Best Jodorowsky Podcasts (2025)

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Paul J. Leslie: Jodorowsky & Creative Therapy 49:58

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28d ago49:58

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In this episode of Psyche Podcast, I sit down with Paul J. Leslie to explore the fascinating and controversial figure of Alejandro Jodorowsky—filmmaker, writer, and creator of psychomagic. Together, we unpack how Jodorowsky’s surrealist films, theatrical experiments, and ritualistic interventions might inform psychotherapy today. Paul and I dive in…

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SOMETHING WEIRD PART 2: A Bonanza of Sleaze and Peculiar Behavior! 3:21:31

11d ago3:21:31

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We are at it again! Dan and Bradley get to talk about a shitload of Something Weird Video movies (again!) with geniuses Heather Drain and Paul Grammatico. In this very special episode we tackle 12! selected SWV films, 3 from each of us to discuss, we also sneak in a few random movies as well... ____ This episode was released s few weeks ago on our …

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Erik Butler: Psychopolitics 51:04

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In this episode of Psyche Podcast, I sit down with Erik Butler—the translator of Byung-Chul Han’s Psychopolitics: Neoliberalism and the New Technologies of Power—to explore Han’s piercing critique of our digital age. Together, we trace the book’s philosophical roots in Foucault, Heidegger, Nietzsche, and Deleuze & Guattari, while unpacking Han’s di…

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Elisabeth Schilling: The Crisis of Narration 52:33

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In this episode of Psyche Podcast, I sit down once again with Elisabeth Schilling to dive into Byung-Chul Han’s The Crisis of Narration. Our conversation winds through the healing power of stories, the hero’s journey, and how narrative shapes our sense of meaning and belonging. We reflect on Han’s critique of our data-driven age and explore what’s …

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Eudaimonic Love 5:16

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In this episode, I dive into Carrie Jenkins’ book Sad Love: Romance and the Search for Meaning. At first glance, the title might make you think it’s all about heartbreak—but what Jenkins actually offers is a fresh way of thinking about love: eudaimonic love. I talk about Jenkins’ background as a philosopher at the University of British Columbia, he…

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THE EXCESSIVE STABBING EPISODE: BABY BLOOD & THE BLOOD SPATTERED BRIDE 2:32:16

23d ago2:32:16

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'Hey, this movie has got some good stabbing in it, you wanna do a podcast about movies that have scenes of excessive stabbing in them?' 'sure' Join Dan and Bradley as they discuss BABY BLOOD (1990) & THE BLOOD SPATTERED BRIDE (1972) along with many other fine flilms that feature 'excessive stabbing' with their pal William Mendoza from the Men on Fi…

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David Congdon: Polyamorous Christ 45:54

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In this episode of Psyche Podcast, I sit down with theologian David W. Congdon to explore his bold new article, The Polyamorous Christ: On the Sexual Ethics of the Incarnation. We dig into why Christianity has historically treated erotic love with suspicion, how monogamy became the assumed norm, and why it’s important to distinguish polyamory from …

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Todd McGowan: Lacan 53:27

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In this episode of the Psyche Podcast, I sit down once again with my friend Todd McGowan to talk about his newest book, The Cambridge Introduction to Jacques Lacan. We dive into what it was like for Todd to take on the challenge of writing an introduction to such a complex and enigmatic thinker, especially after the unexpected passing of his co-aut…

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Fred Sprinkle: Rites of Man 1:00:09

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In this episode of Psyche Podcast, I sit down with filmmaker Fred Sprinkle to talk about his powerful short film The Rites of Man. From the first time I watched it, I was struck by its beauty, depth, and the way it speaks to the struggles of masculinity in our culture today. Fred shares how the project was born out of his own reflections on manhood…

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Richard Beck: The Shape of Joy 56:23

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In this episode of Psyche Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Richard Beck—professor of psychology at Abilene Christian University, prison chaplain, and author of eight books including his latest, The Shape of Joy: The Transformative Power of Moving Beyond Yourself. We explore the limitations of self-esteem culture, the dangers of unhealthy introspection,…

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Calum Neill: Jacques Lacan 58:27

2M ago58:27

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In this episode of Psyche Podcast, I sit down with Calum Neill, author of Jacques Lacan: The Basics, for a deep-yet-accessible dive into one of the most challenging and misunderstood figures in psychoanalysis. Calum shares how he first encountered Lacan, why he believes Lacan’s ideas are essential for understanding what it means to be human, and ho…

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Barry Taylor: Metaphysics of Mixture 1:11:29

2M ago1:11:29

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In this episode, I reconnect with my friend Barry Taylor for a wide-ranging and thought-provoking conversation. The heart of our conversation dives into the philosophical work of Emanuele Coccia, whose poetic reflections on plants, the home, and mixture have deeply impacted both of us. We explore how Coccia’s idea of the “metaphysics of mixture” di…

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SOMETHING WEIRD VOLUME 1 2:04:27

2M ago2:04:27

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Dan and Bradley get to talk about a shitload of Something Weird Video movies with geniuses Heather Drain and Paul Grammatico. This episode was released two weeks ago on our (now free) Patreon feed, whare all content is available whether you are an MFH Patreon supporter or a free member. We will also be sharing movie streams and more over there, so …

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Red Lips, A Respectable Life, The Rain Killer, Robotrix 1:45:00

3M ago1:45:00

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Four Films, never seen before by your hosts Dan Pullen, Bradley J Kornish and their very special guest John Arminio! The Films: RED LIPS (1995) THE RAIN KILLER (1990) ROBOTRIX (1991) A RESPECTABLE LIFE (1979) The Guest: John Arminio host of Popcorn Eschaton can be found on X and Bluesky

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Phuc Luu: Jesus & Buddha Talk 1:09:56

3M ago1:09:56

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In this episode of the Psyche Podcast, I sit down once again with my good friend Phuc Luu to discuss his newest book, Jesus and Buddha Talk About Desire, Suffering, and Happiness. I’ve always admired Phuc’s ability to weave together deep philosophical insight and spiritual imagination, and this book is no exception. We dive into the inspiration beh…

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Jill Carroll: A Savage God 1:04:46

3M ago1:04:46

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In this episode of Psyche Podcast, I sit down with scholar and writer Jill Carroll to discuss her bold and provocative book The Savage Side: Reclaiming Violent Models of God. We dive deep into Jill’s intellectual and spiritual journey—from her Pentecostal upbringing and seminary days at Oral Roberts University to her transformative encounter with A…

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Paul J. Leslie: Transforming Themes with Men 47:42

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In this episode of the Psyche Podcast, I sit down with Paul J. Leslie to explore the power of co-creating therapeutic themes—especially with male clients. Drawing from Paul’s book Transforming Themes, we dive into how therapy with men often involves shifting both perception and performance in order to unlock change. We talk about the limitations of…

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Allen Novian: Men in Therapy 1:21:58

3M ago1:21:58

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Allen Novian for a powerful conversation on men’s mental health. We explore the evolving landscape of masculinity and the deep courage it takes for men to open up and seek therapy. Allen and I talk about the stigma that still surrounds male vulnerability, and how embracing curiosity—rather than shame—can be a tr…

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Tony Jones: The God of Wild Places 1:05:39

3M ago1:05:39

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In this raw and wide-ranging episode of the Psyche Podcast, I sit down with theologian, author, and former emergent church leader Tony Jones to explore his latest book The God of Wild Places. We reflect on faith, failure, and the search for meaning after both public and personal upheaval. Tony opens up about his years in seminary, his complicated r…

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Therapy as a Trellis 14:13

4M ago14:13

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In this episode, I explore how Lev Vygotsky’s ideas of scaffolding and the Zone of Proximal Development offer a powerful framework for working with neurodivergent clients. Using the image of a garden trellis, I reflect on how therapy provides the structure and support needed for authentic, self-directed growth—guiding without constraining, and alwa…

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Todd McGowan: Psychoanalytic Existentialism 1:10:05

4M ago1:10:05

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Great conversation with Todd McGowan discussing his essay "Existentialism After Finitude: The Transcendence of the Unconscious" from the book Death and Love: Psychoanalytic and Philosophical Perspectives (co-edited with Julie Reshe).

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David Lynch The Actor!! 1:43:19

4M ago1:43:19

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Join Dan, Bradley and their pals, longtime featured guests, Marcus Pinn and Martin Kessler to discuss the acting adventures of David Lynch. This is a Patreon Early Release for our Patreon Subscribers and will not be released widely for at least a couple weeks. Martin on X https://x.com/MovieKessler - Martin ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/moviekessler Marc…

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Robert Langan: Jung & Spinoza 1:28:08

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A great conversation with Bob Langan about his new book Jung and Spinoza Passage Through The Blessed Self.

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Joel Blackstock: Exploring Jung 52:17

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In this episode, I talk with therapist and podcaster Joel Blackstock about the life and legacy of Carl Jung. Our conversation explores Jung’s vast intellectual curiosity—his willingness to engage with mythology, dreams, alchemy, and even the paranormal in his search for psychological truth. We reflect on how Jung’s openness to mystery continues to …

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Barry Taylor: Sense of the Sacred 1:18:04

5M ago1:18:04

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A fun conversation with Barry on his recent talk at Wake, the psychoanalysis of religion in Ana-Maria Rizutto, and other reflections on the sacred in the modern world.

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CRIMES OF PASSION 2:09:39

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Dan and Bradley welcome first time guest Kolleen Carney to the Movies from HELL Podcast to talk about the much loved (by us at the very least) 1984 Ken Russell classic CRIMES OF PASSION. you can find Kolleen on X https://x.com/KolleenCarney

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Elliott Morgan: UFOs & the Sacred 58:29

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I speak with Elliott about all things Jung and his article "Sacred Skies: UFOs and the Religious Function of the Psyche"

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A Freudian Tension 14:26

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In The Ego and the Id, Sigmund Freud uses the analogy of a horse and rider to illustrate the relationship between the ego and the id, emphasizing that we may have less control over the unconscious than we’d like to believe. Yet, a decade later in New Introductory Lectures on Psychoanalysis, Freud introduces the psychoanalytic motto: “Where id was, …

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William B. Parsons: Freud & Religion 54:07

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I speak to William B. Parsons about his book Freud and Religion: Advancing the Dialogue.

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Richard Boothby: Beyond The Pleasure Principle 1:04:43

6M ago1:04:43

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I speak with Richard Boothby about Freud's unsettling discovery of the death drive in "Beyond The Pleasure Principle."

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Jason Childs: Rat Man 58:18

6M ago58:18

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I speak with Lacanian psychoanalyst Jason Childs about Sigmund Freud's “Some remarks on a Case of Obsessional Neurosis," aka the "Rat Man".

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Barry Taylor: The Trouble with Pleasure 1:30:30

6M ago1:30:30

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I speak to my friend Barry Taylor about Aaron Schuster's book The Trouble with Pleasure: Deleuze and Psychoanalysis .

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Phuc Luu: In Their Image 1:07:52

7M ago1:07:52

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In this episode, I sit down with my friend Phuc Luu to discuss his idea for a book titled In Their Image, which explores how conservative evangelicals and reactionary atheists are often two sides of the same coin. We also dive into recent books that argue against empathy, unpacking their critiques and implications.…

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Luke Grote: Fear & Trembling 1:00:00

7M ago1:00:00

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Luke and I discuss Soren Kierkegaard's Fear and Trembling.

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TOMMY 2:26:43

7M ago2:26:43

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Dan and Bradley finally get to TOMMY, Ken Russell's classic from 1975. Big thanks to our friend, the one and only Heather Drain. You can find all the splendid things Heather Drain is up to via her Linktree https://linktr.ee/mondoheather

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Barry Taylor: Civilization and Its Discontents 1:16:47

7M ago1:16:47

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Fun conversation with Barry Taylor about Sigmund Freud's Civilization and Its Discontents.