The Esoteric Negro (Marce Butler)
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| 16 Dec 2020 | "Perfectly Ordinary" with Sensei Alex Kakuyo | 01:03:26 | |
Today our guest is Alex Kakuyo, a Buddhist practitioner and teacher based out of Cleveland, Ohio. In today’s episode we speak with Alex about his path to finding Buddhist, his current practice and how it shapes his daily life, living the experience of being Buddhist and Black in today’s culture, and his various writings, including his blog Same Old Zen and his most recent book Perfectly Ordinary: Buddhist Teachings for Everyday Life. We enjoyed this conversation so much and Alex’s sweet, empathic, disciplined, and light-hearted approach to life is a deep breath of fresh air at this moment. Follow Sensei Alex Read Same Old Zen Read Perfectly Ordinary Follow The Esoteric Negro Visit theesotericnegro.com Support The Esoteric Negro | |||
| 20 May 2021 | "...Green Capitalism..." with Daniel Lim | 00:53:10 | |
Thank you for joining us again for another episode of the Esoteric Negro Podcast. After a short hiatus we'd love to introduce this week's guest,Daniel Lim. Lim is a queer social change maker, ecologist, community planner as well as the founder and principal of Daniel Lim Consulting, a social justice consulting, facilitation, and training firm that partners with organizations and communities to build regenerative and liberatory cultures. His practice is strongly rooted in the wisdom of living systems, teachings of Black- and indigenous-led liberation and sovereignty movements, and draws on the somatic healing and liberatory practices of his Chinese-indigenous heritage. We were grateful to listen to Daniel and his perspective on deconstructing certain norms of environmental and community planning that are still rooted in colonial/settler practices. We hope you enjoy this episode and look forward to more amazing guests this year! Follow Daniel Visit DLimConsulting.com Follow The Esoteric Negro Visit theesotericnegro.com Support The Esoteric Negro | |||
| 26 Nov 2020 | "Blessings for Good" with Sharon Schaffer | 01:06:34 | |
Today our guest is Sharon Schaffer, a surfer and activist from Los Angeles, California. In this episode, we explore Sharon’s amazing life and dive into her unique perspective as the first Black woman in surf to go professional, her spirituality, as well as her experiences as one of the first Black actors working in Hollywood as a stunt double. It was amazing to hear her life story, as well as her opinion on the need for increased visibility of Black voices and leaders in our culture. Follow Sharon Schaffer Follow Color the Water Follow The Esoteric Negro Contribute to our podcast! Thank you for listening! | |||
| 12 Jun 2023 | The Esoteric Negro S3- Trailer | 00:01:27 | |
Welcome back to season 3 of The Esoteric Negro Podcast! Looking forward to sharing these amazing conversations and having you all join us on the journey of knowledge and curiosity. Thank you for all the support as we continue learning and navigating these incredible subjects with the aid of increbible guests! Season 3 start this summer and we couldn't be happier to be back! | |||
| 03 Feb 2021 | "Without Your Approval" with Kam Franklin | 01:03:39 | |
Today our guest is the amazing artist and friend of the show, Kam Franklin. Kam incompasses many elements of true artist as singer-songwriter, performance artist, activist, writer and most notable as lead singer of the Houston soul group, The Suffers. Her profound artistic resume includes composition, performance, as well as community organizing where her focus is on the health, safety, and promotion of black artists. A main channel for this is though her production company, Homegirl Island Productions, founded at the beginning of the COVID-19 Pandemic to produce livestream concerts, art presentations, as well as full studio albums. We are excited to have had Kam speak her mind and share her experiences of grinding and thriving as an artist. uplifting herself as well as the community that she calls home. Follow Kam Follow The Suffers Follow The Esoteric Negro Visit theesotericnegro.com Support The Esoteric Negro | |||
| 03 Mar 2021 | "Root Magic" with Eden Royce | 00:51:23 | |
Our guest this week is gothic horror writer and recipient of the 2016 Speculative Literature Foundation’s Diverse Worlds grant, Eden Royce. As a Charleston, South Carolina native, Royce is a member of the Gullah-Geechee nation, a prominent influence in her amazing body of work, including her debut novel “Root Magic”. As a short story writer her work has appeared in anthologies and magazines such as Apex Magazine, Strange Horizons, as well as two collections of her work. We spoke with Royce about these influences, her experience in publishing her first novel, as well as her thoughts on the world of fiction writing and the inclusion of BIPOC narratives in the community. We loved speaking with Royce, being very much inspired by her thoughts and experiences. We hope you all enjoy listening to this these weeks episode and we thank you all for your support! Follow Eden Follow The Esoteric Negro Visit theesotericnegro.com Support The Esoteric Negro | |||
| 16 Jun 2023 | The Quiet Master w/ Kenrick "Ice" McDonald | 01:07:33 | |
Join us for a captivating podcast interview with magician extraordinaire Kenrick Ice McDonald. With his mesmerizing performances and global travels, McDonald has made a significant impact on the world of magic. As the founder of Ice Storm Entertainment Group, he has showcased his talents far and wide. McDonald's memoir, "Born for This – Destiny Authenticated," and his films, including "Quiet Masters – The History and Relevance of the Black Magical Artist," offer a glimpse into his magical journey. As the first African American national president of the Society of American Magicians, McDonald's contributions have been groundbreaking. With prestigious awards and inductions into the National Magic Hall of Fame, he is a true trailblazer. Join us as we delve into the captivating history of black magicians in America with the incredible Kenrick Ice McDonald. | |||
| 09 Dec 2020 | "What's Going On" with Andrae Steed | 01:21:37 | |
Today our guest is Andrae Steed, a photographer and photojournalist, whose images can be seen in his book Instant Radicals. In this episode we talked about Andrae’s evolution from photographing everyday life in Venice, California, to capturing compelling images on the frontlines of the Black Lives Matter protests. It was wonderful to hear Andrae’s first-hand accounts of what’s actually happening at these protests. This episode was recorded in early October, pre-election, and the debates were in full swing. Like many of you, my emotions and frustrations were at an all time high. This is probably the most politically incorrect episode we’ve done to date. It is not our intention to divide or hurt anyone, but we needed to let off some steam. Thank you so much for your ongoing support and feedback! We appreciate every bit of it. Follow @whatsgoingandrae Visit Andraesteed.com Support Andrae Follow @La_metaphysical Visit lametaphysical.com Follow @theesotericnegro Visit theesotericnegro.com Support The Esoteric Negro | |||
| 18 Nov 2020 | “Afrofuture” with Aubrey "Tres" Page | 01:10:50 | |
Today our guest is Aubrey “Tres” Page, a writer and musician from Houston, Texas. As the lead singer for the Nü Metal band Sol Flair (@solflair) and the author of the graphic novel “Sons of the Gun” (@sunsofthegungn), Tres is a well-spring of knowledge when it comes to pop culture, music, and art. In today’s episode, we had the pleasure of discussing his work as an artist, as well the growing momentum of investing in the representation of black artists and writers in the Sci-fi and entertainment world.
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| 17 Mar 2021 | "Listen to the Voice You're Talking to Yourself in..." With Darcy Staniforth | 01:56:52 | |
Thank you for joining us again with this week’s guest Darcy Staniforth. Darcy is an academic, writer, performer, and paranormal investigator. She has been interested in the paranormal since she was very young and that interest has carried into both her personal and professional life. Darcy holds an M.A. in American Studies and in addition to the paranormal, her research areas include race and ethnicity, gender and, ideals and institutions, and death, dying, and grief in American culture. As an artist and performer, Darcy is a podcaster, comedian, writer, and amateur magician. She currently resides in a haunted house in Southern CA. Our focus aimed to cover the consequences of dark tourism, as well as the factors of mental health, the paranormal and how we navigate these spaces of curiosity. As always we thank you for your support and we hope you enjoy this week’s episode! Follow Darcy Follow The Esoteric Negro Visit theesotericnegro.com Support The Esoteric Negro | |||
| 13 Jul 2023 | Insights and Revelations w/ The Reverend Dr. Aaron Davis | 01:30:15 | |
We welcome back The Reverend Dr. Aaron Davis, a native of Albany, New York, who has dedicated his life to supporting the Christian ministry. However, his spiritual journey took an intriguing turn when he discovered his ancestral home in the African-derived tradition of Lucumi and Espiritismo. In this episode, Dr. Davis provides us with an exclusive peek into his class on the 72 Shemhamphoras Angels – The 72 Angels of God. Join us as he shares with us his extensive knowledge and well-practiced methodology! Tune in for a captivating discussion as we explore the fascinating world of angel magick with The Reverend Dr. Aaron Davis. | |||
| 06 Jan 2021 | "Ancestral Healing" with Spiritual Doctor AFI | 00:50:51 | |
Today our guest is Afimaye Galarraga, affectionately referred to by his clients as Spiritual Doctor AFI. Dr. AFI is a well-respected spiritualist, medium and religious leader with over 25 years of experience. He began developing his spiritual abilities at a very young age which lead to his tutelage with elders & gurus in the Yoruba tradition of Lukúmí and Palo Mayombe. In today's episode we speak with Dr. AFI about his life long practice, clear up misconceptions about Palo Mayombe, as well as discuss the benefits of "Ancestral Healing" and acknowledging the heightening that comes with getting in touch with ourselves through our ancestors. We enjoyed Dr. AFI's wealth of knowledge as well as his amazing perspective into spirituality, providing us with beautiful insights on growth and spiritual development! Follow Dr. AFI Visit site for Healing and Spiritual Counseling Follow The Esoteric Negro Visit theesotericnegro.com Support The Esoteric Negro | |||
| 05 Nov 2021 | "The Will Workers" | 00:59:56 | |
Welcome to another episode of the Esoteric Negro!! Our Guest this week is Brenndon! Brenndon is the founder of the Hiero community which is a multidisciplinary occult social club that offers workshops, deep conversations about esoterica and all manner of spirituality. We were grateful to listen to speak with Brenndon. The origin story of Hiero is parallel to our own, and we looking forward to joining the Hiero community. We hope you enjoy this episode and look forward to more amazing guests this year! Follow @hiero.club on instagram! Join www.itshiero.io/ Follow The Esoteric Negro Visit theesotericnegro.com Support The Esoteric Negro | |||
| 27 Jan 2021 | "Bad Theology Kills" with Kevin Garcia | 00:49:11 | |
This week our guest is Kevin Garcia, a digital pastor, creative mystic, public theologian and intuitive soul coach based in Atlanta, GA. Kevin has reached thousands across the globe with messages of faith, regardless of who they are, what they profess, or what they actually believe. Kevin’s the author of Bad Theology Kills: undoing toxic beliefs and reclaiming your spiritual authority, published Kevin’s work also appears in several anthologies by queer people of faith. Through their work as a digital pastor and public theologian, Kevin has helped foster communities of authentic spiritual seeking used their writing, podcast, and YouTube Channel to pull apart bad theology and begin to reconstruct sustainable spiritual practices. Kevin believes that by telling our stories, we set others free to tell their own. Follow Kevin Garcia Follow The Esoteric Negro Visit theesotericnegro.com Support The Esoteric Negro | |||
| 11 Nov 2020 | "Brother to Brother" with Oko Carter | 01:19:56 | |
Welcome to the first episode of The Esoteric Negro. We are excited to share these episodes with you! With each guest, we are doing our best to explore the esoteric while also reflecting the current time we live in. Our first guest is Oko Carter, a writer and friend living in Los Angeles, California. Oko is a fixture in the L.A. art scene and he has an in-depth knowledge of Black literature. In this episode we discuss "Brother to Brother", a collection of now classic literary work by Black, gay, male writers that tell the stories of how race and sexuality intersect. "Brother to Brother" is currently out of print and its our intention to give some shine to the legacies of Joseph Beam and Essex Hemphill, who were instrumental in the creating, and the publishing, of "Brother to Brother". For information and inquiries, please visit: https://www.theesotericnegro.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theesotericnegro/ | |||
| 10 Mar 2021 | "Financial Sorcery" with Jason Miller | 01:19:25 | |
This week our guest is author and magical practitioner Jason Miller. Jason has devoted the last 17 years to studying Witchcraft and Magick in its many forms, having traveled the world to study Hoodoo, Witchcraft, and tantra. We spoke with Jason about his work, including his book Financial Sorcery: Magical Strategies to Create Real and Lasting Wealth. His insights on intention and focus in practical magic was refreshing interpretation on how we commonly associate with manifesting abundance. This was an incredibly thoughtful discussion on the magic of money and understanding one’s ability to claim one’s wealth. We hope you enjoy the episode and again thank you for the continued support! Follow Jason Visit strategicsorcery.net Follow The Esoteric Negro Visit theesotericnegro.com Support The Esoteric Negro | |||
| 17 Aug 2023 | Heirloom Histories w/ Tanzy Ward | 01:01:24 | |
Join us for another episode of the Esoteric Negro Podcast as we Explore the enchanting world of Zanathia Jewelry, where rare antique accessories come to life. Certified appraiser from Asheford Institute of Antiques, Tanzy Ward shines as a beacon of knowledge with memberships in Asheford Assoc. & The American Society of Jewelry Historians. Her books, like "Hidden Legacies" & "Unsung Portraits," have graced esteemed magazines. Tanzy's focus on 19th Century Black Victorian culture and heirlooms sets her apart. She showcased at the celebrated 'Allegories, Renditions, & A Small Nation of Women' exhibit at Yale University/Yale Divinity School, 2022. Tune in as we unravel hidden narratives and embrace the magic of historic preservation and sustainability. | |||
| 13 Jan 2021 | "Identity and Ingeniousness" with Lezley Saar | 00:41:12 | |
Our guest this week is mixed-media artist and painter Lezley Saar. Her work often revolves around themes of identity, race, gender, beauty, normalcy, and sanity. She has exhibited internationally, and nationally, and her work is included in museum collections such as The Kemper Museum, CAAM, The Ackland Art Museum, and MOCA. As an internationally recognized artist, we were honored to speak with her about her life in art as well as her thought and process behind her work! Follow Lezley Saar Follow The Esoteric Negro Visit theesotericnegro.com Support The Esoteric Negro | |||
| 10 Feb 2021 | "Grounding Your Spirit" with Ashli Haynes | 00:49:16 | |
This week's guest is Ashli Haynes. Ashli is an actress,writer, photographer, intuitive tarot reader and the founder of ‘Star Magic by Ashli’, an intentional candle line. We were excited to speak with Ashli about her work and growth through 'Star Magic' as well as her experiences that lead to the development of her gifts. It was amazing to converse with Ashli about her journey as well as enjoy her share the unique perspective she provides as practitioner in the spiritual community. Her focus on intention and manifestation is evident in her work, but was it enlightening to hear speak about the process that goes into her craft. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did and we thank you for your continued support! Follow Star Magic Follow The Esoteric Negro Visit theesotericnegro.com Support The Esoteric Negro | |||
| 24 Feb 2021 | "...They Will Guide us All..." with Deathrice Aaron Dewitt and Jack Grayle | 01:54:55 | |
Welcome to Season 2 of the Esoteric Negro Podcast! We our excited for our first episode that is kicking off this season! This week our guests are Deathrice Aaron Dewitt aka "Dea" and Jack Grayle. Dea is chaplain, sorcerer and practitioner of both PGM [Greek Magical Papyri] and ATR [African Traditional Religions] magics. Dea's insights and experiences provides us with amazing detail to the first hand perspective of his unique take on these traditional forms of magic. Jack Grayle is a author and sorcerer who teaches about the magic of Hecate and PGM at the Blackthorne School of Sorcery and Traditional Witchcraft. As a scholar and instructor, Jack provides us with in depth context to the evolution and practice of PMG. Getting to hear Jack and Dea's wealth of historical, academic, and spiritual knowledge was such a blessing! We are excited for all of you to join in on this amazing conversation and for the overwhelming amount of support that continues to grow as we move forward. Thank you all so much and we hope you enjoy this fresh new season! Follow The Esoteric Negro Visit theesotericnegro.com Support The Esoteric Negro | |||
| 03 Dec 2020 | "Miracle Thinking" with Mitch Horowitz | 00:51:16 | |
Today’s guest is Mitch Horowitz, a historian and the author of several books including Occult America: The Secret History of How Mysticism Shaped Our Nation and The Miracle Habits: The Secret of Turning Your Moments Into Miracles. In this episode we discuss the connection between Black liberation and magic, the often overlooked contributions of Black practitioners, and how seekers can apply Mitch’s Miracle Habits to their lives in these uncertain times. It was such a pleasure talking to Mitch, having him on the show, and we are endlessly grateful for him being enthusiastic to join us at such an early stage in our podcast. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we do. Follow Mitch | |||
| 14 Apr 2021 | "...Magic is What Humans Do..." with Chaweon Koo | 01:30:40 | |
Thank you for joining us again on The Esoteric Negro Podcast, this week our guest is Chaweon Koo. Koo is a writer, YouTuber, Tik-Toker and podcaster of occult topics. Her Youtube channel, Witches and Wine, is an amazing series that covers information for practical witches as she interviews experienced practitioners about their best practices. Her Tik-Tok. explores the intersection of pop culture, glamour, magic, and self-development. We were blessed to talk with her about her thoughts and perspective on the current state of online magical communities, her practices, as well as a deep and insightful dive into the occult. This episode was a pleasure to produce and we hope you enjoy it as much we did! Follow Chaweon Follow Witches and Wine Follow The Esoteric Negro Visit theesotericnegro.com Support The Esoteric Negro | |||
| 07 Apr 2021 | "It Depends What You're Looking For..." with Aiden Wachter | 01:04:32 | |
Thank you for joining us this week for a new episode of The Esoteric Negro. We've been taking a break getting ready for the next chapter of the show that we are excited to share soon! Today our guest author and eclectic practitioner Aidan Wachter. Wachter is well known in magical, pagan and occult circles as a highly respected talismanic jeweler. Wachter carries an deep wealth of experience having worked with various streams of witchcraft, chaos magic, ceremonial magic, folk magic, and freestyle sorcery. He is an animist, and his work is spirit-driven and results oriented. He counts among his spiritual forebears Austin Osman Spare, Rosaleen Norton, Dorji Banzarov, and Jan Fries. He lives in the mountains of New Mexico with his wife, cat, several dogs, goats, and a mixed flock of chickens and Muscovy ducks. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we had learning and listening to Aidan. Much love and thanks for your continued support! Follow Aidan Visit aidenwachter.com Follow The Esoteric Negro Visit theesotericnegro.com Support The Esoteric Negro | |||
| 30 Oct 2020 | Trailer | 00:01:15 | |
A peak into a couple of the conversations we have already shared with guests. Our first episode drops 11/11/2020. We can't wait to share our work with you! | |||
| 16 Nov 2023 | Tuesdays with Ruto | 01:18:54 | |
"Hey there, podcast fam! 🎙️✨ Hope you're all navigating the madness with a sprinkle of joy! 🌈 In today's special episode, we're shaking things up a bit. I'm joined by the incredible Oscar, aka Ruto, not just my creative partner but also a trusted friend. 🤝 We're diving deep into the spiritual realm, exploring our own journeys, and unpacking the lessons we've learned during this time off the airwaves. 🌌 It's a real talk about life, growth, and everything in between. 🌱✨ Join us as we get real and raw, sharing insights that might just resonate with you. Plus, we're peering into the future, contemplating what it holds for us. So, grab your favorite liabations, kick back, and let's get cozy as we spill the tea on our hiatus revelations and dreams for the road ahead. 🍵✨ | |||
| 01 Jul 2021 | "...The false narrative of 'we don't see color'..." with Dr. Peggy Brunache | 00:55:02 | |
Welcome to another episode of the Esoteric Negro!! This week our guest is Dr Peggy Brunache, a Haitian American archaeologist, lecturer, culinary consultant, and foodways specialist. Dr. Brunache grew up in Miami, Florida, and is the daughter of Caribbean immigrant parents from Haiti. Peggy found Anthropology at University, and later went on to earn her masters degree at the University of South Carolina at Columbia after having worked in cultural resource management for almost a decade. She then went on to gain her PhD from the University of Texas, where she focused her thesis on the narratives of enslaved women within Habitation La Mahaudière, Guadeloupe, Caribbean. Dr Brunache now lives in Scotland, and lectures on the History of Atlantic Slavery at the University of Glasgow. She is also a prominent member of the SBA (Society for Black Archaeologists). This was the focus of this week’s episode as we discussed the experience of international travel and the cultural differences of dealing with race as a Caribbean-American woman in the U.K. From establishing new roots, to the restriction places upon her as an international travel into her new home country, our conversation with Dr. Brenache was enlightening as it much as it was informative to her unique experience. We hope you enjoy this episode and again we thank you for your support! Follow Dr. Peggy Brunache Follow The Esoteric Negro Visit theesotericnegro.com Support The Esoteric Negro | |||