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Weird Studies

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Professor Phil Ford and writer J. F. Martel host a series of conversations on art and philosophy, dwelling on ideas that are hard to think and art that opens up rifts in what we are pleased to call "reality." SpectreVision Radio is a bespoke podcast network at the intersection between the arts and the uncanny, featuring a tapestry of shows exploring creativity, the esoteric, and the unknown. We’re... more

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Susannah Cahalan
Author of several books including Brain on Fire and The Great Pretender
Episode: Episode 191 — The Acid Queen, with Susannah Cahalan
Jacob G. Foster
Professor of informatics and cognitive science at Indiana University, author of 'Care of the Dead','s
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Episode: Episode 189: Care of the Dead, with Jacob G. Foster
Erik Davis
Intellectual, music journalist, essayist, and scholar
Episode: Episode 187: The Affirmation of Imagination: On John Crowley's 'Little, Big,' with Erik Davis
Lionel Snell
Author of occult philosophy and magic books, including Thundersqueak and SSOTBME
Episode: Episode 179: The Final Frontier, with Lionel Snell
Duncan Barford
Author, podcaster and occultist
Episode: Episode 174: Magick and Enlightenment, with Alan Chapman and Duncan Barford
Alan Chapman
Author, podcaster and occultist
Episode: Episode 174: Magick and Enlightenment, with Alan Chapman and Duncan Barford
Amy Hale
Folklorist and anthropologist; leading scholar of Ithell Colquhoun
Episode: Episode 167: The Hand of Ithell, with Amy Hale

Hosts

Phil Ford
Host of conversations focusing on complex philosophical and artistic ideas, known for his insightful analyses within the realms of art and culture.
J.F. Martel
Co-host known for engaging in dialogues that challenge conventional understandings of art and philosophy, enriching the experience through diverse perspectives.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • A Journey Around My Room

    No matter how far my perambulation round my room takes me I always return home to this investigation into all things wondrous and weird. It’s like listening to a chat over dinner (with Andre [or Orson]) with folks who share my passion for the secret lives of puppets, rhizomatic thinking, last & first men, R. Mutt, Algernon Blackwood, Heraclitus and suchlike all the way back to that chthonic cave of forgotten dreams. It’s nice to know I’m part of a community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pataphysician
    United States3 months ago
  • Duelling in France

    Hi just listening to your podcast of a few days ago where you discuss Nixon the opera and at some point duelling in France. Dunno if you know but duelling in France continued into the mid 20th century. Proust fought many. One of the last was in the 1940’s I think, between a film director and cinema critic who had insulted a lady friend of the director’s. Their fight annoyed a nearby hostler because the fight was frightening the horses and they had to relocate.

    Love the show … always inspired by... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M elia
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • It’s good but used to be truly great.

    This used to be one of my all-time favourites. In the last year, it’s sad to see J-F’s drift rightward in real time. And for the love of god stop talking about the Ring Cycle. I know Phil has a dedicated blog for that.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SCCecilia
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Changed my way of thinking about the world, art & the indistinguishable essence of both

    Best show and/or content I’ve ever experienced. Has been truly mind altering, life changing & and extremely enriching, fulfilling part of my life. Love this show & these two brilliant, awesome, amazing guys more than mere words can say.

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    5
    iamnotted
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Great show :)

    Thanks for this excursion into the weird (and fun) side of philosophy! Btw, speaking of fiction that feel like 'spellbooks', has either of you ever read The Raw Shark Texts'?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coralio
    Germany5 months ago

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Audience members frequently express gratitude for the unique insights that connect diverse topics, often citing a sense of community among listeners with shared interests.
The dynamic between the hosts is often praised for its engaging and humorous tone, making profound discussions accessible and enjoyable.
Listeners appreciate the depth of conversation and the intellectually stimulating subject matter despite some critiques about occasional topics veering towards the niche or overly complex.
Some remarks note a shift in content focus over time, indicating varying levels of satisfaction with recent episodes in comparison to earlier ones.

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Episode 191 — The Acid Queen, with Susannah Cahalan
Q: How did the writing process connect you to Rosemary?
While writing about Rosemary, I opened myself up to the synchronicities that animated her life while trying hard not to become too consumed by them.
Episode 191 — The Acid Queen, with Susannah Cahalan
Q: What drew you to Rosemary Woodruff Leary?
I had been interested in altered states and my previous books dealt with consciousness, which made Rosemary's story particularly compelling.
Episode 182: Providence of Evil: On Robert Eggers' 'Nosferatu'
Q: What does it mean to acknowledge the reality of evil?
Acknowledging the reality of evil allows one to face the darkness within and outside of oneself.
Episode 182: Providence of Evil: On Robert Eggers' 'Nosferatu'
Q: What is a vampire really? Or is there a really here?
A vampire is a being that takes and gives nothing back, feeding off the life of others.
Episode 181: On 'The X Files,' with Meredith Michael
Q: So I'm going to ask you right now, are you a Mulder or a Scully?
It depends on who I'm with; with a believer, I'm Scully, with a skeptic, I'm Mulder.

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Complex discussions on art and philosophy weave through episodes, where hosts approach challenging concepts and unconventional ideas that invite listeners to reflect on their understanding of reality. Topics often span the realms of the esoteric, such as the exploration of myth, spirituality, and the uncanny elements of life, while insightful commentary on films, literature, and cultural phenomena adds depth to their analyses. Noteworthy episodes explore subjects like trauma, cosmic horror, and the relationship between humans and the supernatural, fostering an intellectually stimulating environment for listeners seeking enlightenment and thought-provoking dialogue.

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