The Balance Factor! Hear how this concept relates to the more broader concept of "magic" in Satanism, which of course means first addressing some misconceptions about Satanic magic itself. Also, answering some listener mail about the "LaVeyan Satanism" misnomer, a history-confused Wiccan, and other questions. 00:00 - Intro 00:56 - Rust's email 02:06 - What is "The Balance Factor"? Working definition from We Are Satanists. 04:18 - Recap: Satanism is a non-theistic religion and this isn't supernat...
May 18, 2024•41 min
Addressing the misconceptions that the QAnon conspiracy theory is the "Satanic Panic 2.0" (it's not; let's keep that way), or that "the Satanic Panic never ended" (it did; let's keep it that way). Also, the difference between personalization and hypocritical self-deceit in the ritual chamber.
Apr 26, 2024•1 hr 1 min
There is no "Satanic community". Learn what Satanists mean by this. Also, Bill answers some listener mail about artificial human companions, doctrines of superiority, and an anecdote about one Satanist's conspiracy theorist co-worker. 00:00 - Intro 00:52 - Multiple meanings of the word "community" 05:30 - Why there is no "Satanic Community" 15:50 - Excerpts from "Myth of the Satanic Community" 25:53 - Announcements 28:13 - Santanecdote 30:42 - Artificial Human Companions question 35:15 - Quote f...
Apr 13, 2024•40 min•Ep. 61
The 11 Satanic Rules of the Earth! While they're straightforward for most Satanists, Satansplain addresses common questions and misconceptions about things like "lairs", "mating signals", "destroying", "magic", and other details.
Mar 24, 2024•47 min•Ep. 60
Church of Satan Reverend Dave Wallace steps in to interview the team behind the infamous Satanic memes page, "Dr. Vincent Schitz, PhD in Satanic Memes". Hear all about the history of the page, its past and present meme makers, their creative process, and answers to questions submitted by Dr. Schitz fans. Also, visit the new Satansplain store (store.satansplain.com) for Dr. Schitz merchandise!
Mar 18, 2024•57 min•Ep. 59
Bill answers listener mail on elixirs in Satanic ritual, indulgences vs. addictions, Satanists in marriage, and other topics.
Mar 09, 2024•45 min•Ep. 58
Addressing some of the more annoying misinformation out there on Satanic symbols: pentacles vs. pentagrams (no, it’s not as simple as which way it points), along with inverted crosses and the number 666 (yes, Satanists can use these).
Feb 26, 2024•52 min•Ep. 57
Occultism of the past! The 7 Hermetic Principles! The cosmic questions of human origin! Hear why none of these things are really applicable to Satanism.
Feb 11, 2024•48 min•Ep. 56
News on the new film "Realm of Satan"! Also, addressing false claims about serial killer Richard Ramirez and the Church of Satan (no, he was never a member, nor practiced what we believe), and answering listener questions about the Universal Life Church and Satanic weddings, membership privacy, and other topics.
Feb 02, 2024•38 min•Ep. 55
Recently, Artificial Intelligence was used to artificially construct a new comedy special of deceased American comedian George Carlin, titled "I'm Glad I'm Dead". Hear a Satanic perspective on George Carlin, this A.I. creation, and A.I. in general, including the limitations of both A.I. and human intelligence.
Jan 21, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 54
"Let's you and him fight!" cry the onlookers who'd like to see Satanists spar with Christians for their public entertainment. Let's not. Also: the Satanic calendar year, the concept of I-Theism, and a surprising email from Nigeria.
Jan 06, 2024•47 min•Ep. 53
With the Christmas season comes a lot of popular Christian myths. And they're hardly limited to the holiday's pagan origins. Also, answering some listener mail about fear of other people's beliefs, and Satanic ritual protocol.
Dec 19, 2023•50 min•Ep. 52
To those who would try to use the dictionary to discredit Satanism: Fine, let's play the dictionary game. Also, Bill answers some questions about Satanic altars and selectively dealing with trolls on-line.
Nov 29, 2023•50 min•Ep. 51
What is the Satanic significance of the trapezoid? Hear an explanation of the Law of the Trapezoid as well as the Order of the Trapezoid.
Nov 13, 2023•37 min
The topic of Satanic ritual continues in part 2, with answers to questions on The Satanic Bible's standard 13 Step ritual, the use of archetypes and ritual mudras, the psychodramatic mindset, and Satanic group rituals.
Oct 31, 2023•53 min•Ep. 49
Despite ritual being an integral part of Satanism, misconceptions still persist, even among some Satanists. Enjoy part 1 of a special two-episode exploring Satanic ritual. Happy Halloween!
Oct 30, 2023•44 min•Ep. 48
The Church of Satan has a long history of being a legally-recognized religious organization. From weddings, to funerals, to the armed forces, to court cases, we'll look at some examples and what they mean. Also answering listener mail asking for Satanism's take on astrology and also the Furry phenomenon.
Oct 18, 2023•38 min•Ep. 47
How should Satanists properly navigate future technological advances in human indulgence? “Capitol of Conformity” is a short dystopian film which may be of interest, as it relates to Pentagonal Revisionism and potential future of technological indulgence. Also, Bill reads listener mail on several topics including a Church of Satan music list and, ironically enough, critiquing commentator podcasts.
Oct 02, 2023•54 min•Ep. 46
A look at Satanic Rules of the Earth numbers 1 and 10. Also, Bill celebrates 20 years of The Devil's Mischief, some thoughts on a recent Satanic baptism performed, and answering questions on criminal records, Satansplain's theme music, and a hair-raising Satanecdote. The Devil's Mischief #678: https://radiofreesatan.com/blog/tdm678/ Reaper's Underground featuring Bill: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6O-vaJpHOc...
Aug 25, 2023•50 min•Ep. 45
A look at the Church of Satan suggested film list, plus Bill's Satanic salute to the late, great Paul Reubens. Also Bill responds to mail on various topics, including finding better Satanism internet forums, and why adding to the word "LaVeyan" before the word "Satanism" is not only redundant but just adds to the confusion. Church of Satan suggested film list: https://www.churchofsatan.com/sources-film-list/ Film list trailers 1: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBr53_strI8Yz4ZfVxthKCtg77U...
Aug 01, 2023•42 min
In a 1971 letter, Anton LaVey declared "Satanism is Americanism". Hear the full meaning of this, as Magister Bill celebrates July 4th and answers some listener mail himself.
Jul 04, 2023•34 min•Ep. 43
While some people love to state "I'm spiritual, not religious", Satanists are instead religious, not spiritual. Hear a long lost essay on the topic, and answers to listener mail regarding the trans movement, social darwinism, collectivism, and other topics.
Jun 14, 2023•46 min•Ep. 42
Bill answers some listener mail about Satanic essays, Satanic sigils, the strange phenomenon of Christian TikTok users "respecting" Satanism, and the absurdity of an "After School Satan" club.
May 21, 2023•38 min•Ep. 41
Satansplain #040 - Spotlights, Dimbulbs, and Shine Satansplain celebrates its first anniversary with "Spotlights, Dimbulbs, and Shine", a special talk that was presented only at the Church of Satan's 50th anniversary gathering in 2016. Magister Bill shares his own observations concerning members who've come in and out of the spotlight over the years, the dimbulbs who don't get Satanism, and how Satanists might maximize their potential. 00:00 - Intro 05:13 - Overview 11:22 - Spotlights 20:53 - Di...
Apr 25, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 40
Magister Bill answers listener questions about Satanic weddings, advice for young Satanists, and other topics.
Apr 14, 2023•46 min•Ep. 39
Before The Satanic Bible, before heavy metal, there was "The Satanic Mass". Explore the history and content of this infamous 1968 album, recorded and released by the Church of Satan. Download the album & liner notes for free: https://www.churchofsatan.com/music-by-anton-szandor-lavey/ Hymn of the Satanic Empire (includes sheet music): https://www.churchofsatan.com/hymn-of-satanic-empire/ Satanic Mass essay: https://www.churchofsatan.com/the-satanic-mass/...
Mar 25, 2023•51 min•Ep. 38
In 1980, Anton LaVey was brought to the FBI's attention on completely fabricated accusations against him. Some idiots today still make a big to-do out of this obscure absurdity. Bill addresses this and answers listener mail, with some questions on pseudo-satanism, comments on some of the more recent episodes, a crazy Satanic anecdote, and more.
Mar 19, 2023•45 min•Ep. 37
Back in the early 1970s, the Church of Satan experimented with different hierarchy standards, from color-coded medallions to multiple ceremonial titles, eventually scrapping what didn't work and keeping what did. Internal newsletters from the day share some insight into what that was like.
Mar 10, 2023•59 min•Ep. 36
Answering listener mail about Marilyn Manson, marijuana, and other topics. Also, Bill gives his thoughts on his recent appearance on Comedy Central's "Tooning Out The News".
Feb 17, 2023•48 min•Ep. 35
We're living in some crazy times. What is a Satanist to make of it? A look back at Anton LaVey's 1992 essay, "A Medicine for Melancholy", and some surprising insight it offers for today.
Feb 07, 2023•50 min
