The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast with Jake Kobrin

The Only Game in Town is a podcast about waking up to the machinery of mind, the nature of suffering, and the strange convergence of Dharma, magick, meditation, and direct experience. In this episode, Jake explores what Vipassana meditation actually reveals when you strip away distraction, identity, and the stories you tell yourself about who you are. Moving through Buddhism, The Matrix, psychedel...

Jake and meditation coach Misia Welters talk about why slowing down is the most practical thing you can do when life gets chaotic. In this episode Jake and Misia explore meditation as mental hygiene, what happens when you sit with discomfort long enough for real clarity to emerge, and why the quality of your consciousness directly shapes how you perceive reality. They also get into protecting your...

What if the past isn't fixed, but constantly regenerated to explain the present? What if reality operates like a vast computation, maintaining coherence moment by moment, and your consciousness is part of that calculation? In this episode, we explore a radical framework drawn from chaos magic, synchronicity, and quantum weirdness: reality as a participatory process where coherence matters, ob...

In this live talk at The Fool in Berlin, I shared my transformational journey from being a depressed, suicidal teenager to discovering the life-changing power of ritual magic through Aleister Crowley's work. Drawing from my new book "The Path Within: Ritual Magick and the Gateway to Self-Mastery," I guided the audience through the rich history of Western esoteric tradition - from an...

In this solo episode, I share ten honest lessons I’ve learned about love and relationships from reflecting on where things haven’t worked and what I’ve been learning along the way. I talk about themes like emotional regulation, boundaries, safety, intensity, and how to stay connected without losing attunement to the other person. This isn’t about any one relationship, but about the bigger patterns...

"The wound is the place where the Light enters you." – Rumi In this essay, I reflect on the heartbreak that shattered me and became a profound initiation—what I now understand as a sacred wound. Through the lens of myth, poetry, psychology, and personal story, I explore how grief, when fully embraced, can become a teacher, a threshold, and even a source of creative power. I weave my own...

In this episode of The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast , I spoke with James aka Entelecheia , and we spoke about the realization of potential, through the lens of Thelema and the path of True Will. Drawing from esoteric philosophy, magick, and self-actualization, we discuss what it truly means to align with your deepest purpose. Is True Will simply a matter of preference, or does it demand a...

Welcome to this episode of the Creativity and Consciousness Podcast for an inspiring conversation with mythologist, depth psychologist, and thought leader Erick Godsey. Though his words are often soft-spoken, their impact is profound—offering timeless wisdom on how to live your Dharma and create lasting "cathedrals" of purpose, meaning, and legacy.  Erick’s insights are a beacon for anyo...

In this heartfelt episode of the Creativity and Consciousness podcast, me and my longtime friend Anson Phong explore the transformative power of meditation and the ways it shapes our responses to pain—physical and emotional. We talked about the rollercoaster of heartbreak, we discussed the art of nonreactivity in heated moments, and we reflected on how genuine human connection can become a catalys...

In this illuminating episode of the Creativity and Consciousness Podcast , I reconnect with my former teacher and mentor, Laurence Caruana—visionary artist, esotericist, and founder of the Vienna Academy of Visionary Art. We explore his artistic journey under the tutelage of Ernst Fuchs, dive deep into the heart of Gnosticism, and discuss the alchemical process of merging art with mysticism. Join...

Visit inspirationalchemy.com to learn more about the Inspiration Alchemy online course. In this episode, I dive into a pivotal moment from 2014 when Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way became the turning point in my life. At 21, I was stuck in my parents’ basement, my art had hit a dead end, and I was trapped in a toxic relationship that drained my spirit. Feeling lost and desperate, I turned to The...

In this episode of The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast, host Jake Kobrin holds a “cybernetic séance” with a digital AI version of Carl Jung, venturing into subjects related to creativity, self-discovery, and the subtle balance between productivity and play. Along the way, they unpack Jung’s key concepts—archetypes, the shadow, the collective unconscious, dreams, and individuation—while Jake s...

In this episode of the Creativity and Consciousness Podcast , we explore the intriguing premise set forth by Frank Herbert in his seminal novel Dune , where humanity, after a catastrophic dependence on “thinking machines,” vows to reclaim its intellectual sovereignty. We look at whether our modern digital dependency is undermining our cognitive abilities, creativity, and depth of thought. Drawing...

In this week’s episode of the Creativity and Consciousness Podcast , we continue our groundbreaking series, Cybernetic Séances , by summoning a digital recreation of one of the most controversial and influential occult figures of all time— Aleister Crowley .  Using ChatGPT to approximate his mind (entrained through his books and writings) and ElevenLabs’ cutting-edge voice simulation technology to...

Sign up for Inspiration Alchemy and take advantage of the limited-time Black Friday special offer here! https://inspirationalchemy.com/ Welcome to a special episode of the Creativity and Consciousness Podcast ! Recorded live in April 2024 at the Chroma Dome during the Texas Eclipse Festival. This is an illuminating panel discussion featuring some of the most influential figures in the visionary ar...

In this episode of The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast , we explore The Kybalion , one of the most influential yet controversial works in occult literature. Join me as we uncover its significance, the mystery surrounding its authorship, and its deep connections to Hermeticism. We’ll explore the seven Hermetic principles—Mentalism, Correspondence, Vibration, Polarity, Rhythm, Cause and Effect,...

In this illuminating episode of the Creativity and Consciousness Podcast , we dive deep into the philosophy and practice of Thelema with renowned psychologist and Thelemic teacher, Dr. David Shoemaker. Thelema, a spiritual tradition established by Aleister Crowley, centers on discovering and aligning with one’s True Will —the deepest expression of your essential nature and purpose. Dr. Shoemaker u...

In this intimate episode of The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast , I share my personal story of transformation and growth—from a challenging adolescence to finding my purpose through art, magick, and inner exploration. This journey includes pivotal experiences with visionary mentors, peak psychedelic moments, and profound insights into self-realization. Through stories of resilience and inspir...

In this special panel episode of the Creativity and Consciousness Podcast , I sat down with visionary artists Luke Brown, Shannon Miguela, Izzy Ivy, and Gage Kelsey during the Painting in Paradise Retreat in Bali. Together, we explore what it really takes to build a sustainable life as a professional artist, sharing personal stories, insights, and hard-won advice on navigating the creative journey...

In this episode of the Creativity and Consciousness podcast, I sit down with visionary artist Luke Brown during our Painting in Paradise Retreat in Bali. Luke shares his journey of trusting in life’s flow, connecting with source intelligence, and navigating the highs and lows of a creative life. We explore his profound connection to art as a spiritual practice, the role psychedelics have played in...

In this deeply personal episode, I open up about one of the most transformative rituals of my magical journey. On 11/11/2021, I performed a powerful ceremony blending ritual magick with a substantial dose of psilocybin, to invoke the Holy Guardian Angel—a being representing the highest expression of my true self. Beyond simply sharing the experience, I also share precautions and potential misuses...

In this engaging conversation, Carl Abrahamsson shares his insights on the intersection of creativity, consciousness, and magic. He discusses his journey as an artist and occult explorer, emphasizing the importance of synchronicity, personal empowerment, and the acknowledgment of ancestors. Carl also dives into the definitions of magic, the need for transcendence, and the cultural fears surroundin...

In this week’s episode of The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast , I introduce a groundbreaking new series, Cybernetic Séances , with a digital recreation of the legendary Terence McKenna. In this series, I engage with AI-powered simulations of some of my most beloved and influential philosophers, spiritual leaders, artists, and thinkers, whose wisdom continues to inspire beyond their lifetimes....

In this week’s episode of The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast with Jake Kobrin , Jake explores the life, work, and legacy of Aleister Crowley, the infamous occultist who shaped modern esotericism. Jake shares his personal journey into Crowley’s teachings, diving into Crowley’s magical practices, rebellious life, and controversial philosophy, Thelema. Jake offers insights into Crowley’s comple...

In this episode of The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast titled "God is the Dreamer," I wanted to explore the Hermetic concept that life is a dream where we are both the dream and the dreamer, existing in the great mind of God. We explore how our subconscious minds shape our reality, often ensnaring us in trances and narratives we may not have consciously chosen. By becoming lucid wit...