Episode
Part Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
1:17:03
Published: Thu Aug 25 2022
Description
Robert is joined again by Jamie Loftus to continue to discuss Helena Blavatsky.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapters
The familiarity of local ads has the power to quickly bond individuals, just like Disney movies.
00:00 - 02:05 (02:05)
Summary
The familiarity of local ads has the power to quickly bond individuals, just like Disney movies. The speaker offers an example from their childhood, recalling a Texas Honda dealer's catchy jingle.
EpisodePart Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker reflects on how history books can give insight into the future, and how people often attribute vague things to historical figures.
02:05 - 04:33 (02:28)
Summary
The speaker reflects on how history books can give insight into the future, and how people often attribute vague things to historical figures.
EpisodePart Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
PodcastBehind the Bastards
A personal account of a childhood camp experience with occasional mention of historical events.
04:33 - 10:16 (05:42)
Summary
A personal account of a childhood camp experience with occasional mention of historical events.
EpisodePart Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Theosophy is a philosophical doctrine that was created in the late 19th century and was influenced by Buddhism and Hinduism.
10:16 - 20:18 (10:02)
Summary
Theosophy is a philosophical doctrine that was created in the late 19th century and was influenced by Buddhism and Hinduism. Its founder, Helena Blavatsky, claimed to have special knowledge obtained from a supernatural entity, which led to her becoming a prominent figure in the Spiritualist Movement.
EpisodePart Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
PodcastBehind the Bastards
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the controversial topic of spiritualism in theosophy and how it led one woman to question her beliefs after a supposed assassination attempt.
20:18 - 26:03 (05:45)
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the controversial topic of spiritualism in theosophy and how it led one woman to question her beliefs after a supposed assassination attempt.
EpisodePart Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Summary
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EpisodePart Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Maggie and Katie Fox created a hoax by simulating ghost sounds in their family's farmhouse, and eventually claimed to have communicated with spirits.
30:56 - 34:49 (03:52)
Summary
Maggie and Katie Fox created a hoax by simulating ghost sounds in their family's farmhouse, and eventually claimed to have communicated with spirits. Their actions led to the birth of the spiritualism movement.
EpisodePart Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The Weaver Girls was a YouTube channel created by three sisters who gained a large following for their storytelling and alleged communication with ghosts.
34:49 - 40:39 (05:49)
Summary
The Weaver Girls was a YouTube channel created by three sisters who gained a large following for their storytelling and alleged communication with ghosts. Eventually, their older sister saw an opportunity to monetize their success and this led to exposing their supposed "communication" as a hoax.
EpisodePart Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The spiritualism movement has been shaped by the works of Davis Swedenborg and Anton Mesmer which have been instrumental even in the current new age woo movement.
40:39 - 45:29 (04:50)
Summary
The spiritualism movement has been shaped by the works of Davis Swedenborg and Anton Mesmer which have been instrumental even in the current new age woo movement.
EpisodePart Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The second wave of spiritualism was a time of innovation and invention, but its history is written mostly by men even though women were the spiritual leaders.
45:29 - 50:08 (04:38)
Summary
The second wave of spiritualism was a time of innovation and invention, but its history is written mostly by men even though women were the spiritual leaders. Although presented as a religion backed by science, it is also a way for women to become the spiritual leader in America.
EpisodePart Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
PodcastBehind the Bastards
In this episode, the hosts discuss different types of grifts and scams, from classic cons to modern-day social engineering tactics.
50:08 - 54:28 (04:20)
Summary
In this episode, the hosts discuss different types of grifts and scams, from classic cons to modern-day social engineering tactics.
EpisodePart Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
PodcastBehind the Bastards
A podcast episode that includes discussions about firearms and an imagined paradise island reminiscent of Koh Tao while featuring the story of Helena Blavatsky's constant pain.
54:28 - 59:02 (04:33)
Summary
A podcast episode that includes discussions about firearms and an imagined paradise island reminiscent of Koh Tao while featuring the story of Helena Blavatsky's constant pain.
EpisodePart Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Emma Hardinge Britten becomes a kind of pot icon after her death as she was supposedly smoking hash during the seventies.
59:02 - 1:02:36 (03:34)
Summary
Emma Hardinge Britten becomes a kind of pot icon after her death as she was supposedly smoking hash during the seventies. However, she is also known for getting involved or rather, her image getting involved in the early marijuana, and Madam Blavatsky telling her about fighting and showing her scars.
EpisodePart Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Journalist and author Mary Gabriel joins the show to discuss the life of Madame Blavatsky, one of the founders of the occult movement in the late 19th century, and how her legacy still influences modern spirituality today.
1:02:36 - 1:08:52 (06:15)
Summary
Journalist and author Mary Gabriel joins the show to discuss the life of Madame Blavatsky, one of the founders of the occult movement in the late 19th century, and how her legacy still influences modern spirituality today.
EpisodePart Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
PodcastBehind the Bastards
This episode discusses the problematic portrayal of women in magic and spiritism, where they were often described using derogatory and objectifying language.
1:08:52 - 1:13:52 (05:00)
Summary
This episode discusses the problematic portrayal of women in magic and spiritism, where they were often described using derogatory and objectifying language.
EpisodePart Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
PodcastBehind the Bastards
This podcast episode discusses how Madame Blavatsky took advantage of people's lack of knowledge about eastern spirituality and invented stories to make people believe she had tapped into some secret knowledge.
1:13:52 - 1:18:35 (04:42)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses how Madame Blavatsky took advantage of people's lack of knowledge about eastern spirituality and invented stories to make people believe she had tapped into some secret knowledge. It also analyzes the compliments paid to her by writer Henry.
EpisodePart Two: Helena Blavatsky: the woman who inspired the Nazis, and Gwyneth Paltrow
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker mentions that some theosophists may be unhappy with a recent takedown of Helena Blavatsky, while showing indifference towards spiritualists in general.
1:18:35 - 1:20:15 (01:40)
Summary
The speaker mentions that some theosophists may be unhappy with a recent takedown of Helena Blavatsky, while showing indifference towards spiritualists in general.