Exploration Arcanum

Welcome to Exploration Arcanum; my name is Jason. In today's episode, my guest is Arden Leigh. Leigh is an accomplished musician and lead singer of the band Arden and the Wolves; she is also an author, occultist, and Chaos Magician.

Arden’s mystical work is influenced by her mentorship with legendary magician and author Grant Morrison, and her course, The Repatterning Project, fuses psychology and magick to help individuals break free from self-limiting beliefs.

In this interview, Arden also discusses a core principle of Chaos Magick, which teaches that "nothing is true, and everything is permitted."

I want to thank Arden for coming on the show, I'll put links to her work and social media in the description below. If you enjoy this episode please give it a like and subscribe to the channel for more esoteric conversations. Thank you.

Links

https://therepatterningproject.com/Twitter/X: https://x.com/itsmeardenleigh

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmeardenleigh/

https://www.instagram.com/ardenandthewolves/

https://www.instagram.com/therepatterningproject/

Welcome to Exploration Arcanum; my name is Jason. In this episode, we sit down with Melissa St. Hilaire—a witch, psychic, author, and spiritual educator in Los Angeles.

Melissa shares her journey into the world of witchcraft, debunks myths often seen in popular culture, and emphasizes the role of community in spiritual practice. This candid discussion also provides practical guidance for both beginners and experienced practitioners seeking to connect more deeply with their craft in today's society.

I want to thank Melissa for coming on the show.

I'll put links to her work and social media in the description below.

If you enjoy this episode, please give it a like and subscribe to the channel for more esoteric conversations.

Thank you.

Links

Twitter/X: https://x.com/AmericanWitch13

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/americanwitch13/

https://linktr.ee/americanwitch13

https://www.youtube.com/@UCGBvQhqxvEPYAx4yvg2cniw

Dark Goddess Club Revealed Healing Through Storytelling!

Welcome to Exploration Arcanum; my name is Jason.

Today, we’re joined by Jessica Artemisia, founder of the storytelling project, the Dark Goddess Club. Jessica shares how reframing darkness as a source of beauty and strength can challenge societal gender roles.

She discusses the power of archetypes and storytelling for personal growth, rejecting hierarchical spirituality in favor of inclusive community building. I want to thank Jessica for joining me today and sharing her journey.

If you like this video, please give it a like and subscribe to the channel for more esoteric conversations. Thank you.

Links

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darkgoddessclub/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@darkgoddessclub

Medium: https://jessicaartemisia.medium.com/

YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Dark_Goddess_Club

Los Angeles-based artist, occultist, and Thelemite Lisa Derrick shares her lifelong exploration of the occult. Her early exposure to astrology, tarot, and occult literature ignited a passion that shaped her journey. Lisa's role in LA’s art and magick scene is further recognized through her appearance in Richard Metzger's documentary series, "Magick Show." Reflecting on changes in the LA art and occult communities, Lisa discusses the impact of AI on art, her experiences with public rituals, and the importance of intention and action in both magick and creative expression.

Lisa's Links

Twitter/X: https://x.com/lisaderrickfin1

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisaderrick93

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lalisa_23/

DARK PROGRESSIVISM: https://www.lancastermoah.org/single-post/2017/11/10/dark-progressivism-the-built-environment-moah-lancaster

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LquCENMLINE

Thumbnail Photo: Chrishuana DiShelAI

Intro Voice: Eleven LabsAI-Generated Music: Udio

In this conversation, Marco Visconti shares his journey into the world of Thelema and the occult, discussing his experiences as a solitary practitioner and the importance of making esoteric knowledge accessible to individuals. He elaborates on his book, 'The Aleister Crowley Manual,' its design, and the challenges of translating esoteric texts. Marco also touches on the significance of Baphomet and the Egyptian aesthetic in Thelema, the concept of true will, and the cultural impact of Thelema in music and literature. He concludes with insights on the Thoth Tarot and the importance of in-person experiences in magical practice.

Marco Vinconti's Links

https://www.marcovisconti.org/

https://x.com/azrael2393

The Aleister Crowley Manual (Amazon): https://a.co/d/3Ce5AC3

The Book of the Law: https://sacred-texts.com/oto/engccxx.htm

https://hermetic.com/crowley/index

AI Intro Voice: ElevenLabs

AI-Generated Music: Udio

In this conversation, Janice Stern discusses her work as a one-on-one coach and the importance of personal power and sovereignty. She emphasizes the need for individuals to embrace their unique selves and navigate their lives based on their own authentic desires. Jana also talks about her podcast, 'I'm Really Into That Stuff,' where she explores various topics with guests. She mentions her NFT projects, including Crystal Magic Punks and an upcoming Oracle deck.

The conversation highlights the significance of intention and resonance in choosing crystals, decks, and other elements in life. In this conversation, Jana also explores the concept of shadow work and its role in personal growth. Jana shares her experience hosting the Metaverse and Metaphysics podcast and the lessons she has learned from it. Jana also touches on the significance of having deep conversations and connecting with spirituality.

Jana's Links:Twitter/X: https://x.com/JanaSternHealerOfficial Website: https://www.janastern.com/https://solo.to/janasternI'm Really Into That Stuff Podcast: https://www.imreallyintothatstuff.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1mQgC0ejYxl2mrGxp-yXRA

Hello everyone. Welcome back to Exploration Arcanum; My name is Jason.

My Guest today is author, journalist, YouTuber, and teacher Michael M. Hughes. In 2017, Michael caused a viral sensation online when he published a binding ritual that aimed to rein in newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump.

In this episode, Michael will share with us the story of the binding ritual, magic in politics, as well as his book Magic for the Resistance, and much more. If you enjoy this episode, please give it a like and subscribe to the channel for more esoteric conversations.

Links

Twitter: https://x.com/michaelmhughes

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelmhughes/

http://michaelmhughes.com

YouTube:  @MichaelMHughes 

A Spell to Bind Donald Trump and All Those Who Abet Him: Mass Ritual (updated): https://michaelmhughes.medium.com/a-spell-to-bind-donald-trump-and-all-those-who-abet-him-mass-ritual-updated-6056d610247a

Courses: https://www.theartofmagicalliving.com/

Grant Morrison & Douglas Rushkoff: Reclaiming Magick: https://youtu.be/c5McAIWdHtg?si=SQ-PG5uuBGUWA-SY

Joining me again today is Ashley Ryan, aka Pythian Priestess.

Ashley is an occultist, initiated priestess, teacher, tarot reader, and content creator.

In today's episode, Ashley is going to discuss a wide range of topics, including her magical beginnings, the Pythian Mystery School, being a teacher and priestess, as well as Manly P Hall, and why Isis is referred to as the goddess of ten thousand names.

I'll put links to all of Ashley's websites and social media in the description below. If you enjoy this episode, please give it a like and subscribe for more esoteric conversations.

Links

The Pythian Mystery School: https://pythianmysteryschool.com/

https://www.instagram.com/pythianmysteryschool

https://www.instagram.com/pythianpriestess/

https://www.tiktok.com/@pythianpriestess

https://www.youtube.com/@pythianpriestessPythia, aka The Oracle of Delphi: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pythia

The Crooked Path: https://www.thecrookedpathshop.com/

The Philosophical Research Society: https://www.prs.org/

Manly Palmer Hall: https://www.prs.org/manly-p-hall.html

Links related to Isis

https://paganpages.org/emagazine/2016/01/01/she-who-is-all-the-goddess-of-ten-thousand-names-12/

https://mydivinesanctuary.com/2021/08/26/goddess-of-10000-names/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isis

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Secrets_of_Isis

AI and the Techno-Spiritual Evolution of Humanity. In this episode, I chat with Mika Johnson, aka Voice of Theta Noir.

Theta Noir, a visionary collective, explores the spiritual co-evolution of humanity and technology, envisioning a symbiotic relationship between humans, AI, and the natural world. Blending magic, science, and religion, Theta Noir seeks dialogue with institutions like the Catholic Church to navigate the transformative impact of emerging technologies on our collective consciousness.

Johnson discusses how magical practices, art, and music inform the group's creative works and also discusses the group's aim to canonize the controversial French Jesuit Priest, Paleontologist, and Scientist Pierre Teilhard de Chardin. Chardin has been criticized for views that some say endorsed a hierarchy of races, which align with outdated and discredited 19th and early 20th-century scientific perspectives.

Whatever problematic views Chardin may have expressed as a product of his time, defenders say these views did not inform his work or legacy in science and religion.

Links

https://thetanoir.com/

Twitter/X: https://x.com/ThetaN01r

Infinite Library: https://x.com/inf_library

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetan01r/

Pierre Teilhard de Chardin https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pierre_Teilhard_de_Chardin

https://thetanoir.com/Chardin

My guest today is Pleasant Gehman.

A writer, dancer, actor, musician, witch, Tarot reader, and Hollywood, CA icon.

From the age of sixteen, Gehman worked as a journalist and cultural commentator with articles published on rock 'n' roll, teenage homelessness, prostitution, magic, and more.

In the late 1970s and early 1980s, Gehman documented the Los Angeles punk scene she helped create in her fanzine "Lobotomy.”She has appeared in many documentaries, including the Hulu documentary series The Darkside of the 90s, and will be featured in the upcoming occult documentary series Magick Show by Richard Metzger. Pleasant Gehman

Links

https://www.princessfarhana.com

https://pleasantgehman.com/

https://www.facebook.com/TheDivinationNation/

https://www.facebook.com/pleasant.gehman

https://www.facebook.com/princess.farhana

https://x.com/PrincessFarhana

https://x.com/PleasantGehman1

https://www.instagram.com/princessofhollywood

https://learnpowers.com/electrokinesis/