Get the Picture

In the Spirit of the Season

Brent Marchant — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 20:02:00 GMT

I decided to change probabilities for the holidays this year. In lieu of giving presents, I chose to use my gift money to make charitable donations. I realize that I may not be doing my part as a good little consumer to help the economy, but given how...(read more)

"Milk"

Brent Marchant — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 14:07:00 GMT

A Visionary Hero Heroes arise from every conceivable milieu. Some may seem like obvious candidates, while others are the unlikeliest of champions. But no matter what backgrounds these noble souls may hail from, once they come into their own, they’re forces...(read more)

It’s the Beliefs, Stupid

Brent Marchant — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 16:05:00 GMT

When Bill Clinton ran for president against incumbent George H.W. Bush in 1992, the country was languishing in a recession that the administration was reluctant to acknowledge. Realizing that this was the central concern of voters, Clinton picked up on...(read more)

Express Intent

Brent Marchant — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 17:32:00 GMT

"The Express: The Ernie Davis Story" Sports movies are, admittedly, often among some of the corniest and most formulaic films out there, riddled with ubiquitous clichés, manipulative plot devices, and predictable story lines. But every so often, one comes...(read more)

Immerse Yourself

Brent Marchant — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 13:33:00 GMT

Over the years, I’ve found that one of the most effective ways to further one’s conscious creation education is to attend conferences on the subject. These events are excellent learning forums for those who are just starting out, and they’re great refresher...(read more)

Something To Believe In

Brent Marchant — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 14:16:00 GMT

“The X-Files: I Want to Believe” and "Henry Poole Is Here" As we all know, conscious creation is all about beliefs. No matter what aspect of life we concern ourselves with, beliefs always factor in as the driving element. That’s especially significant...(read more)

Hear It on Your Terms

Brent Marchant — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 13:00:00 GMT

One of the real joys associated with Get the Picture is participating in internet and broadcast interviews, and now on-demand podcasts from two of my recent internet radio shows are available for listening and download. The first is a 90-minute interview...(read more)

Summer Heroics

Brent Marchant — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:14:00 GMT

Every summer, like clockwork, the motion picture industry trots out its annual crop of action-adventure and superhero films. To many movie buffs, such pictures might make for dazzling eye candy, but they’re generally regarded as little more than fluffy,...(read more)

Thoughts on a Passing

Brent Marchant — Fri, 30 May 2008 12:28:00 GMT

Rob Butts passed on last Monday, May 26. Many of you no doubt know the man and his works. But for those of you who don’t recognize his name, Rob is someone you should know. Rob Butts played an integral role in bringing the philosophy and principles of...(read more)

Continuing Education

Brent Marchant — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 13:49:00 GMT

Sometimes we all have to go back to school to get remedial (or refresher) training in a given subject. I found that out for myself recently in an area I’d like to think I know a few things about – conscious creation, the metaphysical practice that provides...(read more)

Get the Picture in New York

Brent Marchant — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:08:00 GMT

On a recent trip to New York, I had the great pleasure to visit lower Manhattan ’s East West Living bookstore and café. I had the opportunity to sign copies of Get the Picture and meet with book buyer Cami Aronowitz (pictured with me here). Be sure to...(read more)

Conscious Creation on the Small Screen

Brent Marchant — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 21:43:00 GMT

Movies are undoubtedly my greatest entertainment passion, but every so often something on the small screen catches my attention that’s well worth a look. That’s especially true when the material illustrates conscious creation principles at work. Such...(read more)

A Gem of a Film Comes to DVD

Brent Marchant — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 14:24:00 GMT

One of the movies I had the great pleasure to profile in Get the Picture was “Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker’s Apocalypse” (1991). This superb documentary provided an in-depth look at the gut-wrenching ordeal that went into the making of Francis Ford...(read more)

GET THE PICTURE at Transitions Bookplace in Chicago

Brent Marchant — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 14:15:00 GMT

Readers and movie fans anxious to hear how conscious creation principles are portrayed through film turned out in force for an in-person author event featuring yours truly on January 11 at Transitions Bookplace in Chicago. The event, which was held in...(read more)

Author Event, Transitions Bookplace, Chicago

Brent Marchant — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 17:17:00 GMT

Hi Everyone, I’ll be doing a talk and book signing on January 11, 2008 at 7 pm at Transitions Bookplace, 1000 W. North Ave. , in Chicago (www.transitionsbookplace.com). If you live in metro Chicago (or will be visiting the area at that time), stop by....(read more)