Rune Soup
Gordon
Rune Soup is a podcast channel that platforms the most important discussions at the cutting edge of magic, animism and spirit work.
Gordon is chaos magician, shamanic practitioner, podcaster, author and permaculture designer with a background in data and analytics gained at some of the world's largest media companies. He is the author of four books on magic, animism and star lore: Star.Ships: A Prehistory of the Spirits, The Chaos Protocols, Pieces of Eight and Ani.Mystic: Encounters With A Living Cosmos.
When not travelling, Gordon hosts his weekly show, Rune Soup, from a small permaculture farm in southern Tasmania.
Gordon is chaos magician, shamanic practitioner, podcaster, author and permaculture designer with a background in data and analytics gained at some of the world's largest media companies. He is the author of four books on magic, animism and star lore: Star.Ships: A Prehistory of the Spirits, The Chaos Protocols, Pieces of Eight and Ani.Mystic: Encounters With A Living Cosmos.
When not travelling, Gordon hosts his weekly show, Rune Soup, from a small permaculture farm in southern Tasmania.
Episodes
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Feb 3, 2016 • 1h 43min
Chris Bradford | Talking Spirits
In this episode we talk to author, alchemist and Palero, Chris Bradford. We cover Hawaii, island spirits and ghost stories, chaos magic in the 90s, spirit kingship, palo, spirit medicine, the interplay between African diaspora magic and the European tradition… even Magic: The Gathering! Show notes: Chris's blog Chris's Palo Mayombe tumblr Chris on twitter
Jan 27, 2016 • 1h 10min
Gary Lachman | Talking Hermeticism
In this week's episode we talk to esoteric author and Rock N Roll Hall of Fame musician, Gary Lachman about his excellent new book, Secret Teachers of the Western World. We also cover Hermeticism, Neoplatonism, the 1970s New York occult scene, Colin Wilson. Something for everyone! Show notes Gary's Website: http://garylachman.co.uk/ Gary's latest book: http://www.amazon.com/The-Secret-Teachers-Western-World/dp/0399166807 The David Bowie story we mentioned: http://garylachman.co.uk/2016/01/11/the-david-bowie-colin-wilson-story/
Jan 21, 2016 • 1h 23min
Austin Coppock | Talking Astrology and Star Lore
In this episode, we talk to author and astrologer, Austin Coppock about how astrology works, what to do during retrogrades and whether or not Donald Trump is the next President.
Jan 13, 2016 • 2h 43min
Christopher Knowles |Talking Ancient Alien Cargo Cults, Tarot and Star Trek
In this bumper episode, we talk to The Secret Sun's Christopher Knowles about the Nine, Esalen, elite belief systems, alien cargo cults, Star Trek, tarot, psychogeography and what may or may not be coming down the pipe in 2016. Show notes: Chris's blog: http://secretsun.blogspot.co.uk/ 'Burn Witch Burn', the film Chris references: https://youtu.be/g7emkorevvo Also, the presentation from Dr LaViolette I reference actually talks about the B2 using electrogravitics. Got the wrong plane. As an apology, watch the whole presentation: https://youtu.be/F4lhGDYCUTs
Jan 7, 2016 • 1h 21min
Cat Vincent | Talking Robert Anton Wilson, Urban Magic & Hyperreal Religion
We talk to noted Fortean journalist and former professional combat magician, Cat Vincent about his life and adventures. Topics include urban magic, sci fi fandom, Forteana, comics, Neil Gaiman, Slenderman, Colin Wilson, polyamory and all the Bob Wilson you could want. Show notes: https://youtu.be/RBD06b1trAY https://youtu.be/0EXXMZLBELo catvincent.com http://tinyletter.com/CatVincent @catvincent
Dec 30, 2015 • 1h 14min
Al Cummins | Talking Grimoires and the Story of Western Magic
Dr Cummins, occult historian extraordinaire, talks grimoires and the story of the western magical tradition. We also discuss living in New York, studying under Professor Hutton and magic's relationship to the rise of modern science and medicine. Follow Dr Al on twitter. Get his first book here.
Dec 23, 2015 • 1h 12min
Rune Soup Christmas Special
As a special holiday treat, I sit down with my mother to talk about saints, the Dead, Aboriginal women's magic, haunted houses, sacred travel, energy healing and a whole lot more.
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Dec 16, 2015 • 1h 9min
Sarah Lawless | Talking Animism, Witchcraft and Working with the Spirits
In this engaging conversation, Sarah Lawless, an artist and traditional witch, dives into the fascinating realms of witchcraft, animism, and herbalism. She shares her journey from childhood folklore fascination to discovering traditional witchcraft. Sarah discusses the deep connections between cooking and herbal practices, as well as the importance of ancestor work and spirit relationships. With insights on trance methods and dreamwork, she reveals how to tap into the spirit world and emphasizes the resurgence of spirit-based practices in the West.
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Dec 8, 2015 • 1h 11min
Peter Grey | Talking Lucifer
Scarlet Imprint's Peter Grey joins us to talk about his latest book, Lucifer: Princeps. We use this as a jumping off point to talk about the western magical tradition, grimoires, the role of the Dead and the impact of the rise of digital on the experience of magic.
