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Occult Confessions

The Alchemical Actors
Aghoris
Song Of Lurm
Celtic Culture
Druids
Gnosticism
Kapalikas
Aleister Crowley
Hiram Miraalaarn
Benares
Infertile Order
Morrigan
Magic
Abraham and Isaac
Christianity
Osiris
ISIS
Neo-Gnosticism
Shiva
Kali
Gender Roles In Celtic Society

Discover the secret history of cults, witches, magicians, conspiracies and the supernatural with occultism scholar Rob C. Thompson. His crew of Alchemical Actors explore life’s mysteries with a blend of research, ritual, and old-fashioned radio drama.

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Where did the medieval via negative come from? In large part, it was inspired by Plato and those who followed him an innovated on his way of thinking. In the second of two parts on the Cloud of Unknowing we consider Plotinus and Pseudo-Dionysius.

Blind love is the only way to experience God according to the anonymous medieval mystic who authored the Cloud of Unknowing. In the first of two parts, we discuss the neoplatonic path outlined by an unknown priest to mystical understanding of the hig... more

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Kabbalah has its roots in early rabbinic Judaism and became a distinct school of thought in the medieval period with the work of Isaac the Blind, Moses de Leon, and then Isaac Luria in the Renaissances. In this episode, we attempt to delineate basic ... more

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Magnolia Strange returns to complete her account of the life and significance of Hildegard. Included is some of Hildegard's music performed by Magnolia.

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Recent Guests

Tobias Churton
Leading scholar of Western Esotericism and author discussing his new book on The Books of Enoch
Episode: 27.4: The Book of Enoch (Interview Special)
Miguel Conner
Writer, voiceover artist, and host of Ion Bite Gnostic Radio
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Episode: 26.7: Occult Elvis (Interview Special)
Pati Dubroff
One of the most respected and sought-after makeup artists in the world, devoted to healing work and the exploration of the unseen.
Episode: 25.10: Saving Krotona (Interview Special)
Paul Wyld
Singer-songwriter, artist, poet, and author specializing in the occult
Episode: 25.9: Jim Morrison and the Occult (Interview Special)
Dr. Justin Sledge
Doctor of Philosophy with a master's in religious studies, expert in Western esotericism
Esoterica YouTube Channel
Episode: 25.7: Esoterica (Interview Special)
Alyce Spencer
Founder of Witchway, a YouTube channel dedicated to exploring witchcraft in popular culture.
Witchway
Episode: 24.7: Pop Occulture (Witchcraft Edition)
Gabriela Herstik
Witch and author of several books including Goddess Energy.
Author and podcast host of Love, Lust and Magic
Episode: 23.8: Goddess Energy (Interview Special)
Savannah Barrett
Sister of the 84th degree
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Episode: 23.2: The Druids (Part Two)
Julian Dobbs
Resident Druid
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Episode: 23.2: The Druids (Part Two)

Host

Rob C. Thompson
Host and scholar of occultism, emphasizing a blend of research with engaging storytelling.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Very much enjoy

    Ive been listening podcast for a couple

    years- very much enjoy! And I knocked off a star due to One episode y'all made fun of Iowa (home

    state lol) and agreed that you don't have any listeners here. Well not true and you all sounded snotty and elitest. I grew a bad taste in my mouth becauae It's not cool to write off a whole state or a group of people. I enjoy comedy, but that just showed true colors. Are you as open minded as you think you are?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Pharpin84
    United States3 months ago
  • Wish I was Rob’s Student

    An amazing cast filled with personality. Rob makes it feel like you’re in a secret afterschool club about the the world’s greatest mysteries. As someone who is obsessed with these topics, the Alchemical Actors only further my enjoyment as well as my understanding. Thank you guys, wish I could’ve been an Alchemical Actor when I was in community college <3

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    St. Pete of the Wolf
    United States3 months ago
  • Urantia book review

    As a former Theosophist and longtime reader of the Urantia book I enjoyed your attempt to break the book down in a short period of time. Although I did have a hard time trying to understand how someone could see the Secret Doctrine by Helena Blavatsky as more believable than the Book. All in all great job I’m trying to break down a difficult book.

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    5
    Hydro Jack
    United States7 months ago
  • The most entertained I have ever been while learning about history!

    I enjoy this almost daily. There is an incredible back log of offerings. You can easily find an occult subject you may be interested in and learn so much. The deep dive is done well. His voice is soothing and confident. He has a few rotating other players that do keep things fresh. So that he has someone to play off and give another take on things. So glad I found this one

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bombshellbecky
    United States7 months ago
  • Free Giles de Rais

    I started listening because of the above topic, you guys are very funny and I'm so happy that you're still making the podcast, I'm going to listen to your entire back catalogue and tell my friends. You all have a good vibe and I appreciate the degree of voice roles you have.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Weston Grimmly
    United States8 months ago

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27.6: Morgan and the Anti-Masons
Q: Does it have anything to do with like literal Masonry?
Yes, it is symbolic Masonry.
27.4: The Book of Enoch (Interview Special)
Q: Could you tell us a little bit, your book starts with this beautiful, colorful, sort of exciting account of how Enoch comes to us today?
The tale involves the explorer James Bruce, who traveled to Ethiopia and brought back copies of the Book of Enoch to the Western world.
27.4: The Book of Enoch (Interview Special)
Q: When did they appear? How old is these books of Enoch?
Scholarship suggests dates ranging from the 300s BC to the early first century AD.
27.4: The Book of Enoch (Interview Special)
Q: What motivated you to kind of explore The Books of Enoch in the first place?
Engagement with the texts began as a student, leading to a deep exploration of their quality and importance.
26.8: The Moon Temple Mystery School (Interview Special)
Q: For the children, for the grandchildren, is this a more difficult world? Is it getting harder or is it getting easier to do the things you're talking about?
Yes, it is harder for women due to the high rates of sexual trauma and the fear of being seen, which triggers generational wounds.

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