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Susan Martinez on Spirit and Demon Possession
May 01, 2019 01:20 - 1 hour - 52.2 MBWe take a comprehensive examination of the many ways the spirit world affects the material plane and our minds. This includes the spirit influence behind some of history’s notorious serial killers, as well as lauded creative geniuses. Could various mental disorders be a form of demon possession? How did the Gnostics deal with discarnate souls? In the end, we find how science has failed western culture to the point of self-destruction unless humanity again embraces ancient wisdom. Astral Gu...
Richard Smoley, Lainie Petersen & Jonathan Stewart on a Gnostic Easter Celebration
April 22, 2019 16:36 - 1 hour - 45.2 MBThe brilliant and profound Richard Smoley arrived at the Virtual Alexandria to deconstruct traditional Easter and share how Gnosticism (and mystical Christianity) regarded the death and resurrection of Jesus. Lainie Petersen, Moondog, and Jonathan Stewart kept us company. Of course, being a Gnostic Easter, we had to cover such relevant topics as the CIA, MK-ULTRA, A Course in Miracles, Gurdjieff, and Eastern Traditions. Welcome to the Virtual Alexandria. You have risen! This is a partial s...
Diana Pasulka on UFOs, Religion, and Technology
April 17, 2019 22:57 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBWhat are the mechanisms at work behind today’s thriving belief system in extraterrestrials that now rival the belief in God? Could cultural expressions like The X-Files or Ancient Aliens influence how we experience supernatural beings? We explore these and other alien-related issues by delving into the latest UFO research, verified extraterrestrial encounters (ancient and modern), and the ideas of chief synchromystic thinkers like Jacques Vallée, CG Jung, Philip K. Dick, and Jeff Kripal. A...
Joe Atwill, James Valliant & Warren Fahy on the Roman Invention of Christianity
April 13, 2019 16:09 - 1 hour - 44.2 MBThe audio version of our latest Aeon Byte Live. What is the best stance for the Roman Invention of Christianity Theory? Is it from “Caesar’s Messiah” (Joe Atwill) or “Creating Christ” (James Valliant/Warren Fahy)? We found out in a friendly conversation that included the Christ-Myth Theory and ancient religion, eventually evolving into a broader discourse on philosophy, politics, and humanity’s struggle to become free from the tyranny of oligarchs. This is a partial show for nonmembers. Fo...
Jay Dyer on Esoteric Hollywood
April 09, 2019 22:52 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBBehind the machine and media that is Tinsel Town lie dark forces that seek to manipulate, politicize, and even enslave the human psyche. Some of these forces may be spiritual. We take a deep dive into the hidden symbolism and agendas of Hollywood – often manifesting in beloved, seemingly innocuous films and television shows. Astral Guest – Jay Dyer, author of Esoteric Hollywood II: More Sex, Cults & Symbols in Film. This is a partial show for nonmembers. For the second half of the interv...
Jasun Horsley and Chris Knowles on The Matrix 20th Anniversary
April 03, 2019 22:59 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBOur Aeon Byte Live discussion of The Matrix – which celebrated its 20th anniversary. What is the film’s cultural and spiritual legacy? What were the influences behind this pioneering work? Is it really just a documentary? Is it even a good movie or Gnostic in any meaningful way? Jasun Horsley and Chris Knowles arrived at the Virtual Alexandria to discuss this modern Gnostic gospel. You’ll be surprised at their stances. Download these and all other shows: http://thegodabovegod.com/ Beco...
Hal Taussig on The Thunder, Perfect Mind
April 01, 2019 23:10 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBMany literary experts contend that one of the greatest poems in history is the Nag Hammadi library’s The Thunder, Perfect Mind. We explore this enigmatic but poignant text for timeless insights on the dignity of all humans and liberation from oppression. Who exactly is the divine but tragic female protagonist of this work? What is the background behind Thunder that ignited a unique message of individuality? Is it even Gnostic or a general treatise on ultimate awakening? Astral Guest – Hal ...
Mitch Horowitz on The Miracle Club
March 27, 2019 23:43 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBMitch Horowitz returns to the Virtual Alexandria to discuss his new book, The Miracle Club. Can New Thought and New Age be redeemed? Can our thoughts shape reality? From AA to Theosophy, from Ralph Waldo Emerson to Eckhart Tolle, what's the real Gnosis for these modern times? Download these and all other shows: http://thegodabovegod.com/ Become a patron and keep this Red Pill Cafeteria open: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte
Johanna Bassols on Elevating Consciousness & Light Healing
March 20, 2019 23:06 - 1 hour - 52.4 MBGnosis informs us that from a young age are programmed and socially engineered by various forces. How do we see past false realities while discovering our true selves? As with ancient mystic sages, but with some modern innovations, we embrace theories and techniques that expand our awareness, clear our emotions, and connect our souls to higher frequencies that instill a state of oneness and peace. Astral Guest – Johanna Bassols, author of The Power of the Elevation of Consciousness: Soul R...
Robert Price, James. Valiant and Warren Fahy on Creating Christ
March 11, 2019 23:04 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBA new book, decades in the making, provides pioneering scholarship on how Roman authorities manufactured Christianity. The work presents archeological evidence as well. Beyond understanding the origins of Christianity, we explore the historicity of Jesus, various Pagan mysteries, and ancient social engineering that still affects society today. Astral Guests – James. Valiant and Warren Fahy, authors of Creating Christ: How Roman Emperors Invented Christianity. Astral Guest Cohost – Robert...
Lainie Petersen, Chris Smith and Scott Smith on Gnosticism in Modern Times
March 06, 2019 23:49 - 1 hour - 45 MBIn our “ogdoad” episode, we were joined by Gnostic bishop Lainie Petersen, Christian Smith, and Scott Smith, author of God Reconsidered. From the culture of Gnostic churches to the pressures of modern culture, it was a penetrating group discussion on Gnosticism in modern times. The conversation got very philosophical personal, and touching at times. More information on Scott Get Scott’s book (and support him and Abraxas)
Laurence Galian on the Gnosis of Rudolf Steiner
March 02, 2019 16:48 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBWe mine the Gnosis of one of the chief esoteric exemplars of modern times: Rudolf Stiner. Our quest takes us to parallel traditions of self-awakening that include Sufism, Theosophy, and, of course, Gnosticism. More than a historical understanding of Steiner, we find the Red Pills he left behind for our transformation and liberation in a dying, mechanistic world. Astral Guest – Laurence Galian, author of The Sun at Midnight. This is a partial show for nonmembers. For the second half of th...
Samuel Hannah on Gnostic Themes in African Spirituality
February 23, 2019 03:33 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBSamuel Hannah joined us in another galvanizing YouTube Live session. Plenty of Gnosticism, Ifa, Voodon, Greek Mythology, and the places where they all intersect. And much more. We were also joined by Occult Fan and the Moondog, answering questions from an electric chatroom. Production might have been a bit off. As many of you know, my computer died the real death. I conducted and mixed this interview on a loaner. But thanks to the aeonic support of many listeners, I was able to quickly rai...
Celene Lillie on The Rape of Eve and the Reality of the Archons
February 14, 2019 16:32 - 1 hour - 52.8 MBWithin central Gnostic texts, we find a common disturbing storyline: Eve in the Garden of Eden suffers graphic sexual violence at the hands of the Demiurge and his Archons. This narrative of brutal oppression, suppression, and control reveals profound cosmic truths and psychological processes that thunder across history— still relevant in today’s culture. Yet within the harrowing tests of Eve, who is an avatar of Sophia, lies a lesson of restoration, dignity, and healing love. And so much Gn...
Jasun Horsley on Dark Occult and Social Engineering
February 05, 2019 23:42 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBWestern culture continues to devolve, likely by the eugenic hands of magicians and oligarchs in high places. Society is on the brink of collective madness. We quest for the unseen and “hidden in plain sight” archons that have engineered our consciousness — many of them sacred cows in esoteric circles. As with our guest, this grim discovery also leads us to find our inner Aeon. Astral Guest – Jasun Horsley, author of The Vice of Kings: How Socialism, Occultism, and the Sexual Revolution En...
Darren Lorente-Bull and Occult Fan on Freemasonry Today
February 02, 2019 00:04 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBJoin some high-ranking Freemasons on the latest Heretics Anonymous. Darren Lorente-Bull returns to the Virtual Alexandria to discuss his new book, The Other Brotherhood: When Freemasonry Crossed The English Channel, as well as a “state of the union” of present-day Freemasonry. We were also joined by Occult Fan and the Moondog Vance, creating a dynamic group discussion and a deep dive on various secret societies, past and present. This is a partial show for nonmembers. For the second half o...
Zebra Love on Finding the Self in a Philip K. Dick World
January 24, 2019 23:52 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBThe quest for who we really are is almost impossible today. In between Archons tightening their geopolitical claws and digital realms of deafening solitude, can we find any version of our Self (and Higher Self)? We quest for the Self and how to express our souls, delving into forbidden art, a Buddhist/Gnostic fusion, and so many Doorways of Perception. Astral Guest – Zebra Love, author of The Indwelling. This is a partial show for nonmembers. For the second half of the interview, please ...
Various Guests on Astrotheology, Gematria & The Christ-Myth Theory
January 18, 2019 02:16 - 1 hour - 47.1 MBWe get mythicist on yo ass in episode five of Heretics Anonymous. Alex Rivera, Derek Lambert, and Luther G. Williams join the Virtual Alexandria for an electric discussion that spans many esoteric theories of Christianity and Christ. We also tap into the scholarship of Robert Price, Acharya S, Richard Carrier, Joe Atwill and more, adding new research, all to explore the historicity of Jesus and secrets of Gnosticism. From Pythagoras to the Book of Revelation, we leave no mythical stone untur...
Lee Austin on Flat Earth, Nephilim and the Book of Enoch
January 12, 2019 17:25 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBWhy is the Flat Theory growing in acceptance with Millennials, and what does this say about humanity’s evolution? More important is what this theory reveals about the nature of the cosmos and those who control it, agreed by ancient texts like the Book of Enoch and certain Gnostics sects. Are we trapped in a Devil’s bargain or is Lucifer lighting the firmament with a new revolution for the young and hopeful? Astral Guest – Lee Austin, author of Morning Star’s Tale. This is a partial show ...
Alex Tsakiris on Aliens, Politics & the Fall of Materialism
January 05, 2019 21:24 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBAlex Tsakiris joins Heretics Anonymous to discuss a variety of incendiary topics. We were also joined by Occult Fan and the Moondog Vance, all of us reflecting on 2018 and speculating on 2019 from an Esoteric perspective. It was a disturbing but amazing discussion, always brimming with humor and personal insight. As a bonus, I include a past interview with Alex that focuses on his book Why Science is Wrong About Almost Everything. This is a partial show for nonmembers. For the second half ...
David Schoen on Jung, Addiction, and Archetypal Evil
January 01, 2019 16:23 - 1 hour - 51.3 MBMany are unaware that CG Jung’s ideas were instrumental in the creation of Alcoholic Anonymous. Even less know that Jung and Bill Wilson, the co-founder of AA, corresponded late in their lives. Their exchange provided unique insights into addiction, recovery, and the nature of evil. What we gained is the Gnostic solution to the problem of theodicy, as well as the means for an alchemical redemption every person can attain. Astral Guest — David Schoen, author of The War of the Gods in Addict...
Joe Atwill on the Hammer of the Oligarchs
December 26, 2018 17:36 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBIn episode three of Heretics Anonymous, Joe Atwill joins us to explain how the elite have debased and manipulated society across a history they keep rewriting. From the Roman invention of orthodox religion to the banker invention of authoritarian governments, from the Mason engineering of world wars to the Nazi engineering of modern propaganda, we leave no blood-stained stone unturned. In the end, the goals of the oligarchs are ultimately about the extermination of human free thought and fre...
Jasun Horsley on Strieber, Dick, Castaneda and other Prisoners of Infinity
December 18, 2018 23:51 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBWhat if Whitley Strieber, Philip K. Dick, Carlos Castaneda, and other modern magical thinkers were creations of MKUltra laboratories? What if their work was part of a plot to manifest the dark apocalypses of transhumanism, AI, and eugenics? We explore these and other possibilities — even peering behind the curtains of Ufology and the Occult to catch Moloch men and their social engineering machinations. Astral Guest — Jasun Horsley, author of Prisoner of Infinity: UFOs, Social Engineering, ...
Tobias Churton on the Spiritual Meaning of the Sixties
December 08, 2018 17:23 - 1 hour - 53.7 MBWe uncover the spiritual meaning that fueled the artistic, political, and social revolutions of the 1960s. This includes investigating the Gnostic, Hermetic, and Occult influences of that decade. From John Lennon’s understanding of Gnosticism to Pink Floyd’s marketing of Gnosis, we leave no acid-soaked unturned. Ultimately, we find out what went wrong with the Sixties, at the same time distilling insights that might rejuvenate our colorless times. Astral Guest — Tobias Churton, author of T...
Tracy Twyman, Alex Rivera, Occult Fan & Vanessa Kindell on Heretics Anonymous 1 & 2
December 05, 2018 23:53 - 1 hour - 71.7 MBAs requested by many, behold the audio version of the first two episodes of our YouTube Live series, Heretics Anonymous. What is Heretics Anonymous? It’s a more organic, conversational, and roundtable manifestation of Aeon Byte Gnostic Radio. Get ready for high weirdness and Gnosis on Red Bull with these august guests: Tracy Twyman Alex Rivera Occult Fan Vanessa Kindell For members, you get almost three hours of liberating heresy on various current and perennial topics. Nothing was s...
Jason Reza Jorjani on Persian Gnosticism
November 27, 2018 23:48 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBPersian culture and Zoroastrianism are main but often-ignored foundations of Western Culture. Also overlooked are the profound Gnostic ideas in the primordial teachings of Zarathustra. Persian Gnosticism permeated religious history for thousands of years across Eurasia, manifesting as a threat to orthodoxy with such movements as Manichaeism, Zurvanism, Mazdakism, and Sufism. We explore this heretical stream, as well as the rich tradition of Persian magic and folklore — culminating with autho...
Michael Feeley on Ancient Codes, Anunnaki and Unmasking the Archons
November 17, 2018 15:55 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBLet’s find the men behind all curtains that have kept humanity enslaved for millennia. From ancient Egypt to Sumer to the face on Mars, from the Anunnaki to the Illuminati to modern banking cartels — we expose the alien forces that pull the strings of all world governments and religions across history. This quest of astrotheology, revelation, and sacred geometry also reveals the ancient codes that can awaken us to a cosmic destiny written in the very stars. Astral Guest — Michael Feeley, a...
Susan Chang on Tarot Magic and Correspondences
November 07, 2018 23:52 - 1 hour - 48 MBWe explore the images, associations, and myths that have allowed the tarot to resonate across many centuries and cultures – as well as the astrological, elemental, and Kabbalistic correspondences woven into every deck. Ultimately, what you will discover is the mystic components of the tarot that allow you to live a magical life and embrace a path of liberating self-knowledge. Astral Guest— T. Susan Chang, author of Tarot Correspondences: Ancient Secrets for Everyday Readers, as well as Le...
Scott and Christian Smith on a Gnostic View of Death, the Afterlife, and Embodiment
October 29, 2018 22:39 - 1 hour - 53.5 MBIt’s our Halloween Special and Harvest Season extravaganza! So why not discuss the notions of death, the afterlife, and embodiment, from a Gnostic perspective? Why not scare up the parallel topics of reincarnation, demon-possession, and talking to spirits? Our heretical group discussion will cover all of this and more, from confronting the reality of the Demiurge to speculating whether our pets get into the Pleroma — and so much in between. Astral Guests — Christian Smith and Scott Smith, ...
Lee Gerrard-Barlow on Mesmerism and Defeating Fate
October 21, 2018 15:26 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBMesmerism is considered the precursor to hypnotism, but in reality it is an esoteric discipline of consciousness-expansion that draws from many ancient traditions such as Hermeticism, Kabbalah, and Gnosticism. Mesmerism calls upon inner and outer presences that unlock the divine potential of the universe and beyond. We understand the history, philosophy, and gifts of Mesmerism, and how it is once again rising in the West. And we also explore the unique way the Gnostics and other mesmeric mys...
Moon Laramie on Greta Garbo, Theosophy, and Becoming Self-Actualized
October 14, 2018 14:19 - 1 hour - 51.3 MBBeyond one of the greatest movie stars in history, Greta Garbo was a living embodiment of self-actualization, reaching peak experiences, and the Gnostic Sophia herself. She was also a secret occultist, Theosophist, and activist who rubbed shoulders with famed mystics of the 20th century. From battling archons in Hollywood to plotting against Adolf Hitler to transcending mundane matter, we deeply explore the very remarkable soul that was Garbo. Astral Guest -- Moon Laramie, author of Spirit...
Eric Wargo on Precognition and Tim Loops
October 04, 2018 22:42 - 1 hour - 50.6 MBWe explore the principles that allow the future to affect the present, and the present to affect the past, without causing paradox. We also deconstruct the powerful taboos that, for centuries, have kept mainstream science from taking phenomena like retrocausation and precognition seriously. This leads us to understand we are four-dimensional creatures that sometimes get caught in time loops. To fully decipher the transcendent Gnosis of remembering the future, we look at the lives and visions...
Patrice Chaplin on Lucifer, Ancient Meteorites and Astral Portals
September 24, 2018 01:04 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBCould Lucifer actually be an entity from beyond the stars, and not an archetype or spiritual ideal? Could astral portals in the Iberian Peninsula provide seekers with high states of awareness? These possibilities are found in a writer’s remarkable journey, which also encountered a secret society — preserved since antiquity — that influenced illustrious figures such as Salvador Dali, Jean Cocteau, Otto Rahn, and Howard Hughes, and even Bérenger Saunière (the cryptic priest of Rennes-le-Châtea...
Robert Bonomo on the Tarot and the 21 Faces of God
September 14, 2018 01:50 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBA new film takes viewers on an evocative journey through the paths of divinity – using the Tarot as an archetypal map. This visionary work draws heavily from the wisdom of the Gnostics, Alchemists, Hermetics, CG Jung, Joseph Campbell, and more. Beyond an exploration of human apotheosis, the movie finds cultural solutions in an age of trickster trump cards and the disintegration of traditional socio-political models. Astral Guest — Robert Bonomo, writer and director of The 21 Faces of God,...
John Munter on Hidden meanings and structure in the Gospel of Thomas
September 03, 2018 13:34 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBScholars generally argue that the Gospel of Thomas is a loose collection of saying, a kinda “great hits” of early Christianity. Instead, what if this text was a coherent and a graduate mystery school course on attaining the higher self. We explore this argument, including other Gnostic Gospels that tie into a parallel stream of ancient secrets, including Dialogue with Savior, the First Apocalypse of James, and the Gospel of Philip. All these ideas point to the possibility Jesus survived the ...
Steve Dee on Gnosticism, Heresy, and Chaos Magic in the Digital Age
August 23, 2018 11:38 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBAre Left-Hand Path traditions amplified or constrained in the online universes? Is Gnosis more available in a digital time of fluid identities or harder to attain in cyberlands of mob censorship? We take an in-depth exploration of these and other modern issues — including the whitewashing of past controversial figures, nonphysical esoteric communities, and the relevance of meme magic. In the end, spiritual liberation lies in questing back in history to encounter forgotten gods, forbidden fig...
Matthew Dillon on Modern Gnostic Cults and Figures
August 14, 2018 22:53 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBWe explore the modern manifestations of Gnosticism on today’s culture. This includes such mercurial figures as David Icke, John Lamb Lash, and more, as well as fiery artists like Philip K. Dick, Grant Morrison, and more. This investigation leads us to deeply understanding our present times of paranoia, conspiracy theory, and polarization – a prediction and promise of the ancient Gnostics. We also get acquainted with the latest Gnostic scholarship — from the Nag Hammadi library to Mary Magdal...
Robert Conner on The Resurrection as Ghost Story & Ancient Necromancy
August 05, 2018 14:24 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBCould the folklore of ancient ghost stories be the basis for the resurrection accounts of the New Testament? This intriguing idea takes us into the heart of the magical folklore and necromantic practices of ancient Jews, Christians, and Pagans. From archeological evidence to the latest scholarship, we encounter a Greco-Roman world where the lines between the material and spiritual were very blurred — and this includes Paul’s Christ who might have been a supreme specter. Astral Guest — Robe...
Stephen Flowers on The Left-Hand Path & the Brotherhood of Saturn
July 27, 2018 14:50 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBWe quest for a profound understanding of the Left-Hand Path — from the ancient Gnostics to today’s Temple of Set. What accurately defines this Promethean ideology? What is being Luciferian in reality? Our exploration also focuses on an overlooked but influential secret society that draws directly from Classic Gnosticism: The Fraternitas Saturni (Brotherhood of Saturn). In the end, we contend that a lack of Left-Hand Path spirituality is what is dooming modern culture – and how to gain that p...
Robert Price on The Gospel of Thomas
July 18, 2018 14:07 - 1 hour - 49.6 MBWe thoroughly explore the origins, history, and doctrines of the Gospel of Thomas. This includes deciphering many of the sayings with the latest scholarship and theological insights. Is the Gospel of Thomas Gnostic? Did Eastern faiths like Buddhism and Hinduism influence its message? Can this text be relevant to today’s modern issues? Beyond the electrifying ideas of our guest, we provide a profound bonus from a hitherto unpublished interview with the late and great Acharya S on Christianity...
Scott and Chris Smith on Gnosticism, God & the Meaning of Life
July 10, 2018 15:35 - 1 hour - 52.4 MBWe provide an edgy and soul-provoking group discussion on several deep topics – relating them to the Gnostic worldview. What are the origins of life and what is the nature of the various divine entities? Is there such a thing as free will? Our dialogue also includes the notions of consciousness, the failure of scientism, and the Archons (as our alien overlords). Lastly, we speculate on the solutions to smashing the Black Iron Prison and renewing the human mind. Astral Guests — Christian Sm...
Eric Wilson on Gnostic Literature, Cosmic Depression & Replicant Salvation (Anniversary Special!)
July 02, 2018 14:24 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBYes, it’s our anniversary special! We celebrate with a new and remarkable work of fiction that covers many of the themes of Aeon Byte Gnostic Radio. We also reflect on the past and speculate on the future of this podcast in these Gnostic times. Beyond this, we address some of the main incarnations of modern Gnosticism including the works of David Lynch, Philip K. Dick, Cormac McCarthy, and more. The escape from the Prison Planet continues. Astral Guest — Eric G. Wilson, author of Polaris G...
Stuart Douglas on the Gnosis of Philip K. Dick and CG Jung
June 22, 2018 14:32 - 1 hour - 53 MBTwo chief Gnostic revealers of modern times are Philip K. Dick and CG Jung. We parallel and contrast their lives, visions, cosmologies, and prophecies. Above these two giants of mystic heresy, we encounter and experience the sanity-destroying figure of Abraxas. By delving into Dick’s The Exegesis and Jung’s The Red Book, the labyrinth that is existence opens up to the discovery of the soul and the truth of sensible reality. Astral Guest — Stuart Douglas, author of The Apocalypse of the Rel...
Chris Bennett on Cannabis, Magickal Herbs and the Occult
June 14, 2018 16:25 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBCannabis and other psychoactive plants held a vital role in the Occult arts of Alchemy and Magic — and were employed in ritual initiations of certain secret societies. Cannabis also played a pivotal role in medieval and Renaissance magic, appearing in many grimoire recipes. Earlier in history, magical herbs were a cornerstone of ancient shamanism, Jewish & Persian mysticism, and even Classic Gnosticism (perhaps later surviving in the Knights Templar and Assassin traditions). We thread the en...
Gary Lachman on Magick & Power in the Age of Trump
June 06, 2018 15:32 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBBehind the unlikely rise of Donald Trump lie occult forces that still shape his rule. We take an expansive look at these various movements and ideologies: New Thought, Meme Magic, Julius Evola & Traditionalism, Chaos Magic, and more. This exploration faces the rise of chaos gods from ancient Egypt, postmodern mysticism, and Randian superheroes. What’s more, we find that radical magical thinking informs today Russian and other European politics. And does the Left have a metaphysical answer or...
Laurence Caruana on Visionary Art & Sacred Codes
May 29, 2018 14:52 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBVisionary art is a prime tool to harness higher consciousness and draw revelations from the imaginal realms. It is a form of Gnosis or “visionary seeing.” We discover the approaches and history of visionary seeing, from William Blake to HR Giger, from ancient Egyptian Mysticism to Renaissance magic. This exploration includes the maps to the divine found in Gnostic texts like the Secret Book of John, Neoplatonic theurgy, and Eastern ecstatic meditation. In the end, you will gain the sacred co...
Jason Louv on John Dee and Enochian Magick
May 17, 2018 14:53 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBGet ready for a comprehensive overview of John Dee’s life and work— including the sage’s scientific achievements, intelligence and spy work, imperial strategizing, and Enochian Magick. This establishes John Dee as a singular force and driver of Western history, as well as a profound influence on modern occultism. Our exploration of Dee’s legacy includes the magical innovations of Aleister Crowley and the manic genius of Jack Parsons. From making contact with Babalon to the coming of new aeon...
Frank Divita on The Nature and Origins of the Archons
May 09, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 61 MBWe face the disturbing truths about the Demiurge and his Archons — in Gnostic Gospels and beyond. Could the battle between man and Archon transpire not just across history but the universe itself? Could the Archons be more mechanistic than ever thought of before, surging in today’s technocracy for one final conquest? We find this and more out, weaving in innovations to the concepts of karma, UFOs, Egyptian mysticism, and the dying/rising godman. Ultimately, we gain a spark of hope in defeati...
Mitch Horowitz on Gnostic and New Age America
May 01, 2018 18:17 - 1 hour - 50.7 MBDespite these times of ignorance and anger, alternative spiritualities are surging in America. People are increasingly seeking the benefits of Gnosis and engaging heavily with New Age. Can Gnostic philosophy work in modern times? What are the benefits and challenges of the New Age movement as a whole – like appropriation and merchandising? We find all of this and more, including understanding modern manifestations of occultism like meme magic. Lastly, we recap the Gnostic America Conference ...
Gary Lachman on the Lost Knowledge of the Imagination
April 23, 2018 13:57 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBImagination is a core aspect of being human — allowing us to create, innovate, and enter higher states of consciousness. However, modernity and scientism have sidelined imagination, replacing our ability to experience greater truths with mechanistic thinking. For the sake of a better future, we must once again leverage the power of imagination as the great minds and movements of the past did so well. The benefits of tapping into the imaginal are supported by both ancient philosophies and the...