Arcane Answers

Hosts Lare, Amanda, and Sara interview Twila about her life as a pagan witch. Twila delves into intuitive magic, her connection to the deity Loki, the practice of shadow work, and her unique Samhain ritual, the Dumb Dinner.

This episode dives into the evolution of witchcraft, profiling three key areas. First, we examine Laurie Cabot, the "Official Witch of Salem," who fought negative stereotypes and opened the city's first witch shop. Next, we explore the eccentric life of Gerald Gardner, the founder of the Gardnerian Wicca tradition. Finally, we trace the history of familiars, from mythological companions and demonic imps to their role as modern spirit guides.

This episode of *Arcane Answers*, titled "The Corpse Trade," explores the dark history and modern reality of human remains brokering, starting with the catastrophic cadaver deficit of the **19th century** that led to black market grave robbing and the calculated **homicides of William Burke and William Hare** in Edinburgh, Scotland. Their infamous "**burking**" method, which left bodies desirable for dissection by figures like Doctor Robert Knox, ultimately spurred the **British Anatomy Act of 1832**. The discussion then shifts to America, where serial killer **H.H. Holmes** profited from selling victims' articulated skeletons to medical institutions, embodying a horrifying shift to commercializing...

Gruesome Brew Coffee, run by Lord Gruesome (James Gillis) and Lady Gruesome (Jenny Gillis), who are small-batch, veteran-owned gourmet coffee roasters based in New Hampshire near Lake Winnipesaukee, The couple started the business after leaving their post office jobs and spending a long time perfecting their flavors, often using customers as "guinea pigs". Their coffee is known for its themed lines, including **Cryptid**, **Alien**, **Myths and Monsters**, and **True Crime**, with flavors like the unflavored Mothman Mocha and Bigfoot Maple. They emphasize selling the freshest coffee possible, roasting daily and only grinding to order, which they did on-site at their...

In an episode of the podcast "Arcane Answers," the hosts Lare, Amanda, and Sarah, discuss the enduring human fascination with sea monsters. They explore various mythological sea creatures from different cultures and time periods, starting with ancient sea serpents like the **Leviathan**, which was a powerful symbol for God's power or a cosmic chaos. The conversation then shifts to **Greek mythology**, covering creatures like the six-headed **Scylla** and the whirlpool **Charybdis**, which were seen as personifications of navigational hazards. The hosts also delve into the evolution of the **siren**, noting that while initially depicted as a half-woman, half-bird creature, they...

On this episode of Arcane Answers, the hosts delve into the fascinating and frightening world of demons, demonic possession, and familiars. The episode traces the evolution of these beliefs from the 16th and 17th centuries to the present day. In the early modern period, demonology was considered a serious academic field, combining theology and medicine. Symptoms of possession, such as convulsions, uttering blasphemies, and speaking in unknown languages, were believed to be a true invasion of a person's will. The hosts note that the symptoms exhibited by a "demoniac" were shaped by their religion; for instance, a Catholic would react...

This episode of Arcane Answers, hosted by Larry and Sarah, explores "The Third Man Factor," or sensed presence experiences, where individuals in life-threatening situations report a benevolent, unseen presence providing guidance or comfort. This phenomenon is consistently reported as helpful, distinguishing it from random hallucinations. While often perceived as an unknown male presence, some accounts describe a known loved one or a female figure. The concept gained prominence with Sir Ernest Shackleton's 1916 Antarctic expedition, inspiring T.S. Eliot's "The Wasteland," and was further popularized by John Geiger's 2009 book, *The Third Man Factor: Surviving the Impossible*. The hosts also discuss scientific...

This episode of Arcane Answers discusses various cursed objects and their origins, including the Annabelle doll, the petrified witch of Wookey Hole, the Dybbuk box, Robert the Doll, and "The Crying Boy" painting. The hosts explore how objects become cursed, ranging from malevolent spirits and magic to misfortune, and touch upon different belief systems regarding such items. They also share methods for dispelling curses, such as using salt, hyssop, smoke cleansing, and specific rituals for objects like Ouija boards, emphasizing that burning cursed objects is generally not advised as it can release negative energy.

Welcome to Arcane Answers, where we delve into the enigmatic corners of the human experience. In this episode, we unlock the secrets of our slumber, exploring the profound world of dreams and the unsettling realm of sleep paralysis. We begin by uncovering the nature of dreams during REM sleep, discussing theories on their role in processing emotions and even fostering empathy through shared experiences. Then, we brave the chilling phenomenon of sleep paralysis—that terrifying moment you're awake but utterly frozen. Discover the three main types of spectral visitors that often accompany this state: The Incubus, a crushing pressure on th...

The "Arcane Answers" podcast hosts discussed two voicemails from listeners, both coincidentally themed around dreams. The first caller suggested topics like dreams or guardian angels, specifically mentioning a phenomenon like "second man syndrome". The hosts acknowledged the guardian angel idea but were particularly interested in the "second man syndrome" as one of them had a first-hand experience with it. The second voicemail was from a caller named Chelsea, who described a "synchronicity" related to a dream she had about a high school friend. In the dream, they reconnected through TikTok, and her friend had gotten married and had a child...

"Arcane Answers" hosts Lare, Amanda, and Sara delve into the darker side of fairy folklore, moving beyond modern benevolent portrayals. The episode opens with a listener's unique "soul slipping" experience, sparking a brief paranormal investigation. The hosts explore historical beliefs, noting how fairies once explained unexplainable misfortunes, and discuss the famous 1917 Cottingley Fairies hoax that even fooled Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Sara details the Scottish fairy courts: the benevolent Seelie Court (brownies, pixies, hobgoblins) who aid humans, and the malicious Unseelie Court (kelpies, banshees, Bogarts) known for harming humans and stealing children due to their inability to reproduce. Protection against...

This episode of Arcane Answers, with Lara, Amanda, and Sarah, explores the profound mysteries of the soul, focusing on reincarnation and "walk-ins." The hosts delve into the concept of "walk-ins," where a new soul is believed to enter a physical body after the original soul departs, often following traumatic experiences or NDEs. This phenomenon is often linked to a "higher mission" for the new soul. The discussion traces this idea to the New Age movement, referencing authors like Ruth Montgomery and Dolores Cannon. The episode then introduces James "Jim" Matlock's "processional soul theory," which suggests disincarnated consciousness can interact with...

Arcane Answers delves into the strange and unethical experiments conducted by the CIA during the Cold War, driven by the fear of "brainwashing" and the desperate pursuit of any advantage over the Soviet Union. The experiments ranged from mind control attempts using drugs and hypnosis to paranormal investigations and bizarre schemes like weaponizing animals. The episode also draws parallels between these experiments and themes explored in a previous episode, such as manipulation and the blurring of reality and perception.

In this episode of Arcane Answers, we dive into the fascinating world of modern Spiritualism and its connection to the psychic movement. We trace its origins back to the mid-1800s and the famous Fox sisters, exploring how their claims of communicating with spirits sparked a widespread interest in séances and mediums. We also discuss famous mediums like Daniel Dunglas Home, Florence Cook, and Eusapia Palladino, and touch on the eventual decline of Spiritualism in the 20th century and its evolution into parapsychology and the New Age movement, CIA experiments, and more.

Episode 4: Occult Figures and Satanic Panic. Join us as we dive into key figures and events that have shaped the perception of the occult, particularly in relation to the Satanic Panic in America. The episode examines individuals like Helena Blavatsky, Aleister Crowley, and Anton LaVey, and discusses how their philosophies and activities contributed to the mystique and fear surrounding occultism. Links: Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arcane-answers/id1804630400 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLC5Fa2vtCVTtXOSDdDEvbhkrOXIMAfi62 Discord: https://discord.com/invite/arcaneseries Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Arcane-Answers/61572573600042/ Chronological List of Predominant Occultists and Influential...

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Dive into the shadowy world of cryptids! Join Lare, Amanda, and Sara as they explore bizarre creatures from across the United States. In this episode, journey to the forests of Maine for tales of Bigfoot variations and the elusive Specter Moose. Then, venture to Oklahoma to uncover the mysteries of the legendary Oklahoma Octopus and the vengeful Deer Woman. Prepare for an hour of chilling encounters and baffling legends! and here is a link to the dogman song https://youtu.be/yd5W0iMLL6k?si=-PxhPJQPfAkmqz5z

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