The Wisdom & Action Podcast Alexander Beiner is changing culture
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Nov 21, 2024 In this engaging conversation with Alexander Beiner, a cultural thinker and author of The Bigger Picture, listeners explore the urgent need for new frameworks to navigate our complex world. He shares his transformative journey, from the early influence of psychedelics on consciousness to co-founding Rebel Wisdom. The discussion highlights the importance of evolving cultural narratives and how storytelling can inspire collective change. Beiner also addresses the nuanced relationship between psychedelics and society, emphasizing meaningful experiences over commercialization.
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Alexander's Early Life and Writing
- Alexander Beiner, from a young age, felt compelled to write and became fascinated by psychedelics and consciousness.
- He combined these interests in a novel, worked in marketing, but continued writing, longing for long-form storytelling.
Rebel Wisdom's Purpose
- Rebel Wisdom, co-founded by Alexander Beiner, aimed to make sense of cultural phenomena like Brexit and Trump.
- They saw these events as sociological responses to shadows in progressivism, curating deep dives into complex issues.
Preference for Specific Frameworks
- People favor specific frameworks, often prioritizing left-brain, reductionist thinking over holistic understanding.
- This tendency hinders the ability to see the bigger picture and address complex issues effectively.