Satansplain

Why do so many people from Africa, especially Nigeria, mistakenly believe Satanists are the Illuminati? And that we're hiring? Satansplain investigates. Selected sources: - Nigerian church scams: https://www.forbesafrica.com/focus/2017/06/14/time-tax-nigerias-churches/ - The 419 Scam: https://www.newsweek.com/origins-nigerias-notorious-419-scams-456701 - USCIRF 2020 annual report: https://www.uscirf.gov/sites/default/files/USCIRF%202020%20Annual%20Report_42720_new_0.pdf 00:00 - Intro 00:50 - A special message to residents of Africa (especially Nigeria) 03:04 - Joining a Satanic organization will not guarantee you wealth 05:10 - We don't want you if you don't already understand Satanism 05:32 - We do not tolerate scams (and neither should you) 06:36 - We don't have branches/chapters and don't need them 08:23 - Summary 11:59 - Dealing with messages from Nigeria 15:51 - It happens offline too 17:11 - ...and is older than the Internet 18:07 - People conflating Freemasonry / Illuminati / Satanism / wealth 19:53 - Satanism and Freemasonry (and propaganda) 20:16 - Freemasons, the mythical Illuminati, and the defunct Illuminati 23:31 - The ironically Satanic take 24:52 - Why Nigeria? Some not-so-great explanations. 27:00 - "Mud huts" don't have the Internet, dummy 29:30 - The 419 Scam 37:54 - Nigerian "church" scams 42:33 - Why Nigeria? Some statistics 45:00 - Freedom of religion vs. state religion 46:00 - Religiosity in Nigeria 47:05 - Nigeria and language 47:55 - Nigeria GDP vs. Human Development Index 49:02 - Summary

Learn the truth about Satanic baptisms in this episode of Satansplain. Also, Bill shares his reflections on this past Halloween.

Church of Satan responds to Russia officials' call for the "desatanization" of Ukraine. Also, Bill summarizes his recent time as a guest on the nationally syndicated Coast to Coast AM radio show. Special thanks to Bogues; check out his music project Zogthorgven on Bandcamp.

Satanic ritual! Are too many Satanists rejecting its formal practice, based on misconceptions? Is it as daunting of a task as some newcomers to Satanism perceive it to be? Addressing the choice (not) to ritualize, plus Satanic Altar tools 101.

Satanic commentary on conservative Matt Walsh and anime. Also vandalism, "caring what people think", Satanic ritual, and more.

Bill thoroughly answers questions about Artificial Human Companions as well as objective reality, and expecially on how each relates to Satanism.

Hear a full, uncut 2016 interview from Harvard University radio on the topic of Satanism and the Church of Satan, covering the basics and beyond.

On this episode of Satansplain, I'll be answering several questions from YOU the listeners, regarding such topics as: being a closet Satanist in the corporate world, the Satanic Witch, eugenics, along with a bogus claim that never seems to die about about Anton LaVey, and finally some testimony on Satanism improving the lives of Satanists.

People who whine that the Church of Satan "does nothing" seem to have rather anti-Satanic ideas of what constitutes doing "something". I'll address this topic, along with finding fellow Satanists in the real world.

Atheism vs. Satanism is a topic that should be simple enough to understand, but all too often gets mangled by people who don't understand what one or both of the words mean. Hear responses to the most common questions and misconceptions on this topic.

How has social media affected Satanism and Satanists, for better or worse? Also, being Satanically mindful of indulgence versus compulsion in a modern world of overstimulation.

A look at the monumental big book "We Are Satanists" and the questions asked of members for the chapter "Voices of the Damned"! Also, the Satanic difference between believing mysticism and enjoying the bizarre.

What exactly is Luciferianism, and how does it really differ from Satanism? And why does the topic make less sense the more you try to read about it? Also, The Satanic Playing Cards, "Satanecdotes", recent podcast appearances, and a 3rd-side revisit to political "wokeness".

Recently a Christian apologist radio show host posted a list of "Seven Honest Questions For Atheists". Bill gives his answers, addressing some related topics along the way.

It's summertime! So why have so many clueless strangers on the internet been telling the Church of Satan to build a school? Learn about Satanic holidays and Satanic schooling in this episode of Satansplain.

A reminder that abortion is not a "Satanic ritual" nor a "Satanic sacrament". And more importantly, that there are more than two sides to an issue.

Debunking the lies about Satanism and the Church of Satan told in a certain little "Kidz Kwik Reference Guide" infographic that keeps being shared on social media. Suggested reading: https://churchofsatan.com/mirror-mirror https://churchofsatan.com/satanism-is-not-a-congregational-religion

Satanic dating sites: are they a good idea? The answer is...no! This and other tales of unreleastic Satanic projects are discussed on Satansplain.

Answers to some listener mail, including questions on active Church of Satan membership, dealing with non-Satanist relatives, and a question about Satanism and mental illness

Hear an informative discussion on Anton LaVey's "The Satanic Witch". Magister Bill answers some general interview questions (including the origins of "Dr. Schitz, PhD in Satanic Memes") and then joins Vesper Valen in exploring the book's many topics, including the LaVey Synthesizer Clock, 3 Layers of Personality, "ESP", the use of scent, the book's invaluable use to Satanic warlocks, and more. Special thanks to Vesper Valen (https://soundcloud.com/vespervalen) and also to Magister Gene (https://voxsatanae.com) for making this long lost 2016 recording available.

Satanism and politics: a topic that real Satanists have had to explain many times, yet bears repeating! Also, Bill replies to some listener mail. (Images courtesy of SchitzSatanicMemes.com)

Hear an in-depth examination on the differences between Satanism and Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Along the way we'll debunk the popularly false internet claims that the Anton LaVey's philosophy is nothing more than "Rand plus Ritual" (it's not), and that LaVey himself thought this (he didn't).

Satansplain looks at the Satanic virtue of comedy, celebrating the 666th episode of the long-running Satanic comedy podcast, The Devil's Mischief. Also, exploring the thin line between satire and reality with a look at the Babylon Bee.

The "Your Magic" podcast (also airing via "Morbid: The True Crime Podcast") interviewed Magister Bill but ended up misrepresenting Satanism and the Church of Satan. Thankfully that show's creator has since apologized and will issue a correction. Meanwhile, hear the facts along with the original uncut interview.

What IS Satansplain? Who is the host? What is a Satanic approach to questioning? Learn now on the debut episode of Satansplain!