Professor Ulrike Beate Guérot ist eine deutsche Politikwissenschaftlerin und Publizistin. Sie ist Professorin am Departement Europapolitik und Demokratieforschung an der Donau-Universität Krems, und Gründerin des European Democracy Lab in Berlin. Sie beschäftigt sich mit der Zukunft des europäischen Integrationsprozesses und vielfache Buchautorin. "Der Fall Ulrike Guérot: Versuche einer öffentlichen Hinrichtung" ist gerade im Buchhandel erschienen! Die Politikwissenschaftlerin Prof. Ulrike Guérot im Gespräch mit Tom Amarque über das Versagen der Medien, den Niedergang der Friedensbewegung und der diplomatischen Lösungen, die Rolle der USA im Ukraine-Konflikt, und ihr neues Buch "Der Ausverkauf der Republik".

On gods and monsters.

Join our poetry Salon and Open Mic: https://parallax-media-network.mn.co/share/5hSLvQW7bNszFGEo?utm_source=manual About Chim Nwabueze: Chim Nwabueze is a New York poet currently living in France. He is the author of Experiments and Drafts (usu), Convergences (usu), Fenêtre Dissimulée (L'Harmattan), and Fanfares à couteaux tirées (L'Harmattan) as well as recordings of experimental music around the saw and guitar: Improvisations for saw and piano harp (with Sylvie Menta), Green Report 6 (with Tatsuya Nakatani), Near and Far: live at 7 lézards (with Joëlle Léandre), Duets to Rahsaan Roland Kirk (with Ramon Lopez, Leo Records) and Axis Drift: White Spider Silence.

A few years ago, I met Marianne Costa in a garden in Avon, France, along with a mutual friend who was on a pilgrimage to George Gurdjieff’s grave, located just around the corner from where I live. We had a fascinating conversation, during which she spoke insightfully about Tarot and her collaboration with Alejandro Jodorowsky, among other topics. Though I was impressed by her depth of knowledge, I remained somewhat indifferent toward Tarot at the time. A few years later, my wife gifted me The Way of Tarot, which Costa co-authored with Jodorowsky. It turned out to be the most practical and compelling book I had ever read on the subject, sparking a personal journey to explore the symbolism of the Tarot. It wasn’t until a few years after that, during a psycho-magic reading in a smoky bar in Paris, that I realized I had encountered Tarot symbolism before. Synchronicities abound! Bio: Marianne Costa, born 1966, holds a M.A. in comparative literature and is a renowned Tarot expert. She has published several books translated in various languages, among which : No Woman’s Land (novel, Grasset 2004), The Way of Tarot (with Jodorowsky, Inner Traditions 2005, German edition Windpferd 2008) and Metagenealogy (France 2011, USA 2014, a study of family as both a treasure and a trap, also with Jodorowsky).  She collaborates with institutions and museums as a symbology expert — most recently with the Guggenheim Collection in Venice and Accademia di Belle Arti in Palermo. Her last opus, an essay on Tarot’s history, symbolism and iconography Le Tarot pas à pas («Tarot step by step ») is already available in French, Spanish and Italian. Her polyfacetic carreer includes being a professional actress and singer, writing and translating poetry, novels and essays, and teaching groups worldwide in Tarot, transgenerational psychology and what she calls « healing fictions », an original technique that combine and surpasses therapy, self-development and artistic expression. She is the translator of Lawrence Ferlinghetti’s poetry in French. Her base is in Paris and she has been a passionate tango dancer and singer for the last decade. Homepage: https://www.parallax-media.com/ Academy: https://www.parallax-media.com/2024-courses-and-events Substack: https://parallax.substack.com/ Parallax Network: https://parallax-media-network.mn.co/share/ND8NVO1oMB3RjEyi?utm_source=manua

Luke Behncke, raised in rural Australia and a practitioner of Gurdjieff's system, engages in a deep dialogue with visionary philosopher Jordan Hall, who recently converted to Christianity. They explore the connections between Gurdjieff's teachings and contemporary Christian thought, highlighting the importance of a living faith and personal spiritual practices. The conversation touches on themes like parental vulnerability in child development, the duality of sleep in spiritual growth, and the tension between personal agency and spiritual connection, alongside the complexities of good and evil.

Zak Stein and Michael Gibson, co-founders of the 1517 Fund, delve into the transformation of education in the digital age. They discuss how AI and technology are reshaping learning, advocating for more accessible and community-driven models. The conversation explores the importance of personal interactions in education versus the rise of machine-generated content. They critique the current university system and highlight the need for innovative approaches to foster creativity and intrinsic motivation, challenging traditional educational values along the way.

Oliver Griebel, a German philosopher renowned for his work on the metaphysics of unity, dives deep into the interplay between individuality and universality. He explores concepts like duality and non-duality, offering fresh insights into spiritual traditions such as yoga and Buddhism. Griebel also tackles Nietzsche's 'will to power', clarifying its historical misinterpretations. The conversation encourages a nuanced understanding of individualism, highlighting the potential for unity amidst diversity, while poignantly addressing the challenges of international publishing.

Raven Connolly, a builder and artist in a global network, and Max Borders, a philosopher blending mysticism and digital culture, share insights about their upcoming London event. They discuss the need for decentralized communities to navigate political complexities and address socio-political tensions. The conversation highlights the fusion of modern spirituality with ancient traditions, emphasizing community rituals and the role of art in truth-telling. They advocate for pluralism and innovative societal structures to foster a new world amid changing cultural landscapes.

Leon Brenner, a Berlin-based psychoanalyst and expert in Lacanian theory, dives deep into the nuances of desire and the concept of 'lack.' He contrasts Lacanian and Freudian methods, revealing their implications for modern therapy, particularly in Europe. The discussion extends to the impact of culture on trauma and identity, urging a rethinking of traditional therapeutic practices. Brenner emphasizes the importance of embracing one's fragmented self for a genuine understanding of psychological balance, all while navigating the complexities of contemporary human longing.

Tom and Andrew talk about current projects, deep symbols and the Beatles.