The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds 76 - Australian Exorcists - live w/ Wil Anderson
Apr 26, 2015
Wil Anderson, a prominent Australian comedian, joins the discussion about the bizarre world of exorcisms in Australia. They humorously critique a chaotic 2006 exorcism in Sydney, discuss the clash between New Age beliefs and traditional practices, and share the absurd tale of a woman misdiagnosed with possession. The conversation dives into the darker side of exorcisms, emphasizing the risks of misdiagnosis and the peculiar rituals involved. With witty banter, they balance serious topics like mental health with hilarity, making for an entertaining and thought-provoking chat.
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Secret Exorcism Forum
- In November 2006, Father Jeremy Davies, co-founder of the International Association of Exorcists, visited Sydney.
- He led a secret forum on exorcism for 27 priests, causing concern about a rise in demonic possessions.
Spiritual Adventurism and Demonic Trouble
- The rise in exorcism requests is linked to young Australians' spiritual exploration.
- Practices like yoga, Reiki, tarot, and even Harry Potter are seen as potential demonic gateways.
Twilight's Conflicting Messages
- The Twilight series, written by a Mormon, promotes abstinence yet features a 1000-year-old vampire pursuing teenagers.
- This apparent contradiction sparked discussion about the book's conflicting messages.