Arcanvm Podcast

In S8E4 I sit down with professional astrologer, astrological magician, and founder of the Astromagia conference, J.D. Kelley to talk about astrology as a living tradition, the utility of magic as a bridge between realms, recent controversies in the astrological community, and much more. Astromagia: https://astromagia.org/ J.D.: https://www.cunningasfolk.com/ SUBSCRIBE to the ARCANVM Newsletter:⁠⁠...

In S8E3 I sit down with returning guest, author, practitioner, and scholar of the Italic Hermetic tradition David Pantano to discuss his latest work: The Magic of Giuliano Kremmerz. The Magic of Giuliano Kremmerz: - Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Magic-Giuliano-Kremmerz-Initiation-Fraternity/dp/1763861376 - From the publisher Manticore Press: https://manticore.press/product/the-magic-of-giuliano-k...

In S8E2 I sit down with survivalist, martial artist, and the creator of the Psi Games, Hakim Isler to discuss his early experiences with psychism and intuition, the Psi Games and the future of psi research, the ethics of self actualizations and much more! The Psi Games (REGISTER with DISCOUNT CODE: PGFRIEND100):https://psigamesinternational.com/Phoenix of the Heart: The Birth of the Psi Games, and...

In Episode 1 of Season 8 I am joined by Dr. Terry Burns, a scholar focused on Renaissance Hermeticism,  the magical systems of John Dee and Edward Kelley and the various connections to the literature and philosophy in succedent traditions of esotericism. We sat down for a discussion on Dee and Kelley, the Monas, the history of esotericism in Renaissance and Enlightenment Europe, Golden Dawn magic...

Closing out Season 7, I sit down with author, practitioner, scholar and founder of the Open Source Order of the Golden Dawn, Sam Webster to discuss the early days of the modern American neo-pagan community, his scholarly work on Iamblichus’ De Mysteriis, the Open Source paradigm of magic, and much more! Sam: https://samwebstermage.com https://a.co/d/05iIB5uz SUBSCRIBE to the ARCANVM Newsletter:⁠⁠h...

In S7E21 I sit down with scholar of ancient Mediterranean religions and early Christianity Dr. M. David Litwa go discuss his upcoming Hermetica I Live Seminar and the release of a beautiful edition of Hermetica I with Fount Ultd. See the links below to register/purchase Hermetica I. Hermetica I Live Seminar: https://mdavidlitwa.thrivecart.com/hermetica-i-live-seminar/ Hermetica I Fount Ultd. Editi...

In S7E20 I sit down with Richard Ruach to talk about the place of humor in esoteric practice, the influence of Neo-gnosticism and the teachings of Gurdjieff on his path, the pitfalls which lie in wait for the unwitting practitioner, and much more… Richard Ruach: https://www.facebook.com/AdvancedEsotericStudies https://www.youtube.com/@NoHylicsAllowed SUBSCRIBE to the ARCANVM Newsletter:⁠ https://i...

In S7E19 I sit down with psychic, occultist and content creator, Raya Thorne to talk about her experience and practice, and had a much needed discussion on the relationship between magic and psychism. Raya has offered a 10% discount to listeners of the podcast! CODE: IKE10 - Check out her links below to book! Raya:https://rayathorne.comhttps://youtube.com/@rayathornehttps://instagram.com/rayathorn...

In S7 E18 I sit down with writer and personal growth facilitator, P.T. Mistlberger to talk about his latest literary collaboration with Anathema Publishing entitled, A Ruby Bright as Fire: William Blake and the Esoteric Tradition. The project's Kickstarter campaign launches TODAY! SUPPORT A RUBY BRIGHT AS FIRE:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/anathemapublishing/a-ruby-bright-as-fire-blake-...

In S7E17 I sit down with practitioner and content creator Frater Eleftheria of the Lifting the Lamp channel. We sat down to talk about practical ritual magic, angelic contact and communication, the spiritual future of humankind and much more. Lifting the Lamp:https://www.youtube.com/  ⁨@LiftingtheLamp⁩  SUBSCRIBE to the ARCANVM Newsletter: ⁠⁠https://ikebaker.com/newsletter ⁠⁠For all things Ike be...

In S7E16 I sit down with Professor of Philosophy, Dr. Danielle Layne to talk about what Platonic philosophy’s relevance is to modern people, challenges in contemporary education, and engaging in the beauty of life. We also discuss their work with the philosophical technology collective Palinode, the open source social media platform and philosophical search engine Khora, and the Ladder: Journeys i...

In S7E15 I sit down with rother Troy Spreeuw who is hosting the 2026 Esotericism in Freemasonry Conference on September 19th at the Ballard Masonic Centre in Seattle WA, featuring a day of presentations and workshops, open to the public from presenters such as myself, Brother Doug Russell and a keynote presentation by Lon Milo Duquette. EFC 2026: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1920776541529114/ T...

In S7E14 I sit down with Nikki Wardwell Sleath, the author of several books on witchcraft, dreamwork, and the magic of seals. Nikki is also well known for founding the Society of Witchcraft and Old Magick. We sit down to discuss her background in the traditions, as well as her latest book Dream Sorcery which reveals lucid dreaming as a metaphorical alchemical laboratory for the transmutation of ma...

In S7E13 I sit down with Freemason and host of the Esoteric American channel brother Collin Conkwright to discuss his ideas on universalism, his work with the American Esoteric channel, upcoming projects, and much more. Collin:https://www.youtube.com/@americanesoterichttps://americanesoteric.substack.com/2026 Southeastern Masonic Symposium:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-asheville-masonic-sympos...

In S7E12 I sit down with author and practitioner Melissa Seims to discuss her latest book, Light In Extension: A History of Bradford's 1888 Golden Dawn Temple Horus No. 5, which casts light on a lesser known part of the early history of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn and a momentous chapter in British magical history. Melissa:https://www.thewica.co.uk/my-articles Light In Extension:http...

In S7E11 I sit down with Carl Hayden Smith and Pascal Michael to discuss technomagic, the PGM, UAP phenomena, out of body experiences, hyperhumanism and much more. Carl: https://www.themoc.org/ https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Carl-Hayden-Smith Pascal: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Pascal-Michael SUBSCRIBE to the ARCANVM Newsletter:⁠⁠ https://ikebaker.com/newsletter⁠⁠ For all things Ike...

In S7E10 I sit down with author, practitioner, and creator of the YouTube channel and podcast Rod & Ring: Ancient Near East Meets Modern West, Samuel David.  Samuel: https://www.youtube.com/@rodandring Rod & Ring (book): https://www.anathemapublishing.com/books-prints/p/rod-and-ring The Red Shepherd (book): https://www.anathemapublishing.com/books-prints/p/the-red-shepherd SUBSCRIBE to the...

In S7E9 I sit down with practitioner, writer and host of the Mask and the Mirror podcast, Lena Korkovelou to discuss inspiration, magic, creativity, and sacred resistance. The Mask & the Mirror:https://www.youtube.com/@themaskandthemirror777SUBSCRIBE to the ARCANVM Newsletter:⁠⁠https://ikebaker.com/newsletter⁠⁠For all things Ike be sure to visit/message him at: ⁠⁠https://ikebaker.com⁠⁠SUPPORT...

In this very special New Year's Even episode (S7E8) I sit down with writer, speaker, philosopher, and host of the Third Eye Drops podcast, Michael Philip. Third Eye Drops is a forum for a wide array of philosophical and existential discourse. Michael: https://innertruth.org/podcast/michael-phillip-truth-meaning-purpose/ Third Eye Drops: https://www.youtube.com/@UC71vsoCXoJm1AvWhWJV_1lw SUBSCRI...

In S7E7 I sit down with returning guest Martin Faulks. Martin joins me today to talk about his most recent work with Lewis Masonic, entitled, Long Livers: With the Rare Secret of Rejuvenscency originally published in 1722 by an alchemist thought to have been long dead — Eugenius Philalethes. Long Livers: https://martinfaulks.co.uk/product/long-livers-with-the-rare-secret-of-rejuvenescency-1722/ Ma...

In S7E6 I sit down with author, international masonic speaker and educator, and Past Master of Texas Lodge of Research, Brother Billy Hamilton to discuss his career in Masonic research and his latest book with Lewis Masonic entitled, A Stranger In the Elemental Temple. A Stranger In the Elemental Temple: https://www.lewismasonic.co.uk/a-stranger-in-the-elemental-temple-the-rituals-of-the-ancient-o...

In S7E5 I sit down with Alison Chicosky and Monte Plaisance for a roundtable discussion on the modern practice of ancient magic and the relationship of goetic and theurgic magic. Alison: https://practicaloccult.com/ Monte: https://www.facebook.com/churchofthessaly SUBSCRIBE to the ARCANVM Newsletter:⁠ https://ikebaker.com/newsletter⁠ For all things Ike be sure to visit/message him at: ⁠https://ike...

In S7E4 I sit down with Associate Professor of islamic History at the University of South Carolina, Dr. Matt Melvin-Koushki to discuss his pioneering work in critically reevaluating distinctions of east and west in regards to Arabic-Islamic history. As well as the significance of Islamic history in the development of esoteric philosophy and practices. Dr. Melvin-Koushki:https://sc.edu/study/colleg...

In S7E3 I sit down with accomplished scholar, author, lecturer, and practitioner Richard Kazcynski to discuss everything from western ceremonial, to the psychology of magic, to our favorite prog rock artists. Mind Over Magick:https://a.co/d/cnSBSFkRichard:https://richard-kaczynski.com/SUBSCRIBE to the ARCANVM Newsletter:⁠https://ikebaker.com/newsletter⁠For all things Ike be sure to visit/message h...

In S7 E2 I sit down with author, astrologer, Freemason, ceremonial magician, and returning guest Jaime Paul Lamb. We sat down to talk about Jaime’s latest book, which has been recently published by Inner Traditions, entitled The Astrological Goetia: The 72 Keys to Angelic and Demonic Astrology. The Astrological Goetia:https://a.co/d/gAxRHowhttps://www.innertraditions.com/the-astrological-goetiaJai...