Parallax

Andrew Sweeny
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Sep 27, 2025 • 11min

Gazing out of the Abyss #3: Is money spiritual?

This talk is about money and capitalism, and it´s relationshiop to spirituality.Upcoming course: https://www.parallax-media.com/courses/phaenomenologyofwillAcademy: https://www.parallax-media.com/courses-and-eventsPublishing: https://www.parallax-media.com/parallax-booksSubstack: https://parallax.substack.com/ Parallax Network: https://parallax-media-network.mn.co/share/ND8NVO1oMB3RjEyi?utm_source=ma
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Sep 24, 2025 • 55min

Luke Behncke; Gurdjieff, Energy, and the Internet: Awakening in the Digital Age

A Conversation with Luke BehnckeGurdjieff spoke of hidden currents—of electricity, attention, and energy—long before our world was woven in wires and screens. In this dialogue, Luke Behncke explores how Gurdjieff’s uncanny vision can guide us to remain awake amidst the digital spell, and how the Internet itself may be seen as a field of forces demanding new forms of consciousness.👉Explore our library and courses with Luke: https://www.parallax-media.com/library
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Sep 23, 2025 • 11min

Gazing out of the Abyss #2: The culture war

With Tom Amarquewww.parallax-media.comThis talk is ostensibly about the culture war that is, to agreater or lesser extent, occupying all our minds right now. But I don’t wantto get lost in the political trenches. Instead, I’d like to shift thehorizontal axis to a vertical one and see what lies underneath.We can’t talk about the culture war without talking aboutfeminism, and we can’t talk about feminism without Carl Jung. Perhaps, intalking about the latter, we can shed some light on the former—or at leastbring in a parallax view. That may sound like a daring endeavor, but let’s gofor it and try to weave politics, psychology, and what we might call deepsociology together.
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Sep 14, 2025 • 12min

Us vs. the future

The question I want to pursue with this piece is: “How do we relate to the future?”Tom Amarque is writer, philosopher, podcast host, editor & publisher. His recent book is ‘Phenomenology of will’, which will also be subject to a online couse in November 2025. He founded the German publishing house Phaenomen-Verlag in 2009 and Parallax-Media in 2019. Tom currently lives in Palma, Spain. Contact him a tomamarque@yahoo.de
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Sep 3, 2025 • 59min

The Parallax View #164: Sympathy for the devil

For the Benefit of Mr. Kite.
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Aug 22, 2025 • 59min

The Path of the Wounded Hero: Becoming Homo Amor with Dr. Marc Gafni

Dr. Marc Gafni, a spiritual teacher and philosopher famed for his work on Unique Self, dives deep into the journey of the wounded hero. He explores how personal trauma can transform into strength, emphasizing the alchemical process of turning pain into love and service. The discussion navigates the interplay between spirituality and leadership, drawing lessons from mythic narratives like the Fisher King. Gafni also highlights the importance of storytelling in shaping our realities and how shared narratives can foster collective healing.
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Aug 13, 2025 • 49min

The Parallax View #163: Achilles goes to Washigton

The boys are back and continue to ramble about the deepest narrative structures of the west. Yihaa!
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Jul 7, 2025 • 1h 21min

Sweeny vs Bard #67 with Tim Pickerill and Turiyo Stojanov - Rangtong and Shentong

Join Turiyo Stojanov, a Vajrayana Buddhism expert with a passion for Zoroastrianism, and Tim Pickerill, a thought leader exploring deep philosophical concepts, as they dive into eclectic spiritual traditions. They discuss the contrasts between mountain solitude and urban practice, and the significance of community service in spirituality. Discover the complex philosophies of Rangtong and Shentong, as well as intriguing connections to Sufism and ancient alchemy. Prepare for a thought-provoking journey filled with mystical insights and philosophical debates!
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Jun 26, 2025 • 1h 48min

The Persian/Hebrew Axis | Alexander Bard, Marc Gafni, and Zak Stein

Join Alexander Bard, a Swedish philosopher and internet personality, Marc Gafni, an American spiritual teacher, and Zak Stein, an educator and social entrepreneur, as they engage in a riveting dialogue that merges philosophy, education, and spirituality. They challenge Eurocentric narratives by highlighting Persian and Hebrew influences, discuss the evolution of communal values against nihilism, and advocate for inclusive in-group dynamics. The trio navigates the complexities of religion's role in modern society while critiquing the impacts of technology on our collective consciousness.
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Jun 21, 2025 • 1h 53min

The Sacred Power of Story | Marc Gafni & Ilan McGilChrist moderated by Zak Stein.

In a captivating conversation, visionary philosopher Marc Gafni and psychiatrist Iain McGilchrist dive into the sacred power of storytelling. They explore how narratives shape our reality and values, blending ancient wisdom with modern neuroscience. The duo discusses the brain's hemispheres and their roles in narrative comprehension, alongside themes of identity, interconnectedness, and the cosmic journey of transformation. They emphasize how personal stories can heal society’s fragmentation, revealing the beauty in our brokenness and the divine potential within.

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