Thinking Allowed

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  • 2020
  • 1 Season
  • 9.0  (14)

Thinking Allowed was a unique and thought-provoking show that aired on the now-defunct Gaia network from 1987 to 2002. It was hosted by Jeffrey Mishlove, a renowned philosopher, psychologist, and author, who interviewed guests from a diverse range of backgrounds and fields.

The show covered a wide range of topics, from alternative medicine and spirituality to quantum physics and extraterrestrial life. However, what set it apart from other talk shows was its focus on exploring the mysteries and possibilities of the human mind and consciousness.

Mishlove was a masterful interviewer who had a talent for drawing out his guests' insights and ideas. His calm and measured demeanor created an atmosphere of openness and curiosity that allowed for deep and insightful conversations.

The show's guests were equally impressive and included some of the most innovative and pioneering thinkers of the time. Some of the most memorable guests included:

- Stanislav Grof: A psychiatrist and pioneer of transpersonal psychology, who discussed his research on altered states of consciousness and the potential for psychedelic drugs to facilitate spiritual experiences.

- Jean Houston: A philosopher and author who explored the concept of the "quantum self" and the potential for individuals to tap into a greater field of intelligence and creativity.

- Rupert Sheldrake: A biologist who challenged the assumptions of traditional science and proposed a new model of reality based on the idea of "morphic resonance."

- Frank Wilczek: A physicist who discussed his groundbreaking research on the "fundamental laws of nature" and the possibility of a "theory of everything."

In addition to interviews with guests, the show also featured solo talks by Mishlove, who shared his own insights and musings on a range of topics related to consciousness and spirituality. These talks were often deep and introspective, encouraging viewers to reflect on their own experiences and beliefs.

Thinking Allowed was not your typical talk show. It was a platform for exploring the unknown and the unexplored, for questioning assumptions and pushing boundaries. It was a reminder that there is always more to discover and that the human mind and consciousness are infinite in their possibilities.

Thinking Allowed is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (12 episodes). The series first aired on December 1, 2020.

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Time and Destiny with Charles Muses
12. Time and Destiny with Charles Muses
December 15, 2020
Charles Muses discusses the qualitative and cyclical nature of time.
Determinism and Free Will with Arthur Young
11. Determinism and Free Will with Arthur Young
December 15, 2020
Arthur Young, philosopher and inventor of the Bell helicopter, discusses the difference between determinism--the belief that everything acts according to law--and pre-destination or fate.
From Here to Alternity with John Lilly
10. From Here to Alternity with John Lilly
December 1, 2020
John Lilly reveals a lifelong pattern of deep inner exploration, including telepathic communication with cetaceans.
The Holographic Brain with Karl Pribram
9. The Holographic Brain with Karl Pribram
December 1, 2020
Karl Pribram seeks a new approach to understanding spiritual and mystical experiences.
Synchronicity and the Holographic Universe Part 2 with Michael Talbot
8. Synchronicity and the Holographic Universe Part 2 with Michael Talbot
January 1, 1970
Michael Talbot discusses the holographic model of brain functioning and the "implicate order" model of quantum physics.
Synchronicity and the Holographic Universe Part 1 with Michael Talbot
7. Synchronicity and the Holographic Universe Part 1 with Michael Talbot
December 1, 2020
Michael Talbot discusses the holographic model of brain functioning and the "implicate order" model of quantum physics.
Imagery and the Alphabet Part 2 with Leonard Shlain
6. Imagery and the Alphabet Part 2 with Leonard Shlain
January 1, 1970
In the second part of a conversation with Jeffrey Mishlove, Leonard Shlain discusses the introduction of the alphabet and its effects upon the human brain.
Imagery and the Alphabet Part 1 with Leonard Shlain
5. Imagery and the Alphabet Part 1 with Leonard Shlain
December 1, 2020
Leonard Shlain discusses the introduction of the alphabet and its effects upon the human brain.
Hallucinogens and Culture with Terence McKenna
4. Hallucinogens and Culture with Terence McKenna
January 1, 1970
Terence McKenna suggests ways in which hallucinogenic plants have been associated with spiritual traditions in ancient India, in the Amazon and in medieval Europe.
The Human Future with Terence McKenna
3. The Human Future with Terence McKenna
December 1, 2020
Terence McKenna proposes four key elements of a future mandala: feminism, space exploration, cybernetics and hallucinogens.
Aliens and Archetypes with Terence McKenna
2. Aliens and Archetypes with Terence McKenna
December 1, 2020
Terence McKenna suggests that regardless of their origin and material existence, the chief function of UFOs may be to offset the imbalances in our contemporary culture.
Time and the I Ching with Terence McKenna
1. Time and the I Ching with Terence McKenna
December 1, 2020
Terence McKenna proposes that the 64 hexagrams of the I Ching contain a specific mathematical structure which models both time and the human mind.
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Where to Watch Thinking Allowed
Thinking Allowed is available for streaming on the Gaia website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Thinking Allowed on demand at Amazon Prime.
  • Premiere Date
    December 1, 2020
  • IMDB Rating
    9.0  (14)