Arcanvm Podcast

In S3 E10, I sit down with practitioner, author, and founder of the brand Practical Occult, Alison Chicosky. We discuss her latest work on the Secrets of Helios, some perspectives on magic, working with the Greek Magical Papyri or PGM and more… Alison: http://practicaloccult.com For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow o...

In S3 E9 I sit down with the affable, eloquent, and brilliant practitioner, and host of the top tier Thoth-Hermes Podcast, Rudolf Berger. We talk about the state of contemporary occultism, shamanic traveling, binaural sound, our common love for conversation, magic, masonry, music, and more. Rudolf/Thoth-Hermes Podcast:http://thothermes.com For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com S...

In S3 E8 I sit down with author, lecturer, and contemplative mason, Brother Chuck Dunning. We take questions, and topics for discussion from listeners, which leads us to an in-depth conversation on Masonry, Rosicrucian symbolism, the Divine Feminine, and much more! Chuck: https://chuckdunning.com/ For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.c...

In S3 E7 I speak with my friend and brother, the inimitable Greg Kaminsky, for a conversation on his journey from western esoteric scholarship to eastern spiritual apprenticeship, his work as an author and practitioner, his experience in seeking - and finding - on the spiritual Path, and much more! Join us for an excellent and heartfelt conversation. Greg: https://occultofpersonality.net/ https://...

In S3 E6 I sit down with scholar, author, and translator M. R. Osborne to discuss his latest work translating Martinez de Pasqually's "Treatise on the Reintegration of Beings" with Rose Circle Publications, and our recent collaboration on its audiobook release. Along the way we touch on history, theory, and praxis of the Knight Masons Elect Priests of the Universe-- the Elus Coens. J...

In S3E5, I sit down with author, scholar, and practitioner David Rankine to discuss his most recent work, The Grimoire Enyclopaedia. In the process we wander into several dimly lit corners of magical theory and practice, which David proceeds to enlighten with some of his hard-won insights over four decades of research and experience. The Grimoire Encyclopaedia via Hadean Press: https://www.hadeanp...

In S3E4 I sit down with author & host of Aeon Byte Gnostic Radio, Miguel Conner. We sat down to talk about gnosticism- ancient & modern, shamanism as a spiritual modality, embracing the ambiguity of life, and much more! Miguel is a particularly gifted conversationalist, and this conversation was great fun! Click the link below to check out his show & other content! Miguel: http://thego...

In Season 3 Episode 3 I sit down with writer, teacher, musician, minister, and reiki and pagan magical practitioner, Irene Glasse of Glasse Witch Cottage. We discuss magical community service, healing, the duties of being a pagan religious professional, and much more! Enjoy, and check out Irene's links below: Irene Glasse: glassewitchcottage.com https://www.facebook.com/irene.glasse linktr.ee/...

In season 3 episode 2 I sit down with translator (the Hermetic Physician: The Magical Teachings of Giuliano Kremmerz and the Fraternity of Myriam, 2022) author (The Magic Door - A Study on the Italic Hermetic Tradition: Myth, Magic, and Metamorphosis in the Western Inner Traditions, 2019) and scholar David Pantano. We had an excellent and fascinating discussion on Hesperia, the healing practices o...

Welcome to the Season 3 Premiere of the Arcanvm Podcast! I have the extreme pleasure of leading it off with a *fantastic* conversation with my good friend, the esoteric cartographer David Chaim Smith. David continually astounds me with both his profound spiritual insight, and grounded personality. Join us for the first part of a conversation on David's work, Kabbalah, mysticism, Platonic philo...

In S2E9 I sit down with author, Solomonic practitioner, ordained Priest, & Golden Dawn Adept Fr. Aaron Leitch, for a conversation on magical best practices, forming relationships with the spirit world, the future of magic and AI, and much more! Sit back, enjoy, and check out the links below for more! ----------------------------------------------- Aaron's Blog: http://aaronleitch.wordpress...

In S2E8 I sit down with the brilliant Marlene Seven Bremner. A visual artist, and author, Seven has synthesized Hermeticism, alchemy, and artistic vision for a new generation. Join us for a chat on alchemy, hermeticism, art, the power and significance of the Imagination as a tool of transformation, and much more! Be sure to check out the links below! -----------------------------------------------...

In S2E7 I sit down with author, and director of studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies, Mark Stavish to talk about the Institute's upcoming course on the Three Books of Occult Philosophy of Cornelius Agrippa, western initiatic traditions, the "here, and hereafter," and the ultimate awakening of humanity. See the link below to check out/register for the upcoming course on Agri...

In S2E6 I sit down for a chat with the incomparable JMG - John Michael Greer. An occult author and practitioner of such quality AND quantity, he's somewhat of a legend in his own time. Truly a magician for all seasons, it was a pleasure to talk with JMG about his work in and enjoyment of occult fiction, his quixotic path to being an Arch-druid, his passion for environmentalism, and much more!...

In S2E5 I sit down with author, scholar, and researcher Stewart Clelland to talk about his translations of Eliphas Levi, Martinez de Pasqually, the Elus Coens, and more! -------------------------------------------------------------------- Stewart Clelland: https://sjaclelland.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------------- Arcanvm: Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Foll...

In S2E4 I sit down with Department Head of Religious & Ethical Studies at Meredith College, Professor Shannon Grimes to discuss her book "Becoming Gold", Zosimos of Panopolis, and the Hellenistic/Hermetic alchemical tradition of late antiquity. Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com

In S2E3 of the podcast, I sit down with Astrologer and author Diotima Mantineia. Join us as we discuss both our shared roots and current region of residence, astrology in an age of materialism, magic, gardening, teaching and forecasting the road ahead! Urania's Well Astrology (Diotima): https://www.uraniaswell.com/ Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Contact: arcan...

In S2E2 I have the great pleasure of sitting down with scholar and professor of religious studies Dr. Gregory Shaw to talk Neoplatonism, Theurgy, & Spirituality. These are some of my favorite topics and it was an absolute pleasure to speak with Dr. Shaw in particular about his seminal work "Theurgy & the Soul: The Neoplatonism of Iamblichus". Leave your thoughts in the comments!-...

Welcome to the debut episode of Season 2 of the Arcanvm Podcast! I'm extremely excited to bring you this conversation with my good friend and colleague Sky Mathis- esoteric seeker, and host of the Philosophical Minds podcast! Join us for an evening chat on podcasting, real alchemy, social dilemmas and embodying Philosophical Mercury. Philosophical Minds: https://philosophicalmindspodcast.com/...

In episode 15 Ike sits down with author, philosopher, and occultist P.D. Newman to discuss Platonic & pre-Socratic thought, the Orphic katabasis, and his work reconstructing Iamblichean theurgy in his upcoming book, "Theurgy: Theory & Practice."

In Episode 14 I sit down with author, teacher, and practitioner Ivo Dominguez Jr. Ivo has been a staple of the occult and pagan scenes since the 80's and it was my great pleasure to speak with him about his trajectory through the traditions from student to teacher, and his many invaluable insights and practical techniques which make him a one-of-a-kind teacher. Ivo~ https://www.ivodominguezjr....

In this episode, I sit down with artist & Freemason Travis Lawrence. We talk about sourcing inspiration, crafting in woodcut style, creating the Infinite Arcana Tarot, and the influence of the art of Masonic symbolism. Travis' Prints: http://inifinity-prints.com Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com

In episode 12 of the Podcast, I sit down with the brilliant Soror Tzadkiel about her formal training in Jewish mysticism and Vajrayana, using the Tarot as a tool of transformation, the place of Virtue in the Mysteries, and much more.  Sor. Tzadkiel: https://rotatarot.com/ Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m  Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com

In episode 11 of the Podcast, I sit down with Phoenix Aurelius for a mind-bending conversation on the alchemical traditions of the west, Paracelsian spagyria, quantum consciousness, and much more!   Phoenix: http://phoenixaurelius.org Philosophers of Nature: http://www.portaelucis.fr/gb/html/por... Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m   Contact: arcanvvm@gmail...

In episode 10 of the Podcast, I sit down with Bro. Angel Millar to discuss hypnotism and neurolinguistic programming, some of the downsides to working in modern esoteric circles, and the necessity of pursuing self-mastery.   Support on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm  Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m   Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com