Euphomet This occult object is "like spiritual Kevlar." Sheer Zed on Thai Magick | Nite Drift
Nov 4, 2025
In this captivating discussion, Payton McCarty-Simas, an author and critic, dives into her transformative book about witches in American cinema, exploring feminism's influence on their portrayal. Sheer Zed, a Buddhist shaman and author, shares his miraculous pilgrimages to Thailand and the powerful practices he's experienced. He describes the Takrut belt as 'spiritual Kevlar' and recounts a fireball cleansing ritual that dramatically changed his health. Together, they illuminate the intersections of magic, culture, and personal transformation.
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Seven Years Of Pilgrimage
- Sheer Zed recounts four pilgrimages to Thailand across seven years that reshaped his life after personal losses and the pandemic.
- He framed the trips as a serious pilgrimage rather than casual spiritual tourism.
Music Led Him To Thailand
- A Sun Bazaar compilation album and the band Coil sparked Sheer Zed's interest in Thailand and its magical culture.
- He traced musicians' travels and ultimately followed that thread to visit Bangkok and Chiang Mai.
A Medium Predicted The Escort
- Before traveling to Thailand, Sheer Zed visited a medium who told him two monks and a female deity would escort him.
- That message prompted him to adopt Buddhist precepts and reduce alcohol after feeling called to change.
