August releases
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October releases
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January releases
I am updating this facility on a rolling basis, removing August entries when February arrives and so on, month by month.
Most of the descriptive text is drawn from YouTube and other external sources.
August releases
How faith can re-enchant a left-brained world
Iain McGilchrist in conversation with Justin Brierley and Belle Tindall from Seen & Unseen
“Iain’s thesis on the left and right hemispheres of the brain has been highly influential. He believes ‘left hemispheric’ thinking has come to dominate much of modern culture in negative ways. He speaks with Belle and Justin about whether we can we re-enchant our view of the world by re-engaging a ‘right hemispheric’ view of life, love and faith.”
Running time 1:08:32
Metaphysics & the Matter with Things
An Evening with Iain McGilchrist
“Convened by The Center for Process Studies and California Institute of Integral Studies in March 2024, this collaborative three-day conference brought leading process thinkers across various disciplines — including physics, neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, and theology — into critical dialogue with McGilchrist’s work in a collegial effort to assess, question, extend, and apply it.”
Running time 1:36:34
Perennial Mysteries of Life & Death
Iain McGilchrist in conversation with Tim Freke
This is the first in the What is Life? series, hosted by Tim Freke.
Running time 1:27:35
September releases
Finding Meaning in a World Gone Mad, with Iain McGilchrist
Planet Local Voices interview series | Local Futures
“In this episode, Iain McGilchrist’s research on the differences between the left and right hemispheres provide the backdrop for discussions of the human experience of the sublime, and how important that experience is if we are to reestablish social and ecological balance in the world. He discusses his long-standing appreciation for the local, the place-based and the natural, suggesting that these offer avenues towards right-hemisphere aspects of our experience – aspects which have been neglected ”to our detriment.
Running time 15:53
Brain Hemispheres & Woke
Iain McGilchrist in conversation with Mark Walsh, Embodiment Unlimited
“Psychiatrist and author Iain joins me [Mark Walsh] to talk poetry, silos, the two hemispheres of the brain, why we have both, dehumanisation, AI, rules, human medecine, why the body is not a machine, gender, spontaneity, why not to give up, the creativity of science, pseudo-religion, wokeness, postmodernism, the glory of the West, his inner critic, humour, his personal right-brain practices, and what to do about it all.”
The Embodiment Channel — YouTube
Running time 55:31
Scientific Reasons WHY Woke Leftists Are Bad at Understanding Others
Iain McGilchrist in conversation with Andrew Gold
See also next item.
Running time 11:13
The Culture Wars is Full of Angry NARCISISSTIC Idiots
Running time 18:52
October releases
The Mystery of Consciousness
Dr. Iain McGilchrist’s Keynote at Kinross House (2024)
The Wonderstruck Podcast with Elizabeth Rovere
Wonderstruck website | Read about Elizabeth Rovere
“Prepare to have your understanding of consciousness transformed. In this captivating keynote, world-renowned philosopher and neuroscientist Dr. Iain McGilchrist delves into the depths of the human mind, exploring how the hemispheres of the brain shape our perception of reality. He challenges conventional thinking about consciousness, matter, and the nature of existence, offering a radical yet insightful perspective that will leave you questioning what you thought you knew.
Delivered at ‘A Symposium on Consciousness’ on August 2, 2024, at the stunning Kinross House Estate in Scotland, this talk was presented by Wonderstruck, The Center for the Study of World Religions at Harvard Divinity School, and Five Books.
Discover why Dr. McGilchrist believes consciousness is the foundation of reality, and explore the provocative questions raised by his research: What role do our brain hemispheres play in shaping reality? How does our attention alter the world around us? Is consciousness the ultimate reality?
This keynote is not an academic lecture—it’s a journey into the heart of what it means to be human.”
Running time 1:00:53
November releases
Biology, the brain and the meaning of life
Philip Ball in conversation with Iain McGilchrist
A profound but quiet transformation in biology is changing the way we think about life. Philip Ball — physicist, longtime contributor and former editor at Nature, and the author of over 25 books — explores this paradigm shift in his latest book, How Life Works: A Users Guide to the New Biology. As part of its Meanings of Science Project, Samuel Loncar, editor and project director at Marginalia Review of Books, hosted a conversation with Philip Ball and Iain McGilchrist, psychiatrist, neuroscience researcher, philosopher, and the author of The Matter With Things.
Running time 44:46
Curt’s Experience with Psychosis
Iain McGilchrist in conversation with Curt Jaimungal
Theories of Everything podcast
Running time 12:46
The Hidden Potential of the Human Brain
Iain McGilchrist in conversation with Curt Jaimungal
In this episode of Theories of Everything, Curt Jaimungal sits down with Iain McGilchrist to dive deep into the practical implications of his groundbreaking work on brain hemispheres, consciousness, and wisdom. They explore how Eastern and Western philosophies intersect with his insights, shaping our understanding of reality, spirituality, and the human experience.
Running time 2:48:25
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Why Do We Laugh?
Exploring the Nature of Humor with John Cleese and Dr. Iain McGilchrist.
The Wonderstruck Podcast with Elizabeth Rovere
Is humor just a form of entertainment, or does it reveal deeper truths about the human experience? In this lively discussion from A Symposium on Consciousness on August 3, 2024, comedy legend John Cleese joins psychiatrist and philosopher Dr. Iain McGilchrist to explore The Nature of Humour. Hosted by Wonderstruck’s Elizabeth Rovere, this session dives into the essential role of humor in understanding the mind, human relationships, and even our cultural divides.
Cleese, known for his work with Monty Python and as a writer, actor, and creator of iconic comedy, shares personal anecdotes and reflections on humor’s power to offer perspective in tough times. McGilchrist, renowned for his work on the brain’s hemispheres, adds a neuroscientific and philosophical lens, discussing how humor can foster resilience, empathy, and creativity by engaging the brain’s right hemisphere. Together, they discuss irony, the beauty of playful thinking, and how humor bridges intellectual and emotional experiences.
This conversation touches on how humor operates differently across cultures, the challenges posed by literal thinking, and the modern tendency toward “woke” sensitivity that can misunderstand humor’s intent. With personal stories from Cleese’s childhood and insights on the limits of mechanistic thinking from McGilchrist, this discussion is both entertaining and thought-provoking, making it a must-watch for anyone curious about the intersection of comedy, psychology, and philosophy.
Running time 1:00:43
December releases
Aligning with the Creative Impulse of the Universe
Iain McGilchrist in conversation with Niall McKeever, The Weekend University
00:00 Intro01:42 The Nature of Consciousness
07:29 Idealism’s Role in Consciousness
12:57 Pursuing Flourishing Through Complexity
22:09 Living in Alignment with Core Values
28:56 Embracing Skepticism and Inherent Value
32:31 Root Causes of Modern Crisis
42:19 Left vs. Right Brain and Learning
49:11 Writing as a Path of Personal Discovery
Running time 1:06:01
I am in the process of creating a transcript of this important conversation. The formatted but unedited text has no speakers identified, contains speech-to-text errors (the software does not hear The Matter With Things for example) and runs to 18 Word pages, so much work is required. I intend to complete this before the end of January 2025.
January releases
No new free-to-view videos have been released.
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Channel McGilchrist — free-to-view videos
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Left Brain & Right Brain: 20 Brain Hemisphere Differences from “The Master and His Emissary” on Sloww.co website
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Iain McGilchrist and his theory of brain hemisphere differences
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