Episode 7: Fertile Ground Cultivating Meaning and Community with James Chaytor

Making Sense Together in a Time of Poly-Crisis with James ChaytorIn the seventh episode of our 30th-anniversary series, we welcome James Chaytor, a faculty member at the Arts, Health and Society Division at The European Graduate School (EGS). James, who originally trained at TAE Peru and completed his graduation in Saas-Fee, returns to the faculty to teach the "Philosophical Discourse" course.In this thoughtful and philosophical conversation, listeners will explore:The challenge of navigating a global "poly-crisis," where polarization makes it increasingly difficult for human beings to make sense of the world together.A compelling comparison between the collective intelligence of ants and the human struggle to reach a shared understanding despite our social nature.Insights from his recent course, observing how students transformed initial tension and difficulty with philosophical texts into moments of eloquence and collective wisdom.His hope for the Arts, Health and Society Division as a creator of spaces where we can communicate meaningfully to find solutions to complex problems.A reflection on the 30th anniversary, viewing the division not just as an institution, but as "fertile ground" where seeds from all over the world can germinate and grow, revisiting the cultural promises of the past.Join us for a deep dive into philosophy, community, and the power of dialogue in the Swiss Alps.