Living Liminal: Navigating Between Worlds with School of Liminal Arts

School of Liminal Arts

Living Liminal navigates Between Worlds. Through our explorations, we seek to broaden our perception, reimagine relationships with fellow humans and the more than human world, and facilitate opportunities to hone the prowess needed to courageously navigate these threshold times. Your hosts at School of Liminal Arts welcome you to dance with us through the predictively certain disarray of this continued global shake down. We welcome you back into the wild flock of humanity. We welcome you to Living Liminal.

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  1. 2024/08/20

    Distaff Ways and Weaving Worlds with Melissa Word

    In this cross-posted episode, creator of Witch Sweat⁠ Melissa Word and host Nico Wolf spin a yarn about the creative process and the gift of the wobble, the warp, the weft and the ways we weave with our realities. They speak to the magic of hands, lost contexts of craft, and the necessity of the revival of recognizing the ways the Unseen world can inform the the gift of creative vision. They also bring in threads from their upcoming collaboration Distaff Ways: A Threefold Alchemical Healing, Seership Training & Ritual Fiber Arts Exploration w/ the Wisdom of the Spinners & Weavers This collaborative offering starts online at the end of August and culminates with a 6 day in person artist in residency in Santa Fe, NM. This work is open to all levels of experience and genders. Learn more about Distaff Ways here: https://www.schoolofliminalarts.com/distaff-ways Find out more about Melissa Word (facilitator, artist, dancer, movement coach, grief and death doula, quilter, surfer of uncertainty) here: https://www.melissaword.com https://www.instagram.com/melissawordstudio/ You can also learn more about School of Liminal Arts here: https://www.schoolofliminalarts.com https://www.instagram.com/schoolofliminalarts/ Intro/outro music: "Newly Discovered World" composed by Jesse Miller & Tony Bednar @VermontStereo https://open.spotify.com/artist/67qTKjdIoN6ryYXVU2RK9z?si=wNtdc1VlTEqDLTMzC5HERw Thanks for listening and let us know what you think! Transcript link upon request.

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  2. 2024/07/13

    Porosity, Creativity & Perceptual Reality in Threshold Times: Spelunking the Depths with Sara Rothwell and Nico Wolf

    In this episode of Living Liminal, host Nico and colleague Sara Rothwell delve into the concept of liminality and threshold spaces. They discuss the importance of embracing chaos and absurdity, the roles of creativity and porosity in human life, and detail their forthcoming in-person workshop, 'Smoke and Mirrors: Undefining Perceptual Reality,' in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The conversation touches on the intersection of spiritual practices and the arts as a means of navigating and integrating the manifold challenges and beauties of life. Join them as they explore the complexities of human experience through open, thoughtful, and often humorous dialogue. Find out more about Sara and Nico’s upcoming immersion Smoke & Mirrors: Undefining Perceptual Reality here: https://www.schoolofliminalarts.com/smoke-mirrors Find out more about Sara Rothwell here: ⁠ https://www.sararothwell.com⁠ and ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sararothwelljewellery⁠ Visit School of Liminal Art's Website here: ⁠https://www.schoolofliminalarts.com And our Instagram here: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/schoolofliminalarts - Intro Music “Newly Discovered World” composed by Jesse Miller & Tony Bednar @VermontStereo  Transcript link coming soon. Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to Living Liminal 00:43 Introducing Sarah Rothwell 01:36 Exploring Liminality and Thresholds 04:50 The Role of Absurdity 17:01 Art as a Liminal Practice 22:47 Porosity and Interconnection 36:53 Navigating Modernity and Spirituality 41:18 Matriarchy vs. Patriarchy: Finding Balance 42:55 The Liminal Arts: Connection and Creativity 46:39 Embracing Chaos and Human Expression 54:54 Integration and Creativity in Liminal Practices 01:05:10 Smoke and Mirrors: Undefining Perceptual Reality 01:13:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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  3. 2024/05/23

    Introduction to School of Liminal Arts

    Welcome to the first episode of "Living Liminal," hosted by Nico and Elena of School of Liminal Arts. In this episode, we explore the foundational concepts of liminality and animism, their relevance in today's world, and how these ideas shape our practices at School of Liminal Arts. Join us as we delve into personal experiences of belonging, disillusionment, and the importance of creative joy, interconnectedness and relationality. Timestamped Overview: [00:00:00] Introduction: Welcome and overview of liminality, animism, and the School of Liminal Arts. [00:00:40] Defining Liminality: The concept of liminality and its importance. The fluid, shape-shifting nature of liminality and its role in transcending identity politics and societal divisions. [00:04:29] Personal Experiences with Liminality: The balance between spiritual seeking and intellectual skepticism. Navigating polarities. [00:08:04] Liminality as a Response to Polarity: Discussion on the response to global polarization and the need for interconnectedness. [00:10:26] Challenges in the Wellness Industry: Critique of the commodification of spirituality and wellness. [00:13:06] Embracing Grief and Loss: The role of grief in the new paradigm of interconnectedness. How collective grief can lead to deeper interconnection and healing. [00:20:08] Legacy and Ancestral Dreams: Discussion on the legacy of spirit, vision, and dreams. The importance of honoring and continuing the dreams of our ancestors. [00:21:51] Stalking the Wild Dream: Nico introduces the concept of keeping the dream space feral. The collective ownership of dreams and their role in our lives. [00:27:07] Creative Joy and Animism: The role of creative joy in reconnecting with source and animism. The importance of seeking authentic symbols and practices. [00:32:53] Contemporary Animism: The need for a contextualized animism that fits our modern lives. How to engage with the spirits of both natural and urban environments. [00:36:25] Creative Practices and Symbols of Our Times: The joy of seeking and creating symbols that are authentic to our individual and collective experiences. The difference between appropriating traditions and creating new, relevant ones. [00:41:15] Artists as Cultural Influencers: The influence of artists on culture and politics. The importance of artists being rooted in a connection to the all that is. [00:46:42] Devotion and Connection: Exploring the concept of devotion and its role in interconnectedness. [00:48:50] Inviting Play and Practice: Introduction to Night House, an online platform for dreamers. [00:52:37] In-Person Retreats and Workshops: Upcoming events: As Above, So Below, Distaff Ways, and Smoke and Mirrors. [00:58:03] Elena's Offerings: Re-launch of Elena's website, www.TheThird.House. Astrological and tarot consultations, creative nourishment retreats in Vermont. [00:59:29] Conclusion: Final thoughts and gratitude to listeners and supporting beings. Links and Resources: Episode Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RmDScz9tSi6tLFDRctVmADpiFBLJlqlrfD0cyYq23ik/edit?usp=sharing Intro Music “Newly Discovered World” composed by Jesse Miller & Tony Bednar @VermontStereo  School of Liminal Arts: https://www.schoolofliminalarts.com Night House: https://thenight.house Elena's Website: https://www.thethird.house Nico’s Website: https://www.nicogoldenwolf.com Bayo Akomolafe: https://www.bayoakomolafe.net Zygielbojm's Suicide Letter: https://www.marxists.org/subject/jewish/zygielbojm-suicide-letter.pdf The Emerald Podcast: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-emerald-887611 Contact: Follow us on social media: @school_of_liminal_arts  @nicogoldenwolf @babaleni Email us at: livingliminalpodcast@gmail.com or schoolofliminalarts@gmail.com Join us next time as we continue to explore the intersections of liminality, animism, and the creative practices that bring us closer to the all that is.

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Living Liminal navigates Between Worlds. Through our explorations, we seek to broaden our perception, reimagine relationships with fellow humans and the more than human world, and facilitate opportunities to hone the prowess needed to courageously navigate these threshold times. Your hosts at School of Liminal Arts welcome you to dance with us through the predictively certain disarray of this continued global shake down. We welcome you back into the wild flock of humanity. We welcome you to Living Liminal.