Sitara Podcast
Sitara Podcast
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A bold and irreverent exploration of Freemasonry, esotericism, theology, and the hidden architecture of reality. With sarcasm as our ritual tool, we say what others won’t — revealing the sacred, the strange, and the subversive beneath every symbol. Hosted By H. Caleb Lara and Avi Nash, Produced by Jean Carlo All Master Masons.
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The podcast focuses on themes like the misconceptions of Freemasonry, the real demands of esoteric traditions, and the role of humor in spirituality. Episode examples include debunking common myths about Masonry, analyzing ancient symbols for modern relevance, and discussing the mystical inspiration behind the Sitara Grotto.
A bold and irreverent exploration of Freemasonry, esotericism, theology, and the hidden architecture of reality. With sarcasm as our ritual tool, we say what others won’t — revealing the sacred, the strange, and the subversive beneath every symbol. Hosted By H. Caleb Lara and Avi Nash, Produced by Jean Carlo All Master Masons.
Welcome to Episode 5 of the Sitara Podcast, where we step off the path of “love and light” and into the shadows we refuse to see.
In this episode, Caleb and Avi explore shadow work, fear, spiritual bypassing, and the hidden power of our darkness. Together, we discuss how the parts of ourselves we ignore often hold the keys to our growth and liberation.
From Jungian psychology to Masonic ritual, from chaos magick to daily self-reflection, we reveal why confronting your shadow is the missing piece for those seeking true initiation and inner power.
You’ll hear us reflect on:
- Why fear and the unknown are the first gates to self-mastery
- The shadow as a teacher, not an enemy
- How childlike courage and humility in initiation can unlock growth
- Practical ways to face your darkness and integrate your shadow
By the end, you’ll understand why avoiding the shadow leads to stagnation, and why embracing it leads to power, self-acceptance, and authentic freedom.
⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 – Opening Ritual & Introduction to Shadow Work
01:15 – Why Facing the Darkness Is the Hardest Step
04:03 – Talking to Your Younger Self and Apologizing to Your Shadow
06:45 – The Shadow as an Extension of You
08:00 – Hidden Qualities in the Darkness That Make You Whole
11:07 – Fear: The Real Enemy of Growth
13:25 – Facing the Unknown: Castles, Winding Stairs, and Life Decisions
17:00 – Masonic Initiation and Humility in the Face of Darkness
19:20 – Fear of Acceptance and Overconfidence in Life and Work
23:34 – Children and Fearlessness: What Adults Forget
26:15 – Trusting Intuition and the Human “Spidey Sense”
27:50 – Learning From Negatives and Refusing to Backtrack
29:08 – Timelines, Realizations, and Moving Forward
31:06 – Transformation Through Darkness and Chakra Openings
33:00 – Accepting Others Without Accepting Their Harmful Actions
35:18 – Humility and Growth in Masonry and Life
38:00 – Balancing Light and Darkness to Fully Understand Yourself
39:53 – Closing Reflections: Jumping Into the Shadows to Find the Truth
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