Medium Rare

In this soul-stirring episode, we explore one of humanity’s oldest and most profound questions: What really happens after we die? Join us on Medium Rare as they share heartfelt insights, intuitive experiences, and spiritual understandings from a medium’s perspective.

Whether you’re grieving, spiritually curious, or on your own mediumship journey, this episode offers a comforting, grounded, and deeply personal look at the afterlife through the lens of someone who connects with Spirit.

We'll touch on:

• What the soul experiences after death
• Common signs and communications from Spirit
• The difference between ghosts, spirits, and guides
• Why not all souls come through
• Ethical and emotional aspects of connecting with the dead

In this episode of Medium Rare, we crack open the treasured manual that has guided countless mediums and seekers for over a century: How to Hold Circles for Developing Mediumship at Home by Rev. Franklin A. Thomas.

More than just a how-to book, this guide is a spiritual roadmap written with reverence, discipline, and deep understanding of the unseen world. Thomas offers clear and practical instructions for building power, creating harmony, and safely unfolding mediumship from the comfort of your own home.

🔍 In this episode:

• Discover the purpose and structure of a traditional home circle
• Learn why spiritual intention, consistency, and group harmony are essential
• Explore how mediumistic gifts can develop naturally over time with patience and trust
• Reflect on the continued relevance of these teachings in the digital age

Whether you're a beginner longing for a stronger connection or a circle leader seeking clarity, this episode honours the wisdom of old-school mediumship development and reminds us that the most powerful tools are still the simplest.

📚 Medium Rare brings the past to life one timeless teaching at a time.

In this episode of Medium Rare, we take a deep dive into the timeless teachings of Reverend Franklin A. Thomas, focusing on his influential guide How to Hold Circles for Developing Mediumship at Home.

Join us as we unpack the practical, heartfelt, and spiritually rich advice Thomas offers for anyone seeking to awaken their mediumistic abilities in the comfort of their own home. From setting the energetic tone of a circle to cultivating harmony among sitters, we explore the key principles Thomas believed were essential for meaningful spirit communication.

🔮 Whether you're a beginner or an advanced student of mediumship, this episode offers a grounded yet inspiring look at the foundational practices that continue to shape spiritual development circles today.

✨ Discover:

• The role of harmony, intention, and consistency in circle work
• Why home development circles remain vital in the modern age
• How Reverend Thomas viewed spirit guides and their involvement in development
• Our reflections and insights from working with these teachings

Sit in the power with us as we honor one of the spiritualist movement’s most practical voices and explore how his methods remain relevant for mediums today.

Join us for our deepest exploration yet into the forgotten world of early 20th century spiritualism through E.W. Sprague's groundbreaking guide to spirit communication. This episode takes you inside the mind of one of America's most influential mediumship teachers, whose work shaped how thousands approached the spirit world.

We'll unpack Sprague's systematic approach to developing psychic abilities - from his controversial breathing techniques to his detailed instructions for spirit circle formation. Discover how he challenged the religious establishment of his time while building a bridge between scientific inquiry and supernatural phenomena.

Our deep dive reveals the cultural tensions of the 1900s, when grieving families sought connection with lost loved ones and spiritualism offered hope in an age of rapid social change. We examine Sprague's bold claims about the nature of consciousness, his critiques of traditional Christianity, and his vision of a world where communication with the dead was as natural as telephone calls.

Through primary source readings and historical context, we explore how Sprague's methods influenced generations of mediums and why his work remains relevant to modern paranormal investigators. This isn't just about séances and spirit guides - it's about a pivotal moment when humanity grappled with the boundaries between life and death.

Warning: Contains discussions of death, grief, and supernatural phenomena that some listeners may find unsettling.

Ever wondered how some people seem to 'just know' things, 'see' glimpses of the future, or 'feel' what others are experiencing?.. This audio overview delves into the fascinating world of psychic abilities, often referred to as "clairs" (from the French word for "clear"), and their deep connection to our inherent intuition....

While intuition is often described as a subtle "soul's GPS" or an inner knowing, psychic abilities are presented as the more conscious and developed utilisation of this capacity, existing on a spectrum.... The sources suggest that everyone is born with these "subtle senses," much like our five traditional senses, and that psychic development is primarily about cultivating awareness of them

In this eye-opening and heartfelt episode, we pull back the curtain on the world of mediumship and psychic development, exploring the beauty, the responsibility, and the darker corners that too often go unspoken.

You'll hear honest reflections on what it really means to walk the path of a medium, including the emotional, spiritual, and ethical responsibilities that come with working in the unseen world. We’ll talk about the importance of evidence-based practice, ongoing development, and staying grounded as you grow your intuitive gifts.

But we’re also going to get real about the scams the spiritual predators, manipulative “healers,” and sensational performances that exploit grief and vulnerability for profit. You'll learn how to spot red flags, protect your energy, and discern between authentic practitioners and spiritual charlatans.

Whether you're just starting out or you’ve been walking this path for years, this episode will leave you with powerful insights, practical advice, and a deeper respect for the sacred work that real mediums do.

This podcast episode delves into the profound and continuous evolution of mediumship and Spiritualism, from its ancient origins to its establishment as an organised modern religious movement... It explores how the human desire to communicate with the deceased has manifested across diverse cultures and historical periods, navigating through claims of genuine phenomena, widespread fraud, and significant legal battles.