John Ward on Ghost Hunting, Occultism, and Aleister Crowley - October 11, 2014

·1 hr 29 min·5 clips

Before the ghost hunt, John recited an ancient exorcism ritual that may have influenced the supernatural activity.

The episode features an interview with John Ward, who returns to the show after a previous appearance. He begins by discussing the Paradigm Symposium 2014, where he met Graham Hancock, an inspiration for his work. Ward then recounts a paranormal investigation with Rocky Stucci and Scotty Roberts in a house, where they used dowsing rods to detect hidden structures beneath the cellar, later confirmed as an old tavern. During the investigation, they recorded a loud clap and clear EVPs, including voices saying 'John' and 'welcome,' which Barry Fitzgerald identified as an electrical discharge. Ward reveals he recited the Bornless One ritual, an ancient exorcism, before the investigation, linking it to Aleister Crowley's practices. The discussion shifts to Crowley, with Ward analyzing how Crowley's work evolved after his experiences in Egypt, gaining a poetic passion that earlier writings lacked. Ward explains dowsing as a tool to interpret subtle environmental vibrations, using it in archaeological contexts. He defines the occult as hidden knowledge within human DNA, critiquing modern conditioning that discourages inward looking. The conversation touches on Ward's personal rituals in Egypt, his replica altar, and his views on ritual magic's misuse for material gain. He also mentions his upcoming lecture at the College of Psychic Studies on symbolism and dowsing in London's architecture. The episode concludes with Ward promoting his new radio show on Intrepid Radio, aimed at bridging gaps in the alternative community.

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An occult conversation where Egyptian ritual, household practice, comic timing, and a sun altar meet.

John Ward's conversation about ritual practice is most interesting where ancient religion meets ordinary comic self-awareness. He describes a sun altar replicated at home, morning and evening rituals, and a wish to reconnect with ceremonies he feels modern culture has made too…

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For an occult-leaning conversation where a home sun altar meets Egyptian religious texts, daily rituals, and jokes folded into ceremony.

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