3.12.25
10am PT, 1pm ET

The political landscape is shifting—fast. Across the Western world, right-wing movements are gaining momentum, bringing with them a resurgence of values emphasizing free markets, limited government, secure borders, and a hard stance on immigration, both legal and illegal. There’s a growing cultural push toward meritocracy over equity, a resistance to progressive gender and LGBT policies, and a renewed nationalism that prioritizes national self-interest in global affairs. What’s driving this surge? And why does it seem that the Left, once the dominant force of cultural and political change, is increasingly disorganized, divided, and struggling to mount an effective response?

These movements—often rooted in more traditional value structures (amber, early orange)—are not just attracting conservatives but also intriguing some integral thinkers who see elements of evolutionary necessity in their rise. Meanwhile, figures like Donald Trump and Elon Musk in the U.S., Marine Le Pen in France, Alice Weidel in Germany, and Giorgia Meloni in Italy have become polarizing yet highly influential leaders. Notably, many of Europe’s most prominent right-wing parties are now led by women, complicating the common left-wing narrative that these shifts are solely driven by male resentment or reactionary backlash.

However, there’s no denying that men play a significant role in these movements. Whether it's economic anxiety, shifting gender roles, or a deeper search for meaning in a rapidly evolving world, many men find themselves drawn to these new political alignments. Two generations after Second Wave feminism transformed Western democracies, where do men stand today? How does this political and cultural moment intersect with men’s work, identity, and the search for purpose?

Join Jason Lange, Raymond Fismer, and Keith Martin-Smith—all deeply involved in men’s work—as they take an integral look at the rise of the Right, the political realignments of our time, and what this means for men navigating a world in flux.

3.26.25
10am PT, 1pm ET

Donald Trump is a force of nature. To his supporters, he is a bold, uncompromising leader—one of the few figures strong enough to break a system they believe is corrupt beyond repair. They admire his defiance, his will to power, and his willingness to stand against entrenched elites. Many see him as a victim of the Deep State, railroaded by a politically motivated justice system that seeks to silence him through a felony conviction they view as illegitimate. To them, Trump isn’t just a leader—he’s a warrior, a necessary force for change.

For his detractors, Trump represents something far more dangerous. They see him as a demagogue, a con man, and a threat to democracy itself—vain, reckless, and profoundly corrupt. To them, he is a would-be dictator, a man who thrives on chaos and division, bending law and truth to serve his own interests. In their eyes, he embodies the very worst of American politics: cruelty, deception, and authoritarian ambition.

Trump is, in short, the perfect vessel for both golden projections and shadow projections—a larger-than-life figure onto whom people project their deepest hopes and fears. But what if, instead of merely reacting to him, we took a deeper look at what these projections reveal about us?

In this provocative and timely conversation, developmental and shadow expert Kim Barta will help us explore:

How Trump functions as a mirror for our own unconscious biases, fears, and aspirations.

What our emotional intensity—whether love or hatred—tells us about our own shadows.

How we can reclaim and integrate disowned parts of ourselves to engage in more meaningful, grounded political conversations.

How to step beyond the cycle of reactionary partisan attacks and communicate with more clarity, care, and effectiveness.

This discussion will be challenging, illuminating, and deeply relevant to anyone trying to navigate today’s political climate with greater self-awareness and wisdom. Whether you see Trump as a savior or a threat, what might it mean to step back, cool down, and engage from a place of real power and integrity?

Join us for a conversation that isn’t just about Trump—it’s about us, our shadows, and the possibility of a healthier, more conscious political culture.

4.9.25
10am PT, 1pm ET

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) began as a movement to create more just and representative workplaces and institutions. 

But it was bound to fail 

The cracks are showing now. Instead of fostering unity and opportunity, DEI initiatives have increasingly been accused of deepening division, reinforcing bias, and prioritizing ideology over real-world solutions. 

How did a movement founded on fairness and inclusion become so polarizing? And more importantly—can it be saved? SHOULD it be saved? 

Join Keith Martin-Smith as he unpacks the complex realities of DEI, highlighting the unintended consequences that may be undermining its original mission. With a data-driven approach, he explores the oversimplified narratives of privilege, power, and oppression, revealing how class, education level, and other factors disrupt the conventional DEI framework. Instead of broadening perspectives, has DEI become a new form of ideological rigidity? Has its emphasis on equal outcomes led to policies that ignore real diversity—of thought, experience, and background?

Keith identifies seven fundamental flaws that have contributed to DEI’s impending collapse, from its intolerance of dissent to its increasing alignment with tribalism and anti-liberalism. 

How can DEI evolve into something more skillful, more honest, and more genuinely inclusive? 

What would an integral approach to diversity look like—one that acknowledges nuance, respects complexity, and moves beyond the culture wars?

This conversation is the foundation for a much-needed reassessment of DEI. Whether you’re a skeptic, a supporter, or somewhere in between, we invite you to engage with this vital dialogue—one that just might determine DEI’s future.