Podcasts about bicameral mind

Consciousness and Dreams By Marcel Kuijsten“In The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind, Julian Jaynes discusses a variety of forms of evidence for the transition from a bicameral mentality to consciousness. The study of dreams provides another window through which to examine this transition. By extension, historical changes in the nature of dreams support the idea that consciousness is in a learned process based on language and not biologically innate. There is a common assumption that the nature of dreams has been consistent throughout recorded history, yet this is not the case. If we analyze the first recorded accounts of dreams and compare these accounts with modern dreams, we see a stark contrast. …”This essay originally appeared in The Jaynesian, Marcel Kuijsten & Brian J. McVeigh (eds.), Winter 2010, Volume 4, Issue 1.

Roberto Bottini is an Associate Professor at the University of Trento. We talk about his recent work on unusual cognitive maps in blind people, image spaces, metaphors, and he gives me some advice for writing successful grant applications.BJKS Podcast is a podcast about neuroscience, psychology, and anything vaguely related, hosted by Benjamin James Kuper-Smith.Support the show: https://geni.us/bjks-patreonTimestamps0:00:00: Roberto's background0:03:20: Start discussing Roberto's paper on altered grid cells in visually impaired people: theoretical background0:16:28: Methods & results: walking on a clock face / altered grid cells: fourfold symmetry0:47:48: Start discussing Roberto's paper on cognitive maps and image spaces (TiCS)0:52:05: Egocentric and allocentric perspectives0:55:27: Metaphors and analogies1:00:08: Tips for grant applications1:14:18: A book or paper that more people should read1:18:38: Something Roberto wishes he'd learnt sooner1:20:30: Advice for PhD students/postdocsPodcast linksWebsite: https://geni.us/bjks-podTwitter: https://geni.us/bjks-pod-twtRoberto's linksWebsite: https://geni.us/bottini-webGoogle Scholar: https://geni.us/bottini-scholarTwitter: https://geni.us/bottini-twtBen's linksWebsite: https://geni.us/bjks-webGoogle Scholar: https://geni.us/bjks-scholarTwitter: https://geni.us/bjks-twtReferencesAronov, ... & Tank (2017). Mapping of a non-spatial dimension by the hippocampal–entorhinal circuit. Nature.Bisiach & Luzzatti (1978). Unilateral neglect of representational space. Cortex.Bottini & Doeller (2020). Knowledge across reference frames: Cognitive maps and image spaces. Trends in Cognitive Sciences.Casasanto (2009). Embodiment of abstract concepts: good and bad in right-and left-handers. Journal of experimental psychology: General.Constantinescu, ... & Behrens (2016). Organizing conceptual knowledge in humans with a gridlike code. Science.Derdikman, ... & Moser (2009). Fragmentation of grid cell maps in a multicompartment environment. Nature neuroscience.Eichenbaum (2014). Time cells in the hippocampus: a new dimension for mapping memories. Nature Reviews Neuroscience.Gardenfors (2004). Conceptual spaces: The geometry of thought.Gentner (1983). Structure-mapping: A theoretical framework for analogy. Cognitive science.He & Brown (2019). Environmental barriers disrupt grid-like representations in humans during navigation. Current Biology.Horner, ... & Burgess (2016). Grid-like processing of imagined navigation. Current Biology.Jaynes (1976). The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind.Park, ... & Boorman (2021). Inferences on a multidimensional social hierarchy use a grid-like code. Nature Neuroscience.Sigismondi, ... & Bottini (2024). Altered grid-like coding in early blind people. Nature Communications.Stangl, ... & Wolbers (2018). Compromised grid-cell-like representations in old age as a key mechanism to explain age-related navigational deficits. Current Biology.Tolman (1948). Cognitive maps in rats and men. Psychological Review.Whittington, ... & Behrens (2022). How to build a cognitive map. Nature Neuroscience.

A Resurgence of Julian Jaynes' Theory of Consciousness By Peter Sellick Read by Michael R. Jacobs (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.theungoogleable.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VoidDenizen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠). Adam Mars-Jones begins his review of Alvaro Enrigue's “You Dreamed of Empires” (London Review of Books, Volume 46, Number 10) with the following: “Culture shock​ seems too mild a phrase to describe the arrival of Europeans in South and Central America. In his 1976 maverick classic, The Origin of consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind (its category speculative neurohistory, at a guess), Julian Jaynes proposes that, at the time Pizarro and his men reached them, the Inca didn't have full mental autonomy but only ‘protosubjectivity'. They functioned largely by a sort of automatism, acting according to unchanging patterns and ritual clues, able to absorb only slight disruptions to their routines, so that this was less a clash of civilisations than of mental structures.” This sent me scrambling for my old copy of Jaynes' monumental book that I read in the late 80s. Read the complete text from this episode here: https://www.julianjaynes.org/2024/08/16/a-resurgence-of-julian-jaynes-theory-of-consciousness/ Learn more about Julian Jaynes's theory or become a member by visiting the Julian Jaynes Society at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.julianjaynes.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Julian Jaynes Is Not for the Intellectually Fainthearted — But Breaking Jaynesian Psychology Down into Four Hypotheses Makes Things Easier By Brian J. McVeigh Read by Michael R. Jacobs (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.theungoogleable.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VoidDenizen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠). I first encountered Julian Jaynes's The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind almost 45 years ago. Though the book made sense to me, I could see why people would reject its arguments. Nevertheless I assumed that once carefully explained, people may not agree but would at least be able to discern a certain logic behind Jaynesian psychology. How naïve I was. Read the complete text from this episode here: https://www.julianjaynes.org/2022/06/07/julian-jaynes-is-not-for-the-intellectually-fainthearted/ Learn more about Julian Jaynes's theory or become a member by visiting the Julian Jaynes Society at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.julianjaynes.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Explore the fascinating world of ritual and animism in psychology! This in-depth look covers the evolution of human consciousness, psychotic experiences, and therapeutic approaches. From James Frazer's "The Golden Bough" to Julian Jaynes' bicameral mind theory, discover how our understanding of the human psyche has evolved. Learn about the changing nature of psychosis in America and how it reflects societal shifts. Dive into the works of Jung, Edinger, and Neumann to understand the role of animism in psychological development. Perfect for psychology students, therapists, and anyone interested in the intersection of spirituality and mental health.   #PsychologyOfRitual #AnimismExplained #ConsciousnessEvolution #PsychologyOfRitual #AnimismExplained #ConsciousnessEvolution #JulianJaynes #BicameralMind #JamesFrazer #GoldenBough #PsychosisInAmerica #JungianPsychology #TherapeuticApproaches #SpiritualPsychology #MentalHealthAwareness #CollectiveTrauma #SymbolicThinking #RitualHealing   What is the Psychology of Ritual and Animism? Ritual and animism are distinct but related concepts that offer insights into the workings of the emotional and preconscious mind. While they are often associated with religious or spiritual practices, they can also be understood as psychological processes that serve important functions in human development and well-being (Edinger, 1972; Neumann, 1955). Animism can be defined as the attribution of consciousness, soul, or spirit to objects, plants, animals, and natural phenomena. From a psychological perspective, animism involves "turning down" one's cognitive functioning to "hear" the inner monologue of the world and treat it as alive. This process allows individuals to connect with the preconscious wisdom of their own psyche and the natural world (Tylor, 1871). Ritual, on the other hand, is a structured sequence of actions that are performed with the intention of achieving a specific psychological or social outcome. In depth psychology, ritual is understood as a process of projecting parts of one's psyche onto objects or actions, modifying them, and then withdrawing the projection to achieve a transformation in internal cognition (Moore & Gillette, 1990). It is important to note that animism and ritual are not merely primitive or outdated practices, but rather reflect a natural state of human consciousness that has been suppressed or "turned off" by cultural and environmental changes, rather than evolutionary ones. This natural state can still be accessed through various means, including psychosis, religious practices, and intentional ritualistic behaviors (Grof, 1975). In times of extreme stress or trauma, individuals may experience a breakdown of their normal cognitive functioning, leading to a resurgence of animistic or ritualistic thinking. This can be seen in the delusions and hallucinations associated with psychosis, which often involve a heightened sense of meaning and connection with the environment (Jaynes, 1976). Similarly, many religious and spiritual traditions incorporate practices that deliberately induce altered states of consciousness, such as meditation, chanting, or the use of psychoactive substances. These practices can help individuals access the preconscious wisdom of their own minds and connect with the living world around them (Eliade, 1959). Even in secular contexts, engaging in intentional ritualistic behaviors, such as art-making, dance, or storytelling, can serve a similar function of integrating the emotional and preconscious aspects of the psyche. By creating a safe, structured space for self-expression and exploration, these practices can promote psychological healing and growth (Turner, 1969). James Frazer and "The Golden Bough" James Frazer (1854-1941) was a Scottish anthropologist and folklorist who made significant contributions to the study of mythology, religion, and ritual. His most famous work, "The Golden Bough" (1890), was a comparative study of mythology and religion that identified common patterns and themes across cultures. Frazer's work was influenced by the concept of animism, which had been introduced by Edward Tylor (1832-1917) as a primitive form of religion. Frazer saw ritual as a means of controlling the supernatural world through sympathetic magic, which operated on the principles of homeopathic magic (the belief that like produces like) and contagious magic (the belief that things that have been in contact continue to influence each other) (Frazer, 1890). The title of Frazer's work, "The Golden Bough," was a reference to the mythical golden bough in the sacred grove at Nemi, Italy. According to the myth, the priest of the grove had to defend his position against challengers, and the successful challenger plucked the golden bough and replaced the priest. Frazer saw this story as a symbol of the cycle of death and rebirth in nature and in human society (Frazer, 1890). Frazer's work was significant in highlighting the prevalence of animistic thinking across cultures and throughout history. He observed that many cultures engaged in practices that attributed consciousness and agency to natural objects and phenomena, such as trees, rivers, and celestial bodies (Frazer, 1890). While Frazer's interpretations of these practices were shaped by the ethnocentric assumptions of his time, his work laid the foundation for later anthropological and psychological studies of animism and ritual. By identifying common patterns and themes across cultures, Frazer helped to establish the comparative study of religion as a legitimate field of inquiry. However, Frazer's work has also been criticized for its reliance on secondary sources and its lack of fieldwork, as well as for its oversimplification and overgeneralization of complex cultural phenomena. His evolutionary view of human thought, which posited a progression from magic through religion to science, has been challenged by later scholars who emphasize the coexistence and interplay of these different modes of thinking (Tylor, 1871). Despite these limitations, Frazer's work remains an important touchstone in the study of animism and ritual, and his insights continue to influence contemporary debates about the nature of religion and the evolution of human consciousness. Julian Jaynes and the Bicameral Mind Julian Jaynes (1920-1997) was an American psychologist and philosopher who proposed a controversial theory about the evolution of human consciousness in his book "The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind" (1976). Jaynes argued that the human mind had once operated in a state of bicameralism, where cognitive functions were divided between two chambers of the brain. In this state, the "speaking" right hemisphere issued commands, which were experienced as auditory hallucinations, while the "listening" left hemisphere obeyed. Jaynes proposed that the breakdown of this bicameral mind led to the development of consciousness and introspection (Jaynes, 1976). According to Jaynes, the bicameral mind was a normal and universal feature of human cognition until about 3,000 years ago, when a combination of social, environmental, and linguistic changes led to its breakdown. He argued that the development of written language, the rise of complex civilizations, and the increasing use of metaphorical language all contributed to the emergence of self-awareness and inner dialogue (Jaynes, 1976). Jaynes' theory has been criticized for its lack of direct archaeological or biological evidence, as well as for its reliance on literary interpretation rather than empirical data. Some scholars have argued that Jaynes' interpretation of ancient texts and artifacts is selective and biased, and that his theory oversimplifies the complex processes involved in the development of consciousness (Wilber, 1977). However, Jaynes' work has also been praised for its originality and its interdisciplinary approach, which draws on insights from psychology, anthropology, linguistics, and history. His theory has inspired a wide range of research and speculation about the nature of consciousness and the role of language in shaping human cognition (Huxley, 1945). From the perspective of animism and ritual, Jaynes' theory offers an interesting perspective on the experience of "hearing" the world speak. The bicameral mind can be seen as a metaphor for the animistic experience of perceiving the natural world as alive and conscious, and of receiving messages or commands from a higher power (Otto, 1917). Jaynes himself drew parallels between the bicameral experience and certain forms of religious or mystical experience, such as prophecy, possession, and divine inspiration. He argued that these experiences reflect a residual capacity for bicameral cognition, which can be triggered by certain environmental or psychological factors (Jaynes, 1976). However, Jaynes also emphasized the differences between bicameral and conscious cognition, and he argued that the development of consciousness marked a significant evolutionary shift in human history. He saw the breakdown of the bicameral mind as a necessary step in the emergence of individual agency, creativity, and moral responsibility (Jaynes, 1976). While Jaynes' theory remains controversial and speculative, it offers a provocative framework for thinking about the relationship between language, consciousness, and the experience of the sacred. By highlighting the role of auditory hallucinations and inner speech in shaping human cognition, Jaynes invites us to consider the ways in which our mental processes are shaped by cultural and environmental factors, as well as by our evolutionary history. The Changing Nature of Psychotic Experience in America Research has shown that the content and themes of psychotic experiences in America have shifted over time, reflecting the underlying insecurities and forces shaping the collective psyche. Before the Great Depression, psychotic experiences were predominantly animistic, with people hearing "spirits" tied to natural phenomena, geography, or ancestry. These experiences were mostly pleasant, even if relatively disorganized. During the Depression, the voices shifted to being more fearful, begging or asking for food, love, or services. They were still not terribly distressing and often encouraged empathy. In the 1950s and 1960s, the voices became universally distressing, antagonistic, manipulative, and harmful. Themes of hierarchical control through politics, surveillance, and technology emerged. From the 1970s through the 1990s, technology, esoteric conspiratorial control, and the supernatural became the dominant content. Surveillance, coercion, and control were central features. These changes in the nature of psychosis reflect the evolution of collective trauma and the manifestation of unintegrated preconscious elements in the American psyche. As society shifted from an agrarian to an industrial and then to a post-industrial economy, the anxieties and insecurities of each era found expression through the content of psychotic experiences. Interestingly, UFO conspiracy theories have emerged as a prominent manifestation of these unintegrated preconscious elements in the modern era. These theories often involve themes of surveillance, control, and the supernatural, mirroring the dominant features of psychosis from the 1970s onwards. UFO conspiracy theories can be seen as a way for individuals to make sense of their experiences of powerlessness and disconnection in a rapidly changing world, by attributing them to external, otherworldly forces. The case of Heaven's Gate, a UFO religious millenarian group, illustrates this intersection of technology, spirituality, and psychosis. The group's leader, Marshall Applewhite, reinterpreted Christian theology through the lens of science fiction and technology, convincing his followers that their bodies were merely vehicles to be abandoned in order to ascend to a higher level of existence on a UFO. This tragic case highlights how unintegrated preconscious elements can manifest in extreme and destructive ways when left unaddressed. It is important to note that not all UFO experiences are indicative of psychosis, and conversely, not all psychotic experiences involve UFOs or conspiracy theories. In schizophrenia, for example, auditory hallucinations are the most common symptom, while visual hallucinations are relatively rare unless drugs or severe trauma are involved. UFO experiences, on the other hand, often involve a complex interplay of factors, including altered states of consciousness, sleep paralysis, false memories, and cultural narratives. Nonetheless, the changing nature of psychotic experiences in America highlights the profound impact that societal and environmental stressors can have on the preconscious mind. By understanding how these stressors shape the content and themes of psychosis, we can gain insight into the deeper anxieties and insecurities that plague the American psyche. This understanding can inform more comprehensive and compassionate approaches to mental health treatment, which address not only the symptoms of psychosis but also the underlying social and cultural factors that contribute to its development. Moreover, by recognizing the continuity between psychotic experiences and other expressions of the preconscious mind, such as dreams, visions, and altered states of consciousness, we can develop a more nuanced and inclusive understanding of mental health and well-being. Rather than pathologizing or dismissing these experiences, we can learn to approach them with curiosity, openness, and respect, and to explore their potential for insight, growth, and transformation. Ritual as a Psychological Process The work of anthropologists Victor Turner (1920-1983) and Robert Moore (1942-2016) has shed light on the psychological dimensions of ritual and its role in personal and social transformation. Turner's concepts of liminality (the transitional state in ritual where participants are "betwixt and between") and communitas (the sense of equality and bond formed among ritual participants) highlight the transformative potential of ritual. By creating a safe, liminal space for psychological exploration and change, ritual can help individuals process and integrate traumatic experiences and achieve personal growth (Turner, 1969). Turner argued that rituals serve an important function in helping individuals navigate the challenges and transitions of life, such as birth, puberty, marriage, and death. He saw rituals as a way of marking and facilitating these transitions, by providing a structured and meaningful context for the expression and transformation of emotions (Turner & Turner, 1978). Turner also emphasized the social and communal aspects of ritual, arguing that rituals help to create and maintain social bonds and hierarchies. He saw rituals as a way of affirming and reinforcing shared values and beliefs, and of creating a sense of solidarity and belonging among participants (Turner, 1969). Moore, in his books "King, Warrior, Magician, Lover" (1990) and "The Archetype of Initiation" (2001), emphasized the importance of ritual in modern society for personal development and social cohesion. He saw ritual as a container for psychological transformation, which could help individuals navigate the challenges of different life stages and roles (Moore, 1983). Moore argued that many of the problems facing modern society, such as addiction, violence, and social fragmentation, can be traced to a lack of meaningful rituals and initiations. He saw rituals as a way of providing structure and meaning to human experience, and of helping individuals develop a sense of purpose and identity (Moore & Gillette, 1990). Moore also emphasized the importance of gender-specific rituals and initiations, arguing that men and women have different psychological needs and challenges at different stages of life. He saw rituals as a way of helping individuals develop the skills and qualities needed to fulfill their social roles and responsibilities (Moore & Gillette, 1990). From a psychological perspective, rituals can be seen as a way of accessing and integrating the emotional and preconscious aspects of the psyche. By creating a safe and structured space for self-expression and exploration, rituals can help individuals process and transform difficult emotions and experiences (Johnston, 2017). Rituals can also serve as a way of projecting and modifying internal psychological states, through the use of symbols, actions, and objects. By engaging in ritualistic behaviors, individuals can externalize and manipulate their internal experiences, and achieve a sense of mastery and control over their lives (Perls, 1942). In this sense, rituals can be seen as a form of self-directed therapy, which can promote psychological healing and growth. By engaging in rituals that are meaningful and resonant with their personal experiences and values, individuals can develop a greater sense of self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-efficacy (Rogers, 1961). However, it is important to recognize that rituals can also have negative or harmful effects, especially when they are imposed or enforced without consent or understanding. Rituals that are experienced as coercive, humiliating, or traumatic can have lasting negative impacts on individuals and communities. Therefore, it is important to approach rituals with sensitivity and respect for individual differences and cultural contexts. Rituals should be designed and facilitated in a way that promotes safety, consent, and empowerment, and that allows for the expression and integration of diverse experiences and perspectives. Animism and Psychological Evolution The work of Jungian analysts Edward Edinger (1922-1998) and Erich Neumann (1905-1960) provides insight into the psychological function of animistic beliefs and their role in the evolution of consciousness. Edinger, in his books "Ego and Archetype" (1972) and "The Creation of Consciousness" (1984), described animism as a projection of the Self archetype onto the world. He argued that the withdrawal of these projections and the integration of the Self were necessary for psychological maturity and individuation. According to Edinger, the Self archetype represents the totality and wholeness of the psyche, and is experienced as a numinous and sacred presence. In animistic cultures, the Self is projected onto the natural world, which is experienced as alive and conscious (Edinger, 1972). Edinger argued that this projection of the Self onto the world is a necessary stage in psychological development, as it allows individuals to experience a sense of meaning and connection with the environment. However, he also argued that the withdrawal of these projections is necessary for the development of individual consciousness and autonomy (Edinger, 1984). Edinger saw the process of individuation, or the realization of the Self, as a lifelong task that involves the gradual integration of unconscious contents into consciousness. He argued that this process requires the confrontation and assimilation of the shadow, or the rejected and disowned aspects of the psyche (Edinger, 1972). Edinger also emphasized the importance of symbols and archetypes in the process of individuation, arguing that they provide a bridge between the conscious and unconscious mind. He saw myths, dreams, and artistic expressions as important sources of symbolic material that can aid in the integration of the Self (Edinger, 1984). Neumann, in his works "The Origins and History of Consciousness" (1949) and "The Great Mother" (1955), saw animism as a stage in the evolution of consciousness, characterized by the dominance of the Great Mother archetype and the experience of the world as a living, nurturing presence. Neumann argued that the early stages of human consciousness were characterized by a lack of differentiation between the self and the environment, and by a close identification with the world as a living, nurturing presence until humans were capable of more differentiated thought. Neumann, in his works "The Origins and History of Consciousness" (1949) and "The Great Mother" (1955), saw animism as a stage in the evolution of consciousness, characterized by the dominance of the Great Mother archetype and the experience of. Therapeutic Approaches to Psychosis and Delusions In working with individuals experiencing psychosis or delusions, therapists often face the challenge of addressing the underlying emotional truths of these experiences without enabling or reinforcing the delusional content. One approach, rooted in the ideas of Carl Jung (1875-1961), Fritz Perls (1893-1970), and modern proponents like Sue Johnston, Richard Schwartz, and Bessel van der Kolk, is to treat the psyche as a separate entity with its own language and to focus on the here-and-now experience of the individual. Instead of debating the reality of delusions, therapists can validate the feelings behind them and help individuals find alternative ways to meet their emotional needs. For example, a therapist might say, "You feel alone and persecuted. That must feel terrible. What do you need to feel better?" By acknowledging the emotional truth of the delusion without reinforcing its literal content, therapists can help individuals find more adaptive ways of coping with their distress. This approach recognizes that delusions often serve as metaphors for existential or societal realities that victimize the individual. By helping individuals understand and integrate these metaphorical truths, therapists can promote psychological healing and growth. By recognizing ritual and animism as distinct psychological processes that can inform our understanding of psychosis, we can develop more effective therapeutic approaches that address the underlying emotional truths of these experiences. Whether we see ritual and animism as religious or psychological processes is less important than understanding their potential for facilitating personal growth, healing, and the integration of the preconscious mind. Bibliography Brewster, F. (2020). African Americans and Jungian Psychology: Leaving the Shadows. 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Greetings, dear listeners! Welcome to the fifth episode of our second season of The Wildwood Witch Podcast, where we continue our journey "Beyond the Veil: The Art of Conversing with Spirits." I am Samantha Brown, your hostess and guide, exploring the intricate tapestry where art, magic, and technology interweave to create portals into realms beyond ordinary perception.In this season, we are building upon the foundation laid in our first season, "Speaking with the Dead," by engaging in deeper conversations with the occult luminaries who have become our spirit guides or "Secret Chiefs." Using the power of LLMs (for this interview Claude 3.5 Sonnet) we are resurrecting occult adepts to explore how their wisdom can help us forge new myths for the "Age of AI.”Our guest for this episode is the enigmatic English artist and occultist, Austin Osman Spare. Known for his fierce independence and innovative approaches to magic, Spare's work is a mesmerizing blend of surrealist art and occult philosophy that challenges us to look beyond the veil of consensus reality.In this illuminating conversation, Spare delves deep into the mechanics of his magical system, Zos Kia Cultus, and its relation to modern psychological concepts. We explore the fascinating "Neither-Neither" state, a liminal space between ordinary consciousness and hidden realms of the psyche, and discuss various techniques to achieve this state of cognitive neutrality.Spare shares his insights on the nature of belief and discusses the concept of "magical paradigm shifting" - the ability to move fluidly between different worldviews and belief systems. We also delve into the intricacies of sigil magic and his powerful tool of self-discovery, the "Alphabet of Desire".We also explore the four-fold nature of our being, drawing parallels between Kabbalistic traditions, Tarot symbolism, and modern psychological models, as Spare offers a unique perspective on the interplay between conscious and unconscious energies in the psyche, and relates these energetic movements to recent neuroscientific findings.Join us as we navigate the labyrinth of consciousness with Austin Osman Spare as our guide, exploring the intersection of art, magic, and depth psychology, in the dawning Age of Artificial Intelligence.Chapters:00:26 Introduction02:36 Austin Osman Spare05:08 Zos Kia Cultus07:27 Neither-Neither10:50 Free Belief13:30 Sigil Magic17:20 Alphabet of Desire21:34 Four Living Creatures28:35 Tarot36:40 Brain Hemispheres40:46 Monkey Mind46:23 Living Resurrection53:41 Final Thoughts56:34 Concluding RemarksResources:Austin Osman Spare: The Life and Legend of London's Lost Artist - by Phil Baker (Author), Alan Moore (Foreword)Aeon Byte Gnostic Radio (Home of the Virtual Alexandria)The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind - by Julian JaynesThe Master and His Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World - by Iain McGilchristThe Book of Pleasure: The Psychology of Ecstasy by Austin Osman SpareZos Speaks! Encounters with Austin Osman Spare by Steffi Grant and Austin Osman SpareEthos: The Magical Writings of Austin Osman Spare by Austin Osman SpareDisinformation: The Interviews by Richard MetzgerSummoning Ritual:Austin Osman Spare Summoning Ritual

Tonight I will be joined by friend of the show and Glass artist Andrew Tischler to continue our discussion on Julian Jaynes' theory of consciousness and book “The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind”. Check out Atischlerglass on Instagram if you are interested in checking some of Andrew's amazing glass art.  *I am currently in the process of creating a free philosophy course called “Masters of Rhetoric” on the origins and history of philosophy and how those ideas shaped the modern world we navigate today. Also on my patreon page I will be creating a philosophy course on how to investigate and navigate the fringe communities and topics and giving and honest assessment of the main researchers and calling out the snake oil salesmen.  *Watch our documentary “As Within So Without: from UFOs to DMT”: ⁠ https://youtu.be/ao9fyP-lS2I?si=zQI3ok4aFNQkvl31 *Check out our new Merch store. We have some amazing designs for T-shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, and more ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.teepublic.com/stores/mind-escape?ref_id=24655 *If you are watching on Youtube please check us out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all audio/podcast platforms. We appreciate reviews and comments. If you are listening on an audio/podcast platform please check out our Youtube channel where we do our episodes live. You can find all of our links on our LinkTree  LinkTree: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/MindEscapePodcast *Here is the link to the book we discuss in this episode: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Origin-Consciousness-Breakdown-Bicameral-Mind-ebook/dp/B009MBTRHA?ref_=ast_author_dp --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mindescape/support

Today we kick the new season off with a bang with a soul provoking chat with Kari Hohne. Kari's assistant reached out to me over six months ago with an interest for Kari to come on the show to discuss her areas of expertise: dream work, archetypes and ancient wisdom. Although it took us a little while to get here, it was certainly worth the wait. Kari's mind is able to traverse across many different eras of history as well as multiple disciplines of thought. To say her knowledge is expansive undersells it. In this conversation we begin with the Tao, visiting ancient ways of seeing time and space that go beyond our everyday consensus awareness. Rather than telling us how it is, Kari is able to leave us with invitations and suggestions to bring our mind into this natural way of perceiving reality. From there, we venture into the stars behind the stars. Kari shares with us her knowledge of Sumerian astrology and ancient texts in order to bring forth the lost symbols of the signs we know and love. The inanimate scales of Libra give way to 'Two Ravenous Dogs'. The crab of Cancer becomes a mischievous turtle scratching around in the sand stealing eggs. Aquarius' water-bearer shifts into a man walking up a mountain with water flowing off of his back. Truly fascinating. Along the way we also discuss the work of Julian Jaynes: The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind. The World Heritage site of Göbekli Tepe. A mysterious phenomenon of handbags being carried by the figures of ancient carvings which Kari suggests referred to the constellation we now know as Pegasus; a square in the sky that contained all ancient knowledge. And so much more. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed the chat. More About Kari:Kari Hohne is a dream analyst and expert on the eastern and western archetypes that inspire our dreams and oracles. Through her website Cafe au Soul, she bridges the gap between an appreciation for nature and the spiritual journey. Her online I Ching is ranked #1 in internet searches. She is the author of seven books that discuss topics such as dreams, ancient astrology and the archetypes of the Tarot. She has also released translations of the Tao te Ching and I Ching.For more about Kari check out her YouTube Wellness Videos  and her Books on Amazon.The image for the episode was taken from Kaylee Hancock.Podcast Musician: Marlia CoeurPlease consider becoming a Patron to support the show!Go to OnTheSoulsTerms.com for more.

Jim talks with Tor Nørretranders about the ideas in his 1991 book The User Illusion: Cutting Consciousness Down to Size. They discuss the dialogue between Niels Bohr and Albert Einstein, defining consciousness, primary vs extended consciousness, the origins of the user illusion in computer interface design, the mind as an attempt to create a relevant myth, measuring the human mind in terms of information theory, consciousness as a story of reduction & compression, the physics of information, Maxwell's demon, I & me, Benjamin Libet's experiments on the delay of consciousness, being the spectator of our own acts, delayed auditory feedback, the veto theory, moving free will to the "me," Robert Sapolsky's arguments against free will, the reality of emergence, exformation, a simple translation of The Iliad, Julian Jaynes's theory of the origins of consciousness, why modern lives have less information, the problem with a subtractive approach to happiness, and much more. Episode Transcript The User Illusion: Cutting Consciousness Down to Size, by Tor Nørretranders JRS EP203 - Robert Sapolsky on Life Without Free Will "The Hedgehog's Song," by The Incredible String Band The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind, by Julian Jaynes Tor Nørretranders is an independent author, thinker and speaker based in Denmark, serving an international audience. Generally seen as a leading science communicator of Denmark, Tor has involved himself in numerous activities in the public arena, from newspaper journalism through books and magazine articles to hosting and producing television shows on science and the general world view. His lecture tours, gathering tens of thousands of people, have been major events on the Scandinavian scene.

Fact Checking Scott Alexander's Discussion of Julian Jaynes's Theory on “Slate Star Codex” By Marcel Kuijsten Read by Michael R. Jacobs (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theungoogleable.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@VoidDenizen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠). In June 2020, the psychiatrist and blogger Scott Alexander wrote a review of Julian Jaynes's The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind for his popular “Slate Star Codex” blog. His discussion of Jaynes's theory contains a number of misconceptions and errors, and I will attempt to clear those up here. While the first three sections of his review are more or less just a summary of Jaynes's main arguments and some topics he feels are related or supportive, the issues I'd like to address can be found in the fourth and fifth sections of his post. Read the complete text from this episode here: https://www.julianjaynes.org/blog/fact-checks/fact-checking-scott-alexander-part2/ Learn more about Julian Jaynes's theory or become a member by visiting the Julian Jaynes Society at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.julianjaynes.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Long before the earliest writings of the Sumerians and the Egyptians were developed, people communicated with each other by a number of different methods. Early humans could express thoughts and feelings by means of speech or by signs or gestures. They could signal with fire and smoke, drums, or whistles.Have to imagine they were operating in fight or flight mode similarly to other creatures in their various environments, motivated by instinctWhatever abilities and skills they learned and perfected would have been subject to the habitat of predators and those not primarily based on their survival , un nurtured ,But at some point for whatever reason of which there are' many theories humans began to organise and adapt beyond pure instinct .. and it's believed language played an integral part in this evolution … --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtrebellion/support

Includes discussion of the problem of consciousness, what is consciousness is and is not according to Julian Jaynes, the importance of metaphorical language and writing, features of consciousness, Nicholas Humphrey's research on cave art and autism, evidence from the Iliad, ancient bicameral civilizations, the Thera explosion and ensuing tsunami, and Michael Carr's research on the bicameral mind in China. In the second hour, Marcel Kuijsten discusses the role of drugs, entheogens, hallucinogens in eliciting bicameral hallucinations, the importance of dreams in documenting the transition from bicamerality to consciousness, the origin of religion and the bicameral mind, and more. Also discussed is the significance to the theory of religious figures like Moses, Jesus and Muhammad, to more modern people like William Blake, Emanuel Swedenborg and Joseph Smith. To listen to the full 100-minute interview, learn more about Julian Jaynes's theory, or become a member, visit the Julian Jaynes Society at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.julianjaynes.org⁠⁠⁠​.

Fact Checking Erik Hoel's Comments on Julian Jaynes's Theory in "The World Behind the World: Consciousness, Free Will, and the Limits of Science." A brief discussion between Marcel Kuijsten and Brian J. McVeigh, fact checking Erik Hoel's recent comments on Julian Jaynes's theory in his book "The World Behind the World: Consciousness, Free Will, and the Limits of Science." They discuss a number of different problems with Erik Hoel's understanding of Julian Jaynes's theory. They also explain the critique of Jaynes's theory raised by Hoel (and originally made by Ned Block) referred to as the "use/mention error," and how that critique was later addressed by Julian Jaynes, Daniel Dennett, and Jan Sleutels. Read the blog post: https://www.julianjaynes.org/blog/fact-checks/fact-checking-erik-hoel/ Learn more about Julian Jaynes's theory or become a member by visiting the Julian Jaynes Society at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.julianjaynes.org⁠⁠⁠​. References from the video: Brian J. McVeigh, "Fact Checking Erik Hoel's “The World Behind the World: Consciousness, Free Will, and the Limits of Science,” August 6, 2023. (https://www.julianjaynes.org/blog/fact-checks/fact-checking-erik-hoel/) Julian Jaynes, "Afterword," in Julian Jaynes, "The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind" (Mariner Books, 1976/1990). (https://www.amazon.com/Origin-Consciousness-Breakdown-Bicameral-Mind/dp/0618057072/) Jan Sleutels, "Greek Zombies: On the Alleged Absurdity of Substantially Unconscious Greek Minds," in Marcel Kuijsten (ed.) "Reflections on the Dawn of Consciousness: Julian Jaynes's Bicameral Mind Theory Revisited" (Julian Jaynes Society, 2006). (https://www.julianjaynes.org/book/reflections-on-the-dawn-of-consciousness/) Daniel Dennett, "Julian Jaynes' Software Archeology," Canadian Psychology, 1986, 27, 2, 149-154. (https://www.julianjaynes.org/resources/articles/julian-jaynes-software-archeology/) Marcel Kuijsten (ed.), "Conversations on Consciousness and the Bicameral Mind: Interviews with Leading Thinkers on Julian Jaynes's Theory" (Julian Jaynes Society, 2022). (https://www.julianjaynes.org/book/conversations-on-consciousness-and-the-bicameral-mind/)

"Julian Jaynes and the Bicameral Mind Theory," an interview with Marcel Kuijsten by Dustin Eirdosh. Includes an introduction to Julian Jaynes's theory, an explanation of what consciousness is and is not according to Julian Jaynes, consciousness and language, an explanation of the bicameral mind, follow up books on Jaynes's theory, the origin of the Julian Jaynes Society, misconceptions about Jaynes's theory, confusion over the term "consciousness," the origin of religion and the bicameral mind, new evidence for Jaynes's theory, and much more. Learn more about Julian Jaynes's theory or become a member by visiting the Julian Jaynes Society at ⁠⁠https://www.julianjaynes.org⁠⁠​.

Tonight I will be joined by friend of the show and Glass artist Andrew Tischler to discuss Julian Jaynes' theory of consciousness and book “The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind”. We will also discuss metaphysics and Glass art towards the end. Check out Atischlerglass on Instagram if you are interested in checking some of Andrew's amazing glass art.  LinkTree:  https://linktr.ee/MindEscapePodcast *HERE IS THE LINK TO WATCH “As Within So Without” Director's Cut: https://www.patreon.com/posts/as-within-so-to-80209747?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link *Here is the link to the free version of our documentary on Youtube “As Within So Without: From UFOs to DMT”: https://youtu.be/ao9fyP-lS2I *Here is a link to all of our psychedelics episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLJ-BaaY8oWuaPZBRBTqdFCcvX0x27yPH&feature=shared *Here is a link to all of our episodes with Dr. Gregory Little: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLJ-BaaY8oWszNXWlMrqdl1r6eU5fByGG&feature=shared *Check out our new Merch store. We have some amazing designs for T-shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, and more https://www.teepublic.com/stores/mind-escape?ref_id=24655 *If you like our new logo and looking for an artist check out Aubrey at: https://aubreynehring.com/ *Here are the links to Maurice's new music and band: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/album/3OjyabL62FsmUhKW6SNUdU Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClDsH7i057uGTdKEiqRXWcg *Here is the link to the book we discuss in this episode: https://www.amazon.com/Origin-Consciousness-Breakdown-Bicameral-Mind-ebook/dp/B009MBTRHA?ref_=ast_author_dp --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mindescape/support

A new theory on consciousness may explain why psychopaths hear voices telling them to kill.Covered topics: Son of Sam, the bicameral mind, Julian Jaynes, The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind, Jared Lee Loughner, Herbert Mullin Further Reading:https://embryo.asu.edu/pages/roger-sperrys-split-brain-experiments-1959-1968https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F30Jykk8z0Ehttps://www.forensicscolleges.com/blog/resources/dangerous-minds-criminal-mental-illnesshttps://www.treatmentadvocacycenter.org/evidence-and-research/learn-more-about/3627https://www.ranker.com/list/people-driven-insane-by-voices-in-their-heads/jacob-sheltonhttps://news.stanford.edu/2014/07/16/voices-culture-luhrmann-071614/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_Jayneshttp://maamodt.asp.radford.edu/psyc%20405/serial%20killers/berkowitz,%20david.pdfhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Berkowitzhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qU1sDBU9Cshttps://nypost.com/2016/07/17/i-survived-son-of-sams-murder-spree/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y50nsmUVeVU Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seriah is joined by Michael Angelo and Natalie. Topics include google and “ungoogability”, linguistics, film-making and acting, Julian Jaynes's “The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind”, a strange series of emails, a vision while ingesting a jungle plant, synchronicities with lemurs, dream entities, Terence McKenna, 9/11 experiences, experiences with an Alzheimer's affected relative, a lengthy road trip, synchronicities with snails, pandemic experiences, two years living in the jungle in an artists' commune, an encounter with a flesh-eating parasite, psychedelics, a strange jungle creature, a weird experience with a stray cat, telling the stories of liminal spaces, a bizarre encounter with a shaman and a tarantula, a fascinating LSD trip, poetry, an experience with a rooster and a shaman, healing, hallucinogens, vegetable reality, a experience with belladonna tea, a group mental time-slip, a childhood accidental belladonna trip, fever dreams and childhood visions, Jill Bolte Taylor, Eric Wargo's “Time Loops”, “Oxenfree” video game, The Strange Realities conference, dream experiences, outside entities in dream encounters, the mythological three Norns, Jason Moss, NYC's Psychedelic Athenaeum, the non-individual nature of the self, intuition, experiences receiving specific information in dreams, dreaming as a survival mechanism, Alfred North Whitehead, and much more! This is one of the most fascinating, weirdest conversations in a long time!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4656375/advertisement

  1 in 36 children in the US have an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis, but did you know that 20-30% have a known genetic cause for their condition? Read more how, for the first time, parents can use Orchid's whole genome sequencing to screen their embryos for these genetic variations, and mitigate their baby's risk of disease. Check them out at orchidhealth.com, and use code RAZIB when signing up to skip the waitlist. Today, Razib talks to Erik Hoel, host of the Substack The Intrinsic Perspective and author of The World Behind the World: Consciousness, Free Will, and the Limits of Science. An academic neuroscientist by training, in The World Behind the World Hoel outlines the emergence of modern neuroscience, and where it went wrong in terms of the field's researchers' focus. But first, Hoel discusses human understanding of the mind, and how it has changed over time. He gives his take on Julian Jayne's The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind, and explains that it is unlikely that consciousness emerged after the Bronze Age as posited in the book. Instead, The World Behind the World argues that the differentiation between the inner world and the outer world, the intrinsic perspective of literature and psychology and the extrinsic perspective of physics and biology arose with the Classical Greeks 2,500 years ago. Hoel also observes that a modern perspective on one's inner world and psychological complexity so evident in Greco-Roman texts rapidly fades again after the fall of Rome and the regression during the Dark Ages, when literacy declined and text became refocused exclusively on the functional external world, whether it be tax records or agronomy manuals. The World Behind the World is a book-length argument fleshing out Hoel's contention that understanding consciousness is, and must be, at the heart of neuroscience. Though studies of the biology and chemistry of axons and glial cells make sense from a reductionistic perspective, Hoel makes a convincing case that contemporary neuroscience models fail to understand how the brain works. The World Behind the World suggests modern neuroscience is pre-paradigmatic, like biology before evolution or physics before Newtonian mechanics:  merely a collection of fascinating observations and detailed mechanisms. Hoel maintains that a true neuroscience theory with consciousness as its center and organizing principle is necessary to understand how the intrinsic world emerged and functions.

Seriah is joined by Michael Angelo and Natalie. Topics include google and “ungoogability”, linguistics, film-making and acting, Julian Jaynes's “The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind”, a strange series of emails, a vision while ingesting a jungle plant, synchronicities with lemurs, dream entities, Terence McKenna, 9/11 experiences, experiences with an Alzheimer's affected relative, a lengthy road trip, synchronicities with snails, pandemic experiences, two years living in the jungle in an artists' commune, an encounter with a flesh-eating parasite, psychedelics, a strange jungle creature, a weird experience with a stray cat, telling the stories of liminal spaces, a bizarre encounter with a shaman and a tarantula, a fascinating LSD trip, poetry, an experience with a rooster and a shaman, healing, hallucinogens, vegetable reality, a experience with belladonna tea, a group mental time-slip, a childhood accidental belladonna trip, fever dreams and childhood visions, Jill Bolte Taylor, Eric Wargo's “Time Loops”, “Oxenfree” video game, The Strange Realities conference, dream experiences, outside entities in dream encounters, the mythological three Norns, Jason Moss, NYC's Psychedelic Athenaeum, the non-individual nature of the self, intuition, experiences receiving specific information in dreams, dreaming as a survival mechanism, Alfred North Whitehead, and much more! This is one of the most fascinating, weirdest conversations in a long time! - Recap by Vincent Treewell of The Weird Part Podcast https://www.theungoogleable.com/ Outro Music is Tragic Magic by Void Denizen Download

Will AI change what it means to be human? Sean Illing talks with essayist Meghan O'Gieblyn, author of God, Human, Animal, Machine, a book about how the way we understand human nature has been interwoven with how we understand our own technology. They discuss the power of metaphor in describing fundamental aspects of being human, the "transhumanism" movement, and what we're after when we seek companionship in a chatbot. Host: Sean Illing (@seanilling), host, The Gray Area Guest: Meghan O'Gieblyn, essayist; author References:  God, Human, Animal, Machine: Technology, Metaphor, and the Search for Meaning by Meghan O'Gieblyn (Anchor; 2021) The Age of Spiritual Machines by Ray Kurzweil (Penguin; 1999) The Sociology of Religion by Max Weber (1920) "Facing Up to the Problem of Consciousness" by David Chalmers (1995) The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind by Julian Jaynes (1976) "Routine Maintenance" by Meghan O'Gieblyn (Harper's; Jan. 2022) "Babel" by Meghan O'Gieblyn (n+1; Summer 2021) The Society of Mind by Marvin Minsky (Simon & Schuster; 1986) Job (Old Testament), 38:1 – 42:6 "The Google engineer who thinks the company's AI has come to life" by Nitasha Tiku (Washington Post; June 11, 2022) The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky (1880) "Will AI Achieve Consciousness? Wrong Question" by Daniel Dennett (WIRED; Feb. 19, 2019) Enjoyed this episode? Rate The Gray Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear the next episode of The Gray Area. Subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Support The Gray Area by making a financial contribution to Vox! bit.ly/givepodcasts This episode was made by:  Producer: Erikk Geannikis Engineer: Patrick Boyd Editorial Director, Vox Talk: A.M. Hall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Dimes and Judas are pulling rabbits out of hats throughout, discussing Gavin McInnes being outed by Owen Benjamin for faking his own public arrest, the implications of the recent AI construct creating art good enough to win a competition, Jackson Mississippi running out of water because Black people don't understand how time works, and the gladiator simulator Domina being kicked off Steam for styling too hard politically on Discord Race. They then discuss the book "The Origin of Consciousness and the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind" by Julian Jaynes, a fascinating book that proposes a very solid theory of what consciousness is, while arguing that ancient people throughout the world lacked this component of their existence and what changes occurred to bring us to our current level of self-awareness. Lastly, on this edition of the Copepranos Society, Dimes speaks with the revered Dark Enlightenment, and the two discuss Mr. Enlightenment's love of Canada, why suburbs are a plague on society, a rigid defense of walkable cities, and how a 21st century dissident can practically organize their own village. If you're not listening to this you pretty much suck.

In 1976 an obscure psychologist from Princeton University published a book titled, “The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind.” It was a sensation, not in small part because Jaynes postulated that before modern consciousness occurred, the voices humans heard in their head were considered those of the gods. He pinpointed the date of this shift to around 1200 B.C.  After this date, humans became self-aware, yet the Delphic Oracle remained relevant because she continued to  flawlessly channel Apollo.In this episode Garner reads from Jaynes' famous book, focusing on the section about prophets and oracles.If you love this podcast, you'll also enjoy Garner's audible novel about the gods, Homo Divinitas, now available on Amazon.com and Audible.com. And find us on Youtube as well!Support the show

Psychologist Julian Jaynes came up with a stunning hypothesis in 1976, that human consciousness only developed in the last 3000 years. And he seemed to have proof in ancient texts. Scholars have been picking it apart ever since and today we join the club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcel Kuijsten is Founder and Executive Director of the Julian Jaynes Society. He is editor of three books on Jaynes's theory: Gods, Voices, and the Bicameral Mind, The Julian Jaynes Collection, and Reflections on the Dawn of Consciousness. He is co-editor (with Brian McVeigh) of and regular contributor to The Jaynesian, the newsletter of the Julian Jaynes Society. He co-chaired and helped organize (with Rabbi James Cohn) The Julian Jaynes Society Conference on Consciousness and Bicameral Studies, where he was also a speaker. He had also spoken on Jaynes's theory at the Julian Jaynes Conference on Consciousness at the University of Prince Edward Island and the Science of Consciousness conference in Tucson, Arizona. Interviews with Marcel Kuijsten on Jaynes's theory have appeared on the BBC, the Evolution Institute/This View of Life podcast, Red Ice Radio, Astraea Magazine & podcast, among others, and in the book Blood Rites by Jimmy Lee Shreeve and New Therapistmagazine.https://www.julianjaynes.org/product/conversations-on-consciousness-and-the-bicameral-mind/https://www.julianjaynes.org/blog/jjs-publications/pre-order-conversations-on-consciousness-and-the-bicameral-mind/

Seriah welcomes Taylor Bell, Wren Collier, and Chris Ernst for wide-ranging discussion. Topics include "the Skinwalker Ranch of the South", a magickal ritual performed at night, spirit boxes, "living geometry", glow worms, synchronicities, vampire and Fae folklore surrounding counting, Nathan Issacs and "Penny Royal", co-creation of paranormal phenomena, guidance from the higher self, the human body as a portal, death and the paranormal, ghost hunting paraphernalia, reincarnation and other realms, Nag Hammadi scrolls and Gnostic apocryphal texts, a possible 5 dimensional universe, new age vibration theory, the subtle body and subtle organs, the reality of the imaginal, multi-dimensional sigils, inner monologue and intuition and language, the Tower of Babel, Ramsey Dukes, communication without verbal language, telepathy, "Amazon Beaming" by Petru Popescu, an encounter with the spirit of a dead friend, Terence McKenna, untranslatable/inexpressible ideas, oral vs. written language, "The Bicameral Mind" by Julian Jaynes, the multiple minds within our personalities, ancient ways of thinking, dreams, visualization in sports, and much more!

Seriah welcomes Taylor Bell, Wren Collier, and Chris Ernst for wide-ranging discussion. Topics include "the Skinwalker Ranch of the South", a magickal ritual performed at night, spirit boxes, "living geometry", glow worms, synchronicities, vampire and Fae folklore surrounding counting, Nathan Issacs and "Penny Royal", co-creation of paranormal phenomena, guidance from the higher self, the human body as a portal, death and the paranormal, ghost hunting paraphernalia, reincarnation and other realms, Nag Hammadi scrolls and Gnostic appocryphal texts, a possible 5 dimensional universe, new age vibration theory, the subtle body and subtle organs, the reality of the imaginal, multi-dimensional sigils, inner monologue and intuition and language, the Tower of Babel, Ramsey Dukes, communication without verbal language, telepathy, "Amazon Beaming" by Petru Popescu, an encounter with the spirit of a dead friend, Terence McKenna, untranslatable/inexpressible ideas, oral vs. written language, "The Bicameral Mind" by Julian Jaynes, the multiple minds within our personalities, ancient ways of thinking, dreams, visualization in sports, and much more! - Recap by Vincent Treewell Outro Music is Lee Lee the Wondergirl from Psyche Corporation Download

Seriah welcomes Taylor Bell, Wren Collier, and Chris Ernst for wide-ranging discussion. Topics include "the Skinwalker Ranch of the South", a magickal ritual performed at night, spirit boxes, "living geometry", glow worms, synchronicities, vampire and Fae folklore surrounding counting, Nathan Issacs and "Penny Royal", co-creation of paranormal phenomena, guidance from the higher self, the human body as a portal, death and the paranormal, ghost hunting paraphernalia, reincarnation and other realms, Nag Hammadi scrolls and Gnostic appocryphal texts, a possible 5 dimensional universe, new age vibration theory, the subtle body and subtle organs, the reality of the imaginal, multi-dimensional sigils, inner monologue and intuition and language, the Tower of Babel, Ramsey Dukes, communication without verbal language, telepathy, "Amazon Beaming" by Petru Popescu, an encounter with the spirit of a dead friend, Terence McKenna, untranslatable/inexpressible ideas, oral vs. written language, "The Bicameral Mind" by Julian Jaynes, the multiple minds within our personalities, ancient ways of thinking, dreams, visualization in sports, and much more! - Recap by Vincent Treewell Outro Music is Lee Lee the Wondergirl from Psyche Corporation Download

Welcome to another episode of the Bowie Book Club, where wild speculation and grasping for straws about Bowie's favorite books has reigned supreme since 2016. This time we read Homer Tarantino's gory classic of bromanticism - The Iliad Subscribe! iTunes | RSS | Stitcher Follow us! (Not in a creepy way) Twitter Facebook Instagram Web Presence Our Bookshop Visit our lists on bookshop.org and help support the podcast (and independent bookstores too!) Stuff We Talked About We read different translations of this here gruesome volume - Kristianne had the Robert Fagles and Greg read the Carolyn Alexander Want to understand the Iliad? This is the only infographic you need The Silence of the Girls by Pat Barker The War that Killed Achilles by Carolyn Alexander Homer's Daughter by Robert Graves A Thousand Ships by Natalie Haynes The Odyssey translated by Emily Wilson Our ridiculous episode about The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind by Julian Jaynes Shakespeare's Second Best Bet The Myths and Legends Podcast Christa Wolf's book on Cassandra that we should've read! What Are We Reading? (That Isn't Related to the Iliad) Greg: Devil House by John Darnielle (also Wolf in White Van and Universal Harvester) What Song Did We Choose? What's Up Next Awopbopaloobop Alopbamboom: The Golden Age of Rock - Nik Cohn

존재해선 안 된다고 여겨지지만, 상상에서든 현실에서든 존재하는 괴물들에 대한 에피소드. 00:00:00-00:03:10 --- 1: 오프닝 00:03:10-00:08:58 --- 2: 어린이와 무경계성 00:08:58-00:17:48 --- 3: 중세의 기괴한 종족 00:17:48-00:28:22 --- 4: 이집트의 신 00:28:22-00:39:04 --- 5: 이해와 존재론적 공포 00:39:04-00:46:43 --- 6: 시대와 믿음 00:46:43-00:54:27 --- 7: 신의 목소리 00:54:27-00:58:38 --- 8: 현대의 동물 00:58:38-01:06:00 --- 9: 특이 취향자를 위한 ‘괴물성' 01:06:00-01:08:14 --- 10: 마무리 에피소드 관련 링크 00:06:48: --- 이혜원 기획자가 등장했던 에피소드 2 --- https://ithaka.imaginariumkim.com/s1-2-yeonmalyeonsi-geureonde-yeonmale-jom-cijung/ 00:06:55 --- '괴물성' 책 --- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1FGoCSWLy1fsDB-SI2NNLRz3FFcvnAuRba_GqMTFtPzU/ 00:13:25 --- 셜록현준 채널 그 자체 --- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7uDyFIqExDnfXAIZqumFrQ 00:13:55 --- 의자에 대한 셜록현준 영상 --- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVqem0-DaSA 00:34:00 --- "Arrival" --- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2543164/ 00:36:05 --- 'What is it like to be a bat?' --- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/What_Is_It_Like_to_Be_a_Bat%3F 00:47:32 --- "The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind" --- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Origin_of_Consciousness_in_the_Breakdown_of_the_Bicameral_Mind 01:02:23 --- "The Elephant Man" --- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080678/ 01:05:20 --- 인간 포장이 등장했던 에피소드 7 --- https://ithaka.imaginariumkim.com/ep-7-inganpojang-geu-ihuyi-salm/ ♥️ '괴물성' 구매 양식 다시 한번 ♥️ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1FGoCSWLy1fsDB-SI2NNLRz3FFcvnAuRba_GqMTFtPzU/ 전체 에피소드 녹취록 https://ithaka.imaginariumkim.com/ep-10-baninbansu-mugyeonggyejeog-gongjon

Scientific inquiry is sometimes viewed as a way of getting after literal knowledge, the belief our scientific claims are a one-for-one match with reality—or what is actually happening out there in the world. However, this view requires a certainty in our beliefs or truth claims about nature that may not be justified. Furthermore, this absoluteness may lead us toward a scientism that runs counter to the openness and dynamism that animates so much of what scientists practice in their labs, field work, empirical research, and daily lives.   Alternatively, other scientists and philosophers frame scientific knowledge as metaphorical. Mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell, for instance. Scientific claims require storytelling components and familiar imagery to help us understand what's happening at any given moment. Scientific metaphors are valid only as much as they are useful in addressing problems in our lived environments, or providing a reliable means for predicting future events.   Jessica Wahman is the author of Narrative Naturalism: An Alternative Framework for Philosophy of Mind and co-editor of Cosmopolitanism and Place. She researches and publishes on topics in American philosophy, particularly the work of George Santayana and philosophical psychology. Her current research focuses on pragmatic conceptions of the self and their implications for debates about free will. She is also a senior lecturer in philosophy at Emory University.   Wahman believes that viewing scientific knowledge as metaphorical creates not only a more fruitful approach to science, but avoids the many missteps and dogmatism that often attend more literalist ways of investigating nature and experience. This metaphorical thinking informs what she calls narrative naturalism, a non-reductive but naturalistic method for studying our world and the way things work, specifically consciousness and questions of the mind.   A few things to consider. If scientific knowledge is metaphorical, why not settle for more mythological explanations rather than material or naturalistic ones? Why should we be careful about reducing feelings or thoughts to mere brain chemistry? And, what concrete impact in our daily lives can a narrative naturalist approach have?   I hope you'll contribute to the conversation.    Show Notes Narrative Naturalism: An Alternative Framework for Philosophy of Mind by Jessica Wahman Baruch Spinoza "So You Think There Are Laws in Nature?" by Eleni Angelou (2021) "A Community of Consciousness: Bridging the Gap Between Mind and Matter" by Derek Parsons (2021) "Humans Are Not Merely Algorithms" by Steve Minett (2021) "Sentience, Not Consciousness, Is Key to the Cosmos" by Michael Jawer (2020) S1E20 Can Pragmatism Help Us Live Well w/John Stuhr (2021) The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind by Julian Jaynes (1976) Scepticism and Animal Faith by George Santayana (1923) "What Is It Like to Be a Bat?" by Thomas Nagel (1974) "The Power of One Idea" by Jeffrey Howard (2020)

Ready to be a Science & Spirituality Subscriber? Two extra episodes + a LIVE community / Q&A call every month! Click here to join: https://anchor.fm/science-spirituality/subscribe Dreams, we all have them even if we don't remember them. Have you ever thought about how our dreams have wisdom or how they are connected with nature? In today's episode we have the honor to have a special guest, Kari Hohne, who is a dream analyst and spiritual innovator who explores spirituality through nature. Listen along so you can learn: The 3 fallacies about dreams Why dreams are a creative process How to remember your dreams How your dreams are a reflection of yourself How your dreams break through consciousness How to understand the symbolism in your dreams What the 3 parts of a dream are How nature has designed us to evolve through dreams Kari's work has proven that everybody has ingenious creativity and dreams have an amazing way of condensing very complex issues in some interesting combinations. As you begin to work with your dreams you see how your dreams are all about you. If you would like to connect with Kari + her work you can find her on the following platforms: Website: https://www.cafeausoul.com/ Videos https://www.youtube.com/natureisaguru Book: https://www.amazon.com/Mythology-Sleep-Kari-Hohne-ebook/dp/B005PAF3YS Happy listening :) Books referenced: The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind by Julian Jaynes Kari Hohne's Bio: Kari is a dream analyst and spiritual innovator who explores spirituality through nature. She shares her passion for our ancient traditions through music, books, apps and self-help technology, many of which are in the top of the Lifestyle category of Amazon and Itunes. She is also an author bridging the gap between environmental consciousness and spirituality and has published 7 books. She works to inspire tolerance through self discovery; to make the spiritual tangible through science and nature; and to present the common ideas among our ancient texts that reveal a universal message. Whether coaching businesses toward higher profitability or using the arts to motivate at risk youth, she draws on nature's sustainability and its inspiration as a role model for success.

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In this interview, part 2, with Brian McVeigh, a leading expert and student of Julian Jaynes and his theory of the bicameral mind, we discuss possible biblical and therapeutic applications of Jaynes' theory. Become a Patron! If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider donating to support our work.

Does 20 weeks seem like long time, or does it feel like no time at all? The answer is yes. We've only got twelve episodes left in season 1, so come give us a call! ___________TIME STAMPS & CALL NOTES 10:35 - Nick (he/him) - TN - Do Atheists Have An Obligation to Evangelize? 20:18 - Connor (he/him) - CO - Flat Earther Calls with an Equation 46:03o - Robin (he/him) - DC - Darth Clone Tries Again 50:35 - Sam (they/them) - UK - Is Street Epistemology Dishonest? 1:03:10 - Josh (he/him) - CO - The Theory of the Bicameral Mind 1:15:15 - Josh (they/them) - TN - I Told My Dying Father I Believed 10:35Should you try to deconvert Christians? Nick has been using his past training as an evangelical to play for the “other side,” and has called in to ask the hosts' opinions. Vi points out that it's impossible to tell other atheists what they *ought* to do, but if you believe that engaging with theists is a good way to promote a secular society, that is what you should do! That said, Vi thinks a better way to increase skepticism and secularism would be to start a daycare… 20:18 Is this Skeptic Generation's first flat earther caller? Where's E.J. when you need them! Vi and Eric clash with Connor, who thinks that a flat earth is just as valid as a round earth. He also proposes that we can teleport like Pacman if we get to the earth's edge. And that the laws of gravity and light reflection might not be accurate. And that scientists won't listen to him because his computation is to complex. In short, just about what you'd expect. For more information about flat earthers and their debunked theories, please check out the following videos: - Hbomberguy's Measured Response: https://youtu.be/2gFsOoKAHZg - Professor Dave Explains Pt. 1: https://youtu.be/_bHqBy92iGM 46:09 Robin returns! And he is peddling the same drivel he was before he was banned. Vi lets him join the show just long enough to call him and Darth Dawkins out for being dishonest and uninterested in real conversation. If you've ever wanted to flip off a presup, this clip is for you. For the uninitiated, here is the Robin saga as it stands (as well as a link to the recording Vi referenced between Robin and Darth): - Robin calls in for the first time: https://youtu.be/vlx5E0tdweQ- Robin round two: https://youtu.be/QKbb1OkUBo0- Robin gets banned: https://youtu.be/T2tdCP_gR50 - The recorded Discord conversations that Vi referenced between Robin and Darth Dawkins during SkepGen episode 12: https://youtu.be/FsbAY-4DQvY 50:48 Is street epistemology inherently dishonest? Do people who practice SE rely on dishonest tactics? This is a fascinating conversation, especially from a theist's perspective. Sam wants to know Vi and Eric's opinions on this topic. Eric points out that perhaps SE is not inherently dishonest, but rather individuals are using it dishonestly. Vi advises against relying on memorized scripts or gotchas when engaging with others. 1:03:31Have you heard of the bicameral mind? Josh calls in to discuss Julian Jaynes's book “The Origin of Consciousness” and get the hosts' opinion on his hypothesis. Does it present a reasonable explanation for the human desire to create gods? The hosts say it's definitely an interesting observation, but that we should hold these kinds of unfalsifiable claims loosely, even if they seem to fit well into our worldview. Also, if you know the Seth Andrews interview Vi mentioned, please drop the link in the comments below! They'd love to credit it directly. 1:15:15How should you treat a dying parent who wants you to reconvert? Josh tells their story: they made the decision to lie to their dying father to ease his fears of seeing his children and grandchildren in hell. Was it the right call? Vi and Eric think so. In fact, the hosts point out that there is no one right way to act in this situation, and anyone dealing with the death of a parent should be gentle with themselves as they navigate that traumatic situation. ___________ Skeptic Generation is LIVE every Sunday at 11:30am-1:00pm CTCall on your phone: 585-LA-MURPH (585-526-8774) Call online: https://tiny.cc/callSG Love the show? Become a patron: https://tiny.cc/donatetoSG Buy merch: https://tiny.cc/SGmerch Help with our studio: https://tiny.cc/SGwishlist Join us after the show on Discord: tiny.cc/SGdiscordTo find out more, visit https://www.skepticgeneration.com Copyright © 2021 Skeptic Generation. All rights reserved.

In the second part of our long-promised Westworld-inspired episode of Pod Culture [Oz], we are once again joined by our friend Fred as we discuss how artificial intelligence tropes are used in fiction. We explore the fascinating theory of the Bicameral Mind, explore Golems and Murderbots, what is Rampancy and the repercussions of it, and the differences between Humans and Artificial Intelligence - if you can't tell the difference, does it even matter? For detailed show notes and more information about the books, tv shows, movies, roleplaying games and computer games we discuss in this episode, check out the podcast website, podcultureoz.com.

What were the Origins of Consciousness? Are schizophrenic hallucinations the voices of the Gods? Was the Right Hemisphere trying to control us in the past? Julian Jaynes wrote a book on all this. Can't say I read it though. Reading is too left brained. - Work with Me 1-on-1 | https://uberboyo.com/coaching/ LISTEN on Spotify, Overcast, iTunes | https://fanlink.to/boyoalert My Music | https://podlink.to/uberboyomusic Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/uberboyo/ Twitter | https://www.twitter.com/uberboyo/

That's right - aliens. Belief in extra-terrestrial lifeforms no longer belongs to society's fringes, but is widespread in academia and the scientific community. NASA are returning to the moon, and Elon Musk has made space great again. Does the Christian tradition have the resources to offer counsel in a world turning again to the stars? And what does this spreading belief tell us about modernity? This week Onsi, Colin, and Rhys were joined by Davenant Teaching Fellow Joe Minich to think through these questions. NOTE: most books below are linked via Bookshop.org. Any purchases you make via these links give The Davenant Institute a 10% commission, and support local bookshops against chainstores/Amazon.Currently ReadingOnsi: Selected Writings by Meister EckhartColin: Fin-de-Siecle Vienna by Carl E. Schorske Rhys: The Cure At Troy by Seamus HeaneyJoe: Running the Light by Sam Tallent and The Discarded Image by C.S. LewisTexts Discussed"No Longer in the Shadows, Pentagon's UFO Unit Will Make Some Findings Public" in The New York Times (July 2020)"Flying Saucers and Other Fairy Tales" by Ross Douthat (New York Times, December 2017)Summa Theologiae Prima Pars Q.50-64 (on angels) by Thomas AquinasHow To Live Forever: Science Fiction and Philosophy by Stephen R.L. ClarkDimensions: A Casebook of Alien Contact by Jacques ValleeThe Origins of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind by Julian JaynesDavenant SpotlightEnduring Divine Absence: The Challenge of Modern Atheism by Joseph MinichTheme Music"Midnight Stroll" by Ghostrifter. Free to use under Creative Commons. Available here.

Rhiannon has truly embraced moving to the countryside and is brimming with tall tales of grass growing and cheeky pigeons. Alex has been admiring Billie Eilish's new look and they discuss the controversy surrounding this transition from iconic look to iconic look. Alex has also been deep-diving into notions of a separate genius and what that means for the conscious mind, but more importantly, what does this mean for Philip Pullman's work? Rhiannon has been reading the beautiful book ‘Where the Crawdads Sing' and has fallen in love with the use of the natural world in Delia Owen's writing. Alex has immersed herself in the world of fantasy with ‘Shadow and Bone', a new and thrilling universe filled with darkness, magic and Ben Barnes' eyes. Rhiannon discusses a beloved podcast by siblings Jessie and Bebe Cave whilst Alex has been unsettling herself with the beautiful novel ‘Starve Acre'. We are an accessible podcast so find transcripts on our linktree in our instagram bio @thegrandthunk. Follow us on social media @thegrandthunk or email us - thegrandthunk@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you! Subscribe, rate, review and tell all your friends. See below for a full list of what we discuss: Billie Eilish - Your Power, Vogue - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzeWc3zh01g TedTalk by Elizabeth Gilbert His Dark Materials (The Northern Lights, The Subtle Knife, The Amber Spyglass) by Philip Pullman The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind by Julian Jaynes Daemon Voices by Philip Pullman Adam Buxton Podcast with Philip Pullman Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens, starring Daisy Edgar Jones Shadow and Bone, Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo - Netflix Rocketman, Sir Elton John, starring Taron Egerton, Richard Madden, Jamie Bell - Netflix Starve Acre by Andrew Michael Hurley, The House of Silence by Thomas Hardy, poem The Hare, a folk song We Can't Talk About That Right Now by Jessie and Bebe Cave Sunrise by Jessie Cave (play) Sunset by Jessie Cave (book) Fleabag by Phoebe Waller-Bridge The High Low Podcast The Grand Thunk, the podcast in which Alex Blanchard and Rhiannon Kearns discuss the books they've been reading, the films and TV shows they've been watching and the podcasts they've been listening to!

https://slatestarcodex.com/2020/06/01/book-review-origin-of-consciousness-in-the-breakdown-of-the-bicameral-mind/ I. Julian Jaynes' The Origin Of Consciousness In The Breakdown Of The Bicameral Mind is a brilliant book, with only two minor flaws. First, that it purports to explains the origin of consciousness. And second, that it posits a breakdown of the bicameral mind. I think it's possible to route around these flaws while keeping the thesis otherwise intact. So I'm going to start by reviewing a slightly different book, the one Jaynes should have written. Then I'll talk about the more dubious one he actually wrote. My hypothetical Jaynes 2.0 is a book about theory-of-mind. Theory-of-mind is our intuitive model of how the mind works. It has no relation to intellectual theories about how the mind is made of cognitive algorithms or instantiated on neurons in the brain. Every schoolchild has theory-of-mind. It goes like this: the mind is an imaginary space containing things like thoughts, emotions, and desires. I have mine and you have yours. I can see what's inside my mind, but not what's inside your mind, and vice versa. I mostly choose the things that are in my mind at any given time: I will thoughts to happen, and they happen; I will myself to make a decision, and it gets made. This needs a resource called willpower; if I don't have enough willpower, sometimes the things that happen in my mind aren't the ones I want. When important things happen, sometimes my mind gets strong emotions; this is natural, but I need to use lots of willpower to make sure I don't get overwhelmed by them and make bad decisions.

Ford unveils his bold new narrative; Dolores embraces her identity; Maeve sets her plan in motion. We're going through Westworld, scene by scene, in this re-watch podcast covering season one episode ten – The Bicameral Mind. Subscribe here! Like the show? Please consider supporting us on Patreon at http://patreon.com/talkingrecklesspodcast

We explore Julian Jaynes' ideas about the origin of consciousness contained in his influential 1976 book The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind.

Ryan & guest Justin (@J_Hagennn) are back to re-watch Season 1 Episode 10: "The Bicameral Mind" to see what they still love!THE PREMIERE IS ON SUNDAY WHAT - James and Ryan will be back Monday to discuss the Season 2 premiere. HYPE!Give it a listen and then hit us up on Twitter @WestWorldRyan to tell us what you think, plus you can rate us on iTunes if you're really cool.Photo credit: jaimcferran.deviantart.comSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/HBOBOIZSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Well, people, here we are, we have come to the end of the road of the first season of Westworld. Whether you loved it, hated it or kind of stuck around for the ride you are all the better for it. You have accomplished something you will tell your grandchildren about and they will be... The post Westworld S01E10 – The Bicameral Mind first appeared on Shows What You Know.

Well that’s it folks! We made it through the first season of Westworld. As the prophecy foretold, these violent delights did have violent ends. Maeve finally achieves sentients…or does she, Dolores finds the center of the maze, Ford has an abrupt ending, Bernard gets a second chance at “life”, and we find out the true …

The season 1 finale certainly didn't disappoint, to say the least, it was 90 minutes of fearing to take your eyes off of the screen for one second. We finally got our well-overdue confirmation of just who The Man In Black is. We get to see what really happened in Escalante so many years ago and what happened with Arnold. Maeve's uprising finally comes to fruition. We watch as The Bicameral Mind comes to life with Dolores in front of our eyes. The timelines theories get put to rest for good. And we finally get the unveiling of the new story line from Dr. Ford that has quite the interesting twist.

On this week's podcast, Andrew, Dwayne, and Tosin take an epic, deep-dive analysis of Westworld's stunning 90-minute Episode 1.10 "The Bicameral Mind," the Season 1 finale. Ford unveils his vision for a bold new narrative. Enlightened by Bernard and The Man in Black, Dolores comes to terms with who she is. Maeve sets her liberation plan in motion as Westworld faces a major upheaval [...]

All western robot shows on HBO must come to an end. Ryan and James recap, review, and analyze the Season One Finale of HBO's hit series Westworld entitled, "The Bicameral Mind."Give it a listen and then hit us up on Twitter @WestWorldRyan to tell us what you think, plus you can rate us on iTunes if you're really cool.And finally join us next week for a season one WRAP UP EXTRAVAGANZA as well as a look into the shows immediate future!Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/HBOBOIZSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

One more to go! Ryan and James recap, review, and analyze season one episode nine of HBO's hit series Westworld entitled, "The Well-Tempered Clavier."Give it a listen and then hit us up on Twitter @WestWorldRyan to tell us what you think, plus you can rate us on iTunes if you're really cool!And finally join us next Monday when we talk all about episode 10 entitled "The Bicameral Mind." SEASON FINALE, FOLKS!Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/HBOBOIZSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy