Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"So God created man, made him his own image and put them above the angels. Jealous of man satan rebelled against God and was thrust down into into the pit." — Marcus Parks
"The demons and the evil spirits, they only have access to the predator natural world. They have no actual physical being themselves. That's why they, that's one another reason why they want to possess humans because they cannot actually have any sort of influence on the material world, unless they are hosted by a human body." — Marcus Parks
"The tortoise, because he played the long game of possession. He pulled this guy in through parapsychology, through astral possession, all of this, as the guy accepted more and more of these, the demon gained more and more control over this man's body." — Ben Kissel
The podcast episode begins by exploring the theological underpinnings of demonic possession, tracing its origins to Satan's fall from grace and rebellion against God. The narrative posits that possession is an attempt by demons to defile what is closest to God, specifically humanity, by perverting the concept of humaneness. The hosts discuss the idea that demons, having been created to serve man but rebelling, twist their original purpose, retaining intelligence and will to interact with humanity.
The discussion then shifts to potential psychological and neurological explanations for possession-like phenomena, drawing parallels with brain injuries, separated brain lobes, and the concept of multiple personalities. The theory of the brain's dual nature, with left and right hemispheres potentially housing distinct consciousnesses, is explored as a potential avenue for understanding possession. The episode further delves into specific case studies, including the controversial practices of Bob Larson and the deeply disturbing account of Richard Rita, a transgendered individual whose experiences are framed within the context of identity, societal acceptance, and a perceived demonic influence.
Finally, the episode examines the mechanics of exorcism, emphasizing the role of consent, the intense physical and psychological battles involved, and the priest's role as a proxy for the individual's spiritual fight. The hosts discuss how spirits refer to themselves collectively ("We are Legion") and the power attributed to figures like Jesus Christ as the ultimate exorcist. The episode concludes by touching upon the varied nature of demonic influence, from psychological manipulation to physical manifestations, and the ongoing debate about the source of these experiences – whether purely internal or influenced by external forces.