Topic: Occult Books

Brian Cotenoir recounts his early interest in the intersection of art and science, which led him to discover alchemy at a local library. He describes frequenting Weiser's Bookstore in New York City, the oldest occult bookstore in the United States, where he purchased the writings of Paracelsus at age 15. This period marked his transition from reading historical accounts to attempting practical alchemical experiments.

Peter Janks directs listeners to his website and Facebook page for the Thai Occult series, published by Timeless Editions in France. He expresses exhaustion after completing the third volume and plans to focus next on a photographic project to tell the story of the Thai occult visually. He intends to use profits from the current book to purchase a new medium-format camera for this purpose.

Gordon White offers a defense of Aleister Crowley, describing him as the best magician the West has produced in centuries. He dismisses the idea that the elite are "ushering in" the Aeon of Horus, stating that such shifts occur regardless of human intent. White portrays Crowley as a complex adventurer, spy, and artist whose work operates on multiple enigmatic levels.

Marty Leeds recounts his experience at the Sync Book Summit and the difficulty of explaining his work to those within the traditional corporate or academic world. He notes that the study of mathematics within language is largely excluded from university curricula, categorizing it as "occult" or "subversive" knowledge that must be pursued independently.

Lon Milo Duquette concludes the interview by identifying "love" as the most powerful tool in the magician's toolbox, describing it as a tangible energy similar to electricity. He provides his website and social media information, mentioning an upcoming 11-city tour in Europe. He explains that his music, while sometimes covertly magical, is an integral part of his "Great Work" and spiritual expression.