Arcanvm Podcast

In E2S6 I sit down with British-Greek cultural historian, author, and artist Sasha Chaitow to discuss her past & upcoming work including a translation & commentary on Horappolon's Hieroglyphia, Greek identity and folk traditions, the role art in esotericism and scholarship, & much more.PRE-ORDER Horapollon's Hieroglyphica from Black Letter Press:https://www.blackletter-press.com/product-page/horapollo-hieroglyphica?fbclid=IwY2xjawJl8y1leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHjFb1jEYz_CXNTlsbvDORBaRoJd8iqgYqbWSoO0dRWRmkCYKQEL6AR0WX_D2_aem_nAUDxTG_zbzoMhGuXVYDJQDr. Sasha Chaitow:Website: https://sashachaitow.co.ukWriting: https://thyrathen.substack.comSUBSCRIBE to the ARCANVM Newsletter:https://ikebaker.com/newsletterFor all things Ike be sure to visit/message him at: https://ikebaker.comSUPPORT ARCANVM for $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/arcanvvm FOLLOW on Instagram: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m#greek #esoteric #history

In the premiere episode of Season 6 of the podcast I sit down with Wouter J. Hanegraaff, professor of Hermetic Philosophy & related currents at the University of Amsterdam. Professor Hanegraaff is one of the leading voices in the academic study of hermetism, hermeticism, and esotericism at large. His written works include Esotericism and the Academy: Rejected Knowledge in Western Culture, Western Esotericism: A Guide for the Perplexed, Hermetic Spirituality and the Historical Imagination: Altered States of Knowledge in Late Antiquity, and the forthcoming Esotericism in Western Culture: Counter-Normativity and Rejected Knowledge.It was a pleasure to speak with the professor on Hermeticism, the concept of the soul in antiquity, esotericism in western culture, his native home of Amsterdam, the interplay between practitioner communities and the academy and much more.Professor Hanegraaff: https://www.wouterjhanegraaff.net/abouthttps://uva.academia.edu/WouterHanegraaffhttps://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001JOKDBM?ccs_id=b0a98f09-1c45-4eac-b6b7-78b077337cb7ARCANVM Newsletter:https://ikebaker.com/newsletterFor all things Ike be sure to visit/message him at: https://ikebaker.comSUPPORT ARCANVM for $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvmFOLLOW on Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm FOLLOW on Instagram: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m#hermeticphilosophy #hermeticism #esoteric

In S5 E14 I sit down with author & astrologer John Michael Greer to discuss his latest book The Astrology of Nations. Our conversation takes us from the practice of mundane astrology, to astrological magic, astrological forecasts for the future, and much more. The Astrology of Nations: https://redfeathermbs.com/collections/redfeather-astrology-others/products/the-astrology-of-nations# JMG: https://www.ecosophia.net/ For all things Ike be sure to visit/message him at: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM for $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/@UCNTK70AOAOi9zMqOZFdvjeA FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Instagram: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #astrology #astrologypodcast #magic

IN S5 E13 I sit down with author, scholar, practitioner and editor in chief of Hadean Press, David Rankine. In his second appearance on the show, David and I discuss his latest work- Claves Intelligentiarium— a practical guide in the evocation of planetary intelligences. Claves Intelligentiarium: https://www.amazon.com/Claves-Intelligentiarum-David-Rankine/dp/1915933684 For all things Ike be sure to visit/message him at: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: http://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #magick #magic #podcast

In S5 E12 I sit down with writer, researcher, curator, and facilitator of Dream Mysteries, Sarah Janes to talk about mythology, the mysteries of dream life, dream incubation, the multivalent imagination and much more. Sarah: https://themysteries.org https://www.innertraditions.com/author/sarah-janes For all things Ike be sure to visit/leave him a message at: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #dream #luciddreams #spirituality #mythology

In S5 E11 I sit down with author, astrologer, alchemist, media personality and founder and director of studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies, Mark Stavish to discuss future sustainability for communities in esotericism, and the realities of administration, leadership, publishing, and preparation for the unfolding changing of the guard and globally shifting paradigms. Donate to the IHS Collection:https://gofund.me/6c5e8900 IHS Online:https://institute-for-hermetic-studies.teachable.com/courses/ REGISTER FOR Techniques of Graeco-Egyptian Theurgy: https://portal.argosdestinations.com/public/form/view/67450151a09985003a16ce1c TGET FULL ITINERARY: https://travefy.com/trip/6yw9rqtfkbpsqz2a2sjhd9vvdl7f3ta For all things Ike be sure to visit him/leave him a message: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #hermetic #sustainability #history #esoteric

In S5E10 I sit down with scholar and content creator Chris Cogger, host of the MYSTAI channel and co-host of The Living Mysteries podcast. We discuss the theory and practice of theurgic ceremonial, philosophy, the value of hymns in practical magic, esoteric archaeology and much more. Chris: https://mystai.co.uk https://www.youtube.com/ @mystai  https://chrislyon.substack.com/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5YpffE8BNg13Hg7bTPdIPO?si=c1dfbb7ee61c4bb7 For all things Ike be sure to visit:https://ikebaker.comSUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #philosophy #archaeology #magick #astrology

In S5E9 I sit down with the incomparable Peter Mark Adams to discuss energy healing, visionary experiences, his work with sacred symbols and images, the Hagia Sophia and much more! Peter:https://petermarkadams.com/ For all things Ike be sure to visit:https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https:patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #spirituality #healing #esoteric --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S5E8 I sit down with ally and James North of Holythorn Press. Sally and James released their co-authored book entitled A History of Irish Magic earlier this yer to international acclaim amongst both practitioners and historians of magic and esotericism. We discuss their research for the book, esoteric publishing company- Holythorn Press, the fusion of magic and Christianity, some very interesting bits of Golden Dawn history, and much more! Holythorn Press: https://www.holythornpress.com/ For all things Ike be sure to visit: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #magick #yeats #ireland --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S5E7 I sit down with author, tarot practitioner and iconographical researcher Christophe Poncet to talk about his fascinating and important discoveries, his upcoming volumes elaborating the findings of his research, his Tarot practice, and much more. Christophe: https://www.facebook.com/christophe.poncet.35 The Tarot of Marsilio: https://scarletimprint.com/publications/p/the-tarot-of-marsilio-down-here For all things Ike be sure to visit:https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #tarot #plato #spirituality --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S5E6 I sit down with author, folklorist, teacher, community leader, and WNC Appalachian native, Byron Ballard. We sat down to discuss some of her core values in community, the Appalachian folk traditions, magic, her book a Feral Church, extraction culture, what she refers to as “tower time” and much more. Byron: https://www.myvillagewitch.com/ A Feral Church: https://www.amazon.com/Feral-Church-Journey-Kinship-Goddess/dp/073877636X For all things Ike be sure to visit: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #folklore #magick #appalachia --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S5 E5 I sit down with with author, freemason, meditation specialist, and publisher (Lewis Masonic) Martin Faulks to discuss masonry, self-mastery, discipline, meditation, mysticism and more! Martin: https://martinfaulks.co.uk/ Lewis Masonic: https://www.lewismasonic.co.uk/ For all things Ike be sure to visit: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #meditation #freemasonry #selfimprovement #spirituality --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S5E4 I sit down with scholar and translator Kristin Mathis to have a fascinating and fun conversation about her work with the orphic tradition, pre-socratic history and philosophies, the magic of lyrics and much more. Kristin: https://mysteriamundi.substack.com https://kristinmathis.com For all things Ike be sure to visit: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #orphic #spirituality #history --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S5E3 I sit down with my friend and collaborator Dr. Mervat Abdel Nasser. Dr. Nasser has written psychological and philosophical commentaries on ancient Egyptian thought. In 2007, she took an early retirement from her job as consultant psychiatrist and senior lecturer at King's College and returned to Egypt to pursue her dream of founding the New Hermopolis - an Eco-village with the mission of harnessing Middle Egypt's heritage towards the cultural and economic development in the region of Minya, Egypt near the ruins of the ancient city of Hermopolis Magna. Dr. Nasser and myself are co-organizers of the Hermopolis symposium, hosted at her New Hermopolis village October 23rd to the 27th of this year, which will feature international scholars independent researchers and high-level practitioners in the fields of esotericism including Wouter Hanegraaff, Shannon Grimes, Charles Stang, Gregory Shaw, Mark Vernon, Aaron Cheak, Soledad Davies, Jaime Paul Lamb, P.D. Newman, Carl Hayden Smith, and many others. In addition to the on-site conference, the Arcanvm channel will be presenting a digital track as well, featuring digital presentations by Marlene Seven Bremner, Peter Mark Adams, Ronnie Pontiac, and others. Audiences can participate in the proceedings of the entirety of conference digitally by purchasing passes at the link below. Hermopolis Symposium DIGITAL passes: https://patreon.com/thenewhermopolisconference1/shop Mervat:https://newhermopolis.org https://hermopolis-foundation.org https://rubedo.press/mervat-nasser For all things Ike be sure to visit: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #egypt #spirituality #philosophy --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

My conversation today is with returning guest and editor in chief of the Masonic periodical the Fraternal Review, Angel Millar. We sat down today to talk about the October, 2024 issue — a masonic first — investigating Freemasonry and Paganism, the norse mythology of the poetic Eddas, pagan reconstructionism and more. Fraternal Review: https://www.theresearchlodge.com/subscribe?category=Subscriptions Angel: https://angelmillar.com/ SoCal Research: https://www.theresearchlodge.com/ For all things Ike be sure to visit: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #freemasonry #paganism #occult #esoteric --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In the premiere episode of Season 5 of the podcast, I sit down for a wonderful conversation with with author, translator, astrologer and practitioner Normandi Ellis to talk about her early work in translating ancient Egyptian texts, Egyptian magic, the power and limitations of words, angelology and the nature of spiritual entities, the importance of remaining mindful in practice, and much more. Visit Normandi online: https://normandiellis.com http://wordsofpower.com http://twoladiestravelco.com Please consider supporting Arcanvm on Patreon: https://patreon.com/arcanvm For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Purchase your DIGITAL passes for the Hermopolis Symposium: https://patreon.com/thenewhermopolisconference1 https://hermopolis-foundation.org/symposium Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: https://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #ancientegypt #angelology #magick #spirituality --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S4E13 - the ARCANVM S4 finale - I sit down with with philosopher, Platonist, and content creator Eric Orwoll. Eric's work in dialogue with various collaborators has positioned him as an outstanding voice in the study of Platonism. Specifically, his work in reviewing the Iamblichean curriculum of the Platonic dialogues, Proclus' Elements of Theology, and the dissertations and essays of Thomas Taylor on the various aspects of Platonism and Neoplatonism are among what I consider to be the most important influences in my own work. Eric: https://www.youtube.com/@understandingplato1134 https://returntotheland.org For all things Ike be sure to visit: https://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: https://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: https://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S4E12 I sit down with Brother Troy Spreeuw to discuss his start in Masonry and broader interests in western esotericism, his studies of the 19th and 20th century agent provocateur Aleister Crowley, the Masonic atmosphere in 2024 and the Esotericism in Freemasonry Conference, which he is organizing and hosting in Seattle Washington now in its 8th year... and much more. Esotericism in Freemasonry Conference: https://esotericmasonry.com The Mystic Tye: https://mystictye.com For all things Ike be sure to visit: https://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: https://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: https://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S4E11 I sit down with scholar, author, and publisher, Dr. Aaron Cheak. We talk about his journey through academia to alchemy, astrology, and esotericism, his work with his publishing company Rubedo Press, and much more. Aaron: https://www.aaroncheak.com/about https://rubedo.press/publications For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http:facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #alchemy #spirituality #esoteric --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S4E10 I sit down with author and alchemist Robert Allan Bartlett to discuss his journey in the alchemical traditions, his latest work with TriStar Alchemy, his upcoming work on Egyptian magic, continuing the legacy of his mentor Frater Albertus, and much more! TriStar Alchemy:http://tristaralchemy.org For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http:facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #alchemy #spirituality #magick --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S4E9 I sit down with astrologer, author, and co-host of the Plant Cunning podcast, Isaac Hill. Isaac is also in preparations to host the Plant Cunning Conference, a 4 day event taking place July 26-28, at Cohosh Creek Herb Farm & Sanctuary in Columbus, NY. Isaac and I sat down to talk about astrology western and eastern, herbalism and the plant cunning podcast, his new book entitled the Heathen Golden Dawn, and much more. Isaac:https://www.amazon.com/Heathen-Golden-Dawn-Complete-Ceremonial/dp/180152128X Plant Cunning Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/plantcunning Plant Cunning Conference 2024: https://www.facebook.com/share/CwEGPncejyEaogQm/ For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http:facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #herbalism #spirituality #astrology --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S4E8 I sit down with author, researcher, musician and award-winning documentary producer, Ronnie Pontiac. Ronnie and his long term partner Tamra Lucid also collaborate to form the rock duo Lucid Nation and were both closely mentored at an early age by the famed 20th century occultist and scholar of comparative religions Manly Palmer Hall. I sat down with Ronnie to discuss music, disenchantment, magic, the Orphic mysteries and more. Toward the end of our discussion, Ronnie reveals candid details about the final days of his mentor Manly Hall. Ronnie: https://linktr.ee/lucidnationmedia https://www.facebook.com/ronnie.pontiac For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #orphic #music #manlypalmerhall --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S4E7 I sit down with the late Pierre Grimes to discuss his early formative journey in philosophy, as well as a few of our shared favorite subjects including Platonism, Taoism, psycho-philosophical perspectives of the Self, and more. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Pierre Grimes. Pierre: https://www.noeticsociety.org/pierre-...https://www.amazon.com/Books-Pierre-G... For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #philosophy #plato #esoteric --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S4E6 I sit down with with Astrologer, scholar, instructor, and founder and director of the Psicocymatica school of astrology, Soledad Davies. We talk about modern scholarship in esotericism, her thorough academic training, her astrological practice, and early experiences with astrology, and much more! Psicocymatica: http://psicocymatica.com The New Hermopolis International Conference: https://thenewhermopolisconference.org/ For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #astrology #astrologer #astrologia --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S4E5 I talk with Brothers Jason Richards, Jon Ruark, and Joe Martinez, joint co-hosts of the Masonic Roundtable podcast. We have a discussion about the past, present, and future of the Freemasonic fraternity, the esoteric core of Freemasonry, ESOTERICON 2024 and The Southeastern Masonic Symposium and much more! MRT Podcast: https://themasonicroundtable.com/https://www.youtube.com/user/masonicroundtable ESOTERICON2024:https://www.esotericon.net SOUTHEASTERN MASONIC SYMPOSIUM:https://semasonicsymharmony.uwu.ai/ For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.comSupport Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #freemasonry #spirituality #esoteric --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S4E4 I sit down with long-time author, practitioner, and chief of the magical order of the aurora area, Nick Farrell. We talk about occulture then & now, magical evocation, talismanic consecration, modern eclecticism and much more! Nick: https://www.nickfarrell.it/ For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #magic #magick #paganism #spirituality --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S4E3 I sit down with author, practitioner, & devotee of the goddess Isis, M. Isidora Forrest. She & I had sat down to talk about some of her upcoming literary work, devotion to the goddess Isis, her recent trip to Egypt, Hermetic texts in translation, the Egyptian mysteries, deity-form work, and much more! Isidora's Blog: http://isiopolis.com For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #egyptian #magic #magick #spirituality --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S4 E2 I sit down with veteran practitioner and host of the Magick Without Fears Hermetic Podcast, Frater R.C. We sit down to talk about Golden Dawn traditions of magic, the angelic conversations of John Dee and Edward Kelley, his EnochiaCon in Vancouver, Canada this July, and much more! Arcane Research Society & EnochaCon 2024: https://www.arcaneresearchsociety.com/ Frater R.C. (Magick Without Fears Hermetic Podcast): https://open.spotify.com/show/1GO0EvFpWRdMLy3HjhMoXN https://www.hermeticmysteryschool.com/hermetic-podcasts For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http:facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In the premiere of Season 4 of the podcast I sit down with scholar, professor, and host of the extremely popular Esoterica channel, Dr. Justin Sledge. We discuss some of his latest work with the channel, identity in occultism, a synthesis of practitioner and academic insight in burgeoning fields of esoteric scholarship, the question of belief in esotericism, and much more! Dr. Sledge: https://www.justinsledge.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@UCoydhtfFSk1fZXNRnkGnneQ For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #esoterica #spirituality #occult #esoteric --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In the final episode of Season 3 of the Arcanvm Podcast, I sit down with author, practitioner, & Vermont state representative Kirk White. We talk about Kirk's journey through esotericism, his experience in founding the Cherry Hill Seminary, perspectives on magic & spirituality, and much more! Kirk:http://revkirkwhite.com http://laurelinretreat.com For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #magick #spirituality #occult #freemasonry --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S3 E15 I sit down with influential and renown Medieval and Renaissance astrologer, Christopher Warnock. We have a discussion on his work over the past 2+ decades, serious astrological praxis, the philosophical mind games inherent in postmodern atheistic paradigms of magic, and much more! Christopher: http://renaissanceastrology.com For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreaon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #astrology #astrologer #magick --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S3 E14 I sit down with herbalist, historian, author, & practitioner Rebecca Beyer of Blood and Spicebush. We talk about her recent books (Wild Withcraft; Mountain Magic) historical research, finding a sense of place, herbal medicine and magic, and much more! Rebecca: http://bloodandspicebush.com Mountain Magic (2023) - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/mountain-magic-rebecca-beyer/1141929197 Wild Witchcraft (2022) -https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/wild-witchcraft-rebecca-beyer/1140360538 For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreaon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #spirituality #magick #herbal #witchcraft --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S3 E13 I sit down with composer, author, translator, and practitioner Cory C. Childs to discuss their music, translation work philosophy of magic, community leadership, and much more! We also have a first for the channel: In this episode, we begin with a musical piece of Cory's entitled "The Evocation of the Sun." Cory:http://theshininglyre.comCory's book "A Little Orphic Initiation":https://www.amazon.com/Little-Orphic-Initiation-Pieces-Poetry/dp/B0CR7QYMCH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1QUKACYH5HJ7P&keywords=a+little+orphic+initiation&qid=1706894713&sprefix=a+little+orphic+i%2Caps%2C133&sr=8-1For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.comSupport Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreaon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.mFacebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com#music #magic #magick --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S3 E12 I sit down with author, film director, artist and alchemist Brian Cotnoir for a conversation on his alchemical work, new book, creative process, and much more! Brian: https://khepripress.com/ For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreaon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #alchemy #art #spirituality --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S3 E11 I sit down with professor of Religious Studies for Arizona State University, Freemason, and author Nathan Schick. We dicuss his new book The Grand Communication, released in late 2023 by Tria Prima Press, Freemasonic history, the esoteric path and much more! The Grand Communication: https://triaprima.co/product/the-grand-communication/ For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #freemasonry #history #occult --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S3 E10, I sit down with practitioner, author, and founder of the brand Practical Occult, Alison Chicosky. We discuss her latest work on the Secrets of Helios, some perspectives on magic, working with the Greek Magical Papyri or PGM and more… Alison: http://practicaloccult.com For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #occult #magick #magic --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S3 E9 I sit down with the affable, eloquent, and brilliant practitioner, and host of the top tier Thoth-Hermes Podcast, Rudolf Berger. We talk about the state of contemporary occultism, shamanic traveling, binaural sound, our common love for conversation, magic, masonry, music, and more. Rudolf/Thoth-Hermes Podcast:http://thothermes.com For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.mFacebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #occult #spirituality #magick --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S3 E8 I sit down with author, lecturer, and contemplative mason, Brother Chuck Dunning. We take questions, and topics for discussion from listeners, which leads us to an in-depth conversation on Masonry, Rosicrucian symbolism, the Divine Feminine, and much more! Chuck: https://chuckdunning.com/ For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #occult #esoteric #spirituality --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S3 E7 I speak with my friend and brother, the inimitable Greg Kaminsky, for a conversation on his journey from western esoteric scholarship to eastern spiritual apprenticeship, his work as an author and practitioner, his experience in seeking - and finding - on the spiritual Path, and much more! Join us for an excellent and heartfelt conversation. Greg: https://occultofpersonality.net/https://www.anathemapublishing.com/gr... For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon:   / arcanvm   Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook:   / arcanvvm   Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #occult #esoteric #spirituality --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S3 E6 I sit down with scholar, author, and translator M. R. Osborne to discuss his latest work translating Martinez de Pasqually's "Treatise on the Reintegration of Beings" with Rose Circle Publications, and our recent collaboration on its audiobook release. Along the way we touch on history, theory, and praxis of the Knight Masons Elect Priests of the Universe-- the Elus Coens. Join us for an exquisite conversation on one of our favorite topics, and much more!Treatise on the Reintegration of Beings audiobook:https://www.audible.com/pd/Martinez-de-Pasqually-Treatise-on-the-Reintegration-of-Beings-into-Their-Original-Property-Virtue-and-Divine-Spiritual-Power-Audiobook/B0CN1WRJQ3M.R. Osborne:https://www.mrosborne.co.uk/Hard Copy of the Treatise via Rose Circle Books:https://rosecirclebooks.com/published-books/Ike Baker:http://ikebaker.comSupport Arcanvm on Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.mFacebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com#eluscoens #spirituality #magick --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S3E5, I sit down with author, scholar, and practitioner David Rankine to discuss his most recent work, The Grimoire Enyclopaedia. In the process we wander into several dimly lit corners of magical theory and practice, which David proceeds to enlighten with some of his hard-won insights over four decades of research and experience. The Grimoire Encyclopaedia via Hadean Press: https://www.hadeanpress.com/shop-book...https://www.hadeanpress.com/shop-book... David: https://www.davidrankine.com/ Ike: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm for $5/mo.: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow Ike & the Arcanvm Channel: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m (IG) http://facebook.com/Arcanvvm (FB) Contact Ike: arcanvvm@gmail.com #grimoire #magick #magic #occult --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S3E4 I sit down with author & host of Aeon Byte Gnostic Radio, Miguel Conner. We sat down to talk about gnosticism- ancient & modern, shamanism as a spiritual modality, embracing the ambiguity of life, and much more! Miguel is a particularly gifted conversationalist, and this conversation was great fun! Click the link below to check out his show & other content! Miguel: http://thegodabovegod.com Ike Baker: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm for $5/mo.: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow Ike & the Arcanvm Channel: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m (IG) Facebook: http://facebook.com/Arcanvvm Contact Ike: arcanvvm@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In Season 3 Episode 3 I sit down with writer, teacher, musician, minister, and reiki and pagan magical practitioner, Irene Glasse of Glasse Witch Cottage. We discuss magical community service, healing, the duties of being a pagan religious professional, and much more! Enjoy, and check out Irene's links below: Irene Glasse: glassewitchcottage.com https://www.facebook.com/irene.glasse linktr.ee/kindredcrow Ike Baker: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm for $5/mo.: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow Ike & the Arcanvm Channel: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m (IG) Facebook: http://facebook.com/Arcanvvm Contact Ike: arcanvvm@gmail.com #paganism #spirituality #witch --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In season 3 episode 2 I sit down with translator (the Hermetic Physician: The Magical Teachings of Giuliano Kremmerz and the Fraternity of Myriam, 2022) author (The Magic Door - A Study on the Italic Hermetic Tradition: Myth, Magic, and Metamorphosis in the Western Inner Traditions, 2019) and scholar David Pantano. We had an excellent and fascinating discussion on Hesperia, the healing practices of Giuliano Kremmerz, the work of Renaissance Magic Marsilio Ficino, Pico della Mirandola, and Giordano Bruno, the Italic Hermetic Traditions, and more! This is one of the most interesting and significant areas of Western esotericism and history in general for me and no one knows it like David. David Pantano: https://www.innertraditions.com/author/david-pantano https://www.facebook.com/david.pantano.5 Ike Baker: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm for $5/mo.: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow Ike & the Arcanvm Channel: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m (IG) http://facebook.com/Arcanvvm Contact Ike: arcanvvm@gmail.com #hermeticism #hesperia #esotericism --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

Welcome to the Season 3 Premiere of the Arcanvm Podcast! I have the extreme pleasure of leading it off with a *fantastic* conversation with my good friend, the esoteric cartographer David Chaim Smith. David continually astounds me with both his profound spiritual insight, and grounded personality. Join us for the first part of a conversation on David's work, Kabbalah, mysticism, Platonic philosophy, psychology, and much, much more! (Part II available for streaming on Patreon - http://patreon.com/arcanvm) David Chaim Smith: http://thethirtytwokeys.com (Video Courses) http://davidchaimsmith.com Ike Baker: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm for $5/mo.: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow Ike & the Arcanvm Channel: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m (IG) http://facebook.com/Arcanvvm Contact Ike: arcanvvm@gmail.com #kabbalah #qabala #spirituality --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S2E9 I sit down with author, Solomonic practitioner, ordained Priest, & Golden Dawn Adept Fr. Aaron Leitch, for a conversation on magical best practices, forming relationships with the spirit world, the future of magic and AI, and much more! Sit back, enjoy, and check out the links below for more! ----------------------------------------------- Aaron's Blog: http://aaronleitch.wordpress.com Doc Solomon's Occult Curios: https://docsolomons.com/wp/ Ike: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm for $5/mo.: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow Ike & the Arcanvm Channel: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m (IG) http://facebook.com/Arcanvvm Contact Ike: arcanvvm@gmail.com #grimoire #magick #occult --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S2E8 I sit down with the brilliant Marlene Seven Bremner. A visual artist, and author, Seven has synthesized Hermeticism, alchemy, and artistic vision for a new generation. Join us for a chat on alchemy, hermeticism, art, the power and significance of the Imagination as a tool of transformation, and much more! Be sure to check out the links below! ------------------------------------------------ Seven: IG: @m7artist web: http://marlenesevenbremner.com amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Hermetic-Marriage-Art-Alchemy-Imagination/dp/1644112906 Ike: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm for $5/mo.: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow Ike & the Arcanvm Channel: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m (IG) http://facebook.com/Arcanvvm Contact Ike: arcanvvm@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S2E7 I sit down with author, and director of studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies, Mark Stavish to talk about the Institute's upcoming course on the Three Books of Occult Philosophy of Cornelius Agrippa, western initiatic traditions, the "here, and hereafter," and the ultimate awakening of humanity. See the link below to check out/register for the upcoming course on Agrippa's Three Books (Begins Monday, August 21st): The Three Books of Occult Philosophy: The Foundation of Western Esotericism Explored: https://institute-for-hermetic-studies.teachable.com/p/the-three-books-of-occult-philosophy-the-foundation-of-western-esotericism-explored Mark's webpage: http://hermeticinstitute.org Ike's webpage: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm for $5/mo.: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow Ike & the Arcanvm Channel: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m (IG) http://facebook.com/Arcanvvm Contact Ike: arcanvvm@gmail.com #esotericism #occult #spirituality --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S2E6 I sit down for a chat with the incomparable JMG - John Michael Greer. An occult author and practitioner of such quality AND quantity, he's somewhat of a legend in his own time. Truly a magician for all seasons, it was a pleasure to talk with JMG about his work in and enjoyment of occult fiction, his quixotic path to being an Arch-druid, his passion for environmentalism, and much more! LIKE, SUB, SHARE! And please consider contributing the ARCANVM Patreon - Link below. JMG: http://ecosophia.net Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: http://facebook.com/Arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Thank you for your support! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #jmg #esotericism #occult #fiction #magic #magick #esotericism #environmentalism #spirituality --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S2E5 I sit down with author, scholar, and researcher Stewart Clelland to talk about his translations of Eliphas Levi, Martinez de Pasqually, the Elus Coens, and more! -------------------------------------------------------------------- Stewart Clelland: https://sjaclelland.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------------- Arcanvm: Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

In S2E4 I sit down with Department Head of Religious & Ethical Studies at Meredith College, Professor Shannon Grimes to discuss her book "Becoming Gold", Zosimos of Panopolis, and the Hellenistic/Hermetic alchemical tradition of late antiquity. Patreon: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support