Rephonic
Artwork for Parallax
Philosophy
Spirituality
Poetry
Christianity
Capitalism
Creativity
Existentialism
Community
Tarot
Psychology
Gurdjieff
Belonging
Desire
Religion
Vajrayana Buddhism
Zoroastrianism
Technology
Masculinity
Art
Unique Self

www.parallax-media.eu/ Heterodox magazine for philosophy, spirituality and psychology

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes383Founded7 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
PhilosophySociety & Culture

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Parallax

Latest Episodes

Our review for the new movie

John Vervaeke and Thomas Jockin join Andrew Sweeny at Parallax for a conversation on beauty, Plato, Aristotle, the sacred, and the meaning crisis. What if the meaning crisis is also a crisis of beauty — and what if beauty is not merely something we l... more

YouTube

In this conversation, Andrew Sweeny sits down with author, scholar, and Cult of Personality host Greg Kaminsky to discuss his recent books The Silent Call of the Heart, Peregrine: Crossing Spiritual Boundaries to Find a New Home, and Entangled in Sun... more

YouTube

What is prophecy—and why does it matter today?In this conversation, Andrew Sweeny and Dr. Marc Gafni explore the relationship between wound and wonder, love and time, eros and ethics, and the radical idea that a prophet is someone who transforms pain... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

John Vervaeke
Professor and philosopher discussed by name
University/Philosophy (as referenced)
Episode: John Vervaeke & Thomas Jockin - How Beauty Saves the World
Greg Kaminsky
Author and host of Cult of Personality
Author
Episode: Greg Kaminsky - The Silent Call of the Heart: A Conversation
Thomas Jockin
Philosophy instructor, author of the beauty course
Mount St. Mary's University (Maryland)
Episode: Beauty Changes Your Life - Plato, Aristotle, and the Beautiful w. Thomas Jockin
Owen Cox
Foil and commentator providing contrasting perspective on America and Europe
Independent thinker
Episode: Max Borders, w. Owen Cox and Andrew Sweeny - The myth of America, part 1
Andrew Sweeny
Guest contributing historical and philosophical context
Independent thinker
Episode: Max Borders, w. Owen Cox and Andrew Sweeny - The myth of America, part 1
Marianne Costa
Tarot teacher, author, and course leader
Independent (Marianne Costa)
Episode: New Course: Integral Tarot with Marianne Costa
Maria Costa
Tarot master teaching a course in January
Episode: The Parallax View #167: A Tarot Reading
Dr. Marc Gafni
Author and teacher of Unique Self and spiritual philosophy
Episode: Unique Self 2: A Conversation with Dr. Marc Gafni – No Self and Unique Self
Marc Gafni
Philosopher and author known for his work on Unique Self theory
Parallax Media
Episode: Unique Self 2.0. with Marc Gafni

Host

Andrew Sweeny
Co-host known for contributing historical and philosophical context and offering interpretive readings.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Greg Kaminsky - The Silent Call of the Heart: A Conversation
Q: What does The Silent Call of the Heart represent for you personally?
It is a concise confession of turning from bookish knowledge to an inner, silent pull toward divinity, illustrated by stories like Little Luminous Blazing and the practical costs of that journey.
Greg Kaminsky - The Silent Call of the Heart: A Conversation
Q: How do you reconcile East/West spirituality in your work, especially in Peregrine and Entangled in Sunlight?
The guest argues for fluidity across traditions, showing how Western esoteric and Buddhist tantra share underlying dynamics, and that true practice transcends geographic or cultural boundaries.
Greg Kaminsky - The Silent Call of the Heart: A Conversation
Q: What role has Lama Traktung Rinpoche played in your development as a writer and practitioner?
He's the central impulse guiding his path; the conversation emphasizes that the teacher's blessing and teachings enable him to write and grow, shifting from merely accumulating knowledge to seeking direct understanding.
Dr. Marc Gafni - Identifying Your Unique Wound
Q: I kind of wanted to make a connection between your last course and this course, because the last course ended on this amazing crescendo.
There is a profound connection as we explore how desire itself is divine and how understanding this can lead to clarification of our unique selves.
The Parallax View #160: Embracing the Exile
Q: What does the process of maturing as a man look like?
It includes embracing and integrating feminine qualities alongside personal growth, rather than exhibiting egotistical behavior.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Parallax

What is Parallax about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, the conversations span philosophy, culture, spirituality, and literary critique, often centering on how tradition and modernity collide in art, politics, and everyday life. Notable threads include explorations of modernity and mysticism through literary figures, critiques of Western political and social structures, and practical engagements with esoteric practices like Tarot as tools for self-observation and ethical reading. A recurring pattern is pairing sharp, cross-disciplinary insights with a willingness to challenge conventional narratives—whether discussing the meaning of America, the fate of European civilization, or the ethics and aesthetics of Tarot reading. The format tends toward long-form, idea-forward di... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Parallax?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Parallax. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Parallax and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Parallax get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Parallax, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Parallax?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Parallax, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Parallax have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Parallax has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Parallax?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Parallax:

1. DEKONSTRUKTIV KRITIK
2. The Great Simplification with Nate Hagens
3. Sista Måltiden
4. Why Theory
5. The Symbolic World

How many episodes of Parallax are there?

Parallax launched 7 years ago and published 383 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Parallax?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Parallax?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Parallax from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Parallax?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Parallax. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Parallax?

Recent guests on Parallax include:

1. John Vervaeke
2. Greg Kaminsky
3. Thomas Jockin
4. Owen Cox
5. Andrew Sweeny
6. Marianne Costa
7. Maria Costa
8. Dr. Marc Gafni

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days