The Poet: More Important Than KingYears ago, I heard poet David Whyte say that the title of ‘greatest poet in Ireland’ was once considered more important than ‘King’. He was…Feb 28, 2023Feb 28, 2023
Federer: In Truth and BeautyAsher Packman respectfully invokes the spirit of David Foster Wallace in paying homage to Roger Federer’s 1000 wins on the ATP Tour.Sep 17, 2022Sep 17, 2022
We are Homo ludens, and it’s playtimeFrom the cradle to the grave, the element of play holds a unique and vital place in our human experience. What makes us human is that we…Jul 2, 2022Jul 2, 2022
‘Iron John’ and The Mythopoetic Men’s MovementLecture to The Jung Society of Melbourne (15/10/21)Jun 7, 20222Jun 7, 20222
She-King: The Mythopoetic Reunion of Masculine and FeminineLecture to The Jung Society of Melbourne (20/5/22)Jun 6, 20223Jun 6, 20223
Agreeing Where the Water Goes: The Enduring Friendship of William Stafford and Robert BlyWith the passing of Robert Bly last November, it seems right to be sharing some words on his unique relationship with William Stafford. On…Apr 12, 20221Apr 12, 20221
The ‘Shell Game’ of HopeIt’s possible to embrace a different kind of hope, one that understands death is a part of life.May 6, 20211May 6, 20211
Journeying with Janus: A Mythic Perspective of Blood CancerExploring the potential of looking at a health condition through the lens of imagination and ancient story.Apr 15, 20211Apr 15, 20211