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The Global Existential Summit #3

Summit Programme

It is with immense excitement that I introduce to you the world leading legends that made The Global Existential Summit #3 possible…

Day 1

Derek McKenzie: A Philosophy Confronting Reality & Reclaiming Humanity | UK & Trinidad and Tobago

Magdalen Cheng: A Philosophy Questioning Universal Authenticity | Singapore

Kate Brassington: A Philosophy of Trauma, Easing Suffering and Getting the Fun Back | Northern Ireland

Sabine Indinger: A Philosophy of Abundant Meaning & Overcoming Suffering Playfully | Austria

Day 2

Mark Yang: A Philosophy Bridging the East and West | Taiwan & USA

Marcos Maria Mendez: A Philosophy of Infinite Questioning from Ancient to Modern Times | Argentina

Leah Kalmanson: A Philosophy of Ancient Traditions Across Existential Cultures | USA

John Krummel: A Philosophy of Intercultural Wisdoms & The Power of Translation | Japan & USA

Day 3

Mia Burroughs: A Philosophy Enriching Existence Through Literature, Art, Music & Film | USA

Ed Mendelowitz : A Philosophy of Unfinished Artwork & Existential Tributes | USA

Hidayet Ceylan: A Philosophy of Timeless Poetry & Humane Wisdom | Turkey

Elizabeth Addison: A Philosophy of Liberation Through Stories & Musical Theatre | USA

Andrew Soren: A Philosophy of Eudaimonia, Theatre & Possibility | Canada

Day 4

Hanétha Vété-Congolo: A Philosophy of De-existentialisation | Caribbean, Africa & France

Catherine Bell: A Philosophy Grieving Stolen Destiny & Recreating Meaning | Australia

Erkan Kalem: A Philosophy of World History & The Development of Existentialism | Turkey

Britt-Mari Sykes: A Philosophy of Identity, Decision Paralysis, and Burnout | Canada

Day 5

Kirk Schneider: A Philosophy of Life Enhancing Anxiety & The Drama of Birth | USA

Ronnie Dunetz: A Philosophy of Sacred Legacy, Harvesting Wisdom, & Holocaust Survival | Israel

Bob Edelstein: A Philosophy of Authentic Engagement & A Radical Way of Being | USA

Guy du Plessis: A Philosophy of Ideological Possession, Utopian Fantasy, and Addiction Care | South Africa

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Purchase your Access Pass Here

Your All Access Pass will give you:
– Lifetime access to all the talks from Summit #1 (2022) Summit #2 (2023) Summit #3 (2024 – sent shortly after the event finishes)
– Resources from each speaker to continue your exploration for years beyond the summit.
– Invitations to our free and low-cost Existential Tribe events

Through the summit talks you will explore questions such as:
– What on earth does ‘existential’ even mean?
– What is the meaning of my life?
– Why do I struggle, even when things ‘should’ be okay?
– How can philosophy be helpful for human wellbeing?
– What activites, music, art, books, and films can help me explore philosophy?
– How can I work existentially with clients and colleagues?
– How can attending this summit inspire me SO MUCH – is there magic involved?!

Global Existential Summit #2
Official Trailer (2022)


The Global Existential Summit
Mission #2 Programme

Day 1

Mukesh Gupta

A Philosophy of Unlearning & Self-Inquiry

Dr Piers Worth

A Philosophy of Permission & Positive Psychology

Dr Hillary S Webb

A Philosophy of Cosmic Dance & Comedy

Dr Anna Westin

A Philosophy of Self, Movement & Musical Healing


Day 2

Professor Louis Hoffman

A Philosophy of Passion & Poetic Rebellion

Professor Emily Lee

A Philosophy of The Phenomenon of Race

Professor Eric S Nelson

A Philosophy of Multicultural Philosophical Intersectionality

Professer Michael Monahan

A Philosophy of the Politics of Mythological Purity & Sonic Movement


Day 3

Professer Jonathon Webber

A Philosophy of Imagination & ReThinking Existentialism

Professor Adam Buben

A Philosophy of Existential History & Immortality

Professor Marie-Eve Morin

A Philosophy of New Phenomenological Possibilties

Dr Vanessa Uribe

A Philosophy of Human Possibilities & Community


Day 4

Professor Claude-Hélène Mayer

A Philosophy of Intercultural Mediation & Finding Belonging

Professor Zoltán Kőváry

A Philosophy of Dreams & Revolution

Professer Robert Kramer

A Philosophy of Rankian Revolution

Professor Christine Daigle

A Philosophy of Caring & Inter-Material Entanglement


Day 5

Professor Emmy van Deurzen

A Philosophy of Existential Evolution

Professor Digby Tantam

A Philosophy of Psychiatric Puzzles & Projects

Dr Alisson Strasser

A Philosophy of Grief, Hope, and Time-Limited Therapy


The Global Existential Summit #1
Official Trailer (2022)


The Global Existential Summit
Mission #1 Programme

Day 1

Professor Lewis Gordon |

A Philosophy of Love & Cruelty

Dr Meg-John Barker |

A Philosophy of Relationships & Self-Discovery

Dr Annie Jones |

A Philosophy of Shamanism & Motherly Love

Professor Kevin St Arnaud |

A Philosophy of Psychedelics & Self-Transcendence

Yannick Jacob |

A Philosophy of Fearful Freedom & Hip Hop


Day 2

Dr Yaqui Andres Martinez

A Philosophy of Tribes & Passion

Dr Holli-Anne Passmore

A Philosophy of Stardust & Nature

Dr Anders Draeby

A Philosophy of Suffocation & Shamanism

Dr Christopher Wurm

A Philosophy of Humility & Addiction

Dr Siebrecht Vanhooren

A Philosophy of Existential History & Experiential Amazement


Day 3

Professor Kevin Aho

A Philosophy of Absudity & Confronting Personal Truths

Professor Alfried Laengle

A Philosophy of Love & Self-Connection

Professor Carol Ryff

A Philosophy of Comedy & Kindness

Dr Joel Vos

A Philosophy of Punk & Meaning

Dr Martin Adams

A Philosophy of Art & Curiosity


Day 4

Professor James Haile III

A Philosophy of Extra-Terrestrials & Courage

Professor Ernesto Spinelli

A Philosophy of Unity & Arrogance

Dr Greg Madison

A Philosophy of Homelessness & Focusing

Dr Iva Paska

A Philosophy of Existential Sociology & Personal Growth

Professor Geir Sigurdsson

A Philosophy of Comedy & Taoism


Day 5

A. Shahid Stover

A Philosophy of Slave Revolt & Existential Liberation

Professor Christian Schulz-Quach

A Philosophy of Mortality & Acceptance

Professor Mick Cooper

A Philosophy of Pluralism & Avant Garde Cinema

Sasha van-Deurzen Smith

A Philosophy of Human Animals & Spectrums

Dr Patricia Bonnici

A Philosophy of Relationships & Self-Respect


With Love And Inspiration
Natalie Fraser