Podcast Summary: Nephilim Death Squad

Episode 219: North Star, Pillars & the Hidden Center w/ Symbolic Studies
Release Date: September 21, 2025
Hosts: Top Lobsta & David Lee Corbo ("Raven")
Guest: Mario from Symbolic Studies

Episode Overview

This episode explores how symbols, colors, and archetypes play a role in our understanding of reality, metaphysics, and spirituality—focused specifically through conspiratorial, Biblical, and esoteric lenses. Special guest Mario from Symbolic Studies shares his deep-dive expertise on symbolic language and the metaphysical traditions underpinning everything from fast-food logos to ancient mythologies, modern conspiracy, and secret societies. The hosts and Mario also discuss personal encounters with the paranormal, the relationship between art, spirituality, and the occult, and why a return to “the center” is essential for meaning in the modern world.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Mario’s Journey into Symbolic Studies

[05:25] – [08:56]

• Mario shares how his background as an artist and graphic designer led to curiosity about the meaning behind colors and icons, which evolved into collecting symbolic dictionaries and an immersive study of metaphysics, tarot, and astrology.
• "At some point, I realized that this study of symbolism is basically the study of metaphysics, actually, when you break it down." — Mario [07:25]
• Using symbolism has enhanced his art, design, and understanding of religion, conspiracies, and world events.

2. The Power and Meaning of Symbols and Colors

[10:42] – [22:29]

• Mario explains that everything in the world is symbolic—a bridge to the divine or higher reality, encoding archetypal truths.
• Colors hold symbolic weight and associations: red, yellow, and orange are seen as lower chakra colors connected to hunger, temptation, and commercial manipulation (e.g., fast food branding).
• The rainbow and the number seven symbolize completeness and are connected to metaphysical systems (chakras, days, notes in music).

Notable Quote

"Symbols are a bridge to the divine. That's how I personally see it." — Mario [10:52]

3. Polar vs. Solar Symbolism, the Center, and the North Star

[34:00] – [41:43]

• Mario highlights the distinction between ancient polar symbolism (focused on the North Star/Polestar and cosmic axis mundi) and modern solar symbolism (sun-centered worship and heliocentrism).
• The use of pillars in Freemasonry and other traditions conceals the importance of the "hidden" third pillar—representing the world axis or the symbolic center (the North Star)—which connects heaven and earth.
• "Whenever you have two pillars, symbolically, there's always a third pillar." — Mario [38:10]
• He also decodes album art (e.g., Michael Jackson's "Dangerous") to illustrate these themes.

4. Labyrinths, Ladders, and the Journey to the Center

[29:39] – [45:37]

• Mario unpacks the meaning behind labyrinths (circular, always drawing one to the center) as opposed to mazes (to keep you lost).
• The sevenfold journey—a recurrent theme in alchemy, mysticism, and sacred architecture—represents layers of self or spiritual ascent, akin to Jacob's Ladder or ascending chakras.
• Significant dreams often encode this symbolism, serving as metaphysical instruction or initiation.

Memorable Moment

"And then, of course, as I get older and you learn concepts of... Jacob's Ladder and how... this symbolically represents, what would you call it? Like, you know, these layers that you have to go inward to, to gain this, like you were saying, this sort of hidden medicine." — David [44:16]

5. Chariot Card, Cancer Symbolism, and Esoteric Metaphysics

[50:26] – [55:09]

• Mario discusses the Chariot card in the Tarot, how it encodes the idea of the unmoved mover (the person who remains centered while chaos surrounds), and relates cancer symbolism and rotation (counterclockwise—pulling to the center) to the axis of heaven (North Star).
• The four pillars or elements (earth, air, water, fire) are transcended by the fifth: spirit, or the center.

6. Obfuscation of the Sacred Center and the "Dark Age"

[55:09] – [63:31]

• The shift from polar-centered to solar-centered thinking marks a spiritual "fall"—or, in Mario's words, "man has fallen from grace," losing touch with their spiritual center and entering a dark age.
• The "center" is the missing key for a return to the future Golden Age.

7. Saturn, the Divine Feminine, and the Return of the Golden Age

[63:31] – [73:52]

• The hosts and Mario discuss how Saturn, rather than being only a masculine archetype, often represents the divine feminine, the "dark mother," and is related to the Kabbalistic Tree and the black cube of Mecca.
• The hope for a Golden Age (Age of Aquarius) is linked to a return of Saturnian, polar, or feminine symbolism and a worldwide reconnection with The Center.

Notable Quote

"...he says...the biggest difference between the last Golden Age and the present Dark Age... is literally the return of the center." — Mario [59:39]

8. Symbolism in Mass Media and Occult Art

[75:47] – [80:51]

• Why are esoteric symbols so prevalent in music videos, pop art, and installations? Mario asserts many are for the masses—but often lack the qualitative, sacred intention that gave them meaning in ancient times.
• Modernity's “reign of quantity” replaces sacred meaning with consumerism and surface-level content.

9. Paranormal Encounters: UFOs, Orbs & Entities

[83:40] – [115:13]

• Mario shares personal experiences with night vision goggles, witnessing triangular crafts (TR3Bs), orbs, and other unexplained aerial phenomena.
• Draws connections between the modern UFO/alien narrative and older demon/jinn/Nephilim frameworks, suggesting modernity has merely rebranded ancient ideas without understanding them.
• Interaction with these phenomena often leads to high strangeness or spiritual consequences.

Notable Quote

"What we're calling UFOs today, people called demons or fairies or whatever else, like way back in the day." — Mario [86:10]

10. Divination, Tarot, and the Spiritual Danger of the Unknown

[98:04] – [107:20]

• Mario explains his approach to tarot (and astrology): focused on synchronicity and spiritual development rather than simple fortune-telling or conjuring spirits.
• Strong caution about engaging in occult rituals or seeking contact with unknown entities: "People not knowing what they're doing and finding themselves in trouble." — Mario [104:25]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments (with Timestamps)

• "At some point, I realized that this study of symbolism is basically the study of metaphysics, actually, when you break it down." — Mario [07:25]
• "Symbols are a bridge to the divine. That's how I personally see it." — Mario [10:52]
• "Whenever you have two pillars, symbolically, there's always a third pillar." — Mario [38:10]
• "The main difference between the Golden Age and today is literally the loss of the center—of self, of family, of the world." — Mario [59:39]
• "What we're calling UFOs today, people called demons or fairies or whatever else, like way back in the day." — Mario [86:10]
• "I highly recommend everybody go and check it out, because it's ... another thing to understand that symbols are ..." — David [118:50]

Important Timestamps

• [05:25] Guest Introduction: Mario explains how he began his symbolic studies.
• [10:42] The nature and meaning of symbols and colors.
• [17:30] The metaphysical significance of the rainbow, number seven, and chakras.
• [29:39] Seven steps/layers to the center—labyrinths, self, and spiritual ascent.
• [34:00] Analysis of Michael Jackson's "Dangerous" album art and the encoding of esoteric symbolism (pillars, keystone, North Star).
• [41:43] How symbolism in dreams relates to metaphysical truths.
• [50:26] The meaning of the Chariot tarot card and the principle of the unmoved mover.
• [55:09] Rise of heliocentric (solar) worship—the spiritual dark age.
• [63:31] Saturn, the black cube, and the return of the divine feminine.
• [75:47] Esoteric symbols in modern music videos: for whom, and why?
• [83:40] Paranormal encounters: personal accounts of Mario’s UFO experiences.
• [98:04] Tarot as spiritual tool—not fortune-telling; the need for caution.
• [115:13] Entities, orbs, and their possible dangers—why consent and attention matter.
• [119:13] Where to find Mario’s work and final thoughts.

Additional Highlights & Recommendations

• Mario’s Symbolic Studies is recommended by the hosts as a valuable resource for those interested in metaphysical and symbolic research.
• Listeners are warned against diving unprepared into occult practices; even symbolic exploration should be approached with discernment and self-awareness.
• Practical advice: Seek to be present, to return to one’s spiritual or personal “center,” as a foundational method for navigating both mundane struggles and mystical exploration.

Where to Find Mario

• Website: symbolicstudies.com
• Platforms: Instagram, YouTube, Twitter — all linked from his website.

Tone & Style

The conversation is vibrant, irreverent, and highly intellectual, with hosts and guest interweaving pop culture, personal anecdotes, deep esoteric lore, and practical spiritual insights. There is frequent humor and playful banter alongside earnest explorations of the topics.

Recommended for listeners interested in:
Symbolism, metaphysics, astrology, the occult, Christian esoterica, UFOs, conspiracy, numerology, art and music interpretation, history of secret societies, and the search for meaning in a “fallen,” postmodern world.

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