The Symbolic World

In this video, previously released as a patron-only video, I talk about artificial intelligence (AI) and how it relates to both the deity Moloch and the genie's lamp. Original video: https://youtu.be/ssGKniyIUGk ---------------------- Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Coming up next... 00:00:28 - Intro music 00:00:53 - Introduction 00:01:35 - Can't stop, won't stop 00:05:12 - A desire to die 00:07:01 - Worki...

In one of our most important Universal History episodes yet, Richard Rohlin takes us through the origin of nationalism, what nations are, what they need to exist, and where they come from. How do these narratives about identity fit into what we have been calling Universal History? And how can we properly participate in the world around us? -AMBORIA KICKSTARTER: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects...

Many of you might have seen this Q&A on YouTube already. It's been on YouTube for a whole 6 months and we have made many clips from it, but since it's such a good discussion, I thought it would be a shame not to have it on the podcast too. Thank you to the Royal Northern College of Music for hosting the discussion. YouTube video: https://youtu.be/OutbtwqxZn0 ---------------------------------...

This podcast might be more suitable to watch in video form since the topic of discussion is design: https://youtu.be/tzpvLekXy6U Heather Pollington is a UK-based Lead Graphic and Surface Designer working in the Film and Television Industry. She has been involved with many popular films like Hellboy 2, Skyfall, Maleficent 2, Marvel's Eternals, and more. She designed the new Symbolic World logo and...

I sit down with John Vervaeke and Jacob Howland to discuss The Symposium, one of the great dialogues of Plato. Professor Jacob Howland is Director of University of Austin, Texas' Intellectual Foundations program. Previously, Howland served as McFarlin Professor of Philosophy at the University of Tulsa and Senior Fellow at the Tikvah Fund. He is the author of five books and one edited book, includi...

https://events.eventzilla.net/e/estuary-chino-2023-2138601197 Date of event: Thursday, 18 May 2023 12:00 PM - Sunday, 21 May 2023 4:00 PM PDT Place of event: CrossPoint Church, 6950 Edison Ave, Chino, CA, 91710, United States. Join Jonathan Pageau, John Vervaeke, and Paul VanderKlay for a two-day event with presentations, conversations, and break-out sessions using the Estuary Protocol, moderated...

This is the fourth video in my series on the Book of Exodus. I discuss the final Plague of Egypt, the death of the firstborn. Exodus playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVX4HUUPrIY9XKQi8WMm1WDVcjNcCIf4k 00:53 - 02:14 - Website announcement --- 💻 Website and blog: http://www.thesymbolicworld.com 🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/jonathanpageau 🗣 Join The Symbolic World Community for discussi...

This is a repost from an interview I did a month ago on Seraphim Hamilton's YouTube channel. Seraphim is Orthodox and does a lot of Biblical analysis and theology-themed videos. In this discussion, he asked me about my work and approach to symbolism in Christianity, theology, and universal history. We also spoke about the current moment, the Son of Man, and the beauty of Scripture. - Original inte...

In this episode of my Universal History series with Richard Rohlin, we discuss the Old English poem, Beowulf. Also, stay tuned for an online course we will host in the coming months about Beowulf from a symbolic perspective. Support Richard’s project on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/strangeowlgames Original video: https://youtu.be/z48XXFRTerk Universal History playlist: https://youtube.com/play...

This is a discussion I had with Fr. Andrew Damick and Richard Rohlin from Ancient Faith Ministries about an Orthodox pilgrimage they made to Lithuania. They have an upcoming documentary and a podcast called The Wolf and the Cross about what they learned about Orthodoxy in Lithuania. Original video: https://youtu.be/36mr6G-rHUc?t=1641 Discussed images: - Image of the icon, Our Lady of the Gate of D...

Gregg Hurwitz is the New York Times #1 internationally bestselling author of 23 thrillers including the Orphan X series. In this podcast, we discuss a recent graphic novel he wrote called New Think. It covers some of the dangers of technology in our current culture, through the lens of agency and attention. We also talk about politics, propaganda, and community. New Think (paperback): https://www....

This is a repost of a Scala Foundation webinar in anticipation of the upcoming Scala Conference in April 2023. The topic of our discussion was Mary and the Burning Bush, so we discussed Mary, the Mother of Christ, and her symbolic significance in Christianity, how she relates to revelation, veiling, body, art, the role and power of the feminine, community, and much more. The Scala Conference will...

Please take note that given this talk is about art, you might want to watch the YouTube version where you can see the images I talk about: https://youtu.be/1WYh20sYBsQ In this episode, I take you through the history of modern art through the lens of desacralization, finally also making the argument that in a way, we might have reached its end. ========== - The Symbolic World website and blog: www....

Dr. Michael Legaspi is an Associate Professor of the Old Testament at Saint Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary. In this discussion, we explore the Psalms and the question of subjectivity, perception, the soul, memory, participation, and attention. https://www.svots.edu/people/dr-michael-legaspi - Original video: https://youtu.be/nZA2XLjOzC4 - The Symbolic World website and blog: www.thesymbo...

This is a repost of a discussion on the More Christ channel and podcast where Spencer Klavan and I were invited to have a conversation. We discussed some of our agreements, especially pertaining to his book, titled "How to Save the West". Please support the More Christ channel and stay tuned for our collaborations. Original video: More Christ - Episode 95: Jonathan Pageau and Spencer Klavan: God,...

Recently there's been some online debate about icons and the veneration of icons. In this podcast episode, I try to take a step back to show the deeper reason why icons are important in the thrust and fullness of God's revelation. - Original video: https://youtu.be/bSo3ThY9D0M - The Symbolic World website and blog: www.thesymbolicworld.com - Merch: www.thesymbolicworld.store - Language of Creation...

I sit down with Brandon Dayton, an artist who wrote a beautiful and interesting comic book called Green Monk. We discuss his work and inspiration. Green Monk: Blood of the Martyrs by Brandon Dayton: https://www.amazon.com/Green-Monk-Martyrs-Brandon-Dayton/dp/1534308318 - Original video: https://youtu.be/zA7CSppNhFA - The Symbolic World website and blog: www.thesymbolicworld.com - Merch: www.thesym...

Exodus 5-10. In light of my participation in Jordan Peterson's Exodus Seminar, I'm continuing with my own commentary on Exodus. This is part 3 where we cover primarily the 10 plagues of Egypt and the symbolic pattern they embody. Part 1: Slaves in Egypt: Exodus 1-2: https://youtu.be/3mbZYgZfHo4 Part 2: The Burning Bush: Exodus 3-4: https://youtu.be/xG72lKeQ5SY Make sure to head to Daily Wire: http...

I interviewed Fr. Christopher Foley, Fr. James Bozeman and Fr. David Bozeman, three Orthodox priests who are also in a rock band called Luxury. They started Luxury in the 90s but have since started making music again, released an album in 2019 and are working on a new one. We discuss their story, their music and approach to art, how to reconcile secular art with the sacred, their influences and cr...

John Vervaeke will release a new YouTube series called After Socrates, that’ll premiere on 9th January 2023 and then release two episodes per week. In this podcast episode we talk about what his series will be about, Socrates, Plato, mythos and knowledge, how our work intersect and differ, higher consciousness and much more. John Vervaeke's New Series: After Socrates | Premieres January 9th, 2023:...

I sat down with Christopher Mastropietro, a trained philosopher who has been working with John Vervaeke on various projects. They wrote a book together called ‘Zombies in Western Culture: A Twenty-First Century Crisis’ and Chris is currently helping John to turn his Meaning Crisis lecture series into a book. In our conversation we discuss how these ideas about symbolism in a postmodern world are c...

I talk with Luke Burgis, an author and expert of René Girard. He's written a book called 'Wanting: the Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life'. Today we discuss Girard, the problem and solution of sacrifice, Christianity, desire and rivalry, our modern concern for victims after the World Wars, the formation of Antichrist, cancel culture and more. Enjoy. Luke Burgis' book, 'Wanting: the Power of...

This is the first episode of a series of discussions about Anglo–Saxon myths and their role in the Universal History. Books mentions: - Apocalypse of Pseudo-Methodius: An Alexandrian World Chronicle (Dumbarton Oaks Medieval Library): https://www.amazon.com/Apocalypse-Alexandrian-Chronicle-Dumbarton-Medieval/dp/0674053079 - Syriac work called The Cave of Treasures, translated by Sebastian Brock (Ea...

In light of my participation in Jordan Peterson's Exodus Seminar, I'm continuing with my own commentary on Exodus. This is my second episode on the subject, where I will cover the burning bush in Exodus 3 all the way up to Zipporah and the circumcision of Moses' son in Exodus 4. Original YouTube video: https://youtu.be/xG72lKeQ5SY My first video on Exodus: Slaves in Egypt: Exodus 1-2: https://yout...

In light of my recent participation in Jordan Peterson's Exodus Seminar, I thought I would do a commentary on Exodus for those who are looking for more content on the subject. For the convesation, make sure to head to Daily Wire: https://www.dailywire.com/show/exodus Original video: https://youtu.be/3mbZYgZfHo4 - The Symbolic World website and blog: www.thesymbolicworld.com - Merch: www.thesymboli...