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Pathways with Joseph Campbell

Joseph Campbell Foundation
Mythology
Buddhism
Joseph Campbell
Art and Mythology
Thomas Mann
Jungian Psychology
Freedom
Ego
Anima/animus
Kent State University
Vietnam War
Schopenhauer
Freud's Interpretation Of Dreams
Identity
Sigmund Freud
Hinduism
Symbolism
Life After Death
Politics
Comparative Mythology

An official podcast of the Joseph Campbell Foundation and the MythMaker Podcast Network that unearths little-heard talks from Joseph Campbell and examines their context and meaning. Hosted by Brad Olson, PhD.

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Recorded in 1963 for WNET-TV New York, this rare lecture features Joseph Campbell guiding us through the long, layered emergence of The Gods of Egypt, tracing how five millennia of cultural mingling—from Paleolithic hunters to Neolithic farmers to Ne... more

In this episode of Pathways with Joseph Campbell, we explore Campbell’s 1976 lecture Symbols of the Christian Faith, where he examines how the great motifs of Christianity - creation, fall, redemption, virgin birth, resurrection - are not literal eve... more

In this bonus lecture from Campbell’s WNDT TV days in the early 1960's, The Shaman and the Priest, he contrasts two ancient spiritual lineages: the lone visionary who gains power through ordeal, and the priest who serves the continuity of the communi... more

In this episode, we present audio from two rare televised lectures from Joseph Campbell’s early public-broadcast career - Dead Sea Scrolls and No God but God - originally aired on WNDT in New York in the early 1960s.

In these archival recordings, Ca... more

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Bradley Olson
Host of the podcast, providing contextual insights and commentary on Joseph Campbell's lectures.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 313 ratings
  • You Can’t Go Wrong With Joe C

    Brad, Thank you for presenting our beloved American maverick in all his articulate strength and musing philosophical humor. Your portrait is unerring. Your insights always valuable. It’s a joy to tune in - to see what nooks ‘n crannies Joe C’ll have us moving into next.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    St. Francie
    United States2 months ago
  • A gift

    I have always wished I could be a student in Campbell’s classes, and these recordings, lovingly bookended with their own context, are making my wish come true! Thank you for keeping Campbell’s words reverberating beyond time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beehivesteph
    United States6 months ago
  • Original recordings -

    I really enjoy following these original recordings, thank you for sharing them

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    llllllllilu
    Germany2 years ago
  • Wonderful lessons

    I’m so glad to find this podcast. To have the opportunity to hear Professor Campbell. Thank you all who makes this possible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    txaizao
    Brazil3 years ago
  • One of my favorite podcasts, listening to Joseph Campbell lecture is a treat, and I appreciate the commentary

    Audible
    5
    Michelle Storey
    United States3 years ago

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Reviews often express gratitude for the rich content and articulate presentation by the host, praising the blend of context with the original lectures.
Feedback includes excitement over the accessibility of Campbell's works, with many noting the podcast as a valuable resource for personal and intellectual exploration.
Listeners appreciate the opportunity to hear Joseph Campbell's lectures, emphasizing the insights and depth offered in his discussions.

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Bonus: Psychological Implications of Mythology (Part 2 )
Q: Can you tell us about the Indian people?
The host indicated they would be discussing Indian culture in the upcoming episodes.
EP 43: Mythology - The Path (Part 2)
Q: Do you find that Lévi-Strauss really cares that he went to value for studying dead bodies?
I find Lévi-Strauss excessively complicated and focused too much on language instead of myth's visual and imaginative core.
EP 43: Mythology - The Path (Part 2)
Q: What will be the myths of the future?
Myths are slow to develop, emerging only after centuries, and they reflect particular communities in specific historical contexts.

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This podcast features little-known lectures from the renowned mythologist Joseph Campbell, offering listeners deep insights into his interpretations of mythology, religion, and psychology. Each episode presents a unique lecture that explores themes such as the significance of symbols, the interplay between different cultures, and the enduring relevance of myths in contemporary society. The combination of Campbell's original lectures and contextual discussions by the host deepens understanding and makes the complexities of these topics accessible to a broad audience. This series is likely to appeal to those interested in mythology, spirituality, psychology, and cultural studies, providing a rich resource for personal growth and exploration.

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