Jung and Nietzsche: Alchemists of the Abyss

Jung and Nietzsche: Alchemists of the Abyss

July 17, 2026

About this episode

The episode explores the psychological connections between C.G. Jung and Friedrich Nietzsche, focusing on their contributions to philosophy and depth psychology.

We’ll explore the profound psychological affinity between C.G. Jung and Friedrich Nietzsche and position their work as a bridge between philosophy and depth psychology. For this task, I’m joined by Dr. Paul Bishop to discuss his new work, Jung and the Epic of Transformation Volume 3: Nietzsche’s “Thus Spoke Zarathustra” and the Challenge of Transformation . He’ll analyze the symbolic highlights of Nietzsche’s Thus Spoke Zarathustra , from the “death of God” to the perilous walk of the “rope-dancer,” and their impact on Jung’s theories of the collective unconscious. You’ll discover how ancient mystery cults and alchemical metaphors of the “green lion” and the “philosopher’s stone” serve as archetypal blueprints for modern spiritual renewal. By revealing the “secret” kinship between these two sons of clergymen, we’ll provide a visionary guide to navigating the depths of the human soul in a secular age. This is a partial show. For the full episode, please become an AB Prime member or patron on Patreon Get The Occult Elvis Get The Gnostic Tarot Gnostic Tarot Reading Join the Virtual Alexandria Academy Intro concept, visual direction, and AI-assisted creative development in…

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