Topic: Occult Arts

Brian Copenhaver observes a growing thirst among young artists for esoteric material despite historical resistance from traditional art academies. While universities have traditionally funneled students toward the commercial art market, Copenhaver notes a shift evidenced by events like the Occult Humanities Conference at NYU. He argues that while artists must survive financially, they should seek "cracks" in the system to explore deeper spiritual and alchemical meanings in their work.

The 15th-century Sola Busca Tarot relic has emerged from private aristocratic custody to be displayed in a Milan museum. This artifact allegedly contains evidence of elite fascination with occult arts, selective breeding, and ritual magic. Esoteric scholar Peter Mark Adams joins the program to discuss his analysis of the deck, published in his book The Game of Saturn, which explores the artifact's connection to the demiurge and dark magical practices.

Greg Carlwood introduces Mike Sententia, the creator of Direct Magic and the author of Magickofthought.com. Sententia advocates for a practical approach to magical practices that removes traditional rituals, robes, and symbols in favor of understanding the underlying mechanisms of the mind. The discussion sets the stage for exploring magic as a straightforward skill rather than a mysterious or theatrical performance.