Sacred Mechanics

Ever wondered what it’s like to film behind the scenes with artists like Tyler the Creator, Duke Dumont, GoldLink and Denzel Curry — or what it’s like to spend a week at Rick Rubin’s place… complete with alpacas?In this luminous, free-flowing conversation, Bel sits down with filmmaker Oliver Marshall, who shares stories from life on tour, on set, and the deep stuff in-between. What begins as a peek into the world of music and film quickly opens into something deeper — a conversation about intuition, creative energy, collaboration, and the invisible currents that guide great ideas into being.From childhood imagination to otherworldly encounters, from directing with purpose to wondering about the supernatural and the afterlife — this episode is a vivid ride through the landscape of creative consciousness.Whether you're a creative, a curious soul, or someone navigating your own journey of self-expression and spiritual awakening, this one is for you.🎬 About Oliver MarshallOliver Marshall is a renegade filmmaker with an eye for raw energy and a gift for storytelling that breaks the rules — sometimes even his own. With a camera in hand and intuition in his back pocket, he’s captured behind-the-scenes moments with artists like GoldLink, Denzel Curry, and Pusha-T, turning fleeting backstage chaos into compelling, cinematic content.Whether he's slipping into hidden corners of a tour or dreaming up new narratives on set, Oli brings an unmistakable presence to every project: sharp instincts, a collaborative spirit, and a fresh take that sets his work apart. Backed by production house Happy and already making waves, he’s one to watch.🔗 More from Oliver🔑 Key ThemesDirecting creative work with intuition and presenceThe art of collaborationTouring stories and behind-the-scenes momentsSupernatural experiences & spiritual insightsLetting go of ego to access flowThe mystery of where ideas come fromSource Energy, the beyond, and what creativity reveals🎧 Listen if you’re into:Creative flow and inspired directionBehind-the-scenes stories from the music worldIntuition as a creative compassThe mystical side of filmmaking and storytellingSpirit, soul, and the search for something greaterBooks mentioned in this episode:Catching The Big Fish: Meditation, Consciousness, and Creativity (David Lynch, 2016) https://amzn.to/42sKuDiThe Creative Act: A Way of Being (Rick Rubin, 2023)https://amzn.to/4cMV5N0The Artist's Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity (Jilia Cameron)https://amzn.to/42LMk19Also mentioned:The Secret Intelligence of Water. Visit Veda Austin’s site: https://www.vedaaustin.com/The CIA Gateway Experience - Here are some links. STAY TUNED ... Bel will find a way to collate this info and post it at SacredMechanics.com SOON!https://musicbrainz.org/artist/127a724f-6f90-4223-92bb-9c93721b552a/recordings🔗 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you love conversations that stir something deep.For more on creative consciousness and spiritual mentoring, visit sacredmechanics.com.#OliverMarshall #FilmmakingLife #BehindTheScenes #CreativeConsciousness #SacredMechanics #BelBare #PodcastInterview #MusicAndFilm #Intuition  #Storytelling #SpiritualPodcast #DirectorsLife #TylertheCreator #DenzelCurry #RickRubin #GoldLink #CreativeJourney #VisualStorytelling #ArtistTalk #PodcastVibes #LlamasAndLegends #documentary #Director #LifeAfterDeath

In this intimate early morning episode recorded by candlelight at 5 AM, host Bel Bare reflects on the nature of spirituality, the human tendency to create structures around spiritual experiences, and her own diverse spiritual journey spanning decades. Bel explores how growing her Sacred Mechanics business has prompted her to consider the challenges of putting form around spiritual processes, much like trying to structure creativity itself.Bel shares her progression from childhood spiritual experiences through Catholic education, Buddhism, New Age practices, witchcraft, and eventually to her current shamanic practice. She discusses how spiritual understanding deepens and transforms over time, noting that "to spirit, it's one formless, infinite breathing, living movement that's universal." Bel explains that shamanism emerged as a framework that honors human connection to all things, describing it as "a structure that helps humans understand so many facets of our capacity as spiritual beings." Throughout the episode, she contemplates the limitations of labels and modalities in capturing the formless nature of spirituality, suggesting that an eclectic approach might be a superpower for those whose spiritual explorations don't fit neatly into established categories."If you find yourself on this journey and you're not sure what to hold on to or learn because you're all over the place and your listening and learning habits are really eclectic. Maybe eclectic is your superpower."Connect With Sacred MechanicsLearn more about Bel's healing work, clairvoyance services, spiritual mentoring and education at Sacred Mechanics, and check out "Citizens of Eternity," her short film mentioned in the episode that includes channeled information.Recorded in Australia with the morning kookaburras providing the natural soundtrack to close the episode.#SpiritualJourney #Shamanism #Spirituality #SpiritualAwakening #SpiritualGrowth #SpiritualExperience

What if a novel could function like a spell or a shamanic journey? In this evocative episode, Australian author, artist, and spiritual mentor (and host of Sacred Mechanics podcast)  Bel Bare, unpacks the spiritual layers woven through her literary debut, Breaking the Girl. Set against the haunting backdrop of coastal Australia in the early ’90s, this coming-of-age novel pulses with hidden symbolism, emotional truths, and metaphysical clues for those willing to look deeper.Join Bel as she explores:🔮 The archetype of the orphaned heroine as a soul on the brink of awakening🌊 The forbidden house as a metaphor for the fractured psyche🌀 Grief as a portal to spiritual transformation🌬️ The storm as a necessary force of destruction and rebirth🕯️ Mysterious characters (like Nebraska) who serve as psychopomps or spirit guides🌊 Surf culture as a living embodiment of the wild, the liminal, and the sublimePart fairy tale, part psychic descent, part Surf-Gothic dream—Breaking the Girl invites readers to walk between worlds and reimagine fiction as a sacred rite.If you’re drawn to witchcraft, folklore, creative consciousness, soul journeys, or coastal mysticism, this conversation is your invitation to read between the lines.🖤 Listen now and ask yourself: Is this novel just a story… or a spell for remembering who you really are?Purchase a paperback copy of Breaking the Girl here: https://amzn.to/3EoeBCI or any good online bookstore.#shamanichealing #femaleshaman #spiritual #energyhealing #author #symbolism #witch #esoteric #mystical #australian

In this episode of Sacred Mechanics, I sit down with the brilliant Jennifer Higgie—writer, curator, and author of The Other Side: A Journey into Women, Art and the Spirit World—for a conversation that moves fluidly between the seen and unseen.We dive deep into her research on women artists who created in dialogue with the spirit world, often in defiance of the norms of their time. Along the way, we explore the liminal space where art meets mysticism—where dreams speak, marigolds hold meaning, and the veil between science and spirituality is at its thinnest.From Victorian séances to the Rosicrucians, from sleepwalking mystics to altered states of creation, Jennifer offers insights into how art has always been a form of spiritual inquiry. We talk about why so many women were dismissed as mad or magical, and how reclaiming their stories reshapes not just art history, but our understanding of consciousness itself.It’s a conversation full of curiosity, warmth, and wonder—a beautiful reminder that creativity is, and always has been, a portal to the other side.✨ Enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to follow or subscribe to Sacred Mechanics on your favourite platform.About Jennifer HiggieJennifer Higgie is an Australian writer, curator, and art historian based in London. Her latest book, The Other Side: A Journey into Women, Art and the Spirit World, explores the intersection of mysticism, creativity, and female agency through the lens of often-overlooked women artists. It is published internationally and was also the subject of a BBC Radio 3 series.• Explore Jennifer’s book to purchase here: https://www.jenniferhiggie.com/• Jennifer mentions Georgian Houghton’s book. Here’s a link to it at Archive.org https://archive.org/details/ChroniclesOfThePhotographsOfSpiritualBeingsThought Forms• Thought Forms: A Record of Clairvoyant Investigation by Annie Beant and C. W. Leadbeaterhttps://amzn.to/4icq0TKListen to Jennifer's BBC Essay series: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001323rFor more, including Bel's book list, please visit Instagram: @belbarewww.sacredmechanics.comwww.belbare.com🎥 Watch Bel's new, award winning, short documentary 'Citizens of Eternity' for free on YouTube.#shamanichealing #femaleshaman #spiritual #energyhealing #author #symbolism #witch #esoteric #mystical #australian #jenniferhiggie #theotherside #psychicmedium #channel #hilmaafklint #arttalk #spiritualart

In this inspiring and wide-ranging conversation, I sit down with British creative director Lisa Wrake to explore the beautiful (and sometimes bizarre) intersections between creativity, spirituality, and the corporate advertising world.Together, we unpack what it means to stay creatively alive in high-pressure environments, how spiritual insight weaves into professional life, and why UFOs, quantum physics, and Buddhism aren’t as far from the boardroom as you might think.From Close Encounters of the Third Kind to The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, Lisa shares how a lifelong sense of wonder has shaped her path—and how she stays connected to something bigger while navigating work, grief, and the creative process.We also reflect on the books that changed us, the subtle magic of intuition, and the role of consciousness in navigating both deadlines and the divine.✨ Enjoy the episode? Don’t forget to follow or subscribe to Sacred Mechanics on your favourite platform.Guest Bio: Lisa Wrake – Creative Director & Multi-Sensory StorytellerLisa Wrake has spent over 20 years crafting immersive brand experiences that blend animation, storytelling, and sound. From tour visuals for the Rolling Stones to red carpet events for TikTok, her work is driven by deep curiosity about the human experience. Currently at Jack Morton, a global experiential agency, she brings creativity and meaning to some of the world’s biggest brands.In this episode, Lisa and I explore the intersection of creativity, technology, and consciousness. We dive into the unseen forces that shape inspiration, the power of multi-sensory storytelling, and the deeper mysteries behind creativity.📚 Lisa’s Recommended Reads:🔹 Passport to Magonia – Jacques Vallée🔹 Fingerprints of the Gods – Graham Hancock🔹 The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying – Sogyal Rinpoche🔹 Biocentrism – Robert Lanza🔹 The Untethered Soul – Michael A. Singer🔹 How to Change Your Mind – Michael Pollan🎧 Plus: Druidcast – A fantastic podcast on Druidry & spiritualityBel mentions in this episode: Flow, the Secret to Happiness by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Audiobook available here:  https://amzn.to/4j9UIOPTED Talk here:https://www.ted.com/talks/mihaly_csikszentmihalyi_flow_the_secret_to_happiness?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshareFor more, including Bel's book list, please visit Instagram: @belbarewww.sacredmechanics.comwww.belbare.comWatch Bel's new award winning short documentary 'Citizens of Eternity' for free on YouTube.#shamanichealing #femaleshaman #spiritual #energyhealing #author #symbolism #witch #esoteric #mystical #magic #esoteric #ufo #mystery #graphicdesign #commercialart

In this playful and unexpected bonus episode, I sit down with my teenage daughter Astrid for a spontaneous conversation about energy healing, haunted mirrors, psychic readings, and dreams. With her sharp wit and open curiosity, Astrid offers a refreshing Gen Z lens on the mystical topics we love. Lighthearted, insightful, and just a little spooky—this is one for the heart.🎧 Listen if you’re curious about:What teens really think about psychic stuffA haunted mirror story (yes, it’s true)How we talk about dreams and intuition in our houseThe magic of intergenerational conversations🌟 Mentioned in this episode:Energy healing basicsDreams as subconscious messagesPsychic readings—how they work (and when not to take them too seriously)Why humour and mystery go hand-in-hand👩‍👧 About Astrid:Astrid is my teenage daughter, an artist and writer in her own right, and a brilliant conversationalist with a quick sense of humour. She’s been surrounded by spirituality her whole life—and this episode is a little glimpse into what that looks like through her eyes.🔮 Want more?Watch my short documentary Citizens of Eternity — now live on the Sacred Mechanics website. It’s a poetic, visual companion to the themes explored in my podcast.📲 Follow, like, share:If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, follow the podcast, and leave a review. Your support helps Sacred Mechanics reach more curious and creative souls.

In this special archival bonus from 2012, I take a deep dive into the Symptoms of Spiritual Awakening. Though the audio quality is a little raw, the message remains powerful. This episode explores the shifts—physical, emotional, and energetic—that often accompany deep spiritual transformation. From heightened intuition to unexpected life changes, I break down what these experiences mean and how to navigate them. A glimpse into my early teachings, this recording is a time capsule of wisdom that still resonates today.

As part of the Sacred Mechanics archive series, this bonus episode explores the intersection of spirituality and commerce—where intuition meets the material world. I dive into the delicate balance of staying spiritually aligned while navigating business, creativity, and success. Plus, I share an in-depth discussion on moon phases—how they influence energy, our daily life, and personal cycles. This is a rich, reflective episode with insights that remain just as relevant today.

As a special bonus, I’ve pulled a few recordings from my archive to share within Sacred Mechanics. Some of these have aged a little—expect a touch of texture in the audio—but the wisdom remains timeless.This episode, recorded in 2023 at home in Australia, opens with the sounds of birdsong from the bushland near my home—a fitting backdrop for a conversation about signs during spiritual awakening. I explore how these moments of synchronicity and guidance appear, sharing personal experiences and insights to help you recognise and trust your own.

Here, we explore the magic where creativity and spirituality collide. Join me as I sit down with artists, visionaries, and inspiring creators to uncover their stories—what drives them, how they find their flow, and the deeper connection behind their work. Whether you’re a dreamer, a doer, or simply curious, this is your space for inspiration, insight, and a spark of creative wisdom. Let’s get started!www.sacredmechanics.comwww.belbare.com