In this episode, Joanna Leidenhag explores the fascinating nature of consciousness and its implications for how we understand ourselves and the world around us. She challenges traditional views that separate mind and body, and instead advocates for panpsychism, an understanding that she believes better fosters environmental awareness, deeper respect for diverse cultures. And a view of existence that is interconnected and alive.

After the interview Nomad hosts Tim Nash and Joy Brooks try to get their heads around the pros and cons of the various models of consciousness and ponder how panpsychism might shape their evolving faith.

Interview starts at 14m 19s

Image used with permission

WEBSITE

University of Leeds

BOOKS

Minding Creation: Theological Panpsychism and the Doctrine of Creation

QUOTES

“Panpsychism is a democratising of experience and value across all living species and beyond.”

“There is something enchanted and animistic [about panpsychism], the ability to see the natural world as experiencing, as living in some sense.”

“Panpsychism fits very well with the ecological view of the world, of giving value beyond the human to other organisms, that they might have interests, that they might have experiences, that they might be worth taking seriously.”

“If we take panpsychism seriously as a credible option, I think that will help get rid of some of the prejudice that surrounds Western thinking around animism and indigenous worldviews, that we can take them seriously in the sense that we can learn from them.”

Disclaimer

Some of the book links on this page are affiliate links. This means that if you make a purchase, we will earn a small commission. The commission is paid by the retailer at no cost to you and will be used to maintain the website.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Nomad Podcast Ltd
Company Number 14503502
17 Chancery Close
Ripley, DE5 3UT
hello@nomadpodcast.co.uk