Throughout the centuries, one figure has flittered through both folkloric and fortean encounters. To some, this figure has simply been called the Devil, yet others aren't so hasty to place such an epithet on him. When we look into the past, A Dark Man has made their presence known in many ways. Some within the confines of the occult and witchcraft would even go so far as to call this Dark Man the witchfather. Digging deeper into the lore of the Dark Man is our guest, the podcaster and author of the new book Song of the Dark Man- Darragh Mason!

Expert Lon Milo Duquette discusses the history and symbolism of the Thoth Tarot deck. They explore its creation by Aleister Crowley and Lady Frieda Harris, controversies during World War II, and intricate astrological and Egyptian symbols. The discussion goes deep into hidden meanings, personalized use for magical purposes, and predictions for future tarot decks.

Artist and illustrator Brian Giordano joins to discuss the weird and fringe topics of the 90s, exploring UFO sightings, government secrecy, the impact of TV shows like X-Files and Twin Peaks, and the surreal stories of Art Bell and Mel's Hole. Reflects on the legacy of Art Bell and cultural shifts post-9/11, capturing the emotional impact of 9/11 videos and the lasting influence of the 90s on modern culture.

Ramsey Dukes, a leading figure in magical thinking, discusses childhood transitions to skepticism, the allure of ancient alchemy texts, and his unconventional influence on magic. He explores threefold thinking and manifesting desires through magic, promoting his books and YouTube page for further exploration.

Most likely each and every one of us has walked into a building or a structure which had the capacity to touch something inside of you in some ineffable way. For Millenia, cultures around the world have constructed buildings which have this ability to cut through aesthetics of their appearance and bestow upon those who look upon or enter inside, a sort of spiritual reverence. How does this happen and what sort of elements make up these structures? Helping us break ground on this curious topic is the author and scholar of esotericism, Peter Mark Adams!

Explore the history and concept of demons in various religious traditions, from Mesopotamian beliefs to modern Christian perceptions. Delve into the influence of movies like The Exorcist on demon portrayals and the humorous perspective on living with demons. Reinterpret grimoire protocols and embrace uncertainty in exploring demonic influence in academia. Discover exclusive Patreon content on demons, magic, and tarot.

Chinese Magical practitioner Jason Read discusses practicing Taoist magic, rituals for wealth, divination techniques, fu talismans, hand gestures, and cultural appropriation. Explore the history and development of Taoist magic in China, similarities with Western magic, and the practical applications of Chinese magical traditions.

No list of early 20th century Magicians would be complete without Dion Fortune being there. Although many these days might not know her name, her books, or the magical order that she founded, nevertheless Dion Fortune's influence on contemporary magic is vast. Although she considered herself an occultist and ceremonial magician, it is within the realms of Wicca and Neopaganism that we can see much of Dion's impact. Helping us through the world of one of most notorious Occultists of the last 150 years is magic and paranormal author and researcher, Professor WHAM!

Delve into ancient magical artifacts with an archaeologist specializing in ancient magic. Explore cursed tablets, rituals, and the significance of these artifacts in shaping magical beliefs. Unravel the mysteries of Abbasax stones, falcon behavior, and the Pergamum Brass Disc. Discover the challenges of translating ancient magical scrolls and how to support the podcast for more magical insights.

Two figures who have changed the cultural and artistic landscape of the west, also happened to be great friends that inspired each other. One of them you most likely might have heard of. The other is virtually unknown these days. For a period of time, William Burroughs and Brion Gysin shared what they called "The Third Mind," a collaborative process which saw both figures egging each other on to greater heights of inspiration and creativity. But what helped them during this process? Magic of course. For the first time ever in the Fools Gallery, we look at two artists in the same episode, and are joined by musician, author and Podcaster Vic Hyland!