Episodes

  • 018 - APPENDIX Hegel on Magic and Religion

    018 - APPENDIX Hegel on Magic and Religion
    Mar 4 2026
    Dive into the first volume of Sir James Frazers groundbreaking 12-part exploration of anthropology and ancient belief systems. This captivating discussion delves into the realms of sympathetic and contagious magic, the magical influence over the natural world, and the intertwining roles of magicians and kings. Discover the fascinating connections between magicians and priests, the origins of living gods, and an in-depth analysis of the legendary king of the wood at Nemi. Narrated by Leon Harvey, this volume opens a window into the mystical beliefs that have shaped human culture throughout history.
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    8 mins
  • 017 - CHAPTER VII INCARNATE HUMAN GODS Part 2 Human gods in Africa divinity of kings in Madagascar divinit

    017 - CHAPTER VII INCARNATE HUMAN GODS Part 2 Human gods in Africa divinity of kings in Madagascar divinit
    Mar 4 2026
    Dive into the first volume of Sir James Frazers groundbreaking 12-part exploration of anthropology and ancient belief systems. This captivating discussion delves into the realms of sympathetic and contagious magic, the magical influence over the natural world, and the intertwining roles of magicians and kings. Discover the fascinating connections between magicians and priests, the origins of living gods, and an in-depth analysis of the legendary king of the wood at Nemi. Narrated by Leon Harvey, this volume opens a window into the mystical beliefs that have shaped human culture throughout history.
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    56 mins
  • 015 - CHAPTER VI MAGICIANS AS KINGS Part 2 Kings in Africa and elsewhere punished for drought and dearth p

    015 - CHAPTER VI MAGICIANS AS KINGS Part 2 Kings in Africa and elsewhere punished for drought and dearth p
    Mar 4 2026
    Dive into the first volume of Sir James Frazers groundbreaking 12-part exploration of anthropology and ancient belief systems. This captivating discussion delves into the realms of sympathetic and contagious magic, the magical influence over the natural world, and the intertwining roles of magicians and kings. Discover the fascinating connections between magicians and priests, the origins of living gods, and an in-depth analysis of the legendary king of the wood at Nemi. Narrated by Leon Harvey, this volume opens a window into the mystical beliefs that have shaped human culture throughout history.
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    38 mins
  • 014 - CHAPTER VI MAGICIANS AS KINGS Part 1 Magic not the only road to a throne danger of too simple and co

    014 - CHAPTER VI MAGICIANS AS KINGS Part 1 Magic not the only road to a throne danger of too simple and co
    Mar 4 2026
    Dive into the first volume of Sir James Frazers groundbreaking 12-part exploration of anthropology and ancient belief systems. This captivating discussion delves into the realms of sympathetic and contagious magic, the magical influence over the natural world, and the intertwining roles of magicians and kings. Discover the fascinating connections between magicians and priests, the origins of living gods, and an in-depth analysis of the legendary king of the wood at Nemi. Narrated by Leon Harvey, this volume opens a window into the mystical beliefs that have shaped human culture throughout history.
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    42 mins
  • 013 - CHAPTER V MAGICAL CONTROL OF THE WEATHER Subchapter 3 The Magical Control of the Sun Helping the sun

    013 - CHAPTER V MAGICAL CONTROL OF THE WEATHER Subchapter 3 The Magical Control of the Sun Helping the sun
    Mar 4 2026
    Dive into the first volume of Sir James Frazers groundbreaking 12-part exploration of anthropology and ancient belief systems. This captivating discussion delves into the realms of sympathetic and contagious magic, the magical influence over the natural world, and the intertwining roles of magicians and kings. Discover the fascinating connections between magicians and priests, the origins of living gods, and an in-depth analysis of the legendary king of the wood at Nemi. Narrated by Leon Harvey, this volume opens a window into the mystical beliefs that have shaped human culture throughout history.
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    35 mins
  • 012 - CHAPTER V MAGICAL CONTROL OF THE WEATHER Magical Control of Rain Part 2 Rain-making by bathing and s

    012 - CHAPTER V MAGICAL CONTROL OF THE WEATHER Magical Control of Rain Part 2 Rain-making by bathing and s
    Mar 4 2026
    Dive into the first volume of Sir James Frazers groundbreaking 12-part exploration of anthropology and ancient belief systems. This captivating discussion delves into the realms of sympathetic and contagious magic, the magical influence over the natural world, and the intertwining roles of magicians and kings. Discover the fascinating connections between magicians and priests, the origins of living gods, and an in-depth analysis of the legendary king of the wood at Nemi. Narrated by Leon Harvey, this volume opens a window into the mystical beliefs that have shaped human culture throughout history.
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    1 hr
  • 011 - CHAPTER V MAGICAL CONTROL OF THE WEATHER 1 The Public MagicianTwo types of man-god the religious and

    011 - CHAPTER V MAGICAL CONTROL OF THE WEATHER 1 The Public MagicianTwo types of man-god the religious and
    Mar 4 2026
    Dive into the first volume of Sir James Frazers groundbreaking 12-part exploration of anthropology and ancient belief systems. This captivating discussion delves into the realms of sympathetic and contagious magic, the magical influence over the natural world, and the intertwining roles of magicians and kings. Discover the fascinating connections between magicians and priests, the origins of living gods, and an in-depth analysis of the legendary king of the wood at Nemi. Narrated by Leon Harvey, this volume opens a window into the mystical beliefs that have shaped human culture throughout history.
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    1 hr and 4 mins