Early Mormon Treasure Hunting with Nick Literski

Would Mormonism even exist without magical treasure hunting? This is an amazing question and a strange topic, and I am really thrilled that I get to explore this topic with my guest in this episode, Dr. Nick Literski!Dr. Nick Literski is an Adjunct Senior Lecturer in Psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies, and a professional spiritual guide. Nick holds a doctorate in Depth Psychology with Emphasis in Jungian and Archetypal Studies from Pacifica Graduate Institute, as well as a master’s in Spiritual Guidance from Sofia University and a Juris Doctor from the Northern Illinois University College of Law. Their research interests include depth psychological reflections on spirituality, magic, Paleolithic cave art, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Nick’s work has been published in multiple professional journals. Their recent book, Method Infinite: Freemasonry and the Mormon Restoration, was published by Greg Kofford Books in 2022.LinksThe Occult Influences on Mormonism with Nick Literski (What Magic is This?)All You Need to Know About the Infamous Morgan AffairHoliness to the Lord lamen and read more about it here.Method Infinite: Freemasonry and the Mormon RestorationDancing AncestorsDancing Ancestors on FacebookSupport me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arnemancyMentioned in this episode:The podcast is five years old!It's the podcast's 5th anniversary, and I want to celebrate with you! There are limited in-person tickets, but also a free YouTube livestream. Click the link for details!5th AnniversaryVisit Sword + ScytheSword + Scythe creates handmade materia magica, amulets, astrological talismans, and provides divinatory services under the auspices of Mars and Saturn. Visit at swordandscythe.comSword + Scythe