Podcast 712 – Terence McKenna’s Final Esalen Gathering

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Psychedelic Salon

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Podcast 712 – Terence McKenna’s Final Esalen Gathering

Psychedelic Salon

1 hour 8 minutes 57 seconds

10 months ago

Podcast 712 – Terence McKenna’s Final Esalen Gathering

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Guest speaker: Terence McKenna

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Terence McKenna’s final appearance at Esalen was a poignant and deeply moving event, etched into the memories of those who witnessed it. Though visibly frail from his recent brain surgery, McKenna’s presence was undiminished. His voice, though softer, carried the same rhythm of curiosity and wonder that had long captivated his audiences. He spoke with a serenity that underlied his acceptance of his journey. As he sat in the intimate circle of friends and admirers, McKenna shared reflections that blended personal vulnerability with cosmic insight.Despite his condition, he retained his signature humor, offering witty observations about humanity’s place in the grand scheme of things. He spoke less of theories and more of being; his words carrying a weight that seemed to come from someone who had glimpsed the infinite.