Rendering Unconscious Podcast: Psychoanalysis, Art, Occulture, Politics

Welcome to Rendering Unconscious – the Gradiva award-winning podcast about psychoanalysis & culture, with me, Dr Vanessa Sinclair. https://renderingunconscious.substack.com Rendering Unconscious episode 346. Rendering Unconscious welcomes J.M. Hamade back to the podcast! They’re here to talk about their books Procession of the Night Theatre: An Exposition on the Lunar Stations (Revalore Press): https://amzn.to/3F4xkn0 and The Sun of Knowledge (Shams al-Ma'arif): An Arabic Grimoire in Selected Translation: https://amzn.to/4dvDGc9 Follow them on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/starnightdwell/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starnightdwell/ Jay discusses their book "Procession of the Night: Theater and Exposition on the Lunar Stations," which explores lunar mansions in Western magic, Arabic-Islamic culture, Vedic nakshatras, and Chinese astrology, emphasizing the shared meanings of stars across cultures and the concept of lunar stations as caravanserais. Jay also discusses upcoming workshops and classes, including participation in the 10th Viridis Genii Symposium. https://viridisgenii.com/jm-hamade/ Jay offers consultations and mentorships on esoteric astrology and star exploration. Visit their website. https://starnightdwell.com J.M. Hamade (starnightdwell) (they/them) is an author, researcher, artist, and educator based in New York City. Their work bridges contemporary creative modalities with archaic forms of knowing. Through practice as well as scholarly investigations their focus has been in the fields of lunar+stellar lore, non-European archeoastrologies, Islamic esotericism, Afro-diaspora traditions, and the dæmonic imagination. Be sure to check out our previous discussion: RU318: MAJD H. SAYED & J.M. HAMADE ON NON-EUROPEAN ASTROLOGIES, DJINN, THERAPY, TRAUMA, WAR ON LEBANON & GENOCIDE IN PALESTINE Thank you for listening to the Rendering Unconscious Podcast and for reading the Rendering Unconscious anthologies. And thank you so much for supporting this work by being a paid subscriber at the Substack. It makes my work possible. If you are so far a free subscriber, thanks to you too. Please consider becoming a paid subscriber to gain access to all the material on the site, including all future and archival podcast episodes. https://renderingunconscious.substack.com News and events: Sunday, May 11th – 'Eclipses, Dragon Gods, and World Snakes: The Serpent as Celestial Phenomena' with Spiritus Arcanum: https://spiritusarcanum.com/products/eclipses-dragon-gods-and-world-snakes-the-serpent-as-celestial-phenomena Beginning May 15th – 'A Starry Afterlife: Night Sky Explorations of Death and Resurrection' with Morbid Anatomy: https://www.morbidanatomy.org/classes/p/a-starry-afterlife-night-sky-explorations-of-death-and-resurrection-with-jm-hamade-begins-may-15 Beginning June 4th – 'Daemonic Doubles: The Twin, Shadow or Doppelgänger as Death and Inspiration' with Morbid Anatomy: https://www.morbidanatomy.org/classes/p/daemonic-doubles-the-twin-as-death-and-inspiration-with-author-jm-hamade-begins-june Beginning Sunday, May 25th, Dr. Vanessa Sinclair will be giving a 4-week online course via Morbid Anatomy Museum: The Cut in Creation: Exploring the Avant-Garde, Dada, Surrealism, Modern Art, Noise Music, and Performance Art through a Psychoanalytic Lens: https://www.morbidanatomy.org/classes/p/the-cut-in-creation-exploring-the-avant-garde-dada-surrealism-modern-art-noise-music-and-performance-art-through-a-psychoanalytic-lens-led-by-vanessa-sinclair-psyd If you would like information about entering into psychoanalytic treatment with me, joining the group I run for those who have relocated to another country, or have other questions, please feel free to contact me via vs [at] drvanessasinclair.net https://www.drvanessasinclair.net/contact/ Thank you.

Welcome to Rendering Unconscious – the Gradiva award-winning podcast about psychoanalysis & culture, with me, Dr Vanessa Sinclair. https://renderingunconscious.substack.com Rendering Unconscious episode 345. RU345: DR VANESSA SINCLAIR ON SCANSION IN PSYCHOANALYSIS AND ART IN THEORY AND PRAXIS https://renderingunconscious.substack.com/p/ru345-dr-vanessa-sinclair-on-scansion For the latest episode of Rendering Unconscious Podcast, I was interviewed about my book Scansion In Psychoanalysis & Art: The Cut In Creation (Routledge), and my ideas behind the project. You can order your own copy of the book Scansion In Psychoanalysis & Art: The Cut In Creation (Routledge) HERE: https://amzn.to/4jMubrj The book explores the intricate relationships between psychoanalysis and various art movements, particularly focusing on the avant-garde. The text is structured into several parts, each addressing significant themes and historical contexts that shaped both psychoanalysis and modern artistic expressions. Throughout the book, Sinclair employs the concept of scansion—a method of analyzing rhythm and structure—to draw parallels between artistic creation and psychoanalytic processes. She argues that both realms engage in a form of cutting or disruption that reveals underlying truths about human subjectivity. By focusing on fragmentation, the manuscript illustrates how both art and psychoanalysis seek to reconstitute identity and meaning in a world marked by chaos and change. In conclusion, Scansion in Psychoanalysis and Art: the Cut in Creationpresents a comprehensive examination of the dynamic interplay between psychoanalysis and art movements, emphasizing the transformative power of disruption and the continuous quest for understanding the self in relation to the world. Sinclair’s work invites readers to reconsider the significance of art as a vehicle for exploring the unconscious and the complexities of human experience. Thank you for listening to the Rendering Unconscious Podcast and for reading the Rendering Unconscious anthologies. And thank you so much for supporting this work by being a paid subscriber at the Substack. It makes my work possible. If you are so far a free subscriber, thanks to you too. Please consider becoming a paid subscriber to gain access to all the material on the site, including all future and archival podcast episodes. https://renderingunconscious.substack.com News and updates: I have a couple events coming up! Join me Saturday, May 10th, for an online workshop as I explore “Dreams as Art” with writer Emmalea Russo. We’ll be delving into dreamwork, artwork, psychoanalysis as a creative practice, and the varying relationships Freud, Jung, Lacan had with art. More info & register here: DREAMS AS ART: Freud, Jung, Lacan: https://emmalearusso.com/new-products/p/psychoanalysis-as-art-freud-jung-lacan Then beginning Sunday, May 25th, I’ll be giving a 4-week online course via Morbid Anatomy Museum: The Cut in Creation: Exploring the Avant-Garde, Dada, Surrealism, Modern Art, Noise Music, and Performance Art through a Psychoanalytic Lens: https://www.morbidanatomy.org/classes/p/the-cut-in-creation-exploring-the-avant-garde-dada-surrealism-modern-art-noise-music-and-performance-art-through-a-psychoanalytic-lens-led-by-vanessa-sinclair-psyd If you would like information about entering into psychoanalytic treatment with me, joining the group I run for those who have relocated to another country, or have other questions, please feel free to contact me via vs [at] drvanessasinclair.net https://www.drvanessasinclair.net/contact/ Thank you.

Welcome to Rendering Unconscious – the Gradiva award-winning podcast about psychoanalysis & culture, with me, Dr Vanessa Sinclair. https://renderingunconscious.substack.com Rendering Unconscious episode 344. Rendering Unconscious welcomes Susan E. Schwartz back to the podcast! She’s here to talk about her new book A Jungian Exploration of the Puella Archetype (Routledge, 2024): https://amzn.to/438dhMI RU344: SUSAN SCHWARTZ ON A JUNGIAN EXPLORATION OF THE PUELLA ARCHETYPE: https://renderingunconscious.substack.com/p/ru344-susan-schwartz-on-a-jungian Susan Schwartz discusses the Puella archetype, emphasizing its energy, creativity, and youthfulness often denigrated in society. She explains the archetype's association with the new moon and the concept of unfolding one's true self. Schwartz highlights the archetype's cultural variations and the need to update it for modern times. She critiques the patriarchal and Eurocentric aspects of the Puella and discusses its challenges, such as non-commitment and superficiality. Schwartz also explores the archetype's connection to social media, body image, and the importance of depth and authenticity in personal growth. Susan E. Schwartz, Ph.D was trained as a Jungian analyst in Zurich, Switzerland. As a member of the International Association of Analytical Psychology she has taught and presented at conferences and workshops in the United States and worldwide. She has several articles and book chapters on various aspects of Jungian psychology. https://susanschwartzphd.com Follow her at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanschwartzphd/ Check out our previous discussions: RU177: JUNGIAN ANALYST SUSAN SCHWARTZ ON THE ABSENT FATHER EFFECT ON DAUGHTERS RU278: SUSAN SCHWARTZ ON IMPOSTER SYNDROME AND THE ‘AS-IF’ PERSONALITY IN ANALYTICAL PSYCHOLOGY Thank you for listening to the Rendering Unconscious Podcast and for reading the Rendering Unconscious anthologies. And thank you so much for supporting this work by being a paid subscriber at the Substack. It makes my work possible. If you are so far a free subscriber, thanks to you too. Please consider becoming a paid subscriber to gain access to all the material on the site, including all future and archival podcast episodes. https://renderingunconscious.substack.com News and updates: I have a couple events coming up! Join me Saturday, May 10th, for an online workshop as I explore “Dreams as Art” with writer Emmalea Russo. We’ll be delving into dreamwork, artwork, psychoanalysis as a creative practice, and the varying relationships Freud, Jung, Lacan had with art. More info & register here: DREAMS AS ART: Freud, Jung, Lacan: https://emmalearusso.com/new-products/p/psychoanalysis-as-art-freud-jung-lacan Then beginning Sunday, May 25th, I’ll be giving a 4-week online course via Morbid Anatomy Museum: The Cut in Creation: Exploring the Avant-Garde, Dada, Surrealism, Modern Art, Noise Music, and Performance Art through a Psychoanalytic Lens: https://www.morbidanatomy.org/classes/p/the-cut-in-creation-exploring-the-avant-garde-dada-surrealism-modern-art-noise-music-and-performance-art-through-a-psychoanalytic-lens-led-by-vanessa-sinclair-psyd If you would like information about entering into psychoanalytic treatment with me, joining the group I run for those who have relocated to another country, or have other questions, please feel free to contact me via vs [at] drvanessasinclair.net https://www.drvanessasinclair.net/contact/ Thank you.

Welcome to Rendering Unconscious – the award-winning podcast about psychoanalysis & culture, with me, Dr Vanessa Sinclair. https://renderingunconscious.substack.com This week Rendering Unconscious welcomes Jack Black and Joseph Reynoso to the podcast! They’re here to talk about their book Sport and Psychoanalysis: What Sport Reveals about Our Unconscious Desires, Fantasies, and Fears (Lexington Books, 2024) https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781666938425/Sport-and-Psychoanalysis-What-Sport-Reveals-about-Our-Unconscious-Desires-Fantasies-and-Fears ... and new journal, Sport and Psychoanalysis. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/23311886.2025.2488200 RU343: JACK BLACK & JOSEPH REYNOSO ON SPORT & PSYCHOANALYSIS: WHAT SPORT REVEALS ABOUT OUR UNCONSCIOUS DESIRES, FANTASIES & FEARS https://renderingunconscious.substack.com/p/ru343-jack-black-and-joseph-reynoso Jack and Joseph discuss their book Sport and Psychoanalysis, detailing its origins and structure. They recount their early sports-related publications, exploration of psychoanalytic theory and sports, and mutual interest in Lacanian theory. Jack shares his background in sports science and sociology. They highlight the book's five sections: athletic body, coaching, fandom, identity, and play, featuring diverse sports and theoretical perspectives. They also mention the launch of a new journal, "Sport and Psychoanalysis," inviting submissions to further explore the intersection of psychoanalysis and sports. Joseph S. Reynoso is a psychoanalytic clinical psychologist in New York City, where he treats children and adults in private practice. He is also a provider for the National Basketball Players Association’s mental health and wellness program. Follow him at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-reynoso-a078771a/ Jack Black is Associate Professor of Culture, Media, and Sport at Sheffield Hallam University. An interdisciplinary researcher, Jack works across the disciplines of psychoanalysis, media and communications, cultural studies, and sport. Follow him at Twitter: https://x.com/jackstblack Academia: https://shu.academia.edu/JackBlack Check out our previous discussion RU324: JACK BLACK ON THE PSYCHOSIS OF RACE: A LACANIAN APPROACH TO RACISM & RACIALIZATION Thank you for listening to the Rendering Unconscious Podcast and for reading the Rendering Unconscious anthologies. And thank you so much for supporting this work by being a paid subscriber at the Substack. It makes my work possible. If you are so far a free subscriber, thanks to you too. Please consider becoming a paid subscriber to gain access to all the material on the site, including all future and archival podcast episodes. https://renderingunconscious.substack.com News and updates: I have a couple events coming up! Join me Saturday, May 10th, for an online workshop as I explore “Dreams as Art” with writer Emmalea Russo. We’ll be delving into dreamwork, artwork, psychoanalysis as a creative practice, and the varying relationships Freud, Jung, Lacan had with art. More info & register here: DREAMS AS ART: Freud, Jung, Lacan: https://emmalearusso.com/new-products/p/psychoanalysis-as-art-freud-jung-lacan Then beginning Sunday, May 25th, I’ll be giving a 4-week online course via Morbid Anatomy Museum: The Cut in Creation: Exploring the Avant-Garde, Dada, Surrealism, Modern Art, Noise Music, and Performance Art through a Psychoanalytic Lens: https://www.morbidanatomy.org/classes/p/the-cut-in-creation-exploring-the-avant-garde-dada-surrealism-modern-art-noise-music-and-performance-art-through-a-psychoanalytic-lens-led-by-vanessa-sinclair-psyd If you would like information about being in psychoanalytic treatment with me, or have other questions, please feel free to contact me via vs [at] drvanessasinclair.net https://www.drvanessasinclair.net/contact/ Thank you.

RU342: RON OKUAKI LIEBER ON THE LONG JOURNEY OUT, PSYCHOANALYSIS, PSYCHEDELICS & POETRY: https://renderingunconscious.substack.com/p/ru342-ron-okuaki-lieber-on-the-long Rendering Unconscious episode 342. Rendering Unconscious welcomes Ron Okuaki Lieber to the podcast! He’s here to discuss his book of poetry The Long Journey Out (2023). https://amzn.to/44Gsery Ron describes his journey from a restless youth to a career in psychoanalysis and poetry. He recounts a transformative psychedelic experience in his teens, which led him to explore literature and poetry. Lieber joined the Peace Corps in Costa Rica, where he deepened his interest in culture, language and the human condition. He later studied at Columbia University and then the Center for Modern Psychoanalysis. Lieber's poetry, influenced by formal training and personal experiences, is described as formal and crafted. He emphasizes the importance of the unconscious in both art and psychoanalysis, and his work reflects themes of longing and loss. Of Japanese and Jewish lineage, Ronald Okuaki Lieber was born in Tokyo. He grew up as an army brat, moving every year until the age of 14 when his parents settled in Petersburg, VA. He graduated from the College of William and Mary with a BS in Biology, then served two years as a Peace Corp volunteer on the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica. He returned to live in NYC and eventually graduated from the MFA Program at Columbia University. He later began psychoanalytic training at the Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies. After graduation, He became the Director of the institute and editor of its journal, Modern Psychoanalysis. He is currently in private practice and has completed training as a guide at the Center for Medicine Work in Philadelphia. https://www.ronaldokuakilieber.com He has a poetry reading May 8, 2025 at Unnameable Books, 615 Vanderbilt Avenue (located inProspect Heights, Brooklyn) at 7:00 with Todd Colby and Mitch Highfill, music by Flose & Aura. https://www.ronaldokuakilieber.com/events For those interested in entering into psychoanalysis with me, I provide remote psychoanalytic treatment online, as well as consultation services for those in psychoanalytic formation. For more information visit my website https://www.drvanessasinclair.net Feel free to email me directly at vs [AT] drvanessasinclair [DOT] net www.drvanessasinclair.net/contact/ News and updates: I have a few events coming up! Saturday, May 3rd, I’ll be giving an online talk on “Scansion in Psychoanalysis & Art” for Corpo Freudiano Vancouver. https://corpofreudianovancouver.com/event/scansion-in-psychoanalysis-and-art-with-vanessa-sinclair-psyd/ Join me Saturday, May 10th, for an online workshop as I explore “Dreams as Art” with writer Emmalea Russo. We’ll be delving into dreamwork, artwork, psychoanalysis as a creative practice, and the varying relationships Freud, Jung, Lacan had with art. More info & register here: DREAMS AS ART: Freud, Jung, Lacan: https://emmalearusso.com/new-products/p/psychoanalysis-as-art-freud-jung-lacan Then beginning Sunday, May 25th, I’ll be giving a 4-week online course via Morbid Anatomy Museum: The Cut in Creation: Exploring the Avant-Garde, Dada, Surrealism, Modern Art, Noise Music, and Performance Art through a Psychoanalytic Lens: https://www.morbidanatomy.org/classes/p/the-cut-in-creation-exploring-the-avant-garde-dada-surrealism-modern-art-noise-music-and-performance-art-through-a-psychoanalytic-lens-led-by-vanessa-sinclair-psyd Thank you for being a paid subscriber to Rendering Unconscious Podcast. It makes my work possible. If you are, so far, a free subscriber, thanks to you too. Please consider becoming a paid subscriber to gain access to all material on the site, including all future and archival episodes of Rendering Unconscious Podcast: https://renderingunconscious.substack.com

In this podcast episode, Carl Abrahamsson explores the concept of finding one's own path in life, emphasizing the balance between societal expectations and personal authenticity. Drawing on Daoist philosophy, he uses the metaphor of water, which flows effortlessly around obstacles, to illustrate the importance of adapting to one's natural inclinations rather than conforming to rigid structures. Abrahamsson argues that while traditions and systems can provide valuable guidance, they should not be mistaken for absolute truths. Instead, individuals should approach them with discernment and respect, understanding that their unique experiences shape their journeys. He highlights the significance of cultivating stillness, observing one's inclinations without judgment, and embracing paradoxes in life. The episode encourages listeners to practice non-attachment to outcomes and to develop a nuanced relationship with established frameworks. Ultimately, Abrahamsson asserts that the most authentic path arises not from rebellion or conformity but from a natural flow that honors one's true self while participating in the broader journey of existence. LINKS OF RELEVANCE CONTACT/SOURCE MAGIC MENTORSHIP & RUNACLES: carl AT carlabrahamsson DOT com NEWSLETTER/WEBSITE: https://thefenriswolf.substack.com THE FENRIS WOLF @ AMAZON: https://amzn.to/3AUS9iM CARL ABRAHAMSSON @ AMAZON: https://amzn.to/3CyEu1d PUBLISHER: https://www.trapart.net PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/vanessa23carl ART & CULTURE: https://anartapart.substack.com ABOUT CARL: https://www.carlabrahamsson.com MAGIC: http://www.societyofsentience.org VANESSA SINCLAIR: https://www.drvanessasinclair.net RENDERING UNCONSCIOUS PODCAST: https://renderingunconscious.substack.com

New at Rendering Unconscious! I just posted a talk on “The Vampire’s Gaze: Libido, Death Drive & the Nosferatu Legacy”. Watch the full episode here: https://renderingunconscious.substack.com/p/ru341-the-vampires-gaze-libido-death RU341: THE VAMPIRE'S GAZE: LIBIDO, DEATH DRIVE & THE NOSFERATU LEGACY WITH DR. VANESSA SINCLAIR https://renderingunconscious.substack.com/p/ru341-the-vampires-gaze-libido-death The discussion delves into the psychological aspects of vampires, particularly Nosferatu, through three pivotal films: Murnau's 1922 classic, Herzog's 1979 reimagining, and Eggers' 2024 version. Each film reflects contemporary psychological landscapes, highlighting the vampire's enduring role in exploring human desires and fears. Vanessa Sinclair, PsyD is a psychoanalyst in private practice, who works remotely online with people all over the world. For those interested in entering into psychoanalysis with me, I provide remote psychoanalytic treatment online, as well as consultation services for those in psychoanalytic formation. For more information visit my website https://www.drvanessasinclair.net Feel free to email me directly at vs [AT] drvanessasinclair [DOT] net www.drvanessasinclair.net/contact/ News and updates: I have a few events coming up! Saturday, May 3rd, I’ll be giving an online talk on “Scansion in Psychoanalysis & Art” for Corpo Freudiano Vancouver. https://corpofreudianovancouver.com/event/scansion-in-psychoanalysis-and-art-with-vanessa-sinclair-psyd/ Join me Saturday, May 10th, for an online workshop as I explore “Dreams as Art” with writer Emmalea Russo. We’ll be delving into dreamwork, artwork, psychoanalysis as a creative practice, and the varying relationships Freud, Jung, Lacan had with art. More info & register here: DREAMS AS ART: Freud, Jung, Lacan: https://emmalearusso.com/new-products/p/psychoanalysis-as-art-freud-jung-lacan Then beginning Sunday, May 25th, I’ll be giving a 4-week online course via Morbid Anatomy Museum: The Cut in Creation: Exploring the Avant-Garde, Dada, Surrealism, Modern Art, Noise Music, and Performance Art through a Psychoanalytic Lens: https://www.morbidanatomy.org/classes/p/the-cut-in-creation-exploring-the-avant-garde-dada-surrealism-modern-art-noise-music-and-performance-art-through-a-psychoanalytic-lens-led-by-vanessa-sinclair-psyd Thank you for being a paid subscriber to Rendering Unconscious Podcast. It makes my work possible. If you are so far a free subscriber, thanks to you too. Please consider becoming a paid subscriber to gain access to all the material on the site. https://renderingunconscious.substack.com

THIS WEEK on Rendering Unconscious Podcast! https://renderingunconscious.substack.com RU340: KATHERINE MARSHALL WOODS ON BLACK FILM THROUGH A PSYCHODYNAMIC LENS: https://renderingunconscious.substack.com/p/ru340-katherine-marshall-woods-on Rendering Unconscious welcomes Dr. Katherine Marshall Woods back to the podcast! She’s here to talk about her newest book Black Film Through A Psychodynamic Lens (Routledge, 2025). https://www.routledge.com/Black-Film-Through-a-Psychodynamic-Lens/MarshallWoods/p/book/9781032508399 Watch the full episode now at https://renderingunconscious.substack.com/p/ru340-katherine-marshall-woods-on Katherine Marshall Woods, Psy.D. is a media psychologist and licensed clinical psychologist in Washington, DC. She is a member of core faculty with The George Washington University Professional Psychology Program and is in private practice serving those with a history of trauma. Dr. Marshall Woods spearheads PsychMinded Media that affords her the opportunity to work with actors, screenwriters, producers, and directors and collaborate with film festivals in the US and abroad. Follow her at Instagram @psychmindedmedia https://www.instagram.com/psychmindedmedia/ As a bonus, this week I also posted our prior conversation, RU93: where Katherine joined me to discuss her book Best Psychology in Film (2018). https://amzn.to/3Eigh0m In this episode, Dr. Katherine Marshall Woods discusses her multifaceted career as a licensed clinical psychologist in Washington, DC, she teaches at GW University, supervises students, and conducting psychological assessments. Her book, "Best Psychology in Film," analyzes diverse Oscar-nominated films. With PsychMinded Media, she collaborates with filmmakers to ensure authentic portrayals of psychological dynamics. In this episode, she emphasizes making psychology accessible and discusses the impact of the current social crises on mental health, as this episode was recorded in 2020 during the height of the covid pandemic. She also highlights the importance of integrating personal and professional passions, drawing from her background in both psychology and the arts. Tune in now at https://renderingunconscious.substack.com/p/ru93-katherine-marshall-woods-on Join Emmalea Russo and Vanessa Sinclair for a free-associative workshop exploring psychoanalysis as art. DREAMS AS ART: Freud, Jung, Lacan, SATURDAY MAY 10th 11am ET - 2pm ET. https://emmalearusso.com/new-products/p/psychoanalysis-as-art-freud-jung-lacan Then beginning Sunday, May 25th, I’ll be giving a 4-week online course The Cut in Creation: Exploring the Avant-Garde, Dada, Surrealism, Modern Art, Noise Music, and Performance Art through a Psychoanalytic Lens via Morbid Anatomy Museum. https://www.morbidanatomy.org/classes/p/the-cut-in-creation-exploring-the-avant-garde-dada-surrealism-modern-art-noise-music-and-performance-art-through-a-psychoanalytic-lens-led-by-vanessa-sinclair-psyd For those interested in entering into psychoanalysis with me, I provide remote psychoanalytic treatment online, as well as consultation services for those undergoing psychoanalytic formation. For more information visit my website drvanessasinclair.net Feel free to email me directly at vs [AT] drvanessasinclair [DOT] net https://www.drvanessasinclair.net/contact/

Watch the video of this discussion here: https://renderingunconscious.substack.com/p/ru339-emmalea-russo-and-vanessa-sinclair Become a paid subscriber to Rendering Unconscious Podcast for access to all new and archived episodes: https://renderingunconscious.substack.com RU339: EMMALEA RUSSO & VANESSA SINCLAIR ON PSYCHOANALYSIS, DREAMS & LIFE AS ART Rendering Unconscious episode 339. Emmalea Russo is here to discuss her ongoing course PSYCHO-COSMOS and the upcoming workshop we are hosting together DREAMS AS ART: Freud, Jung, Lacan In this discussion we dive into Emmalea's year-long class, "Psycho Cosmos," which explores the intersections of psychoanalysis, astrology, and art. The class features visuals, slides, and conversations, and has attracted a diverse group of artists, astrologers, and psychoanalysts. We highlight synchronicities, such as references to Freud’s seminal dream “Irma’s Injection” and Louise Bourgeois’ spiders, and discuss the astrological significance of Neptune entering Aries. We discuss our upcoming workshop on Freud, Lacan, and Jung, and their relationship to art, where we’ll explore dreams and life as creative expressions, and artworks as mirroring dreamwork. I also mention my upcoming classes on avant-garde art and psychoanalysis at Morbid Anatomy, and love for encouraging independent research and diverse perspectives. EMMALEA RUSSO is a writer. She is the author of four books of poetry and her first novel, Vivienne, was published in 2024. She has taught at various institutions including Saint Peters University, Northeastern University, The Melbourne School of Continental Philosophy, and GCAS. She teaches classes independently on art, literature, psychoanalysis, and the occult and works with clients online via her private astrology practice. https://emmalearusso.com/ Join Emmalea Russo and Vanessa Sinclair for a free-associative workshop exploring psychoanalysis as art. DREAMS AS ART: Freud, Jung, Lacan, SATURDAY MAY 10th 11am ET - 2pm ET. https://emmalearusso.com/new-products/p/psychoanalysis-as-art-freud-jung-lacan Then beginning Sunday, May 25th, I’ll be giving a 4-week online course The Cut in Creation: Exploring the Avant-Garde, Dada, Surrealism, Modern Art, Noise Music, and Performance Art through a Psychoanalytic Lens via Morbid Anatomy Museum. https://www.morbidanatomy.org/classes/p/the-cut-in-creation-exploring-the-avant-garde-dada-surrealism-modern-art-noise-music-and-performance-art-through-a-psychoanalytic-lens-led-by-vanessa-sinclair-psyd For those interested in entering into psychoanalysis with me, I provide remote psychoanalytic treatment online, as well as consultation services for those undergoing psychoanalytic formation. For more information visit my website drvanessasinclair.net Feel free to email me directly at vs [AT] drvanessasinclair [DOT] net https://www.drvanessasinclair.net/contact/ As always thanks to Carl Abrahamsson for producing Rendering Unconscious podcast and book series. Follow him at Linktree: https://linktr.ee/CarlAbrahamsson The Fenris Wolf Substack: https://thefenriswolf.substack.com An Art Apart Substack: https://anartapart.substack.com The song at the end of the episode is “Spiraling colors” from the album “Things are happening” by Vanessa Sinclair and Pete Murphy. Available at Pete Murphy’s Bandcamp Page: https://petemurphy.bandcamp.com Our music is also available at Spotify and other streaming services: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3xKEE2NPGatImt46OgaemY?si=jaSKCqnmSD-NsSlBLjrBXA Image: Woman Leaving the Psychoanalyst, Remedios Varo, 1961

In the second episode of The Fenris Wolf Podcast, Carl Abrahamsson explores the evolution of contemporary occultism and the relationship between artistic creation and magic. He reflects on how historical occult practices were structured and hierarchical, contrasting them with the more fluid and individualistic approaches seen today. Abrahamsson notes that current societal chaos and instability have led to the rise of personal practices that blend various traditions, emphasizing adaptability and individual empowerment. He discusses the importance of collective action and personal development, suggesting that true change comes from individuals working on themselves as part of a larger interconnected web of transformation. He introduces the idea that the "Great Work" involves each person recognizing their role in the collective, working not in isolation but as part of a greater pattern. Abrahamsson emphasizes the transformative power of artistic creation as a form of practical alchemy, arguing that art can facilitate profound personal and societal change. He shares a story about a mentee who found healing through creating music, illustrating how artistic expression can encode intentions and emotions that resonate on a collective level. He encourages listeners to integrate artistic practices into their magical work as a way to harness this transformative potential. Ultimately, he posits that the merging of magic and art is key to navigating the challenges of modern life. https://thefenriswolf.substack.com