ep.15/the wisdom of the odyssey with mythologist and writer phil cousineau

Phil Cousineau is an award-winning writer and filmmaker, story consultant and editor, travel leader and inspirational speaker on myth in the modern world. His life-long fascination with the art, literature, and history of culture has taken him on many journeys in many realms. He lectures frequently on a wide range of topics--from mythology, film, and writing, to beauty, travel, sports, and creativity. He has published more than 40 books and has earned 25 scriptwriting credits. "The omnipresent influence of myth in modern life" is a thread that runs through all of his work.

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Kelly Carlin-McCall

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In this conversation, Kelly and Phil explore the poem through the lens of Depth Psychology. They look at how this ancient poem can inform our current world by examining archetypal themes of trauma/healing, the ancient virtue of Xenia, or hospitality, and the role the archetypal Feminine plays in organizing and instigating most of the action and turning points for the hero. They talk about creativity, and how ancient humans were wrestling with the same challenges and longings as their modern day counterparts. It is a juicy conversation.

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Phil authored The Wisdom of the Odyssey: 24 Life Lessons from Homer’s Epic