Occult of Personality Podcast

Greg Kaminsky has been running Occult of Personality since 2006, making it one of the longest-standing interview shows in the Western esoteric space. The format is straightforward: long-form conversations with authors, scholars, and practitioners working in traditions like alchemy, ceremonial magic, Hermeticism, and Shinto shamanism. Episodes typically run about an hour, though some stretch past ninety minutes when the conversation warrants it. What sets this show apart is Kaminsky’s genuine curiosity and depth of preparation. He clearly reads the books and studies the traditions before sitting down with his guests. Recent episodes have featured discussions on alchemical longevity with Martin Faulks and esoteric Shinto shamanism with Benton Ryer—topics you just won’t find covered elsewhere with this level of care. The production is clean and uncluttered, no flashy intros or ad breaks every five minutes. With 83 episodes and a 4.4-star rating from 124 reviewers on Apple Podcasts, it’s built a steady and loyal audience. If you want substantive, unhurried conversations about Western occultism from someone who genuinely knows the territory, this is where to start.