From ancient fireside tales to modern cinematic universes, humanity has always turned to mythic stories to make sense of the world. But these aren’t just idle distractions or entertainment—they’re essential tools for navigating the profound and perplexing questions of existence. Why are we here? What is our purpose? How can we find meaning in a world that is often unpredictable and chaotic? These timeless questions are embedded in the myths and stories that have guided civilizations for millennia, and they still hold the power to illuminate our personal and collective journeys. This talk will explore what myths engage these questions and what they have to say about them.

Through myth, we gain insight into the patterns of human experience, offering a lens to reimagine our challenges as opportunities for transformation. They are not relics of the past but living, breathing narratives that evolve alongside us. By understanding the enduring relevance of these stories, we can discover how to harness their wisdom to navigate our own quests for meaning. At a time when our world faces unprecedented challenges, the mythic quest for meaning reminds us of our capacity for creativity, courage, and connection. 

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• the total duration of the event is 1 hour ( ~ 50mins lecture and 10mins Q&A)
• the talk doesn’t require any prior training and anyone can join
• This event will be recorded: the video will be available in 3-5 days after the talk
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SPEAKER – JOHN BUCHER

John Bucher is a mythologist and story expert who has been featured on the BBC, the History Channel, in the LA Times, and on numerous other international outlets . He serves as Executive Director for the Joseph Campbell Foundation and is a writer, podcaster, storyteller, and speaker. He has worked with government and cultural leaders around the world as well as organisations such as  HBO, DC Comics, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, A24 Films, and Atlas Obscura. He has served as a producer, consultant, and writer for numerous film, television, and Virtual Reality projects. He is the author of six books including the best-selling Storytelling for Virtual Reality, named by BookAuthority as one of the best storytelling books of all time.  John has worked with New York Times Best Selling authors, YouTube influencers, Eisner winners, Emmy winners, Academy Award nominees, magicians, and cast members from Saturday Night Live. He holds a PhD in Mythology & Depth Psychology and has spoken on 6 continents about using the power of story and myth to reframe how individuals, organizations, cultures, and nations believe and behave.

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