Arnemancy

Erik L. Arneson
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Explore esotericism, magic, and the occult with Reverend Erik. All of your favorite occultists, astrologers, magicians, and historians of esotericism sit down for casual and informative chats about the bizarre, unusual, and meaningful.

  1. The Arbatel: The Second Septenary

    NOV 11

    The Arbatel: The Second Septenary

    Part three of our nine-part Arbatel series sees co-host Evan and Reverend Erik exploring the second septenary. The Arbatel is a 16th century Swiss Protestant grimoire, or book of magic, and deals with summoning and making contact with the seven Olympic spirits. The second septenary of this book revolves around the Arbatel's model of creation, the method of divine emanation, and the power of names. However, in a close reading, our hosts have discovered something more exciting: a ritual for a tutelary spirit! Listen now! Support the Arnemancy podcast: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancy Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe

    48 min
  2. The Arbatel: Live for the Muses

    JUL 11

    The Arbatel: Live for the Muses

    In this second episode of the nine-part Arbatel Project series, Erik and Evan explore the First Septenary of this 16th century Swiss grimoire. The episode delves into the Arbatel's emphasis on secrecy in magical practice, summarized by the opening aphorism: "Whoever wants to know secrets, needs to know how to keep secrets." The First Septenary establishes the foundation for the grimoire's approach to magic, encouraging practitioners to "live for the Muses" by embracing creativity and artistic pursuits. We discuss the importance of memory in magical practice, with the Arbatel instructing practitioners to thoroughly memorize essential knowledge. While the text presents a Christian framework for invoking deity before magical works, the hosts explore how practitioners of various spiritual backgrounds might adapt these principles. Get the Arbatel so you can follow along: https://amzn.to/40eDW9E And join our chat on Discord: https://arnemancy.com/discord Support Arnemancy on Patreon: https://patreon.com/arnemancy Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe

    43 min
  3. Introducing the Arbatel

    JUN 27

    Introducing the Arbatel

    Finally, it is here, the premier of the Arbatel series! In this episode, we introduce two key parts of the series. First, my co-host Evan. Second, the Arbatel itself! Learn about this 16th century grimoire, its origins in Protestant Switzerland, and the mysteries surrounding its publishing and authorship. This is the first of a nine-part series about the Arbatel. Get the Arbatel so you can follow along: https://amzn.to/40eDW9E And join our chat on Discord: https://arnemancy.com/discord Support Arnemancy on Patreon: https://patreon.com/arnemancy Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe

    46 min
  4. Looking Back with Andrew B. Watt and T. Susan Chang (part 2)

    FEB 7

    Looking Back with Andrew B. Watt and T. Susan Chang (part 2)

    My friends and frequent guests T. Susan Chang and Andrew B. Watt join me for part two of our 2024 retrospective. Susie, as usual, handles the Tarot cards, while Andrew manages the astrology. Pour yourself a beverage and settle in, as we poke at spreadsheets and explore last year's news to peer curiously into the past. Andrew B. Watt is an astrologer, magician, and cool wizard. T. Susan Chang is a Tarot expert, author, and cool wizard. Please enjoy our look back at the second, tumultuous half of 2024! LinksThe 2024 Forecast Series (including the look back)T. Susan Chang's website and Tarotista Etsy shopAndrew B. Watt's website Support Arnemancy on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancy Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe

    1h 24m
  5. Bonus: The Reflective Soul with Dr. Nick Literski

    JAN 22 · BONUS

    Bonus: The Reflective Soul with Dr. Nick Literski

    This special bonus episode is from a brand new podcast, The Reflective Soul, hosted by my friend and recurring Arnemancy guest, Dr. Nick Literski. The Reflective Soul Podcast explores the intersection of psyche and spirit. Through engaging solo episodes and heartfelt interviews, discover how dreams, symbols, archetypes, and sacred stories can inspire transformation and growth. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to The Reflective Soul Podcast! Support Arnemancy on Patreon: Support this Podcast Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe

    43 min
  6. Occult Philosophy Live with Eric Purdue

    JAN 15

    Occult Philosophy Live with Eric Purdue

    For the podcast's fifth anniversary, Eric Purdue joined me at Dark Star Magick in Portland, Oregon, for a live podcast recording. We had a live audience, livestreamed the conversation to YouTube, and overall had a really excellent time. Our conversation focused on his translation of Henry Cornelius Agrippa's Three Books of Occult Philosophy, which was released in 2022. I wanted to find out more about the ongoing influence of his translation, and how it is reshaping the modern occult community. Eric Purdue is a practitioner of medieval astrology, and a santero (olorisha) in Lucumí/Santeria. He has studied metaphysics for over thirty years, with a particular focus on practical folk and astrological magic. His work on traditional talismanic magic appeared in the inaugural edition of The Ascendant (2014). Thanks to Dark Star Magick for hosting this event. While it may have been a crazy idea to host it on Halloween, Steve enthusiastically jumped on the idea and then trusted us to pull it off. I am very grateful that he sat in as the intermediary between our Internet audience and the live event. Dark Star Magick is an incredible occult bookstore, carrying new, used, and rare books. They ship all over the world, so be sure to check out their online shop. Live podcasts are a lot of work, and I couldn't have done this without the help of my brother Nick Arneson, and his audio/visual engineering skills. Make sure to check out his music and video production agency, Sunshine Presents. LinksEric Purdue's websiteDark Star MagickThree Books of Occult Philosophy by Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa (trans. Eric Purdue)Dr. Justin Sledge's Agrippa course Support Arnemancy on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancy Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe

    1h 4m
  7. 2025 Forecast with Andrew B. Watt and T. Susan Chang (part 1)

    JAN 1

    2025 Forecast with Andrew B. Watt and T. Susan Chang (part 1)

    Part 1 of the 2025 Forecast is here! The Confraternity of Prognosticators has convened once more, and I am joined by my friends Andrew B. Watt and T. Susan Chang to use astrology and Tarot to forecast the coming year. We are delighted to have you on this amusing journey! This episode covers the months January through June, along with a bonus forecast about TikTok. Andrew B. Watt is an astrologer, magician, and cool wizard. T. Susan Chang is a Tarot expert, author, and cool wizard. You know who we are, now go listen to us prognosticate! LinksAndrew B. Watt's websiteT. Susan Chang's website Support Arnemancy on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancy

    1h 14m

  8. 12/25/2024

    Christmas Without Masters with Michael Sanborn

    Happy holidays! My friend and returning guest Michael Sanborn joins me for this extra-special Christmas episode to drink yerba mate and discuss his latest Remy Boyer translation. The Way Without Masters: A Collection of Nondualist Texts is a collection of manifestos, hymns, verse, and prose that span a selection of collected topics from surrealism to Sebastianism to incoherism. We recorded this episode in the comfort of Michael's dining room while sipping yerba mate. Our conversation covers a broad array of topics from expressionism to the challenges of translating mystical verse. It was a delight to have Michael as a return guest. Michael Sanborn is a book designer and translator specializing in contemporary European esoterica. He participates in several esoteric traditions, including Neoplatonism, and Templarism. He is also a gnostic bishop and a member of Azoth Temple in Portland, Oregon. Rémi Boyer has explored at length the world of the avant-garde, initiatory traditions, and philosophies of enlightenment. He works within the setting of the House of Surrealists in Cordes-sur-Ciel, for a new alliance between traditions, philosophies of awakening, and the artistic avant-garde. He is the author of some twenty specialized works, particularly on Western initiatory movements. LinksGet the new book at Ways of AwakeningRose Circle BooksMichael's previous podcast appearances:Friends of the Spirit with Michael SanbornSeeking the Imago Templi with Michael Sanborn Support Arnemancy on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancy Mentioned in this episode: Visit Sword + Scythe Sword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.com Sword + Scythe

    56 min
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Explore esotericism, magic, and the occult with Reverend Erik. All of your favorite occultists, astrologers, magicians, and historians of esotericism sit down for casual and informative chats about the bizarre, unusual, and meaningful.

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  • Creator
    Erik L. Arneson
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    123
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2019 Erik L. Arneson
  • Show Website
    Arnemancy

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