Best Justin Rankin Podcasts (2025)

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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

19d ago1:08:44

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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

2M ago1:14:05

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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

2M ago1:15:04

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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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125: Nicholas Nugent and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 1:00:22

3M ago1:00:22

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We may think of ‘globalism’ as a recent development, but its origins date back centuries, when courageous seafarers pioneered routes across the oceans with the objectives of exploration, trade and profits. Improvements in ship design, compasses and mapping, enabled navigation across unprecedented distances. The embarkation points were the vibrant p…

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124: George Mehok with Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 1:00:25

4M ago1:00:25

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George Mehok is an exciting mix between thriller author, software designer and angel investor for new companies working on the edge of our technological revolution. His debut novel, Going Dark, skillfully keeps us on the edge of our seats. He weaves today’s most challenging issues with threads back to 1791 and a secret military unit tasked with del…

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

4M ago1:06:08

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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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123: TJ Halbertsma and Rosie Stancer - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 1:00:08

4M ago1:00:08

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TJ Halbertsma is the living equivalent of Superman – one moment Clark Kent; in a suit and tie, commuting to work in an office, in his own words, “just an ordinary guy”. Next, spinning through an imaginary revolving door and you find the same person achieving extraordinary feats. From climbing some of the most notoriously dangerous mountains such as…

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

4M ago1:04:47

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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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122: Michael Hutchinson with Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 46:26

4M ago46:26

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The term ‘rat-race’ was coined long before we had smartphones and social media. It has even more meaning today when we’re at risk of becoming rats in a worldwide laboratory, monitored and manipulated by technology giants and artificial intelligence. Therefore, it is even more important to take control of our own minds father than let other do it fo…

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

4M ago49:37

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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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121: Craig Brown and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 59:00

4M ago59:00

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Craig Brown’ latest book A Voyage Around the Queen not only became an immediate best-seller, but also gathered praise for being a unique, deep and thought-provoking portrayal of the late Queen Elizabeth and the monarchy. Craig is best known as a humourist for Private Eye and the Mail whose tools of the trade are usually sharp lines and throwaway wi…

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

4M ago1:20:50

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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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120: Kim Lengling and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 1:01:16

5M ago1:01:16

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With great panache, Kim Lengling explains hope, kindness, fear and that slate of emotions that weave their way through all our lives. Her podcast is called Let Fear Bounce. Among her many books are Nuggets of Hope: Cultivate Kindness and Paw Prints on the Couch: How Pets Enrich Lives. Her office manager is called Dexter, a loyal hound who barks at …

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

5M ago1:27:32

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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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119: Dr Orit Gal and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 1:00:44

5M ago1:00:44

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Dr Orit Gal is an entrepreneur, advisor, and senior lecturer in Strategy & Complexity at Regent’s University London. She specialises in analysing trends and identifying potential for systemic change within complex environments. Her extensive experience includes collaborations with tech startups, non-government organisation, innovative policy think-…

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118: Mihir Bose and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 1:01:24

5M ago1:01:24

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Mihir Bose face and voice became known to millions after he won the job as the BBC’s first non-white sports editor building on his earlier reputation as a sports correspondent on The Telegraph and Sunday Times. Among his latest books is Thank You Mr Crombie – a tribute to the Home Office official who allowed him to settle in Britain and pursue his …

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117: Angela van Breemen and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 1:01:58

5M ago1:01:58

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Angela van Breemen is a soprano soloist, a poet, a wildlife activist and she has just published her first novel. For those Goldster creative writers, how does that feel? Past Life’s Revenge is a crime thriller with a twist of surrealism. Since childhood, David Harris has suffered from debilitating nightmares. He has sought the advice of psychiatris…

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116: Eva Hamilton and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster MagazineShow Podcast 1:01:03

5M ago1:01:03

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No, the world is not broken. Gloom can be conquered. As for those headline stories about the young going astray, homelessness, prison overcrowding, come and meet Goldster’s light that shines through fog. The charity work of the magnificent and bubbly Eva Hamilton stretches from Mother Teresa’s Home for the Dying in Calcutta when she was in her twen…

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

6M ago1:06:10

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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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115: Laura Payne and Lucinda Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 44:50

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On 12 November, Lucinda Hawksley will be joined on the Goldster Magazine Show by Laura Payne, host of the highly-acclaimed The Dreamboat Podcast. Laura, a psychotherapist with a passion for uncovering the mysteries of our minds, has become one of the leading voices in dream research. The Dreamboat Podcast explores the fascinating world of dreams, d…

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

6M ago56:18

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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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114: Austin Williams and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 1:00:26

6M ago1:00:26

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Austin Williams is an architect, author and podcaster who imagines our society and cities far into the future. For many years he has worked closely with Baroness Claire Fox at the Academy of Ideas, organising regular weekend-long events of debate, argument and fun. He is frequently a contradictory voice on a range of issues from climate change, sus…

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

6M ago1:08:16

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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

6M ago1:03:57

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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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113: Lesley Downer and Lucinda Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine SHow Podcast 42:40

7M ago42:40

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“A terrific overview of Japan’s long and rich history that covers an astonishing amount of ground. A gem of a book that is as engaging as it is readable.” Peter Frankopan This week on the Goldster Magazine Show, Lucinda Hawksley will be joined by author Lesley Downer who will take us on a captivating journey into the heart of one of Asia’s most eni…

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

7M ago1:07:53

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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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112: Professor Peter Abrahams and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 1:01:54

7M ago1:01:54

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Peter Abrahams is fascinated in the human body. As a young man he worked with the Peace Corp in the jungles of Sarawak, went on to train as a doctor, planned to become a surgeon but got side-tracked into writing a ground-breaking book, praised by his medical peers: Clinical Anatomy of Practical Procedures. He has taught and researched around the wo…

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111: Professor Lord Richard Layard and Humphrey Hawksely - The Goldster magazine Show Podcast 52:31

7M ago52:31

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How do we place a value on happiness? Can we measure our sense of well-being and fulfilment through science? Richard Layard is founder and former director of the Centre for Economic Performance at the London School of Economics. He has been editor of the annual World Happiness Report which examines the state of happiness at various stages of life. …

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

7M ago1:21:28

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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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110: Dr Jennifer Cox and Lucinda Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 40:35

8M ago40:35

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Psychotherapist Jennifer Cox believes that women are never allowed to truly express their anger, and this is making them ill. After a lifetime of being told to repress it, to hide away and fear it, anger has begun to manifest in female bodies in myriad ways that cannot be controlled. Do you agree? Jennifer has drawn her conclusions from talking to …

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

8M ago55:29

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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

8M ago51:00

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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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109: Professor Alf Collins and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 1:00:32

8M ago1:00:32

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Until last year, Professor Alf Collins was NHS England’s Clinical Director for personalised care. His mission in health and well-being is to build around an individual’s needs bringing in shared decision-making, care planning, self-management support, social prescribing and that Goldster concept of ‘rethinking medicine.” Alf worked for a decade wit…

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

8M ago56:45

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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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108: Iain McGilchrist and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 56:22

8M ago56:22

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Iain McGilchrist is a leading psychiatrist with a vast body of work and connections around the world. In his latest book The Matter with Things: Our Brains, Our Delusions, and the Unmaking of the World, Iain asks blunt questions that rattle around in many of our minds. Who are we? What is the world? How can we understand consciousness, matter, spac…

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

9M ago58:49

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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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107: Liz Jensen and Lucinda Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 44:22

9M ago44:22

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“My son’s death will never make sense to me. But it has taught me that it’s possible to find meaning, collectively and individually, in the loss of what we love.” Liz Jensen On 3 September, Lucinda Hawksley was joined by Liz Jensen, the best-selling author of eight novels including The Ninth Life of Louis Drax, which was adapted by Hollywood into a…

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106: Betsy Gall and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 59:42

9M ago59:42

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We rely on our doctors as a first port of call if we feel sick or down and, very often, the last port of call toward life’s end for ourselves or our loved ones. But what is really going through our doctors’ minds? How do they cope with the stress and trauma in their everyday working lives? Betsy Gall is a widow who was once living the American drea…

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105: Sarah Stacey and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 59:44

9M ago59:44

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Sarah Stacey is one of the most knowledgeable and connected journalists in the field of health and well-being. Back in the 1990s, she detected a paradigm shift in healthcare toward lifestyle, nutrition and generally healthier living that prevented sickness rather than tackle it once it took grip. First at the Telegraph, as long-time health editor o…

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104: Tim Eggerbraaten and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 45:26

9M ago45:26

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Tim Eggebraaten is a retired police chief whose advice to all around is to identify the rhythm unique to each of us and use the gifts we have for the good of people around us. It’s a tactic that wins every time, he says – looking for our beat. The course of our lives can be made better with the thinking: “I am. I can. I will.” Tim sees himself as a…

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

9M ago1:13:05

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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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103: John R. Miles and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 59:10

10M ago59:10

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Are you living intentionally, with purpose and passion? Are you embracing the flame that ignites within you, or are you evading it? Will your future self be proud of your story, or do you yearn for something more? John R. Miles is the creator of Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life,…

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

10M ago1:00:15

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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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102: Robert L Kilpatrick and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 45:42

10M ago45:42

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Health and well-being specialist, Professor Robert L Kilpatrick, has spent a career working on the science around preventative healthcare and well-being. He is a founding partner at Technology Vision Group LLC which advises clients on strategic development issues. His two current projects are a book The Future of Human Care: Health Innovation and S…

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101: Sir Anthony Seldon and Lucinda Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 45:08

11M ago45:08

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As Britain's best-known headmaster, Sir Anthony Seldon famously introduced happiness, or well-being, lessons at his school, Wellington College. In 2011, he co-founded Action for Happiness, a body to raise awareness of the discovery of happiness and reduction of depression, whose influence is growing rapidly in Britain and across the world. He is th…

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100: Glenda Benevides and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 46:49

11M ago46:49

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If you are alive and breathing, you are growing no matter what you believe or what is happening. Embracing yourself as who you are is a key factor in being able to move anything forward, an empowered manifestation of the honest YOU. Such is the Goldster Conversation we will be having with the great Glenda Benevides, the Grammy-nominated singer-song…

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99: Jane Corry and Lucinda Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 45:43

11M ago45:43

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Jane Corry is a writer and journalist who has spent time working as the writer in residence of a high security prison for men - an experience that helped inspire her Sunday Times bestselling novels. Before taking up the post, Jane had never been inside a prison and says that the experience “really opened up my eyes. Initially I was terrified about …

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

11M 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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98: Peter Hacker and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Magazine Show Podcast 45:28

11M ago45:28

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What does it mean to be human? Here is a question many of us ask ourselves and from it comes thoughts about morality, freedom, good and evil, ambition, passion, religion and more. Peter Hacker is a leading philosopher, unafraid at slaying myths. He has written four books about human nature, looking deeply into the neuroscience of how we all think a…

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