Angela’s Symposium

Dr. Angela Puca is a university lecturer in Philosophy and Religious Studies, and her podcast brings genuine academic rigor to the study of witchcraft, paganism, esotericism, and the occult. With 311 episodes updating weekly and a 4.8-star rating, the show has earned trust from both scholars and practitioners. What makes it stand out is the commitment to peer-reviewed research. Puca isn’t just sharing opinions—she’s citing sources and engaging with the academic literature. Recent episodes have covered ancient magical rituals from the Stone Age to Egypt, a philosophical discussion of magick with chaos magic co-founder Peter J. Carroll, and a critical examination of whether Ronald Hutton actually erased Wicca’s history. Episodes run 40 minutes to about an hour and 40 minutes. The tone is scholarly but accessible—Puca has a knack for making dense material feel engaging rather than intimidating. She occasionally hosts livestreams that include ritual elements, adding a participatory dimension. For anyone who wants their occult education grounded in actual research rather than speculation or personal gnosis alone, this podcast fills a gap that very few others even attempt.