Gin And Tantra

In this episode we dive into the Why of existence and ask the question, Are we trapped?  We debate and clarify our thoughts and positions in relation to this idea of being Spirits in Material.

This is the second part of our discussion on Spirits with friend of the show, Mary Kay Ryan.  Mary Kay shares a couple stories from her life that are seemingly beyond belief... if they weren't true.

In this episode we once again have on  friend of the show, Mary Kay Ryan... anthropologist, Chinese Medical doctor, Shamanic practitioner and teacher, mother and friend to many.  She and Eric ask Why  are people in general and spiritually inclined people specifically, so  reticent or downright unwilling to talk about spirits and ghosts?  How  did Spirits get taken out of spirituality?

2. How do we and/or different cultures feel about what happens after  death and how does that affect our thoughts/feelings about ghosts and  the dead?

3. What do we think Spirits are?

4. Why is Halloween associated with Ghosts and Spirits?

This was recorded just before Halloween so allow yourself to be transported to that time of the year when the Spirits are beginning to flow as the leaves turn and we bring our attention and energy inwards after the exuberance of the summer.

This is the second part of a two part episode with Miguel Conner, host of Aeon Byte; Gnostic Radio, a popular show that  takes audiences from ancient mysteries to a modern meaning. He has written articles  and fiction that have appeared in such publications as The Gnostic Journal, The Heretic, Mindscape, Reality Sandwich, and many others including being an Author of the Month for Graham Hancock’s website.

His books include the critically acclaimed Voices of Gnosticism  and Other Voices of Gnosticism (Bardic Press) and the post-apocalyptic vampire epic series, The Dark Instinct Trilogy (Warner Books/AB Press), as well as fantasy novel, The Executioner’s Daughter (Solstice Publishing).  A podcast on Gnosticism and so much more.

Miguel's life quest is to inspire others so they may find their authentic selves and artistic potential.

In this episode we discuss the beginnings of his creative work and discuss the Gnostic History of the Universe.  We discuss how we are own own system of suppression and how imagination is our divine spark.  We also discuss Miguel's new book '10 Snackable Meditations to Get You Through Any Shitty Day'.

Aeon Byte Podcast - https://thegodabovegod.com/

10 Snackable Meditations - https://thegodabovegod.com/10-snackable-meditations-2/

This is the first part of a two part episode with Miguel Conner, host of Aeon Byte; Gnostic Radio, a popular show that  takes audiences from ancient mysteries to a modern meaning. He has written articles  and fiction that have appeared in such publications as The Gnostic Journal, The Heretic, Mindscape, Reality Sandwich, and many others including being an Author of the Month for Graham Hancock’s website.

His books include the critically acclaimed Voices of Gnosticism  and Other Voices of Gnosticism (Bardic Press) and the post-apocalyptic vampire epic series, The Dark Instinct Trilogy (Warner Books/AB Press), as well as fantasy novel, The Executioner’s Daughter (Solstice Publishing).  A podcast on Gnosticism and so much more.

Miguel's life quest is to inspire others so they may find their authentic selves and artistic potential.

In this episode we discuss Miguel's dichotomous roots growing up in Mexico, attempting to escape reality, spiritual hitch hiking, the cynacism of the 90's, the metaphorical mind, Gnosticism and a spiritual constitution. 

Aeon Byte Podcast - https://thegodabovegod.com/

In this episode we the continue the breakdown of Zen and how to practice an authentic Zen meditation.  We discuss the how to's on the body, breath and mind as well as overcoming mental obstacles.

In this episode we begin our dive into the nuts and bolts of Zen meditation.  We also approach the unique aspects of meditation overall in today's culture we we attempt to find the woven thread of authenticity and personal experience.  We also discuss some of the physical components of meditation, Yoga and Samadhi.

We continue our conversation on the various methods to which different people may be drawn to different techniques of meditation.  We begin by discussing the Kaballah, Let-ers, spell casting and the power of language, identification, a meditation on the body and mindfulness.

Our meditation adventure continues as we peel back the layers on the term meditation and discuss more in depth how one can find a more applicable and enjoyable means to meditation.  We also discuss a desire for openess, uncovering oneself, connecting with the Tao and we ask the question... What is the difference between suspending disbelief and having faith?

This is the second part of our series on meditation,  we hope to have a sort of meditation encyclopedia but would be remiss if we did not highlight some reasons as to which one would even travel down the windy cobblestone pathway to infinity that is meditation.  We discuss using meditation as a means of connection to the deeper aspects of oneself and an external source.  We break down the analogy of what is referred to as the 'monkey mind' and look at some wrestling moves for your ego.  We also cover some visualizations and the inclusion of movement into one's practice.