

Aleister Crowley - Secret Agent 666 & Shambhala - Jay Dyer & Dr. Richard Spence (Half)
Dec 25, 2024
Dr. Richard Spence, an expert in historical espionage and author of "Secret Agent 666," delves into the life of Aleister Crowley and his enigmatic ties to British intelligence. They discuss how Crowley’s mystical explorations may have served covert purposes in espionage. The conversation also unravels the implications of the infamous Hess flight and the enigmatic quest for Shambhala among spies. Spence highlights the complex intersections of occultism, propaganda, and spy networks during critical historical moments.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Crowley, Espionage, and Serendipity
03:08 • 9min
Unraveling the Intrigue of Aleister Crowley and Intelligence Connections
11:54 • 5min
Crowley and the Occult Underworld
16:50 • 8min
Propaganda and Identity: A Controversial Figure in World War I
24:23 • 5min
Espionage and Influence: Unveiling WWI and WWII Operations
29:19 • 10min
The Duality of Aleister Crowley: From Preacher's Son to Rebel
39:05 • 4min
Eschatology and Persona: The Beast Within
42:50 • 6min
Unraveling Historical Espionage: Loyalty and Betrayal
48:48 • 3min
Spies, Loyalties, and Crowley's Chaos
52:17 • 8min
Occult Insights and Intelligence Connections
01:00:04 • 2min