Ep. 171: Magick Monday With Vanessa Sinclair & Carl Abrahamsson...!
Release Date: 08/14/2023
Ep. 185: WORLD WAR III
Ultraculture With Jason Louv
In this riveting episode of our podcast, taken from a recent livestream, join Jason Louv as he navigates the complexities of our current world situation. This episode is a deep dive into the intersections of magick, global politics, and personal growth – with lots of space for "Office Hours"-style questions from the audience. Jason candidly shares his thoughts on the global shift towards extremism, the dangers of proxy wars, the threat of major powers like China and Russia, and the imminence of global war. The heart of the episode, however, lies in Jason's exploration of magick. He...
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Ep. 184: ADVANCED PODCASTING: Ari Freeman, Deputy Wizard of Christchurch, New Zealand, Tries to Convince Me Magick is Real...!
Ultraculture With Jason Louv
Ari Freeman is the Deputy Wizard of Christchurch, New Zealand—if you've ever seen the Official Wizard of New Zealand, then yeah, he's that guy's apprentice! He also has a new book out, Pragmatic Magical Thinking—here's the book description: "The modern Western world has often raised its eyebrows at magic, associating it with madness and superstition. However, this ignore the fact of the matter that magic is a universal human experience which has existed in a multitude of forms across time and space. "Now, in his groundbreaking book, Ari Freeman presents his argument that magic is...
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Ep. 183: Caleigh Fisher on THEE MYSTERIES OV THEE SUBATOMIC REALM
Ultraculture With Jason Louv
My great friend Caleigh Fisher returns to the podcast for the third time, and OUR MOST EPIC CONVERSATION YET! Caleigh ran the Toronto Access Point for Thee Temple ov Psychick Youth throughout the 1980s; we met on the old Barbelith message board in the early 2000s and then in person when I made it to New York in 2003. I CANNOT EVEN BEGIN TO FATHOM THE DEPTHS AND HEIGHTS OF THIS CONVERSATION. I have seen too much. I have seen beyond the walls and breakers of reality and my consciousness is now escaping low earth orbit and merging with the vault of Heaven. AND YOUR WILL TOO!! Enjoy the show, and...
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Ep. 182: Mark Alan Miller's HALLOWEEN FREAK-OUT
Ultraculture With Jason Louv
Mark Alan Miller is a Saturn-Award winning producer and New York Times Bestselling author. He has written and produced dozens of titles across high-level outlets. He’s developed and created content with Clive Barker, Tom Holland, Joe R. Lansdale, Dark Horse Comics, Boom Studios, St. Martin’s Press and more. Additionally feature and television work has been seen on Prime, Peacock, Netflix, and Hulu. He is the Founder and President of Encyclopocalypse Publications, which boasts top tier clientele and titles across all genres. Mark has represented, organized, developed, and produced hundreds...
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Ep. 181: The Diamond Sutra
Ultraculture With Jason Louv
In this episode, Jason gives a dramatic reading of the Diamond Sutra. The Diamond Sutra, a Mahāyāna Buddhist text, is notable for its influence on East Asian Buddhism, especially within the Chan or Zen tradition. Translated across a wide geographic range, it's revered for its teachings on "perfection of wisdom." Historically significant, it's recognized as one of the earliest dated printed books, with its discovery tracing back to 868 AD; it was also the first book ever released with complete open rights, allowing it to be shared, distributed or copied by anyone. The text's cultural impact...
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Ep. 180: Chaos Mathematics Remastered With Dr. Ralph Abraham
Ultraculture With Jason Louv
Step into the captivating world of Dr. Ralph Abraham, a renowned American mathematician whose career has spanned decades and traversed continents. In this exclusive podcast interview, remastered from an epic conversation we had in 2018, we delve deep into the life and work of the professor emeritus of mathematics at the University of California, Santa Cruz. From his early days earning degrees at the University of Michigan to his influential roles at institutions like UC Berkeley, Columbia University, and Princeton, Abraham's journey is a testament to his dedication and passion for the...
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Ep. 179: The Hermetic Marriage of Art & Alchemy With Marlene Seven Bremner
Ultraculture With Jason Louv
In this immersive episode, we explore the harmonious dance of art and alchemy with renowned artist Marlene Seven Bremner. Drawing from her seminal work, "The Hermetic Marriage of Art and Alchemy," Bremner unveils the transformative power of alchemical processes as they relate to human creativity. Moving beyond traditional conceptions of artistry, we dive deep into the Hermetic arts, exploring how they can act as a bridge to liberate the authentic creator within each of us. Bremner's profound insights shed light on the intersections between Surrealism and alchemy, the profound...
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Ep. 178: ANGELS! With Timothy Wyllie (Remastered!)
Ultraculture With Jason Louv
In this evocative episode, we delve into the multidimensional life and works of Timothy Wyllie (1940-2017). This is a remaster of the conversation we had with him shortly before his death—it was just too important to leave in the vaults. We talk about angels, the Process, ketamine, PCP, UFOs, disembodied intelligences, and ALL KINDS of other WEIRD SH*T. You're gonna love it! From his roots in Great Britain and his education as an architect, to his pioneering explorations into out-of-body experiences, telepathic communications with dolphins, and profound interactions with nonphysical beings,...
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Ep. 177: DEATH AND DYING With Anne-Marie Keppel
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In this deeply thoughtful and enlightening episode, we have the pleasure of conversing with Anne-Marie Keppel, the award-winning author of “Death Nesting” and a fervent advocate for compassionate, holistic end-of-life care. Anne-Marie opens up about her journey into the realm of death doula practices and the insights that have shaped her understanding of death as a sacred rite of passage. Through her blend of ancient and modern techniques, she offers a unique perspective on caring for the dying and supporting loved ones through the grieving process. Anne-Marie delves into the practical...
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Ep. 176: The Magick of Orpheus With Ronnie Pontiac
Ultraculture With Jason Louv
🌌 In this episode, we dive deep into the enigmatic magic of the Orphic Hymns—potent initiatic poems that have been the cornerstone of meditation, ritual, and esoteric ceremonies for millenia. In conversation with Ronnie Pontiac, we unravel new translations of these teletai, recapturing the magnetic aura that has sparked the curiosity and devotion of mystics across the ages. Ever heard of golden passports for the departed souls? Or the profound influence of the Orpheus myth on Western counterculture? We delve into all that and more. With an intricate blend of history and magic, this...
info_outlineSwedish author Carl Abrahamsson and American artist and psychoanalyst Vanessa Sinclair join us in an engaging conversation that explores the integration of magic, art, and psychoanalysis in their daily lives. As a married couple, they have successfully merged these fascinating fields, creating a unique blend of creativity, self-discovery, and mystical exploration.
In this episode, Sinclair & Abrahamsson take us on a journey through their ideas, theories, practices, experiences, collaborations, successes, and even occasional failures. They share their relentless pursuit of erasing the boundaries between magic, mysticism, art, and the unconscious, experimenting with various artistic expressions while strengthening their occult work.
We delve into their relationships with influential figures such as Genesis Breyer P-Orridge, their experiments with the cut-ups technique of William Burroughs and Brion Gysin, their insights into the power of exposure and honesty, and their exploration of dreams, creativity, inertia, entropy, and much more.
Abrahamsson & Sinclair's casual and inspiring style offers an intimate glimpse into their lives, filled with experimental output, including portraits, photographs, film stills, collages, and cut-ups. Their insights provide a refreshing perspective on how psychoanalytic thinking, language, and artistic expression can have transformative power.
Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of Abrahamsson & Sinclair's work, filled with wisdom, experimentation, and a relentless pursuit of deeper insights. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation that unravels the extraordinary lives of two exceptional thinkers and creators!
Show Links
Carl Abrahamsson's Amazon Page
Vanessa Sinclair's Amazon Page
Quotes from Notable Figures
- "Vanessa Sinclair is a female William Burroughs for the age of desperation." - Val Denham, artist
- "Carl performs magick; he concretises meaning and brings forth revelation into his carefully focused vision." - Genesis Breyer P-Orridge, artist
- "Carl guides a new generation of thinkers into a future that asks what if and gets even more strange, surreal, beautiful, and mystical than one can dream." - Gabriela Herstik, author of Inner Witch: A Modern Guide to the Ancient Craft and Sacred Sex: The Magick and Path of the Divine Erotic.
- "Carl Abrahamsson is not only among today's leading occult writers and artists, but is, in fact, one of this generation's most vital public intellectuals. Carl is our magickal Moses hoisting a fiery serpent in the cultural wilderness." - Mitch Horowitz, PEN Award-winning author of Occult America and Uncertain Places.