Rendering Unconscious episode 368.
In this crossover episode of The Fenris Wolf and Rendering Unconscious podcasts, my lovely husband Carl Abrahamsson presents a recent lecture he gave as the keynote speaker at this year’s Occulture conference in Berlin, presenting his books Meetings with Remarkable Magicians and the forthcoming Introduction to Occulture.
Join us THIS SUNDAY for Carl’s 4-part course Into the Devil’s Den and Back: An Introduction to the History and Magical System of Anton LaVey’s Church of Satan with Carl Abrahamsson, Begins November 16 online via Morbid Anatomy Museum. All classes will be recorded and available for registrants, so don’t worry if you can’t attend live.
Carl Abrahamsson, a prominent figure in the realm of occulture, reflects on his journey through the occult underground in a presentation originally written for the Occulture conference in Berlin, 2025. He shares insights from his life, which has been heavily influenced by various artistic and magical movements, as well as notable figures like Aleister Crowley, Anton LaVey, and Genesis P-Orridge. Abrahamsson discusses his experiences with different magical orders, including the Church of Satan and the OTO, and emphasizes the importance of individual intuition and creativity in the practice of magic and culture.
He introduces his recent works, including Meetings with Remarkable Magicians and Introduction to Occulture, highlighting the need for practitioners to articulate their experiences and ideas in ways that academics can understand, thus bridging the gap between esoteric knowledge and mainstream culture. He elaborates on the concept of “occulturation,” the process by which hidden knowledge becomes manifest in culture, and advocates for a focus on individual empowerment and the transformative power of creativity.
Abrahamsson also critiques the academic approach to magic, arguing that while it can help validate the field, it often fails to capture the essence of magical practice, which is inherently creative and deeply human. He concludes by asserting the necessity of personal authenticity and the importance of sharing knowledge and inspiration, positing that true magic lies in the continuous unfolding of one’s self and the embrace of individual freedom.
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For more episodes with Carl check out:
RU358: CARL ABRAHAMSSON ON LEGACY OF HORROR, THE FENRIS WOLF, AN ART APART, ANTON LAVEY & OCCULTURE
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Photo: Carl Abrahamsson and Anton LaVey by Blanche Barton, 1989.
