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Some Precognitive Dreams – by Robert McLuhan
Thanks to Lawrence Brennan for this post about some recent precognitive dreams. I am not psychic. I take that word to imply believing oneself to have a controllable or even vaguely useful power of some kind. However I’ve experienced enough [...]
Published on Paranormalia, 2013-05-18
Mercuralia! – by Inominandum
Today is not just Mercuries day because it is Wednesday It is Mercuralia, the sacred feast! At at his hour which falls on his day of the week, which falls on his day of the year you can raise a glass to the god of intelligence, speed, speech, commerce, and of course thievery! “Glorious Mercury, grandson of [...]
Published on Strategic Sorcery Blog, 2013-05-15
210. Miguel Conner Explores Gnostic Themes and “Red Pill” Alienation – by Alex Tsakiris
Interview with author and Podcast host examines Gnostic themes in our modern culture. Join Skeptiko host Alex Tsakiris for an interview with Miguel Conner author of, Voices of Gnosticism. During the interview Conner talks about the limits of Gnostic history: Alex Tsakiris: You do a masterful job exploring how these threads of Gnosticism are woven [...]
Published on Skeptiko – Science at the Tipping Point, 2013-05-14
210. Miguel Conner Explores Gnostic Themes and “Red Pill” Aleination – by Alex Tsakiris
Interview with author and Podcast host examines Gnostic themes in our modern culture. Join Skeptiko host Alex Tsakiris for an interview with Miguel Conner author of, Voices of Gnosticism. During the interview Conner talks about the limits of Gnostic history: Alex Tsakiris: You do a masterful job exploring how these threads of Gnosticism are woven [...]
Published on Skeptiko – Science at the Tipping Point, 2013-05-14
How To Make Psi Disappear – by Robert McLuhan
Dean Radin’s new list of psi articles includes one which he referenced on his blog some time ago, and which I mentioned here quite recently. It’s one of those richly comical moments that bubble up in sceptic discourse from time [...]
Published on Paranormalia, 2013-05-13
Dean Radin's Psi Research List – by Robert McLuhan
I’m very glad to see this list of psi research articles compiled by parapsychologist Dean Radin. The articles are all downloadable, and cover a range of topics – exactly what’s needed. By way of introduction Radin says: In the past, [...]
Published on Paranormalia, 2013-05-13
Got evidence? The Real Effect of Milk on Sleep and Dreams – by Ryan Hurd
Two new industry milk advertisements have been making their rounds on American television. Both ads suggest that drinking a glass of milk before bed will prevent uninterrupted sleep and give you better dreams. Unfortunately, the evidence for a good night’s sleep thanks to a glass of milk is a little thin. Or should I say [...]
Published on dream studies portal, 2013-05-12
BUSINESS STUFF – by Inominandum
Just a quick note on business. I am getting completely caught up and if you live in the US and are expecting something from me, you should get it by Monday the 13th. If you do not get it, please write me and I will make sure you get it by the end of the [...]
Published on Strategic Sorcery Blog, 2013-05-09
Things Children Say – by Robert McLuhan
A reader sent me a link to a Reddit thread which I hadn’t seen before, about the odd stuff that very young children sometimes come out with. I thought I’d pull out some of the more interesting ones. There are [...]
Published on Paranormalia, 2013-05-05
Is this a good idea? – by Benton
Is finding out how ESP works a good idea? There continues to be mounting evidence that the phenomenon exists, that the human mind has access to non-local information, though the mechanics for the most part remain undiscovered. You are welcome to scoff and write parapsychology off as nonsense, such dismissive behavior is natural and not-unprecedented. [...]
Published on Rhine Blog, 2013-05-05
Show Me the Evidence – by IONS Noetic Now Blog
Critics are fond of saying that there is no scientific evidence for psi. They wave their fist in the air and shout, "Show me the evidence!" So I've created a SHOW ME page with downloadable articles on psi and psi-related topics, all published in peer-reviewed journals.
Published on IONS Noetic Now Blog, 2013-05-02
A New Blog and a New Book – by Stacy Horn
Carlos S. Alvarado, PhD, and visiting scholar at the Rhine Research Center, has a new blog called Parapsychology: News, History, Research. I love the sections he has: Education, Recent Publications, and Voices from the Past. His initial posts are about Larry Dossey and the lack of familiarity with the literature of parapsychology among people in [...]
Published on Unbelievable, 2013-05-02
STRATEGIC SORCERY CYCLE 13 HAS BEGUN – by Inominandum
Cycle 13 has begun. If you did not get an e-mail with Lesson Zero and the Walpurgisnacht Meditation in it, but have signed up for Lesson 13, contact me and I will straighten it out. EGO EIMAI SYMPLANOS HYMIN ASTER KAI EK TOU BATHOUS ANALAMPON Jason
Published on Strategic Sorcery Blog, 2013-04-30
209. Talat Jonathan Phillips Chronicles His Transformation From Political Activist to Spiritual Seeker – by Alex Tsakiris
Interview with activist and author explores his personal journey with Ayawaska, ETs, and energy healing. Join Skeptiko host Alex Tsakiris for an interview with Talat Jonathan Phillips author of, The Electric Jesus: The Healing Journey of a Contemporary Gnostic. During the interview Phillips talks about finding a balance between the worldly and spiritual pursuits: Alex [...]
Published on Skeptiko – Science at the Tipping Point, 2013-04-30
7 Rules for Sane Eclecticism – by Inominandum
Last week I was sponsored by the Tri-College Mellon Working Group on Magic to give two lectures. The first on The Place of Magic was held at Swarthmore College and was only to professors and guests of the group. In attendance was Yvonne Chireau author of Black Magic: African American Religion and Conjuring Tradition, Eoghan Ballard [...]
Published on Strategic Sorcery Blog, 2013-04-29
Show me the evidence – by Dean Radin
Critics are fond of saying that's there is no scientific evidence for psi. They wave their fist in the air and shout, "Show me the evidence!" Then they turn red and have a coughing fit. In less dramatic cases a student might be genuinely curious and open-minded, but unsure where to begin to find reliable [...]
Published on Entangled Minds, 2013-04-28
Don’t Mistake Tactics for Strategy when Learning How to Lucid Dream – by Ryan Hurd
As a lucid dreaming teacher, I hear from a lot of people who wish they could go lucid more frequently. When I ask what is the plan being using to stir up more lucid dreams, they usually list off a dozen different induction practices. At this point, I already know the problem: they are mistaking [...]
Published on dream studies portal, 2013-04-27
Mistaking Tactics for Strategy when Learning How to Lucid Dream – by Ryan Hurd
As a lucid dreaming teacher, I hear from a lot of people who wish they could go lucid more frequently. When I ask what is the plan being using to stir up more lucid dreams, they usually list off a dozen different induction practices. At this point, I already know the problem: they are mistaking [...]
Published on dream studies portal, 2013-04-27
One week before the start of Cycle 13. – by Inominandum
Just one week before the beginning of CYCLE 13 of STRATEGIC SORCERY TRAINING COURSE It starts on May 1st. Sign up before then to participate in the Walpurgisnacht and May 1st meditations. Write me at inominandum@gmail.com with the words STRATEGIC SORCERY COURSE in the subject line.
Published on Strategic Sorcery Blog, 2013-04-26
Updates On Books, The Nature of Spirits And Other Blogosphere Fun – by M.C.
It has been quite some time since I last set the metaphorical pen to paper and updated this blog, partly because of the ever diminishing amount of free time I’m afforded, and partly because I’ve had something of a writers block, at least where this site is concerned. Despite the period of radio [...]
Published on The Lion’s Den, 2013-04-25