Summary
Sherrod Brown's political record comes under scrutiny as critics accuse him of prioritizing benefits for undocumented immigrants over Ohioans. They claim that Brown has supported measures providing Social Security and healthcare to illegal immigrants, as well as substantial COVID-19 relief funds. This criticism is framed as a betrayal of his promises to Ohio voters, with opponents arguing that he has failed to deliver on key issues affecting local residents.
The conversation shifts to the topic of Satanism, exploring its portrayal in popular culture and its historical context. The discussion delves into the "satanic panic" of the 1980s and 90s, where unfounded fears about satanic rituals led to wrongful accusations and trials. The origins of the figure of Satan are examined, tracing its evolution from a biblical adversary to a symbol of rebellion in modern interpretations, particularly in the context of Romanticism and 19th-century occult movements.
The emergence of organized Satanic movements, such as the Church of Satan founded by Anton LaVey in the 1960s and the more recent Satanic Temple, is highlighted. These groups adopt Satan as a symbol of individualism and rebellion against religious authority, with the Satanic Temple taking a more activist stance on social justice issues. The discussion concludes by emphasizing the complex and often contradictory nature of Satanism, which has been utilized by various ideological movements throughout history, reflecting broader societal tensions and transformations.
Show Notes
In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of Satanism, its history and different manifestations in the contemporary world. From the ancient history of the devil to the modern Satanic temple, the story of satanism is an intriguing one that touches on everything from religion, occultism, socialism and feminism.Thank you to Dr. Per Faxneld for appearing in the episode. Check out his publications for more occultism and esotericism!Check out Esoterica: https://www.youtube.com/@UCoydhtfFSk1fZXNRnkGnneQ & Angela's Symposium: https://www.youtube.com/@UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig Find me and my music here:https://linktr.ee/filipholmSupport Let's Talk Religion on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/letstalkreligion Or through a one-time donation: https://paypal.me/talkreligiondonateAlso check out the Let's Talk Religion Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ih4sqtWv0wRIhS6HFgerb?si=95b07d83d0254bSources/Recomended Reading:Barber, Malcolm, The Cathars: Dualist heretics in Languedoc in the High Middle Ages, Second edition (Harlow, United Kingdom: Pearson, 2013).Broedel, Hans Peter (2003). "The Malleus Maleficarum and the construction of witchcraft: Theology and popular belief". Manchester University Press.Faxneld, Per (2017). "Satanic Feminism: Lucifer as the Liberator of Woman in Nineteenth-Century Culture". OUP USA.Faxneld, Per & Johan Nilsson (2023). "Satanism: A Reader". OUP USA.Massignon, Louis (1979). "The Passion of Hallaj: Mystic and Martyr of Islam". Vol. 1-4. Translated by Herbert Mason. Princeton University Press.Chapters:0:00 Intro1:01 The Satanic Panic1:51 The History of the Devil5:12 Historical Satanisms: Polemics or Reality?9:11 Early Satanism: Political Inspiration & Occult Symbol15:55 Satan & Feminism19:11 Self-professed Satanists21:54 LaVeyan Satanism (The Church of Satan)30:26 Atheist vs. Theist Satanism?31:27 Black Metal Satanism33:42 Re-interpreting Satan34:33 Luciferianism?36:54 The Satanic Temple & Contemporary Satanism41:15 Conclusions#satanism #satan #occult Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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