
As an academic and university lecturer in Philosophy and Religious Studies, I'll share peer-reviewed research on MAGIC, ESOTERICISM, WITCHCRAFT, PAGANISM, SHAMANISM and related currents. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 linktr.ee/angela_symposium Become a Paid Subscriber: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drangelapuca/subscribe
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 302 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Religion & Spirituality | |||

Have you ever lit a candle, whispered an incantation, and watched something uncannily fitting happen days later? Was it magic, or just a well-timed coincidence? In the world of esoteric practice, we are trained to notice patterns, to read signs, to f... more
This lecture explores the provocative question: Can magic stop wars? Drawing on historical and cross-cultural sources, we examine how rituals and spells have been used not merely as private acts of devotion but as technologies of politics, resistance... more
In this episode, Dr Angela Puca unpacks one of the most fascinating questions in the study and practice of magic: how does magic actually work? Drawing on both historical and contemporary scholarship, she explores the six major explanatory models: th... more
For over thirty years, Richard Kaczynski has been a scholar, speaker and writer on Western esotericism, particularly the life and work of British occultist Aleister Crowley. His publications include Perdurabo: The Life of Aleister Crowley (2002, 2010... more
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I really enjoyed the episodes so far, especially hearing from experts in their fields bringing their own perspectives. I must say it’s hard to listen to the interviews sometimes as Dr. Angela Puca asks good questions but her responses to the interviewee’s answers seem mostly unenthusiastic or uninvolved, saying “huh” or “that’s interesting” flatly instead of offering back a reframe or reflection, and you can hear tell awkward it is for the guests. The introductions and wrap up could also use mor... more
This work is a bridge between worlds that needs more explorers like Dr. Puca. “The serious work. The long term, patient and cautious investigation,” of Dr. Sagan echoes her scholarly, systematic approach that few possess but all need in their practice. Huzzah!
I appreciate her contributions to topics so underserved by academia. Her adherence to the principles of good scholarship are appreciated as well.
I appreciate her contributions to topics so underserved by academia. Her adherence to the principles of good scholarship are appreciated as well.
I love Dr. Puca’s YouTube and other content and am so glad she has her informative material as a podcast now.
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Content primarily revolves around the intricate relationship between magic, paganism, witchcraft, and esotericism within contemporary contexts. Discussions incorporate historical perspectives on rituals, comparative analyses of various traditions, and the philosophical underpinnings of magical practices. Noteworthy episodes explore the societal implications of religious experiences, the evolution of figures like Asmodeus and Astaroth across cultures, and the critique of modern spiritual adaptations. The educational approach enhances accessibility, inviting both casual listeners and serious scholars to engage with deep, often niche subjects related to spirituality and belief systems. This podcast stands out for its rigorous academic lens, pr... more
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