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#357 - Duncan Trussell: I Went to the World’s Largest Antichrist Convention

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Dec 22, 2025

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Duncan Trussell

Duncan Trussell, a comedian and podcaster, dives into a whirlwind of topics ranging from his experience at an 'antichrist convention' to the moral dilemmas fueled by AI. They discuss the intersection of technology and religion, pondering if AI is akin to a summoned demon. Duncan shares insights on the hidden stories in the Bible and the mystical connections between psychedelics and spirituality. He also critiques corporate greed while urging deeper exploration of consciousness, social media habits, and the underpinnings of modern existential anxieties.

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ANECDOTE

Satanic Ventriloquism At A LaVey Wedding

Duncan performed a satanic ventriloquist act at Anton LaVey's grandson Stanton LaVey's wedding and witnessed musicians like Danzig present.
The crowd reacted with hostile chants that flipped to celebratory satanic shouts when the act revealed its theme.

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Absinthe Left Him Lucid But Sick

Duncan drank real absinthe on set and described a lucid-but-mouth-drunk effect that left him vomiting on the bathroom floor.
He compared absinthe's effect to a stimulant rather than the exaggerated psychedelic portrayal in movies.

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INSIGHT

Don't Confuse Metrics With Meaning

Duncan warns chasing podcast metrics corrupts the original joy of conversation and leads to pandering to perceived audiences.
He cites Bhagavad Gita: we own actions, not the fruits, as a corrective mindset for creators.

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Performing at Anton LaVey's Wedding

01:06 • 4min

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Absinthe, Marilyn Manson & Stage Personas

04:53 • 8min

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Podcasting's Early Days and Growth

13:11 • 3min

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The 'Dark Ages' of Podcasting & Platform Shifts

16:32 • 5min

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Corporate Greed and 'In-Shitification'

21:19 • 2min

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AI Podcasts and Homogenized Content

23:20 • 1min

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Singularity, Tech Bro Anxiety & Transhumanism

24:28 • 2min

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Quantum Computing, Encryption & Economic Risk

26:31 • 2min

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AI Addiction, Cults & Psychological Risks

28:30 • 22sec

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Practical Uses of AI and Safeguards

28:53 • 55sec

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Peter Thiel's 'Antichrist' Lecture Observations

29:48 • 3min

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Silicon Valley, Christianity & Seeking Meaning

Eschatology, Singularity & Patching Revelation

35:13 • 4min

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AI as a Warlock-Summoned Demon

39:05 • 8min

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Palantir, Surveillance & Warzone Ethics

Bible as Grimoire and Occult Teachings

58:17 • 4min

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Psychedelics, Religious Experience & Christ Consciousness

01:02:08 • 5min

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Ancient Drugs, Healing Concoctions & Medical Texts

01:06:53 • 4min

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Psychedelics' Role in Myth & Religious Origins

01:11:07 • 4min

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Noncanonical Gospels and Hidden Stories of Jesus

01:15:12 • 10min

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Moon Landing Skepticism & State Narratives

Epstein, Corruption & Eroding Trust in Institutions

01:32:40 • 6min

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Diplomacy, Blackmail & Moral Compromise

01:38:49 • 10min

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Media, Disclosure & The Overview Effect

01:49:02 • 6min

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Algorithmic Fear, Attention Economy & Phone Addiction

01:55:22 • 3min

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Trajectory of Technology: Merging with Machines

01:58:34 • 3min

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Singularity, Simulation Theory & Accelerating Change

02:01:09 • 3min

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DMT, Laser Experiments & Matrix Imagery

Psychedelics, Meaning & Placebo Effects

02:06:00 • 6min

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Secrets to Reducing Suffering & Finding Presence

02:11:50 • 5min

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Closing Thoughts on Happiness and Practice

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Jaron Lanier

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The Chemical Muse

Drug Use and the Roots of Western Civilization

Ammon Hillman

The Chemical Muse uncovers decades of misdirection and obfuscation to reveal the history of widespread drug use in Ancient Rome and Greece. In the city-states that gave birth to Western civilization, drugs were an everyday element of a free society, used in medicine, religious ceremonies, and war campaigns. Hillman shows how drugs influenced and inspired artists, philosophers, and politicians whose ideas formed the basis for civilization as we know it. He argues for intellectual honesty in acknowledging drug use in ancient societies despite today's conflicting social mores.

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Bhagavad Gita

The Bhagavad Gita is a central text in Hinduism, embedded within the epic Mahabharata. It recounts a dialogue between the warrior-prince Arjuna and his charioteer, Krishna, who is an avatar of the god Vishnu. The text explores themes of dharma (duty), karma (action), and the path to spiritual enlightenment. Krishna advises Arjuna on the importance of performing his duties without attachment to the outcomes, emphasizing the concept of nishkama karma (nonattached action). The Gita synthesizes various strands of Indian religious thought, including Vedic concepts, samkhya yoga, and bhakti (devotion), providing a coherent vision of Hindu philosophy and spiritual practice.

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Psycho-Cybernetics

Maxwell Maltz

Published in 1960, 'Psycho-Cybernetics' is a classic in the self-help genre. Maxwell Maltz, a plastic surgeon, developed this book based on his observations of patients whose inner attitudes and feelings remained unchanged despite successful surgery. He introduced the concept of 'self-image' and its profound impact on achieving personal goals. The book combines cognitive behavioral techniques with cybernetic principles to help individuals regulate their self-concept and achieve positive outcomes. Maltz's methods, including visualization, mental rehearsal, and relaxation, have been widely adopted by motivational gurus, sports psychologists, and self-help practitioners. The book emphasizes the importance of a positive self-image and the use of mental imagery to achieve success and happiness.

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The Stand

Stephen King

The Stand tells the story of a world devastated by a rapidly mutating flu virus known as Captain Tripps, which kills over 99% of the population. The survivors are drawn to two opposing forces: Mother Abagail, a 108-year-old woman who represents good, and Randall Flagg, a supernatural entity embodying evil. The novel explores themes of rebuilding society, the persistence of evil, and the necessity of standing against it. The Complete & Uncut Edition, released in 1990, includes material that was originally cut from the 1978 publication, providing a more comprehensive and detailed narrative.

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The Bible

Various Authors

The Bible is a comprehensive collection of texts that form the central religious text of Christianity and Judaism. It is divided into the Old Testament, which includes books such as Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, and others that narrate the creation of the world, the history of the Israelites, and the prophetic messages. The New Testament focuses on the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, along with the early Christian church and its spread. The Bible contains a wide range of genres, including historical narratives, poetry, wisdom literature, prophetic writings, and epistles.

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Duncan Trussell is a comedian, writer & host of the @duncantrussellfamilyhour podcast. He also has an animated show on Netflix called “The Midnight Gospel”. Duncan and Danny discuss satan, artificial intelligence, Christianity, Jesus Christ, psychedelics and much more.