Here he and Jeff reflect on their time together almost a half-century ago. Their memories include time exploring UFO phenomena, interacting with the famous Israeli psychic, Uri Geller, and living at the Institute for the Study of Consciousness in Berkeley, California. It was also a time of great ferment in the world of physics at [...]

Here he explains that “scientism” (the religion of science) is very different from actual scientific practice. Scientific methodology, he claims, does not require that one hold to a particular world view. He suggests that phenomena that are labelled “supernatural” are actually part of the natural world that science can and does study. He believes that [...]

Here he describes his combat experience during the second world war, pointing out that the generals sometimes made disastrous decisions costing many lives. At other times they managed to execute brilliant strategies. He argues that it is essential to oppose injustice wherever it is found. He points out that the same injustices that result in [...]

In this wide-ranging conversation, Jorge and Jeff share their memories and reflections about a wide range of mystical paths. The discussion focuses on the relative merits of following set instructions from a guru to seek mystical insights. Another perspective come from the literature concerning spontaneous awakening of consciousness. Jorge explains why he believes that the [...]

Here he maintains that, unlike in Plato, deep psychotherapeutic insights can be found in Homer. In fact, Pierre’s development of “philosophical midwifery” is largely based on Homer. Plato was more of a pure mystic. Both Homer and Plato probably participated in the Eleusinian mysteries. In the Republic, Plato argues that Homer should not be taught [...]

Here he describes the origins of transpersonal psychology, focusing on the work of Abraham Maslow and Stanislav Grof. He notes that the “first wave” of thinkers in this field embraced the notion of a “perennial philosophy” or, in other words, an underlying unity to the world’s mystical and spiritual traditions. As a second wave theorist, [...]

Here, she reflects on her own transformation over the decades. Growing up in a privileged family, she was taught and conditioned not to feel empathy for those less fortunate. Today, however, she believes that compassion is her most important resource and that kindness is the work in which she is now engaged. The discussion also [...]

Here he maintains that String Theory is important because it is the only physical theory to satisfactorily account for all four physical forces: electromagnetism, gravity, and the weak and strong nuclear forces. The theory possesses mathematical elegance and has also proven its value in making empirical predictions. He describes the different approaches used by mathematicians [...]