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The Light of Hermes Trismegistus with Charles Stein

Linked to both the Greek god Hermes and the Egyptian god Thoth, Hermes Trismegistus is credited, through legend, with thousands of mystical and philosophical writings of high standing, each reputed to be of immense antiquity. During the Renaissance, a collection of such writings known as the Corpus Hermeticum greatly inspired the thought of philosophers, alchemists, artists, poets, and even theologians.

Offering new translations of seven essential Hermetic texts from their earliest source languages, Charles Stein presents them alongside introductions and interpretive commentary, revealing their hidden gems of insight, suggesting directions for practice, and progressively weaving the texts together historically, poetically, hermeneutically, and magically. The book includes translations of Hesiod’s Theogony, the Homeric Hymn to Hermes, the “Poem of Parmenides,” the Poimandres from the Corpus Hermeticum, the Chaldean Oracles, “The Vision of Isis” from Apuleius’s Metamorphoses, and “On Divine Virtue” by Zosimos of Panopolis.

Through his introductions and commentaries, Stein explains how the many traditions that use Hermes’s name harbor a coherent spirit whose relevance and efficacy promise to carry Hermes forward into the future.

Revealing Hermes as the very principle of Mind in all its possibilities, from intellectual brilliance to the workings of the cognitive life of everyone, the author shows how these seven texts are central to a still-evolving Western tradition in which the principle of spiritual awakening is allied with the creative. Never before published together, these texts present a new vehicle for transmission of the Hermetic Genius in modern times.

The Great Book of King Arthur with John Matthews

The world’s leading Arthurian authority reimagines one of the most beloved and influential legends—the story of King Arthur and his Knights—for a new century in this gorgeous keepsake edition, illustrated with luminous full-color paintings and drawings by internationally acclaimed Tolkien artist John Howe.

The stories of King Arthur and Merlin, Lancelot and Guinevere, Galahad, Gawain, Tristan and the rest of the Knights of the Roundtable, and the search for the Holy Grail have been beloved for centuries and are the inspiration of many modern fantasy novels, films, and shows. These legends began when an obscure Celtic hero named Arthur stepped on to the stage of history sometime in the sixth century, generating a host of oral tales that would be inscribed some 900 years later by Thomas Malory in his classic Morte D’Arthur (The Death of Arthur).

The Great Book of King Arthur brings these legends into the modern age, using accessible prose for contemporary readers for the first time. In addition to the stories in Morte D’Arthur, John Matthews includes many tales of Arthur and his knights either unknown to Malory or written in other languages, such as the story of Avenable, the girl brought up as a boy who becomes a famous knight; Morien, whose adventures are as fantastic and exciting as any found in Malory’s work; and a retelling of the life of Round Table favorite Gawain, from his strange birth to his upbringing among the poor to his ascension to the highest position—Emperor of Rome.

In addition, there are some of the earliest tales of Arthur, deriving from the tradition of Celtic storytelling. The epic hero is represented in such powerful stories as “The Adventures of Eagle-boy” and “The Coming of Merlin,” which is based on the early medieval text Vita Merlini and tells a completely new version of the great enchanter’s story. 

Neon Twilight with Solaris BlueRaven

Solaris and Barbara share thoughts and philosophies on time traval and humanities ability to flow with it.

The Rebirth of Otis with Host Mark Eddy

Bluesman BOONE FROGGETT joins us to discuss the reforming of his band Otis.  We'll be covering the band's critically acclaimed "Eyes of the Sun" and new directions they are taking.   A few rockin' early summer dates have the Otis family ready for jams throughout the summer.   We'll get into the burgeoning music scene in Bowling Green, KY and the state of the blues.  We'll hear stories of Boone's talks with some of rock's biggest names and behind the scenes work with the Kentucky Headhunters,  producing "The Lowdown Hoedown" and the annual Jambodians Christmas concert.  

The Shadow Machine with ARLAN ANDREWS - Host Mark Eddy

Engineer and "Ancient Aliens" commentator ARLAN ANDREWS makes his debut on "Night-Light" to discuss his riveting "Killarumiyoq," which examines this enigmatic sculpture in Peru.  Arlan applies his engineering skills to decode its meaning, function and who made it.  We will also get into "Thaw," the first novel in a trilogy on life after the next Ice Age.  We will segue into other prehistoric sites, theories on ancient technology and sci-fi writing.

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Amazon.com: Thaw (Thaw Trilogy Book 1) eBook : Andrews Sr., Arlan: Kindle Store

The Inner Light: How India Influenced the Beatles with Susan Shumsky

The spiritual journey of the Beatles is the story of an entire generation of visionaries in the sixties who transformed the world. The Inner Light illumines hidden meanings of the Beatles' India-influenced lyrics and sounds, decoded by Susan Shumsky—a rare insider who spent two decades in the ashrams and six years on the personal staff of the Beatles' mentor, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi.

This eye-opening book draws back the curtain on the Beatles' experiments with psychedelics, meditation, chanting, and Indian music. Among many shocking revelations, we discover who invented "raga rock" (not the Beatles), the real identity of rare Indian instruments and musicians on their tracks, which Beatle was the best meditator (not George), why the Beatles left India in a huff, John and George's attempts to return, Maharishi's accurate prediction, and who Sexy Sadie, Jojo, Bungalow Bill, Dear Prudence, Blackbird, My Sweet Lord, Hare Krishna, and the Fool on the Hill really were.

Half a century later, the Beatles have sold more records than any other recording artist. A new generation wants to relive the magic of the flower-power era and is now discovering the message of this iconic band and its four superstars. For people of all nations and ages, the Beatles' mystique lives on. The Inner Light is Susan Shumsky's gift to their legacy.

Neon Twilight with Solaris BlurRaven - Giants and Little people

Solaris and Barbara start out the evening looking into Giants and Little people in the US.  Where they go from there is anybodies guess.  Join themm for a spiritual journey through time.

Summer Horror Travels with Dave Goudsward - Host - Mark Eddy

Eclectic historian and captivating story teller, DAVE GOUDSWARD returns to discuss upcoming publications on Merbeings, Lovecraft, Vikings, cryptids and horror sites in Florida.  We will hear about Florida locations for "Jaws II" and "The Creature from the Black Lagoon," "X Files" and "Night Gallery" episodes, locations for zombie films, famous graveyards.  Dave will make it a half way to Halloween show.  Get some ideas for the summer vacation season.

Just spell the freakin' name right. (goudsward.com)