Cannabis in Magical Practice – Talk

Join occultist and psychonaut Julian Vayne as he explores 'high' magic...

In this illuminating online talk, Julian examines the historical and contemporary use of cannabis in magical and spiritual practices. From ancient temples to modern ritual spaces, he traces the plant’s role as a sacrament, medicine and tool for altered states. Blending scholarship with lived experience, he delves into how cannabis has been used to expand consciousness, communicate with spirits and deepen ritual work across many cultures and centuries.  

Julian Vayne is an occultist with over 40 years' experience. A regular speaker at events, and facilitator of retreats and workshops, his work is informed by chaos magic, the Western Mystery Tradition, Wicca and eastern mysticism. He is a co-organiser of the psychedelic conference Breaking Convention, a founding member of the post-prohibition think-tank Transform, and sits on the academic board of The Journal of Psychedelic Studies. He facilitates psychedelic ceremony, as well…