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Rejected Religion Podcast

Stephanie Shea
William S. Burroughs
Esotericism
Sexual Hanging
Cut-Up Technique
Accelerationism
Alchemy
Transgenderism
Chaos Magic
Slenderman
Speculative Music
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Rejected Religion
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*Note: this is the Free Content version of my interview with Dr. Markus Davidsen. To access the full interview, please consider becoming a Patreon member, or you can purchase this episode for a one time fee. www.patreon.com/RejectedReligion.

My gues... more

Esoteric Crossroads: Scholars Meet Practitioners is a new collaborative video series, launched in 2025, co-produced by Rejected Religion and RENSEP. Hosted by Stephanie Shea, each session brings together scholars and practitioners for thoughtful dial... more

Note: This is the Free Content version of the interview with Tjalling Janssen. The full interview can be accessed as a Tier 2 Patreon member, or purchased for a one-time fee. More information at www.patreon.com/RejectedReligion.

Tjalling is a PhD re... more

Note: This episode was originally uploaded to my Patreon Tier 3 in August 2025. It's now available as 'open access' for all followers!

Speculative Frequencies: A Mixed Bag of Mysticism, Music & Mystery 

This ‘mixed bag’ episode dives into four rich ... more

Esoteric Crossroads: Scholars Meet Practitioners is a new collaborative video series, launched in 2025, co-produced by Rejected Religion and RENSEP. Hosted by Stephanie Shea, each session brings together scholars and practitioners for thoughtful dial... more

Esoteric Crossroads: Scholars Meet Practitioners is a new collaborative video series, launched in 2025, co-produced by Rejected Religion and RENSEP. Hosted by Stephanie Shea, each session brings together scholars and practitioners for thoughtful dial... more

*Note: this is the Free Content version of my interview with Dr. Matteo Polato. To access the full interview, please consider becoming a Patreon member; alternately, this episode is available for a one-time purchase under the "Shop" tab. www.patreon.... more

*This is the Free Content version of my interview with Dr. Mariano Villalba. To access the full interview, please consider becoming a paid Patreon member; alternatively, this episode is also available for a one-time purchase here on Patreon (under 'S... more

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Dr. Markus Altena Davidsen
University Lecturer in the Sociology of Religion at Leiden University
Leiden University
Episode: Rejected Religion Podcast E42 Dr. Markus Davidsen - Fiction-Based Religion: From Tolkien Spirituality to Jediism [Free Content]
Dr. Sarah Nimfur
Cultural anthropologist based at the University of Arts in Linz
University of Arts in Linz
Episode: [Free Content] Replay Esoteric Crossroads: Scholars Meet Practitioners - Santería/Regla de Osha
Raicel Tejeda
Music teacher and practitioner of Regla de Osha
Episode: [Free Content] Replay Esoteric Crossroads: Scholars Meet Practitioners - Santería/Regla de Osha
Tjalling Janssen
PhD researcher at the Center for History of Hermetic Philosophy and Related Currents at the University of Amsterdam
University of Amsterdam
Episode: RR Pod E41 Free Content -Tjalling Janssen - Elemental Dialogues: Encounter, Evocation, & the Expanding Landscape
Frater Fuchs
A practitioner of Chaos Magick, involved with the IOT and a skilled magician.
IOT (Illuminates of Thanateros)
Episode: Replay [Edited] - Esoteric Crossroads: Chaos Magick w/ Dr. Isis M. Kalmbacher & Frater Fuchs -June 2025
Dr. Isis M. Kalmbacher
Scholar of esotericism and religion at the University of Tübingen, with a focus on Chaos Magick.
University of Tübingen
Episode: Replay [Edited] - Esoteric Crossroads: Chaos Magick w/ Dr. Isis M. Kalmbacher & Frater Fuchs -June 2025
Judith Noble
Professor of Film and the Occult at Arts University Plymouth
Arts University Plymouth
Episode: Replay [Edited] Esoteric Crossroads: Initiatory Wicca w/ Judith Noble & Rufus Harrington
Rufus Harrington
Initiate of the Alexandrian and Gardnerian traditions of Wiccan practice
The Doreen Valiente Foundation
Episode: Replay [Edited] Esoteric Crossroads: Initiatory Wicca w/ Judith Noble & Rufus Harrington
Dr. Matteo Polato
A researcher at Manchester Metropolitan University with a focus on sound and paranormal studies.
Manchester Metropolitan University
Episode: Rejected Religion Patreon Tier 2 Free Content- Dr. Matteo Polato: “The Atmospheric Forteanism of Hellier and the Role of Sound…”

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Stephanie Shea
Host of the Rejected Religion Podcast, engaging in discussions around spirituality, culture, and esotericism.

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Rejected Religion Podcast E42 Dr. Markus Davidsen - Fiction-Based Religion: From Tolkien Spirituality to Jediism [Free Content]
Q: Is belief necessary for religion in this sense, or can practice stand on its own?
Dr. Davidsen argues that belief isn't the starting point; rather, practice and experience often lead individuals into deeper engagement and belief.
Rejected Religion Podcast E42 Dr. Markus Davidsen - Fiction-Based Religion: From Tolkien Spirituality to Jediism [Free Content]
Q: Can you walk us through how the concept of fiction-based religion emerged from your earlier work?
Dr. Davidsen explains that he was first introduced to the idea of fiction-based religion during his studies, focusing on how narratives can lead to spiritual engagement.
[Free Content] Replay Esoteric Crossroads: Scholars Meet Practitioners - Santería/Regla de Osha
Q: How do practitioners go about adapting their rituals to the ecological context in which they live?
Practitioners adjust their rituals to local plants and climate, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in their practices.
[Free Content] Replay Esoteric Crossroads: Scholars Meet Practitioners - Santería/Regla de Osha
Q: What does the term Regla de Ocha signify and why might it be preferred by some initiates?
Regla de Ocha signifies the rules and order of the religion, and some prefer it for its emphasis on heritage and regulations.
[Free Content] Replay Esoteric Crossroads: Scholars Meet Practitioners - Santería/Regla de Osha
Q: How have practitioners themselves used the term Santería, whether in protest or as an identity formation or resistance?
The term Santería was initially a mockery by colonizers, but some use it proudly as a form of protest against its negative connotations.

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What is Rejected Religion Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series offers an in-depth exploration of esotericism, spirituality, and cultural narratives often overlooked in mainstream dialogue. Each episode features discussions that range from Chaos Magick and Wicca to the implications of video games on personal belief systems. With a diverse array of guests including scholars, practitioners, and artists, the conversations not only highlight historical perspectives but also engage in contemporary analyses of these mystical practices. Noteworthy themes include the intersection of gender studies and esotericism, the exploration of sound in paranormal investigations, and personal journeys through various spiritual modalities, making this content appealing for those interested in both academic and e... more

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2. Dr. Sarah Nimfur
3. Raicel Tejeda
4. Tjalling Janssen
5. Frater Fuchs
6. Dr. Isis M. Kalmbacher
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