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Rendering Unconscious Podcast: Psychoanalysis, Art, Occulture, Politics

RU310: EMMALEA RUSSO ON COSMIC EDGES, PSYCHOANALYSIS, ASTROLOGY, CREATIVITY

Sep 16, 2024
Emmalea Russo, a talented writer and astrologer whose works have graced renowned publications, discusses her upcoming novel 'Vivienne' and its connections to art and cancel culture. She explores how astrology enriches creativity, blending it with psychoanalysis in her 'Cosmic Rigor' classes. The conversation delves into the living Earth concept, emphasizing our interconnectedness with nature. Russo also examines the significance of historical letters from Freud and Jung, making a case for alternative education through creative expression and community.
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  • Emmalea Russo's novel 'Vivienne' critically examines the impact of cancel culture and social media on women's lives and identity.
  • Russo's upcoming course 'Cosmic Rigor' explores the intersections of poetry, astrology, and art to enhance creative expression through occult influences.

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Exploring the New Novel 'Vivienne'

The discussion centers around Emily Rousseau's newly released novel, 'Vivienne', which explores the life of a canceled former artist living semi-reclusively in Pennsylvania. The narrative unfolds as she is thrown back into the spotlight by a series of ambiguous internet rumors. This surrealist work intricately weaves the characters' daily lives with the chaotic influence of online commentary and social media. Rousseau draws on her personal experiences with internet cancel culture to inform the novel's themes, making it a poignant reflection of contemporary issues surrounding women and their connections through digital platforms.

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