2008 IONS Teleseminars
IONS' original Wednesday-night teleseminar series, then titled "Shift in Action," ran from 2005-2009. The 2008 lineup included Anodea Judith, Michael Harner, and Rinaldo Brutoco.
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"Continuing the African Journey" with Coumba Touré
Hope, Innovation, and Inspiration
Coumba Touré reminds us that consciousness shift is a global phenomena. Coumba is a young 33-year-old visionary, social innovator and African social entrepreneur finding solutions to some of the most critical issues and challenges confronting the world and Africa. Coumba Touré models what it means to be a global citizen.
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"Psychology of the Chakras" with Anodea Judith
Anodea Judith is a true pioneer in bringing the Eastern map of the chakras into dialogue and application with Western psychology. In this far-ranging interview, she explores the power of this map to understand personal and collective evolution, as well as the current challenges we face in moving from a third chakra culture based on the “love of power” to a fourth chakra culture based on the “power of love.”
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"Natural Mindfulness" with John Astin
John Astin, co-director of the Mind-Body Medicine Research Group, talks with host Marilyn Schlitz about bringing attention to attention.
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"Shamanism and Reality" with Michael Harner
In this teleseminar, host Marilyn Schlitz talks with Michael Harner, widely acknowledged as the world's foremost authority on shamanism. Dr. Harner discusses his decades of research into the shamanic practices of tribes around the world and the common elements he discovered.
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"Transformation through the Arts" with Nina Wise
In this teleseminar, host Marilyn Schlitz talks with Nina Wise, who is known for her provocative and original performance works. They discuss the value of improvisation in transformational work.
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"Healing Power of Meditation" with Susan Taylor
Imagine combining meditation science with time-tested nutritional, breathing and relaxation techniques. Dr. Susan Taylor did. Today, the growing popularity of yoga has offered many people a glimpse into the benefits of meditation. Yet, while yoga is traditionally intended as a preparation for deeper meditative experiences, yoga classes often only address the physical aspects of the practice.
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"Rise of the Integral Worldview" with Steve McIntosh
Defining the integral worldview as one that simultaneously addresses both one's "inner" experience and "outer" conditions, Steven outlines its power to help address global legacy problems while preserving local historical and cultural values.
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"The Economy through a Consciousness Lens" with Rinaldo Brutoco
Rinaldo Brutoco, Founder & President of the World Business Academy talks with IONS Editorial Director Matthew Gilbert about our economy at this challenging time. Rinaldo offers great practical information to help us understand the implications of collective consciousness on our macro and micro economic well-being.
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"Whole Person Healthcare" with Ilene Serlin
Dr. Ilene Serlin, a clinical psychologist and dance/movement therapist, talks with host, Marilyn Schlitz, about an interdisciplinary collaborative health care model which is defined in the three volume book set she edited: Whole Person Healthcare. Ilene provides the historical context on the use of music and movement in the ‘backrooms’ of hospitals.
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"Dancing with Difference" with Erich Jarvis
The Heart of Science
When he was eighteen years old, Erich Jarvis stood at a crossroads: should he be a professional dancer or a scientist? Not only is his personal story compelling but his dedication, perseverance, and enthusiasm for his field of science is inspiring.
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"World Democracy, Deep Politics, and the 2008 Election" with Byron Belitsos (interview)
Author, editor, publisher and political activist Byron Belitsos talks with host Matthew Gilbert about Democratic World Federalists. He describes many possible routes to creating a world government, some preferable to others.
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"World Democracy, Deep Politics, and the 2008 Election" with Byron Belitsos (Q&A)
Author, editor, publisher and political activist Byron Belitsos talks with host Matthew Gilbert about Democratic World Federalists. He describes many possible routes to creating a world government, some preferable to others.
