#153 Edward Kelly - Consciousness Unbound & the Irreducible Mind

Ed Kelly has been active in parapsychology for several decades and is being recognized for his sustained efforts to explore the ramifications of psi phenomena for the mind-brain relationship, and the challenge posed by anomalous phenomena for reductionist physicalism more broadly. He shares his decades of exploration into the nature of consciousness, the limitations of physicalism, and the potential for a paradigm shift in science to better understand mystical experiences, near-death phenomena, and the possibility of survival after death.   Chapters   00:00 Introduction and guest background 01:48 The dangers of current scientific trajectory and paradigm shift 04:05 Kelly's early interest in consciousness and language 06:00 Encounter with parapsychology and evidence for psi phenomena 08:54 The limitations of physicalism and the need for a new worldview 12:07 Historical development of physicalism and its challenges 16:01 The role of near-death experiences in challenging materialism 19:59 The evolution of theories of mind and consciousness 24:58 The influence of Whitehead and process philosophy 30:00 The importance of mystical and spiritual experiences 34:55 The impact of psychedelics and breathwork on consciousness exploration 39:59 The role of government and military in psi research 45:04 The nature of consciousness: filter, antenna, or fundamental field 50:08 Future directions in consciousness research and paradigm shifts     Music for episode Renick Turley SedonaFilm | Musician . Cinematographer. Editor  https://www.instagram.com/sedona_film/ https://vimeo.com/renickdp   Connect with Edward Kelly https://med.virginia.edu/perceptual-studies/dops-staff/ed-kelly/ https://med.virginia.edu/perceptual-studies/   Connect with Ryan Anderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awonderjunkie/ awonderjunkie.com www.breathe4flow.com Rumble https://rumble.com/user/awonderjunkie Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@awonderjunkie iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-wondejunkie/id1739838765 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1CcQXpxfV9P89IrKmtV2hS?si=6519a88aef444ba0 https://vivarays.com/ryananderson Use Code : WONDER for 10% off. Incandescent lighting https://strainlesslighting.com/ 10% off use the code “WONDER” at checkout.  The content contained herein may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed, in whole or in part, without the express written permission of Breathe4Flow LLC. This presentation is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be construed as a means to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. Furthermore, it is not to be interpreted as medical or legal advice, opinion, or recommendation. The information is for entertainment purposes. This Podcast is not medical advice or any other type of advice.  This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without expressed written permission from AWonderJunkie LLC. The purpose of this conversation is to convey information. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure a condition; nor is it to be considered medical or legal advice, opinion or recommendation. This information is for entertainment purposes only.  key  topics   Limitations of physicalism in explaining consciousness Evidence for psi phenomena and survival after death The role of near-death experiences in understanding consciousness The influence of quantum theory on consciousness studies The importance of mystical experiences and their scientific neglect The potential for a science-based spiritual paradigm Historical and contemporary figures in consciousness research The impact of funding and institutional barriers on research      keywords   consciousness, physicalism, near-death experiences, mysticism, science, paradigm shift, consciousness studies, psi phenomena, spirituality, quantum theory, remote viewing, NDE, MKULTRA, Psychedelic science, psychedelic research, psychedelics, float tanks, depth psychology, telepathy, mediums, psychic phenomena