About this episode

The episode explores the hidden roots of the occult and its resurgence among Americans, including Catholics, who unknowingly engage in New Age practices.

What if that “harmless” horoscope, tarot reading, or manifestation ritual is more than just a game? Millions of Americans – including Catholics – dabble in New Age spirituality without realizing where it comes from or why it’s forbidden. In this episode, Erika Ahern traces the hidden roots of the occult and explains why it’s making a comeback. Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

People in this episode

Guest: Erika Ahern

Topics covered

• occult
• New Age spirituality
• horoscopes
• tarot reading
• manifestation rituals
• Catholicism
• forbidden practices

Keywords

• occult
• New Age
• horoscope
• tarot
• manifestation
• Catholics
• spirituality

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: CatholicVote, Zeale

Books & works: The Deep

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