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Way of the HermitS2E15: The Trimorphic Protennoia - Part 1 of 4In this episode of the “Way of the Hermit” podcast, Gene and David embark on a 4-part exploration of the Trimorphic Protennoia (”Three Forms of the First Thought") - a cornerstone text from the Nag Hammadi library. This episode builds on their previous journeys through the "Secret Gospel of John" and the "Gospel of Thomas," tracing the descent and return of the soul through the mythic architecture of consciousness.In this discussion, the hosts unravel the Trimorphic Protennoia as both a cosmic autobiography and a practical manual for the inner life. They illuminate the text’s central claim: t...2025-06-2834 min
Way of the HermitS2E14: The Gospel of Thomas - Part 5 of 5In this concluding episode of their five-part series, David and Gene explore the final 22 sayings of the Gospel of Thomas (93-114), revealing the text's most profound mysteries about spiritual transformation and divine realization.These culminating teachings address the protection of sacred wisdom ("pearls before swine"), the gradual process of inner transformation symbolized by yeast working through dough and hidden treasure requiring patient excavation, all of which support the ultimate goal of uniting the dual aspects of consciousness in the alchemical "Sacred Marriage."The hosts delve into Jesus's radical redefinition of kinship in spiritual rather than...2025-05-3145 min
Way of the HermitS2E13: The Gospel of Thomas - Part 4 of 5In this episode, David and Gene continue their exploration of the Gospel of Thomas, examining sayings 70-92. These sayings focus on navigating the duality between spiritual and material worlds and the constant choices we must make between them.The esoteric meaning behind the sayings of Jesus in the Gospel are discussed, starting with the call to activate the latent "divine spark" within us - a spiritual conception or “virgin birth” (Saying 70). They interpret Jesus’ saying about the destruction of the "house" (Saying 71) as referring to a personal apocalypse of Gnosis, an irreversible transformation of one's worldview. Jesus's refusa...2025-05-0136 min
Way of the HermitS2E12: The Gospel of Thomas - Part 3 of 5In this episode, David and Gene continue their discussion of the Gospel of Thomas, exploring sayings 47-69 of this profound and mysterious Gnostic text. The sayings it contains offer timeless insights into the spiritual path, providing guidance for those striving to transcend material attachments and awaken to higher consciousness.Building on their previous discussions, they delve deeper into the themes of spiritual unity, overcoming duality, and the transformative nature of self-realization.Their discussion begins with Saying 47, which uses a variety of vivid metaphors to illustrate the need for overcoming the dualities within ourselves and the...2025-03-2938 min
Way of the HermitS2E11: The Gospel of Thomas - Part 2 of 5In this episode, David and Gene continue their exploration of the Gospel of Thomas, examining sayings 24-46 of this enigmatic Gnostic text. Building on their previous discussion, they delve deeper into the three-world Gnostic cosmology: the unity of the spiritual Pleroma, the duality of the realm of Soul/Mind (Heaven), and the unity in multiplicity of the physical world (Earth).They begin by discussing a listener comment about "combining all religions," noting that spiritual unity might indeed be the ultimate goal, as suggested in Ephesians 4:13, where the original Greek terms "Gnosis" (knowledge) and "Pleroma" (fullness) reveal deeper...2025-02-2830 min
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Hidden In God: Finding Peace in a World of Chaos
"Thou art my hiding place; thou shalt preserve me from trouble; thou shalt compass me about with songs of deliverance. Selah." - Psalm 32:7 (KJV)
A small town in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, decided to erect a large black screen to block the view of Mount Fuji from a popular photo spot near a Lawson convenience store. This measure was taken to manage the issue of overtourism and the disruptive behavior of tourists who were flocking to the area to capture photos with Mount Fuji in the...2025-02-0602 min
Way of the HermitS2E10: The Gospel of Thomas - Part 1 of 5In this episode of the Way of the Hermit Podcast, David and Gene begin their exploration of the Gospel of Thomas, a collection of 114 enigmatic sayings attributed to the “Living Jesus,” that, like the other Gnostic texts discovered in the cache at Nag Hammadi, Egypt - challenges conventional religious notions.Unlike the cosmological narrative of the Secret Gospel of John, the teachings in the Gospel of Thomas are distilled into koan-like paradoxes and parables, designed to provoke self-realization. Labeled heretical by early church fathers, this primary text of the “Thomasine Tradition,” rejects dogma in favor of direct spiritua...2025-02-0132 min
Sounds of BlueSOB 478 Features: John Scofield, Robben Ford, George Duke, Jimmy Smith, John Tropea, Drew Zingg, Karl Denson, Milt Jackson, Walter "Wofman" Washington, Buddy Johnson & Bob Putignano- Bernard Herrmann Twilight Zone - End Title - Dream Theme 40th Anniversary Twilight Zone - 1st Season - 1959 Silva Treasury - 4CD's 2022 SOB Twilight Zone Theme- Bob James & David Sanborn Since I Fell for You by Buddy Johnson w/Al Jarreau's vocal + Steve Gadd, Marcus Miller + Double Vision - 1986 - Tommy LiPuma produced Warner Bros. Buddy Johnson - 110- Milt Jackson Five 0'Clock In the Morning by Joe Williams w/Joe Williams' vocal + Joshua Redman, Cedar Walton + The Prophet Speaks - 1994 Qwest Records - Reprise Milt Jackson - 102- Ella Johnson & Buddy J...2025-01-194h 03
Way of the HermitS2E9: The Secret Gospel of John - Part 4 of 4In this episode of Way of the Hermit, David and Gene conclude their deep dive into The Secret Gospel of John, uncovering its profound esoteric teachings on self-awareness, spiritual awakening, and the cosmic struggle between light and darkness.Picking up where the last episode left off, they explore how the creation of Eve symbolizes a division within Adam’s unified self, representing the separation of conscious and subconscious aspects. This psychic split, orchestrated by the Demiurge, obscures humanity’s divine nature, setting the stage for the journey back to wholeness. Eve, embodying the hidden spark of divinity (the...2024-12-2833 min
Way of the HermitS2E8: The Secret Gospel of John - Part 3 of 4In this episode of Way of the Hermit, David and Gene continue their exploration of the “Secret Gospel of John,” delving deeper into the text’s esoteric description of the evolution of consciousness.The primary story arc of this episode concerns the awakening of self-consciousness and awareness, and also the accompanying feeling of being “not whole.” The narrative follows how Sophia, representing dawning self-awareness, experiences her separation from divine unity, leading to a profound journey of anguish, realignment and restoration. In a response from heaven to Sophia’s prayers, heaven grants a vision to her son, the Demiurge, of...2024-11-3038 min
Way of the HermitS2E7: The Secret Gospel of John - Part 2 of 4In this episode, David and Gene continue their exploration of the Secret Gospel of John, delving into its complex cosmology and comparing it with Neoplatonic philosophy. They review the discussion from the previous episode that detailed the first phases the evolution of consciousness through the emanations of (1) the Monad (pure undifferentiated consciousness - will), (2) Barbelo (first reflection - thought), and (3) Christ/Autogenes (self-generated awareness - life). They draw parallels between ancient spiritual concepts and contemporary neuroscience, and discuss how these concepts relate to the modern understanding of consciousness and psychological development. The conversation explores the emergence of t...2024-10-3141 min
The Holmes Archive of Electronic MusicAn Electronic Music Mixed-BagEpisode 135
An Electronic Music Mixed-Bag
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John Bischoff, “The League Of Automatic Music Composers: Recording, December 17, 1978” from Lovely Little Records (1980 Lovely Music Ltd.). Tracks from this six-EP collection of new music from a variety of Lovely Music artists. Computer, David Behrman, Jim Horton, John Bischoff, Rich Gold; Mixing, "Blue" Gene Tyranny. “The League Of Automatic Music Composers makes music collaboratively by forming microcomputer networks. … For this performance, “each composer independently created a music program for his own...2024-10-191h 43
Way of the HermitS2E6: The Secret Gospel of John - Part 1 of 4In this episode, David and Gene begin their exploration of "The Secret Gospel of John," also known as the "Apocryphon of John," a pivotal text in the Sethian Gnostic tradition. They discuss the text's history, its multiple versions, and its significance as a comprehensive presentation of Gnostic cosmology and theology.The discussion delves into the concept of the Monad, the ultimate unity in Gnostic thought, comparing it to similar ideas in Pythagoreanism and Kabbalah, and exploring its characteristics as the ineffable, unnameable source of all qualities. In the process, David and Gene draw parallels with modern cosmology...2024-10-0231 min
Way of the HermitS2E5: Gnostic ChristianityIn this episode, David and Gene delve into the fascinating world of Gnostic Christianity, exploring its origins, philosophical concepts, and enduring influence.The episode explores the historical and philosophical landscape that gave birth to Gnostic Christianity, focusing on Alexandria's crucial role as a melting pot of Eastern and Western thought. David and Gene also discuss the significance of the Septuagint and the works of Philo of Alexandria, in bridging Jewish and Greek philosophical traditions.The main Gnostic sects are introduced: the Sethians, Valentinians, Basilideans, Ophites, and Carpocratians, as well as the key texts associated with...2024-09-0225 min
akiwiwa - als Kino wichtig war | when cinema matteredakiwiwa #37 | Dystopie-Kino | Walkabout (1971), Eureka (1983) (Roeg) | Die Insel der Super-Eliteakiwiwa – als Kino wichtig war…
when cinema mattered…
Die Aktualität der alten Kinofilme.
Audio-Podcast,
(manchmal) monatlich,
von und mit Kilian Mutschke und Joachim Polzer.
Episode 37
August 2024
Spieldauer: 125 Minuten
Thema dieser Episode:
Dystopie-Kino:
Die Insel der Super-Elite
Kilian Mutschke und Joachim Polzer besprechen in dieser Podcast-Episode zwei Kinospielfilme des britischen Film-Regisseurs und langjährigen Kameramanns
Nicolas Roeg: Walkabout aus dem Jahr 1971 sowie Eureka aus dem Jahr 1983
in Fortsetzung der Themenfolge zum „Dystopie-Kino“ (seit Januar 2022...2024-08-2100 min
Way of the HermitS2E4: Gnosis RebornIn this episode of "Way of the Hermit," David and Gene dive down the rabbit hole, into the world of Gnosticism and its connection to Freemasonry. They explore how Gnostic teachings, once considered heretical, were driven underground and lay buried for centuries until their rediscovery in the 20th century. They discuss the core principles of Gnosticism, emphasizing its focus on direct inner knowledge of the divine (gnosis) rather than adherence to dogma or external rules.The episode traces the historical suppression of Gnostic ideas by early Christian literalists and examines key figures in Gnostic thought, including Simon...2024-07-3129 min
Way of the HermitS2E3: Introducing GnosisIn this episode, David and Gene begin their deep dive into Gnosticism and its intimate connection to Freemasonry. They explore the key concepts that form the foundation of Gnostic thought, including the Monad, Emanations, Duality, and the pursuit of Gnosis, and discuss how these ideas are woven into the fabric of Masonic philosophy, particularly within the Scottish Rite system. The Way of the Hermit Podcast: https://www.wayofthehermit.comDavid and Gene discuss how the ancient wisdom traditions use symbols and allegories to convey deeper truths about the nature of reality and human consciousness. Through t...2024-07-0629 min
Way of the HermitS2E2: A Path to Providence - Part 2 of 2In this episode, David and Gene delve into the world of esoteric Freemasonry with their esteemed guests, Worshipful Brother Ben Wallace and Most Worshipful Brother Shaun Bradshaw. As authors of the book "A Path to Providence", Shaun and Ben share their inspiring journey in reviving the mystery school roots of Freemasonry through the establishment of groundbreaking esoteric education programs in North Carolina. The Way of the Hermit Podcast: https://www.wayofthehermit.comFrom humble beginnings in small esoteric discussion groups to the formation of the first Traditional Observance Lodges in North Carolina, Ben and Shaun...2024-06-0641 min
Way of the HermitS2E1: A Path to Providence - Part 1 of 2In this first episode of the second season of the “Way of the Hermit” podcast we are “tying up loose ends” left over from last season. In this first part of our two-part season opener, we are looking at the book “A Path to Providence: The Creation of the Middle Chamber Program.”The Way of the Hermit Podcast: https://www.wayofthehermit.comIn "A Path to Providence", authors Shaun Bradshaw and Ben Wallace address the problems within modern Freemasonry and the Scottish Rite, offering solutions to revive the esoteric core of the craft. The book tells the st...2024-05-0135 min
Way of the HermitPodcast UpdateIn this brief episode, we discuss:Ongoing updates to the audio of the Season 1 episodes.An upcoming e-book and audiobook of our first Season.Plans for Season 2, which will begin in January 2024.2023-10-3107 min
Down Trails of VictoryS3 E2--Greg DavisChampionship Fridays and Championship Saturdays...Greg Davis, legendary Port Neches-Groves High School graduate, talks about his storied football career, including: his years as a student at Woodlawn Junior High and PN-G;quarterbacking the Indians on their 1968 District Championship run;his return to PN-G as offensive coordinator, where the Indians won a State title in 1975, made a Semifinal appearance in 1976, and another Final appearance in 1977;his career in collegiate coaching;his seven years at Texas A&M as an assistant working under Emory Bellard, T...2023-07-211h 43
Way of the HermitScottish Rite: EpilogueTranscripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com.In the podcast, the evolution of the Square and Compass, the primary symbol of the "Blue Lodge," is examined after the hosts' journey through the Scottish Rite degrees. It is now seen as a more profound representation, with the Compass over the Square symbolizing Spirit ruling over the material, and the 'G' inside representing the "Grand Architect of the Universe." The discussion also covers the double-headed eagle, the emblem of the Scottish Rite, which symbolizes the unity of human and...2023-03-1929 min
Way of the Hermit32nd Degree: Master of the Royal SecretTranscripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com.In this episode, the intricate details of the Degree Ritual and its profound symbolism are explored, shedding light on the culmination of Masonic teachings. The ritual, set against the backdrop of the Vernal Equinox, serves as a symbolic journey through the Scottish Rite degrees, leading to the understanding of the Royal Secret and the Holy Doctrine.The Encampment, a central symbol of the Degree, is meticulously described, revealing its nested geometric figures that represent the journey of enlightenment...2023-03-0537 min
Way of the Hermit31st Degree: Inspector InquisitorTranscripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com.In the heart of the episode, the mythological setting of the Egyptian "Hall of Judgment" from the Book of the Dead is explored, serving as the backdrop for the degree ritual. This setting is not just a mere stage but a profound allegory for the final judgment, a theme resonant across many world religions but here, uniquely intertwined with ancient Egyptian mythology.The ritual itself, focusing on the "Weighing of the Heart," is a dramatization that uses symbolism...2023-02-1938 min