Swedish author Carl Abrahamsson and American artist and psychoanalyst Vanessa Sinclair join us in an engaging conversation that explores the integration of magic, art, and psychoanalysis in their daily lives. As a married couple, they have successfully merged these fascinating fields, creating a unique blend of creativity, self-discovery, and mystical exploration. In this episode, Sinclair & Abrahamsson take us on a journey through their ideas, theories, practices, experiences, collaboration...
Aug 14, 2023•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 171
Paul Levy, author of "Undreaming Wetiko: Breaking the Spell of the Nightmare Mind-Virus," joins us in a profound conversation that delves into the depths of the human psyche and the insidious mind-virus known as "wetiko." A concept deeply rooted in Native American thought, wetiko represents a collective psychosis that is wreaking havoc on our world. Yet, as Levy passionately explains, within this very madness lies the key to our healing. In this enlightening episode, Levy explores the intricate ...
Aug 07, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 170
Jim Christy is an author, artist, spoken word performer, and a man who was once described as ‘one of the last unpurged North American anarchistic romantics.’ With a life as colourful as his narratives, Christy's journey from the tough streets of South Philadelphia to his current residence in Ontario has been nothing short of extraordinary. In this intimate conversation, Christy reveals his diverse experiences with an array of unique personalities, from hobos and jazz musicians to boxers and prol...
Jul 31, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 169
In this episode of Ultraculture, we sit down with journalist Ika Johannesson to talk about her book BLOOD FIRE DEATH, on the history of Swedish Metal. From the book: "In the early 1990s, Swedish musicians revolutionized the international music scene with their groundbreaking interpretations of what Metal music could be. Suddenly, the mild-mannered Scandinavian country found itself at the forefront of a new movement with worldwide impact thanks to bands such as Entombed, Dismember, and At the Gat...
Jul 24, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 168
In this episode, we delve into England's Hidden Reverse—the history of the occult industrial bands Coil, Current 93, Nurse With Wound, Throbbing Gristle, Psychic TV, and the monumental spells they cast on music and popular occulture. Our intrepid guide on this journey is Scottish writer David Keenan, a literary and musical polymath known for his innovative contributions to the UK cultural scene. Born in April 1971, Keenan has worn many hats, from running Glasgow's iconic record shop, Volcanic To...
Jul 17, 2023•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 167
I went to New Orleans and all I got was this awesome 2 1/2 hour sitdown with Damien Echols! Damien Echols, a profound teacher of magick, author, and martial artist, should need no introduction. You may know him from his appearance on the Midnight Gospel or his extensive work in the field of magick. In this episode, we sat down to take turns interviewing each other, resulting in a rich, two-and-a-half-hour conversation about magick—and much, much more. According to Damien, this episode is one of ...
Jul 10, 2023•2 hr 14 min•Ep. 166
In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome our special guest, Alan Green, a British-born pianist, composer, author, educator, and a scholar of the Shakespeare Authorship mystery. Alan's career is as diverse as it is impressive, having served as the musical director for Davy Jones of the iconic 60’s pop group, The Monkees, and co-authoring two best-selling, award-winning books about their journey. Alan's passion for the Shakespeare Authorship mystery, a historical question surrounding the identit...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 165
In this fascinating episode of Ultraculture, host Jason Louv sits down with Steve Bergsman, the author of "I Put a Spell On You: The Bizarre Life of Screamin' Jay Hawkins." This book brings together hundreds of interviews with the larger-than-life musician Screamin' Jay Hawkins, his family, and bandmates to weave a new tale of the life of this seminal rock and roll pioneer. In our conversation, Steve dives into the life of Screamin’ Jay, a man who was as enigmatic as he was influential. Known fo...
Jun 26, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 164
In this enlightening episode, we sit down with the multifaceted John Michael Greer, an American author, blogger, occultist, and teacher known for his writings on ecology, politics, appropriate technology, oil depletion, and the occult. Greer shares his insights on the role of magic and the occult in the rise of the ultra-conservative right, focusing on the unexpected presidential victory of Donald Trump in 2016, as discussed in his latest book, "The King in Orange: The Magical and Occult Roots o...
Jun 19, 2023•2 hr 7 min•Ep. 163
Step into a world less explored in this compelling episode of the ULTRACULTURE podcast—in an exclusive conversation with philosopher Ian Cutler, a unique scholar with a deep interest in the Cynic school and a personal passion for documenting the uncharted territories of society. Known for his detailed chronicling of the lives of tramps, vagabonds, and hobos throughout the world, Cutler's work sheds light on the often overlooked individuals that escaped the control grid of civilization to pursue ...
Jun 12, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 162
Legendary occult author and teacher Lon Milo DuQuette stops by the podcast to talk about his new Magick.Me course, The Magick of Tarot...! A singer-songwriter, recording artist, and humorist, DuQuette is also the author of 19 critically acclaimed books (translated in 12 languages) on Magick and the Occult. Critics have called him one of the most respected and entertaining writers and lecturers in the field of the Western Mystery Traditions. He lives in Sacramento, California with his wife of ove...
Jun 05, 2023•59 min•Ep. 161
In this exciting new episode of the Magick.Me Podcast, we delve into the mystical realms of spirituality and nature with esteemed guest Rev. Wendy Van Allen. An ordained interspiritual minister, counselor, and long-time practitioner of Wicca and the Lukumi Afro-Caribbean tradition, Rev. Van Allen brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our discussion. We explore the themes of her latest book, "Relighting the Cauldron: Embracing Nature Spirituality in Our Modern World." In this timely work...
May 29, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 160
Darrel Perkins, author of the art book The End is at Hand: An Illustrated History of the Apocalypse , and professor of Visual Communication at the American University in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, joins the podcast to talk about his experience chronicling humanity's obsession with the end of the world, and how mass movements and cults alike have projected their wildest fears onto reality throughout history. To start learning magick now, check out our free guided meditation at: https://start.ma...
May 22, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 159
One of our all-time most popular guests, Bailey Jay returns to the show!! Bailey Jay is a transgender pornographic actress, adult model, presenter and podcaster. In 2011 and 2012, Jay won the AVN Award for transgender performer of the year. She also co-hosts the podcast The Bailey Jay Show (formerly Bailey Jay Radio) with her husband, photographer Matthew Terhune, the podcast The Trans Witching Hour with Bailey Jay (formerly Gender Coaching with Bailey Jay) that deals with spirituality, the horr...
May 15, 2023•2 hr•Ep. 158
Michael Lee Nirenberg, author of the book "Earth A.D. The Poisoning of The American Landscape and the Communities that Fought Back," stops by to talk about his book. From the description: "A sweeping oral history of two American Superfund sites. Comprised of hundreds of interviews with political, environmental, corporate leaders as well as the citizens affected by living in these toxic zones, Nirenberg tells the stories behind the Tar Creek lead mine wasteland in rural Oklahoma compared and cont...
May 08, 2023•2 hr 5 min•Ep. 157
Angel Millar is a consulting hypnotist and personal growth mentor (with more than two decades of experience in meditation and related mindfulness training techniques, over a decade of experience in the martial arts, and several years as a public speaker on self-development, symbolism, and spirituality). In this episode, we zoom out and talk about the big picture of Initiation—magickal and otherwise. We also revisit the so-called Ice Magick Wars of the early 1990s, an infamous episode of occult h...
May 01, 2023•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 156
Tea Krulos, author of American Madness: The Story of the Phantom Patriot and How Conspiracy Theories Hijacked American Consciousness, stops by the podcast to tell the bizarre story of the Phantom Patriot, the man who decided to become a real-life superhero and single-handedly invade Bohemian Grove. Along the way we deep dive into QAnon, Alex Jones, the mental health crisis in America, and conspiracy theories as modern mythology. For Krulos' book: https://amzn.to/3H4MCWT Learn magick and meditati...
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 155
Alexis Mincolla, lead singer of the industrial metal band 3Teeth, returns to the podcast to have a wide-ranging conversation on everything from the erosion of civil liberties to the innermost secrets of the forbidden Vatican Library!
Apr 17, 2023•2 hr•Ep. 154
Join host Jason Louv as he talks with author and witch Mat Auryn about his new book, Mastering Magick, and his earlier work, Psychic Witch. In this fascinating conversation, Auryn discusses his personal journey into the world of magick and shares insights into the practices and techniques he uses to develop his psychic abilities and magical skills. Tune in to learn how to tap into your own inner power and harness the forces of the universe to transform your life.
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 153
In this mind-expanding episode of ULTRACULTURE WITH JASON LOUV, we dive into the fascinating intersection of Buddhism and psychedelics with Lama Mike Crowley, author of the groundbreaking book on psychedelic Buddhism. Join us as we explore how these two seemingly disparate paths can enrich and enhance each other, leading to profound spiritual experiences and deeper understanding of the self and the universe. Lama Mike shares his insights on incorporating psychedelics into Buddhist practice, deta...
Apr 03, 2023•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 152
A dramatic rendition of T. S. Eliot's 1922 poem "The Waste Land," considered by many to be the most important poem of the 20th century, its echoes heard long into the 21st. Put to music by me. Equipment used consisted soft synth versions of the Sequential Prophet-5, Yamaha CS-80, Yamaha DX7, ARP Solina, Oberheim Matrix-12, Moog Mini, Moog Modular, Buchla Easel, Fairlight CMI, Mellotron, Eventide Harmonizer. For more, check out Magick.Me, our school for Magick, Meditation and Mysticism: www.magic...
Mar 27, 2023•25 min•Ep. 151
In this episode of the Magick.Me podcast, host Jason Louv interviews Douglas Rushkoff, the author of the newly released book Survival of the Richest: Escape Fantasies of the Tech Billionaires. In a time of growing inequality and technological upheaval, Rushkoff offers a fresh perspective on the future of our economy and society. Louv and Rushkoff explore topics such as the impact of technology on our lives, the dangers of a wealth-obsessed culture, and ways to build a more equitable future for a...
Mar 20, 2023•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 150
My old friend Joseph Flatley, cult journalist, talks about his recent book New Age Grifter: The True Story of Gabriel of Urantia and His Cosmic Family! A great conversation about cults, magick, hypnosis, cognitive biases and lots more. Here's the official book description: Gabriel of Urantia is the leader of a UFO religion based in the desert of southern Arizona. He has spent the last three decades weaving together his belief system, a tapestry of Eastern spirituality, Born Again Christianity, a...
Mar 14, 2023•2 hr 11 min•Ep. 149
Legendary game designer Mark Rein•Hagen—creator of the World of Darkness, Vampire: The Masquerade, Ars Magica, the upcoming Lostlorn, and many more—joins the podcast to talk about subjects as varied as the power of role-playing games as a medium, the war in Ukraine, using game theory to analyze global control systems, and lots, lots more. Getting the chance to do this podcast was a true honor and delight—enjoy it!
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 148
Author and documentary producer Ronnie Pontiac joins the podcast to discuss his new book American Metaphysical Religion, an epic journey through the occult undercurrents that run throughout United States history. I greatly enjoyed this interview delving deep into the occulted side of the American mind—dig it!
Feb 27, 2023•2 hr 11 min•Ep. 147
Carl Abrahamsson returns for the second part of our two-part conversation on magick, and talks about his new book SOURCE MAGIC, in which he charts an exploratory course through many known and unknown touchpoints of occulture, from Derek Jarman to the Prisoner to the Master Musicians of Jajouka, and offers his new grand unification theory of all magick to boot! To start learning magick now, check out our free guided meditation at: https://start.magick.me
Feb 20, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 146
Tobias Churton, scholar extraordinaire of the Western Esoteric Tradition, returns to the podcast for another conversation about the perennially fascinating Aleister Crowley; Churton has just released the sixth and final volume in his multi-part biography of the Great Beast, Aleister Crowley in Paris. Crowley aficianados and newbies alike will thrill and chill to this fantastic conversation as we follow Crowley on his romps through fin-de-siecle Paris. Enjoy!
Feb 14, 2023•2 hr 3 min•Ep. 145
Carl Abrahamsson is a writer, editor, photographer and tireless curator of global Occulture. (Source Magic, his latest book, is a series of essays that aims straight for the heart of the modern occultural movement, and proposes a new universal theory of magic to boot.) We sat down to talk about our mutual friend and mentor Genesis P-Orridge, now three years after her passing—and had an excellent, emotional and insightful conversation. Enjoy it! To start learning magick now, check out our free gu...
Feb 06, 2023•2 hr 3 min•Ep. 144
Antero Alli is a paratheatrical director and professional astrologer who has authored books on experimental theatre, astrology and Timothy Leary's 8-circuit model of consciousness. He has long been a pivotal figure in the magick scene, particularly due to his influential books AngelTech: A Modern Shaman's Guide to Reality Selection and All Rites Reversed. He was also recently diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, and has since declined treatment. Alli very graciously granted this longform inter...
Jan 31, 2023•1 hr 57 min•Ep. 143
Abdi Assadi is a spiritual counselor and healer with over 40 years of clinical practice. His work ceters on helping patients use their disease and dysfunction as a doorway to spiritual serenity. Through his decades of practice, he has learned that identifying and integrating the human shadow—those disowned or repressed puzzle pieces of self that wreak havoc in our lives—offers the most lasting healing for what ails us in body, mind, and spirit. He has studied Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese acu...
Jan 23, 2023•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 142
