ANGELA'S SYMPOSIUM 📖 Academic Study on Witchcraft, Paganism, esotericism, magick and the Occult

Dr Angela Puca
ANGELA'S SYMPOSIUM 📖 Academic Study on Witchcraft, Paganism, esotericism, magick and the Occult

As an academic and university lecturer in Philosophy and Religious Studies, I'll share peer-reviewed research on MAGIC, ESOTERICISM, WITCHCRAFT, PAGANISM, SHAMANISM and related currents. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 https://linktr.ee/angela_symposium Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drangelapuca/subscribe

  1. FEB 16

    What is Weather Magick? Weather Witchcraft explained.

    For centuries, legends have spoken of sorcerers, witches, and mystical warriors who could summon storms, call forth rain, and battle for control over the elements. From the mysterious Benandanti of Italy to the feared tempestarii of medieval Europe, weather magic has long been shrouded in secrecy. In this video, we uncover the hidden history of magia tempestaria, explore the real-life witch trials that accused people of controlling the weather, and reveal the forgotten rituals used to summon or repel storms. Was weather magic ever real? Or was it merely a tool for persecution and power? Join me as we explore the dark and fascinating world of weather witchcraft, forbidden knowledge, and the supernatural battles fought in the skies. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES 📚 Campion, N. (2009). A History of Western Astrology: Volume II: The Medieval and Modern Worlds. Bloomsbury Academic. Davies, O. (2007). Popular magic: Cunning-folk in English history. Bloomsbury Publishing. Ginzburg, C. (1983). The Night Battles: Witchcraft and Agrarian Cults in the Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries. Johns Hopkins University Press. Legoas, J. P. (2022). Performing Symmetry in Andean Weather Forecasting: The Practice of Cabañuelas, Beyond Divination and Suffering. Journal of the American Academy of Religion, 90(4), 987–1009. https://doi.org/10.1093/jaarel/lfad030 Montesano, M. (2012). Il Papato e la stregoneria (secoli XI-XV). In Non lasciar vivere la malefica (pp. 133-150). Rome: Viella. Montesano, M. (2023). Con tuono, lampo o pioggia: Magia e stregoneria tempestarie fra antichità ed età moderna. Lucca: La Vela. Pócs, É. (2005). Weather magic in the early modern period as reflected in the minutes of witchcraft trials. Historický ústav SAV. Pócs, É. (2020). Stoikheion, Stuha, Zduhač: Guardian spirits, weather magicians, and talismanic magic in the Balkans. Magic, Ritual, and Witchcraft, 15(1), University of Pennsylvania Press. Thomas, K. (1971). Religion and the decline of magic: Studies in popular beliefs in sixteenth- and seventeenth-century England. Oxford University Press. Verderame, L. (2014). The halo of the moon. In J. C. Fincke (Ed.), Divination in the ancient Near East: A workshop on divination conducted during the 54th Rencontre Assyriologique Internationale, Würzburg, 2008 (pp. 91–102). Eisenbrauns. 00:00 Introduction to Weather Magic 06:00 Weather Magic in the Ancient World 09:10 Andean Weather Forecasting and Ritual Practices 11:03 Comparative Reflections on Ancient Weather Magic 17:44 Magia Tempestaria Through the Ages 23:04 The Benandanti: Guardians of Agrarian Fertility and Their Persecution 27:37 The Use of Benedictions and Church-Instituted Weather Magic 31:17 The Balkans: Weather Magicians and Guardian Spirits 33:17 Talismanic Magic and Weather Protection 37:27 The Resurgence of Weather Magic in Contemporary Paganism 43:39 The Persistence of Weather Magic in the Modern Age 44:47 Support Angela’s Symposium ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

    48 min

  2. FEB 11

    Q&A Birthday Celebration

    🎉 Birthday Q&A Livestream with Dr Angela Puca – Let’s Celebrate Together! 🎉 It’s my birthday, and I want to celebrate it with YOU! 🥳 Join me for a special Q&A livestream where we chat about esotericism, witchcraft, Paganism, academia, and anything else you’d like to ask! But that’s not all—we’re going to blow out candles together! 🕯️✨ So bring your own candle (or just make a wish in spirit), and let’s share this moment as a magical community. 🔮 When? 2nd February 🎥 Where? on my YouTube channel Angela’s Symposium! Come hang out, ask your questions, and let’s make this a birthday celebration to remember! Don’t forget to bring cake if you fancy 🍰 See you there! 💫 CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/course WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out! Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5768951004397568

    1h 6m

  3. FEB 9

    Minoan Brotherhood explained

    In this episode, we examine the Minoan Brotherhood, a contemporary Pagan tradition that reinterprets Minoan religious symbolism through the lens of LGBTQ+ spirituality. Founded in the late 1970s by Eddie Buczynski, the Brotherhood emerged as a response to the heteronormativity of mainstream Wicca, creating a sacred framework that centres homoerotic relationships within a reconstructed mythological and ritual structure. Drawing on the Labrys (double-headed axe) as a key symbol, the Brotherhood blends Arthur Evans’ reconstructions of Minoan religion with adapted Gardnerian Wiccan ceremonial practices, emphasizing the sacralization of erotic energy, graded initiatory rites, and the role of the Minos as a spiritual leader. We critically engage with both the historical inspirations and academic critiques surrounding the Brotherhood’s theology, particularly the challenges of romanticized Minoan reconstructions in contemporary Pagan practice. The episode also situates the Brotherhood within LGBTQ+ religious history, considering its significance during the AIDS crisis, its intersections with feminist spirituality, and its broader role in modern queer identity formation within esoteric traditions. As a case study in myth-making, ritual adaptation, and cultural reclamation, the Minoan Brotherhood offers valuable insights into how marginalized communities engage with ancient religious frameworks to construct meaningful spiritual identities in the present. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES 📚 Christ, C. P. (2017)(1999). Rebirth of the Goddess: Finding Meaning in Feminist Spirituality. Routledge. Eller, C. (1993). Living in the Lap of the Goddess: The Feminist Spirituality Movement in America. Beacon Press. Evans, A. (1921–1936). The Palace of Minos: A Comparative Account of the Successive Stages of the Early Cretan Civilization as Illustrated by the Discoveries at Knossos (Vols. 1–4). Macmillan. Gimbutas, M. (1991). The Civilization of the Goddess: The World of Old Europe. HarperSanFrancisco. Lloyd, M. G. (2012). Bull of Heaven: The Mythic Life of Eddie Buczynski and the Rise of the New York Pagan. Asphodel Press. Marinatos, N. (2015). Sir Arthur Evans and Minoan Crete: Creating the Vision of Knossos. I.B. Tauris. Rountree, K. (2004). Embracing the Witch and the Goddess: Feminist Ritual-Makers in New Zealand. Routledge. Tully, C. J. (2017). The artifice of Daidalos: Modern Minoica as religious focus in contemporary Paganism. International Journal for the Study of New Religions, 8(2), 183–212. https://doi.org/10.1558/ijsnr.37403 Tully, C. J. (2018). The Artifice of Daidalos: Modern Minoica as Religious Focus in Contemporary Paganism. In New Antiquities: Transformations of the Past in the New Age and Beyond. Equinox Publishing. pp 76–102 Walker, B. G. (1988). The Woman’s Dictionary of Symbols and Sacred Objects. Harper & Row. MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

    36 min

  4. JAN 26

    Multimind & Gnosis in Chaos Magick

    Explore the transformative interplay of Gnosis and the Multimind in Chaos Magic, where altered states of consciousness and the plurality of the self converge. This video delves into the historical evolution of Gnosis, from its mystical roots in ancient traditions to its pragmatic reimagining by figures like Peter Carroll, and examines the Multimind as a postmodern lens on identity. Discover how these concepts empower Chaos Magicians to transcend mental limitations, harness internal complexity, and reshape reality. Through a mix of historical insight, theoretical exploration, and practical applications, this discussion highlights the profound adaptability of Chaos Magic in navigating the fragmented self and the challenges of modern consciousness. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 RECOMMENDED READINGS 📖 REFERENCES 📚 Primary Sources: Carroll, P. J. (1987). Liber Null & Psychonaut. Weiser Books. Carroll, P. J. (1992). PsyberMagick: Advanced ideas in Chaos Magic. Weiser Books. Carroll, P. J. (2011). The Octavo: A sorcerer-scientist's grimoire. Mandrake of Oxford. Greenwood, S. (2000). The Anthropology of Magic. Berg. Hine, P. (1995). Condensed Chaos: An introduction to chaos magic. New Falcon Publications. Hine, P. (1996). Prime Chaos: Adventures in chaos magic. New Falcon Publications. Spare, A. O. (1913). The Book of Pleasure (Self-love): The psychology of ecstasy. Self-published. Secondary Sources:  Mrugalla, I. (n.d.). What is Chaos Magic? In S. Owen, A. Puca (Eds.), Pagan Religions in 5 Minutes. Sheffield, UK: Equinox Publishing Ltd. https://doi.org/10.1558/isbn.9781800505261 Otto, B.-C. (2019) The Illuminates of Thanateros and the institutionalisation of religious individualisation. In: M. Fuchs, A. Linkenbach, M. Mulsow, B.-C. Otto, R. B. Parson, & J. Rüpke eds. Religious Individualisation. De Gruyter, pp.759–796.  Woodman, J. (2001). Modernity, Selfhood, and the Demonic: Anthropological perspectives on Chaos Magick in the United Kingdom (PhD thesis). Goldsmiths College, University of London. MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

    35 min

  5. JAN 19

    Is Magic Evil?

    Is magic inherently evil, or is this a cultural construct shaped by power, religion, and philosophy? In this video, we explore the historical and theological framing of magic as 'evil,' from ancient texts like The Book of Enoch to the European witch trials and the controversial ideas of Aleister Crowley. We'll examine the concept of evil itself, from Augustine’s privatio boni to Nietzsche's critique of moral binaries, and explore how magic has been interpreted in monotheistic, polytheistic, and modern esoteric traditions. Join us as we challenge the assumptions surrounding magic and evil and uncover their complex interplay across cultures and time. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES 📚 References Andrews, C., & Faulkner, R. O. (1990). The Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead. University of Texas Press. Augustine of Hippo. (397–426). On Christian Doctrine. Crowley, A. (1904). The book of the law. Crowley, A. (1929). Magick in theory and practice. Castle Books. Dodds, E. R. (1951). The Greeks and the irrational (2nd ed., Vol. 25). University of California Press. https://doi.org/10.2307/jj.8501105 Douglas, M. (1966). Purity and danger: An analysis of concepts of pollution and taboo (1st ed.). Routledge. Federici, S. (2004). Caliban and the witch. Autonomedia. Lopez, D. S., Jr. (2009). Buddhism and science: A guide for the perplexed. University of Chicago Press. Nietzsche, F. (2013). On the genealogy of morals: A polemic. C.G. Neumann Oomen, B. (2006, November). Witchcraft, violence, and democracy in South Africa. PoLAR: Political and Legal Anthropology Review, 29(2), 305–310. https://doi.org/10.1525/pol.2006.29.2.305 Pinch, G. (1994). Magic in ancient Egypt. University of Texas Press. Ricoeur, P. (1985). Evil, a challenge to philosophy and theology. Journal of the American Academy of Religion, 53(4), 635–650. https://doi.org/10.1093/jaarel/LIII.4.635 Stuckenbruck, L. T. (2017). The myth of rebellious angels: Studies in Second Temple Judaism and New Testament texts. Eerdmans Publishing. The Book of Enoch. Yates, F. A. (1964). Giordano Bruno & Hermetic tradition (1st ed.). Routledge. MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ 00:00 Introduction 03:04 Support Angela’s Symposium 04:13 Conceptualising Evil 10:31The Historical Association of Magic with Evil 17:25 Magic and the Relative Nature of Evil 22:53 Case Studies 23:27 1. Magic and Evil in The Book of Enoch 24:56 2. The Witch Trials of Early Modern Europe 26:22 3. Aleister Crowley and the Reclamation of Magic 27:43 Analysis of Case Studies 28:54 Section 6: Conclusion 32:49 Support Angela’s Symposium ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

    35 min

  6. JAN 12

    Hermetic Healing: Giuliano Kremmerz's Myriam Tradition

    Explore the enigmatic world of Giuliano Kremmerz, one of Italy's most influential Hermeticists, and his esoteric order, the Fratellanza Terapeutica Magica di Miriam. This video delves into Kremmerz's philosophy, the role of the divine feminine symbolised by Miriam, and the blend of ancient Hermetic wisdom with therapeutic magic. Discover his key texts, including La Scienza dei Magi and La Medicina Ermetica, and uncover how his teachings continue to inspire scholars and practitioners of Western esotericism today. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 RECOMMENDED READINGS 📖 https://amzn.to/3BNKFyG https://amzn.to/4j1vbI3 https://https://amzn.to/3DLeTTy https://amzn.to/40qcvJF https://amzn.to/3W6K4z1 https://amzn.to/4a7OeMT https://amzn.to/4fOsZkm https://amzn.to/3PnVaf1 REFERENCES 📚 Brunelli, F. (1971). L’Ermetismo Italiano nel Novecento. Rome, Italy: Mediterranee. Corpus Hermeticum. (2001). (Trans. G. Festa). Milan, Italy: Adelphi. Di Simone, G. (1973). Giuliano Kremmerz: L’uomo e l’opera. Rome, Italy: Atanor. Faivre, A. (1994). Access to Western Esotericism. Albany, NY: State University of New York Press. Ficino, M. (1981). The Letters of Marsilio Ficino (Trans. Members of the School of Economic Science). London, UK: Shepheard-Walwyn. Hanegraaff, W. J. (2022). Hermetic spirituality and the historical imagination: Altered states of knowledge in late antiquity. Cambridge University Press. Il Mondo Secreto (1898–1905). Periodical published by the Fratellanza Terapeutica Magica di Myriam. Naples, Italy: Private circulation. Kremmerz, G. (1897). La Scienza dei Magi. Naples, Italy: Fratellanza Terapeutica di Myriam. Kremmerz, G. (1901). La Medicina Ermetica. Naples, Italy: Fratellanza Terapeutica di Myriam. Marrache-Gouraud, M. (2019). La Tradizione Ermetica Italiana. Florence, Italy: Le Lettere. MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ 00:00 Introduction:  Giuliano Kremmerz Italian Hermeticist 00:54  Giuliano Kremmerz Early life and influences 03:31 The Hermetic Principles of Alchemy and Magic 04:53 The Fraternity of Myriam 10:31 The Myriam Tradition and the Divine Feminine 13:47 Philosophical Underpinnings of the Myriam Tradition 16:31 Alchemy and Kremmerz’s Teaching 18:16 Kermmerz’s Use of Scientific Language 19:29 Controversies and Legacy 23:39 Influenced on Western Esotericism 25:02 Primary Sources and Texts of Giuliano Kremmerz 27:35 Special Lecture onKremmerz for Magus+ Patrons 28:59 Kremmerz’s unpublished correspondence 30:36 Support Angela’s Symposium ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

    33 min

  7. JAN 7

    The Impossible is Real with Dr Jeffrey J. Kripal

    Join us for an engaging conversation with Dr Jeffrey J. Kripal, J. Newton Rayzor Chair in Philosophy and Religious Thought at Rice University and co-director of the Center for Theory and Research at the Esalen Institute. Known for his groundbreaking work exploring the intersections of consciousness, the paranormal, and the humanities, Dr Kripal will share insights from his latest books, The Superhumanities: Historical Precedents, Moral Objections, New Realities and How to Think Impossibly: About Souls, UFOs, Time, Belief, and Everything Else. We'll delve into his ongoing three-volume project, The Super Story: Science (Fiction) and Some Emergent Mythologies, and discuss how extreme human experiences challenge conventional boundaries between the mental and the material. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the impossible with one of the leading thinkers at the frontier of philosophy, religion, and the unknown. RECOMMENDED BOOKS How to Think Impossibly https://amzn.to/3BYOeC6 The Superhumanities https://amzn.to/41VZObL How to Think Impossibly https://amzn.to/4j6FZ7B Gnostic Reflections on the Study of Religion https://amzn.to/3BTJcXy CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/course WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥  ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

    1h 14m

  8. 12/30/2024

    Effective Grimoire Magic with Dr Stephen Skinner

    I sat down with renowned esoteric scholar Dr Stephen Skinner to explore the nature of magic, the role of spirits, and the intricate dynamics of angelic and demonic entities as presented in Western esoteric traditions. With decades of expertise in both scholarly study and practical application, Dr Skinner provides profound insights into what makes magic effective, examining the interplay between ritual precision, practitioner intent, and the often-overlooked subtleties of spiritual interaction. The conversation delves into the distinctive characteristics of angels and demons within the grimoire tradition, shedding light on their functions, temperaments, and the unique roles they play in magical operations. Dr Skinner also shares his perspective on the complementarity between Feng Shui and Western magical systems, revealing surprising parallels and synergies between these seemingly disparate traditions. Throughout the discussion, Dr Skinner offers a rare glimpse into the profound mechanisms that underpin effective magical rituals. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/course WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥  ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

    1h 30m
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