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Jack Stafford and guest co-host Jerry Kettle engage with Ronnie Pontiac, a renowned writer and expert in metaphysics. This episode dives into the intricate world of metaphysical traditions across various cultures, exploring the universal themes of love, the dichotomy of the self, and the evolution of the soul towards higher consciousness, as featured in Pontiac's 'American Metaphysical Religion'. Additionally, Pontiac discusses his latest work, 'The Magic of the Orphic Hymns', co-authored with his wife Tamara, providing insights into its historical and cultural significance, its influence on counter-cultures, and how it serves as a practical guide to personal spirituality. Viewers are encouraged to delve deeper into the realms of metaphysical practices and the transformative power of the Orphic hymns, with opportunities to connect with Pontiac through social media for further discussion and exploration. 00:00 Welcome to Mysticast: Unveiling Metaphysics and Mysticism 00:25 Introducing Special Guests and Co-Hosts 01:05 Exploring American Metaphysical Religion with Ronnie Pontiac 01:40 Unraveling the Threads of Universal Truths 02:34 The Power of Love Across Cultures and Religions 04:43 Understanding the Soul's Journey and Spiritual Practices 30:01 The Role of Service, Karma, and Spiritual Energy in Enlightenment 42:10 A Journey of Synchronicity and Spiritual Influence 42:55 Volunteering and Unexpected Opportunities 43:59 An Unlikely Assignment: The Alchemical Bibliography 45:33 Learning and Growing Under Guidance 47:18 The Power of Presence and Influence 52:41 Channeling and the Unobstructed Universe 52:57 The Story of Stuart and Betty White 54:56 The Philosophy of Consciousness Evolution 01:04:05 Understanding the Afterlife and Spiritual Practices 01:12:59 The Essence of Spiritual Paths and the Power of Love 01:15:04 Concluding Thoughts and Recommendations - - - - Resources related to The Aetherius Society and advanced teachings - - - - - The Aetherius Society - https://www.aetherius.org/ Aetherius Radio Live - https://www.aetherius.org/podcasts/ Spiritual Freedom Show - https://www.aetherius.org/the-spiritual-freedom-show/ King Yoga FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/awakeningthroughkingyoga The International Mystic Knowledge Center - http://www.mysticknowledge.org/ IMKC youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/MysticKnowledge

Ronnie Pontiac is an author, researcher, and cultural historian with deep roots in the esoteric underground of America. A former personal apprentice to Manly P. Hall—one of the most respected occult philosophers of the 20th century—Ronnie has firsthand experience with mystery traditions, hidden orders, and the teachings that shape the metaphysical counterculture. He is the author of American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World, a comprehensive chronicle of secret traditions influencing the United States. His work explores the Rosicrucians, Theosophy, Gnosticism, Freemasonry, and the many syncretic spiritual movements that helped shape alternative spirituality in the West.Ronnie's deep dives into historical occultism, spiritual revolutionaries, and initiatory wisdom offer rare insight into the forces that continue to influence modern metaphysics and consciousness studies.Website & Links:Ronnie's Linktree @RonniePontiacInstagram: @ronniepontiacBook: American Metaphysical Religion (available on Amazon)INTRO (for video/audio):Tonight on the Typical Skeptic Podcast, we welcome Ronnie Pontiac—esoteric historian, author, and a direct student of Manly P. Hall—to explore the mysterious and often misunderstood tradition of the Rosicrucians. Who were they really? What ancient knowledge were they guarding? And how have their secret teachings influenced everything from Freemasonry to the New Age movement? Tune in as we unveil the veiled with a true initiate of the mystery schools.DISCLAIMER (for all readings/occult content):The views and opinions expressed in this episode are for informational and entertainment purposes only and do not constitute professional, medical, or legal advice. The Typical Skeptic Podcast encourages independent research and critical thinking.DONATION LINKS (your links only, as requested):Support the show:PayPal: paypal.me/typicalskepticmediaCashApp: $kalil1121Venmo: @robert-kalilBuy Me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/typicalskepticHASHTAGS:#RonniePontiac #Rosicrucians #OccultHistory #EsotericTraditions #MysterySchools #ManlyPHall #Freemasonry #SecretSocieties #SpiritualAwakening #TypicalSkepticPodcast #AlternativeHistory #HiddenWisdom #AmericanMetaphysicalReligionTAGS (YouTube/social):Ronnie Pontiac, Rosicrucians, Typical Skeptic Podcast, Manly P. Hall, Mystery Schools, Occult Philosophy, Secret Societies, Esoteric Knowledge, American Metaphysical Religion, Freemasonry, Gnosticism, Spiritual History, Hidden Orders, Consciousness, Atlantis, Alchemy

My guest this episode is writer, scholar, teacher, and astrologer, RONNIE PONTIAC. I've been impressed and informed by Ronnie's esoteric work for awhile now, and finally, we got to have our first conversation. And it's a profound one...We talk about the need for a spiritual path in our moment, and how the alternative is... well, quite grim. We talk about how spirituality can lead us into a path of hatred and personal gain. We talk about my suspicion about astrology, how I think it works, how I think it does't work, why so much of it is wrong (and why Ronnie is so often right!). And there's so much more on this episode (Including my extended intro on the esoteric aim of being a Friend To Humanity.)Ronnie was a key figure at the Philosophical Research Society founded in 1934 by Manly Palmer Hall. The PRS is still around, and promotes, teaches, and offers research opportunities into the esoteric & philosophical of all societies; with the values of freedom, community, objective study, and inclusiveness at its core. He's the author most recently of American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World. His forthcoming book, which can preorder now, is The Rosicrucian Counterculture: The Origins and Influence of the Invisible Society.

The Unobstructed Way with Ronnie Pontiac Ronnie Pontiac was the personal research assistant for Manly P. Hall at the Philosophical Research Society in Los Angeles. He is author of American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World. He is coauthor with Tamra Lucid of The Magic of the Orphic Hymns: A New … Continue reading "The Unobstructed Way with Ronnie Pontiac"

Magic: Chaos and Transcendental with Ronnie Pontiac Ronnie Pontiac was the personal research assistance for Manly P. Hall at the Philosophical Research Society in Los Angeles. He is author of American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World. He is coauthor with Tamra Lucid of The Magic of the Orphic Hymns: A … Continue reading "Magic: Chaos and Transcendental with Ronnie Pontiac"

In today's episode, I interview Ronnie Pontiac, a scholar and lecturer on esoteric philosophy who first started out as Manly P. Hall's personal research assistant in the 1980s. In this chat, we talk in-depth about Manly Hall, while also delving into the contents of Ronnie's recent book,  "American Metaphysical Religion". Table of contents:1. Introduction to Ronnie Pontiac and His Work (00:00:00 - 00:05:13)2. The Influence of Manly P. Hall on Esoteric Philosophy (00:05:14 - 00:14:12)3. Personal Stories from Working with Manly P. Hall (00:14:13 - 00:25:32)4. Hall's Eastern Philosophy Influence and Later Work (00:25:33 - 00:45:28)5. Mystical Experiences and Hall's Death (00:45:29 - 01:06:54)6. Post-Manly Hall: Ronnie's Shift to Music and Writing (01:06:55 - 02:00:00)7. Hall's Legacy in Esoteric and Popular Culture (02:00:01 - 02:39:00)8. Final Reflections and Potential Future Collaborations (02:39:01 - 03:20:00)Ronnie site: https://ronniepontiac.medium.com/Ronnie's books: https://www.innertraditions.com/author/ronnie-pontiacMy website: www.alexsachon.comMy Substack: thewisdomtradition.substack.comSend us a text

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

American Metaphysical Religion (AMR), appropriation in AMR, the role of the melting pot, can Westerns truly grasp traditions outside their own?, Pierre Bernard, tantra, the first American trantra, Pascal Beverly Randolph, Sufism, Christian Science, Mark Baker Eddy, Inayat Khan, Noor Inayat Khan, World War II, Rosicrucianism, Rosicrucian Fellowship, Max Heindel, Theosophy, Los Angeles, Manly P. Hall, Philosophical Research Society (PRS), Dashiell Hammett, The Dain Curse  Music by: Keith Allen Dennishttps://keithallendennis.bandcamp.com/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Astrologer and esoteric scholar Ronnie Pontiac joins us to discuss what may await us beyond death

Gods, Egregores, and Archetypes with Ronnie Pontiac Ronnie Pontiac was the personal research assistance for Manly P. Hall at the Philosophical Research Society in Los Angeles. He is author of American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World. He is coauthor with Tamra Lucid of The Magic of the Orphic Hymns: A … Continue reading "Gods, Egregores, and Archetypes with Ronnie Pontiac"

  In this episode we are joined by Greg Shaw, PD Newman, Ronnie Pontiac, and Diane Zingale in a roundtable dialog to discuss our thoughts on the fundamental nature of Theurgy, and what could be unraveled regarding a living practice for the modern aspirant   P.D Newman https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/P-D-Newman/210654539 Ronnie Pontiac https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Ronnie-Pontiac/195479184 Greg Shaw https://stonehill.academia.edu/GregoryShaw Diane Zingale https://lvx.org/                

Join Ronnie Pontiac on Rebel Spirit Radio as he explores the profound lives and mystical journeys of Stewart Edward White and Elizabeth 'Betty' White. Discover their contributions to the metaphysical traditions, including Betty's channeling of “the Invisibles” and her continued messages after death. Ronnie also reflects on consciousness, the interconnectedness of all things, and the importance of wonder. Support Rebel Spirit Radio https://patreon.com/rebelspirit https://paypal.me/rebelspiritradio Ronnie Pontiac https://ronniepontiac.medium.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@ronniepontiac Connect with Rebel Spirit on Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelspiritradio X: @RebelSpiritRad Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebelspiritradio https://www.rebelspiritradio.com  

Awakening of the Goddess Sekhmet with Ronnie Pontiac Ronnie Pontiac was the personal research assistance for Manly P. Hall at the Philosophical Research Society in Los Angeles. He is author of American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World. He is coauthor with Tamra Lucid of The Magic of the Orphic Hymns: … Continue reading "Awakening of the Goddess Sekhmet with Ronnie Pontiac"

This week on Black Hoodie Alchemy, my cohort Seedperson1 and I build off of the discussions we've had in the last two episodes (shoutout to Chris Fiato!) as we dive into the history of modern parapsychology. What did these diligent scientists -- funded by the prestigious Duke University -- find out about extra-sensory perception over their decades of study? Get your inner X-Man on this episode as we talk about people being tested in labs for telepathy, clairvoyance, remote viewing, telekinesis, and more! We also try and understand the distinctions between what one might call ESP and what one might call "mysticism" or "spiritualism" involving trance states. It's a bit of psychology, statistics, sociology, pharmacology, chaos theory, maybe some quantum theory, a lot of Jungian and Hermetic sentiments, and so much more coming together this week as we dive down this historical rabbit-hole and sink our teeth into the meat of the data. RELATED CONTENT: ⁠DIVE MANUAL AUDIOBOOK⁠⁠ ⁠HUNT MANUAL⁠ ⁠⁠BHA LINKTREE w books, shorts, and much more⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Chris on Insta⁠⁠ ⁠Seed on Insta⁠ ⁠⁠Paranormality Magazine w my Sasquatch chaos magick article! SHOW SOURCES: JB Rhine Bio Legacy of the Duke Parapsychology Program ESP book from Sacred Texts Mitch Horowitz on JB Rhine's work This week's featured music is from the homies Ronnie Pontiac and Tamra Lucid -- the duo of LUCID NATION (and both students and friends of the late great esoteric philosopher Manly P. Hall)! Night Prowler - Lucid Nation Las Vegas - Lucid Nation Coyote - Lucid Nation LA River - Lucid Nation --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackhoodiealchemy/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackhoodiealchemy/support

Ronnie Pontiac studied under the amazing Manly P. Hall for over 7 years and he's here to spread some of the most divine, spiritual and enlightening wisdom he's learned since then. Absolutley fascinating conversation. Stay Weird!To Find Ronnie's work—> https://www.innertraditions.com/author/ronnie-pontiacPhilosiphical Research Society—> https://www.prs.orgRonnie's Medium Page—> https://ronniepontiac.medium.com/star-weather-astrology-report-6-23-6-30-9a91f46cd1e1To Sign Up For The Meta Mysteries Patreon—> https://www.patreon.com/MetaMysteriesFor 10% OFF Orgonite----> Click Here! (Use Code: ONE)Reach out to us! ---> MetaMysteries111@gmail.comInquire about a Past Life Regression---> MetaHypnosis@Protonmail.comGive us a follow on Instagram---> @MetaMysteries Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/meta-mysteries--5795466/support.

Manly & Marie Hall: A Metaphysical Romance with Ronnie Pontiac Ronnie Pontiac was the personal research assistance for Manly P. Hall at the Philosophical Research Society in Los Angeles. He is author of American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World. He is coauthor with Tamra Lucid of The Magic of the … Continue reading "Manly & Marie Hall: A Metaphysical Romance with Ronnie Pontiac"

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

Ronnie Pontiac joins the show to discuss his amazing insights into the esoteric world! We dive into his time working as the assistant of Manly P. Hall (author of “The Secret Teachings of All Ages”), the core and recurring truth of all spiritual traditions, waking up from the sleep of human existence, stopping “spiritual leakage”, the meditative teachings of “The Secret of the Golden Flower”, watching MTV with Manly P. Hall, mystical experiences arising from the Orphic Hymns, alchemist Puritans, the amazing life of Paschal Beverly Randolph, and the "ladders" of spiritual attainment. Ronnie Pontiac is the author of “American Metaphysical Religion” and “The Magic of the Orphic Hymns”. --------- Note: The views and opinions expressed by guests on the Spirit World Center Podcast do not necessarily represent those of the Spirit World Center or its staff. --------- GUEST LINKS Instagram: @theronniepontiac YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theronniepontiac Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ronnie.pontiac --------- SPIRIT WORLD CENTER LINKS Website: https://www.spiritworldcenter.com/ Instagram @spirit_world_center YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thespiritworldcenter

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This week on Black Hoodie Alchemy, we have another special guest: the wonderful, talented and laid-back Ronnie Pontiac. Ronnie is the author of books like 'American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World', he's part of the punk rock duo Lucid Nation with his wife Tamra Lucid, and he also just so happened to work as the great Manly P. Hall's research assistant and substitute lecturer for the last seven years of Hall's life. For the first half of the show, we talk about the legacy of Manly Hall as seen and experienced by Ronnie and his wife, who were completely taken under the wing of Hall and his wife in a relationship that eventually grew to feel like grandparents and grandchildren. Ronnie shares many candid stories about Manly Hall and gives us further insights into his philosophies and personal conduct, but beyond this we also get into Ronnie's work 'American Metaphysical Religion', and what it means to consider American spirituality from an outside perspective that focuses less on labels and more on actual conduct. The insights from these perspectives are huge, and include contexts like, for instance, all of the alchemists that were prevalent in Colonial America. Yes, the history of America is a whole lot more esoteric than the 'Pilgrim' stereotypes would lead us believe, and with all this context, Ronnie helps me take a look at modern American spirituality as well. And if that wasn't enough, we also get a little bit into the philosophies of DIY punk rock and even astrology! It was a great pleasure sitting down to chat with Ronnie, and we will definitely be getting him back on the show before too long -- we hope you dig it. my linktree with my books & more Ronnie on Instagram Ronnie on 'Medium' Ronnie's books on Amazon Tamra's book about Manly Hall This week's featured music is brought to you by the wild punk talents of LUCID NATION -- music done by the guest and his wife, Ronnie Pontiac and Tamra Lucid! Penetration - Lucid Nation Food Chain - Lucid Nation Privilege - Lucid Nation Dad - Lucid Nation --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackhoodiealchemy/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackhoodiealchemy/support

Ronnie Pontiac is a spiritual mystic, musician, author of American metaphysical religion & the magic of the Orphic hymns: a new translation for the modern mystic. We had a great chat about Manly P Hall & the hidden history of the metaphysical in America. Ronnie's Links:https://www.instagram.com/theronniepontiac/?hl=en

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    In this episode we speak with musician, author, and researcher Ronnie Pontiac to discuss all things Orphic.  Mr Pontiac has released a new book with co-author Tamra Lucid "The Magic of the Orphic Hymns; A new translation for the modern mystic" which is a detailed survey into the history and practice of Orphism and provides valuable context and commentary for this extremely influential and important tradition.   https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Ronnie-Pontiac/195479184   https://www.instagram.com/theronniepontiac/?hl=en   https://www.youtube.com/lucidnation     Outro by LOLOMIS        

This week on Black Hoodie Alchemy, I'm joined by the wonderful and well-studied Hermeticist, Ashley Ryan AKA Pythian Priestess of tiktok (witchtok to be specific) and her investigative occult podcast, The Occult Unveiled, which you can find on all platforms. While tiktok is not usually on this podcast's radar, it's worth noting a bit since our guest has nearly half a million followers, and she is a refreshing example of a genuine person, putting out authentic content on tiktok (among other places), and it goes to show that you should never judge a book by its social media platform!⁠ As for more serious matters, Ashley is an intriguing esoteric student, living in Los Angeles, doing consistent volunteer work at Manly P. Halls' Philosophical Research Society and working with a disciplined unnamed Hermetic Order in LA -- all with her tiktok virality and her detailed podcast on top. Of particular note from her own show -- and a topic I bring up in our discussion here -- she's interviewed Manly P. Hall's last living personal student, Ronnie Pontiac, a name I hope to get in contact with in the future. Coming from the LA punk rock scene as a teenager, Ronnie's story about his time with Hall is touching, informative, and we just barely scratch the surface of the entire story. So along with the life and times of the esoteric philosopher Manly P. Hall, we discuss some of Ashley's personal esoteric story, hermeticism in the modern day, the dangers of New Age cults, navigating the vapidness of the social media grind for positive reasons, magical philosophy, and of course we get into some Jung and shadow work! BHA PATREON BHA DISCORD BHA LINKTREE WITH MY BOOKS, WEBSITE, ETC This week's featured music - don't forget to support that black hoodie rap and all your favorite independent artists! City of Dreams - Babylon Warchild Divide - Salt Original Spirit - Negative Blast Gutted - Sat --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackhoodiealchemy/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackhoodiealchemy/support

Ronnie Pontiac was the personal research assistance for Manly P. Hall at the Philosophical Research Society in Los Angeles. He is author of American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World. He is coauthor with Tamra Lucid of The Magic of the Orphic Hymns: A New Translation for the Modern Mystic. Here … Continue reading "The Orphic Mysteries with Ronnie Pontiac"

Ronnie Pontiac was the personal research assistance for Manly P. Hall at the Philosophical Research Society in Los Angeles. He is coauthor with Tamra Lucid of The Magic of the Orphic Hymns: A New Translation for the Modern Mystic. He is author of American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World. Here … Continue reading "Twenty-first Century Mysticism with Ronnie Pontiac"

In this Talk Gnosis, Ronnie Pontiac returns to offer an in-depth exploration of the enigmatic Orpheus myth, its profound impact on Western countercultures, and how the ancient Orphic Hymns can bring this power into your life. In his book with Tamra Lucid, “The Magic of the Orphic Hymns: A New Translation for the Modern Mystic,” […]

Ronnie Pontiac returns to Rebel Spirit Radio to discuss his latest book, co-written with his wife Tamra Lucid, The Magic of the Orphic Hymns a New Translation for the Modern Mystic. Ronnie discusses the history and myth of Orpheus and the Orphic tradition, Orpheus as a countercultural figure, the influence the Orphic hymns have had on literature, art, poetry, and Western esotericism, and so, much more. Support Rebel Spirit Radio https://patreon.com/rebelspirit https://paypal.me/rebelspiritradio Ronnie Pontiac https://www.instagram.com/theronniepontiac/ The Magic of the Orphic Hymns Inner Traditions https://www.innertraditions.com/books/the-magic-of-the-orphic-hymns Bookshop.org https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-magic-of-the-orphic-hymns-a-new-translation-for-the-modern-mystic/18862436?ean=9781644117200 Connect with Rebel Spirit on Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelspiritradio X: @RebelSpiritRad Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebelspiritradio/ https://www.rebelspiritradio.com #rebelspiritradio #orpheus #orphic #esoteric #esotericism #ronniepontiac #orphichymns #orphicmysteries #orphicmysterytradition #westernesotericism 

In this episode, the esoteric scholar Ronnie Pontiac returns to talk about his latest book: The Magic of the Orphic Hymns: A New Translation for the Modern Mystic.Co-authored by Tamra Lucid, his wife, this brilliant collaboration takes the reader on a winding journey through history, striking a perfect balance between dense scholarship and poetic musing. And they conclude with their own renditions of the hymns, beautifully distilled with poetic skill and the finesse of musicians. Reading this book feels like uncorking a dusty bottle of ancient spirits. The history is allowed to breathe, inviting you to swirl things around and develop your own taste for the mysteries of Orpheus. Tamra and Ronnie present the Orphic Hymns as being much more than beautiful relics. The hymns are magical, invoking the past as the eternal present and inspiring a prismatic vision of the divine. Many decades of research and experiments inspired The Magic of the Orphic Hymns. In their early 20's, Tamra and Ronnie were mentored by the legendary, Manly P. Hall. And when they were asked to help him with a republication of the Orphic Hymns, they fell in love with these ancient rituals. In this interview, Ronnie and I discuss:How an OG episode of Star Trek inspired Ronnie's first religious experience. Why the Orphic Hymns have been called “the most powerful form of magic.”Personal stories of real magical results from the Orphic hymns. How Aeolian Heart was born from an Orphic ritualHow the magic of the Orphic Hymns gave birth to the RenaissanceThe Orphic Hymns and Marsilio Ficino.Orpheus with a thousand faces: a savior, hero, coward and narcissistOrpheus' underworld journey and its symbolism.Orpheus' legacy and impact on written history. How Orpheus has always been countercultural How Orpheus inspired Christianity What Orphic initiates believed about death and the after-life.Why the phrase: “I am the child of earth and starry-heaven” is the password to eternity.Enjoy! If you want to learn more about Tamra and Ronnie, please listen to my other interviews with them. Click here to listen to Tamra and I discuss her exquisite memoir, Making the Ordinary Extraordinary. Click here to listen to Ronnie discuss his epic tome: American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World Support the showSupport the show at https://www.patreon.com/aeolianheart

Dive into a whirlpool of metaphysical musings, humorous anecdotes, and casual conjectures in this episode with Ronnie Pontiac (https://www.instagram.com/theronniepontiac/) , a self-proclaimed non-ascended master ( Haider believes otherwise ). Our host and Ronnie jaunt through the enigmatic legacy of Manly P. Hall, touching on the curious whispers surrounding his personal life, his unlikely connection to modern podcasting adventures, and a quirky digression into the nutrient-packed world of Moringa powder. As the conversation spirals into the realm of the Orphic myth, Ronnie sheds light on Orpheus and the Orphic mysteries, weaving them into the narrative with a blend of humor and insight. This episode is an easy, laid back entry point into the world of the metaphysical. Also, consider signing up for our Patreon to join in on lively discussions as we unravel the mysteries of the grid between episodes. ( https://patreon.com/idiotmystic ) We've been waiting for you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idiotmystic/message

Ronnie Pontiac was the personal research assistance for Manly P. Hall at the Philosophical Research Society in Los Angeles. He is author of American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World. Here he highlights some of the most significant and fascinating characters in 20th century American mysticism. New Thinking Allowed host, Jeffrey … Continue reading "20th Century Mysticism in America with Ronnie Pontiac"

Ronnie Pontiac discusses his new book, The Magic of the Orphic Hymns: A New Translation for the Modern Mystic. Tamra Lucid and Ronnie Pontiac present new literary translations of the Orphic Hymns that reveal their power to attune the reader to the sacred presence of the Orphic Mysteries and the higher order of nature. These translations restore important esoteric details and correspondences about the being or deity to which each hymn is addressed, offering a deeper understanding of these ancient texts. The famous philosopher Marsilio Ficino once wrote that the Orphic Hymns were the most powerful form of magic. These hymns were not just poems but were used for meditation, rituals, and ceremonies. Each hymn was dedicated to a specific deity or virtue, like Athena, Zeus, Love, Justice, or Equality. However, the original hymns were written formulaically, which made them difficult to translate. Tamra Lucid and Ronnie Pontiac have brought back the magical essence of the mystery cults of the past through their new versions of the teletai. They have included important hidden details and correspondences about the being or deity to which each hymn is addressed. They have also added a new version of a lost hymn called "Number" and messages that were inscribed on golden leaves meant to be passports for the dead. These reinventions preserve the original magical intent and mysticism of the teletai. Furthermore, the authors reveal the power of each hymn to attune the reader to the sacred presence of the Orphic Mysteries and the higher order of nature. They also demonstrate how the Orphic Hymns are a book of hours or a calendar of life, covering every event, from birth to death, and guiding us through every experience of human existence as necessary and holy. We talk about The true mission of our souls Who was Orpheus The counter-culture of the Orphic Hymns The Roman Empress Black Julia Marsilio Ficino Black Athena Sator - half goat half human The Underworld True Gods do not sacrifice animals Tamra Lucid, a documentary film producer, including the Emmy-nominated End of the Line: The Women of Standing Rock, is author of Making the Ordinary Extraordinary: My Seven Years in Occult Los Angeles with Manly Palmer Hall. She and Ronnie are founding members of the experimental rock band Lucid Nation. Ronnie Pontiac worked as Manly P. Hall's research assistant, screener, and designated substitute lecturer for seven years. Author of American Metaphysical Religion, he wrote the biographical introduction to Letters to the Sage. He's written for several esoteric journals and has produced award-winning documentaries.

This week we got to talk to Ronnie Pontiac, musician, producer, biological encyclopedia of super rare and totally awesome knowledge, and author of American Metaphysical Religion and so much more!! I think I take for granted these types of books. A book that spans centuries and where someone has spent decades searching, learning, and compiling the coolest most esoteric and secret content, forming it into a book, and making it available for you to read, with out you having to do any heavy lifting! It's so cool to have one source for all this info.Thank you Ronnie!!Link to American Metaphysical Religion:https://tr.ee/RDoaU_mq85EPISODE: https://linktr.ee/DVGpodcastSupport us at https://www.patreon.com/Deathvalleygirlsand please join the DVG Podcast page on Instagram (@DVGpodcast) Facebook (Death Valley Girls Podcast) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The No BS Spiritual Book Club Meets... Author, Musician and Award-winning Documentarian, Ronnie Pontiac American Metaphysical Religion - Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World with Ronnie Pontiac From working as Manly P. Hall's research assistant and substitute lecturer, to producing award-winning documentaries, music, and books on mystical traditions, metaphysical counter-cultures, and Rosicrucian origins, Ronnie Pontiac shares the 10 Best Spiritual Books that had the biggest influence on his trajectory through life. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sandie-sedgbeer/support

Face to Face with Ronnie PontiacLive on OMTimes Radio Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 10:30 PST / 1:30 PM ESTWatch the Livestream on the No BS Spiritual Book Club on Facebook, OMTimes Radio & TV Facebook, or OMTimesTV YoutubeFrom working as Manly P. Hall's research assistant and substitute lecture, to producing award-winning documentaries, music, and books on mystical traditions, metaphysical counter-cultures, and Rosicrucian origins, Ronnie Pontiac shares the 10 Best Spiritual Books that had the biggest influence on his trajectory through life.RONNIE PONTIAC worked as Manly P. Hall's research assistant, screener, and designated substitute lecturer for seven years. A musician and astrologer, he has produced award winning documentaries including Viva Cuba Libre: Rap is War and has written for Invisible College Magazine, Newtopia, Metapsychosis, Occult of Personality, and the original Reality Sandwich. He is the author of a trilogy about metaphysical countercultures in Western Esotericism – American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World and The Magic of the Orphic Hymns: A Translation for the Modern Mystic (2023), co-authored with Tamra Lucid. A third volume about the political and social context of Rosicrucian origins will be published in 2024.#RonniePontiac #SandieSedgbeer #NoBSSpiritualBookClubSign up free for Sandie Sedgbeer's NO BS Spiritual Book Club Newsletter – save money, get the best spiritual book recommendations from the leading new thought speakers, authors, and teachers you trust, and never miss a live streaming episode https://forms.aweber.com/form/93/758545393.htmSubscribe to our Newsletter https://omtimes.com/subscribe-omtimes-magazine/Connect with OMTimes on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Omtimes.Magazine/ and OMTimes Radio https://www.facebook.com/ConsciousRadiowebtv.OMTimes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmTimes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omtimes/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2798417/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/omtimes/

Recaptures the magical vitality of the original Orphic Hymns• Presents literary translations of the teletai that restore important esoteric details and correspondences about the being or deity to which each hymn is addressed• Includes messages inscribed on golden leaves meant to be passports for the dead as well as a reinvention of a lost hymn to Number that preserves the original mystical intent of the teletai• Explores the obscure origins and the evolution of the Orpheus myth, revealing a profound influence on countercultures throughout Western historyAs famous Renaissance philosopher Marsilio Ficino wrote, “No magic is more powerful than that of the Orphic Hymns.” These legendary teletai of Orpheus were not simply “hymns”—they were initiatic poems for meditation and ritual, magical, and ceremonial use, each one addressed to a specific deity, such as Athena or Zeus, or a virtue, such as Love, Justice, and Equality. Yet despite the mystical concepts underlying them, the original hymns were formulaic, creating an obstacle for translators.Recapturing the magical vitality that inspired mystery cults through the ages, Tamra Lucid and Ronnie Pontiac present new versions of the teletai that include important esoteric details and correspondences about the being or deity to which each hymn is addressed. The authors also include a new version of a lost hymn called “Number” and messages that were inscribed on golden leaves meant to be passports for the dead, reinventions that preserve the original magical intent and mysticism of the teletai. Revealing the power of the individual hymns to attune the reader to the sacred presence of the Orphic Mysteries and the higher order of nature, the authors also show how, taken together, the Orphic Hymns are a book of hours or a calendar of life, addressing every event, from birth to death, and walking us through all the experiences of human existence as necessary and holy.Tamra Lucid, a documentary film producer, including the Emmy-nominated End of the Line: The Women of Standing Rock, is author of Making the Ordinary Extraordinary: My Seven Years in Occult Los Angeles with Manly Palmer Hall. She and Ronnie are founding members of the experimental rock band Lucid Nation. Ronnie Pontiac worked as Manly P. Hall's research assistant, screener, and designated substitute lecturer for seven years. Author of American Metaphysical Religion, he wrote the biographical introduction to Letters to the Sage. He's written for several esoteric journals and has produced award-winning documentaries.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/2790919/advertisement

Ronnie Pontiac was the personal research assistance for Manly P. Hall at the Philosophical Research Society in Los Angeles. He is author of American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World. Here he explains why 19th Century America was a fountain of innovative metaphysical traditions, many of lasting influence. New Thinking Allowed … Continue reading "American Metaphysics in the 19th Century with Ronnie Pontiac"

In Ronnie Pontiac’s comprehensive exploration of four centuries of American occult and spiritual history, “American Metaphysical Religion” he unveils that America, from its inception, was inspired by a dynamic mix of esoteric beliefs. His research covers a wide range of subjects from colonial-era alchemists to the mystical currents of the present day in a highly […]

The legendary teletai of Orpheus were not simply "hymns"--they were initiatic poems for meditation and ritual, magical, and ceremonial use, each one addressed to a specific diety or virtue.  In The Magic of the Orphic Hymns, Tamra Lucid and Ronnie Pontiac recapture the magical vitality of the teletai that inspired mystery cults, Western esotericism, art, music and countercultures throughout Western history.  Ronnie joins us in this interview to provide a survey of the historical landscape of origin and evolution of the archetypical myth of Orpheus. Tamra Lucid has produced documentary films including the Emmy nominated End of the Line: The Women of Standing Rock, and is the author of Making the Ordinary Extraordinary.  (See EOTR Podcast episode 208).  She is the former writer and art editor for Newtopia Magazine and her work has appeared in Reality Sandwich.  She and Ronnie are also founding members of the experimental (and riotous) rock band Lucid Nation. Ronnie Pontiac worked for many years as Manly P. Hall's research assistant, screener, and designated substitute lecturer.  Author of American Metaphysical Religion (See EOTR Podcast episode 251), he wrote the biographical introduction to Letters to the Sage:  Selected Correspondence of Thomas Moore Johnson: Volume Two: Alexander Wilder, the Platonist.  He's currently working on several other books, including one on Rosicrucianism, and has written for several esoteric journals, and has produced award winning documentaries.  Check them out at: https://linktr.ee/tamralucid https://linktr.ee/ronniepontiac This podcast is available on your favorite podcast platform, or here:  https://endoftheroad.libsyn.com/episode-270-tamra-lucid-and-ronnie-pontiac-sacred-musicthe-magic-of-the-orphic-mysteries Have a blessed weekend!  

Move over Cleopatra, Nefertiti, and Hatshepsut. The Goddess of the Seven Stars has been recovered. We explore the incredible rule of Sobekneferu, a woman who shaped and even saved ancient Egypt (and perhaps Western civilization itself). From her magic to her cultural achievements, our quest will detail intense political intrigue and an understanding of primordial deities like Sobek, Sekhmet, and Neith. What ultimately happened to this early pharaoh, and why has orthodox history worked so hard to erase her? Well, almost all of history, as occultism has sought her forbidden legacy for centuries, including Bram Stoker and Kenneth Anger.Astral Guest – Andrew Collins, author of The First Female Pharaoh: Sobekneferu, Goddess of the Seven Stars.Join the Virtual Alexandria AcademyStream Meet The ArchonsThis is a partial show. For the interview's second half, please become a member or patron at Patreon.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/aeon-byte-gnostic-radio/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Seriah is joined by writer, researcher, musician, and experiencer Ronnie Pontiac, author of "American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World", Topics include Manly P. Hall, "The Platonist" magazine, the influence of Platonism and Neo-Platonism in the American West, Abner Doubleday, esotericism, U.S. religious history, transcendentalism, alchemy, astrology, Rosicrucianism, John Winthrop the elder and younger, John Dee, Puritanism and fear of the wilderness, herbal medicine, The Intelligencers, the College of Light, the Royal Society, Cotton Mather, Hermetic philosophy, Oliver Cromwell, the Cavaliers, Tom Morton, a fascinating trading post, wenching, abuses by the Pilgrims, origins of the slave trade, America's occult history vs Fundamentalist Christian propaganda, hybrid belief systems, Harold Bloom, American Orphism, changes in academia regarding the study of esotericism, Kabbalah, alchemy at Ivy League schools, Catherine L. Albanese, "A Republic of Mind and Spirit", alternative spirituality and the cross-over of beliefs and practices, early Christianity vs the prosperity gospel, the Rosicrucian manifestos of the 1600's, the Holy Roman Empire, Giordano Bruno, universal reformation, the Invisible College, Frances Yates and esoteric history, astronomical events and multiple interpretations thereof, the 30 years war, religious freedom in Bohemia, political and religious intrigues between Catholics and Protestants, phases and changes in American Spiritualism, Edgar Cayce, "The Unobstructed Universe", Stuart and Betty White, Carl Jung, the podcast “Tanis”, the belief system of the obstructed vs unobstructed universe, consciousness and reincarnation, the meaning of life, immortal individualism, entities called the Invisibles, incredible experiences between Betty and Stuart White, the Seer of the Sunbelt Reverend Edward A. Monroe, a talkative Scottish spirit, and much more! This is an exceptional conversation jam-packed with ideas and references!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4656375/advertisement

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What if I told you that in the story or America the Puritans were the villains and that the real heroes were the mystics, the alchemists, and the scoundrels? Find out more about their secret beliefs in tonight's book American Metaphysical Religion. American Metaphysical Religion, by Ronnie Pontiac: https://tinyurl.com/2je3uh79   Esoteric Book Club can be found on: Patreon: /esotericbookclub Facebook: @esotericbookclub Instagram: esotericbookclub Web: www.esotericbookclub.org  

Are you curious about American metaphysical religion? Then this conversation is sure to keep you captivated! Join Andrieh Vitimus, Zachary Lui, and Ronnie Pontiac as they explore the various esoteric and mystical traditions of the New World. From early alchemists and astrologers in the colonial era all the way to pioneers like Edgar Cayce and St. Germain on Mount Shasta, you're sure to get a comprehensive look into four centuries of influence across nations, cultures and races. Get ready to venture deep into spiritual practices from around the world: from Rosicrucian beliefs brought over by settlers from England, to practices of young Shaker women who become entranced in mediumship and pass messages from beyond, to Indigenous groups and Latinx communities who play a huge role in shaping contemporary spirituality. So, come along for an epic ride through the whirlwinds of history with these experts! ---- Connect with Queen City Curio and Apothecary & Deeper Down The Rabbit Hole LEARN: Become a Sponsor & gain access to 60+ online workshops and other benefits: https://resultsoverimage.teachable.co... —------- Subscribe to Queen City Curio and Apothecary VideoCast YT: @ QueenCityCurioandApothecaryVideoCast/ Apple: https://apple.co/3Arnw07 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ARgMKj

Ronnie Pontiac was the personal research assistant for Manly P. Hall at the Philosophical Research Society in Los Angeles. He is author of American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World. Here he focuses primarily on the colonial period of American history, emphasizing the influence of 17th century Rosicrucian tradition. New Thinking … Continue reading "America's Mystical Inheritance with Ronnie Pontiac"

Seriah is joined by writer, researcher, musician, and experiencer Ronnie Pontiac, author of "American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World", Topics include Manly P. Hall, "The Platonist" magazine, the influence of Platonism and Neo-Platonism in the American West, Abner Doubleday, esotericism, U.S. religious history, transcendentalism, alchemy, astrology, Rosicrucianism, John Winthrop the elder and younger, John Dee, Puritanism and fear of the wilderness, herbal medicine, The Intelligencers, the College of Light, the Royal Society, Cotton Mather, Hermetic philosophy, Oliver Cromwell, the Cavaliers, Tom Morton, a fascinating trading post, wenching, abuses by the Pilgrims, origins of the slave trade, America's occult history vs Fundamentalist Christian propaganda, hybrid belief systems, Harold Bloom, American Orphism, changes in academia regarding the study of esotericism, Kabbalah, alchemy at Ivy League schools, Catherine L. Albanese, "A Republic of Mind and Spirit", alternative spirituality and the cross-over of beliefs and practices, early Christianity vs the prosperity gospel, the Rosicrucian manifestos of the 1600's, the Holy Roman Empire, Giordano Bruno, universal reformation, the Invisible College, Frances Yates and esoteric history, astronomical events and multiple interpretations thereof, the 30 years war, religious freedom in Bohemia, political and religious intrigues between Catholics and Protestants, phases and changes in American Spiritualism, Edgar Cayce, "The Unobstructed Universe", Stuart and Betty White, Carl Jung, the podcast “Tanis”, the belief system of the obstructed vs unobstructed universe, consciousness and reincarnation, the meaning of life, immortal individualism, entities called the Invisibles, incredible experiences between Betty and Stuart White, the Seer of the Sunbelt Reverend Edward A. Monroe, a talkative Scottish spirit, and much more! This is an exceptional conversation jam-packed with ideas and references! - Recap by Vincent Treewell of The Weird Part Podcast Outro Music is Lucid Nation with Food Chain Download

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In this episode we my guest is Tamra Lucid. She is a founding member of the experimental rock band Lucid Nation and an author and documentary film producer. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband, Ronnie Pontiac (who appeared in Episode 330).In the early 1980s she discovered the book The Secret Teachings of All Ages by metaphysical scholar Manly Palmer Hall which led to an improbable 7-year friendship with him. She wrote about these experiences in the book Making the Ordinary Extraordinary - My Seven Years in Occult Los Angeles with Manly Palmer Hall.Donate BTC to the show: bc1q3gkvrnpe5nmsasuk9e44rvle6w96u2adtl9sqeg63uq8dh45q3zqm7z049.Join the Revolution: Sign the Pledge… STOP Consuming Corporate Media.Subscribe to the YouTube channel.Support the podcast.Music featured in this episode:Lucid Nationen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lucid_Nation

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Ronnie Pontiac talks about his new book American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric & Mystical Traditions of the New World An in-depth exploration of four centuries of American occult and spiritual history, from colonial-era alchemists to 20th-century teachers. Based on the latest research, Ronnie Pontiac shows how, from the very beginning, America was a vibrant blend of beliefs from all four corners of the world. He looks at everything from colonial-era alchemists, astrologers, and early spiritual collectives to Edgar Cayce, the Hermetic Brotherhood of Luxor, and St. Germain on Mount Shasta. Details how, from the very beginning, America was a vibrant blend of beliefs from all four corners of the world • Looks at well-known figures such as Manly P. Hall and offers riveting portraits of many lesser-known esoteric luminaries such as the Pagan Pilgrim, Tom Morton • Reveals the Rosicrucians among the first settlers from England, the spiritual influence of enslaved people, the work of mystical abolitionists, and how Native Americans and Latinx people helped shape contemporary spirituality Most Americans believe the United States was founded by pious Christians. However, as Ronnie Pontiac reveals, from the very beginning America was a vibrant blend of beliefs from all four corners of the world. Based on the latest research, with the assistance of leading scholars, this in-depth exploration of four centuries of American occult and spiritual history looks at everything from colonial-era alchemists, astrologers, and early spiritual collectives to Edgar Cayce, the Hermetic Brotherhood of Luxor, and St. Germain on Mount Shasta. Pontiac shows that Rosicrucians were among the first settlers from England and explores how young women of the Shaker community fell into trances and gave messages from the dead. He details the spiritual influence of the African diaspora, the work of mystical abolitionists, and how Indigenous groups and Latinx people played a large role in the shaping of contemporary spirituality and healing practices. The author looks at well-known figures such as Manly P. Hall and lesser-known esoteric luminaries such as the Pagan Pilgrim, Tom Morton. He examines the Aquarian Gospel, the Sekhmet Revival, A Course in Miracles, the School of Ageless Wisdom, and mediumship in the early 20th century. He explores the profound influence of the Bodhi Tree Bookstore in Los Angeles and looks at the evolution of female roles in spirituality across the centuries. He also examines the right wing of American metaphysics from the Silver Legion to QAnon. Revealing the diverse streams that run through America's metaphysical landscape, Pontiac offers an encyclopedic examination of occult teachers, esotericists, and spiritual collectives almost no one has heard of but who was profoundly influential. We talk about Definition of American Religion and Metaphysics American Occult How social media has influenced American Beliefs Apophenia and influencing beliefs AMORC Impact of the Rosicrucians Red Harlot - Francis Wright Birth, divorce, and property rights Arthur Evans and Zbudapest Queer Movement The Bodhi Tree How the white man gained control Political awareness Hostility against the Pope The Hermetic Brotherhood of Luxor Changes in academia regarding esoteric studies Ronnie Pontiac worked as Manly P. Hall's research assistant, screener, and designated substitute lecturer for seven years. He has produced award-winning documentaries and has written for Invisible College Magazine, Newtopia, Metapsychosis, Occult of Personality, and the original Reality Sandwich. He lives in Los Angeles.

Ronnie Pontiac worked as Manly P. Hall's research assistant, screener, and designated substitute lecturer for seven years. He graced Haider with another 3 hours of his otherworldly presence, discussing everything from his relationship with his father to his current works and past regrets. Touching on everything from UFO's to Riot Grrrl and Lebron James, this was by far one of our best episodes ever. Ronnie is a rarity in the modern world and the chance to learn from and listen to him share his love for life is truly a blessing. Please check out his latest book, American Metaphysical Religion out now or pre-order The Magic of the Orphic Hymns by Tamra Lucid & Ronnie. And if you're looking for help, of the conventional, non-wizard kind...this episode of Idiot Mystic is brought to you by BetterHelp. They are offering our listeners 10% off on their first month of therapy. Tap here to get started. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idiotmystic/message

In the episode I speak with renowned lecturer, musician, and author... Ronnie Pontiac. Ronnie and I discuss his astounding new book, "American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World" a massive tome detailing the metaphysical, esoteric, and spiritual explorations within American history.Ronnie also shares information about his time with the legendary Manly P. Hall, with whom he studied under for seven years, and a detailed account of the situations surrounding Manly's untimely death. An incredible episode! Drop In!Ronnie Pontiac Bio:Ronnie Pontiac worked as Manly P. Hall's research assistant, screener, and designated substitute lecturer for seven years. He has produced award-winning documentaries, and has written for Invisible College Magazine, Newtopia, Metapsychosis, Occult of Personality, and the original Reality Sandwich. In addition, he plays guitar for the experimental rock band Lucid Nation. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ronnie Pontiac is an accomplished artist, musician, filmmaker and esoteric scholar. I would describe him as a 21st-Century renaissance man, not just because of his diverse talents and interests but because of his significant role in the re-birth of the mysteries and esoteric wisdom in popular culture. And after many decades of research, he's just recently published his magnum opus American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric & Mystical Traditions of the New World.American metaphysical religion is explored as a diverse ecology of ideas and traditions that have blended into something unique. Some of it is recognizable in the mythos of the American Dream. You see glimpses in the philosophy of American exceptionalism. And in the nearly maniacal optimism of the American spirit.But there's more to American Metaphysical Religion and this book expands in every direction, becoming a kaleidoscopic genealogy of mysteries and magic.This book traces 500 years of lineages working their way into the roots of American spirituality. The unique syncretism of Indigenous, European, African and Asian influences has been the subject of many studies on art and music. But this dilates upon the reality that art and music are the flowers that blossom from a deeper network of spiritual roots.In the melting pot of America, a unique metaphysical religion has developed beneath all the dominant narratives and dogmas that have tried to suppress it. In this interview with Ronnie, he describes how “American metaphysical religion” is an academic term that is trying to point at something ineffable, mysterious and omnipresent that underlies official science and religion.Ronnie is a quiet and thoughtful person to speak with. And our conversation unfolded for over 2 hours, where we discussed…His upbringing as an atheist and how this shaped his initiation into spiritual awareness.How Jesus became a shamanic deity in the New World.How the American attitude of cool has its origins in Yoruban tradition. Being cool is a Yoruban spirit of royalty that found tremendous life in the New World.Ghosts and mediumship, including how long scientists have been interested in contacting the afterlife by means of technology. And how Thomas Edison's unrealized invention of the Spirit Phone has found new life in an invention called the Soulphone ™.How new religious movements are born through memes.The miraculous revival of the cult of Sekhmet, an ancient Egyptian goddess whose feline spirit represents a fierce aspect of the divine feminine to bring balance to this chaotic age. The cult of psychedelic salvation, the pros and cons of all the healing rhetoric that has made psychedelic drugs into an industry. If you'd like to learn more, buy a copy of American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric & Mystical Traditions of the New World today!Follow Ronnie Pontiac on Instagram Follow Ronnie's weekly astrology forecasts on MediumSupport the showSupport the show at https://www.patreon.com/aeolianheart

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AMERICAN METAPHYSICAL RELIGIONAn in-depth exploration of four centuries of American occult and spiritual history, from colonial-era alchemists to 20th-century teachers• Details how, from the very beginning, America was a vibrant blend of beliefs from all four corners of the world• Looks at well-known figures such as Manly P. Hall and offers riveting portraits of many lesser known esoteric luminaries such as the Pagan Pilgrim, Tom Morton• Reveals the Rosicrucians among the first settlers from England, the spiritual influence of enslaved people, the work of mystical abolitionists, and how Native Americans and Latinx people helped shape contemporary spiritualityMost Americans believe the United States was founded by pious Christians. However, as Ronnie Pontiac reveals, from the very beginning America was a vibrant blend of beliefs from all four corners of the world.Based on the latest research, with the assistance of leading scholars, this in-depth exploration of four centuries of American occult and spiritual history looks at everything from colonial-era alchemists, astrologers, and early spiritual collectives to Edgar Cayce, the Hermetic Brotherhood of Luxor, and St. Germain on Mount Shasta. Pontiac shows that Rosicrucians were among the first settlers from England and explores how young women of the Shaker community fell into trances and gave messages from the dead. He details the spiritual influence of the African diaspora, the work of mystical abolitionists, and how Indigenous groups and Latinx people played a large role in the shaping of contemporary spirituality and healing practices.The author looks at well-known figures such as Manly P. Hall and lesser known esoteric luminaries such as the Pagan Pilgrim, Tom Morton. He examines the Aquarian Gospel, the Sekhmet Revival, A Course in Miracles, the School of Ageless Wisdom, and mediumship in the early 20th century. He explores the profound influence of the Bodhi Tree Bookstore in Los Angeles and looks at the evolution of female roles in spirituality across the centuries. He also examines the right wing of American metaphysics from the Silver Legion to QAnon.Revealing the diverse streams that run through America's metaphysical landscape, Pontiac offers an encyclopedic examination of occult teachers, esotericists, and spiritual collectives almost no one has heard of but who were profoundly influential.Ronnie Pontiac worked as Manly P. Hall's research assistant, screener, and designated substitute lecturer for seven years. He has produced award-winning documentaries and has written for Invisible College Magazine, Newtopia, Metapsychosis, Occult of Personality, and the original Reality Sandwich. He lives in Los Angeles.

Author Ronnie Pontiac joins me this episode to talk about his book American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World. Ronnie explains how the American religious tradition is quite different than what most of us think. He discusses forgotten figures from America's spiritual history, the connections between spiritualism and the abolitionist and feminist movements, and how the United States is an alchemical crucible of reinvention and rebirth. Support Rebel Spirit Radio Patreon: https://patreon.com/rebelspirit Paypal: https://paypal.me/rebelspiritradio American Metaphysical Religion Inner Traditions https://www.innertraditions.com/books/american-metaphysical-religion Bookshop.org https://bookshop.org/p/books/american-metaphysical-religion-esoteric-and-mystical-traditions-of-the-new-world-ronnie-pontiac/18336445?ean=9781644115589 Connect with Rebel Spirit on Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelspiritradio Twitter: @RebelSpiritRad Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebelspiritradio/ https://www.rebelspiritradio.com #ronniepontiac #americanmetaphysicalreligion #rebelspirit #rebelspiritradio

Author, mystic, guitarist and student of renowned spiritualist and scholar Manly P. Hall, Ronnie Pontiac was kind enough to partake in a little over an hour of Haider's esoteric form of inquiry based torture. This episode was sublime and we can't really say anything more than that...listen to this if you want to figure things out. Ronnie's latest book, American Metaphysical Religion available here. Read more about Ronnie's mentorship under Manly P.Hall in his wife Tamra Lucid's book here. Also we have an Instagram now...and website, is that okay?

In this episode we feature the author of the new book American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World. Ronnie Pontiac is a musician, producer, and scholar. He worked as Manly P. Hall's research assistant, screener, and … More ... The post Ronnie Pontiac – New Book “American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World” appeared first on Paradigms Podcast. The post Ronnie Pontiac – New Book “American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World” appeared first on Paradigms Podcast.

In this episode my guest is author Ronnie Pontiac. For seven years he worked as Manly P. Hall's research assistant, screener and designated substitute lecturer and recently published the book American Metaphysical Religion – esoteric and mystical traditions of the new world. Also check out Tamra Lucid's book Making the Extraordinary Ordinary.Donate BTC to the show: bc1q3gkvrnpe5nmsasuk9e44rvle6w96u2adtl9sqeg63uq8dh45q3zqm7z049.Join the Revolution: Sign the Pledge… STOP Consuming Corporate Media.Subscribe to the YouTube channel.Support the podcast.Music featured in this episode:Dicklessen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dickless

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!

Ronnie Pontiac's American Metaphysical Religion is an in-depth exploration of four centuries of American occult and spiritual history, from colonial-era alchemists to 20th-century teachers.  Based on the latest research, Ronnie Pontiac shows how, from the very beginning, America was a vibrant blend of beliefs from all four corners of the world--from the indigenous peoples to colonial-era alchemists, astrologers, and early spiritual collectives to Edgar Cayce, the Hermetic Brotherhood of Luxor, and St. Germain on Mount Shasta.   Ronnie Pontiac worked as Manly P. Hall's research assistant, screener, and designated substitute lecturer for seven years.   He has produced award-winning documentaries and has written for Invisible College Magazine, Newtopia, Metapsychosis, Occult of Personality, and the original Reality Sandwich.  For more information about Ronnie, or to order this book, please see:  https://www.innertraditions.com/author/ronnie-pontiac This podcast is available on your favorite podcast platform, or here:  https://endoftheroad.libsyn.com/episode-251-ronnie-pontiac-american-metaphysical-religion Have a blessed weekend! 

Ronnie Pontiac – American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New WorldAired Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 5:00 PM PST / 8:00 PM ESTMost Americans believe the United States was founded by pious Christians. However, as my guest this week on Destination Unlimited, Ronnie Pontiac reveals, from the very beginning America was a vibrant blend of beliefs from all four corners of the world.Ronnie Pontiac worked as Manly P. Hall's research assistant, screener, and designated substitute lecturer for seven years. He has produced award-winning documentaries, and has written for Invisible College Magazine, Newtopia, Metapsychosis, Occult of Personality, and the original Reality Sandwich. He lives in Los Angeles. He may be found on Instagram and Facebook and he joins me this week to share his path and new book, American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World.Connect with Victor Fuhrman at http://victorthevoice.com/#RonniePontiac #AmericanMetaphysicalReligion #VictorFuhrman #DestinationUnlimitedSubscribe to our Newsletter https://omtimes.com/subscribe-omtimes-magazine/Connect with OMTimes on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Omtimes.Magazine/ and OMTimes Radio https://www.facebook.com/ConsciousRadiowebtv.OMTimes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmTimes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omtimes/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2798417/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/omtimes/

Ronnie Pontiac joined the Virtual Alexandria to discuss his new book, American Metaphysical Religion. Many assume pious Christians founded America. Yet the truth is that this entire continent has always been a bubbling stew of religions – many of which are shamanistic and occult. Are there any original American religions? Where is spirituality heading in the 21st century? From Native ecstatic movements to colonial Kabbalah & Hermeticism, from 19th Spiritualism to Meme Magic, we thread a needle to find an authentic American Metaphysical Religion.Join the Virtual Alexandria AcademyThis is a partial show. For the interview's second half, please become a member or patron at Patreon.Get the simple, effective, and affordable Red Circle Private RSS Feed for all full shows.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/aeon-byte-gnostic-radio/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Do you remember the wonderful talk with Tamra Lucid we had on S/ E18 back in January, about her really lovely book on Manly P Hall and the 8o's around him in L.A.
Well, ny guest today on this second Special Anniversary Episode is Ronnie Pontiac. He is many things at once. He is now Tamra's partner and husband (she actually makes a quick appearance in the beginning to introduce him) - remember, they got married by Manly P Hall. He is like Tamra a wonderful musician. He became Manly P Hall substitute speaker and was very close to Mr Hall in those seven years. So he is in a way next to Mr. Hall the "other protagonist" of Tamra's book, hence the title of this epiosde.
But Ronnie is also an excellent writer and teacher preparing the release of two books to come, so we will certainly hear of him again on the podcast.

This week Ken and Mark go transatlantic to the state of sunny California and get a lesson on Occult teacher Manly P. Hall. Our guide through the halls of the Philosophical Research Society is the lovely Tamra Lucid, former student, employee and – most importantly – friend of Mr Hall. This week we discuss: Just who is Manly P Hall? What is the Philosophical Research Society? Is Ken Fay curious? Did Mark really perform naked rituals on the Isle of Wight? All this and much more… Joining me in the SittingNow Ennis House of Horrors is Marck Satyr Main theme by Simon Smerdon (Mothboy) Music bed by chriszabriskie.com Check out Tamra's great book via Inner Traditions. Tamra Lucid Bio: Tamra Lucid is a founding member of the experimental rock band Lucid Nation. She was a writer and editor for Newtopia Magazine and the principal interviewer for the original Reality Sandwich. She has produced documentary films, including Exile Nation: The Plastic People, End of the Line: The Women of Standing Rock, and the award-winning Viva Cuba Libre: Rap Is War. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband, Ronnie Pontiac. https://www.innertraditions.com/books/making-the-ordinary-extraordinary

Seriah welcomes author, musician, and mystic Tamra Lucid. Topics include Manly P. Hall, freemasonry, astrology, hermeticism, Kabbalah, alchemy, secret teachings, Arthur Johnson, aging, power of suggestion, co-creation, marketing, Philosophical Research Society, psychics and channelers, Steven Ross, Edgar Cayce, Seth, Ronnie Pontiac, positive thinking, optimism vs pessimism, Marie Hall, Christian mysticism, Jacob Bohme, Space Mother, astrological timing, arranged marriage, organized religion, a cult experience, paranoia, and much more!

Seriah welcomes author, musician, and mystic Tamra Lucid. Topics include Manly P. Hall, freemasonry, astrology, hermeticism, Kabbalah, alchemy, secret teachings, Arthur Johnson, aging, power of suggestion, co-creation, marketing, Philosphical Research Society, psychics and channelers, Steven Ross, Edgar Cayce, Seth, Ronnie Pontiac, positive thinking, optimism vs pessimism, Marie Hall, Christian mysticism, Jacob Bohme, Space Mother, astrological timing, arranged marriage, organized religion, a cult experience, paranoia, and much more! - Recap by Vincent Treewell Outro Music is Lucid Nation with Second Skin Download

Seriah welcomes author, musician, and mystic Tamra Lucid. Topics include Manly P. Hall, freemasonry, astrology, hermeticism, Kabbalah, alchemy, secret teachings, Arthur Johnson, aging, power of suggestion, co-creation, marketing, Philosphical Research Society, psychics and channelers, Steven Ross, Edgar Cayce, Seth, Ronnie Pontiac, positive thinking, optimism vs pessimism, Marie Hall, Christian mysticism, Jacob Bohme, Space Mother, astrological timing, arranged marriage, organized religion, a cult experience, paranoia, and much more! - Recap by Vincent Treewell Outro Music is Lucid Nation with Second Skin Download

Please welcome my very first guest in this new year, interviewer, producer, author and musician, Tamra Lucid as we'll be having a wonderful time talking about her book ‘Making the Ordinary Extraordinary - My Seven Years in Occult Los Angeles with Manly Palmer Hall' which has just been published with Inner Traditions. This book is a rarely found gem that starts out with the touching account of how Tamra and her later husband Ronnie Pontiac met at an underground club in the 80s back in L.A. and how he - despite of not exactly looking like a prince on a white horse - literally saved her from a pretty dangerous situation. They moved in together two weeks later and soon discovered Manly P. Hall's opus magnum, ‘The Secret Teachings of All Ages'. Both were simply amazed by the writings and when they found out that ‘Mr. Hall' as Tamra prefers to call him to this day they decided to attend his lectures with the Philosophical Research Society. "PRS had lovely staff-and-friends Xmas parties. Everyone looked forward to seeing Mr. Hall saunter in with a warm smile on his face, greeting everyone, causing us all to grin like idiots. The feeling was more family than any family event I'd ever attended. Cards and gifts were exchanged. I remember one year Roger Weir gave MPH a huge tome about Alexandria I was so eager to peruse, but I never got to because MPH had it in the shelf behind his desk, and I didn't want to bother him. In this pic MPH is eyeing the cookies wrapped in red and green cellophane. Wasn't Marie beautiful? She was over 80 then. Notice my festive holiday fashion sense: black. Capricorn much? Hovering behind me protectively is Ronnie Pontiac" * Tamra tells how she and Ronnie became involved with Manly P. Hall and his wife Marie on an intimate level so that Mr. Hall hired her and chose Ronnie as a proof reader for his alchemical bibliography. They both became close friends with the Halls and because of that their lives changed completely which Tamra explains in detail. In our conversation, we talk about psychological issues, alchemical transmutations, how the newly created genre of Riot Grrrl Music came into play with all that and how Tamra combined all this with metaphysics by means of a healing process. We go into great depths on Mr. Hall's personality, his ideal to be of service and his vision of a truly happy, resilient and spiritual society and what might be needed in order to establish it. Tamra will also talk about the break up with the Halls which was and still is a tragic and sad one and had far reaching implications on both sides. However, we proceed with some less difficult issues when we discuss the meaning of Hall's teachings for today's society and today's students of the Western Esoteric Traditions. My guest will finally explain her personal daily practice which is something she hasn't done in her writings yet and also give some glimpses on future book projects with Inner Traditions that she or Ronnie are parts of. "The ceremony took place in the Hall's backyard. They picked the time and date. Look! It's Ronnie with short hair! In a suit! He still looks like an anime villain though. If you want to know who the handsome maid-of-honor on my left is you'll have to read my book. Let's just say that the maid-of-honor and the best man were a lovely couple. The best man wrote Spiritualist books and the maid-of-honor was a past life regression therapist who made the most heavenly apricot jam" * * The texts under the images are by Tamra Lucid herself, from her facebook page Music played in this episode The three tracks are performed by LUCID NATION, Tamra's own band which she also talks about in the interview.

Tamra Lucid is a founding member of the experimental rock band Lucid Nation.  She was a writer and editor for Newtopia Magazine and the principal interviewer for the original Reality Sandwich.  She has produced documentary films, including Exile Nation:  The Plastic People, End of the Line:  The Women of Standing Rock, and the award-wining Viva Cuba Libre:  Rap Is War.  She lives in Los Angeles with her husband, musician and writer Ronnie Pontiac. In this episode, we focus on her new book, Making the Ordinary Extraordinary:  My Seven Year in Occult Los Angeles with Manly Palmer Hall, which Mitch Horowitz has called "A compelling written portrait of a life of one of the most significant occult voices of the last century." This book is available on all online publishers, but we recommend her wonderful publisher Inner Traditions:  https://www.innertraditions.com/author/tamra-lucid Connect with Tamra or Lucid Nation here: https://www.youtube.com/lucidnation https://www.instagram.com/tamralucid https://www.tiktok.com/@tamralucid https://twitter.com/lucidnation This podcast is available on your favorite podcast platform, or here:  https://endoftheroad.libsyn.com/episode-206-tamra-lucid-lucid-nationmanly-palmer-hallesotericism-and-occultism-in-1980s-los-angeles The song "Kindred" by Lucid Nation plays near the end of the is podcast. Have an awesome weekend!

In this episode, I am joined by Ronnie Pontiac. Ronnie talks to us about his latest book, "American Metaphysical Religion: Esoteric and Mystical Traditions of the New World."Ronnie also talks to us about how he met Manly P. Hall, how he became his bibliographer, friend, and substitute lecturer, and what he learned from working with him.Ronnie also breaks down some alchemy, Rosicrucianism, and astrology for us.You can find Ronnie online by searching him up "Ronnie Pontiac" or you can find him on IG @theronniepontiacOutro song: 30 Hours to Utah by VanTesla You can find my new journal, Occultis Mundi here! https://ko-fi.com/tjojpTHESE ARE THE BEST WAYS TO SUPPORT THE SHOW!PayPal: paypal.me/tjojpCashapp: $jayala54Ko-fi.com/tjojpPATREON.COM/THEJUANONJUANPODCASTROKFIN.COM/THEJUANONJUANPODCASTYouTube.com/@juanonjuanpodcastTeePublic.com/user/the-juan-on-juan-podcastPlease leave us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts! It will help the show.Also follow me on social media at:Alt Media UnitedCheck out our website at www.thejuanonjuanpodcast.comPatreon exclusive ad-free content and early access: www.patreon.com/thejuanonjuanpodcastListen on a platform that supports us directly at Rokfin.com/thejuanonjuanpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@juanonjuanpodcastInstagram: @thejuanonjuanpodcastTelegram: https://t.me/tjojpDiscord: https://discord.gg/HaB6wUunsJTikTok: @thejuanonjuanpodcastStake your Cardano with us at FIGHT POOL at fightpool.io!Thank you for tuning in!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/juan-on-juan/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy