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What Is Developmental Philosophy?
Join us! In this talk, Steve will give us an update on the philosophy book he is currently working on. He will also discuss the emerging category of philosophy called “developmental philosophy,” and talk about some of the recent philosophy books he’s been reading. This will be followed by a group discussion about philosophy in […]
Breakout Discussions on Cultural Evolution – September 11
This Wednesday’s Zoom group will be a bit different. Instead of a guest presenter, this time we’ll focus on interactive discussions and breakout groups centered around two thought-provoking questions 1. If you could change one thing about American society, what would it be? 2. Regarding the evolution of culture and consciousness, where do you see that happening? […]
Matthew Segall, PhD Presents: Rudolf Steiner’s “Social Threefolding”
Last week, process philosopher Matthew Segall, PhD spoke with Steve McIntosh’s Zoom group about Rudolf Steiner’s concept of “Social Threefolding.” Steiner’s idea for the threefolding of society suggests that a conscious differentiation (not division) of economic, political, and cultural domains can bring clarity to the healthy impulses seeking expression in each domain. The hope is […]
New Article by Carter Phipps
In his thought-provoking article, Carter Phipps explores the growing movement of legalized psychedelics, examining both the significant opportunities and potential pitfalls. Drawing parallels to Carl Sagan’s warning about the perils of cultural regression in “The Demon-Haunted World,” Phipps highlights how modern society’s rediscovery of psychedelics could unlock new stages of consciousness and foster spiritual growth. […]
The (Old) New Right: Notes on an Integral Conservatism – David Storey, PhD
What is happening on the political right in America? The old right, the new right, and even the “post-Trump” right? Where is it going? And how can developmental philosophy help us make sense of it? In his talk, Professor David Storey, categorizes the camps and characters that have emerged on the right, from Christian nationalism, […]
Steve McIntosh on Student Protests of the Israel-Hamas War
Steve reflects on the campus protests, observing the interplay between the protestors’ mixed motivations, which include both world-centric morality and ethnocentric morality. He discusses how the protests provide a window into the current state of the progressive postmodern worldview overall. He then concludes by observing that the liberation of the Palestinian people ultimately requires an […]
The Pursuit of Higher Ground presented by Rand Stagen
In last week’s Zoom group, Rand Stagen presented The Pursuit of Higher Ground. Rand’s presentation revealed why the root cause of America’s current divisions is not race, class, or politics but worldviews. Drawing upon the wisdom of the Stoics (who invite us to recognize that “what’s IN the way IS the way), Rand revealed the […]
Andrew Davis Ph.D. Presents: The Cosmic Call of Value – Five Propositions
Andrew Davis presented The Cosmic Call of Value: Five Propositions in Steve McIntosh’s monthly Zoom group. In his presentation, he framed his propositions not as declarative statements but as “invitations for attention” or what Alfred North Whitehead refers to as “lures for feeling.” Who are we? Why does anything at all exist? What is it […]
Steve McIntosh Keynote Speaker the Denver Integral Conference, May 16-19th 2024
We want to let you know about an upcoming conference on integral philosophy and practice, being organized by Paul Bloch and Tom Habib of the new ICON organization. The conference is being held in Denver, Colorado May 16-19th 2024. Steve McIntosh will be giving a Keynote presentation, and I will also be attending. Here is […]
Steve McIntosh Shares Themes of His Forthcoming Philosophy Book
In Wednesday’s Zoom group, Steve will share a key chapter from the philosophy book he is currently writing. This forthcoming book (as yet untitled) won’t be published until late next year, but Steve will provide a preview by discussing its central themes of noosphere evolution and humanity’s higher purpose. This talk will not be made available […]