Walkers Between the Worlds: Shamanism as a Global Phenomenon

11/02/22 • 65 min

In this episode we explore the ins and outs of shamanism, the art of working with spirits and traveling to other realms. Beginning with its roots in Siberia, we will connect it with similar traditions around the world, examining everything from ancient cave art to studies on altered states of consciousness. Finally, we will consider what this universal phenomenon says about the human condition.
Sources:
"Visionary"- Graham Hancock
"The Witch"- Ronald Hutton
"The Shamanic Journey: Experiences, Origins, and Analogues"- Roger Walsh
"The Shaman's Initiation"- Joan Halifax
"The Hero's Journey"- Joseph Campbell

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The Hidden Passage - Walkers Between the Worlds: Shamanism as a Global Phenomenon

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It is night in a remote valley, Siberia. Mountains tower in the distance,whose shadowy ravines are faintly lit by the moon. Wisps of clouds snake through the peaks. Upon the lowland plain of grassy tundra, standing out from the inky blackness is a large fire, peaking in and out of view as a group of people circumambulate the crackling flames. Chanting can be heard, rising and falling on the breeze. Secret, ancient words of power. A man draped in thick silver animal pelts appears to lea