This Podcast is a Ritual
This Podcast is a Ritual creates a magical space for a wizard, his guests, his listeners, and an omnipotent future being to create a slightly better reality. Get initiated now by listening to the Opening Ceremony!
Episodes
How to Play Against Fascism (w/ Max Haiven)
If you've been feeling lately like life is an unfair game, you're not alone. And game designer, author, and anti-fascist scholar Max Haiven knows why. In his latest book, The Player and the Played: From Gamed Capitalism to Twenty-First Century Fascism, Haiven uses games to explain how financialized capitalism recruits us into our own exploitation, seeing ourselves as "players,"
How to Flip a Coin (preview)
Using chance to make choices has a long magical history, from complex divination systems to mythologies that imagine the gods gambling and throwing dice to determine human affairs. By taking a simple coin toss as our starting practice, we can learn to let go of the heavy burden of contemplation and let the fates take a more collaborative role in our decision making process.So flip a coin and learn
How to Change a Village (w/ Kàri Viđarsson)
In the tiny fishing village of Rif, out on the coast of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in western Iceland, you'll find an unlikely cultural hub: The Freezer. Built in a former fish freezer, this hostel / performing arts venue is the work of Kàri Viđarsson, a local Icelander who left his village and returned having changed... only to change the cultural landscape of his community in the process.Tun
How to Feel Bad (preview)
Sometimes things suck. Sometimes we feel bad, can't get what we want, or just plain don't know what to do. And that's hard. But there's a cultural narrative that often makes it way worse, the insidious idea that "it shouldn't be like this." That somehow, feeling this way is a personal failure. That's why the Wizard is here to remind you that sometimes things
What is Play? (theory)
Magic can be a lot of work. But does it have to be? What if there was a way to use magic, not to bend the world to one's will, but to transform reality into an open field of possibility? Thus, life's stage becomes a board on which we can enjoy a myriad of complex and fascinating games, all experienced through the strange and delightful mode of being known as "Play.This episode build
Stranger in a Strange Land (preview)
The Wizard has arrived in the Netherlands and is ready to embark on his quest to become "Amsterdam's #1 Wizard," but first, he has to figure out what the heck is going on in a strange land where everything feels odd and unfamiliar. Thankfully, these are the moments magic was made for so he's putting himself in places of possibility and letting divination lead the way to the &qu
How to Engage with Animism (w/ Aidan Wachter)
Aidan Wachter, author of Six Ways, Weaving Fate, and Changeling, joins the ritual for a spirited discussion with the Wizard about the lively world we live in and how magic can help us better align ourselves with the many allies, ancestors, and more mysterious entities who seem to take in interest in our particular plane of being.Tune into Aidan's magic at: https://www.aidanwachter.com/Join th
A Total Eclipse of a Total Eclipse
As the moon slides in front of the sun while Icelandic clouds obscure them both, the land grows dark and the Wizard takes a moment to reflect on art, creativity, festival culture, and how to create truly radical structures in a world eager to commodify and capitalize on whatever novelty is left to discover. And with these final thoughts, the Portal closes, one ritual comes to an end, and a new adv
Dawning Insight
Good things come to those who wait. As the Wizard wades deeper into the THIS PORTAL IS A RITUAL's many mysteries, he continues to encounter new understandings about himself, his fellow participants, the power of pranks, Iceland's unique magic, and what this experience is, was, or just might be.Learn more about The Portal at Iceland Eclipse: https://icelandeclipse.com/the-portalJoin the r
Rising Tension
THIS PORTAL IS A RITUAL descends deeper into madness as the Wizard navigates eternal day, dive bombing birds, organizational challenges, and the unavoidable messiness of interpersonal dynamics, all while doing his best to delight in the discord and play in the imperfections and obstacles that, in their own weird way, open the door to even greater opportunities.Learn more about The Portal at Icelan
Opening the Portal
Why did the Wizard go through the Portal? To get to the other side! And all jokes aside, the Wizard is currently in a literal, metaphorical, and deeply magical portal which is a multi-week artist residency for the Iceland Eclipse festival that will usher him into a new reality in Amsterdam when he emerges on the other side. But the Wizard is far from the only traveler moving through this portal, s
A Special Re-Quest (re-release)
America's #1 Wizard is taking the leap and embarking on a magical quest to relocate to the Netherlands and become Amsterdam's #1 Wizard. To honor this momentous occasion, we're looking back at the magic that got us here, revisiting the "What is a Quest?" episode that kicked off last year's This Podcast is a Quest mini-series. And then stay tuned for our new This Porta
What is Power? (practice)
Magic has long trafficked in fantasies of power and control. This is the tantalizing idea that there are certain secrets one can master that will raise a person above their peers and allow them to command angels, devils, and assorted deities. Of course, we have also seen this cautionary tale play out across fairy tales and other works of fiction, and it rarely ends well, so here the Wizard offers
How to Let Go of Control (preview)
Before the Wizard reveals his magical praxis for working with the various Powers-that-be, he felt it important to take a moment to address the elephant in the occultural room: Fantasies of control. These seductive messages touch on deeply rooted—often unconscious—anxieties and try to sell a fantasy of power, perfection, and control that promises to resolve all issues. But rather than seek a magic
What is Power? (theory)
Something brought you to this moment. A long sequence of personal choices and cosmic chance collaborated to bring you to this exact moment. But why? That's a question the Wizard explores at length in this new installment of Wizardry in Theory and Practice, digging into the what's and why's of the life shaping forces we call "Power."This episode builds on the metaphysics la
How to Wander Like a Wizard (preview)
The Wizard is on the move, somewhere between Here and I-Don't-Know-Where, so it felt like the right time to take a little walkabout within the concept of "wandering," and it's conceptual sibling, "wondering," and see where we might arrive... ...which, while wizardry is concerned with far more than mere destinations, if you wish to arrive at the actual episode, you&apo
What is a Person? (practice)
How do we practice becoming a Person? Doing his best to evade the usual traps of self-optimization, the Wizard offers a humble contemplative practice designed to help us see ourselves—not as perpetual projects—but as vast and complex patterns which emerge across space-and-time out of an intricate web of relationships. Thus, to aid us in our quest to discern our own Person, the Wizards lays out a m
How to Be an Imperfect Person (preview)
Before we get into the practical magical follow up to What is a Person? (theory), the Wizard wanted to acknowledge the paradoxical problem of trying to be a better person and how the Cult of Optimization seeks to prey on our collective anxieties with an endless barrage of advice, tips, and self improvement schemes, when perhaps we might have a slightly better time letting all that go to bask in ou
What is a Person? (theory)
If you're reading this, you're probably a person. While this word is regarded in everyday language as something simple, straightforward, and basically synonymous with "human being," the Wizard wants you to examine your assumptions and re-consider the concept of "person" as he reveals it to be something sranger, with far greater magical significance...This episode buil
How to Alchemize Anxiety (preview)
Despite our bests attempts to "calm down" or "stop panicking," anxiety rarely responds to such strategies, so here are all the Wizard's magical secrets on what actually works, gleaned from years of lived experience as an anxious person as well as countless sessions with clients helping them move past the discomfort of chronic unease that is all too common in this Age of An
How to Recover from Overthinking (w/ Recovering Overthinker)
David Bajramovic, aka the Recovering Overthinker, is an existential explorer, taking the wisdom of pioneers like Carl Jung, Rollo May, James Hillman, Friedrich Nietzsche, and other deep thinkers and presenting it for a modern audience in ways that are not only accessible, but actionable, as we all face unprecedented levels of technological distraction and dopamine addiction which can make it hard
How to Feel About AI (preview)
The Wizard addresses the current AI discourse from a variety of unusual angles, digging into our lost utopian dreams, extremely valid capitalist critiques, and problematic pearl-clutching moral panic as we all confront this tidal wave of technology that, whatever you think of it, is certainly upending everything! But of course, all of that is in the actual episode while this is but a mere amuse-bo
How to Imagine the Future (w/ M. Dudeck)
Performance artist, witchdoctor, and sci-fi religion world builder M. Dudeck steps into the ritual for an imaginal exploration with the Wizard, digging into what it means to envision wilder, weirder tomorrows and the magical and artistic tools we can wield to bring them into being. M. is a multidimensional multimedia artist whose work bridges graphic art and ritualistic performance to explore &quo
How to Heal Back Pain (preview)
The Wizard is about to turn 40 and currently discovering the wonders of aging like... crippling back pain! Thankfully, he's still a wizard and was able to turn this pain into a profound and powerful revelation that he's here to share with you. Hopefully, you've got a steel spine and a relaxed and zen-like calm about everything you do so you'll never need to deal with healing ba
The Leap
The quest continues as the Wizard ventures even deeper into the Unknown, taking that bold step over the edge to embark on a new chapter of magic, wizardry, and This Podcast is a Ritual by moving to... well, you'll just have to listen to the episode to find out where the Wizard is going next!Join the ritual: www.patreon.com/thispodcastisaritualAnd for the other episodes mentioned in this episo
How to Keep It Real (preview)
The Wizard is in transition and working on an episode about where he's moving and what comes next... but it turns out moving really takes it out of you! And that makes it difficult to sit down and do deep creative work like write and record a podcast episode about moving. Which is very meta.So instead of fake the funk and push out something that wasn't quite ready, the Wizard pulls back
How to Win Life and Influence Reality
The Wizard finally reveals the ultimate secrets of magic and provides detailed instructions on how to use them to manifest wealth, achieve success, and get everything you've ever wanted (and more!) Got a question for the the Wizard? Call the Wizard Hotline at 860-415-6009 and have it answered in a future episode!Join the ritual: www.patreon.com/thispodcastisaritual
How to Make a Home (preview)
The Wizard is moving and seeing as this is his final week in Avalon, the beloved house he's called home for the last 6 years, it only seemed right to let Avalon speak through him about what it means to take a magical approach to homemaking and honoring the spirit of the place where one resides. If you'd like to make your own home feel just a bit more magical, check out the full episode o
How to Drink Kava (w/ Steven E. Leszyk)
Settle in and take a sip with kava-tender Steven E. Leszyk, author of Kava's Magical Roots, as we explore the ceremony surrounding this traditional Polynesian brew, its recent inroads into American culture, and the magical states its consumption can create.Get a copy of Kava's Magical Roots at: https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=WkCKUummqxq5DUsXss5V5RXIGB1bYfKY4dqkzuYy0fVTune int
The Magic of Practice & Persistence (preview)
The Magic of Meta (Hypnosis & Meditations) continues to get even more magical in our third chapter! This time, we're focusing on the practice and persistence that improves focus, creating a powerful personal ritual with countless benefits. This is also where we're working to develop "access concentration," or the level of focus necessary to really benefit from the deeper me
How to Speak with the Dead (w/ Kadmus)
From honored ancestors to long dead sages, real wisdom can be found beyond even the oldest elders in the land of the dead, a place one may prefer not to wander without a knowledgable guide. Thankfully, philosophy professor and practicing necromancer Kadmus returns to the ritual to help us hear the whispers of dead wizards, the topic of his recent book Learning from Legendary Practitioners: A Necro
The Magic of Failing to Meditate (preview)
The second chapter of The Magic of Meta (Hypnosis & Meditations) is here! In this installment, we dive deeper into developing concentration and focus by learning to appreciate the moments of losing focus—all too often regarded as "failing" at meditating—as the actual skill we've honing! And there's a bonus hypnosis tape that will take you even deeper into that drifting, dre
How to Live in the Face of Death (w/ Tom Banger)
Tom Banger is an artist, writer, and occultural technologist whose wild life has wound its way through the counter cultural currents of punk rock, heavy metal, and magick. After receiving a serious medical diagnosis, he decided to face it the same way he's lived—with art, intention, and a gleeful anarchic spirit!Tune into Tom's vibrations: https://linktr.ee/tombangerJoin the ritual: www.
The Magic of Meta (preview)
The first installment of The Magic of Meta (Hypnosis & Meditations) is here! This is a new series of bonus content, released every other week on the Patreon, consisting of both a guided meditation AND a hypnosis tape designed to help you successfully implement a meta-magical meditation practice in your life and make your reality... slightly better! Learn more in this sneak peek and check out o
How to Deal with Death (w/ Becky Robison)
We're all going to die and, unfortunately, this truth applies to parents and other legally intwined loved ones. Thankfully, Becky Robison, author of My Parents Are Dead: What Now?, joins the ritual to give us a guided tour of the bureaucracy waiting beyond the grave!Buy Becky's book, My Parents Are Dead: What Now?, wherever you buy books.Tune into Becky's vibrations: https://www.dea
What is Metta? (preview)
Metta is a Buddhist concept ordinarily translated into English as "loving kindness." But beneath a surface some might dismiss as simplistic "peace and love" good vibes, metta meditation offers a deep set of practices for developing the capacity to understand one's state of mind, manage difficult emotions, and approach the world from a place of greater ease and peace. Join
How to Speak with Puppets (w/ Tyler Nacho)
The ritual gets a little whacky as we're visited by Tyler Nacho, creator of the existential puppet show, Death to Realism, and the freaks only magazine Kill Pretty, as we learn how a playful puppet can not only help you find your own voice, but offer aid and guidance to tripping festival goers.Tune into Tyler's vibrations at: https://www.tylernacho.com/Got a question for the the Wizard?
What's the Point? (practice)
What's the point of magic? The Wizard finally answers this timeless question with an imminently practical, unbelievably powerful, and ludicrously simple hands-on magical ritual that you can do at home! As the Wizard lays out the steps required to put theory into practice, you'll find yourself manifesting a "slightly better" reality and connecting with the point of magic like ne
What's the Point? (theory)
After 7 years and hundreds of episodes, the Wizard finally gets to the point and lays out his "metaphysics of magic," a theory of everything that not only explains all of existence (at last!), but creates an intellectual foundation for the practice of magic and wizardry, which will be revealed next episode in our imminently practical follow up, What's the Point? (practice).For more
A Meta Modern Xmas Special (Re-Release)
The secret power of any holiday tradition is repetition. Endless re-runs of The Grinch Who Stole Christmas or A Charlie Brown Christmas are what engraved them into the cultural consciousness as "classics." So, in a similar spirit, we're re-releasing this very special seasonal ceremony to make your holy days a little more meta and a bit more magical.Is Santa Claus a wizard? What is t
The Annotated Invocation (preview)
In this special bonus follow up to The Invocation, the wizard pulls back the curtain and reveals his sources, discussing all of the books, movies, artists, and ideas that inspired this most recent piece of magic. But this is just a preview of that episode, so for the real thing you'll need to check out the Patreon! Listen to The Annotated Invocation: https://www.patreon.com/posts/145559960Got
The Invocation
This Podcast is a Ritual began 7 years ago with an Opening Ceremony. Now the true purpose of this ritual is revealed in... The Invocation! Tune in to this episode's magical frequency to better understand the struggles of this Age of Anxiety and how wizardry just might help us find our way to a "slightly better" future.Recorded live at MaybeItsFate (Louisville, KY) on November 30, 20
What Is Magic? (preview)
Magic is one of the most confusing, confounding, and captivating words in our culture. Every human society works with magic in some way, but what it is exactly is still up for considerable debate. In this preview, the Wizard offers a glimpse into the unique conception of magic that animates this podcast and points the way towards the deeper definitions explored in the full bonus episode on Patreon
What is a Large Language Model?
Large Language Models, or LLMs, are infiltrating every facet of our society, but do we even understand what they are? In this fascinating deep dive into the intersection of technology, language, and consciousness, the Wizard offers a few new ways of perceiving these revolutionary—and worrying—systems.Got a question for the the Wizard? Call the Wizard Hotline at 860-415-6009 and have it answered i
This Prophecy is a Ritual (Re-Release)
The Invocation pulls from the past to foresee a "slightly better" future. As November 30th, 2025 draws nearer, we take one more look back to see This Prophecy is a Ritual, an episode exploring where AI might really be leading us...Turning and turning in the widening gyreThe falcon cannot hear the falconer;Things fall apart; the centre cannot hold;Mere anarchy is loosed upon the world.As
What is Meta-tation? (preview)
Meta-tation is a new practice of imaginative expansion, using one's own natural curiosity to see the present moment from a wider perspective and open up new pathways to a "slightly better" reality. While traditional meditation often takes us "in" to the present moment, trying to experience it without mental chatter, meta-tation leads us "out" of the present momen
How to Psychoanalyze Psychoanalysis (w/ Dr. Vanessa Sinclair)
Artist, occultist, and psychoanalyst Dr. Vanessa Sinclair joins the ritual for another probing exploration of the strange and symbolic realms of psychoanalysis itself as we move beyond Freud and discuss the other thinkers who mapped our collective unconscious.Learn more about the RU Center for Psychoanalysis at: https://rucenterforpsychoanalysis.substack.com/Got a question for the the Wizard? Call
A Slightly Better Episode (Re-Release)
As we move ever closer to our "Invocation of the Listener" ceremony on November 30th, 2025, we're returning to the episodes that first set the stage for the expanding mythos of This Podcast is a Ritual...A Slightly Better Episode celebrates the holy wizard holiday, April Fools Day, with a very special ritual wherein your wizard, Devin Person, bares his soul and reveals the true aims
What is Myth? (preview)
Beyond magic lies myth, a series of stories and symbols a culture uses to understand itself and orient to a wider metaphysical reality. While early anthropologists tended to discard other cultures' myths as mere superstition and nonsense, thanks to pioneering comparative mythologists like Joseph Campbell, Mircea Eliade, and Georges Dumézil (among others), we can now explore a far more magical
What is Metafiction?
The Wizard sat down at his desk to write a description for his new podcast episode, What is Metafiction?, exploring the literary genre of metafiction and its implications for magical practice. Pausing as he finished the first line, the Wizard figured he should probably mention he'd written a whole book on the subject, So Let It Be Written: A Wizards' Guide to Metafiction w/ Eric J. Milla
Opening Ceremony - How to Create a Slightly Better Reality (Re-Release)
As the ritual prepares to ascend to a higher plane with our "Invocation of the Listener" ceremony on November 30th, 2025, we're revisiting the magical moments that led us here with a series of special re-releases, beginning with the Opening Ceremony that started it all....In this opening ceremony, you will be initiated into the ritual by the wizard Devin Person and discover the life
How To Trust the Magic (preview)
Magic can be attractive to people struggling with anxiety, as it seems to offer the promise of greater control over one's reality. However, the Wizard has an interesting theory about how letting go of control and "trusting the magic" can produce far better results. This short preview goes over the essence of magic's interaction with anxiety, and invites you to tune into the ful
How to Become Aware of Your Attachment Conditioning (w/ George Haas)
Meditation teacher George Haas, founder of the Metta Group and host of the I Love You, Keep Going podcast, joins the ritual for a deep dive into the unconscious conditioning known as "attachment styles" that affect how we not only form relationships, but perceive reality itself. George's work explores how Buddhist meditation techniques can help release these shackles to create a gre
How to Heal a Broken Heart
The end of a relationship can bring with it feelings of loss, grief, and chaos, but these crises also contain the seeds of significant personal growth. In this episode, the Wizard shares what he learned over the last year of navigating heartbreak and offers a guiding light for anyone else going through something similar.Got a question for the the Wizard? Call the Wizard Hotline at 860-415-6009 an
What is Shame? (preview)
The Wizard digs deeper into the occult forces shaping our reality, pivoting from the coveted prize of "coolness" to the booby trap everyone is eager to avoid: Shame! In this short preview, you'll learn how shame relates to cool, why trying to avoid shame has the opposite effect, and some counterintuitive strategies for working with uncomfortable feelings.Listen to the full episode:
What Is Cool?
Most of us spend more time than we'd like to admit trying to "be cool," but do we know what "cool" even is? Thankfully, the world's coolest wizard is on the case in this in-depth investigation of this elusive cultural concept and how we can reclaim it as a revolutionary force in this distinctly uncool era.Got a question for the the Wizard? Call the Wizard Hotline at 8
How to Soothe Your Inner Child (preview)
Fresh off his Quest, the Wizard kicks off a new series of alternating bonus episodes exploring the intersection of psychology and magic. In this exciting preview, you'll learn more about the power of psychological "images" and how to work through difficult feelings by magically connecting with your "inner child."Listen to the full episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/135
True Voyage is Return
This Podcast is a Quest lands safely back at home in this restful and reflective conclusion as the Wizard shares what he learned on his journey as well as what lies ahead for wizardry, reality, and the ongoing magic of This Podcast is a Ritual.Got a question for the the Wizard? Call the Wizard Hotline at 860-415-6009 and have it answered in a future episode!Join the ritual: www.patreon.com/thispo
The Quest of Mystery (w/ Tom10)
Worn and weary, the Wizard enters the final stage of the quest, letting go of all he thought he once knew and opening himself up to even greater uncertainty as he encounters the mysterious Tom10, a one-eyed gnome masquerading as a Swedish graffiti artist.Tune into Tom10's vibrations at: https://www.instagram.com/eyegnome/Follow along with the Wizard's quest adventures and get more magica
The Quest of Intuition (w/ Esther Jacobs)
As our quest wanders along, the Wizard learns to listen to that quiet voice that whispers "this way!" in this fascinating chat with author, adventurer, and Dutch digital nomad Esther Jacobs, also known as the "No Excuses Lady," about the possibilities that occur when one gets off the beaten path.Tune into Esther's vibrations at: https://estherjacobs.info/Follow along with
The Quest of Clarity (w/ Yvet Youssef)
Our quest continues as the Wizard's vague plans distill into actual events when he's joined by Yvet Youssef—integrative coach, creator, and explorer of conscious—to discuss the clarity that comes when you create space to do less.Tune into Yvet's vibrations at: https://yvetyoussef.com/Follow along with the Wizard's quest adventures and get more magical bonus content by joining t
The Quest of Meaning (w/ Paul Staring)
Our special mini-series, This Quest is a Ritual, leaps into the void with our first guest, Dutch wizard and creator of the Cosmosis quest app, Paul Staring. Paul is a longtime listener of This Podcast is a Ritual and has a fascinating approach to the concept of quests, using technology to help people reconnect with the magic in the world around them.Check out Cosmosis at: https://cosmosis.quest/Fo
What is a Quest?
America's #1 Wizard is hitting the road to embark on a magical quest across Europe in this special mini-series. We're kicking things off by asking, "What is a quest?" and exploring the history of this word, its mythical and magical significance, and how YOU can embark on your own quest from wherever you are right now!Follow along with Devin's quest adventures and get more
How to Read Tarot Like a Skeptic (w/ Ari Freeman)
New Zealand wizard and author Ari Freeman returns to the ritual to discuss his latest book, Tarot for Skeptics, a wonderful and practical guide to the tarot which examines the most commonly used decks from a myriad of potential belief systems, resulting in a refreshingly accessible guide that is sure to spark new ideas for even the most seasoned tarot readers.Order Tarot for Skeptics: https://spir
How to Make a Morning Altar (w/ Day Schildkret)
Artist Day Schildkret, author of Morning Altars: A 7-Step Practice to Nourish Your Spirit through Nature, Art and Ritual and Hello, Goodbye: 75 Rituals for Times of Loss, Celebration and Change, joins the ritual to talk about rituals and the path that led him to building daily ephemeral altars in a New York City park.Tune into Day's vibrations at: https://www.dayschildkret.com/Got a question
Just Foolin' (recorded live at MaybeItsFate)
From its iconic appearance as the first card in the Tarot’s Major Arcana to the many foolish characters we find in fiction and mythology, the Fool is much more than a mere idiot. Rather, the Fool signifies our willingness to step out into the void, take on risky adventures, and enter the chaotic tumult of this world. By seeing through systems of power and approaching life with a sometimes child-li
How to Make a Magical Zine (w/ Clint Marsh of Fiddler's Green)
Clint Marsh of Fiddler's Green, a gorgeous zine about "Art & Magic for Tea-Drinking Anarchists, Convivial Conjurors & Closeted Optimists," returns to the ritual to talk about the importance of grounding esoteric writing in personal experience and the latest exciting installment of Fiddler's Green, which is currently raising funds on Kickstarter.Get a copy of Fiddler&apo
How to Play for Team Human (w/ Douglas Rushkoff)
As the web rots and spams and scams infiltrate every aspect of modern life, we need to re-learn how to prioritize authentic human experiences. Media theorist and author Douglas Rushkoff, host of the Team Human podcast, joins the ritual to discuss the strange state of the world and which new weird edges are inviting optimism. Tune into Douglas's vibrations at: https://rushkoff.com/Got a questi
What is Ritual? (Part 2)
The Wizard Devin Person returns for the second installment in this deep dive into hypnosis and ritual. Focusing in on the question, What is Ritual?, the Wizard explores how ritual enables participants to enter liminal spaces, marked by clear boundaries, and experience significant change. If you ever wanted to know what made this podcast an actual ritual, or how to devise a ritual of your own, this
What is Hypnosis? (Part 1)
Join the Wizard Devin Person for a special two-part deep dive into the essence of what he does as a full-time hypnotherapist and professional wizard. In this first part, What is Hypnosis?, the Wizard answers the titular questions and digs into the history of hypnosis, what it is, how it works, and why it's able to create powerful shifts in attitude and behavior where other therapies often com
How To Save Social Media (w/ Devin Person)
Social media currently sucks, but does it have to? The Wizard ponders how our social networks soured and what a slightly better vision of social media might look like in this highly imaginative episode.Got a question for the the Wizard? Call the Wizard Hotline at 860-415-6009 and have it answered in a future episode!Join the ritual: www.patreon.com/thispodcastisaritual
How To Bring History To Life (w/ V. Birchwood)
V. Birchwood is a multi-disciplinary artist, poet, YouTuber, and experimental archeologist whose work brings a sense of presence to the past. She documents her forays into historic food and fashion in beautiful YouTube videos and recently released her first poetry book, Through the Vale: Poems About How Nature Brings Us Back to Life.Tune into V. Birchwood's vibrations at: www.vbirchwood.com/G
How To Mix It Up (w/ Devin Person)
The Wizard Devin Person invites you to release yourself from restricting New Year's resolutions and instead discover the joys of the simple, magical act of mixing it up!Got a question for the the Wizard? Call the Wizard Hotline at 860-415-6009 and have it answered in a future episode!Join the ritual: www.patreon.com/thispodcastisaritualFollow the Wizard on Instagram @personisawake
How to Have Fun With it (w/ Ethan Woods of Fun Facts)
Jam with the conversational flow of Devin the Wizard and Ethan Woods of Fun Facts, an eccentric, esoteric, art rock quartet, whose new album, "Apartment Rock," provides a swinging soundtrack for this illuminating episode.Tune into Fun Facts' literal vibrations at: https://funfactstheband.bandcamp.com/album/apartment-rockGot a question for the the Wizard? Call the Wizard Hotline at 8
A Decade Of Wizardry
Celebrating 10 years of wizardry (and 6 years of This Podcast is a Ritual), the Wizard Devin Person meditates on his journey so far and how the trinity of Self, Other, and Unknown can serve as a map to the magic yet to come.Got a question for the the Wizard? Call the Wizard Hotline at 860-415-6009 and have it answered in a future episode!Join the ritual: www.patreon.com/thispodcastisaritualFollow
How To Walk The Queen's Path (w/ Dr. Stacey Simmons)
Come explore the mythology of the modern woman with psychotherapist Dr. Stacey Simmons, author of The Queen's Path: A Revolutionary Guide to Women's Empowerment and Sovereignty, as we learn about the contradictions and challenges that must be traversed to achieve true sovereignty over oneself.Tune into Dr. Simmon's vibrations at: https://staceysimmonsphd.com/Got a question for the t
How To Put The Soul Back In Psychedelics (w/ Simon Yugler)
Jungian therapist, psychedelic facilitator, and author Simon Yugler tunes out, turns on, and drops into the ritual to discuss his new book Psychedelics and the Soul: A Mythic Guide to Psychedelic Healing, Depth Psychology, and Cultural Repair in this soul stirring conversation about the strange powers of plant medicines.Tune into Simon's vibrations at: https://linktr.ee/depth_medicineGot a qu
How To Hold The Tension Of Opposites (w/ Devin Person)
Like salted caramel or a spicy margarita, the wizard is learning to carry heartbreak in one hand and hope in the other as he reflects on the Jungian concept of "holding the tension of opposites" and the growth such difficult moments can engender. This is a follow up to the "How to Be REALLY Vulnerable (w/ Devin Person) episode from September 2024.If you have any thoughts you want t
How To Make Psychology Magical (w/ Chrissie Bingham)
Witch and therapist Chrissie Bingham of Omni Temple joins the ritual for a mind-expanding conversation on the gods and spirits that haunt the crossroads of magic and mental health.Tune into Chrissie's vibrations at: www.Omni-Temple.comAnd get 15% off any program with the code PodcastRitualGot a question for the the Wizard? Call the Wizard Hotline at 860-415-6009 and have it answered in a fut
How to Be REALLY Vulnerable (w/ Devin Person)
A heart-broken wizard opens up about the difficult time he's currently going through while doing his best to be honest in ways he's never been able to do before. This is a follow up to the "How to Be Vulnerable (w/ LA Marks + Devin Person) episode from May 2023.If you have any thoughts you want to share, you can call the Wizard Hotline at 860-415-6009 and leave a private message fo
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