In Episode 3 of the Bytes of Magic Podcast, titled "The Internet is an Astral Plane," hosts MacBayne and Hexabyte take listeners on a thought-provoking journey exploring the mystical intersections of technology and the arcane. The episode begins by drawing parallels between the Internet and the Astral Plane, highlighting how both serve as expansive, non-physical realms for global consciousness and information exchange.
The duo then delve into the comparison of ancient grimoires and TCP/IP protocols, positing that both are crucial for storing and facilitating the exchange of valuable knowledge. They discuss VPNs as the digital equivalent of magical protection circles used for shielding oneself from harm, before touching on the ethical implications of webcam hacking as a modern form of remote viewing.