Satansplain #107 - Greater Magic, Satanic Sin 9, Mixed Marriages, and the Myth of Satanic Denominations
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Satansplain answers questions about greater magic, Satanic Sin #9, relationships with non-Satanists, and the myth of Satanic "denominations". Support Satansplain: 00:00 - Intro 02:42 - Satanecdote: Getting a synthesizer 08:24 - We don't spell "magic" with a "k" 12:55 - Lack of Aesthetics for a blind man 24:32 - Christian fiancé? 33:04 - The myth of Satanic "denominations", redux 38:06 - Does Cevin Soling’s group even HAVE a religion? 42:53 - "But why do YOU get to define it?" 46:14 - We don't need Satanism denominations
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Satansplain #106 - The Nine Satanic Sins (part 2)
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Satansplain continues the exploration of the 9 Satanic Sins. Here in part 2, sins number 4 through 9 will be examined. The Nine Satanic Sins: Support Satansplain: 00:00 - Intro 01:27 - Satanic Sin #4: Self-deceit 08:45 - Satanic Sin #5: Herd conformity 14:28 - Satanic Sin #6: Lack of Perspective 30:05 - Satanic Sin #7: Forgetfulness of Past Orthodoxies 33:15 - Satanic Sin #8: Counterproductive Pride 40:10 - Satanic Sin #9: Lack of Aesthetics 44:15 - Objective standards of beauty
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Satansplain #105 - The 9 Satanic Sins (part 1)
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Satansplain presents a look at the 9 Satanic Sins. Here in part 1, we'll learn where the list comes from, why the list is part of Satanism, and an examination of sins number 1, 2, and 3. The 9 Sins: Support Satansplain: 00:00 - Intro 01:49 - Note to the Christian dorks who can't read 03:12 - About the 9 Satanic Sins 07:47 - More about the sins 14:38 - Satanic Sin #1: Stupidity 17:52 - Religious people are stupid? It’s not quite that simple. 25:36 - Satanecdote and Rosemary's Baby 28:43 - Satanic Sin #2: Pretentiousness (and why I-Theism is...
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Satansplain #104 - On Rage Bait and Selective Debate (Lisa Barlow, LibsofTikTok)
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"The only proper response to them is no response!" Or is it? A look into selective debate engagement and the people who fear it. Also, two recent examples of channels desperate to name-drop the Church of Satan for rage bait, and the end result. Support Satansplain: 00:00 - Intro 01:43 - "Don't respond to trolls! Ever!", they say 05:00 - No, there are sometimes good reasons: 1) Wrath 09:29 - 2) It's fun 10:28 - 3) Sharpening the Intellect 11:54 - 4) The audience 15:19 - Further thoughts 23:37 - Lisa Barlow's tequila and Church of Satan Magister David Harris's reply 29:37 - Satanecdote:...
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Satansplain #103 - Yes, We Have No Occultism
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Satansplain #103 - Yes, We Have No Occultism A look at the essay, "Yes, We Have No Occultism", distinguishing Satanism from the occult religions. Also a Satanic anecdote about non-Satanists and Satanists at a Halloween concert, plus answers to questions about goodguy badges, life and death, and atheism and the human need for religion. Support Satansplain: 00:00 - Intro 01:05 - "Yes, We Have No Occultism" by Magus Peter H. Gilmore 09:04 - Mixing Satanism with other things 14:35 - Satanic Anecdote (Devil's Night 2025, Tampa FL) 21:08 - DeFacto and Pseudo Satanism 24:34 - Goodguy badge vs....
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Satansplain #102 - Satanic ritual, werewolves and demon(izing) people
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Demons and werewolves on Halloween! Answering listener questions about Satanic ritual, Anton LaVey's essay on lycanthropy, and the human need to "demonize" selected people. Support Satansplain: 00:00 - Intro 00:57 - Halloween and the importance of dedicated days 05:05 - Bill's Halloween 08:00 - Parchment Burning 10:36 - Destruction ritual, Enochian keys, reminder on why 15:48 - Reminder: Accepting intellectually is not the same as accepting emotionally 24:17 - Werewolves 29:34 - On "demonizing" political figures
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Satansplain #101 - Mary Rooke's conspiracy theories and the "racist" Anton LaVey clip
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Right-wing Christian journalist Mary Brooke tries quoting Satansplain for her wild conspiracy theories about Satanism, furries, and Charlie Kirk. Meanwhile, equally annoying left-wing people are throwing fits over a politically incorrect video of Anton LaVey. Satansplain addresses both, along with answering listener mail about the previous two episodes of Satansplain, a reiteration on Satanism and politics, reflections on the landmark Satanism podcast Satanism Today, and also something the herd calls a tool of the Devil himself: mathematics. Support Satansplain: 00:00 - Intro 01:20 - On...
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Satansplain #100 - A talk with Magus Peter H. Gilmore
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In celebration of 100 episodes of Satansplain, Magister Bill sits down for a discussion with the Church of Satan High Priest himself, Magus Peter H. Gilmore. A variety of topics are covered, including Satanic ritual, supernatural versus supernormal, Anton LaVey's atheism, conspiracy theories about Satanism, meetings between Church of Satan members, and the applications of artificial intelligence from music composition to Satanic self-improvement. Official site: Support Satansplain on locals: Merch: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:48 - Anton LaVey's atheism and the myth that the Church of...
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Satansplain #099 - A Satanist Reflects on Charlie Kirk
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Many people have been mourning the death of Charlie Kirk while others have been celebrating it. But perhaps there are some Satanic third side views to consider. Hear one Satanist's thoughts on Charlie Kirk and the impact of his assassination, along with a necessary recap on politics and Satanism. Support Satansplain: Charlie Kirk's 2022 Newsweek article: 00:00 - Intro 01:05 - Who was Charlie Kirk? 08:23 - Reminder about politics and Satanism 13:25 - Rubin Report Quote, and why I'm a right-leaning Satanist 16:35 - Capable of rational discourse vs. incapable 28:38 - The trouble with rage bait...
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Satansplain #098 - Elon Musk, A.I., and the life of Anton LaVey
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Satansplain responds to listener mail on a variety of topics, including a Satanic look at Elon Musk, the power of A.I., the books The Satanic Witch and The Satanic Warlock, joining the Church of Satan, and also dealing with morons bent on "disproving" Anton LaVey's biography. Plus, a Satanic anecdote from the days of the Satanic Panic. Support Satansplain: https://satansplain.locals.com/support 00:00 - Intro 01:13 - Satanic Witch vs. Satanic Warlock 04:00 - Losers trying to "debunk" LaVey's biography 09:58 - Satanecdote (Possessed album) 14:59 - Church of Satan and Illegal Activity 21:54...
info_outlineMany people have been mourning the death of Charlie Kirk while others have been celebrating it. But perhaps there are some Satanic third side views to consider. Hear one Satanist's thoughts on Charlie Kirk and the impact of his assassination, along with a necessary recap on politics and Satanism.
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Charlie Kirk's 2022 Newsweek article: https://www.newsweek.com/free-speech-satanism-opinion-1681893
00:00 - Intro
01:05 - Who was Charlie Kirk?
08:23 - Reminder about politics and Satanism
13:25 - Rubin Report Quote, and why I'm a right-leaning Satanist
16:35 - Capable of rational discourse vs. incapable
28:38 - The trouble with rage bait and confirmation bias
36:20 - Satanic Anecdote
40:15 - When I stopped following Charlie Kirk / 2022 Newsweek article
51:44 - Why The Satanic Temple is Abhorrent
56:41 - "We can and should use the law to shut down Satanism"?