In today’s episode of A Pinch of Magick, I sit down with Geoffrey Van Wyke—astrologer, yoga teacher, actor, and fellow MA student in Magic and Occult Science.

We dive deep into his journey from theatre to astrology, his time working as a ghost tour guide in Salem, and how his spiritual awakening led him from atheism to a life of magick, movement, and planetary wisdom.

Geoffrey shares how a joke from a friend about the University of Exeter’s MA in Magic & Occult Science completely changed the course of his life—taking him across the Atlantic to study magick, astrology, and esoteric philosophy!

What You’ll Hear in This Episode

• From Acting to Astrology – How Geoffrey’s background in theatre and performance shaped his approach to astrology and storytelling.
• His Spiritual Awakening – The yoga training in Bali that transformed him from a proud atheist to an astrologer practically overnight!
• Salem, Witchcraft, and Ghost Tours – Behind the scenes of working in Salem’s haunted history industry and how commercialism has shaped modern perceptions of witchcraft.
• Astrology as a Tool for Understanding People – Why Geoffrey first turned to astrology to study character, personality, and relationships.
• The Magic of Storytelling – From King Arthur legends to astrology and esotericism, how myth and magick shape our cultural identity.
• Fate vs. Free Will in Astrology – Can astrology predict the future? Geoffrey shares his thoughts on how it works and what it can actually tell us.
• Using Astrology for World Events – How studying astrological transits led Geoffrey to anticipate the global upheaval of 2020 before it happened.
• How to Approach Astrology Without Getting Overwhelmed – His advice for beginners on learning astrology step by step.

Key Takeaways

• Astrology isn’t just about prediction—it’s about understanding the significance of a moment.
• A spiritual awakening can come when you least expect it—and completely shift your life trajectory.
• Salem is a complex mix of history, tourism, and modern witchcraft culture—not just a Halloween destination.
• Magick and storytelling go hand in hand—understanding myth helps us understand ourselves.
• Whether you believe in fate or free will, astrology gives us a language to make sense of the world.

Mentioned in This Episode

Geoffrey’s Acting Career – Including his role in the film GutterBug, a hard-hitting drama on homelessness and addiction.

His Work in Salem – Leading ghost tours and experiencing Salem’s unique blend of history and modern occult culture.

Esoteric Philosophers – The texts that changed his view on magick and spirituality during his MA studies.

2020 Predictions – How astrology helped Geoffrey sense major upheavals before they happened.

King Arthur, Myth, and British Folklore – How moving to the UK deepened his connection to historical magickal traditions.

Hotpod Yoga – The immersive heated yoga experience where Geoffrey now teaches.

About Geoffrey Van Wyke

Geoffrey Van Wyke is an astrologer, yoga teacher, actor, and storyteller who blends his passions for performance, esotericism, and movement. His work explores the intersection of myth, magick, and self-discovery.

Find Geoffrey Online:

• Instagram: @JeffVanWyke
• Acting Work: Watch him in Gutterbug, @Gutterbug
• Astrology & Yoga: DM him on Instagram for readings and classes.

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