Practitioner of Ayurvedic Medicine, Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Vedic Sciences, Gnostic Spirituality, and Martial Arts, Craig Williams is also the author of “Tantric Physics I: Cave of the Numinous” and “Entering the Desert”. In this episode Craig returns to discuss his latest tome, the “Cult of Golgotha.” Craig is an ordained Gnostic Bishop ( Tau Lazarus) and is the recipient of the prestigious Vedakovid and Yogacharya titles awarded by Vamadeva Shastri and the American Institute...
Feb 23, 2019•1 hr
#041 - John of Morigny & the Science of Dreams with Dr. Claire Fanger Dr. Claire Fanger is Associate Professor of Religion at Rice University and is a medievalist with a research focus on understandings and practices of Latin Christianity in the later Middle Ages, as well as a focus on texts and manuscripts of magic, especially angel magic in a Christian context. She is the editor of two field-defining collections on this very topic: Invoking Angels: Theurgic Ideas and Practices, Thirteenth ...
Feb 16, 2019•1 hr 9 min
What is so-called ‘cunning’ magic? How is it different from so-called ‘high’ magic? Internationally acclaimed author, practicing magician and scholar, Dr. Stephen Skinner shares about A Cunning Man's Grimoire: The Secret of Secrets, which is a grimoire presented by both Dr. Skinner and David Rankine. This tome is a historical grimoire that features a fascinating blend of high magic and local village magic. Originally a handbook for a working sorcerer, this book includes a wealth of magical worki...
Feb 07, 2019•1 hr 18 min
Cody Dickerson is a an expert ironsmith, occultist and founder of Borealis Ironworks, where his interests of metal working and esotericism meld together. Solomonic practitioners will find this episode particularly interesting, as consecrated iron blades have been used for thousands of years in ceremonial engagement with spirits. Cody is is a student of the Germanic mysteries, Indo-European religious and linguistic studies, British cunning-folk magic, and is an initiated or Powwow practitioner. H...
Jan 29, 2019•1 hr 18 min
Dan Attrell (The Modern Hermeticist) is a Canadian-born intellectual historian, classicist, philosopher, psychonaut, and musician. Dan also is known online as the Modern Hermeticist, and has a blog, YouTube channel and Twitter presence under the same name. Dan shares about a new edition of the Picatrix translated with an introduction by himself and David Porreca, specifically from Latin sources. We also discuss time, platonic metaphysics, the Renaissance, language acquisition and so much more. _...
Jan 24, 2019•1 hr 34 min
We are so excited to welcome back to the show former Traditional Roman Catholic bishop and author Father Jason Spadafore (Agostino Taumaturgo) to discuss the occult efficacy and virtues of the traditional (meaning pre Vatican II) Latin Roman Catholic Mass, how to magically work with the saints and souls in purgatory, the Rosary and so much more. Here are Jason’s blog posts about: The Catholic Mass: - https://thavmapub.com/2019/01/18/can-a-layperson-say-mass/?fbclid=IwAR2FqPxpKBEbLtqFG8PTUEnMj676...
Jan 19, 2019•1 hr 14 min
Internationally acclaimed author, practicing magician and scholar, Dr. Stephen Skinner, returns to the Glitch Bottle podcast to discuss Sibley’s "Clavis or Key to Unlock the Mysteries of Magic", co-authored with Daniel Clark. This is a massive, 523 page book and full-colour grimoire, described as the high point of Victorian grimoire manuscripts. Dr. Skinner shares about the interesting history of this manuscript and how Dr. Skinner and Daniel Clark first approached it, the unique advice on bindi...
Jan 15, 2019•45 min
The ancient philosopher Iamblichus had one of the best understandings of the nature of demonic spirits, which were eventually portrayed in the Solomonic grimoires more than a thousand years after his death! Get ready listeners for the first topic-based video in more than a year, as we travel back in time to explore the very same magical understanding between the cthonic spirits of the Lemegeton’s Goetia and Iamblichus, one of the most influential philosophers of all time. We examine Dr. Stephen ...
Jan 04, 2019•19 min
Listeners, get ready to learn about a previously unknown version of the Almandal of Solomon dating from the 13th century, with medieval scholar, author and researcher, Vajra Regan! Let me repeat that, especially those who are familiar with the “Art Almadal” one of the five books of the Lemegeton - this is a very early and radically different version of the Almandel, and Vajra is here to share his thoughts on this, which he condensed into a marvelous 60-page article he wrote for the Journal of Me...
Nov 20, 2018•1 hr 43 min
Today, listeners, we gather our ritual offerings of eggs and honey and travel to a three-way cross roads as we discuss the in-depth ‘Sorcery of Hekate’ course with practicing magician, author and strategic sorcerer, Mr. Jason Miller! Jason has devoted 30 years to studying practical magic in its many forms. He is the author of several tomes of magical insight, including Protection and Reversal Magick, Financial Sorcery and many others. In this episode, Jason talks about all of the intricacies and...
Nov 14, 2018•58 min
Today’s episode goes deep into the history, use and purpose of Solomonic bells, trumpets, wands and consecration techniques with practicing magician, writer and Renaissance man, Frater S.C.F.V! Frater is the author of several in-depth and meticulously-researched Solomonic Magical articles on his blog Light In Extension: articles completely dedicated to Solomonic Bells, Wands, Circles and how to properly consecrate magical items, all subjects we discuss on the podcast! _________Subscribe to Glitc...
Nov 08, 2018•1 hr 37 min
Get ready listeners for delving deep into a vital magical text that attracted the attention of the Venetian Inquisition, with scholar, author, editor and legendary esoteric authority, Joseph H. Peterson! Joe takes us deep into his translation and presentation of the “Ars Rabidmadar” text, and so much more! _________Subscribe to Glitch Bottle!_________ ▶︎YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/glitchbottle ▶︎ iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1235137914 ▶︎Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com...
Nov 02, 2018•50 min
John R. King has spent decades dedicated to the study of demonology and ceremonial magic. He is also the author of the influential tome entitled ‘Imperial Arts’, which relates his first-hand experiences in the evocation and exorcism of 24 demons of the Lemegeton’s Goetia. John shares about the *real* purpose of magic, how to avoid the traps of never moving forward in the Art, and so much more. *Get John R. King’s ‘Imperial Arts’ book here: http://www.lulu.com/shop/john-r-king-iv/imperial-arts/pa...
Sep 06, 2018•3 hr 4 min
Gabriel McCaughry is a French-Canadian Author from Montreal (Quebec), and also the founder and owner of Anathema Publishing, which publishes books on the occult, self transformation and spirituality. In today’s episode, Gabriel returns to chat about his new book, “Auroræ. Check out more on Anathema here: https://www.anathemapublishing.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ANATHEMAPUBLISHING/ _________Subscribe to Glitch Bottle!_________ ▶︎YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/glitchbottle ▶︎ iTunes https...
Sep 06, 2018•1 hr 46 min
Get ready listeners for an informative, wild and consciousness-expanding ride into Solomonic and grimoiric magic with author, historian, poet and practicing magician, Dr. Alexander Cummins. We explore Dr. Al’s thoughts on Solomonic magical technique, Joseph Peterson’s new tome the “Secrets of Solomon”, talk about new work exploring Archangel Raphael with Vanessa Irena, ask Dr. Al your listener questions and discuss his upcoming webinar class on the Fourth Book of Occult Philosophy and so much mo...
Aug 12, 2018•2 hr 45 min
Mani C. Price is a visionary artist based in New York City with a focus on empowerment, symbolism and magic. She shares her thoughts on her family tradition and practice of Lucumi, her Solomonic-based Spirit Boxes she designs, and the importance of the voice of women in esoteric forums, among many other topics. Mani’s Website: http://manitheuncanny.com/ Mani’s Kickstarter project about H.P. Lovecraft: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/manitheuncanny/the-unnamable-hp-lovecraft-short-animated-f...
Aug 12, 2018•1 hr 13 min
What are the similarities between Solomonic magic and Traditional Egyptian magic, like magical timing and the invocation of the gods? Traditional Egyptian Magic practitioner Laurie Romano shares about this ancient magical art & science, offers tips and resources for those looking to crack open the sarcophagus of this tradition, and talks about the magical oils, incense and powders she handcrafts through Anubion Creations and Doc Solomons. Anubeion Creations’ site: https://anubeion.com/ *****...
Aug 07, 2018•1 hr 43 min
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Jul 21, 2018•2 hr 24 min
In a rare two-guest interview, ceremonial magician Frater Ashen Chassan and his gifted scryer and Celtic Druid Benn Mac Stiofán stop by the podcast to talk about scrying, hidden spiritual sights and how this well-known magical duo first met and started their joint magical workings! In addition, both Frater and Benn react, in real time, to sudden a spiritual presence during the interview! If you want something close to modern day Dee & Kelley, please enjoy this latest podcast episode! *******...
Jul 01, 2018•1 hr 56 min
Julio Cesar Ody is a magician, author and mercilessly practical practitioner of Solomonic magic. Hailing from Brazil where he performed seances and experiments with the Book of Saint Cyprian (among other practices), Julio’s new book from Scarlet Imprint, “Magister Officiorum”, details his use of the fundamentals of in-depth Solomonic magical methods and how his approach is informed by other strands in the Western magical tradition: including Espiritismo and Obeah. We talk about grimoiric magic, ...
Jun 24, 2018•2 hr 18 min
Magician, author, scholar and grimoiric firebrand - Mr. Jake Stratton-Kent - returns to the Glitch Bottle podcast. He shares his thoughts on the proto-Grimorium Verum text - the “Ars Rabidmadar. We also explore the concepts of thwarting angels, Ritual Offerings, and the real importance of the first planetary hour of each planetary day. Jake also shares his thoughts on ‘Cunningman Magic’ versus ‘Ritual Magic’ and drops some hints on what he might be working on with future projects. *********Subsc...
May 28, 2018•1 hr 40 min
Author, magician, scholar and Western shaman Aaron Leitch returns to the podcast to talk about his Goetic work, the ‘fear of God’ in the grimoires and what that really means. Aaron also goes in-depth into Ritual Offerings and shares lucid overviews of Gnosticism and the Enochian Angelic magical system of John Dee. *********Subscribe to Glitch Bottle!********* --------------------------------- iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1235137914 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/alexa...
May 19, 2018•2 hr 5 min
Jason Spadafore (Agostino Taumaturgo) is a former Traditional Roman Catholic bishop and author on the Magic of Catholicism. He talks about the relationship between the grimoires and Catholicism, the similarities between exorcisms and magical operations, the difference between a “sacrament” and a “sacramental”, and so much more! Jason’s website and class info: https://thavmapub.com/ *********Subscribe to Glitch Bottle!********* --------------------------------- iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us...
May 09, 2018•1 hr 25 min
Jason Miller (Inominandum) is a practicing magician, author and Strategic Sorcerer. He has devoted 25 years to studying practical magic in its many forms. He is the author of several tomes of magical insight, including Protection and Reversal Magick, Financial Sorcery and many others. He stops by the podcast to Jason talk about his Strategic Sorcery coursework, how to make *not lame* magical requests, why magical offerings are so important, and so much more. Jason’s website - http://www.strategi...
Apr 15, 2018•1 hr 52 min
Part 2/2 of our excellent chat with the great Dr. Skinner on the Glitch Bottle Podcast! You don’t want to miss this second half of our discussion: Dr. Skinner discusses the key elements to building magical ‘tension’ in an operation, announces a forthcoming update to one of his previously published books, and shares a story that’s never been told before which will have you laughing and taking away key points about magical operations and what NOT to do. Do circles have a nine foot radius, or diame...
Apr 10, 2018•1 hr 20 min
Part 1 of an incredible conversation with internationally acclaimed author, practicing magician and scholar, Dr. Stephen Skinner. Dr. Skinner is helping restore magic’s place as an incredibly important practice and technology. Dr. Skinner has written more than 46 books, translated into more than 20 different languages. He received his PhD in Classics from the University of Newcastle for his research on the Greek text of the Graeco-Egyptian magical papyri and a number of Latin grimoires. We talk ...
Mar 27, 2018•1 hr 37 min
Carrie Leitch is a Tarot expert and has studied several esoteric traditions over the last twenty-five years. She has training in traditional Golden Dawn and Rosicrucian symbolism and Tarot interpretation, She also is a co-owner of Doc Solomon’s Occult Curios, which makes a variety of blessed and grimoire-specific items for clients, and she is married to the rambunctious magician and author Aaron Leitch. *Carrie’s Tarot Class (Keeper of the Keys): https://www.facebook.com/keeperofthekeys777/ *Doc...
Mar 17, 2018•1 hr 44 min
Part 2/2 of our conversation with Professor Ahmad - What is Islamic Exorcism? Who is the Islamic mystic, Sufi and legendary writer Ahmad Al-Buni, and why are his esoteric writings among the most valuable in history? Professor Saiyad Ahmad talks about this and more on the this episode of the Glitch Bottle podcast. He has both deep practical experience with Islamic magical techniques, and deep scholarly experience. He holds both a Ph. D. as well as an M. A. in Islamic Studies from Princeton Univer...
Feb 22, 2018•2 hr 28 min
What is Islamic Esotericism, or Quranic Theurgy, and how does it relate to the Solomonic method in ceremonial magic in the Western grimoiric tradition? Professor Saiyad Ahmad has both deep practical experience with Islamic magical techniques, and deep scholarly experience. He holds both a Ph. D. as well as an M. A. in Islamic Studies from Princeton University. He also obtained an M. A. in Arabic Language and Literature from Indiana University among many other educational endeavors, including, te...
Jan 27, 2018•2 hr 11 min
In this rare and treasured opportunity, we are joined by scholar, author, editor and legendary esoteric authority, Joseph Peterson. Joe has translated, edited and updated many classic esoteric texts of magic, and founded two vital websites in the spiritual and esoteric communities: http://esotericarchives.com/ http://avesta.org/ In this interview, we talk about both of those websites, and Joe shares about what it really takes to do serious esoteric research, his own personal spiritual practice, ...
Dec 13, 2017•59 min
