Recorded at Naropa University in 1974, Ram Dass joins Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, John Baker, Jim Green and Duncan Campbell for a conversation around the notion of ego and personal identification.
In this panel discussion, the group explores the concepts of ego in both Western psychology and Eastern traditions. Exploring what the notion of ego really is, and ... Show More
Sep 23
Ep. 287 – The Secret of Compassion
In this powerful lecture on responding to suffering, Ram Dass draws on the wisdom of the Buddha, Trungpa Rinpoche, and Wavy Gravy, and offers his insight into the secret of compassion. The Ram Dass community gathers regularly to engage in meaningful discussions about the podcast. ... Show More
1h 5m
Jan 2021
Overcoming Individualism | Chakravarthi Ram-Prasad
Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesIn Western society, individualism is everywhere – whether it’s being fuelled by capitalism, technology or populist politics, we are being encouraged to think of ourselves more than ever before. But ... Show More
29m 38s
Dec 2023
Ego: The Stoic Perspective (Part 1)
Today begins a three-part series exploring ego. I question whether ego is the 'big bad boogey monster' of Vice, setting the stage for a week-long thematic exploration. Initially, I discuss a meditation from Marcus Aurelius, which, although not explicitly about ego (since the conc ... Show More
13m 9s
Jul 2023
Being ourselves and being with others | Janne Teller, Stefan Priebe, Sophie Ward
In a world that places a premium on independence, are we undervaluing the power of community?Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesIn this engrossing debate, we examine the societal shift towards solo living and ask critical questions ... Show More
43m 37s
Jan 2021
Philosophy for our Times Presents: 'Beyond Us'
Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesPhilosophy for Our Times is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of Beyond Us, an all-new podcast series by the IAI, exploring four concepts that define the modern world: knowledge, competition, ... Show More
56s
Feb 2023
Catching Sight of Our Self | Iain McGilchrist, Betty Sue Flowers, Anil Ananthaswamy, and Bence Nanay
Is knowing oneself even possible? Listen to find out.Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesFrom the self-help industry to the contemporary focus on mental health, the ancient Greek maxim 'Know Thyself', is very much in fashion. But man ... Show More
49m 45s