

The Attack On Life and Understanding Our Times. A conversation with Iain McGilchrist and Mark Vernon
4 snips Apr 15, 2022
Iain McGilchrist and Mark Vernon discuss the impact of overweening bureaucracy and technologies of control on modern society. They explore the legacy of the Covid pandemic, the story modern humanity tells about itself, and fundamental matters like the reality of evil and the meaning of death. The conversation encourages a deeper awareness of nature, the sacred, and life in order to respond more imaginatively to our times.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Shift in Societal Values: Pleasure and Power Taking Over
03:16 • 9min
Reflections on the Dehumanizing Aspects of Modern Processes and Surveillance
12:41 • 4min
Bureaucratic Complexities in Mental Health Funding
16:36 • 8min
Embracing Intuition and Spiritual Essence in Human Evolution
24:09 • 13min
Exploring the Complexity of Evil and Ignorance
37:14 • 6min
Balancing Freedom and Discipline in an Evolving World
43:03 • 29min