2-13 "Mysticism, Magic, and the Occult with Claudia Monacelli" | Geeky Gamer Podcast - 12/05/24

Geeky Gamer Podcast Episode: Mysticism, Magic, and the Occult with Claudia Monacelli https://www.claudiamonacelli.com/ This week on the Geeky Gamer Podcast, Ken and Bill are joined by Claudia Monacelli, a.k.a. Christelle Martinette, an author, soul therapist, psychic medium, and expert in mysticism. With bourbon in hand, the hosts dive into an immersive discussion about the connections between spirituality and TTRPGs. Together, they explore topics like the history of the occult, tarot, runes, crystals, and the mystical practices of ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Druids. Claudia shares her experiences with parapsychology, telepathy, and mediumship, shedding light on how people have sought to communicate with the dead and find deeper meaning in life. The conversation also delves into the parallels between religion, cults, and community in both TTRPGs and real-world movements. From the symbolism in runes and tarot to the ethics of using prophecy and power, the group tackles the fine line between belonging and exploitation. They discuss historical figures, infamous cults, and the potential future of human evolution through mysticism and magic. Whether you’re here for the gaming insights or the deep dive into spirituality, this episode promises a thought-provoking blend of the mystical and the geeky. ⭐️ Enjoy our videos? Donate Here: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/geekygamerpodcast Ko-FI: https://ko-fi.com/dreadlore ⭐️ WATCH US LIVE: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@GeekyGamerPodcast ⭐️ LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5KUNp49ohB0gJZqe08zI8O ⭐️ MERCH: DreadLore Corebook (Hardback): https://tinyurl.com/3jxvzu2j DreadLore Corebook (Digital): https://tinyurl.com/3zua4667 DreadLore Corebook (Paperback): https://tinyurl.com/bppptv55 T-shirts, Bags, Swag: https://www.redbubble.com/people/billbunkum/shop ⭐️ CONNECT WITH US: ➡️ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/geekygamerpod ➡️ YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@GeekyGamerPodcast ⭐️ MUSIC: – all lowercase letters: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1fT1HzAobjhka6FotptPCD – Mr. Interrupt: https://misterinterrupt.com ⭐️ ART & MEDIA PRODUCTION: http://www.couchfiremedia.com ❤️ HOSTS:: – Ken Howl (host) – Bill Bunkum (host) – Drizzle (co-host) – Daniel Hulker (co-host) ⭐️ OUR NEWSLETTER: https://dreadlore.substack.com/ #dreadlore #ttrpg