to discuss his start in Masonry and broader interests in western esotericism, his studies of the 19th and 20th century agent provocateur Aleister Crowley, the Masonic atmosphere in 2024 and the Esotericism in Freemasonry Conference, which he is organizing and hosting in Seattle Washington now in its 8th…

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Rubedo Press, Primordial Mercury & The Perfect Black w. Aaron Cheak 1:00:15

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In S4E11 I sit down with scholar, author, and publisher, Dr. Aaron Cheak. We talk about his journey through academia to alchemy, astrology, and esotericism, his work with his publishing company Rubedo Press, and much more. Aaron: https://www.aaroncheak.com/about https://rubedo.press/publications For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.…

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

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

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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

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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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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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

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

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

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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

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

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

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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

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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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The Grimoire Encyclopaedia, Honoring the Dead & the Realities of the Magical Path w. David Rankine 59:10

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In S3E5, I sit down with author, scholar, and practitioner David Rankine to discuss his most recent work, The Grimoire Enyclopaedia. In the process we wander into several dimly lit corners of magical theory and practice, which David proceeds to enlighten with some of his hard-won insights over four decades of research and experience.The Grimoire En…

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Gnosticism, Shamanism & Embracing the Mystery of Life w. Miguel Conner 59:25

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In S3E4 I sit down with author & host of Aeon Byte Gnostic Radio, Miguel Conner. We sat down to talk about gnosticism- ancient & modern, shamanism as a spiritual modality, embracing the ambiguity of life, and much more! Miguel is a particularly gifted conversationalist, and this conversation was great fun! Click the link below to check out his show…

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Pagan Liturgies, Spiritual Healing & Magical Community Service w. Irene Glasse 46:14

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In Season 3 Episode 3 I sit down with writer, teacher, musician, minister, and reiki and pagan magical practitioner, Irene Glasse of Glasse Witch Cottage. We discuss magical community service, healing, the duties of being a pagan religious professional, and much more! Enjoy, and check out Irene's links below:Irene Glasse:glassewitchcottage.comhttps…