What Magic Is This?

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!

Exploring the mystery of UFOs and alien encounters, delving into personal experiences and the fascination surrounding these sightings. Discussing the connection between UFOs, magic, and the imaginal realm, as well as the anxieties and fears projected onto these phenomena. Exploring the interdimensional hypothesis and the spiritual significance of UFO sightings. Encouraging critical engagement and discussing exploitation and the push for disclosure in the UFO community.

Delve into the nitty-gritty of utilizing celestial spheres for magical rituals. Explore various metaphysical models, starting points for astrological magic, and its practical applications. Discuss the significance of planetary days and hours, the importance of journaling, and the connection between astrology and path working. Learn about image magic, challenges in visualizing the astrological wheel, and the integration of astrological magic with cultural ancestry. Discover the guest's astrological services and Patreon benefits for listeners.

Expert in Solomonic Magic, Alexander Eth, discusses various interesting topics in this podcast including the elucidation of necromancy, the famous grimoire clavicula salomonas, familiars and love spells in Solomonic Magic, the keys of Solomon and goetic operations, angels and entities in Solomonic Magic, the use of Latin, the innovative Higurmantia grimoire, and witchcraft prosecutions in 16th and 17th century Scotland.

Explore the life and achievements of Jack Parsons, a fascinating and influential figure in American history. Discover his role as an inventor of rocketry, his involvement in the first generation of Thelomites, and his creation of a quasi-secondary religion under Thelema. Delve into his complicated relationship with Lafayette Ron Hubbard and the controversies at the Agape Lodge. Uncover his belief in being the Antichrist, his controversial writings, and his attempts at magic. Explore the influence of Thalima on magic and the mysterious witchcraft practiced by Parsons. Discover the inspiration and significance of this captivating individual in magical practices.