The Magician and the Fool Podcast

In this episode we welcome back Professor Greg Shaw to discuss his new book "Hellenic Tantra". This was a truly fascinating conversation which explored the ideas of embodied enlightenment from the perspective of the neoplationic theurgists and compared the practices with parallel tantric traditions. https://angelicopress.com/products/hellenic-tantra-the-gregory-shaw https://www.academia.edu/11755166/Platonic_Siddhas_Supernatural_Philosophers_of_Neoplatonism outro music by Lolomis

In this episode we speak with musician, author, and researcher Ronnie Pontiac to discuss all things Orphic. Mr Pontiac has released a new book with co-author Tamra Lucid "The Magic of the Orphic Hymns; A new translation for the modern mystic" which is a detailed survey into the history and practice of Orphism and provides valuable context and commentary for this extremely influential and important tradition. https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Ronnie-Pontiac/195479184 https://www.instagram.com/theronniepontiac/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/lucidnation Outro by LOLOMIS

We had an extremely interesting discussion with author PD Newman pertaining to theurgic history, theory and practice spanning topics such as the pre-Socratics, the Homeric epics, Hermetism, Alchemy, Chaldean Hekate, Gnosticism, and much more. https://www.innertraditions.com/author/p-d-newman https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Theurgy-Theory-and-Practice/P-D-Newman/9781644118368 Outro by LOLOMIS

In this episode we explore the mysterious topic of the Yogini with author and practitioner Gregory Peters. We discuss Gregory's journey and experience with these entities as well as their general nature and the possibility for individuals to potentially experience communion with them on a practical level. http://gregorypetersauthor.com/ The Original Falcon Press https://originalfalcon.com/yogini-magic.php Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ophidianvibrations/?hl=en Outro by LOLOMIS

Our Halloween tradition continues with the always ghastly Mr Nikolas Schreck. In this episode we discussed the importance of spiritual lineage, the dangers with demons, the god Abrasax, synchronicity, dakini, and much more. https://www.instagram.com/nikolas_schreck_official/?hl=en

In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Ike Baker of the Arcanvm podcast and YouTube channel. Just hanging out and discussing the Western esoteric tradition. Ike on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/a.r.c.a.n.v.m/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNTK70AOAOi9zMqOZFdvjeA Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Arcanvvm/ outro by LOLOMIS

In this episode we speak with author, tarot reader, podcaster, and ceremonial magician, Reverend Erik Arneson. Our discussion was far ranging and covered image magic, the imaginal, the imagination, the art of memory and much more. It was a blast! The Arnemancy website: https://arnemancy.com/ outro by LOLOMIS

In this episode we speak with Arun Joseph Ragan who is a mystic, artist, and a practitioner of antique spiritual traditions. We get to pick Arun's brain and get his unique insight on the Greek Magical Papyri, voces magicae, and the communion with the divine through artistic acts of devotion. This and much more. Arun on facebook https://www.facebook.com/aruniverse/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/890249298837668?locale=lt_LT Arun's Etsy shop https://www.etsy.com/shop/arun77nagar Arun's paetron https://www.patreon.com/user?u=30768533

In this episode we talk with independent scholar, author, translator.....Mr David Pantano, about his new release "The Hermetic Physician". This fascinating discussion focuses on the Italian hermetic tradition, specifically its later expression as taught by such luminaries as Giuliano M. Kremmerz (1861–1930) . We will discuss the Fratellanza Terapeutica Magica di Miriam and the metaphysics which define how it operates, the role of faith and the personal numan. https://www.innertraditions.com/author/david-pantano outro by lolomis

In this episode we speak to translator and acquisitions editor for Inner Traditions Jon Graham to discuss the intriguiging intersection of Surrealism and magic. outro by LOLOMIS

In this episode we spoke to scholar Paulina Gruffman to discuss her work surrounding the occult juggernaut George Robert Stow Mead. This was a truly illuminating conversation about one of our all time favorite authors. enjoy! https://lu.academia.edu/PaulinaGruffman

In this episode we speak to author, performer, musician, and practitioner Shea Bile. We discuss his new book on the occult philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche and its relationship to the Left hand path. We also tackle the topics of Satanism, Luciferianism, Western tantra and much more. https://www.atramentouspress.com/nietzsche https://soundcloud.com/sheabile https://www.instagram.com/sheabile/?hl=en outro by LOLOMIS

In this episode we speak to author, scholar, practitioner Samuel David to discuss his area of expertise, Mesopotamian Polytheism. This was a wide ranging discussion which highlighted an extremely influential and important pantheon of gods and spiritual practice, which can still be tapped into today. https://www.youtube.com/@rodandring https://www.anathemapublishing.com/rod-and-ring outro by LOLOMIS

In this episode we welcome back Eric Purdue, this time to speak about Lucumi/Santeria. Eric is an initiated santero, and is able to give us a good introduction to this practice. https://www.ericpurdue.com/ outro by Lolomis

In this episode we continue our Halloween tradition with the always insightful Nikolas Schreck. We discuss some of the underlying dynamics and mechanics of magic, which includes a serious examination of the concept of Karma. We also discuss Anatta/Anatman, or Non-self. What are the implications of non attachment to the wrongly perceived permanence of the self? This and much more! https://www.nikolasschreck.world/ https://nikolasschreck.bandcamp.com/ outro by LOLOMIS

We were extremely excited to have Jack Grayle and Susie Chang back on the show. In this episode we cover the epic tales of Homer and the inherent spiritual implications and technologies found in these ancient masterpieces of literature and mysticism. Jack and Susie's insights were invaluable, as always. https://grayle-lore.teachable.com/ https://www.tsusanchang.com/ outro music by LOLOMIS

In this episode author Vesa Iitti guided us through a who's who of the Finnish Occult scene of the 19th through 21st centuries. He helped us understand the context of this movement and these individuals in light of the politics of the day, and Finnish national identity. We also discussed the Kalevala, the national epic of Finland, which partly inspired the works of J.R.R Tolkien. https://www.instagram.com/lightbringers_of_the_north/ https://www.facebook.com/valonkantajatkirja

In this episode we speak with Dr Megan Rose about the interesting phenomenon of spirit marriage , and the role it has had in all cultures and spiritualties of the world. We also discuss what this looks like in the modern age. Megan Rose: https://www.drmeganrose.com/

In this episode we speak with author, scholar, practitioner Dr John Opsopaus to discuss his new book The Secret Texts of Hellenic Polytheism: A Practical Guide to the Restored Pagan Religion of George Gemistos Plethon. Only sixteen chapters of Plethon's Book of Laws survive, and for the first time ever, they have been translated into English in their entirety. We discuss all things Plethon, as well as the practice of Hellinic Polytheism and Theurgy in the modern day, and much more. http://www.opsopaus.com/

In this episode we talk with the knowledgeable and proficient practitioner of Palo Monte, Tata Kiyumba. We speak about the real world work of a Palero in their community, and the history of the Kongo/Bantu diaspora in the new world. We also discuss the Bantu cosmogony, Nganga, witchcraft and much more. The Special Man on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/potionspowdersandsundries/