Best Silat Podcasts (2023)

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Chthonia

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Female Jinn: Ghula and Si'lat 1:14:33

19d ago1:14:33

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Jinn are spirits created from fire that are part of Arabic and Islamic folklore. A full discussion of the Jinn would take many episodes, so in this podcast I discuss what Jinn are and what is known about their origins, their place in Islamic cosmogony, and the different types of Jinn, particularly the Ghula and Si'lat, who often appear in feminine …

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DanceTV

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DJ MIX #620 - Igor Vicente (Mons, Belgium) at Ampere, Antwerp 04.11.2023 1:19:37

8h ago1:19:37

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Dance TV is proud to present DJ MIX #620 with the truly global electronic music phenomenon - DJ, Producer and label owner - Igor Vicente. His multifaceted artistry crafts a distinctive sound, seamlessly blending House and Techno with a myriad of effects that inject surprise into his sets. This recording from Ampere in Antwerp is no exception! Igor …

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Chthonia

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Yuki-onna: the Spirit of Winter 1:01:00

5d ago1:01:00

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As we head into the winter season, we round out the last few podcasts of the year with a discussion of the Japanese "snow woman" Yuki-onna. Like many of our Dark Feminine figures, she has both gentle and terrifying aspects; she can fall in love and marry, she can bring treasure, but she also freezes people to death and in some instances cannibalize…

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DanceTV

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DJ MIX #619 - Pressure Point (Milan, Italy) presents 100% Vinyl Mix 1:10:00

9d ago1:10:00

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Dance TV is proud to present DJ MIX #619 with the Milan based DJ and Producer - Pressure Point aka D:fferent Place. Smooth and seriously groovy this impressive 100% vinyl recording will add warmth to your soul on these cold November days and make you want to move your feet! House is definitely a feeling! Press play!@pressurepoint_2 @d_fferentplacem…

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Kung Fu Drive-In Podcast

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INTERVIEW: RANJEET MARWA, Director - THE CONTRACT, EXILED: THE CHOSEN ONES, RUPTURE 28:28

17d ago28:28

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Writer, Director, Filmmaker RANJEET S. MARWA joins the show to give us details on his upcoming crowdfunded project THE CONTRACT! THE CONTRACT is an action/crime/martial arts feature film about a contract killer who becomes a target for his former employers. Starring Nick Khan, Rom Smoorenburg, Silvio Simac, Sean Cronin and more, THE CONTRACT promis…

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Kung Fu Drive-In Podcast

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UASE 2023 INTERVIEW: HECTOR SORIA, "Spades", JOSE MANUEL, "Boriken" 19:51

15d ago19:51

19:51

From the Urban Action Showcase & Expo 2023, the Kung Fu Drive-In Podcast sat down with Actors, Filmmakers HECTOR SORIA, "Spades" and JOSE MANUEL, "Boriken"! We talk about the impact of indie filmmaking and the support from shows like The Urban Action Showcase and Expo. Hector talks up his new project with Johnny Yong Bosch, "Spades" whiel Jose take…

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Kung Fu Drive-In Podcast

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UASE 2023 PANEL: MARTIAL ARTS IN CINEMA - LUIS ESTEBAN, SHELDON LETTICH, EUGENE THOMAS, SILVIO SIMAC 52:42

23d ago52:42

52:42

From the Urban Action Showcase & Expo 2023, the Kung Fu Drive-In Podcast hosted the MARTIAL ARTS IN CINEMA Panel to cover Wuxia to Wick and everything in between! FEATURING: LUIS ESTEBAN: Co-writer, "Only The Strong" SHELDON LETTICH: Co-writer, Director, "Only The Strong", Writer, "Bloodsport" EUGENE THOMAS: "Shaolin Dolemite", "The Super Ninja" SI…

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Kung Fu Drive-In Podcast

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UASE 2023 PANEL: BEHIND THE ACTION-EVELYN VACCARO, KENNY WONG, RICKY BARKSDALE, DAVID CHEN, JOSE MANUEL 45:25

23d ago45:25

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From the Urban Action Showcase & Expo 2023, the Kung Fu Drive-In Podcast hosted the BEHIND THE ACTION Panel to talk to some of the stunt professionals that bring the action to life on screen! FEATURING: EVELYN VACCARO: John Wick 3 (2019), Gotham (2018), Luke Cage (2017) KENNY WONG: The Dark Knight Rises (2012), Premium Rush (2012) and R.I.P.D. (201…

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Kung Fu Drive-In Podcast

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UASE 2023 INTERVIEW: RICKY BAKER, EASTERN HEROES MAGAZINE 14:54

16d ago14:54

14:54

From the Urban Action Showcase & Expo 2023, the Kung Fu Drive-In Podcast sat down with RICKY BAKER, Publisher of Eastern Heroes Magazine! We talk about the impact of martial arts in film and TV and how shows like UASE keep the spirit alive for new generations of fans. We discuss, debate and dissect kung fu movies and martial arts cinema & tv, past,…

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DanceTV

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DJ MIX #618 - Brian Ring (Berlin, Germany) 1:33:26

24d ago1:33:26

1:33:26

Dance TV is proud to present DJ MIX #618 with the outstanding DJ, producer and label owner - Brian Ring. An Irishman based in Berlin, with previously released music on Gerd Janson's Running Back and more recently on his own Clutching at Straws record label, Brian Ring delivers an exclusive and truly groovy and delightful house mix for Dance TV! Pre…

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Chthonia

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Eisheth Zenunim: Female Personification of Sin 58:26

1M ago58:26

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This week we are talking about Eisheth Zenunim, "queen of harlots" who is considered the personification of sin in the Zohar, and one of the 4 wives of Samael. We discuss Eisheth's relationship to the serpent in the Garden of Eden as well as to Babalon, and her Kabbalistic association with the Qlippoth, the flip side of the Tree of Life consisting …

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DanceTV

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DJ MIX #617 - Pablo Bolivar (Cantabria, Spain) 1:11:42

1M ago1:11:42

1:11:42

Dance TV is proud to present DJ MIX #617 with the Cantabria based DJ, producer and remixer - Pablo Bolivar. A modern master of house and techno, the Seven Villas label founder is known equally well as an album artist and prolific remixer, but perhaps foremost as a world class DJ. Melodic and hypnotic this moody and sublime mix is made of Pablo's fa…

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Chthonia

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Echidna 48:05

2M ago48:05

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This week we look at Echidna, the mother of monsters in Greek mythology. Echnidna is said to be the mother of the Sphinx, the Chimera, the Lernean Hydra, and Cerberus among others. She is identified with Python, the dragon slain by Apollo at what would later be his oracle site at Delphi. As a monster associated with rot and decay, she represents te…

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DanceTV

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DJ MIX #616 - Zlatina Dimitrova (Sofia, Bulgaria) 56:05

2M ago56:05

56:05

Dance TV is proud to present DJ MIX #616 with the up and coming Bulgarian DJ - Zlatina Dimitrova. Press play and accompany Zlatina on her sonic journey, the music will sweep you away into a realm where the beats are boundless, the vibes are unparalleled, and the tech house groove leads the way!@zlatinadimitrovamusicEmbrace the rhythm, ignite the da…

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Chthonia

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Anath 58:43

2M ago58:43

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This episode looks at the third goddess in our Canaanite trilogy, the warrior goddess Anath, the sister or helpmate of the Canaanite deity Ba'al Hadad. Anath's attributes and role with respect to the Israelites is contested, as is her role as a fertility and hunting goddess. The scholarship has a hard time reconciling this bloodthirsty goddess with…

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Kung Fu Drive-In Podcast

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INTERVIEW: MASTER JOSE TORRES, TEASER REVEAL "KILLER EX" 46:33

2M ago46:33

46:33

Actor, Producer, Martial Artist MASTER JOSE TORRES joins us to talk about his upcoming debut feature film KILLER EX! We go into some behind the scenes tales and get the lowdown on the world of VICTOR REYES, a gun for hire whose past come back to haunt him in an explosive way! FOLLOW MASTER TORRES: MARTIAL ARTS XPERIENCE: http://martialartsxperience…

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Kung Fu Drive-In Podcast

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INTERVIEW: WILLIAM CHRISTOPHER FORD, Karate Kid III, 52 Masters 35:45

2M ago35:45

35:45

Actor, Producer, Martial Artist WILLIAM CHRISTOPHER FORD joins us from the NAFMA National Championships in Atlantic City, NJ to talk about his passion for the martial arts and parlaying it into roles in films like Karate Kid III and the upcoming Killer Ex! FOLLOW WILLIAM: MARTIAL ARTS XPERIENCE COVER: http://martialartsxperience.com INSTAGRAM: @wil…

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DanceTV

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DJ MIX #615 - Silat Beksi (Kiev, Ukraine) 1:10:03

3M ago1:10:03

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Dance TV is proud to present DJ MIX #615 with the Ukrainian DJ and producer - Silat Beksi. This incredible trip of an exclusive podcast packed with unreleased productions and edits illustrates clearly what remarkable talent Silat Beksi has got on both the DJ and production side! We are stoked to publish this one! Press play!@silat-beksiIn the endle…

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Chthonia

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Asherah 1:03:03

3M ago1:03:03

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This week I examine the Canaanite mother goddess represented by a sacred tree, and according to some archaeological evidence and speculation, may have been the wife of the Biblical god Yahweh. The episode looks at this theory as well as the origins of Asherah, her role in ancient Judaic society and her presence in the Bible, and how this is a prime…

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DanceTV

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LIVE MIX #614 - Fernando Lagreca (Barcelona, Spain) 1:04:56

3M ago1:04:56

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Dance TV is proud to present DJ Mix #614 with the Barcelona based Uruguayan DJ, live act and producer Fernando Lagreca. Enjoy his exclusive live set jamming with improvised patterns, beats and melodies using only hardware gear such as Elektron Octatrack MKII + Elektron Digitakt + Roland TB-3 + Pioneer RMX-500! On fire!@fernandolagreca @beautifulacc…

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Chthonia

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Astarte 1:01:08

3M ago1:01:08

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This week we look at Astarte, wife of Baal, goddess of love, hunting and war. We take a dive into Canaanite religion and its relationship to early Judaic religion, including her mentions in the Baal Cycle and the Bible, as well as her later role in Egypt as a war goddess and wife of Set. We also explore the seeming paradox of love goddesses also ac…

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DanceTV

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DJ MIX #613 - YOKOO (Lisbon, Portugal) 2:20:46

4M ago2:20:46

2:20:46

Dance TV is proud to present DJ Mix #613 with the outstanding DJ and Producer YokoO. French born, Australian at heart, Lisbon based and full time globe trotter, over the last few years YokoO has floated, dreamed and swooned his way across the world to some of the loftiest echelons. Energetic and melancholic at the same time this two hour recording …

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Chthonia

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Ammit, Egyptian Devourer of the Dead 46:18

3M ago46:18

46:18

This week we look at the Ancient Egyptian chimeric demoness called Ammit. Having the head of a crocodile, the hindquarters of a hippopotamus, and the forequarters of a lion, Ammit stands beside Anubis waiting to devour the hearts and souls of the unjust dead. In this episode we look at the background of afterlife beliefs in ancient Egypt and some o…

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Chthonia

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Agrat Bat Mahlat 54:45

4M ago54:45

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This week we look at the "Dancing Demon" of Talmudic and Kabbalistic literature, one of the 4 wives of archangel Samael, and an "angel of sacred prostitution". Lilith is viewed as her competitor, and sometimes as her mother and grandmother, though her name means "Agrat daughter of Mahlat," herself a daughter of Ishmael and a wife of Esau. We look a…

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DanceTV

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DJ MIX #612 - Mike Shannon (Berlin, Germany) 1:05:34

4M ago1:05:34

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Dance TV is proud to present DJ MIX #612 with one of Canada's foremost electronic DJ's and Producers and the Cynosure label boss - Mike Shannon. Residing in Berlin since many years, Mike is without doubt a true “DJ’s DJ”, who has won legions of fans and the respect of his peers alike for his deep crates and lightning fast mixing skills. In this exc…

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DanceTV

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DJ MIX #611- Slope114 (San Francisco, U.S.A.) 1:00:10

4M ago1:00:10

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Dance TV is proud to present DJ MIX #611 with the San Francisco based- Slope114.The powerhouse duo delivers a spectacular recording of Dmitri SFC mixing edits of some of our favourite house tracks with Elise Gargalikis live vocals on top! A tip for any house music lover out there! Press play!@slope114Slope114, the dynamic Live House Music duo from …

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Chthonia

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Poludnica 1:01:25

5M ago1:01:25

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Poludnica, also known as Lady Midday and the Noonwraith, is a demon of the harvest who punishes those who do not rest at noontime. She has various names throughout Eastern Europe, and is represented as a woman in a white dress, sometimes with a skeletal face, who carries a scythe, shears, or a whip. In this podcast we take a deep dive into the "dar…

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Kung Fu Drive-In Podcast

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INTERVIEW: SHAUN PAUL PICCININO, Director, Filmmaker, "THE ISLAND" 51:25

4M ago51:25

51:25

Director, filmmaker, and martial artist SHAUN PAUL PICCININO joins the show to talk about his newest film THE ISLAND, starring Michael Jai White, Gillian White, and Jackson Rathbone! SYNOPSIS: When his brother is killed, LAPD officer Mark (Michael J. White) leaves the city to return to the island he grew up on. Seeking answers and ultimately vengea…

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Chthonia

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Succubus 1:02:54

5M ago1:02:54

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This week's podcast talks about the succubus, a female demon that is said to have sex with men while they sleep, and her male counterpart, the incubus. There is some version of the succubus in almost every culture; we will look at the medieval view of these creatures, its likely origins in ancient beliefs about immortality, and how these narratives…

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Kung Fu Drive-In Podcast

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INTERVIEW: MASTER JOSE TORRES, Martial Artist, Actor, "KILLER EX" 51:40

5M ago51:40

51:40

Martial artist, Instructor, Actor, JOSE TORRES joins me to chat about his upcoming martial arts/ action film KILLER EX! Master Torres takes us through his first foray intoo the on screen world as he brings the assassin VICTOR REYES to life. Plus he answers who wins, Victor Reyes or John Wick! FOLLOW MASTER TORRES ON INSTAGRAM: @martisalsrtsxperienc…

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Chthonia

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The Gorgons 56:39

5M ago56:39

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I have talked about the Gorgon Medusa on this podcast in the past; today's episode looks at all three Gorgons, Stheno, Euryale, and Medusa. This is a deep dive into the psychological meaning of the Gorgons and other similar daimons, and their relationship to goddesses such as Athena and Artemis. When we move from archaic Greek literature to Roman l…

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DanceTV

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DJ MIX #610 - Aldanya (London, U.K. ) 1:18:29

5M ago1:18:29

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Dance TV is proud to present DJ MIX #610 with the London based DJ and Producer - Aldanya. With her boundless talent and unwavering passion for techno, she has carved a path as a dynamic and versatile artist, leaving crowds awe-inspired by her explosive displays of female energy. Aldanya effortlessly steers the dance floor, igniting a frenzy of high…

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Chthonia

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Chthonia Conversations: Talking Slavic Creation and Afterlife with Joanna Madloch 1:03:57

6M ago1:03:57

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We finally have a new Chthonia Conversation, and Joanna Madloch is back! We dive into Slavic theogony (creation mythology) and conceptions of the afterlife in the stories of Perun, Veles, and their offspring. Joanna sent me a few names in chat, that you can reference; these are in order within the conversation: Swaróg Dadźbóg Chors Księżyc Mokosz S…

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Chthonia

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Dybbuks 54:59

6M ago54:59

54:59

In the first part of the 2000s, there were paranormal TV shows and movies made about the Dybbuk (or Dibbuk), an evil spirit from Judaic folklore that can possess a person. The idea of the "Dybbuk Box" that cursed its owners gained urban folktale status. However, these evil spirits are not demons, they are the restless male dead, and were not really…

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DanceTV

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DJ MIX #609 - Namito (Berlin, Germany) 1:01:02

6M ago1:01:02

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Dance TV is proud to present DJ MIX #609 with the Berlin based Iranian DJ, producer and mix engineer - Namito. Driving and techy yet melodic and hypnotic this seamless mix of tracks including two of Namito's own collaborations makes a perfect soundtrack to both a great b4 as well as a closing of the night! Should be added to your playlist unconditi…

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Chthonia

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Lamashtu 44:57

6M ago44:57

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This episode looks at the Babylonian goddess Lamashtu, who may be one of the earliest examples of a vampiric goddess who hunts humans and feeds on flesh, particularly that of unborn children. While we may expect such a goddess to be classed as a demon, Lamashtu is the daughter of the sky god Anu, and has celestial origins. Her ill effects on pregna…

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DanceTV

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DJ MIX #608 - Joe L (Washington D.C. , U.S.A.) 1:42:49

6M ago1:42:49

1:42:49

Dance TV is proud to present DJ Mix #608 with Washington DC resident - Joe L.A consistent fixture in DC's nightclub scene for over two decades, producing events and holding residencies at esteemed venues Joe L has been involved in booking countless renowned artists. As a versatile DJ, his sets are known for their eclectic range, seamlessly blending…

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Chthonia

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Valkyries 56:28

7M ago56:28

56:28

This week's episode is about the Valkyries, the "choosers of the slain" who bring warriors to Odin's Valhalla, to fight at the "twilight of the gods," Ragnarok. We look at the original role of the Valkyries as "demonic" feasters on the dead flesh of fallen warriors, and their transformation into beautiful shieldmaidens serving warriors in Valhalla.…

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DanceTV

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DJ MIX #607 - Julie Marghilano (Berlin, Germany) 1:04:40

7M ago1:04:40

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Dance TV is proud to present DJ MIX #607 with the multitalented Sol Asylum label owner - Julie Marghilano. Originally hailing from Las Vegas, yet residing in Berlin since many years Julie is an eclectic selector with a library of records spanning years that explores a myriad of nuances and genres within dance music and beyond. That shines through i…

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Chthonia

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Latawica 46:38

7M ago46:38

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This episode explores the Latawica, female spirits of the aborted or stillborn in Slavic mythology. The term Latawica is also used in connection with "loose" women, as these spirits that appear as half bird and half human can also shapeshift into seductive forms. As we see in many of these stories, the original version takes on a very different ton…

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DanceTV

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DJ MIX #606 - Storken (Stockholm, Sweden) 1:23:29

8M ago1:23:29

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Dance TV is proud to present DJ MIX #606 with the Swedish DJ and Producer - Storken. With successful releases on Running Back and a busy gig schedule the Stockholm based multi-instrumentalist delivers an exclusive mix packed with house and disco jams including his own remixes and original productions! Press play and enjoy the wonderful selection in…

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Chthonia

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Murrain (Plague) Maiden 1:24:08

8M ago1:24:08

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This week's podcast is a long one--I talk about the Murrain Maiden, also called the Plague Maiden, or Morowa Dziewica. When she enters a town waving her red handkerchief, the residents are doomed. This podcast gets into the imagery of the Murrain Maiden folktale, and the way in which the idea of plague and illness connects to demon lore and to the …

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Chthonia

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Chthonia Conversations: Talking Embodiment with Orryelle Defenestrate Bascule 1:07:41

8M ago1:07:41

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This month's conversation is with esoteric artist Orryelle Defenestrate Bascule. Our discussion centers around Orryelle's art, music, and ritual theatre performance, including his film "Solve et Coagula." We talk about the idea of embodiment, including the embodiment of sound in language, the kundalini force, and quite a bit about the goddess Hekat…

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Kung Fu Drive-In Podcast

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INTERVIEW: JOSE MANUEL, Actor, Filmmaker, FIST of the CONDOR 1:02:41

8M ago1:02:41

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Actor, filmmaker, martial arts action aficionado, JOSE MANUEL joins me to chat about his rising star in the martial arts/ action film genre! From a fan of the kung fu classics, to making his own films, to working opposite one of his idols, Marko Zaror in the Hi-Yah original film, FIST OF THE CONDOR, Jose talks with me about what continues to motiva…

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DanceTV

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DJ MIX #605 - Marcelina Wick (London, U.K.) 1:01:41

8M ago1:01:41

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Dance TV is proud to present DJ MIX #605 with the London based DJ, producer and Sticky Plastik label owner - Marcelina Wick. Her energetic though atmospheric mix takes us through a variety of electro and disco infused house tracks to stripped down yet groovy minimal acid landscapes of techno. Bomb!@marcelinawick @stickyplastik @belisabookingMarceli…

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Kung Fu Drive-In Podcast

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INTERVIEW: TONY SCHIENA, Martial Artist, Former Intelligence Operative, Actor, Director, THE WEAPON 34:14

8M ago34:14

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Martial artist, Former Intelligence/ Covert Operative, Actor, and now Director of the action film THE WEAPON, TONY SCHIENA joins me to chat about his career in and out of film, and how it has caused some too dub him a "real-life James Bond"! We also get into his latest film THE WEAPON which features his directorial debut with actors like Cuba Goodi…

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Chthonia

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Rusalka 43:41

8M ago43:41

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This week we look at the Rusalka, an elemental spirit from Slavic folklore. She is described either as spirit of forest and field or as a water spirit, though in both roles she is a "fertility wight," a being that brings water to the crops and fields. However, by the 19th century the Rusalka became the spirit of women who died unbaptized or as virg…

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DanceTV

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DJ MIX #604 - Stojche (Berlin, Germany) 53:48

9M ago53:48

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Dance TV is proud to present DJ MIX #604 with the Berlin based DJ, producer and Tangible Assets label owner- Stojche. His Skopje origins, a Macedonian city described by Derrick May and Juan Atkins as “the leading hub for Detroit techno on the Balkan Peninsula” and insatiable passion for vinyl records has led him to spending years behind the turntab…

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Chthonia

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Strzyga 47:41

9M ago47:41

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This week we take a foray back into Slavic folklore, with a look at the female demonic figure known as the Strzyga (or Striga, or Strega). These are creatures with a gray or bluish appearance that feed on the flesh and blood of humans, and are connected to the Roman "Strix", a bird of ill omen usually associated with the owl. They have two souls, t…

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Chthonia

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Pisacha 42:51

9M ago42:51

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Welcome to Chthonia's 100th regular episode! We look at the Pisacha this week--flesh eating demons of Hindu and Buddhist mythology. Lord Shiva is frequently attended by bhuta (ghosts) and pisacha; whatever else may be different about the conception of these beings, it is agreed that they have to do with anger. Whether they are viewed as angry ghost…

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