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Das Goetheanum is a weekly journal started by Rudolf Steiner in 1921. In 2021, it started being published in the English, and now we are embracing podcast as a way to conduct our interviews with outstanding individuals from the Goetheanum, and prominent anthroposophical thinkers and leaders in their fields. Join us along as we explore what it means to be human today.
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Questions of Courage

Nathaniel Williams

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“Questions of Courage” is a video/podcast with Nathaniel Williams, leader of the Youth Section at the Goetheanum. It is an independent and unique look at questions related to technology, education, art, ecology, vocation, community, justice and meaning require a deeper, spiritual take on life. The ability to take up these issues from this perspective is a question of courage.
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The Anthroposopher

The Anthroposophical Society in America

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Exploring anthroposophy in the modern world through interviews, conversations, and explorations. The official podcast of the Anthroposophical Society in America. (Goetheanum Photo credit: Anne Weise)
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In this episode Nathaniel Williams turns toward Hari Kunzru’s novel Red Pill, published in 2020, as an image of what contemporary human experience. It depicts a journey of a writer who is driven to confront unsettling questions about life, the place of violence and human dignity while society around him is seething. To join with the world, we are g…
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Thousands of satellites are being launched each year as part of efforts to build out the infrastructure for our digital technologies and networks. The night sky is now crisscrossed by traveling techno-stars visible to the naked eye. The celestial order of the constellations host more and more movement, and light pollution, which has led many astron…
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Recently we have seen how much courage is required to advocate for peace, which is understood as a simple cessation of war and terror. Beyond this we are faced with the grand challenge of peace, of how to imagine a resilient peace, how to become articulate and effective peace workers. One area that people all over the world share as a possible fiel…
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Social thinking is not simply a nice way of looking at life, an optimistic or positive orientation. Characteristically it involves thinking in an inclusive way, somehow considering the varied interests of everyone in society. Many people cling to the stubborn ideas of naked capitalism, that self-interest leads to social wealth, even while we see th…
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In this episode excerpts from the Journey of the Peacemaker are described, a journey that led to the founding of the Haudenosaunee, or Iroquois, Confederacy. It is a story of how, within the time span of one life, one biography, a region of war, violence, evil and cannibalism became the first constitutional, and democratically oriented, confederacy…
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This episode explores current interest in spiritual dimensions in art, and how this appears on the backdrop of social/political critiques of modern art and economic opportunism. Through passages from Mary Caroline Richard’s Centering a spiritual significance is highlighted connected to the decline of conventional art and the challenge of developing…
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In this episode, Nathaniel Williams shares from a recent forum that took place at the Goetheanum World Conference on Peacebuilding. Reflecting on forum presentations from Friedrich Glasl on the Logic of War and Logic of Peace and comments from forum members he asks: how can we understand the place of boycotts and non-violent action in a comprehensi…
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There is a deep feeling among many young people that economics and financial institutions need to be aligned with human values, justice, and solidarity. Is this possible? In this episode Michael Sandel’s book What Money Can’t Buy sets the context for an exploration of associative economics, a perspective on economics first formulated by Rudolf Stei…
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Exploring the intersection of consumerism and spirituality, Nathaniel characterizes the new and widespread orientation of encounter and how this orientation can lead to confusion and destruction when we don’t recognize where it is justified. This new sensitivity for the human being brings with it a destructive potential when comes to consumerism. H…
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In this episode a challenge is introduced concerning the intersection of spirituality and psychedelics, namely integrating experiences that emerge while under the influence of psychedelic substances into normal consciousness and understanding. By comparing a gradual and incremental approach to the spirit with an immediate encounter facilitated thro…
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In this episode two powerful gestures are explored in their connection to spiritual development. The first gesture is present in the urgency and pressure that we feel in connection to everything having to do with our shared lives on the earth; the ecological crisis, economic and social challenges and climate change. The other gesture moves in the o…
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This episode explores crucial questions that emerge when we think of meditation as a knowledge practice. How is it different from understanding meditation simply from a psychological perspective? What happens when we take a spiritual worldview and contemplative practices such as we find in Buddhism out of context, and interpret them within the West…
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In this episode of Questions of Courage, Nathaniel discusses the effects of digital technology on young people today, and particularly how the youth's experience contrasts and compares with generations of the recent past. This discussion touches on digital avatars, behavioral psychology, and a picture-based consciousness that began in the 1960’s, w…
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In this episode Nathaniel discusses anthropological efforts of the 1960’s and 1970’s often were reductivist and condescending towards the groups of people who were being described. Through the context of Marshall Sahlins’ book “The New Science of the Enchanted Universe,” Nathaniel points us towards the spiritual experiences of the world that non-Eu…
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Lin Bautze of the Goetheanum's Agricultural Section joins to talk about climate change skepticism within Anthroposophy, the spiritual challenge of climate change, and what Anthroposophy and Biodynamics has to offer to the environmental movement. You can find the Section's new book, ‹Breathing With the Climate Crisis› at www.livingfarm.net soon.…
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In this first Episode of Questions of Courage Nathaniel Williams maps the historical path of youth movements and revolutionary moments from the 1950’s to today, with a particular awareness to the quality of spiritual seeking that has underscored this series of events in both Europe and The United States. He lays out the intention behind Questions o…
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Anne Weise of the Rudolf Steiner Archive joins the podcast to speak about her research on Hilma af Klint, perhaps the most famous Anthroposophist in the world today behind Steiner. Her relationship with Steiner is often the source of ungrounded criticism, and her long, expansive relationship with Anthroposophy under-appreciated. In this podcast, we…
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Wim Hof has lit the health world on fire, teaching people about their ‘Inner Fire’ and its ability to conquer the cold challenges of modern life. Anthroposophical Medicine has been focused on the therapeutic potential of Warmth for a century - how can these worlds speak to each other? Incoming head of the Medical Section, Dr. Adam Blanning joins th…
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Therapist and physician, nurse and surgeon should work together. This appears to be clear, and yet this cooperation of the healing professions is still in development. What is new is that also patients with the same suffering come together in the consultation because the fellow sufferers make it easier to tackle habits. To heal in and through the c…
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In my last episode as host of the Anthroposopher, I talk with Angela Foster, spiritual researcher, artist, mom and friend. Angela and I talk about "sistering," our connection with the being of Anthroposophy, and how we carry that spiritual connection into our daily lives. It's been an honor to be your host these past few years! Be sure to check out…
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In this interview with John Bloom, author, artist, and General Secretary of the ASA, we discuss the binary narrative present in the US today and how listening, connection, and personal initiative can begin to refresh and repair all realms of life in 2021. You can find out more about John and the ASA at anthroposophy.org.…
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Star Lore Historian, Mary Stewart Adams, explains the great conjunction of Saturn and Jupiter happening on December 21, 2020. She offers simple personal practices and beautiful stories about what this celestial event means in our lives. Hear more from Mary at storytellersnightsky.com.Di The Anthroposophical Society in America
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What are spiritual beings? How do you connect with the dead? What is meant by the Christ Being in anthroposophy? All these questions and more are discussed in this lively, deep interview with Rev. Patrick Kennedy. Check out his podcast at patreon.com/ccseminary and check out our sponsor, EduCareDo at educaredo.org.…
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Explore the importance of creating positive pictures of the future with Conner Habib, anthroposopher and creator of the counterculture podcast Against Everyone with Conner Habib. https://www.patreon.com/ConnerHabib/postsCheck out our sponsor, EduCareDo at educaredo.org! Go to anthroposophy.org for more information on the ASA.…
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What does art bring to our lives? Have you ever imagined the world without it? Laura Summer and Matt Sawaya explore the meaning and importance of art through a great conversation and two evocative exercises. Check out more of their work at freecolumbia.org and mcmatre.com.Di The Anthroposophical Society in America
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Ashley Renwick is host of the Waldorf and anthroposophy focused podcast, Waldorfy. You can find out more about her and hear her interview with Laura at waldorfy.com. Ashley and Laura interviewed each other about "anthroposophy for beginners" and the big questions facing spiritual seekers, Waldorf parents, and the world in general in this extraordin…
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Olivia Stokes Dreier has worked all over the world helping war torn communities find reconciliation, forgiveness, and peace. How can we do this in our own towns and in our hearts and minds? How does anthroposophy fit into the peace movement? Explore this and more on this episode of The Anthroposopher. Explore Olivia's work at www.karunacenter.org.…
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In this episode we discuss fear, courage, rhythm and practical ways to take a deep breath during the Corona virus outbreak with medical doctor David Gershan, Waldorf early childhood educator, Jerilyn Burke, and psychology professor and biography practitioner Chris Burke. Find out more about David at anthroposophybayarea.org, Chris at thehummingbird…
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Lynn Jericho, from ImagineSelf.com, invites us into an exploration of the meaning of this season of light and dark. How can we know ourselves in the midst of a this busy time? By experiencing an Inner Advent and Inner Christmas....tune in (and subscribe!) to find out more.Di The Anthroposophical Society in America
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Last year's 2018 Biodynamic Association Conference was focused on social justice and farming. Tune in to hear our guest host, Matt Burns interview farmers and educators Megan Durney, Sundeep Kamath, Karin Fortin & Delmar McComb, Ueli Hurter from the Goetheanum, and BDA executive director Thea Marie Carlson. Head to the BDA conference this year Nove…
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Hazel Archer Ginsberg invites us to have "thinking hearts" during this season when facing our fears and bringing our courage to our lives is paramount. Learn more about the season of Michaelmas and how you can find strength from within and without. Check out Hazel's beautiful blog at reverseritual.com. Join us in Atlanta for the ASA annual conferen…
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Paul Chappell's program in Peace Literacy, offers a new way of understanding the human condition and trauma that upends Maslow’s hierarchy. He shares this new understanding of the nine non-physical human needs here. www.peaceliteracy.org Did you know this interview was recorded at the Questions of Courage Youth Conference in Summer 2019? Tune in at…
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In this episode with Sergio Gaiti, we meet up at the Goetheanum to discuss threefold as a practical and personal awareness, the purpose of life--for real--and the uniqueness of each individual as a spiritual reality.Sergio is the founder of a business consultancy company called "Etica Sostenibile" in Milan, Italy, where he lives and supports organi…
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In this Spring 2019 interview with Joaquin Munoz, from Augsberg University, we explore the connections between Waldorf education and indigenous education, as well as the need for awareness about trauma and resilience in today's educational institutions.Di The Anthroposophical Society in America
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What will the world look like in 2030? Andrea De La Cruz discusses the results of her international research with youth on this questions and more. Find the full research report at https://www.youthsection.org/research/ and meet Andrea face-to-face at the Questions of Courage Youth Conference in Spring Valley, NY August 8-11 nayouthsection.org/spri…
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Hazel Archer Ginsberg from the blog reverseritual.com, joins us to talk about the ancient origins of spring festivals and how we can contemplate Easter in our times. Stay tuned after the episode for the full story of the Hare In The Moon, inspired by Rudolf Steiner. Check out our website for more esoteric Easter insight at www.anthroposophy.org/web…
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As he sets out on a tour of Waldorf high schools, Nathaniel Williams from Free Columbia, explores an application of the Philosophy of Freedom to issues facing us today including technology, human conflict, nationalism, and art. For more info check out www.nayouthsection.org/halifax and www.freecolumbia.org…
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Mary Stewart Adams, Star Lore Historian, offers us a look into the celestial events of 2019, including the transit of Mercury, a "hidden Easter," and a year of the quest. Tune in for her webinar March 6, 2019 by emailing programs@anthroposophy.org, and check out her radio show The StoryTeller's Night Sky at http://www.interlochenpublicradio.org/top…
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Maureen Tolman Flannery, poet, anthroposopher, and threshold worker, shares some of her poems on life, death, and meaning, with a bonus poem after the episode called Death By Poetry, a funny sweet reminder to express your artistic self in this lifetime. This episode previews her sharing at our national conference the Sacred Gateway: Conscious Livin…
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Anne de Wilde, a naturopathic doctor and biography practitioner, has been working with the concept of the fifth temperament- a temperament unique to each individual. In this episode we explore the helpful insights that understanding temperaments can offer us in our daily lives. (Which might be especially useful during the holiday season!)…
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Andrea De La Cruz has been engaged in research with the Youth Section at the Goetheanum in Dornach, Switzerland. She's asked 40 youth from around the world, "What does the world look like in 2030 if what lives within you becomes reality?" Tune in for her observations on the questions and answers and her own growth during the research process.…
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In this episode, we explore the necessity of inner work with Lisa Romero, long time contemplative practices teacher. By then end you will likely agree, we don't have time not to meditate any more! You can find more of Lisa's work at www.innerworkpath.com.Di The Anthroposophical Society in America
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The International Youth Conference at the Goetheanum, Becoming Human, is July 14-18. In this conversation with Juan Bottero, we discuss his path to anthroposophy which started at age 18, the meaningful connections we make at conference like these, and what you can expect to experience if you head to the Goetheanum for this summer conference. www.be…
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