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Halloween Bash: Crowley, Golden Dawn & Astral Projection w. Joe Rupe (October 13, 2026)

Oct 13, 2026 · 2h 0m

Summary

Host Ryan Gable and guest Joe Rupp discuss the origins of Western ceremonial magic, tracing its lineage from the Golden Dawn to Aleister Crowley. They analyze Crowley’s controversial legacy, debating whether his notoriety stems from genuine occult innovation or ego-driven manipulation. The conversation also explores the "Mall World" phenomenon, interpreting recurring dreamscapes as reflections of American consumerism and psychological anxiety.

Topics discussed

Sponsored segment for Dupixent (Eosinophilic Esophagitis) Sponsored segment: California manufacturing and agriculture Philosophical musing on consciousness and the Kingdom of God Show intro, contact info, and Halloween bash announcement Promotion for The Secret Teachings archive and books Discussion on success, magic, and non-normal life Memories of Fringe FM events and passing of Linda Godfrey The nature of Fringe FM as a free-speech platform Rebuilding Fringe FM and memories of Clyde Lewis Contrasting personalities: The Explorer vs. The Encyclopedia Sponsored segment for Underdog Fantasy Defining the identity of The Secret Teachings Compliments on articulating symbolism and symbolism Dynamic of the hosts: Researcher vs. Experientialist The value of honesty and lack of lying in radio Commitment to journalism, facts, and personal integrity Introduction to Aleister Crowley and his birthday Crowley's rebellion against the Golden Dawn structure Is Crowley misunderstood or a monster? Personal experiences with occult circles and dating Crowley's influence on Regardie and his departure Crowley's articulation of magic and sponsored ad for eczema Sponsored segment: California manufacturing and agriculture Sponsored segment: Trading risk disclaimer Exploring consciousness realms and the Monroe Institute Dreaming as exploration of consciousness layers Definition and description of 'Mall World' dreams Voidwalkers and the psychological nature of dream realms Personal anecdote about a false awakening and jail Interpreting dream symbolism and psychological roots Sponsored segment: California manufacturing and agriculture Sponsored segment: Trading risk and affiliate promotion Origins of ceremonial robes and the Golden Dawn Joe Roop's lineage to Aleister Crowley Accusations of sadism and last-minute research habits Reality of astral realms and etheric beings Monroe Institute gateway program and etheric doubles Chat questions on rituals and focus Inner transformative work vs. manifesting chaos The danger of untrained magical power Buddhist perspective on suffering and ego recognition Sponsored segment: California manufacturing and agriculture Sponsored segment: JCPenney Jingle Ball collection Love for Halloween and human fascination with the dark The inner self and external perceptions of darkness Hierarchy of demons and astral manifestations of belief Sponsored segment: JCPenney Jingle Ball collection Critique of religious texts and male-authored narratives Eastern perspectives on purity and dirt Personal experience with false awakenings Astral entities mocking prayer and chat reactions Church invention of supernatural aspects of rituals Fear as a mechanism for manifesting demons Alan Watts and the need to categorize good and evil Sponsored segment for Underdog Fantasy Trivialization of life's mysteries and aging Exploring reality beyond the mundane Questioning the origins of Halloween traditions Reliability of internet answers vs. printed books Learning through experience vs. artificial cramming Critique of philosophical pedants like Jay Dyer Beliefs taken into paranormal realms Sponsored segment for Underdog Fantasy Brief transition and filler Returning to the body when over-stimulated Buddhist concept of Dukkha and suffering Addiction to physical bodies and loss of escape velocity Edgar Cayce's experience in the river of souls Mainline religious systems holding back spiritual growth Sponsored segment: Terms may apply Personal demons: Contradictions and dishonesty The magician's understanding of demons and reaction Personal struggles with anxiety, food, and cigarettes Changes in anger and irritation over time Sponsored segment: Trading risk disclaimer Skepticism about psychic phenomena and paint adhesion Critique of love-light promoters and Billy Carson Commercialization of spiritual experiences The Voidwalkers cult and rejection of mainstream spirituality Listener call: CERN as a trap for souls Skepticism regarding CERN claims Sponsored segment: California manufacturing and agriculture Halloween traditions in Europe vs. America Funny memories: Broccoli smell and rotting pumpkin Chat comments: Handmade costumes and pagan fears Dating differences and the decline of trick-or-treating Radio drama voices and love for radio Cost of candy and potential business ideas Recommendation for 'The Edge of Sleep' podcast Sponsored segment for Underdog Fantasy Explanation of how to explain things Channeling David Wilcock for Halloween Closing remarks and damage to legitimate research Sign-off and contact information Sponsored segment: California education and tech Sponsored segment: Sensodyne and DiGiorno
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