Rune Soup
Gordon
Rune Soup is a podcast channel that platforms the most important discussions at the cutting edge of magic, animism and spirit work.
Gordon is chaos magician, shamanic practitioner, podcaster, author and permaculture designer with a background in data and analytics gained at some of the world's largest media companies. He is the author of four books on magic, animism and star lore: Star.Ships: A Prehistory of the Spirits, The Chaos Protocols, Pieces of Eight and Ani.Mystic: Encounters With A Living Cosmos.
When not travelling, Gordon hosts his weekly show, Rune Soup, from a small permaculture farm in southern Tasmania.
Gordon is chaos magician, shamanic practitioner, podcaster, author and permaculture designer with a background in data and analytics gained at some of the world's largest media companies. He is the author of four books on magic, animism and star lore: Star.Ships: A Prehistory of the Spirits, The Chaos Protocols, Pieces of Eight and Ani.Mystic: Encounters With A Living Cosmos.
When not travelling, Gordon hosts his weekly show, Rune Soup, from a small permaculture farm in southern Tasmania.
Episodes
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May 1, 2026 • 37min
Thoughts on the passing of Peter J Carroll
Personal reflections on a pioneering figure in chaos magic and how his books shaped a lifelong magical path. Memories of first encounters with his work, near-meetings and a noisy interview in Bristol. Discussion of his evolution, controversies around spirits and astrology, and his influence on shadow work and the reintroduction of Baphomet as a practice figure.
Apr 20, 2026 • 36min
Synchromysticism and Magic: How To Get Better At Both
They explore synchromysticism as a modern form of omen logic and why training in it can sharpen magical practice. Topics include Seneca’s candle vs comet example and Jung’s take on the I Ching and psychoid archetypes. Cultural examples range from media-driven synchronicities to Māori wairua and urban symbolic communication. Practical tools and ethical safeguards for working with signs are also discussed.
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Apr 11, 2026 • 55min
What happens to ayahuasca now? Lessons for modern magic
A travel-soaked reflection from Shipibo country about what happens to ayahuasca after its cultural high. Contrasts staying in a pueblo with commercial retreat life. Explores dieta practices, plant spirit encounters, and the limits of tourist-driven conservation. Argues for humility, syncretism, and economic support that lets local curanderismo adapt and survive.
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Mar 30, 2026 • 1h 33min
What are we to make of the Book of the Law?
Peter Grey, an occult writer with deep Thelemic and historical knowledge, and Alan Chapman, a scholar-practitioner of magic and occult history, discuss Crowley, the Cairo reception, and the Book of the Law. They debate Crowley’s role as midwife or failed prophet. Conversations cover sex and samadhi in the text, Egyptian motifs, channelled-revelation context, ritual approaches, and how to engage with the book practically.
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Mar 24, 2026 • 54min
Wearing Jung's skin like a pelt
A deep dive into how Jung shaped modern magic and where psychology and occult practices diverged. Traces 19th century alternatives like spiritualism and mesmerism that influenced early psychological thought. Explores Jung’s Red Book, active imagination, synchronicity, and links to the I Ching and horary astrology. Surveys later occultists who carried Jungian ideas and asks what to keep or let go.
5 snips
Feb 25, 2026 • 23min
Hospicing Modernity's Magic
A nostalgic look at the quirky, 'safe' magic of the late 20th century and what should be left behind. A proposal to 'hospice' modernity’s magical promises as they fade. A roadmap for exploring Jung, psychedelics, UFOs, orientalism, fake magic, and the grimoire revival in a new narrative series.
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Feb 12, 2026 • 24min
This is all in the model (Epstein files)
Discussion of hidden power structures and recent disclosures that make shadow systems visible. Introduction of a blended forecasting model combining astrology, long cycles, and patterns. A reframing of civilisational collapse as composting and how to choose a life story amid decline. Thoughts on alchemizing trauma into purposeful action and seeking small interventions that shift larger fields.
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Jan 3, 2026 • 35min
Do It For The Plot (Is Good Advice)
Explore the evolving meme 'do it for the plot' as a framework for taking risks and activating synchronicity in 2026. Discover how it contrasts with YOLO's nihilism, emphasizing a story-driven life. Delve into the misuse of modern magic and the importance of retaining useful techniques. Listen as practical advice on tarot and personal agency is shared, along with a diagnostic story about the stonemasons. Embrace your narrative identity and lean into adventures, making the most of the plot twists ahead!
7 snips
Dec 22, 2025 • 48min
The Purpose of Ghosts
Dive into the mysterious world of ghosts and hauntings at Port Arthur, a site steeped in imperial cruelty. Explore the unsettling connection between trauma and the folklore of restless spirits. Discover why certain ghost narratives often recur, especially those of mother-child pairs. Investigate how places like abandoned asylums become haunted by history's shadows. Hear about the Philip Experiment and Jung’s insights into unresolved lives. Ultimately, it suggests that ghosts serve as reminders of the traumas we often refuse to confront.
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Dec 18, 2025 • 1h 21min
2026 Astrology Forecast (H1) | Austin Coppock
Austin Coppock, a renowned astrologer and educator, returns to share his insights on the future of 2026. He highlights the end of stagnant energy and what to expect during key planetary alignments. Topics include the tumultuous nature of warfare influenced by the Age of Air and major events in April linked to Mars and Saturn. Austin cautions against confusion in March due to retrograde Mercury and discusses the importance of setting intentions in January. He wraps up with thoughts on how to utilize these astrological shifts for personal growth.
