This was a fun interview. I talk to Dr. Richard Kaczynski about Aleister Crowley, agnosticism, freethought, and all of the writing and research that went into writing his newest book. youtu.be/y8WLa74cd3k

Here is the 30% off discount code on Richard's new book. It's still expensive, but this helps.

The The Warburg Institute—whose Yorke Collection contains a vast assortment of letters, diaries, manuscripts, first editions (many annotated) and artwork related to to Aleister Crowley, the Thoth Tarot, and the Golden Dawn—makes the news today in The Guardian. theguardian.com/artanddesign/2…

In one month, the audiobook of “Perdurabo: The Life of Aleister Crowley” drops. It’s hard to believe it’s finally almost here! In the meantime, here’s a 3 ½ minute taste of the book’s opening passages. Enjoy! 🎧📖 youtu.be/NpsfT4U86H0

Worship of the Female-Form, c. 1912, by Alméry Lobel-Riche

Thelemacon is this coming weekend! I'm excited to be volunteering to help this event happen. I love helping interesting, brilliant people do cool things. Note: If you can't make it to Raleigh, NC there is a virtual attendance option. thelemacon.org

I’m still processing news of Robert C Stein’s passing, and will have more thoughts to share later. Meanwhile, in case you are unfamiliar, here is a lovely account of his important professional work in ornithology. macaulaylibrary.org/2022/07/11/rec…

The Strength Tarot card by surrealist artist and author Leonora Carrington, 1950s #LeonoraCarrington #Tarot #Surrealism

Star Sapphire and I have a frank and honest conversation all about stereotypes and assumptions about Thelemites. We break down things you might have heard online or things you may have wanted to ask, but were too afraid. youtu.be/qMCi4Q22E5Y

Aleister Crowley’s 149th birthday (October 12, 1875) seems like a good time to remind y’all that the long-awaited audiobook of “Perdurabo: The Life of Aleister Crowley” drops in 17 days. North Atlantic Books

It's beautiful and looks great on you. I'm absolutely in love with the one most dangerous wren made me. It's one of my favorite things.

listening to Jason Louv's lovely chat with Richard Kaczynski and Maevius Lynn youtu.be/7IMwp1JD8P8?si… via Magick∴Me

Thank you to everyone who helped make the Perdurabo audiobook—which dropped today—the #1 new release in biographies of philosophers. Thanks also to Alan Irving for his masterful narration, and to the team at North Atlantic Books for taking up this audio project. /1

My book “Friendship in Doubt” is currently *40% off* at Oxford University Press as part of the upcoming American Academy of Religion meetings November 23-26, using the code EXAAR24. It doesn’t get better than this. Here’s a link to the full list of discounted titles: oxford.ly/40uQpHm

Join me for an insightful conversation with Aaron Maybank as we dive deep into Aleister Crowley and his enduring influence on modern astrology. (Plus an exciting announcement!) youtu.be/hracgpkUxgc

'Kneeling Man and Standing Woman' by Gustav Vigeland. (1908, bronze)

Aphrodite showing Ares her doves, which made a nest in his helmet. Painting by Joseph Marie Vien