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Wisdom Keepers: Healing a Divided People
Simon Critchley - We All Seek Transcendence
Season 2025
Episode 5
Ray Suarez speaks with philosopher Simon Critchley about mysticism and belief in the modern era, and the importance of cultivating practices of attention and reflection to push back against the relentless pressure of modern life.
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