A.E. Thierens’ General Book of the Tarot is a rare fusion of astrology and Tarot—a system where the Major Arcana align with zodiac signs, planets, and occult metaphysics. This episode explores Tarot not merely as a tool for divination, but as a cosmological key, mapping consciousness across astrological archetypes and spiritual evolution. The Fool is Earth, The Magician is Aries, The Moon reflects Pisces, and so on—each card, a gateway to the stars.

Thierens moves beyond cartomancy and fortune-telling to reveal Tarot’s function as a symbolic language of universal laws. He bridges occult teachings with astrological forces, demonstrating how Tarot can reflect the movement of life itself—from inner psyche to planetary cycles. Whether exploring The High Priestess as Taurus or The Tower as Uranus, Thierens elevates Tarot into a sacred science.

In this gripping episode, we journey into the arcane heart of The Key of Solomon the King, one of the most mysterious and influential grimoires in Western magical tradition. Credited to the biblical King Solomon himself, this book—translated and compiled by S.L. MacGregor Mathers in the 19th century—offers a window into ceremonial magic as practiced by adepts who believed in commanding spirits through divine invocation, planetary timing, and sacred geometry.

The Key is divided into two books: the first detailing conjurations, invocations, and the construction of talismans and pentacles; the second offering instructions on ritual purity, magical tools, and the spiritual preparation of the practitioner. But at its core, this text is more than a manual of rituals—it’s a moral and mystical system rooted in a deep reverence for divine wisdom. Solomon’s magical authority stems from humility before the divine, and the magician is repeatedly warned: without moral integrity and spiritual preparation, the rituals are not only ineffective—they are dangerous.

From instructions on how to summon angelic intelligences to the precise crafting of pentacles for protection, healing, or hidden knowledge, The Key of Solomon reads like both a mystical scripture and a cosmic recipe book. This episode peels back the layers of myth and history surrounding this powerful text, exploring how it influenced later grimoires, Renaissance magicians, and even modern ceremonial magic.

Tune in as we decode one of the foundational texts of the Western esoteric tradition—a work that continues to captivate and challenge occult scholars to this day.

In this haunting episode, we walk the hidden paths of Etruscan Roman Remains in Popular Tradition by Charles Godfrey Leland, a landmark work that captures the fading echoes of ancient paganism preserved in Italian folklore. Leland reveals that deep in the mountains of Romagna, a forgotten world of magic, animism, and goddess worship endures—quietly defying both time and the Church.

This is not just folklore—it’s a living paganism. The book documents invocations to deities like Tinia, Faflon, Feronia, and Mania della Notte, remnants of the Etruscan and Roman pantheons still revered by rural witches and healers. Leland explores how incantations, amulets, and elemental spirits persist among the peasantry, handed down in secrecy from generation to generation. These folk rituals aren’t just stories—they’re tools for healing, protection, love, fertility, and revenge.

In the hands of village priestesses and backwoods witches, we find the survival of ancient rites, merged with but never consumed by Catholicism. The “old religion” is alive in spells to charm silkworms, blessings against nightmares, and ceremonies held in ruined towers and moonlit woods. These women—and the few initiated men—guard their secrets fiercely, not as superstition, but as sacred tradition.

Join us as we uncover how Italy’s pagan gods never died—they went underground, hidden in chants, herbs, talismans, and dreams. This is a journey into a world where folklore is magic, and every spirit, stone, and shadow still remembers the old names.

This episode is a deep dive into the mystical laws of the universe, as taught in The Kybalion, a modern classic penned by the mysterious “Three Initiates.” Drawing from the secret teachings of Hermes Trismegistus, The Kybalion lays out seven Hermetic Principles—mentalism, correspondence, vibration, polarity, rhythm, cause and effect, and gender—that serve as keys to understanding the nature of reality, consciousness, and spiritual evolution.

More than mere philosophy, these laws are practical metaphysical tools. The universe, we are told, is mental—“The All is Mind”—and everything we experience is a projection of consciousness. The Hermetic student becomes a mental alchemist, learning to transmute fear into power, confusion into clarity, and pain into wisdom by mastering internal polarity, rhythm, and mental focus.

The text doesn’t preach dogma—it teaches alignment. Through these principles, one learns not only to interpret the visible and invisible worlds, but to participate in their unfolding. Like a spiritual Rosetta Stone, The Kybalion unites science, mysticism, and personal development in a framework that is simultaneously ancient and futuristic.

Join us as we walk the Hermetic Path, decode the mental mechanics of the universe, and uncover the quiet power of those who know how to work with—not against—the laws that govern all planes of existence.

In this electrifying episode, we explore Arcane Formulas: Or Mental Alchemy by William Walker Atkinson—an occult manual on the inner science of consciousness and self-transformation. Atkinson, writing under various pseudonyms, was one of the founding voices of the New Thought and modern Hermetic movements. This book offers a bold and systematic approach to mental mastery, self-realization, and the path to “Egohood.”

Through ten powerful lessons, Atkinson leads the reader from basic metaphysical concepts into the deepest recesses of mental transformation. He teaches that most people live unaware of their true “I AM”—the spiritual ego at the core of being—and that only through focused effort, will-power, and inner awareness can one awaken the Self. This is alchemy, not of lead into gold, but of fear into strength, and passivity into mastery.

This episode walks you through Atkinson’s principles of will-focalization, polarity, rhythm, and balance, while emphasizing his signature teaching: that true power lies not in rituals or formulas, but in the trained and clarified mind. Arcane Formulas is a mental grimoire—a guide to spiritual sovereignty in a world of illusion and distraction.

Join us as we step into the mental forge, confront the illusions of personality, and emerge into the firelight of the Eternal Self. The philosopher’s stone, it turns out, is forged in thought.

In this compelling episode, we open the crucible on Archibald Cockren’s Alchemy Rediscovered and Restored, a 20th-century resurrection of one of the oldest spiritual sciences in the world. Written with clarity, reverence, and practical insight, Cockren’s book reintroduces alchemy not as superstition or pseudoscience, but as a living tradition with the power to heal the body, refine the soul, and awaken humanity to its hidden divinity.

Cockren’s journey is part memoir, part historical chronicle, and part spiritual manual. He takes us through the labyrinth of the alchemical past—from the mythic Hermes Trismegistus to Chinese sages, from Geber and Paracelsus to Nicholas Flamel and Basil Valentine—mapping out a global lineage of seekers who pursued not just gold, but perfection. He reminds us that these adepts sought harmony with nature, communion with spirit, and mastery of inner forces—not fame, wealth, or illusion. They were healers, mystics, and philosophers cloaked in symbols and protected by secrecy.

The core of this work is the practical rediscovery of the Elixir of Life. Cockren recounts his experiments with living minerals, fermentation, distillation, and purification. He claims to have created potent elixirs that restored vitality, healed disease, and brought him into contact with the alchemical fire—the spiritual force that resides in all things. And unlike many theorists, Cockren offers results: documented successes, chemical insights, and the bold claim that the Great Work is not myth—it is method, discipline, and faith in action.

This episode is not just about the history of alchemy—it’s about its future. We explore how Cockren’s discoveries bridge science and mysticism, and how the same quintessence that transmuted metals in the laboratory may be used to transmute the human condition. Alchemy, as Cockren shows, is a spiritual science waiting to be rediscovered by a new generation—those brave enough to seek the light in darkness, and the soul in matter.

Join us as we follow the flame through history and into our own time, with a voice that reminds us: the Stone still lives, and the Work continues.

In this extraordinary episode, we explore The Virgin of the World of Hermes Trismegistus, a cornerstone of Hermetic mysticism translated and interpreted by Anna Kingsford and Edward Maitland. This work serves not only as a spiritual scripture of ancient Egypt but as a bridge between the dying wisdom of the pagan world and the dawning mysticism of early Christianity. The teachings within claim descent from the divine mind of Hermes Trismegistus, a sage so revered that Greek, Egyptian, and early Christian philosophers alike attributed their highest doctrines to his pen.

At the heart of this book is the idea that true wisdom is divine—received, not invented—and that the visible world is but a shadow of a higher, radiant reality. Hermes reveals creation not as a mechanical act but as a spiritual expression of divine intelligence: a cosmos alive with meaning, in which humanity is called to recognize its place as both microcosm and god-in-training. Through teachings to his disciples like Asclepius, Tat, and Ammon, Hermes conveys a philosophy rooted in unity, consciousness, and the return of the soul to its divine source through purification, wisdom, and gnosis.

Kingsford and Maitland use these fragments and treatises to illuminate the revival of occult science in their own age, showing how the Hermetic Gnosis forms the foundation for both Eastern mysticism and Western esoteric tradition. From reincarnation and karma to divine law and cosmic evolution, the Hermetic teachings offer a coherent spiritual system rooted in intuitive perception and inner transformation. This is no dead philosophy—it is a living fire, one which must be reignited in every age when the world is lost in materialism.

Join us as we travel through myth, symbol, and revelation, unlocking the ancient gates of Egyptian wisdom and discovering how Hermes speaks still—to the hearts of seekers, philosophers, and mystics in every age.

In this episode, we uncover the veiled wisdom of The Quintessence of the Philosophers by Theodorus Mundanus—an intimate and revealing correspondence on the hidden truths of alchemy. This is no ordinary alchemical text; it is a philosophical confession, a personal narrative wrapped in spiritual duty. Mundanus, a seasoned adept, shares his guarded insights with a trusted friend, offering rare access to the deeper mechanics of the alchemical path—one that transforms not only metals but the soul itself.

The text reveals the philosopher’s stone not just as a physical goal but as a reflection of divine harmony. Here, transmutation is not merely the changing of base metal into gold, but the elevation of human consciousness into divine intelligence. Mundanus explains how true alchemists were often men of piety, humility, and silence—more concerned with spiritual clarity and healing than with material wealth. Their silence was not secrecy for its own sake, but a sacred shield against the corruption of power, pride, and danger.

The description of the elixir, its stages of transformation—from blackness to whiteness to redness—mirrors the soul’s own path: dissolution, purification, and illumination. We also encounter the veiled language of the philosophers, their use of symbolism and allegory to hide truths in plain sight. Black crows, white swans, peacocks’ tails, and red lions—all of these serve as metaphors for the stages of awakening and refinement.

Mundanus passionately warns of the perils faced by those who possess the stone, recounting imprisonments, betrayals, and even death. Yet, he also praises the quiet works of adepts—building temples, healing the sick, and supporting societies in secret. This is a world where mastery brings both liberation and isolation, where truth is preserved through paradox, and where the fire of transformation must be guarded with the utmost reverence.

Join us as we navigate the labyrinth of chymical allegory, decipher the signs, and trace the divine thread running through this sacred art. This is alchemy as lived philosophy, where the fifth element—quintessence—is not merely substance, but the soul purified by divine fire.

In this profound episode, we delve into Masters and the Path of Occultism by Gottfried de Purucker—a soul-stirring revelation of the spiritual hierarchy guiding humanity. This text does not speak of mythic avatars or fictional heroes. It speaks of real beings: the Mahatmas, the Great Sages, the Elder Brothers—those who have walked ahead of us and returned, not to rule, but to guide. They are the silent Watchers of humanity, operating from behind the veil of matter and time.

De Purucker’s vision of the Masters is not rooted in blind mysticism but in lived philosophy. He presents them as fully evolved men, radiant with the divine flame that exists in all of us. They are not gods who fell from heaven, but humans who rose to it—by sheer will, inner illumination, and unshakable compassion. The book teaches that the path to becoming like them is open to all who are willing to strive, to study, and above all, to awaken the inner divinity.

We explore the secret doctrine of the ages, the truth behind the esoteric schools, the role of initiation, and the sacred lineage of teachers known as the Hermetic Chain. This chain is not just a line of succession—it is a living force, transmitting light and wisdom through time. The Masters’ teachings, recorded across cultures and religions, all point to one truth: man is a god in evolution.

This episode touches on universal brotherhood, karma, reincarnation, the music of the spheres, and the soul’s journey through multiple planes of being. It emphasizes self-transformation as the only true initiation, and consciousness as the only temple worth building. These teachings are neither speculative nor dogmatic—they are a call to action, a challenge to awaken the higher self and align with the cosmic order.

Join us as we walk the path laid out by the Masters—where evolution is self-directed, light is born from effort, and divinity is not a reward, but a realization.

In this episode, we peer into the mysterious world of crystal gazing with Sepharial’s How to Read the Crystal, a forgotten classic from the early 20th century that unites metaphysics, science, and spirituality in a single luminous orb. Written by one of the most prolific astrologers and occultists of his time, this book offers more than just practical instructions for using crystal balls—it is a philosophical meditation on the relationship between matter, vibration, and perception. Sepharial opens with a “scientific imagination,” aligning the mystic arts with modern understandings of atomic theory and vibration. He suggests that all matter is ultimately spiritual and that crystals, with their unique atomic harmony, can act as mirrors for the soul.

As we explore the chapters of this book, from “Preliminaries” to “The Vision” and “Difficulties,” we learn how crystals are not magic in themselves but instruments of perception—like telescopes of the inner world. They magnify images projected by the unconscious and reflect back fragments of symbolic insight. Sepharial draws upon scientific pioneers like Reichenbach and Charcot to show how physical substances impact the nervous system and how the crystal, in particular, resonates with the magnetic fields of human sensitivity.

But this isn’t just a manual for clairvoyants. It’s a spiritual call to awaken the intuitive faculty that lies dormant in us all. The book reminds us that the power to “see beyond” belongs not only to the gifted few, but to all those willing to purify their lives, refine their perception, and cultivate the discipline required to pierce the veil. Whether using a polished sphere, a bowl of water, or a black mirror, the aim remains the same: to transcend ordinary sight and access the truths woven into the very fabric of the invisible.

Join us as we decode this lost handbook of psychic vision, where the seen and unseen merge, and the self becomes both seer and seen.