Arcanvm Podcast

Ike Baker

Arcanvm Podcast sets the table for real discussions with practitioners, scholars, and researchers in the fields of spirituality, ceremonial magic, occultism, and more. Practitioner and author Ike Baker hosts discussions spanning the spectrum of the occult, and esoteric. For more visit: ikebaker.com

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May 23, 2025 · 1 hr 7 min
Italian Witchcraft, Cultural Exoticism & the ‘Herbal Fear’ Soul Retrieval w. Angela Puca
In S6E4 I sit down with lecturer, scholar, author, and content creator Dr. Angela Puca of Angela's Symposium YouTube channel to talk about her latest book: Italian Witchcraft and Shamanism: The Tradition of Segnature, Indigenous and Trans-Cultural Shamanic Traditions in Italy. Join us for a lively conversation! Dr. Puca: https://drangelapuca.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@drangelapuca/featured https://www.amazon.com/Italian-Witchcraft-Shamanism-Indigenous-Trans-cultural/dp/900469417X SUBSCRIBE to the ARCANVM Newsletter:https://ikebaker.com/newsletterFor all things Ike be sure to visit/message him at: https://ikebaker.comSUPPORT ARCANVM for $5/MONTH: https:patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/arcanvvm FOLLOW on Instagram: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #witchcraft #shamanism #magic #magick
May 9, 2025 · 1 hr 8 min
Myth-history, Immortality Machines & the Surreality of Egypt w. Dr. Justin Sledge
In S6E3 I sit down with scholar, professor, host of the ESOTERICA channel and returning guest Dr. Justin Sledge fresh off of his latest venture— an immersive educational tour through Egypt! Join us for a chat on what the good professor taught, as well as what he learned. Dr. Sledge: https://www.justinsledge.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@TheEsotericaChannel Missed Dr. Sledge's immersive field study? JOIN IKE FOR HIS: Techniques of Graeco-Egyptian Theurgy will take place on-site in Egypt October 18-26th, 2025! REGISTRATION IS OPEN! REGISTER HERE: https://portal.argosdestinations.com/public/form/view/67450151a09985003a16ce1c VIEW THE ITINERARY: https://travefy.com/trip/6yw9rqtfkbpsqz2a2sjhd9vvdl7f3ta SUBSCRIBE to the ARCANVM Newsletter:https://ikebaker.com/newsletter For all things Ike be sure to visit/message him at: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM for $5/MONTH: http://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/arcanvvm FOLLOW on Instagram: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #esoteric #egypt #travel #occult
Apr 11, 2025 · 1 hr 14 min
Greek Folk Magic, Imaging the Idea & Holding the Same Things Sacred w. Sasha Chaitow
In E2S6 I sit down with British-Greek cultural historian, author, and artist Sasha Chaitow to discuss her past & upcoming work including a translation & commentary on Horappolon's Hieroglyphia, Greek identity and folk traditions, the role art in esotericism and scholarship, & much more. PRE-ORDER Horapollon's Hieroglyphica from Black Letter Press:https://www.blackletter-press.com/product-page/horapollo-hieroglyphica?fbclid=IwY2xjawJl8y1leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHjFb1jEYz_CXNTlsbvDORBaRoJd8iqgYqbWSoO0dRWRmkCYKQEL6AR0WX_D2_aem_nAUDxTG_zbzoMhGuXVYDJQ Dr. Sasha Chaitow: Website: https://sashachaitow.co.uk Writing: https://thyrathen.substack.com SUBSCRIBE to the ARCANVM Newsletter:https://ikebaker.com/newsletter For all things Ike be sure to visit/message him at: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM for $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/arcanvvm FOLLOW on Instagram: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #greek #esoteric #history
Mar 20, 2025 · 1 hr 15 min
Noetic Perception, the Hallucination of the Soul & Altered States of Gnosis w. Wouter Hanegraaff
In the premiere episode of Season 6 of the podcast I sit down with Wouter J. Hanegraaff, professor of Hermetic Philosophy & related currents at the University of Amsterdam. Professor Hanegraaff is one of the leading voices in the academic study of hermetism, hermeticism, and esotericism at large. His written works include Esotericism and the Academy: Rejected Knowledge in Western Culture, Western Esotericism: A Guide for the Perplexed, Hermetic Spirituality and the Historical Imagination: Altered States of Knowledge in Late Antiquity, and the forthcoming Esotericism in Western Culture: Counter-Normativity and Rejected Knowledge.It was a pleasure to speak with the professor on Hermeticism, the concept of the soul in antiquity, esotericism in western culture, his native home of Amsterdam, the interplay between practitioner communities and the academy and much more.Professor Hanegraaff: https://www.wouterjhanegraaff.net/abouthttps://uva.academia.edu/WouterHanegraaffhttps://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001JOKDBM?ccs_id=b0a98f09-1c45-4eac-b6b7-78b077337cb7ARCANVM Newsletter:https://ikebaker.com/newsletterFor all things Ike be sure to visit/message him at: https://ikebaker.comSUPPORT ARCANVM for $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvmFOLLOW on Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm FOLLOW on Instagram: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #hermeticphilosophy #hermeticism #esoteric
Feb 7, 2025 · 1 hr 6 min
Magical Pragmatism, A Grand Mutation & the Astrology of Nations w. John Michael Greer
In S5 E14 I sit down with author & astrologer John Michael Greer to discuss his latest book The Astrology of Nations. Our conversation takes us from the practice of mundane astrology, to astrological magic, astrological forecasts for the future, and much more. The Astrology of Nations: https://redfeathermbs.com/collections/redfeather-astrology-others/products/the-astrology-of-nations# JMG: https://www.ecosophia.net/ For all things Ike be sure to visit/message him at: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM for $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/@UCNTK70AOAOi9zMqOZFdvjeA FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Instagram: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #astrology #astrologypodcast #magic
Jan 31, 2025 · 1 hr 4 min
Spirit Hierarchies, Claves Intelligentiarium & Conjuring the Devils of the Details w. David Rankine
IN S5 E13 I sit down with author, scholar, practitioner and editor in chief of Hadean Press, David Rankine. In his second appearance on the show, David and I discuss his latest work- Claves Intelligentiarium— a practical guide in the evocation of planetary intelligences. Claves Intelligentiarium: https://www.amazon.com/Claves-Intelligentiarum-David-Rankine/dp/1915933684 For all things Ike be sure to visit/message him at: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: http://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #magick #magic #podcast
Jan 24, 2025 · 49 min
Dream Incubation, Imaginal Mythologies & Entering the Mirror Realm w. Sarah Janes
In S5 E12 I sit down with writer, researcher, curator, and facilitator of Dream Mysteries, Sarah Janes to talk about mythology, the mysteries of dream life, dream incubation, the multivalent imagination and much more. Sarah: https://themysteries.org https://www.innertraditions.com/author/sarah-janes For all things Ike be sure to visit/leave him a message at: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #dream #luciddreams #spirituality #mythology
Jan 17, 2025 · 1 hr 20 min
The Self Here & Now, Future Sustainability & Lifting the Weight w. Mark Stavish
In S5 E11 I sit down with author, astrologer, alchemist, media personality and founder and director of studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies, Mark Stavish to discuss future sustainability for communities in esotericism, and the realities of administration, leadership, publishing, and preparation for the unfolding changing of the guard and globally shifting paradigms. Donate to the IHS Collection:https://gofund.me/6c5e8900 IHS Online:https://institute-for-hermetic-studies.teachable.com/courses/ REGISTER FOR Techniques of Graeco-Egyptian Theurgy: https://portal.argosdestinations.com/public/form/view/67450151a09985003a16ce1c TGET FULL ITINERARY: https://travefy.com/trip/6yw9rqtfkbpsqz2a2sjhd9vvdl7f3ta For all things Ike be sure to visit him/leave him a message: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #hermetic #sustainability #history #esoteric
Jan 11, 2025 · 1 hr 27 min
Esoteric Archaeology, Coptic-Hermetic Hymns & Problems with Reading Plato w. Chris Cogger of MYSTAI
In S5E10 I sit down with scholar and content creator Chris Cogger, host of the MYSTAI channel and co-host of The Living Mysteries podcast. We discuss the theory and practice of theurgic ceremonial, philosophy, the value of hymns in practical magic, esoteric archaeology and much more. Chris: https://mystai.co.uk https://www.youtube.com/ @mystai https://chrislyon.substack.com/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5YpffE8BNg13Hg7bTPdIPO?si=c1dfbb7ee61c4bb7 For all things Ike be sure to visit:https://ikebaker.comSUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #philosophy #archaeology #magick #astrology
Dec 13, 2024 · 1 hr 6 min
Esoteric Healing, Geometric Language & the Teleological Machine of the Universe w. Peter Mark Adams
In S5E9 I sit down with the incomparable Peter Mark Adams to discuss energy healing, visionary experiences, his work with sacred symbols and images, the Hagia Sophia and much more! Peter:https://petermarkadams.com/ For all things Ike be sure to visit:https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https:patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #spirituality #healing #esoteric
Nov 29, 2024 · 56 min
Magical Glastonbury, the Holythorn & A History of Irish Magic w. Sally & James North
In S5E8 I sit down with ally and James North of Holythorn Press. Sally and James released their co-authored book entitled A History of Irish Magic earlier this yer to international acclaim amongst both practitioners and historians of magic and esotericism. We discuss their research for the book, esoteric publishing company- Holythorn Press, the fusion of magic and Christianity, some very interesting bits of Golden Dawn history, and much more! Holythorn Press: https://www.holythornpress.com/ For all things Ike be sure to visit: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #magick #yeats #ireland
Nov 23, 2024 · 1 hr 8 min
Esoteric Iconography, Platonic Philosophy & the Tarot of Marsilio w. Christophe Poncet
In S5E7 I sit down with author, tarot practitioner and iconographical researcher Christophe Poncet to talk about his fascinating and important discoveries, his upcoming volumes elaborating the findings of his research, his Tarot practice, and much more. Christophe: https://www.facebook.com/christophe.poncet.35 The Tarot of Marsilio: https://scarletimprint.com/publications/p/the-tarot-of-marsilio-down-here For all things Ike be sure to visit:https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #tarot #plato #spirituality
Nov 15, 2024 · 1 hr 3 min
A Feral Church, Tower Time & Loving the Unknown Land w. Byron Ballard
In S5E6 I sit down with author, folklorist, teacher, community leader, and WNC Appalachian native, Byron Ballard. We sat down to discuss some of her core values in community, the Appalachian folk traditions, magic, her book a Feral Church, extraction culture, what she refers to as “tower time” and much more. Byron: https://www.myvillagewitch.com/ A Feral Church: https://www.amazon.com/Feral-Church-Journey-Kinship-Goddess/dp/073877636X For all things Ike be sure to visit: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #folklore #magick #appalachia
Nov 7, 2024 · 1 hr 7 min
Meditation, Everyday Evolution & Seeking the Universal w. Martin Faulks
In S5 E5 I sit down with with author, freemason, meditation specialist, and publisher (Lewis Masonic) Martin Faulks to discuss masonry, self-mastery, discipline, meditation, mysticism and more! Martin: https://martinfaulks.co.uk/ Lewis Masonic: https://www.lewismasonic.co.uk/ For all things Ike be sure to visit: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #meditation #freemasonry #selfimprovement #spirituality
Oct 18, 2024 · 1 hr 21 min
Lyrical Magic, Pre-Socratic Worldviews & The Orphic Binding of Ares w. Kristin Mathis
In S5E4 I sit down with scholar and translator Kristin Mathis to have a fascinating and fun conversation about her work with the orphic tradition, pre-socratic history and philosophies, the magic of lyrics and much more. Kristin: https://mysteriamundi.substack.com https://kristinmathis.com For all things Ike be sure to visit: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #orphic #spirituality #history
Oct 12, 2024 · 55 min
New Hermopolis, Philosophies of Hope & the Return of Ancient Wisdom w. Mervat Nasser
In S5E3 I sit down with my friend and collaborator Dr. Mervat Abdel Nasser. Dr. Nasser has written psychological and philosophical commentaries on ancient Egyptian thought. In 2007, she took an early retirement from her job as consultant psychiatrist and senior lecturer at King’s College and returned to Egypt to pursue her dream of founding the New Hermopolis - an Eco-village with the mission of harnessing Middle Egypt’s heritage towards the cultural and economic development in the region of Minya, Egypt near the ruins of the ancient city of Hermopolis Magna. Dr. Nasser and myself are co-organizers of the Hermopolis symposium, hosted at her New Hermopolis village October 23rd to the 27th of this year, which will feature international scholars independent researchers and high-level practitioners in the fields of esotericism including Wouter Hanegraaff, Shannon Grimes, Charles Stang, Gregory Shaw, Mark Vernon, Aaron Cheak, Soledad Davies, Jaime Paul Lamb, P.D. Newman, Carl Hayden Smith, and many others. In addition to the on-site conference, the Arcanvm channel will be presenting a digital track as well, featuring digital presentations by Marlene Seven Bremner, Peter Mark Adams, Ronnie Pontiac, and others. Audiences can participate in the proceedings of the entirety of conference digitally by purchasing passes at the link below. Hermopolis Symposium DIGITAL passes: https://patreon.com/thenewhermopolisconference1/shop Mervat:https://newhermopolis.org https://hermopolis-foundation.org https://rubedo.press/mervat-nasser For all things Ike be sure to visit: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #egypt #spirituality #philosophy
Oct 6, 2024 · 51 min
Norse Runes, Paganism & Freemasonry w. Angel Millar
My conversation today is with returning guest and editor in chief of the Masonic periodical the Fraternal Review, Angel Millar. We sat down today to talk about the October, 2024 issue — a masonic first — investigating Freemasonry and Paganism, the norse mythology of the poetic Eddas, pagan reconstructionism and more. Fraternal Review: https://www.theresearchlodge.com/subscribe?category=Subscriptions Angel: https://angelmillar.com/ SoCal Research: https://www.theresearchlodge.com/ For all things Ike be sure to visit: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #freemasonry #paganism #occult #esoteric
Sep 27, 2024 · 56 min
Egyptian Magic, Angelology & Working with the Thoughts of God w. Normandi Ellis
In the premiere episode of Season 5 of the podcast, I sit down for a wonderful conversation with with author, translator, astrologer and practitioner Normandi Ellis to talk about her early work in translating ancient Egyptian texts, Egyptian magic, the power and limitations of words, angelology and the nature of spiritual entities, the importance of remaining mindful in practice, and much more. Visit Normandi online: https://normandiellis.com http://wordsofpower.com http://twoladiestravelco.com Please consider supporting Arcanvm on Patreon: https://patreon.com/arcanvm For all things Ike be sure to visit: http://ikebaker.com Purchase your DIGITAL passes for the Hermopolis Symposium: https://patreon.com/thenewhermopolisconference1 https://hermopolis-foundation.org/symposium Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: https://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com #ancientegypt #angelology #magick #spirituality
Sep 13, 2024 · 58 min
Platonic Gnosis, the Curriculum of Iamblichus & the Mystical Experience Beyond Reason w. Eric Orwoll
In S4E13 - the ARCANVM S4 finale - I sit down with with philosopher, Platonist, and content creator Eric Orwoll. Eric's work in dialogue with various collaborators has positioned him as an outstanding voice in the study of Platonism. Specifically, his work in reviewing the Iamblichean curriculum of the Platonic dialogues, Proclus’ Elements of Theology, and the dissertations and essays of Thomas Taylor on the various aspects of Platonism and Neoplatonism are among what I consider to be the most important influences in my own work. Eric: https://www.youtube.com/@understandingplato1134 https://returntotheland.org For all things Ike be sure to visit: https://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: https://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: https://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com
Aug 16, 2024 · 1 hr 13 min
Aleister Crowley, Practical Occultism & Esotericism in Freemasonry w. Troy Spreeuw
In S4E12 I sit down with Brother Troy Spreeuw to discuss his start in Masonry and broader interests in western esotericism, his studies of the 19th and 20th century agent provocateur Aleister Crowley, the Masonic atmosphere in 2024 and the Esotericism in Freemasonry Conference, which he is organizing and hosting in Seattle Washington now in its 8th year... and much more. Esotericism in Freemasonry Conference: https://esotericmasonry.com The Mystic Tye: https://mystictye.com For all things Ike be sure to visit: https://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm on Patreon: https://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m Facebook: https://facebook.com/arcanvvm Contact: arcanvvm@gmail.com