Jim Gavin

Join Jim Gavin, the creative mind behind Lodge 49, as he uncovers the fascinating realms of alchemy and black magic. Discover the enigmatic figure Comenius and the secrets of the Voynich Manuscript. Delve into the allure of figures like Gilles de Rais and Aleister Crowley, exploring how magic dances with societal change. Gavin reveals the rising interest of Wiccan Paganism among youth and ponders the identity of the mysterious Fulcanelli. History, mystery, and a tantalizing touch of magic await!

Jim Gavin, creator of 'Lodge 49' and an accomplished novelist, joins Paul and Stephen in a captivating journey through secret societies and alchemy. They dissect the connections between the Masons and the Templars, revealing dark whispers of witchcraft. Jim dives into alchemy’s dual nature—philosophical and chemical—with tales of the elusive Philosopher’s Stone. The eccentric Paracelsus steals the spotlight with his bizarre medical practices. Plus, you won't believe the strange recipe for creating life—a homunculus from petrified sperm and a horse’s womb!