UnderWorld with Hadean Press

In a break from our usual schedule of author interviews we thought it might be a great opportunity for us to properly introduce the power behind the throne, the witch in the woods herself, co-founder and managing director of Hadean Press, Erzebet Barthold. Erze is the head of several publishing ventures which we will discuss in todays podcast, as well as a member of the Independent Publishers Guild, the Societas Magica, and the European Society for the Study of Western Esotericism. Today we will be discussing Erzebet’s background in magic and folklore as well as her many projects including the Magickal Women’s Conference, Papaveria Press, and a behind the scenes look at what is currently happening at Hadean Press and her goals for the future. Wishing everyone a very happy summer solstice.

Available now from Hadean Press: https://hadean.press/products/ars-ros... In this month’s podcast we present the world’s most notorious marzipancer, Simon Dyda, author of, ‘Ars Rosaria - The Rosary Art of Conjuration’, part of Hadean’s Guides to the Underworld series. Simon is a veteran British magician with many years spent as an itinerant musician, now living in Berlin. In this episode we discuss the nature of the Rosary, its history and the simplicities and complexities of its use in both religion and magic, as well as discussing the porous delineation of the definitions of both of these terms. We also explore Simon’s interest in non-transcendental eschatology, the pagan roots of Catholicism, the modularity of grimoire practices, dreams, necromancy, and one of my favourite subjects, the Kings of the four parts of the world.

Available now from Hadean Press: https://hadean.press/search?q=Mystery... In this, our 1 year anniversary of the Hadean Podcast, we celebrate the work and magic of Cath Thompson, a pioneering member of the O.’.A.’.A.’. who, alongside founder Jim Lees and her peer Jake Stratton-Kent, pushed forward the boundaries in which astrology, gematria, and ceremonial magic could be explored and expressed via their groundbreaking discoveries made in the field of English Qaballa. In our conversation Cath and I discuss the history and evolution of this highly innovative and multi-valiant approach to magical art, the nature of the Liber AL vel Legis and its multifaceted interpretation from a post-Thelemic perspective, the events which unfolded during EQ’s early years in the 1970's, and how this magic can be applied to our own personal approach to esotericism. Cath Thompson is a veteran magician but also a preeminent author. We explore Cath’s entire literary output, with a particular attention paid to her forthcoming text, ‘The Mystery of the Letters’, which condenses Cath’s 40 years of practical gematria and magical knowledge into her seventh and final volume. Cath’s books: The Magickal Language of the Book of the Law https://hadean.press/products/magicka... Stellar Magick https://hadean.press/products/handboo...

This month I am very happy to welcome Aaman Lamba to the Hadean Podcast, author of The Magical Art, a translation and commentary on the obscure French manuscript and precursor to the Grimorium Verum, L'Arte Magique, Wellcome ms 983. In this episode we discuss the origins of this document, its importance to the grimoire tradition, as well as some of the mysteries it contains. Available now from Hadean Press: https://hadean.press/products/the-mag...You can also find Aaman’s critical edition of the Grand Grimoire at: https://bitly.ws/3gbVN

Available now from Hadean Press: https://hadean.press/products/conjure... Today we welcome Kadmus to the Hadean Podcast, author of, 'Every Nekuomanteia is a Katabasis: Ancient insights for contemporary Goetic practice', which can be found within the collection of works published by Hadean Press as Conjure Codex V, a wonderful anthology of essays from some of the leading figures in modern occulture. In this episode, which really feels like a continuation of my previous conversations with Dr Al Cummins and Carl Nordblom, Kadmus and I discuss the concept of Katabasis, or the descent into the Underworld, the importance of mythic narrative, and the internal landscapes and dramatis personae which inhabit our magica materia, and how we, the sorcerer, may engage with living stories to effectuate our magical practice. His book, True to the Earth can be found at: https://abeautifulresistance.org/true...

Available now from Hadean Press: https://hadean.press/products/histori... Today on the Hadean Podcast we are very happy to present Carl Nordblom, author of Historiola - The power of narrative charms. In this episode Carl and I discuss the meaning and history of this ancient and powerful technique which has deep roots within the magical practices of cultures from all over the world, as well as the phenomenological applications and implications of its use. We explore the manner in which these narrative charms are spoken, their use as both medicinal aids and the nature of their internal structures and geographies. We speculate on the nature of their power, the magical voice, and debate the nature of the Mythic as opposed to the mystical, the nature of Time and the immanent practicality of the virtues from which they are constructed. You can find more from Carl Nordblom here: http://therootdoctor.se/about-carl-no...

Available now from Hadean Press: https://hadean.press/products/seven-c... Nicholaj De Mattos Frisvold and I discuss his recently published work from Hadean Press, Seven Crossroads of Night, Quimbanda in Theory and Practice. This text is a thorough exploration of the history, internal structure and practice of one of South America’s most fascinating traditions. In this podcast we explore the terminology used within Quimbanda, its history, connection with necromancy, the nature of the “Saints of the Street”, possession, and its relationship with the Grimorium Verum. Quimbanda is a Brazilian cult of sorcery that has been preserved in different modalities – either as a secret cult, a necromantic cult, or as an open, religious tradition. Formed of indigenous, African, and European streams of wisdom and sorcery, this unique cult of Exu and Pomba Gira is safeguarded by these amazing entities in diverse ways across Brazil. Remaining strong in their own power, these unique entities represent the mystery of the crossroad, the voice of the graveyard, and the force of life that generates endurance, direction, and honour through the lessons given from life itself and the ancestors. Seven Crossroads of Night is available from Hadean Press at: https://www.hadeanpress.com/shop-book... You can find Nicholaj at: https://www.sacredalchemystore.com/ And his works from Scarlet Imprint here: https://scarletimprint.com/nicholaj-d...

Available now from Hadean Press: https://hadean.press/products/nazarth... Dr. Alexander Cummins and I discuss his most recent book from Hadean Press, NAZARTH - Pillars of Gladness, a treasure-house of geomantic incantations. Its nineteen keys were received and wrought through a combination of spirit communications, dream incubation, ritual cut-up, and judicious co-editing alongside tutelary shades and attendant spirits. In this podcast we explore the Art of Geomancy, a form of Earth-Centric divination based on 16 figures which act as Haunted Doorways through which a variety of magical and divinatory practices may be accessed. We discuss Adam and his myth as the first father and magician as well as the nature of the magical voice, the Enochian language and much more. You can find Dr. Al Cummins at: www.alexandercummins.com linktr.ee/grimoiresontape And be sure to support him as best you can at: patreon.com/dralexandercummins

Available now from Hadean Press: https://hadean.press/products/orphic-... Discussing the chthonic roots of Orphism, its practice both ancient and modern, Sara Mastros comes on to the show to describe the rich history, practice and use of these ancient hymns. Exploring the four magical bards, Orphic myth, katabasis and the concept of becoming Muse-Touched, this month's conversation is full of fascinating information on this ancient form of mystical-magical practice. You can find more from Sara Mastros through the link below:www.WitchLessons.com Alternative translations discussed include Thomas Taylor: https://sacred-texts.com/cla/hoo/inde... Apostolos N. Athanassakis: https://www.press.jhu.edu/books/title... Patrick Dunn: www.amazon.com/Orphic-Hymns-Translation-Occult-Practitioner

Available now from Hadean Press: https://hadean.press/products/red-dre... In this, our 5th instalment of the Hadean Podcast we welcome Sasha Ravitch, author of, ‘The Red Dreaded Spindle, An Astrolater’s Guide to the Stinger Stars of Scorpius’. We discuss the nature of this form of Stellar Witchcraft, how one interacts with both the Planets and Stars as well as the ecology of Spirit which permeates the night sky, specifically the living relationship between the Witch and her initiation into the cultus of the Stinger Stars of Scorpius. Sasha’s devotional guide weaves sanguinated silk threads into a web of research and observable phenomena, case studies and pattern-tracing, scryed-spirits and gnosis from visionary ecstasies. The scarlet ligatures of folklore and spirit-work featured within these pages trace a celestial blueprint through which one crafts and consecrates a devotional stellar fetish via the light-refracting arte of starry witchcrafting. Sasha can be found at: https://instagram.com/sasha.ravitch?i... https://linktr.ee/sasha.ravitch https://www.sasharavitch.com/ SashaRavitch@gmail.com

Alison Chicosky and Cory C. Childs join us this month to discuss their new translation and exegesis of PGM IV. 1596 - 1715, the Consecration for all Purposes, which they have named, ‘The Secrets of Helios’. Together we delve into the texts of the PGM, their importance to modern practice, adaptability and application, discussing the history behind this fascinating collection of magical papyri and how the modern practitioner may develop and integrate them into their work. Their pamphlet can be found at: https://hadean.press/search?q=Secrets... Find more from Alison at: practicaloccult.com Cory can be found at: soundcloud.com/CCComposition

Available now from Hadean Press: https://hadean.press/products/hidden-... Steve Savedow joins us this month to discuss his most recent translation, that of the Pneumatologia Occulta Et Vera, The Hidden And True Pneumatology, an exceptionally rare grimoire yet unseen by the English speaking world, containing elements from many sources of the tradition, exploring fascinating techniques of treasure hunting alongside the conjurations of Olympic Spirits and the construction of unique divination tools.

David Rankine and I discuss his experiences and understanding of the Grimoire Tradition, revealing the process of his work as well as details on the content of his monumental text, The Grimoire Encyclopaedia from Hadean Press. David not only has a scholarly understanding of these enigmatic documents but also a high level of hands-on experience which he has developed over decades of practice. The Grimoire Encyclopaedia Vol. I can be found at Hadean Press: https://hadean.press/products/grimoir... And Vol.II at: https://hadean.press/products/grimoir... You can find out more about David at his website: https://davidrankine.com/ Also be sure to check out Joseph H. Peterson’s incredible work at: http://www.esotericarchives.com/index...

Our guests for the first ever Hadean Press Podcast are Frater Acher, Craig Slee and José Gabriel, all of whom have worked together in collaboration to created Goetic Atavisms. Weaving sorcery, poetry and art into a fascinating exploration of magical practice, producing something far greater than the sum of its parts.For more information on Goetic Atavisms please visit our website at www.Hadeanpress.com To explore the history, magic and art of Goeteia then visit the Fra. Archer's website athttp://Goeteia.com where you can learn more about his explorations of Goetic magic as well as sign up for their newsletter.