The Spirit of Avatar: A Conversation with James Cameron

[@iamwarrenwest]

Oooh. He said we're at a crossroads where we have to decide to be takers or caretakers. That hit me. That was great. I Love Marianne Williamson .

[@jordanallen3078]

He's lying. He comes from a class that has always been the takers. Intensely so. And they have zero intentions of changing that, ever. Don't let these ridiculously rich people fool you. They will suck this earth and ALL of its inhabitants dry, until there is nothing left. That is the monetary game they are all addicted to, even Marianne.

[@ZagreusX]

@@jordanallen3078 Sounds like *some*body didn't bother to listen to the interview. Got a few TRUST issues there, buddy? :(

[@deadstar44]

@@jordanallen3078 Cameron wasn't born into that rich class, he comes from working class and worked his ass off to the top. But in the whole scheme of things, he's not the one who actually pulls the strings and got the real power to enact real systemic changes in this capitalistic society ruling our world sucking us and our earth resources dry to the point of no return. He just makes entertaining movies and explores the sea. He's not part of that circle among the greedy Jeff Bezos, Rupert Murdoch and those ilks who are the ones who are the real takers and pull the strings of politicians who are impotent to enact the systemic reforms we need to reverse course. If Cameron was on the level of Jeff Bezos or an actual political leader, yeah right but he's not and never will. He's still a pawn with a conscience among us all but a pawn nonetheless.

[@GOGOLH]

@@jordanallen3078 Just perhaps he/she's "better" than most ridiculously rich people? Do you disagree re the crossroads etc?

[@johnnykgagnon2]

The answers to the questions of a million years have been revealed with our recent scientific advancements , and still we behave as the million year old ape , it's an abnormal and deceptive reaction to the conscious reality and intellect of an entire specie claiming to have become evolved and sentient

[@atomatopia1]

To me, watching Avatar is like looking at your reflection in the still waters of the Earth and seeing a blue reflection of what you both could become together should you choose to open yourself.

[@MikeySkywalker]

I never realized James Cameron is such a lover of nature and such a proponent of the love that can exist between humans and the world around us. That’s my base philosophy. I guess I don’t watch enough movies. They can really send a lot of messages that would otherwise go unheard, and unspoken.

[@Redfivee]

Great conversation. Once Avatar 2 starts promotion people are going to take a look back at the 1st one & realize how special it really is...plus a wise man once said "Never bet against James Cameron".

[@neytiritetskahamoatite7688]

That's a pretty cheap consideration regarding Avatar and how complex this movie is on any front, but ok, we already know that sqrt4=2 , next lvl please :)

[@guyno187]

I just watched Avatar 2 in the cinema. The movie has very deep spiritual undertones and centred around nature, love, community and family. Hopefully it will be a catalyst for waking people up. Thanks James for the wonderful movie and I can’t wait too see the third instalment.

[@davidwhite207]

Mr. Cameron: As a youngster in the 1960s and 1970s (born 1956) I spent hours and hours alone in the forest next to my home in central Pennsylvania. By middle-age, I grew to resent my isolation in a vast agricultural Wasteland, but after listening to you talk about the same thing I've come to realize that that was probably one of the best things that could have happened to me. I am an atheist, not a spiritual person at all, but there was something mystical about the forest that nourished me all my life.

[@tomaxtell]

Life will imitate art. The medium is the message. Cooperative and empathetic visions will trickle down with the efforts of James and Marianne. I show Avatar to my community every year in the forest by the lake in the pantheon of the cinema.

[@miracraigfan1738]

«Life will imitate art, thus art will imitate life»

[@JustMe-cs5zq]

Avatar is by FAR my favorite movie of all time. And it's the SPIRITUAL aspect of it that draws me in over, and over, and over. 💙🩵💙

[@an.august.sunflower]

Aughh, this whole interview was spectacular. The way she was so engaged with Cameron and the whole world of Avatar, the relevance of the movies culture is the best I've seen. Enjoyed this.

[@Kizaru3314]

James Cameron is a comrade.

[@docmo3]

Wow Marianne, this is Dr. Cliff Morris and met in DC at your fundraiser for your Presidential campaign. I just saw the latest Avatar movie last week and BOY does this interview draw out some of the most significant spiritual truths regarding our humanity! COVID truly was the wisdom of nature at its best, doing what nature does best: increase and reduce at just the right time for the betterment of society as a whole. This interview was a rare gem, and I’ve forwarded it to others who “SEE ME” who “SEE YOU” but more importantly, who “SEE HUMANITY” despite all of our downfalls. I’m doing my part as best as I can because the wisdom of The Tao tells me that my life truly makes a difference. So I’m not wasting one second. Consider a second run I hope? I’ll back you until the end as I did the first run! “I SEE YOU!”

[@valeriebaca7769]

A sense of remembrance is what I love about Avatar. I’ve watched over 100 times just to feel at home! I love you Marianne I wish you were president.

[@melaniestarkey7868]

Let us speak it into existence

[@tahiranance2225]

Indeed...what our world would look like if Marianne Williamson was president is a profound and fantastic idea. 🌎🙏🏾❤

[@melaniestarkey7868]

@@tahiranance2225 my major interest in life was always science and spirituality I couldn't stand politics and thought they were all crooks it's different now that Marianne Williamson was running for president now I'm trying to learn everything I can from everyone about politics because of just how much she would change our world if she became president what I'm trying to say is I would need to learn from others that understand it and want the best for our world

[@melaniestarkey7868]

Valerie you no doubt are a beautiful soul I sensed it from what you shared I see her as president it seems like she definitely is supposed to be the first woman president

[@TheAngryHippie]

Hi Marianne! I've been working on a powerful analysis of avatar the way of water. After scouring youtube for a interview with James Cameron that goes beyond the surface layer, I found this interview. And I must say this conversation with James Cameron goes far beyond the material plane. Thank you for GETTING IT. And for asking questions that no one seems to ask James Cameron. That being said, may I please feature clips from this interview in my Avatar the way of water analysis? I will give you and your channel full credit of course!!

[@GeraltBosMang]

Legendary guest! I love the variety of fields of guests you converse with.

[@arohahuia2746]

Marianne thankyou for bringing James Cameron on your podcast. Loved it. Kia ora

[@valeriebaca7769]

Felt like Avatar in the shower this week . The shift is here I felt the connection to my fellow annunaki. Our light is connected Im so grateful for the Gold my soul contains.

[@tahiranance2225]

❤🙏🏾🌎

[@Amplamente]

One of the best conversations I've seen on the internet. The spiritual and cultural depth is on another level. Thank you so much Marianne! Greetings from Rio de Janeiro!

[@codydaley9036]

Wow, thank you, Marianne, for facilitating this heartfelt deep thought-provoking conversation with James Cameron. James is located at a kangaroo hop and a skip from Sydney. Currently working on a triptych series of artworks that re-envisions Leonards Di Vinci Vitruvian man within a 21st-century context, that references the Na'vi and significant colour of Avatar relative to the Hindu deity Shiva, as a subtle way of approaching all the others cast aside through the development of humanity. Posthumanist Scholar, Rosi Braidotti argues others include, "sexualised women, LBGT others, racialised ethnic colonised indigenous others, naturalised Earthbound others, the plants and insects, viruses and bacteria". Peace visions and love to y'all from Sydney.

[@kayzee3595]

You kinda turned to the wrong way. pal

[@codydaley9036]

@@kayzee3595 Just stating "wrong way" is a judgement. There is no right or way only an openness to embrace various perspectives. Maybe I am wrong in your opinion, but that is Ok. I am as flawed as everyone else.

[@melaniestarkey7868]

I love what Jimmy Hendrix said when the power of love overcomes the love of power then there will be peace When someone strives for power and they can't get enough there's a deeply insecure feeling inside of them usually feeling up an empty hole that they don't understand

[@seanwhitfield4581]

Thankyou Marrianne, So pleased there are people like James out there, it gives me a glimmer of hope for humanity. As it stands now, we don't stand a chance, we have handed power to sociopathic corporations, they control the world at present.. they have no regard for anything other than profit.. unless a very brave international alliance of democratically elected governments curb their behaviour it will be difficult to avoid disaster. Namaste 💚🌳🌻🦋🦉🙏☘

[@AcknowledgeB]

The analogy of cancer and the corporations blew me. In the grand scheme of things everything is connected.

[@melaniestarkey7868]

The more light you place within your heart the more you will have to share so similar to a newborn bonding with its mother it's pure light don't know if any of you will notice what I've shared but you're right the key is within

[@davidseely2659]

Two beautiful and wise human beings sharing a spiritual experience...this was a positive blessing for the world. Thank you both!

[@caoimhin61plunkett52]

100% agree. Change is coming - uktimately for the Good of humanity where we will realise our better and truest abilities and potential. The sooner the better.

[@DisTra]

Saw Avatar 2 yesterday and this interview made me appreciate it even more! THANK YOU.

[@jylyhughes5085]

Thank you Marianne .... Love and Light xxx

[@dtsai]

Thank you for the Great podcast! While watching the Navi crying and screaming at the Helicopters burning down The Tree of Souls in Avatar, my autistic son named Cameron cried out "This is a great movie!" I know it must be great because he's never praised anything except Cholate, Mac and Cheese and facts about the solar system and outer space.

[@brianperkins6121]

As a person with Asperger's who also reacted internally in recognition to deep the aspects of the films reflective layers. I must reflect with recognition the deep internal ability's and deep sensitivity's That people on the autistic spectrum have to recognize such Reflective examples burred within films, music and works of art , Take a look at the word Na'vi (Native minus the letters ET) The Na'vi catch phrase "I see you" then the essence meaning of the Zulu phrase "Sawubona" then the deep layers of its source refection , ones layer of internal recognition can be very strong with examples like this . kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHrNhp6Mj7eDgZo

[@mariselamoreno5787]

Beautiful conversation Marianne. Thank you James Cameron for making Avatar. 👍🏻😊🙏🏻

[@Anamnesis]

This is great content, Marianne. I always appreciated that you cited the film's cultural significance long ago, and the criticism you received was unwarranted and juvenile. Your conversation here is the same one I'd imagine having with Jim if I could get past being star struck and tongue tied if given the opportunity to talk to him for even one minute, much less an hour. He's a one of a kind auteur, able to tell simple human stories with incredible scope and technical detail. Avatar gets so much attention for its groundbreaking visuals, and there's lots of content about how it was made, but it's rare to see qualitative talk about the inspiration and heart behind it that made it truly successful. Thank you!

[@miracraigfan1738]

Absolutely, it was ridiculing her intelligence as a woman, bc she made significant correlations & parallells between the real world & fiction in animated form. Also the typical denial that a lot of Americans seems to share in political, racial , social, religious & misogynistic issues…

[@sasharob3918]

Yes exactly!

[@Sailormoon2222]

I cried the whole movie. Indigenous life style needs to be taught to All kids in every country 🪴🪶🪶✨🪴🪴

[@allrock1238]

The name "Jake" sully

[@Catalystresource]

You are such an outstanding interviewer and of course, human being. I have been following you since the early 80s and your teachings and cassette tapes from your ministerial lectures saved me through some very hard times of recovery from childhood abuse, etc. You are a rare example of a master spiritual teacher who has integrated psychological astuteness with politics and social/ environmental activism in such a powerful way throughout your career. And I know what the course teaches which can be very tricky in your position to balance, and local cim folks here have their heads in their bliss sand and to be honest, shoe not much empathy or compassion. James Cameron is everything wonderful but I appreciate how you challenged him a little and weren't afraid to dissect his views more. It was very deep and insightful from you both so thank you! 💕

[@amandydoll]

This was such an insightful and uplifting interview. Thank you for this.

[@gloryRamsey]

WOW, what an amazing conversation! Thank you for bringing this to us 💖 Totally loved your response to Jerome’s questions regarding Covid, you are such a light for us, thank you ☺️ 🙏🏻

[@lafuerza113]

Fantastic interesting interview. An amazing sharing of ideas of two phenomenal people.

[@andrey_shad]

Amazing podcast. This really gives a different and better view on James than the way much of the media portrays him.

[@mr.beautiful]

What an excellent interview! I could watch hours and hours more. ❤️

[@sharonsquires3556]

I came to listen to James Cameron as I'm a huge fan of his work. I ended up being an even bigger fan of you Ms. Williamson, and truly enjoying this thought provoking discussion. Thank you for this meaningful discussion.

[@MyBodyIsMyTemple]

Avatar fan from day one!

[@rileybartolomeo7559]

Thank you Marianne for doing this ! Sending loving kindness to you and the team that put this together !

[@orenatostefani]

that interview is for sure one the best podcast the best interview I’ve ever seen. I got the chills, I got hope, I got love! thanks for being you Marianne and thank you James! we will see each other

[@catstwo743]

glad to hear this conversation!

[@Calakapepe]

Omg. How have I never seen this podcast. So insightful and introspective! of course it also it heightened by interviewing Cameron, but you yourself bring so much context first that even interviewing an unwilling participant, it could be a very interesting, hopefully inspiring, conversation

[@SuketaPatel]

Beautiful conversion! I see it! 🙏🇨🇦❤️🌈🌎🦋🌺🛹🏄‍♀️

[@TrayHere]

That was fantastic. Thank you Maryanne and James C. 🧚🏻🧜🏻‍♂️

[@kathrynphillips3710]

Love Avatar 🙏❤🧡💚 The True Depth of the film and The Depth of Truth is Truly Amazing!!!!.Thankyou

[@mkadi70]

Great Conversation. However, when you talked about Osiris, you also can add the story of Ishtar who descends to theunder world to save her lover God Tammuz - Sumerian methodology. THe other part in Avatar that you mentioned can be found in the relationship between Gilgamesh (the civilized top-down ruler) and Ankidu (the noble savage) and how their fight becomes into friendship. And then when Enkidu dies, Gilgamesh mourns him in one of the most heartful obituaries.

[@pencilvania777]

🌟Divine conversation ✨✨✨🏆

[@lizzyschenk8878]

What a wonderful and very timely conversation. Thank you both. And to the person who wrote the letter, so well said.

[@jerombird1614]

Thank you for this wonderful conversation with Mister James Cameron. It was a blessing. Thank you Marianne to give us so much hope and enough courage to believe that the Eden Garden is everywhere when we see our world with love, empathy, compassion, and mercy. « Avec les yeux de ton cœur, tu verras un autre monde ». Rûmi

[@achillelalonde]

Thank you for the in-depth perspective you’ve brought to this film, and to the possibility of being human. I also greatly appreciate the manner in which you repeatedly look to integrate a so called spiritual perspective with the practical grounded way of being in the world. Your statement suggesting that it is “naive to think we will last an other hundred years if we don’t at least try” to include love and empathy in our way of being on this planet. I wonder if some day a person with the perspective you articulate, will ever stand at the head of a nation in this brave new world. Or if we are indeed doomed to follow the current course dictated by and serving the interests of the corporate empire. Who will be able to come ‘from above’ and save the day. Must we follow in the footsteps of purported prior ‘advanced civilisations’ that somehow came to a point of extinction.

[@chelisue]

Marianne, I couldn’t agree with you more.........but this man has waaaayyyy more work to do. I dont want to see his face again till avatar 2 drops!! Yeah. I remember him doing the whole titanic exploration too! AVATAR2. Get with it James❣️

[@tsenam3247]

The magician Cameron u beauty👌👌👌long live n love u deeply ever💓💓💓💓💓

[@minininjalove4205]

I really loved this conversation. I'm a better Angel of society.

[@minininjalove4205]

my name is Angelia - let that seep in

[@Studeb]

Well, I did not expect this to be the person I would watch interviewing James Cameron for an hour, it's a strange world. Great interview though.

[@JustMe-cs5zq]

Thank you, Marianne ❤

[@dr.keshavamurthy2785]

I will watch the Avatar movie once again.Thank you Marianne Williamson madam and James Cameron Sir. With humility and lots of love, light, respect and Gratitude 🙏💟🌹

[@akhilsuraj1494]

This is how an interview should be! Loved it

[@TheAngryHippie]

Back when AVATAR was released, there were news articles depicting a large number of people feeling depression and suicidal after watching the movie. As someone who felt this depression after seeing the movie for the first time in cinemas, I can tell you that the depression does not stem from the want to be on Pandora, the depression stems from the fact that this Earth IS Pandora. The depression settles in as more realizations begin to occur. Humanity is allowing itself to become a disease to the planet, all for the sake of material gain. In any movie review of James Cameron’s AVATAR, we are mostly told it is praised for it’s CGI and not for it’s story. Which for the most part, lacked originality. Comparisons are made to previous stories. Stories such as Ferngully, Pocahontas, and Dances with Wolves. Yet, what astounds me is that while people compare AVATAR to these films, they do not compare it to the events and situations that these films are focused on. Events and situations that are still ongoing to this day. AVATAR uses symbolism and imagery to portray the atrocities committed by the Corporatocracy. And, how our ignorance not only allows these atrocities to occur - but, also has halted our evolution. AVATAR is not only a social commentary on the Extortion of Natural Resources, Exploitation of Indigenous Peoples, or Aboriginal Genocide. It is a simulation of what life can be.. I have created an in depth analysis of this movie. Every claim in the analysis can be researched by anyone and a clear consensus can be reached. The film not only shows that the planet we are from is the mother of all life, it shows an alternative form of humanity. The Na'Vi are representative of Neohumanism*, the next stage in our evolutionary path. The humans depicted in the film are clearly shown to be from the Western world. Working for Corporations that seek to maximize profits regardless of social or environmental loss. So, what we have here is a film depicting two possible forms of humanity, the old paradigm vs the new paradigm, I hope this video shows you a new perspective on life or affirms your perspective. Enjoy.

[@CaptainPilipinas]

'-but Still: it is just Talk.-' - AVITD individuals.

[@lauriereid4531]

This is unbelievable!! WOW !! Truth

[@kontex616]

ONE OF THE BESTEST CONVERSATION EVER! Every human should watch dis at least once in our lives. LOL

[@wilbow24]

How am i just seeing/hearing about this interview

[@meghansolembrinorichter2272]

Great conversation. A lot of truth. They begin to talk about what to do to get the corporate world to change and how those people look themselves in the mirror and can go make horrible choices for the masses- I have been studying Wim Hof and the Wim Hof Method & there I have learned that we as a species are carrying a ansestrial trauma for 12 generations. Regardless of the moral compass those people have, they, and every human is living with trauma within our cells- we have healing to do. We all have to responsible to find truth and heal. As we focus on our personal release of trauma, it assists others, vibrationally. We can heal. But TRUTH has to continue to be relayed & received. Peace & blessings to you

[@fluofeelalive]

This is great!! Thank you.

[@bridamc3493]

One of my favourite films.. Thank you so much xx

[@monicadgs4763]

Oh Marianne I want to watch Avatar for 10th time with you, explain it to me. I love this interview.

[@melaniestarkey7868]

It's all in our choice Free Will choice. My father taught me when I was 9, he said never ever choose hate. I looked at him for an explanation so he told me you be the example tell me you hate. So I raised my hand in the air and said " I"and my father stopped me for a moment and he said whenever you say the word I you and you alone are making a claim; then he said continue, so I raised my hand in the air and said I and as I was pointing to my heart said hate. My father told me don't you know acid destroys the container you place it in I looked down at my hand that was on my heart and realized I had poisoned myself.

[@found_documents]

What an insightful convo.

[@adambanks4007]

Hello, I am the autistic person who developed the original story. Because of events my input back to me was lost but I have more to add to the adventure. It's Adam Banks (Sydney), not the Mighty Ducks Banks. As one of the keepers of the story, I have new science & technology models that explore what it is to be us. One of the models I have explores where our instincts come from & actual imagery of love being stored in cells. This is partly my church, I would love to participate again. I can be found on FB. Great interview, really enjoyed it. Respectfully yours.

[@Karrina]

really enjoyed this interview

[@screamingiraffe]

Hard to believe but most of my friends haven't seen Avatar yet and have shown no interest in it no matter how much I plead with them to do so. Almost 12 years later it's still my #2 movie of all time. My top 5 favorite movies: 1. Steven Spielberg's A.I 2. Avatar 3. What dreams may come 4. Princess Caraboo - a must watch, great story line 5. Conan The Barbarian (1982 version)

[@charoleawood]

Any feelings on Bicentennial Man?

[@screamingiraffe]

@@charoleawood Haven't seen it but I'll check it out, thanks

[@charoleawood]

@@screamingiraffe I hope you like it. Given your tastes I'm pretty sure you will. Bicentennial Man is a very special movie and I love it.

[@brianperkins6121]

I would like to being a topic to the table for both Jim and Marianne . Avatar's story "holds up a powerful mirror" and asks us all to internally "reflect" upon the roots and ethics actions of our people and there demonstrated historical actions in recognition of the layers touched upon under the surface within the film. Questions as to why our people (in the big picture) and our representative leadership circles "fail to "see" and act upon these issues or just sweep them under the carpet.. rather it be a failure to recognize the grave environmental injustices carried out under the name of greed and profit as well as our leaderships epic issues of selective "blindness", our struggle in these times to address the deeper systemic issues that mirror Story's like this bring to the surface are why we are here and I feel its a deeply important subject , The question what impacts our peoples ability to "see" each other and how different cultures have internal structures within there society's to address the issues of what our people deal with along the lines of human tribalism , and religious Tribalism ,, (The Haudenosaunee and there own internal experiences with there own time of great sorrow and there ability to internally address these issues are a very moving examples of this) , I hope we can all learn a lot from them. .. The foundations stones of the great law of peace as prime examples here as well ) I am going to throw the name of person Hidden within roots our our own history that "seeded" a perception chain reaction within our institutions (including some branches of institutionalized religion) His Name is "Gomes Eanes de Zurara Hired by a King in Portugal as a chronicler to seed a new perception into there society upon Blackness and Whiteness , like a dark seed his works deeply impact a huge chain of European "institutions " along the chain as he seeded in a new perception's on Race and Color , I hope everyone will take a look at his historical impact.. Thank you ..

[@aweinspiringname]

A lot of people made fun of this, and a lot of people cynically nodded along with Chapo about Avatar, but its hard to dismiss the deeper message and possible impact of the Avatar movies. Its hard to keep being cynical and dismissive of them. There's resonance there! Can't ignore it!

[@MyBodyIsMyTemple]

Speaking about caring for the environment, a new docu will be out on Netflix 3/24 Seaspiracy

[@andrewrozario5127]

Way too much talking by the host. But thank you for a long form Jim Cameron interview.

[@jasondavid7529]

My role model.

[@Z.November]

Marianne you are too good for this world

[@okanagansummers2866]

Wow - awesome - ty Marianne and James

[@tzaotees]

Love this

[@elesig2]

Marianne I hope you will invite David Suzuki to talk about the environment. Another wonderful Canadian

[@TDoggie50]

I believe the movie Avatar's story line is based on The Word for World is Forest by Ursula LeGuinn

[@juliannevillecorrea]

❤️ thank you sir !

[@tomasdemeter5804]

best director ever

[@adriangabrielgramada1016]

Extremely well made and filled with vital information video 😁😉😗❤️🙂 THANK YOU SUPER KINDLY !!?

[@pencilvania777]

✔️"Sit down a lot" that's so true🤩

[@FinneySP]

James, terminator 2 changed my life.

[@davidwhite207]

I just bought Humankind audiobook by Rutger Bregman. You should have this author as a guest on your podcast. He is very much like Peter Joseph.

[@urbanaurora7278]

Democracy: a team of geniuses- what a concept!!👍

[@connormosestitanicfansworld]

James Cameron your a legend

[@kthx1138]

The social divisiveness of 2020 and prior was no doubt the cracks that allowed this Coronavirus to spread. We may never totally love each other, but we do need to understand each other in the interest of the common good of all of us, understand the need to coexist peacefully if we as a human species are going to survive. Thanks, Marianne, for this conversation with Jim Cameron and for sharing your own thoughts.

[@suzukigixxer1627]

James Cameron in 2073,just give me few more months and Avatar 2 will be ready.I promise lord mickey,just few more months now🤣.

[@starseed96]

He's just waiting for interstellar travel technology to develop, so he can film Avatar 2 on another world.

[@Sonh072]

Thank you 🙏🏻 so much ⭐️👨‍💼🙎‍♀️⭐️

[@PolitiqueNonViolente]

Thank you from France. These messages transcend frontiers indeed! I really want to read 'Return to love' and I also want to read the book James advised. Do you remember the name?

[@dreamtinder]

Humankind - Rutger Bregman

[@atomatopia1]

56:38 : Oh gosh that reaction to the philistine comment was alarming

[@allrock1238]

In thanks and recognition of all the comments that are shared on the dialog that has been enabled by Venues like this .. In early 2010 I went to see this film , I never expected the internal experience I would go through in the years after with "reflection" upon layers of the symbology within its story's roots interrelated to "real" world history both past and present. It deeply impacted my life and I am humbly sure it drew refection from many others, but this experience brought some underlying questions to the surface I had never internally grappled with before ..I Will start with the issue of the repression of expression of the expression of ones inner voice of empathy that impacts my own people,, as a person "labeled" within the European institutions of thought as one with Asperger's I have often wondered why since childhood what was behind the roots of that repression , I dug into our cultures roots and found internal influences within a number of our key institutions of thought burred under the surface and hidden within history that profound impact how we "see" others ,, for example "The "Lie" that seeded our peoples perception of racism kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXq9daenjL1pfM0 how this was chained down to impact "some" branches of the church institutions that have had a profound impact upon our cultures internal "trust" of this inner "voice" when our ancestors who arrived on our shores had to deal with examples like this, there are a number of others as well..I asked the question how would this impact our trust in our inner voice ? and the deep warnings it shares when walk off our ethical path ? what would this do ? kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYO0mXyoa9l-r7M .. I deeply relate to what James Cameron voiced in his concerns upon this subject and in his feelings of how indigenous peoples hold a deep recognition to the value of its " essence expression in the importance of weaving together there community's and structures of expression withion there body politics and why matriarchal leadership within those circles is so vitally important .. There is a lot of hidden history that deeply impacts European world view "systemically"... one of the deepest challenges comes from what is called "The Doctrine Of Discovery" but in truth it should really should be called the Doctrine of Domi"nation". when you question most of our people what is it ? 90 % of us don't have a clue , I would rather let indigenous leaders speak upon this subject but these layers deeply impact the foundation stones of many nations and these perception roots internally impact our ability to "see" each other and our sense of place in the world as well as our recognition of all its relations.. "We the people" speaker Mark Charles kzbin.info/www/bejne/foDOpaSPatyMaqM , a number of recent films like Frozen 2 that in recognition was made with help of the Sa'mi people ,, Have also made an effort to shed light on this subject of the repressed empathy "voice" "into the unknown" reflective example.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXqyqnVvj72hbtU . Why filmakers and storytellers are now diving into these layers is just as important. Thank you all for enabling this conversation .

[@herbyradmann1698]

There is a story where 2 guys are hiking when they encounter a bear!.. Guy #1 drops his pack and pulls out his tennis shoes... Guy #2 yells- You can't out run the bear!.. Guy #1 cleverly snaps back- Nope! but I'm gonna to out run you~~~

[@docmo3]

I SEE you Marianne. The evolution is at work, and it is going to take patience’s and kindness like we have never seen. I am a heart doctor. There is indeed that spot in everyone’s heart (even Donald Trump) that is on its journey back home to the One! One person and one heart at a time. Keep your light on. We will all continue to find our way.

[@kathrynphillips3710]

I always think of the film The City of Angels where being a heart surgeon herself she actually sees and realizes there is a light the spark of Light within the heart of her patients..Love it! 🙏❤🙏

[@justafan5179]

Great conversation... and yeah, as an American, it's tough. I think mainly because we're the main target for capitalistic greed, being the largest developed nation in terms of gdp. The mistrust in science though, isn't that shocking. I remember being in middle school, when we learned Pluto was no longer a planet. While that might seem trivial, you have to understand science was presented as absolute truth to us... and then you find out it's wrong. It's easy to say the method is correct, but how do you justify the tests and textbooks we had drilled into us. I can watch endless videos about how numerous core concepts are now factually incorrect, and I'm just supposed to accept that... but how do I know in 20 years it will still be correct? We were told that there was always speculation around Pluto, but it was never presented that way. Add to that the countless "studies" that have been done, from Sugar to Teflon, Fat to miracle medications and agriculture.... that were sold to the American public as fact. Add in the countless racist, sexist studies conducted to exploit and oppress minority groups... and then have all these "experts" who can only speak in either Hypothetical, or Dire... and yeah... why on earth would anyone trust science? Bring back the experts who could redpectfully convey information to the masses, with actual certainty and self-confidence... and of course, remove the politicians and corporations, and catch-phrase jargon... and people will trust science again. I'm not saying this as someone who distrusts science. I genuinely believe it... but I also completely understand how someone whose family member was killed by a variant of Lyme Disease that isn't recognized by the CDC or other leading national organizations, yet still acknowledged to exist... but brushed off as if it's nothing... would distrust science. Or the communities who were actually experimented on... and to belittle them and dismiss them... it's awful. Just because science is right, doesn't mean we can dismiss peoples experiences. It's like when a child skins their knee... do you get a scientific lecture about what happened? No, mom gives you a hug and a cookie, and values your emotional experience. As for why we used to be united... religion. Specifically Christianity. Nothing special about it... it could have been any religious, spiritual connection. The point is that society ripped religion out of our lives. I'm not saying the reasons weren't justified... it's just that there wasn't a plan for what to do after these "traditional" values and norms (the literal foundation and guiding light for American society) got ripped out from under us, by our own doing... nothing to replace it with... except politics, corporations... and their manipulative greed. Add to that social media getting weaponized to exploit us for every possible reason... and you get the dumpster fire we're in. Obama did it. Trump did it... and there isn't a corporation or politician that's any better... it's raw unchecked power, and this train isn't stopping until it crashes.... and people seem to think pointing and laughing will somehow help. We has 17 Republicans running in 2014... and 23 Democrats in 2023... and the best either side could muster was two 75 year old geezers, and more inn fighting than a dozen siblings. If you'd like a research project, the last time something happened on this scale, was the Yellow Press Scandal, in the late 1800's, which resulted in the Pulitzer Prize foundation being created... and the Trust Busting that Teddy Roosevelt did as President. Those are the 2 things that need to happen. We need pure humility right now... and I've yet to see a politician who wouldn't treat it like a sore-winner... which means the crazy-train keeps rolling. Great video. Stay strong. We will get through this. I've met people of every political affiliation in this country, and I can tell you I have hope. We just have to get rid of the corruption and special-interest exploitation. Stay strong my friends!

[@debbyliu3726]

I'm a huge fan of James and thanks for this wonderful interview. He mentioned at his early age, he was much more as a capitalist, more a competing person. I'm really curious about what would James suggests for nowadays aspiring filmmakers to reach success like he does but also be kind or work as a team? I get his point but competing is inevitable, if we learned from his take away from his age now, could we still reach the achievement he did in the past?

[@CYeoung]

Competing is quite evitable. Focus on your art and let it speak for itself, congratulate and learn from others. The only person you’re competing against is yourself

[@colefiler1429]

This is reaaalllyyy neat

[@charoleawood]

6:30 Yup. Just look at the Tar Sands in Alberta, Canada

[@cjo2012]

i love that stack of books i use a stack of books to hold up my bedroom lamp