On this episode of Thelema Now!, host Harper Feist welcomes musician Ailise Blake for a deep and evocative conversation about creativity, ritual, and the transformative power of sound. Ailise's work merges haunting melodies with esoteric inspiration, crafting sonic landscapes that explore magic, identity, and the sacred in everyday life.

Together, they discuss how artistic practice can serve as a path of initiation, the role of intuition in composition, and what it means to bring Thelemic ideas into modern music. Tune in for an inspiring blend of art, philosophy, and the occult — where every note becomes an invocation. Listen to Ailise's music on her website which includes a video.

On this episode of Thelema Now!, host Harper Feist welcomes musician Ailise Blake for a deep and evocative conversation about creativity, ritual, and the transformative power of sound. Ailise's work merges haunting melodies with esoteric inspiration, crafting sonic landscapes that explore magic, identity, and the sacred in everyday life.

Together, they discuss how artistic practice can serve as a path of initiation, the role of intuition in composition, and what it means to bring Thelemic ideas into modern music. Tune in for an inspiring blend of art, philosophy, and the occult — where every note becomes an invocation. Listen to Ailise's music on her website which includes a video. 

In this special episode of Thelema Now!, host Harper Feist engages with artist Gast Bouschet, whose haunting, alchemical works blur the boundaries between ritual, landscape, and transformation. Because speaking is physically painful for Bouschet, this episode takes a unique form: a reading of a text conversation that unfolded between Harper and Gast on Instagram. Bouschet's words—brought to life by Frater Acher—reveal deep reflections on art as a living current, the role of resistance and decay in creative process, and the interplay between spirit and matter. Through this intimate exchange, listeners are invited into Bouschet's shadowed yet luminous world, where the borders between the seen and unseen dissolve. To see Gast's work, visit his website or Instragram page.

In this special episode of Thelema Now!, host Harper Feist engages with artist Gast Bouschet, whose haunting, alchemical works blur the boundaries between ritual, landscape, and transformation. Because speaking is physically painful for Bouschet, this episode takes a unique form: a reading of a text conversation that unfolded between Harper and Gast on Instagram. Bouschet's words—brought to life by Frater Acher—reveal deep reflections on art as a living current, the role of resistance and decay in creative process, and the interplay between spirit and matter. Through this intimate exchange, listeners are invited into Bouschet's shadowed yet luminous world, where the borders between the seen and unseen dissolve. To see Gast's work, visit his website or Instragram page.

In this illuminating episode of Thelema Now, host Harper Feist welcomes renowned esoteric scholar and author Christopher McIntosh to discuss his latest book, The Call of the Old Gods: My Occult Journey on the Pagan Path. Drawing on decades of scholarship in Western esotericism, McIntosh explores how ancient deities continue to speak to the modern world, offering insight, connection, and a sense of sacred purpose in our disenchanted age.

The conversation weaves through themes of mythology, personal gnosis, the revival of Pagan traditions, and the enduring presence of the gods in contemporary spiritual practice. Harper and Christopher also touch on his previous work, his experiences in the esoteric world, and how The Call of the Gods reflects a lifetime of mystical inquiry and devotion.

Whether you're a practicing Magickian, a lover of myth, or simply curious about the divine voices echoing through time, this episode is sure to awaken your inner seeker. Find out more about Christopher McIntosh at his website https://ozgard.net

In this illuminating episode of Thelema Now, host Harper Feist welcomes renowned esoteric scholar and author Christopher McIntosh to discuss his latest book, The Call of the Old Gods: My Occult Journey on the Pagan Path. Drawing on decades of scholarship in Western esotericism, McIntosh explores how ancient deities continue to speak to the modern world, offering insight, connection, and a sense of sacred purpose in our disenchanted age.

The conversation weaves through themes of mythology, personal gnosis, the revival of Pagan traditions, and the enduring presence of the gods in contemporary spiritual practice. Harper and Christopher also touch on his previous work, his experiences in the esoteric world, and how The Call of the Gods reflects a lifetime of mystical inquiry and devotion.

Whether you're a practicing Magickian, a lover of myth, or simply curious about the divine voices echoing through time, this episode is sure to awaken your inner seeker. Find out more about Christopher McIntosh at his website https://ozgard.net

Thelema Now Episode: Richard Kaczynski – Friendship in Doubt, Crowley, and the Magic of Connection

In this wide-ranging and engaging conversation, host Harper Feist welcomes back renowned Thelemic scholar Richard Kaczynski to discuss his latest book, Friendship in Doubt. Together, they explore the complex web of relationships surrounding Aleister Crowley, the role of loyalty and betrayal in spiritual movements, and how personal dynamics can influence magical work.

The discussion doesn't stop there—Harper and Richard dive into Crowley's early work The Sword of Song, unpacking its philosophical underpinnings and literary flair. They also touch on the practice of Magick itself, including its evolution and application in both historical and contemporary contexts.

Whether you're a seasoned student of Thelema or just curious about the people behind the philosophy, this episode is full of insight, scholarship, and a few surprises. Tune in and get inspired!

Thelema Now Episode: Richard Kaczynski – Friendship in Doubt, Crowley, and the Magic of Connection

In this wide-ranging and engaging conversation, host Harper Feist welcomes back renowned Thelemic scholar Richard Kaczynski to discuss his latest book, Friendship in Doubt. Together, they explore the complex web of relationships surrounding Aleister Crowley, the role of loyalty and betrayal in spiritual movements, and how personal dynamics can influence magical work.

The discussion doesn't stop there—Harper and Richard dive into Crowley's early work The Sword of Song, unpacking its philosophical underpinnings and literary flair. They also touch on the practice of Magick itself, including its evolution and application in both historical and contemporary contexts.

Whether you're a seasoned student of Thelema or just curious about the people behind the philosophy, this episode is full of insight, scholarship, and a few surprises. Tune in and get inspired!