News on the new film “Realm of Satan”! Also, addressing false claims about serial killer Richard Ramirez and the Church of Satan (no, he was never a member, nor practiced what we believe), and answering listener questions about the Universal Life Church and Satanic weddings, membership privacy, and other topics.
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Satansplain #048 – Satanic Ritual, part 1
Despite ritual being an integral part of Satanism, misconceptions still persist, even among some Satanists. Enjoy part 1 of a special two-episode exploring Satanic ritual. Happy Halloween!
Satansplain #032 – Inclusion, Exclusion, and Calendars
Hear why Satanism shouldn’t be included in “inclusivity” efforts. Also the basics of the Satanic calendar system, and the folly of trying to exclude certain parts of Satanism from the rest.
Satansplain #029 – Christmas?
Can Satanists celebrate Christmas? The short answer is yes, of course. The longer answer however may reveal some things worth Satansplaining. Bill also responds to listener mail about Satanic book recommendations, Mormons, and Sikhs.
Satansplain #024 – Satanic Baptisms
Learn the truth about Satanic baptisms in this episode of Satansplain. Also, Bill shares his reflections on this past Halloween.
Episode #019 – Harvard Radio Interview (2016)
Hear a full, uncut 2016 interview from Harvard University radio on the topic of Satanism and the Church of Satan, covering the basics and beyond.
Episode #016 – Satanism and Atheism
Atheism vs. Satanism is a topic that should be simple enough to understand, but all too often gets mangled by people who don’t understand what one or both of the words mean. Hear responses to the most common questions and misconceptions on this topic.
Episode #013 – Luciferianism?
What exactly is Luciferianism, and how does it really differ from Satanism? And why does the topic make less sense the more you try to read about it? Also, The Satanic Playing Cards, “Satanecdotes”, recent podcast appearances, and a 3rd-side revisit to political “wokeness”.
Episode #008 – Satanic Singles Sites: a Bad Idea!
Over the years I’ve seen some people request or suggest (or even attempt) a “Satanic Singles” dating site. Let me Satansplain to you the many reasons why this is a bad idea.
Episode #006 – The Satanic Witch (2016 interview)
Hear an informative discussion on Anton LaVey’s “The Satanic Witch”. Magister Bill answers some general interview questions (including the origins of “Dr. Schitz, PhD in Satanic Memes“) and then joins Vesper Valen in exploring the book’s many topics, including the LaVey Synthesizer Clock, 3 Layers of Personality, “ESP”, the use of scent, the book’s invaluable use to Satanic warlocks, and more. Special thanks to Vesper Valen (https://soundcloud.com/vespervalen) and also to Magister Gene (Vox Satanae) for making this long lost 2016 recording available.