414: Idle Hour and the Royal Fraternity of Master Metaphysicians
Since it’s nearing Thanksgiving, Julia presents a hyper local cult that’s been fascinating her - The Royal Fraternity of Master Metaphysicians and their attempt to raise an Immortal Baby. That’s all we’re giving you. Buckle up. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of colonization, eugenics, cults, racism, fire, death, unequal sexual power dynamics, child endangerment, incarceration, and suicide. Housekeeping - Recommendation: This week, Amanda recommends the Reimagined newsletter at https://reimagined.news/ - Books: Check out our previous book recommendations, guests’ books, and more at https://spiritspodcast.com/books - Call to Action: Check out Wow If True! - Submit Your Urban Legends Audio: Call us! 617-420-2344 Sponsors - Blueland creates everyday eco-friendly cleaning productions that save you money and space, without any plastic waste. Get up to 25% off when you go to blueland.com/spirits. Find Us Online - Website & Transcripts: https://spiritspodcast.com - Patreon: https://patreon.com/spiritspodcast - Merch: https://spiritspodcast.com/merch - Instagram: https://instagram.com/spiritspodcast - Twitter: https://twitter.com/spiritspodcast - Tumblr: https://spiritspodcast.tumblr.com - Goodreads: https://goodreads.com/group/show/205387 Cast & Crew - Co-Hosts: Julia Schifini and Amanda McLoughlin - Editor: Bren Frederick - Music: Brandon Grugle, based on "Danger Storm" by Kevin MacLeod - Artwork: Allyson Wakeman - Multitude: https://multitude.productions About Us Spirits is a boozy podcast about mythology, legends, and folklore. Every episode, co-hosts Julia and Amanda mix a drink and discuss a new story or character from a wide range of places, eras, and cultures. Learn brand-new stories and enjoy retellings of your favorite myths, served over ice every week, on Spirits.