Speaking of Jung: Interviews with Jungian Analysts

Jan Bauer joins us from Montreal to discuss living and training in Zürich, the social impact of money, and the shadow side of charisma.

Pamela Power is a clinical psychologist and Jungian analyst in private practice in Santa Monica, California.Trained as a classical musician, she studied music history and theory at the University of California, Los Angeles and went on to become an accomplished cellist. After years of playing and teaching, she decided to study psychology and attended the California Graduate Institute where she received her Ph.D.After becoming licensed as a clinical psychologist, she entered the training program at the C.G. Jung Institute of Los Angeles where she received a Diploma in Analytical Psychology {which is the degree of a Jungian analyst} in 1987. She served as their clinic director, and later as their training director, and currently teaches and supervises in the analyst training program.A member of the Inter-Regional Society of Jungian Analysts, Dr. Power has articles published in the Journal of Jungian Theory and Practice, Psychological Perspectives, Spring Journal, and in the book, Shared Realities: Participation Mystique and Beyond, edited by Episode 6 guest Dr. Mark Winborn. She lectures nationally and internationally on a variety of topics including the religious nature of the psyche, the archetype of sacrifice, contemporary issues, music and film.Earlier this month she presented a lecture, Distillation of Feeling in Traumatic Times, followed by a workshop on greed and stealing, at the C.G. Jung Institute of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and they are the subject of our talk today.

James Hollis, a Jungian analyst and author with a rich background in literature and psychology, returns to share insights from his book, Living an Examined Life. He discusses the importance of personal identity and purpose in the second half of life, urging listeners to embrace self-reflection. Delving into themes of personal autonomy, breaking free from societal constraints, and understanding hidden motivations, Hollis encourages a journey of introspection. He also critiques modern culture's immaturity and advocates for meaningful maturation and spirituality.

Jungian analyst, author, and lecturer Stephen J. Foster, Ph.D. discusses the psychology of C.G. Jung, archetypes, alchemy, the Tarot, synchronicity, complexes, and the difference between a psychologist and a Jungian analyst.

Jungian analyst and author Jerome Bernstein discusses his book Living in the Borderland: The Evolution of Consciousness and the Challenge of Healing Trauma, syndrome vs. symptom, global climate change, what Jung's son Franz thought of his first book Power and Politics: The Psychology of Soviet-American Partnership, Jung's essay on collective dissociation and disorientation, how he sees Donald Trump, Jung's experience at Taos Pueblo, and what Jung told Miguel Serrano at the end of his life.

Dr. Sweeney summarizes the presentation he delivered for the 2017 Claire Bauza Lecture at the C.G. Jung Association of Central Ohio titled Dreams and the Dynamics of Transformation.

Zürich-trained Jungian analyst & author J. Gary Sparks returns to the podcast to discuss Jung's concept of synchronicity and von Franz's work on number & time.

James Hollis, a Zürich-trained Jungian analyst and author, dives deep into the psychological dynamics of relationships. He discusses the influence of birth trauma on emotional development and how it affects adult interactions. Hollis also explores the concept of the 'magical other' and the dangers of unhealthy projections in love. Additionally, he highlights the distinction between anxiety and fear, emphasizing the importance of authentic connections for personal growth. With personal anecdotes woven in, this conversation is both enlightening and thought-provoking.

Jungian analyst and author Nathan Schwartz-Salant, Ph.D. discusses his encounter with the Light, leaving science, his time at the Jung Institute in Zürich, and how his latest book, The Order-Disorder Paradox: The Hidden Side of Change in Self and Society, can help us deal with Donald Trump.

James Hollis, a Zürich-trained Jungian analyst and author, dives deep into the intricacies of the unconscious mind and its influence on behavior. He explores how psychological complexes shape our actions and perceptions, often leading to personal growth through self-awareness. Hollis discusses the tension between introversion and the joy of teaching, the fluid nature of personality types, and the profound difference between fleeting happiness and a fulfilling life. The conversation also touches on the psychological implications of political leadership and the journey toward authenticity amidst life's challenges.