What really happens when you try to build a magical group? Not the fantasy. Not the marketing copy. The reality. In this latest episode of Magick.TV, Rob Rubin and Wade Long sit down for a raw, unfiltered conversation on magical group dynamics the most misunderstood and mishandled aspect of modern occult practice. Together, Rob and Wade break down: 🔥 Why magical groups form—and why so many of them fracture, rot, or collapse 🔥 The invisible power structures that always emerge in spiritual spaces 🔥 Ego, authority, projection, hierarchy, and spiritual politics 🔥 The fine (and dangerous) line between a group, a school, an order, and a cult 🔥 The real opportunities group magic can unlock when done correctly 🔥 And the common leadership mistakes that quietly destroy communities from the inside This episode doesn’t sugarcoat. It doesn’t romanticize. And it definitely doesn’t pretend that “good intentions” are enough. If you’re thinking of starting your own magical groupor if you already lead one this is essential viewing. Rob brings the perspective of building and sustaining large occult communities in the real world, while Wade offers deep insight into the psychological, magical, and structural forces at play when practitioners come together. This isn’t about fear. This isn’t about gatekeeping. This is about responsibility, discernment, and power handled consciously . Whether you’re a solitary practitioner, an aspiring leader, or someone who’s been burned by group work before, this episode will permanently change how you see magical communities. ⚠️ Watch before you gather people. ⚠️ Watch before you give authority. ⚠️ Watch before you call something a “circle.” Because magic doesn’t just amplify intention it amplifies structure, flaws, and power.
