Creative Codex

Why do humans need art? Hidden within the answer to that question is a profound truth about the human experience. Join me as we travel around the world to narrow down three primary reasons why humans need art. In our quest for the answer we will explore Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel, the Game of Thrones TV show, the poetry of Emily Dickinson, Carl Jung's art therapy methods, Mozart's Requiem, and the visionary art of Alex Gray. Get your thinking caps on, this one's a bonafide deep dive. ---- To become a patron of this show, and access exclusive Creativity Tip mini-episodes, please visit: https://www.patreon.com/mjdorian ---- Visit the NEW Creative Codex Subreddit, and join the conversation: https://www.reddit.com/r/CreativeCodex/ ---- All the music in this episode was written & recorded by MJDorian except: 'Lacrymosa' from Mozart's Requiem, as conducted by Erich Leinsdorf. 'Game of Thrones Theme', snippet arranged for sampled instruments. ---- Creative Codex is written & hosted by MJDorian. For more art / music / content please visit: www.mjdorian.com/ Social media:  https://www.instagram.com/mjdorian/ https://twitter.com/mjdorian Contact: mjdorian@gmail.com Copyright 2020 MJDorian

Join me for an intimate sit down conversation with Danielle Eva Schwob, also known as the dark pop singer / songwriter: DELANILA. We discuss her songwriting process, misconceptions about creativity, the allure of having an artist persona, and writing a song inspired by Dostoyevsky. Danielle Eva Schwob is a composer, songwriter, music producer, and singer. Check out the music video premiere for her newest DELANILA single, The Philosopher, on CLASH Music: https://www.clashmusic.com/news/delanilas-the-philosopher-is-an-explosion-of-jealousy Also visit her website for all things DELANILA: https://delanila.com/ And YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI12-9vqNp1a97tI-5s_XQA/featured ________ Creative Codex is produced by MJDorian Become a patron of the show by visiting: https://www.patreon.com/mjdorian Thank you for your support!

Discover Carl Jung's digging method for reaching the imaginative unconscious through guided meditation. Learn about the cautionary notes and personal experiences. Dive into the process of immersing yourself in a digging meditation and explore the depths of your unconscious mind through continuous exploration, encountering beings, asking questions, and recording experiences.

In this episode we join Carl Jung as he meets Death, Satan, and his own soul. Join the journey as we deep dive with soundscape simulations of Jung’s visions, exploring the Archetypes, the Mundus Imaginalis, and Active Imagination.   This episode is the second part of Creative Codex's Red Book deep dive series. If you have not yet listened to Part 1 it is strongly advised you play Episode 11 first.  --------- A full transcript of this episode is available here: https://mjdorian.com/transcripts/ --------- Creative Codex is written & produced by MJDorian.  --------- Digging the show? Please consider becoming a patron at our Patreon page. Subscription perks include: exclusive Creativity Tip mini-episodes, early release previews and behind the scenes content. Visit: https://www.patreon.com/mjdorian  Thank you for your support!  --------- Original Music & Sound Design: MJDorian  For more art & music by MJDorian please visit: http://www.mjdorian.com/

Our view of failure is all wrong. It is not something to be ashamed of, it is something to embrace and learn from. Learning is the consolation prize of failure, which allows you to succeed the next time around. Listen to all the Creativity Tips on my Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mjdorian Written & Produced by MJDorian

On this episode we dive into one of the strangest and most enigmatic books ever written: The Red Book. This is a book so infamous that it was kept locked away for fifty years after Carl Jung's death, raising concerns that it might prove that the world renowned psychologist was actually insane. Is it a work of visionary creativity or divine madness? Let's find out. ---------- A full transcript of this episode is available here: https://mjdorian.com/transcripts/ ---------- To support the show and listen to exclusive episodes visit: https://www.patreon.com/mjdorian ---------- All music on this episode was written & produced by MJDorian. Creative Codex is written & produced by MJDorian.

In this mini-episode we will be exploring. . . your brain! I will guide you in bringing your body to a sleeping state, while your conscious mind is still awake and in control. This will allow you to explore a very special and unique point between waking & dreaming, which psychologists call the Hypnagogic State. We recently explored this idea in the Salvador Dali episode (Episode 7). And now you can try it out yourself! Caution: DO NOT attempt this meditation while driving or operating any machine, as the meditation requires you to close your eyes and will induce a state on the threshold of sleep. Creative Codex is written & produced by: MJDorian. More at http://www.mjdorian.com/

Our first Listener Q&A episode!!! So many compelling questions including: Are left handed people more creative? Was Nikola Tesla spiritual? How do you quiet the doubting voices in your mind? What was Frida Kahlo's life like after the accident? Is creativity a supernatural force? What is the nature of evil?  Ways to show your support for Creative Codex: - Send the show to someone who is as cool as you are. - Leave a review of the podcast on Apple Podcasts. - Support the show by becoming a Patreon subscriber, and receive exclusive Creativity Tip mini-episodes. (Tiers include $1 - $100.) •••••••••• For more MJDorian content: http://www.mjdorian.com/ Produced & Written by MJDorian

H.R. Giger is considered by many to be the most evil artist in history. Join us as we take a deep dive into the abyss where Giger's strange ideas are born. In this episode we also explore: how did Giger create a style so distinct that people see it as 'out of this world'?  To view artworks / photos related to this episode visit: http://www.mjdorian.com/codex/ If you'd like to support the show please leave a review of the podcast on iTunes. You can also become a Patreon supporter and get exclusive Creativity Tip mini episodes at: https://www.patreon.com/mjdorian Music by MJDorian Written & Produced by MJDorian

As NYC is in full heat wave mode, I sit down for an entertaining conversation with the contemporary artist: Clinton King. We discuss the origins of his distinctive style, the mysteries of the creative process, and the joys of getting lost. Tune in and grab a cold drink, it's gonna be a hot one. Find more Clinton King here: http://www.clintonkingart.com/ Follow Clinton on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clintonking_kingclinton/ Check out content related to the podcast: http://www.mjdorian.com/codex/ Written and Produced by MJDorian