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Send us a text In this episode, Ron talks about growing up with feelings of not being accepted, or measuring up, and then refusing to tolerate those same feelings within the confines of religion. Nate shares that he believes true peace is found when you're able to just be who you are, and that begins with accepting yourself.  As Ron says, "I'm a little bit enlightenment, and a little bit 'go f*ck...

Send us a text Ron talks about being raised Methodist as a kid, and also going to Catholic mass with his grandmother. He became spiritually curious as he grew older, and found out one of his buddy's father was a born-again Christian. They invited him to their church where he attended for a while. From there, he attended a trinitarian 'holiness' full gospel church until he was in his early 20s and...

Send us a text Nate and Mason wrap up the last of this series by finishing the last of the 9 satanic statements written in the 1960s by Anton LeVey, while weaving in politics and (ex)evangelicalism. Support the show *show notes may contain affiliate links Website: https://rettals.pub Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rettalspub/ Survey: https://rettals.pub/survey YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/...

Send us a text Mason finishes reading the list of sins found on the church of satan's website. Nate shares more about attending the local pagan market. And then they move on to the 9 satanic statements written in the 1960s by Anton LeVey. Resources mentioned: Prince - Super Bowl Halftime Show Polk County Pagan Market What we drank on the show: Bulleit Frontier Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Sup...

Send us a text Nate shares how he recently visited a local pagan market with various vendor booths set up - and for clarification, pagan doesn't mean blood sacrifices, but a rather broad spectrum of non-christians.  There were many craftsmen present - wood workers, jewelry makers, bakers, food trucks and various other booths.  There was also a booth with members from the Houston church of satan (f...

Send us a text Happy 1st Birthday to Rettals' Pub! Join us as we talk about the past year plus plans for the next. We also manage to weave a bit of spirituality in and around laughs. Mason shares about a recent road trip he and his wife just took to New Mexico. And just like in life, while the mountains were beautiful, sometimes the valleys were more desirable. Want to recreate our birthday cockta...

Send us a text We wrap up part 4 of listener questions by discussing that attachment brings suffering & pain, so your ego must 'die daily', as Paul said. If you've followed our podcast for a while, you'll find this is not a new topic, as many things circle back to this concept. Resources mentioned: The Zen Experience by Thomas Hoover Buckland's Complete Book of Witchcraft by Raymond Buckland P...

Send us a text We dive into part 3 of listener questions: "Do souls actually choose a plan to incarnate and live a life of pure evil? To torture and rape and murder the innocent, to wreak unspeakable horrors and take delight in these things? Is this a sick, twisted version of "ordered steps"? Or could it be the human spirit was rotten and overrode the soul's plan? Or maybe evil humans operate with...

Send us a text We dive into part 2 of listener questions: "The Bible makes the distinction several times between the soul and the spirit . Is the spirit our " human spirit ", the fleshly part of us that has inherited DNA which defines our very characteristics? Can this human spirit make choices not in alignment with the soul's plan? ( In church speak this would have been considered "out of the wil...

Send us a text We received the below questions/comments from a listener: I've always been very much an individual who believes in free will. That there are good and bad consequences to every decision I make. That I'm ultimately in charge of where my path leads. You speak of "ordered steps", which is also referenced in scripture. This sounds like predestination, which eliminates personal choice.  I...

Send us a text We discuss how its harder, but more rewarding, to work out your own spirituality (without it becoming legalism); how it's easy to follow someone else's laundry list of do's/don'ts & be spoon-fed their version of 'god' but it shortchanges our souls; that being surrounded by nature is its own kind of 'church'; and that sometimes you just need to be able to let a good 'curse word'...

Send us a text Amanda talks about dreams of past lives; her spiritual (supernatural) abilities, even as a small child, that were hidden rather than celebrated; her first invitation to attend a small group reading by a Medium, and how a beyond-the-grave apology brought her and her husband joy and peace rather than fear. Support the show *show notes may contain affiliate links Website: https://retta...

Send us a text We finally get to talk with Amanda!   She talks about her exit from the UPC and all the cool stuff that were the catalysts of that as well as the peace found outside the UPC. Let us know how we're doing or if you'd like to get a message to Amanda do so at https://rettals.pub/contact-us.   You can also use that form to suggest topics, ask questions, or suggest spirits for us to sampl...

Send us a text Nate, a capitalist, blames the state of the nation on the Boomer generation because of their unfettered consumption and by putting their own needs and desires ahead of all others. Do you agree?  Disagree?  Let him know at https://rettals.pub/contact-us.   You can also use that form to suggest topics, ask questions, or suggest spirits for us to sample. Support the show *show notes ma...

Send us a text  Mason and Nate talk about how their view of God has changed since their awakening as well as not serving tyrants. That said, how has your view of God changed? Let us know! Also, if you have any questions, concerns, topic suggestions, alcohol suggestions go to https://rettals.pub/contact-us/ and fill out the form! Étienne de la Boétie - The Politics of Obedience Support the show *sh...

Send us a text We talk high-control, fear-based methods employed by religious leaders, as well as the peddling of "miracles, magic, and prosperity" for money. And we sprinkle in politics, current world events, health and diet. Support the show *show notes may contain affiliate links Website: https://rettals.pub Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rettalspub/ Survey: https://rettals.pub/survey YouTu...

Send us a text We kick off the new year with multiple topics. 1. If you strive to attain your highest purpose, the universe will align to that purpose. Choose the highest and best. 2. Is Christianity the cosplay of paganism? 3. Did aliens or some other higher intelligent life form create humanity on earth for the purpose of enslavement? Resources mentioned on the show: Jordan Peterson: Chase the B...

Send us a text Nate and Mason discuss extreme similarities between Pentecostalism and voodoo: Speaking in tongues Excessive shouting Being possessed by their deity Extreme physical response to said 'possession', i.e. writhing on the ground, uttering a different language, etc Beating of drums (rhythmic beating elevates vibrations of the masses) Resources mentioned on the show: Vinson Synan Pagan Pe...

Send us a text Listener question:  "Reincarnation has been a common belief across cultures and religions for thousands of years. Why do modern Christians fight so hard against this concept?" Nate answers this question with a single word: CONTROL Nate and Mason discuss how their recently found belief in reincarnation affects their spirituality. What we drank on the show: Texas Love Bourbon from The...

Send us a text We would like to thank each of you for listening!  We hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy and Safe New Year!  We look forward to another year of community with you. Support the show *show notes may contain affiliate links Website: https://rettals.pub Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rettalspub/ Survey: https://rettals.pub/survey YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Re...

Send us a text Nate and Mason discuss the idea of Samadhi. What is Samadhi? It's not something that is easily described because there are no real translations.  The body wants comfort, and the mind wants knowledge. Samadhi is not running from pain, but also not running after pleasure. Be still. One way it has been explained is the waking up from the illusion of self, separating the character from...

Send us a text We discuss attachment and what that may mean (or not). And that maybe we just need to ' be ' rather than ' do ', to let our present life unfold versus being attached to a specific outcome. Support the show *show notes may contain affiliate links Website: https://rettals.pub Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rettalspub/ Survey: https://rettals.pub/survey YouTube: https://www.youtube...

Send us a text Yep, we talk attachments again, and what it means to say 'I AM'. Resources mentioned: Matt Kahn What we drank on the show: Vanilla Honeycomb Bourbon from Refuge Steakhouse in The Woodlands Support the show *show notes may contain affiliate links Website: https://rettals.pub Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rettalspub/ Survey: https://rettals.pub/survey YouTube: https://www.youtube...

Send us a text We discuss the 7 chakras (or spiritual centers w/in the body), specifically the Root Chakra, which when imbalanced, can manifest as back pain, fatigue, digestive issues, anxiety & fearfulness. Resources mentioned: Nicky Sutton Kundalini Meditation Complete Guide to the 7 Chakras & their Effects What we drank on the show: True Love's First Kiss Bourbon from The Refuge in The...

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