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In this episode, Dr. Nick Literski joins me to explore the topic of spiritual guidance. What does a spiritual guide do? Who should seek one out? Along the way, we dive into the latest findings on religious affiliations and behaviors, which suggest that many identify with being spiritual seekers outside traditional settings. In such a diverse spiritual landscape, whom do these seekers turn to for guidance? Dr. Nick Literski is an Adjunct Senior Lecturer in Psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies, and a professional spiritual guide. Dr. Literski holds a doctorate in Depth Psychology with Emphasis in Jungian and Archetypal Studies from Pacifica Graduate Institute, as well as a master’s in Spiritual Guidance from Sofia University and a Juris Doctor from the Northern Illinois University College of Law. Their research interests include depth psychological reflections on spirituality, magic, Paleolithic cave art, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Nick’s work has been published in multiple professional journals. Their recent book, Method Infinite: Freemasonry and the Mormon Restoration, was published by Greg Kofford Books in 2022. Links Dancing AncestorsDancing Ancestors on Facebook Support this podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancy Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Rejoice, lovely listeners! In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Mat Dragonstone, astrologer, Tarot reader, astro-mage, all round nice guy. This is part two of our discussion on Agrippa, and you should definitely listen to part one on Mat's podcast before listening to this one. Our discussion begins with a conversation about two logical fallacies: the appeal to antiquity, and the appeal to novelty. We look at how these fallacies influenced Agrippa's work in Three Books of Occult Philosophy, but that's not all! We also discuss how these fallacies may be impacting today's magicians and practitioners, and then look at ways to mitigate the confusion and wrong-turns this appeal could take. This involves a discussion of post-modernism and Jaques Derrida, which Dr. Dragonstone is well-equipped to handle because his PhD is a real honest-to-gosh philosophy degree! This is a fascinating episode, and we only had mild internet troubles that I managed to almost completely edit around. Grab a caffeinated beverage for this one! Links Dr. Dragonstone's websiteTalismansInstagramFacebookYouTube Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancy Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Jacob Budenz joins me to discuss Greco-Roman witchcraft, and in particular the influences of a number of classical texts have had upon modern witchcraft practices. We discuss "Idyll II" by Theocritus, Euripides' Medea, and Metamorphoses by Apueleius (aka The Golden Ass). Jacob is a queer author, multi-disciplinary performer, educator, and witch with an MFA from University of New Orleans and a BA from Johns Hopkins whose work focuses broadly on the intersection of otherness and the otherworldly. The author of magic realist short story collection Tea Leaves (Bywater Books 2023) and poetry chapbook Pastel Witcheries (Seven Kitchens Press 2018), Budenz has fiction and poetry in traditional print journals including Slipstream and Assaracus, zeitgeisty online journals including Taco Bell Quarterly and Wussy Mag, and lauded anthologies by Mason Jar Press and Unbound Edition. In addition to writing, Jake is the front person for Baltimore-based psychedelic witchpop darlings Moth Broth and has received awards and accolades for original theater work including a new adaptation of Mikhail Bulgakov's The Master and Margarita (Baltimore City Paper's Top Ten Staged Productions of 2016) and an original cabaret play about immortality and the cultural icon of the witch, Simaetha: a Dreambaby Cabaret (Baker Innovative Projects Grants, 2019). Links Jacob's websiteJacob on InstagramMoth Broth on Bandcamp Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancy Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

I was recently a guest on Mat Dragonstone's podcast to talk about Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa and his theories on divine light. My internet connection was doing horribly, though, so Mat had to do a lot of creative editing to get the episode to come out okay. He did an AMAZING job. Give it a listen, and then head over to his website to check out what else he has going on! Here is a link to the original episode. Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Would Mormonism even exist without magical treasure hunting? This is an amazing question and a strange topic, and I am really thrilled that I get to explore this topic with my guest in this episode, Dr. Nick Literski! Dr. Nick Literski is an Adjunct Senior Lecturer in Psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies, and a professional spiritual guide. Nick holds a doctorate in Depth Psychology with Emphasis in Jungian and Archetypal Studies from Pacifica Graduate Institute, as well as a master’s in Spiritual Guidance from Sofia University and a Juris Doctor from the Northern Illinois University College of Law. Their research interests include depth psychological reflections on spirituality, magic, Paleolithic cave art, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Nick’s work has been published in multiple professional journals. Their recent book, Method Infinite: Freemasonry and the Mormon Restoration, was published by Greg Kofford Books in 2022. Links The Occult Influences on Mormonism with Nick Literski (What Magic is This?)All You Need to Know About the Infamous Morgan AffairHoliness to the Lord lamenread more about it hereMethod Infinite: Freemasonry and the Mormon RestorationDancing AncestorsDancing Ancestors on Facebook Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancy Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Heather Freeman returns to the podcast to share her newest podcast project: Magic in the United States. Heather is a Professor of Digital Media at the University of North Charlotte at Charlotte. Her new podcast covers centuries of history of magical practice and folk traditions in North America. Join us as she leads us on the journey of what it's like to get such an amazing podcast funded through real grants on a major podcast network! We discuss Heather's plans for future episodes, as well as the difficulty of using the term "magic" as a catch-all term for the various practices and traditions she covers. I really loved this conversation, and I am certain that you will, too! Magic in the United States is part of the PRX network and is funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. This episode includes a short clip from one of its episodes. Link Magic in the United StatesCharlotte Professor Explores 400 Years of American Magic With New PodcastAll of Heather's links Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancy Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Here we are with the last episode of the year! This is part 2 of the 2024 forecast, featuring the Confraternity of Prognosticators, T. Susan Chang and Andrew B. Watt. You will definitely want to listen to part 1 before this, so go back and check that out. In this episode, we cover 2024, July through December. We look at the presidential election! Susie draws some very strange cards. You don't want to miss this! Links T. Susan Chang's websiteAndrew B. Watt's websiteMel Priestly's 2024 astrological forecast for Canada Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

It is time for the 2024 Forecast! The Confraternity of Prognosticators has convened once more, and I am joined by my friends Andrew B. Watt and T. Susan Chang to use astrology and Tarot to forecast the coming year. This episode covers the months January through June. Links Andrew B. Watt's websiteT. Susan Chang's websiteMel Priestly's 2024 astrological forecast for Canada Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe Get my two-part course on Tarot and the Art of Memory! Click the link below. Tarot and the Art of Memory This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

It's almost time for the 2024 Forecast, but to prepare, we decided to look back on how we did for our 2023 Forecast. My good friends and preferred prognosticators Andrew B. Watt and T. Susan Chang join me to review 2023. We look back over all of the crazy events of the past year to see which ones we came closest to predicting—and where our predictions completely fell down! Get a Discount on Tarot and Astrology Readings! Susie, Andrew, and I are all offering a 24% discount on divination services until the end of January 2024! Just enter the code LEAPYEAR24 at checkout to receive your discount. Visit one of our websites to book now! Links T. Susan Chang's websiteAndrew B. Watt's websiteArnemancy websiteSpoonful of Promises: Stories & Recipes From A Well-Tempered Table by T. Susan Chang Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancy Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe Get my two-part course on Tarot and the Art of Memory! Click the link below. Tarot and the Art of Memory This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Jeffrey Groves, sometimes known as Satyr Magos, is a magical jeweler, public ritualist, novelist, and photographer. Xie joins me in this episode to discuss making astrological talismans, but our conversation also encompasses everything from magical origin stories to technology to the trials of being an artist in the 21st century. We also discuss Jeffrey's experiences as a queer and genderqueer person in the highly heteronormative spaces of witchcraft and ceremonial magic. Please enjoy Jeffrey's refreshing take on the life of a pagan and magician, and how our practices can be more fully integrated into our lives. Links Jeffrey's websiteThe Sorcerer's WorkbenchJourney Through the Obsidian Dream Support Arnemancy on Patreon Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Recently, I had the honor of joining my friends Dom and Janus on their podcast, The Magician and the Fool. We discussed dreams, dream magic, images, image magic, and the incredible power of the imagination. I didn't realize that we had talked for so long! I hope you enjoy this, and make sure to check out their podcast, where they feature tons of amazing occultists, magicians, and mystics. The Magician and the FoolE63: Erik Arneson on Image Magic Support the Arnemancy podcast! Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Joining me this episode to discuss artificial intelligence, theurgy, the art of memory, and the alphabet of human thought is my friend Jack Kausch. Jack is a PhD student in Information Science at Western University of Ontario. His project is to create a characteristica universalis which uses hieroglyphs to translate information between different languages and domains of knowledge. He has also written esoteric fiction, including the novel Aretalogy, the story of how the historical figure of Imhotep lies at the origins of the Hermetic Tradition. Our conversation explores linguistics and the ways in which language changes how we think. We discuss the idea of a natural semantic meta-language and whether or not such a thing is even possible! This is a crazy conversation, filled with ideas that are bound to give your personal ontology a bit of a shake-up. Buckle up and enjoy the ride! Links The Future of Text Vol 3AKHET, the play, on YouTubeJack Kausch on ObservableAretalogy: Lineage of a God by Jack KauschLatent space - WikipediaCharacteristica universalis - WikipediaHorapollo - Wikipedia Support this Podcast Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Michael Sanborn joins me once more to discuss his new Rémi Boyer translation, The Rectified Scottish Rite: From the Doctrine of Reintegration to the Imago Templi. Michael is a book designer and translator specializing in contemporary European esoterica. He participates in several esoteric traditions, including Neoplatonism, and Templarism. He is also a gnostic bishop and a member of Azoth Temple in Portland, Oregon. Rémi Boyer has explored at length the world of the avant-garde, initiatory traditions, and philosophies of enlightenment. He works within the setting of the House of Surrealists in Cordes-sur-Ciel, for a new alliance between traditions, philosophies of awakening, and the artistic avant-garde. He is the author of some twenty specialized works, particularly on Western initiatory movements. In my conversation with Michael, we explore the Rectified Scottish Rite, the Doctrine of Reintegration, and the fascinating story of Martinez de Pasqually. This fascinating journey takes us from 18th century Freemasonry through the development of modern Illuminism. Along the way, Michael and I enjoy some kava! Links Michael's lecture, "French Illuminism: A Modern Approach"The Rectified Scottish Rite by Bro. Jose Anes and Bro. Michael Sanborn at Sapere AudeRémi Boyer's home pageMichael's previous appearance on this podcastThe Rectified Scottish Rite: From the Doctrine of Reintegration to the Imago TempliBookshop.orgAmazon Support Arnemancy on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancy Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

In this episode, I am joined by Marlene Seven Bremner. She is a self-taught oil painter, author, poet, and musician, exploring esoteric themes arising from her study and practice of Hermeticism, alchemy, magic, astrology, and mythology. Seven developed her painting career in the Pacific Northwest, showing her work in both group and solo exhibitions along the West Coast and internationally, and now resides in the desert of New Mexico. She is the author of Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy: The Emerald Tablet, the Corpus Hermeticum, and the Journey Through the Seven Spheres, and The Hermetic Marriage of Art and Alchemy: Imagination, Creativity, and the Great Work. Marlene and I discuss her art, her magical practice, and her approach to Hermeticism and alchemy. We talk about her personal work with the planets and the interaction between her dreams and creativity. I really enjoyed my chat with Marlene, and I think you will, too! Links Marlene Seven Bremner on Patreon@MSevenBremner on TwitterMarlene Seven Bremner on Facebook@m7artist on InstagramThe Artwork of Marlene Seven BremnerHermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy by Marlene Seven BremnerThe Hermetic Marriage of Art and Alchemy by Marlene Seven Bremner Support Arnemancy on Patreon Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Melissa Madara joins me to discuss cooking and magic. This is not your typical kitchen witchcraft, either, but recipes and foods drawn from grimoires, Renaissance magic, the PGM, and other ancient traditions. Melissa is a witch, chef, storyteller, botanist, and co-owner at Catland Books. Their work deals with the healing power of myth, divination, and immersion in the natural world. They are a teacher at Catland Books and numerous other metaphysical spaces around the country, and the author of the magical cookbook, The Witch’s Feast: A Kitchen Grimoire. Links @saint.jayne on InstagramThe Witch's Feast by Melissa MadaraMelissa's LinktreeCatland BooksSave the birds! Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancyMentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Denny Sargent returns to the podcast with more howling fun! Denny is a Seattle writer, artist, and university instructor whose extensive global travels and esoteric studies informed the backbone to numerous published books. He is the author of Werewolf Magick and Werewolf Pack Magick, and the upcoming Feral Magick. In this episode, we discuss his new and upcoming books, including topics like the difference between normal old werewolf magic, and werewolf pack magic. We explore topics like animal spirits, comparing rituals, chasing squirrels, and Denny's experience at The Starwood Festival. It's always a pleasure to talk to Denny, and I hope you enjoy listening to this one as much as I enjoyed recording it. Links Denny Sargent's home pageDenny Sargent on InstagramDenny Sargent on FacebookWerewolf Pack Magick by Denny SargentDenny's author page on Amazon Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancyMentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Welcome to part two of the 2023 Forecast featuring T. Susan Chang and Andrew B. Watt. Did you miss part one? You can find it here! Remember to check out our 2023 special deals! In this episode, we will look at charts and cards for July through December of 2023. Andrew will be handling the astrology, Susie the Tarot, and I will be moderating to make sure things stay on track. If you would like to download a PDF with all of the astrological charts that Andrew used for this forecast, you can sign up to Andrew B. Watt's Patreon or to the Arnemancy Patreon. 2023 Forecast Specials The three of us are all offering a special discount. This year, you can use the code 23ANDYOU to get a 23% discount off of various services and classes from our respective websites. Andrew B. Watt is offering 23% off all of his servicesNames and Signs: From Election to Talisman with Reverend ErikYour Own Private Tarot Lesson with T. Susan Chang Remember, use the code 23ANDYOU for 23% off! Get the full details here. Links T. Susan Chang's websiteTarotista Etsy shopAndrew B. Watt's website Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancy This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Welcome to part one of the 2023 Forecast featuring Andrew B. Watt and T. Susan Chang. As in previous years, we will look at charts and cards for each month of the coming year. Andrew will be handling the astrology, Susie the Tarot, and I will be moderating to make sure things stay on track. Part one covers the year chart, and the months January through June. In this episode, we learn that Venus is the Queen of the Year, and the card of the year is the Queen of Swords. What does that mean? You will have to listen to learn more! If you would like to download a PDF with all of the astrological charts that Andrew used for this forecast, you can sign up to Andrew B. Watt's Patreon or to the Arnemancy Patreon. Note that because I'm going to be traveling and away from both the log cabin basement and my normal recording setup, part 2 of this forecast won't be available until the end of the first week of January, 2023. 2023 Forecast Specials The three of us are all offering a special discount. This year, you can use the code 23ANDYOU to get a 23% discount off of various services and classes from our respective websites. Your Own Private Tarot Lesson with T. Susan ChangAndrew B. Watt is offering 23% off all of his servicesNames and Signs: From Election to Talisman with Reverend Erik Remember, use the code 23ANDYOU for 23% off! Get the full details here. Links T. Susan Chang's websiteTarotista Etsy shopAndrew B. Watt's website Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancy This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Chaos magic! What is it? Well, in this episode, I am joined by Luxa Strata. Luxa is an artist and magician and is host of the Lux Occult Podcast as well as the organizer for The Green Mushroom Project, an ongoing large-scale group magical working. We not only discuss chaos magic, but Luxa's musical endeavors, her work creating the Green Mushroom project and its associated hyphosigil, and also what the heck a hyphosigil is. Hint: it is not a hypersigil! Please enjoy a little holiday chaos with Luxa Strata and the Arnemancy Podcast! By the way, this episode includes both colorful language and some sexual content, so keep that in mind before letting your youngsters and impressionable family members listen. Bonus: Make sure to check out my appearance on the Lux Occult Podcast, which is going to be available about the same time that this episode is released! Links Luxa Strata's LinktreeGratus Animus: a Sound and Identity Magick Experiment by Luxa StrataMagic, Power, Language, Symbol by Patrick DunnWiz Biz with Alexx and Erik Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancyMentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Earlier this year, I started working on a new podcast project with Alexx Bollen. You will remember Alexx from his many appearances on this podcast and even back on My Alchemical Bromance. Our new podcast is called Wiz Biz with Alexx and Erik, and in each episode we look at a couple episodes of the award winning podcast Adventure Time! Please be assured that this project doesn't mean that the Arnemancy Podcast is ending; though it is true that I've been a bit slow getting season 5 off the ground, things are moving along! But in the meantime, please enjoy this episode of Wiz Biz as a holiday treat. In it, we look at Adventure Time season 1, episodes 11 and 12, in which one of my all time favorite characters is introduced. Subscribe to Wiz Biz with Alexx and Erik here! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy