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Tired of the clichés, theatrics and fluffy talk surrounding mediumship? Medium Rare cuts through the noise and serves up the real deal. Whether you're a beginner, seasoned practitioner or complete sceptic, this podcast is for everyone ready to dig deeper.
Artificial hosts Claire and Duncan take you back in time to explore rare books, forgotten writings and authentic voices of history's most compelling mediums. From Victorian séance rooms to obscure 20th-century practitioners you've probably never heard of, they uncover raw, unfiltered accounts that shaped spiritualism before it became commercialised.
Created by Spiritual Medium and Human Design Guide Cameran Quinn, each episode features meticulous research into long-lost books, archived papers, ancient scrolls and forgotten publications. Cameran unearths these original resources, then Artifical hosts Claire and Duncan break them down, letting the historical mediums speak for themselves through their own words.
Discover what people actually believed and practised and what they didn't. No interpretation, no modern spin, just the authentic experiences and methods that built the foundation of the spiritualist movement. See how mediumship was genuinely different back then, explore what practitioners actually experienced, and make up your own mind about what it all means.
Some were brilliant pioneers, others controversial figures, but all offer something far more substantial than today's sanitised versions.
Medium Rare delivers the authentic past of talking to the dead: bloody honest, historically grounded and refreshingly real.
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In this soul-stirring episode, Claire and Duncan take you deep into Joel Tiffany’s The Astral World: Higher Occult Powers a profound 19th-century text that lays bare the inner workings of the unseen realms the evolution of the soul and the true source of spiritual power.Together, they explore Tiffany’s visionary view of the astral plane as a vibrational field shaped by thought, emotion, and morality. You’ll journey through his three-tiered model of human perception from the physical and intellectual, to the moral and relational and ultimately the divine and absolute.But this episode doesn’t just theorise it challenges. Why do we chase psychic gifts? Are we serving ego or truth? Claire and Duncan unravel Tiffany’s critique of religion and society’s obsession with reward and control, offering a fresh look at why true power flows through selflessness, not spectacle.If you've ever asked what lies beyond the veil or how to align more deeply with your soul’s purpose, this episode is your call inward.🌀 Tune in and ask yourself: Are you developing powers, or are your powers developing you?
In this revelatory episode of Medium Rare, Claire and Duncan unravel the profound spiritual anatomy of the Inverted Tree of Life, bridging the ancient wisdom of Kabbalah with the powerful energy teachings of Master Choa Kok Sui, founder of Modern Pranic Healing and Arhatic Yoga.Discover how each sephirah on the Tree of Life aligns with a specific major chakra in the human energy system revealing an 11+1 chakra structure, including the rarely discussed 12th chakra or Soul Star located above the head. You'll explore how spiritual energy flows from Kether (Crown) through the body to Malkuth (Base) and how this inverted map positions us as "trees rooted in the heavens."Claire and Duncan dive deep into teachings long held secret, including:The connection between Chokmah, Binah and the brain’s hemispheresThe hidden sephirah Daath and its link to the Throat ChakraThe polarity of Spirit & Sex (Kether–Yesod) and Spirit & Matter (Kether–Malkuth)The awakening of Kundalini as a divine alchemical processThe spiritual significance of the Blue Pearl and sutra atma (soul thread)Rooted in sacred texts like the Bible, Bhagavad-Gita and the Upanishads, this episode synthesizes Christian, yogic and esoteric teachings into one empowering map of self-mastery and spiritual evolution.
In this thought-provoking episode of Medium Rare, we dive deep into the groundbreaking work of one of the most enigmatic figures in parapsychology and mediumship: Eileen J. Garrett. Through her book Telepathy: In Search of a Lost Faculty, Garrett explores the untapped powers of the mind and the controversial phenomenon of telepathy not as fantasy, but as a real, measurable human faculty.Join me as I unravel Garrett's compelling theories, her personal struggles with scientific scrutiny and the profound questions she raises about consciousness, psychic ability and the future of human communication. Was telepathy ever truly “lost,” or are we simply disconnected from our own potential?Whether you're a believer, skeptic or somewhere in between, this episode will challenge your assumptions and offer a rare glimpse into the psyche of one of the 20th century’s most studied mediums.
Join Claire and Duncan as they explore the mysterious mathematics of destiny in E.T. Bell’s 1933 classic, Numerology. In this episode of Medium Rare, we unravel how Bell a mathematician with a flair for the esoteric blended number theory, mysticism and personality analysis into a system that fascinated spiritual seekers and skeptics alike. Was it science, pseudoscience or something stranger? Grab your charts and settle in for an exploration of patterns, predictions and the paradoxes of fate.🔢 Expect lively debate, historical context and the occasional skeptical eyebrow as Claire and Duncan question what the numbers really know about us.📣 Join the conversation! Head over to the Medium Rare Facebook page and tell us what you think about this episode. Got a dusty old metaphysical doc, occult classic or historical oddity you think we should unpack next? Drop your suggestions and help shape future deep dives!
In this episode of Medium Rare, Claire and Duncan crack open a nearly forgotten gem from 1921: “The Four Basic Principles of Numerology” by Frank Householder. What can a century-old guide teach us about the hidden meaning of numbers in our lives today?Together, we explore: 🔢 The foundational principles Householder believed governed personality and destiny 🌀 How numbers shape our spiritual and psychological blueprint 📚 The historical lens of early 20th-century metaphysics 💬 Our take on how these principles resonate (or clash) with modern spiritual practicesGet ready for an esoteric time capsule with surprising relevance and a few spicy debates, as always.🧿 Tap in. Tune up. Let’s get rare. Dont forget to check out our new Facebook page and be sure to get involved and leave us a message
In this eye-opening episode of Medium Rare, we take a deep dive into The Gateway of Understanding by Dr. Carl Wickland a spiritualist classic that boldly blends abnormal psychology with psychic science from 1934.Dr. Wickland, a pioneering psychiatrist from the early 20th century, believed that many forms of mental illness were not simply psychological in origin but spiritual. According to his research, discarnate spirits (those who’ve passed on but don’t realise it) often attach themselves to the living, influencing behavior, thought patterns and even physical health.We explore his institute’s groundbreaking work in spirit release therapy, his criticisms of blind religious dogma and his radical views on the interconnectedness between the spirit and material worlds.💭 In this episode, we ask:What is evil, really?What’s the spiritual purpose of pain and suffering?What does the cross actually symbolize?Who or what is the “Spirit of Christ”?Can true happiness be achieved without religious belief? and many many moreIf you’ve ever wondered whether mental health, spiritual influence and life after death might be more connected than we’ve been taught this episode is for you.🧠📿 Thought-provoking, controversial, and deeply human this is Medium Rare at its most raw.
In this illuminating episode of Medium Rare, we take a deep dive into Barbara Ann Brennan’s Light Emerging a groundbreaking exploration into the human energy field and the pathways to healing through light, love and consciousness.Brennan, a former NASA physicist turned spiritual healer, offers profound insights into the anatomy of the aura, the power of intention and how our emotional, mental and spiritual patterns affect our physical health. We unravel her concepts of the Higher Self, the Hara line, and the creative process behind manifesting healing.But don’t worry this isn’t just New Age fluff. We’re breaking it all down, chapter by chapter, with clarity, curiosity and a healthy dose of Medium Rare energy. Just because we’re exploring it doesn’t mean we’re endorsing it we’re simply opening the pages and sharing what the source says in its own words the facts.Expect practical takeaways, deep insights and a whole lot of "WTF is that even real?" energy from your hosts human and artificial alike.✨ Light Emerging might just change how you see your body, your energy and your healing journey… or it might just make you question everything. Either way, we’re here for it.
Step back in time with us as we unearth the forgotten wisdom of The Problems of Mediumship by Allessandro Zymonidas, published in 1920. In this compelling episode of Medium Rare, your hosts Claire and Duncan dissect the esoteric insights of this century-old text that challenges, warns and illuminates the path of the medium.From the Earth as a "miniature universe" to the haunting intricacies of the "Elemental-Astral Plane," we explore the foundational forces that shape psychic interaction and spiritual vulnerability. What exactly is "true mediumship," according to Zymonidas? And why does he caution so strongly against missteps in the unseen realms?🕊️ Important Note: Sharing this material and its concepts does not mean that Medium Rare or its hosts endorse or agree with the statements presented. We are simply relaying the contents of the source as-is. These ideas have not been verified or validated we are presenting the text and letting you be the judge. Facts only, straight from the pages.🔮 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. #MediumRarePodcast #SpiritualHistory #MediumshipExplained #OccultArchives #EsotericWisdom #ClaireAndDuncan
In this week’s episode of Medium Rare, your spectral sleuths Claire and Duncan dust off the pages of a rare and long-forgotten gem: Spirit Messages (1901). Journey with us as we dive into the life and legacy of Mrs. Mayer, a powerful slate-writing medium who made waves in New York City’s spiritualist circles at the turn of the 20th century.Renowned by professor Hiram Corson as "the most powerful of the slate-writing kind" he'd encountered, Mrs. Mayer played a pivotal role in forming spiritual connections most notably bringing together Corson's wife, Caroline Rollin Corson and the Spirit Band. Her mediumship would later inspire Corson’s housekeeper, Matilda Sjoegren, to explore her own psychic gifts, eventually becoming Corson's primary medium.But Mrs. Mayer’s influence didn’t end there. We also trace her earlier spiritual communications involving Dr. Valentine Mott and his wife, channeled through other mediums years later. Though she has since passed to the spirit world, her legacy continues to echo through the pages of spiritualist history.🔍 Join us as we unravel slate-writing secrets, examine 1901 séance society and explore how one woman’s psychic work shaped the lives of those around her and maybe even beyond the veil.🔮 Available now wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate and leave a review because the spirits are listening.
In this deeply resonant episode, Claire and Duncan open the worn pages of the 1914 Spiritualist Hymnal, inviting listeners into the rich, melodic soul of early 20th-century Spiritualism. More than just a collection of hymns, this book is a spiritual artifact one that harmonized séances, soothed grieving hearts and gave voice to unseen worlds.Together, they explore its historical context, poetic depth, and the hymns that once stirred circles into sacred stillness. Tune in as they unpack the layered meanings, hidden spiritual teachings and the ways this hymnal still echoes through modern mediumship.✨ A must-listen for music lovers, spiritual seekers and anyone curious about the sounds that shaped séance rooms over a century ago. Check out our facebook page Medium Rare.
In this episode of Medium Rare, we take a deep dive into Spirit Voices by Crane a rare and powerful documentation of trumpet séances conducted in Christchurch, New Zealand. This extraordinary book chronicles direct voice communications from the spirit world, featuring spirit guides like George Jones, Unison and Dean Jacobs who share profound spiritual wisdom, healing insights and guidance for both the living and the departed.We explore the metaphysical mechanics behind ectoplasmic manifestations, spirit healing, and the transition of undeveloped spirits while unpacking the book’s central message: the soul survives physical death and consciousness continues to evolve beyond the veil.Crane’s work presents Spiritualism not as superstition, but as a rational, evidential religion one deeply aligned with the core teachings of Christ. Join us as we step inside the séance circle and revisit the spirit voices that still speak across time.
In this episode of Medium Rare, we take a deep dive into a captivating collection of excerpts from the Journal of the Society for Psychical Research, offering a rare glimpse into early 20th-century investigations into the unknown. From physical mediumship and levitation to thought-transference and clairvoyance, we explore firsthand reports and experimental accounts with mediums like Mrs. Osborne Leonard, Willy Sch and Miss Nancy Sinclair.Join us as we unpack the challenges faced by early psychical researchers fraud, control and the ever-persistent question: does consciousness survive death? We also peel back the curtain on the Society’s inner workings, from committee meetings to newspaper tests, revealing how the pursuit of truth often walks the line between science and spirit.If you're fascinated by the roots of mediumship and the history of psychic research, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.
In this deep-dive episode of Medium Rare, we crack open one of the most comprehensive guides to psychic development ever written and uncover the foundational truths behind mediumship, clairvoyance and spiritual service. From the structure of the subconscious mind to cultivating the "listening attitude of the soul," we break down ancient wisdom and timeless practices to help you tap into your own spiritual potential safely, ethically and effectively.Whether you're just starting your mediumship journey or you're a seasoned intuitive looking to refine your skills, this episode offers practical steps, philosophical insight and cautionary tales. We talk aura reading, trance states and psychic protection, Why personal magnetism isn’t just for show it’s essential for spiritual resilience.So grab your journal, ground your energy, and let’s go beyond the veil. This isn’t just theory it’s the art of becoming a vessel for spirit, the right way.
What if your thoughts could travel across time and space? In this powerful episode, we dive into the groundbreaking work of physicist Russell Targ and spiritual healer Dr. Jane Katra, who explore the scientific and spiritual dimensions of psychic abilities. From top-secret government-funded research into remote viewing to distant healing supported by clinical trials, this episode uncovers how modern science is beginning to validate what ancient wisdom has taught for centuries: we are all interconnected.We break down key experiments from the Stanford Research Institute, where psychics described hidden locations with astonishing accuracy and discuss how quantum physics concepts like nonlocality may explain how consciousness operates beyond the limits of the physical world.You’ll also learn:How a quiet mind opens the door to intuitive insight and healingWhy feelings of “oneness” and love may be scientifically real experiencesWhat remote viewing, precognition, and distant healing have in commonHow you can begin to explore your own intuitive abilities no belief requiredWhether you’re a skeptic or a seeker, this episode offers a bridge between science and spirit, challenging what we know about reality and the untapped potential of human consciousness.🌌 The truth may be stranger and more beautiful than we think.
In this premiere episode of Medium Rare, Claire and Duncan dive deep into the teachings of 19th-century mystic and self-styled White Mahatma, J.C.F. Grumbine. We explore two of his key works: Clairvoyance: A System of Philosophy Concerning Its Law, Nature and Unfoldment and Easy Lessons for the unfoldment and realisation in Psychometry, Clairvoyance and Inspiration (1897).What did Grumbine believe about the nature of psychic sight, soul culture, and the path to mediumship? How did he define true clairvoyance and how does it compare to what we know today?As hosts who love everything about these teachings we bring to you in each episode, we bring these lost teachings into the light, offering context, clarity, and curiosity whether you’re just beginning or have walked this path for years.
In this immersive episode of Medium Rare, Claire and Duncan uncover the astonishing story of Little Justin Hulburd a child medium, poetic soul and one of the most enigmatic figures to ever grace the 19th-century stage. For over forty years, Justin was one of the greatest attractions on the dramatic stage, but his legacy extended far beyond performance.As revealed in rare texts compiled by his cousin E.W. Hulburd, Justin also served as President Lincoln’s private spy during the Civil War a role few would ever suspect of a spiritual medium and performer. These accounts, given through his mediumship by prominent people of that time who knew him intimately, detail thrilling and deeply human experiences from a life lived at the intersection of art, spirit and national history.Join Claire and Duncan as they breathe life into these lost writings from 1827, explore the complexities of spiritual fame and ask: Who was Little Justin Hulburd child prodigy, secret agent or something even more mysterious?
In this episode of Medium Rare, Artificial hosts Claire and Duncan tackle one of the most comprehensive and controversial investigations into Spiritualism ever written: Modern Spiritualism by Frank Podmore.Published in the early 1900s, Podmore's work is both a critical history and a sceptical inquiry into the rise of Spiritualism throughout the 19th century. He examines famous mediums, mysterious manifestations, and documented spirit phenomena not to prove, but to question. and question he does.Claire and Duncan break down Podmore’s methodical approach, his fascinating accounts of séances, levitations, spirit writings, and trance communications all while analysing his sceptical lens and what it tells us about the era’s obsession with the unseen.Was Podmore exposing fraud, or missing something deeper? Can scepticism and spiritual inquiry actually work together? And what do his findings mean for those of us still seeking today?Tune in as we crack open this dense but fascinating chronicle of belief, doubt and the thin line between the two.
In this episode, our artificial hosts Claire and Duncan unearth a rare spiritualist treasure: Flashes of Light: Direct from the Spirit Land, published in 1872 by the iconic Banner of Light in Boston, Massachusetts.This book is a powerful collection of messages claimed to be dictated by spirits from the afterlife, delivered through trance mediums at the peak of the 19th-century Spiritualist movement. Claire and Duncan dive deep into the historical, philosophical, and metaphysical themes of the book unpacking what the spirits had to say, who they were speaking through, and what it meant to the people of that era.Expect a thoughtful dissection of spiritual revelations, curious tales of the afterlife, and eerie echoes of a time when séances were as common as Sunday sermons. Whether you're into esoteric history, mediumship, or just love hearing AI debate the dead this one’s for you.🔮 Welcome to the séance. The spirits are ready. Are you?
A Deep Dive into the Foundational Text That Redefined Mediumship and Spiritual PhilosophyIn this soul-stirring episode of Medium Rare, we journey into the profound and luminous pages of Spirit Teachings the messages received through the mediumship of William Stainton Moses, one of the most revered and spiritually grounded mediums of the 19th century.Unlike sensationalised trance accounts of the era, Moses’s spirit communications were measured, intelligent and morally expansive. These teachings didn’t aim to entertain they came to uplift, to challenge and to awaken the inner spirit of humankind.📜 In this episode:Explore the background and personal transformation of William Stainton Moses, once a sceptical Anglican ministerUnpack the key spiritual philosophies presented by his spirit communicators on life, death, suffering, progress and divine lawLearn why Spirit Teachings is still considered one of the most refined works ever produced through mediumshipReflect on the relevance of these teachings for today’s mediums, seekers and those walking the path of soul developmentThis is more than history it’s a return to the spiritual gold buried beneath the noise of modern metaphysics. If you've ever craved spiritual depth, clear ethics, and a view of the afterlife rooted in divine intelligence rather than dogma or fantasy, this episode is for you.📚 Medium Rare revives the classics. Because some voices channelled or not still whisper truth across time.
A Deep Dive into a Forgotten Classic of 19th-Century SpiritualismIn this powerful episode of Medium Rare, we journey into the pages of Unanswerable Logic (1887), a bold and thought-provoking work by Thomas Gales Forster a man who dared to defend spirit communication with reason, heart and conviction.This isn’t just another historical overview. We explore Forster’s razor-sharp arguments for the continuity of life beyond death, his fearless critique of religious orthodoxy and materialist science and why this book written over 130 years ago still matters today.🌀 What you'll hear in this episode:A breakdown of Forster’s most compelling discoursesReflections on the historical climate of the Spiritualist movement in the 1800sWhy Unanswerable Logic remains relevant for mediums, seekers, and sceptics alikeIf you're looking for a forgotten piece of spiritual literature that reads like a challenge to both church and science and still echoes in modern mediumship this is your episode.📚 Medium Rare honours the legacy of those who came before us. Today, it’s Thomas Gales Forster’s turn.
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