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Rejected Religion Podcast

Stephanie Shea
William S. Burroughs
Esotericism
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Accelerationism
Transgenderism
Alchemy
Chaos Magic
Slenderman
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Rejected Religion
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Feminine Divine
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Illuminating the obscure

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This is the Free Content version of my interview with Drs. Sarah & Bastiaan van Rijn. To listen to the full interview, you can either purchase it for a one-time fee, or become a Patreon member.

Sarah van Rijn (née Perez) is a postdoctoral researche... more

* This is an audio-only version of my interview with Rufus Harrington, trustee of The Doreen Valiente Foundation. 

I am so excited to share this special conversation with Rufus Harrington about the legendary Doreen Valiente!

As a thank you for your... more

This is the Free Content version of my interview with author Graham St. John. To access the full interview, please consider joining Patreon as a paid member, or you can purchase the episode for a one-time fee. www.patreon.com/RejectedReligion

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*Note: this is the Free Content version of my interview with Bastiaan van Rijn. To hear the entire interview, please consider joining my Patreon and becoming a member; alternately, this episode can be purchased for a one-time fee. More information at... more

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Sarah van Rijn
Postdoctoral researcher at the University of Bern, focusing on ethical motivation in animal rights and eco-spiritual practices.
University of Bern
Episode: RR Pod E45 Drs. Sarah & Bas van Rijn - Understanding Reality Shifting: Scripting the "Desired Reality" for One's Identity
Bas van Rijn
Postdoctoral researcher at the University of Freiburg, focusing on spiritual tourism and alternative history, and author of the upcoming book 'Afterlife Research'.
University of Freiburg
Episode: RR Pod E45 Drs. Sarah & Bas van Rijn - Understanding Reality Shifting: Scripting the "Desired Reality" for One's Identity
Graham St. John
Author of 'Strange Attractor: The Hallucinatory Life of Terence McKenna'
Episode: Rejected Religion Podcast E44 Graham St. John: Strange Attractor [Free Content]
Dr. Bastiaan van Rijn
Postdoctoral researcher with focus on afterlife studies and mesmerism.
University of Freiburg, Switzerland
Episode: RR Pod E43 [Free Content] Dr. Bastiaan van Rijn: Mesmerism & Afterlife Research
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

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Stephanie Shea
Host and moderator leading discussions on various topics related to esotericism and spirituality; known for engaging with guests from diverse academic and practical backgrounds.

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Bonus Episode with Rufus Harrington: Doreen Valiente & Her Living Legacy
Q: What books or other resources would you recommend to people looking to explore witchcraft, Wicca?
I recommend authors like Doreen Valiente and Patricia Crowther, as well as works by Gerald Gardner and Stewart Farrar, as good starting points.
Bonus Episode with Rufus Harrington: Doreen Valiente & Her Living Legacy
Q: Can you tell us about the origins of the Doreen Valiente Foundation and its core mission?
The foundation was established to preserve Doreen Valiente's personal collection and make it accessible as a source of inspiration for future generations.
Rejected Religion Podcast E44 Graham St. John: Strange Attractor [Free Content]
Q: How did you sift through this, quote unquote, historical and or, quote unquote, performance sides of McKenna?
St. John shares that he did over 80 interviews with intimate acquaintances of McKenna for context, making the writing process collaborative and comprehensive.
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.

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

Focusing on the intersections of spirituality, culture, and unconventional belief systems, the content immerses listeners in discussions about esotericism, alternative religions, and the sociocultural impacts they have. Episodes cover a wide range of topics, from the academic analysis of phenomenological experiences like mesmerism and afterlife research to explorations of fiction-based religions inspired by popular narratives. This podcast features a combination of scholars, practitioners, and artists, offering multiple perspectives that enrich the understanding of spiritual practices and beliefs. Notably, it aims to bridge the gap between academic inquiry and personal narratives, inviting audiences into complex discussions that explore the... more

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2. Bas van Rijn
3. Graham St. John
4. Dr. Bastiaan van Rijn
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