March 11, 2025

076 - The Psychology of Group Interactions

1 hour 17 minutes

Exploring Group Dynamics and Organizational Culture with Brent Elwood and Aan Moore

Brent Elwood, and Aodhan Moore join me on Illegitimate Scholar Podcast episode 76 to discuss group dynamics, organizational culture, and the influence of mythic archetypes on human interactions. They discuss their book, 'God Heroes and Groups Relational Dynamics Through Mythic Archetypes,' and the impact of Carl Jung's, Joseph Campbell's, and other thinkers' work on their studies. The conversation touches on projection, empathy, crisis compulsion in organizations, and how recognizing these dynamics can transform leadership and group interventions. This insightful episode is essential for anyone interested in the deeper psychological and cultural aspects of group interactions.

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00:00 Brent Evans
01:12 Aodhan Moore
01:51 'God, Heroes, and Groups'
03:54 Group Relations Examples
05:30 The Role of Archetypes in Modern Culture
13:32 Religion, Culture, and Archetypes
18:37 The Decline of Religious Practice and Its Consequences
27:23 Group Dynamics and Social Justice
38:25 Franz De Waal's Work
38:56 Bonobo Society and Infanticide
40:16 Human Monogamy and DNA Testing
41:50 Leadership and Power in Groups
44:15 The Influence of Small Groups in Politics
47:55 Group Dynamics in Conferences
49:03 The Mythic Application in Leadership
55:51 Coursework and Practical Applications
01:10:25 The Crisis Compulsion in Organizations