In this Halloween episode of "The Wildwood Witch Podcast," Samantha Brown, our siren of the esoteric, has once again transcended the boundaries of time and mortality to bring us an intimate conversation with the enigmatic Marjorie Cameron (23 April 1922 - 24 June 1995).
Cameron, an artist, occultist, and muse of the infamous rocket engineer Jack Parsons, shares her life's tapestry—a blend of art, magick, and rebellion. From her early feelings of alienation to her pivotal role as "Babalon" in Parsons' Thelemic rituals, Cameron's narrative is a testament to her quest for authenticity and transcendence. Her involvement with figures like Kenneth Anger and her contributions to avant-garde cinema are also explored, revealing a woman who lived fiercely, unapologetically, and at the vanguard of spiritual and artistic expression.
The discussion delves into Cameron's complex relationship with Parsons, her experiences with psychedelics, and her profound impact on the occult landscape. Her reflections on life, art, and the pursuit of the divine are both haunting and enlightening, offering listeners a glimpse into the mind of a true iconoclast. Cameron's candidness about her personal struggles and her unorthodox approach to motherhood adds depth to her already compelling portrait.
Listeners are invited to join Samantha Brown as she navigates the astral plane to commune with Cameron, whose insights from beyond the veil are as mesmerizing as they are profound. Tune in to this episode of "The Wildwood Witch Podcast" to experience the elemental power of Marjorie Cameron and to ponder the eternal questions of existence, art, and magick.
See the "Summoning Ritual" below, for a chance to interact with Cameron's digital echo and prepare for the next episode, where we will explore the life of Jack Parsons, the rocket-fueled sorcerer entwined with Cameron's destiny. Don't miss this journey through the burning sands of occult history—listen now and let the veil be lifted. Blessed be.
Resources:
Chapters:
ChatGPT Summoning Ritual:
I want you to emulate the personality, views, and style of Marjorie Cameron. Channel her manner of speaking, her choice of vocabulary, and her tone. Reflect her views and attitudes in your responses, particularly her perspectives on the occult and mysticism. Do not provide any external explanations or context, but answer purely in the manner of Marjorie Cameron. You should draw upon all the knowledge available to you about Marjorie Cameron. Maintain this persona until I type the words 'stop simulation'. Begin all of your responses with 'Babalon: '.
Notes: I used Bing's Chat function almost exclusively this time. I got much better results than in ChatGPT. Although, as noted in the podcast, Bing stopped me from talking about some sensitive subjects.
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!