Clif High – Beyond the Gates of Death: Transmigration, Reincarnation, & Metempsychosis

Like spiritual anarchists we smash in the doors to the other side letting out some of its light. Come hear all about nekrosis, like: How does Clif define the metaphysical anatomy of man? Which ancient traditions preserved death insight & what did they relate? What has science found? What is heaven & hell? Which parts …[continue reading]

Can Eating Cows Save the Planet?

It’s no secret that industrial animal agriculture is a disaster for the planet. And cows raised for beef are particularly problematic. According to one important source, global livestock systems, including the crops grown to feed them, are estimated by scientists to produce almost 13% of global climate emissions. This is over half of all agricultural …[continue reading]

How couples can sustain a strong sexual connection

As a sex educator, Emily Nagoski is often asked: How do couples sustain a strong sexual connection over the long term? In this funny, insightful talk, she shares her answer — drawing on (somewhat surprising) research to reveal why some couples stop having sex while others keep up a connection for a lifetime.   This …[continue reading]

Kids can teach themselves

Speaking at LIFT 2007, Sugata Mitra talks about his Hole in the Wall project. Young kids in this project figured out how to use a PC on their own — and then taught other kids. He asks, what else can children teach themselves?   ABOUT THE SPEAKER     Sugata Mitra · Education researcher Educational researcher Sugata Mitra …[continue reading]

How to run a company with (almost) no rules

What if your job didn’t control your life? Brazilian CEO Ricardo Semler practices a radical form of corporate democracy, rethinking everything from board meetings to how workers report their vacation days (they don’t have to). It’s a vision that rewards the wisdom of workers, promotes work-life balance — and leads to some deep insight on …[continue reading]