This episode is part of our opening arc, “Between Signal & Synchronicity: The Art of Transmission”

Chris Kaplan welcomes director, playwright, and esoteric artist Emmanuel Martin Di Feliciantonio (“Manu”) for a wide-ranging conversation on the creative process, artistic accidents, “the creator’s frequency,” and the mysterious transmissions that shape great art. The two discuss their history of collaboration, the evolution of Lionel Phantom into his new play “4 to 7,” the interplay of discipline and inspiration, and why every artist is a midwife for the unknown.

Highlights & Topics:

• What is an esoteric artist? The ineffable, frequency, and the creative signal • The “creator’s frequency” and channeling inspiration • Art accidents, happy mistakes, and the power of not-knowing • Translating ideas across mediums: novels, plays, and film • The evolution from Lionel Phantom to “4 to 7” • Collaboration, synchronicity, and the signal • Discipline vs. inspiration: keeping creativity alive through life’s changes • The legacy of art in a digital age and the value of the physical • Art as alchemy: transformation, initiation, and letting go • Announcing “4 to 7” performance dates and upcoming projects

Featured Quotes:

“Esoteric art isn’t about the content. It’s about the expression of what’s in between—the frequency that connects us to something outside the obvious.”

“Accidents aren’t mistakes; they’re the truth of the moment. The creative process is a dance with the unknown, and sometimes the accident is the masterpiece.”

“We don’t control the signal, but we have the responsibility to tune in, to respond. The signal is coming to us, and all we can do is meet it.”

“Art is a living process—sometimes you have to let go of control and let the work become what it needs to be, even if it means surrendering your ego.”

Timestamps (approximate):

00:00 – 02:00 — Introduction and Guest Welcome 02:00 – 10:00 — What is an “Esoteric Artist”? The Ineffable, Frequency, and the Creative Signal 10:00 – 18:00 — PKD, Blade Runner, and the Transmission of Ideas 18:00 – 27:00 — Collaboration, Synchronicity, and the Birth of Lionel Phantom 27:00 – 36:00 — The Creative Signal, Accidents, and the Tapestry of Artistic Process 36:00 – 45:00 — Art, Technology, and the Value of the Physical 45:00 – 53:00 — Discipline, Inspiration, and the Dance of Time 53:00 – 65:00 — The Evolution of Lionel Phantom and Adapting Art Across Mediums 65:00 – 74:00 — Legacy, Letting Go, and the Magic of World-Building 74:00 – 81:03 — Upcoming Performances, Closing Thoughts, and Next Transmissions

Links & Resources:

• 4 to 7 at The American Theatre of Actors (NYC) • Emmanuel Martin Di Feliciantonio – Vaintino Filmworks (FilmFreeway) • Emmanuel Martin Di Feliciantonio on IMDb • Website: fromyondershore.com • Essays, newsletter, readings: fromyondershore.com/hermits-lantern/ • Instagram | YouTube: @fromyondershore

This episode is part of our opening arc, “Between Signal & Synchronicity: The Art of Transmission” Chris Kaplan is joined by transpersonal astrologer and author Eric Meyers for a deep dive into creativity, writing, and the spiritual dimension of authorship. Together they explore how inspiration strikes, how astrology reveals our unique relationship to the creative mind, and why the “big mind” is always seeking a channel. Chris and Eric also discuss the charts of legendary authors—from Philip K. Dick to Stephen King—unpacking the cosmic signatures behind literary genius.

Highlights & Topics:

• The “noösphere” and the myth of originality in writing
• Stephen King’s metaphor of the writer as an archaeologist
• How to use astrology (transits, planetary hours, the 12th house) to enhance inspiration
• The role of Uranus, Aquarius, and the collective mind in the creative process
• The difference between creative downloads and the editing process
• Tips for building writing momentum and avoiding creative self-criticism
• Chart readings and commentary: Philip K. Dick, Octavia Butler, Stephen King, Jack Kerouac
• The importance of ritual, intentionality, and sacred practice in creative work
• Navigating the shadow and alchemy of personal wounds through art

Featured Quotes:

“We are like nerve endings of a greater brain. Most of what we think is original is actually coming from a much larger, eternal mind.”

“Astrology gives us a map of our unique relationship to inspiration, and the timing of when we’re most open to receive it.”

“Inspiration often arrives instantaneously, already complete. The work is to ground it, to polish it, and to honor it without distorting it.” Timestamps (approximate):

00:00 – 02:00 — Introduction & Guest Welcome 02:00 – 08:00 — The Cosmic Brain: Where Do Ideas Come From? 08:00 – 14:00 — Stephen King, Channeling, and the Big Mind 14:00 – 21:00 — Astrology as a Map of Inspiration 21:00 – 29:00 — Flow States, Meditation, and Creative Ritual 29:00 – 36:00 — The Two Sides of Writing: Channeling vs. Editing 36:00 – 42:00 — Building Momentum and Avoiding Self-Criticism 42:00 – 52:00 — Chart Readings: Philip K. Dick, Octavia Butler, Stephen King 52:00 – 55:00 — Jack Kerouac, Vesta, and the Sacred Flame 55:00 – 56:54 — Closing Thoughts, Upcoming Projects, and Farewell

Links & Resources:

Connect with Eric Meyers: Website: soulvisionconsulting.com Notable works: – Astrology of Awakening (Volumes 1 & 2) – Elements and Evolution – Between Past and Presence – The Spiritual Dimension of the Beatles

Referenced in this episode: – Astrology of Awakening Series – The Spiritual Dimension of the Beatles – Philip K. Dick: VALIS – Stephen King: On Writing – Octavia Butler’s works – Jack Kerouac’s works

Chris’s Podcast & Resources: Website: fromyondershore.com

Essays, Newsletter, Readings: fromyondershore.com/hermits-lantern/

Instagram | YouTube: @fromyondershore

This episode is part of our opening arc, “Between Signal & Synchronicity: The Art of Transmission”

In this episode, Chris Kaplan is joined by visual artist and tarot creator Nat Girsberger for a conversation on the wild aliveness of the desert, the art of presence, and the creative process of making the Radiant Wilds Tarot. Together, they explore the role of liminal spaces in art, the dance between shadow and light, and the intuitive journey of creation. Nat shares insights on collage, visual storytelling, astrology, and why embracing the unknown is essential for creative flow.

Highlights & Topics:

• The magic and aliveness of the desert landscape
• How desert experiences inspire presence, intuition, and art
• The origin story and creative process behind the Radiant Wilds Tarot
• Art as a portal to liminality and transformation
• Embracing the shadow in art and tarot practice
• Collage, visual storytelling, and the tactile side of making art
• Astrology, cycles, and their influence on creative flow
• The vulnerability and power of sharing art publicly
• The surge of tarot and esoteric creativity in contemporary culture
• Synchronistic timing, book and podcast recommendations, and more

Featured Quotes:

“Creativity is a perpetual dance between ease and strength, light and shadow. It’s not about keeping them apart, but letting them move together.”

“For me, making art is about capturing the liminal spaces—the places in between, the magic that isn’t obvious but is always there if you pay attention.”

“There’s so much alchemical gold within the shadow. For the light to blossom, it needs the wisdom of the roots, the work done in darkness.”

Timestamps (approximate):

00:00 – 01:30 — Intro & Welcome 01:30 – 06:00 — Catching Up, The Magic of the Desert 06:00 – 12:00 — Desert Experiences & Inspiration 12:00 – 18:00 — Creating the Radiant Wilds Tarot 18:00 – 25:00 — Art Process, Tarot Philosophy, and the Shadow 25:00 – 32:00 — Astrology, Cycles, and Creative Flow 32:00 – 37:00 — Artistic Process, Collage, and Visual Art 37:00 – 40:00 — Publishing, Sharing Art, and Tarot’s Popularity 40:00 – 41:55 — Wrap-Up, Where to Find Nat, Final Thoughts

Links & Resources:

• Nat Girsberger’s website: natgirsberger.com
• Radiant Wilds Tarot/Rockpool Publishing: rockpoolpublishing.com/en-us/products/radiant-wilds-tarot
• Instagram: @natgirsberger
• Chris’s site: fromyondershore.com
• Essays, newsletter, readings: fromyondershore.com/hermits-lantern/
• Instagram | YouTube: @fromyondershore