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Pathways with Joseph Campbell

Pathways with Joseph Campbell

By: Joseph Campbell Foundation
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An official podcast of the Joseph Campbell Foundation and the MythMaker Podcast Network that unearths little-heard talks from Joseph Campbell and examines their context and meaning. Hosted by Brad Olson, PhD.2021 Joseph Campbell Foundation Art Social Sciences World
Episodes
  • Bonus: The Mother Goddess
    Feb 18 2025

    This bonus episode, recorded at WNYC TV in 1963, was part of the “Myth, Mask, & Dream” lecture series. In this episode, Campbell explores the mythological significance of the “Mother Goddess” across the Neolithic, Bronze, and early Iron Ages. Please note that the audio quality improves approximately 15 seconds into the lecture.

    Pathways with Joseph Campbell is hosted by Brad Olson, PhD and is a production of the Joseph Campbell Foundation. It is produced by Tyler Lapkin. Executive Producer, John Bucher. Audio and editing services provided by Charles Mallett.

    For more information on the MythMaker Podcast Network and Joseph Campbell, visit JCF.org.

    All music exclusively provided by APM Music (apmmusic.com)

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    27 mins
  • EP 39: Mythological Images
    Feb 4 2025

    This episode of Pathways, the final full episode of Season 4, features a lecture recorded in 1985 in Southwest Germany. In it, Joseph Campbell explores the significance of mythological images and reflects on some of the major themes that shaped his life and work. He also shares personal stories about how and why he became so passionate about mythology. Dr. Bradley Olson introduces the episode and provides insightful commentary on some of its important themes at the conclusion.

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    Pathways with Joseph Campbell is hosted by Brad Olson, PhD and is a production of the Joseph Campbell Foundation. It is produced by Tyler Lapkin. Executive Producer, John Bucher. Audio and editing services provided by Charles Mallett.

    For more information on the MythMaker Podcast Network and Joseph Campbell, visit JCF.org.

    All music exclusively provided by APM Music (apmmusic.com)

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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Bonus: Psyche & Symbol
    Jan 15 2025

    This lecture, recorded at the Esalen Institute in 1981, features Joseph Campbell delving into Jung’s concepts of the Anima and Animus, the shadow in psychology, and the role of myth in helping us navigate unexpected life challenges.

    Note: This recording is a recently discovered continuation of the lecture featured in the January 2023 bonus episode, Transparent to the Transcendent: A Brief Introduction to Mythology.

    Pathways with Joseph Campbell is hosted by Brad Olson, PhD and is a production of the Joseph Campbell Foundation. It is produced by Tyler Lapkin. Executive Producer, John Bucher. Audio and editing services provided by Charles Mallett.

    For more information on the MythMaker Podcast Network and Joseph Campbell, visit JCF.org.

    All music exclusively provided by APM Music (apmmusic.com)

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    35 mins
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Actual recordings of the man, if you like him, you’ll like these. 
Personally I like his voice, he reminds me of the mad hatter in Alice in Wonderland (animated).
Great archive for anyone interested in myth, religion, story, folk, supernatural, imagination.

Original Joseph Campbell Lectures

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