Monday, July 9, 2012

Podlist? Podliography? Bunch of podcasts on scrying

One of the best places to get in-depth discussion on occult topics these days is from podcasts.  These free audio files can be downloaded and played on your computer or favorite listening device, or streamed directly.  Anyway, for your edification and your enjoyment, may I present, in no particular order...a few great podcasts on scrying.

Beyond Worlds Tarot Tribe - "Crystal Ball Scrying with Marilyn Shannon"
The lovely gals at Tarot Tribe take a break from their usual card parties to discuss the use of crystal balls.  Marilyn Shannon, a psychic from Ontario, talks about her experiences learning to use crystal balls for guidance and growth. Ms. Shannon has a warm and engaging radio presence, and has given scrying workshops at the annual Reader's Studio tarot convention to rave reviews.

Darkness Radio - "Scrying for the Dead"
Fascinating final segment of a three-part interview with Dr. Raymond Moody on the Twin Cities paranormal radio program.  Dr. Moody, pioneering researcher in afterlife experiences, discusses his studies with the psychomanteum, or "apparition booth."  These dark, mirrored chambers have been shown to be beneficial in aiding the grieving process--but their clinical use is just one possibility to explore.

The Infinite and the Beyond - "Magick with Dr. Dean Radin"
Dr. Dean Radin is senior scientist at the Institute of Noetic Sciences, and author of the book Entangled Minds: Extrasensory Experiences in a Quantum Reality.  (This is the book on parapsychology that I tend to recommend to skeptical and scientifically oriented friends.)  Dr. Radin proves himself to be an excellent sport by guesting on an occult podcast.  He answers questions about his research and how it might relate to magickal practice, as well as discussing the expansive possibilities of human and global consciousness.

Occult of Personality - "Enochian Vision Magick with Lon Milo Duquette"
 Here, the author of Enochian Vision Magick goes into detail on the Dee and Kelley scrying operation that produced the system of Enochian magic.  It's a fascinating story, and Duquette is a consummate storyteller.  Recommended for anyone with an interest in Enochian or in western magic in general.

A Witch's Primer - "Introduction to Divination and Scrying"
Brief explanation of the purpose and methods of divination, presented in an upbeat and friendly manner and geared toward the beginning witch.  Episode opens with reader mail; lesson starts about halfway through.

The Hermetic Hour - "Scrying and Traveling in the Spirit Vision"
Hermetic Hour host Poke Runyon teaches visionary techniques as the head of the Ordo Templi Astartes.  His favorite topics include angelic invocation, spirit evocation, hermetic yoga and self-hypnosis.  The venerable magician has more practical experience with these methods than just about anyone teaching today, a down-to-earth approach, and a delightful sense of humor.  This particular episode is a good place to start because it includes general discussion about what scrying is, as well as attempting to explain the differences between scrying and astral exploration.

Other relevant episodes of the Hermetic Hour:
"How to Summon a Spirit"
"Magick and Hypnosis"
"Angel Magick"
"Magical Pathworkings"
"Enochian Magick"
"Dark Mirror Evocation and Angelic Invocation"

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