Mystics and Skeptics

Tune in and listen to Dr. Alexander Knysh discuss Islamic mysticism and Sufism, including the origins, beliefs, and practices of Sufis. He also discusses the concept of Jinns in Islam.  Dr. Knysh is a Professor of Islamic Studies at the University of Michigan and Director of the Islamic Studies Program at the St. Petersburg State University.  His academic interests include Sufism, Qur’anic studies, the history of Muslim theological, philosophical, and juridical thought, and modern Islamic/Islamist movements from a comparative perspective. He has numerous publications on these subjects, including twelve books, including "Sufism: A New History of Islamic Mysticism" and co-editor of "Dreams and Visions in Islamic Societies."

Tune in and listen to Carl McColman discuss Christian mysticism and describe how to encounter the Divine.  Mr. McColman is a spiritual director, retreat leader, and internationally known speaker and teacher on mystical spirituality and contemplative living. He is the author of many books, including "The Big Book of Christian Mysticism."  He is one of the co-hosts of the Encountering Silence podcast and runs the website: Anamchara.com.

Tune in and listen to Dovid Krafchow discuss Jewish mysticism and the origins and beliefs of Kabbalah. Mr. Krafchow has been an independent scholar for over 50 years studying the Torah and other Jewish texts in their original language of Hebrew and Aramaic. He has spent fifty years studying Jewish mysticism and the secrets of creation through the Zohar and Kabbalah.  Mr. Krafchow is the author of twenty books of fiction and non-fiction related to Jewish life and mystical secrets. He discusses his most recent book "Zohar: Beyond the BlackWhole."

Tune in and listen to David Daniel Gonzales discuss demonology and its mystical beliefs in ancient Israel from early history and through the Second Temple Era.  Mr. Gonzalez also describes his book "Demonology in Ancient Israel."  Mr. Gonzalez is a researcher, author, and podcast and radio show host of Mystic-Skeptic.

Tune in and listen to Corbie Mitleid, a world-renowned psychic medium, tarot master, and author explain to listeners how to discern legitimate from fake psychics; or real wizards from flying monkeys.  Ms. Mitleid has been reading for 50 years and has a worldwide clientele using her skills in tarot and oracle divination card readings, spiritual intuitive counseling, past life retrieval and analysis, mediumship, and spirit guide conferences.  She discusses her books "The Psychic Yellow Brick Road" and "Clean Out Your Life Closet."

Tune in and listen to Padmaja Rao enlighten us about the religion of Hinduism, the world's oldest and third largest religion.  Ms. Rao is a Hindu Dharma Educator, Speaker, and Certified Diversity Professional.

Tune in and listen to Dr. Craig Wright describe how numbers have Divine energy and a strong influence on our life path.  Dr. Wright is a Master Numerologist, certified Metaphysician, Reverend, and author of "It All Adds Up."

Tune in and listen to Dr. David Sloan Wilson discuss how his multilevel selection theory in evolution can foster altruism in groups for a better world. Dr. Wilson is an evolutionary biology and anthropology professor emeritus, and renowned author. and president of ProSocial World.

Tune in and listen to Dr. Dilip Amin about the importance of making an informed decision when entering an interfaith marriage.  Dr. Amin is a Dharma Ambassador,  Director of the Peninsula Multifaith Coalition, and Founder of Hindu Speakers Bureau and Interfaith Shaadi.

Tune in and listen to Astrologer and Spiritual Coach, Natasha Von Salza, to learn about Golden Age Astrology and how the stars at the time and place of your birth determine the blueprint of your life path.

Tune in and listen to Branch Isole discuss the Seven (7) Signs of the End of Days as described in the Book of Revelation.  He is a Christian, spiritual leader, poet, and author.

Tune in and listen to Stephen Mather and his experience of growing up in a religious cult and how he left and survived the controlling environment.  He is a psychologist and podcast host of What Should I Think About?

Tune in and listen to Cameron Harman -  Army veteran and philosopher talk about his journey of self-realization. He is the author of "Caveman to Philosopher" and podcast host of Hermit Radio.

Tune in and listen to scalar light energy researcher Tom Paladino on how to use its celestial power to heal and enhance your spiritual and energetic state of being.

Tune in and listen to a discussion with Islamic scholar and attorney Ashraf Nubani about Muhammad the Messenger and his impactful life as the revered Final Prophet of the Abrahamic religion of Islam.

Tune in and listen to a discussion with Christian scholar and filmmaker John Christy about King David and his tremendous life and fallibility as one of the revered prophets of the Abrahamic religions.

Tune in and listen to a discussion with Jewish scholar and author Rabbi Juan Marcos Bejarano Gutierrez about Moses and his life as a leader and liberator as well as one of the revered prophets of the Abrahamic religions.

Tune in and listen to Susan Bennett Fisher and Martin Fisher who are research pioneers of the 9 Natural Numbers and authors of "Body of 9" on how to decode your natural physiology and discover your true self.

Tune in and listen to Shaman practitioner, writer, and speaker John Moore and learn about shamanism and connecting with nature and spirit.

Tune in and listen to Muslim-born mystic Wajid Hassan - a spiritualist and author of "The Struggle for World Sanity."  He discusses a practical solution to solving world problems facing humanity and placing our existence into greater perspective.

Tune in and listen to MasterTalk founder Brenden Kumaraswamy on how to improve your public speaking skills - a key communication tool for a better, respectful, and robust discussion about religions, spirituality, and belief systems.

Tune in and listen to a paranormal investigator, medium, and author June Ahern describe her near-death experience and insights into the spiritual world.  She is an author, blogger, coach, and speaker on radio and television.  June Ahern appeared in episodes of The Haunted Bay available on YouTube and Amazon Prime.

Tune in and learn about Septemics, a new philosophical science book about hierarchies of human phenomena developed by polymathic intellectual and human development engineer Jim Marshall.

Tune in and listen to Spiritual Coach and Star Seed Sarah Strong talk about activating the Divine Feminine and Masculine and our place and existence in the Universe.

Tune in and listen to a conversation with Calvin Smith - an Athiest activist - discuss his beliefs on religion and ancient technology theories. Calvin Smith is also a musician, social media personality, and host of the podcast "Unquestionable with Calvin Smith."

Hello, fellow humans!

This is Sybil, the host of Mystics and Skeptics, a new podcast that will launch in the next few days!  We have interesting guests lined up to talk about religions, spirituality, the supernatural, mathematics and science, and much more.