Tom and Dorion give their collective (and) conscious take on the conversation with Carl Jung, exploring his insights on personality and psychological traits and revealing aspects of Jung’s complicated personal life — which may have led to some of his greatest work. Topics discussed: What’s your psychological “brand”? The difference between serendipity and synchronicity (including some fascinating real-life examples) Jung’s idea of the persona The impact of Jung’s relationship with...

You’re not dreaming: finally, an in-depth conversation with Carl Jung, the father of analytic psychology, about the vast and varied power of the unconscious mind (personal and collective). As you’ll hear from the source, Jung’s psychological theories never get old; not only did he introduce terms you hear in today’s casual conversation (like “introvert” and “extrovert”), but he also influenced popular personality assessments, like the Myers-Briggs test. Topics discussed: The inside scoop...

Tom and Dorion reveal themselves to be the ultimate Marcus Aurelius stans as they review their conversation with the ever-popular Stoic philosopher. You’ll probably agree our world would be much better off if our leaders had even one iota of Aurelius’ character — and philosophy. Topics discussed: Virtue-driven vs. ambition-driven leadership (and, relatedly, a musing on if politicians had garage sales…) What Stoicism and Buddhism have in common The pitfalls of human reasoning A dog’s...

We’d say Marcus Aurelius was a rock star philosopher, but that would fly in the face of what being a Stoic is all about. Imagine being the most powerful person in the world yet taking time every night to jot notes to yourself about how to be a better person. That’s the kind of guy Aurelius was, and it’s also why his wisdom on navigating life’s complexities is as relevant to this day as they were in his time — and clearly something to, well, meditate on. Topics discussed: What Aurelius’...

Tom and Dorion dive back into the depths of their conversation with Friedrich Nietzsche to surface the core personal development golden nuggets that have only gotten more valuable over time. Topics discussed: How Nietzsche’s concepts are forerunners to today’s pop positivity, encouraging us to passionately embrace life, live authentically, and fully engage with each moment Why we’ve got to be active — not passive — players in our own lives A closer look at the Will to Power, and how...

The ever-memeable, often misunderstood, always compelling Friedrich Nietzsche might be best known for declaring “God is dead,” but it doesn’t mean he lived without beliefs, faith, and convictions. Join Dorion and Tom as they go deep with the rebel prodigy who urges us to become who we think we are by embracing suffering, rejecting absolute truths, and celebrating our individual creativity and expression. (Not what you’d expect from a renowned nihilist, is it?) Topics discussed: Why and...

Tom and Dorion reflect on our conversation with Jesus and dive a bit deeper into the holy waters — after all, Tom was an altar boy, his mother's brothers were ministers, and he’s even been saved. So, of course, he’s got some added insights into WWJD. Topics discussed: Why much of our misunderstandings about Jesus are due to language How people who interpret historical accounts of their time see things through a particular cultural lens — and why it’s critical to examine its relevance to...

Listen in and hear the truth from the Truth, about what most people get wrong about his life and his message. Topics discussed: Is it okay to use OMG? The two most important commandments What it really means to be born again The true meaning of taking God’s name in vain Original sin and the essence of evil Images and archetypes Did he even exist? The power of myth Seeing his face in a pancake

Tom and Dorion go over our Plato conversation, covering everything from the nature of reality and knowledge to Plato’s problem with popular entertainment (although we know he would’ve loved Rocky, Braveheart, Gladiator, and maybe especially Erin Brockovich). Topics discussed: • Plato’s “think it all out” schtick and what’s fun got to do with it. (Hint: not much) • Happiness, according to Plato. (Hint: it’s not about pleasure) • Why what could be a tagline for spicy potato chips is a good...

We go deep with the G.O.A.T. on the secrets behind his enduring philosophy, his feelings about Ancient Greece, and the killing of his beloved Socrates. Plato also chimes in on our present day obsession with mindless entertainment. Topics discussed: • The paradoxical nature of Ancient Athens • Socrates and “Know Thyself” • The Academy • Who were the Sophists? • The Socratic method • Was Socrates schizophrenic? • Fake news and the trial of Socrates • The Allegory of the Cave •...

Siddhartha Gautama speaks from the heart, giving you a little peace of mind with his views on suffering, the Noble Truths, Self discovery, and enlightenment. Blissful insights abound; Zen not included. Topics discussed: • Siddhartha’s early life and “spiritual journey” • How it feels to be dead • The true nature of reality • Being tempted by the demon Mara • The problem with pleasure • The Four Noble Truths • The real cause of suffering • The Eightfold Path • How it feels to be...

Do you ever wonder what it would be like to grab a coffee with the greatest thinkers and doers who’ve ever lived? You can stop wondering. I Hear Dead People™ is the podcast that brings history’s most renowned thinkers, leaders, and teachers back to life… sort of. The conjurers of these thought-provoking, life-affirming conversations are dead-serious students of history, philosophy, and human behavior. They’re passing on authentic wisdom from the great beyond to bring to life fresh ideas,...