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On the Soul's Terms#113 | Amanda Simon | The Ninth House | The Téchnē of LongingA sun at rest can see farther. That’s the mood we step into as we explore the Ninth House with artist-astrologer Amanda Simon—an airy, unhurried place where conviction meets humility, myth meets method, and meaning proves itself alive. We trace how the Ninth becomes the sun’s joy, not as a grind toward achievement but as a space to linger, radiate, and speak from what you truly know. The conversation moves between lunar nearness and solar reach, pairing the Third House’s intimate tending with the Ninth House’s bold broadcast so ideas stay touchable and true.W...
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The Mimetic ExegeteHomsexuality, Bestiality, and Incest (Leviticus 18)This episode considers the prohibition of bestiality, homosexuality, and incest in Leviticus chapter 18 from a mimetic perspective.
2021-07-0915 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThere's Power in the Blood! (Leviticus 17)This episode presents a mimetic explanation of sacrificial blood manipulation.
2021-07-0220 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Day of Atonement (Leviticus 16)This episode explores the Day of Atonement as a classical Girardian substitution, and presents a mimetic reading of blood manipulation in the book of Leviticus.
2021-06-2517 minThe Mimetic ExegetePurity and COVID-19 (Leviticus 11-15)In this episode, I explore ancient Israelite purity laws through the lens of mimetic theory, and compare these ideas to our handling of the novel coronavirus.
2021-06-1819 minThe Mimetic ExegeteRitual and Repetition (Leviticus 1-10)This episode discusses a mimetic approach to ritual and sacrifice with a particular focus upon Leviticus chapters 1-10.
2021-06-1121 minThe Mimetic ExegeteContaining the Primitve Sacred (Exodus 34-40)This episode wraps our study of the book of Exodus.
2021-06-0422 minThe Mimetic ExegeteWill God go with us? (Exodus 33:1-34:9)This episode explores Moses' revelation of the Lord's glory in Exodus chapters 33 and 34.
2021-05-2821 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Golden Calf (Exodus 32)This episode re-imagines the golden calf episode as the execution of Moses, and his subsequent deification.
2021-05-2128 minThe Mimetic ExegeteControlling the Primitive Sacred (Exodus 23-31)This episode considers Israel's unique rivalry with the Canaanites, and Israel's Tabernacle and Priesthood, from a mimetic perspective.
2021-05-1417 minThe Mimetic ExegeteMoving Beyond Tribalism (Exodus 22)This episode explores Exodus 22 from a mimetic perspective.
2021-05-0722 min
Jenni TalksSeason 2 Episode 11 - Hope, Community and Sanctuary with Simon SkidmoreHello and welcome to season 2 of the Jenni Talks podcast. In this season we are going to focus on conversations with people about creating new opportunities, communities and spaces for young people & youth workers to engage with as a result of the pandemic. My book, From Isolation to Community: Youth Work in the Covid Era and Beyond which captures a snapshot of what has been happening in this past year is available now. In it I have recorded the stories of many people working with young people across the UK during the pandemic, we will be hearing from some...
2021-05-0527 minThe Mimetic ExegeteViolence, Slaves, and Rude Children (Exodus 21:1-27)This episode examines the legal material of Exodus 21 from a mimetic perspective.
2021-04-3024 minThe Mimetic ExegeteLearning to to tame the Primitive Sacred (Exodus 19:7-20:26)This episode explores the Israelites challenge to contain mimetic violence.
2021-04-2319 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe School of Jethro (Exodus 17:8-19:6)This episode discusses the further development of Israelite culture in Exodus 17 and 18.
2021-04-1615 minThe Mimetic ExegeteI Can't Get No Satisfaction (Exodus 16:1-17:7)This episode addresses the Israelites' grumbling in the desert.
2021-04-0919 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Warrior God of Israel (Exodus 15)This episode considers Exodus chapter 15 from a mimetic perpective/
2021-04-0218 minThe Mimetic ExegetePharaoh's Demise (Exodus 13-14)This episode considers the final showdown between Pharaoh and the Israelites from a mimetic perspective.
2021-03-2622 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Passover (Exodus 11-12)This episode considers the passover night from a mimetic perspective.
2021-03-1920 minThe Mimetic ExegeteMarried at First Sight: How Simon Sees itIn this episode, I examine desire on the TV show Married at First Sight from a mimetic persepctive.
2021-03-1807 minThe Mimetic ExegeteMimetic Blindness (Exodus 8:16-10:29)This episode explores the escalating rivalry between Moses and Pharaoh throughout the Exodus narrative.
2021-03-1225 minThe Mimetic ExegeteDestruction and Blooshed (Exodus 5:22-8:15)This episode investigates Moses' rivalry with Pharaoh, and how this rivalry leads to the first two plagues.
2021-03-0522 minThe Mimetic ExegeteWho is the Lord? (Exodus 4:22-5:21)This episode applies mimetic theory to Exodus 4:22-5:21.
2021-02-2622 minThe Mimetic ExegeteIt's time to go back! (Exodus 2:23-4:21)This episode examines Moses' wrestling with mimetic rivalry, as he attempts to seek peace and safety away from Pharaoh.
2021-02-1921 minThe Mimetic ExegeteIntroduction to Exodus (Exodus 1:1-2:22)This episode introduces Exodus from a mimetic perspective.
2021-02-1124 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Final Judgement (Revelation 20-22)This episode considers Revelation chapters 20-22.
2021-02-0526 minThe Mimetic ExegeteBabylon has Fallen! (Revelation 17-19)This episode explores the climactic fall of Rome by applying mimetic theory.
2021-01-2922 minThe Mimetic ExegeteArmageddon (Revelation 14:6-16:21)This episode applies a mimetic hermeneutic to Revelation chapters 14 to 16.
2021-01-2221 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Mark of the Beast (Revelation 12-14:5)This episode examines the Revelation 12:1-14:5 from a mimetic perspective.
2021-01-1524 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Mystery of God Solved (Revelation 10-11)This episode explains the role played by the primitive sacred in the development of culture and religion, as revealed in Revelation 10-11.
2021-01-0827 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Trumpets of Justice (Revelation (8-9)This episode considers the seven trumpets of Justice as a war kindled through mimetic rivalry between political leaders.
2021-01-0119 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Seals of Rivalry (Revelation 6-7)This episode considers the six seals of Revelation 6-7 as the natural consequences of mimetic rivalry.
2020-12-2522 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Heavenly Throne Room (Revelation 4-5)This episode examines John's vision of a heavenly throne room from a mimetic perspective.
2020-12-1821 minThe Mimetic ExegeteHanging in There (Revelation 2:12-3:22)This episode continues our study of the seven letters to the curches of Asia minor in Revelation chapters 2 & 3.
2020-12-1123 minThe Mimetic ExegeteDrawing Back the Curtain (Revelation 1:1-2:11)Season 3 begins by considering the book of Revelation from a mimetic perspective.
2020-12-0422 minThe Mimetic Exegete'Am I in the place of God?' (Genesis 46:1-50:26)This episode wraps up our study of Genesis, and gives some key take home lessons from season 2.
2020-10-2319 minThe Mimetic ExegeteJoseph's Repentance (Genesis 43:1-45:15)This episode explores Joseph's failed attempt to scapegoat Benjamin, and his repentance from mimetic rivalry.
2020-10-1620 minThe Mimetic ExegeteTurning the Tables (Genesis 41:46-42:38)This episode considers Joseph's treatment of his brothers in Egypt, from a mimetic perspective.
2020-10-0919 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Failed Sacpegoat (Genesis 39:1-41:45)This episode considers Joseph's rise to power in Egypt.
2020-09-2524 minThe Mimetic ExegeteTricky Tamar (Genesis 38)This episode considers the story of Tamar, who employs cunning to foil her own scapegoating in Genesis 38.
2020-09-1817 minThe Mimetic ExegeteDaddy's Little Princess (Genesis 37)This episode explores the mimetic dimensions of the interaction between Jacob, Joseph, and his brothers in Genesis 37.
2020-09-1118 minThe Mimetic ExegeteHow to Deal with Jerks (Gensis 35:16-36:43)This episode recaps Jacob's journey, and considers his relationship with Esau.
2020-09-0417 minThe Mimetic ExegeteDating Dinah (Genesis 34:1-35:15)This episode examines the reaction of Jacob and his sons to Shechem's mistreatment of Dinah in Genesis 34.
2020-08-2120 minThe Mimetic ExegeteWrestle Mania (Genesis 32)This episode considers Jacob's encounter with a mysterious figure in Genesis 32, and how this encounter impacts his relationship with his brother, Esau.
2020-08-1420 minThe Mimetic ExegeteWhy did you steal my gods? (Genesis 31)This episode examines Jacob's flight from Laban in Genesis 31.
2020-08-0717 minThe Mimetic ExegeteRival Sisters (Genesis 30)This episode examines the rivalry between Jacob's wives, Rachel and Leah, from a mimetic perspective.
2020-07-3116 minThe Mimetic ExegeteAnd behold, it was Leah! (Genesis 29)This episode considers Laban's deceit of Jacob from a mimetic perspective.
2020-07-2418 minThe Mimetic ExegeteSurely God is in this Place (Genesis 28)This episode considers Jacob's experience of God at Bethel from a mimetic perspective.
2020-07-1717 minThe Mimetic ExegeteHow to Steal a Blessing (Genesis 27)This episode considers the interaction between Jacob, Esau, Isaac, and Rebekah in Genesis 27 from a mimetic perspective.
2020-07-1020 minThe Mimetic ExegeteHistory Repeats itself (Genesis 26)This episode considers Isaac's interaction with Abimelech, the King of Gerar, in Genesis 26.
2020-07-0321 minThe Mimetic ExegeteJacob and Esau (Genesis 25)This episode considers Jacob and Esau's interaction in Genesis 25 from a mimetic perspective.
2020-06-2619 minThe Mimetic ExegeteChanging of the Gurad (Genesis 24)This episodes considers Isaac and Rebekah's marriage and their role as the heads of the family from a mimetic perspective.
2020-06-1925 minThe Mimetic ExegeteAbraham's Conversion (Genesis 22)This episode examines Abraham's almost-execution of his son Isaac in Genesis 22.
2020-06-1224 minThe Mimetic ExegeteHow Simon Sees it: Riots, Racism, and RetaliatonThis episode examines the recent death of George Floyd, and the reaction which followed, from a mimetic perspective.
2020-06-1011 minThe Mimetic ExegeteAbraham in Gerar (Genesis 20 & 21)This episode applies mimetic theory to Genesis 20 & 21.
2020-06-0527 minThe Mimetic ExegeteChristian Foundations 4 & 5: Service and MissionI this episode I consider service and mission from a mimetic perspective.
2020-06-0115 minThe Mimetic ExegeteTwo ways to Live (Gen 18 & 19)This episode contrasts Abraham with the men of Sodom in Genesis 18 and 19.
2020-05-2923 minThe Mimetic ExegeteBecoming truly Human (Genesis 17)This episode applies mimetic theory to Genesis 17.
2020-05-2217 minThe Mimetic ExegeteChristian Foundations 2 & 3: The Spirit and GrowthIn this episode I consider the Holy Spirit's role in spiritual growth from a mimetic perspective.
2020-05-1708 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe God of the Outcast (Gen 15-16)This episode considers the Lord's promises the Abram and Hagar in Genesis 15-16.
2020-05-1521 minThe Mimetic ExegetePursuing Justice and Peace (Gen 13-14)This episode considers the Abraham's pursuit of justice and peace in Genesis 13-14.
2020-05-0815 minThe Mimetic ExegeteChristian Foundations 1: IdentityThis episodes considers the importance of personal identity in faith and life.
2020-05-0410 minThe Mimetic ExegeteHow to make a name for yourself (Genesis 11-12)This episode considers Genesis 11-12 from a mimetic perspective.
2020-05-0118 minThe Mimetic ExegeteHow Simon Sees it 2: ANZAC DayIn this episode we take a look at war through the lens of mimetic theory.
2020-04-2506 minThe Mimetic ExegetePolitics and Scapegoating (Gen 9:18-29)This podcast examines the post-diluvian adventuress of Noah and his sons, and highlights the scapegoat mechanism in Australian politics.
2020-04-2424 minThe Mimetic ExegeteSomewhere Over the Rainbow (Gen 6:1-9:17)This episode presents a unique take on the flood narrative of Genesis 6-9 by reading it as a subversion of an older religious tradition.
2020-04-1719 minThe Mimetic ExegeteLife Outside the Garden (Genesis 4)This episode examines the story of Cain and Abel through the lens of mimetic theory.
2020-04-1023 minThe Mimetic ExegeteLeaving the Garden (Genesis 2 & 3)This episode provides an alternative reading of the "fall narrative" through the lens of mimetic theory.
2020-04-0326 minThe Mimetic ExegeteSacred Time, Sacred Space (Genesis 1:1-2:3)This episode draws upon Genesis 1:1-2:3 to explore the idea that all of creation is sacred and the importance of maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
2020-03-2723 min2020-03-2016 minThe Mimetic ExegeteGrief, Loss, and Hope (John 19:38-20:31)This episodes views the resurrection experiences of the characters in John chapter 20 through the lens of mimetic theory.
2020-03-1319 min2020-03-0911 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Cross (John 18:28-19:37)This episode examines Jesus' crucifixion from a mimetic perspective.
2020-03-0626 minThe Mimetic ExegeteJesus Becomes the Scapegoat (John 18:1-27)This episode explores that actions of Peter, Judas, and the Religious Leaders during Jesus' arrest.
2020-02-2823 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Prayer (John 17)This episode examines Jesus' prayer in John 17 from a mimetic perspective.
2020-02-2118 minThe Mimetic ExegeteHow to experience love and joy (John 16)This episode explores some gleans some practical insights on how to pursue love and joy from John 16.
2020-02-1419 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Vine (John 15)This episode explores the imagery of Jesus as the true vine in John 15.
2020-02-0719 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Helper (John 14)This episode considers Jesus' farewell speech to his disciples in John 14.
2020-01-3121 minThe Mimetic ExegeteLove one Another (John 13)This episode discusses Jesus' act of washing his disciples' feet, and his command to imitate his actions.
2020-01-2421 minThe Mimetic ExegeteGod's glory revealed (John 12:27-50)In this episode I discuss the revelation of God's character through the cross, and how Jesus calls us to aside our false hops to experience true life.
2020-01-1717 minThe Mimetic ExegeteBreaking the Perfume (John 12:1-26)This episode considers the experience of Lazarus, Mary, and Judas in John 12:1-26.
2020-01-1024 minThe Mimetic ExegeteNew Life (John 11)In this episode I investigate the practical implications of John 11, and describe how the scapegoat mechanism leads to Jesus' persecution.
2020-01-0321 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Good Shepherd (John 10)This episode explores Jesus' claim that he is the good shepherd, who leads people out of the darkness into peace and hope.
2019-12-2722 minThe Mimetic ExegeteI was blind, but now I see (John 9)In this episode we explore the idea of spiritual blindness, on both the personal and institutional levels.
2019-12-1922 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Father of Lies (John 8:12-59)This episode explores how the same mimetic process, which led to the woman's persecution in the preceding narrative, now leads the crowd to persecute Jesus. Also, I present a mimetic explanation of Satan as the Father of Lies.
2019-12-1223 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Scapegoat (John 8:2-11)This episode examines the scapegoating of a woman in John 8:2-11.
2019-12-0623 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Feast of Booths (John 7)This episode discusses why people can be so fickle, through a mimetic reading of John 7.
2019-11-2921 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Bread of Life (John 6)In this episode, I apply mimetic theory to John 6 to draw out some unique insights.
2019-11-2222 minThe Mimetic ExegeteHeaven has Broken Through (John 5:16-47)In this episode I explore the idea that John challenges us to imitate Jesus' example to realise his vision of Heaven on Earth.
2019-11-1524 minThe Mimetic ExegeteGet Up and Walk (John 5:1-16)In this episode I draw some practical insights from the healing of a paraplegic man in John 5:1-16.
2019-11-0823 minThe Mimetic ExegeteSign #2 (John 4:46-54)This episode recaps our journey through John's Gospel, and examines the healing of the Official's son in John 4:46-54.
2019-11-0121 minThe Mimetic ExegeteWater of Life (John 4:1-42)In this podcast I consider Jesus' encounter with a woman at a well as a call to lay aside our prejudices, and listen to others outside our religious and social circles.
2019-10-2525 minThe Mimetic ExegeteA Better Way (John 3:22-36)In this episode we discuss the practical implications of living in the light.
2019-10-1824 minThe Mimetic ExegeteYou must be born again (John 3:1-21)This episode discusses Nicodemus' encounter with Jesus.
2019-10-1124 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Cleansing of the Temple (John 2:13-25)This episodes considers Jesus' actions in the Temple as a declaration of the Kingdom of God.
2019-10-0422 minThe Mimetic ExegeteThe Wedding in Cana (John 2:1-11)This podcast examines the wedding of Cana in John 2:1-11, and talks about finding beauty in the mundane parts of life.
2019-09-2720 minThe Mimetic ExegeteCreation in Genesis 1This episode briefly introduces the creation account of Genesis 1, and highlights some key ideas and themes.
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