Super Soul Special: Jean Houston: Lessons from 'The Wizard of Oz'

Super Soul Special: Jean Houston: Lessons from 'The Wizard of Oz'

February 18, 2026 · 30 min

About this episode

Jean Houston discusses her book and the spiritual lessons from 'The Wizard of Oz' with Oprah.

Originally aired April 25, 2018. American philosopher and best-selling author Jean Houston describes herself as an "evocateur of the possible" and a "midwife of souls." She sits down with Oprah to talk about her expansive career, mythologist Joseph Campbell, her work with luminaries like Hillary Clinton and the moment she had her spiritual awakening at age 6. Jean discusses her book "The Wizard of Us: Transformational Lessons from Oz," which examines the timeless American classic "The Wizard of Oz," a mythic tale brimming with spiritual insights and lessons. Jean reveals how Dorothy's journey can be a catalyst to live an authentic life filled with heart, brains and courage. Oprah also shares her favorite spiritual lesson from "The Wizard of Oz." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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