Talks & Interviews
Voices in Conversation
Access recordings of radio appearances, documentary interviews, and talks by leading experts in the field.
Talks & Interviews
Access recordings of radio appearances, documentary interviews, and talks by leading experts in the field.
The interview archive at Mythosophia gathers voices that have spent decades exploring the symbolic landscapes of myth and the human psyche. These conversations range across the work of Jungian analysts, comparative mythologists, scholars of spirituality, and filmmakers who understand the power of story. Each recording captures a live exchange of ideas, where the spoken word carries the energy of genuine inquiry. Listeners are invited to sit in on dialogues that trace the hero's journey, the tension of opposites, and the ecstatic dimensions of religious experience. These are not polished lectures but living conversations, where insights emerge in real time and the depth of the material reveals itself through the interplay of question and response.
The talks featured here often take up the great archetypal themes that have shaped human consciousness across cultures. From the dark night of the sea to the winter solstice and the return of light, the speakers draw on mythological patterns that continue to resonate in contemporary life. Contributors include authors and thinkers who have written extensively on synchronicity, the spiritual dimensions of cinema, and the practice of yoga and meditation as paths to inner transformation. The recordings offer a chance to hear these figures think aloud about the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern psychological insight, making the material accessible to both newcomers and longtime students of myth.
Many of the conversations in this collection were recorded at live events, salon gatherings, and documentary productions that Mythosophia has hosted or participated in over the years. The atmosphere is that of a roundtable where curiosity is the only prerequisite. Topics range from the symbolism of Star Wars and the archetypal structure of the hero's journey to the mystical traditions of Patanjali and the cosmological reflections of David Bohm. The speakers bring their personal experience and scholarly rigor into the same space, creating recordings that feel immediate and grounded. These talks are meant to be listened to slowly, perhaps revisited, as each hearing may reveal new layers of meaning.
The interviews also reflect the community dimension of the Mythosophia project. Regular series such as the Thursday evening salons and seasonal gatherings around the equinox and solstice have generated many of these recordings. The conversations are not merely informational but are intended to entertain the depths—to engage the imagination as much as the intellect. Whether the topic is the archetypal meaning of a contemporary film or the ancient practice of yoga philosophy, the guiding principle remains the same: myth is a living language, and these dialogues are an invitation to speak it together. New recordings continue to be added as new voices join the ongoing conversation.
April 14, 2020
A reflection on the historic momentum of the Covid crisis, aired on KPFK 90.7 FM as part of Vanessa Valdez's regular series, Transforming Consciousness.
April 16, 2020
A deep exploration of mythology and psychology featuring the renowned scholar John Colarusso in a live virtual salon.
April 8, 2020
A virtual gathering with celebrated writer Chris Vogler and a panel of guests, reflecting on narrative and crisis.
Ongoing
A curated collection of lectures and conversations with depth psychologist Lionel Corbett, exploring psyche and myth.
Ongoing
Interviews and research outputs connected to the Joseph Campbell Research Group and related documentary projects.