The Call of the Old Gods: Paganism & the Cosmic Archetypal Psyche | Dr. Christopher McIntosh

The brilliant Dr. Christopher McIntosh returns to InnerVerse. In this free extended episode, we discuss his new book The Call of the Old Gods, and explore:✨ His "hermetic baptism" and early mystical initiation🌀 The return of Paganism as a living, local traditionᚠ The meaning and power of runes as oracles and embodied practices🌞 Cyclical time vs linear time — and how monotheism broke the circle🔮 Ritual practice, initiatory experiences, and the mystery schools📜 Scholarship as a form of personal initiation⚔️ How modernity erodes cultural memory — and how the old gods still callThis episode is free to all listeners — no extended member section this time! If you want to always get the extended episodes, and access the brand new members-only show Inner Circle, join the InnerVerse Patreon, Substack, or Youtube Channel Membership:https://www.patreon.com/innerversehttps://innerversepodcast.substack.com/subscribeEnjoy this deep journey into mythic consciousness and timeless wisdom!Video Episode: https://youtu.be/KjgLRRGNFMsLinks:📖 The Call of the Old Gods — Christopher's newest book:https://www.innertraditions.com/the-call-of-the-old-gods🎙 Previous interviews with Christopher McIntosh:Occult Germany: https://www.innerversepodcast.com/season-10/christopher-mcintosh-occult-germanyReturn of the Tetrad: https://www.innerversepodcast.com/season-10/christopher-mcintosh-tetradSupport InnerVerse:🎧 Biofield Tuning with Chance: https://www.innerversepodcast.com/sound-healing🌿 Potent plant medicine from Tippecanoe Herbs (use code 'innerverse' for 10% off): https://www.tippecanoeherbs.com🌸 Flower Essence Elixirs from LotusWei: https://www.lotuswei.com/innerversehttps://www.innerversepodcast.com/season-11/christopher-mcintosh-call-of-the-old-gods Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.