Paul Tisdell is a surfer, initiate, scribe, and teacher. He joins us to discuss his awakening process and spiritual journey, the compilation of Wisdom, and his work in the field of Hermes. Our conversation begins with Paul describing how he was made aware of his purpose and the amazing experiences that this journey entailed. He talks about his initiation, trials, and the concept that rose above all others – Love. Our conversation also covers the Royal Art of Alchemy, the sacred flame, Tarot, Qabalah, the importance of timing, and his impressions of teaching the Wisdom. Less

Lon Milo Duquette is one of the most preeminent occult writers and speakers of modern times. His work spans the subjects of Tarot, ceremonial Magick, Qabalah, and religion. He injects insight, understanding, humanity, and humor into his work that makes it both enlightening and joyous. Lon joins us to discuss his interest in the Thoth Tarot, Solomonic Magick, Qabalah, and his new book, “Accidental Christ – The Story of Jesus (As Told By His Uncle),” a work of historical religious fiction. Our conversation also covers his research into the mythological King Solomon and the secrets of Masonry, a very humorous look at the occult correspondence of one “Stonehenge Equinox,” the importance of the contributions of Israel Regardie and the recently departed Dr. Christopher Hyatt, and the crucial concept of making life Magickal and not making Magick your life. The Quotable Duquette: “I can only change one thing with Magick – myself.” “Do I think I’m a holy man? Sometimes.” “It’s all in your head. You just have no idea how big your head is.” “If we can’t wake up to the fact that deep down inside we are good, then we deserve to remain asleep dreaming we are evil.” Less

Mitch Horowitz, editor-in-chief of Tarcher/Penguin Books, returns in this episode to discuss the life and Great Work of Dr. Paul Foster Case (1884 – 1954). Dr. Case was, in my opinion, the preeminent scholar teaching the Tarot and Qabalah in the 20th century. His masterful work, “The Tarot: A Key to the Wisdom of the Ages,” stands alone as perhaps the single greatest book on the major arcana to date. Our conversation covers Case’s early life in the greater Rochester, NY area, his musical abilities, self-reliance and self-education, interest in the Mysteries, his work with Tarot and other occult subjects, and the organizations that he built to disseminate the Wisdom. In studying the life and Work of Dr. Case, Mitch extracts the important detail that we must be scholars in the same tradition in order that occult subjects are treated with the reverence they deserve. Thanks again to Mitch for another wonderfully informative and enlightening discussion! Less

In this episode, Kentroversy returns to discuss ancient Egypt. Our conversation covers many different topics, including past lives, alternative history, religion, Hermetics, Alchemy, Tarot, and Magick. Although neither of us are “experts” in an academic sense with regard to egyptology, we have both spent years investigating the research available on the mysteries of the ancient world. Kent also shares his personal esoteric connection. Of course, the architecture and craftsmanship has to be addressed, mainly the pyramids and temples. The appearance of high civilization followed by a descent in technology, architecture, art, etc. cannot be avoided. We also talk about The Emerald Tablet, the concept of Hermes Trismegistus, and much, much more. “He who desires to attain the understanding of the Grand Word and the possession of the Great Secret, ought carefully to read the Hermetic philosophers, and will undoubtedly attain initiation, as others have done; but he must take, for the key of their allegories, the single dogma of Hermes, contained in his Table of Emerald.” - Albert Pike, “Morals and Dogma” As always, Kent brings interesting and original ideas to the table for this latest installment of our ongoing dialogue. Hopefully you enjoy our conversations as much as we do. Less

I’m honoured to welcome to the show, researcher, author, teacher, and the most prolific speaker in the eso-research field today, Michael Tsarion. Michael joins us to discuss the divination arts of the Western Magickal Tradition and how these systems derive from the pre-diluvian civilizations of the ancient world. The language and etymology becomes the key to tracing these relationships through history. We also touch upon the more modern resurgence in the occult studies beginning in the early 20th century. By learning to use these arts, we can begin to free our minds from the “technotronic age.” Less

Today’s general guidance reading is from Wisdom of the Four Winds by Barry Brailsford; card drawn: #41 Water Spirit of the West (Cleansing). Find your Source and use it to nourish, heal, and cleanse often. Blessings! ~K Less

Today’s three-card reading is from the Messages of Light oracle cards; the three cards drawn are 1) I assert myself, 2) Listen, and 3) Teaching. There is a powerful message in the circular reference of these three cards… each circle creating a stronger empowerment… listen for your teachings… and assert your True Self. Bless you all! ~K Less

Today’s single card general guidance reading is from the Goddess Guidance oracles cards by Doreen Virtue; today’s card is the goddess DANA. “You have Divine knowledge that can help others through your spiritual teaching.” Find, connect with, and honor the Divine within you… know that you have something very valuable and important to share with the world. Believe in your Divine Purpose… allow it to come through in helping others. Blessings Always, ~K Less

Today’s single card general guidance reading is from the Healing Cards by Caroline Myss & Peter Occhiogrosso; today’s card is #46: “Perform every act as if it were your last.” All the spiritual masters tell us to make every decision and choice as if our whole life could be changed because of it. Today, be mindful only of who you are in each and every action. Present moment awareness… mindfulness… it is practical and applicable… Live in the NOW. Be well, ~K Less

Today’s single card general guidance reading is from the Saints & Angels oracle cards by Doreen Virtue; today’s card is “Commitment” ... addressing the issues that we have at times to feel overwhelmed or overcommitted. Staying true to our personal commitments helps us feel good about ourselves and feel the positive effects of achieving our goals. Blessings! Less

Blessings to All! Today’s single card general guidance reading is from the Archangel oracle cards by Doreen Virtue; the card drawn – “All is Well”. This is such a valuable affirmation to hear at various challenging moments in our lives! Remember this message when you feel overwhelmed! Namaste! ~K Less

Today I’ve drawn a card from the OSHO ZEN TAROT deck, one of my favorites; the card drawn for the single card general guidance is “Conditioning” – it speaks quite directly about society and the personalities that we have received from that conditioning… but challenges us to take a look in the pond to find our True Identity – the True Self… and then break the mold and be true to that discovery of who you truely are. Ready to look in the pond? Less

This week’s three card divination reading is from the Healing with the Angels oracle cards by Doreen Virtue; the three cards drawn are as follows… 1) Spiritual Growth, 2) Surrender & Release, and 3) Ideas & Inspiration. A very powerful reading today!! Less

Today’s general guidance reading is from the Animal Spirits Knowledge Cards; today’s card is the Ram. The symbology of the Ram: sacrifice, growth, divine life. I know there are many people in our lives that embody these qualities of the Ram… take a moment and consider those people and what they mean to you. Blessings! be well, ~K Less

Today’s general guidance reading is from the Rune Stones… with the initial interpretation assisted from “The Book of Runes” by Ralph H. Blum; the Rune drawn today is Kano (in Reversed position). There are times when the old fire will diminish and no longer serve your purpose… we need to be aware of why these things happen and not become swept up in the loss of the old… but rather be prepared to connect with the new… all things for the greater good. Less

Today’s general guidance reading is from the Saints & Angels oracle cards; the card drawn: Wise Decision. It is always comforting to have that confirmation from the angelic realm that we are on the right path, making the right decisions… and if we happen to make a decision that is not in our highest divine purpose… we have the guidance available to us to help find our way into the Light again. Blessings! Less

Today’s general guidance reading is from the Healing with the Angels oracle cards; the card drawn today is: Body Care. It truly is important that we pay special attention to the care that we give our physical bodies… “the body is a temple” is very true… and the more we nurture and maintain that “temple” the more we feel and experience the joys that come from that care. Less

Today’s single card general guidance reading is from the Healing Cards deck by Caroline Myss and Peter Occhiogrosso; the card drawn today was – #2 LOVE is like a deep pool that never dries up. Explore the inifinite possibilities of the Divine Source of Love. Less

Today’s blessed message has been brought through three different decks: Magical Unicorns oracle cards, Healing with the Fairies oracle cards, and Archangel oracle cards. All of these decks are by Doreen Virtue. 1st Card: (Magical Unicorns) Creative 2nd Card: (Healing with the Fairies) Creative Expression 3rd Card: (Archangel) Compassion The message is definitely about finding our creative outlets that bring us to a place of compassion and joy… have you expressed your inner artist lately? :) Blessings! Less

Today’s general guidance reading is from the Magical Mermaids and Dolphins oracle cards; the card drawn today is Self-Forgiveness. The reading is short; it was the third attempt to record, so I will stick with this one! :) Less