Public Lectures by Dr. Randall L. Eaton
Origin of the Global Crisis: How Ego Became Chairman of the Board
This lecture examines how the pursuit of wealth shaped civilization and gave rise to ego-centered consciousness. Dr. Eaton explores greed, war, and environmental collapse as consequences of this shift. Indigenous wisdom is presented as a remedy for global imbalance.
Befriending Wild Orcas: Ruler of the Seas
Dr. Eaton and volunteers from the Orca Project were the first Euro-Americans to befriend wild orcas. During a ceremonial encounter, female orcas brought their calves one by one to meet the humans on shore. This talk examines the behavior of orcas and their extraordinary relationship with people. It includes accounts of beluga whales imitating human speech to connect with humans.
Face to Face with a Wild Lion: Animals as Teachers
This presentation tells the story of an unarmed, solo encounter with a wild lion. Other stories include forming bonds with a rogue elephant and grooming a dangerous baboon. Dr. Eaton highlights how perceptions shape interactions with both animals and people.
The Human Carnivore and the Sacred Hunt
Dr. Eaton explores the role of hunting in human evolution. He discusses how carnivory shaped language, culture, art, and music. The lecture also addresses spiritual connections between traditional hunting societies and wild animals.
From Boys to Men of Heart: Hunting as Rite of Passage
This lecture presents hunting as the original rite of passage for boys. It shares the success of a wilderness program that transformed 85% of participating delinquent youth. Vision quests and artistic expression are also addressed as key elements of personal growth.
Why Hunters Save the World: A Model for Sustainability
This program explores how hunting connects men to nature and encourages moral responsibility. Dr. Eaton presents the hunter as the original conservationist and a continuing model for sustainable living.
The Origin of Cave Art as Trophyism
Dr. Eaton’s theory, cited by Edward O. Wilson, argues that cave art in Europe represents hunting trophies. He discusses its implications for human dominance and early European consciousness.
Ortega’s Philosophy of Interdependence as Foundation for Leopold’s Land Ethic
This lecture draws connections between the work of Jung, Einstein, Ortega y Gasset, and Aldo Leopold. It emphasizes Ortega’s idea of ego coexisting with circumstance as a foundation for ecological ethics.
Here are some of the events Dr. Randall was a speaker and lecturer:
- Are Guns and Hunting Good for Kids?
- Why Hunting Is Good Medicine For Youth
- The Sacred Hunt and The Human Carnivore
